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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1984-09-05, Page 13GETTING READY — MPP Jack Riddell and road superintendent Bill Taylor officially opened the work centre of the Stanley Municipal Complex. RIBBON CUTTING — Former resident Ida Godkin (right) and,Nettie McClinchey, former owner of the site, cut the ribbon on the doors to the Community Centre port of Stanley's Community Complex. SPECIAL CAKE — Sharon Rau displays the cake she baked for the lunch at the Saturday evening dance in the new Stanley Community Complex. The Stanley Steamers ladies ball team catered. We'll Do the lob Right... Ready -Mix Concrete FREE•ESTIMATES Revdenlial commerical and farm found° tions. floors. slobs sidewalks driveways manure tanks etc form rentals equipment rentals For guaranteed strength quality controlled and service call C.A. McDowell Redi-Mix Ltd. Centralia, Ontario Plant: Exeter. Hwy. No. 83 west 2352711 After hours: 228-6780 Office: 228-6129 Stanley The hundreds of people at- tending the various events organized during the Labour Day weekend to officially open the recently completed Stanley township community complex were in agreement - the very attractive, extreme- ly functional building will be a source of pride, and the cen- tre of service and fellowship, for years to come. The 365 purchasers of tickets for the beef banquet on Friday night were treated to another roast when the Man- drel Sisters (Sandra Col- eman, Debra Rathwell and Julie McBeath), stars of the evenings entertainment, revealed previously hidden secrets about council members and township staff. Also on the program were the irrepressible Paul brothers from KirktoTt, musician Ron Fleming, Brucefield, and the township's Bedard family. Saturday began with a pan- cake breakfast served to 300 early birds. MP Murray Cardiff, MPP Jack Riddell, Stanley Reeve Paul Steckle, Grant Sterling representing the Warden of Huron County and Bayfield Reeve Dave Johnston, representing neighboring townships were among those participating in the official opening ceremonies Saturday afternoon. In his remarks, Steckle traced the history of the com- plex from the time 20 years ago when a central location for a work centre and business office was first rais- ed by then reeve Ernest Talbot. Council met in the century -old hall in Varna, the garage and work centre con- sisted of a cramped building housing a grader and a truck with a lean-to behind for another vehicle, and since 1962 the township office has been located in part of the clerk's home. From the sod -turning ceremony on August 11, 1983 until the project was com- pleted July 27, 1984, 26 people Varna girls win ball tournament By Mary Chessell The midget girls ball team from this area had a suc- cessful season, winning in the regular season with only three losses in a tri -county meet which involved teams from Bluevale, Gowanstown and Monkton. They won two straight games in a two -out - of three playoff against Monkton, then defeated Bluevale three games straight by scores of 32-2, 6-5 and 27-10. Coach Ruth Horton was assisted by Jeff Chuter and Dan Horton. Team managers were Sharon Chuter and Marjorie Hayter. Everyone who is interested in the proposed book on the history of Stanley township is asked to attend a meeting at the new complex on Thurs- day, September 13 at 8:00 p.m. Kelly Laycox is entering Georgian College at Barrie in the early childhood education course. Students continuing their studies are: Sandra Coleman - second -year business ad- ministration at Sir Wilfrid Laurier in Waterloo; Michael Coleman has just started his second work term at Ontario Hydro's head office in Toron- to in connection with the elec- trical engineering course at Waterloo University; Brian Chessell begins second year honours psychology at York University, Toronto; Lawrence Keys is back at Western University, London. after a summer working in England. More about Lawrence next week. The Exeter Times -Advocate now carries a full line of Art Supplies * Acrylic and oil paints * Acrylic and oil brushes * Tempera powder * Artist pads * Tracing paper and tracing rolls * Calligraphy supplies * Turpentine, * Damar varnish and spray varnish * Acrylic medium and spray Come in and see what we have We can special order more stock Jimes r«`-Advocate': M ,M 4.w... W...W.-.... \ .•...