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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1970-12-03, Page 26CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, Clinton 263 Princess Avenue Pastor: Alvin Beukema, B.A., B.D. Services: 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (On 2nd and 4th Sunday, 9:30 a.m.) The Church of the Back to God Hour every Sunday 12:30 p.m., CHLO ' - Everyone Welcome - BAYFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor: REV. L. V. BIGELOW SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 1F:00 a.m. Evening Gospel Service - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. - Prayer meeting. ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Interitni.Mo?erator Rev. G. L. Royal Mr. Charles Merrill, Organist SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th 10:00 a.m. - Sunday School. 10:45 a.m. - Morning Worship. • \ • \ • • • \ • \ • \ • \ \ \ • N • N. • • • \ N \ \ \ \ \ \ \ N • \ • • • ••. • • \ \ • \ • N \ • N. \ \ \ \ \ • \ N \ • \ \ N•N \ \•••• Business and Professional Directory To the Ratepayers: Of Bayfield, Stanley, Seaforth and Tuckersmith. I appreciate and thank you for the confidence you again have placed in me through your support at the polls on Monday. Compliments of the Season. JOHN BROADFOOT SHOP at: SMITH'S Clinton FOR , NAME BRAND TOYS . GAMES CHINA . CARDS . ALUMINUM WARE . WALLETS AND PURSES ALBERT STREET - CLINTON 482-9766 =VX-VX-VMVX-VMV=X-V.MVX-VXMVX-VM4 ki44/0/4/ Can last all year AMA% clin't9r).,NPWS-fiecOrd, ThtliOPYt.Pgc@frOPrIP4197-0 The real meaning of Christmas expressed The pleasure of toys for many idle hours In a special message, Commissioner Clarence D. Wiseman, leader of The Salvation Army/ eXPresSeti the hope that Cariadiaaa will take time this year to think of the real meaning of Christmas, Behind the Oft-giving, the parties and the gay lights, he reminds Canadians, are certain facts of history. The primary fact is that "the Word became flesh and dwelt among us", which is the New Testament way of stating that at Christmas, God, in the person of the Christ-Child, broke into time and space to shim men how to live! It happened in a place that can be located on a map, and at a moment that can he dated on a calendar. The second fact is the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Some try to explain this event away, but for the Christian it is part of history. Christmas, which is concerned with Christ's birth, cannot be fully understood without the Resurrection. Commissioner Wiseman states that the third ungainsayable fact is the existence of the Christian Church; and its continuity over 1900 years. It is composed of fallible humans, and so at times has been a dismal failure. Notwithstanding this, the Church has maintained a quality of life, and a witness of God's redemptive action through ViiriSt, that have withstood detractors without and critics within. It remains the major Immanising force in our society today. "Jesus Christ gives real understanding of what it means to be human", the Commissioner says. "He bridges the gulf between the world of the Spirit and the secular world of things, He rejects neither, hut puts the Spirit firmly in the saddle. Commissioner Wiseman challenges Canadian Salvationists particularly not to wait for people to enter the places of worship, but to carry the message of Christian hope, healing and caring to the places where they live, work and find recreation. "Jesus respected people. He didn't view them as objects to be managed and manoeuvred in the interests of others, A person is of infinite value. And a person can find true fulfilment, become really human, through faith in Jesus Christ! Actually, this is what Christmas is all about." More Were toy trains 'OefOre, the, first ,railways of the IMO toy flying ingehineq, before .the Wright op:ocrp.' historic flight of 1900; and toy space ships some 30 years before space flight became .0 reality in the 19V/s.. Fantasy is involved both in the creation of toy and in malting it into something more important than a mere trifle. And,somehow, a toy seems much more than a mere plaything because it is an object that launches dreams and produ ces pleasure which accounts for the never-ending love affair between a child and his toy, There are trends in toys just as in wearing apparel. A fashion in dress rises and declines. and may return in a revised form some years later. Sometimes a toy will vanish for a couple of centuries in history, apparently forever, oply to reappear in a completely different part of the world. An example of this phenomenon is the yo-yo. It was known in the Far East in ancient times.' In the Philippines it was actually used as a weapon, its user hiding in a tree and striking his victum lethally on the head. Centuries later the diabolo, a toy from the same family as the yo-yo, was brough to France from Peking by missionaries. It swept France during the 1790s, then disappeared again. It reappeared to sweep England and the Americas 'in the 1920s, and has had a couple of revivals since then. Certain basic • toys seem capable of enduring popularity. These include rattles, halls, tops, kites, dolls and soldiers. Some stimulate the imagination and invite effort such as building blocks. Others, The Clintonian Club held their December meeting in the form of a Christmas party at the home of Mrs. D. Thorndike on Thursday afternoon, December 3. The president, Mrs. H. Managhan, opened the meeting with the Housewife's Creed followed by the Lord's Prayer in unisonl.. Mrs. Russell Colclough read the minutes of the last meeting. Twenty-two answered roll call with a Christmas wish or verse. The treasurer's report was given by Mrs. F. Cummings. Mrs. George Glazier