A2 saturoay, JUNE 29, 2024 STRATFORD BEACON HERALD UA CONTACT THE BEACON HERALD REFLECTIONS Dominion Day celebrations offered ‘good entertainment for all’ CINDY J. SINKO STRATFORD-PERTH ARCHIVES On July 1, 1879, the Canadi- Phone: 519-271-2222 Toll-free: 1-800-265-8577 ress: P.O. 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For more information or to file a complaint, goto www.mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163, an passed alaw designating the anniversary of Confederation in 1867 asa statu- tory holiday that became known as Dominion Day. On Oct. 27, 1982, Dominion Day officially became known as Canada Day. Each year, towns throughout Perth County celebrate the day, officially or unofficially. One hundred years ago, there were anumber of events that one could participate in. The July 2, 1924, edition of the Stratford Beacon Herald reported on some “Varied Program on Dominion Day Kept People In The City Full Holiday Bill Provided Good Entertainment for All Citizens Crowds Everywhere Baseball, Races, Picnics and Pageant Well Attended; Other Celebrations With attractions billed for every hour in the day in Strat- ford on the holiday, not many Stratford people journeyed outside the confined of the city on Dominion Day yesterday in order to celebrate the 57th anni- versary of the Confederation of the four province which formed the nucleus around which has grown the Dominion of Canada. Very few houses and practically no stores were decorated for the day, although the public build- ings here and there carried flags on their solitary poles, In the morning the exhibi- tion baseball game between the Goderich team of the Huron County League and the Stratford Bards, of the Southern Counties Baseball League, attracted a crowd of more than ten hundred Province searching for temporary home SCIENCE FROM Al Before the sudden closure an- nouncement one week ago, pro- vincial plans were already in the works to relocate the science cen- tre tothe waterfront Ontario Place attraction, though that building isn’t set to open until 2028. Adeal last year between the city and i 0 i INDEX DEATHS. A4 CLASSIFIEDS B7, B8 COMICS B6 OPINION AS SPORTS Bl, B2, B3 CANADA A4,A6 Canada Local Jounnatism imitative Reporters are funded by the TODAY IN HISTORY In 1534, French explorer Jacques Cartier reached Prince Edward Island during his first voyage to Canada. He described it as “the best-tempered region one can possibly see, and the heat is considerable.” In 1767, the British Parliament approved the “Townshend Acts,” which imposed import duties on repeal the duties on all goods, except tea. In 1871, Canada was granted the right to In 1927, France formally transferred ownership of 100 hectares of property at Vimy to Canada. The land was the scene of one of the most celebrated battles by a jake cio take over operations of two Toron- igh A ‘i who saw the Bards wina slugging bee 15-1 Rain fell for about 10 minutes during the match, which was the only break in the oth- erwise perfect holiday weather. In the afternoon the Stratford nine motored to Goderich and defeated the westerners again, this time 11-8. Several Stratford cars accompanied the team to the lake shore. In the afternoon more thana thousand people witnessed the ess and running races staged at Agricultural Park under the auspices of the Race Committee the Agricultural Society. These Dominion Day Races have come tobe annual event in Stratford and yesterday’s program was keenly followed by those who turned out to see the best horse- flesh in this district in action. Picnic was Feature - Starting at two o’clock in the afternoon and commencing without a break until eleven o’clock at night, the annual picnic of the Church of the Immaculate Conception held at Queen’s Park, was patronized byacrown of 2,000. The var- to be seen all afternoon and evening wending their way home with captured dolls and lamps and sundry other emblems of luck. Hundreds went to the Park for supper which also attracted scores from the race meet. In the evening the pageant being presented under the auspices of the Stratford Rotary Club, which depicts scenes in the history of Stratford and Perth County, was witnessed by more than 3,000 persons. Last night’s performance was even more suc- cessful than the opening presen- tation given on Monday evening. But while hundreds were attending the public functions (Heros County League) (Suthers Counties” League) ee ae DUFFERIN PARK, STRATFORD, TUBSDAY, JULY i, a 0 am. Only sporting event in Stratiors Dominion Day mo-ning 3 Pood — Comey Store — Dewwing ‘THE PARK BEFORE GOING TO THE ROTARY PAGEANT? There was plenty of fun planned for the July 1, 1924, Dominion Day celebra- tions in Stratford. srratrorp-PERTH ARCHIVES yesterday there were scores of family picnics held at various spots throughout Perth County and district, while many... people spent the day at Grand Bend. Others motored to Lakeside for the dance there at night while the larger Ontario cities drew their usual quota of holiday visitors from Stratford.” Another interesting article that was published in the same edition was titled: “Flag First Flown First Domin- ion Day 57 Years Ago At least one of the flags used for decoration purposes in the city yesterday has an interesting history. That was the handsome big flag, decorating the home of Dr. F.J.R. Forster, on Waterloo street. This flag, was made for Dr. Forster’s father and was first flung to the breeze on the first Dominion Day, 57 years ago. In 1867. Itis a large flag, 12 feet by eight feet, with the union in the corner and large red field. Mr. Forster, the original owner of the flag, is still living and is hale and What do you have planned for this year? Happy Canada Day from everyone at Stratford-Perth Archives! The Stratford-Perth Archives welcomes donations to the