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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1971-02-25, Page 3V. 6 THE GUM PROPS ARE READY — One of the numbers at Saturday night's annual carnival presented by the Exeter figure skating club will involve a group of gum drops. Shown above are, from the left, Vicky Pfaff, Denise Turnbull, Susan Tieman, Susan Baynham and Candy Dobson. T-A photo Father J. Mooney. Interment was in Mt. Carmel cemetery. Pallbearers were Pat Glavin, Arnold McCann, Michael, Joe and John Ryan and Frank Shortt. GARNET FLYNN Garnet Flynn, Exeter, husband of the late Myrta McFalls, died in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, February 23, 1971, in his 81st year: Mr. Flynn operated a barbershop in Exeter for many years before moving to London several years ago. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be conducted from the Murdy Funeral Home, Lucan, Friday, with interment in St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Lions undertake seal campaign Members of the Exeter Lions Club will be busy at their regular meeting tonight, Thursday preparing for the upcoming Easter Seal campaign. The seals will be packaged and envelopes stamped. Crippled children chairman George Busche, said the envelopes will be in the mail by March 11. Harold Patterson is chairman of the Easter Seals campaign. Sneak thieves back in area Merchants of the district are being warned to be on the lookout for sneak thieves. Town police chief Ted Day reports this week that a sneak thief has been active •in Huron County recently, Day has the following suggestions for merchants: "Please do not leave cash boxes or money tills unattended' or you will lose your lot. If you find anyone acting suspiciously do not hesitate to call our department. Prevention is better than cure." Pineridge — Continued from front page All further races were called off because of mechanical failures with some of the equipment. The Hensall entry was composed of Reeve John Baker and councillors Murray Baker and Harold Knight. Ken McCarter, George Haggitt and Doug Armstrong made up the Zurich team with McCarter doing double duty teaming up with Councillors Harold Campbell and Lionel Wilder for Hay Township. Film coverage of the weekend events at the Pineridge Chalet will be shown on Midweek Magazine on CFPL TV tonight, Thursday at seven o'clock. EXETER UNITED CHURCH Exeter, Ontario Minister: Rev. Glen D. Wright, B.A.,B.D. Organist & Choirmaster: Mr. Robert Cameron Music Director: Mrs. Roland McCaffrey 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School 11:00 a.m.—SPECIAL YOUTH SERVICE FEATURING "THE CONTEMPORARYS" of SARNIA. Nursery For Courtesy Car Phone 235-1063 TRIVITT MEMORIAL CHURCH Rector: Rev. G. A. Anderson Organist: Mr. David Elston First Sunday in Lent February 28 8:00 a.m.—Holy Communion Corporate Communion for Anglican Church Women followed by Breakfast. 11:00 a.m.—Morning Prayer Sunday School and Nursery Everyone is Welcome at the Anglican Church. CALVARY United Church of Canada DASHWOOD Minister: Rev. Bruce Guy, B.A. Organist: Mrs. K. McCrae Sunday, February 28 10:00 a.m.—Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.—Sunday School ZION UNITED CHURCH CREDITON Minister: Rev. Douglas Warren, B.A.,B.D. Sunday, February 28 10:00 a ,m.7-Morning Worship Nursery for children 3 years and Under. 11:15 a.m.—Sunday School Classes for all ages 8:00 p.m.—Evening FelloWsbip Hour at the manse. All are welcome EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH Huron St. West Fundamental — Evangelical 11:00 a.m.—"The 13iblical Basis for Missions'" 4 7:30 pan,—Mr. and. Mrs. Frank Bale, Missionary Appointees to Brazil; plus Slides of the Mission Field in 13razil. Sunday School for all the Family 9:45 a.m. Nursery facilities at all Sunday services. Prayer and Bible Study Wed., 8:00 p.m. Mrs. 1E. A. Keyes, Organist Rev. R. H. Thyme, Pastor' Telerthorte 235-2476 "Where The Whole Bible Is Wholly Taught" , . Mrs. Garnet Hicks is a patient Tuesdays 8:00 p.m.