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Much help would be provided by the present production committee and our retiring Editor.

Anyone who is interested should write in the first instance to the Killin News Production Committee. (see back page for details)

The Committee

While Killin now has a number of summer instead in events which attract visitors and which the main Contents local people enjoy, the Folk Music ring in Article Page Festival. The Highland Games - the the mid- Annual Agricultural Show is perhaps the dle of the Killin Community Council 2 most authentic and almost totally local football Strathfillan Community Council 2 event, with a considerable history. It pitch. alone reflects the involvement in sheep These majestic and apparently gentle 12th August: Tim Frost 4 and cattle fanning which was the life beasts paraded somewhat sedately and blood of the community, though nowa- were much loved by the crowds, especial- Editorial Comment 7 days somewhat overwhelmed by tourism; ly English and Foreign visitors. These Green Team and it's not just narrowly local, for many cattle - bulls, cows and calves came from 5 farming people from outside the area pay Glen Lochay (John Cameron). Auchlyne Highland Games 9, 10 a visit to the Killin Show - which is recog- (Judy Bowser), and with the winning nised as one of the biggest sheep events in champion from John Lacey of Lawers. Agricultural Show- 1, 11, 20 Scotland. Letters 15, 16, 17 The other notable aspect of the Show was The tourists undoubtedly enjoy the sheep of course the fancy dress of the various Obituaries 15 and cattle judging and appreciate the groups in the village in the parade led by clearly knowledgeable characters who the pipe-band.. Outstanding, and the Clubs & Societies 18, 19 crowd round the pens. They also enjoy prize winners were the "Dalmatians" of the Scottish Poppy Appeal 3 watching how the handlers cope with. say. Brownies, closely followed by the "fire- powerful rams with magnificent horns and tots", some of whom couldn't keep their Thank You 14 the odd wild bullock that won't stand to be eyes open in the "fire-engines" ingenious- photographed. ly created by the Mothers and Toddlers Floral Awards: Winners 6 and Playgroup. Race Night At The Golf Club 12 The big thing this year, particularly for the visitors, was the great showing of McLaren Hull December Concert 13 Highland Cattle, not, as with the other Other results and pictures of the Show are judging in pens set aside for them, but on pages 20 & 11. Beware Of Ticks! 12, 13 Killin Community Council present it was assumed that this was not Something to enough to form a Quorum and the meeting Meeting in Lesser Hall on Thursday 14th was closed at 8.50 pm. Shout About August. Next Meeting - A.G.M. 7.30 pm On Saturday the 19th July Tyndrum Fire Thursday 9th October, 1997. Present: Station along with the assistance of the I. MacGregor. Chairman, P. Christie. J. Crianlarich Crew held their fund raiser for Gauld. K. Taylor. Strathfillan the fire brigades national benevolent fund. In Attendance; Community Council As in previous years Clifton Coffee House Richard Shand, Inspector Rose. were kind enough to lend them their car- Constable Donaldson. There was a meeting of the Strathfillan park. Mr G. Lawrie. There were 7 members of Community Council on Wednesday 6th In addition to the two fire appliances, the the public present. August. Strathfillan Community Community Educational Unit from Apologies : Development Trust has now been Stirling Fire-station manned by Richard F. Kennedy, A. Walker. D. McRobbie. established as a charitable trust, with a Kane came up and helped in the fun. Board of Directors, who are working hard The Chairman opened the meeting by to get several projects off the ground. asking R. Shand and J. Gauld to give a This year they had an extra helper going report on the result of their investigations by the name of Fireman Sam, who most of Some members of the Board and others the children loved, although some were into the proposed installation of C.C.T.V. organised an exhibition entitled Yesterday, in Killin. Several quotations had been not quite sure of him, well who could Today and Tomorrow, which was excel- blame them! Tyndrum's weather was at received - the cheapest being for approxi- lent. Many people in the community lent mately £3,300 for supply of materials and its best providing a beautiful day and photographs and memorabilia. It was held because of the hot sun. the kids wanted installation. It was thought that £1,000 first in Crianlarich and then the following would be required annually to run the sys- water fights with the fire fighters and the week in Tyndrum. It brought back lots of inevitable happened and they ran low on tem. Grants might be available from memories. Scottish Office. Stirling Council and water, but there was no need to worry, a Police Federation, but it was obvious that hydrant was always close by to replenish East of Scotland Water are in consultation certain conditions would have to be met in the 150 gallons which was used through- with Stirling Council on the merits of order to secure any of these. out the day. At 5pm the boys had had fluoridation. John Riley told of a enough and decided to call it a day, but not programme on Channel 4 which said that before raising the sum of £460. Well Inspector Rose and Mr Lawrie spoke of fluoride was a cumulative poison, which. Done! their experience of C.C.T.V. systems, in it's worst form, could cause gross pointing out some of the pitfalls as well as malformation of the bones. the advantages. This was followed by a MAUREEN H. GAULD discussion on siting of cameras at Bridge Toothpaste had 1000-15000 times the of Lochay and Lix Toll - some felt that a recommended level in water. An camera in the Clachaig area would be orthopaedic surgeon in Birmingham said preferable to Lix Toll. that there had been fluoride in the water there since the 1950's and an increase in Antiques and Arts It was felt that the poor turnout of the osteoporosis, fractures and arthritis was Bric-a-Brac public to this meeting indicated a lack of shown. Graphs showing that the decrease interest locally in the proposed scheme in tooth decay could be from better health and that things should be left in abeyance and diet rather than fluoridation were meantime until the proposed Police Cameron Buildings. shown. The C.C. recommended that we Main Street. Killin mobile system is up and running. reject any fluoridation of our water supply, Inspector Rose fell it might be helpful to Tel: (01567) 820475-SHOP and John Riley to make a report and send 820605 - House contact Stirling Council regarding the copies to other C.C.'s. likelihood of any financial assistance Moira Robertson. being available & that Councillors might benefit from having a look at the system now running in Carnoustie. It was felt that an item might be placed in Killin News expressing the Community Situated on the south side of Loch Tay directly opposite the Ben Lowers range, this Council's disappointment at local lack of interest in the proposed scheme. traditional wayside inn enjoys a tremendous panorama of mountains and Loch. The Hotel has 14 bedrooms, all having en suite facilities, and tea/coffee making facilities. We can offer Inspector Rose made reference to the guests fishing ( Salmon. Trout and Char) or Loch and river, and for golfers there are desirability of curtailing late-night several courses within a 10 mile radius. For the outdoor enthusiast the area is ideal walking licensing hours at future public events country, as well as offering sailing, water skiing, pony trekking, amongst others. such as Music Festival, Highland Games Winners of the Perthshire Tourist Board/ Glen Turret Distillery Awards lor the and Agricultural Show. 'Most Enjoyable Restaurant Meal' South Lochtayside, By Killin, Perthshire FK21 8SU As there were only 4 Council members Tel: (01567) 820400 Fax: (01567) 820282