reported a few cards and flowers had been sent out by the flower and card committee. The members voted to send cards to shut-ins for such As scissors and brushes,belp a child attain:adult skill. Still others, such as construction toys, help the developement of Physical and mental abilities.. Universal toys are more .common among infants than. later childhood because the elder child demands something more elaborate and more connected With the world around him. The more advanced toys reflect the natural fluctuations of Social and economic change. The rattle, usually a child's first toy, has existed in various forms since antiquity. Both the rattle and the ball derive' from the simple globular shape of a fruit, nut or gourd, either carved for a hall, or with the seeds left inside for a rattle. Some of the toy animals of early times may have been ornaments, just as some of the dolls may have been ritual figures rather than toys. Egyptian children appear to have been well provided with toys, including balls, tops, pull-along animals and dolls made from a wide variety of materials including ivory, gold, bronze, clay wood and composition. The ball is an extremely ancient plaything. The early Greeks made a ball of wood stuffed in an envolope of skin. Bladders of sheep and goats were used by the Celts. The Japaneee still produce a simple version of a ball made of tissue paper tightly bound with string. In Malaya, a bouncing ball has been made for centuries from beautifully woven split cane. North American Indians made balls from stuffed deer hide. Dolls were certainly known to both the• Greeks and Romans. Dollrnaking as a trade dates back to 15th-century Germany. They Christmas and to send $25 to the Salvation Army. After the business meeting closed, the program committee took over with readings by Mrs. V. Lampman, Mrs. M. Falconer and Mrs. H. Adams. All joined in singing Christmas Carols with Mrs. C. Cunningham at the It may be that the time has come for the liberals to change the basic tenet which has distinguished them from conservatives in American politics for years. The difference has mostly been that the liberals held to the belief that human rights took precedence over property rights. The conservatives held that property rights WERE human rights, and that it is proper to suppress some humans in order to protect the "rights" of other humans. This may often be seen in the struggle over capital punishment, and "Law and Order" in general. The conservatives usually hold out for the thesis that strong were carved out of wood, some Were made from clay and other from rags. North American Indians made dolls from corn husks. Over the years dells have 'mirrored the fashions of, the age, In modern times, the most significant changes have been in manufacturing technique using plastic and vinyl,. Dolls have contributed to the history of medicine. From the 16th to the 19th century, ivory manikins were used for instruction in anatomy and the forerunner of the medical doll, which Was used to train nurses prior to the First World War. Dolls were employed to transport messages in the Civil War, and sometimes to smuggle such things as microfilm in World War II. Where the aids had dolls, the boys had their soldiers. The lands and islands of the Mediterranean have all provided evidence of the ancient making of model warriors in metal or clay and tiny Roman-like figures have been found in Spain. Germany, Britain and even Church helps its solidarity with the concern of the Roman Catholic Bishops of Canada (who had issued a statement on October 8, 1970, stating their intention "to bring these violations of the rights of the human person to the Lat: resistance of those who seek to take away a person's property is justified. Many laws say that a person may not kill another merely to protect property - only to protect life itself, and some liberals even deny that right.' The conservatives have often proclaimed the right to defend all of one's "territory" (in the sense of Dr. Robert Ardrey's excellent book, "Territorial Imperative") by killing. Now, the reason liberals must change their stance is that every attempt to protect property is upheld, but their attempts to protect American boys from being used to make the bullet-makers rich has met with Abyssipia. 1,,ead'aOldiers enjoyed great popularity in the 19th century and even in the 20th century until largely replaced by cheaper and more indestructable models, made from plastic, Today the pope of toys is broader than ever. A toy is still the plaything of a child, but enormous therapeutic work has been done with toys for sick children, crippled children and the mentally deficient. Never has more attention been paid to toys than in the modern world, Investigations are being conducted into the safety of existing toys for ordinary children, and enquiries made into the needs of the child, proper methods, of play, and the correct approach to toys from the angle of the • child, parents and the manufacturer. Antonia Fraser, in her book, "The History of Toys" writes: "The toy, then, is a delightful object which gives pleasure, a companion of an idle hour, something far removed from the earnestness of existence." combat racism attention of international agencies") and, voted to "communicate this concern to the Government of Canada; the Canadian Catholic Conferepce and the United Nations Secretariat." Christmas party held at Parish-Hall The Friendship Guild met for their regular meeting and Christmas party in the Parish Hall on December 2. Mrs. Allison Lobb, president, presided and conducted business meeting. Minutes :of previotiS meeting were..