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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-04-08, Page 5Court Valentine Lodge celebrates 25th anniversary By MRS. E. SUMMERS GRANTON Court Valentine L1861 celebrated their 25th an- niversary on April 4 in the Mason's Hall. Over 100 lady Foresters and their husbands attended this reunion. Following the banquet, consisting of Kentucky fried chicken augmented with delicious jellied salads, followed by birthday cake, prizes were won by Ken Hodgins for being a Forester for the longest number of years, Rhoda Knight of Kitchener got a prize for having travelled the longest distance to the reunion and Alice Topping of Court Blue Bell Strathroy found a silver dollar under her chair. A number of members of Court Valentine received their 25 year pins. Greeting were brought from distinguished guests, High Chief Ranger Bro. Ed Short of Brantford, High Chaplain the Rev. Stanley McDonald of Hensall, Bro. Percy White Forester of the year, District Deputy Sis Ruth Jarvis and her High Marsal Bro. Vidal Mills and Sis. Phyllis Gailbraith all of London. There were representatives from Court Blue Bell Strathroy Court Amythest London and Court Fascination Ben Miller. Olive Hodgins (Mrs. Ken) was responsible for the setting up a memorial service for former members who had passed away, who were sisters Sara Squire, Beth Thacker and Barbara Rodd. A table was set up at the front of the hall with an open Bible between two candles on it, and a floral arrangement of daffodils and pussy willows. The Charter was draped and a scroll bearing the names of the former members was displayed. The Herbert sisters, Marion, Helen and Bettyann, provided the music. Special entertainment was music provided by the Youngson family and their band, and accordion solos by Cindy Tazier. A presentation by the past presidents from 1956-1980, with each one relating the events that took place during their year in office, brought back many pleasant memories. Dozens of daffodils were sold In Granton A very successful sale of daffodils was realized in Granton and Edgewood Store. The proceeds from this sale will go the Cancer Campaign fund. Don't forget the Cancer Education meeting on Thursday evening at Lucan School April 9 at 8 p.m. free admission, lunch. Guest speaker will be Professor J.E. Cummins Genetic Scientist, his subject will be "Cancer Hygeine how it effects the farmer and you". Boys and girls, get your pledges for the "Great family Ride" Sunday April 26 from the Granton General Store, Church news At the United Church the Rev. Elwood Morden con- ducted the Passion Sunday worship, and officiated at the Sacrament of Holy Com- munion. The Dialogue on the series "Lenten Zoo" was CUT ANNIVERSARY CAKE — Current president Jean McComb and charter president Dorothy Hern cut the cake celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Court Valentine lodge T -A photo of Granton. Derby Dip is r1Ow OPEN 7 days a week CaII ahead 235-2541 presented by Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Bryan. The subject was "The Lamb - Sacrifice or Salvation". The lamb is an animal closely associated with Jesus, also with sacrifice. Rev. Morden continued with his sermon "Voices of the Passion". Special inserts in the bulletins were placed there by the Lucan Biddulph Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society, the bouquet of daffodils was also a gift from this society. At the St. Thomas Anglican Church Rev. Greg Smith c nducted the worship for the ifth Sunday in Lent. kno as Passion Sunday. The Lessons were read by Mrs. Ken Hoar and Mrs. Lois Herbert. In the children's story, the Rector described the rising of the sun, to our lives, in bringing new and brighter life to us. The children then hung pictures of the sun on the Jesse Tree. Mrs. Don Beatson's class sang a solo. Rev. Smith took his sermon from the 8th chapter according to St. Mark, when Jesus speaks about His suffering and death, to His followers on the road to Jeruselem. The daffodils on the alter were a gift from the Lucan- Biddulph Cancer Society. The Lenten Service of Holy Communion was held on April 1 with Rev. Smith explaining each part of the service. The St. Thomas Anglican Church ladies held their monthly meeting on April 2 at the home of Mrs. Ken Hoar. Mrs. Lois Herbert opened the meeting with a reading. A Bible discussion on "The four proofs of the Resurrection" was led by Mrs. Hoar. Those taking part in the Bible readings were Mrs. Marlene French, Mrs. Deanna Beatson, Mrs. Cathy Hardie and Miss Marion Herbert. Plans were made for the Perth Deanery ACW meeting which is being held on Wednesday evening April 8 in St. Thomas