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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1997-05-14, Page 10tA/III.Y Tires -Advocate, May 14,.1997 Page 7 Tree of'thanks The Upper Thames River "Conservation Authority celebrated its 50th anniversary by -plant- ing trees in each of the 26 municipalities within the watershed recently. .The tree is a token of thanks to the municipalities for their commitment and support towards improving the health of the environment. From left, Hugh Davis, Larry Hotson, Paul Wallis; Bob Morris,. Herman Steffens, Jim Shipley, Reeve, Earl French, Don Pearson from the Upper Thames Conservation Authority, Brad Glasman and Jim Barker pose around a Green Ash tree plant- ed lanted outside of the Biddulph Township municipal building. Thames Road holds final UCW meeting The group will com- :bine with Elimville U.C.W. next month. Rhoda Rohde Thames Road correspondent THAMES ROAD - The last meeting of the U.C.W. before Elim- ville and Thames Road join togeth- er was held on Monday evening in the church basement. The meeting table was: covered. with the U.C.W. cloth, candles and basket of. spring flowers. Lorraine Alexander wel- comed everyone and openedthe meeting' with a poem "Heart of 'Happiness". Pat Ballantyne read. scripture and Marg McCarter gave two reddirgs, "in Honor of Moth- er' and "Mom is Responsible". Alexander gave several readings on grandmothers and Kay Hodgert read "The Meaning of the Holy Spirit and the Faith of a Child." President Beatrice Dawson gave an opening thought for the business meeting. The roll call was- an- swered by 26 women giving their mother's maiden name. Minutes were read and adopted, and cards of thankswere read. Thc treasurer's report was given as well as the Board of Managers report. Melissa Alber "The Pampered Chef' was introduced and she dem- onstrated how to make pizzas, etc. and all the different gadgets she had. The group sampled what she had made. Pat Ballantyne thanked her and the group ordered items from her which will be delivered in three weeks. Westminster weekend is May 30, 31 and June 1. The visiting'com- mittee for the next few months are: Group U - Laurel Miner; Group C - Mary Rowcliffe; and Group W - Anne Bray. Thc June meeting of the U.C.W. will be held as a combined meeting on June 10 at 8 p.m. at Elimville. Pictures of the group were taken as this was their last meeting be- fore combining with Elimville U.C.W. Christian Family Sunday The Sunday service was conduct- ed by lay preacher Elly Van Ber- gen. She told the children a story "Please Pick Me." Thc choir sang "Mother of Mine accompanied by organist Marilyn Vandenbusschc. Van Bergen read scriptures and the title of her ser- mon was "Living Testimony." Judith Parker and Marilyn Pym were the greeters as well as receiv- ing the offering. it was Promotion Sunday so the Sunday School children received the following seals of achievement: Erin Parker, 14th year; Vanessa Bray, 1 lth year; Robyn Ethering- ton, 12th year; Megan Parker, 10th year;; Maggie Miller, 10th year; Kristy Bray, 1 1th year; Heather Morgan, 10th year;' Brenna Os- good, 8th year; Sarah Miller, 8th year; Jessica Bray, 8th yearPaul Morgan, 8th ycar; Ian Osgood, 7th year; Brett Warwick, 3rd year; Robin McKnight, 2nd year; Alana Hodgert, diploma; Christine Ellis, diploma; Ashley McKnight, diplo- ma. Jessica Bray had perfect atten- dance. On May 18, everyone is encour- aged to bring their Canadian Tire money to church and place it on the offering plate. The money goes to Camp Menesetung to buy sup- plies for the camp. After the service on May 18 at Thames Road, there will be a con- gregational meeting after the ser- vice to discuss the memorial fund and releading of some of the win- dows. • On , May 23, Elimville U.C.W. will hold a meeting with the theme "Spring Fling". The roll call will be 'Bring a plant for a plant ex- change.' Shirley Kerslake and San- dra Rowe are on the program com- mittee. Thc Community " of Rural Churches steering committee has planned a combined service of worship, music - and fellowship at 10:30 a.m. on May 25 at Thames Road United Church. Guest speak- er will be Kevin Stewart. The choir. will practice May 11 and 18 at Thames Road. Everyone is invited to join the choir. The first combined, service will be held at Elimville on June 1 at 9:45 a.m. Please note the change of time. The services will alternate buildings weekly and'the time will be 9:45 a.m. A church calendar will be sent out with the schedule. Personals Congratulations to Al and Tracy McKnight on the birth of their son ' Raymond. James on Tuesday. He is a brother -fur Robin and Ashley. Advertorial The magnificent obsession... The Purple Martin The Purple Martin is a much sought aftcr bird. Many bird enthusiasts Treasure the fact That they arc able to attract Ihe•Purple Martin year after year. Books, monthly, publications and Internet web. sites now are available to help people educate Themselves about this interesting bird. Thousands of people across North America dedicate much of their free Iirtte attracting, housing and leaming and sharing facts about the Purple Martin's habits. traits and antics. Information is willingly shared with the hope tharthe Purple Martin will be cared for at their nesting grounds which range from Florida all the way to southern Canada. Purple -Martins have been spotted as far north as Picton, Ontario and Montreal. Quebec. . • The Purple Martins have left Brazil and should be arriving in Southern Ontario near the end of April or early May for the yearlings. These interesting birds have "scouts". Scouts arc older. experienced Purple Martins that arrive ahead of the flocks. These birds are thought to arrive early in order to claim pnme. nesting sites. Purple Martins have very unique habits. J.L. Wade's book; Purple Martin - America's Most Wanted Bird is an excellent source for beginners and those who would like up-to-date information there are monthly publications like the Nature Society News and the Purple Martin