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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1976-02-19, Page 19Department at the North Mid- Association presented each of the dlesex District High School, contestants with a monetary Parkhill, award from the Robert The Home and School McCubbin memorial fund, Also the association is presently arranging for a plague which Will bear the winners names and be placed in the school hallway. Covenant players hold workshop :::leeeeex-emetexe:exexe..e.: PRIZE WINNER — Mrs. Mary Smits of Exeter won second prize in the Centennial Soccer Club draw, a has barbecue, donated by Jerry MacLean and Son, Automotive Ltd. From the left: Damian Solomon, president of the Centennial Soccer Club, Bill Smith, Jerry MacLean tend Mrs. Smits , photo by Robinson Registered Retirement Savings Plans 0/0 Compounded 1/2 yearly Paid on five year term (Guaranteed Investment Certificate Plan) Member Canada Deptisit insurance Corporation Serving Ontario gime 1889 VICTORM.d GREY TRUST COMPANY Kurt Bowman, Manager Main St, Exeter Craig students speak on wide range. By MRS. IRVIN RADER The postponed meeting of the United Church Women of Calvary was held Tuesday afternoon, February 10th. with the Literature and Communication group in charge and Mrs. Don Gaiser, chairlady. Mrs. E.R. Guenther read the scripture followed by a prayer by Mrs, Cora Gaiser. A meditation, "Storm the Fort" was read by Mrs. Don Gaiser. Mrs. Jack Gaiser read a poem, "This Life I Give," Mr, Irvin Steinman, Dash- wood, showed pictures of Quebec when he and his wife worked with the Mentally Retarded Institute. He shared many interesting experiences during the time he worked there and also the emotionally disturbed children at Zurich. Now he and his wife take them only in their home. Mrs. Mervyn Tiernan, president, concucted the business. World Day of Prayer will be held at the Church of God, Grand Bend, March 5th. Ladies Aid The combined January and February meeting of Zion Lutheran Church Ladies' Aid was held Wednesday, February 11th, evith, group I in charge. The LWML also joined the group for their quarterly meeting. Mrs. Arnold Becker, president, opened the meeting. Fourteen members and several visitors were present, Cards of thanks were read and donations By MRS. E. SUMMERS The Marching Mothers tried something just a little different this year to augment their collection for the March of Dimes. This was an old fashioned Box Social which proved to be suc- cessful. The attendance was good at the Foresters Hall on Saturday night Valentine's Day. The first part of the evening was spent playing cards. When it came time to auction off the decorated lunch boxes, Mrs., William Thomson was picked to be the auctioneer, and did an excellent job. Some of the boxes went for as high as $10.00 and over which resulted in the sum of $173,00 being realized. Ali When expenses have been defrayed it will leave a sub- stantial sum to be added to the $147.70 already collected in the door to door canvass. Mrs. Thomson received a flower basket made of hand crocheted lace containing ar- tificial flowers, for her assistance as auctioneer. Mrs. Jim Harding also received a similar basket as a door prize. Mr. Wm. Bannerman was a lucky draw winner. Credit for the success of this undertaking goes to Captain Mrs. Marion Gricken, Co-Captain Mrs. Jack Noon, Mrs, Gary Jones, Mrs, Gordon McRobert, Mrs. Jim Riddell and all the Marching Mothers, Church news At the United Church Rev, Mary IVIelnally was in charge of the morning workshop, her sermon dealt with the sixth subject in the Series "My Grace is sufficient for thee", entitled (In time of illness). At St. Thomas Anglican Church, Rev, Mary Mills con- ducted the morning service and gave an explanation to the children on sharing their gifts with the underprivileged families of the world. She also gave them a "Share Can" to deposit an offering of their own to needy children. 11ev. Mills also read a letter rem the secretary of the Primate World Relief & Development Fund, stating that $10,000 has already been sent to acknowledged, The Altar Guilds were busy in spite of the stormy weather. The December Guild reported 18 visits, 1 telephone call and 2 flowers sent; the January Guild reported 20 visits and 1 telephone call. The new Guild is Mrs. Ernest Koehler and Mrs. Irvin Rader. Mrs. Becker announced the Lenten services will be Tuesday evening and business meetings will follow them for March and April, Mrs. Maxine Miller, president of the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, took for the topic "Set Your Priorities - Right'?" She involved all the ladies with Bible passages and discussion, Annual meeting The annual meeting of Calvary United church was held Tuesday evening, February 10, Many matters of business were dealt with and it was decided to have an every member visitation. The officers were returned. Persona Is Mr. & Mrs. Mike Burke and Susan, Brampton, were weekend guests with Milt Haugh. Sue Anne and Danny Becker spent 19 days with,theiruncle and aunt' and' cousins;' f.'