• fead by Mrs. Audrey Bachman. Correspondence included letters with season's greetings from Mrs. Helen Jones and Mrs. Joy Fink, former members. Mrs. Jane Radley gave the treasurer's report showing a substantial sum on hand. Members voted to give a donation 'to the Church Wardens to be applied to the Budget. Activities for the coming year were discussed. Members then decorated ba*ets for "shut-ins" al thristmas.4,Mrs, Grace White and Daphne Johnston conducted several contests. The final one contained cities as to where members might find their exchange gifts. Refreshments were served with a few "extras" for Christmas. Next meeting' will begin with a pot-luck supper on January 13, after which officers for 1971 will be installed. • , .c1; MARNA failure. Therefore, the liberals should begin to treat their sons with the same tenacious defense that ' they would their cars or their color television sets or their rose bushes. Many an American housewife who would take a skillet to someone for tearing up her rose bushes has sat numbly by as the military took her son off to an undeclared war. Those congressmen and senators who have supported the war are considered patriots, while opponents of the war are considered sell-outs. Yet, neither John Stennis nor Mendel Rivers, nor any other militant has gone to Vietnam to fight - they only favor sending others over there to fight. Mr. Goldwater could even go if he wanted to. Someone has printed a bumpersticker which says' "Old Soldiers never die - just young ones do!" Too many of these "hawks" think the only good American is a dead one. Voters of Hensall: 'CHURCH. SERV1ES ALL .SERVICES ON: DAYLIGHT TIME ONTARIO. STRE E T UNITED CHURCH ..71-14 FRIENDLY CHURCH" Pastor: REV, Hp W. WONFOR, 8•Cerli.• Organist; MISS L.p!s SUNDAY, DECEMBER lath 9;45 a,m, - Sunday Scheel, 11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship. sermon Topic: "DOWN TO EARTH" Monday, December 14, 7:30 p.m. - Sunday School Christmas Concert. — Hohnesaille United Churches REV. A. J. MOWATT, C.D., B.A., D.D., Minister MR. LORNE DOTTERER, Organist and Choir Director SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th WESLEY -WILLIS- 9:45 a,m. - Sunday School. 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service. Sermon "THE PERFECT GIFT" HOLMESVIL LE ' 1:00 p.m. - Worship Service and Sunday School. ALL WELCOME .w1 :l PAUL'S ST, PAUL' ANGLICAN CHURCH ;OS :131ds.ri vratoD 1 cAtotts;4 i • - SUNDAY,- bECEMBER 13th ADVENT III 10:00 a,m. - Parish Communion, Sermon, Church School. CALVARY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 166 Victoria Street Pastor: Donald Forrest SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Evangelistic Service: 7:00 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Huron Street, Clinton SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13th Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. E,itening Worship - 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Rev. A. Maybury, Goderich OPTOMETRY J. E. LONGSTAFF OPTOMETRIST Mondays and Wednesdays 20 ISAAC STREET For Appointment Phone 482-7010 SEAFORTH OFFICE 527-1240 Thursday Evenings by appointment R. W. BELL OPTOMETRIST The Square, CODER ICH Office: 409644 Clinton 524-7661 J. T. Wise, Res.: 462-7286 V.*\'\\s \-•\k7 The Clintonian Club holds Christmas party BY MRS. RUSSELL COLCLOUGH Support for the controversial action of the World Council of Churches in making grants to combat racism, including those to the humanitarian programs of southern Africa liberation movements was voiced here this week by members of the United Church's Board of World Mission. Associate Secretary Rev. Garth W. Legge, told Board members from Canada and overseas assembled at the annual meeting, that the World Council grant of $200,000 in September of this year was divided among 19 organizations in Asia, Latin America and southern Africa. While priority was given to southern Africa, Dr. Legge noted that the list bf organizations included the Federal Council for Advancement of Aborigines and 'Torres Straight Islanders (Australia); the International Committee to Combat the Immigration Bill (Japan); and the Committee for the Defence of the Indian (Colombia). The resolution will be communicated to the church, along with adequate background piano. Mrs. M. Nivens then.materials. favored .w11 aFfew mouth organ't'.14 separate action on. selections.' ; Thursday, tife.of Chuien'4.) A vote of thanks was Committee on International extended to all who took part in Affairs issued a statement regarding the infringement of the program. The mystery prize human rights in Brazil. The was won by Mrs. H. Managhan.; There was an exchange of Committee agreed and expressed Christmas gifts after which a delicious smorgasbord supper was served to finish off the 1970 season. The next meeting will be held in the Town Hall on Thursday afternoon, January 7, 1971. Clinton Memorial Shop T. PRYDE and SON CLINTON — EXETER — SEAFORTH Phone 482-7211 Open Every Afternoon tf INSURANCE K. W. COLQuHOUN INSURANCE & REAL ESTATE Phones: Office 482-9747 Res. 482-7804 HAL HARTLEY Phone 482-6693 LAWSON AND WISE INSURANCE - REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS -John Sangster 06011N6'.0'144glIviMe:30v10:010:07,4v0:3 :0•Wi07 I Wish to thank you for your support at the election on Monday. CoMpliments of the season to all. 'Pumps and Injectors Repaired P'er All Popular Makes Huron Fuel Injection Equipment boiffleld Rd., Clinton-482-7971 DIESEL 'ALUMINUM PRODUCTS For Aiphisstw Aluminum Doors and WhidOws and AWNINGS and RAILINGS JERVIS SALES R. L. *Wit 88Albitt St. Clinton — 4821390 LAYAWAY NOW FOR CHRISTMAS DELIVERY BEATTIE FURNITURE CLINTON PHONE 482.9521 ELECTORS OF SEAFORTH, BAYF1ELD TUCKERSMITH and STANLEY Thanks for the support you gave hie at the polls. MRS. MARILYN KUNDER 13 Shopping Days Christmas