Clinton News-Record, 1985-07-17, Page 10it seemed everyone in Bayfield and surrounding areas were
Association's annual rummage sale on July 12. People of all
the arena floor looking at the variety of items for sale.
at
the Bayfield Pioneer Park
ages made their way around
(Anne Narejko photo)
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By Helen Owl'
It was appropriate that the Garden Club
should hold its July, meeting outside. The
hosts on this occasion were Harry and Isobel
Mitchell, and on July 8 members gathered
in their pleasant and well cared for garden
in the cool of the evening.
The program was made up of a panel of
three speakers. Harvey McDougal opened
with useful hints on propagation such as
when to take cuttings, how to utilize new
growth, rooting hormones, selection of
cuttings, combinations of suitable soils and
mixtures. Mr: McDougal also offered
samples and the loan of good reference
books, and then proceeded to answer
questions from the audience.
The next speaker was Mrs.- Leda
McAlister. Her reputation as an authority on
herbs and their usage, was enhanced by her
interesting presentation of herbs and
flowers which could be eaten. From a large
bowl she selected the individual items,
named them and explained how they might
be used, and also the ways in which they had
been used for medicinal purposes. Whether
it was in salads, soups, tea infusions or for
their healing propensities, the plants were
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s and scents
identified and- processing, when required,
explained,
The last speaker Doris Hunter who had
chosen as her subject - the Scented Garden.
She'said that for her part of the beauty and
romance of the garden was the perfume of
the flowers. She described suitable locations
so that in summer the scent might be
enjoyed- through open , windows. In
particular she made reference to the
Garden for the Blind which concentrated on
perfumed varieties. Mrs. Hunter listed the
wide variety of scented plants which she had
acquired for her own garden together with
those that grew there originally. In
conclusion she suggested that a little
sentimentality in planting a garden was just
as essential as the more practical aspects.
President, Harold Beakhust, thanked the
speakers for their contributions and the
Mitchells for their hospitality.
New Blinds for
Municipal Building
One thing about the Bayfield Garden Club
is the enthusiasm and practical turn of mind
which is exhibited by the membership. The
latest initiative is the provision of blinds for
the Municipal Building, a project for which
donationS'- were also received from the
Historical Society and the Wednesday
Bridge Group:
Added to the amenitities for the showing
of films which have already been provided
(the screen and the projector ,table) the
blinds will improve the showing of films and
slides during daytime meetings and on
summer evenings. The use of the Municipal
Building is free of charge to the community
who will now have the benefit of the better
facilities for photographic presentations.
Upcoming events
Too hot to spend time in the kitchen
baking for the family and visitors? Never
mind - mark Saturday, July 20 on the
calendar now, because at 11 a.m. the ladies
of Trinity Anglican Church will be holding
their annual Bake Sale in the Parish Hall of
Trinity Church.
As always there will be a good selection of
fresh, delicious home baked pies, tarts,
cakes and preserves. Don't be late - it's
always a sell out.
J1JST A REMINDER the Lioness Fashion
Show, dessert party and auction is on
Thursday, July 18 from 1- 4.
Bargains and treasures atsale
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By Doris Hunter
The Annual Rummage Sale was a terrific
bash. Congratulations are in order for Con-
venor Victoria McKenzie and her many
helpers. People gave generously and small
types and adults went home with great
treasure&
Neil Mustard couldn't wait to sport his
splendid scarlet lined cloak and elegant
velvet cap and Charles Rogers was announ-
cing his graduation from dear knows what
in the white mortar board he had purchased.
Books were legion, Councillor ° and Mrs.
Lloyd Huffman brought cartons of paper
backs and the quality of the hard cover
books has never been better ranging from
Elsie Dinsmore to the latest Michener Opus.
Noble people contributed to the homebaking
table and the treasu°es, ah the treasures.
Start stashing things away now for next
year. The President George Fellows says a
great big thank you to everyone.
Baseball win
The Bayfield Pizza Palace Crust Rollers,
defeated the Clinton ball team 9-8 in
Bayfield on July 8. The Bayfield team is
practising faithfully each Saturday morning
starting at 10 a.m. We really should have a
battle cry and a cheerleading section for this
young team. Who knows how many of the
players will make the Blue Jays?
Crediting the craftsman
Last week we wrote about the unique
party given by Elva Metcalf, to our reset we
used the wrong name for the talented
craftsman, who turned the posts for her
fence which are exact replicas of the
originals. The late Ken McNee was the
skillful man, who did this work. This type of
fencing was popular in Bayfield. People
ordered it from Eaton's catalogue around
1920, but only a few ,homes had these
splendid posts. Mr. Schilbe is pretty sure,
they were turned by Sylvanus Gann an
earlier artist in the craft.
Council to recognize donation
BAYFIELD = Now that the municipality of
Bayfield has officially received the lots
deeded by the Pioneer. Park Association,
council discussed ' the proper way to
commemorate the donation. Marina
committee chairman Councillor Jim Quick
introduced the question at the July 15
regular meeting. .
• Councillor Quick suggested •a simple.
plaque with the notice the land was donated
by Pioneer Park Association "affixed to a
suitable rock or a small concrete block."
He said the total cost could come in under
$200 with the plaque estimated at $75. The
firm the councillor had discussed the ,
proposal with said the marker could be
completed in four weeks.
Councillor Quick asked for direction from
council. Reeve Dave Johnston suggested the
association be contacted for input.
Councillor Lloyd Huffman. commented that
the nam' Jowett, the original• owners who
donated the land to Pioneer Park, should be
included on the plaque.