—Bible Study in Victoria Hospital, London, ' where she underwent surgery Wednesday. Rev. IL Wuerch APR LESS 22' ,h 49' i„ ib 49' .59 4 3/$1 31$1 Bread SPARE RIBS BACON loaf Fresh Rindless CHICKEN heider's LEGS Fresh SAUSAGE Homemade FRENCH FRIES 2 lb. bags Supreme Frozen ORANGE JUICE 12 oz. CUSTOM CUTTING & LOCKER RENTAL DASHWOOD Phone 237-3471 By the Month or Year. BOYLE'S LUCKY DOLLAR Try Our SIDES of BEEF Cut, Wrapped & Frozen Flannelette was to be purchased for a layette. The members are busy knitting and sewing for the annual faster donation to the CAS. WI The Women's Institute met in the village hall February 18. The hostess Mrs. Clara Hamilton and committee served dessert and coffee before the meeting commenced. Mrs, Mabel Gill chaired the meeting and "Health" was the theme used by Mrs, Wm, Baker, convener. The roll call was answered by A Suggestion for a Sick Friend. The motto, the secret of happiness is having something to do, was ably given by Mrs, Baker. Guest speaker, Doreen Baker RN chose as her topic "Drugs" CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Chamber of Commerce met in the village hall, February 22 when Angelo Maruca chaired the meeting. A letter from village council was read assuring the Chamber of their annual grant of $1500 for 1971 During the business period it was decided to buy a typewriter for the secretary. A letter from the PUC informed the Chamber that they had re-considered their action on not leasing the present information office and have Court — Continued from front page stated it looked as though the cars were being used as weapons by the two drivers to take the law into their own hands. Crown Attorney W. G. Cochrane said it was an incident "outside the category of horse play". In other cases, the following penalties were imposed: James G. Gould, Exeter, was fined $39 for a speed of 73 in a 60 m.p.h. zone. Frank Binns, Owen Sound, was fined $20 for a speed of 50 in a 40 m.p.h. zone. Dennis F. McLeod, Parkhill, was fined a total of $70 on two charges under the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act. He paid $40 for failing to procure a license for his machine and $20 for not having any insurance. 4,,,••••••* The first meeting of the Kirkton No. 4 4-H club "Focus on Fitness" was held at the home of Mrs. Don Atkinson. The new officers are:. President, Jo-Anne Scott; vice-president, Nancy Jaques; secretary, Linda Marshall; cover designers, Dianne and Denise Robinson; telephone secretaries, Michele Robinson and Pamela Redd. The St. Paul's ACW met Wednesday evening at the home of 'Mrs. Alex Irvine. Mrs. Wm. Waghorn read the story of the life of Mrs. Bishop Stringer, a missionary. Lunch was served by Mrs. Maurice Blackler and hostess. The Kirkton Scouts, Guides,, Brownies and Cubs, together Editorial staff gets extra help Times-Advocate Working at this week is The Exeter Cheryl Purdey, a second-year student at the University of Western Ontario. The T-A is one of the papers in south western Ontario that offers on-the-spot training to students interested in 'a writing career. Cheryl, who has learned a lot about the Exeter folks in the few days she has been here, comes from Thunder Bay, Ontario. With their leaders, attended the church service at the Kirkton United Church Sunday, Feb. 21. Unemployment up in Huron OHERYL,PURDCY Statistics show an increase in unemployment this year. The Canada Manpower Centre in Goderich shows that the number of unemployed registered at the end of January 1971 was 999, as compared to 852 unemployed registered at the end of January, 1.970. These figures apply to all of Huron County, excluding a few northern townships. Mr. Hey, of the Goderich Office, said that one of the reasons for the increase was the publicity given to the proposed opening of Bell Aerospace in Grand Bend where many farmers, not usually registered with the office, applied for winter work. GB centre — Continued from front page The Centre will be located next door to the public school in Grand Bend, The site, consisting of approximately 30,000 square feet of land, was donated by the Lions Club of Grand Bend, and plans for the Centre were donated by the Arkona Lions Club, These plans were also used for the construction of the Arkona Medical Centre which was recently completed. Administration of the Centre, when completed, will be in