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N | | | "A Family Tradition for 133 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, February 2, 1999 - 19 Ru RAL OR | PL [RI Y NTVAVE LI Roorts Did you realize that on Sunday night we had the phe- nomenon of a "Blue Moon?" This rare event is when there are two full moons in the same month. Even more remarkable is when this happens in January followed by the short month of February, it will hap- pen once again in March. This is where the saying "Once in a blue moon" comes from. Sympathy of the community is extended to Vernon Hudson and his family on the passing last week of Mrs. Hudson. The funeral was held on Sunday. . Several from here attended the funeral of Mrs. Clarence Bradley Wilberforce who passed away last week. Sympathy is extend- ed to Clarence and their family. Joy and Ian Rudkin recently enjoyed a most enjoyable week's holiday in Florida. A pleasant change from the stormy condi- tions of January in Ontario. This coming Saturday, Feb. 6 the annual Bob Fletcher Memorial Bonspiel will be held formerly of Bowmanville and recently of at the Blackstock Arena. The spaces for curlers are all filled but the public is invited to come to the arena throughout the day to watch the curling and to participate in the silent auction. A great day for all. Pleased to report that John Archer is progressing well after his recent heart surgery and expects to be home shortly. On Monday evening, Feb. 8, the annual Golden Slider will be held also at the Blackstock Arena when the men curlers of Blackstock Curling Club face the men of Port Perry Curling Club. Once again the public is invited to come to watch the competitive games and to join in the fellowship. Congratulations to Joan Graham who received the pre- mier award from the Kawartha Conservation Authority in recognition of her many years of arranging the planting of trees along our sideroads. Most of the trees that were planted over 100 years ago in a similar venture arranged by the town- ship council have either recent- ly died or are suffering the effects of age. Hence the need for a program that Joan orga- nizes each spring. If you wish to be included in this year's planting, call her at 986-4856 as soon as possible. Joan also was recognized recently by the Heritage Community Awards for this most worthwhile project. Congratulations Joan. There were 14 tables at the Tuesday evening card party with the following winners: May Shortridge, Muriel Butson, Lois Huntington, Lyle McMahon, Leslie Johnston, Helen Pascoe and Dorothy Olan. Draws were won by Ada Richards (two), Nerta Masters, Did you catch a glimpse of Sunday night's Blue Moon? Blac kes tock Elaine Bailey, Verna Robinson and Verna Slute. A large crowd attended the annual meeting of the Blackstock Agricultural Society held at the Rec. Centre on Friday evening. President Mark Graham welcomed every- one. Merrill Van Camp said Grace and all enjoyed a bounti- ful pot luck dinner. After dinner, guest speaker Dr. Nelson Lester of Lindsay brought a combina- tion of humour and good ideas to the group. Jean Van Camp presented Dorothy Lee with an Agricultural Service Diploma, the highest award within Agricultural societies in recog- nition of her many years of ser- vice. Dennis Yellowlees presented the various Field Crop prizes as follows: Corn sponsored by Wright's Feeds 'N Needs to: 1. Youngfield Farms, 2. Don Frew and Sons, 3. Greenview Farms. Soya Beans classes were spon- sored by W.G. Thompson, Hyland Seeds: 1. Jim Byers, 2. Youngfield, 3. Lieu Villa Farm. Overall winners were: Youngfield Farms who rived the Hall Trophy, 2. Jim Byers, 3. Lieu Villa. The dairy trophies were won by Mike Metcalf for both show- manship and for the calf. Committee reports were given for all sections of the 1998 Blackstock Fair. Ann Julia Bajema won the 50/50 draw. The constitution was revised after which Merrill Van Camp gave the nominating report. The executive for 1999 will 1- be: Past-president - Mark Graham, President - Craig Larmer, 1st Vice - Barry Van Camp, 2nd Vice - Fred Ford, Homecraft President - Jean Van Camp. President Craig Larmer gave an acceptance speech in which he stressed the strengths of Blackstock Fair. He hoped for cooperation throughout the board in order to have another successful fair. After adjourn- ment a time of fellowship was enjoyed. ~ Lions' chairman Jim Noble will be the special guest Wednesday Coesarea Hall Board There was a good turnout for the euchre last Wednesday night. High score: female - Margaret Trull, men - Doreen Kelly. Most lone hands: female - Fran Binns, men - Doreen Kelly, Val Trieb, Paul Whitaker. Next euchre night at the hall is Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. Blackstock Lions Club This Wednesday, Feb. 3 we will have our Lions Regional Chairman Jim Noble as our din- ner guest and speaker. Lions will be out this weekend for their cheese orders which are due on Feb. 9. At our last meet- ing we passed a donation of $200 to be forwarded to head- quarters to assist the Lions drive to help the Hurricane Mitch Fund which devastated Central America. Note to the women: please mark on your calendar Feb. 17, because you will be honoured that night at our dinner meeting. Speaker to be Carol Wendry on the subject