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Clinton News-Record, 1987-06-24, Page 6411.111111111111116, Page 6--CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 1987 Blyth Standard Students of Blyth Public School tested their bicycle skills as well as safety knowledge when OPP officer John Marshall put them through a test. The event was held under a clear sky on June 19. I Anne Narejko photo) OPP put on bicycle rodeo By Kathy Bromley BI.Y•1'll - On June 19, a bicycle rodeo was held at the Blyth Public School, with Con- stable .1ohn Marshall of the Wingharn OPP detachment as the instructor. The students rode their bikes and were then graded according to how well they knew the rules and most important, how the rules were practised: • The riding course consisted of : riding bet- ween the lines, showing how well they could control their hike : riding in and out around cones; corning to a complete stop at the end of the trail; show the proper signal as they were instructed and to carry it out. Each student was graded on how well they managed and how well they knew their signals. With summer holidays now in progress, hopefully they will abide by the rules and make it safe for everyone. Quote of the Week: Real friends are those who, when you've made a fool of yourself, they don't think that you've done a permanent job! 'eda it 524-2424 OR, CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-265-5593 • Trucking • Gravel, Sand & Stone • Bulldozing • Excavating • Top Soil • Septic Systems "No job is too big or too small" Municipalities can get foreign investors By David Emslie BLYTH - Muncipalities in this area, with the assistance of the county and the pro- vince,. may have the opportunity to meet with foreign investors. Gary Davidson, Director of the Planning and Development Department for the Coun- ty of Huron, was present at Blyth Council's June 9 meeting to explain how the village might become involved in the program. The program, set up through the Ontario Ministry of Industry, Trade and Technology along with the counties and municipalities involved, is run to introduce foreign businesses to the opportunities available in the rural areas. Mr. Davidson explained that before a trip to the Blyth area, or any muncipality can be arranged, the muncipality has to prepare two things. First a profile of the area has to be made up, then they must indentify the different businesses and show what oppor- tunities there are for an outside investor to move in. If accepted, the profiles are sent to foreign areas, including two of the larger investors, Hong Kong and the United States. Once areas are chosen for the investors to see, the province takes the responsibility of shuttling the visitors around, while the municipalities take care of playing host to them. "We found the cost to the county is around $5,000. It's a very effective way to advertise. You have the people here, and you get to,, talk to them, instead of them just reading about the area," Mr. Davidson stated. Most investments are in the $250,000 to $500,000 range, which he said aren't really big investments, but they work well in small municipalities. After explaining the program, and stating that he was speaking to council to see whether Blyth would be interested, Mr. Davidson fielded questions from council. The first question was whether the in- vestments would only be in new industries. "They are in any type of service the municipality doesn't have and feels they could support. Not necessarily manufactur- ing, but business opportunities," he replied. Councillor Bill Howson wanted to know why they should look to offshore investors if the opportunities are here. Mr. Davidson noted that•there is a great desire by offshore interests to get money in- to Canada and invest, and since there is this interest, it is a good idea to capitalize on it. He added, however, that the list of oppor- tunities is circulated across Ontario. "We may go through the process initially to convince an offshore person, and con- vince a local person," he said. While he said he wasn't sure exactly what will come out of it, he hopes to be able to talk with all of the towns and villages in the area in an effort to get them interested. If Blyth decides to participate in the pro- gram they will have to have their profiles ready by the end of the year, and their list of opportunities by next April. The tours are expected to start in September of 1988. Council decided to consider all of the possibilites and discuss the matter more ful- ly at their next meeting. School year comes to close with many activities LONDESBORO - Hullett Central School had a play day on June 17. There were nine events in all. The students from kindergarten to Grade 6 were put into groups of nine or 10 players. The Grade 6 students were the captains, and the Grade 7 and 8's ran the events. At the end of the day the team with the most overall wins won. A special thanks to Mrs. Livermore for organizing the games. Slo-Pitch Tournament The Hullett Hawks went to the Clinton Public School to take part in the slo-pitch tournament. The girls' team tied for first place with Huron Centennial. The scores were: 8-5 for Hullett against Seaforth; 14-5 for Hullett Central ag,ainst Clinton; 6-0 for Huron Centennial; 22-2 for Hullett playing Vanastra and 18-0 for Hullett against Blyth. The boys slo-pitch team tied for second place. The scores were: 2-0 for Huron Centennial; 23-2 for Seaforth; 9-4 for Hullett against Clinton; 10-3 for Hullett playing Blyth. In the last game, the boys from Hullett Central won 24-0 against Vanastra. Thanks to Mr. Talbot and Mrs. Bosman for coaching the girls and for Mr. Griffin's coaching of the boys. Also thanks to Drew Allen and Mike Radford for being umpires. Graduation The Grade 8 