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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1955-07-21, Page 4Lakeview Casino Grand Be d DANCING NIGHTLY Bill Jupp and his New Hit Orchestra WALTON GEORGE RAMSAY Mr. George MacDougal Rant - say, well-known' farmer on the 17th con. of Grey died sudden- ly Friday afternoon, July 15th in Brussels with a heart seizure in his 54th year. Mr. Ramsay vas the son of the late Ilugh Ramsay and Annie MacDougal. He was born on the farm where he resided at the time of his death. The deceased atteuded Walton Public School and was a member of Duff's United Church. He is survived by his • step -mother, Mrs. Eliza Ram- say of Seaforth. The funeral was held from the Rann Funeral Parlors, at Brussels on Monday afternoon at 8 pan. with Rev. W. M. Thomas officiating. The pall- bearers were Mr. Donald Bus chanan, Mr. Harvey Craig, Mr. George Williamson, Mr. Nor- man Williamson, Mr. Roy Wil- liamson and Mr. Herbert Wil- liamson. The flowerbeu'ers were Mr, Stewart Humphries; Mn." Clare Long, .lir. Janes Souter and Mr. Fred Smalldon. Interment was made in Brussels cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. James Esson of Grimsby, Mr. and Mrs, Harvey Walker, Winona, Mr. and Mrs. William Boult of Collingwood and Mr. and Mrs. John Hlnch- ley and son Edward of Owen Sound. Mr. and Din's. Fred -Routledge have returned to their home in Ottawa after spending their hol- idays with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bennett and visiting old friends and neighbors in Walton. We are sorry to report the sudden passing of Mr. George Ramsay on Thursday last. Fun- eral services were conducted on Monday from the Rann funeral home in Brussels, The Sunday School picnic of Walton United Church Sunday school was held in the Lions' CIub Park at Seaforth, Thurs- day afternoon, A large num- ber took advantage of the fine day and a delicious supper brought the day to a close. Reunion Notes Charles A. Hammett. of 175 Stuart St.. Sarnia, writing this w..•ek, asks for information con- cerning billetting arrangements. He and Mrs. Hanniuett are plan- ning; to attend the Reunion for several days It is 41 year,, since the Hammett family moved from S..aierth Sarnia. Mr. Hare - metes grandfather. 1 Bithard Ham- mett. was engine,tr 1t the old R .t. r1t e ks. will li was situated on Siler Creek many years ago. RECEPTION For Mr, and Mrs. John Krauskopf in Seaforth Community Centre FRIDAY, JULY 22- Harburn's Orchestra Ev.•ry, ne welcome. Lunch served RECEPTION Mr. and Mrs. Jack Lane THURSDAY, JULY 21 Seaforth Community Centre Everyone Welcome . Silas Alt' JULY 30th to AUGUST 3rel Indicating the wide interest which the Seaforth Reunion is arousing is a letter received this week by Scott Habkirk, i'ronl Lt. Col. John C. Habkirk, of Hamilton, Col. Habkirk says: "Seeing you have the same name as myself, I thought I would write -you instead of some other member of the com- mittee. I have received a little information, via Honolulu, in reference to the Seaforth 011 Boys Reunion, but I would like to know something - more about it, in the event that it alight be possible for me to attend, so if you would pass this letter on to someone who could give me the information desired, I would be glad. "By this time you may be wondering who I am, as I have been wondering- what branch • of the Habkirk tree you belong to. Well, my father was John Hab- kirk, and lay mother was Mary Coe an, sister of Jim Cowan, who farmed close to Seaforth for years. I was born on the old Habkirk farm. one and a half miles north of 'Seaforth, in 1873 I became an officer in the 'Sal- vation Army and have not been back to Seaforth very mucin for many years, l 001 retired now and living at present with 11» daughter in Hamilton, as Mrs Habkirk has been very poorly for some time. "When I heard there was to be an Old Boys' Reunion, I thought it alight be nice if I could run up i'or two or three days, hence my request for fur- ther information, I would like to know what arrangements are being made for accommodation etc.; etc. Then, of Course, it would be nice to renew some old friendships and, if possible meet some of my relatives." Dr, George K. Rogers, of 105 West McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona, and a son of a former principal of the Seaforth Colle- giate Institute, had planned to return for the Reunion, but be- souse of the illness of his wife, finds this will not be possible. In expressing his regrets, he sends along a picture of the parade during the 1914 '01d Boys'. The picture shows a float which had been prepared by his aunt, the fernier Grace E. Stevens, and on whieh he is a passenger. There continues to be a re quneinent for accommodation for Visitors expected during the Reunion. The billeting commit- mittee, headed by B. F. Christie, is seeking rooms which will be available during the reunion period, Citizens who have ac- commodation available are ask- ed to get in touch with Mr. Christie as soon as possible. Writing from Edmonton, Mrs. Irene