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by Joyce Kelly Many local residents were Surprised to learn of the unexpected passing of former Purple Hill resident Mrs. E.R. Taylor of Ennis- killen late Saturday night. Mrs. Taylor had attended the Blackstock Fair as she had for many many years and passed away later that night. She was a sister-in-law of Mrs. Wilbur Toms and has many relatives in this area. The funeral will be held on Tuesday from Bowmanville. Pleased to report that Neil Bailey has returned from surgery on his neck to correct a long suffered pro- blem. We wish you a speedy recuperation, Neil. Mrs. Helen Gotham arrived from England on Saturday night to visit her son and his wife, Bernie and Glenys Gotham. Sorry you missed the Fair, Mrs. Gotham. Nancy and Bob Bryans have returned home from three weeks of holidays at their cottage on Sturgeon Lake. About fifty people attended a get-together at the Bryans farm to say "hello" to Art and Janet Essery, Dan, Tammy and Darren visiting the area from St. Cloud, Minnesota. Auction Sales TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 14 SALE TIME: 6:00 P.M. Auction sale- of furniture and antiques for the properties of several Senior Citizens moving into Trinity Manor including GERALD GREGG, W.E. FRANCES, and others, selling at the Wilson Sales Arena, 2 miles north of Uxbridge, including antique organ and stool, exten- sion table, sideboard, drop leaf table, dressers, chests of drawers, dishes (set of blue willow), quilts, garden tools, hand tools, plus a number of other items. Sale at 6:00 p.m. Sale managed and sold by Lioyd Wilson Auctions, Uxbridge 416- 852-3524. S7 SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11 SALE TIME: 11:00 A.M. Auction sale- Clearing auction of antique and contemporary furniture, appliances and other misc. items, for the estate of M.B. ("TIP") VIPOND, at the home, 6 Cassels Rd. West, Brook- lin. Partial list includes: 7 pc. mahogany dining suite, mahogany china cabinet, heavily carved 3 pc. sofa set, 3 pc. walnut bed set, pine cupboards, pine blanket box, pine drop leaf table, set of pressback chairs, set of Bowmanville style chairs, large antique wooden dining tables, press and platform rockers, washstand, parlour tables, dressers, old beds, copper boiler, oil _lamps, table and standing lamps, glass and china, pictures and frames, blankets, bedding, propane stove, fridge, washer, dryer and other valued items. Terms cash or cheque (with 1.D.) No reserves. Gayle and Henry Kahn - Auctioneers. 985- 8161. $7 WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 15 SALE TIME: 11:00 A.M. Holsteins Auction sale- Moriano Hol- steins owned by Morra Bros., Unionville, selling at Wilson Sales Arena, Uxbridge, Ontario. 30 milk cows- 22 registered, 8 N.I1.P. grades, also 3 brown Swiss cows, Several bred heifers, also open heifers and calves. Several fresh cows, 15 due during Sept- ember and October. This herd is" free listed and D.H.|.A. tested. Young cows by Royalty, Starlite, also a pair of beautiful bred heifers by Moch Four from a Very Good Dam with 140-143 BCA. These heifers will be due at sale time to. Romandale Magic. This sale will be followed by the September Consignment Sale. If you have any consignments for this sale, please call Lloyd Wilson Auctions, Uxbridge. 416- 852-3524. S8 Ta be | ¥ 5 INN LETS AF LEA ALY AS . Rta, CATR TR RS a Ea Sy Mr. and Mrs. Bill Johnston have returned home from an enjoyable three weeks motor trip to the Western pro- vinces travelling to Victoria. They accompanied Norm and Linda Stiles, and children. Services will be conducted by Mr. Rolf Petersen in St. John's Anglican Church, Blackstock for the month of September prior to the arrival of Rev. Ansley Tucker in October. Nancy and Bob Bryans were supper guests of Gisele Cormier and Carl Vesna of Oshawa. They also called on Babe and Wilf Brown at Courtice. Guests last weekend of Floyd and Verona Beatty were Pastor Gary and Marilyn Robinson of Hudson's Bay, Saskatche- wan. Gary is here for his ordination at St. Mathews Lutheran Church, Scar- borough. Annette Keuning has arrived home after spending two years in Nigeria with C.U.S.0. Welcome home. Hope that you will share some of your experiences with the rest of us. Guests with Dale 'and Anita Davis were the Gor- bald family and Shirley and Cliff Balkwill of Ruthven. Much catching of the news of their previous home would be taking place. If Rev. and Mrs. D. Davis are looking especially proud these days - they have a very good reason. They