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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1978-12-07, Page 31 (2)Christmas party for ACW By MRS, HAROLD DAVIS The vice-president Mrs. J. KIRKTON McCormick took charge of The Christmas meeting of the' meeting which opened Si, Paul's. ACW was held by the singing of a Christ - Wednesday evening at the mas hymn and a prayer. home of Mrs. Bill Schaefer. Mrs. Bill Waghorn read the scripture passage, Mrs. •Ittv.SteftWmENOYynOt1ti+nWVIe c1ON1aftWaOP fIMPIM1.v?�1R!41r� .a Santa Wouldn't Have Sore, Aching Feet If He Wore CLARK'S WALLABEESi They're the most comfortable gift you can find for the man or woman on - g your list. g g SEE C R SELECTION TODAY g g 15mythAH9 r .SHOE Ctt 467 STOREt1$ MAIN ST. PHONE 235-1933 EXETERse c • 2 NOW OPEN EVERY WEDNESDAY UNTIL . 1 CHRISTMAS. OPEN UNTIL 9:00 P.M. g 1 FROM DEC. 18 TO 22 INCLUSIVE. g U;veo ksArAs.Q ap.a saes tsc acs;,4 Rea acs Sara RG ora am Rm RAs Ql Rev. Mills gave a reading. Those ..taking part in an Advent celebration were: Mrs. Joan McCormick, Mrs. Budden, Mrs. Jonkind, Mrs. Schaefer, Mrs. Waghorn, Mrs. Burns Blackler, Mrs. Bernard McCormick', Mrs. Garth Blackler, Mrs: Harold Davis and Mrs. Maurice Blackler. Candles of the hopeful, homeless, peacemakers, refugees, and the Christ were 'lit by Mrs. Rev.. Mills. A reading by Mrs. Bernard McCormick. The business followed. Mention was made of the Christmas family dinner to be, held after the 11 o'clock service December 10th. Treasurer's report was given. Mrs. Garth Blackler presented the slate of of- ficers for 19. President Mrs. Gerald Paul, Vice- president Mrs. J. McCor- mick, Secretary Mrs. Burns Blackler_.Treasurer Mrs. Harold Davis, Card and prayer partner secretary Mrs. Budden, Decorating committee Mrs. Theron Creery, Mrs. Jonkind and Mrs. Ken Blackler, Floral committee Mrs. Harold Davis, Chancel Guild Mrs. B. Schaefer and Mrs. Garth Blackler, 'Nominating com- mittee Mrs. Bill Waghorn and Mrs. B. Schaefer. Mrs. Schaefer explained the making of Christmas decorations which she dis- played in her living room. Mr. and Mrs` John Stone and Warren, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stone, Jason and Michael were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Pearl Budden. • White Gift Service 'was held in the United Church last Sunday. Theme was "The Festival of Lights." Welcome to our new com- ers to the village Mr. and Mrs. Charles • Batten who have moved into Dr. Amos' House and Mr. and Mrs. Skinner who have moved in the Hodgson Residence. ,...you're missing a lot of taste if you haven't "tried Dixie Lee Chicken, Seafood or Salads. Naso EXETER 235.2665 LOTS OF SKATES — Used skates were in good supply at a rummage sole at Usborne Central School, Tuesday. Larry and Jeff Miller inspect the skates. The sale was sponsored by the school's student council. • ' T -A photo Bible Society recognized at Centralia UC service By MRS. FRED BOWDEN In the United Church. Sun- day the service was in recognition of the work of the Canadian Bible Society. : "The Living Word of God" was the topic chosen by Mr. Paul Schott for his sermon. What is the Bible? — It is not just a book of history but should be a personal posses- sion forming the chain that links us to our Saviour. It is a book of faith providing light for the lost, comfort for the aged and grace for the Christian. It -is the book Of life and if we read the entire book there are references to meet all our needs. • The choir sang an anthem and the children's story was told by Mrs: Schott. "White Gift Sunday" will be observed this coming Sunday. Personals Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Borden Smyth who has received word of the death of -her grandmother-. the late Mrs. Florence Dean, in Birch Grove,.Nova Scotia. Decorate your home with beautiful • CUSTOM DRAPES Choose the fabrics and the styles you. want and Barb Whiting will custom .make your drapes for you. You con also choose matching bedspreads and pillow shams. WHITING'S WAREHOUSE Main St. Exeter 235-1964 es e. to gas eras era taA tag Od7 PG Rd RAt oyes Res RAs RAs Qiea QUO Qat gas;NO Il ia piirs•Qii* tiiitIPASWe . PG.PAS.PG gas Qielpies IUSIPG P.G1 tiI►p✓�f PORTABLE TYPEWRITERS $,89.95 and up SCM OLYMPIA i<; 3' ERICA 3 $ 3 OFFICE CHAIRS 69o0 and up 3 ALL PORTABLE TYPEWRITERS 1 YEAR WARRANTY ON LABOR. 5 YEARS ON PARTS • SHARP Pocket Calculators S22.95 and up • Attache Cases • Desk Lamps • Desk Accessories • Filing Cabinets • Desks & Chairs SHOP EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION JERRY MATHERS LIMITED - OFFICE EQUIPMENT FURNITURE & STATIONERY 235-1840 • 92 Main St. Exeter, Ont. .tw.!0.w.Ta+fxt•0.1et«We.4et.rt • 1 Mr. and Mrs. Bill John- son. Chatham were weekend guests with Mr. and Mrs. Ken Greb and Sunday they were joined by Mr.' and Mrs. Howard Kerslake. Exeter. All attended the service in- the Unitbd Church. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Cun- nington and family. Thames Road were Sunday visitors with Mrs. Fred Cunnington. Winter books at libraries Winter ... You can't beat it so you might as well enjoy it. Winter activities will help you forget the weather and books are available to help you improve your skills Ask for them at your local library at Lucan. Ailsa Craig and Parkhill. Family fun at zero by Paul DePre. The complete book of winter sports by Arthur Liebers, The book of outdoor winter activities by Gunnar Peterson, Frisbee by Stanch E. Johnson-, 'Power volleyball by Robert Brat- ton Basketball. by Basil Jagger, Badminton com- plete by Patrick Davis. In- side gymnastics by Ed Gagneir. Outdoorsman's handbook by Clyde Ormond. The magic of walking by Aaron Sussman, The corn= plete Snow camper's guide by Raymond Bridge. Judo for fun by Bruce Tegner. Snowmobiiing by John Malo. Let's go skating by Howard Bass. The -snowshoe book by William Osgood. Skiing cross country by Ned Baldwin, Fi•epstyle skiing: the 'fundamentals by John Mohan, Illustrated ice hockey. rules by Bill Chadwick. Curling handbook for curlers. teacher and coaches by Roy Thiessen. 11r. and Mrs Borden Smith and Brenda Gaynor were 'recent visitors with Mr and Mrs. •Chas. McKin- non and family in ScarL borough. They also visited with Mr. . and Mrs. Mike Somerton and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Fitzgerald and- son. Scarborough. Senior Citizens enjoyed an afternoon of Crokinole and cards followed by lunch in the Community Centre on Monday. Ploy euchre There were eight tables in play at the euchre party in the Community Centre on Monday night with Mr. and Mrs . Earl Dixon and Margaret Cook in charge. Prizes were awarded as follows — Ladies' high score - Mrs. Jack Dickins: Lone hands - Mrs. Tom Kooy: Low - Mrs. Rov Hodgins. Men's high - Percy Noels: Lone hands - Tom Kooy; Low - Neil Langford. The travelling-prize-was-won-by— Chas. ravelling-prize-was-won-by—Chas. Rollings. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice. MacDonald and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dickens will con- vene the next party: Personals Times -Advocate; December 7, 1971 Rig. 31 Happy Gang meets By MRS. E. SUMMERS , GRANTON Happy Gang members and friends met at the United Church Wednesday af- ternoon for their annual mid- day Christmas dinner of hot turkey and all the trim- mings, followed by pie, birthday cake and homemade candy. .This sumptuous meal was prepared and served by Unit 3 of the U.C.W. Mrs. Harold Westman welcomed everyone and presided over a short business meeting. A Carol -sing was enjoyed with Mrs. Chas. Gowan at the piano followed by . card games, euchre and crokinole. Those' with bir- thdays in November and December were honored with their. names on -the cake. They were Arthur Roloson, Wreatha Burnett, Eileen Summers, George Round, Veronica Mitchell, Elsie Dann, Nora Wissel and Elmer Summers. In his Christmas message, Rev. Elwood •Morden used the theme "The love that lives". When the Angels sang "Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men" .it was a message for all of us, in our everyday living experiences, said Rev. Morden. To, many, Christ- mas is a time to count your blessing in dollars, feasting and indulging. This Season should be. for all Christians, a celebration of Hope and Love. Church news Owing to the ice -storm of the night before the services of both the United and St. Thomas Anglican churches were withdrawn Sunday morning. Friendly neighbors to meet • The "Friendly Neighbors" seniors club will hold their December meeting at the Scout Hall, Wednesday af- ternoon December 13 at 1:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a social and entertaining afternoon, . playing cards, crokinsle, pool, shuffleboard and carpet ball or just some good conversation with your neighbors. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome. Granton Recreation Comm. bingo The G.R.C.A.are spon- soringa bingo at the Mason's Hall, Monday evening December 11. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Isaac and daughter have taken up residence in their new home beside the Community—Cen- tre. We welcome them to the village. Hensall Mrs. Carl Payne who has been undergoing surgery in Seaforth -Community Hospital. has returned home and is happy to receive your correspondence again. Mr. & Mrs. Gary Flaxbard and Jeffrey, Kitchener visited with Mr. & Mrs. Sam Oesch Saturday. Personals Sincere sympathy is ex- tended to the family of the late Mrs.. Gordon Jones who passed away at University Hospital, London, Wed- nesday, November 29 in her 83rd year. The late Mrs. Jones was formerly Clara, Charlotte (Lottie) Thomson. Mrs. Harry Nixon for- merly a resident of Granton and now at Exendacare • Nursing Home, London, was a visitor with Mr. & Mrs. Clifford McRobert and at- tended the "Happy Gang" Christmas dinner with them on 'Wednesday: Sincere sympathy is ex- tended to Mrs. R. A. Carson on the loss of her sister Mrs. The perfect Christmas present for your favourite railroad buff! '/z PRICE H.O. SCALE MODEL RAILROADING TRAIN SALE 3 DAYS ONLY Thursday — Friday — Saturday, Dec. 7th — Dec, eth — Dec. 9th 0 LOCOMOTIVE SALE 7 PRICE .99 Reg. 16.00 PASSENGER CAN ORDNANCE CAR SALE Reg. 12.00. . SALE PRICE 5.95 Reg. 6.00 PRICE 2.99 Choose from a wide variety of pre -selected stock Now is the perfect time 'to increase your railroad stock. Don't delay.`Stock is limited and is sold on a first come, first-served basis only\� Available at: Pat's Pet Shop 350 Main St., Exeter C. R. Thompson of Bath, England. The Granton volunteer fire department will hold their annual Christmas. party and hayrlde for the young folk, Monday, December 11. Santa will be there. Trust Company Certificates Highest Rates Available 1 O'/s% Semi Annual Interest on a 5 year term • Rates subject to change Ellen Bean 344 Andrew St., S. 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