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Community shows support at Remembrance Day ceremony

by Sylene Argent Those who have served their nation in the fight for freedom and peace stood shoulder-to-shoulder with civilians on Saturday morning to take part in the local Remembrance Day celebration. At the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, Essex residents bowed their heads around the local cenotaph, in a gesture of appreciation for the freedoms they enjoy today, thanks to the sacrifices veterans and fallen service personnel made and continue to make. There was a huge turnout of community members at the cenotaph for the Remembrance Day ceremony, many of which proudly laid a wreath at the base of the cenotaph to commemorate the lives of loved ones who signed up to serve their nation. In addition, wreaths were laid in recognition of the country, the province, Essex County, the Town of Essex, the Essex Legion, the Essex Legion’s Ladies’ Auxiliary, local service clubs, boy scouts, girl guides, and on behalf of all veterans. Wes Garrod, President of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201), welcomed the many attendees to the event. He said the annual Remembrance Day ceremony is hosted to pay tribute to the many men and women who, “served our country so we can have the choices and freedoms we do have.” “Many paid the supreme sacrifice,” Garrod said, adding that many were able to return home after their duties were completed, but some of those individuals may not have return the same. It is because of those brave men and women we have the freedoms we have.” To see the large crowd of residents at the cenotaph was, “Overwhelming,” Garrod said. He rhetorically asked if anyone knew of the song, “The Wind Beneath My Wings?” The song includes the lyrics, “Did You Ever Know that You Are My Hero?” He said those who have served are everyone’s heroes. As a way to get local youth interested in the importance of

Remembrance Day and continue the significant tradition of remembrance for those who sacrificed, Garrod announced that art students from Essex District High School will soon take the time to paint the names that are honoured and displayed near the cenotaph so they can be easily read. During the ceremony, the Silver Ambassador Band provided live music, and members of the Kingsville-Essex Associated Band marched to and from the cenotaph as part of the parade procession with veterans, various groups of service personnel, and Legion members.


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23rd annual Jingle Bell Run, Walk, and Wheel benefits CLEC

by Adam Gault Grey skies and a slight drizzle couldn’t dampen the planned festivities as more than 200 runners took to the streets of Essex

Centre on Sunday morning to participate in the annual Jingle Bell Run, Walk, and Wheel, which began from Ken Knapp Ford. For nearly a quarter of a century, the event has been a been a key fundraiser for Community Living Essex County (CLEC), raising thousands of dollars every year for the organization that assists individuals across Essex County who are living with intellectual disabilities. Nancy Wallace-Gero, Executive Director of the CLEC, said many who take part in the event view it as the unofficial start to the holiday season, which could be seen in the festive, Christmas-themed costumes worn by many in attendance. The event featured a 10km run, a 5km walk, run, or wheel, and a Little Elf Run for participants 6-years old and under. In addition, a new option for participants this year included a 2km walk or run. Bob Blair, Chairperson of the Jingle Bell Run Steering Committee, explained the new 2km event was introduced as a way to make the event appeal to a wider-variety of individuals, and to give those interested a stepping stone into the sport of running. Although attendance was down slightly from past events, the energy and enthusiasm of those who braved the chilly November air aided in raising funds and awareness for CLEC and all the programs and services its clients need. The event also provided an opportunity for participants to take part in the event with the many who benefit from CLEC’s services. All who participated in this year’s event received

a medal to commemorate their achievement, as well as the chance to win a variety of raffle prizes. Walkers and Runners Around the County of Essex (W.R.A.C.E.) teamed up with CLEC one

again this year to host the event, with the organizers thanking the many supporters and sponsors who make the annual event a continued success.

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2018 budget approved in principle by Adam Gault Essex Town Council held a special meeting on Monday evening at the Essex Civic Centre, where members approved the 2018 budget in principle. During this meeting, Councillors again had the opportunity to raise questions and concerns surrounding various areas of the budget, as well as the capital and operating forecast over the next five years. The speed of this year’s approval, the first time the Town’s budget has been approved the calendar year prior to its implementation, can largely be attributed to the success of the Asset Management Plan and how it streamlines the process surrounding maintaining and replacing Town assets. As part of the 2018 budget and the recently approved organizational review, several new Council and administrative positions are being allocated for the coming year. These include the addition of a Deputy Mayor at Large, Deputy CAO, Technology

Specialist, Deputy Chief Building Official, Assistant Mechanic and Operator, Facility Maintenance Technician, Director of Development Services, and a Lead Hand of Environmental Services. Chris Nepszy, Director of Infrastructure and Development, explained several roads in the Town are slated for upgrade or replacement this year. Depending on a variety of factors, this includes either a simple resurfacing, or a complete tear up to bring these roads back to speed. Roads selected for these improvements in 2018 include the 14th Concession between County Road 11 to Old Walker Sideroad, Craig Beach Road, North Malden Road between the 13th and Gesto Sideroad, the 8th Concession, between Coulter and McCormick, and Gore Road. It was also applied to finish the paved shoulders on County Road 50 going east, and connect the sidewalk on Maidstone to McDonald’s and Tim Hortons.

Councillor Randy Voakes expressed concern with Irwin Avenue not being included among those streets selected for upgrades, stating that concerns about speed and safety on the narrow residential street have been brought to his attention. There are no plans to change any gravel roads in the Town to hard surfaced through 2020. Director of Community Services Doug Sweet spoke to the community improvements the Town has planned with the 2018 budget. These include the Colchester Harbour accessible ramp access connecting the park directly to the beach, a new Toro industrial lawnmower for the Parks Department, Stanton Park Drainage upgrades, as well as upgrades to the baseball diamonds and

soccer field. With the Public Works Department, storm water management was at the forefront of discussion with four bridges recommended for repair within the next year, as well as a complete Ward 1 storm improvement project. In terms of water and sanitary, there will be a series of capital upgrades at all of the facilities, including upgrades for sewage facilities as well as standard operational maintenance. As the meeting came to a close, CAO Donna Hunter expressed satisfaction that the budget was of a very reasonable nature, and was completely balanced for 2018. Council will finalize approval of the 2018 budget at a future council meeting.

