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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1978-03-09, Page 17Work done in Stephen Higher thorn tender A letter received from R.W. Hosier. Property Manager of the Small crafts harbour branch of the federal government advised Grand Bend council that it may be possible for the village to hire the former Wharfinger as the harbour master. As wharfinger. Alex Leatherland, was in charge of the maintenance of the warning lights on the pier and the turning on of the foghorn. Council considered the idea of combining the posi- Quaint Quilters quilt covers The Quaint Quilting Queens of Grand Bend club number one held their fourth meeting, Thursday evening at Teresa Backx home, with Rosemary Vandenberk reporting. Roll call was answered by telling “what you think makes a person a good citizen in the community.” The girls worked at the quilted covers they are making for their Record books. They discussed politics and were to think of something they could do for their community. tion of wharfinger and dock master but no decision was made. In the same letter Hosier noted that “under provisions of the government harbour and piers act we are obliged to call for public tenders for the leasing of the marine facilities at Grand Bend.” The federal representative said that this was a formali ty and would not negate the leasing of the property to the municipality. Council renewed the leases of the fishing huts on the sputh side of river after some discussion about the location of the huts and their vulnerability to flooding, The leases are issued on a five year renewable basis, “I say we don’t pay them...somebody is playing with figures”,' were the words used by councillor Bill Baird to describe his feelings about the dis- crepancy of some figures provided by the township of Stephen for the Stanlake drain. Council instructed clerk-treasurer Louise Clipperton to send a letter to the township of Stephen in quiring as to the reason why ' the actual cost of the drain was higher than the tendered price and why the engineering fees were more than the expected amount. In other business, council: Received a letter from Southcott Pines asking coun cil about the status of their objections over zoning bylaw 3-16, Reeve Sharen said that all objections had been sent to the Ontario Municipal Board and it was up to the board to set a date for a hearing. Later on in the meeting council learned from their solicitor that the O.M.B. would be setting a hearing date next week. Gave permission to Ross Good attendance at World Prayer day Golden agers plan bus trip Twenty-seven Golden Agers and two visitors met Wednesday afternoon at the Village Inn for their March meeting. Entertainment was provided by group 2 with Wellwood Gill as M.C, opening with a poem, “The friend who just stands by.” Mr. Gill led in a sing song. Mrs. Letta Taylor of Dash wood read two poems, “Lest we forget,” and “Men”. Harry Schroeder and Doug Gill, Crediton kept the group in stitches of laughter when Harry sang, the tyords composed by himself and music composed by Doug. Song titles were “A Mothers Love,’’ “Praise be to father,” “Charmaine waltz,” and “There’s always some work to be done.” During the business a bus trip is being planned for June 7. Games of crokinole and euchre rounded out the af ternoon, followed by a delicious lunch by Inn staff. More than 60 attended the World’s Day of Prayer service, held Friday af ternoon at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, hosted by the Catholic Womens League, The theme this year was “Community Spirit in Modern Living,” and Father Henry a teacher from the London Seminary, gave an interesting talk on the theme. Roberta Walker sang two solo’s, “Were you there when they crucified my Lord,” and “He”. Churches participating in this year’s service were Grand Bend United, St. Johns by the Lake Anglican and Church of God and Dashwood United. The service was prepared by Canadian women, The offering of over $60 will go to Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada. Church news Soloist at the United Church Sunday morning was Mrs. Gail Overholt, when she sang “God hath not promised.” Rev. Harley Moore’s sermon topic was, “The Cross of Christ; Our Lord’s silence.” Choir anthem was “Be still my soul,” Flowers in the United r ■\ Support Your Fire Department The Grand Bend and Area Volunteer Fire Department is asking you to save your newspaper to support their newspaper drive on May 27th, 1978. (Newsprint only) Proceeds towards bettering our fire fighting equipment. The support of all Grand Bend and the rural area covered by our Department is required to make this drive a success. For an earlier pick up call 238-8768, 238- 8777 or 238-8732. Church sanctuary were placed in loving memory of the late Arthur Amy, by members of his family. The United Church young people met at the Church last Tuesday evening. They had a discussion on planning a worship service for May 8 on the topic, “Hey, Hey is everybody listening?” A whispering telephone game was enjoyed in the social time. Plans were made to attend the “Hiding Place” movie in Sarnia March 21. Church of God Church of God, men’s club met last Monday evening at the Church with 17 in at tendance. George Clemens who works at the Pinery Park showed colored slides and commentary on nature. Church news Seventy people attended the Church School birthday party, Friday evening at Church of God. They began by dividing into age groups and playing various games. The Sunday School rooms were decorated with bir thday decorations and ballodns. A short devotion period was led by Rev. John Campbell and his wife Betty, showing an object lesson using candles. Anglican The regular monthly meeting of the ladies group of St. Johns Anglican Church was held in the Parish Hall, Thursday afternoon