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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1980-07-31, Page 6Page 6 Citizens News July 31, 1980 Crowds jam parade route Tradition unfolds as Lions Frolic held The Lion's Frolic, which has become more of a tradi- tion, rather than an event, unfolded with all its colorful pageantry for the 33rd con- secutive year last Friday night. Rain clouds threatened overhead, but crowds jamm- ed the parade route nevertheless, in anticipation of the yearly spectacle. Around 7:15 p.m. the wail of sirens and the constant rat -a -tat -tat of snare drums Mayfield Bud Sturgeon by Goren Pemberton signalled to those waiting at Clan Gregor Square, that the parade was on its way up the Main Street. Moments before rounding the turn, and still out''of the line of vision. the band struck up and the trained ears could tell it was the familiar sound of the 1pperwash Cadet Band. First to pass was the red T -Bird convertible, with in- coming Lion's president John Siertsema aboard. Then came the Bayfield Firetrucks, the Band, the floats, the carts, the trikes and bikes, the antique cars, the costumed walkers and the horse brigade. Bringing 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 up the rear was the Ipperwash Cadet Pipe Band, a pleasant surprise. All too soon the parade passed our vantage point and the crowds flooded into the street to follow its winding path to the agricultural park. Once arrived, Lion Harry Baker, emcee for the even- ing', already had his microphone warmed up and was raring to go. He began by welcoming the Cadets, stating "it was a wonderful gesture for you to come, we just don't know what we'd do without them." Incoming Lion's president, John Siertsema then welcomed the participants and patrons with a short speech before handing the 'mike' back to Harry, who stated, "it's raining in Wiar- ton so let's hang on!" The drum and bugle corps' played several selections, in- cluding 'Bucket' finishing with a precision marching drill to the applause of the spectators, them it was time for the prizes. Winners were as follows: Decorated trikes: Regan Thomas, Dwayne Siertsema. Decorated bikes: Peter Cook, 'Chips', Kathy James, Scott Beatty. Miscellaneous carts: Frobrisher, Walt Erickson and the girls 'Little Houston the Prairie' J & K Express and Guilding. Floats: Garden Club, King Pride Grain, Vacation Bible School, Knox Presbyterian Church. Antique cars: 1928 Ford, Archie MacDonald, 'Strat- ford; 1928 Chev, Howard Scotchmer, Bayfield; 34 Chev truck, (anonymous), Stratford. Children's costumes: Avery ,McLean. Toys Walk at Midnite; Susan Prosser, Hula Girl; David Rouse, Horse; Jason Field, Bath Nite. Adult costumes: Bayfield Babes, 'Dwarfs' ; Gloria McClinchey, 'Raggedy Ann and Andy'. Four horse hitch: Tom Penhale. Horse riders: Louise Allen, Hensall; Trevor Scotchmer. Pony rigs: Ken Merner, Adam Flowers, Bud Robin- son. While handing out the prize money for the 'antique cars', Harry Baker quipped in a W.C. Field type of voice, "come on up here, but don't bring the cars . . . I don't think you should bring the cars with you." Gratitude was again ex- pressed on behalf of the 'Cadet band'. and leader Captain Jack White, who takes these 'raw recruits' from all over the province and molds them into' a marching band within their six week stay at Ipperwash. During this time perigd they perforin in about 15 parades. The finale to the outdoor events included some fine 'pipe music' from civilian in- structor Sam Laderoute's Cadet Pipe Band. The bingo, baseball pitch, dart throwing, penny sale, milk bottles, and the wheels of fortune all attracted their crowds, but a step above was the ever popular, original 'Turtle Races', operated this year by Phil Gemeinhardt and Don Lindsay. When I asked Doug Gemeinhardt why I never won a race, he commented, "You just don't know how to pick a turtle!" Doug, who built the 'racetrack' some thirty years ago has seen many turtles come and go. The highlight for many was the annual Lion's draw, with Dave Johnston Sr. be- ing the lucky winner of the $200 first prize. Other winners were Madge Quinn, Dunedin, New Zealand; Peggy Gibb, R.R. 3, Bayfield; and John Fawcett, Sugar Bush Camp. So as the crowds mingled around the penny sale; pick - Country Corners now has a complete line of: HONDA POWER PRODUCTS ,41 ON THE SPOT FINANCING AT BANK RATES C O U N T R Y MT. CARMEL PHONE RNER� 237-3456 OPEN MON. - SAT. 10-10 SUN. NOON -6 N TER MT La KAON RD / 5 1 CORBETa CORNEA SIGN LIGAN S, TO LONDON, INN 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ing up their prizes, and the last hot dogs and onions were fried up on the grill, another `Frolic', the 33rd an- nual, drew to a close, ending an enjoyable evening, courtesy of the Bayfield Lions Club. This week in sports The Bayfield Knighthawks and the Byfield Flyers both wound up their regular season schedule when they met for the secondtime this year at the local diamond. The Knighthawks defeated them by a decisive score, sweeping the seasons series two games to nil, and fittishing in first place atop the league. The Flyer who Please turn to page 7 MR. AND MRS. MARIUS BEYERSBERGEN Janice Lynn Turner and Marius Antonius Wilhelmus Beyersbergen were united in marriage at St. Andrews United Church, Kippen on July 26 with Reverend Bob McMullen and Father E.J. Dentinger officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Helen Turner of RR 1, Varna and the late Elmer Turner. Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. William Beyersbergen of RR 2, Lucknow. Attending the bride were Mrs. Brenda Wright, sister of the bride, Miss Sophie Beyersbergen, sister of the groom, Mrs. Judy Smith, friend of the bride, Mrs. Anne Graul, friend of the bride and Miss Gayle Horton, niece of the bride. Best man was Ed Franken, friend of the groom and the ushers were Henry Beyersbergen and Nic Beyersbergen, brothers of the groom and Bill Turner, brother of the bride and Danny Horton; nephew of the bride. After o honeymoon to Ohio, Niagara Falls, New York and Northern Ontario the couple will take up residence at RR 2 Lucknow. Photo by Fronk Philips MR. AND MRS. DAN OVERHOLT Donna lee Riddell and Daniel Joseph Overholt were united in marriage at ,St. Boniface Catholic Church, Zurich, on July 12. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Leone Riddell and Mr. Jaclt Riddell and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Overholt. Denise Byrne, friend of the bride, was maid of honor and bridesmaids were Deb Thompson, Heather Riddell and Brenda Riddell, all`sisters of the bride. Carrie Lynn and Christy Lee Ducharme, cbusins of the groom, were flower girls carrying the wedding bands. Best man was Wayne Meidinger, cousin of the groom. Guests were ushered by Wayne Riddell, brother of the bride and Michael Overholt, brother of the groom. Ken Overholt, also brother of the groom, was a groomsman. Soloists were Ron Meidinger and Cathy Stock accompanied by Patsy Meidinger at the organ. After a honeymoon to the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania, the couple will be residing in London.