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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1996-04-24, Page 8Page 8 Times -Advocate, April 24, 1996 C'C?MMlIMTY Area families receive medals in honor of Harold Brown CREDITON - On April 12, four Huron county residents were in Ot- tawa to accept the Polish Home Army Cross medal for the family of Flying Officer Harold Brown of Crediton. They were Donald and Marjorie Kemick of Goderich and Lorne and Joyce Preszcator of Crediton. Both men are cousins of Flying Officer Brown. The medal was presented by His Ex- cellency Dr. Tadeusz Diem, the Polish Am- bassador to Canada. The medal is the highest honor awarded by the Polish Home Army for bravery in the struggle to liberate Poland from occupation Second World War. The story started back in the late summer of 1944 when Canadians joined with other air crew from -Al- lied Forces to fly food and supplies to Poland ground troops who had been surrounded by the enemy at Warsaw. During the last part of 1944 and the early part of 1945, 26 Canadians gave up their lives in an effort to liberate Poland from occu- pation during the Second World War. Although, the Polish people ap- preciated the efforts of these brave men, -the end of the war saw Poland become part of Communist Russia and it wasn't until they once again became an independent country in the early 1990's that they were tru- ly "free" to express their thanks. In September 1995, the dedica- tion of a memorial plaque at Con- federation Square in Ottawa took place. It was a tribute to the 26 fal- len Canadians. It is inscribed in three languages, English, French and Polish. An effort to contact next of kin brought forth only two families. Later after reading about the dedica- tion, two more families came for- ward. Much concern was voiced about not having been able to con- tact the other 22 fami- lies. At this point, staff of the Canadian War Mu- seum entered the picture and with newspaper ads, intensive telephone campaigns and search- ing for names and ad- dresses from old letters kept by known family members were able to fmd some relatives. Lorne Preszcator of Crediton while reading the January 1996.6 - sue of Legion magazine noticed that a cousin of his, namely, Flying Offi- cer Harold Brown was one of those whose next of kin had not been found. Harold was the son and only child of Henry Brown of Crediton who passed away in 1993 at the age of 103. Preszcator immediately wrote the Canadian War Museum and shortly after was contacted by Jeremy Swanson head of Programs and Op- erations asking if he would like to attend the ceremony of medal pres- entations. He and his wife Joyce ac- cepted. Another cousin Donald Kemick and his wife Marjorie of Goderich had also heard of the request for in- formation and agreed to accept Har- old Brown's medal. "They will never grow old - they will always remain young in our hearts." during the On August 5, 1944, Flying Offi- cer Harold Brown and five mem- bers of his crew left on a flying mission to Warsaw with R.A.F. 148 Squadron in a Halifax J.P. 276 bomber, never to return. Many of the airmen who lost their lives over Poland were buried in secret graves and later moved to a Military Plot in Poznan, Poland. During the ceremony many inter- esting facts were presented. A wife accompanied by her son and daughter accepted a medal. The son was nine months old when his father went overseas and the daughter was born after his death. A mother called her son's best friend to say she was certain some- thing was wrong, for her son had appeared to her in a vision at the foot of her bed. Later she learned of his death on this very night. One airman need not have been on that mission as he had lied about his age and entered the ser- vice at the age of 17 and died at 19. A fiance of one of the airman wrote a poem entitled, "Missing" when she heard of her loss. The poem was first printed for public viewing at the April 12 ceremony. One family was represented by three generations who came to learn a bit more of their country's history and to pay tribute. Thanks to the determined efforts of the staff at the Canadian War Museum, 26 Canadian families need not feel their loss was in vain. As one friend said as the day drew to a close, "They will never grow old - they will always remain young in our hearts." Ninety canoes compete in rally The canoe rally, sponsored by Stanley Township Rec Committee, was enjoyed by many again this year. By Joan Beierling Varna correspondent VARNA - The canoe rally sponsored by the Stanley Township Rec Committee was another success with 90 canoes and 168 poker hands sold and 197 participants. Best poker hands were: first, Jack Aikenhead of Hen- sall; second, Doug Hulley of Hensall; and third went to Tom Maloney of Seaforth. On Wednesday, April 17 Stan Lee Club arranged the program for the April Birthday Party at Huronview. Old time music was played by 13111 Pepper on violin, Ralph