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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1977-12-08, Page 22BIDDULPH STUDENT COUNCIL — The 1977-78 student council at Biddulph Central School was named recently. From the left are boy president Donnie Feke, girls president Karen Radcliffe, secretary Cathy Riddell and treasurer Susan Noon. T-A photo Icy roads responsible One vehicle in most mishaps Best Interest * 9 1 /4 % We represent many Trust Companies. We are often able to arrange for the highest interest being offered on Guaranteed Investment Certificates. Gaiser-Kneale • Insurance Agency-Inc. Exeter Grand Bend Office Office 235-2420 238-8484 Subject to tbange More Lucan news on page 35 !:!!!!!'""r77.5",•"7".""rutr!riPTIrl: SPARTAN $395 per bushel Extra Fancy & Fancy Available At Regular Prices Bring Your Own Container CRUNICAN BROS. 1 )/z Miles South of Elginfield on Hwy. 4 4609iNk., LANGFORD LUMBER & HOME CENTRE 195 Wm. 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Mr. Ivan Hearn, Reeve of Lucan, and .Mr. Fred Dobbs, Reeve of the Township of Bid- dulph will officiate at ribbon- cutting ceremonies at 3 p.m. Our banking hours are Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Come to our Bank- warming and discover that — if you need us, we're here. 1D BANK TOFIONTODOMINION the bank where people make the difference Page 22 Times-Advocate, December 8, 1977 Area youngsters prove learning hockey is fun Council approves four year program for village roads Five of the eight accidents investigated this week by officers of the Lucan detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police in- volved only one vehicle. The first of two Monday ac- cidents occurred Monday at 4:15 p,m. when a vehicle driven by John Gillies, Lucan struck a parked car owned by Norah Elson, Lucan. The mishap oc- curred on Lucan' s Main street and Constable J. A. Wilson set damages at $500. Only 55 minutes later the same day, a vehicle driven by Ruth Brough, Lambeth left Highway 4, just south of Concession 15 and struck a fence. The driver was taken to University Hospital by Haskett's Ambulance. Constable Wilson listed damages at $740. Tuesday at 12.15 a.m. on Concession 7 in London township a vehicle driven by Michael Hodgins, Ilder ton left the roadway and struck a tree. Constable B. D. Munro estimated damages at $1,000. Constable N. A. Campbell listed damages at $400 when a vehicle driven by John Wein- traub, London left Concession 6 in London township and struck a tree at 6:45 p.m., Wednesday. Vehicles driven by Gilles Turnout good for euchre The Biddulph, Lucan a Home School and Community Association held a euchre party in the school Friday. The turnout was good and eight tables were needed. Prizes were as follows: men's high, Evan Hodgins; mens lone hand, Mr. M. Shoebottom; men's low, Randy Hall. Women's high, Mrs. Doris Hall; women's lone hand, Mrs. Nellie Bloom; women's low, Mrs. Pat McDonald. The three doorprizes went to Mr. F. Berdand, Mr. Bill Butler and Mr. Dave Pike. The association wish to thank the following merchants for their support; B&B, Radcliffe Drugs, Glen Hasket, Joyce's Beauty Salon, Langford Lumber, Beth Miller, Donna's Decorating , Young's Drygood and Wraith Family Pro Hardware. Audet, RR 4, Komoka, and Gordon Hale, Strathroy, collided Thursday at 5.45 p.m. on County road 16, just east of County road New name for seniors Members of the Sunshine and Busy Buddies groups of the Lucan senior citizens "Drop-in" (new name) held their weekly meeting Thursday afternoon with President Gordon Hotson presiding for the brief business session. A card of thanks was read from Rose Atkinson and Vina Emery, Win Jolliffe, and Evelyn O'Neil were welcomed back after an absence of several months. Mr. Hotson compared the number of bowlers last year at this time with the number bowling Tuesday and the com- parison was not favourable. Come on now, all you bowlers, or would-be bowlers, you are needed to keep this group going. Birthday greetings were ex- tended to Rita Morley, in ab- sentia. Members were reminded of the invitation to attend the official opening of the new Toronto-Dominion Bank, December 14 and then proceed over to the Shillelagh for an af- ternoon of entertainment and free coffee and doughnuts, also the Christmas party December 22 commencing with dinner at 1 p.m. Any member requiring transportation is asked to contact Mr. Hotson. Lunch was served by Lexie Atkinson, Maude Hodgins and Gordon Hotson. The Sunshine Group enjoyed bridge and euchre, while the Busy Buddies worked very hard at their ceramics as many of the pieces are needed for Christmas gifts. The high score for the bridge games went to Ivan Stanley and euchre prizes went to Mildred Hirtzel for high lady's score; lone hands, Vina Emery and low, Winifred Jolliffe . Alex Young took the high man's prize; Gerry Zinn, playing a man's card won for lone hands and Grace Dixon, also playing a man's card, low score. 