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4 - Orono Weekly Times 1937 - 2012 · Celebrating 75 Years Wednesday, February 29, 2012 WONDERLAND Continued from pg 2 Napoleon lost that one to the British, a tribute to the Battle of Austerlitz; Napoleon lost that one too, to the Russians. The representation of the Battle of Waterloo, lost to the Duke of Wellington and resulting in Napoleon's imprisonment and death on St Helena Island is perhaps the most surprising. It appears the French aren't so keen on depicting their skirmish with the British over Canada in the War of 1812. Of course they did lose that one too. All this led me to ponder on what a Canadian themed park might look like. A flaming Avro Arrow at the gate with a BOMARC missile through it could welcome our American guests; the second hand submarine ride that results in having to be rescued by a Sea King helicopter when the sub starts leaking would be a must for the British, or maybe the Vivre Quebec Libre log flume ride that ends with a huge wet kiss for our Francophone visitors would be a big hit. On second thoughts maybe we should just stick with Canada's Wonderland. Looking Back... Gleaned from past editions of the Orono Weekly Times 25 Years Ago... Orono Figure Skating Club placed second overall in the Pineridge Intraclub Competition in Whitby on February 14th. With 11 of our intermediate and senior skaters competing we received six medals. Beginner: Ailan MacKenzie gold. Pre-preliminary (8 and under) Melissa Allin ­ silver. Pre-Preliminary ( 9 and over) Melissa Colville ­ gold. Preliminary (9 and under) Tracy Eames ­ gold. Juvenile: Catherine Mudd ­ Silver, Tanya Clemens ­ Bronze....Thanks so much Orono Kinsmen for your gift of $250.00 towards our carnival. It will be put to good use. As many of you know, ice costs and pro fees are paid by the club during carnival practice as well as the costs of costumes and props. Many of our skaters have passed badges recently: Beginner to Elementary: Taralee Clemens, Josh Bonnet, Melissa Barchard, Jonas Bonnet, Jay Angl, Adele Jenkins, Natasha Hill, Kevin Copping, Derek Crozier, Tyler Robinson. Elementary to Basic: Deepak Angle, Kyle Beacock, Bobby Witheridge, Rebecca Hisson, Andrea Adamson, Amanda Barchard, Steve Gates, David Deremo. Novice II to Novice III: Devon Witheridge. Congratulations Skaters! clan proved themselves the speed demons of the school. After the skates were removed the students demonstrated their ­ shall we say ­ originality by holding a dance on the ice. The school is busy preparing for the Commencement on the March ninth. The Glee Club, under the direction of Mrs. Fletcher, and the Drama Club, directed by Mr. Witherspoon are squeezing in as many practices as possible. We are fortunate in having as our guest speaker this year, Mr. Leal, Dean of Osgoode Hall. 50 Years Ago... On Thursday evening the Boys Athletic Society sponsored a badminton tournament in the Armouries. Mr. Lauzon supervised, and did an excellent job in the rotation of teams and keeping us straight on rules, since many were not too familiar with the game. As the evening progressed, however, it was evident that our skill was improving and the games were not only close, but caused a fair amount of excitement. At the end of the evening Ralph Kennedy and Gordie Simpson were hailed the champions, having been undefeated. On Friday afternoon the students of the High School tore up the ice at the Orono Arena while they enjoyed themselves at a skating party. Amongst the periods of free skating, games and races were held. Although many remained modest about their speed on the ice, the races were well contested. Bob Barraball led the Junior Boys, Sharon Tamblyn, the Junior Girls, Shiela Barraball the Senior Girls, and Willis Barraball was tops in the Senior boys. As you can see the Barraball 75 Years Ago... Last fall when Mr. James Tamblyn, Sr., predicted a very mild winter, instead of subdued snickering some of his closest friends laughed right out loud in his face. It seems that Jim has been able to predict the weather by the appearance of a pig's milt ever since he was a little boy and that this gift was passed down to him by the great, great grandfather. In the fall Jim helped Clarence Allen butcher a pig and after examining its milt, Jim predicted the mild winter we are having, and says, "That winter is all over now." It seems when the fore part of the milt is large and tapers down to nil that this is the one sure long distance mild winter prediction. Anyway, Jim is noted for truth and veracity and we are pleased to know that he hasn't stubbed his toe in this subject where so many have failed to make good. Note: The milt is the spleen of the pig Donations always appreciated at the C l a r i ng t o n E a s t Food Bank 905-987-1418 Reduce Reuse Recycle