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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1979-01-24, Page 22Page 22 Times-Advocate, January 24,1979 Program included "roast" M.H. honoured after many years as arena treasurer A “thank you” night was held for M.H. Hodgins, long time treasurer of the Lucan Recreation and the Arena Board, now retired, in the Leprechaun Hall at the Community Centre Friday evening. Emcee and co-chairman Mike O'Shea entertained at the piano with pre-dinner music and the Friendship Unit of the Lucan United Church catered for a delicious roast beef dinner, following grace, pronounced by co-chairman Alan Hill, a toast to the Queen and the singing of O Canada. Mike graciously thanked the Unit members for their work in providing such a lovely dinner. The program for the evening was informal and varied, consisting of a rousing singsong, led by Diane O’Shea, with Mike at the piano, a very humorous “Roast” by Dan Gwalchmai when 11 tachments “vintage” Hodgins of Vanastra Park, Clinton and Wayne and Rose- Mary Hodgins of the 9th Con. London township were among the guests and were recognized at various times during the program. To close the table festivities, Diane and Mike had written a humorous parody song re the past, present and future activities of Murray, to the tune of “Years May Come & Years May Go”, which everyone enjoyed singing. The place cards and three copies of the song carried an “M.H. Logo” designed by Diane and at one end of the hall the committee had placed a huge banner, also prepared by. Diane, bearing the words “Thank you, Murray.” The evening concluded with dancing to music by Larry Hotson and much visiting between the guests. participating Biddulph, and London, different at- for Murray’s bicycle were Cards, crafts for seniors theThe members of Sunshine and Busy Buddies groups met Thursday af­ ternoon in their clubrooms in the Masonic Hall for cards and crafts. Mary Kooy, the president welcomed a large number of seniors and particulary two new members Verna Ibbitson and Maurice MacDonald. Birthday congratulations were ex­ tended to Alexia Atkinson in absentia. The treasurer reported a substantial balance in the bank account, even after his recent trip! A letter of thanks for last weeks party was read from Alex and Eva Young and following lunch they distributed wrapped wed­ ding cake to each member. presented, presumably from various members of the Board, and Ruth Hill gave a biography of his Life history. She brought in many humorous anecdotes as well as giving the more serious side of his life, work, army service, etc. The three townships, McGillivray were respresented by their board members, Jim Shipley, Alan Hill and Fred Lewis, respectively, who presented the guest of honor with a beautifully com­ fortable “Wall Hugger” reclining chair. Board Chairman Jerry Van Bussell commended “M.H.” for his service as the volunteer secretary then treasurer for so many years and presented him with the Board’s appreciation gift, a large framed oil painting of the “Old Arena”, painted by a talented young Lucan artist, Ferlin Sovereign, with a suitable plaque implanted in the frame. This was accompanied by an appreciation scroll, prepared by Norman Steeper written in Gothic Script. The Corporate Seals of the 4 participating municipalities were stamped along the bottom of the scroll which was signed by the members of the Board. A “blown-up” picture of Murray as he won the prize at last year’s Winter Car­ nival, as the oldest skater on the ice, was presented by Doug Johnston and caused much hilarity. The enlarging of the picture was done by Ron Peters. “Wil” Van Bussell presented Iva Hodgins with the lovely silk and dried flower arrangement which was the table centre. Murray responded in a light vein voicing ap­ preciation and thanks for himself and for his wife. Ward and Barbara THE NEW AND THE OLD — Residents of Lucan and area gathered Friday at the Lucan Memorial Community Centre to honour Murray Hodgins, a 25 year secretary-treasurer with the arena. With Mr. Hodgins (middle) are board chairman Gerry Van Bussell, former chairman Harry Wraith, and new board members Tom England and Richard Gladhill. T-A photo No one hurt in accidents Parents in volunteer program i Interesting year at St. Patrick's The month of January brings the snow, the ice and all the other types of