Friends of Beautiful Joe on the Web

Beautiful Joe was an ordinary dog that had the great misfortune to fall into the hands of a cowardly human who took cruel liberties with him. No doubt there are similar stories, past and present, of cruel relationships between humans and animals - as there are of humans among themselves. However, we must attempt to minimize, if not eliminate, such totally unacceptable behaviour if we are to hope for a humane society.

What Makes Beautiful Joe Different?

Beautiful Joe lived and died in the town of Meaford, Ontario, Canada. The Beautiful Joe Heritage Society is carrying on the spirit of the book to enhance relationships between humans and animals. The first step was the acquisition and naming of Beautiful Joe Park along with the erection of a memorial plaque over his gravesite in the park. This has been completed. In addition, plans have been formulated to enhance the existing amenities in the picturesque 8.5 acre (3.4 ha) Beautiful Joe Park (a pavilion, benches, lighted walkways, a foot bridge for improved access, etc.) to create a meeting place for canine related events and the promotion of humane treatment of all animals.

It is with great pleasure that we of Beautiful Joe Heritage Society extend this invitation to you, your association or corporation, to get involved and become:

A "Friend of Beautiful Joe"

Our project is multi faceted and requires many hands and many dollars to come to fruition. We want to meet people who share our vision and who will become part of our quest of making this a better world for animals. There are many ways you can participate from being a good-will ambassador (write a letter to your local newspaper or do a class project, etc.), to monetary support or in-kind contributions (all donations are tax deductible), the donation of memorabilia or by being a volunteer. You may wish to remain anonymous or be recognized by receiving a Friend of Beautiful Joe membership card, your name on our website, or some other mutually agreed upon forum.

How to Become a Friend of Beautiful Joe

• Annual individual membership: $10
• Annual family membership: $25

(Please note that all donations are tax deductible and receipts are available for donations in excess of $25.00, if requested)

Beautiful Joe Heritage Society
PO Box 3304, Meaford, Ontario N4L 1A5
Phone (519) 538-5895 Fax (519) 538-4291
Email admin@beautifuljoe.org

TO Our Friends a Special Thank-You

Al MacDonald Bev McLaughlin Cathy Sharpe Collingwood Kiwanis Comm-r-ettes Constable Greg Casson Dirk Winterdyke Doug Armitage Ed & Cathy Williams Extreme Clean Federal Provincial & Municipal K9 Units Frances Murray Georgian Bay Secondary School Graham Walker Estate Hanover Legion Auxilliary Harbour Landing Bed & Breakfast Harold Sutherland Construction Hepworth Legion James Mason Jim Mosgrove Joe Williams John Tamming Judy Roberts Ken & Pat McDonald Kiwanis International L. E. Grigg Land Forces Central Area Training Centre Meaford Ledgerock Limited Lori Adams Mair Travel Margita Meleski Marjorie Davison

Meaford & District Chamber of Commerce Meaford & District Fire Dept Meaford Communities in Bloom Meaford Community School Meaford Lions Club Meaford Parks Department Meaford Public Works Dept Meaford/Thornbury Police Services Municipality of Meaford Niagara Police Association Norman Kopperud Oddfellows (Encampment #91) Ontario Trillium Foundation OPP Association Owen Sound Legion Auxilliary Reg Noble Richard Thomas Rotary Club of Meaford Russ Bumstead Sandy Macdonald Scheifele Erskine & Renken Stuff to Read/Radio Shack Susan & David Franks Teresa Wright The Ginger Press The Ontario Provincial Police Timmins Police Association Tony Ament Vera Blowers Wasaga Beach Lioness Club Wiarton Rotary William Alguires

On March 5, 2003, Beautiful Joe Heritage Society lost a very Special Friend

Peter Norton Francis
Beautiful Joe Heritage Society
Treasurer

In the hearts of all who knew him
His memory lives on
His love endures