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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1980-01-03, Page 20014 SCHMLHOUSE glass shop leetled and stained glass windows 1 new and repaired complete glass service 5 km W T OF VILLAGE OF DASHWOOD O HVVY, # 83 TEL 237-3373 TRUST OMPANY GUARANTEED CE FICATES AVAILABLE Repress ting many trust com- panies, highest rates usually availablp. For more information contact John' R. Consitt at *36-4381 or 236-4560 ,‘Orts & Eq V. .16. 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FAIR Hearing Aid Service HEARING AIDS 145 Ontario St., Stratford Earn Interest Daily With Mutual Life's Daily Interest Annuity Our Daily Interest Annuity is in a class by itself. The interest rate is competitive,. and can vary from day to day. On December 28th, it was 12.5%. There is no policy fee or front-end load. You can get all of your money back at any time, though no interest will be paid on money with us for less than 12 months. The DIA can be registered as an RRSP. And best of all, it has the built-in life in- come feature that only a life insurance company can provide. Call for the current interest rate. Geo. A. Godbolt Devon Bldg. Exeter, Ont. 235-2740 Mutual Life of Canada 0y MRS, E. SUMMERS:. GRANTOR The annual. Christmas. party 40,11BYriCIV,SPOTIsorOd by the Wanton Volunteer. Fire Department, again proved an outstanding success With over 8Q corn- munity children, some ac- companied by parents, enjoying the heyride. It took eight wagons to transport tintn, Those. who were too young. to go on the hayride, had their party, and a visit from Santa, while the hayride was in progress. For those on the hayride, Santa, was. waiting at the fireball. The Granton Volunteer Fire Department wish to extend their appreciation to everyone who helped in any capacity to make this project a success, • Council Banquet' The members dr,Iliddulph township council and their guests were served sumptuous roast beef dinner by the ladies of Court Valentine Canadian Forester's on December 17. Following the meal, the remainder of .the evening was spent in the enjoyment Of cards. Church news At the United Church. Rev. Elwood Morden conducted the Sunday morning, worship for December 30, Taking the theme for his sermon from Matt 24 Rev. Morden entitled it, "They missed Christ- MS," This referred to the Chief Priests and. Scribes, who though they gave the directions,to the Wisemen as to where they would find the place where Jesus Was born, did not go themselves to see the Babe of Bethlehem. Maybe they made the excuse thatthey were too busy, they were also afraid of Herod. Therefore they missed Christmas. - Was Christmas different for you this year? said Rev.. Morden, did you feel the thrill of it, I pray that none of us has missed Christmas this year. The Sunday School held a special birthday party for Jesus in the basentent of-the church, each, member bringinga present of canned goods for Family Mission "Services". At St, Thorne., Anglican Church, Prof. Walter Creery of Kirkton was in charge of the carol service December 30. Entitling his message Reflections. On the past Decatie„ the speaker said,- "We should look back to the good things that have happened, and not the bad, Scripture readers led by Prof, Creery were, Jim Hodgins, Danny Roloson„ Helen Herbert, Marion Herbert, and Kenny Beat- son. Flowers were placed on the altar by Mrs. Henrietta Carson and family, in loving memory of the late Alvin Carson. At the Granton Com- munity Bible Church, David Hendry of Woodham was in charge of the worship and entitled his. Meditation "An endurance rtm of Faith" taking the theme from Hebrews 12 1-2, We as Christians are beseeched to lay aside any, weights that prevent God from con- trolling our lives, such as love, or possessions, discouragement and un- certain priorities, said the speaker. The ladies Bible Study will resume their meetings on January 8 at the home of Mrs. Jim Hodgins at 10 a,m. Women's Institute news The Granton W.I. met at the home of Mrs, Gordon Dann for a pot luck supper December 18. Mrs. Hamilton Hodgins presided. The Roll Call was answered with a Christmas poem, and the topic was Christmas. Each member brought a gift for a child at the Children's War Memorial Hospital, London. Community Shut-ins were remembered by the Sun- Shine Committee.. Mrs, N.ortnan. Riddell gave All interesting report on. the second day of the Area Convention, held in St. Marys recently, and Mrs, Hamilton Hotigins reported on, the firSt day. The course 'no indoor gardening was -discussed, and was decided to have a. meeting in con- nection with it in the New Year. Mrs. Clarence Lewis read a letter