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ThewAnetiOa... 0'0%00100V the Ladies
of TirudWinglietMWOMen's group was held
in the Pariah Hall. Op May 2. It was well
supported as the& :Were about 40 people
present,
AR the items put up for sale had been
conilthited and ranged from „a TV set in
woriting order two a miniature cup and
sanded rresideut, LWan Beakhust, was the
auctioneer, and Vera Gregg assisted her, as
did Mr. Beakhust :and Karen Pounder who.
also provided a welcome cup of tea.
Altogether some 70 items were offered
for sale, some of which. were very fine
bargains indeed. The total raised is not yet
available, but the indications are that the
project has considerably increased the
funds, which the group donate to work in the
Mission field.
To all who contributed in time, goods and
purchasing a sincere thank you for your
support.
Archives windows
The Historical Society has undertaken to
maintain displays in the window of the
Archives Room at the Public Library. A
program has been worked out, but there are
still some vacant weeks, so if you
organization has a special project, why not
contact Helen Owen (565-2956) or Annie
Johnston at the Library. These windows are
a focal point and just right for reflecting
current events and local happenings.
Library News
Over 100 books which belonged to his
sister, the late Dorothy McLeod have been
donated to the library by John McLeod.
It is a fine selection of hard cover books,
the subjects ranging from historical novels,
books about the lakes and boats and an
interesting edition of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'.
In good condition, and. covering a wide
variety of interests; this collection serves
not only to implement the library but to
recall the lady to whom they belonged.
Don't forget that Angus Baxter will be at
the Library on Wednesday May 15 at 2:30
p.m. talking about genealogy. An expert on
the subject of tracing one's roots, Mr.
Baxter will be explaining the sources of
information as well as displaying examples
of records, familytrees and wills.
Admission is free! It is an excellent
opportunity for those already engaged on
such research, as well as those interested in
making a start. The program is presented
by the Huron County Public Library, with
the assistance of Ontario Library - Saugeen
and the Outreach Ontario Program of the
Ministry of Citizenship and Culture.
A preventative child idenfication program was sponsored by the Bayfield Optimists on
May 4. More than 85 children were photographed and fingerprinted in the Q -Print pro-
gram that deals with facts and information used by the police when Children are reported
missing. Optimist Bill Talbot was on figerprinting duty, and young Lucas Shanahan, 3, of
Bayfield Mark Butcher, 6, of Bayfield, was among the area children to be identified.
(Shelley McPhee photo)
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Special birthdayswere celebrated in
town. The Jack Merners had a family
gathering to honor the six members of their
family who arrived on this earth in Aprils
past.
Joan's mother and father Kate and Eldon
Wilson came from Brussels, Helen Fisher of
Goderich, Kevin Schmidt who lives in
Mildmay, daughter Valerie and daughter-
in-law Kathy Merner made up the sextet
who provided such a good excuse for a
family gathering.
Harvey MacDougall was one very
properly surprised manon Saturday. Invited
to dinner by his niece and nephew Grace and
James Doliery he went innocently with them
to St. Andrew's Church where, he was told
the ladies were holding a supper.
Well, they certainly were, but the guests,
over 30 were nearly all Harvey's relatives.
Pretty hard to stage such an
overwhelming surprise, but Doris achieved
it by writing in February to theitalented
catering group of the church. Turkey and all
the _trimmings with appropriate flower
arrangements provided an excellent
beginning for the evening of family fun
enjoyed at the MacDougall's home.
They came from Lucknow, where Harvey
was born 80 years ago, Seaforth, London,
Toronto and Mississauga. The oldest was 93
and the youngest Jamie Doliery aged six.
But all ages joined in the musical
performance. An impromptu band with
Harvey's sister at the organ, a niece at the
piano and a nephew with a banjo as well as a
violinist and that amazing instrument, the
gut bucket, kept the toes tapping as they
played such old favorites as The Dark Town
Strutters Ball. Luckily there was a tape
made of the performance and guests can
now enjoy a recap of that delightful affair.
Many know the MacDougalls well. They
came to Bayfield some years ago, after
Harvey's varied career had led him to
Jasper Park, the Queen Charlotte Islands,
• North West Territories while engaged with
Canadian Pacific Airlines' Tourist Industry
and thence to Owen Sound, Guelph and
Toronto where he worked with the Co-
operators Insurance Company.
Coming to Bayfield both he and his
talented artist wife quickly became involved
in community activities. It was he who
initiated the Bluebird Society, although
their success was limited it was a valiant
effort, at least these people tried.
