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| Rural mail in Coldwater has interesting history - e by E. Lorraine Orr Rural mail in Canada and particularly -- in Coldwater has an in- teresting history. " The father of rural mail in Canada was George Ontario, who owned a farm in the State of Michigan. He learned of the rural service in the United States , and in- troduced it to Canada in approximately 1913. Wilcox of Springford, The first local post- a? i 526-9333 Hours 9 a.m. to5 p.m. Monday to Friday (Except Holidays) The last rose of summer has faded and gone and even our beautiful fall season has deteriorated very rapidly and now it's the last week of October with Hallowe'en fast approaching. The small fry are thinking of their costumes for the big shelling out night and its im- portant that parents think about this too. Do remember to help your children pick a costume that can be seen on the dark streets. White or light colours are preferable or put some special tape on the costume where the car lights can pick it up. Caution your . children to respect other peoples property, we all know that Hallowe'en nightis a night for trick or treating but wilful damage to property is unforgivable. By the way - what ever happened to the days of the Unicef collec- tion? If the community would back the Unicef appeal and encourage their children to collect their pennies to help other children that are not as fortunate as ours, wouldn't this be tremendous lesson in sharing and helping their fellow man? If children learn to share in their formative years it is found that in later life these are the people who care and "will do onto others as you would have them do onto you', and isn't this what life is all about? = - J On Tuesday, October '19th last, the first Service Club Luncheon of the fall season took place at the Windrifter Restaurant. There was a fair turn out of represen- tatives of our service clubs, industries and churches but those of you who did not attend missed an excellent panel that discussed the mechanics of our Contact Centre. Everyone came away feeling re-vitalized about the supportive role of Contact in the community, bringing people and services together and encouraging people to trust the resources that exist. Our sincere thanks to Mary Rogers, Sylvia Cameron and Kate Whittington. For those of you who do not know or are not aware of our service luncheon, may I take this opportunity to explain what it is all about. Why a Social Service luncheon? 1) To meet the people we work with on a personal basis. 2) To know new people in the area of social services. 3) An opportunity to understand more fully the services offered in the Huronia area. 5) To interject new ideas by having interesting speakers. The luncheons are held the 3rd Tuesday of every month and a week prior to this day the staff of Contact telephone the different agencies (clubs, churches, etc.) to remind them of the luncheon. I am sure that the community at large can benefit from what transpires at these luncheons and would be kept abreast of the changes and new resources of the community. Would it not be possible that if you as the minister or president or chairman of your organization could not attend you could send a representative in your place? All agencies must haye a member that is retired who would enjoy attending our luncheons and could take back the in- formation and report it to their respective groups. This could be another exercise in helping your fellowman - everyone needs to be needed. Don't™ forget our garage sale of November 6: Everything and everyone is welcome. Happiness is helping others to help themselves. Mary M. Gibson, Administrator. HOW MUCH MONEY DO YOU NEED ? 2,500 to 100,000 Pay off all your debts in one clean sweep and have only one small monthly payment. LL LEND YOU MONEY 10 .... @ Pay off a mortgage @ Combine 2 or more mortgages into 1 e@ Pay taxes and insurance e@ Consolidate overdue bills @ Improve property @ Pay off a loan company or bank @ Purchase car, boat or cottage © Or for any worthwile purpose CALL ME PERSONALLY DUANE PATFIELD 429-3615 GREAT. NORTHERN CREDIT CORP. Box 143, Collingwood, Ontario. church | directory <2@% THE CATHOLIC PARISH OF FLOS SCHEDULE OF MASSES MSGR Vincent Foy J.C.D. 22-1200 322- Phelpston Sun. ua, a dfs p.m. ae Sun. 10.00a.m. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN CANADA Minister: Rev. Sydney McDonald BA Phones: The Church 322-1411, The Manse, 322-2453 Elmvale Church: Christian Education, 10a.m. Christian Worship, 11a.m. UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA St. John's -- Elmval Minister: Rev. B. Gazzard Worship: 11:00 a.m. (Nursery during Service) Phones: Church 322-1472, Manse 322-1522 Wyevale United Church: 11:30a.m. Waverley United Church: 10:00a.m. Rev. Allan J,McLaughlin, Minister SALVATION ARMY Capt. and Mrs. Roy Figley The Salvation Army are meeting in' the Youth Hall at the rear of 251 2nd St., Midland. 