La source, 13 mai 1998, Cahier 1

[" FWD OLEBEC gue.UA S76 Elbliger ne 475, rue eee p, Méber / on i 2is 185 TEL: 264-5364 Wednesday, May 13, 1998 FAX: 264-9521 COVERING HUNTINGDON, ORMSTOWN, HEMMINGFORD, HOWICK, CHATEAUGUAY, FRANKLIN, ST-ANICET, STE-BARBE, VALLEYFIELD AND SURROUNDINGS FOUNDED IN 1863 «STW, 0 LEGNIDAS \u201cWhen only the best will do.\u201d ( ) am TEL.: 829-2367 JEAN-PAUL LALIBERTE * DAILY SPECIALS PHARMACIST * TABLE D'HÔTE * À LA CARTE .4 BRIDGE STREET, ORMSTOWN, QUE.Tel: 264-2323 \u201cLes Galeries d'Ormstown\u201d 8D (9 Chateauguay, Huntingdon OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 2 IN J V/ Checkpoints Brief items from , around the Valley \u201cTown plans for 175 th birthday (Gleaner staff) The dawn of the new millennium could be doubly a big deal for Huntingdon residents as they will also celebrate their town\u2019s 175th anniversary in the year 2000.Already the Huntingdon Town Council is looking ahead: it wants to see an anniversary committee organize special events and hold a two-week extravaganza incorporating the Féte Nationale, Canada Day and the annual Firemen's Dance, councillor Maurice Pilon explained at the May 4 council meeting.The Council believes the upcoming anniversary will provide an ideal excuse to revitalize and \u201cpretty up\u201d Huntingdon's downtown business section.One idea proposed is rustic lanterns on the Hydro poles.See H'DON page 8 Hosts needed for Japanese visitors Once again this summer the Quebec Young Farmers will be hosting their annual QYF/Japanese Exchange Program, giving local people the chance to host a visitor from that country.See QYF page 3 Inside The Gleaner Special features: Making cheese at home: new, old skill .Page 3 Talented CVR students show their stuff.Page 7 Local bowlers win championship.Page 8 Regular items: This and That.Page 2 Letters.Page 4 Births, Deaths .Page 6 Sports.Page8 Classified ads .Page 9 Competitors on the field, new friends off it: a girls\u2019 high-school rugby team from Hampton NB visited the Valley last week-end to play games against CVR (shown here in striped uniforms) and later, Arthur Pigeon School.Visitors and hosts also enjoyed sight-seeing and just getting to know each other.(Watch for story later.) (Photo: VF) St-Anicet votes to pay 1997 share of funding for Droulers dig project (Gleaner staff) After lengthy discussions, the St-Anicet municipal council has decided to contribute $10,000 to the MRC du Haut-St- Laurent toward the cost of developing the Droulers archaeological site.A resolution to this effect passed unanimously at the May 4 council meeting.The $10,000 represents the 1997 municipal contribution suggested by the MRC.At the end of the current year, the council will decide whether to put another $15,000 (for its 1998 share) in the MRC pot to benefit the project, located at the intersection of the Cooper and Leahy Roads in St-Anicet.Visitors swarm to Amerindian sites adjacent to valley (Gleaner staff) Even as local authorities debate the merits of the local archaeological dig at St- Anicet's Droulers site, in the rest of Quebec, native peoples are enjoying huge .success providing tourist attractions for visiting Europeans.\u201cThere is a great potential for native tourist attractions in today\u2019s market.Europeans in particular are extremely interested in native peoples, even more so than North Americans,\u201d said Denis Brisebois of the Montérégie regional tourist association (ATRM).New Kahnawake package This view is borne out by the ever- growing number of visitors to the See TOURISTS page 5 \u201cThe extra $15,000 will hinge on the municipality's financial position at the end of 1998, which will become apparent by next fall,\u201d said municipal secretary-treasur- er Ginette Roy.The MRC had proposed a three-year payment plan for St-Anicet, made up of $10,000 for 1997 and $15,600 for each of the two following years.See ST-ANICET page 5 Valley woman seeks Hydro compensation for ice-storm injury Judith Taylor THE GLEANER A Herdman woman whose leg was broken by a falling Hydro transformer during the January ice storm is