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i i 16 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, September 12,1984 I FV • a % a By Isabelle Urono and District chamoe Quote - "No one is more harmful than the fellow who gives good advice, while setting setting a bad example." Mr. and Mrs. James Lowery, Kirby attended the Whitby Bicentennial Jamboree, Jamboree, on Sunday afternoon. They assisted in the music departments with the Old Tyme Fiddlers Contest entrants. Mrs. Mary Meozza, Hamilton, Hamilton, was a recent guest of John and Joan Hodge, Taunton Road. A good crowd in attendance at the delicious pancake breakfast, held on Saturday morning, at the new fireball, Cobb Hill. Tasty sausages, pancakes, maple syrup and coffee, more than satisfied, the hungry patrons. This annual event is sponsored by the local firemen and is always enjoyed by those present. Mrs. James Sutherland, her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Trull and Janet, Bethany, have returned home after enjoying a two week trip to Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, and also enjoying a trip to Butcshard Gardens, and Banff. Mrs. Sutherland also attended her nephew's wedding. Miss Marion Snowden, Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Alan McAlpine and family, Belleville, Belleville, and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Webb and family, Markham were weekend visitors with Mrs. E. L. Gilbank, and attended attended Orono Fair. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Cummings, Cummings, Kitchener, were weekend weekend guests of Mrs. Dorothy Bailey and Mrs. E. Billings and attended Orono Fair. Fair guests of the Charles Taylors', Mr. and Mrs. Ross Taylor, Scarborough, and Mrs. Janet Beckett and Tamara, Oshawa. Mr. Don Challice, Mrs. Greta Steward, both from Oshawa, and Miss Kerry Lyn Challice, Pontypool, were Sunday guests of the 0. Chal- lices. Best Fair Ever The excited comments of Durham Central Exhibition Manager, Mr. George Carson - "It certainly was one of the very best we've ever had, and we were certainly fortunate in having such lovely, sunny weather, in spite of the dire predictions of the weather man. The crowds were up somewhat from last year, and Sunday's pari-mutual betting was a bit higher than last year. The cattle shows were all above average and the beef sections were of exceptional quality. In the sheep snow of Sunday, there were 12 breeders breeders competing.. The heavy horse classes were down from last year, but the riding and jumper classes PICK YOUR OWN STARTS SEPT. 15th Saturday and Sunday (Also Thanksgiving Monday) 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday and Monday 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. CROP REPORT PHONE 623-7252 - 24 hrs. a day for varieties to pick. SMALL TREES • No ladders FREE WAGON RIDES KIDS' PLAYGROUND FAMILIES WELCOME QUALITY FAIIM slfo" quality rmi riKSH rnooucc Vhrmt 14 Mil ?, llownwivtil#, OotwK) L1C 3KJ Tut. «to) mm: were well-filled. Entries in the Domestic Science depts. were considerably up from last year, but needlecraft entries somewhat reduced." Altogether an excellent display of Durham County's rich heritage of agriculture. Old Tyme Fiddlers Contest Held on Thursday evening, Sept. 6 with a good crowd in attendance. Mr. Stirling Mather was the capable M.C. The results of the judging are as follows: 12 Years and under - 1st Shawn Mundell, 2nd Danny Mundell, 3rd Leslie Payne. The first prize winner received a cheque and also an attractive trophy donated by Norman and Ruth Andrews. 18 Years old and under - !.• Cara Anderson, 2. Tina Mundell. Trophy to first prize winner, donated by Bill and Mary Bunting, Orono. 65 Years and over - 1. George Stinson, 2. Rose Morrow, 3. A1 Smith. Trophy donated by Hope's Store, Newcastle. Extra entertainment was provided by the current harmonica champion, Fran Sepp, Mississauga and Tina Mundell, Warsaw, Morris Montgomery, Omemee and Gerald Stinson, Oshawa, who all step danced. Mr. Archie Hoy, Orono also provided some step-dancing. The Open class - 1. Albert Maher, 2. David Weir, 3. James Lowery, 4. Gerry Morgan. Trophy donated to the first place winner, by Harold and Jean Moffat, Orono. Jr. Talent Show The Jr. talent show was held on Friday afternoon following the school parade and outside events. Prize winners are as follows - Primary section - Melissa Colwell. Jr. Section - 1. Gregory Hodges, 2. Angela and Laurie Robinson. Intermediate section -1. Ian Vanderschee, 2. Lisa Vickers. Art Show A good display of art by members of Orono Art group and the following were prize winners - 1. Carol Reynolds, Bowmanville, 2. Donald Staples, Orono, 3. Norma Lee, Leskard. Special prize - "Drawing Behind the Scenes" - donated by Maureen Remington. Winner - Sandra Lyons. Adult Amateur Talent Contest Held on the arena stage, Friday evening. Results and winners are: 1. A very enjoyable act of violin and bass cello duet by Amanda Harrison, Bowmanville Bowmanville and Lisa Talford, Oshawa. 