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I OYEARS AGO
October 30, 1996 - Recent
indications that the economy is
rebounding will have a hollow
meaning for 54 full-time
employees at Dashwood
Industries who were laid off
Friday morning. Employees
affected by the layoff are hourly
production workers, some of
whom have been with the com-
pany since 1981.
20 YEARS AGO
October 29, 1986 -"We've come a long way,
baby," commented Dorothy Pfaff during an
encompassing historical review of the Ladies
Auxiliary of the R.E. Pooley branch at the
group's 35th anniversary party at the Legion
Hall, Saturday. Charter members attending were
Edna Simmons,Vera Mason, Marion Frayne,
Dorothy Reynolds, Dora McTavish, Annie
Lawson, Ellen Knight, Irene Harness, Elsie Jory,
Eva Triebner and Dorothy Pfaff.
35 YEARS AGO
October 28, 1971 - Allan Hayter and Alan
Walper of Grand Bend operated the oldest trac-
tor, a 1926 John Deere at the recent Huron
County Plowing Match.
Huron's MPP Charles MacNaughton who is
Ontario's Minister of Transportation had little
trouble in retaining his seat in Thursday's
provincial election. MacNaughton who was first
elected in 1958 gained 9,857 votes compared to
3,653 for Liberal Ken Duncan and 3,427 for Paul
Carroll of the NDP.
45 YEARS AGO
October 28, 1961 - Dr. T.A. Watson of Lucan is
the happiest fisherman in the area having caught
the largest great northern pike at Key Harbour.
50YEARS AGO
October 29, 1956 - Ross Marshall, R.R. 1,
Kirkton brought home 11 of the 20 prizes
awarded to county breeders at the annual ban-
quet of the Huron County Holstein Club which
was held Tuesday evening.
Chartered banks this week raised their loan
rates one-quarter of one percent. The increase,
the sixth in 14 months, ups minimum rates to
five per cent on loans secured by Government of
Canada bonds. Prime commercial loans are now
five and one-half per cent. This is part of a credit
restraining policy set by the Bank of Canada.
Andrew Johnston Drugs on Main street was
officially opened this weekend. Assisting Mr.
Johnston were Helen Westcott and Bob Harvey.
60YEARS AGO
October 29, 1946 - There were a few exciting
moments at Beavers Hardware Monday morning
when fire broke out in some oil in the basement
of the store. It was brought under control with
the use of fire extinguishers.
A new Chancel was dedicated at the Jubilee
service at Zion Evangelical Church in Crediton,
last Sunday. Many former residents returned for
the event.
85 YEARS AGO
October 30, 1921 - Mr. Milton William Pfaff,
returned soldier has received the appointment of
Postmaster at Exeter following the late W.J.
Russell.
Mr. J.J. Miller last week received his fine stal-
lion, just imported from Scotland. It arrived in
excellent condition.
A great crowd attended the plowing match on
the farm of Mr. Ed Shapton on Friday last. The
number of spectators was estimated at 1,500.
The weather was all that could be desired.
Mr. John Hunter of town and Mr. Fred Stevens
of Stratford left Wednesday on a deer hunting
trip in New Ontario, going about 150 miles north
of North Bay.
I I 0 YEARS AGO
October 29, 1896 - W. Southcott of Exeter has
withdrawn his branch store from Crediton,
Joseph Clark who was engaging it, having decid-
ed to go to Colorado.
A local cyclist was fined $1 and costs for riding
on the sidewalk of one of the back streets the
other day.
The tax collector is on his rounds. The rate
this year being lower than some years, 11 mills
on the dollar, the taxpayer consequently wears a
broader smile.
ROSS
HAUGH
BACK IN TIME
Seniors' Perspective
By Jim Bearss
SENIORS' CORRESPONDENT
The number of people trying to get in versus the num-
ber trying to get out may measure the greatness of this
or any other country.
Kirkton United Church Fundraiser:
The Kirkton United Church is hosting the Scott
Woods Band on Fri., Nov. 3 at the Kirkton-
Woodham Community Centre at 7 p.m. This is a
fantastic show and we are very pleased to have
the band come to our community. Scott is recog-
nized as one of the best fiddle players in the
region as he performs a "Don Messer" type of
show. The Scott Woods Dancing Fiddles are avail-
able at the Kirkton Market or by calling Pam at
519-229-6931, Keith at 519-229-6410, or Jim Bearss
Michelle at 519-229-8712.
