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by Jennifer Cranston Last Thursday at its regular meeting, the Harrow Early Immigrant
Research Society learned about some of the local soldiers who fought at the Battle of Dieppe in 1942.
Last August, the Kingsville Historical Park museum acquired its first paid employee in the form of a new curator named Kevin Fox. Fox’s presentation was titled “The 42 Crew,” in reference to the year 1942. He laid out the original plan and the reasons it
went wrong. He explained that the Royal Canadian Regiment was late to the battle because of a run-in with a German convoy. That skirmish also gave the Germans advance warning of the attack, eliminating the element of surprise that was vital to the operation.
He described the pebbles on the beach that bogged down and jammed up the tanks. It was at one of these tanks that local doctor, Capt. Wesley Clare MC set up his field hospital. He refused to leave with the last landing craft leaving the beach because there were still men who needed medical attention and he believed himself to be the last medic on the beach. He spent the rest of the war as a German prisoner and ultimately received the Military Cross for his actions at Dieppe. The Essex Scottish Regiment sent 553 men onto the beaches that day. Fatal and non-fatal casualties accounted for 530 of those men, and only 53 returned. “I wanted to focus on a small group for the purposes of this presentation,” Fox said. He told brief stories about many locals, including Sgt. Major Maurice Snook of Kingsville. Snook became a prisoner of war that day. His German captors found cards on some of the
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Four veterans to receive National Order of the Legion of Honour at Conference by Sylene Argent The Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee is helping to sponsor the 11th Windsor Military Studies Conference. This event, which attracts the attention of those who enjoy learning about military history, will be held on February 5 and 6 at the Tilston Armouries. Conference organizers are expecting the largest turnout for this event yet as four Windsor-Essex County area WWII Veterans will receive the “National Order of the Legion of Honour” award for bravery, which is also known as Chevalier. WWII Veterans to receive their Legion of Honour Knighthoods in the rank of Chevalier are: Private Charles
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prisoners explaining how to bind a German prisoner should the occasion arise. The Germans were offended and in retaliation they kept their prisoners
in shackles. Snook brought his home with him, and told of how it didn’t take long for the prisoners to discover that their shackles could be unlocked with Spam keys. In spite of the devastating loss that was Dieppe, Fox explained that much was learned that day. The hard earned knowledge gave the Allies what they needed to be successful on D-Day. One example of that is that they used modified tanks that could handle the pebbly terrain of the beaches. Fox said that he is currently collecting local stories from other conflicts, including Afghanistan and Korea
and various peace keeping missions. He explained that he focuses on the personal stories because, “These are the stories that get lost.” It can be hard going through the personal stories of war every day, Fox admitted. “You could probably tell I was getting a little emotional,” he said about the moments he talked about men who didn’t make it home. One of those stories was about a man believed to be dead until he was seen in a German propaganda photo as a prisoner. It was
a great relief to his wife, who was at home with their young child. He died in captivity. Fox said he enjoyed sharing the presentation with HEIRS because it is a good cross between genealogy and history. Members of the audience brought in some of their own photos of the Essex Scottish that included their own family members, and shared some of their own stories as passed down by the veterans in their families.
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Director of Infrastructure and Development Chris Nepszy makes a presentation during a special Council meeting on Thursday, January 28 regarding road mapping.
by Sylene Argent On the evening of Thursday, January 28, Essex Council met at the Essex Municipal Building to participate in a “Road Mapping and Five Year Plan” discussion. Director of Infrastructure and Development Chris Nepszy explained the meeting was held at the request of Council to hear, from administration’s view, what road works need to be done in 2016 and over the next five years. Councillor Bill Caixeiro originally asked for the meeting, which Council later supported to have, to get a better understanding of the logic behind what gets done and why so he can explain the process to anyone with questions. Ultimately it is up to Council to decide which road works will be done as
it heads into 2016 budget deliberations. Through this roads forecast, Nepszy explained every road within the municipality was assessed and given a score based on things like ride-ability, cracking, and potholes. Roads that are rated low on this scale are highlighted in red, roads with moderate scores are coloured yellow, and roads in good repair are presented in green. The maps also provide the history of work done to each road. Generally, Essex spends around $2 million annually on road related work, and has spent an average of around $500,000 on culverts per year over the past five years. He commented the Town is doing well in maintaining its culverts and bridges. Nepszy further
explained that the urban centre five year plan for “Road Mapping” includes not only road work, but storm and sanitary sewer work as well. Council received Nepszy’s report. Councillor Larry Snively said Council needs to get caught up on road maintenance. He said after the meeting that he would like to have
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent •••
Birds of Prey I have always been an outdoorsy person. I love taking walks in the summer and enjoy catching a glimpse of a muskrat scurrying towards the ditches, frogs and turtles sunbathing, and birds flying overhead. I like to hear the buzzing of bees busy with their mission of pollinating, and seeing startled rabbits dart off when I unknowingly approach too close. I think it is neat how everything coexists. The earth is an enigma we know really very little about. Though I do enjoy spending some time outdoors, and often camped in my youth as a Girl Guide, I never thought I’d ever witness a bald eagle in the region. And I think I have. Actually, I think there have been a few occasions when I have been out-and-about in the rural areas and have thought I had seen a bald eagle. I have often brushed those thoughts aside, chalking them up to wishful thinking; even though I have heard from many that there are a few
around. Over the weekend, while driving in the county, a large bird flew up from the ditch area. It gracefully flapped its massive wings, carrying itself to the field on the other side of the road. At first, I thought this bird was a turkey buzzard based on the sheer size. But then I noticed the white head and tail feathers. I was awestruck. Had I really just seen a bald eagle? Or had I been mistaken? I slowed my car as the bird suddenly took flight from the ditch area. I watched in awe as it carried itself forward. It may as well been a dragon flying past because I think, in my book, one is just as likely to cross my path as the other. I tucked this incident into a corner of my memory bank and I carried on with my day, still wondering if what I thought I had seen was indeed real. I have noticed many (what I think are) falcons and other birds of prey
in the past few years. Typically they are perched on a tree branch with their gazes and attention focused on scurrying prey trying to hide in the ditches and tall grasses below. Perhaps they have always been there and I had never noticed them, but I do take note of them now. Birds are majestic creatures. There is something about their grace in flight that is breathing taking. And the bald eagle, it just seems to have this presence that commands respect, doesn’t it? I’m going to keep my eyes peeled in hopes for a second glimpse at that possible bald eagle, and hope, whatever type of bird he or she was, that it prospers.
