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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1983-08-31, Page 13LAST WARNING SIGN -- Chamber of Commerce president, Brad Page (left) and Grand Bend Reeve Bob Sharen, are seen holding the last pollution warning sign which was removed by an official from the Larnbton County Health Unit Friday afternoon. By Sunday, the beaches at Grand Bend were once again populated. Heated inaugural for planning group The first meeting of Grand Bend's new Planning Ad- visory Committee, Tuesday evening, was short but not so sweet as newly appointed chairman, councillor Bruce Woodley, refereed a heated argument between council members and consultant Jack Davis, who appeared on behalf of Joseph Nader in an effort to persuade council to allow Nader a sewer hook-up for his storage shed on the river bank, below 18 Crescent. Nader's argument with council regarding the use of the shed has been ongoing for more than a year. According to the zoning of the area, the modular units complies space -wise to regulations. The question has been whether it has been, or will be, used as a dwelling place. Nader, charged as being in contravention of a village by- law, was found not guilty in a court session earlier this month. Senior planner, Janet Smolders, in response to a suggestion that the by-law be changed to allow more limited storage buildings has been consistently that the village should not change by- laws but enforce the existing rules. Nader has asked for a hook-up to the sewer system. When his request was denied by the village, he apparently installed a chemical toilet and shower. Councillors have been upset that the shower runs directly into the river. At the planning meeting they seemed firm that they would not allow the hook-up. Smolders once again sug- gested that the village have a by-law enforcement officer to work in conjunction with the county building inspector and council, after several sugge- tions of non-compliance were discussed at the meeting. Woodley welcomed new community members to the committee. The committee is comprised of the five council members and three others from the community at large. Member Doreen Seguin serv- ed a brief period on the old Planning Board. She has a home in the village and, with her daughter, operates Sand- piper Variety, on Main Street. Member Mae Piggott, who has a summer home in the village, has served as a member of Grand Bend Recreation Committee for over two years. Third member of the committee is Bill Sturdevant, a long-time resident, v. ho is manager of the Lake Huron Water Supp- ly System and serves as liaison officer between the village and the Ministry of the Environment in matters con- cerning the sewage treatment system in the Grand Bend area. The committee, intend- ed to be a nine -person group .has yet to appoint another member from the community. ' • SAMPLING Rick Martens, Grand Natasha and son Ryan try the food at Festival. Bend, daughter the Zurich Bean OPEN DAILY 1/2 Price Clearance Most Remaining Summer Wear Reduced to Hall Original Prices 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Until Labour Day 0. MASTER CARD -VISA ACCEPTED nom VISA the sun shop LI MAUI STREET - GRAND NEim - 23$-2llt Weather brings crowds to resort Times -Advocate, August 31, 1983 Page 13 Even pollution, businesses enjoy great summer Words such as "a super summer", an "excellent season", and a "busy time", form some of the descriptions by Grand Bend merchants in summing up the last three months in the tourist village. Even in mid August, when lake pollution kept casual tourists away, merchants like Brenda DeJong, of Grand Bend Family Clothing, were not complaining. "I don't complain," she said, "I've had such a good summer." Sun Shop manager Barbara Balmer commented that, having built up a good list of steady clientelle, neither weather nor pollution cut heavily into the trade in her shop. "But," she added, "the water is the magic." Furniture Store owner Griff Thomas spoke equally of the "super summer." He said it was one of the best seasons he's had for selling furniture. While he said he felt badly for some of the people who were "here" during the pollution warning weeks, he noted that the giant water slide probably had as much business as could be accommodated. Gift Store operator Bever- ly Harwood said it was "a good year". With the drug store and gift shop, Bill and Bev Harwood keep a staff of from six to seven busy most of the year. Hotel