the hands of a five-man board, consisting of chairman, two vice chairmen, a secretary and a treasurer. The board will be responsible to a Board of Directors. Any person who makes a donation to the Centre will be classified as a member of the Centre and will be eligible to hold office. Members of the Committee said that construction of the building should begin in April, and if support continues the way it has been going, the Centre should be in full operation by the beginning of July. CAVEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Minister: Rev. Wilfred D. Jarvis, B.A., B.D. Organist: Mr. Robert McIntosh Sunday, February 28 10:15 a.m.—Sunday School 11:15 a.m.—Lent 1 Wed., 8:00 p.m. — Session Thurs., 8:00 p.m. — Board of Managers CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 10:00 a.m.—Rev. G. Nonnekens from Orangeville (English) 2:15 p.m.—Rev. G. Nonnekens from Orangeville (English) PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Andrew and, George Streets Pastor: Rev. Earl Steinman 9:15 a.m.—Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.—Sunday School MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICE Thursday 7:30 p.m. ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH DASHWOOD Pastor: Rev. Earl Steinman 9:45 a.m,—Sunday School 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICE Wednesday 8:00 p.m. Churches of the Lutheran Hour EXETER PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE MAIN AT VICTORIA Rev. Austin Gedcke 9:45 a.m.—Sunday School (For the whole family) 11:00 a.m.— Morning Worship 7:30 p.m.—Evening Worship Tues., 8 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer "A Warm Welcome Awaits You At The Pentecostal Church" CENTRALIA FAITH TABERNACLE Undenominational 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School 11:15 a.m.—Morning Worship 8:00 p.m.—Evangelistic Service CHARLES EDWARD ACHESON Charles Acheson passed away at South Huron Hospital, February 18, 1971, in his 65th year. He is survived by his wife the former Ann Bossenberry, Exeter, his daughter, Mrs. John (Sally) Woods, London, a sister, Miss Amelia Acheson of Exeter, and a brother T. Bev Acheson of Winnipeg. Mr. Acheson started out his business career with the Bank of Montreal but later switched to the hotel business in Forest. In 1947 he returned to Exeter to operate the Central Hotel with his sister, Amelia. He was a sports enthusiast from his youth and particularly enjoyed hockey and harness racing. The funeral was conducted from Hopper-Hockey Funeral Home, February 20, with the Rev. George Anderson officiating. Burial was in Exeter Cemetery. Pallbearers were Reg McDonald, Mel Keating, Bruce Medd, Chick Sills, Jack Woods and Jim Young. MRS. JEANETTE ALLEN Mrs. Jeanette Allen, Exeter, wife of the late George Allen, passed gvay in' South Huron Hospital, February 20, 1971, in her 86th year. She is survived by three sons, Glen of Newton, Case and Lome, both of Exeter, fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was also the mother of the champion fiddler and writer of country music, Ward Allen, of Hull, Quebec, who predeceased her in 1965. Another son, Earl of Edmonton, died in 1966. Mrs. Allen had lived all her life in Usborne Township where she was an active member of Kirkton United Church, and later at James Street United after she moved to Exeter, six years ago. Hopper-Hockey Funeral Home directors conducted the funeral with Rev. Glen Wright officiating, February 22. Temporary entombment was in Exeter Cemetery. Pallbearers included Jack Duncan, Ken Duncan, Laverne Stone, Ross Francis, John McElrea and Ross Tufts. C. RAY LAMMIE The community lost a respected and active citizen When Ray Lammie, passed away at Victoria Hospital, London, February ,20, 1971, in his 62nd year. Besides his wife, the former Vera Dunn, Mr. Lammie' is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Jean McLaughlin, and his son Robert, both of Exeter; two sisters Miss Greta and Miss Amy Lammie of Hensail, and two grandchildren, Mr. Lammie had served as post master for twenty years in the village of Centralia. An active member in the Masonic Lodge since 1953 he proceeded through the various chairs