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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1978-12-14, Page 6 (2)J 6 Times -Advocate, December 14, 1978 by ELAINE TOWNSHEND You've certainly gotten thin! What happened to you? It seems like only yesterday you were cleat) and new. fat ' and full of promises. You tell me that was eleven months ago. A piece of you was mercilessly torn . away, as each month pass- ed, used for a shopping hst and then thrown into the - garbage. What's left of you is soiled and covered with scribblings in pencil and in ink. _..The-_year_took-it's toll -on you, but you still managedfo"•' fulfill your .purpose. You page. • Losing a friend helped me keep track of -the days, weeks and months. the. holidays and special events. You tried to remind me of birthdays, anniversaries and . other special occasions. that 1 was .suppo-sed to remember. It's not your fault I forgot to look at you until they were over. What you need is flashing lights and blowing horns to catch my attention when impor- tant dates ake approaching. You showed you had a stubborn streak. When I thought winter. had lasted long enough. you refused to budge from February. Even Mr. Ground Hog didn't co-- operate, and .I wondered whether I'd survive through March. The dandelions --arrived._ :.Just the way you • prophesied • they would on your April SHOP NOW FOR CHRISTMAS SPECIALS LEATHER COATS, 1/3 TO 1/2 OFF Entire remaining stock of men s and ladies' coots and jackets reduced drastically for end of season clear out. SWEATERS 20% OFF Ladies' pure woy4„ $hetlpnds and. ocrylics in turtlenecks, crew and V- neck stylings also vests. PRICED FROM You .teased me a few times, too. In May, you made me look at a picture of mountains every day. reminding me that next month I'd take a trip through the Rockies. You hid June from me and made it seem far away. With July and Augbst. you became a magician and per- formed a disappearing act: the summer vanished before my very 'eyes. The spring and summer shows I -had been ttending suddenly turned into fall fairs. In September. you showed me picture of huge trees that reminded me of the un- cut forests on Vancouver Island. It was your subtle way of telling me all that was left of the_ trip was photographs and memories. and I probably won't be back for a long time.. In reflection. when the whole year of activities is over. all.that'will be left r photographs. and_:meinories. - and we won't be able to go back. September was also the month you -informed .me --I would have-- my- first ex- Odds `n ends perience driving in Toronto, and with my usual sense of timing. the trip coincided with the City's transit strike. Your October and November pages reflected the blazing autumn colours , outside my windows. Yougave me a jolt when I • turned to December. What did I see? - a frozen stream, snowbanks and hoarfrost. „_• • It was your way of telling • me we- were almost back where we started from. Another year has almost come and gone: it passed so quickly I could have lost track of the days. weeks and months. Thank .goodness 1 had you to keep me up-to- date. f'll start the next twelve months with a fresh new face hanging on the wallin your place. In fact. your replacement_ has already arrived. . - _ - .What will -happen-to you.-- my eu:- my friend? After two more weeks and one more shop- ping list, you'll be tossed in -the- trash — a--sad-end- to_ twelve months of seirvice MR. AND MRS. DAVID SNIDER Lisa Van Elswyk and David Russell Snider were united in marriage November 4; .1978 at the Church of God in Kitchener by Rev. E. Wottam. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Von Elswyk,. Elmira and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Snider, Zurich are parents of the groom. The mold of honour was Carol Van Elswyk and bridesmaids were Debra Snider and Janette Freeman. The best mon was Gerold Martin and guests were ushered by Daniel Snider and Art t reeman. After o honeymoon to Jamaica the couple has taken up residence • at RR 3, Wallenstein. Pentecostal ladies elect The U.M.C. business. Christmas meeting from the Exeter Pentecostal Church was held at the home of Mrs. Keith McLaren, December 7. Mrs. Keith McLaren presided over the meeting. Mrs. Milford Prouty led in a carol, "Hark the Herald 'Angels Sing." . Mrs. Don Forrest had the opening prayer. We then sang "Joy to the World." The roll call was taken and answered by a scripture verse on "Jesus." There were 19 present at the ser- vice. • Rev. Don Forrest gave. The message for the afternoon. His text was taken from Matthew 