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Letter to the Editor... Jones Group Ltd has a saying, “Demolition is progress.” If that is so, progress has stopped on Laird Ave. Around twenty percent of the old bakery “Weston” has been knocked down and hauled away. The problem is the other eighty percent hasn’t seen any activity for
three weeks. Hopefully work will continue sooner rather than later. Currently it is a mess. Gord Wright Essex, On.
Cartoon Commentary... by Ingrid Rice Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Spitfire Park Have you noticed the work that has been done on the foreground to the Spitfire replica? It gives promise to the park that we have been told will be there. I wonder what type of park. In any case, I am certain we all trust it will be beautiful. I hope it will be a place where visitors, or any of us, can sit and enjoy flower beds. I am taking this opportunity to remind everyone we have another war memorial as well as this plane that played a huge role in securing our freedom; the cannon that sits on the town lawn. I reiterate when I tell you again that Essex was given that cannon in recognition of having a high percentage of its population among the armed forces in 1914 to 1918. It is a German cannon used by the enemy in World War I. Only in recent years has it been painted in that camouflage green as it would have been on the battlefield. Essex Rotary has been responsible for its restoration under the insight of Dr. Richard Barnett, who researched its background. There is more information about it in the latest edition of the history of Essex.
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Glen (Smoky) Embury, LoHC of the Essex Scottish, and Private James Fisher, LoHC of the First Hussars, will also be in attendance. The late Jerry Billing, a resident of Essex and Spitfire Pilot during WWII, was also awarded the designation of Chevalier many years ago. Billing was the inspiration behind the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee coming together to erect the memorial replica Spitfire plane in Essex’s Heritage Garden Park. The Honour Wall that surrounds the monument pays tribute to over 1800 Windsor-Essex County residents who served in the RAF or the RCAF during WWII. The 11th annual Windsor Military Studies Conference is sponsored by the University of Windsor’s History Department, the Wilfrid Laurier University Centre for Military, Strategic and Disarmament Studies, The Essex and Kent Scottish Regiment, HMCS Hunter, other Windsor-based Canadian Armed Forces units, and the Military Institute of Windsor. The event is designed for the general audience of adults and young adults. With proper ID, students can be admitted for free to take in the presentations that will include local, regional, national, and international topics connected with World War I and II. Ticket information and list of activities can be found at www.facebook.com/events/609981195806750/. Mike Beale, a member of the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee, can also be contacted at 519-735-4633 if anyone has any additional questions.
accent. The complainant initially spoke to a male and was later transferred to a female. The complainant was provided a case number and advised that there was a warrant for her arrest. He also left a phone number; (613) 946-6059 which returns to the Government of Canada Case Processing Centre in Ottawa for Temporary Resident Visa Applications (this number has been linked to other fraud related incidents). She was advised that she had two options; either attend her local RCMP detachment immediately, or do nothing and get arrested on an Immigration warrant. The complainant advised that she would attend her local detachment and was then told that she needed to do so immediately.
The complainant did not leave her residence as she believed it to be a scam and moments later heard noise coming from her garage as someone was tampering with the garage door. She could hear males speaking in what was described as an East Indian accent. She was able scare the men off and she observed three males leaving in what was described as a silver minivan. Essex County Detachment Commander Inspector Glenn Miller would like to remind the public “Canada Immigration and the police do not operate in this manner. If you suspect that something just isn’t sitting right, take the time to investigate it yourself. If there is an immigration issue, you should have received prior written
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Naturalized Habitat Network learns about TEKnology
Silviya Ure talks to the Naturalized Habitat Network on January 26 about environmental changes and indigenous ecological knowledge in the Arctic.
by Jennifer Cranston Last week, guest speaker Silviya Ure explained the importance
of TEKnology to members of the Naturalized Habitat Network as illustrated by her recent work in the Canadian Arctic. TEKnology is the combination of Traditional Ecological Knowledge and cutting edge technology. Ure is working on her Master’s degree, which is a combination of Social and Environmental Sciences. Her work will include a documentary about indigenous knowledge and the changes occurring in the Arctic. She has taken two trips to the Arctic to date, and spent a total of eight-anda-half weeks there. She explained that organisms in the Arctic develop and mature slowly, so adapting to change is very difficult for them. This poses problems for the Inuit who live off that land. She explained that a large portion of their diet consists of sustenance hunting. “Indigenous people are the best ones to talk to about the environment they live in,” she said. The purpose of her studies is to find solutions to the problems being created by changing environment, more
boat traffic, and the introduction of invasive species. An example of one of those changes is the introduction of bugs. The Arctic is well known to have no insects–that is until recently. In the living memory of indigenous people, there have never been any bugs in their environment. In the last six or seven years, locals are dealing with the arrival of mosquitoes. “There are a lot of changes happening in the Arctic and the best way to communicate that is with the documentary,” she said. “People, especially young people, are more likely to watch a documentary as opposed to reading a journal article.” Ure said she enjoyed talking to the Naturalized Habitat Network. “They are a wonderful club and they are very good at what they do,” she said. “The Naturalized
Habitat Network is part of what ecological knowledge is all about.” She said that having ecological knowledge of our own ecosystem is important. “We have everything here and we take it for granted,” she said. Naturalized Habitat Network Program Coordinator Dan Bissonnette appreciated Ure taking time from her studies to share her project in progress with them. “It was great to have her come out and share her experience and insight,” he said. He said it was interesting to see pieces of a documentary that isn’t finished yet. It was also the first time the group had a guest speaker who shared information that wasn’t purely local. “The Arctic isn’t as far away as we think, we are all connected,” he said.
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by Jennifer Cranston The five nurse practitioners and three registered practical nurses who work at the Harrow Health Centre and their satellite office in McGregor have their first contract after unionizing
in May. An agreement was reached on January 26 between The Ontario Nurses Association and the Harrow Health Care Centre. That agreement was ratified with a vote of 100 percent on January
29. “We did take (negotiations) very seriously,” HHC Executive Director Margo Reilly said. “We do respect our employees and we want them to be happy here. We worked
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hard to give them what they wanted and what they needed.” This was only one hurdle facing the Centre. The next bridge to be crossed relates to provincial funding for the satellite office HHC runs in McGregor. They currently have limited financing until the end of March. HHC was given funding for one Nurse practitioner as part of a pilot project. Reilly said that she feels safe saying that the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care will consider continuing funding for the NP. What they are hoping for is additional funding for a medical office assistant. The McGregor location serves over 200 patients a month and there is no help with the administrative work that goes along with those
patients. “We are carrying two busy clinics on one budget,” she said. Reilly explained that the clinic in McGregor is an “essential service” that people feel strongly about, and that HHC is committed to finding creative ways to continue to provide this service. They’ve asked the Towns of Essex and Amherstburg to send letters of support to the Ministry. Reilly said that
they are still waiting on word from the ministry regarding funding for the clinic, and will inform the public as soon as they have any answers.
