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Clinton News-Record, 1985-07-03, Page 10By Parts linter It's Family time in Bnylfield: r ,,'1 car £eel the joy of those who bane made it home,oa.,e more. People have always maintained, that once youave lived in Bayfield, you are compelled to, return. Well the Merner family have been here since earliest times and theugh their children are widely scattered, the Canada Day weekend brought most of them back. Mert and Lorna had daughter Janis and Michael from Bedford, Nova Scotia, Dawn a student at Western, Lorne, Barb and little Natali from London and Wayne and Colleen Hopkins from Surrey, British Columbia with their children Melanie,' Michelle and Matthew as well as a cousin Deanna Hodgson also from Surrey, a1Jc 440. wv.ty uapyeeu Mr we, ivy. Aubrey. Bell- at the service in Trinity Anglican Church. Melanie watched with great interest and a . little obvious trepidation as the babies were banded toy Rev. Bell and baptized in the traditionall, manner. She' had been told of her owl .. baptism in the church, which happened'to be the last christening performed by Bayfield's beloved Canon Paull. - Next door at the Grant Turners, thei children were gathered, all cousins of th Merners as Ede and Mert are sister an brother. The Turner clan included Tom and Barb Beecroft with Barbara's children Becky and Danny Mansfield from Woodstock, Ted ti and Marlene from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, with Ted's eon tram, Wtn111e . Ueleh 'ern+r 'lamrl'g he�ngwhentfieyaltjo fora'galadinn r . . The l Coveys too hada reunion .;g attend the special anniversary ser e , Paul's;. Clinton,. where.theitrathe ben Rector. Dining with Dorothy ani Erne were his brother Wendy, sister Mary, neph w dl'. niece Paul and Jacquie, all from Len on well as brother-in-law Tibor Alexari er .,Pa his daughter Catharine, who is the Alexander Hoveys god daughter. Brother Cha,•ie;and his wife' came from Burlington, nephew Frank and wife from Waterloo and rother Rex and his •wife from . Sarnia. Lots of :"Do you. remembers" were exchanged, ;,one can be sure, over one of Dorothy's delectable dinners. t, • Bayfield Grade 8 students honored By Doris Hunter School is out but news of our young people's achievements should be recorded. The students at the High School chose as queen Nancy Taylor, daughter of Arnold and Jean Taylor, runners up were also from Bayfield, Joanne Layton, Judy Hutchings and Lisa Tamen. Chanda Chilton won the W.S. Jeffrey award and the Victoria and Grey scholarship, both in mathematics. Her sister. Serena Chilton won the Miss Congeniality Award at the Queen of the Spring Fair contest in Clinton. Harry Gundy distinguished himself by bringing home the trophy for Best All Round Boy. Huron Centennial School this year has had Bayfield's John Siertsema as principal for the first time. Parents, are grateful for the excellent leadership he has provided. John must be proud of the record of Cindy Scott, daughter of Ray and, Cathie. Cindy has "swept the boards" with her academic awards. She now holds the Music Award, the Evelyn Newton Brady scholarship, the Ruth Hayman Elliott award, runner up for the French award, Top Academic girl's scholarship, and the general admiration and congratulations of all the Village. Over 550 take in dinner The good people of St. Andrew's United Church, fully entitled to rest An their laurels, Rodger Thyssen took part in the Bayfield Sports Day on June 29 and after competing in after once again producing a splendid . the relay race Rodger put his muscles to work in the tug-of-war. The event was put onby dinner, serving over 550 guests, tookthe the Bayfield Optimist Club. (Anne Narejko photo) optimist sports results Vanstone„Christian Heart. BAYFIELD - The sun was shining for the 25 yard sack race:Shannon Schilbe, Saman- Bayfield Optimists' sporting events on June tha Scott, Angie Vande,,rHaar. 29' and the children took advantage of the 10 to 11 -year-olds good weather to get some exercise.. Approx- 100., yard dash: Duane Siertsema, Benjamin imately 90 children turned out to participate McKaig, Stephen Beattie. in the sack races, ball toss, three-legged Baseball throw:Duane Siertsema, Dennis race and the many other events. Roy, Stephen Beattie. . Placing in the top three in each race were: 25 yard three-legged,race: Duane Siertsema Five and under and Stephen Beattie; Tyler Close, .and .Ben- 25 yard balloon race:Conrad Schilbe, Tara jamin McKaig; Andrea Stiupat and Linda Becky Hessel, Mia Machen. Tobin. Baseball Throw:Adam Reder, Jason Camp- 12 to 13 -year-old bell, Conrad Schilbe. 