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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1977-01-13, Page 12Y.; PAg, ,12 CI,INTON NEWS -RECORD; THURSDAY, JANUARY 13. 1977 Baptism at church Greeters were Lorne Hunking and Bert Shobbrook and ushers were Karen Durnin, Tracy Mitchell, Sharon Thompson and Diane Bromley. The choir anthem was 'All through the year' with Mrs. Glen McGregor organist .and Mrs. Allen Shaddick, choir director. Mr. Jim Jamieson member of session invited the parents to present their children oto ReV. McDonald for baptism: Kerry Ann, daughter of'. Raymond . and Sheila Ken- nedy; and Jason Richard, son of Richard and Brenda • Konarski. The junior congretation teachers were Joan Mason, Mrs. Bob Peel and Mrs. Ted Fothergill. It was announced that salt and sand are available at the church. Contact any Scout if you need any. UCW Executive meeting The UCW held their annual executive meeting on January 6th in the church with a pot luck dinner at 12:30 noon. Following the dinner, president Helen Lawson welcomed all and read "January is a new page, do not mar it" and led in prayer. The minutes of last annual meeting read by assistant secretary Nona Pipe, and the treasurer's report was by Hattie Wood, showing receipts of $5,017.52, and • expenses of $4,300.75 with a •balance of $703.77. A letter was read from Clerk 'of Session Margaret Whyte of thanks for the choir gowns and the lunch served for Anniversary, service. Dora Shobbrook reported -77._ cards and 6 roses and bud vases were sent. Laura Lynn reported on bales, two bales in May and two in November were sent to Goodwill in London,- and 40 pairs of mitts and 12 scarves were sent .to Scott Missions Toronto. It was" moved to send bales again this spring and fall with 1;aura, Lynn in charge." It was moved to raise allocation from $700 to $800 and decided that BereanUnit would clean, brass and aimwall will be• in charge of flowers. The Huron, Perth UCW Presbyterial is to be held on January 25th at Seaforth Northside church ' with registration at 9:15. . The theme is "Citizens of the world" Elaine Townsend will • KLrec- speak and Mrs. Riber will be speaker. The chairman for following committees are:, church and society Dore Shobbrook ; Christian Development, Edythe Beacom; world outreach, Alice Davidson: litarature and com- munieations, Laura Lynn; finance and stewardship, Hattie Wood; nominating Ferne McClare; social, Brenda Radford; funeral lunches, Mary ,Longman; order cards, Hattie Wood. There will be a business meeting in, February and World Day of Prayer on March 4th with everyone welcome. Explorers Expedition No. seven began by repeating the Explorer purpose and singing the Explorer ' song.Valorie Millson read the minut4s of the previous meeting, and Shelly Westerhout paid her birthday money, Mrs. Westerhout read off some riddles for each to figure out. Elections for new officers were held with Darlene Hunking becoming the new chief Explorer, Jacqueline Johnston is to be the Keeper of the logs, and Jannette Johnston electedtreasurer.- Suzanne w,... Tamblyn read Scripture and a few games of charades were played. The m,e.eting; closed with the Explorers' Prayer and singing `This is My Father's World". WI card party There were ten tables in play -at WI card party on Friday night January 7th. Winners were: ladies high, Vera Gibbings; lone hands, ,Ann Overholt; low, Margaret Good; men's high, Don Buchanan; lone hands, Lorne Hunking; low, Bert Shob- brook. There will be another on January 21st at 8:30 p.m. In charge will be Marjorie Duizer, Tim Duizer .Y,Alice Davidson'and Hazel Reid. Personals • Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Shobbrook visited on Tuesday January 4th with his aunt, Mrs. Duncan Campbell (former Marjorie Vodden) and family at Needham memorial chapel at time of her husband's death. Sym- pathy is extended. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Snell visited an Saturday with their daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Bev Jewitt, Woodstock. Bev is a patient in Woodstock General Hospital with diabetes. Mrs. Laura Saundercock spent New Yeare's January 2nd with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Crawford and family, Blyth. Mr. and. Mrs. Norman Alexander returned home on Monday January 3rd from spending a week with their daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Don. Cousineau, Donald Jimmy rind ^Tammy at Sault Ste Marie, Ont. ' Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Moir of Levac, spent Friday night with Mrs, Alice Davidson. They were enroute to Texas. Mrs. Len Caldwell spent few days last week with her mother, Mrs. W m. Colquhoun, Clinton. Miss Pat Burns of Toronto spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Bob Burns. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Bray, Seaforth attended the bap- tism of their granddaughter Kerry Ann and were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Kennedy on Sun- day.' Colleen and John Seraton Clinton spent Saturday p.m. and night with their' grand- parents Mr. and Mrs. Torn Allen. • "Police report Despite the stormy weather of the last few days, Clinton Police report only three accidents this week, Two accidents occurred on Saturday, January 8, the first at the junction of, Alma and Erie Streets. A car driven by Percy Brown of RR 5, Clinton was travelling east on Alma St., when it collided with a vehicle driven by •Dean Ryan of 114 Townsend St., Clinton. The Brown vehicle sustained $300 and the Ryan vehicle, $150. Damage totalled $500 in the other accident of the day. Wayne Hodges of 100 Raglan St., Clinton was travelling east on Ontario St., when he collided with a car driven by Joe Howse of 177 High St., who was southbound on William St. Damage to the Hodges' car was estimated at $ 300.. The only other reportable accident occurred on Tuesday, January 4th, when:a car driven by Anna Keys of RR 1 Varna, was southbound On Issaac St. when it collided with a vehicle driven by John Henry Rileyof Londesboro. Damage was set at $400 to the Keys vehicle and $25 to the Filey car. "1I11 mos �c �-;• '? �', rsk„d, e e fir,. When tile sun finally, poked its head out for 'a few minutes late last Tuesday afternoott, it became Clear that walking down Clinton's main streets was a real chore'. there wag only a small pathway, with the parking meters nearly buried. Works crews had the main street cleared of snow by Wednesday for the fourth tlef►e'this wlnter!.1V'•Nwa-Record • Phots° •u �sS • The snowstorm of late, one of many to hit the area, does leave an artistic touch behind as pictured on this house on Ontario Street in Clinton, east of Chapman's Barber Shop. (News -Record photo) ` Church News Morning prayer was held at St. James Church, Middleton on Sunday morning with Rev. Wm. Bennett in charge. Nice to see and hear Sarah Storey back at the organ. The ACW of St. James Church will meet Thursday, January 13 at the home of Mrs. Fred Middleton. Vestry meeting The annual Vestry meeting • of St. James Church, Mid-, dleton, was held Thursday evening at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Bennett. . Rev. Wm. Bennett was in chargeofthe meeting, which opened with a reading. Jeanne .Bennett read the minutes of the last Vestry meeting. Absent for . Thur- sday's meeting was Mabel Middleton, so" Audrey Mid, dleton wrote down the notes of the meeting. .Past rector warden, John Deeves thanked•everyone for their co-operation during his time in office. John served - under three rectors and seven bishops as rector warden. He , gave a special thanks to Ray Wise for the use of his talents, and to Don Middleton, for his work as the fireman. John will stay on as Lay,Delegate to the Synod. Ray,. Wisethen gave a. few words of. ap- preciation on the others' work°.,` Rev. Bennett thanked everyone for the kindness shown to him and Jeanne. Jeanne Bennett then gave a note of thanks to ,the Rector for his work on the stencils as she was not able to help him with . them. John Deeves thanked the Rector and his wife for opening their home for the me.eting,• seconded by Don Middleton. Rev. Bennett then closed the meeting in prayers Lunch was served by Jeanne..._Bennett assisted by the ladies with'Mrs. Fred Middleton pouring tea. A social time was'°had by all present. _ - Please note: - Sunday A service of Admissions of Wardens and members of the 1977 Board of Management at both churches. From the Rector - "I wish to thank all those who have contributed to -making 1976 a good year in the life of the Parish. The first year of a ministry does in- deed underline that what is past is prologue and the future is limited only by our own" limitations of faith and vision. "First. we 'should express our gratitude to Almighty God who has led us. We have known his Fatherly care in our common life together and in the lives of individuals past and present. His Holy Spirit has both prompted us and consoled us. We have much to learn about what it means to be the Body of Christ. "And then, I would express perspnally for my wife and myself, and on behalf of the parish 'family, our thanks to tyre Church Wardens for their capable and responsible leadership in all areas of -Parish Life. Also- I express our appreciation for the loyal work of, the Board of Management and the ACV, the vestry