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Faith in humanity

Our faith in humanity can sometimes be challenged when instances happen that deflate the perspective we have of the world. We all have had those moments, whether we heard about them or had something directly happen to us. One only has to watch the news on most nights for a few moments before beginning to question how much good there really is left in the world. Though the saying goes, ‘good news travels fast,’ I’d say bad news travels even faster in most instances. And it has this way of burrowing into, and destroying, the positive view people may have of this place we all call home. But, every-so-often, we meet someone who goes out of their way to do good, and that rejuvenates our own sense of call to action. We forget about the bad and stop complaining about it as we allow ourselves to become pillars of greatness in our communities, our country, and the world. Sometimes, the best teachers, when it comes to shedding a positive light on a world that can so often be depicted as being draped in darkness, are our youth; many of which have not yet let the root of

negativity burrow into their personal world-view. I have witnessed a few of these positive instances lately, and I am glad I was able to. A few weeks back, we had a brotherly duo of Caleb and Gavin Brockman collect donations for the Essex Area Food Bank. In addition, Caleb volunteers at the food bank weekly, recognizing the need. Our EDHS Rotary Interact Club is growing, and these students are beyond willing and excited to get involved in their community to support local causes and the sister school in Maforeka. Finally, our EDHS students showed veterans their sacrifices are appreciated during a special Remembrance Day event hosted at our cenotaph on Friday morning. And, it was very noticeable the students wanted to be there. In addition, kudos to the EDHS Concert Band for its performance during the ceremony. Despite some of the instruments freezing up due to the very cool weather, they sounded amazing. I can only imagine the time they spent to learn and perfect the music specifically selected for Remembrance Day. On Saturday, I was so impressed

with the community turn out at the Remembrance Day ceremony. It was a Saturday, and it is easy to get side tracked by duties at home, but the attendees were nearly pouring out onto the street. Further, there were several members of a minor Ravens hockey team who brought a sign to the ceremony to show support to veterans and those who paid the ultimate sacrifices for the freedom we all enjoy today. I thought that was great. But, they really blew my mind when, at the end of the ceremony, they walked up to the cenotaph, and while looking at the wreaths laid in remembrance of loved ones who had served, placed their arms on each others’ shoulders to hold a final moment of silence before they departed. Ugh, the heartstrings were pulled. It is much easier to see negativity than positivity sometimes, but it does exist. And, we can allow that positivity to influence and motivate ourselves to do good if we let it. We just have to remind ourselves to look for it, sometimes.

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch We remeber Did you attend a Remembrance Day service on November 11? This is the first year I did not go to the service in Essex Centre. Instead, I watched the televised ceremony presented live on our local station. It was a glorious event. There were not very many veterans of World War ll and most were from the Korean War. It was gratifying to see so many children there, and I hope the day is never made a holiday from school as it was when I was going to public school. I really did not know what it was all about, so it carried no meaning for me then. Certainly, it did not fill the vow of, “We will remember them.” Did you read the article about the line in John McCrae’s poem, “In Flanders Fields?” I was in the

third line of the second verse and someone interpreted the words, “Loved and were loved” to indicate he had a girlfriend. However, I think he could have been thinking of the love of his family. His challenge is in the last verse where it reads, “Take up our quarrel with the foe,” and continues, “If ye break faith with us who die we shall not sleep.” Something to think about

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Letter to the Editor...

Irwin Avenue traffic issues I recently had the opportunity to attend a council meeting in Essex to hear two lady residents explain how Irwin Avenue had inadequate lighting, no curbs, no sidewalks, or even a center line. The street is so narrow, at the curve at the end by the Community Church, tire rut marks can be seen all over the lawn. It was mentioned that it is narrower than Ontario standards by 16”. Traffic coming down Gosfield Townline often take Irwin as a shortcut, when they see the light red at Talbot Street. Unfortunately, I believe these are not residents, but speeders trying to save 30 seconds. This is a very unsafe situation for the residents, especially for the families with small children who have to walk to the end of the street as school buses no longer come down the street. I wasn’t going to write anything, but I am a senior with a medical condition that requires me to use 2 forearm crutches when walking. I walk most evenings to try and stay as strong and healthy as long as I can. Tonight, I was walking with a reflector vest on and a car came speeding down the street easily, at what seemed to be 80 km/h and

The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch Forgotten articles If you are under the age of 65, you won’t be able to understand all the pictures of items that a friend sent to me. I had forgotten many of them. There was one that showed a pair of bronzed baby shoes that many people had to remember their child’s tiny feet. That was in the days when Smith Brothers black cough drops sold for 10 cents, and you could buy DippityDo hair gel. Women gave themselves a “Toni Home” which was considered as a hair permanent you could give without the time and expense of going to a hairdresser. Or, perhaps you would have a bottle of LePages mucilage to use as paper glue. And, people played the game of pick up sticks with which you dropped the slim sticks in a heap and then tried to pick them up, one by one, without causing any of them to roll away. How about a five-year diary with a lock! Or maybe your dial phone would have sat on a desk or table. At home, the kitchen chairs would have a chrome frame with plastic covered padded seats. Children at school sat at an individual desk or sometimes the desk was big enough to share with another child, or pupil as they would be called then. Ain’t technology wonderful?

nearly hit me. It was literally 12” from my elbow, forcing me to fall onto a lawn with some mud, due to all the recent rains. As only one person making the presentation is allowed to speak at the council meeting, the rest of us patiently sat there listening to rhetoric. Some Councillors said they needed more information and studies conducted before they could comment. For gosh sakes people, why do you need a study done? When I vote for people representing me, I expect some common sense decisions to prevail. It’s not rocket science. Our Town engineer said the street was in good repair. That was not the point. Actually, if it had a few more potholes, maybe people would slow. That does not address the safety issues previously mentioned of the street. He did say that they could put a traffic monitor device on the street, which will give them a report on volumes, but I don’t know how that would address the aforementioned issues. Our Mayor said he drove down the street before the meeting to see first hand what the problem was. He did admit that the street seemed narrower than most, but he suggested that a road grader drive down both sides of the street to accent the boulevard. How archaic and ‘50s thinking can you get? So, his solution is that we all live in mud on top of all the other issues. The most insulting remark came from our Town engineer. He stated that when we are standing on our lawns watching traffic go by, that perhaps it only appears that the cars are going 80 km/h and that in reality perhaps they are only going 50. How insulting. One of the residents present was a retired police officer, and I am sure after 30 plus years of operating a radar gun, he knows the difference between 50 and 80 km/h. How disrespectful and insulting. The only Councillor who showed any sympathy to our plight was Randy Voakes. It was obvious the rest couldn’t care less and the general consensus amongst us residents was that it was a waste of time and nothing will ever get done. This is probably the second highest tax base street