2 Retiral Scottish Poppy Appeal

We very much regret that Jan The Scottish Poppy Appeal raised Arrangements for 1997 are that poppies Willison has found it necessary to £1,030,000 in 1996. Thanks of the will be distributed to collectors and resign from The Killin News organisers of the appeal go to Killin and establishments by the 3rd November Production Committee. Jan has Ardeonaig for their generous contribu- and collections will be made from the been so useful over the years chasing tion of £480.80. 3rd to 8th November. Remembrance up clubs and societies for their Sunday on the 9th November with the notices. She has however many I would like to thank our local collec- laying of wreaths at the Memorial after commitments which make it difficult tors for their effort, for without their the Church Service. for her to continue. dedicated work the Appeal would not be possible. David Dowling Thank you Jan for all your help. It may be of interest that Canadian Colonel John MacRae wrote the poem 'In Flanders Fields' in 1915 at Ypres. SAMANTHA It was published in Punch where it Films Cards MOBILE BEAUTY THERAPIST impressed many, but it was not until November 1921 that Britain had its first Facials, Waxing, Manicures, Poppy Day. For over 75 years we have Pedicures, Massage, Eyecare worn the Poppy in Remembrance and Make-up although Colonel MacRae. dying in 1918, never lived to see it. Next day developing service For more information contact In Flanders fields the poppies blow for your Photographs Samantha Quigley Between the crosses, row on row, Colour care, Fuji, Kodak That mark our place; and Glendhu, Ardchyle, Killin Film stocked in the sky (01567) 820422 The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. Stationery Books

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Come and meet MARY, our new Chef, formerly of Broadford Hotel, Skye August the Twelfth

The start of The season" for most keepers and stalkers in the Highlands is, traditionally, the 12th August. Most estates begin with a small family day of walked-up grouse, driven grouse not usually starting until later in August or into September.

The day will begin with the keepers and family meeting outside the big house and a mixture of tweeds and tartans means that the gathering looks remark- ably unchanged from pictures and pho- tographs of Victorian times. One change is the more modern ritual of applying liberal quantities of midge repellent up the kilts! Our forebears must have relied on herbal deterrents or then the "guns" (meaning the people origin of formation dancing teams!l have been more stoic! who are shooting that day) with the The moor is swept like this until the dogs hunting about 20 yards ahead, bottom is reached several hours later, This year the day dawned clear and still walk across the moor in a straight line. with a stop for a picnic lunch along the with the promise of increasing heal. The pace is fairly slow and must he easy way. The heat became so intense during the for the slowest walker. The labs and day that even the midges disappeared spaniels will flush the grouse, some- Sometimes pointers and setters are used (thus avoiding the need to re-enact the times in ones and twos but often in a on 'dogging moors' and when the dogs midge/kilt ritual at regular intervals) covey. The guns need to stay alert so as point or set the grouse some of the guns One certain keeper even took to wear- not to miss their chance. When birds come up and the birds are flushed. ing shades for the glare and a baseball have been shot the line slops and the cap (traditional green of course) to pro- birds are found and retrieved by the Driven grouse are shot from a line of tect his ever increasing solar panel, giv- dogs (a good retriever is invaluable). butts which are usually built of stone ing rise to the rumours that the Mafia This year there was a lovely heavy and turf. The beaters walk in a wide- had taken over. bloom on the heather which sent up a sweeping line to send the birds flying cloud of pollen as the dogs and the line over the butts. walked. This was a beautiful scented After the party has driven to the area in cloud which left our boots and the dogs' Land Rovers or cars, they may he able However the day goes, be the weather coats tacky and yellow. It also made to get part of the way up the hill by Argo fair or foul, it is a wonderful way to scenting very difficult for the hunting (at least the less young and able, or is it spend a day and teatime back at the dogs. the ones with the stronger nerve?) The lodge is a welcome rest for dogs and rest of the way up to the moor has to be men. done on foot - carrying guns and packed After a sweep of anything from half to lunches. several miles depending on the size of The day usually ends in the big house the beat, one end walker will stand still with a family dinner of roast grouse and The beat to be shot may vary greatly in and the line will gradually turn to cover bread sauce - and a chance to go over area, but the day begins at the top of the the next sweep in the opposite direction the day again. beat. If the grouse are to be walked-up (it is believed by some that this was the David Courtney & Son GRANT AND General Builders WELSH (Sole proprietor: A Grant)

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4 Green Team visit the Rainforest been handled by Sean Connery). She wasn't as frightening as she looked though... Cynthia and Cedric the giant stick insects were other favourites, as were the thousands of leaf cutting ants who were working away above our heads for the whole visit. They must have walked miles.

Everybody seemed to enjoy the expe- rience and there would still be lots to see on a repeat visit. Thanks to Linda Frost and Jane Brown for organising use of and driving the community bus. Helen Cole. During the school holidays, some One type which had large eye-spots to members of the Green Team were make it look like an owl. seemed to Next Issue lucky enough to visit a rainforest like landing on people as well as the Christmas just outside Edinburgh. vegetation and liked eating rotten bananas! Big butterflies produce big Copy and Advertisements for the The forest was located inside a large caterpillars and we saw one munching November Issue are required by Friday glass house at Edinburgh's Butterfly away which must have been nearly 6 31st October. Please note it will be the and Insect World, but was very realis- inches long. Christmas Issue, distributed towards the tic. Despite the hot weather outside, end of November. it was very much more humid inside, We also saw a variety of other bugs Get your Christmas Ads organised. We which is just how the butterflies like and beasties, and some brave people need them - and articles, letters, etc. by it. They were everywhere, and many even held Rosie the tarantula (who the end of October. of them were large and colourful. has been lucky enough to also have

5 Killin and District Tourist Association - Floral Awards 1997 Killin Heritage The judge for the 1997 Floral Awards was Mr Window Boxes and Tubs - Killin Crafts. Jimmy Givens. ably assisted by his wife Jean. Hanging Baskets 1 Killin Crafts. 2. Society Mr Givens has been well-known in Breadalbane Folklore Centre. Northumberland horticultural circles for over 40 years, as both judge and a prize-winning The judges fell that the following Commercial Killin Heritage Society would like to wel- exhibitor. He kindly gave up almost two days Establishments, although not entered in the come members old and now to their first of his holiday to judge the different sections of Competition, should all be complemented on meeting of the 1997/98 season. It will be the Floral Awards and was extremely compli- their superb floral displays. held in the Lesser McLaren Hall at 8 pm mentary about the village. Capercaillie Restaurant, Rowancroft, Antique Shop, Invertay House. on Friday 3rd October when the speaker These were the only entries in the Children's will be Dr Richard Fawcett on the Sections. Open Domestic Section for "The Tidiest Restoration of Stirling Castle. Window Boxes 1. Robert and Stewart Grant. Garden Viewed from the Rood" Talks are usually illustrated with slides. Beechcroft. Preliminary judging for this has taken place We have some excellent speakers for the Hanging Baskets 1. Robert and Stewart over several months and the prizes are not winter session, including Don and Bridget Grant. Beechcroft. awarded solely lor the summers floral dis- MacAskill. Wild Life Experts. Dr Louise Tubs: 1. John MacRae. Tayview. plays. The Judges wish to complement the Yeoman on the Covenanters, Dr David people of Killin on the overall high standard of Caldwell on Finlaggan, Isle of Islay. Dr There were 24 entries in the Adult Domestic their gardens. Sections. The Judges were looking for variety Hugh MacBean on Medieval Glasgow and more! Please come along. I'm sure and combination of planting as well as overall 1. Rowanbank, Dochart Road. 2. 8, colour. Ballechroisk. 3. 6 Dochart Road & Ardshean that you'll enjoy the evening. If you want Window Boxes 1. Mr I. Hunter, 6 Dochart Craignavie Road. to become a member the subscription is Road. 2. Mr A. Walker, Barnacarie. Main £5. per year and there is a silver collection Street. 3. Mrs Mudd. Falls of Dochart The following gardens were all Commended : at each meeting. Cottage. 7. Ballechroisk. 17 Monemore. IS Monemore. Hanging Baskets 1. Mrs M. Inglis. 18 3 Dochart Road, Machany. Main Street. The Heritage Society has recently com- Monemore. 2. Mr J. Farmer. Pathways. 3. Mr Littlecroft. Main Street. The Cedars. Main piled a video of Killin. Past and Present, L. Fenton. 17 Monemore.. Street. Tubs 1. Mrs M. Inglis, 18 Monemore. 2. Mrs which will be on sale at the Newsagents Shop and Killin Library at £9.99. An ideal M. McRae, Tayview. 3 . Mrs Campbell. There were many other gardens that were Machany. either very tidy but rather sparsely planted or Christmas Present for home and over- in need of just a little more attention, that came seas!! These were the only entries in the Commercial very close to being on the list. Sections