clerk and all those . who gave their time and talent during the past year. We should thank Don Mid- dleton for the chore of heating the church for Sunday Worship, •to Jim Storey for the task of snow removal on Sundays, to the Ladies of the ACW for the care of the Altar and the communion, linens -and vessels, our organist Mrs. Sarah ,Storey and Lois Wise. Worship service was held at Holmesville United Church, Sunday' with Rev. John Oestreicher in .charge. The congregation really ap- preciated - Mrs. Lobb's agreeing to stay on as church organist. Just a reminder to everyone, the W.I.'s card game will be held today, Thursday, January 13, at 8:30 p.m. in Holmesville..school. The cost of $1 'per person includes lunch. School news On Jan.uary 4th, the pupils of HolmesvillevSchool put on two •perfor'n' aances of- their Christmas concert: one in the afternoon, the other in the evening. Even though it was January 4th and after Christmas, the concerts were very well attended. Mrs. Reabur-n welcomed everyone to the concerts and ' in- troduced each act. The Junior choir,ng a few numbers. under thF direction of Mr. Scholl. The Kin- dergarten and grades' 1 and 2 classes of Miss Shelley, Mrs. Cunningham and Mrs. Colclougli, sa.n:g, and acted out pritmnry songs. The band, directed by Mrs. Irla Stewart, played several nu_rnbers. Mrs. Marshall's grade -3 class then put oiti a play titled "Christmas Cookies." Mr. Paul Spittal's grade 7 class. put on the Gong Show, a Take off on the TV show of the same name. French teacher Mrs. Nakamura's grade 3 class then sang, several songs ,in French. Mrs. Stewart's grade. 8 class played several numbers on the Recorder, followed by a play, entitled "Santa and the Three Bears" put on by the grades 3,4,5, and 6 under the direction of Miss Pierson and Mrs. McCauley. Mr. Reaburn's grade 8 ,class read Christmas poems, and a shadow play of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" was staged. by Mr. Sygrove's grade 7 and 8 class and the senior choir. Although I was not able to he 'pre -gent, by all report, the - "concert was a huge success' again this year. Personals Goodness! Now I'm told Johnny Mae is to be Holmesville's official bell ringer. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Al Feddes and boys on the birth of their twin daughters in London. CARE- IN THE HOME May we ask for harmony in the years . ahead that suc- cesses of the past may not creep into the present to hinder the future.. We remember the past Rectors with affection and thank- fulness, but let not their achievenients overshadow what we are trying in 1977, rather inspire us as we try to do our own thing. Finally to you who make up the congregation of ,faith- ful people in tfiis parish, may our Heavenly Father con- tinue in,you, the good work he has begutie and may God's grace be with all who love our Lord Jesus Christ. Affec- tionately, Bill Bennett. Report of the peoples' warden: The only repair work done at the Church this past year wasthe relocation of the front register. This change now allows the rug to lay flat. We thank Ray Wise for doing the job. Our Church is rich in talent and generosity,in the person .of Ray Wise again this year he has used his talent to make both a reading desk and a prayer desk, both labours of love. The materials were provided by the ACW and Ed Deeves gave a lamp for the -prayer desk. -Without the strong financial support of our ACW, we would find it very difficult to carry 'on. Thank -you ladies, for your continued help. Thank you to all con- tributors, financial and otherwise. You have done,. well to keep our little home operating successfully. We would like to -'e pl e'ss,„ our sincere appreciation to the wonderful support of Rev. and -Mrs. Bennett who 'ac- cepted aur rural atmosphere so ably. We hope to enjoy this • happy association for many years. - J. Don Middleton Our New,Board for 1977: Rectors Warden, Ray Wise; Peoples' Warden, J. Don Middleton; secretary, Mabel Middleton; treasurer, Edward Wise; Lay Delegate, John Deeves; alternate, • Stewart' ' Middleton; other members of the board, Dean Aldwinkle and Ed Deeves; also in' charge of sidesmen, Audrey Middleton, Stewart Middleton, Vera Miller, James Storey, Ross Mid; dleton; auditors Blanche Deeves (also press reporter) and Keith Miller; ACW co- ordinator, Lois Wise. ulleU Happen.i - . ,ASSEMBLY On Wednesday, December 22, from 11 to 12, the pupils of Hullett participated in a carol sing. Rev. Stanley McDonald of Londesboro visited the assembly, and led in a responsive reading. The assembly was enjoyed by all. Poster contest On December 15••a poster contest ended at Hullett. For almost a month, the students who participated in the contest created posters based. on farm and bus.safety. Two winners were chosen from each class, and prizes were awarded. Here are the results: Kindergarten, Drew Allen ; Brenda Finch grade 1, Tanya Blondon and Stephen Kennedy-; grade 2 _ Steven Duizer and Anita Wiltz; A • grade 3 Julie Daer and ,Jamie Krauter; ,grade - 4, " SUsa> .