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The Rural Voice, 1999-11, Page 27through the exhibit area was a "real saviour" due to the dust, says Carter. "1 don't think the commodity display would have made it the week if we had all the dust." Though the exhibits were a visi- tor -favourite, Carter says there are things he would like to have had included, but which were not possi- ble because of the busy time of year. "I would like to have had miniatures of barns and the inside of barns on display in the industrial section," he says. A miniature of a house interior could have also been added to the home section. Overall, Carter was pleased with his committees' ability to show the "true life of Huron County". One of the greatest aspects was having the Canadian tlag from the Peace Tower flying 60 feet above the showcase. "It was a meeting place for everyone," he says. "This was proba- bly also the last time all the munici- pal flags of Huron County will fly together in one place, outdoors." With the match over and clean-up nearing completion, Craig, Carter and McNeil agree there has been a little bit of withdrawal. However, that has been eased by restoration work, final meetings and a due date for reports set for February. The general consensus seems to be one of pride in a job well done and thanks to the tremendous group of volunteers who worked so hard and with great commitment over the last few years to envision such an event for Huron County. When first asked why he agreed to host such a huge venture, Becker said it was an honour and privilege to have an opportunity which few fami- lies have. After the years of planning, work and concessions, Becker still holds the same opinion. "It is an opportuni- ty which doesn't come often. Though there were some sacrifices (falling behind in the harvest), it was an hon- our only one family a year gets. "It was a learning experience and we really enjoyed it. It will be a match that all will remember." With his six video tapes filled with images of the match, Becker will be enjoying the "glory on the faces" for months and years to come.0 Barrie Metals Ltd. Steel Depot Full Product Range cut tO size "mice Shearing dame cutting Express delivery available • NEW • RANDOMS • SECONDS • USED Call us today for your competitive quotation Owen Sound t `I (7115 ) '2x -1h.43 Tel: (519) 371-0803 Fat: (705i 725-s212 Fav (51y)37I.i7)5 Walt (888) .14(1-7272 220 John Street Barrie. Ontario L4N 2L3 THE HEAT IS ON! r FARM & INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS '"w.wwoda Designed with the farming industry In mind. Ideally suited for poultry and shop buildings. Industrial heaters from 40,000 - 175,000 BTU. Residential garage heaters 20,000 • 50,000 BTU now available. Mid West Infra -Red Mfg. Ltd. R.R. 1, Wroxeter, Ont. NOG 2X0 519-335-3583 FAX 335-3580 1 1 FARM MUTUAL £\'FINANCIAL SERVICES INC. "FOR ALL YOUR INVESTMENT & INSURANCE NEEDS" TOLL FREE 1 -877 -206 -FARM (3276) Lyons & Mulhern Financial Dean Whalen/Judy Watt Goderich 524-5222 Norris Peever Goderich 524-6105 Graeme Craig Walton 887-9381 Joe Uniac Mitchell 348-9012 Janston Financial Group Jane Kaminsky Tillsonburg 842-7557 Barb Worden Staffs/Dublin 345-2777 Bob McNaughton Seaforth 527-1571 McMaster Siemon Mitchell 348-9150 John J. Hanson/Darla James Branch Office 235-4000 497 Main Street South, Exeter, Ontario NOM 151 NOVEMBER 1999 23