Truro Car Show-
Sussex-
Amherst Car Show- June 22
Pugwash- July 1
Minudie- July 12
Verstratens- July 19
Crapaud- July 26
Bass River- August 2
Malagash- August 9
Sutherland Steam Mill- August 16th
Oxford Exhibition August 23+30
Truro Exhibition- August 23+30
Age of Sail (Port Greville)-
February Meeting
Those in attendance at the February meeting were: Alec Jamieson, Jimmy and Ronnie Wells, David Forshener, Dwayne Tuttle, Vincent Hollis and Joan, Chandler Smith, Wayne Hansen, Gordon Smith, Francis Vanstraten, Roland Cormier and Melissa Thompson. Also there was a representative from the Sutherland Steam Mill, Darryl Burke.
The club officers this year are:
Vincent Hollis- President,
Wayne Hansen- Secretary,
Ronnie Wells- Treasurer.
Show dates were discussed and also the possibility of having a show at the Sutherland Steam Mill this year. This summer is packed with shows with one almost every weekend from the end of June right through to the end of August.
Christmas Dinner - December 16th & 19th
Well I’ve heard of 8 course meals but never before have I attended a meal that had two parts held on two separate days. Vincent Hollis, our president, organized a lovely Christmas dinner, and because of a nasty snow storm on the day of the first meal only a few people showed up. The first meal was held on Sunday the 16th. The club members that braved the storm and made it to the dinner were: Vincent, Joan, & Jessica, Gordon & Patti Smith, Ray & Dorothy Chapman, and Roland & Melissa. Because there were so many club members missing Vincent decided to reschedule it for Wednesday the 19th. The attendance on Wednesday was much better with almost all the club members there. Those that attended are: Dave & Sylvia Forshener, Wayne Hansen, Murray Giddens, Ronnie & Lucy Wells, Jimmy & Wendy Wells, Kevin & Jennifer, Chandler, Paulette & Darcy Smith, Ray & Dorothy Chapman, Francis & Pauline Verstraten, Alec & Janet Jamieson, Vincent & Joan, Gordon & Jessica, and Roland & Melissa.
Many thanks to Vincent for the time and work spent finding a suitable restaurant (he even went to the “Red Chicken” on PEI), and organizing not one, but two lovely Christmas dinners. Thanks also to the “West Winds” restaurant for putting up with us, not once but, twice.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Years to all, from Melissa & Roland.
Bud Doncaster’s, Sackville, September 22, 2007
It was a gorgeous day for the show at Doncaster’s farm. The weather was warm and sunny, and there were a great many people who dropped by to listen to the music, see the farming demonstration, chat, or just look around.
There was a petting zoo, pony rides, corn maze, and a sand box filled with corn for the children. There were wagon rides, live entertainment, u-pick potatoes, and there were many other things for people of all ages. There was also a canteen, Farmer’s Market, and a parade.
Gerald Carter had his work horses, Jack, Nelly, and Tim, there. They plowed the field and pulled the potato digger. There were also two well trained teams of oxen there. There was a saw mill and wood splitter, and there were demonstrations of plowing, combining, a wire tie hay baler, blacksmithing and horse shoeing, milk separating, ice cream making, and grain cleaning.
There were about 20 antique cars at the show. There was also an antique fire truck and they all looked very nice. Many of the cars participated in the parade.
There were many tractors there. Most of the tractors belonged to Doncasters, although there were some belonging to other exhibitors. Ray Chapman had his 1950 Allis Chalmers B there. Fundy Bay Tractors had a McCormick Mc115, a New Holland tractor with a baler, Massey Ferguson 3645, Cat Challenger, and a John Deere 7820. There was also a International Harvester McCormick Standard W-4, Massey Harris Mustang, Oliver Row Crop 77, Massey Harris Pony, McCormick Farmall Super C, International Harvester McCormick-Deering 15-30, Massey Ferguson Super 90, International Harvester McCormick Farmall Culti-vision A, and a International Harvester F-Cub.