of herbs. We were all saddened to hear of the death of Sergeant Ken Hudson's mother, Amy. Our most sincere condolences to Ken's father and the families. Lake Scugog Historical Society We had a fairly good turnout to our meeting last Thursday Albert Putsey night considering the weather was so bad. Those who attended saw the original old deed trans- fer document between James Caesarea to Epheram Demorea for sale of land July 24, 1856. Also rental of land by Hiram Demara to John McAllister for 11-1/2 acres at $40 per year, Oct. 4, 1873. There was a great display of pictures of Caesarea from the 30s and 40s era. Everyone went home with the early history of Caesarea. Thanks to Mrs. Dobson who gave it to me some years back. and Tom White who made a slight change to it so it made more sense in one section. We are saddened and shocked to hear of the passing of our neighbour Ray Pollard this past weekend. We extend our sincere condolences to wife Anne and their families. Also sorry to hear that anoth- er neighbour Doris Dean had an Aunt Gertrude Henry who passed away. Our sincere con- dolences to Doris and Tom Dean What will the Groundhog see today? and their families. During the winter months we lose contact with our summer: residents and were shocked to hear Harry Gay had to have a serious operation and during it had a mild heart attack. Harry is now recuperating and the people of Caesarea send their best regards to get well soon. Joke of the Week At the perfume counter, a customer picked up a bottle of fragrance and gingerly sniffed it. "Surrender is our hotest item," interjected the sales clerk. Would you like to try some? "It's nice," she replied. "But do you have anything called Negotiate?" February is a blah month nC 0 EON Sn uO re SE . y Karen Davis By Island News What will the Groundhog see today? Are you shopping for Valentine's Day? Don't forget to check out the Tuck Shop at our local hospital. Our thoughts go out to our high school students as they prepare for their exams. We wish them well. : Scugog Island Women's Institute Our thanks to The Port Perry Star for printing our monthly meet- ings in 1998. At the Jan. 20 meeting we answered the roll call by bringing a foreign currency and telling what country it was from. This was our 26th anniversary and Tweedsmuir History Curator, Helen Redman, told of past money making activities and reminisced on the good times enjoyed. A card was signed for Penny Pettypiece in hospital. All members joined in'the Chinese Auction which raised money and baking and auc- tion items changed hands. A delicious 26th anniversary cake made by one of our members, Betty Ann Freeman was enjoyed during our social time. Betty Reader, P.R.O. Scugog Island United Church We welcomed the Orchestra to our worship service on Sunday morning. Special thanks to Bonnie Bell, Carol Edgar, Bob Cawker, Elaine Barber and Doug Barber for sharing their talents with us. We missed Edna Beckett playing in the Orchestra but her support in the congregation was appreciat- ed. The Wellness Group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. at the church. The Moms and Tots and Friends will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 9:30 a.m. at the church. The Grace U.C.W. will meet at the home of Joan Morris on Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 1:30 p.m. Choir practice will be held on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. An evening of square dancing is planned on Friday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Island Hall. Everyone welcome. The Elders will meet on Monday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. at the church. The annual meeting of S.I.U.C. will be held on Monday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. The Worship and Music Committee will meet on Thursday, Feb. 11 at 1:15 p.m. at S.I.U.C. A Pancake Lunch is planned for Sunday, Feb. 14 following the ser- vice. Details to follow. The Pastoral Charge annual meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. at S.1.U.C. Our Thinking Day Service will be held on Sunday, Feb. 21 at our regular service at 9:45 a.m. Call 985-8871 with news. SO Pass on your news ByDiane Cooke Seagrave News Hope everyone sur- vived Super Bowl and var- "ious parties associated with it. I'm not into foot- ball much, for one thing - where's the Zamboni? Get well wishes to Matthew MacDonald who had this nasty cold/flu bug and hasn't been well. Hope you're feeling 100 per cent soon Matt. Happy birthday wishes go out to Heather Wray. February is, let's face it, a bla month so call us with some news. . Something must be hap- pening in Seagrave. Don't forget tournament results and such. Church News At the church service on Sunday, Rev. Carson talked to the children about our blessings. Rev. Carson's sermon was on "Maturity" based on the versus on beatitudes in Matthew 5. Maturity develops over a long time... Lawrence Nicholls gave a report on the presbytery meeting which he attend- ed on Jan. 20 at Omemee. Next Sunday (Feb. 7) the service will be led by Ms Vicki Buchner from Pefferlaw. She is a student at Emmanual College in Toronto. Pinedale congre- ° gation will join Seagrave for this service. That's all for this week. Please call with your news for next week's column.