December 2012 Volume 5: Issue 2

Kinmount Gazette

KINMOUNT GAZETTE THE KINMOUNT COMMITTEE FOR PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Remembrance Day Service 2012 December 2012 Volume 5: Issue 2

Inside this issue:

FRIENDS & NEIGHBOURS 2

ICELANDIC CONNECTION UNCOVERED 2

OUR FAMILY ALBUM MEMORIES 4

COMMMUNITY YOGA 6

KID’S CORNER 9

THE HOT STOVE LEAK 10

LOST TRAILS 13

WORK CAMPS OF THE 1930S 14

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 15

EDITORIAL 19

Visit us in colour at kinmount.ca

Bring Your Bells! Join us for the official ringing of the new Austin Sawmill Bell. Enjoy Cookies, Hot Chocolate, Christmas Carols, Pictures with Santa Claus and Community Spirit.

Breakfast with Santa @ the Community Centre 8:30-11:00 AM In-store Specials ALL DAY LONG, Kids Crafts, Wagon Rides Meet Santa @ the Post Office and travel to the Royal Canadian Legion for Christmas Lunch for the Kids and Presents for kids 10 and under at 2:00 PM

Roast Beef Dinner, Loonie Auction, Scottish Entertainment Featuring Special Musical Guests The Mundell Family Tickets $15.00 each Contact Diane Austin at 705-488-2635 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development Friends and Neighbours: Fraserville and Springville Fraserville boost with the addition of slot Springville Next along the Road is the machines licenced under the The last crossroads hamlet in hamlet of Fraserville. It Ontario Lottery and Gaming Cavan Township is received its Post office in Commission. In 2007, a Soap Springville. It stands on a 1876, with half the village on Box Derby track nicknamed concession road that runs the South Monaghan side of the “Gravity Cavity” was add- west through Ida and on into the road. Its most recogniza- ed. Kawartha Downs and Manvers Township. The ble structure used to be the Speedway (its new title) has name was taken from a num- United Church, but today been a real boon to the local ber of water springs that bub- Fraserville is the home of area as a revenue and employ- bled up around the hamlet. In Kawartha Downs; the local ment addition. Recent pro- the 1800s Springville was a areas only racetrack. The posed changes to casino & much larger community than racetrack was opened in 1972 racetrack agreements across today; boasting a doctor, mili- and replaced horse racing Ontario have thrown doubt tia drill shed as well as the previously held at Morrow into the sustainability of sites obligatory stores, blacksmith, Park in downtown Peterbor- such as Kawartha Downs. hotels, etc. A number of large ough. In 1999 the track got a fires destroyed much of the hamlet in the late 1800s, and it was never rebuilt to the same scale. At the next concession north (Scott‟s Corners), Springville Unit- the Port Hope-Peterborough ed Church pioneer road turned east and went into Peterborough City, making Springville the last crossroads hamlet on the old route. Today the road continued north to Fowler‟s Corners where it joins Highway #7. Icelandic Connection Uncovered, Part 2 Rosa Taylor (Benjamisdottir) predominantly Anglo- Bessie and Greta. Greta married a left New Iceland with the Tay- Canadian communities. In Clarence Sier and had 4 daugh- turned to their roots in Kin- lor family in 1881. John Tay- 1884, John Taylor turned 70 ters: Thelma, Doreen, Joyce & mount. With Doreen Sandala‟s lor, her adoptive father, was and decided warmer climates Margaret. Greta died in 1948 and death , the family was made either dispirited by the chal- would be better and thus Rosa in 1950 at the age of 75. aware of her Icelandic heritage lenge to his leadership(see Oc- moved to Florida and then And now to the Kinmount con- and their earlier Kinmount tober edition) or was seized by Jamaica. John Taylor died in nection: Rosa‟s great-grand- connection. Doreen who lived his wanderlust (the family did Milwaukee in 1884. The death daughter Debbie Stender moved on the Galway Road for years, move around with startling threw the family into panic, to Kinmount in the 1970s. Her seemed unaware of the Kin- frequency). Rosa left her sib- and Rosa was sent to live with daughter Jennifer Pickens still mount connection. But in the lings behind : she had 16 sib- an Icelandic relative in Mani- lives in the community. words of that famous Walt lings of whom 8 lived to ma- toba for a year. Step-mother And thus 100 years later, an Ice- Disney song: “Its a small turity). Rosa did correspond Elizabeth Taylor retrieved landic family unknowingly re- world after all”. with several of them over the Rosa and moved “home” to years, but as she never did Ontario in 1888. The family learn Icelandic, language was lived in Brighton until 1902 often an issue. Letters from when they retired to Toronto. Rosa to a step-sister in Iceland Rosa looked after her aged Ceremony at have been found, but this step- stepmother and uncle. Eliza- Kinmount Rail- sister was actually one of the beth Taylor wrote: “I am not way Station Taylor girls married to an Ice- in a hurry to get rid of her. I unveiling the lander. shall feel very lonesome with- Icelandic Mon- The next stop in Rosa‟s life out her”. Elizabeth Taylor died ument in the was several homes around in 1920, aged 94. year 2000. Winnipeg. She grew up as an Rosa married Thomas Banks only child of older parents in in 1904. They had 2 children: Page 2 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development

KINNY ELF HUNT DECEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 8 A fun for all ages Christmas in the Village Event YOU COULD WIN A PRIZE!

Kinney will be hiding in participating town businesses. Pick up a ballet around town. Find Kinny and answer the questions. Drop your entry in the ballet box at Gateway Store. ONE ballet will be drawn for a Grand Prize. Season’s

Remember to check out the Greetings Kinny Elf Hunt Specials December 8th “Wishing you all the best in 2013” at the establishments listed below. Kinmount Agricultural Society

Kinmount Farmers Market Christmas Open House

Saturday, December 1st Kinmount Community Centre 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

New Year’s Eve DANCE 8 pm Dec. 31 Royal Canadian Legion $15 per person Call 705-488-3462

