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Times Advocate, 1994-04-13, Page 6Page 6 Times -Advocate, April 13, 1994 FAMJIY Stanley Recreation Committee volunteers were serving up hot dogs for participants in Sun- day's Canoe Rally at the third concession starting point. From left are Jack Dunn, Elaine Dunn, and Sandra Turner. Behind is Bruce Horton. Total Chaos was not only the name of this raft entered in the canoe rally, but some thought it described its demeanor as well. Here the crew from Clinton actually pass the amphibious ve- hicle with Rob Armstrong in it that is supposed to be towing them down the river. Stanley canoe rally draws 128 entries By Joan Beierling VARNA - Stanley Township Rec Committee spdnsored their annual Canoe Poker Rally `once again on Sunday with 128 canoes participat- ing in this big event. Poker hands were won by: Chris Peck, first; Dennis Mount, second; and third went to Bob Carnohan. The Rec Committee would like to thank Dennis Hallam at the Trading Post for the use of his trailer, the Cheese Nook for the use of their sign. A big thanks to the Brucefield Fire Department for all their help and to George Keys for the use of his land. Staffa news Achievement night this Over 60 businesses and organiza- tions contributed prizes, which were nuict, appreciated by the win- ners and btganizers. This event is getting bigger and better each year with more canoes and canoeists participating. There were over 200 poker hands sold also. Everyone is looking forward to the 10th annual rally in 1995. UCW The Varna U.C.W. meeting held last week was opened with Presi- dent Joyce Dowson with prayer. Joyce thanked those who helped at the luncheon last week. Deb Rath - well reported on the Children's Workshop held in Goderich on March 28. A photograph and thank you let- ter were received from both Varna and Goshen's sponsored child, Christine Grierson, at Dr. Grahams Homes in Kalimpong, India. Also a letter came from Dr. Grahams Homes in general. . A few women will 'oe attending the Thankoffering in Kippen on Tuesday evening. Marjorie Stirling and Mary Ostron were in charge of the program and devotion with the theme being Easter. Next meeting will be May 5 at 8:30 p.m. By Roberta Templeman STAFFA - The fifth meeting of the Staffa #1 "Bat- ter Up" 4-H club was held on April 8 at Hibbert United church. The topic was cakes and pies. The group answered the roll call and the leaders surprised the group with a pop quiz. Carrah Templeman taught the group how to judge muffins. At the end of the meeting everyone had a piece of pie and muffin that the leaders had prepared for them. The meeting was adjourned. The club's achievement night will be held at the Hibbert United Church on April 14. The second meeting of the club was held on March 16. The club spent most of the meeting in the kitchen iutetW hursday baking. They made cheddar cheese loaf, blueberry muffins, brownies and chocolate chip cookies. They were all very good. The group then played a baking game of jeopardy. Leader Freda Kerslake adjourned the meeting The first meeting of the Staffa #1 `Batter Up" 4-H club was held March 7. The club began with the elec- tion of the executive which was: president Anne Ker- slake; secretaries Jan McCaughey and Dana Worden; treasurer Nevin Dow; press reporters Matt Feeney.+: and Jeff Allen. The leaders Doris Jeffery and Freda Kerslake, then displayed different utensils used in baking and the members each described and talked about them. by /Tea °AUK!Mtom= ark Coulthard ard WHY AERATE YOUR LAWN? Aeration is beneficial for your lawn in a number of ways? Aeration will overcome a compacted soil. Compacted soils make it difficult for roots to grow, limiting the movement of air, moisture and fertilizer through the soil. It can also reduce your water requirements by relieving soil com- paction. Water penetration is increased and water run-off is reduced. If your lawn has a thick layer of thatch, aeration will push through that layer and improve air, water and nutrient penetration. This will enhance the development of a deep root system. A deeply rooted lawn will be healthier and better able to withstand drought, disease and insect stress. This process should be considered spring and fall. Next Week: Overseeding See this space each week for a valuable Weed Man Turf Tip. voifialsitate OODERICH 524-2424 WE CARE FOR YOUR LAWN Proprietors Christine & Mark Coutthard TOLL-FREE 1-800487-0342 `Mother's Day' bake sale planned By Cannel Sweeney ZURICH - Once again the 'Sea - forth Harmony Kings' put on a ter- rific show at the Seaforth Commu- nity Centre last Saturday with a full house at both of their two perfor- mances. This being their 12th annual 'Bar- bershop Show' was called "there's nothin' to Go On" was just so fun- ny and kept everyone laughing. Besides the great singing by both the men and ladies (Harmony Hi- Lites), with guest singers 'The Max' quartet were all just awe- some! It was especially nice seeing some local people in the show, those being Cathy Shantz, Don Gingerich and Bill Gibson. Correction Be sure to watch Bro. Bob Mittle- holtz on T.V. this Wednesday night (April 13) at 7:30 p.m. on 'Man Alive'. Bus trip The Mount Carmel CWL are sponsoring a bus trip to the Geritol Follies in Hamilton on June 14 for the 2 p.m. matinee. If interested in going and want more information, phone Mary Glavin at 234-6417. Personals The family