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Roads and storm water are priorities in 2016 budget by Jennifer Cranston On Monday, February 1, Essex Councillors and Administration held their first budget deliberation for the 2016 budget. In the first of what is likely to be at least a few meetings, administration presented a draft budget that was based on the needs of running the town, and initiatives council had asked to have included over the last year. Before Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter was through the first page of her presentation, Councillor Larry Snively was suggesting taking up to $2 million from reserves to put into roads. It was decided that the time for Councillors to investigate adding and removing items from the proposed budget would be at the second meeting. CAO Russ Phillips explained that administration is trying to lay out a five year plan for council. By averaging out
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but exceeded that budget by almost $140,000. In 2014, actual expenditure exceeded the budget by almost a half million dollars. So, cost for this service this year was calculated using an average of actual spending over the last three years. Regardless of the department, all members of administration developed the draft budget for their area of responsibility with the increased needs for roads and storm water projects in mind. “In my department we are very aware of the situation in town when it comes to roads and flooding, so we’ve already made a lot of cuts,” Doug Sweet, Director of Community Services, said. The proposed Capital Budget for 2016 is down 41 percent, or more than $300,000 over last year. One of the new projects in this portion of the budget is a facility at the Colchester Harbour to sell live bait, specifically minnows. This is something Council asked Administration to investigate for this year’s budget. Councillors Snively and Bill Caixeiro believe that providing this service will increase usage and revenue at the Harbour. Councillor Randy Voakes agreed. Administration presented two options for the project; a town-run operation with town staff or a lease agreement with a private business. “I do believe that you
do need that attraction,” he said. He also pointed out that previous investigations of a project like this indicated that it would be more successful to have a town-ran operation, rather than an operation ran by a private business that leased the facility. Administration suggested a 69 percent increase in spending on storm water management. Much of these expenses are in relation to addressing the current flooding issues. It was mentioned that the Town had been hoping for a grant to help with some of these costs, but that application was denied. Director of Infrastructure Chris Nepszy said that will not slow them down. “It’s not an issue of whether we will do it,” he said. “It’s just deciding how we will finance it.” The project, which includes re-opening a decommissioned lagoon and upgrades to storm water infrastructure, needs Ministry of Environment approval for various aspects. The proposed “Roads and Roadside” budget has about a 60 percent increase in spending. Projects to rehabilitate, upgrade, or replace around 10 roads were listed, along with some sidewalks and trails. At the next budget meeting it is expected that Council will add and remove projects from the proposal. There has been no mention yet of possible changes to property taxes.
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Faulty funding is hurting local healthcare by Jennifer Cranston A five year freeze on Hospital funding and a flawed formula have led to cuts in local healthcare, and Essex MPP Taras Natyshak said it has to change. “When you cut hospital funding it puts a heavier burden on other branches of the industry and patients suffer,” he said. He points out that some say “Throwing money at the problem won’t fix it,”
million a year, but that is not the case here. He said that administrators at our
but he disagrees. “That is exactly how you solve this problem,” he said. Investing in things like preventative care and homecare are things he said need to take place. He said that how healthcare funds are managed is something that needs to be constantly monitored. There are some hospital administrators in Ontario bringing home salaries in excess of $1
added. “They are actually dealing with a $20 million
“When you cut hospital funding it puts a heavier burden on other branches of the industry and patients suffer,” ~ Taras Natyshak hospitals are at the lower end of the provincial pay scale. “The root of the problem is the envelope of funding that is handed down by the province,” he said. He explained that the formula is complicated, but one of the biggest problems is that part of the funding is based on projected population growth. He explained that a region with a growing population like Toronto is given more money for a given procedure than Windsor is given – not because the procedure is less expensive here but because our population is shrinking. He said that because this region is experiencing a decrease in population growth, the funding to this region has decreased. “Windsor Regional has done a really good job in managing their funding,” he said. This is in spite of the fact that the Province’s funding freeze equals a funding cut for us, he
cut,” he said. Natyshak explained that that number isn’t based on inflation or other factors, it is in actual dollars. He went on to say that they cannot control fixed costs like electricity, which went up $700,000 in one year, or the cost of supplies. “So they have to look to human resources,” he said. This has led to changes in nursing staff at Windsor Regional. The plan is to eliminate 80 registered nurses and replace them with 80 registered practical nurses. There are also cuts being made to various clinics offered by the hospital. In addition to cuts in hospital funding,
the province recently made changes to the pay structure for Doctors. These changes reduce the money they have available to run their businesses as well as their own salaries. “Doctors make a good living in this province but they also make huge investments in their education, their
businesses,” Natyshak said. Natyshak said that this leads to fewer doctors and rushed patients, and inevitably care suffers. “Our health care professionals, doctors and nurses, are faced with the choice of leaving and working outside the province or outside the country.”
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T2B Gala anchors support with ‘Love Boat’ theme
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by Sylene Argent Nearly 1000 patrons set sail for an evening of elegance in support of Transition to Betterness (T2B) on Saturday. A hall at the Ciociaro Club was nautically decorated for this year’s Gala to enhance the “Love Boat” theme. “We are here to celebrate 11 honourees and have a great night,” Transition to Betterness Executive Director Amber Hunter said as the hall began to fill with many supporters. These honourees are individuals
who have passed on, she noted. She explained Transition to Betterness has 17 programs available at local hospitals, and Saturday’s event helped spread awareness about these programs and raise some funds for them, too. Hunter hoped the event would solicit enough interest to raise a large sum of money that will help Transition to Betterness support its programs. Transition to Betterness Program and Volunteer Coordinator Sam Arpino added there are two programs T2B would like to support specifically through the Gala is the Comfort Cart Program at Windsor Regional Met Campus. This program that offers a cart full of snacks, water, and other goods for the family of an individual who is passing so they do not have to step away. The other program it is hoped the Gala would support is the Concierge Program. Through this program, a concierge visits with patients and offers items such as toiletries and parking passes.
“When they visit patients, they try to get to know them on a personal level,” Arpino said. She hoped the Gala provided an opportunity for the community to feel connected to the organization, while having fun. “All money raised stays in Windsor-Essex County,” Arpino added. “Without support [from the community] we couldn’t support our 17 programs. We are lucky Windsor-Essex County is so generous.” The evening would also not be possible without the many volunteers who dedicated their time to the Gala. Having that kind of support, she said, is humbling. The Gala was topped off with a silent auction as another means to raise additional funds for the organization. On its Facebook page, T2B announced $340,000 was raised through The Love Boat Gala 19. For more information about Transition to Betterness, or to learn how to donate or become a volunteer, log onto www.t2b.ca.
