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Home My WebLink AboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1983-08-31, Page 15Pointing to a fossil is Paul Cornfield of the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). He was in Goderich last week with the museum -mobile which contained fossils from the museum's display. Cornfield takes the mobile around Southern Ontario during the summer. (photo by Anna Narcjko ) Mobile visits Goderich The liuyal Ontario MUsc'(1cn Itt )M ) had its muse ui0 nwhile in Goderich at the Pioneer Museum on August '2.i - 21 to show the public the flit !erent types of fossil•,. Ac'c'ording to Paul' Corn- field. teacher and in- terim t e r on the fossil mubi;o• the mobiles have been i the ROM program fur 1ti years. i The other mobil) is called Man in Ontn' :incl deals with ar- cheologY.1 the bus, or mobile, is divided into three sections. The front of the bus shows the oldest fossils, most of which are found near Thunder Bay and are called stromatolites. They are microscopic bacteria and algae. Also at the front is a map that shows where the fossils are discovered. The middle section is divided into three areas as well. This section shows the different time spans that the ancient forms of animals and plant rocks were found. The specimens range from 500- 365 million -years -old. The rear of the mobile has specimens from the ice age as well as a coral display that reads "the fossils of tomorrow." ROM takes the moble around Southern Ontario in the summer to museums, art galleries, libraries and parks. In the spring and fall they visit schools. GODERICH SIGNALSTAR, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31 1983—PAGE 15 Iastitijte holds picnicrneeting at Harbor P rk Tiger Dunlop Women's Institute gathered at Harbor Park for their August picnic - meeting on Thursday, August 25 at 1:30 p.m. There was a fair attendance and due to the absence of the president, Mrs. R, Buchanan, the first vice- president, Mrs. E. Sherwood acted and opened the meeting, welcoming all who then repeated the Mary Stewart Collect. Minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Mrs. A. Stoll and .cosr:espondence ..was . at- tended to, - including a thankyou from Mrs. Phyllis Wilson; and an invitation to Dungannon Women's Institute meeting this Thursday, September 1 at 8:30 p.m. in the United Church basement. Information was read regarding a Wise Money Management short course workshop to be held Sep- tember 14 and 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Goderich Township Hall, Holmesville. Registration is necessary. Information was also read on Miller's Barn quilting and craft classes for the Fall of '83 and brochures were distributed from 'I'm Proud to be Me' Travel Inc. of Willowdale on many trips available this fall in Canada, Great Britain, Bermuda, Colonial Williamsburg and several other places. The Institute is pleased to have two ladies whd' are interested m leading the next 4-H project, 'Looking Great and Feeling Great'. Mrs. Helen Riehl will be in charge (524-8143) With Mrs. Sharon Edward as her assistant (524-7655) . Those wishing to take this project, please contact either one of these ladies promptly so they can obtain books and supplies. The next WI meeting will be Thursday, September 22 in Colborne Township Hall. Education and Cultural Affairs will be the topic with Mrs. E. Sherwood and Mrs. E. Bogie in charge. ANOTHER GODERICH FAMILY... Discover?o ivina 3 Mr. & Mrs. Brad Otterbein and family receive the keys to their new home at 13 Suncoast Drive in Goderich. Presenting the keys is their Royal Homes representative Scott Morrison. Mr. Otterbein said,... "THE ROYAL ADVANTAGES AND CUSTOM DESIGN MADE OUR CHOICE OBVIOUS." THE OTTERBEIN'S NEW HOME ':err•..,; r„f%�5`• • �.'