Clinton News-Record, 1984-09-12, Page 7ip
An impressive model steam locomotive constructed by Charles and
Russell Sibbiek of Brantford attracted onlookers at the Blyth
Threshermen's Reunion. The Sibbick's display of antique gas
engines was one of the many exhibits shown at the three-day event.
(Shelley McPhee photo)
Eating was a main event at the Threshermen's Reunion and a favorite spot was the bean
pot, sponsored by the Huron County Pioneer Museum. Home baked beans, corn on the
cob and popcorn, all cooked by steam, were served and four-year-old Michelle Cook of
Seaforth enjoyed her share. (Shelley McPhee photo)
Blyth Steam show '84
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They came in all shapes and sizes to the reu-
nion and this happy faced fellow took part in
the Saturday morning' parade that wound its
way through Blyth streets. (Shelley McPhee
photo)
Young Rhonda ,Howatt of Blyth took third
place in the stepping dancing competition
held at the reunion. Rhonda competed in the
tiny tot, .eight -years and under category.
(Shelley McPhee photo)
Earl Mellwain (right) of Goderich is one of the Thresher Association's oldest members.
The 89 -year-old brought his steam engine out to the 1984 showing. ( Shelley McPhee
photo)
The Bluewater Shrine Club took
part in Blyth's Bicentennial Parade
on September 8 and Allan, 3, and Rhonda Gibbings, 5, got some candy treats
from the man in the little car. (Shelley McPhee photo)
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A best ever showing of crafts took place at the Blyth Threshermen's Reuion. Angela
Staples, 6, Joey, 4, and Jenny, Grandpa Joe Lane of RR 2 Dublin particularly lik-
ed the ceramic horses displayed by a Dresden craftsman. (Shelley McPhee photo)
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