` .Gross and Shaun .Se.ers;' grade 5, Pam Losereit. knci' Billy , Prezcator; :,grade 6,- Darelene Hunking and Shelly Westerhout; grade 7, Carole Seers and Cameron Moon; grade 8, 3etty Buchanan and Mark Mitchell; and Power.' Learning, Larry Deveau and. Jacqueline Johnston. We would like to congratulate the winners and thank all students who par - Skating ticipated. ipated. On Wednesday, lYecember 22, the pupils of Hullett went to the Clinton arena for an afternoon of skating. They skated from 1.2.:30 to 2:15 and went directly home by bush afterwards. Everyone had an enjoyable afternoon. rea ' els honored • at Achievement Day _ Consitt, RR 3 Kippen; Clare Devereaux, Seaforth; Joan Devereaux, RR 4, Seaforth; Ida Stinnissen, Seaforth ; .Janet Haney, RR"4, Seaforth. For completing six projects, county honours were presented to: Robyn McLellan, Kippen: Gayle Horton, RR 5, Clinton; Sandra McGregor, RR 1; Brucefield: Pam Taylor, Varna; Doris McClure, RR 2, Seaforth;- Dorothy Van Esbroeck, RR 1, Hensall; Cathy _McCue, Seaforth: Carolyn Wilson, RR 4, Seaforth; Louise Ryan, RR 1, Dublin, . By Wilma Oke Having completed 18 projects during the past eight ▪ years of membership in 4-H Homemaking clubs has not dampened the enthusiasm of two young Seaforth area women in the clubs. Margaret Henderson 20 of RR 4, Seaforth, and Sandra McLachlan 24, of RR 5, Clinton, are now two of the 18 club leaders of the 13 clubs sponsored by the Seaforth Womens Institute. They are passing along their experience and knowledge to a new crop of young girls. When asked why, they chorused, "We enjoy it'. "After being in 4-H work ftr eight years I feel every girl in Huron County should par- ticipate," said Mrs. Hen- derson. "It's an excellent way The first regular meeting of to meet people as well as the Huron County Board -of sharpening your siills in Education for the 1977-78 sewing and cooking." terms had to to be cancelled Mrs. Henderson, a recent on Monday afternoon as bride, and Mrs. McLachlan, a another of 'the winter's mother of two, : were storms slammed into the area presented with advanced making travel difficult if not honors for completion of their impossible. 18 projects at the day long - The meeting has now been Achievement Day held at the rescheduled for Monday, Seaforth District High 'School January'17 beginning with a Saturday. Committee of the Whole (in For completing • twelve camera) at 1:00 p.m. and the projects provincial honours ---regular session following at were presented to; Linda 2:00 p m weather Vanneste, RR 2, Kippen; 'Deb permitting. Personals, Mrs.' Fred Middleton __,,returned home last week after spending ten days with Mr. .and Mrs. Bill. Counter of Clinton. She had Chri'stmas dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Don Middleton and family and later- in .the -day-:' joined Mr. and Mrs. Bill Counter and David and Miss Agnes Middleton of Goderich for a Christmas dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Campbell and family of Clinton. •It was a happy occasion as Mr. Tom Campbell -of New West- minster B.C. was home over theeholidays. Sorry to report Mrs. Mary ,Steenstra is a .patient in Clinton . Ho'spital, also Mr. Van Der Waar. We wish: them well. - We are glad to hear Frank Potter is about -again after his fall from the hay mow. The Connolly family are back from their trip tt Florida. Congratulations to Mbrion and Jaek Smith on their 36th wedding anniversary froms all at St. James Church. Middleton. r.. • Heavy snow cancels bd. • Ervin Keys, left, and Dave Mustard, both of Varna move towards the flames with their_ Christmas trees during Stanley ,Town -shill's' Ffrst Anneal Christmas Tree Burning - Festival and Hot Dog Roast in Varna, last Friday night. About 150 arrived by . cars and snowmobiles to be in at- tendance for the historic event. (News -Record photo) • PATIENT CARE IN THE HOME Learn simple nursing procedures to care for familyillness: The public is invited tb aftend this Six week course sponsored by St, John Ambulance at the Clinton Hospital com- mencing JANUA t=Y�1-L 19T�I►i`'... from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cost - ss.o0. For registration, please contact Len MacOregor at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture & Food in Ciinto'n 402-3428 or Zenith 1.2800. . 4.