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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1977-12-15, Page 22REMEMBER WHEN — Members of the Exeter United Church teen Sunday school class recently decorated the tree at the Helen Jermyn apartments on Sanders St. They took along some popcorn and the members and the residents enjoyed stringing the garlands. Shown at work are Agnes Davis, Tenie Pollen and Julie Hendrick, Staff photo Thames Road UC aid groups exchange secret pal presents Notice Re: Holiday Garbage Pickup Schedule The pickups normally held on and Mon., Jan. 2 will be held 28 and Tues., Jan. 3. The pickup normally held on will be held on Thurs., Dec. 29. Mon., Dec. 26 on Wed., Dec. Wed., Dec. 28 Glenn Kells Works Superintendent HANDY WEAPON — Mark Hookey is among those in the community who aid local businesses in clearing snow from walkways. There was plenty of that on Friday morning as the photographer caught Mark heading for his next job. Staff photo a '10 This is what Ontario is doing to help develop understanding between people. As our society grows more diverse, community tensions may arise from time to time. Our responsibility is to help individuals, groups and communities resolve any difficulties that may occur, and reduce tension so that greater understanding and respect may be reached. The Ontario Human Rights Code is designed to assure the tights and dignity of all persons without regard to race, creed, colour. nationality, ancestry, place of origin, age (40.65), sex and marital status. In addition to investigating and mediating complaints of discrimination in such areas as employment, housing, public services and facilities, job advertisements and the posting of signs and notices, the Ontario Human Rights Commission works fot healthier relations between groups at the community level. Notice Re: Sidewalk Plowing Residents are asked to refrain from dumping or pushing snow from walks and drives on the town sidewalks, as it makes use of the sidewalk snow blower most difficult. Your cooperation would be most ap- preciated. Glenn Kells Works Superintendent MT. CARMEL 237-3456 Open 10.10, Mon. -Sat. Noon-6 Sunday 'CC:WI NTRY N E R STORES • Ontario Human Rights Commission Bette Stephenson, M.D., Minister of Labour William Davis, Premier Province of Ontario By MRS. FRED BOWDEN CENTRALIA Sunday School superintendent, Ray Mills was assisted by his associates, Norman Wilson, Brian Hicks, Gary Skinner and Don Wilson in leading the White Gift service in the United Church Sunday morning. Parts in the service were taken by members of the Sunday School. Boys arid girls formed the choir to lead the singing and sang a number. Douglas Gill, organist, was accompanied on the piano by Miss Penny Smith. The White Gifts were to go to the Huron County Children's Aid Society. The tree and other decoratiOns made an attractive Christmas setting for the service. U. C. W. To Toronto The bus trip, sponsored by United Church Women, to Toronto Sunday to see the presentation of "The Living Christmas Tree" at The Peoples Church was enjoyed by all, U.C.W. Entertains Seniors Monday United Church Women entertained senior citizens to a delicious Christmas dinner in the Community Centre. Following the dinner the af- ternoon was spent in crokinole and cards. In keeping with the spirit of Christmas there were prizes for the lucky plate, the lucky chair and a special prize Everyone reports a most en- joyable afternoon, Euchre Party Mr. & Mrs. Roy Swartz and Mr, & Mrs. Bill Lamport were in charge of the euchre party in the Community Centre Monday night with eight tables in play. The prize for the ladies high score went to Mrs. Loretta Ball; lone hands, Mrs. Lil Dobbs; low, Mrs. Dick Neil, Men's high, Laverne Skinner; lone hands, Murray Carter; low, Thos. Yearley. The birthday prize; was captured by Mrs, Don Allen who was observing a birthday on that date. The next party on January 9 will be in charge of Ruth and Laverne Skinner and Mr. & Mrs. Otto Darling, You are reminded of the U.C.W. Christmas meeting in the schoolroom of the United Church Thursday evening when the ladies of the church are en- tertaining their husbands and friends, The annual Sunday School Christmas entertainment will be held in the schoolroom of the church Monday evening, December 19. By MRS. WILLIAM ROHDE THAMES ROAD The Christmas meeting of the United Church Women was held Monday evening with 31 ladies in attendance. Mrs. Reg Hodgert and her committee, Mrs. Floyd Stewart and Mrs. Archie Etherington had a devotional of the Christmas story from the Bible, carols, meditations and prayers. Mrs. Floyd Stewart gave a reading "Symbols of Christmas" namely, bells, star, wreath, lights, Santa Claus, songs and the Bible. Mrs. Reg Hodgert played