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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-02-15, Page 14Lucan and district news Phone. 227-075 .Correspondent; Mrs. Roy Pykeman Children line up for Sunday's snowmobile rides at the Lucan Legion PRETTY SNOW QUEEN CONTESTANTS -- The judges at Saturday night's Kirkton-Woodham Winter Ccirnivol Queen contest were faced with a tough problem inpicking o winner from 11 contestants. They are from the left, Queen Diane Walker, Marian Von Roestel, Bonnie Smith, Princess Joanne Scott, Julie Webb, Beth Passmore, Peggy Simpson, Lois Bedford, Gwen Mills, Eleto Tuck end Monica Eveleigh, TWA photo, CARNIVAL RACE OFFICIALS — The snowmobile races Sunday at the Kirkton-Woodham Winter Carnival were successful. Shown above checking entries are Norris Atthill, Dennis Richardson and Stan Francis. T-A photo Plan growth by Easter at Revival Centre Sponsors of the Saturday events were Atthill's Esso, Kirkton Market, Russeldale Farm Equipment, John 1111111111111,1111111111111111111111111111,11111011111111111,111110 Lucan personals '1111111 lllllll 1111.11 llllllllllllllllllllllllll I llllllll 1111,11111 Mrs. Archie Sinclair is a patient at St. Joseph's Hospital. Mr. & Mrs. Allen Tindall are holidaying in Florida. The Rev. R.A. Carson, Mrs. Wm, Haskett and Mrs. Clarence Haskett called on former Lucanites in the McCormick home last week. Christine Hines and David Mycork of New Mills, Man- chester, England, who are visiting with Mr. & Mrs. James Mycock, Lucan were Wednesday dinner guests of Mr. & Mrs. Archie Sinclair. 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Luxurious white durable simulated leather cover, decorated in silver Size 8'•x10" lee/Cd/lp l• ar Your Engagement Announced Free With Your Order exeferZiniessibueede 235-1331 DALEY'S WEEKLY COMMENTS Pap 1 11 Feb15, 1973 Couple die in accident A Goderich area man and his sister were killed in a two truck crash on No. 4 highway about a mile and a half north. of Clan- deboye late Wednesday night. Killed in the crash were Francis Gordon Jewell, RR 6, Goderieh and his sister Shirley Jewell of the same address. Mr. Jewell was the driver of a 1973 pick-up truck. A passenger in the Jewell vehicle Patsy Madsen, RR 3, Auburn was taken to University hospital in London with serious injuries. Driver of the other truck, a transport type owned by Maislin Transport of Toronto was Arthur Freelyn Haines of Hanover. Haines was also taken to University hospital. Lucan OPP constable Neil Campbell was the investigating officer of the crash which took place at 11.35 Wednesday night. He set total damages at $10,300. Dr. Bev Robinson of London was the coroner. A total of $900 damages was incurred in a two car crash early Saturday afternoon on Middlesex county road 22 at the Black sideroad intersection in McGillivray township. Involved were vehicles driven by Geoffrey Stevenson, 77 Doncaster Avenue. London and John R. Lake, Hyde Park. Constable James Craig in- vestigated. The only other accident of the week for the Lucan detachment took place early Sunday morning on No. 4 highway at the westerly end of the Clandeboye curve. A pedestrian Donna Gibson walking west was struck by a vehicle driven by Peter H, Van deborne, RR 2, Denfield She was taken to St. Joseph's hospital, London suffering from a broken arm when she was brushed by the car. Call tenders at Biddulph Biddulph township will be calling tenders for two contracts in the near future. At the February meeting council instructed clerk Austin Hodgins to advertise for tenders on the Scott Drain and the road superintendent was asked to call tenders for the supply, crushing and hauling of 12,000 cubic yards of gravel. Word was received from the Ontario Ministry of Tran- sportation and Communications than the 197 Vallottitt nt-f or -road subsidy for Biddulph would be $34,900, the same as last year. Council decided to make a contribution to the cost of renovating dressing room and washroom facilities at the Lucan arena. Building permits were ap- proved for Lawrence Hodgins, Lot 37, Concession 3 and Joe Mcllhargey, Lot 23, Concession 9. Both are for barn construction, A two mill requisition from the Granton and area fire depart- ment for 1973 was approved. Nephews act as pallbearers Sister Mary Angeline Kelly, the former Irene Kelly, passed away after a long illness at St. Joseph's Hospital, January 29, 1973. She was a member of "The Pines" community, and was in her 54th year as a member of the Ursuline Religious order. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James C. Kelly, Lucan and is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Mary Hogan, Lucknow, Miss Margaret Kelly, Lucan and Mrs. Joseph E. Ryan, Richmond, Michigan. She was predeceased by several brothers, including Rev. Monseigneur J.D.Kelly of the London Diocese. The funeral mass was celebrated February 1, 1973 with interment February 2 at St. Anthony's Cemetery. Her nephews acted as pallbearers. By SID DALEY Somebody up there must like us did you ever see such ideal weather for Branch 540's third annual snow vehicle party for the Children of Lucan and area. We estimate that at least 300 children took advantage of the fine sunny but cool Sunday. The fine lassies of 540's Sports club were kept mighty busy trying to keep up with the ap- petites of the hungry youngsters who took full advantage of the hot dogs and hot chocolate supplied between rides, The Comrades of Branch 540 wish to extend their grateful thanks to the following Ladies for preparing and keeping the supply lines open: Mesdames Helen Dauncey, Mary Cronyn, Sarah Hayter, Shirley Stuckless, Stella Fisher, Doris Lightfoot and Edith Worthington. Also to Roy 'Hill Billy' Hodgins and his mighty band of snow vehicle enthusiasts, would you believe 26, in the persons of Bev Hirtzel, Don Hirtzel, Doug Hodgins, Gary Hayter, Don Riley, Don Leitch, Rick Gwalch- mai, Geo. Dauncey, Wes. Hickson, Bob Hickson, John MacDonald, Norris MacDonald (Leamington) Steve Storey, Charlie Glenn, John Ward, John Riddell, Doug Johnston, Jim Hickson, Don Froats, Terry Hickson, Lawrie Carter, Bill Insley, Marien van Arenthals and Herman Langford. What can we say but thank you so much for spending your Sunday afternoon making a lot a children happy. Branch 540's Citizenship Chairman, Comrade Bill Smith has advised Friday, February 23 is the date of our Public Speaking Contest at branch level — the winners of which will participate in the Zone Contest the following day. This is a date to keep open as these young orators can open your eyes on, the diversity of i.ihjectkpn which„tbey speak 4K, the research entered into -,"isc amazing. See you there folks and as usual our good ladies of the Auxiliary will have lunch prepared for your enjoyment following the contest. Believe it or not folks "Daley's Weekly Comments” got its first Explorers make water collage The 4th expedition of the Lucan-Clandeboye Explorers was held February 5 in the United Church with everyone con- tributing several pictures of water uses for a collage. Shortage of water in India is one of the problems which will be studied. Donna Hodgins conducted opening ceremony and 10 girl answered roll call with a fact about India'. Mrs. Wm. Froats showed slides on India and discussion centered on crops, work, hospitals and missionaries who serve in them. By this. these people show their love and that they are the "church in the world". After making "fact cards" of things learned from the pictures the girls divided into teams and used these in a contest, Wendy Hearn gave the offering dedication Mrs. Don O'Neil told about Mr. & Mrs, Jim Gilmore, missionaries to India, who put the Explorer motto, "Be doers of the word and not hearers only" into practice when they help people. Singing and games were followed by the closing prayer. Ideal day fan letter last week. Imagine my amazement when I found the post mark to be Lachine, Quebec. Yep I was quite elated with the fine remarks made, did a lot for my ego, didn't realize the Times Advocate had such a wide coverage. In fact the letter writer wanted more information with relation to Lucan and Exeter and feels he would like to move his family to Exeter (of all places). However I forwarded the letter, together with a copy of my im- mediate letter of reply to my fan (ahem), to our good friend Ross Haugh, who will make sure it gets into the proper hands. Sunday, February 25 will be the date of Branch 540's second mixed bowling party. That's right between the hours of 3.00 and 5,00 p.m., we will once again invade the