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Essex Town Council discusses staff organization by Sylene Argent On Monday, November 6, Essex Council and administration met at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre to finish going through the draft Organizational Review that Kelly Linton of Imaginate Inc. submitted at the Town’s request. On October 2, Council was first introduced to the document, and at that time approved several recommendations attached to the report. Of the ten recommendations for change presented in the report, Council moved (from the first phase, which would be implemented within two years), to host semi-annual staff meetings facilitated by the CAO with the active involvement of the Senior Management Team; shift the Manager, Legislative Services/Clerk to report to the CAO and introduce a Deputy Clerk position (which

has been done); identify succession planning priorities and establish a Deputy CAO position; and establish a Development Services Department with Planning, Building, and Bylaws and Economic Development. Of the eight first phase recommendations presented, it is estimated to cost would be between $105,000-$130,000. This is because, it was explained at that meeting, there is currently no Town Planner and that position would be redefined. At the November 6 meeting, Council went through the remaining recommendations. In discussing the recommendation to establish the Development Services Department with Planning, Building and Bylaws and Economic Development, which CAO Donna Hunter said was previously approved by Council. She noted money is set aside in the budget to relocate the department to Gesto or a different permanent location. Director of Infrastructure & Development Chris Nepszy said he believes the intent has been that building and planning services should always be together. Currently, there is not a one-stop shop now as those with inquiries have to go Gesto to talk to building and head to the municipal building to ask planning a question. Right

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now, they can be placed in Gesto cheaply, he said. It was moved to have this pre-approved in the 2018 budget. Council further moved to shift Fire & Emergency Services under the Community Services Department, to introduce a Technology Specialist position to support the Manager of IT, and to enhance the Community Programmer position. Hunter said the Community Programmer position would have little cost. Doug Sweet, Director of Community Services, further noted that is because the cost to hire this position will be covered by fees of those who enter programs. He said the position was needed to add more programming, especially in the Harrow and Colchester areas. It was said at the previous meeting, the project highlighted the Town’s strengths and weaknesses, and recommended positive changes for long-term organizational excellence. In the future, Council will have to deal with phase two of this document, which will consider the introduction of a Specialist of Asset Management and shift GIS Technician to Capital Works & Asset Management and further introduce a Specialist, Communications and Citizen Engagement position over a five-year term. The report notes these recommendations could cost between $125,000 and $145,000.

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Community Living Essex County celebrates completion of building renovations

Prior to the completion of the recent renovations, not every washroom at CLEC featured automatic door openers. “Hearing from Jeff makes it even better,” WallaceGero commented. “I talked about our pride in receiving this grant, but when you know Jeff and others we serve are saying the same thing, that’s when we know we’re on the right journey.” Essex MPP Taras Natyshak, who attended the presentation, offered his congratulations. “The only thing that I can say is that there is no better place to invest public dollars than Community Living Essex,” Natyshak said. “The impact that you have on people’s lives, and families’ lives, every day is tremendous. And, this grant isn’t simply about accessibility, it’s about independence, and that means freedom. That’s just such a wonderful feeling for those who have barriers.” For more information about CLEC, visit communitylivingessex.org.

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by Adam Gault Representatives of Community Living Essex County (CLEC) held a celebratory meeting on Tuesday, November 7 to recognize the completion of the nearly year-long renovation to their administration office and community support centre in Essex Centre. The renovations were funded through the approval of an Ontario 150 Capital Grant for $74,000 in December of 2016, which CLEC matched in fundraising for the building improvement project. The CLEC facility now features fully accessible washrooms with automatic access, energy efficient LED lighting, a re-leveled parking lot to prevent the pooling of water and ice formation, as well as improved security measures to keep safety a priority for everyone who accesses the facility. “Many people don’t realize this building is over

25-years-old,” Nancy Wallace-Gero said, who is the Executive Director of CLEC. “So, it is indeed a building that was ready for some upgrading to improve energy efficiency and that sort of thing.” CLEC offers social and support programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, including skill-building workshops, employment supports, and supported independent living. “We believe that this initiative is helping to make us a more inclusive and engaged service provider within our community,” Wallace-Gero said. “And it has impacted, at the very least, a thousand people who use this facility on a very regular basis.” Jeff Kapasi, who is supported by the CLEC, said that accessibility to the building had been an issue for a while now, and that he appreciated seeing how far CLEC had come with the site-wide upgrades.


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Squires forward $700 bottle-drive proceeds to CAS by Sylene Argent Members of the Squires group at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church passed along their hard-earned proceeds, raised through a September 16 bottle drive, to the Children’s Aid Society on Monday evening. Mike Clark, Manager of Public Relations & Fund Development for the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation, gladly accepted the $700 donation, noting it was a great gesture. “It is a fantastic to have youth supporting youth,” Clark said of the donation. To highlight the importance of the donation, Clark said the funds will come in handy as the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation supports over 800 families for Christmas, provides around 900 new backpacks to

youth in need at the beginning of the school year, and supports bursaries and getting youth to summer camp. Clark noted on average, one in eight youth in Windsor-Essex are provided services through the Children’s Aid Society, even if that is on a short-term basis. The bottle drive was successful, thanks to the hard work the Squires put into the program, in addition to the generosity the community forwarded to the program. Around a week prior to the event, the youth members handed out flyers in Essex Centre, asking residents to save their bottles for them. They further went door-todoor to pick up donations. The Squires decided to support the Children’s Aid Society to help other young people. The Squires is a youth group of the Knights of Columbus. Through this service club, the young members, aged 10-18, learn leadership skills, how to organize an event or fundraiser, and run their own meetings. There are currently 14 members in the group.

Chief Squire Brennan Meloche presented Mike Clark, Manager of Public Relations & Fund Development for the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation, with a $700 donation on Monday evening.

