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June 2025 Issue 46
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CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE
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We’re reviewing how we provide customer service to ensure we are meeting your needs. Let us know how we can serve you better by taking part in an upcoming focus group. • July 12, 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Coldstream Fire Hall Building Permits & the Planning Process • July 12, 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Komoka Wellness Centre Booking Parks & Recreation Facilities • July 13, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Virtual/Online Building Permits & the Planning Process • July 13, 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Virtual/Online General Customer Service To register, visit middlesexcentre.ca/cs-review or call 519-666-0190. be taken to Middlesex Centre’s EnviroDepots. The depots are open on Saturdays from April to November, from 9 am to 1 pm. There are two locations: • 23053 Denfield Road – accepts yard waste, e-waste, tires (off rims), recycling, construction waste, appliances, bulky items, household waste • 10191 Longwoods Road – accepts yard waste, e-waste, tires (off rims), recycling Yard waste, e-waste, tires, and recyclables are free to dispose. A small fee applies to other items (debit card only). Household Hazardous Waste: Chemicals, batteries, medi- cation, propane tanks, and other hazardous materials need to be disposed of safely to protect our water and environment. Middlesex Centre residents can drop off hazardous household waste free of charge at the City of London’s Household Special Waste Depot. Learn more at middlesexcentre.ca/waste. Helping out in your Community
Middlesex Centre – Municipal Minute Waste & Recycling in Middlesex Centre Recycling – What Goes Where?
HAVE YOUR SAY Confused about whether an item is recyclable or not? Just because something is made of paper, metal, plastic, or glass doesn’t mean it is recyclable. To learn what you can recycle in your wheelie bin: • See the acceptable recyclables list on the municipal website. Copies can be requested from the office. • Check Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA)’s material guide at bra.org/material-guide. • Download the Recycle Coach app for item-specific guidance and collection reminders. Proper recycling reduces contamination of the recycling stream, keeps recycling plant workers safe, and helps keep costs low. While we are talking about waste, here are some frequently asked questions that come into the municipal office. Missed Collection: BRA provides residential curbside waste and recycling pick-up in Middlesex Centre. Report missed collections to BRA at bra.org/contact or 519-228-6678. To avoid missed collections, ensure your bins are at the curb by 7 am on your collection day. Bin Repairs: Please contact BRA directly (see above). Waste Depots: Yard waste, construction waste, old electronics, and many other materials that can’t go in your wheelie bin can
Recreation Leaders: Middlesex Centre’s recreation programs are growing, and we are looking for leaders to run new activities. If you have a skill or idea for a program you’d like to lead, we’d love to hear from you! Learn more at middlesexcentre.ca/rec- leaders or call 519-601-8022 ext. 5106. Water Testing Volunteers : We are looking for residents who receive municipal water to take part in routine testing for lead in the municipality’s drinking water system. The test takes about five minutes and uses less than five litres of water. Email publicworks@ middlesexcentre.ca or call 519-666-0190 to participate.
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Message from the Mayor With two years left in our municipal election cycle, the recent provincial and federal elections have given us clarity on who we will be working with as we continue to implement our strategic plan. Having said this, as you well know, there is a great deal of uncertainty around the globe, and the future is likely to be challenging!
