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Times-Advocate, 1978-11-30, Page 22MR. AND MRS. HARVEY HODGINS Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hodgins, RR 1, Lucan celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with an Open House on October 6. They were marriedOctoper 6, 1928 in St. George's Church, London township by Rev. Arthur Shore. They have three children, Beverley and Roscoe, both of RR 1, Lucan and Mrs. Bruce (Loreen) Morley, RR 8, Parkhill and four grandchildren. Many activities at arena Seniors plan trip to see Simcoe lights Members of the Sunshine and Busy Buddies groups of the Lucan senior citizens’ club held a very brief business meeting prior to cards and crafts on Thur­ sday afternoon in the Masonic Hall. With the president Mary Kooy in the chair, the members set the cost of the Creepers plan for Achievement The seventh meeting of the Canvas Creepers 4H Club was held Monday, November 20 at the home of Allison Jinkerson. Quiz sheets, usually distributed at Achievement Day, were handed to the members who completed them, to go along with their books for inspection by the Home Economist. A rehearsal for the skit to be presented by the Canvas Creepers at the Achievement Day will be held on Wed­ nesday evening December 13 at the home of the Ass’t leader, Mrs. Gerald Straatman. The girls and their leaders invite you to attend Achievement Day, to be held in the afternoon only on Saturday, December 16, at Medway High School. Other varieties available (at competitive prices) Ida Red, Spy, Delicious Bring your own containers CRUNICAN BROS. 1 ]/2 miles south of Elginfield * Nicholson Flowers Drop in for coffee and doughnuts Fri. 9 to 9 or Sat. 9 to 6 and see our selection of Christmas Plants, Gifts * Wicker Ware & Stands * Scented & Novelty Candles * Xmas Decorations * Yarn Kits (Nice Gifts) Nicholson Flowers 277 MAIN ST., LUCAN 227-4283 to all who gave me support during Lucan elections . Thanks also for the cards, gifts and visits, while hospitalized and since I've been home. Sincerely John Forster basket of groceries at $25 and the Christmas cake $10 for the draw to be made December 14. These amounts will be paid by cheque to permit the winners to choose the kind of groceries and cake they wish. Birthday wishes were extended to Lil Dobbs. Dora Thompson reported that the dinner and exchange of gifts will be held at the Shillelagh following which the mem­ bers will return to the club rooms for a program and a social game of cards. A humorous reading “A Small Bill” was given by Iva Hodgins, followed by a singsong with Muriel Cobleigh at the piano. The high lady’s prize was won by Marjorie Steeper, Lone, Rose Atkinson and Low by Ann Kish. Luther Morley won the man’s high, Tom Kooy the lone and Lon Phillips the low. As there was no bridge played that prize was used for a "draw” prize was won by Florence Stanley. If you did not get your money in to Edythe Murdy for the trip to see the Christmas lights at Simcoe and the dinner, please do so this afternoon, Thursday, or phone Mrs. Murdy at 227- 4885. HARVEST SPECIAL High Quality Macintosh $6.95 bu. Lucan Classroom to be library, enrolment should rise By GORD WHITEHEAD The conversion of a classroom into a library at Biddulph-Lucan Public School is the "first, and only” capital project of the Middlesex County Board of Education for 1979. Trustees voted at their November meeting to spend an estimated $15,325 for renovation of the room next July. No other building pro­ jects were recommended. The capital forecast report also contained five- year enrolment projections which indicate that Biddulph-Lucan should grow to a peak of 509 pupils in 1982 and drop slightly to 504 by 1983. Trustees were told that housing growth in the Lucan area should head off the possibility of surplus classrooms at the school. Enrolment at the end of September was 475, com­ pared with 496 one year before. The school boards of Middlesex and Perth Coun­ ties both have approved an agreement to give more students in north east Middlesex the option to switch to Medway High School in Arva from St. Marys District Collegiate. Middlesex now buys educa­ tion from Perth for about 90 students but declining enrol­ ment is opening more places in schools such as Medway. The option to switch is ex­ tended to students living on either side of the Welburn Road and from there southward in West Nissouri Township. Middlesex will extend its transportation service, leading to double busing by both counties. Middlesex trustees have also agreed to pay $232,000 for their Hyde Park ad­ ministration offices which have been rented for $35,000 a year since 1972. Chairman Jim Scott of Biddulph said - "It makes economic sense to buy it now.” And trustees decided to stick with their decision to All mishaps one vehicle Three accidents were investigated this week by officers of the Ontario