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The Seaforth News, 1962-08-02, Page 1NEWS , 1902 tme E Attontloe asions ;ht 596W INIC P4 Dm. 4a4 cp. 7-9 pea. Meana. .ETON geon • Res. 605 .A., M.D. ;eon Seaforbb NARY M., V.B. d., V.S. V.S. V.S. %forth hometrlst forth Mon., 9 to Thor. ova HU -2.7010, 0 to 6.90 gen ate 540 11tecT Oil .lel oil JIL IRT ;s. 2&8 of E d 3 rth t8' LTD. and 1S %1)y 3=_ orth tor you for and Spar. [eeh- mith 1. Idg. so De. : of The Se forth News 'BOLE SERIES, VOL. 84 Phone 84 Seatorh, Ontario, Thursday, August 2, 1962 MOO o Ywe Hugh Campbell Dies in 101st Year On 'Saturday; July 28th, Mr. Hugh Campbell, a pioneer reel- dent of Hullett twp, passed away due toa severe stroke, He wee born on lot 3, con. 9, Hallett on May 17th, 1869, the Youngest son of Mr. John Gordon Campbell Abell and his wife, the for- mer Jean McMichael, both form- er residents of Scotland. He was the lflst member of the family of nine. During his life span he witness - MR. HUGH CAMPBELL ed many changes; the expansion of farming because of chemical fertilizers and power machinery, from ox cart to space travel, and from ox -power to nuclear energy. When sixteen years of age he went to Kinistino, Sask., to take 1),p a homestead as a sister and • brother were among the first settlers there. During that time he was mail courier from Kinis- tino to Prince Albert, about fifty miles. This trip was usually made on horse back and took a couple of days. He enjoyed the pioneer life, travelling on snow- shoes or horse back, hunting ducks and prairie chickens. While of a trip home to Ontar- io, his house was destroyed by fire during the North West Rebel- lion. About 1895, due to the lack of school, the family moved to Turnberr y and a few years gator moved to the farm where he had been born. Ile was a member of Burns Church, Hullett, serving on the Board of Managers for four- teen years. He was a trustee of Kinburn school section when the present school was built. He was High Cbief Ranger of the Forest- ers and on the building commit- tee when their hall was erected. On Aug. 4, 1887, he was married at Walton to Sarah McKibbin who shared the pioneer life and predeceased him in 1942. /His 100th birthday was celebra- ted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John C. McDonald of Grey, He was able to walk about the lawn, where he spent the afternoon chatting to his friends. He is survived by his family: (Gertrude) Mrs. John C. McDon- ald; Archibald of Toronto; (Ed- ith) Mrs. George W. Carter of Londesboro; (Hazel) Mrs. Gord- on Herr of Toronto and Jack Kel- lar of Seaforth; also seven grand- children and ten great grand- children. The Kinburn Foresters conduct- ed a service on Sunday evening and Rev. A. Higginbotham of Walton United Chinch conducted the service on Monday at the Whitney Funeral Horne, Seaforth. Squarettes Win First at Kitchener McKillop Squarettes added to their fame at the week -end when they captured the trophy 01) Friday night he the Canadian in- ternational championships for amateurs, They placed first of nine groups competing, winning the big OKOC.TV trophy and in- dividual crests, along with $125 in cash, On Saturday night they won another $100 cash when they placed third in the competition against professionals, which they were allowed to enter' as winner of the Friday night event, On Saturday afternoon 111e Squarettes took part in public school square dancing which was non-competitive. The events were held in Kitchener Memor'al Aud- itorium, Tbe group is under the direction of Mrs, Orville Storey, THEY will be at Western Fair, and Purple Valley. Also later in the Fall they are to appear on CKOC-TV, Kitchener., The Squarettes remain Ul1011are ged from hast year: Gail Storey, Patsy Storey, Donna Faye Storey, Marie Scott, M. array Henderson, Bill Henderson, Jimmie Ilender- son, Glenn Dolmage, Diane Hen- derson, Larry Scott (caller). Brigade Called As Mow Heats The Seaforth fire truck was called to the farm of John Kerr, 6th con. of McKillop at nodi hour Wednesday when it was feared the heat in the hay mow would reach the ignition point. Firemen examined the hay thoroughly but found no sign et fire. They asked Mr. Kerr to call If anything did develop, Mr, -Herr told The News that he intended to remove some of the top layers of hay Wednesday afternoon to make a further check on the condition of the hay, GEORGE McCARTNEY George McCartney, Tucker - smith Township, died suddenly in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, in his 03rd year, fie was improving In health after a heart attack some time ago, but had another seizure on Sunday. 