& Mrs. Howard Datars. Eric Eagleson of Little Current, Manitoulin Island, spent last weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Weber and flew back in his plane w'iich had been serviced here. Guatemala and they have decided to send $15,000 more. The World Day of Prayer is announced for Friday March 5th at 7:30 p.m. in St. ThomasChurch. Flowers were placed in both churches from the funeral of the late Hannah Coxon. Court Valentine COF celebrates birthday The members of Court Valentine celebrated their an- niversary of the founding of the court on Monday evening at the Foresters Hall with each member inviting their husband or a friend and another couple to a smorgasbord supper. Mrs. Larry Hern president, welcomed everyone. After supper progressive euchre was played, prize winners were: ladies high score, Mrs, Chas McRobert; men's high score, Mrs. Hamilton Hodgins, (playing as a man) lone hands, Mrs. MacLeod Mills, and low score William Thomson. Explorers entertain Happy Gang On Wednesday evening the explorers entertained the Members of the Happy Gang, at a Valentine Party at the United Church. Unfortunately the weather did not co-operate and people from the country did not take a chance on the drifting, snow, Maria Vanderminnen, mistress of ceremonies, welcomed the guests and opened the activities. The first number on the program Was a piano solo by Amy Waugh "March Militaire" Marie and Christopher Van- derrninnen a vocal duet. Julie McRobert and Margaret McGuf fin action song and in costume "There's a hole in my bucket" Kim Knaptnah, Karen Beaticage Lynn Evans, Anne Marie Nixon and Maria Van- derminnen a 'SKIT "Playing Doctor" the patient was a live rabbit. Michelle Malcolm piano sale "I'd like to teach the world to sing." Evelyn Vandermintien, a poem Karen Beaticage and Lynn Evans vocal duet. Larissa Dykes, an impression of Liberade at the piano, this was done With a Concerto being played on tape, and Larissa replete with black Jacket Cindy Becker was a guest with her uncle and aunt and cousins Mr, & Mrs. Bill Becker for 10 days. Miss Susan Whittier, Toronto, spent the weekend with her grandmother, Mrs. Hilda Wein, Mr. & Mrs. Harry Hayter, accompanied by Mr. & Mrs, Bob Hayter, spent two weeks near Gulf Harbor, Florida, where they visited with Mr. & Mrs. Joe Bruce of Windsor and Mr. & Mrs. John Snider of Brantford. They also visited many places of interest. The weather varied from high 80 to very cool. Mr. & Mrs. Mike O'Leary and Melissa, Lucan, were Sunday guests with Mr. & Mrs. Dave Rader and Stacey. Mr. & Mrs. Hubert Miller, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Ford, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Riddell, and Mr. & Mrs. John Brintnell, Baden, have returned from a trip to Jamaica. Mr. & Mrs. Don Weigand and Jennifer accompanied by Mr, & Mrs. Eben Weigand have returned home following a two week visit to Florida. They spent two days with Mr. & Mrs. Clark Kennedy of Grand Bend at Panama City. Mr. & Mrs, Jim Becker ac- companied Mr. & Mrs. Harold Kraft of Lc:inc:in on a 10 day trip to Florida returning home Sunday evening, Idella Gabel, ARCT announces results of her pupils with the Royal Conservatory of Music ; piano, Vicki Miller, Grade 8 pass; Louise Regier, Grade 5, pass. decorated with sequins sitting at the piano and gesturing with her hands . Cathy, Kim, Karen Maria and Anne Marie a skit "Throwing Pebbles in the Water". Karen Hoffrichter vocal solo KKKK cold. Margaret McGuffin piano solo "The Pirates Chorus". Janice Gricken, Robin Caverhill and Lorraine Crawford a skit "Too many wonder Pills." Numbers were placed on the back of the guests chairs and the explorer with the corresponding number on a heart pinned on her blouse shared lunch. Granton high school students on trip Making up the number of 32 students from Medway High School, Susan & Donald Riddell, Jim Hardie, Bill Westman, Howard Mills and Bob Ross, left for a three day trip to Quebec on Wednesday evening. The group had planned to attend the Winter Carnival, but were unable to