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wmm markham fair oct 3 4 5 6 iiibiribiiiiii modern fair has retained oldfashioned elements i s by rena galanis 2 advertising features 3 this year marks the 152nd anniversary of the annual markham fair and the nj event is guaranteed to be fun for one and h all says a fair organizer gj we have the largest fourday fair in oo m 30 n 09 to ontario boasts organizer cathy lee years even though the town of one of the most attractive aspects of markham has evolved and diverted from the fair is the fact that we provide a safe the path of its rural roots environment with lots of wholesome entertainment for the entire family the spirit of an oldfashioned country fair has been maintained throughout the the net proceeds from this lottery will support health care programs that significantly impact the communities we serve 70000 fairgoers over the fourday span main attractions remain the vari ous farmers competitions and livestock thats precisely one of the reasons the shows and traditional contests such as event has maintained its popularity lee bakeoffs spelling bees and home craft adds competitions which were part of the in recent years it has culled well over original fair have been retained thats not to say the event has not evolved with the times however live music talent contests food a mid way demolition derby horse races a number of clowns and buskers an inflatable childrens play area fire worksdisplay and fashion show are york county markham stouffville hospital foundations lottery license p964857 one million dollars total prizes 1 1n 50 chances to grand prize 2462 sq ft model home lot4043 bluebell dr markham ontario 1st prize 200000 512 final draw is november 30 1996 on tickets purchased on or before november 25 1996 additional prizes to be won order now 905 t ii 4714030 toll free 5794030 ticket request official ticket will follow tickets 100 each only 25000 tickets will be sold please send me tickets make cheque payable to york region hospital lottery please no postdated cheques address province postal code phone method of payment cheque money order dvisa mastercard lamex visa card number 13 digits mastercard 16 amex 15 expiry date signature s draw is held on october 1 1 1996 on tickets purchased on or before october 7 1996 mail to york region hospital lottery po box 31221 station brm b toronto ontario m7y5m1 to obtain a list of winners full rules and list of restrictions send a stamped selfaddressed envelope to lottery 381 church st pd box 1800 markham ontario l3p7p3 the spirit of an old- fashioned country fair has been maintained throughout the years even though the town has evolved and diverted from the path of its rural roots just some recent additions which complement the standard activities offered there is entertainment for both adults and children says markham fair president jan king theres plenty of friendly competition and its really a great way to spend a week end in a relaxed downtoearth atmosphere fairgoers come from all over the greater toronto area and competi tors come from all parts of ontario and even quebec the independently run fair is a not- forprofit event and relies heavily on the core group of over 600 volun teers who make it a success every year king adds they do everything from set up buildings for the various events to taking care of livestock to organizing and heading up committees he says it really is a lot of hard work and many hours but they are a dedi cated group of individuals who create a wonderful monster every year the markham fair takes place oct 3 4 5 and 6 at the markham fair grounds on mccowan road and elgin mills road admission is 7 for adults 5 seniors children 12 and under 2 and children 4 and under free m markham printing company limited elebwtinq 25 meats 197196 best of luck for another successful markham fair 80 bullock drive unit 7 markham ontario l3p 3p7 tel 9052945242 fax9052948869