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6 DUKE OF EDINBURGH GOLD AWARD Comment Killin's Contaminated Water

As we write (7th September) Killin (and only Killin) has been issued with a "Boil Water Notice". Certainly the guidelines given in the notice are clear and very help- ful. The explanation given for this some- what drastic notice is that "severe rain has caused difficulties with the treatment process in the Killin area" Severe rain ! Have they ever seen the village when real- ly severe rain floods the Main Street at The Glebe and the Pier Road is impass- able. The recent somewhat heavy rain has been nothing compared to that and with such floods in the past we had no water contamination.

David Riddell received his Gold Award Certificate at Holyrood from Major General And this "Boil Water Notice" follows the Hall. Governor of Edinburgh Castle, in the presence of H.R.H. Prince Philip on 9th July. opening in November of last year of a £900.000 treatment works and we quote The award scheme is open to all young people between the ages of 14-25 years. Each "The development will provide an participant must complete the 5 sections of the award - Service. Exploration. Skills. improved standard of water treatment... It Physical Recreation and a Residential Project in order to gain the award. will also secure the local area's supply of Over the last 3 years David has also completed the earlier stages of the award - the high quality water for the future" (Killin hronze and silver. News, Jan 1997.) May we ask East of Scotland Water - What went wrong ? Was David entered the scheme through Forth Valley Open Award Group which meet each our money badly used ? Please let us Tuesday 7 pm - 9 pm in Stirling. know !

7 Living Heritage: Rare Wild Flower Found In Killin Killin Does It Again - £650 raised for Corncockle Agrostemma githago (2) (3). Rare in Great Britain and locally Oncology Department of Royal Hospital for (Kiss me quick) abundant in parts of Europe it is decreas- Sick Children. The now traditional ing throughout its range (4) due to careful Barbeque at Auchmore on 12th July was a One of the Caryophyllaceae or Campion seed control and the use of herbicides. It great success. The concerted effort by vol- unteers and support of the village was family. A tall leggy plant with few lance- has been known as a weed of cornfields notable. The stalwarts who worked away olate leaves. Reddish purple flowers 4cm since Neolithic times and its existence in on the night were Dougald MacGregor in his Perthshire is acknowledged by the pres- across with long leaf like sepals extending famous soup kitchen, Kenny and Norma beyond the petals. ence of a Cockle Drum in the Aberfeldy (now married) , Morag, Ian Campbell. Water Mill designed to remove unwanted Stewart Gillies, slaving over a hot stove. Weeds are plants that grow where they are weed seeds from the cereals in the refin- Donald and Annette MacLarty extracting unwelcome. Most wild plants come into ing process. cash on their bottle game. Willie Stitt pro- this category as gardeners look for larger vided the Tardis (Dr Who's Loo). Liz and longer lasting blooms to give that The Corncockle appeared in an area of the MacGregor wishes to thank all who helped Glebe that is likely to have been part of a or supported the venture. field. Like poppies, Corncockle seeds can remain dormant, reappearing only when One Woman And Her Dog old pastureland is disturbed or when it has been deliberately planted in wildflower Killin & District Agricultural Society held meadows (5) (6). it's 15th Annual Local Sheepdog Trials at Acharn on Sunday 8 September. The field Project Jupiter, who have reconstructed a and sheep were kindly given for the day by wildflower meadow in Grangemouth Malcolm Campbell. Ledcharrie and much obtained their Corncockle seed from the help was given by shepherd Lome Clarke. South of England. These three small Killin plants may be one of the very rare The Judge for the day was Alister Cameron examples of the Scottish natural genetic from Brig O'Turk. Corncockle stock. 1st Sylvia Goodwin (Glen Lyon) with Jim 92 points Willie Angus 2nd Lome Clurke [Ledcharrie) with Kyle90 points (1) A Field Guide in colour to Wild 3rd Lome Clarke (Ledcharriei Flowers by D. Aichele with Tib 87 points 4th Tom Baillie (Auchtertyre) cacophony of colour that we associate (2) The Illustrated Flora of Britain and with Don 82 points with tidy, well tended gardens. Northern Europe gives its UK distribution 5th Dick Steven (Crianlarich) as locally in East Anglia and Morayshire. with Jean 82 points Prizes Outwith First Three Placings A decision to buck this trend and encour- (3) It is not mentioned in the Collins Best Outrun & Lift - Tom Baillie and Don age an area of managed wilderness paid Guide to Scottish Wild Flowers Best Drive- D. Ormiston(Glen Lyon) and off this year with the unexpected appear- Scott ance of a rare and unusual weed. Once (4) The Wild Flower Key by Francis Best Pen- A. Buchanan (Glen Lyon) and Bill the scourge of cornfields, an adulterer of Rose Best Shed -A. Buchanan Glen Lyon) and wheat, feared on account of its seeds Bill (5) Earlham Churchyard. Norwich which contain a bitter tasting and poiso- Unluckiest Competitor- A. Buchanan nous saponin (1, the Corncockle has all (6) Jupiter Site. ICI Grangemouth (Glen Lyon) and Mirk but disappeared from the wild in Britain D. Steven TAY CYCLES KILLIN HOTEL (and Self catering; Cottages) Acharn, Aberfeldy Bar Lunches 12 - 2.30pm A La Carte and The Local Service for Cycle Bar meals served nightly Repairs and Servicing Bed & Breakfast from £26 per person with full en suite facilities

