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Page 10—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 1986
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Gala evening picks
the fairest of the fair
These are the winners for the fair's baby competition. Reading left
to right, they are Luanne Van Beers with Susan, winners in the
newborn to three month category, Helen Latimer with Ashleigh,
winners for the 18 month category, Veronica Sturgeon with Kira
who were tied with Myrna Vodden with Amanda for the four to
feight month or thenine to 12gmonth category. (David Emslie photo) or, and Carol Stephenson with ' winners
Rain doesn't dampen fall fair enthusiasm
By Helen Owen
BAYFIELD - The community centre was
a hive of activity on Thursday and Friday of
last week, as the months of preparation for
the Fall Fair were implemented. Exhibits
were set in place ready tor the judging on
Friday afternoon, and in the evening many
exhibitors returned to view the results.
Saturday was the day of the big parade,
and for the organizers the torrential rain
must have proved so disheartening.
However, not for the participants for despite
the deluge it soon became clear that even
more floats than usual were lining up ready
to go. Their persistence was rewarded for
the rain stopped and a wonderful variety of
imaginative and fascinating floats set off
down Main Street to the Arena. Along the
route lamp_. but, enthusiastic viewers ap-
plauded the entries.
By the time the parade reached the fair
grounds the sun had also come out to watch,
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Many thanks to all who
helped make the
130th FALL FAIR
happen. The Society is
grateful to the business
people of Bayfield and
area and to the many
organizations and in-
dividual people without
whose help the fair could
not continue. Much ap-
preciation by the Bayfield
Agricultural Society.
and Don Besley of St. Paul's awaited the ar-
rival, acting as master of ceremonies and
announcing the winners in various classes.
Overall, secretary Audrey Graham, said
the 130th Fair had turned out to be a great
success, and despite the weather the op-
timism of those who took part wa" well
rewarded. As always the horses were a
great attraction, and this year the participa-
tion of the Saddle Club added a new and in-
teresting element. Other well supported sec-
tions included calves, sheep, poultry and
4-11.
In the vegetable section the number of en-
tries were down, but listening to exhibitors
it soon became clear that this was due to the
less than good growing season, and not lack
of enthusiasm. As always there was a fine
selection of baking preserves, ceramics,.
sewing, knitting and crafts. The childrenn'a
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Anniversary Sunday
August 31
Guest Speaker:
Mrs. Deborah Hoekstra
10:00 a.m. Worship Service
Sunday School during the Service
By Helen Owen
BAYFIELD - A special feature of this
year's 130th Fall Fair was the draw for the
'Fair Lady and her two 'Fair Maidens', and
there was a good audience in the Arena on
August 20 for the gala evening which formed
part of this event.
In particularly fine form, and revealing a
.different aspect of his personality, was Jim
Swan from CFPL - T.V., London, who as
master of ceremonies did an exceptional job
in co-ordinating the program with humor
and spontaneity.
Reeve of Bayfield, David Johnston, in-
troduced the 1986 members of the Bayfield
Agricultural Society commending them for
the work and effort which they contributed
to the planning and organization of the Fair,
which as he said, took months of prepara-
tion to stag such a comprehensive event.
Next it was time for the draw. Some of the
nominees were not present and the final
results were as follow: Mr Fair Lady - Judy
Otterbein, lst Fair Maiden - Judy Huntley
and 2nd Fair Maiden - Pat Carson. As their
• names were drawn they were each
presented with a sash and a corsage and a
special mug. In turn the ladies commented
on their connections with the village and
their appreciation at being selected to take a
part in the Fair.
A musical interlude followed, a concerted
effort of the Otterbein family which provid-
ed a lively example of their individual
talents together with those of Rose Taman
and Steve Argyle.
Moving on to the next part of the program,
Mr. Swan stressed the importance of fairs
and the ways in which they reflected a com-
entries also displayed some original and in- munity with so much unstinting volunteer
Bayfield Fair is a very special event participation. ation. He then
teresting work.
which brings together all members of the
community, and the planning and organiza-
tion takes from one year to the next. It is an
occasion for renewing old acquaintances
and making new friends, for stimulating in-
terest in all sorts of local activities, meeting
the youngest competitors at the baby show
to some of the older members of the com-
munity whose recollections of the fairs go
back over many years. Heavy costs of in-
surance coverage threaten these traditional
fairs but it is hoped that Bayfield will find a
way to continue.
