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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1952-11-20, Page 13THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 20, 1952 Page 13' Denfield United Church Dedicated Sunday A capacity crowd filled the $16,000 Wesley United Church, concession 16, London Town­ ship, for its dedication service. Among those attending were Rev. R. B. Cummings, Brigden, president of the Lond,on Confer­ ence; the Rev. A. E, Lloyd and the Rev. A. D- Bos, former pas­ tors of the church. During the service a memorial window, presented by the family of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Stewart, was dedicated- The building eludes: Lloyd Mardlin, Thomas Dickinson. On the trus­ tee board are: Mr. Raymer, Mr. Burnett, Cliff McRoberts, W. H. Eedy, Victor Westman, Mr. Mar­ dlin, Allan Walden, Mr. Dickin­ son and W. A. Stewart. At a special laymen’s Sunday in the Lucan United Church, W. J. Stanley conducted the service. He was assisted by Mrs. John McLean and M. Culbert. Vahey sang a solo. committee in­ Rev. G. C. Raymer, Oxnar, Burnett, Percy Granton W.I. Mrs. George Wilson was tess for the Granton W.I. recrea­ tion afternoon under the depart­ ment of community activities, which was convened by Mrs. Carman Dann, Mrs. A. Knox and Mrs. D. Tuttle. Euchre and Lost Heir were played during the aftenoon. The prize winners were: Mrs. Wil­ liam McKnight, Mrs. James Dykes, Mrs. William Cook, Mrs. Gordon Smith and Mrs. Wilfred Wilson. The committee assisted the hostess serve refreshments. The November meeting will be held at the home Tuttle. Mrs. Frank give the highlights three-month trip to of W.I.’s in England. Roll call will be “My Favorite Subject in School.” The theme of the meeting will be “Citizenship and Education,’.’ hos- of Mrs. D. Goilings will of a recent England and Business Men’s Draw The business men of Lucan will again hold their Christmas Draw December 24. Four lucky winners ceive a studio couch, piece tea service and station wagon coat to woman or child and a wool blanket. 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SAY THAT Syndicate, rights reserved Lucan And District NewsHarvey Revington Named Big Gun In a sports article by Martin of Montreal, is the the Dents team Goodman, story o f how accomplished the impossible in the Intramural Softball semi­ finals fox’ the Gunn Trophy. The team defeated the popular and unbeaten Faculty of Physical Education team, 6-4 and "later won the championship by defeat­ ing the Law team 7-1. One of the two “big guns” mentioned in the article was Lucan’s Harvey Revington (son of Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Revington). Lucan fans are proud to read Harvey is upholding the standard of the old Irish Nine and the record of his hard hitting Lucan brothers. Remembrance Day Lucan and community again remembered those fought and died fox* country in two World Wars in a service held at the grounds Novembei’ 11. Members of the Lucan and Ailsa Craig Canadian Legions paraded from the Post Office corner followed by the Cubs and leaders. They were later joined by a parade of public school children. Rev. E. M. Cook, of the United Church, had charge of the service and Rev. J. F. Wagland, of the Anglican Church, gave the address. Among the many large wreaths an<i baskets was a small white floral cross presented by Pat Egan, whose father was killed — - . hymn once who their ball overseas. The singing o£ a was led by Mr. P. Vahey, Juniors MeetLucan Miss Alice Haggar was . hos­ tess for the Lucan Junior Farm­ ers and Junior Institute for their November meeting. Don McComb presided at the former and Miss Anne Cameron at latter. Miss Marie Lewis told story of the romance which to J. A. Butterfield writing song “When You and I Were Young Maggie.” She also de­ scribed the method of soap mak­ ing by our ancestors. James McComb told the story of his 10-day toui’ with the Junioi* Farmers on their bus trip to the States. the the led the SORE MUSCLES? ’•KING OF PAIN <• Want to relieve them -QUICK? Get quick-drying Minard’s Liniment— rub it in well. You’ll get relief, and quick, too! a of 1,200 