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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1989-05-10, Page 32Page 32 Times -Advocate, May 10, 1989 New members - Pat Hann (left), Linda Wuerth, Lois Wallis and Jane MacLean have joined Xi Gamma Nu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Tle - Two members of Xi Gamma Nu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi So- rority tied for the honour of being chosen "Woman of the Year". Last year's winner, Janice Brock, prepares to crown Liz Taylor (front left) and Joy Darling. Ship ka by Annie Morenz SHIPKA - About 25 neighbours, relatives and friends gathered at Shipka Community Centre, last Tuesday evening to honour Gail Clarke, bride -elect of mid-May, with a miscellaneous shower. In charge of the social times games were Cecile Muller and Ann Russell. Scrambled soaps game won by Gail Clarke, clothes pin game by Mabel Fraser and a scaven- ger hunt for purse articles won by Dorothy Fenner. An address was read to Gail by Ann Russell. Gail was assisted in opening gifts by her two sisters, Brenda and Heather, and she thanked. everyone for the lovely gifts. The town group was in charge of lunch refreshments. Personals'` Ken and Ortha Baker recently at- tended a birthday party for Ortha's mother, Mrs. Emma Schilbe, of Zurich, for her 84th birthday. All of Mrs. Schilbe's nine children with wives and husbands attended a birth- day supper at the home of one daughter, Marg and Bob Reid, of Varna area. They enjoyed a social evening of visiting and games. Evelyn and Clyde Nicholson, of Courtright, were overnight guests last Friday, at her sister's, Dorothy and Lome Fenner. A drop-in visitor on Sunday with Hugh and me was my brother, Bill Coleman, of Kippen. Congratulations to. Karen Guenther and Jamie Green, who were married Saturday afternoon at Crediton United Church. Karen's at- tendants were her friend Ellen Wright, and cousins Julie Moore and Angela Nicholson. A dinner and reception with pro- gram and dance followed at Dash- wood Community Centre. Gteen- way United Church ladies catered for the wedding meal. Following the Friday night re- hearsal, a group of about 25 were hosted by Karen's aunt and uncle, Lorne and Dorothy Fenner at their home for lunch and refreshments. Sympathy is expressed to Mrs. Anna Heckman and Doreen, of Dashwood, formerly this arca, in the recent death of Anna's brother, William Stephen. Hint for Mother's Day. If you have no mother or mother-in-law living, you may enjoy sending a Mother's. Day card or gift to some woman who has shown you moth- erly kindness; to one who has no daughter of her own; or to some mother of a large family. "Happy Mother's Day" wishes to all you moms and grandmas who read my column. Usborne Central- School Usborne Central School is hav- ing a dancc to celebrate its 15th An- niversary at the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre on Junc 16. it will go from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. There is going to be a D.J., a donation box, a cash bar and snacks will be available. Thc students' council will be selling "Graduate Pins" for $5 at the door. Come and renew acquaintances, talk over old times or just to celebrate "25 years together." Sara Bradford L9.. • 1 (sswernu ent.'Week . "iillt, veiled to the A.B.C.A. hall meeting Mf „ township h..rlLlhc discussion was about severing land and reclassifying it. Mrs. Dawson spoke about the cost of education and Mrs. Dougall presented some of her research on Usborne's history book. Our students' council received a cheque for $150. Some of ourGrade 7 students and Mr. Brooks designed and made some signs for the Kirk - ton Dump. I really enjoyed the outing and will be attending the county council meeting in July, as a page. Jon Passmore Ottawa On May 31 Usborne's Grade 8 students will be heading to Ottawa. We started fund-raising at the begin- ning of the school year and have al - i' ready paid for our trip. We will be visiting Laurier House Parliament Hill, the Museum of Civilization and National Sciences, Old Fort Henry, the National Gallery of Can- ada, Upper Canada Village and en- joying a relaxing cruise on the Ot- tawa River. We arc all really • looking forward to this trip. Tara thinking Track and Field We have all the teams organized 4 for our track and field meet on May 29. Some of the events include: High Jump, Triple Jump, the Dash and the ShotPut. Once again pop and popsicles will be on sale. Some of .our 'athletes will go on to com- pete in Exeter on June 8. Any par- ents who would be willing to help on May 29 should please call Mr. Beattie at the school. Here's hoping we survive the track meet so that we can enjoy the Ottawa trip. Craig Hcrn Capsule We are digging up the time cap- sule in this our 25th year. The con- tents will be put on display during our Anniversary get-together Junc. 16 and 17 • capsule we are preparing to repre- sent the classes of 1989. Mark Lynn Let's celebrate • On Juno 17, U.C.S: is holding a 25th anniversary get-together for all former graduates. There will be a variety show with rap songs, a