New leaders sought
for :.Guide. group
The First Bayfield Brownie Pack is get-
ting ready to start a new year.
Unfortunately, Bayfield does not have a
corresponding Guide Pack, due to an
absence of leaders. Brownie organizers are
seeking volunteers to help with the Guiding
group. �t`please help us and
Mary Pounder urg-.
get involved. It takes very little time and the
rewards are enormous.
Anyone who is interested in becoming a
Guide leader is asked to call Mary Pounder
at 482-9116.
Watch in next week's paper for registra-
tion time and places.
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introduced the Reeve
of Stanley Township, Clarence Rau who
commented on the success of the recent 150
celebrations in the township. Reeve Rau
named his steering committee, who he said,
had done such a magnificent job in setting
up the event, and said he was happy to be
present on an occasion which intimated the
ties between the Village and the Township,.
Gordon Hill, chairman of the committee
introduced Nancy Webster who presented
her prize-winning essay "What It Will Be
Like Tomorrow". Her imaginative composi-
tion combined humor, reality and an ap-
preciation of life in a small community.
Lori Consitt, 1986 Huron County Queen of
the Furrow, delighted the audience with her
lively dissertation on "The Farmer's Hat".
Mr. Hill then went on to pay tribute to all
those who had contributed to the success of
the 150 celebration.. It was an event, -he said,
to honor their forefathers who never gave up
to adversity and who had worked so hard to
build a community. He interspersed his
comments with droll stories which brought
an immediate response from the audience.
President of the Bayfield Agricultural
Society, Carol Penhale, thanked the
organizers, Joyce Chilton, Lynn Halonen
and Sharon Sinnamon and congratulated
them on their successful project. A surprise
item was the presentation of a carved clock
to Audrey Graham as an expression of ap-
preciation from the Society for the wonder-
ful job she has done in organizing the Fairs
for the past 15 years.
Concluding the evening Sharon Sinnamon
presented Jim Swan with a special mug and
an invitation to join everyone for
refreshments being served by the Bayfield
Lioness.
Bayfielder wins
By Helen Owen
For the first time since its inception, the
winner of the LACAC Raffle for 'A Thousand
Dollar Weekend in Bayfield', is a local
resident.
The lucky winner was Lorinda Telford
who says she bought a ticket just for fun,
and at first, when she received a phone call
telling her the news she thought it was a
joke. Lorinda, who has been working at the
Little Inn for the past two and a half years is
delighted with her good fortune. She is look-
ing forward to a real spending spree, and as
she is familiar with the Bayfield stores
already has some ideas, but she says, she is
planning to share with her family.
This is the third year that LACAC has
organized the fun raising raffle to assist
their heritage and conservation policies,
and once again the committee is indebted to
business people in the community for their
generous support.
Bayfield Rec. Committee
Following the letter sent out by the
Bayfield Recreation Committee seeking
funding for the completion of the ball dia-
mond project, Chairman Joan Cluff, would
like to thank all those who have been so pro -
raffle
mpt in supporting the appeal. This has been
very encouraging, and it is hoped, that those
who support the final objective, but have not
yet done so, will be making their contribu-
tions in the near future.
United Church News
Next Sunday, August 31, will be
celebrated by Bayfield's St. Andrew's
United Church as "Anniversary Sunday".
The guest speaker will be Deborah
Hoekstra, daughter of the Rev. John
Hoekstra, who will be taking over shortly
with half time duties at Hibbert United
Church and Main Street United Church in
Mitchell.
Following the service, refreshments will
be served with an opportunity to meet for a
social hour. Everyone welcome to share in
this occasion.
Minor Hockey News
Parents please note there will be a
meeting at the Bayfield Municipal Building
on Thursday, August 28 at 8 p.m. for anyone
interested in a minor hockey program ( boys
and girls, any age).
