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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1988-02-03, Page 11TRAFFIC DIVERSION - Hensall's King Street got a temporary traffic median on Thursday morning when an ar- ticulated truck broke apart in the middle of the road. The truck had just left the Thompson elevator on its way to Toronto with a load of soybeans. Damage was minimal, but driver Larry Feeney said "It sure gave them a scare in the bank when she dropped." Scouts Two young men, Jeff Clarke and Scott Murray were invested last week into Hensall Rovers by Dis- trict Commissioner Janet Cameron. On Tuesday, January 12, the Scouts and their leaders were in Ex- eter to tour the Nabisco canning fac- tory. Showing them through the fa- cilities was Ron Hartman. This Thursday the Cubs will be going to the O.P.P. station in Exet- er where they will learn about law enforcement. Upcoming events include a Par- ent -Youth Banquet, February 23 at the United Church, Scout Sunday - February 14, District Kub Kar Ral- ly - February 20 at Ailsa Craig. Presbyterian Church Rcv. Bob Bisset of Goderich pre- sided in the pulpit at Cannel Church in Hensall on Sunday Janu- ary 31. His sermon topic was "Daylight and Eventide". Mrs. Bob Bisset accompanied the hymns on the organ. For the next few months Rev. Charles Henderson from Exeter will preach on the first and third Sundays in the month and Rcv. Bob Bisset Euchre party held in Varna By Joan Beierling There were eight tables in play at the Varna Orange Lodge card party held at the Stanley Complex Fri- day night. Ladieshigh was won by Mrs. Warren Whitmore and Ruth Johnson got the prize for la- dies' low. Scotty Wilson won the men's high, and men's low went to Ross McDonald. Draw prizes were won by Eliza- beth Medd, Ernie Crich, Dennis Roy and Walter Pepper. The next party will be held Feb- ruary 12 at the Stanley Complex at 8:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Personals Congratulations to proud grand- parents Bill and Joyce Dowson on the birth of third grandson Justin Jonathon, born to daughter and son-in-law Bonnie and Pat Groot --of Zurich -on Tuesday, January 26. - Barry Cleave and friend spent the weekend in Toronto with friends and relatives, and tourcd the Science Centre. Varna UCW ladies meet Thurs- day February 4 at 8:00 p.m. at thc home of Ruby Hill. tour factory from Goderich will preach on the second and fourth Sundays, Services will commence at 10 a.m. A peace - filled welcome is extended to mem- bers and visitors who wish to attend the Sunday services. The annual meeting was held on Wednesday January 27 with the in- terim moderator, Rev. Rick Horst from St. Marys, in charge. Helen Thiel acted as secretary. Clarence Volland announced his resignation as treasurer of the church after a term of 27 years. He- len Thiel is to be the new church treasurer. All other offices were to remain the same. Personals Mr. and Mrs. Campbell Eyre cele- brated their 55th wedding anniver- sary recently in St. Thomas with their family. Hensa!! Susan Hartman 262-2449 Times -Advocate, February 3, 1988 Page 11 Agricultural Society plans bigger, better fair for '88 The Hensall South Huron Agri- cultural Society Meeting and Pot- luck supper was held on Monday, January 25 in the arena. With 32members -in -attendance; President Bevin Kinsman welcomed , the guests; Dolores Shapton, OAAS Homecraft president; Sylvia Knechtel, District 8 Homecraft Rep- resentative; Roy Pepper, District 8 Director; Hensall Reeve Jim Robin- son and Huron County Warden Bob Bell. This year the fair will be held on June 10 and 11 with livestock ex- hibits, Western Horse Show, Appa- loosa Horse Show, Midway, Queen of the Fair Contest and other special events. The Homecraft Division under the leadership of president Helen Toon- stra and secretary Marlene Bell is planning a yard sale and bake sale during the community yard sale in May. All donations are welcome. The homecraft prize list is now available from various merchants, Hensall Library, and any Fair Board Committee member. The 1987 Hensall Fair was very successful both financially and at- tendance -wise. The Fair Board .is planning an even bigger and better fair for this year. Don't forget - June 10 and 11. United Church Greeting worshippers at Hensall United Church on Sunday was Mona Alderdice. Ushers were Bill Scotchmer, Lloyd Ferguson, Randy Parker and Charles Doxtator. With the absence of Rev. Wright, Mr. George Cowan told the children the familiar stories of- Old Mother Goose and Little Jack Horner, but in a biblical setting. Mr. Cowan's sermon was "If Je- sus were Here", followed by a solo "He Touched Me" by Mr.'Cowan. A sincere welcome and thank you to Mr. George Cowan for leading the worship. Mr. Ken Van Allen will conduct the services on Febru- SHOPPING SPREE Patti Hovis of Hensall (right) won a $400 shop- ping spree at Solway's Food Market in Hensall sponsored by Frito Lay. Here she is seen with not only her groceries, but also with her daughter Mi- chelle and Mike Solway. Conductingcrusade in Exeter At the invitation of 16 local and The outstanding challenge 01 an district churches, Crusade Evangel- active evangelistic association to ism International will conduct a do evangelism in Canada by Cana - Crusade for Christ in Exeter at the dian personnel was officially inau- South Huron District High School guratcd in the city of Toronto, On - auditorium from February 28 to tario in August 1960. An March 6 at 7:45 p.m. Monday administrative Board of Christian through Friday