Also many of the exhibitors brought engines to display. Bill Snowdon had a Lathrop two cycle 4 hp Marine engine and a Water Ram. Stan and Mark Mosher brought a 1912 7 hp Empire. There was a 2 hp Acadia running a wood saw, and there was a 4 cycle Iron Horse and a Briggs & Stratton. Alex Jamieson brought his 1 ½ -2 ½ hp International Harvester Type LB. Sydney Drummond had a 1911 3 hp Famous Upright, a Johnson Iron Horse, and a 5/8 hp Nelson Bros. The Wells Boys brought a potato planter, tool display, a lawn mower run by a 4 cycle 1 hp Iron Horse, a 3 hp Acadia, and a 8 hp Associated. Roland Cormier was also there with his 4 cycle Iron Horse.
Melissa Thompson brought her separator and ice cream maker, and in the afternoon Melissa and Roland made homemade vanilla ice cream. Jerry Thompson brought a straw chopper, 4 grain cleaners, 2 separators, a butter churn, and 2 washing machines. Also there were Anne Thompson and Lois Budd.
All in all it was a great day, an awesome show, and a good time. Many thanks to Bud and all the Doncasters for all the hard work and time that was put into making the show the best it could be. I can’t wait till next year.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Wallace Bay- September 8, 2007
The day was lovely and very hot. The 4-H had a canteen which provided a nice lunch and entertainment was provided by The Country Travelers. There were farming demonstrations of plowing, binding, threshing, separating milk, and making ice cream. There was a good turnout of exhibitors and spectators and many things on display.
Ray Treen brought a 1948 Farmall Cub and Duane Tuttle had a steel wheeled McCormick Deering Farmall F12. Richard & Linda Giddens brought a 1953 Farmall Cub and a 1951 Model 8N. Ray Chapman was there with his 1950 Allis Chalmers B and Johnny Lawless had a 1951 Farmall Super A International McCormick. The Wells brought a Cockshutt 20, a 1956 Massey Harris Pacer, and a 1952 Cockshutt 20. Francis Verstraten was there with his McCormick Standard and his 430 Case. David Forshener brought his John Deere 60, a steel wheeled Fordson, and an International 240 Utility. Chandler Smith brought his Ferguson. Jerry Thompson had a McCormick Farmall tractor.
Jerry also brought a grader, binder, thresher, two grain cleaners, two separators, and two wash machines. Gordon Smith had his power saw display there, although he didn’t stay for the day. (Get well soon, Gordon). Vincent & Jessica Hollis and Joan brought the shingle mill. Melissa Thompson brought her grain cleaner, separator, and ice cream maker.
Roland Cormier brought a 4 cycle Iron Horse. The Wells Boys had an 8 hp Associated running their wire tie hay press and a 3hp International Harvester. Danny Julien brought an 8hp Acadian Marine, and a 4 hp Acadian Marine. Alex Jamieson had a 1945 1 ½ - 2 ½ hp LB International Harvester, and Gordon Nichols had a 3 ½ hp Hercules. Stan Mosher brought a 1 ½ hp engine, and a 6 hp Simplicity. Sydney Drummond brought his Briggs & Stratton, a 5/8 hp Nelson Bros, and a 4 cycle Iron Horse.
Also at the show was Murray Giddens, and a member of the Windsor club; Bob Bayard. There were also many children there from 9 months to 19 years, including; Joan’s grandson Kegan, Emma Jane & William Chapman, Harvey & Jenna Cottrill, and Ashlea MacDonald.
Many thanks to all the people who brought equipment for demonstration, and display and helped to make this show so enjoyable.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Port Greville- September 2, 2007
Sunday was a lovely sunny day for the show in Port Greville. There were only six engines and two cars there.
Stan Mosher had a 6hp International and a 1 3/4hp United engine with an Acadian base. Gordon Nichols had his 1 1/2 - 2 1/2hp International mounted on a Bolens ride on tractor and his 2.6hp power plant (1250 watts) complete with light bulb on top. They were used in WW2. (Works great with the gasoline valve on, makes it a lot easier for Gordon to start.) Alex Jamieson had a 1 1/2 - 2 1/2hp International LB mounted with a meat chopper. He used it to make scent bags for cars, he put in fir brances and the needles came out at the other end. Roland Cormier had a 4 cycle Iron Horse.
Vincent Hollis and Joan were there with the shingle mill. Kerwin Davison was there with a 1932 McLaughlin Buick which was built in Canada.
