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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1983-10-12, Page 10PAGE 10—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12,1983 y Champ ,,..:nj By Doris Hunter The Canada Geese are flying low in their annual pilgrimage to the south, one indeed has decided to stop over. Tom Castle is play- ing host to a very tame goose, one of the joys of life in the country. Mrs. Esther Wright, that lady of many "hats" and Miss Dorothy Cox, our Bayfield Historical Society archivist, have enjoyed a motor trip through the Muskoka district and are now at home. We learned in the News -Record supple- ment last week, that another of our young people has distinguished herself in the June examinations at CHSS. Dawn Merner graduated with an Ontario Scholar's Cer- tificate, which is given to students with a high percentage in their marks, by the On- tario government. Dawn is the daughter of Mert and Lorna Merner. She is now pursu- ing her studies at King's College, Western University. Abby Champ, granddaughter of Brigadier and Mrs. Morgan Smith, writes from college in Krakow, Poland of her first impressions of life over there. She is impressed with the genuine friendliness of the people and her fellow students. They seem pleased that so- meone would come from such a distance to learn their language. She finds the town square, a market place, yin which has specific sales each week, as perhaps crafts, antiques, horses and so for- th. The square is beautifully decorated at all times. A nice story exists of the watch tower in one corner off Ryniek Square which now has a clock. Early times a watchman stood in the tower to warn of approaching danger. A certain tune was to be played as a signal. On one occasion, invaders were spotted and he played the tune, the townsfolk gathered to defend the town as the tune was repeated several times, but alas the watchman received an arrow in his throat which killed him and the music ceased abruptly. A history loving people have retained the custom. The melody is played every hour, in the watchman's memory, and the tune stops exactly at the point when that fatal arrow struck. Abby says they have the best ice cream in the world, and that it is an insult to refuse a drink of vodka, the students maintaining it is the best vodka in the world, a problem for Abby who is a teetotaller. They have ration cards, paper is in short supply for example. Meals include lots of potatoes, and cabbage or bean soup. There is another Canadian girl, from Ed- monton and Abby's roommate is from Chicago, U.S.A. Certainly an interesting ex- perience for this Bayfield girl. Huron Centennial School was the host of a public school senior girls soccer tourney on Oct. 6. Teams from all the area schools participated in the tourney. ( Rod Hilts photo) The Norman and Patricia Cooper residence in Bayfield is more farnilarly still known as the Stanbury Home. This impressio e brick structure features Italianate architecture, easily making it one of Bayfield's fine heritage buildings. ( George Chapman photo ) Bayfield friends die Bayfield was saddened in the midst of our Thanksgiving season by the death of three of our friends. • Mr. Clayton Weston of Chicago, to whose many relations our sympathy goes out. Mrs. Blanche Pownall Garret, noted write and nature lover who was a member of many our societies and well loved by her many friends here. She leaves a son and a daughter and two brothers whose sorrow we share. Mr. Fred Arkell, who settled on the Bayfield line in the 1940's. Retiring to Bayfield he became a member of council, of the Lions Club and Warden of his church Trinity Anglican. It was here the funeral service was held with the Reverend Douglas Pitts and the Reverend George Youmatoff in charge. The village has lost a well loved friend and his grieving family a cherished father. His two daughters Vera Turner and Rosemary Sager of Goderich share their grief with brothers, Tom of Houston, Texas, and Judge Kenneth of Vernon, B.C. Mr. Arkell who came from a family of 10 is survived by twe brothers Maurice and Douglas. He was married to the late