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The Brussels Post, 1975-07-16, Page 5.g; 44' Area Weddings TAWS -- MANN A BIG JOB — Paul .Mutter needed a front end loader to do a clean-up on the Maitland River side property at the old Currie place where SWEEP crews were working last week..An old foundation and other debris were cleaned up with the aid of the machine. . (Photo by Langlois) Bluevale New minister inducted Correspondent Mrs. Joe Walker Mrs. Mabel Harris of Lambeth, Peter Lapkowski, London and Brian McGavin, Walton are staying this week at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Carl Johnston. Mrs. Fred Ohm and Mrs. J,J,Elliott spent last week vacationing with Mrs.Edna Forbick at Niagara Falls, then all three flew from Buffalo to Cleveland While there one of their days included a tour of the African Lions Safari, at Toledo. Mrs. Forbeck brought them part way home then they were met by Mr. and Mrs. David Ohm and ' girls. They entertained them at their home in Waterloo before bringing them home. Mr. and Mrs.J.C. Johnston were in Brantford on Friday - evening attending the Cardiff- Pettit wedding. They were accompanied by Mrs. Laura Souch and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Colley. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Peacock, David of Winona visited with Mr. and Mrs. W.J, peacock last weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wilson of Fort Frances called on Mr. and Mr.s J.C,Johnstort one day last week, br. and Mrs. Terry Johnston visited at their parent's home after returning from their honeymoon trip spent in Nassau. Mr. and Mrs. Barry Harris, Larnbetli visited with Johnston relatives on Sunday. An induction Service for the Rev. Melina Brown, a minister of Bluevale and Whitechurch United Church congregatins Was held in Bluevale United Church, Thursday evening„litly 3rd. Batry PaSSmere conducted the service of worship with itEv. Mr, Robetta bringing the message and Mrs.• Carol Canlpbell singing a solo. The induction service was led by Rev, during Which „r. sleighthelme of Whitechtirch ititreduced Miss l'il°ftt. After the service, the new minister was introduced to members of the congregations by Mrs. Carl Johnston and Mrs. Chas. Mathers members of Bluevale session. During the social h our, and lunch, which followed, Mr. R. Fraser, Clerk of Bluevale session, called on heads of church organizations, who welcomed Miss Brown -to church and community. M rs. J. Nichqlson represented Bluevale U.0 W., Mrs, Moore Whitechurch and Mr. Garnet Farrier on behalf of Whitechurch Session. Miss Moore expressed her pleasure at being here and looked forward to her duties in August when Presbyterian and United Churches meet in United Churches, after holding services in Presbyterian in both Bluevale arid Whitechurch during July, Miss_Brown expressed her pleasure at being with the congregations and said she was looking forward to taking up her duties in August when the Presby terian and United Churches will meet M the United Church after holding services in the Presbyterian Church during July in both Whitechurch arid Bluevale. On Sunday, June 29th the congregation of Bluevale United Church gathered for Larry King's farewell service. Mr. King, a student for the ministry has served in Bluevale for the last two years. Members of the Presbyterian Church and their minister Mr, Breswick joined iri the service, After Mr. King's talk to the children, Alan Campbell S.S. Superintendent, presented him • with a plaque on behalf of children, expressing their love and thanks for his help and interest, The choir's antheni for the service' was 'Back Of the ClondS" • Doting his sermon Mr; King spoke of his two years in Bluevale • as a learning experience, and thanked the congregation for its support. After the church service everyone gathered in the Sunday School room where Mr. Robert Fraser, on behalf of the congregation expressed appreciation to Mr.' and Mrs. King for their work in Bluevale, mentioning Mr. King's challenging sermons and his ministry in music and song and wishing him success in his studies. Mrs. Audrey Johnston presented Mr. and Mrs. King with a lovely oil painting, and Michael Fraser gave Michael King a toy dog. Mr. King expressed their thanks in a few well chosen words. Following the presentation, lunch was served and a social time spent with the King family before their departure. Surprise Party A surprise party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dick de Boer for Mr. and Mrs. William de Vos, to honour them on their 25th wedding anniversary on July 20th. About 45 friends and neighbours attended for the afternoon and the picnic supper., A surprise party was held at the home of Mr. and Mts. Dick de Boer for Mr, and Mrs. William de Vos, to honour them on their 25th wedding- anniversary on July 20th. About 45 friends arid neighbours attended for the afternoon and the picnic supper. Bev Brown gave them advice for their next /5 years froM everyone present and expreSsed Wishes tO thern for many more anniversaries. Mrs" and Mrs. de Vet Were presented with a large wall min.