collec- tion and is usually open for drop-in research from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please note we are closed for the Canada Day week- end from June 29 to July 1. Please visit www.perthcounty.ca/Stratford- PerthArchives, call us at 519-271- 0531 ext. 259 or email archives@ perthcounty.ca with any questions, a Dramatically: Different! extension 279. holidays when most stores must be closed. The Retail Business Holidays Act provides limited exce book or magazine stores that are less than 2,400 squ Stratford Town Crier Public Information, Notices and Meeting Schedules CANADA DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE City of Stratford Administration Offices and the Landfill wll be closed on Monday, July 1, 2024. There will be no change in the Recycling, Green Bin, Leaf & Yard Waste and Garba Please ensure materials are to the curb priot to 8:00 a.m. on collection dates. F RETAIL CLOSINGS ON CANADA DAY Shoppers and merchants are reminded that und 19e collection programs on Monday, July 1, 2024. ‘or further information, please call 519-271-0250 ler the Retail Business Holidays Act, Canada Day, Monday, july 1, 2024, is among the Ptions for retail outlets that may be open, including stores that sell handicrafts and are feet with a maximum of three employees, pharmacies under 7,500 square feet, flower shops and gas stations. S should contact their municipal offices for information, Minimum fines for opening businesses on prohibited days of retail operation are $500 forthe fist offence, $2,000 for a second offence a7 $5,000 for a third oF subsequent offence. Retail outlets may be fined up to $50,000 or the total amount of gross sales forthe holiday, whichever is greater. Stratford designated tourism season is May 1 to November 12 each year and includes the Canacie Day Holiday. Businesses Stratford City By-law 149-9; it that provid ise that meet th Stratford to tourists in Stratford, may open for bi city: ial relief, and part of the deal included a discus- sion of maintaining some form science programming at the origi- nalscience centre site— Chow: says she wants to get that started. Matlow’s motion also asks staff to provide an analysis of the gov- t rai busi * t (3000 square feet) * fertain large retail busines establishments listed in Schedule “A” to By-law 149-92 as amended, may also open on Canada Day between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Enforcement of the Retail Business Holidays Act in Stratford is th p. is the usiness on Canada Day under the voloning poeee to 10:00 am and does not remain open after 4:00 pm; * The number of persons engaged in the serving ofthe public does not at any time, exceed four (4); otal area used for serving, seling or displaying goods or services to the public inside the establishment is les than 278.71 m2 'e Province and case on relocating the science cen- treand the Ontario auditor gener- al’s report on it. “Idoubt that there’s anyone who either, like myself, has a child or has been a child themselves in Ontario since 1969 who doesn’t love the Ontario Science Centre,” he said. der. It’s an incredibly important lace.” As well, city staff said they are looking at designating the science centre as a heritage property and that the issue could go before council in September. However, changes that the Ford government made to provincial heritage laws last year would allow the province to exempt the build- ing from any such designation if it ig the First World War. The German bastion along Vimy Ridge was assaulted by all four divisions of the Canadian Corps on Easter 1917. The Vimy memorial consists of the Canadian land, now a park, and a monument dedicated by King Edward VIII in 1936, as transit or housing. Ontario is in the midst of search- ing for a temporary home for the science centre before the Ontar- io Place facility opens. A request for proposals indicates it’s eyeing about 50,000 to 100,000 square feet — a fraction of the original building’s 568,000 square feet. The Canadian Press 9768. For .9OV.0N.ca, Fireworks may not be set off: * on any city street or highway; * in any park or other public place; * in any building or vehicle; and When setting off Fireworks: * Use fireworks outdoors only; * Choose a clear, open area; * Check wind direction and speed; * Always have an adult present; * Have water handy; * Read and follow label directions; Questions oF to Report a Violation: FIREWORK SAFETY - VICTORIA DAY AND CANADA DAY City of it By-law 73 i re ly be set off on Victoria Day and Canada Day between 8:00 pm. are Ta.00 midnight. In the event of weather conditions such as rain, fog, smog or wind on Victoria Day or Canada Day, fireworks may be set off the day before or the day after Victoria Day or Canada Day. * in areas containing dead undergrowth or trees. Firecrackers which are different than fireworks, cannot be set off anywhere in Stratford, * Keep spectators away from launch area. Flying lantems (the small paper hot air balloons propelled by an open flame) are not permitted for sale or use in Stratford. If you have any questions or wish to report a violation ofthe By-law, please cal the Fire Department at 519-271-3212. Please enjoy the holiday safely. ATTENTION STRATFORD PROPERTY OWNERS Your 2024 Final Tax Bill has now been mailed. if you have not received a Tax Notice or would like pa pr q paym call the City Tax Office at 519-271-0250 extension through your : fine banki the responsibility of Stratford Police Services. I the Ministr rent plan, please e-mail taxinfo@stratford.ca or 5212. Property tax payments may be made ng, bank. —_ Debit is accepted at City Hall or Cash or Cheque payable tothe “City of Stratford” are accepted in person at City Hall, deposited in the 1. mailbox Rear Entrance or mailed to P.O. 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