secure tickets, so they will take in a guided tour of Quebec City instead and will return sometime on Sunday. Scout and cub news The cubs held a skating party on Monday evening at the newly opened arena, and were joined by some members of the scout troop. Scout leader Ben Kop and his assistants took the scouts to Ski-Ili for an afternoon's skiing, CGIT news Under the leadership of Mrs. Marion Gricken and Mrs. Steven Rooney the CGIT are preparing for the World Day of Prayer service to be held in the Anglican Church March 5th at 7:30 p.tn. In preparation for a party the girls are making Chinese Ian- terns, and costumes to wear. They also plan to have chinese food for the menu, 4-H news The new Club "A touch of Stitchery" held their first meeting on Saturday morning at the home of Mrs. Joe French, Thorndale. Two heW members Were welcomed, bringing the number an the roll to ten. The following officers were elected, president, Brenda Cook; vice-president, 'Brenda Tomlin, secretary and Press reporter Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Weber have returned home following a five- week vacation spent at Aloha, Hawaii, They motored to Los Angeles and were accompanied by Raymond and Muriel Scharder of North Dakota who joined them at Wichita Kansas. From Los Angeles they flew to Hawaii. On the return trip they visited Texas and spent a day at Mexico City Mrs. Martha Miller returned home following an eleven day visit with Mr. & Mrs. Siegfried Miller and family, Port Dover. Dear Editor: On behalf of The Arthritis Society and those victims of arthritis whom we serve in your area it is desired to extend deep appreciation to the students of the Centralia College of Agricultural College who recent- ly conducted a successful can- vass for the Society in Huron Park, Centralia, Crediton and part of Exeter, The very helpful sum of $1535.30 was raised for the Arthritis Control Program and we express deep gratitude to all Who contributed to the Society's annual fund-raising project and wish to thank your newspaper for its support of the commendable student endeavours on behalf of the Society. Sincerely, Jos, I. Dolan, Regional Representative, which will be changed at every meeting, was Brenda Cook. Leader Mrs. French explained the different stitches to be learned for the learning stitch article and the free choice item. Achievement Day which falls on May 8th was discussed, this year the Club is expected to put on a skit. Book cover names were suggested, such as "The Holly Hoopers" and "The six strand stringers." Pattern designs were also talked about and Mrs. French led a discussion on the Colour Wheel. The girls learned about Primary, Secondary and Tertiary colours, colour Qualities and harmony. Canadian Cancer Society Mrs. Robt. Harloff and Mrs. Elmer Summers attended the executive meeting of the Lucan Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society at the home of the president Len Maslen of Lucan on Thursday evening. Plans to hold a Great family Bicycle Ride from Lucan Lions Park, to Granton Monument, were discussed. By JOY SCHEIFELE Once again the auditorium of the East Williams Public School accommodated a completely captivated audience while the grade a, 4 and 5 students delivered their speeches in the public speaking contest, Wed- nesday evening, February 11. From the three grades, a total of thirty-two students volun- teered to take part in the com- petition. Thus a "speak-off" was held during school hours on Tuesday to bring the number of competitors down to fifteen, approximately three from each classroom. Speaking on a wide range of topics the students displayed a great deal of enthusiasm and poise, making the task of judging a very difficult one, Winning first place, Rhonda Steeper gave an imaginary conversation between a mother pig and her young family of piglets dealing with changes in pig raising and modern methods of pig farming. Dean Bender took second place. He spoke on a recent visit to Old Fort Henry at Kingston, Paul Jamieson captured third place as he recounted the major difficulties he and his family faced trying to capture a turtle to enter in the turtle race during Ailsa Craig's Gala Days Other contestants included Sandra Brubacher, Wendy Brunner, Lynette Crawford, Wendy Currie, Shelley Davies, Jodi Duerksen, Brian McLachlan, Marion McLachlan, Kenton Otterbein, Harold Rowley, Beth Smith and Ron- nilyn Waters. Judging the contest was the Rev. Douglas Barton of the Christianview College in Ailsa Craig, Margaret Bender, retired teacher from Lobo township and Reece Dixon