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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1952-01-03, Page 6MRS CLARA JACKSON r Clinton, who celebrated her 93rd birthday at her home on King Street last week, and who still is spry and in excel- lent health and continues 'to read widely. A real native- born Clintonian, 'Mrs. Jackson's grandfather was William Rattenbury, founder or the town back in 1835. -•••••1110 Rev. Alexander Nimmo WILL SPEAK AT CLINTON DISTRICT COLLEGIATE 1 INSTITUTE Sat., January 5 8 p.m. Under the auspices of Clinton Area Youth for Christ INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL TALENT COME AND ENJOY IT WITH US Wesley-Willis Choir Entertained at Manse The choir of Wesley-Willis United Church was entertained at the Manse by Rev. and Mrs. Hugh C. Wilson and Miss Ruth, fol- lowing the regular choir practice on Friday evening last. A very enjoyable time was spent by all present participating in games and contests. Rev. Mr. Wilson presided for the election of officers which re- sulted in the re-election of the president, R. N. Irwin, and sec- retary-treasurer, Miss Margaret Holland. Mr. Wilson also spoke of the work of the choir and how much the music had been enjoyed during the Christmas season, and expressed his ap- preciation for the way the choir had co-operated with him during the past year. Mr. Irwin spoke briefly of the work of Mr. and Mrs. Rennie, organist and choir leader, and on behalf of the choir presented them with a handsome blanket. Both Mr. and Mrs. Rennie re- plied suitably, although complet- ely taken by surprise, and ex- .pressed their appreciation for the way that the choir had re- sponded to their suggestions. Delicious refreshments, follow- ed by a short sing-song with Mrs. Rennie at the piano, rounded out a very pleasant evening. Young People Have Post-Christmas Party A delightful post-Christmas party was held at the home of Mr. and Mks. Benson Sutter on Thursday evening last when Mrs. Mervyn Batkin Heads Girls' Club Installation of officers of On- tario St. Girls' Club took place at the December 'meeting. The following is the list of of- ficers for ,1952: Honorary presi- dent, Miss H. Courtice; president, Mrs. Mervyn Batkin; 1st vice- president, Mrs. Brock Olde; treas- urer, Mis,s Emma Piumsteel; re- cording secretary, Miss Eleanor Plumsteel; press secretary, Mrs. John Levis; corresponding sec- retary, Mrs. Harry Plumsteel; work committee, Miss H. Court- ice: flower committee, Mrs. N. Tyndall; pianist, Miss Elva Wilts6; auditors, Miss Wiltse and Miss, Pickett. 0 G. R. FOSTER HONOURED ERE H I S REMOVAL G. Ralph Foster, who has been manager of the three local plants of Canada Packers Limited for a number of years, has severed his connection with the firm and has assumed new duties as general manager of Berry-Hill Sales Co., Inc., St. Thomas, Canadian dist- ributors of Buckeye poultry equipment and tobacco curers. Mrs. Foster and family will continue to reside in Clinton un- til the New Year; Mr. Foster was home for the weekend after spending a few days at the par- ent plant in Springfield, Ohio. Prior to his departure, Mr. Foster was honoured by business and community colleagues. Clin- ton and District Chamber of Commerce presented him with a fountain pen. About 25 friends gathered at the home of A. J. McMurray to WEDDINGS DECKER-BALLANTYNE Mrs. Cora Vivian Ballantyne, Victoria, B.C., and Dr. Robert S. Decker, Edmonton, Alta., were married Saturday evening, De- cember 22, 1951, by Rev. Dr. W. G. Wilson. After the ceremony, a recep- tion was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Decker, Graham Ave., Victoria, B.C. Dr. and Mrs. HOSPITAL AUXILIARY Regular meeting of the Clinton Hospital Auxiliary will be held Monday afternoon, January 7, in the Council Chamber at three o'clock. Decker are spending the winter in California and Arizona. On their return to Canada, they will make their home in Edmonton, Alta. was soon stripped when the ex- change of ,gifts was held. The highlight of the evening came when a surprise shower was given Harvey Sperling, president of London Conference YPU. and his fiancee, Miss Lucille Boyce. Cromarty, whose engagement had just become known. The hon- oured couple had to break a bal- loon and then search through the house following the directions in the balloon for the gifts. Most of the gifts were of an hilarious nature, although they did receive a lovely set of pyrex bowls as well. Although completely sur- prised both Harvey and „Lucille thanked every one for their good wishes. Delicious refreshments brought a very happy evening to a close. Guests were present from Wood- steck, Embro, London, Mitchell. Kingston, 'Exeter, Londesboro, Blyth, and Clinton. Young People connected with say goodbye and wish Mr. Foster Huron Presbytery and London well. Frank Fingland, KC, read Conference were entertained. an appropriate address, and J. G. The early part of the evening McLay made the presentation al was spent in games and contests, a leather gladstone bag. Mr. Fost- interspersed with singing led by er replied suitably, and the oth- Miss Lorraine Pettit, London, ere present also spoke in fare- Miss Lucille Boyce, Cromarty, well vein. Mrs. McMurray was and Miss Helen McLeod, Embro, assisted in serving refreshments with Alan Harley, London, at the by Mrs. Frank Fingland, Mrs. J. piano. G. McLay and Miss Katherine The well-laden Christmas tree MeLaY. Feted by Canada Packers Employees of Canada _Packers Limited, Clinton, held a banquet at Hotel Clinton in honour of Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Foster. This event was attended by some 30 employees and their wives in- cluding Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Wigg- ins, Mr. and. Mrs. L. A. Stephens, Toronto, and Mr.. and Mrs. D. M. Maltby, Harriston. J. H. Grisdale, Assistant Man- ager of the Clinton Plant, ex- tended, on behalf of the em- ployees, their regrets at Mr. and Mts. Foster's departure and their hope of continued success and happiness in their new venture. Mrs. Foster was presented with a bouquet of roses on behalf of the ladies present by Miss Isabel Pickett. Clifford Cooper, who has been with the Company 27 years, pre- sented Mr. Foster with a mon- ogrammed brief case on behalf of the employees.