14e was born in Tuxford, Sask., son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George McCartney and carie to Tuckersinith where he attended school at S.S. No. 3, He farmed on the Mill Road, neer Brucefield. IIe was a member of Brucefield United Church and the Brucetleld IOOF Lodge. Surviving are his wife, the former Eva Scarlett; two daughters, Eleanor of Kitchener and Beene, Mrs. William Nethercott of St. Marys; two brothers, Wilson, of Tucker - smith and Robert of Detroit; and one grandson. The funeral was held on Wenesday afternoon at the 0. A. Whitney Funeral Home, Rev. Harold Johnston of Bruce - field United Clmroh. officiated, Burial was in Baird's Cemetery, Stanley Township. The pallbear- ers were James Soutar, John Broadfoot, Jos. McKenzie, Gord- on Richardson, W. D. Wilson and Stuart Wilson. Flowerbearers. Allan Baugh, Neil Haugh, Robt, Broadfoot and Carl Richardson. Interment was in Brussels cem- etery. Pallbearers were grand- sons: Alvin McDonald, Glen Car- ter and Watson Reid and friends, Bob McMillan, Ernest Stevens and Wm. Dolmage. Flowerbear- ers. Scott Hawthorne, Toni Mc- Millan, John Armstrong and Don- ald MacKenzie. Washer Removed From Child's Finger ;James P. Krauskopf, Dublin, had an unusual customer at his repair shop recently. A little 8 year old girl, Catherine Ann Brown presented herself at the shop with a 410111em., While playing she lead accident- ally slipped a steel lock washer onto her forefinger. In her efforts 10 remove it, the finger had become swollen. The usual method 00 cutting steel by acety- lene torch or cutters Was out of the question. A41'. Krauskopf summoned his wife and the finger was placed in a Vise. With gentle cutting movements and encouraging remarks and patience, Mr, Krauskopf managed to remove the washer, the opera- tion requiring about half an hour, Brings Shark Hook From the C. arribean Constable A. Calder has been showing friends a shalrk hook which his son, O.S. Andrew Cal- der, who is on holidays, brought from the east coast. About 10 inches long, made 00 steel • it looks something like a bale hook used by farmers. The shaft is a sciuere rod, An inch -long sharp Pointed barb on the oui'ved end holds the small fish or meat used for bait. A rope is attached through a small ring at the top and it is trailed behind the boat. The shark hoop is apparently hand made and was obtained in Bermuda. .Andy says sharks are plentiful in the waters he has sailed. having been to Bermuda and Puerto Rico with his ship, I-IMCS Bonaventure, O.S. Calder will return to Halifax on Aug. 22 at the end of his 25 -day leave. He likes the navy life• Laurence Taylor Wins Scholarship Laurence Taylor of Hullett Township, a student at the On- tario Agricultural College at Guelph has been awarded a 'Wm. H. Danforth Summer Fellowship and Scholarship. 011 July 29th he left by TCA at .Melton for a two weeks' planned program at St. Loris, Missouri, to be followed by two weeks at an American Youth Founcll t'o w 't r n Cornpi at Shelby, Michigan. T boys s y in attend- ance are third year agricultural students from colleges in the United States and the OAC is in- cluded in this award. It is awarded to an outstanding third year student. Laurence is a grad- uate of the Seaforth District High School and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Taylor, r.r. 1 Londesboro. Recalls 'Old Wooden Sidewalks Town council last week decided after some consideration, to re• commend that sidewalks on North Main street should be planned to go inside the trees. Mr. Fred' McGavin recalls t1-' all the original wooden sidewalks