The late Frank Wilcox of Beeton was inducted into the Simcoe County Agricultural Hall of Fame Sunday. Here Norman, Anna (daughter of Mr. Wilcox) and Ruth Ellison accept the tribute.
"Simcoe Manor, Beeton has two spanking new wheelchairs for residents' use. Last Thursday Women's Auxiliary president, Mary Cannon of Gilford made the presentation of the chairs valued at $230. A picture of Jesus in contemporary art was also presented in memory of Mrs. Isabelle Hopkins, a long-time resident and auxiliary worker. The picture will hang in the chapel. Manor superintendent Ed Boynton accepted the gifts in a special ceremony before the auxiliary's monthly public euchre. Seen here are Mrs. Cannon; auxiliary treasurer, Willow Kneeshaw, Mr. Boynton and his wife, Maisie, convenor of the auxiliary tuck shop."
South Simcoe District of the Womens Institute sponsored a pumpkin growing contest amongst school children to encourage gardening activites. The Bradford Womens Institute participated and their display at the Beeton Fair in 1986 is pictured here.
South Simcoe District of the Womens Institute sponsored a pumpkin growing contest amongst school children to promote gardening activities. The Bradford Womens Institute participated and seen here is President, Ada Watson (right) with their display at the 1986 Beeton Fair.