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to explore what Essex Centre has to offer. These new businesses offer an array of items and services, and the Essex Centre BIA wishes them well, Chairperson MaryAnne Bjorkman hopes area individuals and visiting shoppers check out and support these new businesses, along with the
Walk in Clinic. He said this expansion will extend the existing 8000 square foot facility into 20,000 square feet to create a one stop medical centre. The new facility will bring in a new female physician. The Walk in Clinic will still continue on. The expansion will
allow the facility to house an optometry clinic, dental centre, and lab service to go along with the existing physio, x-ray, pharmacy, and ultra sound services already available. It is hoped the renovations are completed by this spring.
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existing establishments. Bjorkman also hopes that these new businesses are happy in their new homes, and welcomes them to the neighbourhood. The Municipality of Essex, she added, has been great in working with these new businesses. Patrons can visit M2 Hair Works, located at 49 Arthur Street, for hairstyling needs. The Little House of Cupcakes, at 108 Talbot Street North, is open and offering tasty treats. Talbot Trail Florist, at 70B Talbot Street North, is opened and offering floral arrangements. The St. Vincent de Paul Society Shoppe, at 44 Talbot, opened late
last year, and welcomes patrons who enjoy thrift shopping and helping those within the community needing a little assistance. Heaven’s Floral and Home Décor, at 54 Talbot Street North, offers floral arrangements and decorative items, and Eh Little Bit of opened at 47 Talbot Street North and is loaded with unique home décor items. In addition, Viv’s Hour Glass Hair Salon recently made room to welcome Polished Parlour Day Spa. This business will run out of the 26 Centre Street address as well. Tim Brady of Brady’s Drugstore is pleased to announce the changes taking place to his business. He explained that he is restoring part of the old St. Mike’s School and combining it with the
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Many business-related changes... MP Tracey Ramsey also recently opened up her constituency office in Essex Centre at 316 Talbot Street North, Unit 6, directly next door to MPP Taras Natyshak’s Constituency Office. Ramsey has said she wants the office to be a welcoming place for constituents. Two physicians have also been added to Victoria Plaza that houses many health
and medial related businesses. This Plaza also houses Essex Community Services, which is also involved with the St. Clair College Student Shuttle Program. Vivian Bennett of Amy Bells has announced she will be retiring from retail clothing. Those looking to utilize a cab serve for their transportation needs can call
SX Taxi and Limousine Service, a new business in Town. All Risks Insurance has moved to 38 Talbot Street North from 341 Talbot. The move brought the business closer into the downtown area. The local business moved in November and has enjoyed being in the downtown area. In addition to being able to welcome many new businesses into Essex Centre, Bjorkman is also thrilled with the uptake of the Essex Centre CIP (Community Improvement Program). She hopes that with the BIA helping to promote this municipal grant funding initiative, more businesses will look at potential opportunities. There are still some stores in Essex Centre that need investors, and she hopes to see those store fronts filled in the near future. With many positive changes, Bjorkman believes the business corridor is headed in the right direction.
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Stems and Spoons provides winter warmth way for United Way’s representatives to reach out to community members to explain what the United Way does. The monies raised at the Stems and Spoons event will be funnelled into its programs that help folks living in poverty, she said. Moldovan explained
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by Sylene Argent A great way to have put some warmth into the cold and bland January weather was to attend the second annual Stems and Spoons event at Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards over the weekend. Not only did this event invite the public out to pair locally made wines to homemade soup, it raised funds for the
United Way of WindsorEssex County. Barb Dejonge Master Taster/Culinary Director at Cooper’s Hawk said the event was well attended. It provided a great way to get out with family members or friends to help chase away the winter blues. “We are thrilled to host the event,” she said, adding the three types of
soups she served over the weekend were made from family recipes. Dejonge said Cooper’s Hawk plans to host the event annually, and will select a different charity to support each time. Last year’s inaugural fundraiser supported Hospice. Choosing a new charity every year helps bring awareness to
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Cottam’s Trinity Anglican Church Celebrates 150 Years
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FERGUSON, Jerry Kenneth - Passed away peacefully on January 28, 2016 at the Sun Parlour Home in Leamington at 88 years of age. Beloved son of the late Helen and Gordon Ferguson. Dear brother of Helen Koehler (late Ernest) and Bernice (Garnet) Hillier. A private family service was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-7767378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Interment followed at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Salvation Army – Essex Community Church. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.
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submitted by Margaret Brackell and Trinity’s 150th Anniversary Committee. Let your imagination take you to a simpler time and place. Stop awhile and reflect on what is happening on that half acre plot along Talbot Trail as Cottam’s Trinity Anglican Church was being built a century-and-a-half ago. Trees are being transformed into rough cut lumber; a stone foundation rises above the ground. A contractor is seeing his vision of a small church take shape. Local men volunteer their efforts and the women are bringing baskets of food for the workers. Break times are short as the men press on, for the completion date has already come and gone. Shorthanded now, due to sideline preparations against possible Fenian Raids, and with much work to be done, the men lean into their commitment to build this House of God. Progress is further hampered by weather as winter settles in. In November the finishing touches are finally added. Hearts burst with pride. A simple, little church, built by those who will worship within her walls, has been completed. Trinity is what they call her, and she is consecrated in November of 1866. Did the founding members envision their hard work would still be standing 150 years later? Did they wonder how this little church would leave its mark on the many people who would walk through her door? So much has changed since her inception, yet Trinity (that little white church in the cemetery) continues to be here for whoever God sends her way. The earliest records of the Church of England services being held in this area date to the early 1860s. Rev. R. Fletcher came here in 1858 and was stationed at Leamington, Kingsville, and Colchester. He would travel on horseback, following a narrow trail through the hardwood forest. The first services were held in the old township hall that stood on Talbot Street in Cottam. Services were also held in the homes of parishioners. The construction of the church was interrupted at this time and the contract date for completion had to be disregarded. However, by November 1866, the church was ready for the opening ceremonies. The auspicious date was set for November 22nd. The Right Reverend Benjamin Cronyn, the first Bishop of Huron (1857-1871), came from London for the occasion and conducted the Service of Consecration. The incumbent, Rev. Robert Fletcher, assisted in the service. The original Certificate of Consecration is a prized possession of the Parish Archives. We hope you enjoyed the travel through Trinity’s One Hundred and Fifty Years. The present congregation would be honoured to have your attendance at some of the events planned throughout 2016 to celebrate this grand achievement. A few of the events are as follows: Bob Garrett will sing and play the guitar to the song he wrote for our 125th Anniversary on April 17. The Old Fashion County Fair will coincide with Cottam Annual Yard Sale on June 4. Twenty four members of the Diocesan Cathedral Choir for a Choral Evening Prayer service will take place on June 12. Trinity Choir old hymn sing will take place on October 16. An anniversary banquet with former priests, past members, current Bishop Bob Bennett, and first Bishop Benjamin Cronin will take place on November 19. And, a service to remember our first service in 1866 will take place on November 27. Please keep Trinity in your prayers as we strive to spread God’s Word.