• ROYAL HOMES LIMITED ED oyal hoice HEAD OFFICE: BOX 370, WINGI1AM, ONTARIO NOG 2W0 PHONE (518) 357-2444 COLBORNE CORNER ®ertrurie K&Uireg®15104®150713 The business being con- cluded, the meeting ad- journed and members en- joyed a few contests, two of which were conducted by Mrs. Sherwood's grand- children and provided considerab''le, amuse merit with winners being 1Vrs. Henry Brindley, Mrs. R. Brock and Mrs. Ila Bean. .Those present then en- joyed an appetizing pot -luck lunch and took a serving to one of their members, Mrs. Marguerite Horton, who is not enjoying the best of health at present, and also paid her a friendly visit. Social News The community is pleased to announce that Terence Hunter, who has been a patient in Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, has returned home and is con- valescing. His many friends wig him improved helath. Guests with Mr. and Mrs. R. Buchanan last week were Mrs. Buchanan's two brothers, George Jacques and his wife from Compton, Quebec and Jean Marc Jacques and his wife from Asbestos, Quebec. Congratulations to Andrea Smith of R.R. 6 Goderich who received the Grand Champion Female trophy donated by Howson and Howson Ltd. of Blyth for her 4-11 rheifer at the very ,suc- ressful Dui:gaiuwn Fair held recently. Country Fair It's nearing Christmas Country Fair time again. The fair is a great place to visit whether you give many Christmas gifts and find it an ideal place to buy that special something; or are looking for new ideas for yourself ; wanting to stock up on vegetables, honey and apples for fall and winter; or simply enjoy a day's outing. The dates for the fair this year are Wednesday, October 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m,; Saturday, October 22 from 14 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, October 23 from noon until 6 p.m. When this fair com- menced, it was operated by a group from Colborne Township who were in- terested in crafts. It was a way to bring their crafts and home baking to the public's attention. For the past 17 years, the fair has met with con- siderable success, attracting people from far and wide. Under the leadership of Mrs. Wilmer Hardy with a the co- operation of her husband and a group of interested people, much has been done to improve the fair over the years and many people have hnnafittc.,i from it BUSHES WANTED Buying Bush lots or Selected Tress. Fre. Estimates. Top Cash Prices. CRAIG HARDWOODS LTD. - AUBURN Bill Craig 526-7220 AI Craig 526-7512 The time has come however when the organization of the fair has proven too big an un- dertaking and Mrs. Hardy and her executive have to close their books for another group to carry on. The executive has decided to give the balance they had on hand, totalling $534.13, to the Intensive Care Unit of Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich. It is hoped that many in the community will benefit from this splendid gesture. • fI!his. year's fair is being sponsored by. the Blue Water Chapter No. 284, Order of the Eastern Star, Goderich. They hope to carry on much the same and should have an excellent display again this year. Every week until the fair, a craftsman will be featured in this column. This week is devoted to Creative Mirrors, unique mirrors with a difference by Doug Chamney of Auburn. Also on display and for sale at the fair will be but- terfly pictures made from real butterflies, their beauty preserved and mounted in decorative settings, by Judy Fowler of St. Thomas ( Saturday and Sunday only). %tart thinking of the Country Fair now. It will be held in Saltford Valley Hall, I.2 km. north of Goderich. i GUARANTEED INVESTMENT CERTIFICATES BEST INTEREST 1 Z 3/4 % 5 year annual *Subject to change Agent for o number of Trust Companies. Other terms and Rates available on request. 524-2431 524-2966 JIM BISSET Goderich GUARDIAN® DRUGS VALUE TODAY FOR A HEALTHY TOMORROW Th ENTER GUARDIAN° DRUGS G ETAWAY GIVEAWAY” Y" TODAY! Up :to S18,000 In Prizes To Be: \Given Away! You Could Be a Lucky Winner of: One of two 1934 Chevrolet Chevettes Approximate Retail Value $6500.00 A trip for 2 to the Caribbean Approximate Retail Value $3,000.00 NOT EXACTLY AS SHOWN Details at participating GuardianR Drug Stores. A Bic "Dufour Wing" Sailboard Approximate Retail Value $2,000.00 HI -DRI CAN CAN COLOURS Paper Towels One Size Pantyhose 'Ni -1h3 HUMPTY DUMPTY Potato Chips 200 g B IC Lighters, 2's B IC Pens, 5's B IC Shavers, 7's Certification and Trademarks of Drug Trading Company Limited, Toronto, Canada. Prices In effect until September 10, 1983 or while quantities last. Due to space limitations and availability at time of sale. Items shote may not be available at all locations. We serve the right to limit quantities. FOR BACK TO SCHOOL NAKAMURA PHARMACY 397 RAYFIELD ROAD, GODERICH 524®2195 CLOSED LABOUR DAY, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 ' 9