Provincial Police detach­ ment at Lucan and all in­ volved only one driver. Tuesday at 9.55p.m. a vehicle owned by Eric Whalley Construction was struck by a vehicle driven by David Whalley, London while it was parked on County road 20, north of Highway 22. Constable G.J. Barker set damages at $6,000. A parked and unattended vehicle owned by Linda Susan Smith, Lucan was struck by a vehicle driven by Scott McNair, Lucan. The mishap occurred at 11.55 p.m. Friday on Lucan’s Main street. Damages were listed at $2,200 by Constable D.R. Vance. Saturday at 2.45 a.m. a vehicle driven by Robert Clancy, R.R. 1 Ilderton went out of control on County road 28 just east of highway 4 and struck a pole. Damages were estimated at $1,000 by Constable W.T. Hodgins. TALKING SOILS — At the open house of the Centralia College of Agricultural Technology held Wednesday at Huron Park several faculty members were always on, hand to answer questions of the many visitors. Talking things over with head of the agronomy section Jim O'Toole were Herman Steffans of RR 2, Lucan and Peter Weel of Staynor. T-A photo refuse to pay tuition fees for county children attending a French-language immersion school in London. A delega­ tion of parents in late Oc­ tober won a review of the situation after the Middlesex board had re­ jected the request in early September and voted to up­ hold the rejection in early October. It’s not uncommon for "hot potatoes” to drop at school board meetings but a lesson on the comparative weights of raw potatoes and French Fries at the academic affairs com­ mittee? That’s what happens in Middlesex Coun­ ty! School trustees have ap­ proved a change in school cafeteria price schedules "to clarify the serving size for French Fries as an average serving of 5.4 ounces when cooked.” Small potatoes for a school board which handles such weighty matters as declining enrolments and spending millions of dollars, you say? That’s only half the slice. The crisis was brought to the trustees by their academic affairs com­ mittee. An academic issue? Yes, a very serious one. You see, the Ontario Secondary School Teachers Need mittens for United Church tree Continuing the series "These Meet the Master . . .” at Lucan United Church on Sunday morning, Rev. Keith Brown spoke on “A Criminal Meets the Master”, basing his remarks on Luke 23. He said the gospel writer describes the thief on the cross as a hardened criminal, the most unlikely person to have a change of heart. There are several lessons to be learned from these verses: There are no hopeless cases as long as life lasts, a person can become a Christian instantly and they refute several false views, e.g. there was no sacramentalism (the thief had not joined a church, taken communion, etc.) Refutes universalism, ^everyone is "saved” good or bad regardless of their attitude to Christ; refutes purgatory, (the forgiven thief went immediately into paradise;) and refutes the after death belief that believers souls sleep until called by God — the thief was with Christ at once upon death. Just as the thief had new life by throwing himself on the mercy of God and repenting, so we may have this new life just by turning from our present lives to Christ, with everything that keeps us away from God. The flowers in the Sanc­ tuary were from the funeral of the late John Vander Loo Jr, His loved ones were remembered in prayers. A time of Bible study, sharing and prayer is held Federation - the teachers’ union - has a "committee on mutual concern” which hashes over matters of com­ mon interest with school trustees. That concerned committee met recently with the academic affairs committee and you guessed it. . . first item is a report from Director of Education John Gummow on French Fries! "The report noted that the 10 ounces referred to in the price schedule are unpeeled. When peeled and blanched, the 10 ounces become ap­ proximately 5.4 ounces. There is also complaints concerning the quality of the French Fries”, the com­ mittee report says. Here’s the new price schedule: French Fries (5.4 oz. cooked) - 35 cents. Gravy - 5 cents extra. Then the mighty academic affairs and mutual concerns committees went on to tastier business, such as sur- plus and redundant teachers! Oh yes, that new schedule represents a five-cent reduc­ tion for the shrunken fries and the board’s purchasing manager will be ordered to try to restore some flavour to those peeled and blanched spuds. It’s more than academic! each Sunday evening at 7:30 in the C.E. Wing. This could be a blessing in your life; come and join us. Upcoming events Next Sunday, the Church School will be in charge of the service in Lucan United Church, to celebrate White Gift Sunday and the junior choir will sing. If your mittens for the “Mitten Tree” are not yet in, please bring them with you, along with your White, Gift for the Oneida and or Muncey Reserves. The Cradle