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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1970-03-12, Page 16Pogo 16 Timo;rAdvecoto, March 12, 1970 ECLIPSE OF THE SUN AS SEEN FROM LUCAN — Several photographs of Saturday's eclipse of the sun were taken by Lucan free lance photographer Bruce Currie. The accompanying pictures show the various stages of the eclipse during a four hour period between 12:45 and 4:45. Photos by Currie Lucan District man passes away and district news -14111111,miepolalftwo... Phone 227-4517 Correspondent: Mrs, Frances Saward CULBERT DECORATING SERVICE LUCAN Wallpaper SALE Trend Line 89' ROLL PLAIN PATTERNS DISCONTINUED LINES Cte:rt Ing 89' ROLL Special Sale Bundles AT REDUCED PRICES See Mert Ft' Muriel Culbert JUST 3 DOORS EAST OP UNITED CHURCH, PtIONE 227.4766 DINING OUT IS A PLEASURE AT THE Dufferin Hotel CENTRALIA Come And Enjoy These Specials Tues., Mar. 17 — Irish Stew Wed., Mar. 18 — Spare Ribs Thurs., Mar. 19 Cabbage Rolls DINING ROOM OPEN MON. TO SAT. 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to Midnight SUNDAYS from 4:00 to 7:00 Take Out Orders — Phone 228-6648 EVERY FRIDAY and SATURDAY DINNER DANCING In The Harlequin Room 4, Stardust Drive-In RESTAURANT and PIZZA BAR CREDITON WEST HOURS Sun. to Thurs. — 12:00 Noon to 10:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. — 12:00 Noon to 1:00 a.m. SERVING • Southern Fried Chicken • Fish 'n Chips • Jumbo Burgers • Foot Longs • Egg Rolls • Onion Rings • Etc. etc. Fresh from the PIZZA Ovens . ANNOUNCEMENT Joe and Marion are pleased to announce the employment of their son Don, who is a graduate of the Advanced Chef Training Course at George Brown College of Applied Arts and Technology, Toronto. FOR TAKE OUT PHONE 234-6395 Pee wee tournament provides action galore Our congratulations to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 540, Ladies' Auxiliary sponsored Lucan Skaters on their presentation of Thumbelina, Tuesday, March 3. The production was colorful and the youthful skaters, too numerous to name, did an excellent portrayal of the numerous characters. Many thanks to the visiting guest skaters, Miss Sheri Pinner, St. Thomas Figure Skating Club, 1970 Western Ontario Juvenile Champion, who portrayed Thumbelina and to Miss Connie Swallow, also from the St. Thomas Figure Skating Club a 1970 Western Ontario Juvenile competitor. Luanne Taylor portrayed the part of the mother, her daughter Thumbelina, was Sheri Pinner, Western Ontario Juvenile ANGLICAN WORLD DAY OF PRAYER World Day of Prayer, Lucan, was held at the Anglican Parish Hall. Mrs. Gerald Rees spoke on the theme "rake Courage". Representatives from five churches taking part were Mrs. Alan Hill, Mrs. David Kestle, Mrs. Howard Currie, Mrs. James Lockyer and Mrs. Harvey Hodgins. Mrs. Don O'Neil was at the piano. YOUTH MOVEMENT The A.Y.M. met for Holy Communion at 8:00 a.m. Sunday. They will show films to the children Saturday. The next regular meeting will be held March 16. SUNDAY SERVICE , The Sunday School attendance contest is in the home stretch. The class of Jean Barker and Julie Henderson has reached Europe and is now flying home. Mrs. Culbert's class is right behind. Mrs. Carson's class is next and Nancy Hardy's class is next. Last is Mr. Henderson's senior class. Next Sunday is Passion Sunday, the fifth Sunday in Lent. The Sunday School will meet at 9:45 a.m. The Nursery for children five years and under meets at 11:00 a.m. The League of Loyalty for children aged six to twelve meets during the 11:00 a.m. service 'of Morning Prayer. BOARD OF MANAGEMENT The Board will meet at 8:00 p.m. Sunday in Carlisle Hall. A discussion on future planning will take place, ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH Ladies of the Catholic Women's League of St. Patrick's Church held their regular meeting last Tuesdayin the gymtor him of St, Patrick's school. President, Mrs, W. Deunk, opened the meeting with the league prayer. It Was decided to support the Cancer Fund drive and hold a bake sale in May. Champion for 1970 of the St. Thomas Figure Skating Club. Connie Swallow of the St. Thomas Figure Skating Club and a 1970 Western Ontario Juvenile Competitor was guest soloist. Anne Revington portrayed the part of a swallow. Over 75 children took part in costumes of corn cobs, frogs, waterlilies, fish, fawns, bears, flowers and fairies. During intermission the speed skaters played a game of Broomball, refereed by Alan Kraut. Thanks, also to the Producer, Miss