Aina DeViet, Mayor 519.666.0190 x 5234 deviet@middlesexcentre.ca www.middlesexcentre.ca The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), which supports municipal governments across the province, has researched the potential impacts of tariffs on Ontario’s economy and identified areas of cost increases we are likely to face in our municipalities. Typically, the largest category of municipal spending relates to capital projects – including, for example, infrastructure like roads, bridges, and municipal buildings – which require construction equipment and materials. “AMO estimates that tariffs will lead to a 2.1% increase in Ontario municipalities’ planned capital expenditure program, translating to an estimated $1.04 billion in increased costs over the next two years” (AMO website). This work to understand how tariffs will impact municipalities is happening at the same time as AMO advocates for the financial resources needed to help municipalities manage these new challenges. This year, Middlesex Centre’s budget for capital projects is $29.6 million. This includes everything from completing upgrades to the Ilderton Arena ($3.5 million) to connecting the community of Melrose to the Lake Huron Primary Water Supply System ($3.1 million) to preparing for improvements to stormwater management in Komoka ($2.7 million). The municipality prepares for these projects through multi-year budget forecasts and its long-range financial plan. Staff are already reviewing the possible effects of tariffs on our budget and what it might mean for future infrastructure projects. We also need to keep in mind the importance of maintaining our infrastructure. As outlined in our budget document, the positive relationship between improving municipal infrastructure and attracting businesses and residents, boosting the local economy, and bringing residents together is clear. On a lighter note, the days are noticeably warmer and longer, and our local and seasonal activities are getting underway! The Ilderton Market opens on June 7th, the annual Poplar Hill Picnic will take place on June 14th, Father’s Day on June 15th and National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21st. Take time to engage in learning, meet with your neighbours and friends, and celebrate with your family! Until next time,
Summer Flowers at Floral Temptations Ilderton and Area Villager Issue #46 June 2025 Your local community connector The 100% locally owned and produced Ilderton and Area Villager is published ten times a year with thousands delivered free to area residences, set out at local venues, and posted online at www.villagerpublications.com Publisher: Barb Botten P.O. Box 134, Lambeth Station Ontario N6P 1P9 Barb@villagerpublications.com 519-282-7262 Managing Editor & Advertising: Tami Martin Tami@villagerpublications.com 519-851-0961 All articles written by Tami Martin unless otherwise noted. Graphic Artist: Cathy Wood Copyright @ 2015 Villager Publications. All rights reserved. This magazine or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the Publisher. Information presented has been compiled from sources believed to be accurate at the time of printing however the Publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
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Ilderton Farmers Market: A Community Hub for Local Produce The Ilderton Farmers Market is celebrating 13 years, and it has become a beloved fixture in this wonderful community. It brings together local farmers, artisans, and food enthusiasts every Saturday morning from June through October every year. Located in the heart of Middlesex County, this market has evolved from its humble beginnings into an essential weekend destination for residents seeking fresh, locally sourced products. Starting in 2012, a small group of local farmers initiated the Ilderton Farmers Market, which initially featured just seven vendors. Today, it hosts over thirty regular vendors, and last summer relocated to the more spacious Community Bible Church parking lot, located at 100 Meadowcreek Drive, to accommodate the growing number of visitors who attend the market each weekend. The market offers an impressive variety of seasonal produce, from spring asparagus and strawberries to fall squash and apples. Beyond produce, shoppers can find fresh-baked goods, locally raised meats, preserves, and handcrafted items. Several prepared food vendors also provide breakfast and lunch options, encouraging visitors to linger and socialize. What makes the Ilderton Farmers Market special is its diverse array of offerings, which reflect the region’s bounty. The market is constantly looking for new and exciting vendors who bring their unique flavour to this vibrant community hub. This welcoming approach ensures that visitors experience a continually evolving selection while directly supporting area farmers and craftspeople.
It has undergone a minor rebranding and is now under the management of Ilderton resident Emilio Barbero. Community involvement remains central to the market’s identity. This year, the market will be complemented by unique workshops and programs specifically designed to enhance community connections. These new initiatives will join the market’s monthly themes, highlighting seasonal harvests and local traditions. As the Ilderton Farmers Market celebrates over 13 years of operation, its impact extends beyond providing access to fresh food. It has strengthened social connections within the community, preserved agricultural traditions, and created economic opportunities for small-scale producers. In an era of corporate agriculture and disconnection from food sources, this market represents a vital link between consumers and local food systems. For visitors and newcomers to the area, the Ilderton Farmers
Market runs from 9:00 am until noon every Saturday from June 7 to October 11, rain or shine, offering a genuine taste of what makes this rural Ontario community special.