and motel owners were happy about the season. While during July, Chamber of Commerce employees were sometimes frantic to find over -night ac- commodation for tourists, during August it evened off. "People shopped around for prices during August," com- mented Mac Dunlop, manager of the Patio Motel, situated just outside the village boundaries on Highway 81. He said that business slackened off "a bit"during August. "We could tell by the traffic on the highway that people stayed away. It was as if the whole village was polluted." Elia Douglas, who with her husband Mel, runs Bonnie Doone Manor on the Lake, commented that it was an ex- cellent summer until the war- nings were posted on the beach. She had a few cancellations in mid-August but she said that families came and stayed "in spite of the water". "I think we're go- ing to feel the effects of it (the pollution) for a little while." At The Colonial, on the cor- ner of Main St. and Highway w>: tri+ 4istrict news Annie Morenz 237-`3 Church congregation observes 34th event Church of God celebrated their 34th anniversary with three services on the weekend, beginning with ser- vice Saturday evening, and two services Sunday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Guest speaker was Rev. Nathian Smith, a missionary to Japan and Korea for 30 years. He had three themes that he spoke on, teach me to pray, increase my faith and enlarge my vision. He told the congregation that the church in Korea is growing so large that people get up and meet at 4:30 a.m. to pray. Several from Kit- chener and London attended the afternoon service. Special music was brought at each service by Rev. and Mrs. John Cafnpbell and Mrs. -Millie Desjardine. 'Church of God youths, numbering ten, had a cam - pout last week at . Rainbow Valley at Bayfield. As well as fun and food, they had Rev. Arch Andrews speak to them at two sessions on relationships. At Church of God Sunday school, Rev. Nathan Smith,. showed them items from Korea and Japan that includ- ed chopsticks, tea cup and soup boat, a Bible and the type of wooden shoes they wear. lie talked to the children -and explained these things. Catholic ('hurch news The basic theme of Father R. Morrissey's Sunday ser- mon was humility and stewardship. All our posses- sions belong to God, we are only responsible for them. We will be called to account .for our stewardship and how we have used our possessions during our lifetime, said Father Morrissey. The Catholic Women's league members held most successful bake and garden produce sales after the masses last weekend. A handmade quilt by the C.W.L. ladies will be drawn in a raffle next weekend. United ('hurch news Special music Sunday mor- ning at the Unite° Church out- door service was two solos by Renee Lynn Bouthot from Port C'oquitlam, B.C. She sang "Where ere you walk", by Handel, and the "Lord's Prayer", accompanied with organ by Idella Gabel. Miss Boulhot received her Masters degree in music and attended Opera school in Toronto, and is presently in the cast of "South Pacific" playing at Huron County Playhouse. She is also a member of the "Tapestry Singers", who will be perfor- ming in Grand Bend this fall and winter. itev. It. Peebles meditation talk was entitled "Pray for me", with scripture from John 15:5-17. Rev. Peebles says we all need help. The special needs group he talked of today were the business (nen, the housewife and mother and our young teenager folks. Ile spoke of the structures and values of our Christian faith, and said God will hear us when we cry. Ile challenged us to seek the face of the Lord. There were many folks from out of town at the ser- vice this morning. I spoke with the leader of a Boy Scout group, and five young scouts from the area of Detroit, Michigan. Announcements The Board of Stewards meets Thursday, Sept. 1 at 8:00 p.m. The Session meets Monday, Sept. 5 at 8 p.m. Junior Sunday School has been held all summer during church service for children under 8 years. Regular Sun- day School classes begin again on September 11. Bridge club report Three tables were in play Wednesday evening at St. John's Parish hall, for the bridge game played by the Howell movement system. Winners were: first, Irene Ward and Jean Gibson; se- cond Ev Horton and Marg Jeffrey's. • New players are welcomed by the group. Personals Relatives and friends gathered last week to help Mrs. Myrtle MacGregor celebrate !ler 94th birthday on August 25. Hostesses were Olive MacGregor and Mary