class had their graduation supper and ceremony on June 23. Talent Time During the last week of school, students from all grades have been showing of their talent. There have been various musical acts and demonstrations. Also many awards have been handed out for events which pupils have participated in throughout this year. School Year Ending This year is coming to an end. The students were dismissed at 12 p.m. on June 24th. In the morning the students played a game of baseball against the teachers. They said farewell to Mrs. Livermore, who will be transferred to Goderich. Mrs. Hallam will become the Primary -Junior Co- ordinator, and Mr. Higgins will be go- ing to Huron Centennial. Miss Bennett also is leaving for one year of absence to travel in Europe and Australia. . May they enjoy their future work as much as we've enjoyed having them. Hattie Wood entertains at the piano By Dora Shobbrook LONDESBORO - There were 22 present recently when the UCW met here. To open the meeting the blessing was sung and a dessert lunch of strawberries, ice cream and cookies was served by Marion Hunking, Kittie MacGregor, Joy Vodden and Hattie Wood. The program was by Marion Snell, Isabel Scanlon, Heather Jackson and Bernice Norman. The meeting was opened by Marion Snell with a reading, and this was followed by a hymn with Hattie Wood at the piano. Heather Jackson 'then gave a scripture reading, and Bernice Norman followed with the meditation. Heather Jackson then gave a prayer. The offering was received, and happy bir- thday was sung for Joan Whyte and Brenda Radford. A hymn was then sung. Kitty MacGregor introduced the guest speaker, senior public health inspector, Jack McKinnon. He spoke on AIDS and showed a tape on the virus and its symp- toms. He spoke on how it is spread through intercourse, contaminated needles and in- fected blood. Mr. McKinnon also showed a tape on a family member with the disease and how his family cared for him. Isabel Scanlon thanked the guest speaker and presented him with a gift. Business was conducted by president ,Joan Whyte. She welcomed all before the minutes of the last meeting were read by Betty Hulley. For correspondence there were thanks from the Bosman family, Jack and Marion Snell and the families of Edith Lovett and Mary Peel. The treasurer's report was given by Kitty MacGregor and it showed a balance of $1,780.56. The members voted to donate $1,000 to the property fund for the church. For new business the members discussed the fact that the UCW needs a new first vice- president. ,Joan Whyte and Brenda Radford attended the Campsite Experience at Menesting Camp. Joan gave a report on the meeting. The July and August meetings will be cancelled, and the next meeting will be held in September. Cheerio Club The Cheerio Club met at the home of Edythe Beacom on June 19. She welcomed all and Beth Knox was the master of ceremonies. Edythe gave a reading, and then Dora Shobbrook read the minutes of the last meeting along with the treasurer's report. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $39.74. Roll call was answered with a current event and the paying of dues by nine members and one visitor. A draw donated by Margaret Good was won by Mary Longman. The next meeting of group one will be at the home of Laura Lyon. Two contests by Beth Knox were won by Vietta Hogf'art and Edythe Beacom. Some cards were played and a lunch with strawberries was served by Edythe Beacom and Beth Knox. Bus Trip Clara Riley, June Fothergill, Margaret Good, Dora Shobbrook, Vera Gibbings and Mattie McGregor enjoyed a Leisure Tours bus trip on June 17. They travelled to Hamilton to see the 1987 Geritol Follies. Another group that attended the Follies on a Sherwood bus that left from Clinton in- cluded Glen and Doreen Carter, Dave and Marg Anderson, Reta Kelland and Ora Bruce. United Church News Promotion and awards Sunday was held at the United Church on June 21. Greeting members to the church were Rev. Snihur and Garnet Wright and the ushers were Kenneth Penfound, Gerben Wilts, Rick Konarski and Gerrit Wilts. The Sunday School teachers and pupils entered on the processional hymn. Rev. Snihur welcomed all and gave the call to worship along with the following an- nouncements. On June 28 there will be a pancake breakfast from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with a silver collection at the door. The breakfast will be followed by a hymnsing. Following the morning service that Sunday there will be a congregational meeting to discuss the proposal of sharing their minister with the Auburn congregation. An outdoor service and congregational picnic will be held on July 5 at 11 a.m. at the com- munity park in Seaforth. The presentation of awards was con- ducted by the Sunday school superinten- dent, Laura Scott. Getting diplomas were Tammy Darlene Vincent, Kara Lee Potter, and Kimberly Ann Salverda. Receiving their second year seals were Suzanne Salverda, Peter Thompson, Gray Snihur, Michael Lyons, Melissa Snell, Jen- nifer Jackson, Katie Snell, Carrie Salverda, Karen Trick, Lyndsey Salverda, Katrina McGregor and Greg McClinchey. Ben Thomson; Karen Bergsma, Michael Salverda, Darrell Bergsma, Pamella Salverda, Cheri Taylor, Sharon Bergsma, Lawrence Bergsma and Richard Bergsma received their three year seals. Those that received their four year seals were Angie Konarski, Shannon Scott, Early Thomson and Christopher Knox. The only fifth year recipient was ,Jennie Konarski while for sixth year they were ,Jen- nifer Szusz and Jason Konarski. Christie Scott, ,Joanne Wilts and Rhonda Howatt received their seven year seals while Kent Shillinglaw, Todd Shaddick, Bil- ly .Jim Scott, Kevin Shillinglaw and Scott Shaddick received theirs for eight years. 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