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The Huron Expositor, 1988-03-02, Page 44 — THE HURON EXPOSITOR, MARCH 2,1988 BERGSales Service Installation Free Estimates Barn Cleaners Stabling Bunk Feeders Donald G. Ives R.R. 2 Blyth Brussels 887-9024 SHOE REPAIRS Heel Lifts $5.25 Clothing Repairs & Alterations 6 Main St., Seaforth 527-0055 IMAGE Let our IM'LEWOOD MANOR R Seaforth 527-1440 Mrs. Fran Hook, R.N. Administrator SERVICES AND FEATURES help you .enjoy an independent retirement lifestyle • All meals, snacks • Companionship, security • Laundry, housekeeping • Private 4 -piece bath • 24 -Hour Staff on Duty • RN on. duty • • Long term, short term, vacation & convalescent care Looking for Opportunities to Grow? Due to a growing number of clients, a leading international financial institution will be appointing 2 sales/marketing representatives in London and the surrounding area. A background in teaching or financial services, for example, banking, trust company, insurance, etc. would be helpful but not a requirement as intensive training is provided. It includes staff services, sales and computer support tailored to our full range of financial products and services. The income potential will surprise you! For a personal, confidential interview, phone or send a resume to: Ralph M. Earle, CLU Branch Manager Sun Life of Canada 1010-383 Richmond St. London, Ontario 432-1841 Sun Life Plans are big for 1988 IPM Organizers of the 1988 International Plow- ing Match, to be held in Perth County's Downie Township, are anticipating a record breaking event. According to Harry Nesbitt, the event's Publicity Chairman, 150,000 people, and pro- bably more, will attend the plowing match if the weather is decent. If the weather is bad, organizers still expect 100,000 people will come through the gates. Part of the reason for the optimism is the response the IPM has been drawing already. Scheduled to take place September 20 through 24, at the west end of Stratford, the 1PM has been well publicized at numerous farm shows around the province, and is getting rave reviews. "We Have 500 exhibitors usually, but there have already been 900 applications for space," said Mr. Nesbitt. "There's tremendous interest by ex- hibitors and it should be the biggest outdoor farm show in Canada." A huge wooden carving of • the logo for the 1988 1PM has been on display, countless. brochures printed up and pens stamped with .the pertinent information. A com- memorative coin which carries Perth County's IPM logo on one side, and the On- tario Plowing Match logo on the other, has also been on display and is available at a cost of $1. A poster which shows a Shakespearean character tilling the soil, is expected to be a smash once it comes out, and organizers may have some numbered and sold as limited editions. A commemorative stone work project will be the focal point of the opening ceremonies. Mr. Nesbitt said the Perth County and Huron -Perth Roman Catholic Separate School boards have been "very cooperative" and will hold classes at the plowing match site. A flag run from Dublin to the site is also scheduled, and a stone work project made by Stratford students will be the focal point of the opening ceremonies. The theme of the 1988 IPM is Friends, Farmers, Countrymen, which Mr. Nesbitt in Perth 1988 PLOWING MATCH - There are some big plans in,store for the 1988 International Plowing Match, to be held in Perth County September 20-24. Harry Nesbitt, Publicity Chairman for the event, is shown here with a wooden carving of the 1988 IPM logo. It and Mr. Nesbitt have been in attendance at a number of farm shows in the province. Together they have drummed up a lot of enthusiasm about the event. Mcliwraith photo. said addresses the agricultural group while at the same time hinting at the Shakespearean influence of Stratford. The slogan of the IPM is Perth County Proud and organizers may revive the song, Perth County Green for the occasion. BROTHERHOOD NIGHT was held at the Seaforth Legion again this year, and the Seaforth Oddfellows hosted the many other service groups in Seaforth to a social night of card playing and fellowship. At this table are Richard McKay of the Knights of Colum- bus, Erwin Johnston of the Seaforth Lions, Jim Watson of the Legion, Francis Hunt representing the Forresters, David Woodall who spoke at the annual meeting, Bob Dinsmore of the Optimists, Bill Bennett representing the Town of Seaforth, and Bob Campbell of the Oddfellows. Missing is Neil McGavin of the Brittania Masonic Lodge. Corbett photo. A Message to Grain Farmers Special Canadian Grains Program -1987 Extension. I.1 Agriculture Canada The federal government has announced the 1987 extension of the Special Canadian Grains Program. The subsidywar between the 'United States and the uropean Economic Community is continuing to financially affect Canadian farmers. This program will help offset the low world prices of 1987 grain, oilseed and special crops caused by this subsidy war. For crops produced in 1987, this special assistance has been increased to $1.1 billion. Also increased is the number of eligible crops. 