Ferguson. The party was held at Craigholme in Ailsa Craig. Guests included friends, Helen and Keith Gilbert, of Ailsa Craig (who also celebrated their August bir-. thdays.) Mrs. MacGregor's son and grandson, Donald H. MacGregor and Ronald MacGregor, of Corbett, great grandchildren Shannon and Jason Grogan, of Glencoe, and Mrs. Minnie Curts, of town. Rev. and Mrs. R. Peebles also called. Everyone enjoyed cake and ice cream. Mrs. MacGregor received many cards, gifts and good wishes. Attending the United Church Women one day school at Central United, St. Thomas Tuesday from Grand Bend United Church were Joan Eagleson, Evelyn Johnson, Hazel Broad, Marlene Brenner and Eleanor Durie. George and Marie Chowen, of Stratford (formerly of Southcott Pines) visited with friends in town a day last week. The executive of the Playhouse Guild were enter- tained for lunch Wednesday at the president Tory McKen- zie's home in Bayfield. Following lunch the group held their executive meeting. Rev. and Mrs. Earl Burr, of Sarnia ( former residents of this areal have been holiday- ing at their cottage here dur- ing the month of August. A sudden death occurred Saturday Aug. 27, of Dr. J.C. Kennedy of London at his summer home in Grand Bend. He was in his 66th year. Predeceased by his wife Jean Louise (Lawson) Kennedy. Survived by six children, John, Lorena, Sandy, Louise, William and Patch, all of Lon- don, his mother Mrs. Alicia May Kennedy of London, a sister Mary (Mrs. Tom Luke) of Mi 'and, and twelve grandchildren. Turnbull's Grove news Marg and Bob Hedley, ac- companied Marg's mother, Mrs. Gertrude Hornsey home to Brampton, last Wednes- day. During her visit wih them the past two weeks they enjoyed a number of outings in this area, one to dinner at the Fireside Ina in Thedford. On their way home the Hedley's visited Bob's nephew, Bob and Ev Hedley, and children, Derek, Michelle and Darcy, at Norval. Friends and neighbours here were saddened to hear of the death of Charles E. (Bud) Williams of London, who has been a summer resident here for more than 20 years. Mr. Williams was a retired postman. He is survived by - his wife Edith, and one son Robert 0. Williams, of Toronto. Southcott Pines news More building starts! Residence on GrandOaks for the Dave Bannisters, who have sold their home on Parkside, by Kadlecik con- struction; home on Beaver Dam Crescent being erected by and for the John Ansems, Riverside. Homesite purchasers: The Michael Chandlers, RR 1 Dashwood, and the Robert W. Johnsons, London, both on Beaver Dam Crescent. Transfers: The Oliver home on Riverside to the Michael Williamson, Beach 0' Pines; the Bergmann home on Sherwood to the Nelson Armstrongs, Meaford, who formerly lived on the same street; the Venning home on Havgnpark to the David Mclndoes of Christman Place, Grand Bend, (the Ven- nings have moved to Guelph.) Legion news The last night of bingo for this season at the Legion will be held Thursday evening September 1. A jackpot of $95.00 has to go. Thanks to all who have attended and hope to see you all next summer. Tickets are on sale for a framed collection of one hun- dred silver dollars. Tickets may be bought from any Legion member, or at the Legion. The draw will be made in December. 4 DIFFERENT BANDS BIG TENT GERMAN FOOD NOVELTY BOOTH 11 Lpri30‘ Held under Authority 01 An L.L.a.O. Soecial Occasion Permit. 21, Bonnie McCann com- mented simply that they had been "real busy" all summer long. They had no problems filling the 19 rooms, keeping diningroom staff and ta% srn staff busy. She said that business at the Gables, behind the Colonial was "real good." At Oakwood Inn, spokeslady Tracy Woods said that the only night they ex- perienced a few vacancies was this Friday. "But we fill- ed them up Saturday," she said. She said that Oakwood, offering a combination of golf and swimming with a private beach had been booked early in the year "straight through to mid-October." She said that there had been a few cancellations — mostly by families and that these reflected directly on the din- ingroom and bar facilities but the overall view was that it had been a good season for the Inn and Golf Course. Pinedale Hotel owner Irwin Schotroff felt it had been a successful season. The Pinedale Hotel offers a "full package", with indoor pool, sauna and whirlpool, restaurant and bar. He said he had a few cancellations recently but commented that it was the time of year when one could expect business to drop off. He looked at the lake