have become grandparents for the first time with the arrival of Congratulations Dale and Anita. Thanks to everyone for the wonderful support of the 50-50 draw for the new Black- stock Baseball Diamond. The winner was Beth Schry- burt. Vern V ogel handed her a cheque for $1006. at the Fair on Saturday. Her winning number was 881. This amount, plus the sup- port of Blackstock Lions make the diamond a sure success. AEE - The Tug of War competition proved to be ver popular with the crowds at the Fair, The annual Mountjoy Picnic was held at Breezy Acres,' home of Harvey and Joan Graham. Members of the clan returned from var- ious points in Ontario to combine Fair and Family Picnic for a great weekend of visiting. His friends will be inter- ested to know that Mr. Jim Hope has returned back with Roy and Mildred Hope after spending the summer at the Port Perry Nursing Home. ye © PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday August 31, 1982 -- 29 . News from Blackstock and area Recently Roy and Mildred Hope attended the wedding of Mildred's niece at Pene- tang. They also enjoyed a boat cruise while there. Last Monday surprise guests of Hector and May Shortridge were Hector's nephew Mr. and Mrs. Ross Williams and Kim of Engle- fart. Last Sunday Mildred Hope and Beth Stewart were guests at a bridal shower for Mildred's granddaughter y contested by these teams taking and was hotly these faces show it's tough pulling. Jeannette Felstead who was married recently in Alberta. They are currently visiting relatives in this area. The shower was held at the home of the bride's mother, Helen Cockwell, Oshawa. Charlie and Erma Primer of Hamilton were weekend guests of Hector and May Shortridge. They enjoyed the Fair on Saturday and visited several points of interest on Sunday. part. The expression Matthew James Donnelly. 1 | 7th Blackstock Feri Group begins fall season Scugog Choral Society has begun preparations for their annual November pro- duction. The dates are Nov- ember 12, 13, 14, 17, 20. The title "Irene", a very funny musical play set in the early 20's will be presented com- plete with singers, dancers, orchestra and period costuming. Though casting for the main leads has already been done, this will not be com- pleted until mid-September. Present members are reminded of our first rehearsal, Wednesday, Sept- ember 8, 8:00 P.M. Others interested in the group, as singers or as behind - stage helpers should call Grace Hastings 985-2539 or Sandra Blakney 985-8918 for inform- ation. Cedar Creek by George Kilpatrick Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Mills and son, John of Brampton, visited Mr. and Mrs. Victor Larocque on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Farrow and son of South River visit- ed the Rick Larocque family over the weekend. Richard Larocque returned home with the Farrows after spending a week at South River. Andie Farrow return- ed home with her parents. She had spent a week with the Larocques. Allen Keetch and son, Ken of Whitby, visited George Kilpatrick on Saturday after- noon. (From page 22) and the Fair Directors. Much enthusiasm was raised on this event. The annual Media Milking Contest was also crowd pleasing. Donna Fairey won out over John McClelland, Gerry Brette and Fair President, Bob Swain. The Garden Tractor Pull sponsored and M. Ced by Harvey Graham of Breezy Acres created much interest. Well over .150 balloons were launched into space. Winners of last years contest were present from New York State, Oshawa and Kin- mount. They had all been found in the Bancroft area. A fine horse pull was held with John Lawrenson winning the Light Class and Dwight Corbett the heavy Mary Lou Carnochan [left], representing the Royal Bank is seen here presenting a silver platter to Mrs. Mary Helen Prentice. Mrs. Prentice won the most points for baking and canning at the Blackstock Fair and was declared the Domestic Science Champion. class. The successful day wound up with a dance for all ages in the Recreation Centre with music by Ross Jack- man. The Directors are very Arlene, pleased with this years edition of the Blackstock Fair, "Where all the action happens the Same Day." Soon plans will be underway for next years fair. a 10 year-old Holstein from Malmont Farms south of Blackstock was named Grand Cham. pion Holstein at the Blackstock Fair last Saturday. Seen here with the Champion are Jamie and Brennan Maicolm, 3 years. ons [ow Es > rh my Le Eh a a A SR - 3 w fan, 2 ~y a CR ria X ne A ro Bee 3 ee PA a Po] a LE CA