fashion show, skits and songs. Old pictures and mementos will be on display. The '89 graduating class (we hope) will challenge the "old timers" to some physical sport such as volleyball or basketball. We agree to run on our knees and use blindfolds (maybe). Preschool scare will be available and there will be refreshments on salt. Come and enjoy the fun. Scott Finlayson Advertising Thc grade 7/8 class has designed various posters advertising thc 25th anniversary activities. We have dis- tributed them to merchants throughout Usborne township. We would like to thank the mer- chants for helping us. Your contri- bution is much appreciated. Christine Passmore New executive - The new executive of Xi Gamma Nu was formally installed at a recent meeting of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority chap- ter. Shown are (left)- treasurer Linda Wuerth, president Ann Bayn- ham, secretary Jane MacLean, and council rep Joy Darling. Miss- ing: v/p Barb Poole. Varna seniors meet By Joan Beierling VARNA - Members of the Stan Lee Club met at the Varna Com- plex on May 2, with an attendance of 29. It was great to welcome a number of members back from Florida. President Anna Keys opened the meeting with a reading. Senior games will be held June 26 and 27, registration will be in Exeter before May 29. Jean McEwen and Grace McClinchey will represent the club in the euchre tournament. Bill McAsh and Bob Peck will partici- pate in shuffleboard. A banquet will be held after the games on June 27 in Exeter. Jean McEwen gave some infor- mation about Fitness Week, May 26 - June 4. She invited members to her home for a walk on May 26 with a wiener roast to follow. Jean also requested that members report miles they have walked after Junc 4. She will send reports to those in charge. Margaret Elliot gave a report of the Seniors Rally held in Seaforth on April 14. Treasurer Bob Peck gave his report. It was decided that the next meet- ing would be held on June 6 at 8 p.m. at Slomen Car in Clinton. Share the wealth was won by Bob Reid. Following the business eve- ryone enjoyed playing euchre, prize winners were Bea Dalrymple, Bob Stirling, Audrey Remington and Charles Reid. A delicious lunch brought the meeting to a close. Music students The following students of Marjo- rie Hayter received results from the Royal Conservatory of Music: Grade 6 Piano: Sandra Stcckle, Krista McAsh - pass; Grade 5 - Robert Linden - hounours; Grade 2 - Angela Faber - 1st Class Hon- ours, Kerri Barraclough, Erin Keys - honours. Mark Cooper, Leanne Lavis, Hayley Linfield, Heather McMillin, Dana Dalton, Dana Cooper, Janine Hayter, Carly Price, Susan McLachlan played at the Kiwanas Festival in London. Janine and Car- ly placed third in their respective. classes. Congrattalatiairctt f" se students! Many thanks to Blaine Stephen- son and his committee who orga- nized the minor haseball..A lot of time and work is spent on registra- non and many hours -tire spent -err----- the phone trying to find ball coach- es. a child. Varna Orange Lodge card party will be held Friday May 12 at 8 p.m. at the Stanley Complex. La- dies please bring lunch and every- one is welcome! Sunday May 7 the Varna United Church Service was- held at 10 a.m. with a full house. Following the Children's song, Clerk of the Session, Charles Reid presented Robin Willa Taylor daughter of Don and Lorraine Tay- lor for the Sacrament of Baptism. Following the Act of Baptism by Rev. Sam Parker the Varna Singers sang two beautiful songs. Deb Rathwell and Bill Taylor presented symbolic floral gifts to Don and Lorraine. Rev. Sam Parker announced that the Vication Bible .School meeting will beheld at Brucefield United Church Wednesday, May 10 at 8 p.m. Varna Youth group meets Thursday May 11 at 7:30 at thc Varna Church. Don and Lorraine and Kim Tay- lor hosted a family gathering on Sunday with members of both Don and Lorrainc's families attending in honour of .their infant daughter Robin Willa. There were 25 in all there. Tragic spill One student's reaction -to the effects of the Valdez oil spill • Shari Morley Grade 11, S.H.1).H.S. 'EXETER - Toxic, destructive and menacing, the slick continues to disperse throughout the Prince William Sound waters endangering thousands of mammals lives. in- stantly, 38 million litres of insolu- ble crude oil seeped out of the disa- bled tanker. Benzine, one cpmftonent of the oil, reduces the chances of the sur- vival of marine life. Presently, there is a criminal investigation into the -spill but meanwhile the oil is quickly approaching the Kenai Fjords National Park where defense- less animals reside. The most abundant marine mam- rti.iu s^ihic sea otter which is also the most vulnerable to the oil he - cause thcy rely on their fur for buoyancy and insulation from the extreme cold. As a consequence of their oil-soakctl fur, the otters will OW from hypothermia and, at length, death. - In addition, other families includ- ing seals, whales and black -tailed deer arc .also in danger of ingesting the deadly -compound-and-os-a•result - dying. In the meantime, this threatening mass of crude diffuses through the chilly waters dramatically increas- ing the number of oil infected ani- mals. The Stanley Township Rec Committee reports they now hove' the popular swimming program or- ganized so do mark your calendars for the week of July 10-14 and July 17-21. Please register your child with Deb Rathwell or Sandy Johnston by June 24. Cost is S30 DIRT CHEAP • BALLET • — ALUMINUM VENETIAN BLINDS — FROM $29Ps" x 36") To $119II 99" x 64") ROCK BOTTOM PRICES — FABRIC VERTICAL BLINDS — Standard Sties • FROM$441?