1 Farmers who applied for a payment under the Special Canadian Grains Program last year should have already received applications in the mail. Other farmers can obtain forms by calling the toll-free number, or by contacting: • Agriculture Canada regional offices • Farm Credit Corporation offices • Offices of Members of Parliament • Elevator agents • Producer associations • Provincial extension offices. 4 (There is a separate application form for honey producers.) 2 A first installment payment covering about three-quarters of each farmer's total entitlement will be made before March 31, 1988. Final payments will be made by the end of June. Farmers who do not receive a first installment payment will receive their total payment in June. To he eligible for the assistance, all farmers must submit an application form. They must be postmarked no later than March 16th, 1988. Application deadline is March 16th. The application deadline is rapidly approaching. If you need more informa- tion, call toll-free between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., EST: 1.800-26706343 i cokkt tkeee Canada Anyone requiring any information about the plowing match is welcome to call Harry Nesbitt at the OMAF office in Stratford, 271-2080. He is also looking for information about the participants in the first IPM held in Perth County in 1930. Steers sell at steady prices The market at Brussels Stockyards saw all classes of steers and heifers sell on a very strong demand at prices fully steady to $1 higher. Cows sold very strong and pigs were barely steady. There were 658 cattle and 509 pigs on offer. Choice Steers - 88,00 to 92.00 with sales to 94.50. Good Steers - 84.00 to 87.00. Eight steers consigned by Bob Rice of RR 2 Staffa, averaging 1229 lbs., sold for an average price of 89.43, with sales to 92.00. Sixteen steers consigned by Bill VanDyke of RR 7, Lucknow, averaging 1261 lbs., sold for an overall price of 88.58, with sales to 91.50. Choice Exotic Heifers - 87.00 to 92.00 with sales to 95.25. Good Heifers - 82.00 to 86.00. A red heifer consigned by Earl Fitch of RR 1, Wroxeter, weighing 1190 lbs., sold for 95.25, with his total offering of thirty-two heifers, averaging 1117 lbs., selling for an overall price of 88.10. Twenty-four heifers consigned by Elwood Fitch of RR 1, Wroxeter, averaging 1124 lbs., sold for an average price of 87.46, with sales to 93.00. A heifer consigned by Gordon Daer of RR 1, Auburn, weighing 1270 lbs., sold for 92.25, with his total lot of nine heifers averaging 1130 lbs., selling for an overall price of :':.19. A hereford heifer consigned by Ralph Adams of RR 2, Atwood, weighing 1060 lbs., sold for 90.50. Thirteen heifers consigned by George Blake of RR 2, Brussels, averaging 1088 lbs., sold for 89.02, with sales to 90.10. Two black -while -faced heifers consigned by Grant Snell of RR 1, Londesboro, averag- ing 1100 lbs., sold for 88.35. Choice Cows - 60.00 to 66.00 with sales to 75.00. Good Cows - 58.00 to 62.00. Canners and Cutters - 54.00 to 58.00. 30-40 lb. pigs traded to a high of 1.07 per lb. 40-50 lb. pigs traded to a high of 1.10 per lb. 50-60 lb. pigs traded to a night of 1.00 per lb. 60-70 lb. pigs traded to a high of .98 per lb. TO -8.6 to��efhglb. russei' pigs ockyardswillbldina sheep and lamb sale on Friday, March 4, at 3 p.m. For further information please call 887-6461. BIRTHS COLEMAN - Brent is thrilled to announce the safe arrival of his little sister, Ashley Michelle Dianne. She arrived on Thursday, February 25, 1988 at 7:57 a.m. at Clinton Hospital and weighed 7 lbs., 15 ozs. Proud parents are Bev and Gayle thee Vander Velden). Spoiling privileges go to Dianne Vander Velden of Strathroy, Hubert Vander Velden and Rosemary Neil of Strathroy and Emerson and Audrey Coleman of Exeter. BURKE - Tom and Lynn are pleased to an- nounce the birth of their second daughter, Kailyn Elizabeth on February 10, 1988 at Stratford General Hospital, weighing 8 lbs., 3 ozs. A little sister for Stacy and Devan. Proud grandparents are Rose Burke of Stratford and Roy and Angeline Swart of St. Columban. Third great grandchild for Johanna Schoonderweerd of Mitchell. WILSON - Bob and Sue are pleased to an- nounce the early arrival of their son, Scott Robert. Scott was born Sunday, February 21,1988 at 11:48 a.m. at St. Joseph's Hospital in London. Proud grandparents are Stuart and Joyce Wilson of Brucefield and Carman and Ila Pollock of Goderich. A great grand- son for Beulah McKay of Seaforth HAPPY BIRTHDAY Happy sixth birthday to Daniel Nash on March 4.