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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2007-11-14, Page 5Wednesday, November 14, 2007 Times—Advocate 5 Opinion Forum News I OYEARS AGO November 5, 1997 - The board of directors of the recent- ly opened Farm Mutual Financial Services met Friday at the office on Main street. The official opening is November 14. Board of directors include presi- dent Don McKercher, vice-presi- dent Larry Gardiner, secretary - treasurer Norris Peever, direc- tors Mike O'Shea, Alex Townsend and Mike Rogers and branch manager John Hanson. In Monday's municipal election in Exeter, incumbent mayor Ben Hoogenboom returned to office defeating former mayor Bruce Shaw by 49 votes. The four councillors elected were Joe Hogan, Peter Armstrong, George Robertson and Robert Drummond. Returned by acclamation were reeve Roy Triebner and deputy -reeve Dave Urlin. In Stephen township, Harvey Ratz defeated Bill Weber for the reeve's post by 585 to 564 votes. For deputy -reeve Tom Tomes edged Robert Pertchy 560 to 554. In Lucan Bob Benner is the new reeve defeating incumbent Rob Brady 445 to 386. Incumbent deputy reeve Harry Wraith was returned to office. The new councillors are Perry Caskinette, Martin Chittenden and Reg Crawford. 20YEARS AGO November 11, 1987 - The new SAAN depart- ment store in Exeter was officially opened Thursday morning. Cutting the ribbon were Exeter Reeve Bill Mickle, local store manager Keith Hardy and SAAN district manager Ron Wilson. Steve Beane of Brucefield was named the most outstanding 4-H member in Huron county. About 75 members of Dashwood Lutheran Church travelled to Hamilton Sunday to attend the ordination of their pastor Larry Stojkovic. The South Huron senior Panthers defeated Goderich 3-1 to win the Huron -Perth title and the local juniors are also H -P champs on the strength of a 19-13 win over Goderich. A new addition to Exeter's skyline means a new product and more seasonably balanced work for Nabisco Brands Limited. The addition includes two, 12 metre silos for the storage and mixing of Magic Baking Powder. 30YEARS AGO November 10, 1977 - Huron county council increased fuel allowances for people on Welfare in the county, raising the allowance by 45 percent to cover an identical rise in the cost of fuel to heat their homes. 45 YEARS AGO November 9, 1964 - RCAF Station at Centralia opened the area curling season over the weekend with a men's bonspiel. Group Captain R.H. Randall, commanding officer threw the first rock. Exeter Curling Club begins its regular season Sunday night with an increased membership. 50YEARS AGO November 10, 1957 - Bill MacLean and Ken Ottewell, both of Exeter shot eight geese on the Haigmeir Farm, near Grand Bend, Monday. Game experts said it as one of the largest bags reported in this area for a number of years. Exeter Public Utilities commission has appoint- ed Hugh Davis of Marlborough street as superin- tendent starting in January. The PUC is preparing to take over the operation of hydro services in town. Exeter Legion recently won a raffle sponsored by the Exeter Mohawks hockey team. Legion pres- ident Harold Holtzmann was presented with a cheque for $1,000. Mary Margaret Essery, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Essery of Centralia has successfully passed her registered nurse's examination. 60YEARS AGO November 11, 1947 - Mrs. J.A. Traquair was installed as Worthy Matron of the Exeter Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star Wednesday evening. 85 YEARS AGO November 3, 1922 - The Methodist people of Crediton served a fowl supper to about 1,000 peo- ple in the church last Wednesday evening. After supper, Mr. Yeager of Dashwood conducted a radio concert. ROSS HAUGH BACK IN TIME Seniors' Perspective By Jim Bearss ADULT ACTIVITIES CO-ORDINATOR There are no new sins; the old ones just get more pub- licity. Home Tip: Here's a safety tip for recycling lids from your tin cans. Put the lids into a larger container with a lid (a coffee can or ice cream container). When the can is full, recycle the whole thing. It saves repeated handling of the sharp lids. Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Huron presents WHODUNNIT???' Enjoy a three course dinner, from 'Catering by Barbara' as actors play out a "Mystery" for you to solve. You will enjoy a full bar, 'mystery din- ner' silent auction, and musical entertainment by 'Stone Angels'. Join us for an evening of mystery mixed with food and fun. It's the height of the gold rush in the Klondike as a cast of characters arrive at the Gold Rush Saloon with one thing on their minds ... gold! Calamity ensues and eventually one of the characters "bites the dust!" — can you figure out "whodunnit?" Held on Fri., Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. at the South Huron Recreation Centre, Exeter. Reserve your tickets by call- ing 235-3307 — Visa/MasterCard accepted. Attire is Wild West. Probus Club of Exeter meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Exeter United Church 10 a.m. to 12 noon. After a time for coffee and socialization, an informative speaker, followed by questions from the members allows us to explore topics of common interest and also partici- pate in activities, including tours of various enterprises in the area. Our Mayor, Ken Oke, will speak on "A New Vision for Our Community" in November with Jay Campbell, weatherman for London A Channel speaking on "Our Changing Climate" at the December meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend. Exeter Curling Club looking for social curlers. Wednesday afternoon Buck and Does with Bucks only Friday afternoon. There is no commitment - pay as you go or $200 for the season if you curl only one afternoon. Contact Ken Agnew 235-1358 for more information. Euchre at Riverside Estates: Looking for something to do? Plan to attend a euchre party at the Riverview Estates on Sat., Nov. 24. The games are from 1 p.m. — 4 p.m. and it costs you only a toonie for an afternoon of fun and fellowship. Turn east at the "Beer Store" and follow the signs to the club -house. Lunch included Urgent! The Exeter Adult Day Centre is really in need of volunteer drivers for their Tuesday and Thursday pro- grams. Individuals who clear our process will be trained and oriented to our site and working with the clients. Remember, you are also reimbursed for your mileage. If interested, please contact Tammy Antaya at 235-4600. Have time on your hands and looking for a very reward- ing experience? Don't hesitate, contact us now. We would love to have you join our team. Celebrate New Years Eve at the Royal Canadian Legion RE Pooley Branch #167 Exeter: Time for this fun evening is 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dance to the music of "Chris and the Boys" lunch and "Taxi" $30 per person or $50 per couple. 