9:30 a.m. -- Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. -- Sunday Morning Meeting 7 p.m. -- Sunday Evening Tues. 7 p.m. -- Prayer and Bible Fellowship Wed. 2:00 p.m. -- Ladies Meetings. Appointments for spiritual help, practical assistance, marriages, dedications, funerals, marriage counselling, suicide prevention, etc. telephone 526-2751 -- Captain and Mrs. R.C. Figley. office. established October, 1835, was named Medonte. In August 1851 this was changed to Coldwater. The house on Kplett Street. at the extreme south end. now owned by Cliff Tregenza, contained the first post- office with James Shaw as postmaster from August 1851 to January 1865. After the death of Mr. _Shaw the post-office was moved to (Main Street South, in the house now owned by Cecil Lovering. Mrs. Shaw continued as post-mistress until John Miller was appointed and held this position for approximately three months in 1865. John Eplett was post- master from 1865 to 1871 and then his son Samuel I). Eplettt took charge. After a number of years Mr. Kplett sold the property and built a residence and post-office on Mill Street at the corner of Eplett. He remained in office until 1931. In October 1932 Fred W Brown was appointed post-master and the post- office was located in the Eplett Block on the west side of the main street now occupied by the Coldwater New and Used In the year 1933 the building now containing the Embassy Theatre was the home of the post- office for a short time. Then it was moved to Millard's Drug Store. iN Natural size 1 Muskrat Coat Cognac Size 14 Muskrat Coat (yea) : SALE ; Racoon Trim (vea) ace 2 90 oe Natural size 14 regular price $795. Muskrat Coat (Pant length) Claret size 14 Racoon Coat (dec) Natural - Muskrat size-12. Battle Jacket regular price $795. Muskrat and (ie Mist § 00 dyed) 695 regular price $1395. Black Crosss. 15 e Mink and Leather Selection of Persian and Mouton 'jackets and coats Leather Coat regular price $850. ~ regular price $695. regular price $395. \ The building where the Busy Bee Antiques is now located, housed the postal facilities for several years until it was moved to its present location on the east 'side of Main Street Fred Brown retired in January 1965 and Wilbur (Wib) Schaller, the present post- master began his duties. The first rural routes were established in 1915. The mails were delivered by horse and buggy or horse and cutter at this time. Without' the con- venience of the plowing of roads in winter for easier transportation. Coldwater rural route no. 1 was established in 1916, covering the territory of Matchedash Township. The mailman was the late Finlay McCuaig who travelled 20 miles a day. The route was later delivered by George Marshall of Mill Street. He retired from postal service after 48 years. However, the Marshall family are still very much involved with the mail. Rural Route no. 1, now a distance of 62 miles, covering Mat- chedash Township and Black Lake, has been delivered by Kay Mar- shall for the past 11 years. Mamie and _ Russell Marshall together, drive 53 miles a day. Mamie has delivered lKural Route no. 2 for 26 years. servicing the area from The Rolling Hills Restaurant in Coldwater to Bass Lake and War- mail delivery to Jarret, minster. This route was Oro, and Horseshoe originated by the late Valley. a distance of 51 Harry Leatherdale. miles on RR4. The late Russell's route for the George Biggs. who past 32 years has included resided on River Street in Medonte, Coulson,.Carley Coldwater, started this and Hobart. The first route, a distance then of contractor for KR3 was 23 and 7 8 miles. Clifford W. Leatherdale Mrs. Balkwill has Alfred Bidmead has serviced KR5 for 11 years, travelling 30 miles devoted 44 years to rural Check the real estate section as "(da\\\ -- DESTIN Florida Vacation --On The Gulf Choose from a variety of beautiful Villas. Per Month * Completely Furnished «Fully equipped kitchens + Central heating and air conditioning 2 Month Minimum © Heated pool Golf--a monthly membership of $40 entitles each couple to unlimited usage of our beautiful 18-hole championship course. DESTINFO Call Your Operator For Assistance ~(904) 837-61 (Or write Destinfo, U.S. 98 East at Seascape Inn, Destin, Florida 32541) SALE PRICE $750: regular price $850. ence °695-™. Sie $5 5 -00 SALE PRICE 9225 Mt 1295" EDWARDS diand BRESSION Siam OF MIDLAND Once a year, we offer this 5100: saving for early fur shoppers. At Edward's you will find an exquisite selection of first quality furs, so come in today and... 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You will find the finest selection of lamps & gifts for the home, in the area. - something for every budget - A. BARRIE 'HOME OF FINE FURNITURE' Wednesday, October 27, 1976, AND SONS FURNTURE