in town were inside the trees. The position was changed wher cement walks were laid. The big consideration' at that time was for snowplowing, Mr. McGavin re members. The plows were horse- drawn and in places it was awkward to get a team through between the trees and the fences which were in front of most residences. Presentation to Bride -Elect A very enjoyable evening was Held in Winthrop Church on Tues. day evening when about 85 friends and neighbour's gathered to honour Miss Barbara Boyd, bride -elect', on her approaching marriage, Mrs. Cordell n Z cGavm was chairlady for the evening, Musical numbers were given by Mrs. Neil McGavin, June Hillen, Linda Somerville, Norma Leem- ing, A group of girls, Betty Roe, Joyce MoNichol, Elaine and Fran- ces Beuerman, Mary Leeming, Joan Dennis and Leona Glanville sang "Blue Bird on Your Window Sill" and „Flow Gently Sweet Afton." Mrs. Alex. Dennis, Mar-. garret Hillen and Mrs, Dave Haek- well accompanied the musical numbers. Readings were given by Mrs, E. Toll, Mss. Dave Rockwell and Mrs. Newnham. Mrs. La- vern Godkin, Ethel Dennis and Mrs. Gordon MaGavin conducted three Contests. Barbara and her mother, Mrs. C. Boyd and Mrs. Bergey, mother of the groom -to - be, were escorted to the platform by Mrs. W1)%, ;Dinsmore, Mrs. Leonard Leeming and Mrs. Dave Watson. Mrs, Wm, Roe read the address and gifts were presented by Nancy McNichol, Dolores Beuerman and Lois 1Vildfong. Misses Nancy Nott, Yvonne ?,Ic- Taggart, Jean Bergey and Mrs. 401111 Semple assisted with the gifts. Barbara thanked all for the very enjoyable evening and all were invited to her trousseau tea on Aug. 11. A delicious lunch was served. Honor Blyth Couple Moving Here Friends and neighbors of Mr, and Mrs. Sol Shannon who moved last week from Blyth to Centre street, Seaforth, gathered at the hone of Mrs. Gerald Heffron last Monday evening prior to their departure. The following ad- dress was read by Mrs. Earl Noble: Dear Sadie and Sol; Tonight, we, your friends and neighbors, are gathered to leave a friend- ly chat with you prior to your departure to your new home in Seaforth. Words cannot express how mach we will miss your kindness and cheerfulness in time of trouble and sickness. We also thick of the many good times we have had at euchre parties in the Hallsr r 0 at just a friendly game in a friend's or neighbor's home. Your friendship was valued by many Blyth residents. We hope you will think of our village as one of the best places in which you have resided. As you are not going tote far away, we hope that we will be able to see you often. As you make new friends, we hope that you will not forget the old. May good health and good fortune be yours in abund- ant measure, May •you always treasure these gifts from us. We wish you to accept them on be- half of your friends and neigh- bors. Mr. and Mrs. Shannon thanked those present for the lovely gifts of a table lamp and a set of tow- els: Mrs. Heffron served a delicious lunch at the close of the evening. Juveniles Take First Of Semi -Finals In the first game of a best of five semifinals series between Mitchell and Seaforth Juveniles here Monday night Seaforth won 15-3. The next genre will he et Mitchell on Thursday, Aug. 2nd. New Walton School Makes Progress The new Walton Public School is rapidly taking shape as work is rustled for the opening in Sep- tember. Located just south of Duff's United Chul'ch, the new $75,000 school will be across the Corner from the old schoolhouse. It will front on the county road, but a curved driveway frown the Concession road will discharge pupils at a side entrance on the north end of the school, There will be four classrooms. A new feature will be a folding chalk board dividing the two rooms on the west side. Tits divider eau be easily folded back to make one large assembly room. The main entrance will ,be at the south cornet' nearest the village. South of the two rear ollrssroonls *111 be the teachers' room, with the boil- er' room at the end, Across the hall will he the boys' and girls' washrooms, including separate Washrooms for the teachers, The building is of