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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-12-11, Page 811'S A_.t %WS NO FURNITURE Just in time for Christmas A SUPER CHAIR SPECTACULAR No. only '277 p... ..p.wv 467 MAIN MileYg Fine Furniture ST., EXETER Now only '277 -4- 233-0173 J Page 8 Times -Advocate, December 11, 1985 .t 4 SCHOOLS PARADE — Four area elementary schools participated in Saturday's Santa Claus parade. The .IAD McCurdy -Huron Hope float is shown here. T -A photo Ailsa -Craig Pathfinders told of local government By ALICE DICKENS Ailsa Craig The First Ailsa Craig Pathfinders held their regular meeting on November 6, when their leader, Mrs. Marilyn Barbe, conducted the open- ing prayer and song. The Pathfinder had as their special speaker, Jack Whitmore, who spoke on the local government, municipal government, elections, local issues, government agencies, and people employed by government. Through the discussion, the Pathfinders were able to complete their community No. 1 challenges. Mrs. Barbe presented the speaker with a 75 celebration slogan pen from Girl Guides of Canada. Then, in turn, he gave the girls each a Jack Whit- more personalized pen. The unit discussed business which O itAuded their upcoming trip to Toron- to and the enrolment to take place for 7 of our 10 girls. Highlights of a trip of the Pathfinders to Careers 2001 in Toron- I Peddens Collectors Plates 350 different plates Many scarce, go9d prices Special table up to 50% off Free draw on a Cardinal Bird Plate December 24 10% off Plate frames, plate rails and Keirstead prints till Christmas Hwy. 81, 9 miles south of Parkhill Weekdays d Sat. 9 - 5:30 p.m. Sunday Dec. 15 and 22 1 - 5 p.m. Viso and cheques accepted Phone 1-247-3341 to. on November 16 proved very in- teresting. There were many exhibits about possible careers for the future. Before returning home, the group enjoyed a tour of the Royal Winter Fair. --- Enjoy supper The -congregation of the Ailsa Craig Presbyterian church met the evening of November 24 for their family Christmas supper. The tables were prettily decorated with candles. There was a short program by the church school members directed by Ruth McCallum and Annie Eagleson. Mr: Ward, Mr. Forum, Wayne Hind - marsh, Ross McCallum and Mrs. Robinson read scripture passages which were interspered with Christmas carols. Everyone enjoyed the evening, especially the children, as they seem- ed to have captured the spirit of Christmas joy andfhappiness. Birthday party The Rocking Chair group provided enjoyable music for the November birthday residents of Craigholme. By all, reports, the Craigholme bazaar was a success when many attended. The last film night for this year was held on November 29 at the Activity Centre. "Castles and gardens," "Aizu holiday" and "Portrait of Bermuda" was enjoyed by the group of seniors. Christmas carols led by John Mac- donald was sung all between the films. Ervine Gingerich, president of the Centre, welcomed everyone, and an- nounced that Games Night would be January 24, 1986. Lunch was served by Isabel) Stokes and committee. The Happy Gang seniors enjoyed a delicious pot luck dinner at noon followed by nine tables of progressive euchre on November 27 at Legion Hall. Winners were Evelyn Trevithick, Sybil Stephenson, Jenny Hartle, Levi White, Jack Trevithick and Roland Neil. Music and readings enjoyed at Centralia By Mrs. TOM KOOY Centralia The Centralia UCW Christmas meeting was held Thursday at the church at 6:30 with husbands and guests being treated to an excellent dinner arranged by Freda Hollings, Donna Smith and Aldeen Skinner assisted by group two. The program was under the leader- ship of Marian Abbott, Iva Blair and Janet Hicks assisted by group 1. A Christmas carol sing song was led by Don Stuart with Glena Tripp at the piano. Iva Blair welcomed everyone and conducted a brief business meeting. The Scripture was read by Janet Hicks followed with prayer by Marian Abbott. Brent and Kurt Mills sang followed by a reading entitled 3 Make the most of your looks g throughout the Holiday Season! c 3 3 3 3 3 3 ANN BAYNHAM Esthetician SKIN CARE Facials Eyebrows Make -Up Electrolysis Lash & Brow Tints Waxing Manicures Suntanning 346 Maln SL, Exeter, Ont. NOM 1S0 (519) 235-0421 D 3 ' e't ern e>Dtl