More Georgetown Stories

1935-1982

port of call and used the uninhabited island for target practice by the ships' cannon. Garry may consider giving one of the balls to the Garden of the Gulf Museum, Montague.” (Edited from Guardian, Feb. 18, 1971)

Georgetown Bests Morell in Baseball

" Danny Carmichael's f our-hitter powered the Georgetown squad to an 8-3 King's County Baseball League win Sunday against Morell. Camiichael in going the distance fanned ten batters while walking only two. Emmett Mclnnis suffered the loss going three innings before being relieved by Danny Larkin. The two gave up eight hits while walking two and striking out eight. Dennis Curley led the winners at the plate with a 24 performance, while Allison MacDonald went 2-5 for Georgetown. Cletus Phelan led Morell‘at the plate with a 2—4 performance while Danny Larkin had a hit in three at bats." (Guardian, July 25, 1973)

Senior Citizens Celebrate

"The Georgetown Senior Citizens' Hall was decorated for the New Year's put on by the members on Friday, Jan. 4th. The roll call numbered 52 members for 1973. Each member was privileged to invite one guest. Since some of our members are living elsewhere for the winter and others were indisposed the guest list was extended to replace absent members with the result that the generation gap was bridged and a really enjoyable time was spent. Contributions of cash and food were gratefully received. No charge was made for the supper of ham, turkey, salads desserts, tea, etc.. Tape recorded music was provided by A. Herbert George and instrumental music by Brian Altass. Art MacSwain provided the dancers with a variety of music and songs. Foodstuffs were auctioned off by Allie McPhee and beautifully decorated baskets of fruit were presented to HP. George, president, Laura Murphy, treasurer, and Mrs. McConnell. A speech of thanks was rendered by H. P. George." (Edited from Guardian, Jan. 17, 1974)

The Drop Anchor

“A new establishment in this town opened its doors for business Tuesday. The Drop Anchor Restaurant will seat 50 customers and will feature a dining room with a wall of window looking out over Georgetown Harbour. Sonny Johnson is the proprietor of the restaurant, the only one in town since the closing of the Globe recently. He says he plans to have the dining room licensed and hopes to include a lounge in the future. “Things are pretty quiet in Georgetown right now,” explained Mr. Johnson, adding he won’t have the official opening probably till the Spring. Georgetown Sea Foods plant is not operating and this has made a difference in the town as people no longer come here and work in the plant. Mr. Johnson expects to employ five people during the winter months although additional staff will be hired as necessary when the Drop Anchor is in full operation next year.” (Guardian, Nov. 21., 1974)

Georgetown Community School

"Georgetown Community School has commenced with an enrollment of 50 people taking various courses. Those offered are: wood re-finishing with Enid Knight as instructor (she teaches this course in her home); ceramics taught by Mrs. Betty King: the history of Georgetown, with Mrs. Elsie George assisted by Bea Mair, photography taught by Charles (Tim) Mair assisted by Bea Mair, yoga by Mrs. Doreen Batchilder (this is a new class and has the third highest enrollment); guitar instruction by John Arsenault; (second highest enrollment). 'Self-defence for women' with the highest enrollment is taught by officer Cannon of the R.C.M. P.. A one night session teaching women how to change a flat tire is being offered by Glen Martell, proprietor of Glen's Service Station. Another one night course is on 'first-aid to house plants' taught by Bea Mair. Each person taking a course pays a small fee which is used to purchase materials needed for the different classes and for the coffee and doughnuts. Mrs. Nancy Murphy is chairman of the eleven member committee which includes Marie Wood, Barbara Clory, Marion Lavers, Therese Mair, Charles (Tim) Mair, Doreen Batchilder, Enid Knight, Shirley Scully and Bea Mair, secretary." (Edited from Guardian, Feb. 11, 1978)

Wiggling Toes

“Eighty wiggling toes were unprotected at the construction site of the King’s Playhouse here Monday afternoon when a Workman’s Compensation Board safety inspector advised the owners of the feet to cover up with proper safety shoes. Safety inspector Brian Kelly popped into the 12 person work crew busy moving the 85 year old King’s Playhouse to a new foundation, and discovered some of the workers lacking proper equipment such as work boots and hard hats. “It was a routine inspection but only two people had proper safety equipment,” explained Mr. Kelly. The inspector didn’t stop the work but advised the crew working under a federal Canada Community Development grant to gear up ,immediately for safety protection. Mayor Charles Martel] was called to the rescue and rushed off to buy hard hats and eight pairs of steel-toed boots for the crew.” They all have proper safety dress now,” Mayor Martel] explained,” noting the cost of supplies will be deducted weekly from the workers’ pay cheques.” (Guardian, Dec. 1. 1982)