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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1998-07-08, Page 18Hensall firm closing doors General Manufactured Housing Inc. has been sold and the new owner, Don UbelI, is closing the Hensall plant on Sept. 4. He is moving thc operation to a larger facility in Midland, but has offered the 45 Hensall employees a chance to apply for jobs at the new plant. Company president Ken Aiken said in a press release that increasing technological demands in the industry and competitive reasons con- tributed towards the decision to close the Hensall firm. 4-H club judges ewes, tomatoes The third meeting of the Huron 4-H Sheep Club was held at the home of Robyn Etherington on June 22. First we judged another class of breeding ewe lambs. Then we judged tomatoes. After judging, we had role call. The question we had to answer was, "Name one basic need of sheep that a farmer must provide." Next we read and talked bout the business in the 4-H members book. The next meeting ,will be held on July 20. We will be visiting a sheep barn near Wingham. By Suzanne Coleman Busy June Seaforth Manor Retirement Home On June 1. we had a pizza party for the SDHS students that have been coming in to play euchre with our resi- dents. We all enjoyed pizza and squares. On June 18th, we held our Father's Day barbecue on our patio. The Stratford Old Tyme Band played a variety of music. Frank Schauss did a little dance on our patio. "A little bit of a jig," said Rodney McLaren. Peter Burtch was our chef for the event. We enjoycd a delicious meal of barbecue chicken, baked potatoes and sour cream, leaf salad and for dessert, we enjoycd strawber- ry shortcake. It was a beautiful sunny afternoon with a nice summer breeze. On June 20, we had a straw- berry social with a craft and bake sale. We had a variety of strawberry pies and strawber- ry shortcake. Kate Walsh bought a deli- cious strawberry pie. We had many people come in for the event. Strawberry so Queensway Nursing and retirement Home residents, their families, staff and the community took part in their annual strawberry social fundraiser for Thc Alzheimer Society of Huron County on Junc 28. There were some anxious moments when thc weather could not decide if it was going to rain or shine, but thc sun prevailed and it ended up a beautiful lay. Queensway also said farewell Sunday to its director of care, Evelyn Josephson, who has left after 20 ycars to pursue other interests. We wish her well in her new endeavours. Garry Boyle of London pro- vided excellent musical entertainment for thc after- noon. Everyone enjoycd the dei ous cake, strawberries and whipped topping. Shirley Luther led worship service at thc nursing and retirement home on Tuesday, with Bclva Fuss as organist. Marg Cole and Sharon Dignan provided resident assistance. We arc very%rtu- nate to have an excellent turnout of residents for our church services, and excel- lent singing and participation. Beautifully decorated Canada Day cakes were served for desert on the holi- day last Wednesday, and our celebration party was held Thursday with the Nashville rejects entertaining. Everyone had a great time either Singing along, dancing or THE HURON EXPOSITOR, JULY S, 1911847 Amanda Ward soon became a cat while Brianne Higenell makes a successful bean bag toss at Cfyld Find's children's games held July 1 in Victoria Park. (bottom, left)Cory Dawe selects his card for the heritage poker walk. More than 100 people walked to area heritage homes. (HILGENDORFF PHOTO) Many Hensall and area gardens prepare for tour Tracey -Annette Whitson- Spaces arc also still avail- Hensall able for the swimming pro- gram, running from July 13 by Li4 Sangster to 24. ' 262-2715 Keep boredom at bay with these programs. You can register or get more information by calling tile Hensall municipal office at 262-2812. Hensall shuffleboard scores for Junc 30 were: Six games - Hugh McKay, 505; Isabel Rogerson, 489; Theo Vandenhoom, 465; Dave Woodward. 453; Ethel McMurtie. 431; Russell Ferguson. 413. Five games - Ina Williams. 451; Hazel McEwen, 447; Lloyd Lovell, 384; Edna Dietz, 362; Norman Ferguson. 