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TOWN OF ESSEX SUMMER STUDENT 2016 PROGRAM The Town of Essex is currently accepting applications for our Summer Student 2016 Program. Eligibility rules for the program, positions available, job descriptions and application forms may be found on our website at www.essex.ca. Students must complete an application form and attach a resume for each position they are applying for. Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 26, 2016. Applications may be submitted: • by mail to Town of Essex Summer Student Program 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON N8M 1A8 • in person at the Municipal Building • by email to hr@essex.ca
SERVICES _____________________ L & D CLEANING SERVICES- We will get the job DONE! We offer weekly, biContinued from Page 15 weekly, monthly or 1 time clean. Call now for a free estimate: 519-992-9749 _____________________ or 519-791-6955. 1-tfn _____________________ FOR SALE _____________________ NEED TECHNICAL HELP? Technical FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Seasoned and Support looking for work - Specializing Split - hardwood firewood. $70/cord. in troubleshooting. Computer repair. 9870 Concession #9 Essex. Call-519- A+ certified and network certified. 776-6299 or 519-995-0601. 48-5t* Call for info: 519-903-5577 or email: _____________________ philglmass@gmail.com. _____________________1-tfn FOR SALE: Two new sheets of white kitchen backsplash, 4x8 in 4 inch tile INCOME TAX Confidential preparation design - $15.00. Call: 519-776-5329. of Personal, Farm, and Senior Returns. 5-1t* Pick up and delivery available. E-file or _____________________ regular filing. Over 35 years experience. FOR RENT Call Tim Mousseau 519-975-2414 or toll _____________________ free 1-855-975-2414. 5-12t* _____________________ FOR RENT: Upper 2 bdrm apt downtown Essex. Prefer no pets. First & last required. HANDYMAN AVAILABLE Can do $775. Utilities incl. 519-791-6312. 22-tf dry walling, painting, and most other _____________________ renovation projects. Will do yard work, FOR RENT: Small one bedroom clean eavestrough, clear driveways in apartment for rent in the Cottam winter, etc. Call 519-776-6897, ask for area. Utilities included and available Paul Robertson. Have references if need immediately. $575/month First and last to see also. Why wait? Get your projects month’s rent required. Call 519-819- done. Very reliable. 5-4t* 4-tf 1039. _____________________ _____________________ REAL ESTATE _____________________ Buying or Selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-tfn _____________________ HOUSE FOR SALE - Story and a half. Three bedrooms, 1 bathroom. On large country lot. Close to Essex. Call 519-7234689. 4-2t* _____________________
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Town of Kingsville - Town Planner The Town of Kingsville is seeking an experienced and energetic individual to become a key member of our planning team in the beautiful, historic and picturesque Town of Kingsville. We are located on the shores of Lake Erie, in the southernmost region of Canada. The Town of Kingsville has a population of 21,500, comprising of the Town urban center, the Village of Cottam and Hamlet of Ruthven. Kingsville is advantageously situated close to the international border and major urban centres. The Planner will be responsible for providing administration and processing of planning applications (minor variances, consents, zoning by-law amendments, subdivisions and Official Plan amendments). The Planner shall have obtained a University Degree in Land-Use Planning and be a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners. A minimum of two years of experience as a Municipal Planner will be considered an asset. A complete description of the Town Planner duties is available on the Town of Kingsville website www.kingsville.ca. Applicants shall complete the “Career Profile” application form which is provided online. The Town of Kingsville offers an attractive and competitive benefit package. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume including the completed Career Profile, marked “Private & Confidential” by regular mail, personal delivery, courier or email to: Human Resources Department Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 E-mail: alonsbery@kingsville.ca The above package must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2016.
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Join us for Family Worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. led by Major Sam Roberts. Our monthly Potluck Lunch following the service is Feb.7th, so bring your favorite dish and enjoy fellowship and good food. SA Connections meets every Tuesday at 10 -1 p.m. We will craft on the 9th, so come out and have a good time and enjoy a delicious lunch. Bible Study follows at 1:15 and both are free community programs. Messy Church meets Thursday, Feb.11, from 6-8 p.m. It’s an exciting and worthwhile time for family with kids of all ages to experience church in a new way! All are welcome! Any men interested in attending a Men’s Breakfast at the Salvation Army South Windsor Citadel on Sat. Feb.20th at 8:30 a.m., are asked to let Major Sam know so a car pool can be arranged. Cozy Corners - Bethel-Maidstone United submitted by Bev Holland
Thank you to our guest speaker John Cats on Jan. 31st. This week, Feb. 7th, our guest speaker is Phil Hernandez. Lunch will follow the service. The UCW Meeting is on Feb. 8, at 1pm. The noon Ash Wednesday Lenten Service Series begins on Feb. 10 at Holy Name of Jesus Church with Rev. Chris Brouillard-Coyle. Our church family is still collecting funds to sponsor a Syrian Refugee Family. Envelopes are in the pews. Reminder that our lunch and annual meeting is Feb. 28th, following the service. If you have a report to be made, please get it into the office by Tuesday, Feb. 9th for typing. Thanks. Trinity Church Prayers are asked for Millie, James, Harry, Maureen, Betty, Art and Bob. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of John Gagnier, Steve Miller and Eula & Ralph Miller, given by Sheila Gagnier and family.
Older and wiser They speak of elderly people being older and wiser. We do learn a few things along the years. Among them is the fact that whether we wear a $300 watch or a $30 cheapee they both will tell the same time providing we keep an active battery in them. The same applies to the value of a wallet. The money in an expensive one is no more valuable than in a cheaper one, providing we put the same amount of money in them. We can apply that to a house. No matter the size of it, one can be just as lonely in a small one as in a large one. Perhaps in the larger one the empty rooms might make us feel lonelier. We come to realize happiness does not come in material possessions. Family and friends, with whom we can talk and laugh, are what bring real happiness. The facts of life are influenced by our elders when we are young. My maternal grandmother often scolded me in her desire to teach me proper ways to act. My paternal grandfather never scolded, but said much to inspire me to reach my potential. He would say “Try for 100 and you will reach 90,” when he referred to my school work. He also told me that I could do anything if I tried. Both of those people had a tremendous influence on my life and told me a great deal that has helped me grow wiser as I grew older. That is not to say I never make any mistakes now or that I always have good judgement. Yes. I do some foolish things. What would it be like if I hadn’t grown wiser?