Pre -birthday treat f Jean Bell
A very well kept secret provided a sur-
prise for Mrs. Jean Bell of Bayfield on Sun-
day, August 25. She was expecting to visit
the peach orchard and have dinner with her
son, but instead was taken to the Barn, the
family cottage on the Goderich Road where
we found all the family, brother, sisters,
children, grandchildren and great grand-
children awaiting her. But that was just a
beginning for a -bus had been chartered and...
an itinerary planned to take Mrs. Bell and
the family on a tour of her former homes,
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where she was born and raised, where she
lived following her marriage and raised her
children, including two or three places in
Goderich Township and the farm in
Bayfield, all still occupied with one
exception.
Such a journey evokes many memories
and Mrs. Bell recalled a particularly cold,
hard winter in the '30s when while staying
with a family member, a blacksmith, the
temperature dropped so much that the ap-
ple orchards were frozen! Such
orchards were a gathering
wag a wonderful opportunity for taking
family pictures and the . occasion was
enlivened by music provided by Mrs. Bell's
granddaughter.
A wonderful dinner had been prepared at
the Barn complete with a magnificent birth-
day cake, and although Mrs. Bell will not be
celebrating her 80th birthday until October,
her family who had undertaken the
organization felt that this would be an ideal
time to carry out their plan.
Western holidayers return
Barb and Al Betties of Goderich
Township have returned from a five week
holiday in Western Canada.
One of the highlights of their trip was the
25th Wedding Anniversary of Jayne and
Mac Taylor near Dawson Creek, British Col-
umbia. After returning from a dinner in
Dawson Creek to their home, Jayne and
Mac were surprised to find 25 friends
waiting their return. The gremlins had been
busy during their two hour absence and
their home was beautifully decorated with
bells, streamers, a wine and cheese party
all arranged and an anniversary cake to top
off the celebration.
Anne, Jayne _ and Mac's_, only daughter,
was pianist and played "The Anniversary
Waltz" and "Let me call you Sweetheart".
While the cake was being cut by the favored
couple, each guest held a lighted taper and
sang "For they are jolly good fellows".
Jayne and Mac replied fittingly. Many love-
ly gifts were received.
The Peace River Regional - Weekly
Newspaper carried the wedding photo of
Jayne and Mac.
Congratulations
to the
winner
of our free draw last
weekend at our booth at the
Bayfield Fall Fair. The winner
of the cooler was
HILDA BELL
of Bayfield.
Thanks to all for stopping by
and entering.
At Naxtoon, Alberta, the Betties visited
the Loree's and while there Alvin helped Bill
round up cattle on horseback on the ranch
situated in the Foothills of the Rockies.
From here they journeyed on to Medicine
Hat, Alberta visiting Al's cousins - Erma
and Chas Rabourne. At Buffalo Pound Lake,
Sask., they spent a few days with Hazel
Parker and friends. At Shoal Lake,
Manitoba, they visited Jack and Mabel
Wright, cousins of Barb's. They returned
home via Northern Ontario and Manitoulin
Island, crossing to "the Tub" on the Chi-
Cheemaun.
ACW to meet at Jervis Bay
By Blanche Deeves
MIDDLETON — Morning Prayer was
held Sunday morning at St. James' Anglican
Church. -with- Rev... Alibi* Bell_ officiating
and Ron Grenduis playing the organ. Ed--
ward
d-ward Deeves received the offering.
A bus trip to Hamilton will be held for the
ladies to go shopping for fabrics or mall
shopping. Call Audrey at 482-9838 or Blanche
at 482-9536.
The A.C.W. of St. James Church will meet
September 11 at Jervis Bay at 8 p.m. The
leader in charge is Estelle Wise.
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Blanche Deeves would like to add to her
collection of Church plates one of Trinity
Church in Bayfield first plates sold.
St. James' Church ladies thank you for the
jars which have been donated for their deli
booth in October. More could be used as well
as clean plastic containers.
Happy Birthday greetings go to Delores
on her birthday Monday.
Twenty family members joined Adell Jer-
vis at her summer home on Sunday at Jervis
Bay to enjoy her special day also. Happy
Birthday Adell.
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