Magi Salter, club professional and co-producers Mrs. A. E. Reilly and Mrs. R. Goddard for a job well done and to the spectators for their attendance and moral support. Two teams from 540 journeyed to Ilderton and UNITED CHURCH Rev. W. C. Tupling chose as his interesting topic for Sunday "You, Your Brother, and Your God". He announced that "GOOD NEWS FOR MODERN MAN", the Bible Society translation of the New Testament is available from Mrs. Tupling. He also informed the congregation that the Pentecostal Church members will worship with United Church members Good Friday, when Rev. Gerald Rees will preach the sermon, LEARNING FOR LENT Lucan United Church was the scene of a hurrying group of faithful community folk for its third Wednesday morning "Learning for Lent" program. Mrs. M. H. Hodgins had an interesting presentation for the "Armchair Vacation Group" beginning at Newfoundland, with the land locked harbour at St. John's, travelling down through the Maritimes and into beautiful Cape Breton. Each province was visited and the closing scene was on the edge of the Pacific from Beacon Hill Park, at Victoria, B.C., looking toward the Orient. Mrs. 0. Iredale, TOPS of St. Marys was also an enthusiastic leader in the other interest group. She has now graduated to KOPS and explained how these organizations strengthened her will-power to take off and keep off, the weight which has given her, her life. After the visitation break the discussion group for all continued with Mrs. W. C. Tupliiig in charge, Many participated and all agreed that although freedom and peace are both universal aspirations the word "God" appears to arouse dissention. Experiences from our world and our lives were offered and smaller groups continued the question further. The series continues through March 11 and 18. All are welcome, and in spite of the rainy weather 59 adults and 23 children attended the last meeting, By SID DALEY entered the Canadian Legion Zone A5 Cribbage playdowns. Although they didn't come home with the bacon, the team of Buck Shipway, Gary Jones, Wally Boyes and Sid Daley won a berth in the Canadian Legion District A playoffs to be held in Chatham later this month. We wish the team the best of luck. Don't forget Comrades, any ex-service man or woman be they member of the Legion or not, or any widow or orphan of a veteran, requiring skilled advise relating to disability pension, war veterans' allowance, veterans' land act, student loans or information regarding the numerous service benevolent funds are urged to contact Comrade W. J. Smith, Lucan at phone 227-4554 prior to March 25, for an appointment with visiting Ontario Provincial Command Service Officer. If you happen to know of a comrade who requires any of this FREE LEGION SERVICE please pass the information along to them. The annual Royal Canadian Legion Branch 540 St. Patrick's Day Dance will be held on Saturday, March 14 at the Legion Memorial Hall, Lucan. I am lead to believe on this great day there are only two kinds of people in the world, Irishmen and those who wish they were. So remember the date and bring your lovely colleen, check your shillelagh at the door and let's have a brawl, sorry ball. SECRETARY'S LAMENT I fell asleep the other night, and while I had my snooze, I dreamed each member stepped right up and promptly paid his dues. But when I found 'twas but a dream I nearly threw a fit, It's up to you to make it true, Suggestions please remit. Lois O'Neil of St. Joseph's Hospital, London and Marlene O'Neil, nurse-in-training at the St. Thomas Hospital were Sunday guests of their mother, Mrs. Joe O'Neil. Mr. & Mrs. Allan Tyndall, Wiarton, visited with Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Abbott recently after spending two weeks holiday in Florida. Mrs, Earl Atkinson who has not been well is recuperating at her home. Mr, & Mrs. Jack Lankin, Lucan and Mr. & Mrs. Art McLean, London, have returned home from a trip to California and Texas. Mr. & Mrs. Norman Hankala of Westland, Michigan, were weekend guests of Mr. & Mrs. Aljoe Culbert and also visited Doris Culbert at St. Marys Hospital, London. Mr, & Mrs. Murray Gibson and Elliott McRoberts, 13ryariston were Sunday guests of Mr, & Mrs. Cliff Abbott. Lucan was well represented at the World Day of Prayer at the McCormick Home last Friday when Mrs, McFarland and Miss Abbott were two of the leaders. After two and a half weeks in Victoria, B.C., Mrs. Frank Hardy returned home Friday. While there she was a guest of Mrs. Robert Joseph Morrow, concession 14, London Township, passed away suddenly in London, Thursday, March 5, 1970, in his 40th year. