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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-10-15, Page 23OPEN PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT — Beth Turnbull and Jonathon Hill had the honour of breaking the ribbon on the new creative playground equipment at the Lucan Public School Thursday afternoon. The new equipment was provided by the Home and School Association and president Shirley Fowles was in charge of the opening festivities. T -A photo Okay flood mapping Council favours three year term Members of Lucan village council indicated Tuesday night they were in favour of a three year term for municipal councils in the future. The matter was brought up by reeve Ivan Hearn who said Middlesex county council would be voting on the proposal made by the Province of Ontario this week and we wanted to get council's feelings. In addition to Hearn, deputy -reeve Norm Steeper and councillors Larry Hotson and Gary McFalls said they would support a longer term. The only opposition came from councillor Harry Wraith who said, "Do we have any say?" I'd rather see a two year term.. Councillor Hotson said, "1 don't see anything wrong with it. Elections cost a lot of money and Deputy -reeve Steeper commented, "I'm in favour. It gives council broader expanse and a chance to put long range plans into effect." Reeve Hearn agreed that the longer term would provide added stability. He added, "We are fortunate to have a stable council here." Clerk Ed Melanson told council he had received a number of favourable comments regarding the recent change to allow payment of electric bills at the village office He said the change was made on a trial basis, but , he felt it was working well as most residents were able to pay their water and hydro bills at the same time and same place. Council approved a request from Middlesex county to make payments on the county level on a four times a year basis. The village already collects taxes four times a year. Reeve Hearn said the county would save about $90,000 a year on borrowing money by getting municipal levies earlier and oftener. Councillor Hotson in talking about the recently built Centennial Cairn at the arena said, "They did a superb job. It certainly enhances the appearance of the building. Council rejected a resolution from the township of Minto which called for the federal and provincial governments to cut interest rates for farmers and small businesses. A petition from the majority of owners involved with the proposed Whitefield municipal drain was ac- cepted by council and the Suggest Christian theme Plan IPM church service Members of various churches in Middlesex coun- ty, who want to see an Ecumenical Christian booth at the 1982 plowing match, met in the Parish Hall of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Lucan, Tuesday evening. A steeringcommittee had met previously and their suggested executive and committees were approved as follows: Chairman, Rev. Bruce Pocock of Holy Trini- ty, Lucan, Secretary Rev. Craig Railton of the London Conference Office U.C., Melanie Wearer, Riverside U.C., Treasurer, Paul O'Reilly of the T.D. Bank, Lucan. Program, Presentation and Design Committee which includes static dis- play, getting material on the site, etc. - Rev. George Hamilton, Glencoe Anglican, Lewis VanBaardwyk, First St. An- drews. United, London, and Rev. Jack Thompson, Erskine United London. Recruitment, Education and Training of Workers, Rev. Charles Scott, London, Hospitality, Edith McCor- mick, Arva U.C., Helen Loft, Ilderton U.C., Marion Hodgins, Holy Trinity, Lucan and Jim Dickinson, Wesley U.C., Facilities, Dale Froats Lucan U.C., Stuart Robb, Ilderton U.C., Ruth Hill, St. James Anglican, Clandeboye and Bob Paas. London. A worship service on the Sunday evening preceding the plowing match will be arranged by the Lucan Ministerial. GETS AWARD --- Lucan works superintendent Doug Johnston recently completed a course at the Mahoney Road School at the University of Guelph. Above, Reeve Ivan Hearn presents Johnston with o pin. T -A photo WI meets E.J. STEELE DENTURE THERAPY CUN1C STRATHROY 62 FRONT ST. WEST N70 1X7 TEL(519)246-4211 OR CALL COLLECT (519)542-8044 Women of the community are invited to attend the Women's Institute meeting Wednesday evening when a panel of business women will speak on the subject "The Retailer Talks Back", under the convenership of Mrs. R.R. Crozier, formerly of Lucan.. Members of Clandeboye and Ilderton branches have been invited to attend. Lucan members are urged to be present at 7:10 promptly for the business meeting as the guests will arrive at 8 p.m. The roll call is the answer to the question "Are you en- titled to a refund"? Perhaps you have an experience to rzhnrn ***************** y Ty Ty Ty Ty 4 -- CRANE SERVICE PARKi ILL AND DISTRICT 25 Ton Mobile Grove 92 Foot Boom- 24FootJib W.H. Battram & Sons, Ltd. 294-6893 — 294.6303 ****************** Publicity Committee, Eva and Alton Baynes, and Don Lemond. Welburn U.C., and Iva M. Hodgins, Lucan'U.C.,. Entertainment, Claire and Rev. Chauncey McKay; Ilderton U.C., Edith McCor- mick. Ruth Hill a�rtd Jim Robertson, Lucan U C. Many suggestions for a Christian Theme were made which will be considered and a definite theme chosen at the next meeting Tuesday, November 10, at 8 p.m. at Riverside United Church, London. Representatives of all demoninations are urged to mark this date on their calendars and attend the meeting to help make further plans for this great occasion. Lions may change location Prior to the October meeting of the Lucan Lions club, an in-depth discussion at an executive meeting on a possible change of meeting place to the arena developed a consensus of opinion that the cost of the Leprechaun room be defrayed from the administration fund, A further discussion pointed out that if Lions are to donate $5,000 to the arena this year, a portion of this money should be kept out to defray the cost of using the premises for meetings. Up until now regular meetings of the Lions have been held at Trinity Anglican Church in Lucan. The President Jack Ryan is looking into the possibility and feasibility of having one meeting a month involving a meal and one business meeting a month during the evening serving coffee and donuts. The president is to present a form recommendation at the next meeting to be held at the Anglican Church on Monday, October 19 at 6:45 p.m. Zone chairman Ross McTaggart attended the latest meeting along with four guests including former member Frank Toonders. Members were reminded of the District Al convention to be held in Chatham April 2,3,4. WIN SOCCER TITLE — Biddulph Central School won the boys championshipof Thursday's North Middlesex Elementary Schools soccer tournament with five straight wins. Back, left, Ron Funwell, Ian Craig, Mike Holder, Michael DiIlabough, Doug Fretz, John R. MacDonald, Dean Van Arenthals, Steven Bannerman and coach Bob Eaton. Front, Doug Haskett, Todd Froats, Rick Emery, Tim Shipley, Robert Tindall, Rod Johnston and Erin McComb. T -A photo Thanksgiving at United The Lucan United Church was beautifully decorated by Barb Bannerman and her Teens class for the Thanksgiving service Sun- day. Many thanks to them and to those who provided products of field, garden and orchards. Marjorie and Stewart Park welcomed members and friends, and Barb and Don Coughlin assisted in receiving the offering. The choir, under the direction of Helen Stanley added much to the service of worship as they sang "Praise the Lord of Harvest" and "Let All Things Now Living". The Sacrament of Baptism was conducted by Rev. Keith Brown for Leasa Jane, daughtei of Larry and Linda Lewis and Ryan Kenneth, son of Kenneth and Susan Rees. Honor Stanley presented books on behalf of the U.C.W. Iva Hodgins gave the children's story on a Thanksgiving theme, prior to the large group going to Junior Church. Speaking from I Thess. 5:22, Mr. Brown told his con- gregation that it is difficult for some people to be grateful for the many blessings poured on them, especially in times of in- security or adversity and danger. If we pay much attention to our fears we will Former resident passes away A former resident of Lucan, Gladys (Coursey) R. Ford. died Tue day, October 6, in Detroit, Michigan. She was the wife of Fred W. Ford of Detroit and mother of Robert and Ralph Ford. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Mrs. Ford was buried from the Verheyden Funeral Home with cremation at Forest Cemetery. go under, and in this connec- tion, Mr. Brown mentioned Anwar Sadat and what he had accomplished by fixing his sights on his God. "Thanksgiving is a vital part of our Christian life", said Mr. Brown, giving several references. Baskets of flowers in the sanctuary were from the funeral of the late Bradley deGraw. The prayers of the congregation were extended to his loved ones. Thanksgiving posters, prepared by the children in Kathy Kaune's class were on display and brightened up the walls of the Sanctuary. "Up -coming in the U.C. Saturday, October 17 is the Couples' Club garage and bake sale at the home of Bob Ladies enjoy Algonquin Ethel Crouch, Granton and Iva M. Hodgins, Lucan en- joyed a colour tour with Car- dinal Tours of Dunnville, to Minden area and into Algonquin Park last weekend. They ran out of the over- cast weather south of Barrie Saturday, and on through Sunday the weather was beautiful. After climbing the tower at Dorest. a sea of colour met their eyes in every direction. such as neither had seen before. It was beyond description. The tour and slide presen- tation at the Department of Lands and Forests former School of Forestry was also a highlight of the trip, as was the drive through the Park. Accommodation was provid- ed at "Hart Lodge" a year round resort. near Minden, where the food