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Twenty Years of Compassionate Care: Ilderton Pet Hospital Celebrates Milestone Anniversary by Pamma Hubbert On April 26, 2025, the Ilderton Pet Hospital (IPH) celebrated its 20th anniversary—a milestone that marks two decades of compassionate care, community connection, and growth. Fittingly, the celebration fell on World Veterinary Day. Founded in 2005 by Dr. Kim Anderka and Dr. Christina Douthwaite, the practice opened its doors at 125 King Street in a renovated space that once housed a barber shop and travel agency. Since then, it has transformed from a small, two-person team into a thriving 22-person family serving Ilderton and the surrounding communities with high-quality veterinary care. “We’re so grateful for the trust the community has placed in us,” said Kim. “When we started out, our vision was simple— quality, compassionate care in a small-town setting. We’ve grown so much, but that heart hasn’t changed.” In 2020, IPH expanded into a brand-new facility on its original site, offering greater accessibility and advanced equipment to better serve its growing client base. But for Kim and the team, the soul of the hospital remains in its people—staff, clients, and, of course, pets. “Our team is the backbone of what we do,” said Christina. “Their kindness, creativity, and commitment are why we’re still here twenty years later.” As part of the celebration, IPH made two $500 donations, one to the Ilderton Lions Club and one to the Optimist Club of Ilderton, to thank the community for its unwavering support. They also partnered with the Invisible Fence Project Breathe to donate pet
oxygen masks to all five Middlesex Centre fire stations, helping ensure animals can receive life-saving care during fire rescues. “We’re proud to give back,” said Kim. “This community welcomed us with open arms, and it’s an honour to support the people and pets who’ve been with us on this journey.” Mayor Aina DeViet joined the team for a special cheque presentation to recognize the milestone. A memory wall of beloved pets and a weeklong celebration with treats, raffles, and throwback photos rounded out the festivities. From humble beginnings to a cornerstone of local veterinary care, Ilderton Pet Hospital remains—twenty years strong—a place where pets are family. Above: Christina, Mayor Aina and Kim. Below: cheque presentation to the Ilderton Lions Club and Ilderton Optimists (left) and local fire station personnel accept pet oxygen mask donations (right).
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Pets of the Month – Bonnie and Candi, sisters from Ailsa Craig We all love our pets, big or small. Send in their photo to make them known to all. Email your photo and a brief description of your family pet to tami@villagerpublications.com. Below are some handy tips from your local vet. Bonnie is a 17-year-old Calico who is very affectionate and loves to have her chin rubbed when snuggling up to us as we watch TV. She may be old, but she sure can run fast when she hears the treat bag being opened! Candi is a 12-year-old Blue Point Siamese who still thinks she is a kitten and loves to run around the house and play with anything and everything she can find. Her favourite place to sleep is curled up on my pillow at night, right beside my face. They have a large basket of toys but prefer to play with hair scrunchies and crumpled-up pieces of paper. Both are indoor cats, but Candi loves to be outdoors, so we bought her a Parasites – A Closer Look (Part 2) by Dr. Christina Douthwaite DVM In Part 2 of our parasite series, we focus on internal parasites, which include worms (such as roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, and heartworms) and protozoan species (such as Coccidia and Giardia). Heartworm disease is a blood parasite that is transmitted by mosquitoes between June 1 and November 1 in Ontario. Heartworm larva is deposited during a mosquito’s blood meal and matures into an adult worm in the heart. Heartworm can lead to symptoms such as coughing, exercise intolerance and weight loss. In some cases, the pet may be asymptomatic until the damage to the heart has been done. Prevention is key as it can be a very expensive, difficult and risky parasitic infection to treat. Roundworms and hookworms are intestinal parasites that are highly transmissible to people and other pets through contact with contaminated feces. In addition, the larvae of these parasites can persist in soil for years and serve as another route of infection. Whipworm, Coccidia and Giardia are other intestinal parasites that can pose a threat to your pet. An emerging parasite of significant concern is a very small tapeworm called Echinococcus. Infective eggs are shed in the stool of foxes and coyotes. Rodents then ingest these eggs from the environment and develop cysts in their tissue. This
harness and we take her for walks, on a very long leash, so she can chase after butterflies and fallen leaves. Bonnie prefers to
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intestinal parasite can infect pets and people in two different ways: either by ingesting the rodent or by ingesting the infective eggs. Depending on what is ingested, this parasite either develops into an intestinal infection with active shedding of eggs or an incurable liver disease, leading to destruction of the liver tissue from the tapeworm cysts. If your pet is a hunter or unattended outside, parasite prevention for this specific tapeworm parasite is highly recommended to protect both your pet and the humans they share their home with. Simple prevention strategies include regular fecal examinations and picking up your pet’s stool from the yard regularly to prevent larval infestation of the soil. Selecting the right parasite prevention medication for your pet is important to ensure that they are covered for the environmental risks that their lifestyle exposes them to. There is no “one size fits all” prevention for every cat or dog. We encourage you to have a conversation with your veterinarian to determine the best plan for your pet based on their lifestyle. Visit wormsandgermsblog.com or petsandparasites.org for more information about parasites.