� II.M11 SIM WI 424 Main St. PH: 235-1331 J Community Complex grand opening were employed 720 work weeks were logged, and 1.1 million dollars were spent. A COED grant paid the labour costs, and a reserve fund had been accumulating for this project. Thousands of dollars were saved when council opted to do its own contrac- ting and supervise construction. (Steckle said later in infor- mal conversation that at pre- sent the Wintario fund is dry, and the community centre grant program is under review. More money coming from either level of govern- ment will be welcome, but "this was never built with the intention of being totally fund- ed with grants." Steckle said he plans to pre- sent a budget to codneil.at the September meeting outlining a five-year amortization pro- gram to collect the rest of the money through the tax process.) A time capsule containing a 1984 calendar, plans and history of the complex, 1984 coinage, the township crest, spoon, and pin, and the newspaper ads announcing the opening was put behind the cornerstone on the front wall of the municipal office by Councillors Clarence Rau, Howard Armstrong and John Coleman. MPP Jack Riddell and road superintendent Bill Taylor cut the ribbon at the work centre and MP Murray Cardiff and clerk -treasurer Mel Graham wielded the scissors at the door of the municipal office. OFFICIAL OPENING — Participating in the official opening of the Stanley Com- munity Complex were Bayfield Reeve Dave Johnston (left), MPP Jack Riddell, Julie Armstrong, Stanley Reeve Paul Steckle, former resident Ida Godkin, MP Murray Cardiff, former Huron County Warden Grant Stirling and Rev. Wilena Brown. Ames - Serving South Huron, North Middlesex September 5, 1984 The community centre was officially opened by Ida Godkin, former resident of the property, and Nettie McClinchey, former owner of the site. As Julie Armstrong sang the national anthem, Cardiff raised the Canadian flag, Rid- dell unfurled the provincial and bicentennial flags, and Deputy Reeve Don McGregor sent the township flag aloft. An invocation by Rev. Wilena Brown and closing remarks by Steckle conclud- ed the formal ceremony. Guided tours of the facilities and a reception hosted by the New Horizons Group followed. Ken Jarvela of Letham, Jarvela and Robertson, who designed the complex, return- ed for the official opening. After the tour he said admir- ingly "The Reeve and council should be congratulated on a fine job. The amount of time and effort they put into this project really shows." Almost 500 attended the Sunday morning church ser- vice held in the Community Centre. Guest speaker Robert Elliott's message was "Our heritage - a trust from God". A pork barbecue which drew over 1,000 capped an historic and happy weekend in Varna. dvocate & North Lambton Since 1873 tilt Iw, Y .. 4i1r a t.lr ams .4000 • • .alit 49 le flt i , •!i r R':.910044F . } . 9 tr f Maui u 113104I Is ;a t.'.; . f! ''►ice - ' 4.11111k4 I6.14 ea IiD2h1 tt.,'. idu 61,18^ lc: HI T • RIC MOMENT Stanley township councillors Clarence Rau (left), Howard Armstrong and John Col- eman hove lust placed a time capsule behind the cor- nerstone of the Stanley Community Complex. 1 41 UNVEILING -- Harvey Hayter and Joyce Dawson unveiled a sports plaque at the opening of the Stanley Community Complex. 111,880 Page 1A Zurich Lions to host DD Governor Several Zurich and area residents enjoyed taking part in the activities on the weekend in Varna in connec- tion with the grand opening of the new community complex of Stanley Township. The Agriculture Society held their meeting last Wednesday at the farm of Claire and Margaret Deichert, RR I Zurich for members of the fair board who were treated to a corn roast and hot dogs in ap- preciation for their hard work at the recent Zurich Fair. Curt and Sandy Gemmings of Rochester, New York visited fora few days this past week with his aunt and uncle, Marg and Ross Johnston and relatives in the area. Congratulations to the lucky winner of the CWL Boniface quilt at the beat festival Henrica Masse, RR 3 Zurich. Don Masse, Zurich won the quilt from St. Peter's CWL draw and Mrs. Josie Thuss won the dollies made by Florence Masse. Audrey Christie of Hensall was the lucky winner of the Ladies Auxiliary Rest Home quilt. Happy : Fnniversary to Orlen and Lorraine Schwartzen- truber who celebrated 16 years on August 24 and to Joe and Rose Regier who celebrated their 30th year on September 4. A family get- together was held at their home on Sundayand a Mass for them was said on Friday. Lillian Paradise of Toronto visited with Ken and Dorothy Breakey for a few days last week. "Thank you" to my mother and father-in-law, family and relatives for the gifts and bir- thday supper on Sunday held at the cottage in honor of my big40 birthday on August 30. Congratulations to Joe and Nancy Becker. Dashwood on the arrival of their first bafl�,•, Candace Dominique Marie Proud grandparents are Phil and Vonnie Overholt. Zurich and Bill and Nancy Becker. Dashwood. Earl and Anne Flaxbard are happy to announce the ar- rival of a new little grand- daughter Shawn Emily born to proud parents Paul and Cathy Flaxbard of London. Children Megan and Kevin stayed with their grand- parents last week while mom was in the hospital. Bean Festival visitors with Birdie and Howard Fink- beiner were PearlMcKnight and Ida Dickert, Hensall, Joan, Kathy and Jeff Mizen of Goderich, Jack and Romayn McClinchey, Clinton and Virginia Elg of Atwood. Welcome to town to the new owners of Don's Food Market, Arlene and. Ken Seyler formerly of Tavistock who presently are living in the apartment above the store.' Gen. Doyle is again spen- ding the week in London with her daughter, Barbara Arnezerder who is home recuperating from a serious car accident. While on holiday, it was nice to hear the frequent reports of the Bean Festival on the radio (CKNX) and ex- cellent coverage. 