Page 3 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development The History of the Apron BOB’S APPLIANCE SERVICE The principal use of Grandma's Apron Trivia R epairs to all Major Brand Names apron was to protect the dress Origin: The English word "apron" underneath because she only had came from "naperon," the old French Refrigerators — R a n g e s — Dishwashers a few, it was easier to wash word for napkin or small tablecloth. M i c r o w a v e s — W a s h e r s — D r y e r s — F r e e z e r s aprons than dresses and they 12th century: Guess who wore Air Conditioners used less material, but along with aprons first? Men, as hygienic, pro- that, it served as a potholder for tective wear. New and Used Sales & Part Sales removing hot pans from the ov- 14th century: Dark-coloured aprons en. It was wonderful for drying started to be worn tied at the waist. 7 Days a Week children's tears, and on occasion 16th & 17th centuries: Colors denot- RR#1, Kinmount, ON 705-488-2274 was even used for cleaning out ed the trade of the wearer. English dirty ears. From the chicken co- barbers wore a checked pattern; op, the apron was used for carry- butchers and porters, green; and ma- ing eggs, fussy chicks, and some- sons, white. times half-hatched eggs to be 17th century: Romantic notions be- finished in the warming oven. gan to blossom. Your beau is thinking When company came, those of you if the apron becomes untied aprons were ideal hiding places and drops off. for shy kids. And when the 18th century: The pinafore apron was weather was cold, grandma "pinned" to clothing. wrapped it around her arms. 19th century: Cooks began turning Those big old aprons wiped the apron only once before washing. many a perspiring brow, bent Any more, and the stains aren't hid- 705-488-1349 over the hot wood stove. Chips den. and kindling wood were brought 1900-1920: Long aprons cover and into the kitchen in that apron. protect clothing. From the garden, it carried all 1920: Straight-line aprons are the sorts of vegetables. After the style. peas had been shelled, it carried 1930: Beautiful prints with bright out the hulls. In the autumn, the sashes, along with crocheted aprons, apron was used to bring in apples make an appearance. that had fallen from the trees. 1940: Printed half-aprons tied around When unexpected company the waist, and aprons made of hand- drove up the road, it was surpris- kerchiefs, are popular. 705-488-2266 ing how much furniture that old 1950: Full-skirted plastic aprons, and apron could dust in a matter of ones with cross-stitch designs, gain seconds. When dinner was ready, popularity. Grandma walked out onto the 1960: Half-aprons with attached porch, waved her apron, and the hand towels are sure-fire hits, along Firewood men knew it was time to come in with aprons sewn with plastic hoops from the fields to dinner. It will or valance material. be a long time before someone 1970 to present: Barbecue, anyone? invents something that will re- Grilling is a popular design or theme All Hardwood place that ' old-time apron' that for modern-day aprons. Delivery Available served so many purposes. DECEMBER HIGH FIVE CLUB Brian @ 705.488.1828 HAPPY BIRTHDAY Paul Silver, Jesse Silver, Kaylynn Shaw, Al Preston, Robynne Kilby, Blair Crego, Michelle Weiler, Travis Watson, Bonnie Warren, Anne Morgan, Bonnie Mulock, Sue-Ellen Crawford, GREETINGS OF THE YULETIDE Mellissa Parsons, Jen Dudman, Laurie Scott, John Barkwell, Annual Music Night with the Mundell Family Ali Rankin, Hallie Bonnar Roast Beef Dinner and Loonie Auction HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Saturday, December 8th at the Galway Hall Greg and Karen Reeves Tickets $15.00 Give Your High Five by December 14 for the January Gazette Call Diane at 705-488-2635 [email protected]

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Christmas Church Services

St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church

December 24 - Christmas Eve Mass 5:00 PM December 25 - Christmas Day Mass 9:00 AM

St. James Anglican Church

December 23 - Sister Act Singers 9:00 AM December 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight 4:00 PM

Kinmount United Church

December 24 - Christmas Eve Service 7:00 PM

Kinmount Baptist Church

December 23 - Special Christmas Service 11:00 AM

Page 5 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development A Gift of Peace - Community Yoga in Kinmount

The relaxation and brighter light. Bringing all ages and all techniques you levels together for an awesome night of yoga learn in yoga filter is what the Kinmount class is all about. into your everyday There is lots of variation so everyone is able life and you begin to yoga at their own comfort level. Commu- to respond differ- nity Yoga explores the postures of yoga and ently to even the pranayama (breathing exercises). You will most emotionally be amazed at the subtle changes that this demanding situa- class will bring to your life. Not only will tions. you improve your posture and the way your Not only does yoga physical body feels but the breathing exer- reduce stress, it cises and meditation will help you feel hap- improves physical pier and more peaceful. Gail also offers a and mental health variety of inspiring Yoga and Pilates classes in a slew of ways. in Minden and at her studio in Haliburton. And yoga is not Why not consider giving someone the Gift Who wouldn‟t benefit from a little less just for women. Many men have of Yoga this Christmas? What could be daily stress? Increased levels of stress discovered that yoga is great for keeping more suitable than giving the gift of peace? have been linked to diseases within the them trim, sculpting their abs and providing Or how about a gift of peace for yourself? body ranging from back pain and head- them with a calm but focused mental attitude As one testimonial on Gail‟s website states aches to heart attacks. High levels of useful at both work and play. There‟s no “I‟m with Gail 3 times a week. Best invest- stress break down the body‟s natural doubt about it…yoga can be a tool that pro- ment in myself I could possibly make.” ability to defend and heal itself. This vides a life changing experience. And it is A session of classes usually runs 10 weeks. means if you are stressed you are more available Wednesday nights at Kinmount The Winter Session in Kinmount starts likely to get sick and it is more likely to Community Centre. Wednesday, January 9th, 2013, 6:30 p.m.- take a longer time to get better. Bottom Kinmount Community Yoga Classes are 8:00 p.m. at Kinmount Community Centre. line is uncontrolled stress can make you offered by certified yoga teacher Gail Hol- Cost is $150.00. To register or purchase a sick and even cause death. Yoga may not ness. Gail‟s relaxing voice and calm sooth- gift certificate contact Gail at 705-455-9294 be able to take away all the stress in your ing manner, takes you to another place dur- or email: [email protected] or for life but it can help you learn how to deal ing your final relaxation. Her thoughtful more information visit holness-yoga.com. with stress in a healthier way. words leave you looking at life in a different

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Turkey with all the trimmings! Turnip, peas, potatoes & Roll Dessert included

Mon - Thurs.. 7 am - 8 pm Fri. 7 - 9 Sat. 8 - 9 Sun 8 am - 8 pm Page 6 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development

Spot the Shot Recaptured

Last month’s Spot the Shot:

A tepee on the south side of Cty. Dianne Spring Road 503 between Kinmount and Broker of Record/Owner Irondale (near Furnace Falls). [email protected] www.diannespring.com

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Be a part of the Kinmount Pharmacy Family Have your prescriptions filled with us! To serve you better we are now located at the Medical Centre Vic Spring We provide Free Medical, Vitamins & Herbal Consultations Free Medication Review & Delivery Do You Live Out-of-Town? Subscribe to postal delivery of the Hours are: Mon. to Wed. 9 am to 5:30 pm KINMOUNT GAZETTE Thurs. 9 am to 8 pm Cost $18 per year Fri. 9 am to 5 pm Please contact Yvette Brauer at 705-488-2282 or email [email protected] T. 705-488-1960 KINMOUNT GAZETTE COLLECTOR SETS Volume 1, Issues 1 - 16 $20.00 Volume 2, 3 & 4 - $15.00 Shields Home Hardware Available at Kinmount Artisans Marketplace 6663 Hwy 35, Coboconk Lower Level Kinmount Community Centre 705-454-3342