from Master to Past Master. He was also secretary of the Past Masters' Association. He was an enthusiastic promo ter for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind and was a member of the Red ..'00Voi#H Kim Pridham, daughter of Dr, and Mrs. T. J. Pridham, won the Horne and School draw for the Ice Capacie performance, February 26. G. Mike Hodgert, Exeter, his daughter, Marjorie, and so n iri-laW Ray Bennewi es, London, have returned from Vaeaticining in Las Vegas, Nevada, Where they attended erformances given by Avis Presley and Phyllis Diner. Cross and Cancer societies. He also served as a village trustee for many years. A masonic service was conducted Monday evening and the funeral was held at the Hopper-Hockey Funeral Home, Tuesday, with the Rev. Robert Wilson officiating. The pallbearers were Ken Hodgins, Laverne Heywood, Ray Shoebottom, Tom Tomes, Harry Strang and Harvey Pfaff. Burial was in Exeter Cemetery. ALBERT OSTLAND Albert Ostland, Exeter, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital, London, February 21, 1971, in his 63rd year. Mr. Ostland is survived by his wife, the former Olive Taylor, two children, Eric of Hanover and Mrs. Ray (Connie) Gavy of Oshawa, and four grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Mrs. Ross (Jean) Mills,',of Monroe, Michigan; Mrs. Marguerite Haley and Mrs. Ray (Bernice) Jewell of St. Thomas; and Mrs. James (Kay) Graham, of Lambeth. Mr. Ostland served in the R.C.A.F. from 1941 until he was honorably discharged in September, 1945., Shortly after, he was engaged as the resident-superintendent of the Exeter Cemetery. He joined the R. E. Pooley Exeter Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion in 1945, and was a dedicated and valued member. Elected to the executive, he served in offices of vice-president, president, treasurer and assistant treasurer. He also served on the Service Officers Committee for several years. The funeral Service was held Wednesday with Rev. Glen Wright of Exeter United Church officiating. Pallbearers were Glen Robinson, Harvey Pfaff, Reg MacDonald, Harold Holtzmann, Gordon McTavish, and Gordon Beiber. Flower bearers included Doug Wedlake, Gerry Lawson, Cliff Brintnell and Bill Snell. A Legion guard of honor was in attendance. Interment in Exeter cemetery. JOHN RYAN John Ryan, formerly of Mount Carmel, died at his residence in Chicago, Illinois, February '17, 1971, in his 86th year. He is survived by his sisters, Mary, Nellie and Elizabeth Ryan, all of Chicago, and brothers James Ryan of Gary, Indiana, Dr. Frank Ryan, Dr. Leonard Ryan, and Dr. Hubert Ryan, all of Chicago, and a number of nieces and nephews. The Harry Hoffman Funeral Home' made the funeral arrangements and requiem mass was sung at the Church of Our Lady, February 20, by Rev. Benefit euchre held By MRS.CLARK KENN4DY GRAND BEND Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Webb of Grand Bend, marked the 50th anniversary of their wedding day, February 22. They were married in 1921 at the Grace An lican Church, Greenvvay, Mr, and Mrs. Webb farmed on the B-Line Concession of Stephen Township from 1921 until 1949 when they moved to Green Acres in Grand Bend where they still reside. Saturday, a dinner and social evening was held in their honour at the Old Theatre Banquet Hall in Grand Bend. Attending were their children Mr. and Mrs. William Whyte of Sarnia, Mr. and Mrs. Norris Webb of Woodham, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Webb of London, and Mr. Jack Mann of Toronto, Mr, and Mrs. Ron Webb of Thunder Bay and their family were unable to be present. Also present were their grandchildren from Pembroke, Blyth, London, Woodham, Sarnia and Toronto and several of their sisters and brothers. A corsage was presented to each on behalf of six great-grandchildren BENEFIT EUCHRE The benefit euchre held Friday evening, sponsored by the Anglican Church ladies. Eleizen tables of euchre, followed by a delicious lunch, was enjoyed by all. Proceeds will go to the Medical Centre. Prizes were won by Mr. and Mrs. L. Hirtzel of Centralia, Mrs. Susie Devine, Verne Ridley; lone hands, Mrs. A. Crown and Mrs. Henry Green. Door prizes winners were Mrs. Colin Love, Max