in­ clement weather which affects our school by buses arriving at school late, having to leave early or in some cases not running at all. January is also the point in time whereby students begin to realize that they have completed half a year’s studies. The first half of the year Wl members asked towrite radio station The January meeting of the Lucan Women’s Institute was held on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Wesley Atkinson. With Mrs. Tom Emery, Sr., in the chair, thank you notes were read from Thameswood Lodge for the “Gift Cupboard” items, the War Memorial Children’s Hospital for Christmas Gifts and the “Killer Gas” project for the Branch donation. Each member was asked to write to the local radio station and the advertisers if she felt annoyed and em­ barrassed when personal hygienic articles were ad­ vertised. As convener for Citizen­ ship and World Affairs, Mrs. Sheridan Revington com­ mented on the Motto “Good citizens, like sports require good team work” saying that we all have something to contribute in being a good citizen, taking pride in our country, and working together as a team. She commended the London Board of Education member Sam Munroe for his recommendation that a flag be placed in each classroom. It is hoped that the Mid­ dlesex Board will follow suit. Mrs. Revington conducted a verbal contest with members naming the premiers, the Provincial capitals and the Great Lakes. J. Chandler, administrator for Social Services for Middlesex County was the very informative guest speaker, giving an outline of the structure and how the system works. He was most gracious in answering the many questions. Mrs. Revington thanked both Mr. Chandler and Mrs. Atkinson and Mrs. Cecil Robb presented a token gift on behalf of the Branch, as well as a card signed by those present. The roll call was answered by naming a place in Ontario you would recommend to a tourist. Lunch was served by the hostess and Iola Goring. The next meeting will be held February 21, at 7:30 when Miss Joanne Johnson the Public Health Nurse will be the speaker and special guests will be the 4-H Club members, their mothers and their leaders. It will be in the lower Masonic Hall. Every member is urged to be present. LOTHAR HINZ ROOFING & BUILDING * new homes * trim work * garages * sidewalks * additions * roofing * renovations * repairs * driving sheds We also do very small jobs For more information Call Collect LOTHAR HINZ Ailsa Craig, Ont 293-3674 News from United Church At the Lucan United Church Sunday, Mr. Peter Snell, student minister, of the Ailsa Craig Pastoral Charge, was the speaker when Rev. Keith Brown was celebrating Holy Com­ munion at Carlyle, Ailsa Craig and Brinsley. Mr. Snell speaking on “Prayer”, used as his text I Thes. 5:7 “Pray Con­ stantly.” He said “Men and Women of the Bible ac­ complished the things they did because of their belief in prayer to God; Jesus, himself, had a very profound prayer life, Peter and Silas ‘prayed and sang praises without ceasing’ ahd Paul’s letters beg people to pray unceasingly.” Said Mr. Snell “Start and end your day with God, set aside a few minutes during the day for quiet communion with God.” He asked the question “Does God have time for our little wants?” The answer is found in Isaiah when God said “Before they call, I will know.” Prayer is the Christian’s vital breath and native air. Pray without ceasing. The choir sang the lovely “God gives His People Strength” by the Medical Mission Sisters, which fitted in so very well with the sermon. The flowers in the sanc­ tuary were from the funeral of the late Mrs. Edith Corp­ se, mother of Mrs. Shirley Fowles. The prayers of the congregation go out to the family. The Couples’ Club meets on Thursday evening at 8:15 in the C.E. Wing. Next Sunday, January 28, the Annual Congregational Meeting will be held in C.E. Wing, following morning service, members, are qrged to present for this important event in the Church year. Please bring sandwiches or finger desserts, beverage will be provided by the U.C.W. r has certainly been in­ teresting with the day to day schedule interspersed with all kinds of field trips, Houseleague activities, Folk Dance Festivals and other such things which make school an enjoyable ex­ perience in this day and age. Re: class trips Mrs. Kelly’s Gr. 4, 5 class visited London Airport, London Public