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Kinmount History Is Changed By A Chance Encounter: May 1875 It‟s weird how fate or chance can wilds of Haliburton County. She service. of Gimli on the west shore of this change history. related the story she had heard in In 1860, Taylor moved to Peter- lake. The Kinmount group ar- Such a chance encounter oc- Kinmount, which tweaked her borough to run a store. The Tay- rived in October, 1875; just in curred on the Main St of pioneer uncle‟s interest. John Taylor lors had no children of their own, time for a good, old Prairie win- Kinmount one May day in 1875. travelled to Kinmount to check but were constantly adopting ter! The daily stage coach from Bob- out the story. The troubles of the orphans. In 1870 John Taylor The Taylors travelled with the caygeon to Minden was stopped Icelanders touched his mission- fulfilled his missionary zeal and group and settled among them. in town for their lunch break. ary spirit and he became deter- moved to Dysart to be a mission- John Taylor was officially a gov- One passenger, Caroline Taylor mined to help them in their hour ary among the lumber camps. He ernment agent, and likely drew a was standing on the street when a of need. Using connections with- was also a “colporteur\‟ or bible small salary. Taylor and his se- couple of women in strange cos- in the Government of Canada, salesman for the British- cond-in-command Sigtryggur tumes walked past. Caroline Taylor went to Ottawa to lobby American Bible Society. John Jonasson (who could speak Eng- asked a local who they were. She on behalf of the distressed com- Taylor used his missionary zeal lish and acted as translator) were was informed they were mem- munity. Somehow he procured a to mobilize the Icelanders. On faced with a rebellion by a group bers of an Icelandic settlement grant for the Icelandic settlers to May 30, 1875 a meeting was of dissatisfied Icelanders who just south of Kinmount dressed move to the Northwest Territo- held at Kinmount to investigate ultimately moved to North Dako- in their traditional Icelandic ries and settle at Gimli in the an emigration West. John Taylor ta. Taylor‟s leadership survived dress. Somehow the topic contin- future province of Manitoba. was elected leader of an advance the rebellion, but perhaps shaken ued on the difficulties these poor John Taylor had led an interest- party that left to check out the by the incident or perhaps seized people were suffering from at the ing life. He was born in Barbados new colony. by wanderlust, the Taylor family time. Their jobs on the new rail- in 1813, into a family that operat- The reports were favourable and moved away from Gimli. Before way line were cancelled because ed a sugar plantation using Afri- the entire Kinmount colony they left, two nieces, including the company suspended opera- can slaves. But the winds of packed up and left for Manitoba Caroline, married Icelanders, tions due to lack of money. Local change were ablowing and in the in the fall of 1875. Scattered cementing a family connection employment was confined to 1830s the British Empire official- groups who had left Hayford to with the colony. An adopted pioneer farming or lumbering ly banned slavery. Taylor trans- seek work elsewhere were con- daughter of Icelandic origin, Ro- jobs: both difficult professions ported some of the family slaves tacted to join the exodus. Even sa, left with the Taylors. for those who grew up in to Texas and sold them for cash. the group who settled in Mark- And thus a chance encounter on “treeless” Iceland and could not He was caught by the Royal Na- land (Nova Scotia) were solicited the main street of Kinmount speak the language. Caroline felt vy and convicted of slave trading to join the westward trek. (They changed the course of history for a twinge of sympathy for their in 1840. John Taylor served 3 complied several years later hundreds of people and the town plight. years in jail. During his sojourn when it was apparent the new of Gimli. If Caroline Taylor had Caroline Taylor continued on her in jail, John Taylor had an epiph- colony was a success) It was never got off that stagecoach, if way to visit her uncle John Tay- any and pledged his life to serv- impossible to travel directly to the Icelandic ladies had not wan- lor, a missionary deep in the ing God. He joined the Baptist Manitoba; the settlers went by dered by, if Caroline had not Church, married and moved to steamboat to Wisconsin, then by asked about them: how might Upper Canada settling at Ern- train to North Dakota and hence history have been different? How estown near Kingston. He was by steamboat down the Red Riv- might Kinmount‟s history been listed as a teacher and farmer, but er, through Winnipeg and across different? Little incidents can his heart was set on missionary Lake Winnipeg to the future site have a big influence. History turns on the smallest of incidents.

The Kinmount and District Medical Centre welcomes Dr. Bridgit Reidy

Dr. Reidy poses beside one of the new bright yellow signs that mark her arrival to Kinmount

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Kids’ Corner Every Thursday is KIDS DROP IN DAY 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Kinmount Public Library Rural Outreach Program The Mobile Resource Van visits The new ―Expanding the World of Literacy‖ Program Kinmount Community Centre offers the chance to explore books & hands on activities! 10 am - noon Monday December 3 & 17

Kinmount Sparks, Brownies & Guides pose in fire gear at Fire Safety Night.; the girls made Christmas cards for soldiers in Afghanistan; Aiden Conlon listens to highlights of his future from Fortune Teller Lynne Kilby and Kaylynn Shaw won first prize for her gruesome, ghoulish zombie looks at the Kids Community Halloween Party; Cameryn Shaw submitted this photo she snapped of her “bubblehead friend” Alayha Crego. HEY KIDS Share your opinions, stories, KIDS Christmas Sale photos or artwork Dec. 1, 9:30 am - Noon in the Gazette! All gifts .50 & under! St. James Church Send to: [email protected]

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FLU SHOTS As always, receipts for tax pur- The Hot Stove Leak by Lynne Kilby Kinmount & District poses will be provided. To Health Centre offers flu donate by cheque or money shots available to every- order, please mail to: It is Remembrance Day at the As a school bus driver one Mondays to Wednes- Kinmount District Health time of writing and it is a beauti- I appreciate having a 2 week days 11:30 a.m.- noon and 4:30 Services Foundation or ful day! Makes it particularly break at Christmas. Often trav- p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and on Thurs- K.D.H.S.F. hard to believe snow & Christ- el can be bad at this time and I days from 11:30 a.m. - noon P.O. Box 225, mas are just around the corner. like to snuggle into hibernation. and 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. There Kinmount ON K0M 2A0 I received the following email Last year I managed to stay in is no need for an appointment or drop off at Kinmount District today from Pat Forsey and my PJ‟s for 2 full weeks. I‟m if you come during these hours. Health Centre 31 Cty. Rd. 503. thought I would share it with you hoping to pull that off once Remember to bring you Health for your reflection. again as a present to myself. I KINMOUNT LIONS Card. CHIRSTMAS CAKE LEST WE FORGET call my escape from the world KINMOUNT It is the VETERAN, not the my Pyjama Vacation. Will let & DISTRICT HEALTH CHRISTMAS preacher, you know how I make out! SERVICES FOUNDATION ANGEL TREES Who has given us freedom of Merry Christmas & Happy New NEWS UPDATE & Kinmount & District Lions religion. Year! Club supports area children & It is the VETERAN, not the CHRISTMAS APPEAL After 3 year of searching, a 3rd families with their Christmas reporter, Keep smiling and please family doctor has been found. Angel Tress. Please drop off Who has given us freedom of the remember to contact me Dr. Bridget Reidy opens her your donations of gifts or non- press. at practice at the end of Novem- perishable food items at one of It is the VETERAN, not the poet, 705-488-2919 or email: ber 2012. Welcome to Kin- the Angel Tress around town. Who has given us freedom of [email protected] mount District Medical Centre. Remember to support the Lions speech. to share news. As you might expect there are Club by scooping up one of It is the VETERAN, not the substantial costs associated their scrumptious Christmas campus organizer, THANK YOU with bringing a new doctor to Cakes too. Who has given us freedom to R.C.L. BRANCH 441 town. These expense are paid CHRISTMAS assemble. Girls of the 1st Kinmount Unit for through donation to the It is the VETERAN, not the of Sparks, Brownies, Guides & FOOD HAMPERS Kinmount District Health Ser- To register for a Christmas lawyer, Pathfinders enjoyed a visit from vices Foundation. Funds are Food Hamper with pick up at Who has given us the right to a Branch 441 at their meeting just used exclusively for capital Minden Arena please call 705- fair trial. before Remembrance Day. expenses. No donations sup- 489-1364 from Dec 3 - 7 & It is the VETERAN, not the Thank you for taking the time to port the ongoing operating Dec. 10 - 14 between 10:00 a.m. politician, come and talk with us and thank costs of the medical centre. - 4:00 p.m. Pick up date is De- Who has given us the right to you for the poppies. The Foundation appreciates the cember 21. Bring ID. vote. NEW HOURS fine facility provided by the MINDEN It is the VETERAN who salutes AT township and the diligent ser- FOOD BANK the flag. KAWARTHA vice of Dr. Mihu, Dr. Kaszas Minden Food Bank is located at It is the VETERAN who serves CREDIT UNION and Physiotherapist Sandra 37 Bobcaygeon Rd. Minden. under the flag. For your convenience Kawartha Butler and their staff. Addi- Food Bank Days and Hours are Credit Union has expanded their tionally may find the assistance Mondays and Wednesdays from And yes of course I do have a hours. New hours are: provided by the Allied Health 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Clients Christmas present for you. My Care Services and the Pharma- may visit once a month. For gift this year is one of my favour- Monday & Wednesday cy provided at the medical cen- more information call 705-286- ite quotes. It is by author Wil- 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., tre to be invaluable. 6838 or in the event of an emer- liam Aloysius Keane, better Friday 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Foundation is grateful to gency on days the Food Bank is known as Bill Keane, who was a Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. all who support their Christmas closed, please call Barbara at notable cartoonist through his Appeal. Please donate. 705-489-1715. work on the long-running newspaper comic The Family Cir- cus, which began its run in BCH Tax Preparation Accounting/Bookkeeping 1960 and still continues in 3235 County Road 121 Government Remittances syndication. Hope you enjoy. R.R. #2 Burnt River ON Payroll K0M 1C0 Personal Tax Returns “Yesterday is history, Barry Heaton Tomorrow is a mystery, Phone 705-488-2228 P.O.S. System Set-up Today is a gift, Small Business Set-up That's why it's called the Mobile 705-340-3942 present!‟ Fax 705-488-3160 [email protected] All at REASONABLE RATES Page 10 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development