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8 Killin Highland Games The Highland Queen Dance on Friday 1st On to the Games Day and a record crowd and appreciative onlookers, and the cast- August was well attended, although slow of over 6,000 enjoyed the spectacle. The ing corner had many trying their skill. to 'kick in', Neil Maceachern's Scottish opening parade was led by the Vale of One highlight of the day came in the Dance Band soon had the revellers spin- Atholl Junior Pipe Band, our Chieftain Flintstones over head lift, when Raymond ning round the floor to the traditional Brigadier Sir Gregor MacGregor of Bergmanis of Latvia broke the World dances and tunes. During the interval the MacGregor and Lady MacGregor. fol- Record with a weight of 171 kg. the other band members circulated among the lowed by the Highland Queen and her was Oystein Kristianson's record break- many beautiful lassies, speaking to them Attendant, with the Games Chairman ing hill run: winning with a time of 22 and deciding on the Highland Queen and Charlie Grant, our Personality Mary minutes and 20 seconds. her Attendant. Into the second half with Sandeman and World Fly Casting the tension mounting the result was Champion Peter Anderson, leading the The Marquee Dance at night to the music passed to the committee, who announced World Strongmen to the games arena. of the Folk Band. Tandem, rounded off a the winner. The 1947 Highland Queen The Chieftain opened the Games in the wonderful day. and all who came went was Nicola Christie from Glen Dochart. traditional manner, and the struggle was away happy. and her Attendant Rowan Meikle from joined, between the heavy weights. The Lochearnhead. Piping and Dancing drew large entries

We are pleased to report that Duncan sponsorship money for Cystic Fibrosis MacDonald of Killin not only completed and Cancer Research. the 70 Wild Mile Triathlon on 14th June in a highly commendable time and in so The "Wild Miles" consisted of cycling doing succeeded in raising £660 in from Glencoe Ski-centre to Taynuilt. canoeing the length of Loch Etive. and ARTIST finally running back up Glen Etive. Sign Writing Speciality Animal Studies The Old School house For this feat he received a very fine cer- Ardchyle. by Killin. Perthshire FK21 8RF tificate showing the triathlon logo. 01567 820535 Duncan would like to thank Kay Riddell, Lesley Kettle and Stewart Inglis for assisting in collecting sponsorship money, and Rosie who supplied back-up on the Cambusbarron day (who else?): also thanks to all who so generously gave to these worthy causes. Coal Company

For the record Duncan's total time was 5 Wester Jawcrags, Slammannan hours 57 minutes and finished 13th out of Nr. Falkirk 40 starters. Well done. Duncan! Deliveries Friday

Editor's Note: Duncan will be competing again next year, so get ready to increase For orders his sponsorship money. telephone (01324) 851347

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9 The Killin Highland Games

Highland Dancers Chairman, Charlie Grant with Mary Sandeman & Peter Morrison

10 The Killin Agricultural Show

Show Champion (Chesthill, Glen Lyon) Winning group Dalmations' (Brownies)

Bonniest baby, Francesa Wilkes from Swindon

Show Champion from Glentarken (RJ.McLarty)

Sheep judge, Mr W. McKinnon at work 9 Golf Club Race Night Beware Of Ticks! Members gathered at the Golf Club on Saturday Newcomers to Killin and the sur- 25th July dressed as if vis- rounding area, particularly if they iting Royal Ascot, as the have dogs, may have become aware of an insidious little monster that lurks in club held its second fund- the long grass and bracken waiting to raising Race Night. attach itself to any innocent passing Instead of golf bags, clubs pooch. Jurassic Park has nothing on and golf trolleys the order the lifestyle of this particular little of the day seemed to be parasite which, if given the chance. binoculars, wide brimmed will vampire like latch onto passing hats and betting slips as mammals including human beings. everyone entered the spirit of the evening. This was the night when one could buy a race-horse and be 1 9 entertained in the 'Owners Enclosure' during the race in the slim hope that "Mongrel" out of "Mixed Marriage" or some other runner with an equally dubious name payouts to a minimum, and a healthy would sneak home ahead of the field. profit was made on the night. Bill Some rather shady bookmakers Melroy and Gordon Hibbert kept the arrived to relieve members of their punters entertained and used a combi- After a visit to the vet with dog and cash in the shape of Moneybags Mary nation of threat, persuasion and discovering that this was a boom year (a.k.a. Ian Lithgow) and Honest John unashamed bullying to raise money for Exodes Ricinus, I discovered what (a.k.a. John Greaves). for the club funds. a fiend the enemy is! We are indebt- ed to Ian Harbit, the vet in Aberfeldy for the following information - readers Sharp Sheena (you know who) of a tender disposition should skip the paid out the winnings if she had to, rest! but the aim of the night was to keep

The common sheep tick sometimes Killin: Walking Leaflet called the castor bean tick (because when full up of one's vital juices they An attractive new local walks guide - which doesn't go rambling on - has recent- resemble a small bean). What do they ly been produced for the local area! do? They suck blood! There are three host ticks, that is they have three The easy to follow guide covers Breadalbane including Killin. Crianlarich and feeds in their life from their respective Tyndrum and is aimed at casual walkers of all abilities, with walks ranging from victims. After a five day nosh up. 1 to 7 miles. they drop off into the undergrowth and lurk for a year, emerging a year The guide has been produced by local cartographers Stirling Surveys, in con- later, a bit bigger and repeat the junction with Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond. Stirling & Trossachs Tourist process. In the third year as adults Board, with financial assistance from Forth Valley Enterprise. It forms part of they meet up on the host and mate as a series of 'Footprint' walks guides which now include titles on Loch Lomond this is the easiest place to meet. Mum and the Trossachs. together with the new Breadalbane guide. tick after another five day feast drops off and burrows into the soil where she lays about 2.000 eggs! Well you Each of the guides include handy route descriptions and good quality colour know the rest - off we go again. maps for easy to follow walks and are available now from local tourist informa- tion centres, priced at just £1.99. The little darlings prefer rough ground Local Tourist Board Director, Danny McKirgan said "Research confirms that bracken and forests where they can casual walking is one of the most popular holiday pastimes for visitors to overwinter. They can carry disease Scotland- not to mention local residents. I am sure that both locals and visitors like redwater in cattle, louping ill in will find hours of pleasure in the beautiful Breadalbane countryside using this cattle and sheep, and lymes disease. handy new guide." The tick in its larval form and then as

12 nymph and adult climbs to the top of bracken and grass and waits until an animal passes. Music lovers throughout the area make a Drago D'Aragona Cuzkiera Testaferrata They feel the vibration of the passing note in your diaries of a night not to be LRSMI' for those of you who know their missed in Killin. Friday 5th December. music tutors! In addition to perfor- host, that is dog - sheep - cat or you 1997, when soprano Arleen Barlow of mances in Malta she has performed in and me and drop off for a long lunch. Tyndrum accompanied by pianist Lydia Germany and in Scotland with the A touch of meths or covering the tick Buttigieg of Malta are to present a Amadeus Chamber Choir. Their pro- with vaseline suffocates them and Concert at the McLaren Hall. The gramme for the evening will include makes it easier to get the little devils McLaren High School Orchestra have songs and piano solos, and those lovers of off. I forgot to mention that they bury also agreed to perform and the event is Andrew Lloyd Webber's music will not their little fangs in your skin which being promoted by Killin Drama Club. be disappointed..