Men's Friday afternoon Curling is holding a lun-
cheon Fri., Nov. 3 12:30 at the Exeter Curling Club. A
clinic for new curlers will follow at 1:15 and curling at
1:30. Come out and enjoy the experience with no obliga-
tion to join. Please call Ken Agnew at 519-235-1358 for
further information concerning membership options &
up coming clinics
Turkey Supper & SilentAuction
Mark your calendar for Sun., Nov. 12 the Centralia &
Zion West United Churches are hosting their annual
Turkey Supper and Silent Auction at the South Huron
Rec. Centre. Door's open at 4 p.m. for viewing of SILENT
AUCTION with many interesting item's to bid on. The
tasty Roast Turkey Dinner is served from 5 p.m. to 7
p.m. with all the trimmings. Keep room for the yummy
desert table or for TAKE OUTS call Judy Mills
519.228.6704. For Ticket's call Murton Brock
519.229.6488 Larry Skinner 519.229.6304, Brent
Caslick 519.228.6702, Dave Elliott 519.228.6638. My
apologies to the two churches for putting wrong informa-
tion in last weeks' Senior Perspective. Jim
ExeterVilla's Annual Christmas Bazaar &Tea
Room:
Sat., Nov. 4 from 2 — 3:30 p.m. Christmas cakes and
pudding will be available again, along with baking, crafts
and our tea room. Everyone is welcome.
http✓/www.shbbbs.on.ca.
Jazzabel is a performance that promises to bring you to
your feet applauding for more. Denise Pelley, a native of
London Ontario, has been touring the US and Canada
this past year with her latest showstopper, Jazzabel.
Now, she's coming to the Blyth Theatre thanks to the
Huron United Way.
Jazzabel is a musical story of two jazz divas, one that
found success and one that did not. Their personal sto-
ries will be shared through the music of the
magical era of the 1930's and 40s. "Jazzabel's
about dreams and how people pursue them,"
Pelley says. "And it's about what the definition
of success in life is, as opposed to the success
produced by stardom." It's a musical dream
come true, which takes us from a small town in
the deep South to the celebrated & legendary
Apollo Theater in New York City. Denise has
acted at the Grand Theatre in London in perfor-
mances such as the Fats Waller musical 'Ain't
Misbehavin', 'Wang Dang Doodle' with Denis
Simpson and 'A Streetcar Named Desire.'
The performance is on Fri., Nov 10 at the Blyth Festival
Theatre, starting at 7 p.m. The tickets are available at
Ernie King Music stores in Goderich and Wingham or
contact the Huron United Way directly at 519-524-7900
or email huronunitedway@tcc.on.ca. Executive Director
Kimberley Payne, Executive Director, Huron United Way.
Yuletide Euchreama:
The Lucan Seniors are hosting a Yuletide Euchreama
at the Lucan Community Centre on November 16th,
starting at 10 am. Plenty of prizes share the wealth, good
lunch, and good fellowship and maybe, just maybe, you'll
see an Irish Leprechaun somewhere in the hall.
Affordable Housing Program:
The County of Huron has received funding from the
Federal and Provincial governments to assist in provid-
ing affordable housing for low and moderate -income
households. Plan to attend the information - sessions
being held Mon., Nov 6 in Exeter at 10 a.m. At the South
Huron Municipal Office, Council Chambers Learn how
you or a family member can participate in the Affordable
Housing Program.
Exeter &Area Probus Club #I 83:
Oct. 18 was charter day for the newly formed group.
President Tork welcomed the group. Then he intro-
duced the sponsoring Grand Bend Rotary and Grand
Bend Probus Clubs.
They in turn brought greetings from their respective
groups and presented a certificate or charter to the
steering -committee and lapel pins to the members. It is
now officially called Exeter & Area Probus Club #183.
The business of the club continued with Donna Clarke
introducing Ann Findlay, Dashwood. Recognition was
extended to Donna Clarke who recently lost her mother
at a very young age of 100.5 years of age and to Bill
Smits who also lost a brother in Holland. Pat Puchniak,
program Coordinator talked about the speakers who will
be entertaining us for the next few months in November.
