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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1984-03-07, Page 11PUBLIC SPEAKING — Winners in the four -school public speaking contest sponsored by Hensall Branch 468 of the Royal Canadian Legion were chosen at Zurich Public School. Shqwn (back left) are Bea UyI, Legion PRO, senior winners Heather Westlake, Zurich, 1; Wayne Scotchmer, Hensall, 2; Scott Regier, Ecole Ste. Marie, 3 and (front) Chrystal Jones, Hensall, 1; Aime Gelinas, St. Bonifoce, 2; Mark Stuart, Zurich, 3. ensall and district news Mrs. Bertha MacGregor, Phone 262-2025 INFORMATION WANTED — The Hensall Centennial Committee is compiling a group of old photographs, and need some help. If you can identify any of these people, or wish to see the actual photograph, please contact Velma Robinson at the Hen- sall Library, 262-2445. WIN HENSALL CO-OP TROPHY — The Exeter Molting Hawks won the B champion- ship of the weekend Zurich Hos Beans oldtimers hockey tournament. 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The meeting was then turn- ed over to a group of young called 'Teen Challenge from Hamilton, who presented a program of Drama Group, Duets and Solo singing members. The leader bought the devotional part taking his text from Matthew 7:21, "Not everyone that saith, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in Heaven." He mentioned that all the dif- ferent denominations and cultures we have today and how we get wrapped up in do- ing our own thing and lose and lose our first love. This was very challenging to all. The April Rally will be on April 7 in the school with Mr. and Mrs. Brian Danter of Windsor, a former Rock Singer before he became a Christian. The May 5 rally will feature Mr. Ace Clark, Hamilton, a former leader of a motorcycle gang, now a Christian. Be sure to attend these rallies as they are for all the family. World Day of Prayer The World Day of Prayer Service was held in Carmel Presbyterian Church, Friday March 2 with PCW president Mrs. Dorothy Taylor presiding. She opened the ser- vice by welcoming everyone. The them was "Living Water from Christ our Hope." Mrs. Joyce Pepper presided at the piano. Mrs. Diane Baskoro, Lucan, played her accordion for two numbers. Mrs. Taylor led the first part of the service assisted by Mrs. Helen Scane, Mrs. Dorothy Parker and Mrs. 'Evelyn Flynn. Mrs. Jean Snell and Mrs. Sharon Love took part in the second part of the service. Mrs. Yvonne Reynolds was the guest speaker and gave an inspiring message on "The Woman at the Well", followed by a solo "Fill My Cup, Lord" by Mrs. Gail Shaw accompanied by Mrs. Pepper at the piano. Mrs. Taylor thanked all who took part. The offering was received and dedicated. Mrs. Margaret Hoggarth and Mrs. Cathy Bell assisted in the remainder of the program and the service closed by singing The Lord is My Shepherd and the Benedic- tion: Refreshments were served. Centennial report Hensall Centennial Com- mittee members were enter- tained to a dinner on Tuesday evening in Hensall United Church by the ladies' groups of the church with Hensall Council as hosts. Reeve Harry Klungel welcomed the guests on behalf of the coun- cil. Mrs. Irene Davis said legion Branch 468 Zone C-1 Spring Convention was held in the Lucknow Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. Comrades Pete and Donna Allan and Larry and Bea tlyl attended. All 12 bran- ches' in the zone were represented. A letter drafted to send to Zone A. Com- mander in support. of their stand on the Cenotaph in Lon- don was well received. Plans for the Centennial weekend are being finalized. The pork barbecue is well underway. Posters for the Drumhead Service have been sent to all 52 Branches in District C. District Com- mander Lloyd Anderson and Zone Commander Glenn Bridge will attend. Comrades, this is going to be a big weekend and we are going to need the support of all the members. Fridays have been a busy time at the Branch due to shuffleboard being a big suc- cess; players are now in the finals. Thanks to.PeterZwaan and Gary Lawrence, who have done a great job. The next general meeting will be March 14 hope to see you all then. At the Ladies Auxiliary meeting in February the zone ('ommander, Mary Hawn, made her annual visit. Twen- ty members attended this meeting. A donation of $25 was given to the Battered Women's Centre in Goderich. After lunch a penny sale was enjoyed by all. Condolences are extended to the Beer family with the loss of a beloved mother, mother -:n -law and grand- mother. Hilda was the first president when the Auxiliary was formed in 1949. At the going down of the sun, And in the morning, We will remember them. (P.R.O. Bea Uyl) Fabers wed fifty years By Margaret Hoggarth Pastor Don Moffat presided in the pulpit at St. Andrew's, Kippen, on Sunday March 4. The ministry of music was presented by the choir singing "If We All Said a Prayer." The sermon text, "Lord Teach us to Pray" introduc- ed the sermon which evolved around the second part of the Lord's Prayer. Tuesday March 13, the Kip - pen U.C.W. meet at the church at 8 p.m. The roll call is to bring a wrapped surprise auction. Sunday March 25 there will be an Official Board Meeting at Kippen Church at 7:30 p.m. Congratulations of the com- munity are extended to Rochus and Elizabeth Faber who celebrated 50 years of marriage on February 27 grew d ts delicious the group for meal. Chairman Charles Hay presided for the meeting which followed. Mr. Hay reported tables are being rented for the Centennial weekend, and tickets and pro- grams are going out with PUC bills. Jim Hyde reported the Firemen had sweaters for sale in men's and ladies' sizes. The firemen are spon- soring a euchre at the arena on March 24 followed by a poor -boy supper and dance in the evening. Costumes are to be old-fashioned, but no one will be barred if not in costume. 