345; Tom Williams, 341. Bahr() was the guest speaker Sunda./ at Hensall Carmel Presbyterian , ,Church. Dorothy and Boh taylor and Harry Smith took part in the service._ Hensall United Church is closed for the month of July and members have heen invited to attend services at Carmel. Many gardens and homes in Hensa'I; Varna and St. Joseph arc ready to he viewed this Saturday and Sunday in the 4-Iensall and District Horticultural Society's home and garden' tour. Tickets arc available in Hensall at each tour garden,,or at "Village Vines." Details are available by calling 262-2715. The HPCDSB local horticultural society's annual flower show is sched- uled for Aug. 19. Prize lists are available by calling,Liz at 262-2715. It's not too late! Registrations arc still being accepted for summer play- ground, which runs fmm July 13 to 24 in this village. Sports, day trips, songs, crafts, games and drama 'are only some of the activities offered for children from four to 12 -years -old. Contois new superintendent The principal of Sti Anne's Catholic Secondary School in Clinton has been appointed superintendent of education for the Huron -Perth' Catholic District School Board. effec- tive Jan. I. Ray Contois has also been an elementary principal in a nuhtbcr of Catholic schools The Hensall shuffleboard scores for Junc 23 arc as fol - in Huron -Perth. including St. lows: Tom Williams 525, James in Seaforth. ,Lorne Archer 483. Pearl "He has both led and served McKnight 479, Pat Davis on a number of key hoard. 474, Dave Woodward 471, district and provincial educa- Ina Williams 457, Ethel tional initiatives," the June McMurtrie 442, Merle 29 press release notes. McLellan 403. His "proven leadership will (The guest speaker at he an asset to the Huron- Hensall Carmel Presbyterian Perth Catholic District Church was Traccy-Annette School Board." Whitson-Bakro. The organist was Dorothy Taylor. "Lyrics For The Centuries: was thc cial benefits Alzheimer society ueensway simply enjoying the music and watching thc action. An educational video about ancient civilizations. with a focus on thc Incas, was shown Friday. It was well attended and residents found it very interesting. A big thankyou to Shirley Stone who donated the series to us. Clare Masse and Andrew Rau again gave a rollicking performance for retirement home residents and their guests Friday evening at "Friendship Friday." We are very thankful for thc many volunteers who assist at pro- grams, help entertain and provide friendship for thc residents. The Christian Reform Women of Exeter spent every Monday after- noon in June sitting outdoors with residents, visiting and providing supervision where needed, as well as serving refreshments. We certainly appreciate these women and all the others who live a life of service. COMING, EVENTS July 9 - 6 p.m., Seniors Diners; 7 p.m., Granton Rhythmaires; topic of thc sermon. A social hour followed the service. Many colleagues, old friends, and several of the 1,400 babies he had delivered joined with th Goddard fami- ly to honour the memory of the late Dr. John C. Goddard at Hensall United Church on Saturday. Thc Hensall and District Horticultural Society held an outdoor meeting on June 22 at the corner of Highways 4 and 84. Jody LaPorte was the guest speaker and discussed every- thing from how to discourage weeds to whcn to prune. Sheila Rcabum, Marg Hayter and Pamela Sangster provid- ed lunch following the meet- ing. Jessie Allen hosted the coffee hour. The guest speaker at the 15th anniversary celebration will be TV's "Guerrilla Gardener'', Grahame Beakhust. For more informa- tion please contact Liz at 519-262-2715. At Hensall United Church Brent Caslick .vas the guest speaker. Rob Cameron was the organist. The ushers were Linda and Jerry Traquair with Kay Mock greeting wors1ip- pers. Thc lector was 'Pat Campbell. Reccivin g the symbols were Cecil Pepper, Kay Mock, Lillian Beer, Susan Mann and Erin Traquair. Thanks to Shirley McAllister for leading us in worship last Sunday and for her interest- ing presentation. Our thoughts and prayers are with Nancy Fraser as she journeys towards recovery. Sympathy to the Goddard family on the passing of Dr. Goddard. The church will be closed during July. Messages can be left on thc office phone at 262-2935 or call the secretary at 262-3207. THANKS $23,550 raised! Your support of our FLOWERS OF HOPE CAMPAIGN has exceeded our goal! A special thanks to Gord Hill. chair and over 250 canvassers for your dedication and hard work. Canvassers go door-to-door in both urban and tural areas of South Huron to raise funds so that we may continue support to people we serve. The support for our Association as expressed in these donations truly comes as an encouragement as we endeavour to support others in living useful and satisfying lives. If you were missed on the canvas and would like to share in this effort, please address your donation to P.O. Box 29, Dashwood, Ontario NOM 1 NO. A tax deductible receipt will he mailed hack to you with our thanks. COMMUNITY LIVING - SOUTH HURON Bruce Shaw, Executive Director Paul Turnbull, President WE ARE READY TO RECEIVE YOUR 1998 ft Red and White Wheat Crop * Three Receiving Pits * Harvest Services available AC RON, HARUS, FUNDULEA and FREEDOM SEED WHEATS AVAILABLE Hill AND Hil FARMS LIMITED VARNA ONT. 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