Gosfield North stacks cups as part of international event by Sylene Argent The clinking and clanking of cups echoed throughout Gosfield North Public School’s gymnasium last Thursday afternoon as the grades three, four, and five students participated in an international attempt at breaking the Guinness World Record for “Most people sport stacking at multiple location in one day.” Students broke off to stack cups at different stations as did students and other organizations from across the world. Participating in the event included groups in the US, several European countries, and New Zealand. All of the groups who participated stacked cups for at least thirty minutes as part of the challenge. It was hoped that world-wide, 635,000 stackers would participate. This would supersede last year’s record of 622,809. The students at Gosfield North Public School worked

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Town to discuss revisions to General Zoning By-Law 1037 by Adam Gault The Town of Essex is holding a public meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 20 at the Essex Civic Centre to discuss proposed changes to the Town’s General Zoning By-Law 1037 Plan. These potential revisions will focus on five parcels in Essex Centre being considered for re-zoning from Agriculture and Restricted Commercial to General and Light Industrial. Of the five parcels considered for redevelopment, two are located on the south side of Concession 8, west of Highway 3, and three are located parallel to Highway 3 on South Talbot Road, south of Maidstone Avenue. In July 2017, the OPA 6 (Official Plan Amendment) was approved by Bill King, the Manager of Planning Services for the County of Essex. The approval of this amendment added new policies and guidelines to the Town’s Official Plan. With the approval of OPA 6, the Town has adopted mandates related to public health and safety, storm water management, and other land issues not related to the natural environment. Part of the changes implemented by this amendment include the re-designation of the lands as noted above. It is hoped that with the development of these areas from agriculture to light industrial, the issue of Essex Centre’s lack of

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industrial employment lands and opportunities for diversified job creation can be addressed. Additionally, proposed revisions to the specific definitions of “attached” and “detached” in regards to buildings on a single property are to be discussed.

The definition “attached” will refer to a building or structure that depends on support from a common wall or a wall supporting an adjacent building. Any two buildings located on the same lot within 1.8 metres of each other are deemed to be attached.

The definition “detached” will refer to a building that is not dependent on another for structural support and has a space greater than 1.8 metres between it and a neighbouring structure. Additional changes proposed include provisions related for the

use of shipping containers for permanent storage, recognize dwellings on unassumed roads in new subdivisions, and more consistent lot area provisions for rural dwellings on septic systems, including dwellings using a tertiary treatment septic system.

This meeting will allow the Town to present this proposal, as well as for constituents to ask questions and share their views on the revisions. A full report on the proposed revisions can be found online at essex.ca


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CUPE Local 27 presents cheque to Ronald McDonald House Windsor

by Adam Gault CUPE Local 27 helped bring smiles to representatives of the Windsor Ronald McDonald House (RMH) on Wednesday, November 7 with a donation of $4,000. The donation will help fulfill the $400,000 pledge WE C.A.R.E. for Kids made as part of its campaign to bring the RMH to the WindsorEssex region. Since 2016, RMH

Windsor has been available to make the lives of parents and families with sick children at the Windsor Regional Hospital’s Met Campus a little more stress free. This was the first in-hospital RMH in all of Canada. “The families are able to just be down the hall. They don’t have to worry about leaving the building their sick child is in,” Christine Richer, Manager of RMH Windsor,

explained. “(Having to stay elsewhere) can really weight heavy on parents.” Richer added that RMH’s main focus is hospitality, and that providing families with a comfortable living environment goes a long way during long hospital stays for them and their children. “This is their home

away from home. From here, we provide them with all their basic needs, whether it’s a shower or food,” Richer said. “This is a place where they can get the respite that they need from the hospital environment, but know that they’re close by and be able to participate in their child’s care.” Dan MacNeil, Treasurer of CUPE Local 27, who was on hand to present the cheque during the morning ceremony, said the donation was part of CUPE Local 27’s commitment to helping those in need throughout the community. “We’re committed to supporting services that help the kids in society,” MacNeil said. “They (RMH) provide a very necessary service. You have a lot of families that depend on this.” Before the opening

of RMH Windsor in 2016, many regional families had to travel to London in order to have accommodations with RMH while their children were receiving longterm hospital care. The modern and contemporary designed facility in Windsor has gone a long way in alleviating much of the stress from having to travel several hours from home. Richer explained the feedback from parents since opening the Windsor facility has been incredibly positive, with families explaining how happy they are to now have this incredible service right here in Windsor-Essex. “It’s the same theme we hear from every parent, how grateful they

are, but also that they’re grateful for us taking care of them, so that they can better take care of their sick child,” Richer said. “There’s never anything negative that comes out of this. It definitely allows parents to heal faster, and also to help them cope with what they’re dealing with.” Richer finished by saying that RMH Windsor is always looking for a number of volunteers to assist with tasks at RMH including food preparation, fundraising, or just being able to brighten the days of children and parents staying at the facility. For more information on Ronald McDonald House or its volunteer opportunities, visit rmhcswo.ca,

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by Sylene Argent It was a time for a moment of silence and solemn commemoration on Friday morning as students from Essex District High School attended an early Remembrance Day celebration at the local cenotaph. The students marched down to the cenotaph from the high school, escorted by representatives of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201). They attended the event to pay tribute

to service men and women who fought for Canadian freedom, recognizing that those who served in the First and Second World War were not much older than they are presently, and in some cases, the same age. Local Veteran, Ed Caza, attended the event. He served in the Korean War and WWII. He was in his teens when he enlisted. Wes Garrod, President of the Essex

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Legion, was pleased to see the high school students at the cenotaph in a show of gratitude to those who fought for their freedoms, some of whom paid the

supreme sacrifice. With local youth hosting and attending Remembrance Day ceremonies, the importance of the tradition will continue,

Garrod noted. “We are here today to remember the people who served, are still serving, and those who have passed on while serving,” Garrod said. He added that having the students at the cenotaph helped, “Remember the very many men and women who have fallen.” Kim Gilliland, Branch Padre, offered a few prayers at the cenotaph, which was followed by a moment of silence that allowed everyone a way to remember in their own special way. He prayed for the rememberance of the sacrifices made and for those who experienced spiritual, emotional, and physical injuries while serving their nation. Several wreaths were placed at the base of the cenotaph during the ceremony. Dakota DeRoy, EDHS’s Student Council Prime Minister and Principal Michael Hawkins proudly carried two of the wreaths presented. The EDHS Concert Band’s flawless

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musical performance at the event added a further tug at the heart-string of those who attended. The commemoration was a beautiful show of respect and gratitude for veterans and to the service men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

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by Sylene Argent The hard work, dedication, and focus members of Gosfield North Public School’s Boys’ Soccer Team poured into their on-field play paid off this season as they collectively earned the EDESAA championship for the Essex District. The boys’ team went undefeated during the regular season, finishing first overall, before winning the Regional Champship title. “It is a very cohesive group,” one of the team’s coaches, Mr. Thomas, said of the team’s athletes. “They showed great sportsmanship.” Picture front row: Manager Aydin Simpson, Gavin Brockman, Josh Roussea, Luke Ward, and Liam Pritchard. Jack Morris

Pictured middle row: Jake Wilkins, Cam Derksen, Blake Fox, Bryson Driedger, and Adrian Harrison. Pictured back row: Coach Mr. Thomas, Lawson Edwards, Dylan