Anglican Church at 6:30 p.m. with coffee and dessert. Mrs. Beth Smith of Lucan will be the guest speaker. Rev. Smith closed the meeting with prayer. Refreshemnts were served by the hostess assisted by Mrs. Lois Herbert. Granton and community youth group news The members of this group and their leaders enjoyed an evening of roller skating at "Wheels" in London on Sunday March 29. CG IT news This week's lenten thought was based on 1 Corinthians 13. Each girl was assigned a word, and in a short speech showed how Jesus had that one particular trait. After each talk the word was placed on a cross, and the members learned that because of His deep love, He was each of the other six words. A responsive reading showed the girls how they too, are nothing unless they have love. After practicing for the 44,31:,>71 e So your old clunker didn't make it thru the winter. Instead of chuck- ing it, why not take it to Earl Campbell Jewellers and trade it in on a new Bulova or Bulovo Ac- cutron Quartz. From Now Until April 18 35% Shop early while selection is at its best 0 F With trade in on all Bulova and Bulova Accutron Quart in stock • Easter Sunrise Service, and for the variety show, the meeting closed in prayer. UCW units meet Unit 1 met at the home of Mrs. Robt. Hardie on April 1. Mrs. Gorden McRobert presided and opened the meeting with the scripture and Lesson Thoughts on "Lenten Worship". Several items of business were discussed, also the regional rally on May 4 which will be held at Zion Church. The program was on the study of "Women of the Bible" Mrs. Elmer Sum- mers presented a paper on the story of Rahab, and Mrs. Elwood Morden read verses from different books of the Bible in connection with this theme. A good discussion followed. Mrs. Summer§ concluded with a reading and Mrs. Hardie conducted a word contest containing an Easter message. Following the benediction by Rev. Elwood Morden, everyone sat down to a meal prepared by the hostess. Mrs. Cliff Hardie was the hostess for Unit 4 and also president of this unit. The meeting opened with lesson thoughts entitled "Lenten Worship Service" and prayer. During the business period it was decided to have a work meeting in May as there were quilts to be worked on. Mrs. Reg Crawford was responsible for the program and gave a paper on the study of "Women of the Bible" Mrs. Gerald Dann assisted by reading verse :. the Bible in connection with this theme. Unit 5 met at the home of Mrs. Garnet Baker. Mrs. Chas. McRobert presided and opened the meeting with a poem. Mrs. Emerson Wallis convened the program and opened with a poem. The Bible study was on Women of the Bible a paper on this theme was presented by Mrs. Wallis. Mrs. Wallis read a story and Mrs. Ina Harlton read a poem. Mrs. Wallis closed with an evening prayer. The business was conducted and Hev. Mordenpronounced the benediction. Unit 3 met at the home of Mrs. Fred Cook. Mrs. Eric Chovancek presided. The final arrangements were made fro the General UCW meeting on Tuesday April 14 at 8:15 p.m. at the United church, Unit 3 is responsible for this meeting and have as guest speaker, Paul Chovancek from the Canadian Institute for the Times -Advocate, April 8, 1981 Page at Granton Blind. Anyone interested in this subject is welcome to attend. Future catering was discussed, and Mrs. Chovancek read a letter from the orphanage in India concerning the foster child that Unit 3 issupporting. In place of the program the members worked on a quilt that they are making for a bazaar. ,dra COURT VALENTINE CELEBRATES — Court Valentine Lodge 1861 of Granton celebrated its 25th anniversary Saturday night and most of the presidents over the years were in attendance. Back, left charter president Dorothy Hern, Margaret Spence, Butsy Parkinson, Isabel Mardlin, Florence McRobert, Mary Ruston, Audrey Hodgins, Olive Hodgins, Olive Thomson, Marjorie Mills, Elsie Dann, Eileen Summers, Doris Spence and Edith Youngson. Front, Lois Herbert, Sandra Hern, Marie Doyle, Melba St. Dennis and Jean McComb. T -A photo 370 Main Street Vella/di EXETER, ONTARIO � Phone 235-2162 Oa SHOPPING CENTRE Presents Our Annual SPRI G CLEARA ► CE SALE Sale Starts April 9 - This Is A "Store Wide" Sale. Every Item n The Store Been ReducedThe following is just a few of our Sale Specials. Check your sale flyer for a Has complete picture of what we have on sale. LADIES GIRLS BOYS MENS Spring Coats and Jackets 20% off Ladies Velours Skirts, Slacks, Shorts 0% off Dresses 20% off Tee-Shirts,Blouses 20% off Ladies Jeans 20% off All Styles By Scratch, Farini, Sassoon, Tares Jolie GWG, Rebel, Faded Glory Daniel Hechter, Angle Wings, Etc. Etc. 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