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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1970-11-19, Page 10Pa9.:10, 'Tim"; Advocate, .November 19, 1.970 2u4 wee eaa Facts N' Fancies By Gwyn deage? THIS WEEK IS YOUNG CANADA BOOK WEEK — John and Christine Cairns, children pf Mr. and Mrs. John Cairns who have just recently moved to Exeter have already discovered and are making use of some of the hundreds of books in the Children's Library. Mrs. Warren Sanders, librarian, checks out their books for them. T-A photo Children's library, busiest place in the community A that the couple weren't married and it didn't take him long to figure out that 'they were living in sin', Angrily he denounced them with accusations and condemnations and told them that while he couldn't keep them from attending his church they could never be accepted into the membership of the congregation. The visit ended with the man ordering the minister from the house and the lady in tears. The couple vowed never to attend church again. But, strange things happen and a few weeks later our friend was talking to a fellow employee who happened to mention he was a Christian. Just waiting his chance to get even, the man lashed out and in no uncertain terms, told the other fellow what he thought about Christians and why they were all bigots. His fellow employee listened quietly and then said, "Why don't you come to my church...I think you'll find it different there." Reluctantly, because he didn't want his common-law wife to be hurt again, our man finally agreed, and the next Sunday they were picked up and driven to church. The members and minister gave them a fine welcome but when the clergy visited them a little later, they were suspicious and uptight. When he asked no personal question, they insisted on telling him of their relationship, The tirade of condemnation they expected didn't happen. Instead, they were invited to attend some of the church activities. "If we want to, could we join your church?" they demanded. "Certainly," was the reply. The result was they both became busy in church organizations. The man began to get excited about 'this Christianity thing'. He attended a Bible study group, was converted, and a short time later both he and the lady were confirme d. THEN they began to question their relationship with each other. Both agreed they could no longer go on living as they had. Divorces cost money but they were determined, and, bit by bit, they saved enough to cover the cost of two divorces, When I spoke to the man the final decrees were about to be processed, and, as I said in the beginning, the wedding plans were in the making. He showed unashamed pleasure when he proudly introduced me to his fiancee. It is a happy ending to a story of heartbreak and despair. But I am haunted by a question? I wonder how I and my church would have reacted to a similar circumstance? I wonder how your church would have handled it? I know what Jesus Christ would have done/ PERMS RegcSmoo $740 Peg, $8,00 „ —$6.00 This Special Runs For The Entire Month of November PRE-CHR1STMAS Special SAVE NOW ON YOUR PERMS DOREEN'S 8eaufy Salon Dashwood Phone 237 -3536 For Appointment Rebekahs honor assembly president and conductor The Pride of Huron Rebekah Lodge held a banquet and meetingNovember 9 in S.H.D.H.S. The installing team formed a guard of honor for head table guests, which included Miss Audrey Miller Ottawa, the Rebekah assembly president of Ontario; Mrs. Margaret Duckworth the assembly conductor; Mrs. Gerald McFalls district deputy president of District 23 and Mr. McFalls: Mr. Fraser D D grand master of district VIII and Mrs. Fraser, Brussels; Benson Sutter, grand senior warden of the grand encampment of Ontario and IVIrS. Sutter; Mrs. Gerald Skinner, noble grand, Mrs. Robt. Ball, vice grand of Exeter Lodge. A friendship degree was conferred on six candidates following the banquet. Members from Goderich, Clinton, Seaforth, Brussels and Hensall were guests and each lodge took part in the degree work. Greetings were brought from other lodges and Miss Miller gave the address. She stated, "Let us do our good deeds to-day, we pass this way but once. Let us not serve for the honor we gain but for the joy and happiness we give to others. Withhold your down grade remarks until you have measured them." The collection was sent as a donation to the visual eye research foundation. Two hundred guests were in attendance. Here's Another Good Buy DYNEL WIGS $39oo $AVE on PERMS During Our Pre-Christmas Specials Reg. $ 50 Reg. $850 $10 ..... . . , . $12 Reg. $15 90" $20 . , Reg s125° Prices Effective Until December 12 Call Diane Heywood or Bonnie Mason For An Appointment MARYHELEN RETURNS TO WORK DECEMBER 3 Maryhelen's STY LING 235-1482 Exeter Corner Huron & Andrew St. A 4 0 44 ' Kam LUNCHEON MEAT 12 oz, tin 49 This is the story told to me by a man from another town Who was going to be married in a few weeks. The date was set, the church and clergy arranged for, and the invitations were in the mail. Nothing very unusual about any of that, But wait, listen. This man was marrying a woman he had lived with for 17 years 12 of them in a common4aw arrangement. . What made them decide to get married was the story he related to me: He had been married when a young man, He and his wife had had two children but the marriage was a miserable affair. While the youngsters were still preschoolers his wife left never to return. This man loved his children and tried to care for them, but as an ordinary working man with a limited pay cheque there was no