Arleen has won the Soprano Trophy at The McLaren High School Orchestra has Music Festivals throughout the north of been in existence for 28 years and with England and has performed with the BBC 35 strings, 10 woodwinds, 10 brass plus Philharmonic Orchestra in Manchester. percussion, regularly performs at school Her career seemed to have ended five and local events throughout the area. The years ago when she was seriously injured orchestra has toured on four occasions, in an accident, but through the encourage- three times to Europe and recently to ment of her many friends in Malta she has Canada, where every aspect of its perfor- regained her confidence and has per- mance was appreciated and applauded. formed a number of concerts in Malta The orchestra will be conducted by the means that you can't brush them off. with her friend Lydia. school's Head of Music. Mr Ian Milligan.

Lydia. a native of Malta, has participated For a sure-fire remedy for this scourge Funds raised from the evening will be in concerts at Maltafest, the Aula Magna donated to the McLaren Hall and to the send £2,000 to Allan Walker, Killin in Valetta and at the Malta Cultural Orchestra. Admission to the one-night News. Feeling itchy?! Institute. She is secretary of the concert will be by ticket only and details European Piano Teacher's Association of ticket price and availability will be AW and has recently studied the harp as a sec- advertised on posters locally. ond instrument. Her list of tutors is extensive and includes one gentleman Gordon Hibbert, Killin Drama Club. with the impressive title Baron Joseph Bridge of Lochay Hotel Killin, Tel: 01567 820272

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13 Safe Schools Programme I would like to thank all the very many Elizabeth Murphy would like to thank kind friends in Killin and district for The first phase of Stirling Council's the people of Killin for the lovely cards £238.000 safe schools programme is cards, fruit and flowers, and for visits in and sympathy extended during the loss under way as new signs are put up in me while 1 was in hospital. A special of her father Robert Rees and for the schools across the Council area. thank-you to Mr and Mrs Thompsell for prayers offered during his illness. Mr bringing me home and a very special and Mrs Rees were frequent visitors to The cost will bo partly funded by a thank you to Paddy McKinnon for look- Killin and were always touched by the Scottish Office Gran! of £178,000. ing after my house. warmth and kindness shown to them Jenny McIntyre. both. Over (he next seven months. 55 schools will get new entry systems with visitor badge schemes, signing-in books better Gladys Farquharson would like to give Morag MacNee would like to give signs and video cameras where needed. her thanks to all these people in the many thanks once again for all help, New electronic access control systems village who did what they could to help support and donations received at the will be installed in the seven secondary her in her relations with Stirling sale held in McLaren Hall on Saturday schools. Council over the continuing location of 30th August where £550 was realised her much appreciated ice-cream trailer. for the Oncology Department R.H.S.C. At the same time, the Council intends to She also wishes to thank the many oth- Edinburgh. begin a series of training sessions for ers who continued to show interest in school staff using training packs on man- her now successful endeavours. It looks aging violence and aggression produced as if we can continue to enjoy her ice- by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust. Jane Stewart would like to thank cream ! everyone for the cards and letters II all follows a safety audit of all 58 received following the death of her sis- schools in the Stirling Council area, ter Bunty (Helen Hall), thanks also to spearheaded by Police Liaison Officers Mr and Mrs Duncan Clark wish to con- those who attended the funeral and Robin Iffla and Gary Lawrie, and the set- vey their sincere thanks for cards and grateful thanks for all donations ting up of Safe School Groups with school messages of good wishes received on received totalling £340 for Killin staff, parents and pupils. the occasion of their Golden Wedding Nursing Service. on 26th June 1997. Pat Kelly who chairs Stirling Council's Children's Committee said. "Every school in the safety audit identified access and unauthorised visitors as the greatest prior- ity. There was an overwhelming concern among school staff and parents at the apparent lack of control over visitors to our schools." Telephone (01567) 820436 "This is just the beginning," said Councillor Kelly. "School security will Sian and Ian remain a high priority for the Council would like to thank all of you because we need to monitor what we have who have supported us over already done and start addressing other the last few months. security issues such as vandalism, graffiti Our opening hours from October throughout winter GRANTS will be as follows:-

LAUNDRY Wednesday - Sunday Full Conked Breakfasts. MAIN STREET. KILLIN 6.00pm - close light snacks, lunch, evening meals, plus Saturday & Sunday lunchtimes Services to Hotels. Guest houses, etc. hot & cold takeaway service Linen for Hire quality homebaking and We will continue to serve our full Most items washed cooking, many special offers menu on these days 'Duvets (feather inc.), Curtains' etc. Quality gifts & trained pictures for sale Open from 10am (7 days) Give us a call for a Laundry Collection please note We will be closed from Main Street. Killin Tel(01567) 820235 or 820744 17th to 30th October Tel: 01567 820314

14 Cantos Mor OBITUARIES Killin

Sir, Sir, Helen Stirling Hall (Bunty) was born in Renfrew but spent her This hideous vandalism! Regarding Dull Lodge Hotel v Killin schooldays in Chryston. Lanarkshire No, I do not refer to litter or graffiti, I Leisure Recreation Club, may I pour a and after a long career in nursing refer to these hideous while bollards little oil on troubled waters. retired to Killin 22 years ago. A being erected at all entrances and exits, member of the Art Group specialis- no matter how big or small, off the trunk In all fairness I can see Mr Wilson of ing in embroidery and craft work. road between Doune and Tyndrum. Dall Lodge's problem, and I must She was also a former member of Think of the cost of this! There can he no admit that the thought of a splintered the Bowling Club, past President of statistical evidence that could justify such glass followed by a football careering the Woman's Guild and Member of a spend. Having been involved in the through the conservatory window Board in Killin Church during the recovery of vehicles from most of the acci- while having my G and T or whatever, 1980's. dents between Callander and Tyndrum does not appeal to me either, so may I over the past 23 years, I cannot think of suggest the following. any occurrence that would not have hap- pened had these bollards been in exis- tence. Erect 3 flagpoles parallel with the Cruachan boundary wall next to Dall Lodge These bollards are a disgusting waste of Hotel, the centre pole being in line Coffee Shop public money when it could be far better with the centre of the conservatory spent elsewhere. and the other 2 poles placed equidis- Lunches. Snacks Travellers on the A85/A84 between tant apart. Before any game com- Farmhouse Cooking - freshly Tyndrum and Stirling will have their mences 2 large nets he raised to the Baked Scones - Fruit Pies & cakes beautiful views of hills and lochs, dis- top of the poles and lowered after- turbed in rapid regularity with over- wards. Those poles would not look 3.5 miles outside Killin enlarged signs, bearing messages for dri- unsightly and could also be used for vers who hopefully will try to keep their flags in such events as the Folk on the 827 Aberfeldy Road eyes on the road at the same time. Festival, Killin Show and Highland Tel: 01567 820700 Games etc. Arguably 3 flags are no Yours. protection against the hammer throw- Jim Cushley, Lix Toll Garage. er entering the Guinness Book of Records, but that is another story.