arts arts ewes art arttara era any arartveffarr6mtsirttars Making a List & checking it twice FOR HER... • purses • gloves • jewellery • slippers • scarves and receive a 20% discount on these items only ,ft an 1 383 Main St., Exeter '4 744,40.114 Sizes 14-44 Also London and Sarnia "Horse" by 011ie Essery. A humorous poem "Dad's_ Old Trousers" was presented by Mildred Greb. Shawn McCurdy sang "Away in a Manger" and Margaret Cook read a poem "Christmas in Florida". Shawn Willert played several guitar numbers followed by a poem "For Christmas Is" given by Adeline Elli June Essery read "The Original Christmas". An enjoyable musical number was given by Sam Skinner, Bob Blair and Ken Greb ac- companied by Crystal Zeigler at the piano. Gladys Buswell told the origin of the Christmas carol "Silent Night". What Christmas Means to Me was told by Janet Hicks. The special even- ing closed with prayer. Personals Congratulations of the community are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Hirtiel who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, Saturday. Owing to the storm. December 2, both the afternoon and evening euchre parties were cancelled. The next party at the community centre will be held on December 16 (weather petmitting1. Plan to attend the Christmas enter- tainment at Faith Tabernacle on Sun- day evening, December 15 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Mr. and Mrs. William Rimmer ar- rived here Friday evening from England and will be spending a few weeks with his brother Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Rimmer and family. Mrs. Marlene Moore and Melissa. Exeter visited on Sunday with Mrs Von Overholt. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Noels, Helen MacDonald and Mary Davis all of Lucan visited Saturday with Tom and Mary Kooy. Try The 'Ever -Thrift -4 'We have funyiru for you or your 3nnuin9 family. 1De can also set( 3vur quality items so you can Crake some profits. The `Ever Thrift, not just a store, a new experience in buyir>J and selling 157 Main St., Exeter 235-2687 Rocking horse, green machine, just a few of our terrific items at The Ever Thrift Store Shop now and save 10% off all items Horticulture group meet at Kirkton The Kirkton Horticulture Society held its annual meeting and program December. 3 at the Kirkton Woodham community centre. A large crowd enjoyed the pro- gram. President Joyce Strahan welcomed all and opened the meeting by singing 0 Canada. Jean Ratcliffe introduced the childrens choir of Central Perth elementary school near Sebringville. There are 32 children in the choir grade five to eight. This choir is con- ducted by David Strahan. They led Christmas Carol singing for all then entertained with several numbers by the choir. Mrs. Ratcliffe thanked the choir and conductor for their inspir- ing music. Mrs. -Philip Johns introduced Car- frey Cann of Exeter who gave an in- teresting talk and showed slides of rural life on their trip to England, Scotland and Wales this summer. Several lucky winners received poensettias in a draw. Winners in competition of Christmas ar- rangements and Christmas crafts were Mrs. Jean Ratcliffe, Mrs. Josie Ryckman , Mrs Joyce Strahan, Mrs. Olive Thomson, Mrs. Gertie Willis and Mrs. Harold Foster. Mrs. Calvin Christie and Mrs. Ron Skinner favoured with musical numbers on accordions. Mrs. Strahan thanked all taking part in the program. Mrs. Elson Lynn read the minutes Of the last annual meeting and gave the treasurer's report. Mrs. Strahan gave the activity report for the year, and Mrs. Stuart Shier conducted the elect) n of officers for 1986. Past president llissJean Copeland, president Mrs. Ellis Strahan, vice presidents Mrs. Morris Atthill, Mrs. Philip Johns, directors for one year, Mrs. James MacDougall, Mrs. Ken Parkinson, Mrs. Olive Thomson, Miss Doris Elford and Mrs. Jack Wiles. Two year directors, Mrs.Ross Robin- son, Mrs. Robert Ratcliffe, Mrs. Wallace Selves, Mrs. Percy Hodgins and Mrs. John Harrigan. Associate directors, Mrs. James Willis, Mrs. Wayne Schrader, Mrs. Clifford Aikens, Mrs. Ross Tufts, Mrs. Malhon Ryckman, Miss Ruth Skinner and Mrs. Wilfred McKenzie. Examiners, Mr. Delmer Skinner and Mrs. Frank Kints. A pot luck lunch was enjoyed by all. 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