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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-12-03, Page 22Page 6A Times -Advocate, December 3, 1986 Honor departing members Chamber hear b�t free trade Issue The -Grand Bend and Area Chamber of Commerce held its an- nual dinner meeting at the Fireside Inn, Thedford, Tuesday evening. After the motion to accept the new- ly elected members, president Bob Sharen introduced the head table, followed by everyone introducing themselves and their business. After dinner, the guest speaker, Roy Campbell, president of the Wind-. sor chamber of commerce was in- troduced. He spoke to the large crowd about the new chamber concept COIN, which is a Computerized Ontario -International Network. This idea will enable businesses all over the world to invest where they wish. Campbell also works for Hiram - Walker in Windsor and spoke on free trade. He said that Ontario is the largest single customer of the United States. GB chamber treasurer Gerry Kurtz presented Campbell with a gift and then Kurtz gave the treasurer's report. He pointed out that credit should be given to Dave Best for the increase in memberships; to Lain ie Mennell and Mel Douglas for the suc- NEW EXECUTIVE — The Grand Bend & Area Chamber of Commerce held the annual dinner meeting at the Fireside Inn, Thedford, Tuesday night. Making up this year's executive are, in the back row, Bruce Woodley, Lloyd Morden, Charlie Srokosz, Terry Crabe, Bill Rammeloo, Martin Shakespeare, Barb Bloch - Gower and Joyce Morden. Seated in the front is Marg Crow, Erwin Schotroff, Bob Sharen, and Dave Sheppard. About people you know. The air is cold, most of us have the leaves raked and gardens put to bed by now, and the Christmas season ap- proaches. Even if you can't quite get into that Christmas spirit, you'd bet- ter start those Christmas cards soon, and work on your gift list. 'All too soon, the stores will become more crowd ed, the snow will fall, and the roads congest with frantic shoppers. Still, some early birds have gotten out their Christmas lights, to brighten our darkness, and beautify the night. Those lovely, sparkling lights never fail to gladden my heart, and to re- mind me of the coming of the Light NOW OPEN • 40 varieties donuts • Muffins • Croissants • Soup and Tight lunches • Sandwiches • Variety of Beverages 29 Ontario St., Grand Bend • • of the World, the infant Jesus. The family of Ada Dietrich had a birthday party for her at the Sauble Court lounge, with lots of relatives and friends at a come -and -go tea. Mrs. Turvey spent a few days with her relatives last week in Brussels. Philip and Roberta Walker had visitors from Rossford, Ohio, her cousin Jerry Nellet, his wife Bonnie and family. They arriired late Wednesday to celebrate the American Thanksgiving on Thursday and left Sunday, after a great weekend of sight-seeing, feasting and fun. Everyone hopes that Olive Miller gets home soon from St. Joseph's Hospital, after a bad fall on the ice resulted in a broken ankle. Remember the Christmas Ecumenical on December 9, at the Grand Bend United Church, at 8 p.m. Guest speaker will be Mrs. Stan Des- jardine, a missionary recently return- ed , from Tanzania. All ladies are welcome to attend. Legion News The regulars were out for Tuesday night darts at the Legion hall, with Dave Lovie and Marg Hedley in first place. Kevin Henry and Sally Lovie got second, and Kay Allen won the 50/50 draw. At the Friday meat raffle, the win- ners were: Dave Foubister, Glen Bryson, Mary Bray, Frank Allen, and Madelaine Foubister. Tony Gaudio won the mystery draw. Under coming events at the Legion, remember, next Saturday, Dec. 6 is the day for the Legion Christmas din- ner and dance. The dinner, for $7.50, begins at 7 p.m. and the dance, at $5.00 per person, begins at 9 p.m. The turkey shoot begins at 5 p.m. sharp, on Friday, December 12. There is an executive meeting on December 15, at 8 p.m. and Dec. 19 marks the draw for the Christmas Stocking, at 7 p.m. Tickets for the sock are still on sale at the Legion and the Barefoot . Pedlar. Give the Gift of Light this Christmas 44•40 94 49 �a t�yy O� ♦off 7,,tl QUOIZtt w 20% off Crystal Lamps 5Off Accent Lamp reg. 89.95 sale $5995 Our Quoizel bathroom strips are in the spotlight this season {•-- Swing arms as low as 79.95 QUOL1tL Lighting up to 50 0off ENTIRE STOCK REDUCED Floor lamps, ceiling fixtures, fans, wall lights, table lamps, swags, mirrors, pictures, outdoor fixtures, track lighting till Christmas Hofson Lighting & China Hwy. 21 1 mile north of Grand Bend 23:-:_�fa cessful Sandcastle Day; to Jerry Sanders Jr., and his committee for the annual Burgerfest revenue, and to past -president Gene Grenier who in- itiated most of the chamber's fund- raisers. Director Terry Crabe present Kurtz with a going -away gift. He is leaving the Bank of Montreal in Grand Bend to take up a position in Toronto. Marge Crow also presented a gift to chamber secretary Betty Datars for her excellent three years of service to the chamber. Director Dave Sheppard spoke briefly on the upcoming Winter Car- nival, thanking everyone and the Village of GB for their $1000.00 dona- tion. Councillor Bruce Woodley brought greetings from the village and presented the village pin to Mr. Roy