Volume 1 Number 4

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Volume 1, Number 4 – June 27, 2007

Inside: Sam George remembers Dudley George

  • Everybody has a story
    What is truth? Whose version of a story is the ultimate authority on what really happened? As Maynard “Sam” George and his family (as well as anyone else who has followed the Ipperwash inquiry) can tell you, there are more than two sides to every story, and therefore the truth can be hard to find.In ...
  • Our home and native land
    Why did Dudley die?Sam George gets some answers As told to Casey Lessard Maynard “Sam” George’s brother Anthony “Dudley” George was shot by Ontario Provincial Police Sergeant Kenneth Deane (who was later found criminally negligent) September 6, 1995 at Ipperwash Provincial Park.After occupying the Camp Ipperwash military base for two years, about 35 protesters moved into neighbouring ...
  • Canada: land of opportunity
    Jamaican Shirley Wright’s summer destination – southwestern Ontario – makes him a snowbird of a different feather Forty-nine year old Kingston, Jamaica resident Shirley Wright has been coming to Canada every summer for the last 20 years to work at the Masfrankc farm, now the Strawberry Place (338 Elginfield Road, between Sylvan and Thedford – (519) ...
  • Eddington’s three-course barbecue for six
    Recipes supplied by James Eddington, Eddington’s of Exeter Casual Fine Dining 527 Main St, Exeter. (519) 235-3030 or http://www.eddingtons.ca Lake Huron Whitefish and Tomato ParcelsWrap whitefish in foil before barbecuing. Serve unopened parcels and wait for your guests to appreciate the wonderful aroma that greets them!Serves six butter, for greasing6 skinless fillets of whitefish6 fresh tomatoes6 ...
  • Bald eagles making a comeback in the region?
    Living in BalanceBy Jenipher Appleton The bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus boasts a wingspan of 183-244 cm. That translates into about seven feet! It weighs approximately 4.1 kg (10 lbs). The snow-white head and neck are distinctive. However, unlike the mature eagle, the juvenile sports a brown head and grayish eyes and could ...
  • Get back to the basics
    Golf tipsBy Cameron Rankin Almost all swing flaws or faults stem from incorrect swing fundamentals. Check the following before making any changes to your swing.The position of your clubhead (face) at address: position it at a right angle to your intended target line. Grip: both hands should work together, with the back of your left hand facing ...
  • Charitable golfers flock to Oakwood
    Story and photos by Casey Lessard More than 300 golfers spent two days at Oakwood Inn, golfing for good causes and having a good time doing it.“I’ve always believed that when people give money, I want them to have fun doing it,” says Dave Scatcherd, whose annual tournament was June 12 and 13. “With David’s help, ...
  • Any audience will feel at home at The Last Resort
    Genre-bender is a murder-mystery, musical and comedy all in one showThe Last ResortHuron Country PlayhouseJune 26 to July 14Box office: (519) 238-6000www.huroncountryplayhouse.com Story and photo by Casey Lessard Most people would be happy to see a play that is a murder mystery, a musical or a comedy; those are standard theatrical genres. Canadian playwright Norm Foster and ...
  • Tickets now available for an Elegant Dinner for Eight
    By Ann Robertson, Huron Country Playhouse Guild It’s time to get your tickets for the Huron Country Playhouse Guild’s popular fundraiser, the Elegant Dinner for Eight. Local dining establishments offer their culinary expertise to the guild, which hosts the dinner at three locations. Transportation is provided between the three homes, and the winner and seven guests ...
  • West Coast Lions Sock Hop
    Friday June 298 p.m. – 1 a.m.Grand Bend LegionTickets: $10 each Put on your bobby socks and leather jacket, and prepare to have some fun. Entertainment by DJ Ken Chaplin. Prizes for best twister and best costume. Classic cars in the parking lot. Funds go toward community projects. Tickets available at Huckleberries and the Health Nut.Contact: ...
  • How to have a good summer: advice from mom
    By Rita Lessard I hope you proud Canadians have a great July 1st. We have so much to be thankful for; I especially enjoy my freedom. Now that the nice weather is here you have no excuse not to get in better shape. Walking is the easiest form of exercise and the cheapest; start out slow. ...
  • Dealing with Telephone Surveys
    By Bob Lewis Sometimes the phone rings and when I answer it, there is no one there. I used to press *69 to get the number of the person calling but it was usually ‘an outside caller’ – which often means it was a survey company. Their computers automatically dial four new numbers as soon as ...