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Opinion Forum News
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BACK IN TIME
I OYEARS AGO
September 7, 1994 - A 1917
electric car owned by Larry
Johnson of London was the fea-
ture attraction at Saturday's
Centralia -Huron Park Lions club
first annual hot rod and classic
car show. Lion Ron Harvey was
the organizer.
Sunday, 19 year-old Shawn
Gillespie of Zurich left for Warren,
Michigan to begin studies and
play baseball at Macomb County College.
Local country music singers Eugene Hartman and
Anne Reaburn both of the Dashwood area won the
Ontario Open Country Music Singing competition at
the CNE in Toronto, Sunday.
25 YEARS AGO
September 4, 1979 - As the result of recent police
raids at a number of locations in Stephen and Hay
townships, 10 area men have been charged with
cultivation, possession and trafficking of marijuana.
The Clandeboye Hillbillies won first prize in the
comic division of Friday's Lucan Fair parade. On the
float were Joanne, Barb, Kevin and Clarence Carter.
Fair chairman Larry Hotson said, " Sunday's atten-
dance was the largest we have ever had on a
Sunday. The three day crowds totalled 14,915".
Gordie Tapp was one of he featured performers.
Eight employees of Huron Industrial Park and
members of the Ontario Public Service Employees
Union have retired. They are Charles Glanville,
Ralph Lightfoot, Harold Tripp, Ken Greb, Stan
Peters, Jud Dykeman, Sam Bower and Reinhardt
Keller.
The 1979 Huron County Queen of the Furrow is
Janet Shapton of Stephen township. Runnersup
were Elizabeth Daters, Dashwood and Patti Down of
Usborne township. The annual plowing match was
held on the Hay township farm of Huron Warden
Jack Tinney.
35YEARS AGO
September 9, 1969 - A record crowd of 3,500
attended the weekend Zurich Bean Festival. Miss
Donna Schilbe, representing the Zurich Citizens
News was named Festival Queen.
40YEARS AGO
September 2, 1964 - The post office on the Main
street of Grand Bend closed its doors to the public
on Monday night and service commenced Tuesday
morning from the modern new facilities on Hidden
Lane.
45YEARS AGO
September 4, 1959 - The third annual reunion of
the descendants of Mr. Sylvanus Cann and the late
Mrs. Cann of Bayfield was held at Queens Park in
Stratford last Sunday with 42 in attendance.
Principal H.L. Sturgis reported to the SHDHS
board Tuesday evening that graduates of 1959 have
won more bursaries and scholarships than any
other class in the school's history.
55YEARS AGO
September 8, 1949 - An Open House for the new
Bank of Montreal in Dashwood will be held this
Saturday.
The new county bridge at Elimville on the St.
Marys road was officially opened Saturday when
Mrs. William Morley, the former Leona Pym cut the
ribbon just after her wedding.
60YEARS AGO
September 5, 1944 -Grocery specials this week at
Southcott Bros. are Haven brand sardines at two
tins for 25 cents and Aylmer pie pumpkin for 15
cents. At Jones and May fine pickling salt goes for
10 cents for 10 pounds and two bars of Lifeboy soap
are 11 cents.
80YEARS AGO
September 7, 1924 - A new sign has been erected
at Central Park by the Exeter Horticultural Society.
In addition to the name of the park on one side it
says "Tarry a Time" and on the other side "Rest a
While".
1 I OYEARS AGO
September 9, 1894 - The new Ontario Legislature
consists of 43 farmers, 18 lawyers, nine merchants,
six doctors, seven lumbermen, five journalists and
one each of drovers, miners, marble workers, tan-
ners and bankers.
Bargains this week at the Big Bankrupt store are
three pound boxes of soda biscuits for 22 cents, four
pounds of ginger snaps at for 25 cents and 25 pieces
of dress goods reduced to five cents each.
Seniors' Perspective
By Jim Bearss
ADULT ACTIVITIES CO-ORDINATOR
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Seniors Monthly Meeting: Tuesday September 7 at
6:00 p.m. Make arrangements for the delicious pot
luck supper with lots of desserts. Entertainment and
fellowship following the meal. New members welcome.
Lucan Sunshine Club:
The Sunshine Club starts its Senior Weekly meetings
on September 9, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. at the Lucan
Community Centre. Come for the fun, food and fellow-
ship. New members welcome.