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, November 22 at 7:00PM Shaheen Room in the Essex Arena AGENDA • Review of 2017 Financials • Questions and comments on the 2017 Baseball Season • Election of 2018 EMBA Board of Directors • All are Welcome to Attend •

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Farm Machinery Auc on Sale Saturday, November 25 at 10:00 am For Mr. Henry Viehoever, Comber at 14421 Morris Rd between Comber & Tilbury. From Hwy 77 just south of Hwy 401 (at Tim Horton’s) take Industrial Rd east to Morris Rd and con nue on to the farm. No Reserve. Farms are rented. Note: very few small items. This is an excellent quality sale. It will not be a long sale. Tractors: J.D. 8120, 2426 hrs, FWA, sells w/axle duals & front end weights; J.D. 7410 w/ new motor, 7040 hrs, FWA; Combine w/ header: J.D. 9500 dsl, sells w/a 20’ J.D. model 920 grain table; header wagon will sell separate; Wagons: approx. 800 bu. hydr. dump wagon on new Horst 24 ton chassis; two like new RJ 500 bu. gravity wagons; Plan ng: J.D. 7340 Max Emerge 2 – 3 ph air planter w/li assist; Tillage: 27’ J.D. model 630 centre fold wheel disc; 27’ Triple K - 5 bar series pull type cult; 28’ Turnco fold up sprocket packer; White model 6342 – 5 furrow roll over plow w/Triple K bo oms. The 4 le & 4 right White plow bo oms will sell separate; Water Wagon: 1600 litre horizontal plas c water tank w/transfer pump & ditch pump sells w/ flat rack wagon; Sprayer & Truck: 40’ boom sprayer w/motor & tank, Hardi marker unit mounted on 1989 Ford F250 – 4x4 truck; sprayer unit will sell first, then truck will sell as is; Other Items: 22 J.D. front end weights; 2 Ford rear wheel weights – weights will sell at the start of the sale; small fast hitch; 3 ph Meteor snow blower; 3 ph 10’ scraper blade; J.D. 3 ph rotary hoe approx. 16’; J&M hydr. fert. auger; few misc. items. Loader tractor available on sale day. Terms cash, debit, personalized cheque day of sale. Owner or auc oneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Lunch available. Proprietor: Henry Viehoever, 519-687-2147 Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com


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MELOCHE, Bernard Jerome - Entered peacefully into eternal rest with family by his side on November 13, 2017 at 88 years of age. Beloved husband of Justine (Teen) Meloche (nee Reaume) with whom he celebrated 66 years of marriage. Son of the late Maxime and Cecile Meloche. Loving father of Dennis Meloche (Julie) and Joe Meloche (Diane). Predeceased by his sons, Chris Meloche -2016 (Rosemary) and Clem Meloche (1979). Treasured Grandpa of Brad (Deanna), Megan, Renee (Eric), Jacob. Great-grandpa of Briston. Brother of Leonard (Helen), Norm (late Jean), Edmond (Betty), Leroy (Late Barb) and Linda (Don) Rawlins. Brother-in-law of the late Helen (Roger) Lounsbrough; the late Ernie (Betty) and the late John Reaume. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Bernard was a driver with Overland Express for over 30 years. He was farmer and butcher in Oldcastle for many years. Bernard was long time handy man, building his own home and the barns with his father and brothers. He gave his time to not only to his family but to people in the community as well. He was a member of K of C # 2844 in McGregor. Special thanks to the staff of the Oncology Floor at Met; staff of the Emara Centre. Bernard is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N. Essex on Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Parish and K of C Prayers Thursday at 7:30 p.m. On Friday, family and friends are invited to gather at the St. Clements Parish in McGregor from 9:30 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will commence at 10:30 a.m. Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Donations to the St. Clements Building Fund. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

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Thank you to all my wonderful family and friends who came out to help me celebrate my 90th Birthday. All of your well wishes, cards, gifts, and generous donations to the Essex Food Bank and the Community Support Centre were greatly appreciated. Also, thanks to the ladies who prepared our brunch and made the delicious desserts. ~ Bernard (Chap) Fuerth ________________________________________________________

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NEWTON, Maurice “Moe” - Passed away peacefully just short of his 80th birthday, with family by his side at Iler Lodge in Essex on November 8, 2017. Loving Dad of Paul (Jenn Ward), Karen Hamilton (Larry), Carl (Pam) and Greg (Katie). Proud Grandad of 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Dearest brother of Pat Taylor, late Bernard Newton, late Sue Ball, and Chris Newton. Moe will also be remembered by his former wife, Sylvia and his daughter of the heart Carole Chadwick. The family would like to offer thanks to their Iler Lodge family for the exceptional care given to their dad. In following Moe’s wishes, a private family burial will take place at Country Meadows Cemetery. If desired memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society by contacting Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, Essex (519-776-4233) or online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. ___________________________________________________

RUSSELL, Jennifer Lynn - Passed away unexpectedly at home on November 7, 2017. Beloved daughter of Bill and Mary Russell. Dearest sister of Sarah Russell and husband Richard Wilson and greatest aunt of Andrew. Dear granddaughter of Diane Russell. Jenn will also be remembered and missed by her aunts, uncle, cousins and many friends. A private family ceremony will take place. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Windsor Essex Humane Society by contacting Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) or online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

What’s Going On... NOV. 18 - HOLIDAY CRAFTERS MARKET at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 92 St Paul Street Essex from 10am til 2pm. Call 519-980-4942, for more details or table rentals. NOV. 18 - BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC MEETING at 1:00 pm, Church of the Epiphany, Kingsville, ON. NOV. 18 - HEALTHY CHOICES COOKING with Chef Samantha Buhler, from 11am-1pm, at Atlas Tube Centre. Free swim incl. 1:30-3:30pm Visit www.lakeshore.ca. NOV. 18 & 19 - CHRISTMAS BAZAAR  at Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum, 11081 11th Conc., McGregor. 10am-3pm. NOV. 19 - ST. CLEMENT’S CHOIR presents “FROM THE HEART” 2pm at St. Clements Church, McGregor. Proceeds to renovate the church. For tickets & info: 519-726-5127. NOV. 23 - COTTAM UNITED TURKEY DINNER -3-7pm. For more info or to volunteer, call Pastor Kim: 519-839-4266. NOV. 25 - CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND BAKE SALE at Essex Retirees’ Social Club, 32 Russell St., Essex. NOV. 26 - CRAFT SHOW & BAZAAR - 10am-5pm at Essex Legion, 103 Talbot St., Essex. Lunch and Dinner available for purchase. NOV. 26 - CHRISTMAS TURKEY BASKET BINGOS - At McGregor Columbian Club Hall. Starts at 7pm. Bring your dabbers. DEC. 2 - CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW at Essex District High School, Gym A, from 10am-4pm. Meet Santa from 11am-1pm. For more info: cindy@keab.ca. DEC. 7 - PRACTICAL ISSUES RELATING TO POWERS OF ATTORNEY- an education workshop at 10am at the Golden Age Club, 12420 Lanoue St., Tecumseh. 519-7352184, Ext. 143 for more info or to register. DEC. 8 - SGT. WILSON’S AIR FORCE DINNER SHOW - at Join Life After Fifty - 635 McEwan Ave. Dinner 6pm. For info: Town of Tecumseh at 519-735-2184, Ext. 143. DEC. 9 - ESSEX SANTA CLAUS PARADE - 6:30pm. More information to come. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn & share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings last Wednesday of every month at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens @ 6:30 p.m. All welcome. COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. For more information, contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.