2. Ken Brignell, Peterborough. Peterborough. 3. Jackie Walters, Newcastle. Newcastle. 4. Scott Garthshore, Oshawa. Saturday Parade A highly successful bicentennial bicentennial parade took place, Saturday, Sept. 8th, lining up at the north end of Mill Street. There were 22 floats and a total of 54 entries, with the 0. P.P. Pipe Band leading off! Bowmanville Sea Cadets, bicycles built for two, old cars and old tractors, old fire engines, Clarke High School band and many individuals in quaint costumes. The parade route went down Main Street and then up Station Street to the fair grounds, where the floats were judged in front of the grandstand. Prize winners as follows: 1. Providence - Shaw's Women's Institute. 2. Vincent Massey Public School, Bowmanville. 3. Clarke Twsp. Pioneers and Newcastle Chamber of Commerce tied for third. Special prize for humor - 1. G.A. float. Special prize for originality - Orono - Newcastle Post Offices. Best dressed couple - Mr. and Mrs. Guy, Orono. Special Flower Section Winners John and Joan Hodge Special - Minnie Zegers. Newcastle Lioness Sp. - M. Zegers. Kirby Store Special - Barbara Lyle. Best Collection of Dahlias - D. Deely. Best Collection of Gladiolus - D. Deely. Van Belle Special - I. Challice. Kramp Furniture Sp. - Grand Champion arrangement arrangement - Nellie Feddema, Bowmanville. Reserve Champion - I. Challice, Orono. Best Vegetable display - Mrs. T. Prins, Hampton. Riseborough Refridgeration Sp. - D. Deely. Orono Horticulture Special - "Best houseplant in show" won by Dick Gibbs,'Tyrone. Specials in Needle Craft Grand Champion Quilt - Mrs. Helen Lavender, Black- stock. Armstrong Special - Most points in needle craft - Mar- gorite Philippe, Oshawa. Rickaby's Special - Bonnie Greer, Orono. Pauline's Specialty, Newcastle Newcastle - Margaret Prins, Hampton. Cornish's Red & White' Special - (for senior citizens) - M. Hall, Newcastle. Orono Hair Care Spec. - Bonnie Greer, Orono. Domestic Science Specials Best decorated Baby Shower Cake - Bonnie Greer. Best decorated chocolate cake - Betty Taylor, Orono. Best decorated child's birthday cake - Laurie Hollingsworth. Hollingsworth. Mulders Special, 50th wedding wedding anniversary cake - Joan Hollingsworth. Best banana cake - Wylma Allin, Newcastle. The Grand Champion Cake - Marilyn Rutherford, Dorothy Lee. A centerpiece of fresh fruits and vegs. - Barbara Lyle, Orono. Grand champion pie and Reserve grand champion pie - Dorothy Lee, Nestleton. Terry's Bake Shoppe Special - most worthy entries won by Mrs. Helen Lavender, Blackstock. Sears Special - Most points in show - Mrs. Lavender. Eclipse flour special - Mrs. S. Barraball. Special Note This reporter had the privilege privilege of meeting Mrs. Helen Lavender (well-known as "Granny Lavender" to her many friends in Blackstock - Enfield areas). A pleasant, easy-to-meetlady, with talent, literally coming out her busy finger-tips! This busy lady won the grand championships in quilts and also in domestic sciences departments, despite the difficult handicap of that old enemy - arthritis. Just proves where there's a will, there's a way! Met her hubby also, and his talent is in the gardening areas, with many prizes. Our sincere congratulations congratulations to this energetic pair! This calibre of folks sure makes a fair! Orono United Church News Rev. Roland Hopkins, Bowmanville, was guest speaker at the regular Sunday morning service. Rev. Hopkins will still be on call for pastoral duties for Orono charge until Sept. 18, when Rev. Fred Milne will take over our Orono - Kirby charge. Contact Rev. Hopkins 623- 4523 or contact Thelma Gilbank Gilbank 983-5972. Next Sunday, Sept. 16 is Horticultural Sunday. Guest speaker is Rev. Keith Henderson, Henderson, well-known in this area. Special musical numbers by Arnold and Jessica Mostert. Flowers to be sent to sick and shut-ins in area. Members of Kirby Congregation will be worshipping with us at this service. Orono