Christmas music while Mrs. Archie Etherington and Mrs. Lee Webber received the offering and Mrs. Floyd Stewart gave the Offertory prayer. Mrs. Etherington closed the program with a humorous reading "Santa Claus Illusion". Mrs. Glen Stewart president opened the business with a reading "What is Christmas". The regular business was taken care of. It was decided to give $25 to Family Services at Clinton, $25 to the Christian Education Com- mittee and $20 to the Alcohol and Drug Acdiction. The secret Pal gifts were handed out and it was decided to Pensioners get boost Full increases in the Old Age Security pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement and Spouse's Allowance, effective in January, 1978, have been announced by Health and Welfare Minister Monique Begin. Increases in Old Age Security pension and Guaranteed Income Supplement payments represent the seventeenth quarterly escalation based on the cost of living, as provided for in the Old Age Security Act. The new monthly total at the single rate for persons receiving both the basic Old Age Security pension and maximum Guaranteed Income Supplement will be $261.06. For a married couple, both pensioners, the combination of the basic pension and maximum supplement will provide a payment of $498.00 for the couple monthly. The basic Old Age Security pension will rise in January to $153.44 from the present $150.43. FRIED CHICKEN EXETER 235-2665 have it again next year. Lunch was served by Group W under the leadership of Mrs. Archie Etherington and Mrs. Lloyd Ballantyne and the hostess Mrs. Murray Dawson, The Sunday School Christmas concert will be held Saturday evening December 17, at 8 p.m. in the Church basement. Church Service The third candle of the advent wreath pink, was lit to symbolize joy. Mr. Hargreaves told the children the story of the Christmas tree and its meaning. He chose as his sermon "The Star over Bethlehem". He said "As the star was the guide for the Wise Men of old to find the Baby Jesus - The lighting of candles and the lights on our trees remind us of the Christ Child and provide joy and hope for the world today." Personals Mrs. Lloyd Ballantyne, Miss Doris Elf ord, Mrs. Ross Hargreaves, Mrs. Ross Hodgert and Mrs. William Rohde attended the Christmas meeting of the Kirkton Horticulture Society Tuesday evening at Kirkton Woodham Community Centre. Mr. & Mrs. David Passmore, Tom and Jon attended the Haist Christmas gathering at Vanastra Sunday. Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Howatt, Kevin, Keith and Kent, Mr. & 3 Mrs. 'Jim Howatt and Larry, Londesboro, Mr. & Mrs. John Aiken, Mr. & Mrs. Bert Van Den Dool, Miss Judy Howatt of London were Sunday guests for their Christmas with Mr. & Mrs. Mac Hodgert and family. Lt. Col. Jack and Mrs. Cann and Jon, Belleville, Mrs. Isabelle Cann, Exeter, Mr. & Mrs. Jim Love, John and Patti, Grand Bend, Mr. & Mrs. William Weber and Julie, Dashwood, Mr. & Mrs. Brian Smith and Jennifer, London, Mr. & Mrs. Ray Cann and Cheryl were Sunday guests By MRS. THOMAS HERN ZION Joint services were held on Sunday to celebrate White Gift Sunday with the Sunday School superintendents Alan and Ivan Bern in charge. Joan Hern and Sandra Hern read the two parts of the theme story, "Let the Childran Come". Brenda Miller, Betty Johnson and Susan Jaques read the scripture lessons, The choir sang an anthem. All anthems were accompanied by the organist and pianist, Mrs, Lorne Hern and Yvonne Jaques. Gifts will go to the Huron County Family Services. A get aquainted hour with the student supply Terry Somerville was enjoyed. The ladies served lunch and coffee. U. C. W. Meets Zion West United Church Women held their Christmas meeting Monday evening in the church parlors. The president, Mrs. Lorne Hern opened the meeting with the reading "Yes, Virginia there is a Santa Claus", followed by the roll call answered for their Christmas with Mr., & Mrs. Reg Hodgert and family. Mr. & Mrs. Larry Ballantyne were among those who went on a trip to the island of Curacao last week. with "your favorite enrol". Recommendations for next year were read and accepted. The new officers for 1978 were installed. Group 1 with Mrs. Keith Hern in charge presented a candle lighting service. Those taking parts were Mrs. Earl Miller, Mrs, Larry Hern, Mrs, Earl French, Mrs. Gerald Hern, Mrs. Wayne Hern and. Mrs. Thomas Hern. Mrs. Lorne Hern demonstrated making some Christmas decorations, A story "The Spiders Web" was read by Mrs. Thomas Hern,a poem by Mrs. Wayne Hem with closing prayer by Mrs. Earl French. SAULT STE. MARIE 125 Brock Street Postal Zone: P6A 3B6 Telephone: 949-3331 SUDBURY 1538 LaSalle Boulevard Postal Zone: P3A 1Z7 Telephone: 566-3071 THUNDER BAY 435 James St, S. 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