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Home My WebLink AboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1984-07-04, Page 16( PAQE,,16 --GODER1Ck1 SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 1984 • y • \ DISTRICT NEWS Annual Memorial service held in Auburn The 58th Annual Memorial_ Service of Ball's cemetery was held last Stiaday in the Church on the grounds with Mr. Gary Shut- tleworth of Knox United Church in charge. The organist was Mrs. Gordon Gross. Registration was in the charge of Ernest Durnin and Charles Adams. Mrs. Greg Park and Mr. Jake Middlecamp sang the duet, "Unto the hills around dceI lift up my long- ing eyes." Mr. Gary Shuttleworth gave an inspiring • message on the theme — What happens after Death. The offering was received by Charles Adams and Gordon Dobie. Those laid to rest during 1983 were Elmer Andrew Isaac 'Keller, Douglas Floyd Rice, Wilfred Ross Sanderson, Carmen Fredeck Shultz, Robert Borden Turner, Miss Wilhelmina Wagner and Robert Harold Vodden. After the service all went , to the new pillars at the western entrance where Mr. Shuttleworth dedicated them in loving memory of Norman Foster Wright, placed by his wife Ida, his brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends were present from Mitchell, Toronto, Blyth, Newmarket, These St. Mary's students won awards as reporters of the year, based on reports on school activities they sent in during the past school year to the Signal -Star. In third place was Sherry Hogan, left; second went to Paula Desjardins, middle; and Jamie Dick won a trophy for first place. (photo byDarrell Kloeze) • - Goderich history deals with salt and ships Isn't it great to be celebrating another bit, of Centennial? You,gan't ignore it - we are older too! I recall vividly our exciting 1967. It was my first involvement with such an event and if made a big iinpression. I was introduced to so much history in .that one year that I have a hard time recalling happenings previous to that year. I don't recall where I dug up the following info but it bears repeating for the non -natives in Goderich. The writer had started with "Speaking of salt — back in 1866 I was introduced to Samuel Platt - a principal holder in it. From Goderich we passed over to the 'Salt Works' by a massive Howtruss bridge. Entering the building - (and this is where I get lost) we were confronted by two furnaces at the ends of two blocks on which were seated the ket- • tles - about two feet apart. • "The 'blocks' ran parallel with each other the whole length of the building - each block containing 52 kettles. Opposite the furnaces were elevated two enormous tanks contain- ing 44,000 gallons of brine and I was surpris- ed by how rapidly salt was being made. "The crystals formed on top of the brine and. at once sank to the bottom of the kettle. Men ran along the top of the block and ladl- d it out with a shovel into the kettles again. When a basket was filled the salt was . thrown into large bins and later into barrels. - "They evaporate about one thousand gallons in twenty-four hours and make up from one hundred to one *hundred and ten barrels. ,The salt costs them about 70 cents per barrel of 280 lbs. (including the barrel ) and sold for $1.65 F.O.B. "Much credit is due Mr. Platt in foretell- ing they would strike salt when searching for oil in that location, a conclusion from the fact that salt was plentifufon the opposite shore (Goderich)and he had learned frOm the Indians a salt spring had flowed there," Although later Goderich. really went ahead in the business, Saltford as we know it did not fade a*ay as many predicted. Beek in '69 I wrote "I believed SaltforTrvill once again become beautiful - and now just look • at the way it is growing! Perhaps I was a dreamer but Saltford folk are proud of their beginings and will become a big name again. Ever wonder if you're paying too much for car insurance? Ask one of your neighbors about State FarM's low rates and fast, dependable service Then give me a call. BHI Barwick -AGENT 38-B Kingston St. • Goderich 524 7551 state Farm Mutual' - Automobile insurance company Canadian Head Office Scarborough Ontario Welland, Guelph and the surrounding towns and villages. AUBURN Eleanor lir 13/a8-758et On June 29th, 16 members of the Knox United Church choir, their leaders and five guests held their year-end picnic at Four Seasons Camp. Two teams led by Lori Arm- strong and Anita Gross, competed in '4 spirited soccer game refereed by Mrs. Gary Shuttleworth. Also enjoyed were two LLD- promptu plays and various relay games Mrs. Bernice Gross and Mrs. Karen Webster were in charge of the camp fire. A presentation was made to the leaders by Karen Bakker on behalf of the choir members. This party was made possible by the generosity