cement block construction faced with red brick. The roof will be 4 -inch• thick, Cyporex roof decking with tar and gravel top, 011 heat will he treed. Contractor is Frank Van Bus - 501 end Sons of lemon, Sub-con- ,tractoi's are W. L. Hodge, Credit - en,, plumbing and heating, and Burke Electric, Wingham, Mi', Van Bttssel told The Sea - forth News this week that every effort is being made to have the school ready for the Fall terve in September, but it more likely will be near the end of the month. Russell Merits & Son have the contract for $5,000 to provide two buses to haul pupils for the new Grey Township School Area No. 2,pilcovering approximately 7a es, The staff will be Mee, Margaret Robinson, who taught Walton school last term; Mrs. Doreen McCreath, from S.S. No, 12, Grey township, and Mrs, Aubrey Toll of Myth, It Is expected there will be 00 pupils. "Glen -Mac" Camp Officially Opened The official opening of "Glen - Mac," the Seaforth Boy Scouts camp located on the farm of Harry McLeod in Tuekersmith township, took place on Thurs- day evening. Mr. H. G, Meir was master of ceremonies and an official wel- come was extended by Mayor E. Daly of Seaforth, Speaking on behalf of Seaforth Lions Club, sponsors of the Boy Scouts was Air. L. P, Plumsteel. Ronald Mac- Donald spoke on behalf of the Seaforth branch of the Canadian Legion, co-sponsors, Mr, Jack Joung of Sebringville, president of Perth District Boy Scouts As- sociation, officially opened the camp by the breaking of the flag. Mr. Larry McIntosh of St. Marys, District Commissioner, outlined the purposes of the camp. - About 40 people attended the opening ceremonies. Refresh- ments were served at the close and the visitors toured the camp. Dale Family Hold Annual Reunion The Dale Reunion was held at Seaforth Lions Park on Sunday. July 20th, with an attendance of 62, President is Harold Storey, 1st vice president, Elgin Dale; 2nd vice pres., Andrew Crozier; sec, - trees, Mrs. Walter McClure, lunch conveners, .firs. Arnold Jamieson and Mrs. Ken Stewart; sports committee, Jack Crozier and Gordon Dale Sports winners were; 5 yrs, and under, girls, Marlene Dale, Bonnie Storey; boys. Stephen Nesbitt, Brian Nesbitt; 9 yrs, and under, gine, Anne Stewart, Mar- lene Dale; boys, George McClure, Ray Storey; 13 yrs. and under, girls Elaine Dale, Bonnie Stewart. Single ladies, Elaine Dale, Bon- nie Stewart; married ladies, Mrs, PIarry Nesbitt, Mrs• Jack Crozier; married men, Jack Crozier, Harry Nesbitt; ladies with most buttons on dress, Mrs, Elgin Dale; man with least hair, Ephraim Clarke; most buttons in jar, Mrs. Gordon Dale; kick the' slipper, ladies, Pauline Dolmage; men, Harry Nesbitt; spot prize, Brian Nesbitt, most colours, girls, Dorothy Jamieson; boys, Douglas Dale; oldest man present. Ephraim Clarke; oldest lady present, Mrs, J. Barron; youngest baby, Brian Crozier, 3 months; longest mar- ried a ried con le I . a11 N r and lies. p Bele rain/ Clarke; shortest married couple, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Dale. Wedding anniversary closest be- fore picnic, Mr. and NIrs. Walter MoClure;- birthday closest to pic- nic, Mrs. Andy Crozier; people coming farthest, Nh•. and Airs. El- wood Clarke; largest family pre- sent, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nesbitt. The Williamson Family Reunion The Williamson family enjoyed their annual picnic at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Nesbitt, Blyth, on Sunday, July 29th. Forty-two members were present to enjoy the sports in charge of Linda Nesbitt, Eileen and Alexine Williamson. Pre school, Larry McGrath, Neil Williamson; young ladies, Alexine Williamson; kick the slipper, Gloria Carter; slow walk, Ina McGrath; balloon race, Florence Nesbitt; nearest anni- versary, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Wil- liamson; recent newly weds, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Williamson; youngest member, Sylvia Forbes; relay tie race, Alexine William- son, Neil Williamson; three leg- ged race, Alexine Williamson, Brenda Nesbitt; nearest birth- day, Linda Nesbitt; husband call- ing, Evelyn