'tickets may be bought from any committee members. To date there are 52 beard - growers and they will be con- tacted March 30. Bob Cameron has contacted dealers to attend. Ross Sararas reported for the registration. The Hensall Public School held their - winter carnival on Friday March 2 and will present a Centennial Concert May 9. Charles Dalrymple and Steve Knight reported for the dances. Betty Simmons reported pamphlets sent out for the craft show. Queensway News Another full week of ac- tivities has taken place at Queensway Nursing Home. Monday afternoon started out with bingo with the Kippen Ladies Group. A special thank you is extended to each lady in this group who came out each Monday afternoon to play bingo. Tuesday morning was the scene of rolling ball and flying bean begs as residents got in- volved in geri-bowling an the bean bag toss. Our Tuesday afternoon Church service was b conducted Rev. Kenneth Knight, assist I by Mrs. Blanche Dougall at the piano. Thursday - afternoon everyone enjoyed a "Trip Across Canada" when they viewed a movie taken by helicopter flying over the country. Friday morning was our bowling day. The scores like last week's weather were not the best. Neil Regan was the high bowler for the day. Birthday greetings to Carl Lawatski who celebrated his birthday this week. For anyone who does their grocery shopping at Zehr's or at.Don's we are collecting the tapes. Our boxes are in the front entrance so please feel free to drop by with the tapes as we would certainly ap- preciate your support. 4-H Meeting Today our president Patti Masse started the meeting with the 4-H pledge. Diane Stebbins said the roll call, then the meeting was handed over to our leaders. We were given a page called"Choosing Prints", we also had to . answer some questions. The leaders once again asked what our club name should be and after a while we decided on "Quilting Bees." Our new project was strip quilting. The bottom piece of material and batting measured 8"by8" The first strip of material had to be 5 cm and placed in the centre ' on top of the batting going - from corner to corner. We placed a second strip shorter along the edge of the first strip with right sides together. Wr through both strips batting and back. This was repeated until there were four strips on each side of the centre strip. Then we trimm- ed off excess by using the backing as our guide. We are to bring material in next week fo,r our project `Mean -'Over the Mountain" which we will applique. (Reporter Diane Sebbinsi Unit 4 of U.C.W. Unit 4 Of the United Church met in the Church parlor on Thursday March 1 with 15 members answering roll call. Mrs. Nan Britton opened the meeting by reading a verse of the hymn written for the World Day of Prayer. Mrs. CORRECTION A mistake appeared in a cutline under a picture in last week's paper. The cutline should have read "Huron Centennial School was one of 20 Ontario winners in a con- test sponsored by Hostess Food Products. Sales super- visor George Menezes presented a $1,500 cheque to principal Arnold Mathers while student council presi- dent Tracey St. Louis, v/p Joe Fansher, council secretary Lisa Strong and Ron Crawford, local distributor of Hostess Food Products, look --- ed on. The student council plans to use the money to buy a disk drive for the school computer." ' We apologize for any em- barrassment or inconve- nience caused by this error. Mary Roobol conducted the devotional, telling the story of how The Madonna came to be painted by Raphael. Members were reminded of the general meeting and The World Day of Prayer. Volunteers to attend Westminster College Weekend or Alma College School for Women were registered. Mrs. Elva Forrest gave the study on Jesus Means Life for the Poor. She spoke about the people of Nepal where literacy is only about 20 per- cent and told a story of how an old bent -up woman helped a blind younger woman. God writes the convenant of love on our hearts and Jesus gives hope to all. The emphasis is on doing the Gospel. The meeting closed with the benediction and lunch was served. Carmel Presbyterian Rev. Kenneth Knight con- ducted worship in Carmel Presbyterian Church on Sun- day. His message was Restoration of Confidence in God. Mrs. Dorothy Taylor presided at the piano for the service of song. The Sacra- ment of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated on Sunday March 18 at 1:30 p.m. The P.C.W. are holding a Daffodil Tea and Bake Sale on Saturday April 14 at 2:00 p.m. The Annual Hymn Festival will be held in First Presbyterian -Church, Seaforth, Sunday April 1 at .7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. The Three Links Seniors will meet on Tuesday March 13 at 2:00 p.m. at the local hall. Page 11 Personals Mr. Sim Roobol is a patient in South Huron Hospital, Ex- eter, where is he undergoing treatment. Mrs. Ida Jackson suffered a fall and is receiving treat- ment in South Huron Hospital, Exeter. Mrs. Carl Payne is a patient in University Hospital, Lon- don, where she is expected to undergo surgery. Rev. Pickell of Goderich conducted service in Hensel! united Church on Sunday speaking on the message Healthy Discontent. A quartette comprising Donna St. John, Joyce Pepper, Doug Mock and Tom Bailey sang a beautiful number. Greeting worshippers at the door were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Payne. The ushers were Ross Veal, Dennis Martin, Donald Stebbins and Mervyn Fields. Mr. and Mrs. Berdan of Union visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Carl Payne. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Mann returned home from a plea- sant vacation at Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Consitt have returned home from a tour to California visiting Los Angeles and San Francisco. The IOOF and Rebekah lodges are holding a euchre Thursday evening March 8. UNION GAS "DO IT NOW BONUS" SPECIALS Want to keel,more of your hard-earned dollars in your pocket? You can. Your Union Gas Pro has all kinds of money -saving ideas fo'r your year-round home comfort. And as a special incentive' to act quickly, Union Gas invites you to take advantage of these exciting "00 IT NOW BONUS" offers. 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