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Throw a sensational Super Bowl party
The culmination of the American football season is on the horizon. Millions of people will tune in to watch two teams battle for the title of champion. While the teams may be busy prepping their last-minute offensive and defensive strategies, sports fans across the country are doing their own strategizing by planning the perfect game-day party. The first AFL-NFL World Championship Game in professional American football, later known as Super Bowl I, was played on January 15, 1967 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California. The Green Bay Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs. Since that day, ardent fans and novices alike have been celebrating football by hosting their own viewing parties at home. These parties present yet another way for friends to get together. As the opening kickoff draws closer, here are some keys to Super Bowl party success. • Know your playing field. Your home is only so big, and that means you will have to limit the number of people you can invite. Crowding too many people into the house can be uncomfortable and dangerous, never mind trying to talk and hear
Game Day, Sunday, February 7, 2016 The National Football Conference (NFC) champion Carolina Panthers vs The American Football Conference (AFC) champion Denver Broncos above the cacophony of too many people. Take inventory of how many you can seat comfortably. You may need to move out larger furniture and move in folding chairs if you plan to accommodate more guests. If you live in a warmer climate, you may be able to hook up the television outside and host an outdoor event in the yard. This will enable even more people to attend. • Size up your competition. Super Bowl Sunday is a once-a-year event. There will be thousands of like-minded individuals planning their own parties and utilizing the same services in your local area. Those who need to rent tables and chairs and rely on a caterer (or the services of the nearest pizza joint) should plan early. If you would like to have a football gathering, start laying the groundwork a few months in advance. This way you can leave deposits for any vendors and be secure in knowing you will have what you need come gameday. • Establish your play book. Will this be a chipsand-dips type of party or will you be offering more substantial fare? Is it adults-only or are guests able to bring their kids along? Make a list of questions that need to be answered and set up the
party parameters. This way you will know what to stock up on in advance. Consider allocating a separate room in the house for kids’ play or for adults who are there for the social aspect of the party and will not necessarily be glued to the television. • Check your equipment. What is the Super Bowl without a means to watch the game? Retailers often offer the best deals on new televisions this time of year because they
know sports fans want to upgrade their televisions for the big game. If yours is a TV that has seen better days or doesn’t offer the high-definition picture guests have come to expect, this may be the time to cash in holiday gift cards for a new flatscreen. If buying new isn’t a possibility at this time, there are centers that will rent electronics. • Watch the clock. Hardcore fans will not want to miss any of the action. Therefore, refreshments and other components of the party will have to coordinate to the timing of the game. Do the bulk of food preparation before kickoff and allow guests to mingle and fuel up before the game starts. Save finger foods and other snacks that are easily accessible for when the game starts. Guests can take a break at halftime and grab food and beverages that are set up buffet-style in another
room. Hosts and hostesses also may want to consider serving as food “butlers” and constantly come out with new finger foods on trays and go around the room to ensure everyone doesn’t miss a moment of the game. • Don’t run interference. There’s not much entertainment that needs to be scheduled on game day apart from the game itself. Ensure that the television is situated so nobody’s view is obstructed and that people moving in and out of the room need not cross in front of the TV to get food or use the restroom. While
it may be customary to decorate your home with a few decorations, ensure any decorations do not obstruct views of the game. To make things comfortable for the largest number of people, consider having two TVs tuned into the game running in separate rooms. This way, guests can mingle and not be tied to one area. Super Bowl parties are fun ways to enjoy the last football game of the season and have a houseful of guests celebrate and socialize.
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Continued from Page 17 Happy Birthdays this week to Leigh Ann Vander Vecht, Jacob Hayes and Ruth Anne Wall. Trinity’ s Annual Pancake Supper is Tuesday, February 9th, from 4:30 to 6:30pm. Free will donation. Plan to join us! Ash Wednesday, February 10, service is at 7pm, with Holy Communion and Imposition of Ashes at St. Paul`s. Looking forward, watch for up coming events to mark our 150th Anniversary. Remember our year long toy drive. Donation box is in the Church Hall. Lets fill it up! Also in April, we will take orders for pies again. Details to follow shortly. Join us Sundays at 9:15 AM., in the “Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam, and join us on Facebook. All are welcome! Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Linda continued teaching on “The Invitation” and how God is calling us to ‘come.’ When God invites you, it’s because He wants you. Visit the Connect Centre in the foyer to help keep you informed on what’s available and what’s happening at ACM. Youth and Young Adult Conference: “Awaken the Up-Rising,” March 17th-19th. Register online at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Restoration House Healing Rooms, open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1p.m. Be blessed!
Essex Community Services SNOW PATROL - WE NEED YOUR HELP! Essex Community Services is seeking volunteers who are able to shovel driveways for eligible seniors and people with disabilities. Call 519-776-4231 for your volunteer application or for more information. FOOT CARE SERVICES: Did you know that specialized Foot Care is provided by Essex Community Services in three convenient locations? Our Foot Care Clinics are open to persons 55+, or any age for those unable to care for their own feet. Clinics are located in Essex, Harrow, and McGregor. The goal of our program is to increase comfort and prevent and treat problems that may lead to immobility. Appointments are required. Call Essex Community Services today to set up an appointment: 519776-4231. Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley
Be sure to join us for our Memorial Hymn Sing on February 7 at 3pm hosted by St. Stephens. This will be a great day of music and stories as we come together to join in singing and memories. Redeemer & St. Stephens annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, hosted by the youth, is on February 9 from 4-7pm at the Redeemer. This is a free-will offering event with the proceeds helping to send six of our youth to CLAY 2016 in August. Our Ash Wednesday service is on February 10, at St Stephens at 10am and at Redeemer at 7pm. Mark your calendars for our next Soup for the Soul Sunday, February 21 at Redeemer from 11:15am-1:00pm. Everyone is welcome! We’ve picked a date for Redeemers’ 10th annual Pasta Dinner - Saturday, April 16, with more details to follow. For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808.
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Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. This Sunday is our Annual Congregational Meeting. Breakfast is served at 8:30am and the meeting will follow. Sunday Service is at the regular time at 11:15 am. Rev Ann will give the message. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Lenore Palmer. Greeting you at the door will be Doug and Pat Wilson. Please note because breakfast is being served before the Congregational meeting there will be no lunch this Sunday. Please pray for the people on our Prayer List. Need a visit or know of someone who would like a visited by Rev. Ann. Please contact her for the visit. Choir Practice: Mondays at 7:30 pm. Coffee and Conversation: Thursday at 10 am. Everyone is welcome. Talent Show and Pasta Dinner: Saturday, Feb. 27 at 6 pm. The pasta dinner is a free will offering with the Show to follow. Do you have a hidden talent you’d like to show off? Contact Elaine Mailloux at 519-890-6312 to sign up.