Carter, Evelyn Wil- liamson. Candy scramble for the wee ones. Supper was served and officers elected for 1903. Past Pres., Murray Forbes, Clinton; Pres., Albert Hutton, Listowel; lst vice pres., Ronald Williamson, sec., Mrs. Gusset Jervis, Clinton; treas., Mrs, Albert Clarke; sports, Dorthea Williamson, Jean Bolger, Gloria Carter, The 1903 picnic will be held at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Michael McGrath, Sea - forth, the second Sunday in July. TO ATTEND SERVICE The Royal Black Knights of Huron County will attend Divine Service in St. Andrews United Church, Blyth, on Sunday, Aug. itli, at 11 0,nr, Also are invited all the members of LORA Ladies Lodges and members of the Orange Order. Rev, Ewan AIc- Lagan will be guest speaker. Members of the Order will meet at Blyth Orange Hall at 10.80. Clinton Fife and Drum Band will be in attendance, Sir Kts. PCM, Charles Stewart and Calvin Falconer, Comm. ENGAGEMENT Mr, and Mrs. Leslie 0. Atchison, 208 Huron St., Stratford announce the engagement of their daughter, Geraldine Marie, to Frank J. Flannery, sol of Mr. and Mrs. John Flannery, 1'.r, 1 Dublin, Ont. The marriage will take place on Angled 25 in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Stratford at 9 a.m. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs, Frank Bowman, 1'.r. 5 Seaforth, wish to announce the engagement of their daughter Cleo Dorothy, to Mr. George Adelbo't Smith, son of Mr, and Mrs, Adalbert Snaith, r.r, 8 Zurich, The marriage will take place on Saturday, August 18th at 10.30 ami. at St. 0011111ban Roman Catholic. Chinch; 00,111111,1,1111111111,11,11)1,111111111111/1111111111111,11111111„111w11111111,i 111111111111 0ng11111I11111111111,110,111111111, FINAL CLEARANCE 05' SUMME•. JEW r:LLH,RY AT C Regular Values from $1,00 to $2.00 Don't miss the Last Minute Specials AT SAVAUG 'S JEWELLERY GIFTS FINE CHINA Seaforth 1111,111111111,1,1111,11111111.,,,1„01„1,1111111111,111,1,1,,,,,,, 1111,,,,,,11111111,111,11111,,„,11,111111111,„111111,11,111,1,1111, SCHADE-DOLMAGE The wedding took place in Cavan United Church, Winthrop, on Friday, July 27 at 7.30 p.m. of Betty Louise Dolmage, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Dolmage, r,r. 1 Seaforth, and Larry Irvin Paul Made. son of Mr, and Mrs. Irvin Scllade, r.r. 1 West Monk - ton. The double ring ceremony was performed by Rev. J. C. Britton 00 Seaforth. White and yellow glade and lighted candelabra decorated the church.. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a floor length gown of .ill. organza overe french taffeta. The fitted bodice featured a lace yoke dot- ted with .iridescent sequins and lily yoint sleeves. The bouffant skirt was appliqued with french Chantilly hand clipped lace ex- tending to the back and medal- lion of french hand clipped lace scattered here and there over skirt. Her french illusi011 veil was with hand clipped lace edg- ing, held in place by a queen's crown of seed pearls and tear drop pearls. She carried a white Bible, with yellow rose and streamers. The maid of honor was Miss Dianne Dolmage, r.r. 1 Seaforth, sister of the bride. Miss Merlyn Hough, Clinton and Miss June Dolmage, r.r. 1 Londesboro, cous- in of the bride. were brides - mends. The flower girl was Beverley Smith, Monkton, cousin of the groom. The attendants wore yellow embroidered silk or- ganza over taffeta, featuring bouffant overskirt with large bow at back, white accessories. They carried white baskets with Shasta daisies. The flower girl carried a white basket with sheets, dais- ies. Ringbearer was Warren Ben- newies, London, cousin of the bride. Mrs. Lorne Mueller, r.r. 4 Mitchell, aunt of the bride, was organist. Mr. Lloyd McCluskie, r.r. 1 Seaforth, sang "Wedding Prayer” and "0 Perfect Love.” Tbe groomsman was Gary Smith, Monkton. cousin of the groom. The ushers were Winston Powell and Wayne Dolnlage, both of r.r. 2 Seaforth. The reception was held at the Brodhagen Community Hall. The bride's mother received wearing a romance blue gown of nylon over taffeta sheath dress, featur- ing a lace bodice, white and beige accessories and