The Hot Stove Leak cont. from p. 10 LIGHTS yourself to a Scottish flavoured ACROSS CANADA evening of supper & live enter- MINT time for Christmas. Hands on THURSDAY, DEC. 6 tainment including highland GIRL GUIDE COOKIES projects lead you through colour The annual Christmas Tree dancing & piping & the Mundell A few more boxes to go and mixing, application techniques, Lighting Ceremony is sure to Family Singers at Christmas Mu- the Kinmount Guiding Unit intuitive painting techniques and get your Christmas spirit roll- sic Night at Galway Hall. Coun- ends their Mint Cookie Sales. mixing and matching mediums. ing. Meet at 6:30 pm at Kin- try Raffle and Loonie Auction. A tasty treat or scrumptious Classes run 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. mount Railway Station. Listen For more information visit kin- little gift! Available at Kinvale Each class costs $25. For more to carolling, witness the Tree mount.ca or for advance tickets Restaurant & Austin Lumber information or to register email- Lighting & Dedication of the call 705-488-2635. or call me at 705-488-2919. [email protected] or new Sawmill Bell. Warm up DINER’S DINER Thanks for your support! call 647-622-4472. by the bonfire with hot choco- CHRISTMAS EDITION 2013 KIDS CHRISTMAS late, fellowship & sweets. Meet This delightful afternoon lunch- KINMOUNT CALENDARS SHOPPING SPREE Santa in the Railway Station. eon features a full Christmas Need a quick gift? Pick up a Children choose their Christmas Free Photo Op. Dinner & more! 11:00 a.m. Kinmount Calendar available gifts at this special shop for chil- CHRISTMAS BINGO Wednesday, December 12 at at Gateway General Store, dren only. All gifts are only .50 Try your luck at the Legion‟s Burnt River Centre. Kinmount Artisans Market- or under and come complete with Christmas Bingo Friday, De- DANCE INTO 2013 place and Austin Lumber. The gift wrapping service. The sale cember 7. Win turkeys, hams, The Legion‟s annual New Year‟s calendar is a snapshot in time. takes place Saturday, December cash prizes or a $500 MUST Eve Dance begins at 8:00 p.m. Something to hold on too. 1, from 9:30 a.m. till noon cour- GO jackpot. Enjoy a delicious Hot & Cold Buffet & New Years Price $5.00 or 3 for $10. tesy of St. James Anglican complimentary snack at break Favours. Tickets $15 per person, THAT Church, 5 Crego St. Kinmount. time. Bingo starts at 6:45 p.m. For advance tickets call 705-488- ―SPECIAL SOMETHING‖ KINMOUNT but make sure to arrive much 3462. Looking for that “Special FARMERS MARKET earlier to get your seats. Good FINGERS CROSSED & Something” but don‟t quite CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Luck! SKATES SHARPENED know what it is? Explore Kin- Have you been missing your fa- CHRISTMAS IN Hopefully during the Christmas mount Artisans Marketplace vourite Kinmount Farmer‟s Mar- THE VILLAGE Season the ice in Kinmount Are- open Fridays, Saturdays & ket Vendors? Well here‟s your SATURDAY, DEC. 8 na will be ready. Courtesy of Sundays 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 chance to catch up and enjoy A trio of fun awaits so come Kinmount Agricultural Society, p..m. and open daily from Fri- Christmas culinary treats & gifts. out and triple your fun! Treat Public Skating is offered at Kin- day December 14 to Christmas Kinmount Farmers Market yourself to a cook-free day! mount Arena as soon as the ice is Eve for your shopping conven- Christmas Open House is Satur- Breakfast with Santa, Lunch at in. Call 705-488-3106 for rec- ience. You just might find day December 1, 10:00 a.m. - the Legion & Roast Beef Sup- orded telephone updates. that “Special Something” hid- 2:00 p.m. at Kinmount Commu- per are all part of the Christmas COMMUNITY ing right in your own back- nity Centre. First 20 customers in the Village Celebration, Sat- SLEIGH RIDES yard! The Marketplace is lo- receive a FREE KFM Twoonie! urday, December 8. Here‟s the SATURDAY, JAN. 19 cated in the lower level of 50/50 draw 1:00 p.m. scoop: Enjoy Breakfast with Mark the date for winter family Kinmount Community Centre SPIRIT OF Santa at Kinmount Community fun & laughter. The Sleigh County Rd. 45 West & County CHRISTMAS CHARITY Centre followed by Crafts for Rides begin about 12:30 p.m. at Rd.121. Click on Links at kin- Fundraiser for families in need Kids, Wagon Rides, and Kinny Pearson‟s Hunt Camp on Galway mount.ca to visit the Market- hosted by Fenelon Falls Second- the Elf Hunt. Meet Santa at Road. Enjoy a tasty lunch inside place online. Please note the ary School students featuring The 2:00 p.m. at the Post Office and the cozy cabin, hop on a sleigh Marketplace closes for the Pampered Chef, Sat. Dec. 1, 2:00 follow him to the Legion for a ride & warm up by the bonfire. month of January and re-opens - 5:00 pm. Sample appetizers, free family lunch. Gifts for More details next month. Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays Silent Auction, Door Prizes. kids 10 & under. Then treat in February. Food bank donations appreciated. BE THE COLOUR Admission $2. Merry SEE THE COLOUR FIND THE KINNY ELVES PAUL SILVER Christmas & APPLY THE COLOUR Look high, look low, somewhere P.O. Box 286 Learn, create and express lurks Kinny the Elf hiding at par- Happy New yourself through Painting in ticipating businesses. This all Year! Kinmount, On Colour Classes at Kinmount ages hunt runs from Mon. Dec. 3 K0M 2A0 Artisans Market Tuesdays to Sat. Dec. 8. Watch for IN- evenings, Dec. 4, 11 & 18. STORE SPECIALS Sat. Dec. 8. Materials are provided. Pre- Pick up your ballot around town, FOR ALL YOUR pare to get your hands dirty, answer the questions and drop off BUILDING & RENOVATION NEEDS your brushes wet and your your completed entry at Gateway imagination and creativity General Store. One winner re- (705) 488 - 2919 kicked inot overdrive just in ceives a prize!

