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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1999-02-10, Page 1616 Pre arin for Canala Da Exeter's Canada Day corrimittee kicked off its efforts last Tuesday with a meeting at the Legion. Standing from left are chairman Casey Zeehuisen, Bev Prout of the agricultural society, Joanne Fields of the rec centre and co- chairman Tom Burke. The committee will meet monthly and is working on two new events for Canada Day '99 — a parade and a time capsule. Details for the time capsule haven't been finalized, but organizers say they are open to ideas from the public. This is the committee's 8th Canada Darcelebration. Sewer project planned for spring communion service and her message was about showing forth God's Love. The lessons were read by Brent Blackler and the minister. Lenten Reflections will be held each Monday dur- ing Lent commencing on s ob 22- at, 12 noosr.fol towed by hutch -at 12:30. By Muriel Lewis GRANTON CORRESPONDENT • GRANTON - The sewer project in Granton will commence in the spring. Information meetings were held last Thursday morning and evening at }j _ At the Grantani _ United Church on Sunday, Feb. 7 Lay Pastor Val Hodgins entitled: the sermon `Habits of Faith'. A noon luncheon followed the service, after which the annual general . meeting was chaired by Lay Pastor Val Hodgins. Marilyn Humphrey was appointed secretary. Financial reports were reviewed and approved. John Scott was named to the Session and Jeffrey Bryan and Robert McAlorum to the Board of Stewards. It was decided to continue the Food Grains Project next season. At St. Paul's Anglican Church in Kirkton on Sunday, Feb. 7 Rev. Glenda Meakin led the Unit one met at Norah Wissel's home on Thursday, Feb. 4. Lunch was served by Cathie and Jill Westman assisted by the hostess. Acting presi- dent Cathie welcomed everyone and opened the meeting with a reading `Valentine Crush.' Upcoming dates under discussion were the Baden Powell Day on Sunday Feb. 21, the Lenten Luncheon on Wednesday, Mar. 31 and the General U.C.W. on Tuesday, Apr. 13. Carlene Goos will be the bazaar representative. Amelia Jameson pre- sented the . program, reading a story `Angels Dashwood WI tak DASHWOOD On February 2 the Dashwood Women's Institute 'met at the hall for the Tweedsmuir meeting con- vened by Maud Hoffman. The Roll Call was "Bring old document or paper". c Former owners, price and " 'materials were men- S tioned: Many deeds and a log book were displayed. t Reports were read by t secretary Brenda p Sheppard and treasurer L Kaethe Freiter. During v the business we viewed o the newspaper quilt dis- play. The motto, "He who for- B gets the past, loses the key to the' future",. expresses the need to conserve our gi resources, air, water and' es a look back never say hello' and Madeline Hardie had a contest about things that are worn. Unit 3 met at Margaret Bryan's home on Tuesday evening, Feb. 2. Marguerite Garrett and Bryan led the worship .'setviue using the theme "Love" when Garrett gave a.prayer and scripture reading. Bryan gave a story and members told of someone who gave love for others. The prayer of St. Francis brought this part to a close. A poem from Mother Teresa and a story about a school teacher's influence on her students were read, and some Valentine trivia and a Valentine quiz conclud- ed the program. Business included a report from the executive meeting and discussion about the family night on Saturday, Feb. 13, as well as the Lenten services and luncheons schedule. Wednesday. February 10. 1999 Shipka correspondent recalls memories of 1941 By Annie Morenz SHIPM COBR$$PQNDBNT SHIPKA - An afiernoo euchre party was held Shipka Communit Centre on February with five tables in pla Prizes were awarded t Ladies high - Mar Moser; Ladies lone hand - Marg Baker; Ladies lo - Ruby Lagerwerf; Men high - Hazel Scott; Men lone hands -Ann Martin Mens low - Ethe Desjardine. _ The east group serve lunch. The next euchr will be held February 1 at 1:30 p.m. Hugh and Anni Morenz quietly observe their 58th weddin anniversary on Februa 1. They enjoyed supper out followed by Sol games, cards and phon calls. The weather i 1941 was cold, sunny and quite a bit of snow. In a computer card they received, they were reminded that Canada's Prime Minister in 1941 was Mackenzie King and the U.S. President was Franklin Roosevelt. Some. musical, mezpo ,q of 1941 were: ' The Anniversary Waltz', 'Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered', 'Deep in the Heart of Texas' and 'I Don't Want to Set the World on Fire.' In entertainment the best movie was 'How Green Was My Valley'. The best actor was Gary Cooper and the best actress Joan Fontaine. Some new things were polio treatment devel- oped by Sister Kenny, polyurethanes and poly- ester fiber was pro- duced, Cherrios were first marketed, the C.B.C. news service began with .Lorne Greene, and Red n at 2 Y. 0: Y s s s 1 d e 6 e d g iy s 0 e n Skelton debuted on radio. Prices then were: a three-bedroom home $4,000; an average income was $1,316; a new Ford was $1,136, one litre of gas was 7e, bread 21e, a litre of milk 18e, bacon 34e. Some of Annie's memo- ries of those years were of bread being delivered by the Zurich bakery once a week in a box at the gate. Due to gas rationing theyeliminated the trip in and out the country lanes. Another memory she has is of the late Art and Nora Webb who operat- ed the Shipka store who came once a week in their van equippedwith all necessary, groceries, saving farmers a trip to town. Things to remember The value of time, The success of persever- ance, The pleasure of working, The dignity of simplicity, The worth of character, The influence of exam- ple, The obligation of duty, The wisdom of economy, The virtue of patience, The improvement of tal- ent, The joy of originating and the power of kind- ness. x teT CENTRE Music 342 Main St. Exeter Sound systems are our specialty. We have over 15 years f perience! Wei& Rerttals of PA, Systems in all sizes for any event. We also rent CD players, tape decks, lighting and fog machines. Call (519) 235-1263 We are proud to be supplying P.A. systems at the 1999 Plowin: Match CORRECTION I NOTICE We wish to draw your attention to the following in our current 'Best Prices, Best Sales' flyer. Page 16. Remote Car Starter, 34-0680-0. 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Thanks for a map of the proposed his- orical walkway with sta- ions and information. A oem "The History of a le" was read verse by erse. With the aid of an bituary, the 21 member amily of Onezime August (James) . Masse and Mabel ertha Charrette were recorded. Birthday greetings were ven to Aldene Wolfe and Dorothy. Restemayer. Usborne & Hlbbert Mutual 4 ' Fire Insurance Company ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the policyholders of the Usborne & _Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Company will be held in the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 22, 1999 to receive and dispose of the Financial and Auditor's Reports; to elect Directors and to transact any business that may rightly come before the meeting. Nominations will be received for the election of two Directors for a three year term. The Directors whose term of office expires are Ron Feeney and Mlehael O'Shea, both of whom are eligible for re- election. Michael O'Shea Sharon Doxtator President Secretary -Manager ROYAL BANK FINANCIAL GROUP Please accept this as your invitation to join us on Tuesday, February 16, 1999 at the Exeter Legion, 7:00 p.m. Guest Speakers include: Bill Hill, District Sales Manager. Royal Bank Mutual Funds and other members of Royal Bank Financial Group. Doug Lamond - Dominion Securities Darren Scrimgeour - Dominion Securities Carole Preece -Investment Retirement Planner You will have the opportunity to speak with these specialists one on one, share ideas and obtain advice. This is also a chance for Royal Bank to convey its sincere appreciation to bur valued clients for their business. Please RSVP by February 10, 1999 Phone Jane at 235-2111 ROYAL BANK