Stephenson on the piano, Bill Linfield on the banjo and Doug Stephen who played both his guitar and accordion. Leona McBride played the trumpet ac- companied by Anna Keys. Floyd McAsh gave several piano selections. Keys extended birthday greetings to all with April birthdays. Cookies and tea were served by Margaret Hayter, Helen Pepper, McBride and Keys. The Stan Lee Club will meet May 1 at 8:00 p.m. at the Complex. Everyone is asked to bring along a joke "Your smile for the day."Anyone interested is wel- come. On Thursday, April 18 Goshen U.C.W. entertained the residents of the Blue Water Rest Home for their April birthday party. Emily Ratcliffe played a piano solo. Linda Keys and Blanche Parke told the story of the courtship of "Daisy and Chester". It was inter- spersed with bits of many songs which everyone sang accompanied by Anna Keys at the piano and Erin Keys with her clarinet. Linda and Anna Keys gave readings and the program concluded with Erin and Anna playing "It is No Secret". Karen Ratcliffe did the birthday honors and Emily delivered the little gifts. The Goshen women served lunch. Everyone enjoyed the fellowship throughout the evening. "Five Alive" committee invites you to "Raise the Roof with Laughter" at Kippen United Church , Syn - day, April 28 at 7:30 p.m. It will be a joyful, laughter filled filled evening with musical surprises. The offering will go to the schoolhouse roof in Bluefields, Nicaragua. A social hour will follow. On Thursday, May 2 at 8 p.m. neighboring U.C.W.s are invited to join the Varna U.C.W. for their Easter Thankoffering. The speaker will be Jesse Davidson's mother. The offering will go towards Jesse's Dream. Sunday, April 28 the combined Varna -Goshen church service will be held in Goshen at 10:30 a.m. with Jane Kipfer conducting the service. This is also Camp Sunday and the congregation is reminded to bring their Canadian Tire money for Camp Menese- tung. Saturday, May 4 will be camp clean up day at Camp Menesetung. Lunch will be provided by the Camp Board and the coffee pot goes all day. They need young helpers and men also. Let Carol Simons know if you can go. There will be a community shower for Dale Evans on May 14 at the Varna Complex. Donations can be left at the Varna General Store. The Varna Pork Barbecue will be held June 19 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are now available by calling Don Rathwell at 233-9153, Ralph Stephenson at 263- 5351, or any Steward of the church. Easter service draws more than 100 The collection was donated to Grand Bend Policing Commit- tee for Youth. By Annie Morenz Shipka correspondent GRAND BEND - More than 100 people attended the Easter Ecumen- ical at Grand Bend United Church the evening of April 9. U.C.W. president Evelyn Johnson brought greetings and gave the call to wor- ship. The scripture from Acts 10:34-43 was read by Annie Lytle. Irene Kennedy introduced the speaker Rev. Robert Putman and he brought an Easter message. Hymns sung were "Christ the Lord is Ris- en" and "Let There be Peace on Earth" Pianist for the evening was Lynn Tremain. Music from Grand Bend was a trio by Carey Eddy, Paula Taylor and Sue McKay. Selections from the visiting churches were readings by Pauline Heal, from St. Johns by the Lake, Eloise Eagleson from Greenway United, Gera Peters from Immaculate Heart of Mary, and Maida Gaiser from Dashwood United, a solo by Millie Desjardine from Church of God and a vocal duet from Our Lady of Mount Car- mel. Offering collected was =224.00 and was sent to the Grand Bend Policing Committee for Youth. Closing benediction was given by Laura Flewelling. Lunch and re- freshments were served after the service. At the April 14 service at Grand Bend United Church, Rev. R. Put - man's sermon topic was "Peace and Power to the Weak" with scrip- tures from Acts 2:14a, 22-32 and John 20:19-31 read by Ann Rus- sell. For the children story Rev. Putman talked about the happiness of good news. The children's hymn was "Come, children, join to sing." A special musical presentation was a vocal trio by Carey Eddy, Sue McKay and Paula Taylor as they sang "Run, Mary Run." Lynn Tremain provided piano ac- companiment for the music in the absence of organist Norm Abbott. Preceding the offering, Don McLean sang "Hymn of the Last Supper." Twenty-five women were out Thursday afternoon, April 11, for the United Church women's meet- ing in the Sunday School rooms at church. President Evelyn Johnson welcomed all with a reading of a spring prayer. Laura Flewelling and Jean Cassidy gave the opening worship on an Easter theme. Fle- welling read scripture from John 19 and told a story about butterflies. Cassidy told stories of how people see things differently, and read a humorous article on hats. Hymns "Beneath the Cross of Jesus" and "Jesus Christ is Risen Today" were sung accompanied by Irene Kenne- dy at the piano. The women decorated and wore • Easter hats and walked around to