trying to get compensation from the utility.Jean Robertson is still wearing a removable brace and walking with crutches or a walker four months after the January 9 accident just outside her Customs Road home.A Hydro pole, which the utility admits was rotten, broke off and its transformer fell to the ground, crushing Robertson's leg and damaging her car.Fluid from the transformer also splashed over the woman, leading to fears of PCB contamination.A day or so after the accident, Hydro representatives visited Mrs.Robertson at home, bearing a bouquet of flowers and good wishes for a speedy recovery.Now, more than four months later, she has a metal plate in her leg and still has to travel to Ormstown three times weekly for physiotherapy before starting g her day's work in the planning department of Huntingdon's Cleyn & Tinker textile operation.\u201cI really feel I am within my rights in asking for some form of compensation from Hydro, especially since they have admitted the pole was rotten,\u201d said the soft-spoken Robertson this week.\u201cLast week Hydro public relations person Mme.Renée Arsenault told me to send another letter to the company explaining my situation.\u201d See HYDRO page 4 Early apple-blossom time Apple blossoms were already in full and fragrant bloom in the Valley last weekend, two or three weeks ahead of normal in the Franklin-Hemmingford sector.(Photo: VF) 2790 boul.Hébert, 371-3876 - (Nitro) St-Timothée, Windshield repair when claimed to insurance* NO \u2014 10 PAY TRAILER HITCH ep PR BICYCLE RACK LP PAPAS clarion \u2014 This and That in Town STARTING TODAY \u2014 (Wednesday) the Sûreté du Québec will be stopping traffic across the province to check for drunk drivers.While alcohol-relat- ed fatalities have dropped by 40 per cent since 1981, there were still 350 such deaths in Quebec in 1997.Basically, police will be asking you whether you have been drinking or not, in a campaign to raise public awareness.A BREATHALYZER TEST \u2014 might also be the best way (although no one has suggested it yet) to detect whether anyone has been picking and eating the wild garlic found at this time of year.Quebec's Environment ministry is reminding us that it is strictly forbidden to harvest this wild goodie for commercial purposes.Inspectors will be on the look-out, and the legal limit for harvesting for one\u2019s own use is 200 grams per person per year (about 50 bulbs or 50 plants).Anyone noticing garlic poachers at work is asked to call 1-800-463-2191.THE NEXT VISIT \u2014 to this region by Beauharnois-Salaberry MP Daniel Turp will be Wednesday May 20 from 9:30 to 11 a.m., when he will be available at the MRC building on King St.To make an appointment, call aide Joceline Hudon at 377-2778.The riding office in Valleyfield is open weekdays from 9 a.m.to noon and from 1-5 p-m.Turp\u2019s picture ran Monday in Montreral newspapers as he took part in a parliamentary tour of Mexico\u2019s troubled Chiapas region.OUR NEW \u2014 English-language school board (New Frontiers by name) has announced two appointments for the next school year.Noel Burke will replace Lincoln Springer as Educational Services, effective July 1 when the latter retires, and Lillian Hundey Lang will take over as principal of St.Willibrord School (in Chateauguay) at the same time.TOMORROW \u2014 Thursday May 14, Ormstown Elementary School will hold its annual Library Tea from 1:30 to 4 p.m.at the school.For more information call 829-2641.Tickets will be available at the door.NEXT WEEK \u2014 (May 18-23) is the Week of the Tree, we're told, and the Chateauguay River Rehabilitation Committee (CRRC) will offer coniferous seedlings at the André Laberge Rona Hardware store in Huntingdon.HUNTINGDON LEGION \u2014 is holding a Flea Market and Bake Sale this Rockburn Diane Farquhar - 264-3690 Turkey Supper The Rockburn Presbyterian Furkey supper on May 2 was a huge success, with a crowd of over 570 people feasting on roast turkey, mashed potatoes, veggies, jello salads, dressing, ladles of hot gravy and a nice variety of tasty home-made pies.It's enjoyable to see so many folks return year after year to support the only Turkey Supper in the Valley.A warm thank-you to everyone who helped at the supper or contributed in any way.Sympathy Rockburn has lost a dear friend and neighbor this week.Harold Frier, a longtime resident, passed away on April 19 after several years of ill health.Deepest sympathy is extended to his family, Muriel, Don and Jill, Brent and Serena.Good news Lloyd Douglas is back home after spending many weeks in hospital.All good wishes go out for a speedy recovery and regained strength every day.