Lucan Lanes and take over, Following the games we all return to the Lucan Legion for a pot luck dinner. If the dinner is anything like the last one, those of you who didn't attend are in for a great surprise, so help me, never saw anything like it. One thing folks, all players are urged to be on time for once the games get under way late corners are out of luck. Of course this would not bar you from the pot luck dinner. Remember it doesn't matter whether you have bowled before or not this is strictly an afternoon of fun bowling and good food and is for the enjoyment of all classes of members of Branch 540 and their ladies. Talk about taking advantage of a poor situation, that's exactly what Branch 540 did. Since in- stalling the sewers we have been plagued with a water problem in the front lawn, when the cold snap set in we got in touch with the Lucan Volunteer Fire Department who came over and Learning-'for' Lent~ series again set For the fourth year, Lucan United Church Women are providing the opportunity for men, women and children of the community to attend "Learning for Lent." The series will run each Wednesday morning, March 14 to April 11, 9.30 - 11.30 a.m. at Lucan United Church. March 14 will offer gift wrapping with Mrs. Jean Jervis of London, and sewing with stretch materials with Mrs. Emerson Stanley, This class continues for three more Wed- nesdays but if these do not ap- peal, table games will be provided. Other activities will be arm- chair travelogues with Mrs. George and Mrs. J. Mugford, bees-wax candles with Mrs. D. Kestle, and the organ music by Robert Blackwell. After the mid-morning coffee and visiting break people par- ticipation and Bible study will be offered with the Reverend. W. Tupling. On April 11, Rev. Morley Clark, London with his guitar will lead a sing-a-long and after coffee will join with Mr, Tupling in presenting the message. Two nurseries are provided for babies and for preschoolers with instruction. Programs may be picked up in Lucan stores. It is necessary to pre-register by February 25 in order to obtain supplies and insure the classes being carried out. For further information, call 227-4879. give the 'lawn' a couple of floodings, now we have a fine rink for the skating enjoyment of the children and some parents which becomes quite evident when about 25 take advantage of the facility each evening, Shure and oime remindin yu not to forgit the grand and glorious 17th day of March, for tis on this day Branch 540 will be entertainin yu with a dance befitin the occasion, and as yu may have guessed the music will be provided by none other than a true son of the Emerald Isle Tony Mothers and his Irish accordion. Kape this date open now or saints presarve us ther'll be the divil to pay. Give bin told only 60 tickets will be sold, don't say I river told yu. 540 still has a few members in arrears of payment of their 1973 dues come on you chaps - go active and support your branch - and get more for your money at the Action Branch. I came across the following the other day and am passing it along for your reading enjoyment `Definition of a Friend' Friend- ship is the comfort, the inex- pressible comfort, of feeling safe with a person, having neither to weigh thoughts nor measured words, but pouring all right out just as they are, chaff and grain together, certain that a faithful, friendly hand will take and sift them, keep what is worth keeping and with a breath of comfort blow the rest away. And that's 30 for this week, remember - A pat on the back is only a few vertebrae removed from a kick in the pants, but it accomplishes much more. Sunday morning the Sunday School began incorporating a drive to grow by Easter Sunday. To that end there are now three departments, adult, youth, and juniors and younger. The children enjoyed a story about "Barney's barrel" , given by Mrs. Thornton. Lou Hoffman led the preliminaries in the youth and adult departments. There was an increase in attendance for the first Sunday, and everyone is working for the future increase. The message of the morning service by Pastor Elvin Thornton was on "The Prince of Peace" — usually thought of as a Christmas theme, but peace is a year-round blessing to be enjoyed by those who invite the Prince of Peace into their hearts. The