Essex Retirees’ Social Club Special Pepper Monday night had Carolyn Stewart taking first prize, Carolyn Campbell placed second, and Patricia Holt and Charles tied for third prize. Tuesday afternoon had Evelyn Vivier with the most Peppers. The tie for first place went to Ruby Robertson and Larry Lane, Wally Lafromboise took second place, and Marion Fuerth had low score. Thursday night Bridge game had Diana Dennis placing first and Pauline Olafson taking second place. Our annual soup contest is noon on February 23rd. Come on out and enjoy fellowship as well as delicious soups. Bingo night is Friday night, Feb. 5th. Come out and see all your neighbors and friends.
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Continued from Page 20 Essex United Church Essex United is having a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, February 9, 5-7 pm. The cost is by donation. Proceeds go to the roof fund. The Essex and District Ministerial Association is again presenting a Lenten luncheon series on Wednesdays at noon throughout Lent. The first service will be on Ash Wednesday, February 10 at Holy Name of Jesus. SSC LINE DANCING will resume on Wednesday, February 17 from 1 pm until 2:30 pm. This is a 6 week session. All are welcome - no experience necessary! Call the church office to register (519-776-5121). We are beginning a four week Lent study series at Essex United on Feb. 28 at 7 pm in our parlour. It is entitled “With Us Always.” It is a study that zooms in on key scenes from popular movies and finds parallels from the Biblical narratives. Essex United’s annual Murder Mystery, “The Mystery at Devil’s Gulch,” is coming Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16. Tickets available soon.
The Faith of Steel Hockey game for young men 14 years and up will take place on Saturday, Feb. 13th at 8:30am at Essex Arena Lunch and talk at Holy Name of Jesus Church to follow. To register, contact Fr. Patrick Beneteau: pbeneteau@dol.ca. Lifeteen - Grades 9-12 - Feb. 7th is a Superbowl Sunday mass at 8pm. Party to follow. Bring friends, enjoy the youth centre and food. The next K of C Fish Fry is on February 12, from 4:30-7:00 pm. God Bless and have a great week!
St. Mary’s Park baseball registration takes place on Sunday, February 7 at St. Mary’s Hall from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our Lenten Card parties begin on February 14. Our sympathies and prayers to the Pare family on the passing of Monica. Happy Birthday to Veronica Benoit and Laura Fuerth. Please keep Bill and Shirley Kennedy, Isabelle Shanahan, Vera Quinlan and all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes and their care givers in your prayers.
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Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist.com. Kid’s Club is offered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm.
Please join us at St. Clement Church, 9567 Walker Road, McGregor for our Parish Mission. “Nurturing Family Faith: The Mission of the Domestic Church” will be presented by Jean Beneteau, BSW,CYM,MRE on February 17, 18 & 19. Mass in the church at 6:30pm followed by a presentation in the Community Centre (located behind the church). All ages welcome! Childcare is available. For more information call: Kathleen Comartin at 519-726-7560.
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Golden Age Golf Report On January 28th, aces were difficult to come by. 42 golfers managed to drop only 70 aces on this day. Leading the pack with five was Herb Ascott and he needed a little help from his friends Doug and Art. Carding a strong score of 16 over 9 holes were Bill Ward and Laurie Hylton. Continuing his strong play, Bill Ward carded a score of 34 over 18 holes. The top score over 36 holes was shared by Bill Ward and Bill Taylor with scores of 73. The first place team, with a terrific score of 225, went to Team Queens (Cathy Dewhurst, Bill Taylor, and Tom Hyatt). Second place, with a score of 227, went to Team 3 (Eileen McIntosh, Laurie Hylton, and Bill Ward). In third place, with a score of 237, was Team Jacks (Julia Kos, Pete Daudlin, and Barry Sweet). Play resumes Thursday, February 4, at 9:30, at Colasanti’s.
If you are having a special wedding anniversary this year, (1, 5, and every 5 years up to 60, then every year after that) please join us for a celebration on Sun., Feb. 14 at 11am. Mass with cake & refreshments after in the hall. Sign up at the Info Table. Lenten Lunch Series begins Ash Wednesday, Feb. 10th at 12noon at Holy Name of Jesus Church with Rev. Chris Brouillard-Coyle from St. Paul’s Church. Luch to follow. Free-will offering appreciated.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper is February 9th from 5 to 7pm at St. Mary’s hall with a free will donation. Proceeds to benefit Development and Peace. Ash Wednesday parish mass is at 7pm and school mass is at 1 p.m. Knights of Columbus breakfast takes place on Sunday, February 14th after morning Mass in the hall. Free-will offering at the door. Everyone is welcome. Thank you to everyone who donated sweaters for the migrant workers. Sandwich South Historical Society invites everyone to its next meeting on Thursday, February 11 at 7pm. at the Oldcastle Fire Hall. Bring something to show and tell with a Valentine theme. Wedding Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 13 at 7pm. Mass for couples celebrating milestone anniversaries this year. Please sign up at the back of the church.
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Don Bedore’s father, Paul Bedore, in their 1935 Chev panel truck.
At age 12 in 1947, Don Bedore (now living in Leamington) took a picture of his dad’s 1935 Chevrolet six cylinder panel truck purchased from Lee’s grocery store in Kingston for around $250. The Bedore family had been without a car for five years, ever since their 1927 Model T Ford gave up the ghost. Whenever they went anywhere during those five years, Don and his sister and Mom and Dad walked. When Don’s dad bought this panel truck, it became the family car. It had two bucket seats in front and the back was empty. Dad went to a wrecking yard and picked up a bench seat from a 1928 Essex and installed it in the back for Don and his sister. It wasn’t fastened down as tight as it should have been, and Don and his sister often rocked back and forth depending on what gear Dad was shifting into. The door at the back was hinged on the driver’s side with an outside handle on the passenger side. But there was no way to open it from the inside. Don removed the striker plate from the door handle mechanism and kicked the door open whenever he wanted to get out. Under the hood was an overhead-valve six cylinder engine brought out in 1929 by Chevrolet to get the jump on Henry Ford, who was producing his famous Model A at that time. The Model A had a flathead 4-cylinder engine, and by adding two extra cylinders to the Chev, it could claim you could buy a Chev Six for almost the same price as the previous four. The Chevrolet car became the No. 1 selling car in America in every year of the 1930s except 1935. Chev trucks were also very popular. The front of the Bedore family’s panel truck is really a ’35 Chev car with the panel truck body added to the chassis. A 3-speed floor shift transmission and clutch pedal was all you needed to change gears, and the transmission had synchromesh. The floor in the rear was finished in hardwood. Don remembers riding in the truck many times. When Don was a teenager, he wanted a car of his own. Money was tight but in 1953 he managed to find a weather-beaten 1937 Ford coach at a low price. All four fenders were missing, but for a teenage driver, that was a plus because with the extra weight taken off, the car would go faster! I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”
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Essex atom major Kohen Fuerth (13) and Drew Tetzlaff in playoff action against Erie North Shore last week.