(36" x 46") To BLINDS BLINDS BLINDS SINCE 1977 SHOWROOMS 1114 LONDON. STONEY CREEK BRANTFORD. KITCHENER. GUELPH, CAMBRIDGE. HAMILTON, BURLINGTON $207.0(144" x 94") PLUS VALANCES FOR FREE SHOP AT.HOME SERVICE CALL OUR HURON COUNTY DEALER MR. SILL DON 482-5980 Grantor, by Muriel -Lewis GRANTON - Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Wallis attended a surprise birthday party at the home of Bren- da Wallis of London on Sunday, April 30. Celebrating birthdays were Mrs. Wayne Wallis, Sarnia, Mrs. Don McLennan, London and Mrs. Emerson Wallis, Granton. A barbecue was enjoyed and there were three birthday cakes. Other guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Don Wallis and family, Kirkton, Wayne Wallis, Sarnia, Edna Wallis, Gran- ton, Don McLennan, Diana McLen- nan, Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Day and Nicole, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cheryl and family and John McLennan, all of London. - John Herbert of Waterloo was home for the weekend and attended the 40th anniversary reunion at Medway High School. Volunteer canvassers in Granton for the Cancer Society this year were Hazel Anderson, Juanita West - man, Rilla Bakker and Audrey Westman. Several Granton ladies attended the Kirkton Horticultural meeting at the community centre on Tues- day evening, May 2. Special pro- gram was a travelogue on Germany by Elaine Pym of Guelph. A number of local people enjoyed the Stratford -on -Avon Shrine Club annual Chicken barbecue. held ;,t the St. Marys Community Cen on Saturday evening, May 6. Harold Talbot had a successful sale on Saturday afternoon after having taken up residence in Lucan. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Hodgins held a pre Mother's Day family gather- ing on Sunday._ The 4-H Achievement program for the working with wool project. was held on Saturday, May 6 at Prince Andrew School and was well attended by members, parents, friends and sponsors. Barbara Mor- row -Batten, formerly of Granton, was the guest speaker on the topic Wool from Fleece to Yarn. At the St. Thomas' Anglican Church on Sunday, May 7, the - Rev. Beverley Wheeler led the com- munion service and spoke about Christians as individuals. They must be one in Christ to do His work on earth, the minister noted. The lessons were read by Scott Hodgins and Rev. Wheeler. A time of fellowship followed the service. The Youth Group met at the rec- tory in Kirkton on Sunday after- noon to watch some videos. A.C.W. The Si Thomas' A.C.W. enter- tained all the women of the church at a smorgasbord dinner on Thurs- day evening, May 4. The program included a video on the art of stained glass windows, shown by Irene Roloson; a presentation on the church hangings by Muriel Le- wis, Olive P. Hodgins and Velma Hodgins; and a demonstration on the many ways of tying scarves by Lori O'Keefe•and Eleanor Dawson from Marty's Ladies Shop in St. Marys. At the Granton United Church on Sunday, the Rev. Bruce Pierce's ser- mon was about the satisfaction of - God's people. The lessons were. from Joel 2 and Matthew 24. Gin- ger McColl was the bulletin stew- ard. The Granton U.C.W. members were busy on Saturday catering for the Cook wedding dinner at the Lu - can Community Centre. U.C.W. Unit one met on Thursday after- noon, May 4 at the home of l ileen Forrest. The hymn "I am so glad" was sung and president Doreen McRobert read the meditations which was a letter to God and the answer. During the business, a speaker for the next quarterly meeting was discussed and further plans made for the fun night later in May. Mrs. Forrest gave a presentation about the women around Jesus, in keeping with Mother's Day, which was interspersed with bible readings by theother members. During the social time which fol- lowed, the hostess served lunch. Unit three met at April Bryan's home on Tuesday evening, May 2. President Margaret Bryan opened the meeting and led the business. Marguerite Garrett and Helen Bur- nett presented the program which took the form of a skit with a Mother's Day theme. Lunch was served by Margaret Bryan and the hostess. Unit four met at Florence Rid dell's home on Wednesday evening, May 3. Leader Marilyn Humphrey presided and reflected on the theme from Acts 26, verse 14 that it is more blessed to give than to re- ceive. She closed with a poem enti- tled Precious Things and prayer. Af- ter the business period, Nora Wissel read "Make My Day" from the man- date. Discussion and prayer fol- lowed, after which the hostess served lunch. 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