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What’s new at IAS Fairbook Cover Art Contest
IAS Annual Beef BBQ Picnic The IAS Annual Beef BBQ Picnic is scheduled for June 12th, 2025, from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Ilderton Fairgrounds, 195 King Street. The delicious home-style dinner includes roast beef, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw, bun, and brownie sundae! The event includes a live and silent auction, and the 2025 Fairbook with Andie Faulkner’s winning drawing on the cover will also be available. Get your tickets at Floral Temptations, 13236 Ilderton Road, or on the BBQ ticket sales website: ildertonagsociety.square.site. Tickets are $25.00 each for adults age 12 and older, $10.00 each for children age 6 to 12, and are FREE for children five and under. For more information on the Ilderton Fair, visit ildertonfair.ca
The Ilderton Agricultural Society (IAS) recently held an artwork contest inviting participants, ages 5 to 18 years old, to design a cover for their 2025 Fairbook. The cover was to include ‘Ilderton Fall Fair’, the Fair dates (September 26 – 28th, 2025) and tagline ‘Since 1851’, produced in any medium and submitted to Floral Temptations by April 5th. The contest will be a new Ilderton Fair entry class showcased in the 2025 Fairbook! The winner, 14-year-old Andie Faulkner, received a $25 gift card for Proof Line Farm at 14247 Ilderton Road, and will have her artwork featured on the IAS Fairbook cover and on the IAS website. Congratulations Andie!
Andie Faulkner and her winning artwork for the 2025 Ilderton Fair Fairbook.
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Councillor’s Corner by Jean Coles Ward 1 Councillor, Municipality of Middlesex Centre Coles@middlesexcentre.ca Slowing Down for Safety: Tackling Speeding with Vision Zero Traffic safety is a growing concern in
Ilderton. As more families settle in our community, traffic vol- umes—and speeds—are on the rise. In response, the Municipality of Middlesex Centre is taking proactive steps through traffic calming initiatives and the Vision Zero framework. Vision Zero is a global road safety movement built on a powerful belief: no loss of life on our roads is acceptable. It shifts the focus from individual driver behaviour to a systems-based approach emphasizing safer road design, speed management, enforcement, and education. One of the most effective tools is traffic calming. Measures like speed humps or narrowed lanes consistently reduce vehicle speeds to at or below posted limits. These interventions help protect everyone—drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Why does this matter? Speeding isn’t just a nuisance—it significantly increases the severity of collisions. A pedestrian hit at 50 km/h is five times more likely to die than one struck at 30 km/h. Slowing down saves lives.
With summer approaching, you may see portable speed radar units around town. These raise awareness and collect data to inform future safety efforts. If you’re concerned about speeding in your neighbourhood, you can request a radar unit by con- tacting Middlesex Centre at publicworks@middlesexcentre.ca or 519-666-0190. For enforcement concerns, contact the Mid- dlesex OPP non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122, or use their Online Reporting System to report traffic complaints. Together, we can make Ilderton’s streets safer—one slower car at a time. Until next time, stay engaged and connected. I hope to see you on the Ilderton Rail Trail or at the Ilderton Farmers Market!
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The Jury Family – How They Saved History (Part 2) by Carol Small – Middlesex Centre Archives In 1916, Wilfrid Jury married Ether May Bolton (1894-1983). They later divorced. In 1948, Wilfrid married Elsie McLeod Murray (1910-1993). Elsie was a historian and reference librarian at Western University in London, Ontario. Elsie, who had degrees in English, History and Library Science, helped Wilfrid with much of his work, and they made an extremely effective team. Wilfrid had no children. While in the Sanitorium, Wilfrid studied Indigenous culture and archaeological techniques to refine the excavation methods his father had used. Wilfrid and Amos systematically searched many sites over a large area, excavated many, and collected and catalogued the artifacts before adding them to Amos’ already large collection. For many years, Amos had set up a display at Western Fair. When speaking with fairgoers, he learned of new sites to explore. Dr. Sherwood Fox, Western University President, persuaded the Jurys to house their collection at the University. Their collection of over 5000 items established The University of Western Ontario Museum and were moved there in 1926, even though the Museum was not formally established until 1934. Wilfrid was appointed Curator, and Amos, Honourary Curator. Eleven years after his appointment, at the age of 54, Wilfrid received his first academic credential when the University of Montreal granted him a doctorate in literature. In 1970, he received an honourary doctorate from Western University.
