Clinton News-Record, 1983-11-09, Page 11CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1983—PAGE 11
The Grade 7 class at Holmesville Public School raised $140 by turned the cheque over to PEP secretary Lynda Steenstra. (Rod
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Bayfield displays war memorabilia
Archives window honors veterans
By Helen Owen
To commemorate Remembrance Day on
November 11, the windows of the Archives'
Room provide a most interesting display.
One window pays tribute to those who
served, and those who never returned from
two World Wars. The other introduces
personal reminders which must inevitably
recall memories of people, times and stories
which have colored the lives of their
descendants.
The memorial window shows the honor
rolls, flanked by flags with a white cross as
the centrepiece. A tin hat, medals and
symbolic poppies tell the rest of the story
more poignantly than any words could
convey. A simple and dignified tribute to
those who served - "Lest We Forget".
In the other window two items going back
to the Boer War are of particular interest
since their descendants are present day
residents. One is the photograph of a young
man in uniform, and typifies the youth of
each generation which has always readily
volunteered to serve and defend liberty. In
this case the young man portrayed is the
father of Dr. Grove Shepherd. At a very
young age he joined the Army in the U.K.
and had seen service in India and South
Africa at an age when many young people
today are still completing their schooling.
He survived these experiences and then
came to Canada to make a new life and raise
a family.
The second exhibit (circa 1893) is the
dress tunic and topee of Capt. F.O. Burch,
2nd Dragoons, Camp Niagara, grandfather
of Mr. Frank Burch of Bayfield. A keen
member of the Militia Capt. Burch also
inspired his sons with the same spirit, one of
whom went to South Africa and was killed in
the Boer War.
Looking back to that period it is hard to
imagine the thoughts and feelings of the
young men who found themselves involved
in those now famous battles. The unfamiliar
terrain, the fighting techniques of their
opponents, totally different to those which
they had been taught, were hazards enough,
as were the terrible outbreaks of disease
which also decimated their ranks.
A beautifully embroidered post -card is
also on display. These were frequently sent
home by soldiers in World War I, and this
particular one was sent for the birthday of
his son by the father of Harold Beakhust.
One wonders how many examples of these
have survived the years and are still
treasured. They did capture the mood of the
period combining affectionate and patriotic
sentiments; and were a strange contrast
with their delicate fabric and embroidery,
between home and the ghastly conditions of
mud, shellfire and vermin experienced by
the senders.
Another reminder of trench warfare is
contained in the faded maps of the trenches
where men lived, fought and all too often
died. A silent witness to the horror is the
rifle with fixed bayonet also on display.
Another sinister reminder of World War I
is the fearsome looking gas mask. For those
who encountered gas attacks this unwieldy
piece of equipment helped to save lives.
Others, less fortunate caught unprepared
died in agony, whilst those who survived
suffered for the rest of their lives as a
consequence of damaged lungs.
Installation ceremonies were recently held for the Myrtle Chapter, Order of the Eastern
Star in Truro, Nova Scotia. Area ladies who took part in the ceremony included, left to
right, former area resident Doris McKinley now of Truro, Elsie McKinley of Zurich,
Worthy Matron Joan Campbell of Truro, Leila Johnston of Clinton and Helen MacLean of
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More decorative, but no less interesting
are dress dirks from both wars, one of
Russian origin from World War I, and two
German specimens, Luftwaffe and Navy,
from World War II. The prismatic compass
and binoculars were part of the equipment
in both wars as was the signal pistol used for
firing 'Verey' flares. Its uses included
signals to attack and withdraw - a simple
form of communication with, the disad-
vantage that it was equally apparent to the
enemy. Something similar was also used at
sea, and was instrumental in the saving of
lives of air crews brought down in the water.
Perhaps more important to remember is
the fact that these artifacts represent more
than an historical record. By courtesy of
their owners they are personal contributions
to the display, each with its own special
memories.
But wars continue, despite the efforts to
prevent and contain them, and the 'Peace -
Keeping Beret' represents a token of the
young men who fulfil a difficult and often
frustrating role at the present time. Recent
events hayve demonstrated only too
poignantly that 'peace -keeping' may often
demand the ultimate sacrifice.
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y Blanche Deeves
MIDDLETON - On Sunday morning In St.
James' Anglican Church communion was
celebrated with Rev. Reynolds in charge.
Lisa Storey assisted the rector and Matthew
Steenstra received the Sunday School col-
lection. The church offering was received by
James Storey and Ray Wise.
There will be no church at St. James' Mid-
dleton Church next Sunday. The congrega-
tion is invited to Bayfield to The Remem-
brance Day Service at St. Andrew's United
Church and Clan McGregor Cenotaph.
On Nov. 20 at St. James' everyone is in-
vited to come and hear the choir from Saint
Stephen's School of Durham, Ontario who
have been and sang at the Cathedral of St.