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The Hot Stove Leak cont. ing lot 9:00 a.m. Return 4:00 p.m. Free ONGOING ACTIVITIES lunch. To reserve a spot call 705-488- Tai Chi: Mondays & Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. UPCOMING EVENTS 2669. - 11:00 a.m. Galway Hall. Dec. 1 - Kinmount Farmers Market Dec. 15 - Friends of the Library Book Seniors Cards: Potluck Lunch, 12:30 p.m. Christmas Open House 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 Sale 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. lower level Mondays followed by Bid Euchre at 1:00 p.m. p.m. Kinmount Community Centre. Kinmount Public Library. at the Legion. Dec. 1 - Kids Shopping Extravaganza Dec. 19 - Big Buck Bid Euchre 11:00 Sparks, Brownies & Guides Monday nights 9:30 a.m. - noon at St. James Anglican a.m. at Kinmount Legion. Cost $10 in- 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at Kinmount Community Cen- Church, 5 Crego Street. All items .50 & cludes lunch. tre. Call 705-488-2919. under. Gift wrapping included. Dec. 31 - New Year's Dance at Monday Night Ladies Darts: 7:30 p.m. at Dec. 1 - Pampered Chef Fundraiser for Kinmount Legion. Call 705-488-2462. the Legion. Call 705-4883462 for info. Fenelon Falls Secondary School 2:00 - 5:00 Jan. 19 - Community Sleigh Rides Free Craft Drop-In: last Tuesday monthly pm. Silent Auction, Door Prizes. 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Pearson's Hunt 10:00 a.m.- noon hosted by Kinmount United Dec. 1 & 2 - Bethlehem Live 7:00 p.m. Camp Galway Road. Lunch inside cozy Church Women at Kinmount Artisans Market- Coboconk Lions Park. cabin. place. Dec. 3 & 17 - Ontario Early Years visits Jan. 19 - Friends of the Library Book Kinmount Public Library Hours: the Community Centre 10:00 a.m. - noon. Sale 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. lower level Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Dec. 4, 11, 18 - Painting Classes 6:00 p.m.- Kinmount Public Library. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 9:oo p.m. Kinmount Artisans Marketplace. Thursdays are Kids Drop In Day. Dec. 6 - Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremo- Kinmount Playschool: Wednesdays 10:00 ny 6:30 p.m. at Kinmount Railway Station. a.m.- noon at Kinmount Community Centre. Free Photo Op with Santa. Bonfire. Call 705-488-3044. Ontario Early Years Dec. 7 - Christmas Bingo 6:30 p.m. at the visits Monday December 3 & 17. Legion. Yoga: Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Kin- Dec. 8 - Christmas in the Village - Break- mount Community Centre. Call 705-457-9294. fast with Santa 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Kin- KINMOUNT WINTERFEST Wednesday Mixed Darts: 7:30 p.m. at the mount Community Centre. Live Music, VOLUNTEER Legion. Call 705-488-3462 for info. Country Raffle. Adults $5, Children $3, Pre- OPPORTUNITY Card Night: Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. Irondale school free. Kids Christmas Crafts, Wagon More hands make lighter work and more Community Centre. Cost $2. Potluck snacks. Rides. Meet Santa at the Post Office at 2:00 hands make more fun! Kinmount Win- Friday Night Bingo: 6:45 p.m. Royal Canadi- p.m. & follow him to Kinmount Legion. terfest Planning Committee is looking for an Legion., $300.00 Must Go Jackpot. Kids 10 & under receive gift. Free family cool ideas and needs your help. Watch Sunday Morning Kids Club: 9:00 a.m.- lunch. Christmas Music Night, Galway Hall. for posters announcing the next meeting. 10:00 a.m. at St. James Anglican Church, 5 Supper, entertainment & Loonie Auction. Come out and toss some ideas around. Crego Street. Dec. 12 - Diner's Dinner Christmas Students looking to fulfill their required Public Skating: Watch for Public Skating at Edition. 11:00 a.m. Burnt River Centre. volunteer hours welcome. Winterfest Kinmount Arena once the ice is ready. Dec. 13 - Casino Rama Trip sponsored by takes place Sunday February 24 at Kin- Kinmount Seniors. Bus leaves Legion park- mount Arena & Fairgrounds with a Pan- cake Breakfast served at Kinmount Com- munity Centre. For more information call 705-488-2961 or visit kinmount.ca.

Left: A picture of the new bell that graces the belfry of the Austin Sawmill. The bell will ring officially for the first time at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 6th along with all of the church bells in town.

Right: Sue Strong. Manager of the Kinmount Branch of Kawartha Credit Union congratulates employees Heather McKelvey (centre) and Mary Lou Fer- guson (right) on the occasion of receiv- ing their 5 years of service pins Nov. 2. Photo submitted by Cathy King.