That sentiment was backed by Peg
Willockduring council's"10 minute question
and answer period which follows '.each
meeting.
"I think the name Jowett should be
mentioned: they were the original owners.
Somehow things seem to get lost after a
hundred years and the Jowett name should
be remembered," she said. -
Council directed Councillor Quick to seek
information from the association. •
Godbolt subdivision
According to water agreements presented
to council by Harvey and Jesse Godbolt, it
appears the municipality has committed
itself to providing water to subdivision
residents at a fixed rate for a 20 year period.
The Godbolts informed council after
extended discussion that the council in office
at the time the subdivision was started
about six years ago had asked the couple for
water agreements.
Once the water is turned on for a lot, the
water agreements call for the municipality
to provide water for a guarenteed price for
the 20 year period following.
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF ONTARIO
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A Committee of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario will meet to consider Bill 30, An Act to
amend the Education Act, during July and August, 1985, in Room 151, Legislative Building,
Queen's Park, Toronto, in Windsor, London, Kingston, Ottawa, Thunder Bay, and Sudbury and
in certain other locations throughout: Ontario,.
Written submissions are invited from individuals, groups or organizations wishing to comment
on the above -noted Bill. All briefs should be deposited with the Clerk of the Committee not later
than Friday, August 2, 1985. Requests for the oral presentation of briefs should be directed
immediately to the Clerk of the Committee for consideration of the Committee.
Copies of the Bill are available from the Ontario Government Bookstore, 880 Bay Street,
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1 Y8 or through the mail order service, Publications Centre, 880 Bay
Street, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1Y8. 416/965-6015.
LYNN MELLOR
Clerk of the Committee
Room 110, Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A2
Telephone: 416/965-5774
The agreements call for the municipality
to charge the subdivision's residents $100 for
years one to five, $110 for years six to 10,
$120 for years 11 to 15 and $130 for years 16 to
20. A water agreement comes into effect as
soon as the water is turned on, a detail which
troubles the councillors.
Reeve Dave Johnston revealed that
Councillor Jim Quick had reservations
about. guarenteeing the price of water for an
extended period, of time.
"What Jim is saying is that we don't know
what water will cost in the future. Someone
could build 10 or 20 years from now and we
would have to give them water for this price,
for 20 years," said the reeve.
Clerk treasurer Pat Graham pointed out
that only four years ago water cost $50 and is
now at the $100 mark.
"It 'seems like an unfair burden to the
future taxpayer," said Councillor Quick.
Although...ouncil was unhappy about the
agreements,. all "concurred that the water.
arrangements would have to be honored.
"It sticks in my craw that people can get
these rates 10 years from now but we have to
honor the agreements," summed up—
Councillor
p.._Councillor Lloyd Huffman.
Art exhibition at the bi uf f
By Helen Owen
For the second ye r running, Neal and
Jean Luebke were rsponsible for staging
the highly successfuT'`exhibition of paintings
and photogjaphy, the work of Leda and Alec
McAlister: '
On July 13 and 14 some 160 people took the
opportunity to visit the Gallery on the Bluff
and enjoy the viewing in ideal • cir-
cumstances. This was an art show with a
difference! Entering the gallery through the
greenhouse, viewers were greeted by one of
Leda's pictures "Mexican Madonna" sur-
rounded by a profusion of greenery. By con-
trast the white walled gallery was a perfect
background for the large collection of pain-
tings and photographs arranged in such -a
way that each work stood out as an in-
dividual piece, with ample room to stand
and admire.
Upstairs another room was devoted ex-
clusively to a display of prints, plus some
The New Ritz
. By Doris Hunter
Good news, to see the "Open sign at the
new Ritz again. Roger Pemberton the
owner, is a third generation Bayfielder and
has heard the tale of the old Ritz Fire from
his father and uncles all of whom were
present at that.conflagration.'
The loss of the old Ritz was very sad. It
was a picturesque building with upper
galleries on two sides. Roger has found an
old picture of it, taken in horse and buggy,
days, which he is having enlarged as. a
reminder of early days in Bayfield.
•
originals, framed and 'unframed,' and here
again, the' arrangement provided just the,
right atmosphere.
An additional feature' this year was a
display of hand dyed, hand stitched pure silk
scarves, creations of Bev Walker, of Blyth,
whose glowing colors and delicate. textures
provided .an attractive display. Other items
for sale were books, one by Alec, a selection
of poems by his niece, Catherine Williams,
and a history of Bayfield by Helen Owen.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Luebke are to be con-
gratulated on their arrangements for the ex-
hibition, their courtesy as hosts, and their
arrangements of wild flowers. • The fine
weather and unique setting were undeniable
assets so that after viewing the exhibition,
visitors were also able to enjoy the garden,
scented with herbs and bright with flowers
as well as the beach and waters of the lake.
Far from crowded city, this opportunity t�
enjoy the talents of gifted local artists was a
rare occasionindeed.
open again
1 ne tom name came tram the owner
Martha Ritz and not from an affiliatibn with
the New York hostelry. Mrs. Ritz married
Tom Bailey and they ran the hotel together
for many years.
The fire was devastating, and this hard
working pair thought it was perhaps time to
retire. But Thomas Orr, Peg W illock's
father, held the insurance on the building
and it was he, who encouraged Tom and
Martha to rebuild. It was good advice for we
need all three of our hotels. The new Ritz
now has overnight accommodation, as well
as the excellent meals they have to offer.
Hwy. 84, between Hensel) and Zurich
216-4979
Open 9 to 5:30
Mon. to Sat.
Closed Sunde'av