(/vh) 2 \u2014 THE GLEANER \u2014 MAY 13TH 1998 Yves Provost Used car assistant-manager A REET CNR IEE 373.Ch.Larocque, Valleyfield Concert in Huntingdon The Adaskin String Trio (Emlyn Ngai, violin, Steve Larson, viola, and Mark Fraser, cello) will perform May 21 at Huntingdon\u2019s Grove Hall.They have spent the past two years studying in the US with the Emerson String Quartet, refining their technique and interpretations.Fraser, a Valley native, describes Grove Hall as \u201cthe best chamber music venue in North America\u201d.The May 21 concert will feature works by Beethoven and Lennox Berkeley.(Watch for ad next week.) Director of Saturday May 16 starting at 9 a.m.Donations of things to be sold should be brought in any time on Friday to the Legion Hall.AN OPEN HOUSE \u2014 for four-year-olds will be offered at Huntingdon Academy this Thursday May 14.The Class Observation period is 9:15 to 9:45 a.m.For more information about the school's First Steps program, call 204-5482.A BALLET RECITAL \u2014 by students of Neva Shelton will be held at CVR in Ormstown at 2 p.m.on Saturday May 16.Theme for the presentation is \u201cAround the World\u201d.Tickets will be available at the door.(See ad elsewhere).NEXT WEEKEND \u2014 May 16 and 17, the Salmon River Central School in Fort Covington NY will present its Spring Showcase hosted by the school\u2019s Grad Party committee and the Future Farmers of America.For details of all the attractions, special events, merchants\u2019 displays and food available, see ad elsewhere.THE NEXT MEETING \u2014 of the Chateauguay Valley Antique Association will be held Wednesday May 30 at 8 p.m.at the Huntingdon Town Hall.IN HUNTINGDON \u2014 St.John's Anglican Church is holding a Bake Sale on Saturday June 6 from 10:30 a.m.to 1 p.m.Watch for the ad in a later issue.WINNERS \u2014 of the recent drawing sponsored by the Suroit Regional Hospital Foundation include Ormstown resident Linda Créte, who won the third prize of a $500 gift certificate from Larry Sinray Furniture.First prize, a $16,000 Suzuki car, went Life membership Joyce McKell (right) recently received a life membership pin from the Aubrey- Riverfield WI, presented to her by Chris Morris (left).(Photo: JF) Festival ÉQUESTRE de Valleyfield For its 7rh edition the Festival Equesire de Valleyfield innovares with the \u201cGala de la Reléve\u201d.On August 15 and 16 in the afiernoon, The visitors will have a chance, under the big 1en1, TO see and listen 10 the releiving artists of tomorrow in The COUNTRY MUSIC.You play And iNSIRUMENT OR ARE A COUNIRY SINGER ANd ARE INFERRESIEd TO be part of the Gala, if so don't Kesi- TATE And call Mr.Roger Côté, 214-371-7167.to Marc André Lanoue of Valleyfield, while Rock Filion of St-Timothée won a week\u2019s vacation for two in Florida.Other major winners were Claude Sabourin (Pte-Fortune), Gisèle Besner (Les Côteaux), Bertrand Fortin (Les Cèdres), and Thérèse Halley who sold the winning ticket.Proceeds of the draw go to help buy equipment for the hospital.COMING UP \u2014 on Saturday June 6 is a 10-year reunion for 1988 graduates of Chateauguay Valley Regional High School in Ormstown.The 6 p.m.party will be held at The Ruins.For tickets ($20 each) write CVR Class of \u201888 Reunion, 7045 Ridge, Dundee Que., JOS 1L0.For information call one of the following numbers: 829-4154; 247-2773; 264-0101 (Fax 264- 5850); 456-3145 (Montreal 455-3611), 264- 0112; 825-0789; or 826-4772.AN OPEN HOUSE \u2014 for \u201cLilies of the Valley\u201d, a day-lily nursery operated by Nancy Fletcher and Heidi Rankin, is