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519-776-4255 Essex United Church For the month of November, our food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Join us this Sunday morning for worship. Rev. Margaret Spence will preside. Essex Christmas Craft Show takes place at Essex United Church on Saturday, December 2, 10am – 4pm and Sunday, December 3, 11:30am – 4pm. Lunch will be available both days. Salvation Army Essex Community Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Don’t forget to stop by our Fall Bazaar and Luncheon on Saturday, Nov. 18th, starting at 10a.m. Check out the crafts, baked goods, white elephant table, and enjoy lunch. Our SA Connections program on Tuesday, Nov. 21st will include a movie - “Angels and Ornaments “ followed by a Potluck Luncheon. Bible Study follows at 1p.m., for those who wish to stay. All are welcome to participate in our programs. The annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Kettle Kick Off happens at the town hall on Friday, Nov. 24th at 6p.m. This is a free community event. If you would like to bring a new unwrapped toy for our toy drive, that would be appreciated. Messy Church meets for the last time before the new year on Thursday, Nov. 23rd from 5:45- 7:30 p.m. Why not join us for Family Worship every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. led by Major Sam Roberts and enjoy an inspirational service followed by refreshments and fellowship. Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

refreshments provided. Call Donna at 519-776-6524 for info and pricing. Our next Crafters Market in on November 18th, from 10am-2pm in the parish hall. Call 519-980-4942, for table rentals or more info. Our next pasta dinner is on Friday, December 1 at 5pm in the parish hall. We’ll also have a wine draw this month! Regular Sunday Services are as follows: 1st Sunday of the month only there will be an 8am BCP Eucharist Service. Weekly 11am BAS Eucharist Service & Sunday School. 3rd Sunday of the month will be BCP type Eucharist Service from the BAS for the 11am service. Please visit our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page www. facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org. Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer

There is an Electronic Recycle on Saturday, November 18, from 9am-4pm at Holy Name School, 200 Fairview Ave. West. The St. Clement’s Fall Concert & Dinner is on Sunday, November 19 at 2:30pm at the K of C Hall in McGregor. Tickets available from the church or hall. Euchre night is on Monday, November 20 at 7pm at the door of the St. Joseph’s room. Quest night is on November 22 - ‘And God Said’ for grades 3-5 at 6:30 to 7:45pm. Fish Fry is on Friday, November 24 at 4:30pm. COR 30 is scheduled for November 17-19. Breakfast buffet is every Sunday from 8:30 - Noon and Bingos are every Tuesday at 7pm, all at the K of C Hall in McGregor. Christmas Turkey Basket Bingos is Sunday, November 26, December 3, and December 10 at 7pm. Raffles, door prizes, and a chicken dinner at the McGregor K of C Hall. SVDP Christmas Food Baskets - Do you know someone who needs a food basket? Contact Shelley at 519-776-8665 no later than December 3. God Bless and have a great week. Golden Years Golf Report On November 9th, 44 golfers delivered another strong showing of 78 aces, led by Loraine Fox and Lloyd Honey with 5 each. Leading the way over 9 holes with 15 was Lloyd Honey. Carding 17 were Julia Kos, Bill Mayville, Bill Ward, Ron Fick, and Cathy Dewhurst. A low score of 74 over 36 holes was produced by Bill Mayville and Bill Ward. Pete Daudlin sported 75 while Julia Kos had 76, Al Rutter & Lloyd Honey had 77. Team 2 captured 1st place with the lowest score so far this year of 229 [Julia Kos, Bill Mayville, Bob Martin]. 239 was good enough for second place by team Kings [Loraine Fox, Cathy Dewhurst, Phantom]. Nailing down 3rd place by recording a respectable 241 was team 3 [Marie Lasi, Mike Binder, Eva Kah]. The next golf date is November 16th, 9:30 am at Colasanti’s.

The Giving Tree is up and ready for you to take a tag for a Christmas gift for the new refugee families in our area. Please return your gift, wrapped, with the tag on it, by December 17th. Sponsored by the Mission Group. Essex Region Goodfellows newspaper drive takes place this weekend November 17 & 18. If you or someone you know who lives in Oldcastle or Maidstone and needs a food basket for Christmas, please contact Wendy at: 519-890-9120, before December 10th. There is a Fall Concert at St. Clement’s Parish on November 19th at 2:30p.m. Tickets are available from the church at: 519-726-5127. Dinner will follow at the K of C Hall in McGregor. Drop off your unused electronics to Holy Name School on Saturday, November 18th from 9a.m. to 4p.m. Next Pasta Night takes place on Tuesday, December 5th at 5p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall. Tickets available at the door. Our prayers and sympathies go to Ted & Virgie Oriet on the passing of their sonin-law, Phil Bombardier. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice.

Trinity Church Please continue to pray for those whom have asked for prayers Wendy, Jim, Brian, Erin, Sal, Dorothy, Roman, Ileen, Emma, Craig, and David. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Geraldine McClelland, given by the congregation. Mark you calendars December 2. Trinity will have its first Candy Cane Hunt with games and prizes for children ages 3 to 12. This fun, free event will be held from 2 - 4 PM, all children are welcome! Don’t forget to pick up a toy for the Toy Drive. It is coming close to pick up time. We have till the end of November to fill that second box. There is still a lot of time to order your cherry or meat pies for Christmas. You can place your orders by leaving a message at the Church office at 519-776-7711 or by leaving a message for Brenda at 519-839-5184. The pick up date in Saturday, December 2, between 10 - 11AM. Time for a little reading? Drop by and pick up a book from the little library just outside the church at the end of the ramp. Plan to join us Sundays at 9:15 in“The Little White Church”in the Cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!

