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CARD OF THANKS VANHOORNE Thanks to everyone who came to my birthday open house and for all the phone calls, cards, flowers and gifts. It was very thoughtful of everyone. Liz Vanhoorne _____________________ CARD OF THANKS LEGALNOTICE PERSONALS FARMING DEATH NOTICE IN MEMORIAMS PETS WANTTO BUY 'The Real McCoy' MISCELLANEOUS Most of us have heard the expression "The Real McCoy", but few might realize that it came about as the result of an inventor and innovator born and raised in this area. The life of Elijah McCoy was the topic of discussion at the Nov. 23 meeting of the Harrow Early Immigrant Research Society. Kim Elliott, Deacon of Sandwich First Baptist Church, was the guest speaker. "He was an amazing man," said Elliott, speaking of McCoy, who was born a "free Canadian citizen" on May 2, 1844 in Colchester Township. He was the son of George and Emillia McCoy, former slaves who escaped from Kentucky. "They might have passed right through the doors of my church," said Elliott, noting that the Sandwich church was part of the Underground Railroad, a network of safe havens that aided those escaping slavery in the United States. "That was one of the main points of entry into Canada," he said. Reported to be the third of twelve children, Elijah McCoy was raised on a 160acre farm in Colchester Township, land granted to his father for his loyal service in the Canadian militia at the time of the 1837 Rebellion. As a young man, McCoy traveled to Scotland where he pursued a mechanical engineering apprenticeship in Edinburgh. On his return, he sought work with the Michigan Central Railroad in Ypsilanti, Mich. Even the American industrial north was unaccustomed to an educated black man, and despite his engineering training, McCoy could only obtain the job of locomotive fireman and oilman. McCoy married Ann Elizabeth Stewart in 1868; WANTTO BUY · Wednesday, November 29, 2006 · Page 26 DEATH NOTICE BUSINESS BIRTH OPPOR.BY ANDY COMBER HELPWANTED ANNOUNCEMENTS MISCELLANEOUS McLEAN, Pam In loving memory of a Dear "Godmother", Aunt and Sister-in-law who passed away November 29, 2005. Your sudden and premature death Has caused us to part, Though the life you shared with us Will remain forever in our hearts! - Missing you! Michael, Steven and Alanna, Mary and Frank Sauve' ______________________ McLEAN Pamela Margaret November 29, 2005 As we come to the end of this first year; Memories keep you ever near. Silent thoughts of times together; Hold memories that will last forever. - Lovingly remembered by your husband Charles ______________________ BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS HOMES HELPWANTED HOMES RECREATION LOST & FOUND VEHICLES GARAGE SALES MARKET, Michael Alfred Michael Alfred Market, 53 yrs., passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Fri. Nov. 24, 2006. Late of Essex. Loving husband of Claire (nee Seguin) for 30 yrs. Beloved father of Pauline Martin and husband Bevin, Patricia Market and Joanna Market all of Essex. Proud Papa of Jordan and Jocelyn Martin. Cherished son of Madeline Market and the late Alfred and son-inlaw of Henry Seguin and the late Yvonne. Dear brother of Linda Gagnon and husband Fred, Cindy Revenberg and husband Jerry, Cheryl Wigle, Al Market and Lori Smith and brother-in-law of the late Julie Kirkman, Michael Seguin and wife Ellen, Patrick Seguin and wife Diane, Marty Hein and husband Rick, Rose Renaud and husband Vic, Anna Hyttenrauch and husband Dan, Joe Seguin, John Seguin and wife Vera. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Michael was retired from Daimler Chrysler after working for 31 yrs. and was a member of the K of C McGregor and Woodslee. Funeral mass to celebrate Michael's life was held at Holy Name of Jesus Church Essex on Mon. Nov. 27 with Fr. Larry Brunet officiating. Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the Reid Funeral Home in Essex. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to leave their condolences and cherished memories at www. reidfuneralhome.ca Reid Funeral Home will plant a tree in memory of Michael Market RECREATION VEHICLES WEAVER The family of the late Patricia (Pat) Weaver wish to thank the many doctors, nurses and supporting staff at Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital for their care, & compassion and comfort given to our mother. Special thanks to Pat Jackson and Tony Moore for being invaluable comforting friends to Mum. Thank you to the Reid Funeral Home for their expert and professional services provided. To the many friends, neighbours and family members who prepared wonderful meals and baked