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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-11-05, Page 11U 'N ABOUT With Martha nathburn 1 hope in the near future we will have our ' Rg tion Complex or whatever the new facilities will be called. In June 1974 I at- ten4a a meeting With about thirty concern- ed cit�' Z ens to discuss the proposed Recrea- tion .Qoz tplex. Hundreds of letters had been sent Out and advertising gave the reason, placend time. Thirty organizations has received special 4etterS regarding the subject. At the meeting some thirty people. were present, but Some organizations were not even represented.'Many just couldn't attend and others forgot. A few people thoroughly dieetr4,ed the many ideas, questions and recommendations. This complex was not, to be just a sports complex. In November of '74 a goodly number attended another meeting regar- ding the above. The Lions Club was very en- thusiastic towards the issue and were ready to help with the necessary fund raising. Other clubs agreed that for a fast growing community the complex should be started as soon as possible. All agreed that a pool, and another sheet of ice was badly needed all year round. So a building with sufficient space for meeting rooms, workshops with facilities for art and crafts and other things - a place where young and older could con- gregate should not be a dream but a reality. There were so many wonderful ideas that could have been crowded into this complex. Discussion of building sites brought out the fact that there were many good lots right in the middle of the town being wasted. Agriculture Park is within the reach of everyone yet .i t was being used a few times a month by race fans when there wasn't even decent parking for them, and I believe the attendance gradually dropped off. Kincardine, at that time, was working on the same idea and already raising funds. Kincardine did complete their facility and ours went by the board. What happened was a big blow to those who really tried to have roller skating year round, besides the winter ice skating. There would be work areas as well as play areas for Senior Citizens. For the young, a health centre along with the pool was planned. In kautiv,strun The 1st Kingsbridge Beavers held their Investiture night at St. Joseph's School in Kingsbridge on October 30. The members are, back row, from left, Drew Black, Stewart Hackett, Rupert Chilton, Beau Reigling and Patrick Dalton. Front row, Bobby Simpson, Nathan Ferguson, Domenic Ritgen, Derek Moran, Jason Walden and Benedict Ritgen. ( Alan Rivett photo) The Investiture night for the 1st Kingsbridge Cubs was held at St. Joseph's School in Kingsbridge on October 30. The Cubs are, back row, from left, Leaders Tom Hogan and Lawrence Hogan. Middle row, Jay Reigling, Dennis Hogan, Danny McLennan, Dennis Black, Jack Chisholm, Robbie Grubb. Front row, Joey Grubb, Constantine Ritgen, Doug Barger, Greg Cook, Chris Hogan and Ken Chambers. (Alan Rivett photo) the work areas expensive things such as a kiln in the pottery facilities and a large loom for lessons on weaving was taken for granted. Oh, our ideas were great - but what happened? I hope the new board will look back and find what happened to kill this enthusiasm . and will be able.to carry out their plans for a much needed facility. God bless! Since I have had my paintings at Suncoast Mall, I have seen almost everyone I know besides many nice folk that I don't know. I have seen Mrs. Jack MacLaren several times in the mall and today I happened on a news sheet of Nov. 2, 1972. Mr. MacLaren was featured in this edition for the musical "What's Ver "Fancy". Favorite songs of years ago made a hit with everyone, songs like "Wouldn't it be Loverly", "Get me to the Church on time", and "I Could Have Danced All Night", and many others. Some of your songsters were Jean Knight, Madeline Edwards, Lee McCallum, Elizabeth McMillan, and even the Mayor of • Clinton, Don Dymons, Keith Stokes of Blyth' and our own Bill Cochrane sang the above' songs. Jack MacLaren, with the company, performed some First World War songs and explained their background. This was a terrific show for hundreds to remember. I'd like to see it again!! Don't forget there's a play at the Livery