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mmm Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday. March 6, 2002 ) 150 Years at The Fair by Myno Van Dyke This will be an exciting year for the fair at Orono. It will be celebrating 150 years. Agricultural Societies were formed to increase the buying power of the farmers. Farmers wanted to have the best stock, seed and implements and by attending the local "Fair" they could learn about what was available. The "Clarke Fair" in 1895 was so successful that it was reported in the Canadian Statesman that "tremendous crowds flocked there Saturday and so greatly encouraged are the Directors that a three day World's Fair is talked of for 1896". There were 2,136 entries that year. The Directors Were a bit overly optimistic as there was no World's Fair in Orono the following following year. For about the first twenty years, the Clarke Agricultural Society held the annual "Show" in the Village of Newcastle. Then, the "Show" alternated between Orono and Newcastle. On even years it was in Newcastle and odd years it was held in Orono. In 1895, it appears that Orono became the permanent home of the Fair. For many years, the Fair was held on a Wednesday and Thursday. Can you imagine that being successful today? Fairgoers were always treated to some insight on the latest technology. In 1858, Mr. Odell of Bowmanville "showed a very ' excellent washing machine, which if brought into general use, will do much to lighten this branch of female labour". There is no mention of any man being involved with it. In 1895, T.N. Rickard of Bowmanville Newcastle Bowling SENIORS LEAGUE j February 26 High Score I GAME GAME ONE TWO Jean Hall 161 Elaine Doty 151 198 Alec Martin 170 160 Bruce Mortimer 167 Eleanor Perrin 1,52 197 Maureen Powell 153 Stan Powell 248 Bertha Powell 163 168 Russell Powell 214 Joyce Stacey 161 John Tigwell 158 Bill Wade 163 Marg Wade 164 demonstrated sewing machines. In 1903, Levi Morris demonstrated the Gramaphone for the first time. In 1912, the Seymour Power Company demonstrated electricity. electricity. People crowded around to see bread being toasted, food being cooked and clothes ironed by this invisible force. The Fair was a great opportunity opportunity for local residents to "bring and brag about" their livestock, poultry, produce, grain and seeds, fruit, dairy produce, baking and crafts. In some cases this fueled neighbourly neighbourly disputes on who had the best. There were many interesting interesting forms of entertainment. In 1894, there was a baseball match and in 1916, a "Fat Man's Race". In 1944 there was a Mouth Organ Contest and the winner was Ross Metcalf. The first Baby Show was in 1910. In 1922, the winner winner was Olive Brown and in 1933, Joyce Sutton was the winner, in 1899, there was a "Speed Contest" for local horses. This year, the Fair celebrates celebrates the 150th • Harvest Homecoming from September 5-8. Jose, Tamblyn, Reid, Rickard, Billings, Brown, Cowan, Rolph, Tamblyn, Moffat.... What do all these familiar family names have in common?. These and many more are part of the amazing history of the fair at Orono. Let's reminisce and include many more names and events in this special anniversary. Add your memorabilia from the horse shows, cattle exhibitions, exhibitions, crops, music, baking, flowers, crafts, 4 H and Junior Farmers and more. Help record more of our fine past in agriculture, and other creative talents as we honour families, friends and neighbours by displaying displaying items to bring back the memories of the Fair at this 150th Harvest Homecoming. You are invited to share your "Fair Treasures" with the Historical Display Committee so we can all enjoy and remember the past at this year's fair. Contact: Judy Plummer 905- 983-5327, Myno Van Dyke 905-987-5482 or Robert Robinson- 905-623-2210. Qaringtm Leading the Way x-Z CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY TO THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES Please quote File No. #03-02 The duties and responsibilities of the Confidential Secretary are performed under the direct supervision of the Director of Community Services. Qualifications: • The successful candidate must be a graduate of a Community College or possess the equivalent education education and experience. • Excellent supervisory and organizational skills are required. • Excellent written and oral communications skills are required. • Demonstrate proficiency in Word for Windows applications, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and the Internet. • Experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive sensitive matters is a necessity. » Experience working with CLASS Recreation software software programs would be an asset. The interview will include written and oral testing to assist in determining the successful candidate. Salary: The position will be remunerated at Level 3 of the Non-Affiliat:ed grid ($37,102 - $48,401). Interested candidates should submit an application and resume no later than 4:30 PM on Friday, March 8th, 2002 to: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home THOUGHTFULNESS, SERVICE & CONCERN A Family Owned Business, Offering: Traditional Funeral Services Pre-arranged & Prepaid Services - Cremation Arrangements Alternatives to Traditional Funerals - Out of Town Shipping CORY KU1PERS - PRESIDENT 53 Division Street ' 905-623-5668 Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 2Z8 OFF STREET PARKING Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT ■aquatic staff ■ Please quote File No. #07-02 The Municipality of Clarington requires Aquatic staff for the Courtice Community Complex, Clarington Fitness Centre, Newcastle Lions Park Pool and Orono Park Pool during the upcoming summer season (June 2002 through September 2002). Positions available: Head Lifeguards ($13.41 per hour) Head lnstructors($13.41 per hour) Lifeguards ($11.57 per hour) . Instructors ($11.57 per hour) Minimum qualifications for these positions are: • Current Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer C.P.R. • Current National Lifeguard Service Award • Current Red Cross and Lifesaving Society • Instructor Certification (for Instructor and Head Instructor positions) • Possess leadership skills and minimum 2 years teaching/lifeguarding experience (for Head Instructor/Head Lifeguard positions) • Minimum 16 years of age • Excellent customer service skills Successful candidates may be required to work shifts at any of the four (4) aquatic facilities, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Anyone wishing more information should contact the Community Services Department at 905-623- 3379 Ext. 272. Interested candidates should submit an application application and resume no later than 4:30 PM on Friday, April 5th, 2002 to: Human Resources Manager Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3A6 Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act .for the purpose of job selection. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.