Attend Rink. Opening Last Thursday night was big night in the Village Lucan when the artificial rink was officially opened for season, Over 1200 present to see the bines defeat the Ball Junior’ 9-1 in : hockey game. The arena was <__ the Rev. J. F. Wagland of the Anglican Church. Erwin Scott, chairman of the arena control board and chairman of the dedi­ cation ceremonies, officiated. Pre-game speeches were made by Tory Gregg, secretary-man­ ager of the W.O.A.A.; Jack Park, sports editor of The Free Press, and Ken Ellis, sports director foi’ CFPL, London. The last two speakers hoped they would live long enough to see the youtli of London enjoy an arena such as Lucan has. Though a previous engagement prevent­ ed Reeve Corbett being at the opening he did speak later on. The Lucan Combines consisted of players.from Ilderton, Zurich, Dashwood, Exetei’ and Lucan. To distinguish them from the Lou Ball Juniors, who were clad in green, the Combines all wore the Dashwood uniforms. The Com­ bines did their big scoring in the first period with five goals. London got one in the second period and the Combnes four in the last period. Fox* weeks tickets have been sold on two big draws to be held November 13 and December 9. Tliurday night’s draw resulted as follows: $500 Saving Bond, Don Cobean, Timmins, Ontario; $300 R. C. Harrison, Petrolia, and $200, Bob Riddell, of Thorndale, one of Lucan’s hockey players. ' The draw on December 9 .will include three more bonds, $1000, $500 and $300, and will also include refrigerator, radio record player, power lawn mower, vacuum cleaner, cedar chest, Mixmaster, chest of silver and _ _ _ ’ Boy Found the > fans were Lucan Com- London Lou an exhibition dedicated by pop-up toaster. and Wl Realizes $150 Guaranteed Trust Certificates At Variety Night The Novembei’ meeting of the Women’s Institute was held in the Community Memorial Centre on the afternoon of November 13.. There was a splendid attend­ ance and roll call was answered by “An interesting place visited during the summer.” From the places named it was apparent that Lucan W.I. members didn’t stay home all summer. The report was given on the Variety Concert staged last Fri­ day and sponsored by the W.I. Counting money from tickets sold on the prize quilt, the net proceeds will exceed $150. A donation of $15 was voted to the Public Library and $10 to the Children’s Aid. Members were appointed to secure in­ formation on the the cost of trees for the river flats; the possibility of having a warning light placed’ on the street posite the arena, and the of footlights for the stage. The Christmas dinnei’ postponed till some time op­ cost A profitable investment for your regular savings, Guaranteed Trust Certificates... are unconditionally guaranteed as to principal and interest pay 3M% interest, payable half-yearly are short term—5 years — are authorized investment for trust funds — have no fluctuation in principal In 5 years $415.24 accumulates to $500.00. * Invest wisely and well THE STERLING TRUSTS C O R P o R HEAD OFFICE *72 Bay St., Toronto A T I O N BRANCH OFFICE 1-3 Dunlop St., Barrl* 104L was ___ in January. Mrs. Wes Hodgins gave a splendid report on the recent W.I. Convention held in London. A duet by Mrs. S. Chown and Mrs. T. D. Orme, accompanied by Miss Reta Chown, was enjoyed by all. . Mrs. Dave Park introduced guest speaker, Mrs. Edith Wal­ lace, of the Children’s Aid, who gave a most interesting talk on the origin and workings of the Children’s Aid. At the end of her address members were given the opportunity of asking questions. Besides the $10 donation, mem­ bers decided to also donate the I at the Children’s White Gifts collected Christmas party to the < Aid. Mrs. Wes Atkinson, convenor, and her served refreshments, half hour was spent. as lunch assistants A social Happy Hostess Club The fifth meeting of the Happy Hostess Club was held at the .home of Mrs. Fj’anlc Hovey Thursday night. Party’1 Planning a ....... was the topic of the meeting. Discussions were held on party themes, decorations entertainments. A practice introductions followed. Lucan Ladies Take Bus Trip Once again thirty-three_ mem­ bers of friends worries, families _ . .. _ This time they went to the To­ ronto Wintei’ Fail’ and Ice Ca- pades. At 7:30 a.m. with a wave and a cheer to a few early rising off-spring and papas, they were off. Arriving in Toronto at 11:30, they went directly to the Fair which gave them ample time to see the various displays the afternoon performance they all enjoyed. The highlight of the whole trip, however, was the Ice Ca- pades which just thrilled, every­ one, particularly those who had never seen the Ice Capades be­ fore. At 3:40 a.m. a tired, but still peppy, crowd of females came back to Lucan, announcing theii’ arrival with a loud blair of horns., and noise-makers. Yes — but well satisfied bad received full value for money. and cares and and o the Lucan W.I. forgot theii’ household duties and went “a-tripping.! Granton C.G.I.T. The Granton C.G-I.T. meeting was' held last Tuesday with th*? president,* Darlene Tuttle* in. charge. Scripture lesson and study were tahen by Miss Leslie and Miss McComb. Plans were made for n skating party to. >e held November IX at the St. Mary’s Arena. Granton Service Granton churches united in a Remebrance Day service Sunday, November 9 in St. Thomae Church. The Rev. H. W, Snell, of St. Thomas, had charge of the service and was assisted by Rev. G. Raymer. Members of both choirs, under the direction of Mrs. W. R. Clatworthy and Mrs. W. W. Gib­ son, had charge of the music. Mrs. M. McGrady was the ist. Memorial wreaths placed at the altar. A special collection of $20 will go towards the up-keep of the Memorial Park, undei- the direction of the Granton W.I. There will be skating every Tuesday from 1:30 to 3 for ladies and pre-school children at the Lucan arena.I Turkey The again Turkey Stanley _ Decembei’ 17, with admission fifty cents and three free games. It is hoped that all will support the Lions Club that is doing so much for the village. solo- were over • .,4. . . .1 ■ V The Ladies* Guil4, of Holy Church, will hold theii' annual bazaar and tea in the Parish Hall Saturday afternoon, No- vember 22. ^kixtIS Brother-In-Law Dies Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Earl Young, whose brother-in- law, Mr. John Johnston, of Ster­ ling, passed away in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, Thursday. Six weeks ago while visiting with Mr, and Mrs. Young, he suf­ fered a stroke and nevei’ rallied.’ '' inFuneral service was held Toronto Monday, November 17. were fully and responsibility! He probably won’t admit keen... alert... brimful with a sense of accomplishment Visit County Home Mrs. T. A. Hodgins and Mrs. Harold Corbett accompanied Mr. Corbett to a committee meeting at the County Home, Strathroy, ’Wednesday, bjovember 5. They had a most interesting trip through the grounds and build­ ings. They met and chatted with two Lucanites, Miss McKenzie, who is still very badly crippled, and Mrs. Whimp, who is over 90 years old. Bingo Lucan Lions Club planning theii’ annual Bingo to be held in the Opera House Wednesday, 17, with CARTON before which loud blair Tired! they their Personal Items Her many Lucan friends most sorry to hear that Mrs. B. Stanley’s car accident ovei’ a yeai’ ago made it necessary for hei’ to sell her home on Market street. An auction sale of her household effects was held Satur- da, Novembei’ 8. Mrs. Stanley is still in St. don. One of composed lane, Mrs. Bawden and Miss Lina Abbott, had a dinner and theatre party in London on Friday. Tliirteen-year-old Danny Par­ kinson, of Bryanston, missing from his home for a week, was located on the farm of William P u m f r e y, Camden Township, who became suspicious the lad’s stories were false, and notified the police. , Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Has­ kett received word this week that they have a new grandson, born in Winnipeg November 11, to Mr. and Mrs. Calvin I-I. Has­ kett. The parents lived fox’ many years on Alice street, Lucan, Many farmers in the Lucan area' are out of water and are having to carry it long distances. Miss Hattie Hodgins, not only attended the W.I. Meeting last Thursday, but also the hockey game at night. Though still on crutches she is most thankful to be able to attend some of village activities again. A miscellaneous shower Mrs. Tom Pye, of London, former Evelyn Moore, was held at the home of Mrs. Kenneth Garrett. Music was provided by Anna Westman, Mrs. L. Hardie and Mrs. Parnell. Mr. Alf Dickins, of London, has found it necessary to sell his home. He is having an auction sale of his household effects on Tuesday, November 18. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Corbett attended the Warden’s banquet held in the Knox Presbyterian Church, Goderich, on Thursday, Novembei’ 13. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Crocker, of Essex, were Friday night guests of Mrs. Muriel Donaldson. They went to Stratford on Saturday for the weekend. Mrs. Mel Culbert was suffic­ iently recovered from her recent sick spell as to attend the W.I. bus trip to Toronto last Friday. Helen Norrie was a guest of Joyce Morgenroth’s for the week­ end. Mr. and Mrs. Don Ankers, Linda and their- new baby boy, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hodgins. Mr. and Mrs. Sheridan Rev­ ington attended the Winter Fair on Monday. Mrs. Seali and hex’ daughter, Mrs. Brown, are visiting the former’s daughtei’ in Sarnia. Mrs. Irwin Scott, Mrs. Fred Simpson, Mrs. Emily Tomes and Mrs. Wes Revington attended the triple funeral at Brinsley on Saturday. Mr. Wilbert Revington and his grandson, Glen Revington, spent last weekend in Toronto attending the Winter Fair. Mr. _and Mrs. Clarence Hardy past Hospital, Lon- bridge clubs, T. C. McFar- Lucan’s of Mrs. H. S. Stanley, Mrs. G. and­ on Tax Rate Down With prices dally sharing the cost of living ever higher, the Village of Lucan has done what few municipalities have been able to do, lowered the tax rate one-half mill, and were Toronto visitors this week. Mr. and Mrs. W. Garrett family spent Sunday with Mr. and Ms. F. Garrett. Mrs. Coates, of Exeter, spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Bob Coleman, and Mr. Coleman. Mrs. K. Egan, who has had a severe attack of flu, was able to be out to church on Sunday. Mrs. Frank Hardy, who has beexx visiting her daughter and new grandson in Nova Scotia, has returned home, Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. of Toronto, spent a few with the former’s sister, Porter and Miss G. Neil. and Neil, days Mrs. Visiting Sunday On Sunday, November 16, 14 members of the Steward Board of the Lucan United Churcn called on every member of their congregation. Arriving back at the church at 6>. p.m. they were served a hot dinnei’ by group leaders of the W.A. and their helpers. As they ate they chatted over theii’ experiences during the after­ noon which they all enjoyed. Granton United W.A. Mrs. K. Garrett was hostess for the Granton United Church W.A. October meeting. Pesident Mrs. N. Gunning was assisted in the -worship period by Mrs. W. Rodd. An- instrumental was given by Ruthie Garrett. Miss Marie Dun­ lop and Mrs. L. Parnell gave a piano duet. Miss Vera Morley gave an interesting travel talk on a teacher's bus trip she took to Vancouver and Hollywood. Lucan Skating Club On Tuesday evening, Novem­ ber 18, the Lucan Skating Club met at the arena from 5 to 7 for their first lesson in figure skating, directed by Mrs. Law­ rence, of London, formerly of the Windsor Skating Club. Any­ one in Lucan or community in­ terested in joining the club con­ tact Mrs. George or Mrs. Paul. You’ll find him about 20 years of age trained and full of the zest for flying .. to you he feels a pride in doing his duty being prepared to defend freedom obvious he does be a in but it’s ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE '“I went aircrew because, more than anything else, I wanted to fly — and I felt I’d get more flying and experience in the Air Force . . . Jets? , . . yes, they’re easier to fly. . . Sorry, I can’t describe the feeling to you, but there’s fust nothing like being up there . . . 35,000 feet ... in a world of your own «in a jet that’s — well — your baby . . SEE THE CAREER COUNSELLOR AT THE ADDRESS IN THE COUPON —OR MAIL THE COUPON! 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