Theatre this week. Enjoy it.., Auburn woman has visitor ... • from page 10 and Lawrence EN'S INSTITUTE The regular meting of the Women's In- stitute was held at the Memorial Hall on Oct. 21. Mrs. Len Archambault the president, presided for the meeting. The topic was Agriculture and Canadian Industry. The convenors were Mrs. Lloyd Barth and Mrs. Emerson Rodger. The guest speaker was Mr. Norman Alex- ander, of Londesbgro. He gave out five challenges. The same are on file and a copy will be sent to the district level. His main concern is "Weed Seed" sold. in bird seed and also erosion control. He thanked the Women's Institute for their work. Adelaide Hoodless was an example how one person could go out and change the world. He is nappy to see Agriculture being put back into the class room by the Women's Institute members. Mrs. Don Haines gave a humorous bingo contest and the winner was Mrs. Tom Lawrence. Thank you notes were read from Christian Blind Mission International and from Lady Diana Nursery School. Letters were read from the Huron Day Centre for the Home- bound, Clinton Ontario and also that they need volunteer drivers. They would prefer the driver to bring a carload and stay the day 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and help. They pay 22 cents a km. • Motions were made to' send 'd'onations to Homebound and the Auburn Community Hall. Reports were given by Mrs. Len Archam- bault and Mrs. Lawrence Plaetzer who at- tended the Rally at Walton. Marjorie McDougall gave the report on the London -141474 1 Waterloo, Ont. *Hairstyling 't. •Barbering •Ear Piercing *Make-up 55 Erb St. East 886-6305 38 Victoria St'. N., Goderich at Westside Auto Body 524-8030 *Automotive, Van and Truck Interiors & 'Repairs [Custom, Original, Antique] •Winter Fronts & Bug Screens •Convertible Tops *Complete .Boat Tops, Seats and Covers • *Antique furniture •Tent Trailer Canvas Repair and Replacement •Snowmobile Seats & Cover's Winter Storage Space Available 15 YRS. EXPERIENCE Mie (Jirt�tma� 1. • is waiting for you with a visit to lilin street +� ttuftElb it's not too early to start your Christmas shopping...Come see us! Unique specialty shops...gifts...crafts...fashions...antiques... fine dining...it's all in Bayfield. These Main Street Stores are open now till Christmas GEORGE'S GIFT SHOP Open Thursday to Sunday PIZZA PALACE RESTAURANT Open daily RAYFIELD COUNTRY STORE Open daily except Monday & Tuesday THE RED PUMP GIFT SHOP. TIMES & PLACES AND BOUTIQUE Open daily except Monday & Tuesday Open Thursday tat Sunday THE SUN ROOM THE VILLAGE GUILD Open Wednesday < o Sunday Open daily except Monday Come for -the day..,you enjoyed it in the summer `YOU'LL LOVE IT IN TI FALLS HANDKNITS by FRANCES Open daily except Monday & Tuesday THE CROFT Open Saturday and Sundays - weekdays by chance THE LITTLE INN Open daily Conference. Card Report was given by Mrs. Lillian Letherland. Hostesses were Mrs. Don Haines, Mrs. Emerson Rodger and Mrs. Isabel Turner. 4-H NEWS' The "Auburn Milk Mates" held a meeting on Oct. 20 at the home of Rosemary Kibble. The club's president; Tanya-Boomstoppel, opened meeting four with the 4-H Pledge before Anita Gross, club's secretary, read the minutes from meeting three. Meeting four's topic was cultured dairy products such as yogurt, buttermilk, sour cream, cot- tage cheese and butter. Meeting 5 was also held on Oct. 20, and the topic was ice cream. The club learned the history of ice cream, as well as tips for buy- ing ice cream. Members discussed achievement night which is on Nov. 26, then enjoyed eating wholewheat yogurt pancakes with maple butter and fruit smoothy buy old floor... when you buy a new one. Armstrong will pay you $3 a square yard for your tired old floor when you buy a brand- new Armstrong no -wax floor! You don't need to bring your old floor to our store. Just bring us the measurements, and you'll get $3 a square yard trade-in allowance on an Armstrong Solarian N Supreme, Designer Solarian, Designer Solarian II, Regal Candide", or Candide floor (minimum purchase 15 sq. yds.; maximum rebate $150). Stop in soon for all the details. This trade-in allowance is available only on purchases between November 1 and November 29. 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