by Fred Groves The Essex midget minors made it five straight playoff wins on Sunday as they beat the Erie North Shore Storm 10-1 in OMHA action. It was also five in a row for the peewee minors as the Ravens beat host St. Thomas 3-0. • Essex’s Ryan Green had an assist on Saturday to help the University of Windsor men’s hockey team beat Ryerson 7-1. The day before, Green had a helper as the Lancers fell 3-1 to Toronto. • Aaron Langlois now has 13 points in 17 games with the Leamington Junior ‘B’ Flyers. On Wednesday the winger had an assist in a 3-1 win over London. The next night in Leamington, Langlois had two assists in a 5-2 win past Chatham. • Emily McCloskey had 10.5 points on Friday for the University of Windsor women’s volleyball team, but they came up short 3-2 against McMaster. The next day the Lancers beat Guelph in three straight where the EDHS grad had five kills and eight points. • Clay Kranack of Woodslee had an assist on Wednesday as the LaSalle Junior ‘B’ Vipers fell 10-8 to the visiting St. Thomas Stars. Nolan Gardiner, also from Woodslee who
played for Chatham-Kent Cyclones last season, has 18 points thus far. • It was a big win for Spago Hall, owned by South Woodslee’s Donald Leschied, winning the seventh race at Flamboro on Saturday. • Matt Puempel of Essex had 12:21 in ice time last Tuesday night as
the Ottawa Senators were edged 3-2 by the Buffalo Sabres in NHL hockey action. • After a break for exams, high school sports resume this week. Today (Thursday), the EDHS boys’ basketball team host Cardinal Carter at 4p.m. The senior game will follow. • Congratulations to EDHS grad Jessica Masse who was recently named the St. Clair College Player of the Week. The second year middle hitter helped the Saints women’s volleyball team beat Mohawk and Conestoga, both in three straight, this past weekend. • Harrow’s Lionel Sanders has won again. Canada’s top triathlete won the Ironman 70.3 in Panama City on the weekend. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.
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73’s sink Sharks 6-2 in finale
Tyler Boughner fights for the puck, in the offensive zone, during Tuesday night’s game against Wheatley.
by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s are fresh off their cruise and team building weekend, and faced a challenge in their first game back and regular season finale. The Wheatley Omstead Sharks were in town Tuesday. The Sharks have won their last six games, including a 1-0 win over
Mooretown 24 hours and a 3-1 win over Blenheim 8 days prior. In the Sharks, Essex faced a strong two way team that is capable of making opponents pay on special teams, and registers good scoring chances as they did the night before. They showed this early Tuesday.
Voice Of Inspiration “A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be.” ~ Wayne Gretzky
Essex began the game right and showed no signs of wear. Captain Matthew Hebert beat Sharks’ goalie Eric Morneau high glove to make his second start in as many nights. Before the tally, Wheatley played strong and had a number of early chances. Closing out the period, Wheatley began to get under Essex’s skin. The Sharks drew a pair of penalties, which the Sharks made no mistake to capitalize on. Jack Leafeve beat a screened Trevor Wheaton, with five minutes remaining in the period. After one period of play, the scoreboard was tied at one, while the shots were also tied at nine. In the second period, the 73’s got their legs and a number of chances. The offense put up four unanswered goals in the period. Riley Meyerink broke the deadlock at 4:15 into the second
period, which opened the floodgates. Tyler Scott made no mistake and buried the puck in an open net left by a sprawling Morneau just three minutes later. Closing out the period, Max Viselli tipped in Adam Gaiarin’s point-shot, and Matthew Hebert received his second of the night with two minutes to go. In the final frame, Wheatley came out with Adam Leboeuf in between the pipes. A heated third period was expected as tempers flared at the horn to end the second period. The hotheadedness would be the story for the third period as both teams took numerous penalties that led to power play chances. Both teams made sure to capitalize as they both exchanged goals. However, Wheatley was unable to muster another goal, as its six game win streak ended with a 6-2 defeat. Adam Gaiarin and defense partner Cody Leeming both had three assists each on the night as Gaiarin said it felt great to have everyone connecting. He hopes they can ride the success and chemistry into the playoffs. “It felt great tonight, especially after returning from the cruise,” Gaiarin said. “I think heading into playoffs, tonight’s performance showed that we can tighten up defensively after the power play goals. “ Essex now plays the eighth place Alvinston Flyers in the first round of the playoffs. This is the first meeting between the two teams in the playoffs.
Essex 73’s Dallas Pereira absorbs a hit on the boards as he pushes toward the Wheatley zone.
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Maple: First Taste of Spring submitted to EFP With the lack of snow, are you unsure when winter will end and spring will begin? Not to worry, the first sign of spring will soon be here, but it won’t last long. Join the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area for your chance to learn about the springtime ritual of maple syrup and sugar making, the pioneer
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The Homestead’s maple programs are appropriate for any age, explains Curator Kristin Ives: “We tailor our program to meet the appropriate grade level and curriculum links, or special interests that the group may have. The sweet subject matter is interesting to everyone. This program often attracts Girl Guide and Scout troops, seniors’ groups, day camps, church groups, New Canadians and many others. Our maple programs are also available en francais on select days.” The maple syrup experience can also be combined with one of the Homestead’s other popular pioneer or nature programs. Pure local maple syrup, maple butter and maple sugar are offered for sale in the Homestead gift shop. Spaces are limited for this program, as the season only lasts a few weeks. To ensure your group is able to attend,
contact the Homestead to reserve a date; call: (519) 738-2029, or email education@erca.org. The Homestead is located at 915 County Road 50, at the corner of Iler Road on the lake shore. No group? Your family is invited to attend the Homestead’s maple public events, please visit our website to learn more at: erca.org/maple. The Homestead was named Ontario’s Best Living History Museum. Since 1973, the Essex Region Conservation
Authority has served as a community-based organization dedicated to protecting, restoring and managing the natural resources of the Essex Region.