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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1972-03-02, Page 8Marg Rudd of the Clinton News-Record office staff hangs up the latest award won by the News-Record. In a province-wide competition in the Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association, the News-Record placed second for the best editorial page among papers of 2000-3000 circulation, DaVid Moss (16) of the Port Huron Bantams cOrnes to the aid of his goaltender, John l'tyhties who is under sere frorn tobicoke shooters during the championship game of the "AAA" Seriet at the dtititort Bantam hock6y tournaeridat. Etobiooket aerie frOm behind to win the gait-ein art exciting finith. Senior Redmen win in Londesboro League Huron-Perth crown Bruce Roy scores 360 single BY MARY LOU CASTLE Congratulations are in order to the Junior Girls volleyball team for their excellent play and a fourth place finish at W.U.Ab.e.A. on Saturday, February 26. The girls lost the first match to a strong team from Woodstock, but then they won the match against Petrolia, Their next match was against Listowel, this year's Huron champs and they won it in two games straight with scores of 15-5 and 15-13. The final match was against Woodstock again and Clinton's girls lost with scores of 15-13, 15-13. In the last game of this match, the girls fought back from a 13-3 deficit before losing. Sandra Freinlin served all 15 points in one of the games. The drama club from Central Huron Secondary School was one of three clubs competing in the Huron- Perth Regional Drama Festival held in Clinton on Saturday evening. Here they t'e-enact a scene from The Happy Journey To Camden and Trenton by Thornton Wilder, Monica Flynn, (front row left) won the best actress award. 8—Clinton News-Record, Thigsday, March 2, 1972 News-Record wins award for editorial page Cheerio -club holds meeting The Clinton News-Record was awarded second place for the best editorial page among newspapers from 2000-3000 circulation in Ontario in a recent competition among Ontario weekly newspapers, The award was announced on the weekend at the Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association convention held in Toronto, It was the second award won by the News-Record in the past year. Last summer, the News-Record placed among the top five weekly newspapers of any size in a nation-wide contest for its efforts in citizenship, J. Howard Aitken, manager of the News-Record, was at the convention to accept tire award. The 2000-3000 circulation category comprises the majority Of the weekly newspapers in Ontario, The dairy cow dekives 73 percent of her food from forage inedible for humans, but returns 90 percent of what she eats as nutrition in milk, according to New Holland, the farm equipment division of Sperry Rand, ;I: * Nearly 12,5 million acres of Canadian farmland are used for raising wheat. BY JOYCE PEPPER A meeting was held Feb. 22 in Hensall United Church with a field service team from the London Conference to discuss the needs of the Sunday School and other organizations within the Church. The outcome of this meeting was the setting up of Development Days to be held in Hensall United Church on Thursday, March 9; Wednesday, March 15; and Thursday, March 23. These sessions will be directed towards the development of persons and resources: and are for teachers and staff of the Church School, those working in through-the-week organizations, members of the Board, parents, youth and anyone else who is interested. This is an excellent opportunity for Lenten study and renewal, and also a chance to familiarize ourselves with what resources are available to update our present programmes. Other churches in the community and the area are cordially invited to participate in these events. Mrs. Dave Kyle will be the guest speaker at the World Day of Prayer Service to be held in Hensall United Church, March 3 at 3 p.m. She has chosen for her theme "All Joy Be Yours". Churches participating in this service besides Hensall United are Chiselhurst United, Carmel Goderich nips Ingersoll in overtime Goderich edged Ingersoll 5-4 in over-time in an "A" division game as play began Thursday night in the Clinton Minor Hockey Association bantam hockey tournament. In other games, Dorchester beat Elora 5-2 and Monkton defeated Tavistock 4-1 in "D" division. Dave Hunter scored four goals and Jim Towle two as Petrolia beat Hanover 12-3 in "13" Presbyterian and St. Paul's Anglican. CARMEL PRESBYTERIAN EXPLORERS MEET Carmel Presbyterian Explorers met on Sunday morning in the kitchen of the church basement. Leaders, Mrs. Al Hoggarth and Linda Bell welcomed members. Africa is the study for this year. The country of Liberia was the first project with flag, customs