of Jim and Veronica Bedard and grandchildren enjoyed their Easter dinner together on Sun- day at the Dominion Tavern in Zu- rich. The family of Bill Masse, chil- dren, spouses and grandchildren celebrated the occasion of two 'first communions' on Sunday at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church with dinner held at the Dominion Tavern in Zurich. Jerry and Ruth Zehr and children along with her mother, Annie Ziel- man of RR2 Dashwood spent the Easter weekend in Leamington with their relatives. The family of George and Maria Mathonia were all home for the Easter holidays from such places as Ottawa, Toronto, London, Hensall and Zurich. Congratulations to Keith and Margaret Westlake on the occasion UCW meet EXETER - The evening unit of xeter United Church women met in the ladies parlour April 4 amid daffodils, tulips, hydrangea and pussy willows. Audrey MacGregor welcomed a large crowd and introduced Bob and Ada Dinney who showed slides of their recent trip to the Holy Land. The pictures were in- terspersed with excerpts from the Bible relating to the Easter story. Taking part were Mavis Atthill, Bev Prout, Olive Parsons and Do- lores Shapton. Audrey thanked Bob and Ada and devotions closed with the hymns "There is a Green Hill far Away" and "Jesus is Risen Today". Unit leader, Norma, opened the business with an Easter poem. Fol- lowing the roll call, the minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted and Gladys Talbot gave the treasurer's report. Helen Coates reminded everyone of the London Conference ladies meeting in Stratford April 11 and Westmin- ster weekend May 27-29. Plans for the smorgasbord, May 5 were fi- nalized and Barb Sharpe encour- aged everyone to sell tickets. The next meeting will be May 9 with Jim and Dorothy Chapman speak- ing on "Sleeping Children Around the World." Capsule Comments with Ernie Miatello Young women who eat less fat and more grains can lower their risk of breast cancer later in life. This type of diet works best If used during early puberty when breast growth and development are more ac- tive. ASA, (or Acetylsalicyclic Acid) often causes stomach upset and bleeding. A new form Is currently being researched that puts the ASA In a ;ghin Data It is used as an anti -clotting agent and seems to.work as well as the oral form. Not on the market yet. Speaking of the "patch", not all drugs can be administered In this man- ner. Some drug molecules are simply too Targe to penetrate the skin; some ere too water soluble (fat-soluble drugs penetrate best). So we will still be swallowing tablets and capsules for a while yet. Pharmaceutical Dictionary: "Enteric Coating" a coating put on tablets to help them remain Intact while still In the stomach to lessen stomach up. set. They break down In the small Intestine where the medication is ab- sorbed. These coated tablets snould be swallowed whole. Medicine -cabinet cleanout Is a great activity in the spring. Sometime we forget the ointment tubes. Check for their expiry date on the crimp at the bottom of the tube. If In doubt about what to throW away, call on us for advise. F- Irnn ApothecAry 'Your Health Care Pharmacy" PHONE 235 1982 l ll) ',1AIN ST F )(ITER. ONT. of their 55th wedding anniversary on April 8. The family of John and Bridget Groot got together on Easter Sun- day at their parents' home for a lovely dinner and social time. Welcome back home to Curtis and Mary Gingerich and Neil and Gladys Gingerich from the sunny south. Curtis' spent the past five months in Arcadia Florida while Neils' spent one month in Sarasota. While there they attended the 40th anni- versary celebration of Leonard and Dorothy Bowman. Congratulations to Dean and Sandra Martin (nee Gill) who were married at the Zurich Mennonite Church on April 9. The groom is the son of Mahlon and Pearl -Ann Martin of Bayfield. George Suplet and Mary are of- fered congratulations as they were the lucky winners of the April draw from the Chamber's Trip of the Month which includes two top - priced tickets for a Toronto Blue Jays game at Skydome and over- night accommodation at the Holi- day Inn with breakfast. Also they will get Jays baseball caps. Ralph and Audrey Smith re- turned home on the weekend after spending the past two months in Arizona with friends from Bobcay- geon. Nice to see Dot Hess back home again after being away for the win- ter months down south. The next Mother's Time support group meeting is being held on Wednesday, April 13 at St. Boni- face Parish Hall beginning at 9:15 a.m. Guest speaker is 'Rini Erb on meal preparations (tips and time- savers). There will be a potluck lunch to follow. Ladies Auxiliary The Ladies Auxiliary held their annual meeting at the Rest Home on April 5 with a good attendance. Following a lovely musical pro- gram and lunch the president, Mary -Ellen Gingerich chaired the meeting. Plans were made for the upcom- ing 'Mother's Day Tea Bake Sale'. Craft tables and articles made by the residents will be on display at the home on Saturday, May 7. More volunteers are needed to help in the Tuck Shop from 1-4 p.m. If interested phone Laurene Corri- veau. Agriculture Society meets The Zurich Agriculture Society held their meeting at the township hall on April 7 with president Lloyd Otterbein and sec/treas. Marg Deichert. The Fair will be held on July 22- 24th with plans well underway. 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