[AJ100.006] Wilf and Amos Jury, courtesy of the Museum of Ontario Archaeology.
Wilfrid also excavated the Military and Naval Establishment at Penetanguishene and supervised its reconstruction. Next, he turned his attention to a local project, the construction of Fanshawe Pioneer Village. The Jurys’ large collection of artifacts, the Jury home and the Alder Weaver Shop were incorporated into the Village. Wilfrid’s last project was to participate in the establishment of the Museum of Indian Archaeology (now named the Museum of Ontario Archaeology) housed in the Lawson-Jury Building at the Lawson Site on Wonderland Road North in London. The natural inquisitiveness of Amos and Wilfrid Jury about their own environment and what had transpired there over the centuries led to a greater understanding of our heritage. From humble beginnings, their contributions to that understanding are phenomenal and remarkable. As you drive down Jury Road, take a drive past Wilfrid Jury School, or visit one the historic sites or museums including Fanshawe Pioneer Village, Museum of Indian Archaeology, Saint Marie Among the Hurons, or Penetanguishene Naval Harbour on Jury Drive, and think about these two Middlesex Centre visionaries who followed their passions and dreams. We and future generations are grateful to them.
With Wilfrid’s growing repu- tation and the support of Western University, the Jesuit Order asked him to locate the sites of St. Ignace, St. Marie and St. Louis. From 1947- 1952, Wilfrid directed the excavation of the site, which is documented in the book Wilfrid and Elsie wrote, Saint Marie Among the Hurons . In 1963, the Government of
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Ontario granted funding for the reconstruction of the site. Working with Western University, this project took another five years to complete. In 1965, Wilfrid toured France, studying historic buildings to discover their structure. Stories are told of Wilfrid scrambling over rafters to find all the details in order to accurately reproduce them. Imagine the horror of the people watching this senior clambering over rafters at such heights! Wilfrid’s research took him to Rome. Today, in Midland, Ontario, the reconstructed fort of St. Marie Among the Hurons and the Indigenous village stand. International accolades, a Papal Blessing and two audiences with Popes for his great service to the Roman Catholic Church resulted. Pope Pius XII sent a Papal Blessing to Wilfrid in 1946 for his work at St. Ignace, and in 1954, arranged to have a message sent to Wilfrid and Elsie to say he had received and read their book on Sainte-Marie. His papal audiences were with Pope Pius XII and, in 1967, with Pope Paul VI. After his audience, Wilfrid brought back, for all the workers at the site, holy medals which the Pope had blessed. Wilfrid mused, “For a Baptist farm boy who did not go beyond Grade 8”, the honours were of great satisfaction.
[AJ100.010] Amos Jury carving models, courtesy of the Museum of Ontario Archaeology.
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Ilderton And District Lions Club, Lion Lloyd McNaughton Scholarship Award The Ilderton and District Lions Club has provided an annual award, administered by the Thames Valley Education Foundation and Medway High School, to a deserving Medway High School student since 1986. In 2017, the club approved an increase from $300 to $500. In 2022, Lion Lloyd McNaughton contributed $15,000 to ensure the continuous awarding of $500. In 2023, Lion Lloyd provided another contribution of $10,000. Recently, Lion Lloyd McNaughton graciously donated an additional $50,000 to be used for the continued maintenance of the Medway High School Scholarship. This award will be increased to $1500, effective with the 2025 graduation! This scholarship is awarded to the graduating student who shows betterment of the school and/or community in which they reside, achieves excellence in good citizenship, and community involvement, contributes to their school community and resides in Middlesex County! The club can’t wait to hear who the lucky recipient is this year!
Ilderton & District Lions Club – Makes a Difference! On April 30, 2025, the Ilderton & District Lions Club donated a sum of $500 to the Middlesex County Library summer reading program. Donations like this make this program accessible to the community at no cost. And it’s for EVERYONE!!
