HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-05-06, Page 11CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 1987—Page 11
National Book Week brings writers to local libraries...
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when author, Dennis Jones, provided a
delightful backstage version of the whys and
wherefores of writing novels on espionage.
In 4a relaxed and dryly humorous fashion
he :first explained how he had started
bectse of an interest in politics, economics
and military weapons. He stressed the im-
portfince of studying market trends and
addptjng writing to the type of material that
peotile want, to read - as opposed to what
authors might want to write.
From then on he described the procedures
witlt regard to publishers and agents,
cor4tracts and payments, stressing
the'fpct that writing for a living, which at
the Moment he did on only a part time basis,
meant being aware of all the practical and
commercial aspects. He recommended
reference to a publication called Writers
Market and mentioned the dearth of
publishers in Canada compared with the US.
Another interesting facet of writing about
espionage, especially when military action
was involved, was the need for considerable
research in order to authenticate the
background, and he gave as an example, the
vital importance in one of his stories of the
character having to make a telephone call
from a public call box in the USSR, and
therefore requiring the right coins. This in-
formation had been available in a tourist
booklet.
He referred to books already published -
Rubicon One, Russian Spring and Bar-
barossa Red and announced that a new one
Winter Palace would be on sale in the spr-
ing. He then went on to describe the impor-
tance of the agent's role in finding suitable
markets, negotiating terms in the best in-
terests of the writer, (and incidentally the
agent), and the interesting developments,
especially when a book was translated into
other languages, and amused the audience
by expressing his feelings when confronted
by a Turkish version.
He concluded by pointing out that
discipline and hard work was required
together with craftsmanship in developing a
plot and initiating action.
Asked about his reactions to reviews he
said it was difficult to assess, since a small
newspaper might be adverse in criticism
while a widely read publication might be en-
thusiastic, or vice versa, but the volume of
sales and redistribution was the real assess-
ment of success.
Then, on May 1, Bayfield Branch Library
welcomed Anne Chislett, award winning
playwright. Her plays which had been pro-
duced at Blyth were familiar to many of
those present.
She began her presentation by reading an
extract from Quiet in the Land a play based
on the conflicts in a Mennonite community
during the first World War, which reflected
the attitudes of the immigrants against a
Canadian background, their religious
ideology and the changes in society.
The next extract she read was from
Another Season's Promise. This had a more
topical theme in that it addressed the situa-
tion of farmers, the economic problems with
which they were confronted as well as fami-
ly conflict between generations, their expec-
tations and values. Her most recent play
Half A Chance, she said, had been sparked
off by reading about current protests
relative to political activity in a University
and environmental pollution.
Following the readings Ms. Chislett
discussed the techniques relative to play
writing such as condensation of dialogue to
stress a point, the importance of direction
and the ways in which individual actors in-
terpreted their roles.
Answering questions from her audience
she explained the research required, as for
example, the Mennonite background. It was
necessary, she said, to edit and re-edit a
manuscript many times in order to achieve
the desired results and capture the essence
of the theme. With regard to plot and sub
plots and characters, these had to be com-
bined to provide culmination at a particular
time.
Questioned on her reaction to reviews she
admitted that they could affect the success
of a production, and she also felt that au-
dience response contributed. With regard to
plots and themes, she said, that one had to
bear in mind the ways in which these might
appeal to investors since the financial
aspects could not be ignored, and tried and
proven themes tended to take priority over
more venturesome and innovative works.
Success, too, depended on the milieu, the
type of audience, the size of the theatre and
marketing expertise.
Recreation Prize Winners
When Bayfield Recreation Committee
met on April 27 the winners in the 1986-87
draw were announced. The regular $50 went
to Herb Gale and the special prizes of $50,
$100 and $200 were won by Pat and Ron
Reder, Canadian Imperial Bank of Com-
merce, Goderich, and David Johnston
respectively. Tickets are now available
from members of the committee for the
'87/88 draw.
There is a chance of a $50 prize every
month until April 1988 when there is always
the possibility of one of the special prizes.
The proceeds of the Teen Dance held on
April 16 provided funds towards the new
lights at the ball diamond.
It was also announced that to date, some
46 children have registered for the ball
teams.
Helen's article draws attention...
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1837, Mr. Hitchins captured the feeling of
that time in his rendering of a popular
ballad which extolled the loyalty of the
defenders of British rule. He described in
some detail the appalling conditions to
which rebel prisoners were subject and
made mention of
Diemen's land, a
Australia.