22. Constable Campbell listed damages at $600. The same night at 6.55 p.m. a vehicle driven by Grant Boost, London left Highway 4, just south of Lucan and hit the ditch. Boost was transported to University Hospital by Haskett's Ambulance suffering serious injuries. Constable G. N. Wilcox estimated damages at $500. Friday at 11:50 p.m. on the Main street of Lucan, a pickup truck driven by Lawrence Cox, RR 2, Goderich, struck a utility pole causing $2,200 damage. Constable N. A. Campbell in- vestigated. At 10:45 a.m. Monday, a vehicle driven by Douglas MclCilight, London collided on Lucan's Main street with a parked truck owned by Robert Young, RR 1, Thorndale. Con- stable Wilson set damages at $250. Storm hampers horsemen dance The annual banquet and dance of the Lucan Horsemen Club took place Saturday in the new Lucan Community Centre, The banquet was catered to by the Ladies of Saintsbury Church. Later the Playboys from. London provided the music. The sudden storm caused at least 40 of the expected 200 guests to cancel. President Dave McAdam introduced <the head table and thanked them for all their help with another buss, and successful year. The following were presented with trophies: Senior per- formance, Tom Baker; Senior Games, Eric Vanneste; Junior performance, Jo Ann Malone; Junior Games, Gareth Whiteside; Junior B Total High Point, Martha Wells, Junior B Performance, Donnaray Lang; Junior B Games, Robert Van- neste. The Lucan Public school, November 24 was the setting for the regular meeting of the Home and School group. One of the main interests of the night was the installation of new officers. They are as follows: pres., Mrs. Marg Carol; treas. Mrs. Shannon Evens; secretary, Mrs, Doris Hall; membership, Mrs. Beth Radcliffe and social committee, Mrs. Shirley Jones and Mrs. Beth Language topic for parents, teachers St. Patrick's Parent-Teacher Association held their regular meeting in the school November 30. President Mrs. Angela Clarke opened the meeting with a prayer. The main topic for the evening was the language program from grades K to 8, Mrs. Janet Hearn described the "pre-print years". Mrs. Kris Isard talked about the "print years". Mrs. Marg. Forrest explained the junior years program while John Ziler told about the intermediate program. Lucan council has received estimates from engineer J. Paul McIntyre for a street recon- struction program for the next four years. The program tentatively ap- proved by council calls for the reconstruction of Albert street from Highway 4 to Wilberforce Heights, a distance of 750 feet for an estimated cost of $67,500. This would be done in 1978. Projected for 1979 is work on Beech street from Market to Duchess streets and from Duchess to Kent with estimated costs of $31,200 and 36,000, respectively. In 1980 it is expected to reconstruct Beech street from Market to Alice streets for an approximate cost of $46,800. The 1981 reconstruction would be Elm street from Highway 4 to Wilberforce Heights for $62,400. McIntyre said his estimates did not include replacement of watermains. Council haS agreed with a request from the County of Middlesex to forward county tax rate requisitions twice a year. The first instalment of 40 percent will be due in June each year and the balance of 60 percent in December. Start maintenance period Council agreed to commence the one year maintenance period for subdivision streets in phase two of the Wilberforce Heights subdivision on January 1, 1978. Council took no action Tuesday night on the subject of animal control following receipt of a RE-ELECT — Frank Vanneste of Lucan was returned Thursday as the Middlesex director on the On- tario Bean Producers Marketing Board. T-A photo Miller. The math curriculum of grades K to 8 was explained to the parents in detail. Jim Scott, representative on the board of trustee for Biddulph andMcGillivray townships gave a brief outline of what the boards duties were. A euchre party is planned for December 1 at 8 p.m. Everyone is invited to the Lucan Public school for a fun game of cards. The next Home and School meeting is scheduled for January 12 and the guest speaker for that night will be an OPP officer who is experienced on speaking on Drug and Alcohol abuse. Parents are encouraged to bring their teenagers to this meeting. UCW CHRISTMAS Tuesday, December13, is the U.C.W. Christmas meeting in the form of a pot luck supper at 6:30. It matters not whether you consider yourself a member! You are invited to join in the fellowship and fun of the Christmas meeting, along with representatives from other churches of the community. letter from the London Humane Society cancelling the present agreement. The Humane Society which had been receiving an annual fee of $800 for services is willing to continue weekly patrols at a rate of $20 per hour and 30 cents per mile for travelling. Councillor Harry Wraith said, "I think it's just a waste of time