John Walsh, formerly from Grand Bend will be talking
about pollution concerns in the Great Lakes. We were
entertained by some of the steering committee's biogra-
phies, which included, Tork Hilary, Ken Agnew, Pat
Puchniak and Doug Fletcher. The rest of fellow mem-
bers will get their turn at telling us about them. Doug
Fletcher introduced his wife Betty to the group and also
gave the members his membership report. It was agreed
that the telephone committee will be reminding mem-
bers or prospective members about the upcoming meet-
ings.
Exeter & Area Probus Club #183 will be having its
meetings on the 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the
Exeter United Church. Time is 10 a.m. — 12 p.m. The
next meeting is Wed., Nov. 15 and for a good time, and
no fundraising and a chance to meet and talk to great
semi -retired or retired people, plan to come out and find
out what Probus is about. New members welcome. For
more information contact Tork Hillary at 519-235-1780,
Conrad Sitter at 519-235-1909 or Ken Agnew at 519-
235-1358.
Prevent Cooking Fires,Watch WhatYou
Heat:
Here are some tips to prevent cooking fires:
• Keep a large lid near the stove when cooking — if a
pot catches fire, slide the lid over the pot and turn off the
stove.
• Stay in the kitchen while you cook — particularly if
you are using oil or high temperatures.
• Wear tight -fitting or rolled up sleeves when using the
stove.
• Keep combustible items, such as oven mitts and
paper towels, a safe distance from your stove — they can
easily ignite if they are too close to a burner.
Remember the Kitchen Sink:
When planning or renovating the kitchen, we don't
always think of the sink. However, the sink is an essen-
tial component of a kitchen. The importance of the
See PERSPECTIVE page 6
Euchreamas:
Kirkton Women's Institute is sponsoring several
euchreamas. Mark your calendar for the following
dates; Nov. 9 and Jan. 18, February 15, and March 22,
2007. Cards are being played at the KW Community
Centre, Kirkton, starting at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where can
you go and have a few laughs and lunch for only $5? For
more information, contact Jean Copeland at 519-229-
8225.
What's happening in Grand Bend for
November?
Public Flu Clinics: Exeter Legion: Tues., Nov. 21, 6:30-
8 p.m., Stephen Central School: Sat., Dec. 2, 9-11 a.m.,
Hensall Health Centre: Thurs., Nov. 23, 6-8 p.m.,
Thurs., Dec. 7, 6-8 p.m.
Nov. 2 "Good Food Box orders due today" Pick up
Wed., Nov. 15 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Grand Bend
Area CHC.
Nov. 2 "Gentle Tai Chi" GBACHC, Thurs., from 10:30-
11:30 a.m. Program geared to people not able to per-
form regular tai chi.
Nov. 7 "Learn to Quilt Course" sponsored by the Grand
Bend Women's Institute. Program runs 7, 14, and 21, 28
1-4 p.m. at the Grand Bend Legion. Please register by
Oct. 31. Call Cassie 519-238-2727 or Marg 519-238-
2719.
Nov. 7 "First Step, Healthy Lifestyle Weight
Management Program" Two classes 11:30 a.m. and 6:30
p.m. contact Cheryl Englert 519-238-2139. GBACHC.
Nov. 7 "Stop Smoking" a four-week FREE group sup-
port program starts on Tuesday's two classes available
depending on interest. Time's are1:30-3:30 p.m. or 7-9
p.m. GBACHC. Contact Cindy Maxfield 519-238-1556 ext
6 to register. YOU CAN QUIT!
Share a LittleWarmth and Magic at the Taste
of Huron
It's not too late for tickets to the 'Taste of Huron'
fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters South Huron.
When the damp winds of early November chill our bones
and turn the lake the colour of cooked celery, we tend to
retreat into the haven of our homes and settle in for a
long winter's nap. But once again, it appears the
promise of an evening of warmth, light, friendship and
mouth watering delights has local residents marking
their calendars for Nov. 3. That's when the fifth annual
Taste of Huron 2006 in Black and White in support of
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Huron will be held.
Please help us help the kids and treat yourself to an
evening you and your palate won't soon forget. We'd
love to see you there. For more information or reserva-
tions, please call (519) 235-3307, or visit our website at