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Westman; his mother, Mrs. Jennie I. Morrow, London Township and two sisters Beth Morrow, London and Irene Morrow of California. The funeral was conducted from the C. Haskett & Son Funeral Home, Lucan, March 7, and burial was in Medway Cemetery. Pallbearers were Austin Bunn, Ernest Dobinson, Henry Finkbeiner, Allan McNair, Charles Hodgins and Pat Crunican. The flowerbearers were Terry, Dennis and Ian Tuck, Angus Murray, Lloyd Fisher and Don Dobinson. Orange group has card party The Orange Men's Euchre party was held March 4 with eight tables playing. The lucky winners were: ladies' high, Mrs. Heber Davis; ladies' lone hands, Mrs. Tom Emery; men's high, Lawrence Beckett; men's lone hands, Heber Shute; box of -groceries, Eric Hodgins. By MRS. THOMAS HERN Zion UCW held the World's Day of Prayer meeting Friday evening with the members of Centralia UCW as their guests. Members taking part in the service were Mrs. Harry Hem, Mrs. Edgar Baker, Mrs. Gerald Hem, Mrs. D. M. Mills, Mrs. Robert Hem, with Mrs. Thomas Hem as pianist. Mrs. Lorne Hem rendered a solo accompanied by Mrs. Earl Miller. A violin selection was played by Rev. R. Wilson accompanied by Mrs. Lorne Hem. Zion UCW Will hold a crokinole party and silent auction March 25 in the church basement. . PERSONALS Mr. & Mrs. Tom L. Hem and Lisa visited Sunday with Mr. & Mrs. Bud Ralph, London. Mr. & Mrs. Don Finch, London were Sunday visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Ray Jaques, Steven and Susan. Marie Barker and relatives. Eight-year-old Paul Abbott, son of Mr. & Mrs. Don Abbott lost a week at school with an attack of measles. The new Frank Street apartment house is now up to the second storey. Lucanites who attended the Euchre at Woodham last Friday, were very successful players. Mrs. Gordon Atkinson won the lucky door prize; Mrs. Rose Atkinson won the high ladies' prize, Evan Hodgins copped the high men's prize and Thomas Emery won the men's lone hands prize, Miss Reta Chown, St. Joseph's Hospital is slowly recovering from her recent operation. Mrs. Joe O'Neil visited her granddaughters Kimberley Ann and Stacee Barbara O'Neil, who were born February 28 at St. Joseph's Hospital. At present their brother Bradley O'Neil is staying with his grandmother. Mrs, James Orr of Parkhill, sister of Harold Corbett, Lucan, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital, Saturday. Funeral services were held at the M. Box Funeral Home, Parkhill. Mr, & Mrs. Alf Burt, Gore Bay, and Mr, & Mrs. E. Turnbull, Grand Bend called on Mr. & .Mrs. Cliff Abbott, Thiarsday, By J. E. BURT The Lucan Pee Wees lacked the luck of the Irish here Saturday in our 14th annual. Shamrock Pee Wee Hockey Tou rnament. In "D" group competition in their first game with Hensall they came from behind with a 2.0 lead to tie Hensall in regulation play. Then, after a 5 minute Anne Hutchinson was chosen Farm Show Princess at the Farm Show in London last week. She was sponsored by Cloverdale Women's Institute. Mrs. Paul Eagleson spent the weekend with relatives in Sarnia. A good crowd of ladies from the Anglican and United Churches attended the Day of Prayer Service in the United Church, Friday when Doreen Baker, R,N. of Grand Bend gave a very interesting talk on her time spent in Malaysia. The Canadian Girls in Training are sponsoring a crokinole party in the Sunday School rooms of the United Church Friday evening. Mr. & Mrs. Harry Winterburn and family of Toronto spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Bullock and family and Mrs. Ed. Bullock. Mrs. Henry Hartle, Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Hutchinson and Sandra of Parkhill visited Saturday evening with Mrs. Arthur Brophey. Mrs. J. H. McGregor of Grand Bend and her daughter, Mrs. Mary Ferguson of Saskatoon visited Wednesday with Mr. & Mrs. Donald McGregor and Ron. Brinsley man dies suddenly By GORDON MORLEY A funeral service was held at Strathcona Baptist Church, Edmonton, February 23 for A. R. (Alf) Trevithick who passed away suddenly in an Edmonton Hospital on February 20. Surviving are his wife, three daughters, (Shirley) Mrs. Paul Coutts, Ottawa; (Joyce) Mrs. Edwin Byram, Calgary; (Audrey) Mrs. Collins Hawkins, Clive, Alberta; brothers Gordon of Edmonton, Scott, Ailsa Craig; James, Thedford; Melvin, Tilbury; Garnet, St. Thomas; Lyle, Detroit