Bd. of Stewards held their first fall meeting Tues., Sept. 11. Reminder to all, our M. & S. Auction Sale is slated for Saturday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. at Orono Church. All items including including baked goods may be left at the church Friday, Sept. 21st. All proceeds to Mission and Service funds. Explorers met Wednesday evening, Sept. 12 with a good attendance. All girls 8-11 years of age are welcome. For further information contact contact the leader, Mrs. Marlene Ross 983-9715. Happy Birthday to Carla Werry, Sept. 14. Orono United Church sponsored sponsored a very attractive float in the parade last Saturday. Rev. Milne, our new minister, members of the choir, U.C.W., Explorers, Sunday School members were all aboard and crieated a good impression! Orono News Another very attractive float was the entry of the local Heather Rebekah Lodge and the Companion Men's I.O.O.F. Group. The ladies looked most attractive in their long formal gowns, badges etc. and lovely containers of flowers. Congratulations to our Horticulture Societies, three in all! - Bowmanville, Newcastle Newcastle and Orono and all very decorative with lots of flowers and tasty-looking vegetables. Orono's entry entitled "Country "Country Harvest" depicting our land of plenty. Miss Durham Central Beauty Pageant Miss Durham Central for 1984 - Miss Shelley Geddes, R. R. No. 4, Bowmanville, Ont. 2nd Runner-up - Miss Charlene Holmes, R.R., Port Hope, Ont. 3rd Runner-up - Miss Tara Lee Carleton, R.R. No. 1, Orono, Ont. Other contestants - Misses Wanda and Wendy Hutton, Orono, Ont., Miss Teresa Van Haverbeke, Newcastle, Ont. The members of the local chapter of the Kidney Foundation Foundation wish to thank the many patrons who bought tickets on their beautiful quilt. The winner was - Jean Morrow, 166 Dufferin St., Peterborough, Ticket No. 7. Birthday Party A very special birthday party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Bowman, Enniskillen, in honor of his mother's birthday. The guest of honor, Mrs. Wilfred (Ella) Bowman, enjoyed the attendance attendance of her sisters, brothers, and cousins. The guest of honor received many lovely 'gifts, cards and flowers. Delicious refreshments were served to the many guests. Those attending from Orono, Mr. and Mrs. Ivison Tamblyn, Mrs. Hilda Tam- blyn and Mrs. Stella Carson. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Wannan and family were fair weekend guests of his mother, Mrs. Doris Wannan. •4,600 Repairs Courtice Fire Hall Newcastle's elected officials officials have agreed to recommend recommend repairs worth approximately approximately $4,600 at Fire Station Four (Courtice). In a report to the general purpose committee Tuesday, Tuesday, Fire Chief Jim Aldridge Aldridge pointed out that an existing drain at the fire station tends to freeze during during the winter and this causes a blockage. ' When fire trucks are washed, water freezes on the apparatus floor, creating creating a slippery, hazardous condition for firefighters. The chief recommended that the problem be corrected corrected at a cost of $4,600. This price includes the design design and installation of the better drainage system. Council's general purpose purpose committee accepted that recommendation and referred it to council for final approval later in the week. STAN LANE SPORTS^J (Oshawa) Ready for Hockey? Complete Line of Equipment on Hand SPECIAL! Cooper XL7 Helmet & Face Guard $49.95 Dealer for John Brown Goalie Equipment Jackets our Specialty Top Quality- Fast Delivery Skates CCM BAUER ORBIT Complete Outfitting forTeam Sports 184 Bond Street W. Oshawa, Ontario (416) 576-2235 ©ft Hemcasttc Snbepenbent Editors: Hazel and Jack Crago Telephone 987-4201 On Saturday, Sept. 1, Mr. and Mrs. George Huber attended attended the wedding of Margaret Kelsh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Kelsh, formerly of Newcastle, to Neil Trew, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Trew. The wedding was held on the lawn at the home of the bride's parents, Elizabethville, with the reception following at Campbellcroft Lions Centre. Mr. and Mrs. Gene Turner, Georgian Bay, visited Mr. and Mrs. George Huber last Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Martin, Woodville, have returned from a two-week vacation in Manitoba and visited friends and relatives in the village last week. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Gordon, Port Hope, were Saturday evening visitors with Mrs. K. Kimball. We recently received a letter from Mrs. Sandra Morton, advising us about the work of Durham Region Horseback Riding for the Handicapped Association. The Association provides riding lessons for persons with mental and-or physical handicaps, handicaps, thus providing a therapeutic therapeutic as well as a recreational recreational activity. Their sixth annual Ride-A-Thon will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22,1984, from Hoskin Stables in Blackstock. Experienced riders with their own horses are sought for this fund-raising event. If you would like to participate call Sandra at 728-6930. Mr. and Mrs. Phil Gilmer visited last Monday afternoon with Mrs. Kathleen Kimball. The Newcastle Horticultural Horticultural Society Fall Show will be held on Tuesday evening, September 25 at Newcastle Community Hall. Another reminder! Final tax bill instalment is due September 28,1984! Birthday greetings to Maureen Powell, Erla Jose, Shawn Duval, Vernon Sunday, Gertie Stapleton, and Wallace Couch. Celebrating September wedding anniversaries are Mr. and Mrs. William Allin, Mr. and Mrs. Murray Paterson, Paterson, and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Powell. Best wishes to all! The Trillium Unit of the United Church Women met at the Sunday School on Thursday Thursday afternoon. After a pot luck luncheon the ladies enjoyed guest speaker, Betty Turcott, who gave a Bible Study on the book of Ruth. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Dean, Halifax, Nova Scotia are spending a week in Ontario, visiting family and friends, among them Jim's mother, Mrs. Bessie Dean, of Park- view Apartments. September is the month when the homes return to routine, children at school and the various organizations resume their meetings. Senior Citizens of Newcastle will be having their first fall meeting on Thursday, September 20 at the Newcastle Community Hall. On Wednesday Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wade visited Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Wade, Peggy, Stephanie and new baby, Paul Douglas of Oshawa. On Tuesday Mrs. Gladys Wood enjoyed supper with Mr. and Mrs. Reid Wood, Newton- ville. Mrs. Elizabeth Skelding enjoyed from Friday through Tuesday with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Skelding and girls, Port Perry, the weekend of Port Perry Fair. On Saturday afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wade, son Bill and daughter-in-law Margaret of Kendal, enjoyed the Blue Jay - Detroit Ball Game in Toronto. On Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wade visited Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Attwood, Whitby. Wednesday evening visitors with Mrs. Gladys Wood were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wood and Courtney, Mrs. Reid Wood of Newtonville and Mrs. Stewart Wood of Orono. On Friday Mrs. Gladys Wood spent the day with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wood of Oshawa. Mrs. Pauline Storks had a birthday party on Friday evening with out-of-town guests attending from Toronto, Mississauga, Scar borough and Oshawa. Happy Birthday, Pauline! Mr. Carroll Nichols accompanied accompanied by Mrs. Edgar Barrowclough and Mrs. Harold Reeve, Wesleyville, were Friday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney J. Lancaster. Lancaster. On Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wood visited his mother, Mrs. Gladys Wood. Glad to report that Mrs. Aresta Williams has returned home from Oshawa General Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Newton, of Hamilton, spent the weekend weekend with her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. John Scott. On the holiday weekend Mrs. May Burley, Mr. Arthur Clark and Mr. Dan Huggins enjoyed a motor trip to Manitoulin Island and on the return were Sunday overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Don Burley, Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. Ivor Brawley remain patients in Memorial Hospital, Bowmanville. Mrs. Florence Tuson remains a patient in Oshawa General Hospital. Visiting from Kentucky are son Charles, his wife and daughter. daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Harper Kelsey and Sandra entertained their old Lake Scugog Trailer gang on Sunday. Enjoying dinner at the Kelsey's were Mr. and Mrs. Denny Maher and Kela, Peterborough. Mr. and Mrs. John McGee, Peterborough, Mr. and Mrs. Craig McKerr and two