pollution as "one of the things we may have to live with in this society. We will have to take a little more care of Mother Nature." Grocery Store manager Peter Haist of Sunshine Village IGA, said it was "basically a good summer." Business had dropped off "a bit" the first week after peo- ple found out about the water pollution. He said that this past weekend was a very good weekend for the store. Leo Masse of The Tender Spot, on the main street of Grand Bend was toobusy with customer to talk about his business. At Green Haven Trailer Park on Highway 21 north of the village, Norma Baird said that the 20 tourist trailer spaces in the park were af- fected by the publicity about the lake pollution. "It hit us and hurt us, but not as bad as they led us to believe." Again, her business is one which relies on steady clientele. She said that some of her customers come just to meet with old friends from one year to the next. "I'm sure we can roll with the punches and spring back as u ual," she said. Managers of businesses which are more dependent on casual tourist trade felt that their receipts would be down this year. Dennis Mathers, who operates The Cheryl Ann near the beach on Main Street, felt that his business was "definitely" less during Plans underway for next season The 1983 Summer Season has not yet drawn to a close, but the Huron Country Playhouse staff is already beginning preparations for 1984. • A new, expanded playbill is being planned for the HCP Main Stage. Instead of five shows, the 1984 season will consist of six shows, each run- ning for two weeks. Under consideration' and subject to availability are the following shows: A Thousand Clown's, Bedroom Farce, Noises Off (all comedies), Dracula, Sleuth, Murder in Mind , (all mystery -thrillers), Children of a Lesser God, The Gin Game. (dramas), Ain't Misbehavtn', They're Playing Our Song, Snoopy!! !, Billy Bishop Goes to War. Puffin' on the Ritz and West Side Story (musicals). From now until December 1, subscriptions for all six Main Stage shows will be on sale for $44.00. In actuality, this new price is a decrease from prices for the current 1983 season as individual wrrw41, r _ ♦11110411 r► ^� shows in 1983 cost $8.00 for subscribers whereas 1984 subscribers will pay $7.33 per show if and only if they subscribe before December 1. After December 1, prices will increase. Youth subscriptions (18 years and under) are also on sale for $27.50. Current plans for the Main Stage •season should be finalized soon, and both HCP Artistic Director Ron Ulrich and HCP General Manager Heather Redick hope to, an- nounce the final selection this fall. August. Doreen segwn, who with her daughter operates Sandpiper Variety on main street, said that they noticed the drop mainly in the "even- ing trade". She felt that business for the second tiko weeks in August was down about 10 percent. Chris McIndoe of Christmas Place said her business did "not too badly until they closed the Jake." She said that they "really felt it" for over a week. It was generally agreed that Grand Bend merchants had one of the best weather seasons for tourists in a decade. It began early and lasted late. One merchant commented that there wasn't a weekend all summer'when he couldn't golf. NEARS COMPLETION Work is nearing completion on the new 5,000 square foot workshop being erected in Goderich for the Goderich and District Association for the Mentally Retarded. The building was designed and the construction is being undertaken by MF Builders of Exeter. The workshop will provide employment for 25 to 30 han- dicapped adults in the Clinton-Goderich area and is expected to be open in October. INN MIN MI MN II j Pinery ea Fl tMarket 1 1 3 miles south of Grand Bend 1 on Hwy. 21 1 ' OPEN 1 10 till 5 every Sunday till September 25 MI MI MINI Nr---_ Sw,uswt SuttAideA Fa21 Jiue6 A complete and unique collection of rich fall fashions including corduroy and velour sportables superbly tailored wool suits and chic day and evening dresses. Clearance Sale Continues 50% Off All Summer Merchandise !ROM PagS Fashion Boutique Open 7 Days A Week 10-6: Miles South of Grand Bend on Hwy 71 1 2382818 i • A ♦ awi►i_r.t not -i.i .Alb SUMMER FESTIVAL 1983 2 NIGHTS SEPT. 9-10-11 OF I axanirta 1 Mile S. of ARKONA on No, 7 H'wav DANCING Polka - Rock - Country Western • FUN and "YOU DESERVE A TAXBREAK" COME TO TAXANDRIA Admission 56.00 p.p. each Night Call 828.3896 or or Write: Taxandria P.O. 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