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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1981-08-27, Page 5Citizens News, August 27, 19.1 Page 5 Area couple attends Plying Farmers fly -in Kay and Ken Elder at- tended the International Flying Farmer's Convention in Calgary the last week in July, where Kay represented the Ontario Chapter as their Queen. Thirty-two other Chapter Queens were represented among the more Hensall Mortise McGregor than 1,100 members at- tending from across Canada, the United States and Mexico. Thebusiness covered many areas, with legislation insurance, upgrading and safety among the top priorities. Kay and Ken enjoyed a pre -convention tour to the Syncrude tar sands flying there in a Dash. ? with 45 other flying farmers. Carmel Church resumes Rev. Kenneth Knight conducted service on Sunday August 23 in Carmel Presbyterian using as his text "Rest In The Lord, and Wait Patiently Upon Him". Mrs. Blanche Dougall poresided at the organ. Dr. Margaret Kennedy, a returned missionary from India will be guest speaker at the service on Sunday September 13. The following Sunday a joint congregational service and picnic will be held at Camp Kintail at 11:30 a.m. Dress casual. Hensall United At the regular Sunday morning service at the Hensall United Church on August 23, Rev. Stanley McDonald conducted the service and preached on "Living In A Christian Community" His text is found in Romans 12 Vs. 15, "Rejoice with them that rejoice, and weep with them that weep". There are two main instincts in man, namely selfishness and togetherness, and it is in togetherness that life is discovered. People in rural communities are more aware of togetherness than those in the cities. City folk barely touch each other and rarely rub hearts. The Church should be more aware of the hearts of people. In a Christian community, persons are free to love one another, to have compassion and show concern. God's gift to them is in the ability to discover the image of God in others. God's love can be felt by all the people and this To the editor Dear Sir : The final edition of your paper, which has been subscribed to by my late brother Nesbitt Woods for a' least the past fifty years arrived this week. I wish to renew this paper in my name to same address. Though it is fifty-one years since I left Zurich for Toronto I do enjoy reading your news and trying to guess "who? is who!" I taught school in Zurich in 1913-1914 and often wonder how many of my pupils still live in Zurich. Wishing you every success with "this little news carrier", I'm looking for- ward to its arrival each week as usual. Sincerely yours,' Mrs. Viola Wurm. would make them a Christian Community. Music was provided by Karen McAllister at the piano and by Betty Beer vdcalist and on the guitar. She sang "How Great Thou Art" and "The Darkest Hour is Just Before the Dawn". The children had a talk about writing their names by their actions. . Janice Bisback welcomed worshippers at the door and the ushers were. John and Jim Rowcliffe, Glenn Slade and John McAllister. Personals Mr. Ernie Davis returned to his home on Friday after undergoing treatment at St. Joseph's Hospital in London. Mr. Harry Horton is a patient in South Huron Hospital, Exeter where he is receiving treatment. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. Mrs. John Skea returned home after undergoing surgery in Victoria Hospital, London. Mrs. Vera Lemmon returned to her home after spending several weeks visiting in Quebec and Toronto. Sgt. Doug Wein, RCMP, Mrs. Wein and David of Ottawa are holidaying this week with Mrs. Wein's parents Mr. and Mrs. Harold Parker. They spent last week visiting with Doug's Mother, Mrs. Lawrence Wein in Exeter. Mrs. Carl Payne attended the Alma College School for Women in St. Thomas for four days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Raitinen and Lisa, Timmins visited with the Iatter's uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. Carol Payne last Saturday. Mrs. Mabel Munn who was a patient in St. Joseph's Hospital, London returned to her home. Ken and Kay Elder ac - tended the Region II Tour to Upper Canada Village on Saturday when members from New York State,' State of Vermont, St. Lawrence and Ottawa Valley and Ontario were present. They visited with their son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Steven Elder. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Flynn returned home after spen- ding a week at Silver Lake camping. Johnathan Corbett spent a few days last week holidaying with his grand- parents Mr. and Mrs. Jack Corbett. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Holland, Gwen and Michael of Clinton were recent visitors with Mr, and Mrs. Jim Sangster and Brad. The. District Area Presbyterian Young People who have been playing baseball during the season are having an afternoon of recreation at Wildwood Scout Camp on Sunday August 30. Everyone who played ball is invited to attend. The event will feature a barbeque at the supper hour. Three three Links seniors will commence their fall meetings beginning with a pot luck supper September 8, at 6:30 p.m. The draw will be made for tickets on the mats. Anyone having tickets please return the stubs to Bertha McGregor by Sep- tember 1. Tom Towers is on a motor trip for two weeks visiung in St. Johns, St Apdrews and Sackville, New Brunswick. SENIORS PARTICIPATE - The Zurich Golden Agers were in charge of a craft booth at the Bean Festival, Saturday. Shown manning the booth are Harvey and Edith Hohner.Staff photo News from Queensway Rev. Stanley - McDonald conducted the worship service at the Queensway Manor last week. Mr. and Mrs. William Westlake visited Miss Mary Westlake. Mr. amd Mrs. Rozendal of London visited with Mrs. Alice Rozendal. Mrs. Dogan and daughter visited with Irma Wilds. Mrs. Louise Mitchell was a dinner guest with Mr. and Mrs. Sim Roobol. The men's high bowling score was won by Neil Regan and the ladies was won by Mary Parlmer. MR AND MRS. NEIL SKINNER Mary Ellen Gingerich and Neil Campbell Skinner were united in marriage at the Zurich Mennonite Church, July 31. Mary Ellen is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Neil Gingerich, Zurich and Neil is the son of George K. Skinner and the late Mrs. Skinner, of Rochester, Michigan. The bridesmaid was Catherine Shantz, sister of the bride, and the best man was Philip Skinner of Atlanta Georgia, brother of the groom. The couple will live in Edmonton, Alberta where both are employed. Photo by Jack Doerr A BINGO WINNER - One of the winners at the Zurich Bean Festival bingo was Ann East. Above, her winning card is being verified by George Haggitt of the Zurich Has Beans.Staff • hoto PRICES WERE BORN HERE AND RAISED ELSEWHERE! 5 DAY PENN DUTCH SEE HISTORIC GETTYSBURG. VISIT AN AMISH HOMESTEAD - HAVE AN AMISH DINNER. VISIT HERSHEY CHOCOLATE WORKS AND ROSE GARDEN SEE CORNING GLASS. 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