Regarding Mr David Osier resigning from the committee, I think he should re-consider. He has put a lot of work High Quality Joinery Professionally Undertaken into what we now have, and it would • Private/Domestic Work be a sad loss to the village if he were • Repairs/Maintenance to go. It takes a very special breed of • Extension & Renovations people to communicate with the • Dormer & Velux Windows youth. As for a court case, I don't think it would ever happen. "He who • Quality Joinery Products Standard & Non standard buys property next to a gasometer Supply Any Size and Quantity to Trade or Public must occasionally expect to smell • Timber Windows gas!". If it really came to the crunch • External & Internal Doors & Commercial Projects and a court case was pending, money • Bar Shopfitting Services would be the least of the club's prob- ESTIMATING SERVICE lems. With so much at stake here I Many successful projects undertaken think the people of Killin would come throughout the area to the rescue. It has always been a giving and caring village,

Allan J. Chisholm. Tel: 01887 829556 Burnside, Aberfeldy PHJS 2AU

15 Sir, Dall Lodge Country House Hotel Killin Just who does Mr Wilson think he is? He others with or without children will do the has only been in our village a short time same. I personally will not be sitting back Dear Sir and already he is laying down orders. He to let this man ruin what little there is for knew when he bought Dall Lodge there kids here. was a recreation club next to him: nobody There is an old adage which suggests asked him to buy the hotel. Being a local myself and now a mother, I that any mention in a newspaper, good know what growing up in this village is or bad, is always good for business. Davy Osier and many others have put in a like with nothing to do. If the kids are Having been a resident in Killin since lot of time and effort to get us our hanging around the street people com- my purchase of The Dall Lodge some Pavilion. It took our kids off the street plain. Kids haven't got much of a life seven years ago. I am disappointed to and gave them an interest. Does Mr here, so lets not have an incomer like Mr note that the first mention in the Killin Wilson want to stop that or maybe he Wilson gel his wax. News arises from the sad resignation would rather they all hung about Dal! of Mr Osler from the Killin & District Lodge and then he could keep them Yours etc. Leisure and Recreation Club. Given amused. Johanna MacNee that there were a number of disturbing inaccuracies in Mr Osler's somewhat As a mother in this village. I am prepared lengthy rendering, I feel it would only to fight against Mr Wilson and I hope be fair to the community to respond to his letter to set the record straight and Tralee, Killin. suppression should be tolerated. The report on the factual circumstances Pavilion keeps the children off the rather than employ innuendo, sugges- Sir, streets and could possibly provide bet- tion and conjecture. I am writing in reply to David Osler's ter facilities in the years to come. letter in the last issue of the Killin Unfortunately this may never happen When I first took over the Dall Lodge News. As the mother of two young as long as Mr Wilson controls the use in 1990, the tennis court next door children I have great concern that the of the Pavilion and Courts. was my immediate neighbour. This facilities at the Pavilion and Tennis did not present me with any difficulty Courts have been put under restric- This curtailment wilt inevitably create of any description. In 1992, the Club tion for the summer months. less revenue and therefore less profit applied for Planning approval to which could inhibit projects for the build a new clubhouse and erect I do feel that it is deplorable that the future and could possibly bring the floodlighting for the tennis courts. I children of Killin cannot use the Club to complete closure. It would be had no objection to these new ameni- Pavilion facilities to their full poten- a shame if such an event took place. ties, and felt that they would be of tial during the summer months. It is benefit to the community. When the like dangling a carrot in front of a I hope that there can he more support Planning application was lodged, donkey and then telling the donkey it generated for what David Osler want- there was no mention of football or can't have the carrot. ed for the Club, and more help for the any other sport being played on the present Committee to defend the tennis court. I indeed, have always The local people fought to have the moral rights of the Club. been of the impression that a tennis new Pavilion and I do not think this court is for the playing of tennis, Yours etc., P. Farquharson Mr Osler, in his letter, indicated that the Club "out of goodwill" did not object to the building of our conserva- tory at the hotel in 1992. He was also Secretarial and Office Services J & C McWilliam of the opinion "that tennis balls, foot- Luib, Crianlarch balls etc. would probably hit the con- Telephone 01567 820532 servatory and also that at times there Funeral Directors would he noise and powerful lights • Book keeping and Wages: from the tennis courts". The basis of Computerised and manual 18 - 22 Bank Street any objection to a Planning applica- • Business and Confidential ABERFELDY tion has to be valid, and the question Correspondence Tel: 01887 820436 of "goodwill" or otherwise quite sim- • Reports • CVs ply does not feature. In addition. Mr • Dissertations and Essays Typed Complete Personal Service Osier has failed to point out that the • Desk Top Publishing Lease which the Club currently enjoy Prop. David Gauld from the Local Authority places an All work is carried out obligation upon them to the effect that professionally and confidentially 16 they shall not create a nuisance to the Club would think if one of their access. These difficulties were their neighbours. Mr Osier appears members, on attempting to retrieve a brought to the attention of the to consider that there is nothing unto- ball, fell on or over the LPG tank and Management Committee, in the hope ward in myself and my customers hav- broke a fitting or a pipe, resulting in that they would find the comments ing to put up with tennis bulls and gas leak and ignition culminating in constructive and afford room for footballs entering my property, strik- what could undoubtedly be a fatal improvement, ft is obvious from the ing the conservatory, motor vehicles accident. This is quite apart from the tone of Mr Osler's letter that my in the car park and the like, in addi- damage which would in fact be done approaches have been totally miscon- tion to the noise and, on occasions, to the Hotel and its grounds. strued and, for whatever reason, the bad language coming from those who Committee of the Club do not appear frequent the club's facilities. The There appears to be a complete fail- to welcome criticism of any descrip- erection of the conservatory at my ure on the part of the Committee to tion. Hotel was a completely passive act, consider the consequences of a foot- the erection being for the benefit of ball crashing into any of the glass not only visitors to the area but also windows of the conservatory or the for the benefit of those who would hotel. The noise factor alone when care to frequent the Hotel. this occurs is extremely disturbing Mr Osler, by means of his letter, and does cause elderly and other appears to seeking sympathy from the During the course of the last few guests a considerable amount of community. Seeking that sympathy by years, the Hotel has suffered damage alarm. Perhaps Mr Osler could con- providing statements which are to say from footballs, tennis balls and golf sider how he would feel if he was the least, in many areas completely balls flying into the grounds, hitting relaxing in our conservatory when an misleading, and by making efforts to windows, gutters and cars parking in incident of this nature occurred. It is, arouse passion and emotion whilst our car park. As a result of these indeed, crass to suggest that an aerial ignoring factors such as nuisance, many intrusions. I was left with little bombardment of footballs, tennis balls disturbance, damage and the risk to choice but to complain to the and the ;ike is anything less than a public safety is not conducive to good Committee of the Club in an effort to considerable nuisance. The neighbourly relations. Perhaps a resolve the problems amicably. I Committee in one letter actually used more proper course of action would attempted to arrange meetings and the word "missiles". have been to meet face to face, sit suggested to the Club that they should down and take positive steps to perhaps re-position the goals, fit net- Regrettably, despite the fact that these resolve what are undoubted difficul- ting etc. However, the Committee of many incidents have been brought to ties. I hold out an olive branch to the Club did not choose to act on any the attention of the Committee of the those who remain on the Committee in of my suggestions to limit the damage Club over a considerable period of the hope that some constructive to my property and reduce the nui- time, they tend to consider any efforts may now be made to resolve sance factors which were being expe- requests made by me to be unreason- the situation. rienced. A committee member even able. Can someone please explain to suggested that I should prove that the me why this should be? Sports facilities should be enjoyed by balls were coming from those who participants of all ages, and the fact were using the facilities of the Club. Mr Osier then raises the subject of my that these facilities exist on the an extremely naive act at its simplest. "advising guests not to use the facili- doorstep of the community is. indeed ties at Killin, but rather to travel to a bonus. The facilities, however, Contrary to Mr Osler's suggestion Aberfeldy for its facilities". There is should not be used or abused in such that there appears to be some restric- one simple explanation as to why this a manner as to cause nuisance to tion on Club members entering the occurred. During one Bank Holiday neighbours, and I sincerely feel that grounds of the Hotel to retrieve balls, last year. I tried to make a booking for matters could be resolved in an adult I advised the Club at the only meeting the tennis court for guests. I was told fashion if those who remain on the ever arranged that Club members that they key to the tennis court could Committee were to meet and discuss should not climb over the wall or not be located. I had no other option matters with me. through the fence, damaging shrubs, but to advise the guest to go to trees, flowers etc. and that they should Aberfeldy and indeed, could provide Yours etc. use the normal means of entry from the guests with discount tickets which David R. Wilson the driveway into the Hotel. One pop- had been provided to me by those who ular shortcut used by those entering operate the facilities in Aberfeldy. On the Hotel grounds was to step on and another occasion, we have a con- jump from the LPG tank which, as firmed booking for a guest to use the anyone with common sense would tennis court, and the guest was told on appreciate, it extremely dangerous. I arrival at the court that it was double- cannot imagine what the committee of booked and the guest was denied

