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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-11-13, Page 15SPECIAL GUESTS — Seventeen overseas veterans and their spouses were guests at the Diamond Jubilee Remembrance Day banquet hosted by Hensall Legion Branch 468. Shown (back left) are Howard Adkins, Jack Smith, Jim Taylor, Bob Peck, Al Scholl, Roy Brock, Ron • • Seniors .begin Another weekly atternoon of fun was started at the community centre in Hensall last Thursday November .7. This year two more shuffleboard courts have been added and hopeful- ly Hensall residents will take advan- tage of this ever popular game and come out on Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Last week the winners were Pearl Taylor with a score of 236 and Walter Spencer with 204 Velma Robinson Phone 262-3205 Branch 468 marks Diamond Jubilee year Royal Canadian Legion provincial chairman Charles J. McEwan was guest speaker at Hensall Legion Branch 468's Diamond Jubilee Remembrance Day Banquet which drew a crowd of 200 to the Hensall Community Centre. Special guests were 17 of the Branch's overseas veterans and their spouses. Each of the veterans, Howard Adkins, Jack Smith, Jim Taylor, Bob Peck, Al Scholl, Roy Brock, Ron Mock, Jack Si mons, Jack O'Con- nor, Stan Kochan, Robert Hicks, John Skea, Bob Baker, John McAllister, Wilmer Dalrymple, Howard Smale and Murray Craig, were among those, signing the Articles of Faith which had been presented and dedicated by Branch Chaplain Rev. Stan McDonald. Branch treasurer Murray Traquair was presented with the Legion's highest award, the Meritorious Ser- vice Medal, for his many years of ser- vice to the Legion. In his remarks, McEwan called the 600,000 -member Legion one of the greatest service clubs in Canada. It recently presented a cheque for over $200,000 to the Barrie area tornado fund. Ile listed the three main objec- tives of the Legion as assisting ve, rans and their families, upholding democratic government, and promoting peace. As the veterans grow older - their average age. is now 6.5 - McEwan said the torch is being passed on to the sons and daughters, the associate members. He hopes they adhere to Legion principles, though the policies may change. McEwan closed by saying there is a choice for the future. The Royal Canadian Legion can continue to be a showplace for community ac- tivities. a centre for service, or slip down to become just the local pub. Ile left the choice to his audience. In a tribute to the overseas vets, Vic Knip said what they did changed the world. Their sacrifices had not been in vain, as they gave western Europe and Canada the awareness of what Filter Queen "IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" 482-7103 Electors of Hensall I would like to express my appreciation for those who supported me at the polls on Nover>NRer 12th. Thank you very much. Cecil Pepper A freedom means. He personally recall- ed the Canadian army coming as Holland's liberators. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning. we will remember thetn. Benefit dance for McLellans A benefit dance is to be held for Don and Karen McLellan, RR 2 Staffa, in the Hensall Community Centre on November 30 with music by Smokey Hollow. Friends and neighbours organized the event after fire destroyed a large barn capable of holding 100 head of cattle on the McLellan farm on October 30. McLellan suspects the fire was touched off by his combine, which he had parked in the barn after combin- ing corn. When he returned 30 minutes later the barn was engulfed in flames. The Hensall fire depart- ment was called, but could do nothing to save the structure. The combine,"a planter, a spreader and farm• produce were amogs the items lost in the blaze. Fortunately, the calves normally housed in the barn were out in the field. United Church llensall and community Remem- brance Day Service was held at the United church on Sunday morning with the Legion, Legion Auxiliary and community youth groups parading to the church led by the pipers. The Church was filled to capacity and the service was conducted by Legion Padre Rev. McDonald. Scrip- tures were read by Comrade Larry Uyl, President of the llensall Legion, and Comrade Margaret Vanstone, President of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Canadian Legion. Derick McGee very fittingly read "In Flanders Fields with the choir singing "O Valiant Hearts". Mr. McDonald spoke on the subject of "We Will Remember Them", stressing the qualities that were in those young men and women who fought and died for our country - Courage, Dedication and Sacrifice. He compared these with the qualities of Christ and the Qualities that are needed today to bring peace to our community and world. He closed the message with reading the Prayer of St. Francis which he said could be a basis for our actions and thoughts. Raye Jambe welcomed the con- gregation and the ushers were Ven- turers ,teff Clark and Terry Thiel, Murra McGregor Mark McGregor' -11 Mock, Jack Simmons, Jack O'Connor and (front) Stan Kochan, Robert Hicks; John Skea, Bob Baker, John McAllister, Wilmer Dalrymple, Howard Smale and Murray Craig. shuffleboard Northcrest Another successful pot luck supper was held on Thursday, November 7 with 14 residents in attendance. Very much missed from the supper was Mrs. Alma Horton wtko,unfor- tunately is in Exeter Hospital. Everyone wishes her a speedy recovery. Also missed were Mr. and Mrs. Er- nie Chipchase who just arrived in Plant City, Florida were they will spend the winter, and Mr. Jack O'Connor who has gone north to visit his sick mother. UC W The November meeting of the Hen- sall United Church Women was held on Tuesday November 3. The meeting was opened with • the theme song followed by prayer. The worship was conducted by Mary Brintnell, the theme being on Remembrance Day. President Dorothy Parker welcom- ed everyone and read a poem "Bless- ed are The Peace Makers" followed by one minutes silence and prayer. Members answered the roll call by wearing a poppy. Dorothy Brintnell read a mission article out of Mandate. Plans were finalized for the Bazaar on November 12 at 3:00 p.m. The list of officers were presented. Marg Cole •showed a film on Stewardship, "Gifts for