from a niece of Mrs.. George Wilson, saying 'that she had presented the W,I. badges of the late Anne Wilson of Kirkton to the Museum, in Ottawa, where the following badges will be displayed on a. cushion, .A,C.W.W., F.W.LC, F,W.I.O, and theNorth West Terri** pin. C.G.I.T.. Vesper Service The Granton C.G.I.T. Vesper Service was very well attended on Sunday December 16 in the United Church. The theme for this impressive presentation was "One night in Bethlehem." The leader was Margaret McGuffin, representing Light with a candle Christine Currah, and Michele Malcolm, who, carried the open Bible, represented The Word, Monologues were given in costume by the following members, Joeeph-Maria. Vand.errninnen, Mary Joanne Goos, Stable Hand. Bonnie Harloff, and a., Traveller Evelyn Van- derminnen, - - Candle-lighters, Love Colleen Malcolm, Service. Amy Waugh, Faith Christine Jones, Hope Stephanie Penman. At the conclusion of the service a time of fellowship was enjoyed over refresh- ments, Leadere Mrs. R. Harloff and Mrs.. G. McRobert deserve credit for their efforts on behalf of this grOup. ATTEND ANNUAL - Several delegates from the area were among those attending the United Co-operatives of Ontario annual meeting in Toronto recently. Back row, from the left: Gerald McBride, Jim Morlock, Stan Francis, Jack Blair, Jim Dougall, Derwood Braithwaite and Edwin Miller. Seated: Jeanette McBride, Nancy Morlock, Joan'Francis, Ontario dairy princess Charlene O'Neil, Mary Dougall and Marilyn Braithwaite, Banner year of United Co-op United Co-operatives of Ontario (UCO) had a sound business year in 1979 with the total volume of sales in- creasing 13.3% or $49- million over 1978, to a record $418-million, states the co- operative's annual report, released Nov. 30. The report indicates UCO's impact as the primary supplier of various Continued from page 4 for this depot. Exeter depot, in quarters supplied by the Exeter United Church was ably manned by Mrs. Marj Adams and volunteers; this depot looked after 33 families with a total of 75 children. Thank you very much Exeter. Wingham, the most nor- thern depot in Huron County did a terrific job under the guidance of Captain Iain Trainor of the Salvation Army and volunteers. Forty- three families and 108 children owe a note of thanks to these hard workers and so do we. We F would again like to thank everyone in Huron County who gave in any way and wish you all a very Happy and Prosperous New Year. Family and Children's Services. of Huron County farm inputs in Ontario has expanded: the 1979 net sales ,were four times as high as those realized .10 years ago. • In 1979, total assets also increased over 1978 by 23.4% or over $33-million. Net savings were about $2.9- million, 37.4% above 1978. UCO is one of the larger retail complexes in the province, with a combina- tion of 104 retail branch out- lets and 48 member co- operatives with 77 places of business, The member co- operatives with 77 places of business, The member co- , operatives ,have „Ap- proximately 40,000 members and UCO has over 46,000 direct members. The volume of business done by members with UCO in- creased in 1979 by almost $41-million and stands at 72% of the total business transacted for 1979. Capital expenditures dur- ing 1979 were over $17- million compared to almost $12-million the previous year. This included con- struction on feed mills in Wingham and Peterborough, the purchase of land and storage facilities at Oshawa harbour and continued work at the Windsor Grain Ter- minal elevator. In fact, ex- cluding Windsor, a total of 74 engineering projects were undertaken this past year. In addition to those already mentioned these would in- elude numerous renovations on and additions to CO-OP stores t throughout the province and a new stocker and feeder barn at Rockford, near Owen Sound. Other highlights from the report: . • Grain marketing volume was not as large as last year, .because , of a poor corn harvest in the fall of 1978. • Interest expenses were a major cost factor with a $2- ,million increase over 1978. • A new CO-OP holding company ,'flalled IfiTrade Inc., along with A.C. Toepfer ,KGs, of „I'lavliwg,„Gerroany has created -a' hew 'trading company, „called A.C. Toepler Thternational. InTrade Inc., will own 50% of • this new company with trading offices in 17 coun- tries, ownership in several deep water grain terminals and an experienced staff of 500 employees. • Seven new seed corn varieties were introduced this past year. • UCO processed and marketed over 9% of On- tario chicken and 10% of On- tario turkey. Supporting these activities is the UCO hatchery producing ap- proximately 12.5% of the