At the conclusion
Mr. and Mrs. Jack
special slide show,
deportation to Van
penal settlement in
of Mr. Hitchins' talk,
Willock presented the
a project of LACAC,
which had been prepared for the Heritage
Day celebration in February.
Health Clinic
Just a reminder, that the health clinic will
be in Bayfield at the municipal building on
May 12.
Creative needle craft selects name
HOLMESVILLE - The first official
meeting of Creative Needle Club began, (on
a monthly basis every fourth Tuesday of the
month) on April 28 at Goderich Township
Hall.
After a scramble of activity for registra-
tions for guests and membership, the
meeting began with 33 people attending.
They came from Bornholm, Clinton, Dublin,
Exeter, Goderich, Seaforth and Wingham
and others - already a good cross section of
the community.
Laurie Broadfoot volunteered to be
secretary president, Audrey Middleton,
welcomed everyone, and invited anyone still
unfamiliar with the club's purpose and goals
to read them from the charts posted on the
wall - a recap of the earlier information
meeting.
She then introduced the owners who
masterminded the club in London only a
year ago, Anne Perron and Rozina Kerr.
A professional team, the two ladies pro-
vided some stimulating ideas for new
techniques for home sewers. Anne
demonstrated machine charted embroidery
while Rozena demonstarted the uses of
several new sewing aids, ie. reusable iron
on plastic, seam saver webbing, new ideas
with beas tape makers, several new sewing
books etc.
To distinguish the local club from the ever
increasing other branch club, a special
name and color was discussed. This was
conducted by Ina Fisher. The result: the
name is now Bluewater Creative Needle
Club and their color is bluewater.
Anne Gornall offered to make special
name tags for the members. She acted as
club registrar for the evening, as well.
Olive and Olga Bell plus Marie Collins
took turns on the guest registration desk.
Next month's meeting will feature a
travelling trunk show plus additions.
Everyone likes a fashion show - more about
that later.
In June the club plans to have Jane
Nuegge showing scarf tying skills plus Olive
Bell's mother, Mrs. Salichtuk, to show rug
hooking projects.
Friends are welcorhe to join us on May 26.
Holmesville United prepares for baptisms
By Blanche Deeves
HOLMESVILLE - Worship service was
held in Holmesville United Church on May 3
with Rev. James Bechtel officiating. He
spoke to the children on "Not doing as you
are told" before going to classes. Scott Park
and Tom Lobb received the offering.
Next Sunday will be Baptism.
Sympathy is extended to the Lobb
families on the loss of Hugh Lobb.
The ladies of Holmesville Church were
kept busy. Sunday serving the lunch to the
friends and family following the funeral of
Hugh Lobb.
The UCW of Holmesville United Church
will meet May 12 at 2 p.m. There will be an
auction sale.
Enterprising Services meet May 7 at 8
p.m. in the community centre in
Holmesville.
Happy birthday sung during service
By Blanche Deeves
MIDDLETON - Holy Communion was
celebrated in St.Jame's Middleton Anglican
Church on May 3 with Rev. Aubrey Bell of-
ficiating. During the service, Happy Birth-
day was sung to Little Holly Reder. Edward
Deeves received the offering.
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church. If you have never been to one of
these weekends, a treat awaits. Come and
enjoy the friendship and fellowship.
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Blossom Ham Dinner May 13 - with two set-
tings, 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The cost is $6.50
for adults and children under 12 $3. There
are just a few tickets left.
Organizers are hoping the Apple
Blossoms will be out by then for everyone to
see and smell.
ACW News
The ACW of St. ,James will meet for their
May meeting in the church hall. Leaders are
Estell Wise, Vera Miller, Delores Duta,t. The
date is May 14 at 8 p.m. Please bring ar-
ticles for the auction.
On May 17 the Great ('hapter meets in
Wingham Delegates, alternates, wardens.
treasurer should take note.
Card Results
The last card party until the fall was held
in St..Jame's Middleton April 27 with eight
tables in play. Lois Wise welcomed
everyone and gave the rules. The winners
were ladies' high, Irma Crich: men's high,
Frank Thompson; ladies' low, Verna Gibb-
ings; men's low, Dennis Thompson: ladies'
lone hands, Mary Trick; men's lone hands,
Bill Gibhings. Turn to page 12
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