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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1987-08-12, Page 161 PAGE 2A --GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12. 1987 Jack Riddell Committee Rooms Clinton - 9 Rattenbury Street 482-3007 Wingham - 414 Josephine Street, North 357-1140 Exeter - 592 Main Street, South 235-1544 Goderich - 36 Newgate Street 524-5336 Seat'orth - 55 Main Street 527-2202 ' !'()\.t)Idl.l) RN 1111•. Ilt RO1 I'RO1 I!('1A.1: I.IBER:U. ASSl)('IA 1 ION ANNIVERSARY SALE Summer savings are yours when you shop at Sunset Save 20% and More on all new equipment and clothing Eat': $1:00' purchase wit I� eens fee good anyt r 34%stings on your pu Choose from a good selection of: *Golf Shoes *Shirts •Sweaters •Jackets •Golf Balis •Gloves •New & Used Clubs •Carts •Bags •Accessories and much more GODERICH SUNSET GOLF CLUB AND 1 DRIVING RANGE Hwy. 21 - 3 miles north of Goderich44/ Feature Sisters reunited after 30 years BY LOU -ANN HOPE Visiting Niagara Falls and meeting a 'Mountie' were the top two priorities on Alice Harrison's list as she prepared to visit Canada for the first time. But that isn't all she was looking forward to. Joined by two of her sisters, Eileen McMaster and Greta Grayson, all of England, this trip to Canada would also mark the first time all five Shane sisters had been together in one place at the same time. Two other sisters, Isabelle Rittinger and Della Shuh, had emigrated to Canada almost 30 years ago. The five Shane sisters and their two brothers had lived in Belfast, Northern Ireland until Della and Isabelle decided to emigrate to Canada. From that one-way trip made long ago, the sisters have not been together although they have kept in touch with letters and the odd telephone call. On July 29, Alice, Eileen and Greta departed Manchester, England, on their way to Canada to join Isabelle and Della for three weeks of reminiscing, visiting and seeing the sights of Ontario. Their ar- rival in Toronto marked the first time they had all been together in the past 30 years. EMIGRATING TO CANADA Della. and Isabelle arrived in Canada almost at the same time. "Della and her husband and family had decided to come to Canada so I thought I would come also. I wouldn't have done,it on my own but since she was coming I decided to come," Isabelle said. "They were held up with papers but of- ficials sais since there v)las nothing stopp- ing me and I had a skill,Miould go ahead. So I came on my own to Toronto," she add- ed. She stayed there for three months until she was joined by her sister and family. They then moved to Kitchener. Since that time, Isabelle married and she and her husband, Glenn, moved to Goderich 18 years ago. Della and her husband Ward and family reside in Waterloo. Alice and Greta then moved from .Belfast to England with their husbands. Alice lives in Selston, Nottinghamshire, and Greta lives in Scarborough, Yorkshire, about 120 miles away. In the meantime, Eileen and her hus- band, Stanley, were making plans to emigrate in Texas. "We were going to emigrate to Texas but then we heard there was a work recession so we went to England. England has been my Texas ever since. Texas will be our next visit," Eileen said. Eileen, Stanley and their family reside in Selston, Not- tinghamshire, not far from Alice. This year's trip to Canada marks the first time abroad for both Alice and Eileen. 'Greta has visited Canada before and Isabelle and Della have both travelled to England for visits. MAKING PLANS Originally, the three sisters from England ' had not planned to travel to Canada together. However, that changed when Alice's son cancelled his plans to visit Canada with his mother. "I was supposed to come with my son then he couldn't go so Greta said she would come with me. Eileen then said she would go as well," Alice explained, adding plans began one year ago for the trip. The trip also marked the first time on an aircraft for Alice. While the trip and reunion at the airport went well, there was one thing missing — Alice's suitcase. "I had tied a red ribbon on the handle so it would be easy to find but it wasn't there with all the other luggage. It ended up in Montreal," Alice said. Her luggage was eventually located, one week later, and CHECK AND COMPARE For the first time in almost 30 years, the five Shane sisters, formerly of Belfast, Northern Ireland, were together in one place at the same time. From left to right the sisters are: Isabelle Rittinger (doderich), Eileen (Mrs. Stanley McMVlaster of Selston, Nottinghamshire, England), Della (Mrs. Ward Shuh of Waterloo, Ontario), Alice (Mrs. Horace Harrison of Selston, Nottinghamshire, England), and Greta (Mrs. William Grayson of Scarborough, Yorkshire, England). The five sisters were at the Rittinger residence in Goderich on Satur- day. (submitted photo) delivered to her at her sister's place in Waterloo. For the first week of their three week visit, Alice, Eileen and Greta stayed at Della's Waterloo residence. Since Satur- day, August 8 until Monday, August 17, they are in Goderich at Isabelle's home. The sisters, whose ages range from 46 to 64, admit they haven't stopped talking for the' past week. "We've been talking about when we were little -- before Isabelle can remember," said Alice. They have also managed to work their way through a large box full of photographs from the last 30 years. Of 'course, one of the first trips the sisters made together was a trip to Niagara Falls. Both Alice and Eileen had