children, Peterborough, Peterborough, Mr. and Mrs. Brian Rumbles, Krista and Mark, Norwood, Mrs. Rumbles and friend Margaret, Mr. and Mrs. Ian McGee, Oshawa, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Fitter, Brantford. Mr. Lloyd Hancock, Bowmanville, Bowmanville, visited on Monday with his sister, Miss Louise Hancock. Mrs. Peggy Visser, Toronto, visited on Saturday with Mr. and, Mrs. Albert Pearce. Peggy enjoyed the baseball tournament at Garden Hill where great-nephew Michael Pearce played with the winning winning team, the Kendal Pee Wees. Congratulations, boys! In the evening, Peggy, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Pearce, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Walton and Adam of Bowmanville were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Pearce, Michael and Jeffrey, celebrating Larry's birthday. Wednesday afternoon guests of Mrs. May Burley were Mrs. William Milligan and Bernice, Newtonville. On Saturday Mrs. May Burley and Mr. Arthur Clark visited Mr. and Mrs. Harry Burley, Port Hope. Harry is confined to his bed as the result of a fall. Mr. and Mrs. Robin Alldred were Thursday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Alldred, Oshawa. Mrs. Gladys Pacey returned from a western holiday visiting visiting her sons, in Calgary and Winnipeg. Owing to sickness her vacation was shortened but we are pleased to report she is feeling much better. Mrs. Isobel Gamier, Tara and Tammy have moved to R.R. 4, Bowmanville. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Sacerty of Sarnia enjoyed entertaining her family at a Rosedale cottage last week. For this family reunion, sister Mary and husband Wes Graham of Pontiac, Michigan, Charlie and Myrtle Clemence of Victoria, B.C., Jean and Jack Holmes had a most enjoyable visit. Mr. Fred Glanville, who drives the garbage truck in the village, had the misfor- tunate accident of breaking his leg. Reports are that he is still in Oshawa General Hospital, Hospital, hoping soon to be released. On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Walter Murphy, accompanied by Mrs. Hugh Murphy of Bowmanville, attended the silver wedding reception at Tyrone in honour of Mr. and Mrs. G. Kovacs. Anglican News Church school started at St. George's Anglican Church with Mr. and Mrs. Phil Dayman and Mrs. Kathy Cureatz in charge. Children may enrol at any time. St. George's Anglican Church Women met on Wednesday and plans were made for fall activities including including the Nov. 10 bazaar at the Newcastle Community Hall. United Church News On Sunday, Sept. 7, 1984, flowers in the sanctuary were from Pauline Storks', birthday party. The anthem, Come Unto Me, was sung by the choir. Rev. Donald Stiles preached the sermon, The Homecoming, based on the parable of the Prodigal Son. Letter concerning the Golden Harvest Craft and Bake Sale of October 13 are available for all church families. Official Board meets Tues., Sept. 25 at 8 p.m. Take a Break for moms and tots will be held Wednesday mornings at 10 o'clock. Eleven ups will meet Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Couples Club members are planning to attend the Saturday, Saturday, Sept. 15, Harvest Dance. United Way The "1984" Oshawa-Whitby- Newcastle United Way Campaign will officially begin with the volunteer canvasser's luncheon to be held on Monday, September 17th, 1984, at the General Sikorski Polish Veterans Hall, Stevenson Rd. North, Oshawa. The guest speaker for the luncheon will be Miss Barbara Copp, Executive Director of the Y.W.C. A., Oshawa. Prior to becoming Director of the Y in 1970, Miss Copp held the position as a University Instructor in Seoul, South Korea. In 1983, Miss Copp served as a delegate to the Y.W.C.A. World Council in Singapore. As the Executive Director of one of the 38 member agencies of the Whitby/Oshawa/ Newcastle United Way, Miss Copp will provide valuable insight to those present at the luncheon of the many services offered by your United Way. The Kick-off Luncheon is being sponsored by T.R.S. Food Services. All volunteer canvassers are encouraged to attend this luncheon. Complimentary tickets may be acquired through the Group Chairmen. The Canadian Statesman United Way Yard Sale and Auction JOIN US AT THE Bowmanville High School in the gymnasium Saturday, September 22nd 8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Sale Starts: Auction: All Proceeds to Bowmanville and Area United Way Campaign Come and Join Us... You'll Save a Bundle!