17 Killin Gun Club Killin and Shoot Results 20th July, 1997. 50 Bird Open Shoot, Sunday 10th DTL - August. Ardeonaig Guild Class A. 81 guns turned out on a fine warm 1. G. Coyne - 74. 2. G. Ross & H. sunny day. Sponsors for the shoot were The ladies of the Craft Group would Campbell - 60. A.B. Services. Killin and McBeth, like to thank everyone who worked so Class B. Butchers, Forres. hard and those who gave so generous- 1. R. Mills -58. 2. Jas. Sinclair-57. Winners on the day were: ly for their coffee morning on the 30th 3. J. McKay - 54. High Pheasant - July, when the grand total of £853. Class C. 1. J. McPhilips. 2. B. Bolton. was raised for Church Funds. 1. I Fullerton - 67. 2. E. Paterson - 52. Driven Grouse - 3. R. Lewis - 48. 1. J. Wight. 2. J. McPhilips. The Craft Group resumes on Tuesday Walk-up Grouse - 14th October in the Church Hall at Sporting - 1. H. Johnston. 2. J. Anderson. 10am. A very warm welcome will be Class A. 1. G. Coyne - 66. 2. H. Pigeon-Woodcock - given to anyone in the village and Campbell - 63. 3 eq. R. McCairns & G. 1. H. Johnston. 2. D. Robertson. district who would like to join us. Ross - 60 Duck & Teal - 1. D. Lyall. Class B. 1. B.Stavely-63. 2. J. McKay Ladies High Gun - G. Wight - 36. - 60. 3. S. Christie - 57. High Gun Open - J. McPhilips - 46. The Guild Quilters Group resumes on Class C. 1.R. Gibb-60. High Gun Local - J. Sinclair - 39. Wednesday 1 st October in the Church 2. D. Stewart - 54. 3. E. Paterson - 51. High Gun Club - J. Sinclair - 39. Hall at 2 pm. Again a very warm Continuation - J. Wight. welcome will be given to anyone who High Gun - G. Coyne - 140 pts. Bolting Fox - S. Brown. is interested in quilting. G.D. Coe - Secretary, K G.C. The Guild have their Dedication Service in the Church on Sunday 14th Killin and District Sports Killin Golf Club September at 10 am. and Leisure Club Their first meeting will be held in the Gents Open 1997 Church Hall on Thursday 18th September at 7.30 pm when Rev. John Scratch - Lincoln will tell stories from the 1. G. Smith-Killin-65. North with Musical Items. 2. S. Sutherland - Taymouth - 67. 3. C.Spiers-Dunkeld-71BIH. The Guild is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month when there are Handicap 0 -14 speakers telling us of their experi- 1. A. Hill - Taynuilt - 62 BIH. ences as a prison visitor, traidcraft. 2. G. March- Killin - 62 BIH. home mission etc. We also have a 3. M. Craig - UAE. Dubai - 62 BIH. Christmas Musical Evening. We are a small but very active group of ladies Handicap - 15 -28 and would be delighted to welcome 1. S. MacLennan - Glencruitten - 64. anyone who is interested in the work 2. J. MacCallum- Killin - 65. of the Church. 3. G. Crockett - Killin - 66 BIH.

Killin Open Trophy - Photo: buck - Timothy McColl, Ross Mallinson, Louise Webb, Scott Hunter G. Smith - Killin. S. CARMICHAEL front - Michael Webb, Euan MacKenzie Best Nett Trophy - A. Hill - Taynuilt. & SONS LTD Monument Road. Comrie Winners of Junior Competitions - Tel: (01764) 670415 Fax: 670449 Tennis 10 - 12 years - Timothy P.S. We are also pleased to record that McColl. 13 -16 years - Louise Webb. one of our ex-captains - and a senior Joiners - Builders to boot - Alf Muller, brilliantly got "a Putting 10-12 years - Michael Webb. Slaters - Plasterers 13 - 16 years - Scott Hunter. hole in one" at the second. If you didn't get a drink from Alt' at the time Members of: Bowling - Mary Cameron Trophy - as most of us did. it's too late now! NHBC & SBEF Euan MacKenzie. Runner-up - Ross Well done Alf! Work undertaken throughout Perthshire Mallinson. and neighbouring counties