Above: President Lion Joe Szabo, Karen Donaldson from the Middlesex County Library and Lion Dave Saltes. Learn more about the Ilderton and District Lions Club at ildertonlions.org and by following them on Facebook.
Visit our gift shop featuring handmade cards, and work from local artisans. (2nd Tuesday of the month), Knit and Knatter (1st Tuesday of the month), YACAC – youth programming. Check the calendar on our website! UPCOMING CLASSES : Learn to Weave, Learn to Draw, Leather Dog Collar, Leash or Belt, and Kids Summer Camp! EXHIBITS: May 10 – June 19 “Ancient Roots: Beauty in the Broken” with artist Jane Wright. June 21 – July 31 “Moments in Time” featuring the work of the late David Gillies. MONTHLY GROUPS: Writing Group, Book Club, Water Colour Group (Monday mornings), Card Making 160D Main Street, Ailsa Craig. Open 1 – 4 pm every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Art by David Gillies
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English, ‘Here’s to You!’ by John Caverhill
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To advertise here, please contact Tami@villagerpublications.com According to The Story of English , which was published in 1986, the average English-speaking person has a vocabulary of 15000 words. William Shakespeare, writing in the late 1500s, had a huge vocabulary of 30000 words. His plays are noted for their colourful figures of speech and playful use of soundalike words with different meanings. Some of his sayings still survive in our everyday speech – ‘More in sorrow, than in anger,’ for example, or ‘Though this be madness, there is method in it.’ Language changes with technology. Up until around 1960, one went to the wall-mounted ‘telephone’, lifted the receiver, and listened to hear if the ‘partyline’ was clear. One then turned the crank to contact ‘Central’ to give the desired number, or turned the crank to produce a series of short and long rings, i.e., ‘two longs and two shorts’, to directly contact your neighbour on the partyline. That phone was replaced by the ‘cradle phone’ and This wide variety of words from other languages has created the bewildering diversity of pronunciations and meanings of words with similar spelling patterns or different letter combinations giving the same sound. For example, there are 13 different spelling variations of the ‘sh’ sound: shoe, sugar, issue, mansion, mission, nation, suspicion, ocean, conscious, chaperone, schist, fuchsia, and pshaw. English also has many words with the same general meaning. From the Oxford Dictionary, here is a partial list of meanings for the verb ‘run’: race, sprint, jog, trot, dash, hustle, hasten, hurry, hie, scamper, scurry, rush, and speed. The following verse illustrates another problem for newcomers learning English; the problem of similar spelling patterns having different pronunciations. “Beware of heard, a dreadful word The English language has a vocabulary of over 500000 words, and this doesn’t include many scientific and technological terms. New words are being constantly added and old unused words are dropped. As a result, English remains up-to- date and vibrant and has become the favoured language of commerce around the world. The famous American journalist H. L. Mencken wrote, “A living language is like a man suffering incessantly from small hemorrhages and what it needs above all is constant transactions of new blood from other tongues. The day the gates go up, that day it begins to die.” I have always enjoyed English in both written and spoken form but it was only when I started to write these monthly missives that I came to appreciate what a wonderful communication tool the English language is. I am indebted to an excellent book, The Story of the English Language (McCrumb, Cran, MacNeil) for much of the following. Because of its multiple origins, English is unique in both flexibility and adaptability. It originated from three Germanic tribes; the Angles, the Saxons, and the Jutes. Now, over 1500 years later, at least 80% of present-day English is foreign-born and derives from language groups such as Celtic, Germanic (German, Dutch, Scandinavian) and Romance (Latin, French, Spanish). English also has many words in common with German, Yiddish, Dutch, Flemish, Danish, Swedish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. that looks like beard but sounds like bird, And dead: It’s said like bed, not bead – For goodness’ sake, don’t call it deed!”