way he could hire a fall time house- keeper. Because he was unable to make suitable arrangements The Children's Aid Society reluctantly removed the children from the distraught father and placed them in foster homes. After they started school he was able to hire a babysitter to stay with them until he arrived home from work and the CAS allowed the youngsters to be reunited with their dad on a trial basis. The going was tough. He did their washing, ironing, mending, packed their lunches and prepared their other meals. Worried sick he was afraid he still wasn't caring for them adequately and that once again the children would be taken from him. At work he met a woman who was in a similar dilemma. Deserted by her husband she was supporting a young son who lived with relatives in another town. She saw him on occasional weekends and was tortured by lonliness and frustration. Understanding each other's feelings of desperation, this unhappy mother and this anxious father evolved a plan. He suggested that though he couldn't pay her a salary, he' could provide a home, food and clothing for her and her small son if she, in return, would keep his house and look after his little ones. The plan worked well, but became snagged when they be- came too fond of each other and eventually began living as husband and wife. The man told me the only time he had darkened a church door was the day of his first marriage. He knew nothing of church or Christianity. On the other hand, the woman had been raised in a religious setting and she started to feel the need of getting back into a relationship with God and church people. To please her, they selected a church and began attending the services. In due time the minister came -to call. He knew, since the lady used her legal married name. MR. AND MRS. ALEX MCFALLS C ouple celebrate 50th anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Alex McFalls quietly celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary November 13 at their home. They were married at Trivett Memorial rectory November 13, 1920, by Rev. A. Trump er. They have two daughters, Miss Burdine McFalls, R.N. of Detroit and Mrs. Ross (Bonnie) Lester of Brigden and two grandchildren, Alan and Charlene Lester. Their daughters provided a dinner with a 50th anniversary wedding cake. The guests included their neighbors, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Atkinson and Robert, Mr. & Mrs. John McAllister, Mr. & Mrs. Carl Theander, and Mr. Ross Lester, Alan and Charlene. Del Monte Mix or Match VEGETABLES Peas, Corn, Beans etc. Fl Oa nocz\ ; 7/ $1.0 Bicks PICKLES Sweet M ixed, D I Is and Yum Yum 15 oz. Jar 39 4- Maple Leaf CHEESE SLICES Regular or Individual 8 oz. Pkg. 39 A place where children can get knowledge off the shelf is at the local Children's Library situated on the lower floor of the main library on Main Street. Bright„ airy with gay paper mache nursery rhyme figures placed about the room, it is designed to attract girls and boys as they discover the wonderful world of books. Low tables and chairs meet the comfort of even the littlest people. The books on the shelves cover multi-interest subjects from animal stories for small children, adventure tales for older girls and boys, to sports and science stories. The library is a place where children are free to persue their own particular interest. "It's the busiest place in town," said Mrs. Warren Sanders, librarian of the children's section. "Libraries have changed tremendously in the last two years. I'm sure it would be a real eye-opener to most people to see how the children are making use of our facilities, especially the new resource centre. New regulations have recently come into effect which allows any resident in Huron and Middlesex to have access to books in all libraries of the two counties, The inter-loan system connects Exeter library to all other libraries and if a book is not available in the local institution it Mrs, E.. Jackson speaks at UCW Mrs, E. .0aelreOn was. guest speaker at the meeting of Unit 2, Exeter United ChurCh Women,. Thursday.Her subject was making the Most of Your Handicap, Mrs, Rufus pestle was in charge of the program and recited, In Flanders' Fields, and, expressed a few thoughts in keeping with Remembrance Day, Mrs. Edward Finkbeiner favored with a medley of piano instrumentals. Mrs. Chas, Snell, leader, was in charge of the business and plans for the bazaar were finalized. Remove floor scratches by rubbing, with fine steel wool dipped in floor waX- SPECIAL NOTICE FROM REDER'S FLORIST UNDER New Management We are in no way involved in billings prior to June 17, 1970. Nor are we associated with Their manner of eollection. DOUG PALMER ROBIN HOOD OATS Quick or Instant 51b. bag 79 KLEENEX White or Coloured 400's 3/$l00 All lean Tender Aged Beef Red and Blue Brand Round Steak or Roasts Sirloin Tips and Rump Roasts California U.S. No. 1 can be readily procured from another library in a matter of two or three days, "It's the only place you get something free," said Mrs. Sanders, as she pointed out that no fee is charged to join any of the libraries in Huron or Middlesex. This is Young Canada Book Week and it' you haven't yet introduced your child to the Children's Library, this would be a good time for you and him to drop in and sign up at this important educational and recreational establishment. MANY SATISFIED CUSTOMERS shopped at the Exeter United Church bazaar, Saturday. Mrs. Ross Tuckey helps a shopper choose one of many aprons which were for sale. 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