& and a crystal bowl by Mt. Alex MacTavish and Mrs. Dick de goer; Personals Miss Marie Walker visited on Sunday with Mr. and, Mrs, George Pischet and bayle and also with Mr. and Mrs. Rest In a pretty June ceremony on Saturay, June 7 at 4:30, Constance Elaine Mann of Bluevale and William Peter Taws of Mississauga were joined in holy wedlock, REv,'Robt, H. Armstrong officiated at the ceremony which was solemnized in a setting of white shasta daisies and lighted green and white candles in candelabra, in Bluevale's Knox ' Presbyterian Church. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Ross Mann of Bluevale and the late Mr. Mann. Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Leslie M. Taws of Mississauga. Harold. Swatridge of Wingham was organist. He accompanied the soloist, Al Blais of Toronto who sang two songs written by 'the groom for the couple's special day. "We Will Always Be In Love" and "The Love We Know". Harvey Mann of Waterloo gave his sister in marriage She was elegantly gowned in a floor-length dress of ivory satin backed crepe. An original design by Carol Campbell of Lucknow, the dress was styled with empire waistline, long sleeves, pintucked bodice and cuffs and an attached cape. She wore an ivory straw hat with ivory satin roses and Parisian silk veiling. Her bouquet was a nosegay of dried flowers in shades of brown, rust and off- white. Miss Barb Lillow of Bluevale was maid of honor and bridesmaids were Mrs. Margaret Nieradka of Pyfississauga, Miss Anne Synnott of Toronto and Miss Jane Hambley of Hamilton. They were goivned alike in floor-length dresses of apple Married 40 years On Sunday afternoon Open House was held at Brussels United Church in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Hoover. One hundred and fifty relatives, friends and neighbours attended to extend congratulations and good wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Hoover in celebration of their fortieth Wedding. Anniversary. A pleasant afternoon was spent renewing friendships with many old friends. The afternoon Unit of the U.C.W. catered for the occasion. A family dinner was held at the Turnberry Tavern, Wingham, on Saturday evening when Mr. and Ethel inirimwormimmine. Correspondent Mrs. Cliff Bray Four ladies from the Ethel W.L had a very enjoyable of ternoon when Elnia • WI, entertained a number of Institutes. They stressed each and everyone to write their member of parliament or Consumer Affairs and have •the prices left on all things in stores, Mrs, Brouthon spoke on International Woman's Year which was followed by a lively discussion. A delicious lunch was served by the alma WA. ladies. • green, in wrap around style with empire waistlines and V necklines. Bias-cnt shoulder-length capes completed the ensembles and they carried, wicker baskets of green and off white dried flowers. The flower girl, Agela Busby of Belmore, was sweetly attired in a floor-length dress of ivory satin backed crepe with long bell- shaped sleeves. Her detachable cape was brown satin backed crepe. She carried a small wicker basket with dried flowers similar to those in the bride's bouquet. Joe Bator of Mississauga was best man and ushering the guests 'were Joe Nieradka or Mississauga, Bob Gronowski of Toronto and Har vey Mann of Waterloo. Master Dennis Henry of Bluevale was ring bearer. A reception followed at the Howick Community Centre. The bride's mother wore a floor- length gown of mauve satin backed crepe with mauve lace bodice and sleeves. A corsage of yellow Talisman roses completed her ensemble. The groom's mother chose a shrimp coloured floor-length dress with empire waistline and open work jacket. For travelling the bride donned a floor-length navy jersey dress with matching jacket trimmed with white corcheted collar and cuffs. A white wide brimmed hat complemented the dress. Mr. and Mrs. Taws will reside in Mississauga. Honored guests at the wedding were the groom's grandmother, Mrs. G. Seive of Montreal; and the bride's grandparents Mr. and. Mrs. John D. Mann of Clinton and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hasite of Gorrie. Mrs. Norman Hoover of R.R.3 Brussels, were honored guests it recognition of the 40th anniversary of their July 11th wedding in 1935. Guests from London, Lucan, Listowel, Brussels and Wingham were in attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Dougls Hemingway of Brussels, who were gromsman and bridesmaid of the 40 year ago wedding were also present at the family dinner, The guests gathered, after the dinner, at the home of the couple's daughter, Marion (Mrs. Eradie) for an enjoyable social time. BERG Sales -- Service Installation FREE ESTIMATES d Barn Cleaners ° Bunk Feeders ° Stabling Donald G. 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