Roll will meet in the nursery Tuesday, December 5 at 10 a.m. All babies and toddlers with their mothers are invited to join a time of fun and fellowship. The Committee of Stewards is also called to meet on the 5th, at 8 p.m. and a full attendance is desirable for this important “year- end” meeting. Friday, December 8, the Couples’ Club will hold their Christmas Party, com­ mencing at 7 p.m. The second edition of the Friendship Unit Dessert Cookbook is now available, in time for the little "Extra Gifts” you need. Call 227- 4706 to reserve your copies. Last call for Regal gifts, paper and card$, ’phone 227- 4879. The Evening Unit has Church calendars for 'Sale, ’phone 227-4421 to reserve yours, today, as a limited supply only is available. Badminton and volleyball Commission. Perfect at- are in full swing again at the ' Lucan Community Centre. If you are interested in joining or starting your own hour please call 227-4221. Mother and tot skating is every Tuesday afternoon from 2 to 3. Bring your pre­ school children out for practice. Girls skating only is every Friday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. Public skating is Saturday from 8-10 p.m. and Sunday afternoon from 3-5 p.m. The Lucan-Biddulph fire commission held their an­ nual Christmas party Saturday night with 60 in attendance. Ray Morley was the guest from London Fire REC HOCKEY By PAUL WRAITH In this week’s Lucan rec league games the Reds defeated the Yellows 8-2 to gain first place and the second game was called off because of poor ice con­ ditions. The Reds took a quick 3-0 lead on goals by Pete Martens, Jim Thomas and Martin Wraith before the Yellows scored their only two goals by Jim Hodgins and Mike Wraith. . The second and third periods belonged to the Reds as they scored five goals. Jim Thomas scored his second of the game and singles went to Gary Gibbs, George Ewer, Brad Taylor and John Pollard. The three stars were Jim Thomas, Brad Taylor and John Pollard, all from the Reds. An honourable mention should be given to the Red’s defencemen John Pollard, Martin Wraith, Andy Hardy and George Ewer who limited the Yellows to only 13 shots, mostly from long range. tendance awards were received by Deputy Chief John Riddall, Captain Bill Damen and fireman Frank Van Geel. Herb Ruth on the piano provided a lovely nite of music for the firemen and their wives. Bingo is every Thursday Early Bird is at 7:45. Jack­ nite at the Lucan Community pot is $350 in 55 numbers, Centre. Doors open at 7:15 Hope to see you here. --------------------------- - BINGO Anniversary is celebrated An evening of music was enjoyed at the home of Jim and Flora Robertson, Lucan when friends and relatives gathered recently to help celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. Music was supplied by Annabelle Baker and Duncan McQueen of Fergus, sister and brother of Flora Robertson. Mrs. Baker played the piano, and Duncan McQueen the violin. David Kestle, Clandeboye played the guitar.k LUCAN ARENA Thursday, November 30 Poors 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 Admission 75' • Proceeds for Arena License No. 234700 Bingos will continue each Thursday night. Duo to licome regulation, no one under 16 year* of age will be admitted.J I.UO1’ ............... .................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... the open'1^ 14th, wq8 GE1 December Ontario *'ro“9 I l.ucan,01' o”',ceg°30 , t2.oo-hO°' Participate in Canada’s Employment Tax Credit Program. Wider choice of new employees. Now, almost anyone who’s unemployed and regis­ tered at a Canada Employ­ ment Centre for a minimum of two weeks is eligible. A minimum of red tape. We’ve simplified the procedure, so you can do the whole thing, from begin­ ning to end, with just two single-page forms. For full details on the program, contact any Canada Employment Centre/ Canada Manpower Centre. EMPLOYERS: CAN YOU IGNORE A POSSIBLE TAX CREDIT OF $3,000 OR MORE? The Employment Tax Credit Program was introduced by the Govern­ ment of Canada to stim­ ulate employment in the private sector. In essence, were encour­ aging you to expand your work force by providing a tax break for your business. The potential annual tax credit for each new em­ ployee is over $3,000. And there is no limit to the number of new employees you can hire. Now, by using the expe­ rience we’ve gained so far, we’ve changed the program to make it even more attractive. Up to 33%% more tax credit. The maximum teim for the tax credit has been increased from nine to 12 months for each new employee.That means up to 331'3% more tax credit. Greater eligibility. We have expanded the number and types of busi­ nesses eligible to benefit. Now almost every business that’s been operating in Canada for a year or more can join in. Employment and Emplol et Immigration Canada Immigration Canada Bud Cullen, Minister Bud Cullen, Ministry