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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-11-05, Page 3CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY NOVH"MRtrn a 19814 -t'age.) Mewsand 'featares Aiken's changes hands after 63 years By David Emslie CLINTON - A little bit of Clinton history changed hands on October 17 when Sue and Morris Traynor took over ownership of the Aiken's store. The store was first established when W. Moffat Aiken opened Aiken's Harness and Luggage in 1923. In 1945 Willard Aiken join- ed the firm and its name was changed to W.M. Aiken and Son. With the death of W.M. Aiken in 1952 Arthur Aiken joined the com- pany and Aiken's Brothers vias formed. Because of their upcoming purchase of the store, and to be nearer Mrs. Traynor's parents, the Traynors moved to Clinton from Goderich in August. They noted that one of the main reasons they decided to purchase the store was because they didn't want to move anymore, and Mr. Traynor's job required him to move frequently. On top of this wish, both have had ex- perience in retail work, Mrs. Traynor in shoes and Mr. Traynor in men's wear, a perfect combination for the store. Both Willard and Arthur Aiken are work- ing to help get the Traynors settled in their NEW .OWNERS. Morris and Sue Traynor are the new owners of Aiken's store in Clinton. They took over the store on October 17 from Arthur and Willard Aiken, whose family had owned the business for 63 years (David Emslie photo) new store. "The boys have given us a month for tran- sition. They are coming in every day, and not asking for anything, to show us how they run it," Mr. Traynor said. "Art and Willard have helped a lot. They have a wealth of knowledge," he continued. Mrs. Traynor added, "We owe a lot to them." "We do, we not only bought the business from them, but we gained two good friends," Mr. Traynor explained. While the Traynors are still settling in to the store they are already enjoying their work. "It's different not working for somebody," Mr. Traynor stated. On the subject of any changes that may be made to the store Mrs. Traynor said, "We will run it the same for now. We will keep what is in it now, but we may branch out a bit." "We would like to carry on the same way they did; they laid the groundwork. We would like to continue with the same integri- ty. They were as honest as the day is long. The customer was always right and they bent over backwards to accomplish this," Mr. Traynor concluded. Volunteers needed for Huron Day Centre CLINTON - If you enjoy people and have some free time, the Huron Day Centre for the Homebound could really use you. The Huron Day Centre is in need of volunteers, especially in the Blyth, Goderich and Exeter areas of the county. They need drivers to br- ing clients to the Centre and stay for the day to help out. They pay mileage of 22 cents a kilometre. If you are at gall interested, please contact the Centre at 482-7943. The summer and fall have been busy as usual, with regular activities for clients such as exercises, whirlpool baths, music, footcare, crafts, cards, shuffleboard,etc. The swim therapy for the Stroke Recovery Club has now ended, however, will resume next spring. The Day Centre enjoyed several excur- sions this summer. In July, about 40 clients. and volunteers went on a bus trip to the Lambton County Museum. All enjoyed a pic- nic lunch there on the grounds and the displays at the museum. Clients and volunteers delighted in a visit at the Wingham Day Care Centre on July 17. On August 21, clients and volunteers travelled to Grand Bend, to the Huron Coun- try Playhouse to see Annie. On October 20, a Day Centre caravan travelled through the :country on a color cavalcade ending at the Benmiller Falls for tea and cookies. Bowling has resumed again for another year, with even more clients showing an in - Two drivers strike deer terest. Last year's awards were presented to Bob Groves, Goderich, for high average, high single went to Murray Rollinson, Auburn, high double went to Bob Thompson, Londesboro, most improved bowler went to Sharon Warwick, Brussels and perfect at- tendance was presented to Alex McMichael, Goderich. A bowling mug was presented to all of those who participated. . The Huron Day Centre Annual Bazaar held on October 25 at the Clinton Town Hall was again •a success. A big thank you to all of those who participated with donations of baking, crafts, and/or volunteering their October 29 was a bad day for deers and drivers alike as two accidents occurred bet- ween the two on County Road 3. At 11 p.m. Lawrence Sloan, 39, of Goderich was westbound on County Road 3 just east of Bayfield when he struck a deer. Damage to his 1977 Ford was estimated at $1.200. Earlier that evening, at 6:40 p.m., William Thompson, 31, of Brucefield was eastbound on the same road, just east of Varna when he struck a deer with his 1969 Plymouth. Damage to his vehicle was estimated at $1,000. No injuries were sustained in either accident. time, it was all greatly appreciated. A special .thanks to volunteers who came out to the baking blitz. Door prizes at the bazaar, donated by Kuenzig a,nd Clinton Produce were won by Barbara Van pamme and Leslye Glover, both from Clinton. • A free wheel chair repair and maintenance clinic, sponsored by the March of Dimes and the Huron Day Centre will be held at the Huron Day Centre, Clinton, on November 15 (9 am - 5 pm). Please call for an appointment as soon as possible with make and model of wheelchair jou wish repaired at 482-7943. ,Seminar aimed at improving quality of life By,Helen Owen On November 20 a special seminar is plan- ned to take place at the Huronview Auditorium. The object of the exercise, en- titled `Voices of Choices' is to improve the quality oflife for residents in Huron County. Sponsored by the Huron County Community Services Council and Town and Country Homemakers, this workshop has been organized to identify needs,, services available, gaps and overlaps. Then with this valuable input it should be possible to plan further action accordingly. Whilst jt is appreciated that the County Community. Services represent a network of health, social.and community services, and the Town and Country Homemakers are concerned with homemaking and home help assistance, nevertheless, it is felt that greater public awareness and familiarity ale needed in order for these services to be fully utilized. The extent of needs is multiple and already sources of support have been developed to meet many of these, but know- ing, how, where and to whom to apply may not always be as simple. In some instances services overlap, and in others there are gaps which have to be experienced to be appreciated. What are the prime factors? First, con- cise information on the availability of sup- port ranging' from infants to teens to seniors. Second, a definition of the roles and the extent of the various agencies, and third and another very important area, support in presentation to government and other organizations in order to amend, improve and initiate. These three points indicate•a very'urgent need for getter and more extensive communication. The workshop plans to address the pro- blems with representatives present to pro- vide practical information, but that is only a part of the project. The other important re- quirement is public input and experience of service clubs,. volunteers, community workers and. individuals needing concise factual material to implement their activities. Registration fee is $5 and covers lunch. Anyone wishing to attend must submit the fee to the Huron County Home Care Pro- gram, Box 458, Clinton, Ont. NOM 1LO. For further•'information, phone 482-3411. Boudria to speak at annual Federal Liberal dinner HOLMESVILLE - Don Boudria, Member of the Federal Parliament for Glengarry- Preseott-Russell, will be the guest speaker at the Huron -Bruce Federal Liberal Association Annual dinner meeting to be held at the Goderich Township hall on Nov. 20: Mr. Boudria, presently the Public Works and supply and Services critic for the of- ficial opposition, and the deputy critic of agriculture, also holds two other positions within Liberal Caucus; Chairman of the On- tario Liberal Caucus and Deputy Chairman of the Government Operations committee. Mr: Boudria has a reputation for his motivating speaking ability, and the local Association is very excited about his par- ticipation at the upcoming meeting. The Huron -Bruce Federal Liberal Association invites all those who May be in- terested in meeting"Mr'.- otit1rii" to' attend their annual meeting. Tickets are available by calling Goderich 524-7913, Clinton 482-9864, Seaforth 527-0171, Zurich 236-4945. I 3E READY FOR THE COLD WEfiTFIER!!! *Snowmobile Pre -Season Checks • Motorcycle Winterizing .ATV Cold Weather Tune-up CLINTON ENGINE SERVICE All work guormntaedl Limited Machank DROP Iti TOIMY 267 Victoria ({ldigcent to Minton Pluto Pdrts) Cllnton 43205322 FIRST... ® Starts Wednesday, oamber 5th to Saturday, November, 8th', '86 4 CCM Custom Tacks Anniversaey Reg. '184.99 Special Price 099 • CLIP 'ial • Special SAVE $20" OFF Reg. Pric with coupon Bauer Supreme Custo 1000 Junior Custom Tacks Reg. '104.99 Anniversary $6999 Special Price • Canadian 8001 Hockey Sticks Reg. '21.99 Anniversary Special Price 939 • All Remaining Hockey Sticks %1 0 OFF COMPUT!!!Z! YHO For as low as $0700 • • a month 64 . 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