and 7 p.m. Salta- businessmen and pastors to assist day and Sunday. in guiding the affairs of the Associ- ation was formed. A cross-section Crusade Evangelism internation- al did not come into being over- of denominations is represented on night. An cxtcnsivc survey of the Board of Directors and staff. evangelism in thc Dominion of Crusade Evangelism International Canada revealed that little was be- is a specialized attempt to reach out ing done in a concerted way to for Christ and the Church through reach Canada for Christ and the evangelistic crusades. This is ac - Church. An aggressive young Ca- complished through the united ef- nadian preacher, Barry Moore, con forts of pastors and people from stilted many leading pastors and churches in any given arca to reach businessmen regarding this need in the greatest number of unchurched Canada with the Gospel. Preparation for such a crusade is extensive regardless of whether the invitation comes from a rural arca, small town, or Targe city. It is the conviction of Crusade Evangelism that thorough foundational work in- volving local organization, prayer, and promotion must precede each crusade. As a service to the host arca which extends the invitation, a Crusade Director from C.E.1. visits the locality frequently in advance of the crusade dates. Since 1960, over 500 crusades have been conducted by Barry Moore and Associates. Crusades in North America, Mexico, the Ca- ribbean, Ireland, Italy, South Africa, India, Sri Lanka, Korea, Japan and the Philippines have gained Crusade Evangelism an international reputa- i,n SERVICE AWARD - John Kinsman was on hand to accept from HSHAS president Bevin Kinsman a meritorious service award on behalf of Robert and Francis Kinsman. Queensway ews Hello! Welcome to Queensway News. Tuesday morning residents loos- ened up at Fun and Fitness in the Activity Room. In the afternoon we welcomed Reverend Alles as he led our worship service. Wednesday afternoon several resi- dents bowled in Zurich with Iva Reid. We really enjoy this monthly outing. In the evening we were treated to a special program by the Pioneer Children's group of the Ex- eter Pentecostal church. Residents were also pleased to be presented with a large banner made by the children. Thursday Residents Council .rnet and this was followed by our monthly birthday party. Joyce Pep- per entertained by playing many re- quests at the piano. Birthday greet- ings to Mary Parlmer, Ada Ball, and David Watson. Our Thursday even- ing movie feature was "Pride and Prejudice". Friday was an exciting day for us as we featured England at our Inter- national Day. We had lots of fasci- nating memorabilia to browse through loaned by Irene Davis and Elva Forrest. Irene Davis presented a very interesting slide presentation on several locations and attractions in England. She ended her presenta- tion by focusing on Hensall, Eng- land. Afterwards we dined on toasted English muffins loaded with black current jam and of course lots of tea. It was a super afternoon. XECUTiVE - The new executive and directors or the 1989 ensal •out •uron gncu ura • :ty In- cludes secretary treasurer Judith Parker (front left), home crafts president Helen Toornstra, and director Sandra Turner. From back left are directors Bill Kerslake and Harold Parsons, president Bevin Kinsman, 2nd vice- president Ross Corbett, 1st vice-president Donald Dearing, and directors Cecil Pepper, John Baker, and Jack Kinsman. Absent are Stewart Brown, Les Coleman, Marlene Bell, Uwe Wisch and Dave Turner. ary 7 and Sharon Wurm will lead the worship on February 14. Rev. Douglas Wright will be back in the office on F_ ebruary 18. Three links The Three Links Senior Citizens held a successful Euchre Party on Tuesday, January 26, with ten tables at play. Prize winners were Ladies high Babe McGregor; ladies low, Vera Ross; Gent's high, George Dowson; Gent's low, Doug Westlake; lone hands, Pearl Taylor. Winners in the draw were Doris Westlake, Ross Richardson, Mabel McKnight, Vera Ross, Eileen West- lake, Beatrice Richardson and Pearl Taylor. The next Euchre party will be held on February 23 at 8 p.m. at the I.O.O.F . hall. The cost is $1.50. Ladies please bring lunch. Shuffleboard Due to a seniors meeting being held next Tuesday, February 9, shuffling will be held on Monday February 8 at 1:30 p.m. Scores for Tuesday, January 26 were: Ladies five game winners - Enma Campbell 287, Gertie Moir 284. Four game winners Pearl McKnight 275, Lorna Spencer 192. Men's five game winners - John Pepper 292, Percy Campbell 267. Four game winners - Walter Knowles 260, Alf Ross 240. Saturday morning Coby and Ir- vine Amoraal and their two little daughters from Clinton joined us. Coby and Irvine sang several of their own special compositions as well as many folk and gospel fa- vourites. We all thoroughly enjoyed_ them. February's corning events that residents arc anticipating arc Febru- ary 14. a Valentine celebration with Alfred Ropp's Orchestra from 2-4 p.m. and on February 26, Interna- tional Day featuring France. Hensall Arena Events Wed. Feb. 3 2 30-330 p rn Monis and Tots 15 p•m Zuncr vs Novice Clinton vs PeeWee Thurs. Feb. 4 30 p m Ringe•tt,• 7 00 p ni . Kinsmen Ree Hockey Tournament Fri. Feb. 5 4 15.p m Hensall Figure Skating 7 30 p m Kinsmen zit c Tourna- rnnnt Sat. Feb. 6 No public skating 8 00 a m Kinsmen Rec T'>i,rri,a nie•nt Sun. Feb..7 No public skating 8 00 a m Kinsmen Rest Tourna inent 7 00 p m Roc HockeN, Mon. Feb. 8 15 p m Hockey Tues. 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