Farquharson Laubman, of 11748-9Oth St. says: "I was indeed very pleased to receive an invitation to the Reunion. How I wish I could go! Al- though I was nine years old when I left there, I still think of my many school friends I lett behind, and would like to return to see the changes that have taken place," Mrs. Laubman goes on to ask that an invitation go forward to another Seaforth resident, bliss Mary -MacGregor, of 10650 — "Sth Ave., Edmonton. Alta. Mrs, Laubman and Miss MacGregor attended school together in Sea - forth in 11108. she says: Despite the fact she is in her ''"th year. Mrs. Etta Dunsmore Lawrence writes about the reun- ior.. ir. -her letter she says; "I am pleased indeed that my name was given in by some un- known friends, as I would not have heard of the celebration. Now I will have something to think and talk about, but will net be one of the happy crowd, Chicken Barbecue EGMONDVILLE CHURCH LAWN MONDAY, AUGUST 1st SERVING WILL BEGiN AT 5 P.M. If weather is not favorable, will be held Wednesday. August 3rd Auspices Egmondville United Church Tickets $1.50 Each SEAFORTH MONUMENT WORKS Open Daily Phone 573 T. PRYDE AND SON Enquiries Are Invited EN''FTER CLINTON Phone 41J Phone 103 as I have reached the advanced age of 97',, years—born in 1858, But I am an old resident of the Mill Road and knew Sea - forth and spent many years there, till I left for my home near Sarnia. I am sure there are no friends left now to greet the Etta 'Densmore who left the clear old 110111e and friends Oti years ago. All are gone. Of my own family, my brother, Bob Densmore, is not well enough to travel, but I know would love to. I hope the weather is fine and a happy time spent by all, and my thanks for being in- vited." ant writing this from my niece's hone. She is a daugh- ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. Carnochan, Mrs. Carnochan was Marg. Dunmore, my sister. I spend some time every summer at .my niece's. on a lovely farts near Caulachie, but my home address is 903 May Ave., Wind- sor, Mr, and Mrs. J. 11. Archibald, for 11111113, years well known Sea. forth residents, will not be able to rope to the Reunion, Mrs. Archi- bald, writing from 1:37 'Vater St.. Kitchener, says: "How m3' 11ns baud 011d I would love to be with you all during the conning Olcl Boys' Reunion. however, it will be impossible, as Jack has been in Kitchener- Waterloo IIospital for a long time. We will be think- ing about it and wishing we could have been there. Some of our family hope to attend," Thomas Miller, who more than 50 years ago led the Seaforth Band and is now living retiredin Orillia, plans to be back in Sea. forth for the Reunion. He is 1111 uncle of Andrew Calder, Seaforth, and left here before the turn of the century, going out West, Lockett Johnston says: "You bet I will be attending the Old Boys Reunion come July 30. Have been looking forward to it since receiving your first letter in May, and just a little clow in answer- ing it." He goes on to ask con- cerning accommodation, and asks that arrangements be made for rooms, Seaforth merchants knowing that the Reunion is but a week away, are going all out in having their stores repainted. It is ex- pected that merchants will have decorations for the reunion in place within a few days on many of the Main Street stores and public buildings, A special com- mittee of the council met on Monday night to arrange for dec- orations fon' the Town Hall. The Chamber of. Commerce is sponsoring a contest for the best deeo'ated home and is anxious that there be a great many homes ready for judging on Civic Holi- day. Any who require material or floodlights for decorating, or wish to rent lights, are asked to con- tact Keitlt Sharp of the decorat- ing committee. The women of Northside Unit- ed Church are planning to serve meals on Monday—Civic IIoliday —at noon. Writing from his home at 10 North Lafayette St., Valparaiso, Indiana, W. A. McCallum Com- ments on the invitations which he has received to attend the Reunion here, July 30 to Aug- ust 3. He goes on to say: "At first I thought it possible 1 might he able to spend perhaps two days in Seaforth during the reunion, but now it appears that it will be necessary for ale to attend a business conference in Lexington, Kentucky, during the week of July 17. It would appear, therefore, that I will not be able to attend the reunion, but I sincerely hope that you have fine weather and a good crowd." Considerable work is being done about Agricultural Park, so that it will be in readiness for the events which will be staged there, Added features for the Monday afternoon program inuclde numbers by the Strat- ford C.N.R. Band, displays and numbere by the Durham Boys' and Girls' Bugle Band; air craft from R.C.A.F, Station, Centralia, will provide aerobatic displays during the parade and program. So that there can be no ex- cuse for anyone staying away as far as admission prices are concerned, the association at its Monday night meeting establish- ed minimum prices for all events. With the exception of the