the tune of "The Easter Parade." The three best decorated were by Loreen Gill, Eva Allister and Clara Watson. Roll call was answered by nam- ing their favorite bird. President Johnson conducted business. Thank you letters were read. The women plan to go to the Bluewater Rest Home for their May birthday party set for May 7. "Happy Anniversary" was sung for Betty Haist, on the occasion of her and Art's 50th anniversary. Norma Miller and Lydia Olekson served lunch. Laura Flewelling closed with prayer. Grand Bend Golden Agers held their bi-weekly euchre last Wednesday night, April 10, at the Legion with nine tables in play. Winners were: Ladies high Elda Adams; Ladies low Debbie How- arth; Most lone hands, a tic be- tween Mary Moser and Irene Dix- on; Mens high Joe Miller; Mens low Clayton Lovie; Mens most lone hands Jim Love. The next eu- chre games will be held April 24. Ma>tjode and Danakl K.rniek of Goderich and Lorne and Joyce Preszcator of Crediton show the Polish Govemment medal which they received on behalf of their relative, Pilot Officer Har- old Brown who lost his life over Poland during the second world war. Granton WI enjoy dessert euchre Clandeboye WI host- ed osted the group on Tues- day... Hy Muriel Lewis Granton correspondent GRANTON - Several from the Granton area attended the Biddulph Township Sesquicentennial history book planning meeting at the town- ship office on Monday evening, April 15. Other promotions and ide- as were also discussed. Several Granton WI members en- joyed the dessert euchre hosted by Clandeboye Women's Institute at the church hall on Tuesday after- noon, April 16. Nora Wissel and Muriel Lewis took in the Scottish Hail Caledonia dinner and program at Bingeman Park near Kitchener with Itderton and McNaughton Tours on Thurs- day, April 18. An interesting stop was made at the Farmers Market near St. Jacobs. Becky Kindree assisted by Cathie Westman hosted the luncheon and euchre social at the Lion's Hall in the park on Friday April 19. Prizes for lrigh score went to. Ethel Grose and, for lone hands to Jim Bakker, and everyone received Consolation prizes. Personals Get well wishes to Ethel Cope- land who has been a patient in St. Marys Memorial Hospital since last week. Bridal shower at. Shipka Fun contests were enjoyed by everyone.... By Annie Morenz Shipka correspondent SHIPKA - A number of neigh- bors, friends and relatives gathered at Shipka Community Centre last Friday evening April 19 to honor Jeanette Kaak, bride elect of early May. Hazel Scott was in charge of arrangements. Two fun contests were enjoyed, "How well do you know your TV commercials?" won by Diane Kaak, and waist measure won by Velma Russell. Jeanette was assisted opening her gifts by two of her sisters, Connie Masse and Julie Kaak. Lunch and coffee was served and a time of visiting enjoyed. Personals Ken and Marg Baker, Jake and Elsie Reeder, Bert and Doris Schilbe, of Bayfield, Bob and Marg Reid, Varna, Annie Finkbeiner, Emma Schilbe, Zurich enjoyed lunch at Erb's Restaurant on sues - day April 16, celebrating Emma's 91st birthday. Jim and Lenore Orr are home again after wintering in the south. Hugh and Annie Morenz visited Sunday afternoon with Annie's sis- ter and brother-in-law, Mary and Art Finlayson at Seaforth. Several folks paid their respect to the late John Kingma of Exeter who passed away April 7. John and his wife Tena and family lived in Shipka for several years before moving to Exeter. Farmers were planting potatoes in this area during the week after Easter. Ferman and Leota Snyder visited friends in St. Jacob's last week, also called at St. Mary's hospital in Kitchen to see Leota's brother, Ar- mand Musselman. Ken and Marg Baker were Sun- day evening visitors with Allen Lawson, at St. Marys. An item in last week's Granton news should have read that the Rev. Glenda Meakin has been ap- pointed rector of St. Paul's Angli- can Church in Kirkton and St. James Anglican Church in St. Mar- ys commencing June 1. At that time, St. Paul's Kirkton and St. James St. Marys will become a two point parish. The Rev. Meakin is currently the Chaplain of Bishop Strachan School in Toronto and an honorary assistant at St. James Anglican Church in Stratford. Granton United Church At Granton United Church on Sunday, April 21 Pastor Norrnalie Voakes' message was entitled "And then what Happened". Kay- lee Lammie presented the Word of God and Samantha Grant, the Light of the World before the call to worship. The anthem "I Live" was sung by the choir. A breakfast preceded the service. Sunday, April 21 at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Kirkton the Rev. Timothy Connor continued his Easter message about Jesus appear- ing to two of the disciples as they walked along the road to Emmaus. They recognized Jesus when He opened their eyes as He broke bread with them and they truly be- lieved that their Lord had risen. 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