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Ae WOT, Sar A a IN nl Dow ~ had Loo rl NY SNA Pr « Se hn AA RAG SEN NNR PR 10 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, May 25, 1978 Pioneer Days at museum attracts 100's of visitors According to the many hundreds who came to visit Scugog Shores Museum this past weekend, the two-day opener, "Pioneer Days" must become an annual event. There was some- thing for everybody, the decision as to what to see first was the only problem. Dr. Matthew B. Dymond congratulated the commun- ity on the great growth and development of the Museum as he officially opened it for its ninth season last Satur- day. Dr. Dymond spoke of the place of people in history and of how, walking through the buildings, he was able to visualize the life styles of those who came before us and better appre- ciate our present way of life. Some first headed over to the display of antique vehic- les, admired the old steam engines in operation or else climbed onto the seats of the wicker buggy or the democrat and dreamed. Others preferred to ex-- amine the dog power in action. "Beauty" walking on the spot on the inclin disc would set the butter churn turning. Nearby the blacksmith shoed horses, skillfully, while answering all the why's and how's of the children watching him. In the tent, a constant flow of people examined the array of implement seats, admired the last of its kind hay mowe¥, questioned the candlemaker on how she could obtain such uniformly beautiful candles by dipping, badgered the buttermaking ladies into giving them a taste, thanked the inventors for improving on methods of washing clothes (the models of antique washing machines did not make the ladies pine for one of the same), and tusnetl the handle of the apple peeler, marvelling at the results. The supreme treat came when after lining up, one received a cone of rich homemade ice cream. Licking happily, they wandered off to watch the log cutting or shingle making machines and rope making in action. Square dancing was a popular attraction for both spectators and dancers from Port Perry Senior Citizens Club. Fae an." 6G Dini Page operating 100-year-old rug loom. Similar demonstrations can be seen at Museum every weekend. Photo courtesy Matthew Stichmann. After watching the sheep being sheated, they could, follow the procedures of the thick wool being carded and spun by expert spinners. EVENTS The different contests drew many enthusiastic par- ticipants. Wendy Bateman expertly obtained a 54" peel from her apple. Reta Wilson proved that practice makes perfect, 26 very straight, thin slices of bread fell onto the bread board in the shortest time. Dr. Dymond challen- ged her title, but was unsuc- cessful. Mrs. Eric Hunting- ton won the play-off in the nail driving contest. All she needed were 4 hits on the head. Armour McMillan elimin- ated all opposition as he tied his bag of grain at grease lighting speed.. Bernie Goth- am and Gerald Kelly teamed up to win the log-sawing competition in one minute, 29 seconds. Gerald Kelly, also, proved to be an expert at log split- ting. His opposition was not satisfied so they challenged him to a repeat performance on Sunday after, he is still the champion. In spite of the spongy terrain, the horse shoe pitch- ing contestants enjoyed the two-day event. Albert Jef- frey and Roy McLaughlin won hands down. Kim Rowland and David Irvine hopped along to win the Sack race. Esther Kelly -- and Krista Carr, fell and tumbled but hit the finish line first in the three-legged race. Susan Fedyk and Elizabeth Kelly accomplish- ed the same feat in the senior division. Paul Bateman and Mike Brunton teamed up to win the Wheelbarrow race. A challenge had been issued to neighbouring his- torical societys for the Ladies' Tug of War. A team from Uxbridge and one from Cannington arrived ready to take on our champions, Iva Phoenix, Doreen Adam, Joan Scott, Helen Redman and Barbara Phair, coached by Elizabeth Stichmann. They remain the champions! Continuous musical enter- tainment was provided in the blue tent both Saturday and Sunday afternoons. This program was arranged by Hazel Slemmon. The excel- lent Master of Ceremonies was Irvin Gibson who was also in charge of the P.A. system. Those taking part were as follows: Irvin Gib- son, Russ Baird, Charles Reesor, Lillian and Albert Harper, Senior Citizens' Square Dancers, Rev. Victor Parsons of Blackstock, Janet and Marlene Parsons of Blackstock, Ivan Allin of Columbus, Lillian and Danny Reesor of Toronto, Senior Citizen's Choir under the direction of Win Philip, Edna Beckett, Ethel and George Freeman, Scugog Orchestra under the direct- ion of Eva Hunter. Inside the Museum build- ings there was something to appeal to everyone; a Gents' Outfitters for father, a lovely glass display for mother, for the child, Children's toys and clothing, and for the student, displays of Eskimo Art and an Indian Scene with animals. All these may be found in the main building along witha Lamp Shop, a Craftsman's Corner, new Frise material and General Watch those fingers! showed a deft touch in the bread slicing contest. LAA Wie, & GALE om. Doctor M. B. Dymond . \ me fp REG Bruce Carr operates the drag saw, a piece of machinery used in logging operations a half century ago. Store. At the Church, you may have your picture taken before the Leonard backdrop that may have framed a picture of your grand- mother. The Log Cabin shows an early school room, complete with confiscated "jacks" in the teacher's desk. There, too, you can see carpet being made on the Museum's 100- year-old loom every week- end. The carpet is for the Greenbank House which is very lovely and has new touches this year. The Print Shop is in oper- ation this year and, for the opening, printed souvenier sheets. Here also one may get a complete copy of The North Ontario Observer, 1906, which the Star has been reproducing in part for the last few months. These and many other fea- tures may be seen from 1 to5 on weekends (tours on week- days for schools and groups) until July, when the Museum will be open every day except Monday.