of Knox United Church Women and Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Glenn owners of the Four Seasons. Camp. Choir practices will resume again in September. Knox United Church Sunday school com- pleted their year with picnic held by in- dividual classes on June 24. In spite of the heavy rain the previous evening, races, games and a ball game were enjoyed. Although no classes will be held until September 9th, the Sunday school members will be gathering at the church at 9:30 a.m. on July 25 for a pop bottle drive. This event is being held to raise funds for the support of foster child, Danny, inklaiti. Social News Mrs. Brian Walton Of Milton, Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Walton of Kincardine and Mr. and Mr. Ian Adair of Belfast, Ireland visited last week with Mrs. Frances Clark. Mrs. Dorothy Grange, and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Worsen and Grahani were in London last weekend and attended the wedding of Jennifer Dale Grange to Timothy Elliott Avery. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Chamney and Patrick of Ottawa visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. Bud Chamney and other members of his family last weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Haines recently visited in Niagara Falls with their son Ed, Mrs. Haines, Rachel and David. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley McNall of Welland care visiting this week with Mrs. Thomas Johnston and Miss Laura Phillips. Mr. and Mrs. ,Harold Nicholson of Seaforth visited on Sunday with Mrs: Eleanor Bradnock and Mrs. Tena Empey. ownship to distribute bumper stickers BY ELAINE TOWNSHEND Ernest Durnin is superintendent and Mrs. At the June meeting of the Goderich Bess Slater is ecretary-treasurer. Elliott Township 1-5-0 committee, Chairman Gerry Lapp is chairman of the Trustee Board. Ginn presented the bumper stickers that are Other members are Thomas Jardin, being distributed to township residents to Charles Adams, Gordon Dobie,'Dennis-Pe9- , publicize the upcoming sesquicentennial found and Donald Sprung. year. • The June meeting of the Auburn Knox Residents can spread the message that United Church Women was held in the Sun- 1985, is going to be a- very special year in day school room of the church on ,Tuesday Goderich Township simply by attaching the evening June 26th at 8 p.m: Mrs. Ernest stickers to their cars, trucks, vans, Durnin 'opened the meeting with the call to campers. Who knows how far the message worshipand the hymn, Lord I want to be a • will travel this summer! Christian with Mrs. Marjorie McDougall as Dave Hemingway, Chairman of the pianist. The scripture lesson was read by publicity committee, announced; that Mrs. Oliver Anderson followed byPrayer by, placemats are being designed and will be , Mrs. Ernest Durnin. offered to . area restaurants and halls as Various life episodes on "How -to be a another means of reminding local people Christian", 'weregiven by Mrs. Donald andvisitors of the 150th anniversary. Yung, MrS. Ernest Durnin, Mrs. Marjorie Stan McElwain reported that the Goderich McDougall and Mrs. Greg park: Mrs. Oliver Township 1-5-0 sign had,,appeared in Anderson explained how Christian living Clinton's Klompen Feest anSpring Fair helped in these lives. Miss Anita Gross Parades, and was also part of a Bicentennial favoured with a lovely 'piano solo and the of- fering was received by. Mrs. Tom. Lawlor and Mrs. Oliver -Anderson. Miss Betty Marsh^ introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Shirley Keller of Goderich. Her topic was- What's a woman to do? She h I ate spoke about womanbeing a man's e pm and that they work together. A woman is particularly important in the rearing of children through the -early years of'life. Mrs. Keller stated that she believes that women are speaking out enough concerning tbe wrongs in this world. She said that we must try to correct these wrongs, that the Bible should be read more and that everyone should use their talents for the glorypf God.. • Mrs. Dorothy Grange thanked Mrs. Keller for her most inspiring and thought- provoking speech. The hymn, 'rake My Life and Let it Be was sung and the Meeting was turned over to the president, Mrs. Donald Haines. She opened with prayer. Secretary Mrs. Elliott Lapp and treasurer, Mrs. Oliver Anderson, gave their reports. The report. of the, card committee was given by Mrs. Tom Jardin and recent letters of appreciation were read. Rev. Richard Hawley will be' here on Aiigust.127md lunch will be served afterwards. Unit I members will be respon- sible for'squares and Unit 2 will bring sand- wiches. Donations are to be given .to Mrs. Bess Slater for her excellent work in the ceramic show and to the summer Bible . school. • The U.C.W. will serve