Head of the English Mrs. Florence Hendrick c/o Exeter Times-Advocate Exeter, Ontario Dear Mrs. Hendrick: I read your article "The Drama of Old Lake Huron" and thought I would write to tell you how much I enjoyed it. Since coming to the area to establish the Playhouse in 1972, I grow more and more fascinated by the area's rich history. You probably know also a great deal about the rural school on the B-Line next door to the Summer Playhouse. Maybe you would share some more memories with us. We are presently building a house where the old school house stood and have often wondered about it. Anyway, thanks for your in- teresting article. sincerely, yours James Murphy Arrangements were made to have a meeting to launch the campaign and Dr, J.A. McCredie Head of the Cancer Research Department at Victoria Hospital has consented to be the guest speaker. It is hoped to have a GP there to present his or her views at this meeting, planned to take place on Wednesday, March 31st at the Anglican Church, Lucan. A special meeting is also planned for team captains and canvassers, where a film will be shown.' Personals Sympathy is extended to the relatives of the late Mrs. S. (Hannah) Coxon who passed away at Sun Haven Nursing Home Delaware on Monday, February 9, 1976. in her 95th year. Mrs. Coxon was the widow of Samuel Coxon and a former resident of Granton, Rev. Mary Mclnally and Mrs. Wilfred Garrett, also Mrs. Garfield Garrett of Wesley UCW, attended the UCW Presbyterial meeting at Calvary United Church, London on Thursday, February 12. Mrs. Jack Youngson and Mrs. Lois Herbert attended the For the few of us taking part in the Drama Workshop held by the Covenant Players last Saturday, it proved a day of fun, learning, fellowship and hard work. But it will be a day which promises to stand out in the memories of those who did take part as a most valuable experience. The nine participants met with the Covenant Players Saturday morning in the basement of the Ailsa Craig United Church. A few basic, but fast paced, exercises were immediately enacted to help the group lose any inhibitions they might be feeling. The point that we don't always communicate as effectively as we believe we do was quickly made through brief games, in- volving the use of drama. The remainder of the morning was spent learning the basic rules of good acting and putting these rules to work, Members were asked to act out and direct tableaus and various short scenes. After lunch together the group was put to work creating scenes and short plays themselves, expressing their spiritual ex- family skating planned in March March 10 has been set aside by the members of the East Williams Home and School Association for a Family Skating Night to be held at the Parkhill Arena.li A students and their families are invited to come and skate together and get better acquainted with each other. Families will be asked to con- tribute $1.00 per family, or 25c per person, to cover the cost of renting the ice. Everyone is also asked to bring along sandwiches or cookies so a light snack can be enjoyed following the skating. Hot chocolate will be provided. By MRS. M. H. ELSTON Tara-Lynn Elston, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. David Elston, Lon- don, was with her grandparents, Mr. & Mrs, Allan, Elston, during the weekend. David and Gayle Elston at- tended the musical festival held in Toronto. Visitors during the week with M. H. & Mrs. Elston were Mr. & Mrs. Heber Davis; also Mr. & Mrs, Chris Abbott of Lucan. District Council meeting of the Canadian Foresters in London on Tuesday evening February 10. Miss Ruth Mardlin has returned to Regina to take up her work as a nurse at Plains Health Centre Hospital, after recuperating from surgery at home. Chad Anderson, Glyn Knap- man and John Herbert, attended the birthday party for Ted Hall, Lucan, on Saturday. It was Ted's 10th birthday. Get well wishes are extended to Stanley Malcolm who is a patient in St. Joseph's Hospital, London. Best wishes are extended to Mrs. Nelson (Jessie) Bilyea for her continued improvement in St, Marys Memorial Hospital, also to Mrs. Wm. (Mavis) Knapman who is a patient in Victoria Hospital, London. Mr. & Mrs. Emerson Wallis and Kevin were Sunday visitors of Miss Sandra Wilson and Mr, Wayne Wallis both of Sarnia. Kevin Wallis spent the day last Thursday with his brother Don and family of Belmont, Mrs. George Mardlin of London spent the weekend with her son Lloyd and family, and attended the United Church. periences and beliefs as well as everyday incidents. Groups were