Turnbull and Mrs. Carmen Lovie. UCW United Church Women general meeting was held February 16 in the church. Mrs. R. Keyes, assisted by Mrs. L. Mason, conducted the worship. President Mrs. Wm. Blewett chaired the meeting for the business. A father and son banquet was planned for March 17. Fifty dollars was sent to overseas relief to the blanket fund; $250.00 was donated to the medical centre. Discussion on improvements of kitchen and nursery brought action and a committee was appointed to get the job done. The program for the evening was an informal get-to-gether in five groups using topic excerpts from the London Free Press on the business of General Council of the UC held in Niagara Falls recently. Following this the members retired to the kitchen for a sale of homemade chicken soup made by Mrs. R. Keyes. ORPHA CLUB The Orpha Club met at the home of Mrs. C. Kennedy, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Agnes Smith opened the meeting with a reading entitled, "The World is Mine." During the business period, it was decided to purchase Barbie dolls for one of the workers to knit outfits for. By MRS. G. HOOPER The monthly eighth line community social was held at Anderson Hall Saturday evening Those winning prizes were: ladies lone hands, Mrs. Garnet Baker; ladies high, Mrs. H. O'Brien, ladies low, Mrs. Grant Thomson; gents lone hands, H. O'Brien; gents high, L. Cowdrey ; gents low, T. Harlton. PERSONALS Mr. & Mrs. Don Carter, Mr. & Mrs. Ken Parkinson and Ruth G. Hooper of Niagara Falls, Jeanette Hooper of Toronto spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Gladwyn Hooper. Mr. Don Langford of Toronto, and Mr. Walter Langford of Kitchener, spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Ken Langford and Carl. Mr. Tom Parkinson of London spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Ken Parkinson. Febrvory -25, 1971 .40.4 • decided that the .chamber can continue to operate at the same location. PFli.SONALS Me. Sz Mrs. W.B.F. MacLaren moved last. week into their newly re-modelled home on Walker St. Mrs. Louise Wilson left .Saturday for a two week .visit with relatives in Youngstown, Ohio, Mrs, Kathryn Pagel and Mrs. Alice Backman visited a few days this week with Mrs, Leroy i3erite,au, Mr. & Mrs, Jack Allister visited in Hamilton for a few days this week. Gary Wifiert, of Waterloo University visited - over the weekend at his home here. Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Lee visited over the weekend with friends in Flint, Mich. Accidents — Continued from front page and the driver sustained a minor injury. Damage was set at $500 by Constable Dale Lamont, At 10:00 a.m. a car driven 133) Douglas Lightfoot, RR 1 Crediton, was backing from a private lane, skidded on ice and hit a tree, Constable Bob Whiteford set damage at $175. A hit and run was reported Friday when a car parked by John David Pryde, Exeter, was hit by an unknown vehicle in a Hensall parking lot. Damage was $200. The other two crashes occurred Sunday, the first at 4:35 a.m. when a car driven by Barry Herbert Morlock, RR 2 Crediton, went out of control on Huron St. about a mile west of Exeter. The vehicle hit a telephone pole and then rolled on top of a fence. Constable Bill Glassford listed damage at $500. He investigated the other crash at 2:45 p.m., involving a vehicle operated by Gary Arthur Eagleson, Exeter. He hit a snowbank on the sixth concession of Usborne while attempting to avoid hitting another car. His vehicle rolled over and damage was listed at $500. By MRS. HAROLD DAVIS BETHEL REFORMED CHURCH Huron Strait East Rev. Harman Hoeg, Minister Sunday, February 28 10:00 a.m.—Morning Worship English 2:00 p.m.—Afternoon Wdrship English 3:00 p.m.—Sunday School 'Conic and Worship' FAITH and LIFE CRUSADE with • RALPH S. BELL Associate Evangelist, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association March 7 to 14 8 P.M. NIGHTLY ZURICH COMMUNITY CENTRE Sponsored by local and area churches Honour annive y rsar cou ple PROCLAMATION! THE BAHA'I FAITH IS COMING TO EXETER Saturday, Feb. 27 6:00 - 11 :00 at EXETER LEGION in the Ladies' Auxiliary Room MUSIC — RAP SESSIONS — COFFEE "A New Message for a New Age"