On- tario hatched broiler chicks. • At year end, a patronage return of $1.3-million in com- mon shares was authorized by the UCO Board. UCO is the largest farm CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES, WINTER 1980 Clinton Campus The following courses are being offered this Winter semester. Students are already enrolling. To ensure yourself a place in the course of your choice, please telephone 482-3458 Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday and Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. or visit our campus at Van astra Road, Clinton, Ontario. English & Mathematics Upgrading and Home Study $19.00 Basic Bookkeeping $23.00 Advanced Bookkeeping $23,00 The Complete Receptionist $27.00 Natural Gasfitter Licence Preparation $66.00 Bartending Techniques $48.00 Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation $20.00 Dimensional Metrology $33.00 Plant Layout $33.00 PICK UP ONE OF OUR WINTER 1980 TABLOIDS FROM OUR CLINTON CAMPUS Conestoga College ofA led Arts and echnology We've got a lotto share. See our Representatives BOB PEARCE AND OR BILL SCHUTZ at. The Devon Buildin g, ' 476 Main Street, Exeter EVERY TUESDAY on: (Next Visit: January 8th FEDERAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK Owners ofsmaller businesses... we provide: *Financial assistance * Mana,gement comisqlhng(CASE) * Management training * Information on gopernment programs for bugness Can we hekou? (Branch Office Address) For prior information please call 271-5650 (collect) or write 1036 Ontario St. Stratford. "1"4.11WITEIMIIMPFAlpf • MR.111r.,11,,,4 , •, - successful supply and marketing co- operative in Ontario. It provides a complete line of farm inputs, including feed; seed, fertilizer, petroleum and hardware, through CO- OP outlets across the province. It also markets livestock, grain and poultry. _,.. . • • O ..... , ' .. to „..,A,I. ir ' ' ‘ z :,; 0 . I g e 0 \A ,_ . . .•, 0 0 o ' 0 . 4 SUPER, I 1 I AV NGS In! .Our Annual WINTER FOOTWEAR SALE, Special Racks Assorted Styles Greatly Reduced • ' . 7/ • e ° °- , . -s, ‘ 1 ' 1 " \-4 . . ,, -.' ' • _ :; , , , t 4 i .4 • 1 . , SZ•m- ., S: \ \ c,-- MENS Cougar Snow '1 0°°OFF Boots PULL i Tractor 45/0 MENS- 8'' ON Boots LEATHER OFF & LADIES Fleece lin ed Leather Fry Boots Reg. $64.95 $ 49 95 SPECIAL Ankle 2,%cp Hi Style Boots sn OFF Black High & BE ir oe eel rBliacckrelltpeBsoroash. RA SPECIAL $ 259,51 25?/0OFF 5110 CougarB Boy's Leather EX , . IL. ae ad it ri se 25°A) OFF ' Leather - . Tan Wheat High Heels - No LADIES 18" Boots Zipper , Black Brown s Mail ' LADIES -,Made 269 . - Leather BOOTS Reg. $45.95 NO EXCHANGE OR REFUNDS ON SALE ITEMS . 14fr ' - ''''-' '. - Shoes . : uert s - master charge MAIN ST. EXETER 235-0611 - Ltd r • ,CNIAIMEX VISA suumo personals Granton was well represented. at the Christ- Mas eve carol and com- munion service at Wesley United church. Rev. Elwood MOrden was in charge of the worship and entitled his brief meditation "it's Christmas Eve Again." Granton Choir assisted with the special music, soloists were Mr, Clayton Karges and. Mrs. John Harlton. Wesley Church Junior Choir were a treat to hear. Congratulations are ex- tended to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Harlton, Mellissa, Kent, Catherine and Cassandra, on the arrival of Paul Harlton Harding at St. Joseph's Hospital London on December 20. Wedding congratulations are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Doupe, who were married on December 27 at Granton United Church, with Rev. Elwood Morden per- forming the ceremony, Mrs. 'Doupe was the former Barbara' Hudson. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Beaucage entertained their family for Christmas dinner with 17 members present. Mrs. C.B.Westman spent Christmas with her son Ralph and family in Sarnia. Mr. and. Mrs. Earle Middleton and Don were Christmas dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Walne of London. Rev. and Mrs. Tom Smith of Bowmanville were Sunday visitors of Rev. and Mrs. Elwood Mbrden. Miss Rona Hickey of Toronto is spending the holiday season with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins and family, also Mrs. Myrtle Rodd of Exeter. spent Christmas Day with the Hodgins family. Keith Summers of Toronto was home for Christmas, and Michael and Sandra Summers of Prescott spent two days between Christmas and New Years with Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Summers. ride, rogra ms ver To the editor: It was a truly refreshing and entertaining experience Sunday night December 23, 1979 when 20-25 young people came down Queen Street in Hensall singing Christmas Carols, Thanks 0. Yaliop and family