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We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday November 19th morning worship service beginning at 10:00am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. GEMS and Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 - 8 where we participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend. Mark your calendar for our upcoming Movie Night on Friday, November 24. We will feature ‘Despicable Me 3.’ Visit us online for service times, directions, or just to listen to a sermon or two: www. essexcrc.ca.

Join us at 10 am on Sunday, November 19th. Consider joining the choir. Practice is at 7pm on Thursdays. Our Christmas Bazaar is on Saturday, November 18 in Simpkins Hall from 10am 3pm. Come and enjoy a fun Christmas shopping experience. The United Women’s Anniversary Service and Communion is on Sunday,

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Pastor Jay spoke on how we’ve been created for a purpose and we will never be fully satisfied until we find what that purpose is. Women’s Conference, “Destined to Reign,” is November 17th-18th. On Wednesdays, at 7pm, from November 8th-29th, Prophetic Basics, with Pastor Rod; Freedom, with Joy Presland, and Adventure Camp, (Gr. JK-6) with Sam Chaulk. The Legacy Group (60+) dinner is on November 30th at ACM. Our next Baptismal Service is on December 3rd. Restoration House Healing Rooms are open Saturdays from 9 am-noon. For more information, visit our website at www.acmrevivalcentre.com. Be Blessed! St. Paul’s Anglican Church The office will be closed on Friday, Nov. 17. In support of veterans, as we remember their sacrifices, donations for the Thank You Bank for November will go to Wounded Warriors. Paint Night at St. Paul’s is on Friday, Nov. 17th at 6:30 pm. All supplies and

November 19th. The 80 & over Luncheon is on Monday, November 27. If you are able to assist, please see the sign-up sheet. Please visit our website: www.bethelmaidstone.com. Brooker News By Ruth Newman

Services at Brooker are every Sunday morning at 10am. Everyone is welcome. Joy Club for teens every Monday afternoon at 3:15pm. The Fall Business meeting will be held after the morning worship service on November 26. The budget for 2018 will be presented as well as the Nominating Committe Report. The Western Association Advent Service will be here at Brooker on Sunday, November 26 at 6pm. Rev. John Stevenett will be with us and various churches will bring ministries of music. Following the service, there is a pot-luck dessert social time. Also, there will be a silent auction, with proceeds going to Matthew House. On Sunday, December 17th, we will host our Christmas Dinner and Entertainment. Please remember in prayer those who are in nursing homes, and those with health needs in our communities. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am. Jesus said Let the little children come to me. We are happy to welcome 5 children to our church family. Rev Ann will conduct the Baptisms of these 5 children. The Holy Scriptures will be read by Murray Logan. Sue Holman and Jean Matalik will greet you at the door. There will be no lunch served after the service. Thank you to Yang Chen for playing the piano last Sunday. Our guest pianist this Sunday is Anita Leschied. If you would like a visit from Rev. Ann, contact our office. 519-975-2252. Available Frozen Fruit Pies not baked: apple, cherry, raisin, and blueberry pies.There are 10 inch and 5 inch pies. For more information, contact Judi Stowe at 519-975-2473. Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome. Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley

Come join us at one of our worship services. Redeemer 9:00am & St Stephen’s 10:30am. This Sunday, November 19th, the Church of the Redeemer on Cty Rd. 8 will host “Soup for the Soul Sunday and Christmas Bazaar.” One of my favourite bottomless bowls awaits you. Enjoy the many different soups and when you finish your soup, you may even find a wonderful Christmas gift for that someone special in your life. Don’t forget about the weekly Bible Study, as we dig into the upcoming readings.

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Continued from Page 19 Mondays at 7:00 at St Stephen’s, now through November 28th. For parish hall bookings, please contact our hall convenors. Redeemer – Nancy Kovacs at 519-551-1922 and St Stephen’s – Cathie Jenner at 519-966-6985. Cottam United Church submitted by Helen McLeod

We will host a Turkey Dinner on Thursday, November 23; serving from 3:00 to 7:00pm. Many hands are needed to make this a success. If you can help, contact Rick Mayea 519-791-4326, Pastor Kim 519-839-4266, or Rosemary 519-839-4117. Cottam United Church is on the Kingsville Home Tour, November 18th (10 to 4) and 19th (noon to 4) , but feel free to join us any Sunday morning at 9:30am. We would be glad to have you. There will be other activities happening at the Church during the tour. Essex County 4-H Dairy Club submitted by Ethan Parks

This is our Dairy Club Achievement day report for meeting #5. Our Achievement day was held at the Harrow Fair on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at 10am. Our morning began early for the members. We had to wash our calves to make them look shiny for our showing in the ring. We made sure the straw bedding was clean and fresh for the calves to lay before we showed. The results of the show: Junior Show person was Ella Zittlau, Champion Show

person was Mary O’Connor. Reserve Show person was Wesley Haggins. Champion calf was Mackenzie Wright, and Reserve Champion calf was Wesley Haggins. Honourable mention calf was Jordyn Wright. All the members who showed their calves worked hard and had a good time. On the Saturday evening, the club held some rounds of “Bossy Bingo.” Anyone who wished to buy a square could win money. The funds raised will go to a local charity that the club decides. It was a great day, with fun had by all! Our next meeting will be held in November. Place to be determined. Essex Retirees’ Social Club Wally Laframboise had high score at Monday night Pepper. Roger Monchamp had the most peppers and Donna Eyruad was low score. Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Wally Laframboise with the most Peppers. Larry Lane had high score and Virgery Cascadden had the low score. Louise Perrault had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Mavis Law had the most peppers and Tom Kelly was low score. Essex County Library - Essex Branch MAKER MORNING @ THE LIBRARY - The “Maker Movement” focuses on process & exploration. Have fun while you learn how to become a creator! Friday, November 17 at 11am. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library. Join us in celebrating ALL of Laura Numeroff ’s “If You Give...” books. Fun games, activities and stories all about Mouse, Moose & friends! Saturday, November 25 at 10:30am. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library. Essex Community Services Essex Community Services has two holiday outings planned. On Wed., November 29 there is a trip to the Devonshire Mall for shopping and lunch. Wed., December 20 is the Annual Light Tour and dinner at Colasanti’s. Call 519-76-4231 to reserve your spot or for more information.

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1932 Oldsmobile convertible: where is it now?