Page 12 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development Lost Trails: Searching for a WWII Soldier’s Family My name is Donna and I am helping the In Northern Italy in the Province of Raven- people of Villanova Italy with a book on na, in the Commune of Bagnacavallo lies the the Regiments that fought there and the Villanova Canadian War Cemetery. It was men buried in the Villanova War Ceme- selected as a cemetery by the 5th Canadian tery. One such soldier was Kenneth Her- Armoured Division which is heavily repre- bert Jones, Thomas Herbert and mother sented there. Most of the Canadian war Annie Elizabeth. They moved to Port dead belong to one of four regiments. The Hope and his father worked at the ceme- Lanark and Renfrew Scottish Regiment, the tery as a care taker. He apparently had 4th Princess Louise Dragoon Guards, the epilepsy so did not drive but friends would Perth Regiment and the Irish Regiment of drive them to Kinmount once a week to Canada. The majority of these 4 regiments visit family. He did not have brothers or were killed following the Lamone River sisters so hopefully some nieces, nephews crossing in December 1944. etc may still be in the area. It was in the vicinity of Vilaova that troops It is said the Italian Campaign is the for- of this Division succeeded in establishing a gotten campaign and that the D-Day Dodg- bridgehead over the Lamone River Decem- ers were not given due recognition for ber 10-11 1944. West of the bridgehead was their service and sacrifice. The Italian heavy fighting in the following days when Campaign lasted from 1943-1945 and fol- attempts were made to cross the three canals lowing months of heavy fighting, immense that run from Faenza to the sea. From De- casualties and loss of life, these seasoned cember 12-15 the Lanark and Renfrew Scot- soldiers continued on to fighting in North- tish Regiment and the 4th PLDG suffered western Europe. In Italy a total of 92,757 heavily in these attempts. 85 of the burials Canadians served their country, 5,764 in the cemetery come from these two regi- died, 19,486 were wounded and 1,004 cap- ments. Others include those killed in the tured. advance to the final line held by the Canadi- During my "tours'" in Italy I met Italian ans on the River Senio before they left Italy Citizens near Cassino and in Villanova in in February 1945. The Villanova Canadian Northern Italy in who were very knowl- War Cemetery contains 212 Commonwealth edgeable about the fighting in the area burials of WW2 - 205 are Canadians and The NEW Kinmount Tartan during WW2. Three years ago I began there is one Unknown Soldier, the other 6 helping with research for a research group members of the British Army. in Villanova. Reviewing Canadian news- In the Village of Villanova lives Rosalia Men’s Cap $28.00 papers from 1943-1945 and talking to Ital- Fantoni. As a small child she lived in fear Tartan Scarf $25.00 ian citizens I have learned so much about and hunger as war raged on around her. Her Tammy $28.00 our courageous, determined soldiers, the father and uncle (partisans) were hung by Men’s Tie $25.00 legacy they have left, and the impact they the SS in front of their home just two weeks had on the Italian citizens of whom they before the Canadians liberated Villanova. Available at the Artisan’s Marketplace, and liberated. Continued on p. 18 J. Austin and Sons Castle Building Centre Ooch That’s Guid: Kinmount’s Scottish Heritage

On December 1, 2012 in the Kinmount variety. Guests of the ceilidh do not need Community Centre, the organizers of the to fret about not knowing the steps to par- 25th Annual Haliburton County Scottish ticular dances as it is typical for a leader to Games will be hosting a ceilidh. pre-teach the dance to the attendees in order that everyone may participate. A ceilidh traditionally was the name given M embers of the Kinmount Committee to a gathering of any variety and did not The ceilidh that is being held in Kinmount for Planning and Economic Development necessarily need to involve dancing. In is an opportunity for us to come together to wishes to extend their sincere thanks to modern days the dancing seems to have enjoy a festive time of music and dance in Lorraine Turcotte for creating and become the predominant activity of the par- honour of St. Andrew‟s Day. Tickets are donating the beautiful festive bows that ty. $10.00 per person and are available at the adorn our town clock. door. Children enjoy free admission. The Ceilidhs are extremely popular throughout festivities begin at 7 PM. MERRY CHRISTMAS! Scotland and are often used to celebrate births, marriages, special occasions of every Page 13 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development Work Camps Haliburton-Victoria border, work camps went home for meals & at night. While the oth- were set up every 10 miles along the road er camps were never very far from a village, The Great Depression was a nasty chap- from Moore‟s Falls to Dorset. This new they stayed right in camp for the whole week. ter in Canadian and world history. While Highway #35 was built over portions of the The only option was walking and the only day the 1920s were known as the “Roaring old Cameron Colonization Road to Minden, off was Sunday! Twenties”, the next decade was labelled and then followed portions of the Bob- The camps were set up in the fall & winter of the “Dirty Thirties”. Following the Wall caygeon Colonization Road on to Dorset. 1932-1933. Wages started at $5.00 per month. St Stock Market Crash in October 1929, Since the Bobcaygeon Road between Min- Yes, that is correct! But this included meals and a decade of hard times gripped Canada. den and Dorset wound through some rough board. This wage was low even for the time and Unemployment rose to 25%, prices for and uninhabited terrain, a new route was place. Men were free to come & go, but many goods fell ever lower and the economy planned east of the old road on a more fa- were content just to have any job. Others with contracted as industries closed, exports vourable route. Thus Highway #35 was cre- families had their employment linked to wel- dried up and demand for goods col- ated as a make-work project during the fare payments: an early form of workfare. The lapsed. Great Depression. men worked 6 days a week (Sunday was a day By 1932, waiting it out was clearly not Here are the locations of the 14 camps: off!). working and the pressure on govern- Camp 1 – Victoria-Haliburton boundary In a normal month there were 26 work days ments grew to do “something”. One of Camp 2 – Miner‟s Bay which equated to 16 cents a day or 2 cents an the somethings was a series of public Camp 3 – Hounsell‟s Farm on Gull Lake hour! Yikes! It was tough times! works projects where government spent Camp 4 – Cameron Road and Hulbig Side- The average work camp contained the follow- money to kick start the economy. The road (now Ravine Rd) ing staff: 1 Foreman, 1 Time Keeper (clerk), 4 most common project was road building. Camp 5 – Minden village straw bosses (crew foremen), 1 powderman (for The number of motor cars had multi- Camp 6 – Mountain Lake blasting), 6 teamsters (and teams), 8 cooks & plied during the prosperous Roaring Camp 7 – Twelve Mile Lake helpers, 6 woodcutters (to supply firewood & Twenties, but the network of public Camp 8 – Carnarvon clear right of ways) and between 75-80 general roads seemed stuck in the horse and bug- Camp 9 - Boskung Lake labourers. In winter, each camp had a fireman gy era. Therefore the government of Camp 10 – Saskatchewan Lake (pictured who did nothing but fill woodstoves throughout Ontario decided to rebuild the old road below left) the night. But then firewood was plentiful and system into something more modern and Camp 11 – Pine Springs – Ox Narrows handy in Haliburton County. employ some of the army of unem- Camp 12 – Wren Lake Since most of the men were not local, there was ployed men at the same time. Camp 13 – south of Dorset little to do on their day off each week. The lo- The current Highway #35 was one of the Camp 14 – Dorset cals could go home, usually by walking, but the major road projects in our area. A series Camps 5 & 14 never had a special work city men were stranded. On Christmas Day of “work camps” was set up along its camp site as they were situated in villages. 1932, 87 men in one work camp (out of 100) course to house the workers. From the The men simply boarded in the village or spent the day in camp. It was impractical for them to go home, if they had a home to go to!

