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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1965-11-18, Page 10Page 2 -- Wingham, Advance -Times, Thursday, Nov, 18, 1965 Install Officers At Eastern Star The installation of the Of- ficers of Huron Chapter No. 89, Wingham, Order of the Eastern Star was held in the Chapter Room, Masonic Hall. Mrs. Jack Reavie, P.D.D. G.M., Grand Electa of the Grand Chapter of Ontario, was the installing matron. Assisting were Mrs. T, A. Currie, P.D. D. G, M. ; Mrs. George Scott, P.M.; Mrs. Alex Robertson, P.M.; Mrs. Murray MacLen- nan, P.M.; Mrs. Ronald Forst- er, P.M.; and Alex Robertson, P.P. Installing marshall was Mrs. George Guest, P.M.; chaplain, Mrs. Don Donaldson, P.M.;or- ganist, Mrs. Gertrude Currie P.M.; warder. Mrs. W. E. Collyer, P.M.; sentinel, Far- ish Moffat, P.P. Wesley Moore, P.P. of Listowel, was the solo- ist, accompanied by Mrs. Wes- ley Moore, P.M. The following officers were installed: Worthy Matron, Mrs. Scott Reid; Worthy Patron, Scott Reid; Associate Matron, Mrs. Kenneth Leitch; Associate Patron, Jack Reavie; Secretary, Mrs. Farish Moffat; Conduc- tress, Mrs. William Wharry; Associate Conductress, Mrs. Lloyd Henderson; Marshall, Mrs. Allen McBurney; Organist, Mrs. William Elliott. Star Points, Ada, Mrs, Jack Fisher; Ruth, Mrs. Allen Maclntyre; Esther, Mrs. James Dunbar; Martha, Mrs. Bruce Chambers; Electa, Mrs. John Gnay. The treasurer, Mrs. Gwendo- lyn Adams, and chaplain, Mrs. Murray Taylor, who were un- able to be present, will be in- stalled at a later date. Past matron and past patron jewels were presented to Mr. and Mrs. Alex Robertson by Mrs., Ronald Forster, P.M, and Mrs. T. A. Currie, P. D. D. G. M. Guests were present from Lis. towel, Clifford, Kincardine, Tiverton, Southampton and Clinton. DANNY IRWIN, Grade I, proudly showed his mother what school is all about during the open house last week. His little brother was quite impressed with the whole thing. 1 NOTICE HAVING SOLD MY GENERAL INSURANCE BUSINESS TO WILLIAM S. REED, of Wingham, 1 WISH TO THANK MY FORMER POLICYHOLDERS AND TRUST THEY WILL CONTINUE TO ENJOY FINE BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS WITH MR. REED. Richard T. Kilpatrick 18* Wingham PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 553 Centre Street — Pastor: W. Lester Friday, 8:00 p.m.—Young People's Service. Sunday, 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School. 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship. I Jn. 3:1-6, "Now are we the Sons of God." 7:30 p.m.—Speaker, Miss F. Bryans., Soloist, Miss McLeod. ALL ARE WELCOME Rev. Mrs, (ANGLICaaN ) lingIiam C. F. Johnson, L.Ta. - Gordon Davidson Rector Organist SUNDAY NEXT BEFORE ADVENT — NOVEMBER 21 8:30 a.m.—Holy Communion. 9:30 a.m.—Sunday School and Confirmation Class. 11:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer. Weds, Nov, 24—W. A. Guild Christmas tea and bake sale, Parish Room, 3 o'clock. Red Hone - Blue Hone, Ailsa Cocks, Kittiwakes Common Ailsas, Red Ailsas, Blue Hone Ailsas. Curling stones? Aye, produced for curl- ers the world over from the hard granite projection called Ailsa Craig that sits just off the coast of Scotland. But the island has a special enchantment that we'd never heard of until we talked with William S. Girvan. A Scottish engineer now living in Toronto, Girvan (together with his broth- er Ian S. Girvan) holds the lease which permits the quarry- ing of granite on Ailsa Craig destined for the production of curling stones. Located in the Firth ofClyde and the property of the Mar- quess of Ailsa, Ailsa Craig is three-quarters of a mile in length and half a mile wide, and rises out of the ocean to a height of 1, 114 feet at its high- est peak. The total area pro- jecting from the expanses of ocean is about 220 acres. The small town of Girvan, Scotland (named after the Girvan family) is about nine and one-half miles from Ailsa Craig, and some36 miles west of the island is the coast of Ireland. The Irish call the island "Paddy's Milestone" because of the solitary stand it takes in an ocean devoid of all other landmarks. Both Keats and Wordsworth visited the island, and mention of it is made by many,.early essayists, themselves particular- ly attracted and interested in Ailsa Craig because its owner- ship could be traced to the Car- rick Earls who lived at Turn - berry Castle on the mainland. One such Earl, Duncan by name, gave the island to the Cross- raguel Abbey Fathers as a provi- dential storehouse because the land and surrounding waters were well stocked with birds and fish. William Girvan's grand- father, in 1869, took out the first lease on the island and be- came the island's first tenant for the purpose of quarrying rock for curling stones, The lease has remained with the Girvan fam- ily since that time, although, two years ago, it was sublet to the Ailsa Craig Quarry Co. Ltd., of which Ian Girvan, is a direc- tor. One of the original clauses in the 1869 lease, and one that has been included in every lease issued since that time, stipulates that: "The tenants are to deliver free at Culzean Castle (on the mainland and from which Ailsa Craig can be seen) in the proper season and over and above the stipulated rent, six trial geese and two dozen geese at the general taking and they are also regularly during the season to deliver free as many eggs as Lord Ailsa wishes together with as many Ailsa Cocks and Kitti- wakes as his Lordship may de- sire; Girvan says he never spent much time securing Ailsa Cocks or Kittiwakes, but he assumes the clause was inserted in the lease as a result of