18 Killin S.W.R.I. Killin Breadalbane Angling Club

We would like to invite you to join us at The 1997 season is drawing to a close and Our trip to Loch Lomond took place on our monthly meetings held in the Lesser the usual mixed bag of tales can be cast 23rd August when some 17 of our mem- McLaren Hall on the first Thursday of into memories. It has been Ian Downie's bers set off for Loch Lomond for a day's each month at 7.30 pm. (October to April) year, retaining the Club Championship, fishing, hopefully for salmon. We were winning the Peter Ross, the heaviest fish welcomed by the Vale of Leven Club and We have a varied programme, with invit- and bag cups and is leading in the salmon assigned to the various boats, all managed ed speakers covering topics such as cook- trophies as well. Angus McLennan by experienced Loch Lomond Ghillies! ery, arts and crafts, health and beauty, stopped Ian's run by winning the handi- The day passed happily with many fishing travel and topical issues that members cap cup. The last trophy is the 'Awa Cup' stories being exchanged. Lunch was had may be interested in. at North Third with John Scougall defend- on the island of Inchmurrin where a splen- ing. I would remind members that any did barbecue awaited us with associated In addition, we entertain the schoolchild- motions for discussion on the 10th refreshment. (Please note there is no truth ren for their Christmas party, support the November should be put in writing to the in the story that optics were nailed to the Scottish War Blinded (annual whist drive) secretary two weeks prior to the meeting. trees). After a goodly and refreshing and hold various fund raising events for lunch we all made our way back to the specified charities. Not forgetting our- Thanks are due to Jack Scougall, George boats. selves, we hold an annual January birth- Main, Steve Bergin and Sid Haydock. for day party and time an outing each May. assisting Peter Anderson at the Angling The final result of a day spent in lovely (theatre, meal, any suggestions) Corner during the Highland Games. weather on the beautiful loch was that one George won the club salmon casting com- boat ghillied by the champion. Danny For a total of £5.50 annual membership petition on the day with Sid second. Shaw, landed 5 pike weighing 30 lbs. No and 50p per meeting including a cup of George also took charge of the junior salmon!. The Killin members who won tea, we feel that it is tremendous value for casting section with such expertise that the bottle of whisky from the V.L.A.C. an informative entertaining evening spent his photo appeared in one of the promi- were Ian Downie, George Main and among friends. nent weekly newspapers. Fame at last! Sinclair Aitken. Danny of course won our bottle for being the best ghillie of the Looking forward to seeing you at our The Club purchased a new boat for check- day. October meeting, ing up on anglers fishing without permits, Liz Lambert - President. and this is in the capable hands of Neil The day ended with a fine buffet at the Bunty MacGregor - Secretary Cairns and Ian Downie, so look out! splendid club premises of the V.L.A.C. They intend to make a substantial return The Brownies on our investment. Post post script: We should record the fact that one of our members had an unex- At the Killin Show the Brownies managed Assistance will be required !o take the pected swim in the Loch, It was a some- to raise £70. with their rattle. We would boats off the water for the winter, and what sobering experience as the water like to thank everyone for their help and carry out repairs and painting, so take was cold. But he survived to tell the tale support. note many hands make light work. and was none the worse for the dip!

Although the Brownies have by now got Postscript: The visit to Vale of Leven started again, if anyone still wants to join, Angling Club, Loch Lomond. aged about 7. please come along to the As all the Angling Club members will Mothers & Toddlers Report can be Church Hall any Monday night. 6.15 - know there is an annual exchange of vis- found on page 20 7.45. its between the two clubs, (See K.N. July Fiona Mitchell. Issue].

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1. Arbitrator cut short Northern 1. A curious without one is drum, no right for 25 (10) harsh! (7) S. Regret hook? 2. Terror in safe area Don 7 eat the leaves! (7) 3. Some new Christian could 9. Secretary loves heal (5) be? (6) 10. Lunchtime either way (4) 4. To return in people for system 11. Railway? It's for a UK citizen of signs (8) 12. Crustacean could give you this 5. Neuter? Scare off sex anyway (5) 14. An answer to I and 25 (3, 3) 6. By darn! Sweet meat (6, 5) 15. Not a day pupil, not a cusp (6) 7. Cage Eastern portion in measure 18. Catch ten backwards (3) of concord (11) 20. Alone and blue (4) 13. You won't get in here if you've 21. Love glove dump (4) "5'ed"! (4,4) 23. Song in disc back for three (5) 16. Immerse in thousand dearer melt 24. Crib? O no, gaily (3,4) down (7) 25. Piece left bits in ruins for 1 (10) 17. Olympic starters? (6) Solution to last Crossword 19. In this lair there's a backward test (5) Across - 1. Mixed Doubles, 9. Engraving, 10.12. Comet Hale-Bopp, 11. Pennon, 13. 22. Social worker I oppose (4) Ewer, 14. Reversal, 16. Stopcock. 19. Scut 21. Rheostat, 22. Calico, 25. Idaho. 26 . Pointless, 27. Effervescent Editorial Policy Down - 2. Ingenue. 3. Erato. 4. Dais. 5. Up-graded, 6. Loch Ewe, 7. Symbols. 8. Stipulations, 9. Express train. 15. Scrapper. 17. Operate, 18. Cast off, 20. Crimean 23. Attic, 24. Time The Killin news is a free community newspaper produced and distributed every two months by volunteers to Some Results from the households and business in Killin and Killin Mothers District. The aim of those involved is to Agricultural Show and Toddlers produce an informative, accurate and entertainment journal for those who live, work and visit in this area. Letters and Sheep: Judge - Mr W. McKinnon. Following the AGM on 13 August 1997 articles published in the newspaper do Champion came from Glentarken the new committee members are: not necessarily reflect the views of the (R.J.McLarty). Reserve from Braes of Production Committee and the Editors Ardeonaig (Mr J. Taylor). Chairperson: Elaine Turner reserve the right to shorten, edit, or not Commercial Cattle: Treasurer: Lorraine Pritchard publish, any particular article or letter Judge - Ms McLarty (Oban). Secretary: Julie Rhys Contributions will only be published it Champion Limoussin Calf (Chesthill, Committee: Susan McRobbie accompanied by a contact name and Glenlyon). address. Highest Number of Points: Shenlarich Toddlers meet every Friday from 9.30 to (R McDiarmid & Co.) 11.30 am in the Church Hall except on the Should you wish to make a donation or Reserve Champion from Shenlarich. first Friday of the month when we meet in have any suggestions on how to improve Highland Cattle: Judge : J. Redpath, the Nursery building. We welcome babies the Killin News, please feel free to get in Knowehead Farm, Alyth. as well as toddlers to come along, bring touch with the Editor or any member of Champion from Mr and Mrs Lacey, mum or dad and meet others in the group. the Production Committee. Lawers Farm. We provide a wide range of toys, jigsaws and books for the kids and tea or coffee Other Results: W.R.I. - Ardeonaig. Hill for the parents, in hopefully an informal Race - P. Kennedy, Ft. William. Floral Art and friendly atmosphere. Just turn up at KILLIN NEWS - Mrs H. Taylor, Braes of Ardeonaig. any time throughout the session or if you Production Committee Handcraft - Pat Christie. Home Craft - would like to know more then contact Sinclair Aitken Editor Mrs J. Higgins. Vegetable and Flower - Julie Rhys on 01567 820 753. Fiona Inglis Asst. Editor Mr Len Fenton. Girls Cup - Siobhan Julia Thornton Treasurer Anderson. Boys Cup - Robert Brown. Judy Forster Sec. & Advents Baking Cup - Bunty MacGregor. Bonny WANTED Baby - Franceses Wilkes, Swindon. Kind owner to cat-sit if owner is away for Linda Fitzgerald Secretary a weekend. It would entail moving into David Main, Angus Inglis, Allan Walker. the cat's house, centrallyheated! fridge FOR SALE and Kay Riddell. and freezer would be left full! cat's don't Address: Two pairs lined Sanderson gold design care if their owner is young or old! Catcall Glebe Cottage. Main Street. Killin curtains. Drop 48 inches. £20. Ring - 820298 Telephone 820358 820298.

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