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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1989-02-14, Page 11nos Whielsoi Advance -ramps, Februairy 14,19 rage 11A Purchasel*-R. brings Wikg WROXETER — On Jan. 6, George Oriold has purchased the post office block in the village of Wroxeter's business section. With the purchase Mr. Oriold takes yet another step towards the achievement of the goals of the Wroxeter Improvement Association, though this time as a 'private business man. He has for some time been busy lobbying the cause as one of the co-founders of the association. Mr. Oriold, who owns his own COlatilletiOil company, pur6hased the buildings in early January and immediately went to work on his private venture. What used to be known as Chamber's Hardware was renovated and is now called Country Convenience. "We started renovations soon after the deal was completed but kept the store open throughout," he said, adding, "I felt there was a need te have a convenience store in the village to serve- the people, but also as a statement Ukiiyone looking at Wroxeter as a place to settle down. It is a positive message in that it signals new life to Wroxeter." Mr. Oriold explained the changes in connection with the improve- ments initiated by the Wroxeter Im- - provement Association- will help to eliminate Wroxeter'S "Ghost Town" :image and make it a livelier and .04441$1, •.• • more upbeat place in which to live. The renovations to the buildings re far from completion but already improvements are making the store more attractive. It is well -stocked and bigger and brighter than the store it is replacing and the emphasis has shifted from hardware to groceries. The staff formerly employed by the hardware store remains the same and consists of one full-time and two part-time employees, Store hours are from 7 a.m. to 8 pm. on weekdays, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. One of the back rooms of the building will be transformed into an arcade -like meeting place for young people. Mr. Oriold said that if the store is a success he will consider putting in a small restaurant in one of the adjacent buildings, "Nothing fancy, but a place for people to come and have a simple meal and some coffete and spend time," he said. At this time, how- ever, the restairant is only an idea and a decision as to whether or not it will be realized has not been made. Though a private venture and in no way associated Kith the Wroxeter Improvement Association program, the new convenience store is cer- tainly a boost for everyone involved MARLENE COULTER, a Grade 12 student at the F. •E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, is gaining secretarial experience this year through the co-operative education program. Miss Coulter is working at the WOAA office in Wingham. • Student gains experience working at WOAA office By Marlene Coulter Hi there! My name is Marlow Coulter and I am in Grade 12 at thc F. E. Madill Secondary School ii Wingham, enrolled in the co operative education program. I decided to go into the "co-op'' program to gain experience and ta make sure I really want to become a secretary. I work at the Western Ontario Athletic Association, or WOAA, of- fice in Wingham. My job is a little different than most secretarial positions. It's not a basic, sit-down and type -all -day job. I sometimes get the. mail, photo- copy, staple and type. But I also do such things as file game sheets, help approve hockey cards and trot around town deliver- ing envelopes. Because I do so many different things, I don't have a set routine for every day. I even have been to a board of directors' meeting and taken minutes. I really enjoy working at the WOAA office. There is Linda Espen - sen, secretary-managerand myself. We get people into the office quite a bit with hockey cards or other things. If you are wondering what exactly the WOAA is, I'll tell you. It is a non- profit organization and runs such minor sporteas hockey, softball and ringette. Some people might think it doesn't take a lot of manpower to run the WOAA. In fact, I didn't realize how busy it can get or just how many people it takes to make the association work. There are "mega" committees and we have conveners and town contacts to help. It really takes a large number of people to run the WOAA. I thank Mrs. Espensen for being a twine boss,. being patient withme and for the great job she does. Even with so many people, the WOAA would come to a standstill without her. The next time you watch a hockey or ball game, think of us at the WOAA. Co-operativ a education is a rewarding experience. If you want an idea on if your career phoice is right for you, try the co-op prOgram. I have enjoyed being in it so much, that I have applied again for next year. with the association and local residents. The Wroxeter Inwrovement As:io dation was founded in the summer of 1: The prime moVeni the association are Cam Edgar, Andrew Benninger, Ghaznbers and Mr. Oriold; Decades of decline and boarded -up businesses along its main street gave the village an un- inviting and deserted look and, the aforementioned gentlemen, together with many residents, discussed and eventually formed the association. The program for renewal, im- provement, development and eco- nomic revitalization in Wroxeter will continue. • • • • • v•opt•Ropoml,„15.:••• ,-,b,„moimo?•;/* ;;:ifo.v:44•05, 440,0wor::•*::im..../$ . wea.•;ipwoo• Nevgz•vi4.0,t Wroxeter Notes grix .1,Sr.0..).$7,0.:-Veriffgwry$':7624' 3'0'5 ' 5, •••:, „.4 tvi 4,14,9,f44:4,7441.W.V44;,' 44,420%.- eo,•is:i;•;,,- •K•r••s,•,•,r;O Mr, and Mrs, Gary Gibson, Oshawa, Mrs. Bonnie MacDougall, Burlington and Crawford Gibson of Barrie visited their father, Gordon Gibson, over the weekend. Mrs. Wally Nixon, Fordwich, accompanied by Mrs, Cliff Marks and Mrs. James Sanderson, visited with Mrs. Adrien Poirier in Mississauga Monday evening.. Tuesday morning, Mrs. Sanderson,. returned to her home in Rosetown, Saskatchewan, by plane after spending a month at her sister's home here and visiting with other relatives. Mrs. Allan Griffith, accompanied by Mrs. Oliver Riley, visited with Mr. and Mrs, Blair Sharp, Sarnia, on Sunday, ti o spring seminar If you are interested in making the public more aware of agriculture and would like some new ideas and information on how to do this, plan to attend a Planning Effective Agri - Food Promotions seminar this spring. During March and April, the rural organizations and services branch of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food is offering seven, one -day promotion seminars across the province. The seminars will provide information -on current consumer trends, how to work with the media, exhibit creation and good fooe demonstration techniques, as well a chance to discuss the importance of the agri-lood business. Seminars are scheduled for: March 21 in Waterloo; March 22 in Thorndale and March 29 in Barrie. The deadline for registration is March 1. • For more information, or to register, contact Jane Muegge, rural organization specialist, OMAF office, Clinton, NOM ILO, or by calling 1-800-265-5170. RAILWAY TRAGEDY The worst railway accident which had ever occurred in this vicinity took place on the London, Huron and Bruce Railway line in the township of Morris, a short distance from Wingham, in May of 1904. Mr. and Mrs, Robert Casemore, two old peoples who resided on the second concession ,of Morris, were on their way home from Wingham when a' freight train hit them. The buggy was caught and carried several rods with the occupants still in it, before the train could be stopped. Mrs. Casernore died immediately andMr. Casernore died shortly after being taken hoine. il si•A$N. , • • • •*•41 .,. :',.v , ;••*. -.. — -4 -• _ DO Llit__ _ ,,,t_ • .41 owl-- t, '.1 74HA T OffitiSON? — Turnberry Student- ja ' mes Mcblari was a "cool" fellow' an the slopes during a recent ski outing t� Talisman. 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