formed and each was asked to choose a Biblical parable and interpret it into modern ex- perience using drama to com- municate the message. Each of the groups performed the parables later that evening before the audience at the Town Hall, By MRS. WILLIAM ROHDE Friday evening, a dinner party for Mrs. Mary Hodgert of Exeter was given by her family at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Reg Hodgert. Those attending were Mrs. Edna Hodgert and Lillian, Mrs. Ett Hodgert, Mrs. Florence Hodgert of London, Mr, & Mrs. Clifton Miller, Staffa, Mrs. Muriel Miller, Seaforth, Mr, & Mrs. Gordon Hoggarth, Exeter, Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Cann, and Bradley, Mr, & Mrs. Ross Hodgert, Diane and Alan, Mr. & Mrs. Rick Parker. Mrs Hodgert received many lovely gifts and cards on the occasion of her 75th birthday. Entertainment was family slides presented by Arnold Cann, and Scott Hodgert played his accordion. Personals John Miner of London spent the weekend with Robert Bray. Karen Rohde of Exeter spent the week end with her grand- The covenant Players them- selves also performed a number of one act plays and vignettes at the Town Hall Saturday evening. This was a return engagement for the Players who had been here in November. The relevance and forthright approach of their performances spoke to many both times. parents, Mr. & Mrs. William Rohde. Sharon Passmore and friend of St, Thomas spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Lorne Passmore. Area hunters shot two wolves in this area, Saturday. Mr, & Mrs. Alvin Passmore spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Ken Brazier of Brantford, The annual pot luck supper and congregational meeting was held Wednesday evening. Fellowship group meeting will be held in the church basement Sunday evening at 8:15 p.m. The guest speakers will be United Church missionaries to Africa, Allan and Bev. Slater. Mr. & Mrs. Barry Miller returned home on the weekend after holidaying in Florida. Mr, & Mrs. Hedley May, Mr. & Mrs. Dwayne Tinney, Darren and Herten of Exeter, Mr. & Mrs. Doug May and Marilyn of Poplar Hill, Murray May and Shari of London were Sunday guests with Mr. & Mrs. Ross Hodgert. reported an enjoyable family gathering. Personals Cottage Sunday service was held at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Carroll with Rev. Mary Mills in charge. Mr. & Mrs. Howard Clarke and girls, Shipka, were.dinner guests Sunday with Mr. & Mrs. Bob Tindall and family. Mr. & Mrs. Heber Davis and Gote Wennerstrom were dinner guests Sunday evening with Mr. & Mrs. Harry Carroll, Mr. & Mrs. Ivan Stanley, Denfield, and Mr. & Mrs. Earl Atkinson were guests Friday with Mr. & Mrs. Heber Davis. Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Davis at- tended the Lucan-Ilderton Jets hockey game in Durham, Sun- day. Mr. & Mrs. Fred Dobbs at- tended a staff Valentine party for North Ridge school Friday evening, held at the "Seven Dwarf's". Pattie and Freddie Dobbs took part in the piano recitals at Mt. St. Joseph's School of Music, London, recently. TOPS IN PUBLIC SPEAKING — these ten youngsters were the top public speaking finalists this year in an area public speaking contest held at Stephen Township Hall Wednesday night. From the left, front row: Susan Fleming, the top winner, Liz Scott, second, Debbie Allison, third, second row: Sandra Somerville, Morj Ritchie,Karen Guenther, Susan Bullock, Bonnie Nauss, Denise Baptie, and Andy Van Lee u wen . photo by Robinson Irvin Steinman shows pictures of eQuebec institute to Dashwood UCW Granton Marching Mothers hold box social By MRS. HEBER DAVIS Tuesday evening Mrs. Carol Greenlee was hostess for the February ACW meeting. President Mrs. Mary Davis opened the meeting with prayer for the earthquake victims of Guatemala and Mrs. Marg. Carroll read the scripture. "The 1 ladies discfrage'd the possibility of adopting a foster child. Also sending a donation to help the earthquake victims. Letters of thanks were read from friends who received Christmas gifts from the group. A contest followed with Mrs. Eileen Carroll the winner. The mystery prize donated by Mrs. Alexia Tindall was won by Mrs. Cheryl Carroll. Dinner Party Saturday evening, a group of the ladies and gentlemen from St. Patrick's church served dinner to 45 members of the family of Mrs. Eliza Leonard who was observing her 80th birthday, February 14. The family honoured their mother and grandmother with many gifts and floral arrangements. All present Mother honored at family gathering Saintsbury ACW pray for earthquake victims