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Clinton News-Record, 1986-12-17, Page 6Page 6—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1986 Blyth Standard Heroics rewarded By David Emslie BLYTH - A local man was recently honored with a national bravery award for the part he played in an auto accident rescue. Clarence Baillie, a truck driver with J. and H. Campbell Transport Limitied split the award with Brian Shepley of Essex, a driver for L -K Metal Products. Called the Firestone National Truck Hero Annual Award, it was awarded to the truckers on November 20 in recognition of an outstanding contribution to the trucking industry and highway safety. Mr. Baillie explained how he came to gain his hero status. He and Mr. Shepley were driving in tandem heading west on the 401 on July 9. Just east of Brock Road, Alice Nor- man of Mississauga pulled out to pass both trucks. "She passed the two of us, and after pass- ing him she just went off. She swerved about twice in front of us, then veered right off to the ditch and hit two trees," Mr. Baillie said. "As soon as she hit the first tree the car went into a ball of fire. It was just like you see on television." As soon as the car went off the road both truckers stopped, and ran down to the wreck. Mr. Shepley took a fire extinguisher and Mr. Baillie took a winch bar to free the woman. Mr. Baillie noted that their main worry was to get the fire out and get to the lady. Once the fire was extinguished they left her in the car as she said she had a back injury. When asked whether he worried about his own safety, Mr. Baillie said, "I never even thought of that. It just happened so quick, 1 never thought of it. Afterwards, you start thinking that the gas tank could have blown so quickly." Mr. Baillie explained that he only found out he would be receiving the award a week before the ceremony that was held at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto. "All I knew was I'd been selected (to enter). 1 sent in the forms, and I thought it On November 20 Clarence Baillie, a truck driver from Blyth, was awarded the Firestone National Truck Hero Annual Award for the part he played in rescuing a Mississauga woman from a burning car. (David Emslie photo) was all over with. I was surprised to hear about it," he said. Aside from receiving a plaque, the two truckers split a $1,000 prize, as well as being wined and dined from November 19 to November 21. On top of this they received free accommodations at the King Edward Hotel. The awards ceremony also proved to be a big affair with between 1,300 and 1,400 peo- ple in attendance. "We had standing ova- tions," Mr. Baillie noted. Tykes comeback to defeat Clinton By Kathy Bromley BLYTH - The Tykes travelled to Clinton last Saturday and returned home with another win to their credit after an over- whelming comeback. At the end of the second period, Clinton was leading by a large margin with the score of 6-3 to their credit. After a brief in- termission, Blyth came back, over -flowing with energy, to score six additional goals, while Clinton scored once. The final score was 9-7, with Jeff Cow ,n earning five goals and one assist toThis credit leading the team to victoria with two scor- ing for Blyth were Michael Hagg goals; Shane Burkholder with one goal and Darryl Bromley with one assist. Scoring for Clinton was Johnny Millar, their lead scorer with four goals; Jos Rulk with two goals and Jason Wise with the re- maining goal. The boys travel to Teeswater on Saturday for a tournament playing Walkerton at 10:30 a.m. and Tiverton at 2:30 p.m. Lunch is be- ing provided for the boys by the arena, ad- ding the final touch to an exciting day out on the ice. ' Lost Heir On December 10, six tables were filled for an evening of lost heir. Ella Richmond and Lloyd Walden were the high scorers for the evening. Charlie Smith and Fern Howett earned the prizes for the low scores. Please be reminded that lost heir will not be held throughout the Christmas holidays, but will resume January 7 at 8 p.m. in the Memorial Hall. Euchre On Monday evening, 11 tables were in at- tendance for ploying euchre. The high lady for the evening was Edith Glousher while Ted Mills of Auburn was the high scoring man. The low man for the night was Betty Selker of Seaforth and John Hesslewood scored low for women. The winners of the most lone hands this week were: Mrs. Birr and Albert Quipp. This weeks special prize was won by Margerie East. Euchre resumes again Monday night, so come out and have an evening of fun and relaxation. News Last week, Bert and Dorothy Daer had the pleasure of Dorothy's brother, Gerald Hunk- ing of Petrolia visiting for a day. Quote Of The Week: In the long run, a short- cut seldom is. Students will entertain .senior citizens BLYTH - On December 17, a special presentation of the Christmas Concert will be held in the gym at 1:15 p.m. All of the senior citizens in the area are invited to at- tend and enjoy a preview of the concert which will be held on December 18 at 8 p.m. School will be dismissed for the Christmas holidays at 2:30 p.m. on December 19. Classes will resume at 9 a.m. on January 5. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all the students and staff at Blyth Public School. A Prairie Boy's Winter The Grade 6 class has been reading a book called A Prairie Boy's Winter. The book is filled with exciting memories and colorful paintings about games and chores the children did during the depression on the prairies. On December 12, the Grade 6 class went to see the play called A Prairie Boy's Winter, The Bear Trath which was Theatre. Many of the scenes in the play were exact- ly the same as in the book. To make the play more like a story, some of the scenes were developed into interesting sub -plots. ' The scenery and lighting helped to make the setting realistic.. The acting was good staged at the Blyth Festival and the costumes were bright and eyecatching. by Chrystal Chuckesy - Sara Allan Intramural Volleyball Blyth Public School is organizing lunch hours intramural volleyball. There are six teams competing with students from Grades 5-8. The captains of the teams are: Philip Hubbard (Warriors), Darryl Elliott (Short Stuffs), Ricky Howson (Rug Rats), Michael Pawitch (Poo's Panthers), Troy Chambers (Destroyers), and Dave Bell (Scorpions), Tied in first place are the Warriors and the Short Stuffs. At the end of the season, playoffs will be held and the first and fourth place teams play off, as well as the second and third. The winners of those play-offs and the overall winners get armbars at the end of June. By Kevin Souch i UCS Christmas supper features cookie exchange By Dora Shobbrook LONDESBQRQ_ - There were 32 people present at the Christmas pot luck supper here on December 8. Serving supper were Audrey Thompson, Helen Lawson and Margaret Good. Aside from the members, there were several in- vited guests present. The blessing was repeated before presi- dent Joan Whyte welcomed all. A cookie ex- change was then conducted by Helen Lee. The program was "Christmas, the night that was". Gail Lear was the pianist. Following each carol a narrator gave a TOWNSHIP OF HULLETT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Hullett will be meeting on Tuesday, December 30, 1986 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers to fill the office of Councillor, a seat that has become vacant due to the resignation of a member of Council. Any elector of the Municipality, who is interested in serving as a council member for the remainder of the current term, and who is qualified to do so, should notify the Clerk in writing prior to 5:00 p.m. local time, on Monday, December 29, 1986 in order to be considered by Council at the above mention- ed meeting. Harry Lear Clerk Treasurer reading. Those reading were Helen Lawson, June Fothergill, Margaret Good, Dora Shob- brook, Audrey Thompson, .Edythe. Beacom._ and Kittie McGregor. Joan Whyte introduced the guest speaker, Laurie Erb. She works with the mentally retarded and the terminally ill. She spoke on BE zEtiDY FOR THE COLD WEFiTI1ER!!! • Snowmobile Pre -Season Checks • Motorcycle Winterizing • ATV Cold Weather Tune-up CLINTON ENGINE SERVICE es All work guaranteed! 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Electrical Contractors Appliance Soles & Sito all makes Retrigerervce otion Service Open 6 days a week 40 Years Built by Ouaiity.&Servlce*ri/ Welsh-amOntario357-2451 Long distance TOLL FeEE 1.800.265.3025 4, • HEATING - the dying person's bill of rights and gave each person a copy. She was thanked and presented with a gift by Brenda Radford. A contest which was prepared by Mary Peel was conducted by Helen Lee in Mary's absence. Joan Whyte thanked the kitchen help and program committee. The meeting was clos- ed with a prayer by Rev. Snihur. Masonic Lodge The Hullett Masonic Lodge A7 and AM number 568 held their annual installation ceremony during their December 9 meeting. Victor Stackhouse was installed as Wor- shipful Master of Hullett Lodge 568. The other officers are Murray Nesbitt, Dave Lee, William Vincent, Robert Anderson, Gordon' Shobbrook, Jack Lee, Lorne Snell, George Nesbitt, Clare Vincent, Robert Shaddick, Robert Thompson, Bruce Shill- inglaw, Alan Caldwell, and` William Leiper. Clare Vincent was the installing master for the installation and investiture of the officers. United Church A large number of -people attended the ad- vent service on December 14 at the Londesboro United Church. Greeting the people to the church were Rev. Snihur and Jack Tamblyn, while the ushers were Den- nis Penfound, Bill Bromley, Don McGregor and Ed Salverda. Carol singing, which was held at 10:15 a.m., was led by Rev. Snihur. Gail Lear was at the organ and she was assisted by Sara Lyons and Deanna Lyons. Rev. Snihur gave the call to worship and welcomed all. He gave a special welcome to the bell ringers from Wingham. Following his welcome he gave the follow- ing announcements. Mabel Scott died on December 14 at the age of 94 in Huronview. The funeral will be on December 17 at 2 p.m. The flowers in the church were in loving memory of .���.e, , mo���� � the wife of Isabel (Jameison), wife of Arthur Colson of Clinton. There will be a fancily Christmas service on December 21, and on December. 24 the- Christmas Candlelight service will begin at 8 p.m. The children collected the ornaments for the congregation and the choir decorated the tree with them. The third advent candle of peace was lit by John and Helen Lyon and family. For children's time they looked at a chocolate church and a mouse puppet that found -a Christmas tree. The junior teacher was Yvonne Hoggart. The Wingham bell ringers favored ,the church members with two numbers, which were enjoyed by all. After the service a pot luck dinner was served, after which Crystal Whyte con- ducted some games. The Grade 2 and younger children played fruit games and musical chairs while the older children clos- ed their eyes and tried to guess who was touching them. A sing song was then led by Gail and Harry Lear, and treats were given to the children by Santa Claus. Rev. Snihur thank- ed the Life and Work committee. Bus trip Nine people from Londesboro enjoyed a bus trip on December 12 to the Geritol Follies in Hamilton. Those who made the trip included Ethel Ball, Hazel Watkins, Beth Knox, Betts Verway, Mattie McGregor, Annie Vincent, Ruth Vincent, Clara Riley and Renee Snell. Personals Beth Knox visited on December 14 with her cousins Ken and Hulda Hobbs in Ailsa Craig. The community was shocked to learn of the sudden death of Mabel Scott at Huron- view on December 14. She was 94. 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