to contract," Norm Steeper replied, "I Last Sunday, to celebrate the beginning of Advent, several interested persons had put up the Chrismon Treeand the Christmas Banners. The choir sang the beautiful advent carol from the new hymnary "Sleepers, Wake" and Rev. Keith Brown took as his sermon 'topic "0 God, Please Come Down", based on Isaiah 64:1-8. This Sunday, December 4, the second Sunday of Advent was celebrated by holding the White Gift Service with Supt. Ed Melanson in charge and mem- bers of the Sunday Church School participating. Sandy Markus led the congregation in the responsive Psalm and Jeff Bates read the Christmas Story from Matt. 2:1- 12. The Sunday School Choir, led by Helen Brown sang two carols "Ring the Bells" and "What is This", with Loys Melanson singing the solo part in the latter. White gifts were presented, on behalf of all present by Erin Ditty, Linda Patterson, Ted Hall and Todd Vance. The story of the Chrismon tree and the meanings of many of the Chrismons was taken by Mrs. Wm. Fronts and the members of agree, but, what's the alter- native? I would like to have a study on costs for our own system," Wraith agreed saying, "Let's find out what is necessary to keep dogs after catching them. The Society said they would be willing to train local help." The Humane Society report said three dogs had been ap- prehended in Lucan during the month of October, her junior boys and girls class. Rev. Keith Brown gave a story sermon entitled "If I Had Not Come", of importance and meaning to children and adults alike. Next Sunday, Mr. Peter Snell, student minister at Ailsa Craig, will conduct the services on the Lucan Charge, while Mr. Brown conducts Communion services on the Ailsa Craig pastoral charge, Tuesday, December 13 at 6:30 p.m. the U,C.W. will hold a pot luck supper, followed by the Christmas meeting when the Friendship Unit will be in charge of a program of fun and games and the Evening Unit will present a Christmas Vesper. It matters not if you are in the habit of at- tending the General meetings of U.C.W., we want all women of the congregation to come and share in the fun and fellowship. "Snowflake Bazaar" items are on display in the Dr. Switzer Room and will be staffed this morning Thursday, and tomorrow, Friday, December 8 and 9, from 8:45 to 9:30 a.; n. 'Phone 227-4879, if you wish to see them at other times. They will remain up until after the U.C.W. Christmas meeting Tuesday December 13. The Lucan arena, every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-5 o'clock is the place where kids can learn to play hockey and have fun doing it. Presently there are 35 children (boys and girls) choosing their own teams and playing hockey in much the same manner as they would if there was a neighborhood patch of ice. There is no time for bench sitting as everyone is on the ice for the entire hour, The coach for all these children is Steve Storey. His is not the only feeling that children are put into organized hockey too young. A survey was taken once among professional hockey players to find out where they actually learned to play hockey. They all agreed that it was not in organized leagues, but on a frozen pond with other kids, having fun. There are six teen helpers for the fun league. Tuesday night, Paul Wraith, Mark Grove and Jamie Shipley and Thursday night brings out John Storey, Alistair Craig and Rob Hardy. The Lucan Minor Hockey LOST IS FOUND The amount of Lucan news appearing on this page is more than usual. Anyone guess why? That's right. The news which disappeared so mysteriously last week returned the same way. Association is sponsoring this new venture, but the fee for each child is $5. There is still room for more players and the place to inquire is at Donna's Decorating Service in Lucan, Court visits expensive The weekly news release from the Lucan detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police reports that a number of area persons found out this week that a trip to court can be expensive. In London Provincial Court recently, Nathan K. Crawford, RR 1, Ailsa Craig, was fined $206 for having liquor in his van. Evidence indicated Crawford's van was stopped and searched on October 30 and 31 by detachment officers and on both occasions a quantity of liquor was found. He was fined $78 on the first offence and $128 on the second charge, As the result of a disturbance at the Lucan Restaurant on July 16 five area residents were fined. Paying $50 each or five days in jail were Glen Rollings, RR 2, Lucan; Roy Wonnacott, RR 1, Arva; Brian Murphy, RR 2, Denfield and Kenneth Brown, London, Fined $250 or 30 days in jail was Ronald Lester Blane, RR 1, Lucan. New officers set for home, school group ..••••••• MEADOWCREST RES. INC. RR 1 LUCAN Flowers for sale CHRISTMAS SPECIAL * Tropical Palms * Poinsettias * Potted Mums 8:30 - 4:30 MON. - FRI. Sorry No Sales On Weekends. (Located 2 miles west of Elginfield on No. 7 Hwy.) Church news