Update. a quar- terly journal produced by the Purple Martin Conservation Association. They arc on-line at lutp://www.edinboro.eduk-jhill/pmcdpmca.html (no period on the end of the address). For those who aren't sure why there is so much excitement here is some information confirming That the Purple Martinis the "moss wanted bird!" The Purple Martin is The largest and most beautiful of the swallow family. They like to live in colonies near human activities. Feeding entirely on flying insects. they arc an excellent means of natural insect control. An adult Purple Martin will cat its own weight in flying insects. which is about 2.000 mosquitoes each day. There is a growing opinion that going hack to nature inay be the best form of insect control: Many Purple Martins have vanished for no apparent reason except that suitable noting places have not been available. In order to keep from losing this beautiful bird we must supply suitable and safe nesting places. Aluminum housing is now a favorite building 'material for roan -made Purple Martin houses because it is light weight. bright and easy to clean. Aluminum is cool and will not harbor mites. Thus it combats heat and parasites; the baby martins greatest enemies. The Trio Manin System is a favorite line of housing used by the serious Martin enthusiast. Art Blain. distributor of the Trio Line says "The Purple Martin is very particular. Research has found That all -aluminum houses for temperature control. guard rails so the babies won't fall off the ledges and hinged doors for easy clean- ing and good ventilation are the features that attract thelNartins. Once you attract thein -they will return year after year." Art Blain of Komoka isa distributor of the Trio Line Martin Houses which arc made in Griggsville, Illinois. Thc ideal location for your purple martin house is in the most open location available to you. with at least 15 feet of clearance in every direction from buildings. trees and other vegetation. Martins like flying room around their houses. 1. Their deep purple coals gleam in the sun and always are a flash of color around your house and garden. 2. Marlins have a pleasant personality. You'll soon recognize each martin and enjoy their traits and antics. 3. Martins are clean. They are either on the wing or perched on their own house. They never slight or soil other objects about your yard. .4. Your martins will soon know you and will be undisturbed by your regular activities about your garden. 5. They arrive from southern Brazil about the same time each year. You'll sec the same birds returning year after year. j 6. The martins song. "spick-spack-spitter-spec-spack" can be heard all day long 7. Martins soar gracefully and beautifully around your entire house. They are very interesting to watch. "With a good purple martin system. it will take as little as 5 minutes of your time each week to maintain your martin colony" says Art Blain. For more information about the Purple Martin call or write: Art Blain. 9762 Melrose Drive, RR#3 Komoka, ON NOL IRO (519) 473-2712 MOST WANTED BIRD 1k Can eat 2,000 mosquitos per day! The Purple Martin Is making an amazing comeback. Let nature take care of Its own insect controlf Trio Aluminum Martin Houses are responsible for their retum Call or write today to find out how you can experience the best in nature. Art Blain, RR3 Komoka, Ont. NOL IRO (519) 473-2712 Distributor of -The Trio Martin System - Barbecue All proceeds will go to the Library's Com- munit Internet Access project... By Liz Sangster Hensall correspondent HENSALL - Christian Family Sunday was observed .at Hensall 'United Church with Barb "Spoony" Hicks as guest speaker. Mark Gar - lough was in charge of the musical service. 4 Litany "Praise of Hands" was read in unison. The Children's Story. was "The World's Meanest Mom".. "God Sees The Little Spar- row Fall" was sung. The choir sang "Help Us Accept Each Other." Barb Hicks chose for her sermon "Blame Ends, Love Be- gins". Steve McGregor and Steve Corbett received the offering. Choir practice will be Thursday at 7:30 p.m. for information on the " Big Bike Ride for Heart and Stroke call Tracey McIntosh at 236-2668. The official board meets on May 21 at 7:30 p.m. The Time and Talent Auction was.a huge success; thanks to everyone who helped with this ' worthwhile event. Anyone wishing to use the church facilities please contact Margaret Cole at 262-2304. May 18 Ian McAllister will show slides of his trip. On May 25 the Hensall United congregation will worship at Thames Road Church. During June, July and August- Rev. Robert Peebles will be the guest minister at Hensall United Church. This past Sunday, . worshippers were greeted by Dorothy Corbett at Hensall United Church. The. PCW_ of Carmel Presbyterian Church met Monday evening with Marilyn Campbell presiding. Campbell read a poem before turn- ing the meeting over to Jan Baker who conducted the worship ser- vice. Baker had prepared a most in' teresting service with "Mother's Day" as her theme. Dorothy Taylor was the pianist for the evening. A short business . meeting followed. Plans for. the 149th anniversary on in Hensall May 25 were discussed. The group reported on their visits to Cavon Church in Exeter and First Presby- terian in Seaforth. Bob Heywood will be the guest speaker on May 25. Campbell closed the meeting . with prayer. Lola and Beverly served tea. Hensall Branch Library will be holding a fundraising barbecue at • McTaggart's Knechtel Store, King Street, Hensall, this weekend. Fri- day night 4-7 p.m., 'and Saturday II a.m. - 1 p.m. hot dogs and ham- burgers will be served. All pro- ceeds will go to the Library's Com- munity Internet Access project. Don't forget that Hensall's Vil- lage-wide- illage-wide- yard sale is May ' 31. This is an event not to be .missed. There will be the Legion Ladies Penny Sale, food booths, Firefight- ers' Early Bird Breakfast 7 a.m., pony rides, and of course, a sale on every street. Have a news tip? 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