coming up this Saturday from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.at 3 Hector St.in Ormstown.For more information see ad in last week\u2019s Gleaner.IN ATHELSTAN \u2014 the Presbyterian Church is holding a Bake and Rummage Sale on Saturday May 16 from 9 am.to 4 p.m.Bring in donations Friday evening between 6 and 8 p.m.IN CLARENCEVILLE \u2014 St.George's Anglican Church is holding an afternoon of live music featuring local bluegrass, blues and traditional country artists.Date is Saturday May 30, time is 2-5 p.m.at the Church located on Rte.202 in Clarenceville.Admission is by donation.MONDAY MAY 18 \u2014 \u201cDollard Day\u201d will see outpatient services closed at the Suroît Regional Hospital in Valleyfield.The Emergency Department will remain open.MARK THE CALENDAR \u2014 for the annual Garage Sale in aid of the Shangri-la Animal Shelter.Its coming up June 20 at Maplewood Presbyterian Church in Chateauguay, starting at 9 a.m.Donations of articles for sale may be brought to the church after 7:30 p.m.on the Friday evening.Le Volunteers to set up and man tables will also be welcome.For more information call Rita Morrison at 698-1976.JT) IN HEMMINGFORD \u2014 the local Lions\u2019 Club and the Recreation Centre Committee will hold a Spagheiti Supper on Saturday evening May 16 from 5-8 p.m.at the Rec Centre.Profits go to improving the playground.(FE) Good old days Sunny spring weather brought people out to visit and to admire well-pre- served relics of the past such as this 1931 Pontiac coupe parked on Chateauguay St.in Huntingdon recently.Shown are Malcolm McNaughton, George McKell and Raleigh Hersey.(Photo: courtesy G.McKell) SANITARY CLEANING SEPTIC TANKS AND CESSPOO We empty the totality of the tank Tel.: (514) 373-3927 Toll free: 1-800-567-3927 teaching positions: - Animal Production - Crop Production - Farm Machinery ence instructors.30, 1998.to: EMPLOYMENT Within the new program \u201cDairy Production\u201d the Chateauguay Valley School Board is seeking candidates to fill the following Most courses comprise a strong practical component which will be delivered on farms within the Chateauguay Valley.Candidates should posses a solid theoretical background as well as a good practical knowledge for the relevant discipline.QUALIFICATIONS Crop Production and Animal Production- Bachelor\u2019s Degree with minimum three years experience.Farm Machinery - DEC with minimum three years experi- Experience could replace education requirement.Salary is according the provincial norms for hourly paid Please respond by sending your curriculum vitae before June Human Resources Department Chateauguay Valley School Board 214 McLeod Chateauguay, QC, J6J 2H4 only those applicants proceeding to an interview will be contacted.e\u2014\u2014» [ | Châteauguay Valley Éhalecuque y Te wy C Yehool J Scand > | Traditions Amr re = a stainless-steel kettle, thermometer and then hauled away and used for feeding Domestic cheese-making course revives traditional farming skill Valerie Furcall THE GLEANER In the mid-1800s in the Chateauguay Valley, every small cluster of farmers set up their own co-operative cheese or butter factories to process their milk and generate income.With the advent of government regulations and strict control over milk processing and product sales, the small operations eventually gave way to large central- @ =: industrial transformation plants, annually processing millions of kilograms of milk into pasteurized fresh milk, cheese, butter, whey by-products, milk powder, yogurt and ice cream for the grocery shelves.The ancient art of small-scale cheese- making, and for that matter churning one's own butter and separating cream, has all but fallen by the \u201cwhey\u201d side, with hardly anyone continuing to prepare homemade dairy products.Cheese-making course Recently however, a dozen people enrolled in a beginner's course, \u201cCheese- making on the Farm,\u201d offered through Ormstown\u2019s Chateauguay Valley Career Education Centre at the request of the Regional Agricultural Committee (a group of government agencies).Students spent eight hours over two evenings to learn the fundamentals of making basic types of cheese, such as cheddar, brie, blue, Parmesan, Camembert and Gouda, as well as curds.How long a cheese is aged determines its flavor, while depending how long it's left in the brine (salt water) influences its texture and salti- The process of heating the milk and cutting the cheese curd was closely monitored by (l-r) Connie McClintock, Marion Merson, Anita Greig and Allis Neely.