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lt;1THE ECHOff *gie Clark Drummond family by JimDrummond.4 4Farmer’s Creedpoempresent, expressed everyone’s appreciation to Bill and Linda whohad organized the reunion. He also by Phil Dixon expressed thanks to Jack Bfyant,Wednesday, July 29th. 1987 - Page 13SummerRecreationreportReeve Jack Hanlin of the R. M. Bill, Barry, and Bob Clark, and Billof Mimota presented Bill and Linda Clark and their family with a Century Farm Gate sign. He spoke of the fact that John Clark had serv-The Volleyball Camp at the Col-council1880’s andfrom 1971-80Murray Bell, councillor of the R.M. presented Century Farm Certificates to those who had farmed this Centry farm. Members of the Clark family having farmed this land since 1882 were Allan and Vera Clark 1916-60; John Clark 1960-77; Barry Clark 1977-78; KenClark, 1978-83; Clare Clark ON.; MacGregor, Brandon,Linda Clark, Shellmouth, Russell, Foxwarren,Vera Clark and John Clark at cairn unveiling.1983-86; and Bill and the present owners.Souvenirs for the oand Dale Kazmar, who had erected legiate will be run on August 25 andthe cairn; and to Irene Bryant, Julie, 26 or either day, depending on in-Darlene, Linda, and Doreen Clark, terest. Instruction will be fromand^Mandy_Young who had made 10-12 and 1-4 each day. The fee is ’$5.00/day. Phone to register at the Recreation Office at 764-2374 (or leave a message on the answering machine) or you can contact me athome at 764-2711.If there is enough interest, we will be heading for Thunder Mountain Waterslides and spending the afternoon there either in the 1 st or 2nd week of August. Give me a call at one of the above numbers.The playgrounds are winding down with this being the last week. Hamiota’s attendance was 7,th Family Tree.Following supper, visiting continued as friends and relatives gathered again at Bill and Linda’s.The beautiful weather added to the renewing of acquaintances, meeting new relatives and the visiting between relatives who gathered form Hay River, N.W.T.; White Rock, BC.; Victoria, BC.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Red Lake,ISABELLAJohn Clark a gathered at LDescendantscelebrate 105 years of conJohn Clark and Isabella Taylor. He directed his talk to the children pre-sen^ wanting them to have a feeling and understanding of theirhats bearing Clark Reunion Clark Family Reunion.Winnipeg, Birtle, Hamiota,Miniota and Isabella for this special Miniota’s 8, and no one attended intinuous farming in the Clark family. beginning.The day began with registratioi at the Isabella Hall at 1:00 p.m. / large family tree on the wall, bearFrom the cairn many went to tour the old homestead.Visiting and a social time wasnames of all the descendants then held on the lawn at the farmof John and Isabella Clarkbackground for familyEach familyfamilytures. Pictures of John Clark andhis family sparked much interest. A corsage and boutennire were presented to Vera Clark and JohnClark.At 3:00 p.m., everyone gathered at die cairn, which had been erectedhome of Bill and Linda Clark.At 5:30,65 family members andguests sat down to a delicious cold plate supper catered to by the Isabella U.C.W. in the Isabella1882-1987 and a picture of an oxen and plow; and spoons with the Manitoba crocus or emblem and with engraved words Clark 1882-1987. Clare Drummond had completed an update of the Clark geneology of which everyone received a copy.Clare Drummond on behalf of allOak River.enjoy a picnic in the Parkwith the . . .MinisterCardale SalesHall. A lovely cake decorated by J and ServiceDoreen Clark, and a floral arrangement, a gift from Frank and Hanna Reid graced the head table. Clare Drummond acted as M.C. Grace was given by Russell Clark of Vic-Owners Wayne, Shirleyand Richard Home✓Tires✓Belts✓Chainsthe com of N.E. 36-14-26. Clare toria, BC.Drummond of White Rock, BC gave the dedication, and the cairn was unveilled by Vera Clark of Hamiota and John Clark ofMiniota.The cloth covering the cairn was made and decorated by Mrs. Frank families and for those who hadThe cake was cut by Vera Clark, the oldest member of the Clark Family, and by her great grandson, Kolby Carton of Brandon, the youngest member present.Introductions were made✓Hydraulics ✓Beanngs ✓Towing ✓On the Farm RepairPhone566-2350(Anytime)CardaleinSUNDAY, AUGUST 2ndIsland Park — Portage la PralriaFestivities to commence et 4:30 P. M.entertainment 4:30 p.m. refreshmentswaterskiing demonstration— a rare opportunity to greet Prime Minister Mulroney, Mila and their family together with the Minister of State for the Wheat Board, Charlie Mayer and family.In event of*am. festivities to be held m the Exhibition BuildingReid. Surrounding the name and the years 1882-1987 \ bam depicting the Clark bafirst bam built in the Isabellamany members absent, a little history of their family members was also given. The Samuel Clark family was introduced by ClareCatch the Hot Summer Dealsfirst bam built in me Isabella ramuy was imrouuccu uy i ____ 1 I |M|iAdistrict; a car, the first car in the Clark; the Robert Clark family by | Qp ImGSG I TG VHIUIT1 USGO UII ITS TrOlllWoodworth Dodge Chrysler Ltd.------------- andhunting dog, as well as a boy anda girl; each picture bearingsignificance in the Clark History. The blaaue on the cairn reads:Russell Clark; the Allan Clark family by Ken Clark; and the Mag-4 4Memory of Johnand Isabella Taylor and Fan Who Homesteaded This Land 1882 Dedicated by Their Desc dants July 4, 1987.Following the dedication, Cl Drummond spoke on the histor)Help your Heart Fund Help your Heart1984 Dodge Aries Wagon4 Door, automatic transmission, tilt steering, cruise control, 65,000 miles, excellent condition.1984 Dodge Aries4 Door sedan, automatic transmission, 47,000 miles, excellent condition.•1981 Mercury Lynx GS4 Door waaon. Dower steerina. automatic•1983 Dodge D150 Pickup6 Cylinder, automatic transmission. 2 tone
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Hamiota Echo
Hamiota, Manitoba, CA
Wed, Jul 29, 1987
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