200 tickets only and for more information, contact the Legion at 235-2962 or Sharon at 235-1299 or 235-2696. Library News: Huron County Library in cooperation with the Huron County Health Unit will again be holding Food for Fines. You bring the food. We waive the fines. This event will run from Nov. 17 until Nov. 24. Pay your library fines and support the local food bank. Donations may be dropped off at the Exeter and Kirkton Branches or at any Huron County library branch. The book clubs continue to read a variety of books. The Evening Book Club is currently reading the Russlander by Sandra Birdsell while the Noon Book Club is reading Pomegranate Soup by Marsha Mehran. A new literacy station has arrived at the branch. This is a computer for pre -readers to enhance literacy develop- ment. It has a colour coded keyboard and many prepro- grammed features for the little ones. Bus Tour Thurs., Dec. 6. You will be entertained by going to the Acorn Theatre Wallaceburg, matinee 2 p.m. See a Christmas show, entitled `Christmas at the Cabin', then dinner theatre and bus pickups are in Lucan, and Exeter. Included is a Sarnia Christmas Lights to follow with a step on host. Contact Harry Hardy 227-4887 or 227-0444 E-mail harry@cruiseselloffs.com Euchres will be starting at the Exeter Oddfellows and Rebekah Hall on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month until April, 2008 at 8 p.m. Ladies, please bring lunch. Contact Bob and Helen Coates at 235-2787. Yuletide Euchreama: Mark your day -timer for the annual Lucan Seniors Sunshine Club Yuletide Euchreama on Thurs., Nov. 15 at the Lucan Community Centre. Lunch is provided, `Share the Wealth' `Pot of Gold' prizes. New Years Eve Old Tyme Country Dance, featuring `Rural Roots' at the KW Community Centre Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. to midnight. Ticket includes a delicious buffet lunch and the proceeds go to the Kirkton-Woodham pool. Advance tickets are available from Otterbein's Barber Shop 235-0559, Tasty -Nu bakery 236-4912, Jeff Miller 237-3424, Murray Armstrong 236-7746 or Kirkton Market 229-8923. Grand Bend and Area Community Health Centre Programs: Please contact Cindy Maxfield for information and updates regarding dates and programming at 238-1556 extension 6. Programs include; weight management, good food box, diabetes classes, Cholesterol classes, exercise classes, nutritional programs and health centre programs. More infor- mation on httpi/www.gbachc.ca/ `Old Time Christmas' Jim Bearss Scott Woods (Canadian Fiddle Champion) and his band will perform a two-hour concert of seasonal songs, sensational step dancing and the rich sound of three fiddles playing in harmony at the Kirkton- Woodham Community Centre, Fri., Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Kirkton Market or call Pam 229-6931 or Keith 229-6410. Presented by Kirkton United Church. Honouring the veteran! It is the Veteran, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion. It is the Veteran, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the Veteran, not the poet, who has given us free- dom of speech. It is the Veteran, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble. It is the Veteran, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the Veteran, not the politician, who has given us the right to vote. It is the Veteran, who salutes the Flag. It is the Veteran, who serves under the Flag. Eternal rest and grant them 0 Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them Pumpkinfest has big Economic Impact: The Port Elgin Pumpkinfest held Thanksgiving week- end pumped an estimated $5.12 million into the commu- nity. The economic impact uses survey documents pro- vided by Enigma Research Corporation. The attendance figure of 60,000 was based on gate receipts, number of participants and number of car show participants. According to the survey results, on average, people traveled to the event in groups of three and 55 per cent of the visitors came from more than 100 km away. The average visitor spent an estimated $245 and stayed for two nights. cooking with memories BY DEBBY WAGLER OATMEAL CAKE FOR MY 40TH BIRTHDAY (I KNOW IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE AM PAST THAT!!) FRIENDS AND FAMILY GAVE ME RECIPES. WHAT A GREAT GIFT. THE FOLLOWING CAKE CAME FROM CLOSE FAMILY FRIENDS THAT WE ENJOY VERY MUCH. As YOU TRY OUT NEW RECIPES DO YOU EVER NOTICE THAT EVEN THE ASSOCIATION OF WHERE THEY CAME FROM MAKES THE RECIPE THAT MUCH BETTER. SOME OLD FAMILY RECIPES STILL MAKE ME REMEMBER MY GRANDMOTHER AND HER GREAT SKILLS IN THE KITCHEN. THIS CAKE IS VERY RICH AND MOIST AND A GREAT KEEPER. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine and let stand 20 minutes 1 cup oatmeal 1-1/4 cup boiling water Cream until fluffy: 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup each white and brown sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla Add oatmeal mixture and beat well. Sift together 1-1/2 cup flour 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. baking powder I /2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon Add to creamed mixture and beat well. Pour into greased and floured 9 by 13 inch pan. Bake 35 min or until tester is clean. Coconut topping: Combine 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup margarine 1/4 cup cream or milk 1/2 cup chopped nuts 1 cup coconut Spread on hot cake and broil 2-4 minutes until brown. Watch closely. Eat and Enjoy!