Many thanks to all the people who put in the time and effort to make this possible and to the ladies who prepared a lovely meal.
Special thanks to Roland Cormier for collecting all the information for this newsletter.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Crapaud Show- July 28, 2007
The day was extremely hot and sunny and there was lots to see and do. Many people were there, both exhibitors and spectators. Marshall Thompson was there with his Little Jumbo 2hp, Fairbanks-Morse 2hp and Gilson 1 1/2hp. Wayne Newson had his Manarch 3 1/2hp, Stover 3-3 1/2hp, Novo 3 3/16 bore, 4" stroke, and Fairbanks-Morse 4hp. Roland Cormier brought his Fairbanks-Morse 10hp. Robert Craswell brought a Maytag Model 72 and a Johnson Iron Horse. Clayton Lavoie brought a Gilson 1 3/4hp, Associate 2hp, T.Eaton 1hp, and a Associate 1hp. Sydney & Kirk Drummond had a Waterloo Boy 4hp, Famous 3hp upright, and a International 3hp upright. David MacQuarrie had a Monarch 4 1/2hp & two homemade tractors. There were about 5 antique tractors there.
Also there were: Vincent, Joan, & Jessica Hollis, Jerry & Melissa Thompson, and Francis & Robbie Verstraten.
Besides the engine & tractor show there was also tractor & truck pulls, 4-H exhibits, and a woodsmen's competition. Also the Lady's Auxillary provided a wonderful meal for everyone for lunch.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Verstratens Show- July 21st 2007
The weather was nice although it rained for a couple of hours during the day, there was a lot to see and do. There were 2 teams of oxen, 2 minature donkeys, and 2 horses pulling covered wagons.
There were 2 saw mills and Vincent Hollis had his shingle mill there. Gordon Smith had his power saw display and Wayne Hansen took pictures for the website.
There were about 10 cars and over 30 tractors of all shapes, sizes, and makes including; John Deeres, McCormicks, Farmalls, Cases, Masseys, and Allis Chalmers. The tractor owners included; The McCormicks from Springhill, Ron & Kathy Hoyt from Truro, The Baxter Family (1948 Cockshutt 60 Standard), The Doncasters (Massy Ferguson Super 90, Oliver 77, Farmall Super A). Also there was a McCormick Deering Farmall F-12 with steel wheels and Chandler Smith brought his 1950 Ferguson 20-80. The Wells Boys brought a 1950 Cockshutt 20
The Wells also brought three engines. Stan Mosher brought two engines and Sydney Drummond brought a 3 hp upright Famous. Ron Kervin had a 1913 Waterloo Boy 2 1/2 hp and a Briggs & Stratton washing machine engine. Roland Cormier brought his 10 hp Fairbanks- Morse.
Also at the show were Joan, Jessica Hollis, Jordan, and my friend Ashlea.
The Antique Tools Collectors Assocation had a large diplay of many different tools and a demonstration of wood working tools.
Many thanks to Francis and Pauline Verstraten for all the hard work and time that was put into a marvelous show. As they say "A good time was had by all".
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Pugwash Parade and Show- July 2, 2007
It was a nice day on July 2nd for the Pugwash Parade and Show. It rained for a little while in the morning, but that didn't discourage the exhibitors or the people that had gathered in town for the festivities. There were many antique cars on display and lots of engines and equiptment to view.
Gordon Smith had his power saws there and Vincent was there with his shingle mill. Stan Mosher, Roland, and the Wells Boys all had engines, and there were quite a few antique tractors there on display. Chandler Smith and the Giddens Brothers had their tractors there.
All in all it was a great day for a show.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Amherst "Rob's Field"- June 23, 2007
Well I'm right on the ball this year aren't I. Today was a gorgeous day, for the five minutes the sun was out. It rained most of the day but there was still a pretty good turnout.
Vincent was there with his shingle mill and Gordon Smith had his power saws there. Gordon Nichols was there with an engine and Roland brought a couple of little engines with him. Chandler Smith had a tractor there.There was about 50 cars there on Saturday.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson
Well guess what. I decided it was about time I got off my butt and did something. Soooo... I'm gonna try to get to most of the shows this year and do a write-up for all of them. I'll probably miss a few but better some than none.
Yours Truly,
Melissa Lois Thompson