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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-12-30, Page 6Page 6 Times -Advocate, December 30, 1981 The Christmas feast The good smells coming from the kitchen were almost too much for the children to resist, but Mother warned them the room was off limits. They busied themselves with their new toys, but occasionally they wandered past the open Soon the guests began to arrive - Uncle Robert and Aunt Martha with their three children, Teddy, John and baby Jane; Uncle George and Aunt Mabel with their four children, Elizabeth, May, Mary and Anne; and Mr. and Mrs. Brown, who By Elaine Townshend kitchen door to peek at Mother bustling around. The dining room was used only on very special oc- casions, and Christmas was the biggest holiday of the year. Mother had spent hours rubbing the round wooden table until it shone. Emily didn't understand why she wanted to cover it on Christmas Day, but she did as she was told - smoothing Mother's finest white damask cloth over the table and setting the two green candles in their brass holders in the centre. A bright red cloth covered the long wooden table in the kitchen, where the children would eat. A centrepiece of pine cones tied with red ribbon decorated their table. lived on the next farm half a mile down the road. The Browns' children were grown up and married and lived too far away to visit, even on Christmas Day. Mrs. Brown brought a piece of candy for each of the children. They could hardly wait to eat it, but she made them promise to keep it for an evening treat. Each of the ladies brought something for the dinner. They disappeared into the kitchen to help Mother. Finally each re -appeared carrying a steaming bowl to the dining room table. Bob and Teddy ate in the dining room because they were older, while Emily, Edward, Elizabeth and John supervised the younger children in the kitchen. After Papa said grace, the feast began. First came soup - mutton broth, hot and delicious. The second course consisted of turkey with chestnut dressing and goose. (Emily and Edward tried not to think about the two geese and the turkey that used to run around the yard.) There were also mounds of sweet potatoes, peas, tiny whole carrots, turnips and onions. For dessert, there was plum pudding with sweet sauce and mince pies. After dinner the adults drank tea in the parlour, while the older children cleared the tables. Soon the ladies were working again, washing dishes with help from the older girls. In the evening, everyone sipped eggnog and nibbled raisins, almonds and walnuts. From the fruit cellar, Bob brought apples and red and black rasp- berries. Everyone gathered round the tree in the parlour and sang carols, while Uncle George played the violin. It was very late when Mr. and Mrs. Brown bundled up for their sleigh ride home. The others would stay for the night, because the ride home was much too long for a cold winter night. Upstairs sleepy children heard sleigh bells ringing in the night and violin strains of While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks. Special music features service at Saintsbury By MRS. HEBER DAVIS SAINTSBURY Holy Communion service was held at St. Patrick's Christmas eve. Mrs. Wayne Carroll was at the piano and Marylou Tindall played Christmas music on the clarinet. Margaret Carroll and Mary Davis were readers, the flowers in the church were placed there in loving memory of Mrs. Vera McFalls and Heber Davis by Hugh and Hazel Davis. Personals Pre Christmas callers with Mrs. Mary Davis were Hugh and Mike Davis, !Suzanne Davis, Jeffrey Young and Gote Wennerstrom, Lucan. Christmas eve guests with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Carroll were Mr. and Mrs. Ron Carroll and family and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Carroll and children. Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Davis, Mr. Gote Wen- nerstrom, Lucan and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Love and girls, Varna with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Davis on Wednesday. r Mrs. Leonard, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Eaton, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Greenlee and children, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Greenlee and children, Mrs. Vera Greenlee, Miss Verna Greenlee, Elmer and Bert Greenlee, Exeter and Mrs. Mary Davis with Mr. and Mrs. Earl Greenlee. Mrs. Lorne Barker, Luca n, Mrs. Mary Davis, Centralia, Misses Joan and Jean Barker, Bob Bone and Tom Richardson, London and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Barker and Marla with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Barker. Boxing Day, Mr. and Mrs. Don Abbott, Manitoulin, and son and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Abbott visited the Barkers. Mr. and Mrs. Ross McFalls and family, Cen- tralia, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Simpson and children, London and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Davis joined them for dinner. The latter were guests with Mr. and Mrs. L. Dietrich earlier in the day. Mr. and Mrs. Ron Cun- ningham, Mr. and Mrs. Mary Davis were overnight Cookie Cutter 50%OFF SALE 0 on all Christmas Items Centre Mall the -• Cookie Cutter :: • 235-0928 T. I all thautb,s, afghans - paintings pottery - dried arrangements silver jewellery baskets - weaving photography - silk scarves Proprietor - Kenley G. Campbell Centre Mall, Exeter Ph. 235-0779 r t 1 1 1 guests with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Tindall and family Christmas eve. The Cun- ninghams remained for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Davis and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Barker joined a group of relatives Sunday to meet and honour Mr. and Mrs. Paul Abbott at the home of Paul's sister and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Dave Turner, Varna. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Abbott were married last summer and this is the first opportunity for relatives to meet Mrs. Abbott. They are members of the Canadian Military Service stationed in Manitoba. Rev. George and Mrs. Anderson, Grand Bend, were Wednesday dinner guests with Mr. and Mrs. Larry Greenlee and children. Mrs. Mary Davis was a dinner guest, Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Davis. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Carroll, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Carroll and family and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Carroll and children spent Christmas day with Mr. and Mrs. Rick Taylor and family, Sarnia. Kids pick best books The real authorities on children's books are children themselves, and the kids will have their say when KIDS PICK'82 begins. KIDS PICK '82 is the chance for the children of public libraries in the Midwestern Regional Library System, to tell adults what they think the best Canadian book cif 1980 was. The contest will begin on January 19 and run until February 26. During that time, children who read a book of Canadian fiction, poetry. or folklore published during 1980 will be able to mark a ballot with the word which they think best describes it: Great:, O.K., or Blah. Votes will be collected from the public libraries of Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington, and a region wide winner will be chosen. The authors of the most popular books will be invited to make appearances around the region during spring break. KIDS PICK '82 is sure to be as popular as the original KIDS PICK promotion held in 1980. So watch out for politicking and ballot stuf- ffing, KIDS PICK is on its way. Ask about it today at the public library. 1 1 1 1 1 OPTIMISTS HOST BLOOD CUNIC — A very successful blood donor clinic sponsored by the Kirkton-Woodham Optimists club was held December 21. Club members George levy and Rick DeBrabenders watch as Louise Young and Jim Roger take registrations. T -A photo Festive parties, programs enjoyed at Ailsa Craig By ALICE DICKENS AILSA CRAIG December 16, the Craigholme Nursing Home held their Christmas family night. The 3M group from London presented a very good musical program for the large audience. Lunch was served. The Brownies, girl guides and the Parkhill high school have given entertainment for the residents. Rev. Maureen Walter along with the ladies from the Presbyterian church presented a Christmas service Sunday afternoon, December 13. Several residents attended East Williams and McGillivray Central School to see and hear their grand- children take part in the annual concert. Several Craigholme residents, riding in the van, were in the Santa parade. The Craigholme residents have enjoyed happy times with groups, entertainment, community, family and volunteers who have sup- ported the Craigholme generously of their time and talents throughout the year. To all a Happy New Year. The Lions' Club reports 111 were served a Christmas dinner at the Legion hall Sunday evening, 16 plates were taken to those who were unable to attend. In the village's recent deluge of the white stuff, snow removal committees have worked early and late to keep the main street as well as the side streets passable, for young and old, so we say "thanks a lot". See lights Several Parkhill folk along with 23 Craigites enjoyed a tour from Langs' bus recently to see the Simcoe Christmas lights and decorations. The tour included a visit to Coyle's factory outlet, Christmas shopping at a mall at Tillsonburg, and a delicious hot beef dinner served by a church group. Santa, in his jovial manner, paid a visit much to our surprise' A • . a 4.I Gay Following this, a guided tour of the Simcoe Park, was greatly enjoyed. This was another Lorne Smith special. A good-sized crowd at- tended the joint Christmas eve service at 7 p.m. in the Anglican church sponsored by the,, Ailsa Craig Ministerial Association. Rev. Latham welcomed all, conducted the service and gave the sermon. Pastor David Brunner assisted with the scriptures. Members of the United Church choir rendered an anthem. Mrs. Lyle Stokes and Mrs. Roy Sutherland sang a duet with Mrs. Wadsworth at the organ. Sunday school The United Church Sunday School concert was held Sunday eve, December 20. With Mrs. Murray Lee at the pianp, Christmas carols wer sung ' opening the program c tired by Wm. Sutherland, superintendent. Teachers, children and many behind the ' scenes spend a great deal of time and effort in preparing for this special evening, thus a good-sized crowd enjoyed a well -presented program by each class. An added feature was the playlet, a repeat prefor- mance, of The Williams' family Christmas Story, by the U.C.W. executive. Santa arrived to distribute gifts and treats. Once again the White Gift service was ably presented by the Sunday School C.G.I.T. and Explorers took part in the Vesper service. Advent candles were lit for four Sundays prior to Christmas by the children. Rev. Menzies baptised the following: Wm. John McLinchey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McLinchey (Joanne Campbell); and Jennifer Lee Lasenby, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Lasenby. Personals Mrs. George W. Stewart spent a few days at Christmas with her son, Bill, and family of Weston. A speedy recovery is extended to Harvey Morley who is in Middlesex General Fifteen Years of Experience to Serve You Dove • We hove a FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE on our workmanship and materials. • Your choice of any of our fine materiels • Cotton • Velvet • Nylons • Vinyls • Refinishing FREE ESTIMATES FREE PICKUP & DELIVERY Why Recondition? • Save Money • Better Ouality (hand crafted) • Longer Lotting Hours Tuesday to Saturday 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. MacMASTER CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY 194 Main St. Luton, Ont. 227-4616 hospital, Strathroy. Mrs. Ella Tweddle spent the holidays with her family in London and Lambeth. Miss Margaret Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Dickens and family, and Mrs. Alice Dickens were Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Harrison and sons of Ilderton. Word has been received of the passing of John Halliday Stewart, (of England), son of the late Alex Klondike Stewart and Rebecca (Halliday) Stewart, in his 83rd year, on December 21, beloved husband of Dorothy. Interment in Yatesbury Cemetery, England. Without you, there would be no news; local churches and organizations are in- vited; have reports to your correspondent before Monday noon. Thank You. A prosperous New Year to all. Toboggan party held at Staffa By MRS. J. TEMPLEMAN STAFFP. The staff of Mitchell Public School and their families enjoyed a toboggan party Sunday afternoon followed by a pot luck dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rob Templeman. Mr. and Mrs. Everett Kerslake and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Froats spent the Christmas holidays with Bonnie and Al in Calgary, Alberta. Mike Parsons, Edmonton home for the Christmas holidays with his family, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Parsons and Mary. 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