1 heard Chuck Erb and Rick Fisher prior to Saturday giving infor- mation on the day's activities. Mrs. Marie Gelinas and daughter Sharon Silverstein of London spent from last Thursday to Saturday atten- ding a friend's wedding in Michigan and visiting with relatives there. Ted and Sarah Robson of Windsor spent the weekend in town visiting with relatives and attending the Ducharme family reunion on Sunday. They spent the night with her sister Helene and Jerome Ducharme and visited with his parents. Beatrice and Wilfred Corriveau on Monday. Pat and Barb O'Connor and Anne and son Steven I3esozzi returned home to San Fran- cisco, California on Tuesday after holidaying' with their parents and grandparents Frank and Gerry Kane during the month of August. We offer our sincere sym- pathy to the many relatives in town of the late George Bedard of Goderich who pass- ed away on Sunday, September 2, also to Doc Horn in the sudden death of his wife, Ellen, on Saturday, September 1. And to Bob Hen- drick in the loss of his father, Laird at Grand Bend on August 29. Steven and Pam Bedour of Sarnia spent the long weekend with their parents Bill and Gloria Bedour and Don and Donna O'Brien and families. Gerard and Vicki Ducharme and family Wyom- ing spent the weekend with their parents, Avilla and (Bill) Blanche Ducharme RR 2 Zurich and Gord and Jeanne Hay and family. Saturday and Sunday visitors with Mrs. Juliette Denomme were her children Peter Denomme and family of Kitchener, Kizan Denomme and family of Detroit and Luciene and Eldon Denomme, London. Martin and Cheryl Gelinas enjoyed two days in Chatham this past week on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Wheels Inn, while his mom kept the children. They also celebrated Cheryl's birthday which is on September 6. Betty and Gary Flaxbard, Kitchener spent the holiday weekend with friends Gerry and Brenda Rader camping in Bayfield. Visitors and supper guests on Sunday with Julie and Mozart Gelinas Jr. were her sister, Rose and John Kelly of London along with daughter- in-law and son, Cathy and Mark Kelly and two children from North Bay. lions Club The Lions club held their first meeting after the sum- mer. on Tuesday night at the Dominion beginning with din- ner at 7:00 p.m. New members Paul Bedard and John Becker were welcomed by president Richard 'Erb. The next meeting on September 17 will be official visit by Deputy District Governor, Walter Gerth, who will be the guest speaker. A good attendance is hoped for. September 24 is the Seaforth Lions Club 60th an- niversary night with Lion William Moody doing the CUTTING UP — David Hayter (left) watches as David Hayter, Allan Hayter, Jim Kirton, Terry Rau and Howard Armstrong cut up a pig barbecued for the annual Stanley township day family picnic. entertaining. Lion Don O'Brien was a pa- tient in University Hospital last week. Golden Agers Don't forget to attend the Golden Agers first meeting of the fall on Monday, September 10 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the township hall. New members are welcome. The group is planning a day- long outing on September 24 going by bus to St. Catharines to the grape festival and winery. If interested phone 236-4088 soon. Ducharme reunion The annual Ducharme family reunion was held on Sunday in Dashwood at the Community Centre where 108 descendants of the late Mr. Paul Ducharme, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren gathered together for a day of fun and reminiscing. A talent show in a the afternoon by the kids was enjoyed by all as well as games for both young and old. A delicious pot -luck supper was served. People came from Peterborough, Kincar- dine, Windsor, Toronto, Lon- don, Exeter and Zurich area as well as grandson Dan of Ot- tawa, who works for the Em- bassy and has now left for India. Praise is like champagne; it should be served while it is still bubbling. -rias PORK BARBECUE — Richard Erb (left) and Don Taylor keep an eye on the pigs being roasted for the Stanley township's annual pork borbecue. jnmlllitinillitiMulfntmmllnmmlmlmmnnnnnunnnrnrnlm irnmmmnmtmnrm tr hart4ou a a 8 The council of the Township of Stanley wishes to express ap- preciation to all residents and friends of our community for your attendance and participation in our bicentennial celebrations and official opening of our communi- ty complex. Your thoughts and ef- P its were very much appreciated. The Council of the Township of Stanley &,ck tr, Scbaoh*k* AP Fr A al SI Cardinal 1" Flex Binders $2.49 300 Sheet 3 ring Lined Refills $2.75 Pencil Cases 89 . & $1.59 Buffalo Markers (5 assorted to pkg.)98 Student Agenda Books (Aug. '84 - Aug '85)$6.95 Uniball Pen Sets $3.00 Michael Jackson Coil Note Books $1.99 Imes-Lldvocate 424 Main St. \11444.,.1 hual. WI 235-1331 •