Library and Art Gallery, City Hall and Victoria Park — as part of the Environmental Studies program. Mr. Redmond’s Grade 7 arid Mr. Ziler’s Grade 8 class had the op­ portunity, as part of the English program, to visit Regina Mundi College in South London and watch live theatre — the production of “the Odd Couple”. During the earlier part of the fall Mrs. Forrest’s grade 5 and Mrs. Maxwell’s grade 6 classes had the wonderful opportunity to dialogue with Canadian author Ted Harrison who resides in the Yukon Territory and who has written the book “Children of the Yukon” along with many other similar books. Mr. Harrison was in London during Canadian Book Festival week. Mrs. Wilkinson’s grade 2 class and Mrs. Isard’s grade 3 classes visited Notre Dame School in London to team up with their pen pals. Both St. Patrick’s and Notre Dame’s students spent part of an afternoon skating and “socializing” at ..Oakridge Arena. Finally, regarding trips, the kindergarten students along with Mrs. Hern, Mrs. Lee and other volunteer parents visited Crunican Brothers Orchards. Regarding houseleague activities, the two main ones were volleyball and soccer. The soccer activity was the more successful of the two and both the school’s win­ ning teams girls, Karen Toonders, Monique Beaulieu, Rachel Rosch, Carol DenOtter and Jennifer Welsh and boys Dennis Foran, Michael Arts, Marcel Rosch, John Straatman and Michael Pratt participated in the inter-school houseleague competition which involved all Catholic Schools in the system. In addition, a very suc­ cessful instructional skating program for grade 4 and 5 students was held at the Lucan Community Centre. The Instructors were Mrs. Margaret Forrest and Mrs. Verla Kelly. A new activity in the form of a health club was in­ troduced to grades 4 to 8 students this term, on a daily basis, the “Health Hustle”, under the leadership of Mrs. Lynne Wilkinson and Mrs. Chris Isard, the students keep fit to music. This happens in the gym during recess time and is a very enjoyable means of getting fit and have fun simultaneously. The final activity in the category is the “Folk Dance Club”. Students from Grades 1 through 7 participated in the London- and Middlesex County R.C. Schools’ annual folk dance festival held at Althouse college. From all feed back this is another fun activity where grades from all schools share their ex­ pertise and multiculturalism. Some students have unique ways to earn extra pocket money and increase their bank balance. Michael Beaulieu is one of those student who received a prize in the form of cheque from the Lucan Legion which sponsored a literary contest in connection with Remembrance Day. Because Michael’s father is a bank manager, he should have no problem cashing his cheque! While the students have had fun so have their parents. To begin with, when student reports went home at the end of the first term they were in a new form as St. Patrick’s had adopted a different system of report cards. The P.T.A. continues to be as successful as ever. The new executive this year began with the ever popular Wine and Cheese party, as a portion of the first meeting of the year. The November meeting centered around the topic “Right to Life” which invblved guest speakers and an in-depth discussion. January’s meeting will cover the topic “Children with Learning Difficulties” and will be held on Wed­ nesday evening, the 31st. The big social event for parents will be the St. Patrick’s night dance at the Lucan Com­ munity centre on Saturday, March 17.- In addition, the school has input from parents in the form of the ever popular parent volunteer program. Mesdames Cathy Van Bussel, Anne Lewis, Annie Giesen, Carole Damen, Ann Hartman, Rose Bakker, Marg Cocquyt, Marcelle Beaulieu, Nancy Menard, Liz Roestenberg, Dee Hoevenaars and Mr. Hans Geertsen, are all productive and experienced in assisting with school programs. All students and staff of St. Patrick’s School wish all members of the Lucan and surrounding community a Happy and Prosperous 1979. No injuries were sustained and damages were slightly in excess of $4,500 in nine accidents investigated this week by officers of the Lucan detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police. ■ Monday at 11 a.m. vehicles driven by Oliver Grigg, Lucan and Grant Norton, London collided on Highway 7 in Biddulph township, Corporal D. B. Cox set