newly formed Youth Group of the church called The Lifeliners were hosts Friday night at a `sweetheart banquet.' A roast turkey dinner with all the trimmings was served to about 55, and an interesting program after dinner was highlighted by a talk by Dr, A.R. Meredith of Ilder ton, on some Christian experiences he has had, and on the soon return of the Lord Jesus Christ, and our need to be prepared. Mrs. Meredith Was presented with Valentine floral arrangement after Dr. Meredith spoke. Several young people drove in from Toronto for the occasion, including Rhonda Darlington, Joanne Medd, Al Good and Roger Mason, The MX, was Rick Thronton, vice- president, This Friday the Lifeliners, about 25 strong will be heading for the church camp grounds at Arthur, for a weekend winter retreat, under the direction of the Christian Education leader of Ontario, Rev. Thornton, There tare many activities planned, including a powder-puff snowmobile race. The group will return Sunday afternoon to' Lucan, Other groups from all parts of the province will be attending. K The weatherman co-operated with officials of the Kirkton- Woodham Winter Carnival and provided ideal weather for Sunday afternoon's card of snowmobile races. A large crowd turned out to watch more than 50 snowmobiles in action. Saturday night a capacity crowd attended the Snow Queen crowning and a dance at the Exeter Legion hail. Diane Walker, Thorndale a student at Centralia College was chosen Snow Queen defeating ten other contestants. She was crowned by the 1972 Queen, Brenda Parkinson. The runner-up in the judging and named a Princess was Joanne Scott, Other girls in the contest were Monica Eveleigh, Eleta Tuck, Gwen Mills, Lois Bedford, Peggy Simpson, Beth Passm ore, Julie Webb, Bonnie Smith and Marian Van Roestel. Bill Scheaffer was overall Carnival chairman while Mr. and Mrs, Norm Amos and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Johns were in charge of the dance and queen contest and Leonard Thacker was master of ceremonies for the Saturday night event, One of the features of the two- day event was a junior safety contest which tested the skills of the young snowmobile operators. Winners in the various age groups for boys and girls were Lori Russell, Timmy Shute, Lana Marshall and Gary Nairn. Placing second were Graham Ross, Jane Blackler and Bill Hibbert. The junior events were spon- sored by Woodham Meat Market, Ross and Paton, Nethercott -W carnival a great Tractor and Nesbitt Electric. Doug McGregor of Kppen was the big winner in Saturday's novelty events taking three victories. He won the senior division in the cloverleaf barrel, pick-up and open obstacle races. Other senior winners were Marvin Hartwick, Bill Beuerman and Rob Taylor. Taking junior honours were Gary Nairn, Randy Russell, Randy Nairn, David Armstrong, and Leonard Lan- sink. The tire race was won by Jack Rundle. The judge and timer for the afternoon was Jim Rundle of Pinecrest Quarter Horse Farms. Sunshine club enjoys euchre game The Sunshine club held a progressive euchre on February 8 with 26 members present, Vi Emery filled in for Mrs. H. Bond Sr. as president. Winners were: Olive Atkinson, men's high; Mrs, Allen, ladies high; Lon Phillip, men's low; Helen Thompson, ladies low; Irene Egan, mens low; Mary Hudson, ladies low. success orookshaw Limited, Grand Bend Cleaners, Kirkt on Mobile Feeds, McNaugh ton Shell, Hardiman Feeds, Ulch Transport, Kirkton Veterinary Clinic, Toronto- Dominion Bank, Blanshard Municipal Telephone System and Insley's Market. Ken Sutherland of Woodstock was the top performer in Sun- day's racing program winning five of the 13 events while his wife Dorothy won the powder puff division. John Hammond, RR 5 Strat- ford was next in line with three first place finishes. Winning one race each were Doug McGregor, and John Steven while the junior winners were Rob Amos and Leonard Lansink. Sunday race sponsors were Genttner Fuels and N,T, Man- tel th Ltd., both of Exeter, Granton Fertilizers, Vanexen Motors and Vesta's Vanity Venture. The winner of $300 in the carnival draw was Cecil Deslippe of Kintore while Mrs. Garfield Latta, London won $200, Maurice Van de Walle, RR 1, St. Marys was the $100 winner and Hugh Matheson of London won a jacket donated by Wynn's Additives.