the tendency of the Crossraguel Fathers. "During my lifetime", Gir- van adds, "the oil or grease from the geese was used as an embrocation for horses' legs. Ailsa Cocks and Kittiwakes also provided feathers for feather beds." Apart from the war years, the output of curling stones from Ailsa quarry has been con- stant, albeit inadequate to sup- ply the increasing demand from curling clubs around the world. This has occasionally given rise to stories that granite sup- plies on Ailsa Craig were grow- ing short. Girvan says that such is not the case. "There is only one place on the island suitable for the land- ing of barges on which to bring in supplies and take out the rough granite. Even here, rough seas, always a problem, can at times become so bad as to completely prevent anything from docking for days at a time. There is a decided re- luctance of skilled quarrymen to go to the island, practically banish themselves, and miss the amenities available to them if they work on the main- land," Girvan said. Lately, the Ailsa Craig Quarry Co. has mechanized the production and methods of loading and transporting rough hewn granite to the mainland. Once on the mainland, the granite is delivered to the curl- ing stone manufacturers and they complete the production and try to keep up the the ever- increasing demand. "Common, Red and Blue Hone Ailsas," Girvan smiled, "will be available for years yet; And — in case the latest Marquess of Ailsa developed an appetite — there hasn't been any noticeable decrease in the number of Ailsa Cocks or Kitti- wakes, either. — The Curler. 4-H Agricultural Clubs in Ontario BY R. A. THOMPSON, Director, Junior Extension Ont. Dept. of Agriculture What is 4-H? In simple terms it is an educational pro- gram for rural boys and girls, administered in Ontario by the Extension Branch of the Ontario Department of Agriculture. In 1964, 10, 253 members between the ages of twelve and twenty were enrolled in 782 agricul- tuw.,i clubs and completed 13, - :'•" . projects as they worked to f 111 their motto, "Learn To IU., By Doing". The chief objective of 4-11 agricultural club work is the development of the club mem- ber through training in agricul- ture and citizenship. The pro- gram is designed to help the 4-11 member acquire knowledge and skills in modern agriculture; realize the need for continuing education; develop qualities of leadership; and acquire habits and attitudes necessary for a satisfying home and community life. Specifically there are eight - ten recognized 4-H projects available to members. These include Dairy Calf, Beef Calf, Swine, Market Ilog, Sheep, Poultry, Grain, Potato, Forage, Fcrestry, Tractor, Sugar Beet, Soybean, White Bean, Corn, Fruit, Tobacco, and Fann and Home Electric. 4-H work started in Ontario during the years 1913 to 1915 in several counties. These first clubs were known as Boys' and Girls' Clubs. The 4-1-1 name was adopted in 1952. Today there are 4-H clubs in every county and district in Ontario and in every province in Can- ada. Most 4-1-1 agricultural clubs are organized each spring un- der the direction of the agri- cultural representative, his associate or assistant. These clubs are sponsored by local organizations such as agricul- tural societies, service clubs, Junior Farmers and othergroups, which, in addition to contribu- ting prize money, provide the support and interest of the community. Each club has of- ficers who conduct regular monthly meetings according to parliamentary procedure. The members receive in- struction on their project and carry it to completion with the guidance of voluntary local Club Leaders and Extension Branch personnel. Additional information is presented on numerous topics related to the project. Practical demonstra- tions are included in the pro- gram and in each project mem- bers are required to keep ac- curate records of production costs. Attention is also given to safety in handling of live- stock, machinery and equip- ment. Training in leadership and emphasis on good citizen- ship are important parts of the 4- ii program, Bach club must have at least one leader, and the suc- cess of 4.1-I today is in large measure due to the outstanding leadership given by many thou- sands of club leaders over the years, Strong and good as 4-11 is, it can always be improved. At the present time consideration is being given to the develop- ment of a more challenging program for senior members in the local club. Also under con- sideration are ways and means of providing additional oppor- tunities for club leaders to fur- ther develop leadership tech- niques and abilities. There al- so exists a need for a greater number of volunteer leaders if more ruralyoung people than at present are to be attracted to and receive benefit from the 4-H program, A third item which is under constant review is the matter of introduction of new projects and a change in emphasis on certain phases of existing pro- jects, in order to keep pace • with changes in agriculture and our way of life. in addition to club and coun. ty or district activities, Inany 4-H members have the oppor- tunity to participate in region- al, provincial and national events. 4-11 is recognized as a pro- gram dedicated to the develop. ment of the finest aspirations and ideals of rural youth who themselves are interested in working with Head, Heart and Hands toward a more healthful and abundant living. Try your Drug Store first for • 0. n kiits 4ENUINE WALNUT DESK SETS 44/z e5o UP These sets are complete with Pen and are featured in several styles. 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