Daisy Scothmer, whose three sisters and brother Gordon also mourn his loss. It was lovely that his grandsons were there to act as pallbearers. The Arkells were blessed by a family of 11 grand- children and seven great grandchildren. We are thankful in town for this good man's life and the fine family he has left behind him. A plea to all families and.friends of Guides from 1978 to 1983, for clipping snaps or negatives pertaining to first Bayfield Guides for our scrapbook and photo album. Congratulations to those volunteers as Guiders, it is not too late to join yet. Lise Le.Cornpte and Marsha Shepherd, are leading the Guides and Karen Pounder, Jane Sturgeon and Kelly Brandon are look- ing after the Brownies. Joan Claff and Val Merrier are in charge of Pathfinders. Gardeners trade plants The Bayfield Garden Club met the even- ing of Thanksgiving day with a good seg- ment of the membership in attendance. This was the annual plant exchange at which members bring any extra plants they may have to exchange with other members. It is always lots of fun and everyone benefits with no cost involved. Miss Kay Reid had completed the distribution of the premium bulbs, a big task as membership convenor. Councillor Helen Ifit's from Anstett's it says, `you're special' A Albert Street, Clinton 26 Moln Street South. Sea/orth 2$4 Moln Street. Ekoter 203 Durham Street Eclat, Wolkerton 139 Queen Street Eoat. St. MOorya DECLARE YOUR LOVE WITH DIAMONDS PENDANT CHAIN OPTIONAL VERY AFFORDABLE SUPER VALUE DIAMONDS SET IN 14K GOLD PENDANTS* 99.50 EARRINGS 199.50 CHOOSE FROM DIAMOND, RUBY, SAPPHIRE OR EMERALD CENTRES EACH OR PAIR IN ELEGANT PRESENTATION CASE NifMF3tR AMfRI( AN 'CHAIN NOT INCLUDED NSTETT JEWELER Owen reported 151 members belong to the club. Miss Reid introduced our super gardeners, the Reverend George and Flo • Youij atoff,;who gave somite very useful tips on • putting the garden to bed." The President, Mr. Herb Beatty, adjourn- ed the meeting with thanks to the evening's hostesses. Mrs. Elva Metcalfe, Mrs. Gwen Pemberton, and the convenor Mrs. Lillian Beakhust. BAYFIELD RESIDENTS FALL TRASH PICK-UP - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 AT 1:00 PM Chamney Sanitation Stanbury ayfiel 's veli Dose: one of By Doris Hunter The Bayfield home of Mr. and Mrs. Nor- man Cooper is the last of the series of heritage houses, photographed by George Chapmen, whose pictures we all enjoyed so much. There is some confusion as to the date at which this house was built but the Coopers were told it was in the 1890's. The architec- ture was also described by them as Italianate and the six -sided tower would seem to confirm this designation. It is cer- tainly one of our loveliest homes. Details one shouldn't miss are the really splendid front doors, with a fan light, the elegant fascia boards with their fanciful supports, the victorian columns which support the porch and the design incised into the trim. Look right up to the top of the tower to see the vigil candle Patricia has placed in the window. sI ®rues The house was built by Dr. Stanbury and he was here displaying his taste and worldly success by this fine house. The Coopers have owned the house for many years and can't help wondering if it will ever be known as the Cooper House, since it has been variously owned by other families including the Stinsons for years, yet remained the Stanbury House. The 1870's found our country in a state of settlement, well advanced. The educational system launched by Bishop Strachan had burgeoned. The Methodist minister Mr. Egerton Ryerson had established a public school system, even with a set of regulations for the building of schools and he was ready to retire in 1976. Bayfield's first school was in The Hut owned by Dr. Ninian Woods. The first brick school was built in 1862, but an ad- dition was needed in 1875, when the Cooper House now graced the Square. Stanley council get five per cent increase Members of Stanley council voted themselves a five per cent pay increase for 1983 at their September meeting. The reeve's honorarium goes from $3,000 to $3,150, and councillors' stipends increase from $2,500 