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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1978-06-21, Page 13Millions of tourists spend billions of dollars a year in Ontario. esze..coo ,THE BRUSSELS. POST, JUNE 21 1978 13 13eIgrov.6 has flower Sunday Correspondent Mrs, Lewis Stonehouse 887-9847 Sunday, June 18, marked a very special occasion for the children of Knox United Church, Belgrave, when their Sunday School anniversary and Flower Sunday was observed. The church was filled to capacity, with many coming long distance to worship with parents and friends. The entry to the church was full of flowers. Baskets of peonies and other early summer flowers en- hanced the sanctuary and choir loft. Miniature flower arrange- ments adorned the window sills. The primary members 'of the Sunday School and their teachers occupied the centre front pews, while the remaining members formed the large junior choir. George Procter, Super- intendent, was in charge assisted by Rev. John G. Roberts. Scripture, readings were taken by Ruth Higgins, Sheila Ander- son and Paul Coultes. Special music added greatly to the effectiveness of the service. Miss Alison Roberts pres ided at the organ. The Junior Choir sang. "Do Lord," "The Doxology': and "Arky Arky", The latter ac- companied by actions. The Hi-C game a splendid rendition of the - `Battle Hymn." A highlight of the service was the presentation of attendance awards to 14 scholars, conducted by Rev. Roberts and Clifford Coultes assistant superintendent; Gary McArter, Alison Coultes, Ruth Higgins, Andrea Coultes, Donna Higgins and Bruce Higgins had one hundred per cent at- Forty-six Institute members and friends of the Belgrave area enjoyed a buse trip to Hamilton and Niagara area. In the morning they relived part of Canada's history as they, toured Dundura Castle at Hamilton, the home of Sir Alan McNab, govenor of Upper and Lower Canada in the 1850's. After lunch, they travelled to Marineland and then enjoyed a panoranic view of Niagara Falls before returning home. June The Belgrave Women's In- stitute will be having their June business meeting following the East Wawanosh Public School banquet on Tuesday, June 27, at the W.I. Hall, Belgrave. • , Used Clothing The evening unit of the U.C.W. of Knox United Church, Belgray.e met at the home of Mr. Robert aylor on June 13, A bale of used clothing has been packed and will be delivered ' to London. There will be no meeting in July and a family picnic will be Mrs. Lentz reviewed the musical instruments of the Bible: trumpet, cymbals and the lute. The songs of the Old. Testament were the "Psalms" she said. Holy, Holy, Holy was an early Christian hymn, possibly sung by StAmbrose or St. Augustine. The hymns were written in Latin so the people could not participate. Special persons sang at the front held at the Wingham Park August 13 at 2:30 p.m. The ladies received an in- vitation from Londesboro to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of their Manse. The theme for the worship was "Can you laugh at yourself?" and was conducted by Mrs. Jas, R. Coultes. Mrs. Cliff Logan led the study using an article from MacLean's magazine. Personals Mrs. Mildred (Stokes) Elliott, R.R. 1, Aisla Craig a' former resident of the Belgrave. Area, .•eceived her Bachelor of Social Work degree at the two hundred and twenty-sixth Convocation of the University of Western Ontario on June 7, 1978. Mrs. Elliott has accepted a position in London. Belgrave residents extend con- gratulations to her on her achievement and wish her con- tinued success in her work. Mrs. Norman Stonehouse of London spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse. Mrs. Norman Stonehouse of of the groups. The speaker Mentioned Martin Luther, who wrote hymns that all night sing like "A Mighty Fortress is our God", Some hymns were written as Spirituals. Pioneers sang unaccompanied on a Sunday evening, enjoying a social time. The address concluded by reference to the church's most recent hymn book; some songs London, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis. Stonehouse spent a couple of days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Ellis and family of White- vale. Mr. and Mrs. America Arruda, Mr. and Mrs. William Gow celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary, Sunday, June' 18th in the Belgrave Institute Hall. They were married in Blyth Presbyterian Manse June 20, 1928 by the Rev. Weir with the late Mr. and ;Mrs.. George Wilson as their attendants. Mr. and Mrs. Gow have four children, Mrs. Jack (Gladys) Ladd of Goderich, Mrs. Glen (Donna) Wales of London, Mrs. Leonard (Violet) Brindley of Dunngannon and William Nabrgang of Rostock They also have 16 grandchildrep 1 are based on psalms, others on spiritual inspirations. .All around the world hymns are sung; but in different languages. The Superintendent thanked all his helpers including the ushers for the day Kim McIntosh, Howard Roberts, Joanne Coultes and Wayne Cook. Following the closing hymn and. Benediction all enjoyed a. chicken barbeque lunch, Maria and Michelle of Toronto, Michael Logan . of Burburgton spent the weekend with Mrs. Cliff Logan and attended the Sunday school Anniversary and chicken barbecue at Knox United Church on Sunday morning. great grandchild. They farmed at Briglit, Embro, Blyth and Auburn before retiring to Belgrave. About 175 friends and relatives called at the hall to offer their congratulations. They received many gifts and good wishes. Coming from a distance were Bright, Hamilton, London, South River, -Carlyle, Ingersoll, Wood- stock, Innerkip, Blyth, '1 Auburn, Wingham, Goderich, Embro, New Hamburg and Nashville, Ontario. tendance varying from one to five years. Rev. Roberts introduced the guest speaker Mrs. Karl Lentz a former orga nist of the church. She chose as the subject of her address "Music in the Church". She questioned the choir as follows: Why are you here? and How long has a choir been in existence? Belgrave WI Takes bus trip to Hamilton Mr. and Mrs. Gow married 50 years That means jobs! Would you believe it? Tourism creates over 400,000 jobs in our province It brings in more than 4 billion dollars a year, In the end it helps pay for government services that the people of Ontario need. That's why Ontario is launching a special promotional program to tell e people in other parts of Canada and in the U. S. that they are especially welcome as visitors to Ontario. We're saying "we treat you royally". 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