Both he and Doris are active members of
St. Andrew's United Church, the Bayfield
Garden Club and the Historical Society most
of all they are held in great affection by all
who know them. Many happy returns
indeed.'
A welcome to Mavis and Clifford
Freeman, who after ouryea$ot
back and forth to Windsor hasnt$
called it a day for Cliff's busilleSS: oar
with Hiram Walker Cowen)/ WA canIAM
enjoy life as full fledged villagers,
They have three sons, all Married
living in Windsor and three grandsoal.O •
whom, will find roonfriivisit in the beloved*
old home of the Misses Drouin wadi- the
Freeman's acquired from the LecOnapta
family. Alf and Bessie Seotchiner alSo lived
here and each of these owners has
thoughtfully left the Drouin Sister' Guest
Book, which makes most interesting
reading.
Mavis is a quilter and Cliff looks forward
to planned additions to the Imse,
workshop for starters. The village looks
forward to having them as members of the
Garden Club and the Historical Society the
Agricultural Society and the general good
fellowship of this friendly community.
Margaret Fawcett is in Clinton Hospital
after surgery last week. We hope this wP
prove the last of Margaret's troubles, whidb
she has borne with such fortitude over the,
last few years. Bayfield would like her to
write a family memoir of the McLeods while
she is recuperating. It is a story we would all
like to have on record.
Mert Merner too is recovering from
surgery in Victoria Hospital, London. Mert
is another one who can claim descent from
one of Bayfield's ' pioneer families. A
devoted father, he was one of those who saw..
the need for an arena in Bayfield and set to
with other members of the Lions Club to see
that the village had one.. The hours of
volunteer labor and expertise these many
gave to the project should never be
forgotten
OWOPE
Seven days -a -week 8:30 am to 5 pin
BOB'S FISH MARKET
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That arena is gone and the'new facility is
an asset to the community, but the efforts of
those determined men should be an
inspiration to all.
The Lions are still doing splendid things
for. others. The first of the Friday night
bingos was a fund-raiser for the worthwhile
things these men with the Lioness do each
year. Stella Gautcher from Goderich won.a
jack pot of $100 as did Ann Sallows of Clinton
and Pearl Hutchings of Bayfield. These
Bingos will be held every Friday night
throughout the summer at the Community
Centre by the Lions Club.
These indefatigable gentlemen do relax
sometimes and such an occasion presents .
itself when they go for their annual visit to a -
companion club at Port Sanilac, Michigan.
This will take place Monday, May 13.
Mernbers are advised to meet at Lion Joe
Brandon's Hardware Store at four in the .
afternoon. Good Fellowship guaranteed.
This is a tribute to a brave and wise dog
Tasha, who managed to get his young .
master Vince Fitzsimons to safety but lost
his own life, to two heedless people who were .
• racing around the corner to Anne Street by
the FitzsimonS' home. Bayfield does not '
take kindly to this kind of behavior, our
children are the greatest asset and certainly
Vince owes his life to Tasha. Shame to those
drivers, keep off our streets. -
It is Flowers of Hope month' and this
village has personal reasons for supporting
this organization in its efforts to help the
families of the mentally handicapped. Give
generously when your canvasser calls.
"KLOMPEN FEEST"
DANCE
Saturday, May 18,1985
CLINTON COMMUNITY CENTRE
Musk by "Whiskey Jack"
'3.0 0 per person Dancing 9 p.m. 1 a.m.
5 YEAR GIC '
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Foster parents
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ted:
rk,
Being a foster parent is a tough job. It's full-time. Twenty-four hours a day. Often
frustrattng, and always demanding of your patience, energy and love.
Yet despite its demands, or maybe because of them, thousands of
people take foster children into their homes each year.
Some are diildren, some are teenagers. Some have special physical or
emotional needs. But all have one thing in common. They need a sense
of place and security to help them through a difficult period in their lives,
and to prepare them for reuniting with their families.
There's a very basic joy in sharing with a child or young person some of
the richness that life has given you.
As part of a team of social workers and other professionals, you'll be helping
foster children and their parents when they need help most And helping
yourself at the same time, to mature and grow as an individual.
If you'd like to learn more about becoming a foster parent, contact your local
Children's Aid Society or Family
and Children's Services.
It's not an easy task Few jobs
demand more of a person.
But fewer still give more in return.
Ministry of Community
and Social Services
Ontario
A
-BAYFIELD-
RATE PAYERS ASSOCIATION
GENERAL
SPRING MEETING
Saturday, May 18th
9:30 a.m,,
at the
BAYFIELD COMMUNITY
CENTRE