Sharing", with Dorothy Brintnell giving the commentary. Loretta Riley read a humorous poem for the program. The president reviewed the next meeting and thanked everyone for taking part. The meeti►lg was closed with prayer. The hostesses were Dorothy Parker and Pat Noakes assisted by Rose Har- ris and Dorothy Brintnell. Amber Lodge Amber Rebekah Lodge met on Wednesday evening November 6 with V.G. Sis. Lois Jones presiding assisted by V.GH. Sis.Bonnie Upshall. Sis. Bonnie reported for the visting committee and the treasurer gave her report. Sis. Barbara Dalrymple attended the meeting of the United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth Committee in Clinton and gave a report. The speak - off to choose a student to go to the United Nations will be held in March. Donations were made to the Fami- ly and Children's Services of Huron County and to the llensall Figure" Skating Club. The lodge plans to hold their Christmas party at their first meeting in December. Following the meeting Diane Gerstenkorn demonstrated making a Christmas arrangement, after which all enjoyed a social hour. The Hensall U.C.W. entertained the Presbyterian ladies, Zurich United and Lutheran ladies and Brucefield ladies, Monday ovember 4 with Belva Fuss in chlkge. Kay Elder took as her theme, "Hands", for the devotion. Today we should reach out and touch someone, by writing a letter, baking for so- meone, or a visit. Use our hands to make a better world. Donna St. John sang two beautiful solos. Shirley McAllister introduced the speaker, Mrs. Jean Bennett from Oakville, who was in a group of presi- dent elects from all conferences sent to Mexico. She told us of the appall- ing conditions in Central America from talking with refugees. We also saw pictures of the poor in the rural areas of Mexico. She was thanked by Mary Brintnell. The meeting closed with a social hour. United Church At the Remembrance Day Service in the United Church on Sunday mor- ing Mrs. Lillian Beer presented a y . Donald Wareing and Bill Fuss. The flowers at the front of the• Church were placed in loving memory of Stuart Horton and the congregation were reminded that next Sunday would be the Anniversary Service of the church with Rev. Glen Wright of l,ondon as guest speaker with Mrs. Louis Ruthing of St. Marys as guest soloist. Everyone is invited to attend this service at 1 t :00 a.m. with a recep- tion following in the Fellowship Hall. Rev. McDonald attended the funeral of his aunt Mrs. Robert Goldner in Listowel on Thursday. 7han you I would like to thank all those who supported me at the polls on November 12 Harold "Coog" Knight Marg and l would like to wish everyone compliments of the season and all the best in '86. a • Union Jack in loving memory of her husband Capt. John Beer and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beer. The Dedication service was conducted by Rev.- McDonald, Mrs. Mona Alder - dice', on behalf of the congreation, retired the old flag and presented the new flag to be placed in the church. Mrs. Beer gave the address of presen- tation and the congregation joined in the act of dedication. Mrs. Alderdice placed the flag in its permanent holder. Horticultural Society On Wednesday November 20th the members of the/Horticultural Socie- ty will meet in the Fellowship hall of the United Church. Guest speaker will be Jean Barnett of Goderich. Paper white narcissus bulbs will be given to all members attending. Hensall Bantams The Hensall Bantams opened their Huron -Perth houseleague schedule on a losing note as they lost the opener to Exeter 42 on Sunday November 10. Exeter dominated the play through most of the three periods and widen- ed their lead to 4-0 before Hensall was able to respond. Rob Taylor was able to put his team on the board with their first marker during the second period. Jim Dickens scored the se- cond Hensall goal late in the third period. The boys next game will be Satur- day November 16 at 8 a.m. in Huron Park. Their first home game is November 20 at 8:30 p.m. Queensway News Another month had come and gone and a new group is now responsible for November Bingo Parties. Nine ladies from the Bethel Reformed Church were here for Bingo on Mon- day, November 4. It was a very good Afternoon. After bingo we sang hymns in the dining room. On Tuesday, the church service was again provided by Mrs. Shirley Luther. lveryone really enjoyed all of the songs which Shirley teaches us to sing each time she comes. All of us at Queensway are starting to prepare for Christmas, which real- ly isn't too far off. On Wednesday several residents joined in making Christmas decorations for the main entrance of our home. Later on Wednesday we had our first practise of the "Queensway Choir." We chose some Christmas Carols which we'd like to learn for the many festive par- ties ahead. On Thursday we had a sing -song in the Activity Room. Phillipa Steckle played for us. After the sing -song we all sang "Happy Birthday" to Phillipa who celebrated her 80th birthday on Tuesday. On Thursday evening our film was a Laurel and Hardy presen- tation entitled, "The Brats." It was very good and got lots of laughs. On Friday our residents had the op- portunity to go clothes shopping right here in our home. Geri -Fashions from London provided us with a large ar- ray of all types of clothing. It was a real treat to spend the day trying on and purchasing new clothing without even having to leave the building. On Saturday several residents at- tended a Games flour in our Activity Room. Grace Dinney was the big win- ner in Shgffle Board while Lloyd McDougall took the title in the Bean Bag Toss. In the afternoon the Zurich.Men- nonite ladies joined 34 of our residents for a Tea Party and sing -song. Mr. Asa Deeves did the honours of thank- ing our guests for their involvement in making our party such a success. Do come a ain soon, ladies. FLAG PRESENTATION - - During the Remembrance Day service at Henspl1 United Church, Lillian Beer presented the church with o new Union Jack in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beer and Copt. John Beer. The flag was dedicated by Rev. Stan McDonald and accepted by Mono Alderdice on behalf of the congregation. 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