and enter- tainment left nothing to be desired. This trip is recommended for anyone who would like to "get away from it all" for a relaxed weekend. News from the Revival The Bread of Life, Thanksgiving Tea, was held Wednesday evening in the Fellowship Hall of Lucan Revival Centre. Judith Henry opened the meeting leading chorus singing. Mrs. June Henry in- troduced Mrs. Helen Head, from Kitchenr, who demonstrated how to make centerpieces from laquered small loaves of bread and ribbon, with dried flowers. Mrs. Laura Emerson, also from Kitchener, spoke on the Bread of Life. Mrs. Emerson told of the Jewish custom at the time of Jesus with bread. As bread was held sacred by some it was never cut, but broken. The process of sowing and reap- ing was a religious act done in God's name. The poor ate barley bread, while wheat bread was for the rich. Bread was thin and round, biscuits, or a loaf. The sixteen vital elements in whole wheat are taken out in making white flour, then replaced with preseratives, and aritificial elements. Satan also takes away from our spiritual lives the vital elements of our Chirstian walk. Satan comes to steal our livegiving nutrients, while Jesus came to give us eternal life giving spiritual food. John 14:16 says Jesus is life. When we accept Jesus into our lives, He gives this eternal life. Meeting closed with prayer, after which lunch was served. Morning service Rev. Ray Brewster and his wife Becky taught the song "Make An Instrument". After a time of worship and prayer. communion was served for the morning ser- vice. Sunday evening Nick Murray played his guitar ac- companied by Ken Allen on the violin as Nick sang "The Lord Said Stand Up." and "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" The Fruit of harvest was shown for Thanksgiving with fruit. vegetables, and loaves of home made bread decorating the alter. Mrs. Marlene Thornton and Mrs, Lorraine Armitage sang "Ile Did It All for Me." Rev. Ray Brewster read Psalm iiI, showing us that God deserves our thanksgiv- ing 'every day. We have not even begun to scratch the surface of what God is like. Thanksgiving Sunday evening Rev. Ray Brewster and Helen Patterson, 129 Main Street. Please bring your good usable "junk" to the Patterson's Friday night or phone 227-4879 for pick-up. Baking should arrive early Saturday morning. Seniors nix fund raising -Members of the Sunshine and Busy Buddies group met Thursday ,afternoon with Mildred' Hirtzel presiding for the business meeting. PP Mrs. Hirtzel thanked all who had helped to make the return visit of the Seniors from Montrose. Michigan. o successful by providing ts. prizes and by their presen Two suggested ideas regarding money making were voted down, one from a "cookbook" firm and the other from Gateway Fund Raising Alex Young receiv- ed birthday congratulations and a good round of applause. Euchre was enjoyed by the Sunshine Group and the Busy Buddies continued their candle making course through Fanshawe College, with Pat Poucher of London. Please bring your greenware for firing tomorrow, Thursday. Lunch was served by Kay and Ed. Armstrong and Laura and Percy Williams. ACW pack clothing bale The annual hale from Holy Trinity Anglican Church was packed by members of the A.C.W at the Parish Hall. Wednesday afternoon. Twelve boxes of lovely hand knit articles. etc. were packed and are on their way to the native peoples at Weagarnow Lake. via Sioux Lookout. A brief worship service was led by president. Marion Hodgins and lunch was served at the home of Edythe Murdy. Centre led the service. Allan Melan- son prayerfully sang "it's My Desire From Psalm 100 Rev. Brewster told how we serve God with our lives and in the thanksgiving god loads us with benefits every day. Never fall into the trap of satan to fall away from God. Daily we know the Lord is God and we are His people as He cares for us. Upcoming events Monday, October 19. from 7:15 to 9:30 the evening course for Historical Geography of Israel starts. at Christianview Bible College in Ailsa Craig with Mrs. Crouch. teacher. Saturday. at 5 p.m. there will he a pot luck dinner at the farewell for Rev. Ray and Becky Brewster at i,ucan Revival Centre. necessary action will be taken. A petition from a number of property owners who had flooded basements during recent heavy rains has been forwarded to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment for possible action. Ausable-Bayfield Cons- ervation Authority manager Tom Prout attended the meeting to review the Lucan Backwater study. Prout said the Authority would support the village in their attempts to get Canadian National Railways to increase the size of the culvert along the tracks in Lucan. He said regulations set up after Hurricane Hazel are now thought to be too restrictive for development in what may be considered low areas. After some discussion council gave approval to a flood line mapping