and industry being discussed. Scrap books are to be made. A drum band is to be a future project, also a campfire session. Next meeting will be March 10 at 10 a.m. Come and bring a friend. WINNERS IN LEGION ANNUAL MIXED BONSPIEL Hensall Legion Annual Mixed Bonspiel, for the Melchers Trophy, was held Sunday at the Hensall Arena. Winners of the 11 o'clock draw and the Melcher Trophy were: R. McLean, Brussels, 2nd, J. Henderson, Hensall; 3rd, G. Sitter, Thedford. Winners of the 9 &clock draw were: 1st, Bill Coleman, Kippen; 2nd, Ray Consitt, Hensall; 3rd, Sam Rennie, Hensall. Prizes for the day were: 1st prize, Card table and tray; 2nd prize, Planter and ice bucket; 3rd prize, Beer stein and foot stool, Each player received a package division hockey here Friday, Barry Watson had two goals for Hanover. In "C" play, Lambeth downed Mitchell 8-3 with Charlie Bissell, Paul Flaherty and Ian Williams scoring two goals apiece. John Culligan had two for Mitchell. Paisley received a bye in "E" division play, when Grand Bend had to forfeit because of Ontario Minor Hockey Association commitments, of white beans donated by W.G. Thompson & Sons Ltd, of Hensall. OBITUARY A life-long resident of the Chiselhurst area, Thomas Drover, passed away suddenly at his residence, R.R, 2, Staffa, Feb. 21, 19'72 in his 80th year. Mr. Drover was horn in Hibbert Township March 11, 1892, the son of John and Isabella Drover. He married the former Ethel Bell of Usborne township Jan. 10, 1917, All his life he resided in the Chiselhurst area on a century farm that had been in the Drover name for over 100 years. He was the beloved husband of the former Ethel Bell; dear father of Earl, London and Mrs. Beatrice Munn, at home; brother of Mrs. Maude McDougall and Miss Bella Drover, R.R. 1, Hensall. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Robert and Joyce Munn, London and Mrs. John (June) Jacobi, Strathroy and one great granddaughter, Jennifer Munn, London. The body rested at the Bonthron Funeral Chapel, Hensel], when service was held Feb. 24, 1972 when Rev. Don Beck officiated. Temporary entombment was made in Hensall Mausoleum Chapel with burial to be in McTaggart's Cemetery at a later date. Pallbearers were Jack Brintnell, Ross Riley, Ted 'Taylor, Harvey Jacobi, Russell Brock and Tom Slavin. ETOBICOKE WINS 'AAA' BANTAM TITLE Etobicoke won the "AAA" championship Saturday. Etobicoke, one of three teams entered in the "AAA" class, downed Port Huron 2-1 after drawing a bye into the final. Port Huron made it to the final with a 5-2 win over London Minor Hockey Association, Clinton's 7-6 win over Waterford in a "C" game Hensall Brownies report The 1st Hensall Brownies celebrated Thinking Day Feb. 22, with a candlelighting ceremony and party to commemorate the 62nd year of Guiding in Canada and the combined birthdays of the founders, Lord and Lady Baden- Powell. The latter is the world chief, and at 82 years of age is still actively interested in the movement, This day was celebrated by Brownies and Guides all over the World. A special collection of Friendship pennies amounting to $3.00 was given to further the work and establish Brownies in other countries. At the time of the earthquake in Peru, $500.00 was forwarded to relieve suffering. In previous weeks, the Brownies visited the Post Office and for Valentine's Day they made hanky cases for' their mothers as part of their' craft programme. During Feb., several Brownies were presented with their Golden Bars. They were: Tammy Turner, Becky Baker and Vicki Mann. Brownies and Guides have been active in Hensall for nearly 30 years, highlighted Sunday play, In an "E" game, Bruce Baker's goal at 17:35 of the final period broke a scoreless tie and gave Brussels a 1-0 win over Delaware. SCORES 'A'' Thornhill 9, Byron 4 Hespeler 6, Thornhill 4 Meaford 6, Delhi 5 l• Clinton 6, Oneida 0 Clinton 7, Waterford .,E ,, Brussels 1, Delaware 0 SATURDAY'S SCORES "AAA" FINAL Etobicoke 2, Port Ruron I "AAA" Semi-Final Port Huron 5, LMHA 2 "AA" Owen Sound 3, Oakridge I "A" Oakville 7, Tillsonburg 0 Oakville 4, Goderich 3 Blenheim 7, Aylmer 3 Point Edward 5, 5, London 3 Dresden 8, Seaforth 4 Dresden 6, Point telward 4 elected are: Donna Bunking, president; Joanne Thompson, vice-president; Mary Lou Vincent, secretary; Debbie Wallace, press reporter. A name for the club has riot yet been chosen. The Londesboro' 11i-C held a recreation night on Saturday evening, February 26 with 35 in attendance. An evening of skating was enjoyed at the Blyth Arena following which everyone returned to the manse for lunch and fellowship in charge of Murray Bunking, Stewart Glousher, Larry and Ken Jewitt. + + + The 1st Londesboro Cub and Scout groups held their annual church parade on Sunday, celebrating Lord Baden-Powell