100 yard dash: Jennifer Scott, Marshmellow on spoon:Tara Hessel, Erin Mansfield; Andrea Slaunwhite. Stevens, Mia Machen..Baseball throw: Lilian Ruthford, Deanne • Six and seven-year-ols Hodgson, Jennifer Scott. ' 50 yard race:Jeff Lauve, Nicholas Heart, 25 yard sack race:Lillian Rutherwood, ' David Scott: Deanna Hodgson, Andrea Slaunwhite: ' Baseball throw:Jamie Dollery,"Jeff Sauve, Over-all winners David Scott. Six and seven- ear-olds:Jeff Sauve, Janice Standing broad jump:Jackie Fisher., JamieDollery. Dollery, David Scott. ' . Eight and nine -year-olds: Trevor Schwark. Eight and nine -year-olds 10 and 11 -year-olds: Duane Siertsema. 75 yard dash: Trevor Schwark, Samantha 12 and 13 -year-olds :Lillian Rutherford. Scott, Matt McKaig. • Relay winners:Eric Schilbe, Pat Reder, Baseball throw: Trevor Schwark, Joseph Kathy Campbell and Rodger Thyssen. We're Fully Equipped for any Job • Farm ponds • Gravel. Bailing Dragline • Trucking • Gravel, Sand & Stone. • Bulldozing • Excavating • Top Soil • Septic Systems "No lob is too big or too small" Res. 482-9212 erner CONTRACTING LTD Trucking • 'Excavating . Clinton) Shop 482-9926 time to say—"thank you" to one of their members at the close of the Sunday morning service, of worship. Frank Burch w there was much reminiscing by former pastors and members. Anniversary. cake and strawberries were served and 'then a supper culminating in the evening hour of worship led by Dr. McCready. There were special presentations too. Mina Talbot, the oldest charter member of the church, was so honored and Albert Woods, a member and custodian' for 30 years. The former treasurers Vivian Westlake,. Louise Bigelow, Shirley Keip, Sandra Talbot and Cathie Cullen were so remembered. One very happy day of good fellowship and thanksgiving will always be remembered by those attending. Recreational Committee news from Joan Cluff is very cheering. Cathy Scott won the June: 1$50 draw. After a meeting between some of the Agricultural Directors and the Rec Committee chair, a motion was passed by • the directors giving the Recreation Committee permission to develop the back diamond with lights, fencing and bleachers. The front diamond' will be maintained as a practice field with safety fencing. The newly cleared area, which has proved unsatisfactory because of the sun, will be seeded for the present and.. held for future Recreational purposes. • The Lions and Lioness had another successful Pancake Brunch with lots of people attending. Their Friday night Bingos are gaining in members each week. honored when Doreen McKenzie tha i ed 4-H Calf Club test judging skills The Optimists are to, be congratulated on the beautiful ” Fireworks display, they presented on Saturday evening with the Fire Fighters, setting off the spectacular collection they had provided. Pioneer Park was the place where most people gathered to watch the salute to Canada Day. Now the beauty of having this Park,. so strategically located, should surely be recognized by us all. Over the years much entertainment has been provided as well. This year July, 6, will open the season with a concert by noted artist Ray Sealey with his classical guitar. Fiona Wilkinson a talented flautist will also be playing. These are. fine professional artists and it is a privilege not to be missed, to hear them in such a beautiful setting, just as the sun is about to set, starting at 8 p.m. A most generous collection should be offered when the hat is passed..Don't forget your deck chairs! The first movie of the year will be shown at sundown. Black Stallion is the excellen film to be presented with Ann Laudenbac as projectionist for the second year. When is the Rummage Sale? Always the second Friday in July, at 8 P.M. That's the ^12th prepare for lots of fun, clear your cupboards, throw out the things that bore you and come with an eagle eye for your neighbors' white. elephants,. just what you've always wanted. him for his many years, 12 at le st, of faithful service as Church treasurer, and on behalf of the congregation presented him with a beautiful oil painting of the church. Lunch' was served and a pleasant social hour . enjoyed by everyone., No one enjoyed it more than a completely surprised Frank. Next Sunday the congregation and Sunday School picnic will beheld in Clan Gregor Square, following church. Though called a Potluck luncheon, picnickers are asked to -,bring lawn chairs, plates, cutlery and sufficient food for your family. Coffee and cold drinks will be available. 