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Clinton News-Record, 1983-02-23, Page 10PAGE b0---CUNTON MEWS -RECORD, WE NE DAV, FEBRUARY 23, 1983 C FIEL by Helen Owen and Doris Hunter Curlin Feb. 19 saw 12 hours of cur's g, making for a busy day, as 12 Learns took to the ice in hayfield's first mixed curling bonspiel. Winners of the early draw were: 1st, M. Francis 553/4 pts. from Bayfield; 2nd, J. Riley 384 pts. from Bayfieid; 3rd, M. Matheson 333/4 pts. from Stratford. The consolation was won by G. Picot with 264, pts. from Vanastra. The door prizes were won by Shela Davis and John Brownridge. Late draw winners: 1st, B. Davis 41'4 pts. from Vanastra: ?nd. 1 dies° Exercise starting l��r ye Merata 3rd 10 nen-11 ant et the Kayfield Community Centre bons1::;:iel Brownridge 39 pts. from Vanastra; 3rd, B. Semple 38'•4 pts. Doorprize winners were: Madeline LeSouder and Dianne Alexander. Overall winner was the M. Francis team. The curling club would like to thank all those who donated food, prizes, or in anyway helped. A special thanks to the ice niaker. Proceeds from this spiel will go towards the new win- dows in the community cen- tre. A welcomed addition for watching any arena event. Sunday was regular mixed curling, with two combined weeks curling into one day, due to upcoming hockey tournaments. At the end of the day the following were play-off champions: M. Francis 37 pts., A. Brandon 3334, G. Telford 303.4. Con- gratulations to Matty and her team: Bob Madson, Merv. Hayter and John Stanley. Curler of the week was Bill McIlwain. Curlers are reminded that only one curling day is left this year. The bonspiel, an ATTENTION: Newlyweds To Be Welcome Wagon B:.IDAL PATTY Free To The Bride and Groom Welcome WW®g®av Bs piton ming a special party for all engaged couples who live Bn the area. Of you are pDaun- uvBanq w waddling in this area after Juane 1st, 1983 you are invited on: ®.' T[: M,,nd y, March !4, 1983 TIME: a 00® pm PLACE: Maitland C - untry Club haorth Harbour Roam, Goderich There will be excitiang fashion, special dlispiays, demonstrations and nursneroaus door prizes for the en r aged couopies. please call for a personal invitation. AIS MISSIOU HY IPIVITAT Ij N ONLY CALL 524-7165 or 482=7389 isploy s open at 7200 porde bi all day event, will be March 13. Draws at 9 and 11 a.rn., ending with a supper and s c ess trophy presentation. Keep those muscles in shape for then. Conflict of interest By Helen Ow en Heading the newspapers this week there has been a great deal written about the 'conflict of interest' case concerned with a Nova Scotia energy project. It is a matter of public concern at all levels. However, it is reassuring to know that prior to the commencement of business, the Bayfield Village Council always prefaces its discus- sions with a request by the Reeve that any matter aris- ing, in which a councillor may have a conflict of in- terest, must be declared. This is a routine procedure. Althougn the meetings of the council are open to the public, few, if any, avail themselves of the opportuni- ty to sit in and acquaint themselves with the village administration - unless, of course, they have some per- sonal concern! Education nowadays (u - compasses a wide spectrum, current affairs, sexual rela- tionships, scientific ad- vances are all areas dealt with far more comprehen- sively than was once the case. But growing up in a community also means be- ing a member of the com- munity. The curriculum does not appear to include visits 0; part at least of the meetings of administrative bodies. Maybe this is an area worthy of investigation by other groups concerned with young people. As future citizens surely it would be an advantage to (earn something of the ad- ministrative machinery which is required in order for a community to handle its affairs. Although the powers of a small municipality are limited by provincial and federal overlap, the earlier one learns to comprehend something of the bureaucracy the better. end tstori c 1 Society By Helen Owen Hungry for history - or )ust� plain hungry? Bayfield Historical Society offers its members and guests a chance to satisfy both ap- petites, when it invites them to attend a lunch time meeting at the Sugar Bush at noon on February 28. The group have been very for- tunate in securing as their speaker, Mrs. Ruth Workman, the author of a book on the history of Kip - pen. A hundred years ago this was a thriving community and Mrs. Workman's resear- ches have revealed the multiplicity of detail which influenced and shaped the lifestyle. It promises to be a special occasion, and Miss Kay Reid will be nappy to answer any enquiries or sup- ply further information about the event. +++ In these days of increasing unemployment, inflation and general economic disaster, it is interesting to learn that in Bayfield, at least, there is an indication that new develop- ment is not at a standstill. This week Mrs. Diane Leorchner, and her husband Wolfgang, have acquired one of the best lots on a subdivi- sion - Harvey's place - where they are proposing to build a new house for themselves. It is certainly reassuring to learn that people are in- terested in the acquisition of property, and it seems that they are not alone as is evidenced by the interest of other potential buyers. • • This is a rare site to February at the ::..yfield Harbor. Local anglers took hill advantage of the unusually mild weather on Sunday, and were out casting their lines and touring through the open waters. There appears to be little hope that theyfield Lions Club will be able to sponsor their annual Bayfield River ice break-up lottery. (George Chapman photo) Local es set up display By Doris Hunter This is International Scout and Guide week, when members and the public are