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Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor Dorothy’s Delights To the Editor: The Galway Firefighters would like to thank Khosrow Eshkour, owner of Kinmount I guess its time to think about Christmas Pharmacy, for his continued support of the community. treats so here are a couple to make and hide When firefighters are called to a scene where they have to provide medical aid, they until later. often find a noisy environment and the simple task to take a patient‟s blood pressure with a stethoscope is much more difficult than it would be at a doctor‟s office. As a pharmacist, Khosrow is quite aware of this and offered to make the firefighter‟s job Sweet Snack Bits easier and donated an automated blood pressure device to the Galway Fire Hall several years ago. We have made good use of it in many situations – some under quite critical 1 cup sultana raisins conditions. Our job is made much easier and the patient is served better. 4 cups mixed cereal squares (Shreddies, Corn Recently the Galway Fire Hall received a second first aid kit intended to be used with Chex, Wheat Chex etc) our ATV unit which is used for medical calls on the trails and in poor winter conditions 1 cup pecan halves when normal rescue and ambulance vehicles have difficulty in accessing patients in Mix together in a large bowl that has been their homes in more remote locations such as private roads (Fire Routes). Again greased. Khosrow was happy to support the well being of the community. He generously donat- In a saucepan mix 1/2 cup butter ed an even better unit which will help us in the use of our second first aid kit. Together 1/4 cup corn syrup we now can do a better job to serve the community. 1 1/2 cups brown sugar Well done Koshrow and thank you Kinmount Pharmacy – you really are committed to 3/4 tsp. salt the community‟s health. 1 tsp. vanilla With thanks, 1 tsp. cinnamon The Galway Firefighters Bring to a boil and boil slowly for 3 minutes. Pour over cereal mix and stir to coat well Greetings, Spread on 2 greased baking sheets. I am the editor of Logberg-Heimskringla, the Icelandic newspaper published, in Eng- Cool until firm. lish, out of Winnipeg and covering all things Icelandic across Canada, the USA and Break into pieces. Iceland. Store in an airtight container. Recently, a delegation of Icelanders came to Kinmount to donate the cost of a large Makes about 12 cups. window installed in the restored Austin Sawmill at the Kinmount Heritage Park. They took photos, but just inside shots. I've been prowling around your gorgeous website Rum Balls kinmount.ca and wondered whether we could get permission for one-time use, with credit given, for a couple of photos - one of the sculpture and one of the sawmill. 3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs I'm a past president of Canadian Authors Association and, therefore, very touchy about 1/2 cup finely ground almonds or pecans asking for permission and giving credit. It's a rule that I stress to people involved in 3 tbsp. cocoa small newspaper operations. 1 cup icing sugar Very best regards 1/3 cup water Joan Eyolfson Cadham 3 tbsp corn syrup editor, Logberg-Heimskringla 2 tsp rum flavouring Mix well and shape into 1 inch balls. Editors Note: Of course, we granted Joan permission! Roll in icing sugar or cocoa powder or chocolate sprinkles. Store in a covered container for a week or Thank you to our Volume 5 Patrons Provincial more before serving to develop flavour. Makes about 3 dozen. In Memory of The Langlois Honours for Claude Dettman Family Pony Club Brian and Nancy Patti Jones Members of the Victoria Pony Club with their prizes Would You Like to be a Rachel Scott: Champion Gazette Patron? show Jumping Alyssa Bogardis - 3rd Show Support the Kinmount Gazette Volume 5, Jumping Amelia Austin - Champion by sending your donation to: Show Jumping , 3rd in Dres- Kinmount Gazette, c/o Yvette Brauer, sage P.O. Box 17, Kinmount, On K0M 2A0 Alexis Vahey - Reserve Email [email protected] Champion, Show Jumping Telephone 705-488-2282 Natasha Austin - Champion Show Jumping, Champion Page 15 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 441 by Cathy King

Royal Canadian Legion On behalf of Poppy Chairperson (Christmas in the Village) Santa

John McGrath Joan Simmons, sincere thanks to visits with children at our Legion. all who supported the 2012 poppy The Ladies Auxiliary will have

Branch 441 campaign and Remembrance Day refreshments & treats for the kids. Kinmount, Ontario Services. It was encouraging to see Wed. Dec. 19 at 11:00 am is Big 705-488-3462 record attendance at all Remem- Buck Bid Euchre. Cost of $10 brance Day Services. Our last includes a delicious lunch. We are Tuesday lunch till spring was Nov. hosting a New Year‟s Dance Dec. 27. Thanks to all who supported 31 at 8pm. Cost is only $15.00 a the lunches and sincere apprecia- person which includes New Year‟s tion to our Lunch Committee who favours, a midnight hot & cold did a super job. A reminder to Le- buffet, spot & door prizes. Why gion members to renew your mem- not bring a friend and join us? bership before Dec. 31. You can Tickets available at the Legion mail in dues of $55 or better still, Dec. 1. To ring in the New Year, drop by your Branch. Mark your President Marylou hosts the annual calendars for Fri. Dec. 7 for Christ- President‟s Levee in our Clubroom mas Bingo. Win turkeys, hams, Jan. 1 at 2pm. Please drop in for a cash prizes and a $500 Must Go visit and say hello to Marylou. Jackpot! There is a free bingo With Christmas just a few weeks game for patrons who bring a non away, we at John McGrath Branch perishable food item or new un- 441 Royal Canadian Legion, hope wrapped children‟s gift which goes you and your families enjoy a safe to the Kinmount & District Lions and happy holiday season. Christmas Drive. At 2pm Dec. 8 Merry Christmas everyone!

The Library Link by Mary Ann Dobsi Main Street Kinmount The library is decorated for 3199 to register at Kinmount Li- Kawartha Credit Union is a full-service financial Christmas and books for the sea- brary. Come to Christmas In the institution with 25 branches son are displayed. Gently used in North and East-Central Ontario Village Tea & Treats Sat. Dec. 8, book packages are for sale under from Trenton to Parry Sound 9am - 1pm. Childrens activities the Christmas tree. Book sale ATM available 24 hours include a Christmas movie. This money is used for library projects 705-488-9963 month‟s book sale is Saturday, Dec, such as the reading garden. For 15, 9am - 1pm on the lower level of those who enjoy a good puzzle, the library. The library is closed come in and help put a holiday for the holidays Tues. Dec. 25 & puzzle together. A display called Tues. Jan. 1. I wish everyone a very „Patron Picks‟ features recently safe and happy holiday! Merry returned books recommended as Christmas and Happy New Year! great reads. Free Computer City of Kawartha Lakes Public Workshops are offered at COKL Library, Libraries in Dec. Call705 488- Kinmount Branch

In the Lions Den by Dave Anderson Christmas will soon be upon us one for their generous donations in and the Lions want everyone to the past and in the future. Our know we have the Angel Trees Christmas cakes are here and they and hampers set up around town. are at Gateway General Store and CHRISTMAS BINGO The trees are at Gateway General Cafe, Medical Centre, Kinmount Store and Cafe, the Medical Cen- Pharmacy, and Trish at Slice of the 6:30 p.m. Friday December 7 tre, Kinmount Pharmacy, Post North, or you can call Vic at 705- $500.00 Must Go Jackpot Office, Kawartha Credit Union, 488-3053 or Dave Anderson at 705 Legion and Shop & Save. This is -488-2005. Wishing everyone a Royal Canadian Legion Br. 441 an ongoing project of the Kin- Very Merry Christmas & Happy Free game for food bank or children’s gift donation mount Lions and we thank every- New Year ! Kinmount Lions Club. Page 16 Kinmount Gazette Kinmount Committee for Planning and Economic Development Our Family Album Memories: The Swinson/Douglass Family & the H.C.Douglas Store

Some of the items available at Pictured clockwise from left: Bill MacDonald H.C. Douglas General Store and his dog in front of Clare and Audrey’s (present site of Shop and Save) store; Audrey and Clare at the Lunch Counter; included a soda fountain, candy H.C. Douglas General Store which arose from store, magazines, comic books, the ashes of the Mansfield block after the Great patent drugs, electrical supplies, Fire of 1942. building supplies, and groceries. The store perished in a fire in the 1980‟s.