to $2,625. The council get no ex- tra money for additional special meetings they attend. They receive one annual lump - sum payment each October. Council approved certificates of com- pliance for liquid manure storage tanks for Weib Postma and Paul Steckle. Richard Koostra was informed he must obtain approval from the Ministry of Transport and Communications as the grain drying facilities he is constructing at con- cession 1, lot 30 in the township are closer than 600 feet to the road, and will affect the intersection of Highway 4 and Stanley Road 30. Building inspector Herman Van Wieran reported that 12 new permits. totalling $382,000 had been issued in September. In- cluded was the Koostra construction. Clerk Mel Graham said the amount of building in the township is about the same as last year at this time. Ken McCowan's severance application to transfer the barn to the adjacent lot and house at concession 1, lot 19 was approved., Under the terms of the assessment act, approximately $3,000 was rebated to residential taxpayers. Some had had their assessments lowered in court, but most reductions were for homes that had been in- sulated with Urea formaldehyde foam. Council accepted three tile drainage loan applications totalling $9,000 and passed a bylaw for tile drainage debentures of $31,300. Graham said the municipal complex is "right on schedule". If the good weather ..,..ems REGISTRATION For Co-ed Minor Hockey Ages 6 - 10 Saturday, October 15, '83 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Registration Fee - $10.00 No contoct Instructional league. For further Information contoct John Pounder 565-2443 or John Graham 565- 2121. WE OPENED A Cimossiongeor (t)T 'Dm FREE OIL OF OLAY DISPOSABLE LIGHTER WITH EVERY PURCHASE OF A CARTON OF CIGARETTES LOTION zoo mi. ONLY MAREIL CLLINE NAOLOURS ONLY MABELLINE EXPERT EYES ONLY CORRECTOL LAXATIVE TABLETS 12'. ONLY $ 7.99 $1 39 • $25•9 894 �I SCOPE 1.18 Litre 4 MOUTHWASH ONLY $ 49 • 100 PACKAGES SUGAR TWIN ONLY $1°i 49 • 135 TABLETS ROLAIDS1 • ONLY $ 99 SHICK 5'S ULTREX RAZOR BLADES ONL$11 :9 u TRI/\NLS LE DISCOUNT._. 112 THE SQUARE, GO©ERICH; MAIN CORNER, CLINTON; MAIN CORNER, SEAFORTH holds for two weeks, the prefabricated municipal garage and the community cen- tre will be moved from the Hamilton factory to the foundations ready and waiting for them. The walls on the municipal office are go- ing up. The township has installed the septic tank, the walk-in vault has been framed and its ceiling will be poured this week. Ontario Hydro has asked to be notified of any fires, so it can check its electrical con- nections. Its Trout Derby time A bunch of the boys were a `yarnin' it up In the old Albion Hotel last night, They were sayin "there's an ir`nr0sting event coming up With prizes to be won and fish to be caught! As 1 listened it seems Joe and Eric at the Pro Hardware Store Arc deckin' the windows with pictures and prizes galore. They're calling out anglers to join in the fun At the Fifth Annual Rainbow Trout Derby that's coming up soon On the 14th, 15th and 16th of October when the weather's real fine The boys want you to come and drop in a line And try out your luck for the "coveted cup", And all the rest of the goodies the boys have lined up. Get your tickets right early, men, women and all For the Lions Trout Derby that happens each fall With your tickets too there's a bonus for you It's free camping at Rainbow Valley; courtesy of Alice and Joe. Get your tickets now from the hardware boys Or stop any Bayfield Lion, they carry them in their cars They'll tell you there's fun and lots off fish to be caught, So ya'11 come and make this the best Derby of the lot. VANASTRA RESIDENTS FALL TRASH PICK-UP FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 AT 1:00 PM Chamney Sanitation Serving you 'year round! Shop TEE VI IL E E Main Street Bayfleld LARGE SELECTION OF GROCERIES 8 PACKAGED MEAT FRESH PRODUCE TOYS -GIFTS GREETING CARDS ALL AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES AGENTS FOR JERVIS FOTO-PROS IMAGE CLEANERS OF GRAND BEND OPEN 7 dohs a week 9 am -6 pm Closed Wednesday afternoon Open Friday 'till 1 p.rn.