invited to regard the em- phasis on this aspect of the movement in the world to- day. Our local guides are mounting a display to il- lustrate this theme in the Ar- chives windows. Stop and view it carefully. The Lloyd and Dawna Westlake home in :,:yfield has served a number of puur.pses since its erection in the 1850s. Formerly a general store and post office, part of the building still houses the :::::rat of Commerce. The brick structure is one of buildings that has been designated as a heritage structure. (George Chapman photo) SPECIAL PRICES A SPECIAL 8 VARIETIES i ULK CO KISS MIX OR MATCH 196 Kg. r ' Ib ILABLE IN ST ES AS SH SPECIAL FLAVOURFUL BANANA CHIPS 3.2 Kg L49b TIME WN WED., FEB. 23 Ti RU TUES., MAR. 1 SPECIAL FRESH POPPING CORN 3t, ZEH GO. SPECIAL REGULAR MIXEI NUTS 5'49,Kg. x.4'9 :S NO, 8 IIIGHWAY RICH, ONTARIO Feb. 20 to 27 is also the week of prayer for Christian Unity. An ecumenical ser- vice was held on Feb. 20 in Trinity Anglican Church with appropriate messages on the importance of Unity in the Faith given by both Rev. Alun Thomas of St. Andrew's United and 'Trinity's rector, Rev. Gordon Reynolds. Mon- signor Bourdeau took part in the service, representing the Roman Catholic Church of the English Martyrs. Members from each of the congregations read various portions of the very moving proceedings. Afterwards the congrega- tion adjourned to the Parish Hall, where refreshments were served, the efforts of both parishes, and a lively discussion period ensued. The collection gathered amounted to $48.80 and it will be equally divided between the Canadian Council of Churches and the Centre for Ecumenism. Mr. Thomas will conduct a Lenten Bible Study on Feb. 23, 8 P.M. at the manse. Feb. 23 is also St. Mathias Day and there will be com- munion at Trinity Anglican Church at 10 AM. A great evening That much talked about Winners Losers Dinner at St. Andrew's was a marvellous evening of fun, food and good fellowship. Roll call counted over 50 present. The Dinner over and business attended to the winners presented a full program of entertain- ment. Poems, songs, piano solos, and a comedy skit en- titled "A No Excuse Sun- day" were all enjoyed. The Westlake House This imposing Regency styled house impeccably maintained by the owners Police Chief Ilovd and Dawna Westlake was built by a Mr. Rutledge in the 1850's rather late for this type of building. It has hous- ed besides the Bank and An- tique Shop, the telephone company, Post Office, a variety store, and of course Dr. Ninian Woods home and medical office. The original flat roof has been replaced with a peaked one and the Bank windows also are not original. It does add a very distinctive note to the streetscape and Bayfield is fortunate' to have in- telligent owners in posses- sion who have entered into the Heritage Designated Plan. What was on people's minds in the 1850's? Sleighing parties were the rage. The sleighs moved so soundlessly over the snow and so quickly often with a pair of horses, bells had to be affixed to protect pedestrians and everyone sang Jingle Bells. Queen Vic- toria reigned and family life was to be encouraged with lots of red plush and a very comfortable time. Newspapers hold meeting By Helen Owen Although in any small community there is usually an excellent 'grape -vine' system when it comes to the dissemination of news, the local newspaper has always played an important role in confirming, informing and recording history. Archivist, Miss Dorothy Cox has com- piled a wealth of information for the Historical Society from this source, and for the casual reader those snippets from 100 years ago provide some measure of the changes which have taken place over the years, as well as reference to family con- tinuity in the area. Nor is the circulation of the Clinton paper confined to the immediate surrounding areas. for many of the sun- nier visitors to Bayfield come from far away, but subscribe to the newspaper in order to keep themselves abreast of village affairs. It was sad, therefore. for the correspondents to learn on Thursday last that they will be required to change their stN le, and to some extent the content of their contribu- MIRY SIX MONTHS. Good teeth are basic to good health. Healthy employees are happy employees. Happy employees have employers with a Blue Cross Dental Plan. 1 molnye,s wrap nr phone rpt neMmat•nn l on Senay 12n York Street l onden O OIAr+n Nl'A Au T4'151,4141'4 rat if, C)N Yf r- U() SLE CRSS tions. They met at the offices of the Huron Expositor and listened to publisher, Howard Aitken, editorial co- ordinator Shirley Keller and editors, Susan White and Shelley McPhee who ex- plained the reasons for these policies. Everyone is aware of the inflationary conditions wl ich influence our daily lives and this is also true in the newspaper world. The major financing comes from advertising material and therefore it is essential to en- sure that sufficient space is available. Consequently, the format of local news has to be condensed covering items of wide interest, with less personal detail. It is a challenge to correspondents to condense their news items so that they still retain their individuality' and reflection of the local scene, and for the editors, faced with the pro- blem of cutting down, it in- volves difficult and what may appear to be ruthless remission. Some indication of the change was outlined by Shelley McPhee in her editorial last week prior to the open house for cor- respondents. However, the subscribers are an essential part of the newspaper and need to be fully conversant with the new policies. They do comment in letters to the editor from time to time, and certainly express their opi- nions verbally to cor- respondents. 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