requested. a visit to this site. Greta had visited The Falls on her previous trip to Canada. "We've seen Niagara Falls on the televi- sion, when Andrew and Sarah (the Duke and Duchess of York) were there," Alice said. However, her wish to see a Mountie remains a wish. • • "People were asking me before I left England what.I was going to do in Canada. I said, I'm not„ going to see' the relatives, I'm going to see the Mounties," Alice said. At this point, Isabelle intervened to tell Alice that she had seen a Mountie when she arrived in Canada nearly 30 years ago. "One of the first things I saw was a Mountie in Ottawa. I very timidly walked up to him and asked him if I could have my picture taken with him. He said yes as long as I didn't stand too close," Isabelle explained. Although Isabelle and Glenn contacted tourist information booths to see if the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride was anywhere within travelling distance, they were told the ride was out west for the summer. "Next time I come to Canada, I'll book to Ottawa first so I can see a Mountie," Alice said. The sisters have also made it to the top of the CN Tower, toured Toronto, and visited Grand Bend. and London. They are planning a trip to the Collingwood area for later this week. Although they have walk- ed around the Square, they have yet to make it to the beach. "We are hoping to make it to the Goderich beach if the weather stays nice," the sisters said. NICE WEATHER England is well-known, not only for the Royal Family, but also its dreary weather. In June, for example, it rained every day, according to Greta. It was also cbld enough to warrant the use of electric blankets on some nights. The sisters like the warm, sunny weather they have had since their arrival. However, Sunday's rain did remind them of home. "We don't like the rain because we get plenty of it at home. Sunday's wind and rain felt like we were back home," Eileen said. Monday's warm temperatures and sun- ny skies brightened the sisters day and they hoped^the weather would remain nice for the next week. VISITING AGAIN Although emigrating isn't a considera- tion for the sisters since their children ana grandchildren are in England, Alice, Eileen and Greta are already talking about visiting Canada again in the future. "I'd like to come again but my husband won't let me come by myself. He has already rang me twice cince I've been. here," Eileen said. "Now I've been here once, it will be easier ne ime," Alice said. . Isabelle and Glenn are hoping to ,travel to, England again also. She visited the country in 1973 with her husband and again last year by herself. With Alice, Eileen and Greta scheduled to fly home to England on August 18, the sisters are looking forward t� spending their last few days together and looking forward to the day when they will all meet again — perhaps this time in England. L Notable Kingsbridge resident celebrates recent 99th birthday sk a i'. out JOINT LOAN S INSURANCE When abbut When y a loan Two CoverageBuilt for • *Up to $22,500.00 available * Completely Open for pre -payment * Simple Interest * Life Insured t *Up to 60 Months for Repayment If you are looking for a ... New Car Loan, Used Car Loan, Home Renovations Loan, Home Refurnishing Loan, Holiday Loan, Paying -Off - Your -Charge -Card Loan, Bill Consolidation Loan, or any other Good Reason Loan ... Lets get together! INs are the "People Helping People" with payments to suit your budget and your best 'simple interest' open loan rate ... 12.25%. Check and Compare! One of Kingsbridge's most notable gentleman recently celebrated a truly noteworthy event. Frank Sullivan had the ocassion to mark his 99th birthday on Saturday, July 25 at the County Road Lodge of Donald and Dorothy Farrish where he now resides. Visitors with Frank remark on his spryness and health. Until just recently, Frank resided at his home on Hwy. 21 in Kingsbridge. Frank was especially thrilled at receiving an Apostolic Blessing from His Holiness Pope John Paul The Second to mark the occas- sion of his birthday. We wish Frank continued good health, much happiness and God's blessings. Former parishioner Ignatius (Mace) Martin was buried at St. Joseph's in Kingsbridge following the funeral mass held on Friday. The community extends its condolences to his family and friends. Several members of the parish visited with the residents of Maitland Manor on Wednesday, July 29. Because of the beautiful weather, a number of the residents were taken out for a stroll. The Goderich and District Pro -Life Society held their annual Steak and Lobster Fest on Saturday, 'August 1 with many members from the parish communi- KINGSBRIDGE PARISH/SCHOOL Louise Martin ty helping out. Proceeds were donated to Pro -Life. Congratulations are to be extended to a young parish member for academic achievement. James Grubb won a math award for his Grade 9 studies. The Parish Community extends its sym- pathy to the family and friends of the late Nora Sinnett whose funeral, mass and burial was held at St. Joseph's on Wednes- day, August 5. A memorial service in honor of William O'Neill, the original settlers of Ashfield ;Township and the St. Joseph's Parish Communtiy was held last Sunday beginn- ing with Mass at 10:30 a.m. A detailed report of this special service will appear in next week's paper so be sure to watch for it. 39 Si DAVID STREET, GODERICH PHONE 524-8360 "MmtrM (Wade Shire and Deposit Maurine. 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