program to be carried out by the authority. Animal killed A cattle beast was killed in one of four accidents in- vestigated this week by officers of the Lucan detach- ment of the Ontario Provincial Police. The animal owned by John Rennie was struck by a vehicle driven by John Henry Swinkels, RR 2, Ilderton on the London -Lobo township line, south of Concession 10 in London township. Damage was set at 82,000 by Constable Mealyn of the Strathroy detachment. Monday at 7:45 p,m. a vehicle driven by James Gurmin, Exeter left the roadway of Highway 4 and rolled over In the ditch. Constable J.A. Wilson set damages at $500. Vehicles driven by Russell Huska, RR 1, Arva and Walter Spivak, RR 1, Delaware collided on High- way 4 at Arva at 11:55 a.m. Tuesday. Constable D. Stables set damages at $720. Constable D. Marshall listed damages at $6,000 when a vehicle driven by Michael Pridhomme, London left the roadway of Highway 4 at 4:50 a.m. Saturday and rolled over. Anglican At Holy Trinity Anglican Church Sunday morning members and friends were greeted by Brian, Janet and Bradley Ankers. The congregation enjoyed the singing of the "Contem- porary Hymns" and Testa- ment Lessons were read by Joyce Sovereign and Patricia Pocock. The Gospel reading from St. Matthew 22 was the theme for Rev. Bruce Pocock's message. The on reading was "The Parable of the Weeding Feast". Members were reminded that the Lord is preparing a Great Banquet for us and we are all invited. We must be ready to accept His invitation and be certain not to say "I cannot come to the Banquet " The flowers in the church this morning were from the funeral of the late Bradley deGraw. Prayers were given for his parents and sisters. Up -coming at Holy Trinity The next scheduled Bap- tismal Service is planned for All Saints Day. November 1. Please contact the Rector if you wish to have your baby baptized. Members of the Sunday School continue to operate a "Nearly New Shop" on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All are welcome to come and exchange. buy or sell nearly new clothes. Times -Advocate, October 1 5, 1981 NOT TIRING - Kevin Rollings peaks through one ofthe tires which makes up part of the new creative playground equip- ment at the Lucan Public School. T -A photo Soccer season is completed A very successful Lucan minor soccer banquet was held October 4 at the Lucan community centre with over 400 players and parents attending. Guest speaker Don Reid, president of the Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association, presented the trophies to the winning teams. In atom soccer playoffs, the Lucan Cougars were defeated 2-0 by Ilderton and lost 6-2 Taxandria. Both Lucan goals were notched by Steven Nixon. Lucan Spurs were drawn against Ailsa Craig -Nairn in their first game of the playoffs. It was an exciting game with the teams evenly matched. A.C.-Nairn scored first and then Lucan replied with two goals. Keeping the lead until two minutes from the final whistle. A.C.--Nairn scored from a corner kick and the game was tied 2-2 going into overtime of 2, 5 minute halves. A,C,-Nairn again scored first. But a strong effort by. the Lucan Spurs enabled them to reply with two goals ref f - and take the game 4-3. Goal scorers for Lucan were Brian Hessels, ,rfattnew Lane, Jonny Rudd and Chris Bell. In their second playoff game Lucan Spurs came up against Exeter I a much stronger and more experienced team and were defeated 3-1. The Spurs were not disgraced and credit is due to their relentless effort. The only Lucan goal game from a penalty taken by Chris Bell. Lucan United Church Couples Club Garage and Bake Sale Saturday, October 17 9:30 a.m. 129 Main St. Lucan Wire Art ALL Rug Kits COUNTRT CRAFTS AND THINGS SAVE !IF°W 3O% 20% Till Oct. 3, Nearly New Clothing Reduced to Low Low Prices P.S. (We Need Uniforms - Brownie, Cub, Sc ut, Hockey etc.) Weare no longer accepting ADULT CLOTHING Children's Winter Clothing Only Christmas Crafts will start the last week in October COUNTRY CRAFTS undTHING 175 Main, Lucan 227-4033 CLOSED MONDAYS atI111111IIIIIlI1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 inialIIiIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIInIIIIIIHIIInlll G "The Biddulph-Lucan Home, School and Com- munity Association _would like to take this _opportunity to thank all =those involved in the =planning and construc- =tion of the newly open - _ed Creative Playground Centre at the Lucan Building. Special thanks to: ▪ Concrete Pipe Company, London; Corbett and Young Inc. - Lucan; Langford Lumber & Builders Supplies Ltd., Lucan; The ▪ Employees of the Village of Lucan Works Department; Lucan Farm Equipment; Lucan Small Engine Repairs; Sp, iet Associates, London. 1- 111111111111111111111111111111111111fII1111111111111111111111111nI11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111IIII11111111111i11111111IIllllllfl111111111111{Inl{I11111{Illtlr:