Wednesday, October 25, 2006 · Page 21 Local beauty shop celebrates 50 years of business BY DANIEL SCHWAB For 50 years, Essex residents looking for a new hairdo have been making the trip to Centre Street. The tiny building began as Henderson's Hairdressing Shop, built by owner Bob Henderson when he moved the business from Talbot Street in 1956. Louise Dobson-Montgomery, a former hairdresser from those early days, was just finishing her threeyear apprenticeship when the new beauty shop was constructed and officially opened on her birthday. In those days the business was very different, DobsonMontgomery says. She remembers the staff of three hairdressers were required to wear head-to-toe white uniforms with white shoes. She now lives near Kingsville, but boarded in Essex and Woodslee while working at Henderson's for 11 years. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the building, Dobson-Montgomery recently brought an old photo of the original staff to the beauty shop, which was bought by Wayne Mayhew and Judy Finnerty in 1973 and became The Hourglass Hairstyles and Cosmetic Salon. Mayhew, who currently works with a staff of four, said a lot has changed since he took over the business. "It's about the same size as it's always been but we went through a few renovations," he said. "It's one of the oldest beauty shops in the county and one of the older businesses in Essex ... The town's been good to us. It becomes a family business because you get to know people well ... it keeps us here." Finnerty added that when the pair began the business, there was only one other beauty shop in town. "There's a lot more competition now," she said. Mayhew said as many as 200 customers stop by every week. He said after 36 years in the business, he will probably retire soon. K OF C PICKEREL Use Entrance off Fairview Parking Lot Rear Entrance Holy Name of Jesus Hall Essex · 4:30-7:00 pm Friday, October 27th Hairdresser Pat Guilbeault puts the finishing touches on Wendy Pulleyblank's new hairdo at The Hourglass Hairstyles and Cosmetic Salon Oct. 19. This month marks the shop's 50th year in business at its Centre Street location. Accountability Dedication Fresh Ideas Experience 32 Years Business Man in Essex 5 Years Town Council 9 Years Essex P.U.C. 17 Years Essex Kinsmen Club (Past President) 19 Years Essex 73's Hockey Club Executive (Past President & Lifetime Honorary Member Executive) Legion Branch 201 Member $10.00 $7.00 $8.00 TH 1 pc. Fish 2nd Piece of Fish $5.00 Children's Meal (under 10) Hot Dog, Pop & Chips $2.50 Cabbage Rolls TAKE OUTS AVAILABLE ON NOVEMBER 13 Nick SPIDALIERI WARD 1 COUNCILLOR ELECT VOTE FOR A · · · · COMMON SENSE APPROACH TO RESOLVING PROMOTE NEW BUSINESS PROMOTE INDUSTRIAL GROWTH REVIEW ALL SURCHARGES THE ISSUE FOR INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS CALL 519-776-8529 OR 519-776-5235 The original staff of Henderson's Hairdressing Shop poses for a photo in 1958. From left: Kay Gaffon, Bonnie Tofflemire, Bob Henderson, Louise Dobson-Montgomery and Margie (Myles) Hazel. HELP SUSTAIN YOUR LOCAL ECONOMY... SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MERCHANTS X KNIAZIEW, Richard Dear Voters: I am pleased to be able to endorse Dr. Richard Kniaziew in his bid to gain a seat on the Catholic School Board. Over the course of three decades Richard has served the profession of Optometry through his work on the Board of the Ontario Association of Optometrists, two of those as the President, and many others as a member of the Board, the executive or a member at large serving on committees. He also worked for many years on the council of the Canadian Association of Optometrists. He has been the recipient of numerous awards including The Distinguished Service Award and the President's Award from the OAO. He has served the community of Leamington in many capacities, including the Board of Trustees for the local community and public service has served the community he lives and works in very well. His strengths are honesty and integrity. He will use these to take an active role on the Catholic School Board and play a positive role in helping the School Board resolve and manage the issues that face it. Sincerely, Mira Acs, O.D. TINY TOT TUESDAY - OCTOBER 31ST HALLOWEEN AT 1 PM Trick or treat bags provided. Children 5 years and under are invited to trick or treat at Essex businesses; All children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring take camera and with a picture your Pumpkin" "The Great n lawn! tow on the Essex BIA KIDS, ADULTS DRESS UP AND HAVE FUN! Compliments of your Essex hometown merchants!! LINE UP AT THE TOWN OFFICE, 33 TALBOT ST. S., ESSEX IF ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL 519-326-1473