30th anniversary for Baptists It was a very special Sunday at the Bayfield Baptist Church. It was the 30th anniversary of the opening of the church and former members and friends filled the- - church for the service of thanksgiving. The service was conducted by. Pastor Holley, there were many choruses by the children and the Ladies trio provided special music suitable for such a joyous occasion. There was a special speaker; Dr. Roger McCready, pastor of Harrow Baptist Church. A committe had organized ' a, sumptuous dinner seved on the grounds and sailboards ba yfie!d imor PERFORMANCE SPECIALISTSms North, Fanatic, Tiga, Alpha, Eon, Bic, Sailboard, Klepper, Mistral, Windsurfer, Ten Cate, Hood ®SAVE ON NORTH silmilma 5.1 Speed Spider - . 439. 1.65 - 190 cm. booms .... .. 179. Compass PFD . .. 119. • repairs and rentals • PHONE NOW 565-2633.565-2496 Connie's Kitchen Cupboard Pitted PRUNES Spaghetti NOODLEt Macaroni NOODLES Dried APRICOTS $ 2.361b. $1 .SOIb. .61cm. .6341b. - Order homemade Raisin Bread and pies. Large or small quantities Specials in effect 'till July 13th CLOSED MONDAYS Tuesday Elam • Spm Open Wednesdays, Thursday, rrlday„6 Saturdays gam - 6pm CLOSED SUNDAY Closed Saturday, July 6 due to fomlly reunion Proprlstress Connie [Wong Call anytime 523-9609 Large orders available for your Weddings and specks occasions. LOCATION: 4'/2 miles north of Clinton, 1'/, miles south ,pf Lond•sboro. Turn west of Clinton bgxsd Meats, 2nd Farm on the left,. . 1,, By Helen Owen Congratulations to the Bayfield Optimist Club whose first major project, a firework display, really did go off with a bang on June 29. A shower, earlier in the evening did not affect the performance. The night sky co-operated^by providing a broad bank of dark cloud as a backdrop for the glittering display, and crowds of people gathered to enjoy the • spectacular and glittering form of celebration w of Canada I)ay. With so many good viewing points this sort of"entertaininent is available to a large audienceand the natural environment enhances the exhibition with the waters of the lake reflecting' the fireworks. This year too, a number of boats had anchored out on the lake, their lights °adding to the overall scene. - Special thanks are due to the Firy Department for all their work in the preparation and ,execution of the Display. The Optimists also thanks all those who contributed towards the fireworks, no small undertaking. the generosity of all concerned is much appreciated. The Bayfield calf club held its second official meeting at Angela, Teresa and John Vanden Elzens on June 20. The meeting was. opened with the 4-H pledge. • The roll call was answered with informtion about calves. The minutes were read. Members judged a clans of three year old holsteins and the older members gave treasons. Members did a lesson on nutrients and played a game, of the same. Susan Van Egmond did a presentation on the origin of dairy cattle. The next meeting is at Lana and David Jones'rs on July 18th. - By Lana Jones, Press Reporter. Many people enjoyed the Lions Pancake Breakfast served on Sunday morning in the. Community Centre and once again the gentlemen cooked and served generous plates of pancakes and sausages to a steady stream of 'customers' from 9•a.m. to 1 p.m. . It was also interesting to learn that a local resident Jeanette 'Huffman was''the lucky winner of the jack pot at the Bingo session run by the Lions on Friday evening. The Village of Bayfield had its own entry in the Tuckersmith Sesquicentennial held on June 29, and thanks to the work of Road Superintendent Rick Penhale, a truck bearing greetings and congratulations from the village ,took its place among over 200 floats. It was most unfortunate that as the. parade made its way down the Main Street of Seaforth that the rain fell and deluged the colorful and elaborate. floats making their , way to Van Egmond House. The next meeting of the Bayfield Garden Club will take place on Monday July 8, a .little earlier than usual. Starting at 7 pm members will meet in the garden of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mitchell on Louisa Street. There will be a panel of four speakers, Harvey McDougal talking about shrub propagation: Doris Hunter talking about scented flowers: Leda McAlister whose subject will be "Eat Your Flowers as Well as Your Herbs", and last but not least - a mystery speaker! It promises to be a very enjoyable evening with plenty of. opportunity to ask questions. In the event o bad weather the meeting will be held in the Municipal Building. Bayfield Clip &Curl "UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT" 9 am -4 pm exbepj Wednesday and Saturday 124. Phone 524.271 Hwy. 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