(Photo: VF) ness, said instructor Margaret Morris of Alexandria, Ont.\u201cBeware the cheese mite, a really disgusting creature that burrows into cheese left to ripen on wood,\u201d Morris warned her class of mainly farmers.\u201cOnce the blocks of freshly-pressed cheese paddies are waxed, they're better stored in ventilated plastic boxes (sweater boxes), which also keeps mice from getting inside and nibbling,\u201d she explained.Morris knows the ins and outs of the process, from making hundreds of pounds of cheese since she opened her own business, Glengarry Cheesemaking and Dairy Supplies.An investment of $170 for a basic kit (mold, press, rennet to coagulate milk, whisk, etc.) could get amateur block- cheese makers set up, though making curds requires little more equipment than QYF seeks families.from page 1 Between July 25 and August 22, the young delegates and their adult chaperones will be looking for a taste of everyday North American living.In turn, their hosts will have a unique opportunity to learn about Japanese culture and values while sharing their own, says Nancy Pirie, QYF's provincial co-ordinator.The young people will be placed in families, rural or urban, which have their own children between ages 10 and 18 at home.Families with young children, singles or retired couples can also participate by opening their home to an adult chaperone.\u201cThe purpose of this exchange is not sightseeing,\u201d Pirie stressed.\u201cStudents want to be treated just like a member of the family, sharing daily routines and the simple facts of a different lifestyle.\u201d Such things as a trip to the grocery store or a friendship with a Canadian \u201cbrother\u201d or \u201csister\u201d are among the new experiences the visitors are looking forward to.Pirie added that the QYF will help prepare and provide support fro host families before, during and after the exchange.For more information about the program, contact Nancy Pirie at the QYF office : phone (514) 457-2010 or 1-800- 363-7809 or e-mail: npiric@qfaqyf.org.(Jr) knife.Both processes require a stove.Hard cheese is pressed from 12 to 24 hours, depending on the type desired.The process: Take milk, curdle it, add lactic bacteria, salt and coagulant, mould, press and bandage (wax or cheesecloth), then age.Simple enough, but a bit tricky, since temperatures for heating the milk and storing it while it ages are important, Morris said.By-gone days \"Most of the early cheese factories were organized on a cooperative basis, invested in by their patrons.Since they operated only in summer, little was required beyond a simple, uninsulated building.The curd was cut by hand, the whey was run out into a trough to a tank set in the ground that had a wooden pump to expel the whey into waiting cans.The whey was the hogs, calves, ctc.,\u201d writes Margaret Caza in her article \u201cOld Times and Cheese Factories™ for the Chateauguay Valley Historical Society's 1996 Journal.Canadian Gleaner publisher Robert Sellar provided insight into the local 19th century dairy industry, regularly publishing reports and analyses, such as the following excerpt from the January 24, 1878 edition: \u201cIt is a singular fact that they have not yet enjoyed a season of average prosperity.we estimate that the 11 cheese factories in the District sold during the past season 245,000 lbs.of cheese, worth $27,000, and the 5 butter factories, which are all situated in the county of Huntingdon, nearly 95,000 lbs.of butter, worth $23,000,\u201d according the Annual Report of the Dairy Factories.\u201cParticipate id our contest PE TETE 7 ay ivi dl the great contest vn COLUMBIA \\f/