John the Divine, New York City, Maidston,
England and Christ Church, Tom's River,
New York. There are 22 boys in this choir
and the Saint Stephen's Choir is presently in
its 10th year. It now practices in a 46 -foot
long two -floor building. Please come out to
St. James' Middleton and hear and enjoy
these boys in song.
The A.C.W. of St. James' will meet
Thursday evening at the home of Vera
Miller. Ladies, last call for your pennies,
rolled please.
Playground Equipment
Program (P PEP)
The group would like to say thank you to
all that gave their support for the
Playground dance held last Friday night.
Ross and Mabel Middleton's recent house
guests were Paul and Elsie St. Jacques, Bet-
ty Ross, Myril Brason and daughter, Myril
Lynn, Mabel's relatives from Sault Ste.
Marie and Searchmont. It was the first visit
for Myril and her daughter and they found
the area interesting and delightful.
Ross and Mabel were in Ottawa last week
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to visit friends and relatives.
A recent visitor with Delores and Alvin
Dutot was Delores' sister Mary Atwood of
Detroit.
The Board of Management off St. James'
Church met at the church Nov. 2 with Rev.
Reynolds in the chair. Estelle Wise read the
minutes and Edward Wise presented the
financial statement. The new Sunday School
bulletin was hung, made by Ray Wise.
A motion was made to let the Winthrop
Construction put the roof on the church. Bi-
ble markers to be dedicated November 20 in
memory of Ethel and Pendry Watkins,
Blanche Deeves' parents.
The Vestry meeting will be held Jan. 10 at
Camborne House with a pot -luck lunch.
January 5 the finance committee will meet.
The Nominating Committee will include
Dean Aldwinckle, Bill Steenstra and Audrey
Middleton.
Mrs. Taylor is 80 years young
By Mary Chessell
VARNA - Bill and Helen Taylor hosted a
family party on Saturday night following
dinner at the Captain's Cove in Bayfield.
The party was in honor of Bill's mother, who
was eighty years young on Nov. 1.
Harvey Hayter had a second eye implant
on Friday last in St. Joseph's Hospital in
London, and returned home Saturday night.
The study book "Jesus Means Life" was
introduced at the Varna U.C.W. meeting last
Thursday evening. It centered around the
different concepts we have of what the
person Jesus was really like. A filmstrip
titled "Who Do You Say That I Am?"
showing the interpretations of many artists
was shown. Margaret McClymont, Shirley!
Taylor and Joyce Dowson were in charge of
the program, and presented a worship
service on the theme "Knowing the Person
Jesus". They did a skit "The Laundry Room
Group" which showed how conversation
among friends can lead to an interest in
Bible study.
Donations were made to Alma College,
Family and Children's Services and the
Sunday School. Boxes are to be packed for
shut-ins we like to remember and visit
especially during the Christmas season. A
time of silence was observed in memory of
Elva Webster.
On December 1 we will entertain former
members with a pot luck supper
UCW study international concerns
By Isabel Scott
BRUCEFIELD - The theme of the general
UCW meeting held on Nov. 1 was World
Outreach. Joyce Wilson, Marian Hill and
Evelyn McBeath read articles about
missions in Canada and Asia.
A discussion followed on the advisability
of continuing caring for a foster child,
followed by the scripture hymns and prayer.
President Beatrice Stoll read a poem and
the minutes, roll call and treasurer's report
were given.
Donations will be made to Huronview Day
care centre, to the Milton Society, for the
Blind and to Alma College.
The next meeting will be at 12:30 p.m. on
Dec. 6 in the form of a pot luck dinner and
boxes for the shut-ins will be packed
following the meeting.
People
Visiting on the weekend with Mr. and Mrs.
Capacity crowd at service
By Margaret Hoggarth
KIPPEN - We're pleased to report that
Bert Thompson has now returned home
from hospital and we wish him a speedy
recovery.
Elizabeth Faber, Mattie McGregor, and
Margaret Hoggarth attended the WMS 80th
Anniversary Service of Cromarty
Presbyterian Church on Nov. 3.
The Nov. 16 meeting of Kippen )last
Women's Institute to be held at the home of
Thea Wisch, will take the form of an educa-
tional meeting, with Jim Chapman as guest
speaker. Roll call to be answered by "an
everyday mistake in grammar" ladies,
don't forget your helpful hint for Mona.
United Church News
The 116 Anniversary service of St. An-
drew's was held on Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. with a
capacity crowd of members and visitors.
Reverend Roy Babstock of Parkview United
Church, Stratford, was the guest minister.
Mrs. Gerald Moffatt presided at the organ.
The Craigellen singers of Goderich enhanc-
ed the celebration of the occasion with the
rendition of three'imusical selections.
The minister's sermon was most inspiring
and particularly appropriate for the an-
niversary celebration, by giving due praise
and credit to the founders and the dedication
of those who have carried on the work of the
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