corsage. The groom's mother wore a green gown of nylon over taffeta skirt, featuring a lace bodice, white accessories, corsage of pink car- nations. The bride and groom left on a trip to Western Canada, For travelling the bride wore a two piece dress of mauve arnel, with white accessories. They will re- side at 1'.r. 1 West Monkton, KIRKBY -MILLER On Saturday afternoon, Doris Linde Miller. daughter of David W. Miller. Sept Iles, Que., and the late glary Margaret Miller, became the bride of Herbert Janes Kirkby, eon of Frank ieirkby, eValtun, and the late Jennie IIirkby, in Duff's United Church, Walton, which wile beaulifnlly decorated with bag- uets of summer flowers. 41,02'. R. K. Shorten, assistant, secretary of the Board of Home Missions officiated at the doable ring ceremony and was assisted by Rev. A, Higginbotham of Walton. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a floor length bouffant gown of white nylon chiffon over bridal satin, styled with portrait 000111ine anti My point sleeves. The fitted ibodice and basgn,r waistline were trimmed with imported lace, accented by iridescent beads. The finger tip veil of silk illusion net fell from a crown trimmed with matching beads. She carried a bouquet of white mums center- ed with pink delight roses. Her only atendant was Miss Elizabeth Burrell of Wingham who wore au aqua nylon over taffeta ballerina length gown styled with scoop neckline, p0uff sleeves, ehirred fullness above the fitted bodice and bouffant skirt. At her waist was a cluster of nylon roses and her face veil was caught to a full crown edged with seed earls. Her n • iv e nosegay a of n ,.> s pink carnations and edged with blue net. The groom was attended by his brother, Douglas Kirkby and the ushers were Ronald Ennis and Ronald Workman. Mrs, I•Iarvey Brown was organist and accom- panied Mr. Don MacDonald who sang " The Lord's Prayer" and "0 Perfect Love," At the reception which follow- ed, guests were welcomed by the happy couple and their parents. Mrs. Miller wore a suit of antique ivory, pure silk shantung with white flower hat and a gardenia corsage. Guests were present from Hamilton, Wingham, Goderich, Brussels, Blyth, Walton, London, Kitchener, Atwood, Teeswater, Preston, Brunner, Staffa, Auburn, Toronto, Kingston, Leadbury, and Sept Iles, Que. For their trip to Kentucky the bride wore a toast brown linen suit with beige accessories 0110 a. corsage of yellow mums. On their return they will reside at 350 Vansettart St., Woodstock. Linda is a niece of Tom Miller, Brussels and has resided with them while attending High School. W.M.S. MEETS The .July meeting of the Me- Killop WNIS of First Presbyter- ian Church. Seafo'th, was held at -the hone of Miss Jean Scott and her mother, Mrs. Robert Scott on Thursday, July 20. Mrs. Robot McMillan presided and there was an attendance of 22 members, The meeting was opened with a poem and hymen 468 was sung. Th,e scripture was taken by Mrs. 5, Dale This was followed with prayer by Mrs. Art Nicholson. The secretary gave the minutes of the June meeting and the roll call was taken. The collection was received by Mrs, R. 1)nrrance. Mrs. Might Nntt, one of tee leaders, took over the programme IIynrn 373 was sung, The topic was "The Church Mown Town" was given in play form by Mrs, 11114111 Nol.t, Mrs, 11. McMillan. Miss Jean Scott, Mrs.. Jas. Keyes, Mrs. S. Dale and Miss Jessie Fraser. It was very in- teresting topic. Mrs. Nott thank- ed the hostesses and all who had helped with the programme. The meeting closed with hymn 385, followed with the Lord's Prayer in unison. Lunch was served by the social group. POSTAL INFORMATION On Civic Ilolida.y,. Aug. 0th„ the wickets will be open for an hour only from 11 aero to 1.2.00 noon. Tho lobby will be open from 7 a.m, to 0 p.m. and the mails will be despatched. There will be no rural delivery. BUILDING PERMIT Building permit, issued this week by Harold Maloney, build- ing inspector, Jim Elliott, $000 for siding on restaurant, R. H. Clarke, Mitchell, siding and kitchen cupboards at former Adair house, Chalk and George )ts Win, Seebaeb, Mitchell, is the •