damages at $800. The same day at 4.50 p.m. Constable G. N, Wilcox listed damages at $800 when vehicles driven by Brian Kelly, St. Marys and Frank Wall, Parkhill were in collision on Highway 7. The first of three Tuesday mishaps occurred at 6.30 a.m. on Highway 4. Driver of the lone vehicle involved was Russell Thompson, Lucan. Constable N. A. Campbell estimated damages at $450. At 7.25 a.m. Tuesday a vehicle driven by Mary Wells, St. Marys left High­ way 7 in East Williams township. Constable Jim Craig investigated. Constable C. S. Fleming set damages at $1,100 when vehicles driven by William Beadle, RR 3, Ilderton and Gary Kilbourne, Komoka crashed on County road 16 in London township. The mishap occurred Tuesday at 9.55 a.m. Thursday at 10.10 a.m, vehicles driven by Ellyne Hamilton, were in collision on the Cameron stable D. damages at $1,300. At 8.30 p.m. Friday, Constable B. D. Munro set damages at $900 when vehicles driven by William RR 3, Ilderton sideroad. Con- R. Vance listed SPECIAL Small, Good Macs 1 GODSHOW the the All be “Godshow”, a series of weekly radio programs hosted by John Archibald, sponsored by the -United Church of Canada began January 21 continues each Sunday evening at 6:40 p.m. on C.F.R.B. (1010 on your A.M. dial). Programs will deal with matters of faith, social concern- and church affairs on the local national and international scenes. BINGO LUCAN ARENA Now every Wednesday Night -Starting Jan. 24th Doors Open 7:15 P.M. Early Bird 7:45 P.M. Regular games, Midway special, share the wealth, stand up, etc. Jackpot $350 - 55 calls - Proceeds for Arena Double Door Card $1.00 license No. 234700 Due to licente regulation! no one under 16 year! of age will be admitted. Glibbey and Constance Kaiser, both of London collided on Highway 23, south of the Middlesex- Perth county line. Constable T. R. Chapman listed damages at $500 in a mishap involving a vehicle driven by Qasem Yousef, Stratford on Highway 4, north of Concession 14 and 15 in London township. It oc­ curred Saturday at 7.30 p.m. Other varieties available (at competitive prices) Ida Red, Spy, Delicious Try our fresh cider. Available at dll times. Bring your own containers CRUNICAN BROS. 1 ]/2 miles south of Elginfield Lucan Trai/el MAIN STREET LUCAN, ONTARIO N0M 2)0 PHONE 227-4443 QUEBEC WINTER CARNIVAL February 2 — DAY 1 - QUEBEC CITY — This tour departs Friday morning and arrives io Quebec City early evening, in time to partake in the nightlife the carnival has to offer. Our accommodations will be at the Ramada Inn. DAYS 2 & 3 — These days will be free to relax or take part in many of the carnival activities. DAY 4 — We bid farewell to the-carnival and our arrival home will be again early evening. COST PER PERSON 4 Days Single: Twin: Triple: Quad: $215.00 $169.00 $159.00 $149.00 * return transportation via washroom equipped highway cruiser ' y * 3 nights' accommodations, including hotel taxes * da" ransfers to and from the carnival * services of Hanover Holiday Tours escort *pick-ups enroute 1979 is International Year of the Child $ I «■< $:■ Here’s what Ontario is doing and what you can do to improve the well-being of our children. HI 1979-lntemational Nbar of the Child The United Nations has proclaimed 1979 as International Year of the Child in order to focus attention on children everywhere. In Ontario, the Government has always looked at children as our most precious resource and has worked to provide them with the best possible health, education and social programs. In 1979, we intend to strengthen these services and programs in the belief that the peace and prosperity of the future depends on the well-being of our children today. However, the Year of the Child to be truly successful in Ontario, must have everyone's support... your support. Only you, as a parent or friend, can provide the love and concern that is so essential to the healthy development of a child. For more information on the Ontario Government's programs for our children, and a list of suggestions of what you, your organization or community can do during the International Year of the Child, write to: International Year of the Child 1979, "Today is for Tomorrow" Secretariat for Social Development Whitney Block, 1st Floor Queen's Park Toronto, Ontario M7A1A2 Margaret Birch, Provincial Secretary for Social Development William Davis, Premier Province of Ontario