HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1988-12-14, Page 11Don't be surprised
Every year, the first snowfall seems to
take Ontario drivers by surprise. This
year, however, by preparing ahead,
motorists can ensure safe driving
throughout the winter.
Having your car properly tuned and
fluid levels checked is the most important
step. The gas tank level should be at least
half -full in cold weather to avoid gas -line
freezing, resulting in stalling.
Snow tires should be used if the car is not
equipped with all -season radials to
alleviate slipping on snow and ice.
A kit containing ice scraper, shovel,
booster cables, flares, blankets and a first-
aid kit should be stored in the trunk.
When parking, run the car back and
forth to make a track that will make it
easier to get out later. Allow ample space
between cars.
During rough weather conditions,
headlights should be on at all times, and
windows kept clear of snow and ice.
If the car should begin to skid, release
the accelerator and steer in the direction
of the skid. Do not brake, because this will
only increase the skidding action. As the
car responds, straighten out the front
wheels.
Allow more following distance to give
yourself plenty of room to stop. It takes
three to twelve times more distance to stop
on snow and ice than on dry pavement.
Finally, be sure to drive at a speed at
which you are comfortable handling road
conditions, even if it is half the posted
speed limit. Safe driving, no matter what
the road and weather conditions, is every
motorist's responsibility.
Ashfield W.M.S. meets
The Ashfield W.M.S. met at the home of
Mrs. Rhoda MacKenzie on December 8.
Ten members and two guests enjoyed the
Christmas potluck luncheon.
Mrs. June Wylds opened the meeting
with a verse. The worship serice and glad
tidings followed. Mrs. Barbara Hayden
played for the singing of the carols.
A reading, 'Saving Christmas Past', was
presented by Mrs. Simpson. Mrs. Jean
West gave a good review of the December
glad tidings. An article about the town of
Bethlehem, then and now, was given by
June Wylds.
Roll call was answered by naming a
favorite Christmas Carol and giving a
donation to help with the 75th anniversary
celebration to be held in London.
The slate of officers for the coming year
was installed by Mrs. Frances Nugent.
Mrs. Simpson conducted the business por-
tion of the meeting. Reports were filed and
Mrs. Beryl MacDonald reminded all of the
Sunday School Concert to be held next
week.
The meeting was adjourned and Mrs.
MacKenzie served cokkies and coffee to
all.
Dungannon WI.
The December meeting of Dungannon
Women's Institute was held at the
Candlelight Restaurant Dec. 1. President
Mary Robson welcomed everyone. The In-
stitute Grace was sung before the
smorgasbord dinner.
Roll call was answered with a Christmas
reading by 16 members and 8 visitors.
Illa Crozier and Bev. Fielder were in
charge of program which opened with
carol singing accompanied by Roberta
Linskill with her accordian. A reading
"My Poor Christmas Leg" written by H.
Allen Smith was read by Peg Purdon. Myr-
tle Kerr read a poern entitled
"December". Bev. Fielder gave a reading
"Christmas Concerts" which brought back
a lot of memories.
Mary Robson thanked the convenors of
the Christmas Party, Bev. Fielder, Ilia
Crozier and Roberta Linskill for a job well
done:
A letter was read regarding the coming
4-H programs, more to follow at Jan.
meeting.
A card was signed by those present to be
sent ,to a member who is in hospital.
Our donations of the day are to go to
Family and Children's Services.
The meeting closed with the singing of
"The Queen".
Come and Go tea
Wilda Thompson was hostess for the
December meeting of Purple Grove
Women's Institute. After the business part
was concluded, convenor Deanna Scott con-
ducted the program. Carols with Irene
Boyle at the piano were sung.
Deanna then introduced Dorothy
Needham who displayed her Christmas
wreaths and decorations and explained how
to make them. Margaret Ann Orr thanked
'her. Brenda Bridge gave some seasonal
readings. Some Christmas riddles were
solved. Special collection was donated to the
Ripley Play School.
An exchange of Christmas decorations
was next on the agenda. The lunch commit-
tee served refreshments and everyone en-
joyed a time of fellowship.
Many of the Grove Women attended the
Come and Go Tea - Shower which was held
for Dianne MacKay on Saturday in Knox
Presbyterian Church parlor.
The P.G. Community Concert takes place
tonight. Everyone is welcome.
Marion Emerson visited with her sister,
Catherine Jamieson, in Woodstock last
week.
Visitors last week with Noval and Isabel
Stanley were Irene and Francis Boyle, and
Heather and Gabrielle Finnie.
Weekend visitors with Harvey and Wilda
Thompson were Wray and Lynda Thomp-
son, Mississauga.
Congratulations to Ian MacDonald who
has received his yellow belt in Judo.
Tobi Farrell visited the MacDonald's last
Sunday.
Last Friday, Dawn Collins, Megan Mac-
PURPLE GROVE
Donald, Tobi Farrell and Christen Farrell
were part of the school choir which enter-
tained at the Happy Hearts Seniors' dinner.
Cameron and Christopher Cale took. part
in the Christmas Concert at St. Andrew's
last Sunday.
Don and Tiny Robertson visited recently
with Rhoda Ribey in Southampton Nursing
Home. Tuesday evening.. The Robertson's
visited with Jean and Walter DeWolfe, Kin-
cardine. Don and Anne McCosh visited Fri-
day afternoon with Walter and Isabelle
Forster.
Brenda Bridge attended the Gay Lea
meeting in Brussels a week ago Monday.
On Saturday evening, Wayne and Lor-
raine Kerr visited Blake and Dorothy Lot -
ton, and on Tuesday night, they visited with
Bruce and Elaine McTeer, Paisley.
Sunday supper guests with Alma and Don
Gillies were Murray and Frances Shelton,
Kincardine, and Dave Henderson.
June Elliott visited in Lucknow Wednes-
day with Mrs. Lula Stanley. On Monday, the
Elliott's enjoyed supper with John and
Joyce Farrell and girls.
Bonnie Boyle of London spent the
weekend with Sam and Heather Finnie.
On Sunday, Francis and Irene Boyle
entertained the Finnies', Corrine and John
Louther, Walkerton, and Reta Irwin.
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