Campbell. The annual meeting ended with the president's comments. Sharen was extremely happy at the large turnout, some from as far away as Toronto, Guelph, London and area. He stress- ed the dynamic changes taking place in the village and thanked all the ex- ecutive for their service and all the b_st for a greater 1987 inGrand Bend. Catholic News -Pastor Father Robert Morrissey was celebrant at all masses on this weekend, marking the First Sunday of Advent. Members of the parish assisted him in lighting the first can- dle of the advent wreath, to begin the service. Denise Duchou was the reader, Lydia Duchou was cantor. Organist Paul Dietrich accompanied the choir in their special numbers, "People Look East," and "He's Everything to Me". In his sermon, Father Morrissey discussed the proper view toward eternal salvation. People are mainly concerned with their own personal salvation, yet Jesus taught the Apostles to feed the hungry, clothe the poor and tend the sick, keeping religion involved amidst life, while never allowing them to forget eterni- ty. Get ready and stay awake, for we do not know the hour, in fact, we seldom consider eternity at all. Jesus teaches us that life does not end with death, to change our attitude toward the things of this world, we must develop a more loving relationship with the peoplein our lives and live every day witeternity in view. Congratulations to Kevin Henry Baltessen, the infant son of Lambert and Nelly (Caris) Baltessen, and to Mark Joseph Kelders, the son of Joseph and Marlene (Vermunt) Kelders, who were both received in- to the Catholic community this past week by the sacrament of baptism. John and Ann Grootjens would like to thankIli of their family and friends, who helped to make their wedding an- niversary such a special, memorable day. Attention Cor kids: There will be an Encor on December 7 at 2 p.m. at St. Marys' in the Holy Name of Mary School. This will give you a chance to meet your new leader, Father Ray Penaud. Church of God Sunday school opened the services at the Church of God each of the last two Sundays, followed by the morn- ing worship at 11 a.m. On November 23, George Winegarden presided, with Phyllis Desjardine at the piano. Morley Des- jardine accompanied his wife Millie at both morning and evening services in their special numbers, "That Touch of God" and "Someone Who Cares". Pastor Stan Desjardine spoke in the morning about how "We Must Not Give Up" based on I Timothy 1:1-6. In the evening he spoke about God's abounding grace in Jesus, bas- ed upon Romans 5:12-21. On Sunday, November 30 Pastor Simpson was with the congregation. In the morning his theme was "Who Is the Holy Spirit?" from various related scriptures. In the evening his topic was "The Death of a Man", with scriptures from Genesis. Keith Horner presided in the morning and Michael Vincent in the evening with Michelle Vincent at the piano, as she and Michael sang a duet. Mrs. Lucille Vincent and Mrs. Deanna MacGregor, assisted by four other ladies, introduced the Christ's Birthday offering mission program to the church family. Sympathy of the entire congrega- tion is extended to Mr. McNab and to the Bumstead family, in the death of Mrs. McNab. Bible Class Nita Sinclair opened the Bible Study with prayer last Tuesday mor- ning at Sauble Court, followed by a hymn sing. In continuing their study of "A Wise Heart" they considered Psalms 19:7-11, noting the reliability of God's Word and what it does for gnummI nnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnn cud s F. Restaurant APPRECIATION DAY i Buddy's would' like to show 3 g • their appreciation for the peo- ple who have supported Ray's 3Gulf and made it possible to form Buddy's Family 3 Restaurant. We sinerecly hope 1 that you will continue your 1 patronage at Buddy's. To show B our appreciation their will be free coffee and pastries on Sat., Dec. 6 (11 5 p.m. e Look forward to our Grand i Opening in the new year. Best E wishes in the holiday season E E from everyone at Buddy's. .luullllulluullluulllllllllllluulllllllllllllllllllrt people. It warns of the duty we are to do, and the dangers we are to avoid. The book of Proverbs is a great help in our efforts to gain Wisdom; in Matthew 7:24-27, Jesus warns of the danger of r not making sure our faith is truly built on a firm foundation. Jesus Hirr.self is the Rock upon which we should build. The lesson was led by Vera Brown, who gave the closing prayer, remembering the sick and shut-ins. GUEST SPEAKER — The guest speaker at the annual chamber of com- merce.meeting for Grand Bend & Area was Roy Campbell, right, who is the president of the C/C in Windsor and Hiram -Walker in Wind- sor. Greeting Campbell is Grand Bend C/C president Bob Sharen, left, and chamber manager Barb Kurtz who will be leaving this area upon moving to Toronto. RECEIVE GIFTS — Treasurer of the Grand Bend and Area Chamber of Commerce, Gerry Kurtz, left, and secretary Betty Datars, second from left were presented with special gifts at the annual meeting, Tuesday. Kurtz and Datars will be leaving the chamber to pursue other careers. I would like to express my sincere thanks to all my customers for their patronage over the past eighteen years. 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