with Convener Jan Fit zgerald presiding. A new idea, money making scheme was discussed — definite plans will be made at future meeting. Representatives were ap pointed to take part in the Worlds Day of Prayer ser vice. Thompson of D and R Winners World of Strathroy to reproduce the village crest as an iron-on transfer. Received a letter from the Lambton county health in spector that they would ap prove the construction of a holding tank at the corner of River road and Ontario street where Discon Construction of Windsor will build a Bask and Robbins ice cream store and a Mac’s Milk store. Reeve Sharen informed council that the village’s levy from Lambton county will go up six percent while the Lambton county budget will ,be increasing six per cent. Sharen said that the reason that the Grand Bend levy is more than the county increase is that last year the village received a rebate from the county equal to two percent and that this will not be forthcoming this year. Fewer Ontario Provincial Police will be working in the 1 village this summer, Sharen ’ stated, as a result of the reduced activity of the ; resort force. A total of 25 O.P.P. will be on staff this year compared to 29 last year. Randy Pollock, of Parkhill, a student at the University of Waterloo’s school of urban and regional planning has been hired by the village to assist in the preparation of the village’s official plan. Received a notice from Harold Gibbs of Parkhill ad vising them that rent of $2500 for the main beach is now due. Council filed the letter from Gibbs who has claimed ownership of the beach for a number of years. Following a presentation from R. Ludgate, sales manager of London Photocopying, council made no decision about the purchase of a new photocopier to replace the present Xerox unit. Council reserved action on a resolution from the town of Markham that called for treasury, economics and in tergovernmental affairs to give municipalities the right to charge licence fees to cover administrative and enforcement costs of all licensing programs. Following the conclusion of business, council went in camera to meet with the planning board, their lawyer and planning consultants. Times-Advocate, March 9, 1978 ATTEND PLAYHOUSE BALL — The Huron Country Playhouse staged a successful dinner and dance in Grand Bend Saturday night. Above, Playhouse director James Murphy and his wife Barbara welcome George and Marjorie Glendinning. T-A photo 1$ ,9* 2 J ' .. mt 4 • k Appreciating your support.at- Fire Chief, H.A. Hamilton J JOIN THE HOME IMPROVEMENT MOVEMENT Take advantage of our great selec* tion of decorating ideas — along with helpful advice to add sparkle to your home. 4 LARGE SELECTION OF CARPETING BLINDS VINYL FLOOR COVERIN* DRAPERY HARDWARE DRAPERIES BENJAMIN MOORE PAFNTS LARGE SELECTION OF WALLPAPER ALL THIS AND MUCH MORE AT GB group at Presbytery Those from this area tending Presbytery, Tuesday at Wesley Willis United Church at Clinton, were Rev, H. Moore, Mrs. Hazel Blewett of Grand Bend and Stuart Bullock of Greenway. A presentation from . members of the farm marketing board spoke on the unfair prices of eggs, milk, swine and beans. William Richard, Ford- wich who has been attending theological school in Saskatoon was recom mended for ordination to the ministry at the Conference in May. , A resolution urging members to write their member of Parliament about Bill 107, before third reading, on pornography, was passed, ( j Persona Is Mr. & Mrs. Elgin Adams, accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. Les Adams, Exeter returned home Friday after a month’s holiday in the Ormand Beach area of Florida. Mrs. Susie Devine visited recently with Mr. & Mrs, Ervin Devine, Mr. & Mrs. Bill Vandeworp and family, Dashwood and Mr. & Mrs. Howard Hendrick and family, Crediton. Sympathy of this com munity is extended to Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Eagleson, of Grand Cove Estates in the death of her father Arthur Amy, Tuesday February 28, who had resided at Maplewood Apartments, Zurich. Funeral service Friday from T. Harry Hoffman funeral home. Rev. Embree of Paris and Rev. Bruce Pierce officiated. Interment at Crediton cemetery. Miss Ann McLaren, left Monday for home in Van couver after spending three weeks here with her sister, Mrs. Raymond Kading and other relatives. Ann and sister Jeanne, attended a 50th wedding anniversary celebrations Friday and Saturday, for their brother and sister-in- law, Mr, & Mrs. Keith McLaren, Exeter. Senior Citizen ladies and friends have been busy this week, quilting at the Village Inn. Rev. John Campbell and several other ministers from Ontario, attended a Central State ministers meeting in St. Joseph, Michigan, Monday and Tuesday. Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Eagleson have returned to their home in Grand Cove Estate after a holiday in Florida. Mr. & Mrs. Bill Sturdevant have rturned from a two week holiday in Hawaii. Mr. & Mrs. Ed Gill, ac companied by Mrs. Marian Reith and family spent the week end in North Bay, with Mr. & Mrs, Mel Ramsden and family. Women’s Institute members met Monday and Tuesday at the Village Inn to quilt the original quilt they designed, to enter at the plowing match competition this fall. Mr. & Mrs. Lome Devine spent the week end in Waterloo with their nephew and nieces, Gary, Diane and Lori Anne Latta, The children’s parents Mr. & Mrs. Erwin Latta are on holidays in Florida. Mr. & Mrs. Orville Farrell and Mr. & Mrs. Lome Devine visited Thursday in Ingersoll with Mr. & Mrs. John Didwell. ■wfl) PRESCRIPTION SERVICE k GRAND BEND _ DECORATING Mmnw 15 Main St. 238-8603 HARWOOD DRUGS W. Harwood, Phm.B 238*8540 Beside Post Office 22, 81 CRESCENTGftAND ont Ct Ct Ct I BiTESIZE SAVINGS 11.91! I Bel 11 * Wi eTel »U »] 11 fLrfc$$ss$$$$$ss read 24 oz. 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