cookies and freshie at the school. Mrs. Greg Park and Mrs. Marjorie McDougall may attend Alma College in August. Mrs. La wrence"Plaetzer • gave a report an repairing the Sunday school chairs. This will be discussed with the Board of Trustees. Mrs. Donald Haines closed the meeting. with prayer. Grace was sung and a delicious lunch served by Unit I and a social half hour enjoyed. Anotner favorite bit of history lies with the great chainseand anchors we are so proud of. They really make a . great shOwing everywhere they are.used - and are really outstanding in the harbour area. In 1969, Nellie Redditt wrote about the large anchors and iron cables reminding us • of the days of the schooners, fishing vessels arid tugs that plied busily • in and out of Goderich harbour. Over half a century ago the "Sephie" a trim, three masted sailing vessel - schooner type; was built by William Marlton when he was about age twenty. • The Sephie, one of the fastest- and best looking schooners on Lake. Huron was caught during a bad storm trying to enter the harbour. She had missed, the piers and was weathering her way in and had to drop, her anchors to keep from drifting onto the beach. As soon as enough canvas was spread she managed to reach deep water. Later the Sephie was sold for coastal service during the First World War - and nothing since has been heard of the ship. Ship Island in the back end of our harbour was quite a busy place. This is where Wm, Marlow built many of his ships and they made hirn quite famous. He died about 1921, the end of an interesting era. After the Sephie dropped her anchors a great many had searched for them, to no avail. Years later, about 1968, Capt. Bert McDonald happened to spot them some distance out of the harbour and later salvag- ed about six tons of anchor and cable. They have since guarded the Cannon Bank and Anchor Bank of Lighthouse Point. The precipice all along there is very dangerous. Somewhere around 1967-69 or so it was understood the Town -Council considered placing the names of,captains who had Akin- pered out of Port of Goderich. Old timers, of which there are very few now, still recall the schooner days and passenger steamers' calling twice a week. Wouldn't it be wonderful if some of the Tall Ships could come here now? I am enjOying all the excitement and glad to be home. Love, Martha It is now possible to custom -tailor a ration for each horse's specific needs With AT OMOLENE 100 0114.ENE 200 OMOLENE 300 r1 s New Hof se F" pod 1.,opup NOW AVAILABLE DURST FARM CENTRE 275 HURON ST. (HWY. 8 WEST) CLINTON 432-7706 FOR Purina RESULTS E10170M LINE j Parade in Goderich. • Carol .Penhale September 1, 1984. Until December 1, 1984, volunteered to enter the sign in Hensall's the cost will be only $20 per copy. After Centennial parade. A suggestion was made December 1, 1984, the cost will be $2,5 - still a to try to find an unique tractor to enter in bargain for a book that will become a family future parades along with the sign. keepsake. Anyone who wishes to purchase a Bill Lobb, head of the 1-5-0 parade book should contact Mrs. Charles Orr-R.R. committee, mentioned that his team - is 2 Goderich, N7A 3X8, 524-7032. ready to swing into action when the time • In 1985, a second book, focusing on comes to organize Goderich Township's own township families, will be released. Mrs. parade during the sesquicentennial Donald Lobb, R.R. 2 Clinton, NOM ILO, 482- celebration weekend - July 17 to 21, 1985. 7167, is gathering material for Vol. II. Chairperson of the history committee, Anyone who would like to submit a brief Alison Lobb, reported the history book history of their family, must have the information ; had been delivered to the information to her by the fall of 1984. printer. "Township of Goderich History, Chairman Ginn urged committee Vol. I" will he available by December 1, members to spread the word that anyone 1984. who would like to be involved in planning Treasurer Bev Orr, who is handling book Goderich Township's 1-5-0 celebrations, orders, noted that 130 copies have been sold. including sporting activities, is welcome. • Anyone who resides or owns land in Meetings are, held on the second Wednesday Goderich Township in 1984 may have their Of every month at 8:30 p.m. in Goderich names listed among the patrons of the Tol4nship Commtmity Centre; Holmesville. history bobk, if they order their copy before Next meeting is July 11: • • IRO • • • • • • • 40'.• 0 411,40 • • • • • IDA • • • • • • • • • •411 • • • • • • • • MER SAVINGS!! • WHITE GRANULATED 2 SUGAR P 9.9 WHITE SWAN 200's • TACIAL TISSUE 894 • HABITANT 28 FL.OL 99, :1;LEZE,FACitiiiivt • CORN - 59 4 For Summer Fun in the Sun at the *Beach •GOIT Course • Tennis Court may we suggest.. 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