CKNX Barn Dance which will be 75c, the horse races which will be $1, and the closing Centennial dance on Wednesday night which also will be $1, all admis- sion prices are 50c, students are 25c, and children, under 12, are free. There continues to be a re- quirement for accommodation for reunion visitors, according to B. F. Christie, chairman of the billeting committee. Per- sons who have rooms available are asked to contact Mr. Chris- tie or Dr. J. C. MaoLe*rar,, as cin rx c asp e. While - organiz- ation r poo varioui kintit...0'' Re`s T. ion .and Ce : ....:a. .. ratters W:0 0 nave matter ava not made r- rat en en ..5, 80 t..at the mittees may- know tier nature the accommodation -s—Seth • :1:i be neee- ary to arrange AP -a's- are interested In CenCessirino ' are requested to complete ar- rangements with the concession committee immediately. They should contact Frank Kling, chairman of the committee, Arrangements fcr the big par- ade ou Civic Holiday are well in hand, but there is a shortage o1' rubber tired wagons, according to parade` chairman 1)'Ot Sills. If any in the area have wagons of this nature, and weulcl be prepar- ed to make them available to the committeefor the few hours of the parade, they are asked to con- tact :lir. Sills, It may be, too, that some who are taking part in the festivities would desire to rent costumes. :These can be made available, and those inter- ested Ore also asked to .contact Mr. :ills. A number of special events and contests are being arranged, par- ticularly on Tuesday, when a, program designed for the child- ren, will he under way. A number of residents tuna former residents have indicated that: they would like to slake donations or offer pt'izes for Particular events, and any who are interested in this connection should advise pro- gram cotumittee chairman. Frank Kling, Joseph .b. Brown, 101 West SOth Street, New York, is interested in, the reunion arrangements which are being made here, and forward- ed a contribution to assist in fi- nancing the reunion, Jolut M. McLean, of Alameda, California, plans to return for the reunion. Mrs. Irving Sutherland, of 236 Fifth St. East, Owen Sound, and her sister, are planning to return for the Reunion. In 101111ng to Miss Hazel lteid• Mrs. Sutherland asks that an invitation go for- ward to Mrs, J. E. Smith, the for- mer Minnie Beattie, who also lives re Owen Sound, and who, too, is pl(11111ng to return, The historical and log cabM committee is making arra.ngv meats for equipping the cabin which is being ereoted in Victoria Park as a reunion feature. It is hoped that the cabin will be equipped with articles represent- ative of conditions in existence 100 years ago in this district. If residents in the district have his- torical Items which they would be willing to loan, it is requested that they communicate with Dick Box, phone 43. Mrs. Joseph Pinkney, the form- er Annie Clarke, of Seaforth., and her daughter; Mrs. Homuth, of Stratford, are planning to return for the Reunion. TOWN TOPICS Mr. and Mrs. Bryson Mc- Qttirter and family of Midland spent the weekend with Mrs, Frank Storey, - Mr. and Mrs. Do; Giffin of Sarnia, spent the weekend with Mrs. Grace Hoggarth and Miss Marian Scarlett. Karl and Kerry Campbell aro holidaying in Midland, IMissee Betty Campbell and Helen McGonigle who are at- tending Summer School in Tor- onto, spent the weekend at their hones here. Mr. Bob Norris, Toronto, spent the weekend with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. B. losing. Rev, and Mrs. R. Williams and family of Detroit 01'0 spend- ing their Holidays with. Mr. and Mrs. M. McKellar, Miss Helen McGonigle has ac- cepted a teaching position near Bluevale. Miss Jessie 'Finlayson spent the weekend at Wingham. Miss Jean Brown of the Can- adian Banc of Commerce has accepted a position with The London Life insurance Co., London, and begins early in. August. Misses Marian Dick, Joan Charters and Marilyn Kling of London, spent the weekend at their homes. Dr. and Mrs. J. C. MacLennan returned on 'Saturday from a .week's holiday spent in Ottawa. Mr. and Mrs, Harvey Mason are visiting in Ottawa and Mon- treal. Mr. Sams McQluarrie, Pilot Mound, Man., called on Mrs. Frank Storey and family on Monday, Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Campbell were in Toronto this week where Mr. 'Campbell's horse, Peter Bars is entered in the Woodbine Races, Miss Joan Roberton is holi- daying in Goderich. Miss Verda Watson, McKillop is convalescing from an appen- dectomy in Scott Memorial hos- pital. Mr. James Sims Jr., London, spent the weekend at his home here. He has succeeded in se- curing an apartment, and Mrs. Sims and Linda are moving there in a short time. Master Garry Millson, of In- gersoll is visiting his aunt, Miss Laura Mole. Mrs. Chas. LeRiche, Toronto, is visiting Mrs. Frank Storey this week. 500 Huron 4-H Club mem- bers visited Toronto by special train on Tuesday. THE SEAFORTH NEWS— Thursday, July 21, 1955 Regent Theatre TIIURS. FRI. SAT. 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