2:1-12. He spoke on "The Star" which is a light to those in darkness: "Anchor, Hope. guidance. The election of officers for 1979 followed a pot luck supper. This was done by secret ballot. President - Mrs. Ruth McLardn. vice president - Mrs. Edith Miller, secretary - Mrs. Yvonne Reynolds; treasurer - Mrs. -Mary Blanchard, press reporter . Mrs. Shirley Prouty, parcels - Mrs. Jen Kipfer, stamps - Mrs. o ly Waddell, peo- nies Mrs. Ada Triebner. Secret al gifts- were then handed out. Rebekahs have lunch About 90 members sat down to a Christmas lunch Wednesday evening previous to the regular meeting of Pride of Heron Rebekah ,Lodge. The lunch was convened by Sis. Ruth Anderson. N.G. Shirley Cooper presided over the meeting 'assisted by V.G. Marg Cook. Sister Marie Fiske from Norwick Lodge was welcomed. The V.G. reported several in hospital and sick at home. J.P.N.G. Joyce Morgan reported there will be a C.P.T. euchre January 10. Also that there will be a • float decorated for the' parade December 16. There will be donations given to the Ladies -and School section of Exeter' ' Fair also the sunshine boxes will be packed. It was voted to cater to the curling bort>zprel March 10- A report k GLOVES, % OFF Good selection of--rodies' imported genui le leather••gloves, dress gloves and driving glover. ACCESSORIES AND NOVELTIES Hats, scarves, jewellery, plush animals, Christmas stocking stuffers at special low prices. • ALTERATIONS EXTRA • 'MR.:AND MRS. TOM GLOOR Lorelei Durdin and Torn Gloor' exchanged mdrnage vows Oc- ALL SALES FINAL • tober 14, 1978 at Ddshwood United C urc wi v. ruc Guy.,Offiuiating. The bride •is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. OPEN MOND&Y - SATURDAY 10 TO 5 -P.M. ""dud Durdin, f oshwooc ondkthe groom is the son of the late 4110 SUNDAYS 1 P.M. TO 5 P.M. `"'' Mr. and Mrs.. Emmerson G1oor, Centralia. The maid of honour � vrras Koren Durdin Pat Glavin wos matron of honour and the sun sho yrs, bridesmaids were Louise Burge and Eileen Dolton. The best mon was Ken Jones oftd guests were ushered bytiien Gloor, Don Durdin and Lorry Glpor. The ring bearer wos Chad 739.2511 93 MAIN SI GRAND SENO . Gloor and Karen Pederson was flower girl. The couple is residing in Lambeth. Photo by Wolter McKenzie 000••0•• ••-•• •-••••z•'• CHOOSESLATE • - • The Christmas meeting of the Presbyterian, Coven • • Women was held .Monday In the church. Mrs Mabel • Stanlake was in charge of • 7 .0ti.VtFABRICS the Christmas program. The • ceremony of the "five -Candles of Advent" was per- . ' formed by several ladies of YEAR• the group. • Final plans for the induc . •• tion and reception for Rev. •,Knight for Thursday. • r • December 14th. were r finalized. •' Musical numbers were •• - - . ` w given .by Colleen Glasgow; •Mrs. Sillery. Mrs. Merkley. Mrs, Cann.. Mrs. Hoffman. Nlrs. Moir sung the carol • "The Friendly Beasts" "Why 1 Like Christmas?" • ading was given by Mrs. ora Taylor • Officers for the ' codling' year are: president - Mrs. •Edna Simmons. secretary - Mrs. Bea Ersman, treasurer - Mrs, Kay Snelgrove. Decorate your home - with beautift,L to CONTINUES All THIS. WEEK • WOOLS 55% POLYESTER — 45% WOOL -Reg 5 982" Ys PRICE FIBERFILL SUNBURST. POLYESTER 1 Lb. 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York Choice TOMATOES 14 oz2/$132 oz. lot 97c tin - • • Bicks,Sweet Mixed Moms Soft, 100% Veg. Oil MARGARINE PICKLES 1 Ib: tub 59ARGARINE PEPSI TINS 'C/S24 §4444 Heinz Fancy TOMATO JUICE Clover Leaf Mandarin ORANGES Monarch Added Touch CAKE MIXES 48 oz 10 oz. Mellow Roast.Instant . 69' toFFEr Red Rose Economy . 59`' TEA BAGS 75` LJoyIQUID DETERGENT 8 oz. jor 3.99 1Po.'1.69 93' 32 oz TIP TOP 350 g, tin BLACK MAGIC . - FANCY CHOCOLATES ,1 Ib. i - s. MIXED. NUTS $ 1.39 Rumps, Sirloin Tips 8 Steak ROASTS Schneiders Blue Ribbon Sliced or piece, BOLOGNA Maple Leof Boneless Tin End • DINNER .HAMS: Sandwich or Cube STEAKS N'T MISS THESE MEAT VALUES Ib. Ib Ib lb. SUPERIOR HIP SALE 61.95 CUT FROM GRADE A-1 .& A-2 HFPS $1.19 FULL SLICE - ROUND $2.39 - STEAK $2.35 $1 Ib, .85 Swifts tozy Maple SIDE BACON Swifts Premium - ' WIENERS Vac 1's, Ib Swifts, Sugar Plum Club Stye '/s HAMS Open Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri. jilt p.m. Week of Dec. 18th Many More In Store Feature, BAKERY - PRODUCE flijrida Florida Juice FancyMACS CELERY•NEARTS ORANGES 24,3jit.:_r_g*_,,s Ib: b> $ t 191lb-bQD._ 79':. . Red Emperor GRAPES lb 59( Produce of U.S.A. LETTUCE - 24.5 49' Superior Enriched BREAD. 24 oz. 3/'1.09 1.45 16$1.09 lb $2.39 Superior Rich Moist FRUIT CAKE 216 $2.29 FROZEN— McCain Fancy PEAS & CARROTS 2 Ib, bag 79 •