and Jack, Ailsa Craig; sisters, Mrs. Olive Hodgson, Red Deer, Alberta; (Estella) Mrs. Howard Dorman, Ailsa Craig; (Amy) Mrs. M. Treat, and (Verna) Mrs. 0. Kieling of Grand Rapids, Mich. Interment was in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Edmonton. UCW The March meeting of the UCW was held in the church basement. Kathleen Morley read the scripture and Mrs. Trevithick gave a devotional reading. Mrs. Harvey Steeper gave a paper from the study "What Is Poverty," followed by a poem given by Mrs. Fenton. Minutes were read and roll call answered by eleven members. A card of thanks was read from Green Gables No. 2 and an invitation to Ailsa Craig UCW for the Easter Thankoffering March 10. Guest speaker will be Doreen Baker. WORLD'S DAY OF PRAYER The St. Marys Guild invited the women of Brinsley UCW to share in the World's Day of Prayer service, Thursday evening. Mrs. Wes Lewis and Mrs. Reta Allison acted as leaders for the program. Gayle Fenton played an accordion solo. Mrs. F. G. James of Parkhill gave the address. PERSONALS Edna Morley visited with her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jim Morley recently. overtime period they were tied in shots on goal, so a second overtime period was played with Hensall scoring to win 3-2, The second game with Ilderton saw Lucan take a 2-0 lead into the third period but Ilderton tied the score and in a 5 minute overtime period Ilderton scored to make it 3-2 to win the "D" Consolation Trophy. Dorchester won the "D" group winners' trophy by beating Ilderton in overtime by shots on goal 15-13 and beating Henan in their second game 3-0. In the "C" group Lambeth took the trophy by winning twice. They defeated Wilton Grove 4-3 in their first game and edged out a 3.2 win over Saltfleet in the final game. Wilton Grove, won the "C" Consolation Trophy by winning their second game 12-0 over Northbrae — who were really out-classed as they were a "D" team playing in "C" competition. In the "B" group Huron East won the trophy with a 5-3 score over Lorne Park, after taking a close 2.1 win over Exeter in the first game. In the consolation game, Exeter won 6.2 as St. Marys spent most of the time in the penalty box. This will kill a team every time. The H. B. Langford Trophy was won by Hensall for being the most sportsman like team off and on the ice, the best goalie of the tournament was Marty Becker of Exeter and the best player award was won by Doug Price of Lorne Park, as picked by our two competent judges Grant Roeszler and Bruce Stewart of South West London. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the boys who helped make the Bantam and Pee Wee tournaments the success that they were, scrapers, sweepers, door boys, judges and the referees. Special mention to Doug Harris who did a fine job of checking the players cards, and looking after the score cards. By MRS. J. H. PATON The Anglican Church Women met March 4th in the home of Mrs. Karl O'Neil. The programme was in charge of Mrs. Arnold Lewis who read a paper on the use of flowers. Rev. R. Carson lead a Bible study. Lunch was served by the hostesses Mrs. K. O'Neil and Mrs. Mary Carter. The next meeting is at Mrs. Mary Carter's March 20th. ST JAMES CHURCH Sunday, Holy Communion was celebrated in St James's Church at 12:45 p.m. Mr. Carson preached on `Covetousness or Contentment.' He said Christians should be contented, happy people because they had the greatest possession of all, 'God' in Jesus Christ. In Hebrews 13:5 we read of God's promise "I will not leave thee nor forsake thee! Rev. Carson said "We need to return to prayer, Bible reading and meditation. Shirley Ryan, Seaforth spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Jack Ryan and visited with her father in South Huron Hospital. Mrs. Roy Dietrich who has had a position in Dublin for the past three months spent the weekend with her family. Mr. & Mrs. Joe Carey and Rita Anne visited Sunday in Wallaceburg with Mr. & Mrs. Clare Rock and family. Mr. & Mrs. Don Ferguson and baby Paul of Bagottville, Quebec are spending two week's winter vacation with the latter's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Norman Ryan and George. DANCE TO THE CAPRIS Saturday, March 14 LUCAN LEGION HALL * Smorgasbord $3.00 Per Couple Club Albatross CENTRALIA INDUSTRIAL PARK Invites You To Our Friday Evening Seashore Dinner 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 Saturday Evening . 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