goods, we love and thank you. The many flowers, cards, donations and the memorial services by the Girl Guides Trefoil Guild, Order of the Eastern Star and the Royal Canadian Legion will always be remembered. Thank you to the grandsons who were pallbearers, friends and especially family who travelled great distances to share in our mum's celebration of life at St. Paul's Anglican Church. We will all miss her! - Lorne, Brian. Sherry, Heather and families ______________________ LOST FOUND BABYSITTING PERSONALS PETS GARAGE SALES BABYSITTING LEGALNOTICE PERSONALS PETS LEGALNOTICE IN MEMORIAMS IN MEMORIAMS BUSINESS OPPOR. BUSINESS OPPOR. Kim Elliott, Deacon of Sandwich First Baptist Church, holds a book containing a photograph of Elijah McCoy. Elliott spoke at the Harrow Early Immigrant Research Society meeting Nov. 23. Memorial verses available at YOUR VIRTUAL CONNECTION Personal/Community Assistant and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) A beautiful young woman in her 20's is looking to fill two positions to assist her with daily care/ health needs and to live her life fully in her neighbourhood and community. Qualities of the successful candidates would include: · Professional and/or personal experience working with people who have multiple challenges/disabilities. · Self-confidence, motivation, flexibility and dependability · Willingness to learn; Honest, caring and resourceful. · Excellent listening, critical thinking, and assessment skills · Willingness to be part of a team and participate at team meetings · Ability to work weekends, evenings, some holidays · Ability to provide current police criminal reference check and first aid certificate Hours, wages and training opportunities will be discussed with successful candidates. (Note: RPN support hours are in partnership with local nursing agency.) To apply, forward a resume to: sfrancis1@bellnet.ca Re: Two Positions - Cottam/Essex/Comber/Belle River Deadline: December 4, 2006 by 11 am she died four years later. He remarried the next year to Mary Eleanor Delaney and moved to Detroit. Recognizing the problems of lubrication and overheating of steam engines, McCoy developed and patented his first automatic oil lubrication device in 1872. He went on to invent and improve lubricators for both stationary and moving engines, becoming an instructor in the use of new lubricators for the Michigan Central. Railroad and shipping lines adopted the McCoy lubrication devices. Others tried to copy them, but the standard of quality in McCoy's device was such that the term "The Real McCoy" was coined to describe the highest quality product available. McCoy eventually moved to Detroit and established the Elijah McCoy Manufacturing Company around 1920, manufacturing Children's Aid and socks, children's underwear and toiletries for Hiatus House instead of exchanging gifts. All ladies of the congregation are invited. The nursing home service is on Tues. Dec. 5 at Iler Lodge at 2 p.m. All are welcome. On Sun. Dec. 10 Jeff Gorick will be the guest soloist at the service. Also the Sacrament of Baptism. There is a Stewards meeting on Mon. Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. Get well wishes to all lubricators with the McCoy name. Continuing to invent late into his life, McCoy obtained as many as 57 patents mostly related to lubrication, but also including a folding ironing board and a lawn sprinkler. It is reported that he patented inventions in France, Austria, Germany, Great Britain, Russia, Canada and the United States. Elijah McCoy died in 1929, and is buried in Detroit, Mich. In 1975, the City of Detroit celebrated Elijah McCoy Day with an historic marker at the site of his former home, and named a street ­ Elijah McCoy Drive - in his honour. Publications outlining the Elijah McCoy story are available at the HEIRS library in the Harrow Colchester South Community Centre, at the end of McAffee Street in Harrow. CHECK US OUT! Congratulations to all the Gesstwood Camp challengers and many thanks to all those who purchased their goods. Communion will be on Sun. Dec. 3. The U.C.W. Christmas Party will be on Mon. Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. It is potluck. Monetary donations are being accepted for the those who are not well. Congratulations to the Float Committee from Bethel-Maidstone and Gesto on winning first prize in the non-commercial category of the Essex Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 25. Thanks is also extended to Murray Davison for the wagon and decorate and use of his barn. Noon Hour Advent Services on Wed. Dec. 6 are at Cottam United. Lunch follows the service.