Sunday. Ken Scott and Gail Lear were in charge of the music. Rev. McDonald spoke on "Growing." The ushers were Cubs Wayne Hulley and Earl Johnston, Scouts Dennis Fothergill and Darrell Shobbrook. Flag bearers were Danny Lear and Clare McClure. The flowers in the church were placed by Mrs. Gourley in memory of her husband. A new United Church Hymnary, leather bound, has been placed on the pulpit in loving memory of Trent Shobbrook by Coach Robert Anderson and the members of the boys' ball team of which Trent was a member. A special congregational meeting was held after church to discuss the purchase of a parking lot. +++ On Saturday, Feb. 26, Mrs. Ted Bunking and Mrs, Jim Dewar of. Atwood were hostesses for a shower at the home of Mrs, Ted Bunking for their niece, Miss Louise Flunking, bride-elect, whose wedding is to be on March 11, Thirty aunts and cousins attended. The gifts were presented by the younger cousins. Contests conducted by Delphine Dewar were enjoyed. Louise thanked everyone for their gifts. Bruce Roy of the Londesboro Men's League had the best single in league play this week with a 360. He also had an 801 triple, Cliff Saundercock had a 225 average and Tom Duizer was the most improved bowler with a plus 27. Fords lead the league with 94 points followed by Chevs with 70, V.W.'s with 70 and Dodges with 60. Bill Strong of the Clinton Mixed League had the best triple with an 839. Don Switzer had a 320 single. The ladies in that league were also hot this week with Edith Falconer scoring a 324 single and Marie MacAulay a '726 triple. Bob Atkinson had a good week in the Clinton Teen League scoring a 311 single and '710 triple. Joyce Colclough had a 271 single and 614 triple for the girls. The Unknowns lead the league with 110 points followed by Bob's Gang with 102; Fuddle Duddle's with 89; Charlie Brown's Team with 83 and Heople's People, '76. Len Arnston had a 720 triple in the Clinton Men's League and Joe Livermore and Ken Rogerson had 293 singles. The Men's Intertown league has been split into two divisions. The first division includes Goderich, Exeter No.1, Mike's Lanes, St, Marys, Bowl-Mor and Clinton Cloud 9. The second division includes Mitchell, Valiants, Clinton Crown Lanes, Centre Restaurant, Exeter No. 2 and Zurich. The Indians lead the Tuckersmith league with 97 points followed by Rebels with 81; Angels, 75; Arrows, 65; Bulletts, 56 and Jets, 46. Violet Ross led the ladies last week with a 227 single and Hilda Veenstra had a 580 triple. Mel Graham had a 263 single and John Hayman had a '701 triple. Ballbreakers lead the Clinton Junior League with 75 pdints followed by Pete's Penguins, 71; Alley Cats, 62; Sharpshooters, 61 and Strikers, 31. Pattie Patterson led the girls with a 196 single and 345 double. Bob Hart led the boys with a 214 Single and Brad Atkinson had a 379 double, In the Hayfield league, Alley Dusters have 01 points while Misfits and Ding-a-Lings have 90 and Nobody's Business have 87. Bob Turner led the men with a 223 single and 637 triple, Ruth Makins had a 258 single and Dianne Argyle a 660 triple, 13ev Bromley scored a good In triple in the 100F and Rebekahe league. Doug Jones had a 282 single and Ward Hudgins a 210 average. Gerry Harris led the ladies all the way with a 295 single, 695 Lunch was served by tire hostesses. PERSONALS Sore)/ to report the deaths on Sunday, Feb. 27, of two members of this community, Mr, Jim McCool in Clinton Hospital and Mr. Milton Little in Westminster Hospital, London. Both funerals were held on Tuesday, Feb, 29. The sympathy of all is extended to the bereaved families. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gaunt motored to Mississauga with Mr. Gaunt's brother, Mr. Andrew Gaunt, to the home of their sister, Iv'''. and Mrs. Ward Schickluma, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gaunt remained while the latter will be taking treatments. The Rev. McDonald and Norman Alexander attended the Huron-Perth presbytery held in Mitchell United Church on Tuesday, Feb. 22, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Armstrong and family of Stratford and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Armstrong spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Glen Carter celebrating Mr. Ken Armstrong's birthday, Feb. 29, and his mother's birthday on March 2. The Rev. McDonald visited Sunday afternoon with his sister, Mrs. Norman Coghlin and Mr, Coghlin in Atwood. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Howatt and girls of Stratford visited on Sunday with Mr. flowatt's mother, Mrs. Eva Howatt and with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Radford and family. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook spent Saturday evening at the home of the former's sister, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Gibbings where they celebrated the birthday of their sister, Maude Radford. Miss Anne Fairservice of Stratford spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Myrtle Fairservice. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Caldwell spent Sunday in Toronto visiting with their daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Marzano and family. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDougall visited with his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs, William McDougall. triple and 210 average. Spark Plugs lead the league with 93 points followed by Cheerful Charlies, 87; Hot Shots, 81; Margie's Muttons, 69; Chokeups, 66; Bill's Blisters, 63; Bill's Bunyans, 52 and Sunken Six, 49. Clinton—Blyth Ladies league saw Mary Davey score a 275 sin(' 'nd 766 triple. >eacocks lead the league 50 points followed by Petunias, 47; Hillbillies, 43; Whiz Kids, 42; Alley Cats, 40; Five Belles, 34; Fuddle Duddles, 33 and Lucky Strikes, 31. Dorothy Carter had a whopping 340 single in the Londesboro ladies league. Ramona Jamieson had a '702 triple and Dorothy Carter had the high average of 194. Most improved bowler was Ramona Jamieson with a plus 27. Swingin' Six lead the league with 84 points while Dot's Dolls have 82; Rolling Pins, 70 and Ding Dong Bells, 63. House League playoffs on The first game of the Squirt House League play-offs between the North Stars and the Bruins saw a tight game with the North Stars scoring only one goal to beat the Bellies 1-0, The goal was scored by Jeff olniough, The second game between the Kings and the Canadians ended in. a3-1 win for the Kings. Scoring for the Kings was Steve LOW) getting two and John O'Bright getting one. The lone scorer for the Canadians was Wayne TidesWell, Paul Bartliff flies by the basket after letting go a shot during the exciting final game of the Huron-Perth Basketball championships. Central Huron won the championship by virtue of their 10 point win in the first game in Stratford against Stratford Central although they lost Tuesday's game by four points. BY NOLA LEE On February 29, the Senior Redmen downed Stratford Central in a two game total point series, by a score of 71 to 65. On Friday, Feb. 25 the Redmen heat Stratford Central at Stratford by 10 points. The score then was 59 to 49. High scores in Tuesday's game for the Redmen were: Dick Junior girls fourth in WOSSA Drama club hosts Huron-Perth festival the competition, but the students who represented our school came up with some commendable competition. Monica Flynn won an award for an outstanding performance in the role as Ma Kirby. Robb Dick also' received a merit award for his performance as Arthur. These students are to he congratulated for their fine showing. Development days planned ,for United Church BY .FORS, BERT SHOBBROOK The Cheerio Clue met on Monday, Feb, 21 at the home of Emma Livingstone with 14 present. The presideut, Ena Howatt welcomed all and opened the meeting with the poem, "The Way to Happiness." The hymn, "Softly and Tenderly" was sung. The scripture, taken from Galatians, was read by Dora Shobbrook and the meditation, the story of how the railways joined the countries, was followed by prayer. The treasurer's report and minutes were read by Laura Lyon. Thank yous from Ida Durntn, Evelyn Bunking, Milton Little and Earl Gaunt were read, Roll call was answered with a current event, The draw was won by Myrtle Fairservice, The March meeting will be held on March 29 at the home of Myrtle Fairservice with Group 3 in charge. The program was as follows: a reading, "Larvinski Goes to the Wedding" by Olive Gaunt; short readings, "Corner Stone", "Sing a Song" and "The Equalizer", by Dora Shobbrook; readings, "Getting Back to Grandpa's House" and "Maple Syrup Time" by Ena Howatt. The meeting closed with the Lord's Prayer in unison. Euchre was then played and a lovely lunch served by Emma Livingstone, Gladys Armstrong, Elsie Yungblutt and Laura Lyon, + + + The first meeting of the Londesboro One 4-H group took place on Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Hattie Snell. The leaders for this club are Hattie Snell and Hazel Watkins. The officers Bantam tournament decides first title Jewson with 15; Dave Aiken with 14 and Gord Lavis with 12 points. Rudy Boogerman with 18 and Larry Londreth with 16 points were point getters for' Stratford Central, The team now progresses to W.O,S.S.A. Congratulations and best of luck to the team in their future games, BY NOLA LEB On Saturday night, February 26, the Huron-Perth Drama Festival was held at Central Huron S.S. The 0.11.8.5. Drama Club came up with a thoroughly enjoyable performance of —The Happy Journey to Camden and Trenton". The Goderich Club again won