1932 Olds convertible seen about 50 years ago. Is it still around?

In the late 1960s, Bill Willms of Leamington, Ontario, photographed a 1932 Oldsmobile convertible with rumble seat and a 1964 Ontario license plate in a project yard with other old cars between London and Kitchener. None were for sale. The Oldsmobile nameplate is on the double tie bar between the front fenders. One headlight was missing and the other was a sealed beam conversion. It’s a miracle the glass window in the passenger door had not been cracked or broken. The open space behind the passenger door leads to a golf club compartment with the door missing. Three hinges on the passenger door suggest a car of good quality since smaller cars often had only two. The bracket and rod on the passenger side of the cowl and the bulge on the underside of the right front fender tell us this car had a spare tire in the right front fender and probably one on the other side too. The car had 4-wheel mechanical brakes (Olds did not get hydraulic brakes until 1934). More stopping distance was required with mechanical brakes, and this might explain why this car has two front bumpers, the original and a later one mounted out front, perhaps from a ’40 Ford with three bumper guards. It might have been used to push other cars around the yard. This car was probably built in the GM plant in Oshawa, although General Motors in the 1930s also had a plant in Regina. Two series of Oldsmobiles were available in 1932. The F32 had a fl athead six with 213 cubic inches and 75 hp. The L32 had a flathead straight eight with 240 cubic inches and 87 hp. Both series had a wheelbase of 116 inches. The F32 4-passenger convertible coupe with rumble seat had an Oshawa factory list price of $1355 and the same model in the L32 series had an Oshawa factory list price of $1495 when a 1932 Ford V8 convertible coupe had a Windsor factory list price of $765. Someone might have rescued and restored the car pictured here, making it a very valuable classic today. And that person might read this story and get in touch. Stay tuned!

• On November 8, the Junior Red Raider Football team suffered a loss to Kennedy by a score of 7-28. Carter Tomkins scored the lone touchdown for the Red Raiders on a catch from Quarterback Calvin Mills and Kole Fowler added the extra point. • Both the junior and senior boys’ teams suffered losses in playoff high school volleyball action. The juniors fell 3-2 to Kennedy while the seniors suffered a 3-0 loss against Sandwich. • At home, on November 7, the Essex 73’s thumped the Wallceburg Lakers, by a score of 13-2. The Essex 73’s slipped by the Blenheim Blades on Sunday, by a score of 5-4. Goals for

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Essex were scored by Luke Gecse, Sylvano Valente, Cody Leeming, William Stadder, and the game winner was scored by Ryan Wismer. • Meghan Agosta scored twice in a 9-0 win for Canada in its game against Sweden to open round-robin play at the Four Nations Cup. The Canadian Women’s Hockey Team advanced through the tournament to face the U.S. Team, who

they suffered an earlier loss in the tournament to, in the final. On Sunday, November 12 the U.S. defeated Canada 5-1 to claim its third straight Four Nations Cup. Agosta scored the only goal for Canada. If you have any local sports news, scores, or highlights to share, please email essexfreepress@ on.aibn.com.

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Essex 73’s offense fueling success

Photo by Laurie Beaten. AP Kristian Pelling battles for the puck in his first career junior hockey game. He finished the game with a goal and an assist.

by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s continued to improve upon its early-season struggles, while scoring its way out of problems. This past week, the 73’s had a slow week, which gave the dingedup teammates a chance to heal. It also offered a glimpse into the future,

giving a trio of APs a chance to show their stuff to Essex faithful and the rest of the league. The first of two games was held on Tuesday night as the home-team hosted the Wallaceburg Lakers. In its previous meeting on October 10 against Wallaceburg, Essex prevailed 6-0. On Tuesday,

Essex set the tone of the re-match early in the night. William Stadder opened the scoring three minutes into the opening frame. Essex continued to dominate and hold the puck in the offensive zone in the opening period and throughout the game. As a result, Essex skated into the first intermission with

the scoreboard reading 4-1. Wallaceburg beat 73’s goalie Tyler Ryan for the second time of the night just 34 ticks after puck drop into the second period. From there, the period, and the game for that matter, was all Essex. The 73’s continued to overwhelm the Lakers’ goalie and defense. The 73’s scored seven unanswered goals in the period, including Stadder getting a natural hat trick and increasing his total on the night to five. Closing out the game, Essex netted two more goals in the third period, while holding the Lakers to a lone shot. Essex prevailed 13-2. Leading the way was Stadder and line-mate Wyatt O’Neil, who each had five points. The only skater for the 73’s not to record a point was Braydon Davis. To close out the week, Essex was on the road Sunday to face the struggling Blenheim Blades. Entering Sunday, Blenheim had loss its last five straight games. For the Blades faithful, it looked good early in the game as Essex goaltender

Tyler Ryan was beaten twice in the opening 12 minutes. But, Essex received a pair of goals in the final four minutes. Luke Gecse was the first to beat Blades’ goalie, Eric Stewardson, followed by Sylvano Valente two minutes later. Valente blasted home a point-shot with the extra skater on a Blenheim delayed penalty. The 73’s players used their strengths in the middle frame. It is no secret that the Essex special teams have been lethal early in the season and they worked on Sunday. The lone two goals of the period were scored by the visiting 73’s. William Stadder netted a shorthanded goal as he went end-to-end, making several quick moves to undress Stewardson. Cody Leeming scored his fourth goal in the last three games as he beat

Stewardson with a blast from the point on the powerplay. In the third period, the Blades scored two goals in the opening 10 minutes to tie the game at 4. Luckily for the Essex faithful in attendance, the 73’s speed began to wear down the Blades and forced the hosts to take penalties in their frustration. Ryan Wismer unloaded a sneaky snapshot, which went untouched as it cruised by a screened Stewardson. It was Wismer’s first goal for Essex and a crucial one as it was the eventual game winner. He finished the night with 1 goal and added two assists. Essex held on for a 5-4 nailbiting win. Shots were 23-21 for Blenheim.

CHRISTMAS KETTLE

KICK-OFF & TREE LIGHTING (In conjunction with the Essex B.I.A.)

DRINK, FOOD AND ES AND ID R CARRIAGE S! BAND

Friday, Nov. 24th at 6:00 p.m.

Visit www.santaparade.org for parade registration with Windsor Parade Corp. (Deadline is Nov. 20, 2017)

in front of Essex Town Hall We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Christmas Toy Drive. Please bring your lawn chair and gather around the tree for carols and refreshments. Featuring The Essex Public School Band and The Salvation Army South Windsor Band.

Essex Santa Claus Parade is Saturday, Dec. 9th at 6:30 p.m.


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