Huron Pioneer Threshers Show: September 11 — 13.
Huron Pioneer Threshers Show to be held at Blyth.
Contact Marian Hallahan (519) 523-9330.
Centralia/Huron Park Lions Bingo: September 12.
The Centralia/Huron Park Lions Bingo will be held at
the South Huron Rec. Centre on Sunday, September
12, 2004. Doors open at 12:00 p.m. and Bingo starts at
1:00 p.m.
Shuffle Board: Wednesday September 15, 2004 at
noon 12:00 o clock, come and enjoy a pot -luck lunch
and have a game of "shuffle" after. For the rest of the
season, shuffleboard will be held Tuesdays and
Wednesdays from 1:00 — 3:00 p.m. Legion and non -
Legion members welcome. Membership fee $15.00.
Gospel Night in St Marys: Presented by Manna! Come
out to see and hear the "Chapels" from Detroit. This
group is usually featured on the Gaither Videos, also
featuring a local flutist , Paul Jackson from Stratford,
Ontario. This feel good religious experience is being
held at the St Mary's United Church, Saturday,
September 18th at 7:00 p.m. For ticket information call
(519) 284-3568 or 271-4092.
Pinelands Resort, Muskoka, Fall Colour Tour Our
annual fall colour tour, Mon., Tues., Wed., Oct. 4,5 &
6th, 2004, at Pinelands Resort, Muskoka. Pinelands is a
beautiful resort on Lake Joseph, and there will be new
things to see. Bobby Orfs new complex opened Aug.
1st 2003. Algonquin Park, a new museum, and many
more interesting things. The package includes two
nights, 5 meals, 2 breakfasts, one lunch, and two din-
ners. This will be a very colourful and interesting tour,
Join us and help support the Lucan Area Heritage.
CruiseSellOffs.com Tico Reg. #50007529. Contact
Harry Hardy Box 249, Lucan, ON. NOM 2J0. Ph: 227
4887 Or Wayne at 227-0444.
Email harry@cruiseselloffs.com
FALL COLOURTOUR
Jim and Dorothy Chapman are hosting a 6 days fall
colour tour to Washington and Area Oct. 18-23, 2004.
All transportation, accommodation, admission fees, 5
dinners, 5 breakfasts, taxes and gratuities are included
in the cost. The trip, planned by RTO/ERO is for the
young at heart seniors and near seniors and everyone
is welcome. Sign up by Sept. 3rd 2004. Highlights
include; a visit to Corning Glass, Gettysburg Civil War
Battlefield, a day in Colonial Williamsburg, a guided
city tour of Washington with time to visit the Mall, the
Smithsonian, and Arlington National Cemetery. A
guide will provide a glimpse of the lifestyle of George
and Martha Washington at Mount Vernon and there is
an evening ghost tour of historic York Town. We'll visit
Monticello, the 200 year old estate designed by
Thomas Jefferson, and then drive along the scenic
Skyline Drive on our way to visit the beautiful Luray
Caverns and there's more that we haven't listed. Jim
is also hosting an 8 days tour to Branson, Missouri,
America's live entertainment capital on Nov. 16-23.
Enjoy SEVEN top shows, delicious meals, and sight
seeing extras. For further details and registration
forms for either tour call Jim Chapman at 235-1644.
What's Happening in Grand Bend Area:
Sept. 7th "Alzheimer Caregiver Support " Grand
Bend Area CHC 7:00 p.m. Call Shirley Phillips Huron
Alzheimer Society for details 235-1545, Program first
Tuesday of each month. Everyone Welcome!
Sept. 10th "Greater Grand Bend Community
Association meeting" 4:30 p.m. Grand Bend Municipal
office/council Chambers.
Sept. 13th "Fun on the Fairways" with the Port
Franks Seniors at Sand Hills Golf Course. Meet at 2:00
p.m.. Golf cart, clubs (if needed) are provided. Dinner
and prizes. Prepaid registration by Sept. 7th. Call 243-
1136,243-2297 or 243-3157
Sept. 14th "Exercise & Walking Program" at the
Port Franks Community Centre.
Sponsored by the Grand Bend Area CHC. Program
includes stretching, gentle aerobics, strength work, etc.
Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 9-10:00 a.m. No
Fee! Everyone welcome!
Sept. 14th "Living with Cancer Support Group"
starts 7:00 p.m. Grand Bend Area CHC. Join us for an
informal group discussion, hosted by the Lambton
Canadian Cancer Society. The second Tuesday of each
month.
Sept. 14th "Walking for Life Program for
Diabetics" This Grand Bend Area CHC walking pro-
gram is geared for people with type for 2 Diabetes and
will include monitoring your sugars, diabetes informa-
tion, walking and gentle exercise, and having fun!
Participants receive a free meter and step counter
when they enroll!. Space available for 10 people. Call
the Centre at 238-1556 ext 4 for details.
Sept. 15th "Bridge Lessons" Port Franks
Community Centre, Sept. 15 -Nov. 3rd 10:00 a.m.-noon.
Call 238-1239 for details.
News & Events for the Exeter Legion
Branch 167
Veterans and wives of veterans, if you
have problems with issues regarding
health, pensions, veterans' services,
etc. please contact: Legion Service
Officer Norm Eveland @ (519) 234-
6426.
Exeter Legion Auxiliary Bingo:
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. September
2,16, & 30. Mark your calendar for
these dates and help support a local
charity.
"Membership" This is a reminder
that your 2005 membership starts in September, 2004.
Fees are $38.00 until November 30, 2004 and $43.00
starting December 1, 2004
Men's Dart Players Required More men are required
to play darts at the Legion on Wednesday nights at
8:00 p.m. For more information contact: Bob Reynolds
(519) 235-2309.
Fitness for Seniors
Senior fitness instructors, Judy Dougall and Susanne
Strang run a weekly, one hour exercise workout spon-
sored by Town and Country Support Services. Using
simple weights, golf club tubes and stretch bands, the
participants work on walking, balancing, muscle condi-
tioning, cardiovascular, and stretching exercises. No
appointment is necessary. Those interested can just
show up Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. at the Lions Youth
Centre, 125 John Street west. A registration form
must be completed upon arrival. Classes resume on
September 8 for the middle aged or over adult.
LEST WE FORGET:
"Wilbur John Rowe"WW 1
Wilbur John Rowe was born in Exeter in 1885. He
joined the Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment)
that was part of the 28th Battalion. His service number
was 267138. He was fighting in the front lines in
France, when he fell ill and was admitted to hospital.
He died of bronchial pneumonia on January 25, 1919
in a hospital in France. He was 34 years of age when
he died. Private Wilbur John Rowe is buried in the
Brussels town cemetery in Belgium. His name is
carved into the Exeter War Memorial that stands in
front of the Exeter town hall and library.
Next week Victor Sanders WW1
You hope it's not Alzheimer's:
But if it is, there's hope. Putting keys in the sugar
bowl, or milk in the cupboard: These are the kind of
strange things that people often start doing during the
early stages of Alzheimer's disease. If you notice it
happening more and more to you or a loved one, dis-
cuss it with your doctor. Together, you can get a head
start on the identification and treatment of Alzheimer's
disease. The sooner you know, the better off you'll be.
See your doctor. Here are some of the early warning
signs of Alzheimer's disease. If 5 or more of these
statements apply to you or a loved one, consult your
doctor to see if you may be affected.
• Having difficulty finding words, finishing
sentences, or remembering people's names
• Repeating questions or statements
• Forgetfulness that's out of the ordinary
• Needing reminders to go shopping or to take
medication
• Needing help with usual daily activities
• Needing reminders to keep appointments,
for family occasions, or holidays
• Becoming more irritable
• Changes in driving (getting lost, driving unsafely)
• Having difficulty balancing a cheque book
• Not participating in conversations like you used to
• Becoming sad or crying more often
Take this checklist and discuss it with your doctor.
For more information call Alzheimer Society of Huron
County at (519) 482-1482 or 1-800-561-5012 or on the
web www.alzheimerhuron.on.ca. E-mail address: crit-
sema@scsinternet.com
Prize Pitch Scam
One of the most common scams is the "prize pitch".
Consumers are told they have been specially selected
to win a prize, or have been awarded one of three or
two of five prizes. These prizes usually include cash or
a vehicle. You must purchase a product and pay in
See PERSPECTIVE page 6
PSti
Jim Bearss