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Watch for more Family Album Memories in future Gazettes!

Special thanks to Darlene Douglass and cousin Carol Jarvis (nee Swinson) for sharing these pics.

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Lost Trails, continued from p. 13 Villanova was liberated on De- The memory of these days survives cember 11, 1944 by the Cape Bre- in its telling; and suffering, in its ton Highlanders. For many years telling is like a great thaw - the Rosalia has remembered their thaw that turned the snow of sacrifice and wanted to know all Auschwitz to tears. she could about "Canadians". She It is vitally important that we keep read books, travelled to Canada in these memories alive!" her dreams, remembering the Every December 11th a ceremony 10 KM North of Kinmount on County Rd. 121 kindness and peace brought to her is held at the Cemetery and each by these men. She wanted to grave glows with a small candle. know about them to "understand The research group of Villanova/ the generosity that drove their Bagnacavallo want to publish an- actions." She has written a book other book. They want to know HAIR SHOP called Casa lontano da casa more about the men buried in Vil- (Home away from home). It is a lanova. They would like to place a collection of stories, poems, some face to the name of these men, UNISEX SALON military history and all the Cana- know something about them. They Main Street (Hwy. 35) Coboconk dian War dead resting in Villano- consider these boys as their own 705-454-9956 va are listed in the back of the sons, exact words spoken to me by Open Mon-Sat book. She feels so very strongly an Italian gentleman who was there 9AM these men be not forgotten. to greet us at the cemetery. As he Men’s and Ladies’ An excerpt from Rosalia's book is spoke to me he cried as he told me No Appointment Necessary as follows: he had two boys. Clearly these "For many soldiers, their "home men have not been forgotten. away from home" was the war- I was not sure how successful I torn country of Italy, the towns of would be in searching for families Villanova and Bagnacavallo. of the 205 men buried in the ceme- Here, a place where fear kept peo- tery, but have found 105 families ple indoors, holding their breath to date. Approximately 70 photos while the distant noise of bombs have been obtained. The research loomed everywhere. By night, group is working very hard and is only the voice of the fountains very excited about this project. sounded through the streets of Other Canadians are also helping towns frightened into submission digging up War Diaries of these by the spectre of death, where regiments working toward making only the innocent victims of unan- this project a success. I am hon- nounced aerial bombardments oured to be involved and more New Installations or Renovations remained, their bodies strewn than that want to let families know amid shards of glass and rubble. that a little "prairie" like town in Mansfield Plumbing The liberators, caked in mud and Northern Italy Remembers. dust, made their way through vil- Villanova is so like the little prairie Commercial, Residential, Cottages lages of destroyed houses, schools town that so many of these soldiers full of evacuees and refugees, came from. Rick Mansfield, Licensed Plumber unusable railways; and in the Anyone with a family member Complete systems from in-coming water to out-going waste! background, the constant rumble who was KIA in Italy December 16 Highland Gate Blvd. of bombs, the grenades that 1944 and January 1945 who would Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0 wrought havoc on so much human like to contribute to this project 705-286-1126 or 705-286-1340 life, artillery fire that made the can contact me by email: dmax- walls shake and the air tremble. [email protected] or 403-467-0001.

Do you have an artistic or crafting talent? Razzamataz Kid Shows KINMOUNT & AREA ARTISAN’S GUILD Rag & Bone Puppet Theatre presents… invites you to market your creations at The Wind in the Willows KINMOUNT ARTISANS MARKETPLACE Sunday January 20, 2013 Lower Level , Kinmount Community Centre 2:00 pm at The Northern Light Theatre Haliburton Call 705-488-2938 Visit razzamataz.com or call 705-854-0726

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Kinmount...Explore Our Heritage, Experience Our Charm! KINMOUNT GAZETTE COM MITTEE Spot the Shot Guy Scott, Editor Each edition we feature a photo from the Kinmount Area. We challenge you to P.O. Box 249 identify the spot. Kinmount, Ontario Phone: 705-488-3182 Submissions of photos welcome. Please E-mail: [email protected] submit to the editor via email with a detailed description of the spot you have captured.

We’re on the Web Last month’s Spot the Shot: A tepee on the south side of Cty. Road www.kinmount.ca 503 between Kinmount and Irondale (near Furnace Falls). Gazette Committee: Lynne Kilby, Staff Writer Jane Austin, Publisher Submission Deadline Yvette Brauer, Advertising/Finance For January Edition: From the Editor’s Desk Friday, December 14 The past month has witnessed doctors for a community the cancelled & the papers destroyed. several more passings among size of Kinmount... WOW! This experiment in crime control our community. Fred Sim- We should be proud! Kin- has largely been a failure. A mons (Sr.) from Irondale and mount must be the doctor capi- similar attempt to register long Nora Swinson were both over tal of Ontario. Eat your heart guns was attempted during the age of 90 years and both out other communities! Oh World War II (for security life-time residents of the area. yes, and welcome Dr Reidy. I reasons) and from anecdotes Fred was a driving force in St am sure the residents of our passed along in my family, John‟s Church in Irondale and community will pour out the was a failure as well. The gun had just passed the torch to hospitality and make you feel owners simply “hid” their another generation. Faye welcome. firearms. History does seem to Clarke (Dettman) also loved This past fall, I have been re- repeat itself. her Kinmount connection. ceiving a lot of inquiries/ The Victoria Pony Club is still They will all be missed. information on various family recruiting youth interested in The Gazette is always thank- trees. Genealogy seems to be a everything horse. The club has ful when our readers provide growing sport. If you have any been very busy early in the the paper with stories, infor- inquiries or family information season including a farrier mation or photos. Special to share, please feel free to demonstration, a trail riding thanks this edition to Darlene contact Gazette staff. The day and an outing to the Royal Douglass for supplying the Great Harvey Historical Socie- Winter Fair. If you know a Gazette with some excellent ty collects family trees and youth 7-21 who might enjoy photos (and stories) from Kin- archives them for further refer- these activities, feel free to mount Past. It is important to ence. They have an archive at contact the editor. conserve and share these snip- Bobcaygeon and are quite hap- Merry Christmas to all! GS pets of History. The Gazette is py to share files & research. the perfect vehicle for sharing. Looking for that special If you have old photos or in- Christmas present for the per- formation about the Kinmount son who has everything? Com- Top: The Legion Colour Party marches to the Remembrance Day area, please share it with the plete sets of the Gazettes are Service Sunday, Nov. 11. Gazette. Feel free to contact a available at the Kinmount Ar- member of the paper anytime. tisans Marketplace in the base- Bottom: On the evening of Sunday, November 11, Royal Canadian Congratulations to everyone ment of the community centre. Legion Brnach 441 President Mary Lou Ferguson placed a candle involved in the Kinmount & The gazette is now on Volume at a Candlelight Service for 2 legion members & veterans, Russ District Health Services for 5 so there are 4 collections! Spencley and John Carson who passed away earlier this year. “acquiring” a third doctor for This past month the federal the Medical Centre. Three long gun registry has been Photos submitted by Cathy King. Page 19 DEC. SPECIAL 1 x 6 T & G Pine

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