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you ‘dialed’ your numbers. Now, along with the ‘phonebook’, the above technology and terminology has been replaced by various forms of wireless devices such as ‘cellphones’. When I was young ‘twitter’ and ‘tweet’ were only done by birds and ‘spam’ was canned meat (in my opinion, about as appealing as present-day spam). Here’s a joke from the days of horse-drawn bread and milk delivery vans; I suspect the punch-line would be lost today. “Did you hear about the miracle of the newborn colt that had no father? Its mother was a Wonder Bread horse.” Henry Ford introduced the first car affordable to the general public. The resulting demand for his cars led to a whole new manufacturing process and terms like ‘mass production’, ‘assembly line’, and ‘shiftwork’ became a part of everyone’s vocabulary. In the 1920s, jobs were plentiful. Shiftwork offered security and good pay. People without jobs for no good reason were described as ‘shiftless’. In the late 1940s, automatic transmissions in cars started to replace manual gearshifts. The next joke developed from the preceding events. “I have developed trousers with automatic zippers. They are to be worn by shiftless bums.” Our last joke came into being when nylon replaced silk in ladies’ stockings. Silk was dressy but the very finely woven threads broke easily and caused unsightly ‘runs’. Much tougher nylon stockings eliminated the run problem, and being seamless as well, did not require constant straightening. I think Shakespeare himself would have really appreciated the wordplay in this little poem.
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John Caverhill is the younger son of the late Ernest Caverhill and Susie Boyd of Lobo Township. John’s writings often reflect his experiences and observations of growing up on the family farm, attending the one room school, S. S. No. 7 Lobo (Bear Creek School), and Vanneck United Church. John’s sense of humour and story-telling skills are legendary. His keen observation skills have augmented his repertoire .
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Recipes – From Your Ilderton and Area Neighbours Donna Thompson’s Chicken Delight submitted by Nancy Rushton Ingredients Chicken pieces 1/2 cup Russian salad dressing 1 pkg onion soup mix 1 cup orange marmalade 1/4 cup mayonnaise Instructions Mix ingredients. Pour over chicken. Bake at 350° for about 45 minutes.
Lemon Cream with Berries submitted by Kendra Dellacherie Ingredients 3 cups (750 ml) whipping cream 35% 3/4 cup sugar ½ cup and 4 to 6 tbsp of lemon juice 1 cup of fresh assorted berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) Fresh mint leaves for garnish Directions Bring the cream and sugar to a boil in a medium saucepan, then reduce the heat and simmer for four to five minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let it sit for about ten minutes. Pour into individual dessert dishes. Refrigerate for at least two hours. To serve, garnish with fresh berries and a sprig of mint. Serves about six depending on dish size.
Rosemary’s Apple Crisp submitted by Rosemary Tyrrell Ingredients 6 medium apples, sliced 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/8 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup flour
Chocolate Chip Banana Muffis submitted by Lisa Kennedy Ingredients 3 large bananas 3/4 cup white sugar 1 egg 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup melted butter 1/2 cup chocolate chips (can be less or more) Instructions
1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup oatmeal 1/4 cup butter Instructions
Peel and slice apples into an 8” x 8” inch pan; sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Combine butter and brown sugar; then add flour and oatmeal. Put this mixture on top of the apples and bake for half an hour in a moderate oven.
Sugar-Crusted Rum Cake submitted by Francine Geldart Ingredients 1 pkg Duncan Hines yellow cake mix 2 tbsp rum Syrup: 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
Mash the bananas, and blend in the sugar, a slightly beaten egg, and the melted butter. Mix in all the dry ingredients, and scoop into muffin trays. Bake at 375°F for 18 minutes. Yields: 12 muffins. Amish Broccoli Salad submitted by Marilyn Moore – This Oak House
1 cup sugar 6 tbsp water 1/4 cup of rum
Ingredients 1 lb of bacon 3 bunches of broccoli, cut up 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 1 medium onion, chopped finely
Instruction: Mix cake as per package directions, but instead of 2/3 cup of water, put in 2 tbsp of rum, then add water to make 2/3 cup. Bake in a greased and floured tube pan at 350°F for 40 to 50 minutes. When the cake is removed from the oven, boil all syrup ingredients for one minute. Then pour over the hot cake. Let it stand for ten minutes.
1/2 cup mayo 1/2 cup sugar 2 tsp cider vinegar Instructions
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Ilderton and Area Villager Puzzle Page How to Play Sudoku: Sudoku is played on a grid of nine squares. Within the rows and columns are nine squares made up of three by three spaces. Each row, column and square (nine spaces each) need to be filled out with the numbers 1 – 9, without repeating any numbers within the row, column or square.
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