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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1977-03-17, Page 170 • Ontario St. UCW to mark 15th anniversary with picnic The Ontario Street UCW executive meeting was held Tuesday, March 8, with president, Mrs. Cecil Elliott opening themeeting and explaining the theme, "Let the Hungry Feed Them- selves". The campaign slogan of the World Development, Service and Relief of the United Church, may seem callous, but the meaning is for us to give to the poor nations such things as: implements, seeds, fertilizer, water pumps, technical skills,. so that they truly can feed themselves. Mrs.,James Mair read the minutes of the last 'meeting and a letter about a meeting to be held in Legion Hall, • April 6 at 8 p.m. The theme, "Cancer Can Be Beaten". The treasurer's report was read by Mrs. Wilfred Parker. A picnic will be held on Wed., June 15, 1977, at the Clinton Conservation Park, Highway 4. south of Clinton, to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the UCW. Ladies please bring food to pass around and your own dishes. Program is at 4 p.m., and supper is at 5:30 p.m. All members of the church are invited to the Family Fun Night at 8. p.n1. on Monday, March 21 for children and adults. Ladies please bring sandwiches. The joint Spring Thankoffering service with the Wesley -Willis church "will be held on April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in Ontario Street Church. Miss Ann Reuber will be guest speaker. While doing that spring housecleaning, set aside any good, clean clothing for the bale, which will be packed at 10 o'clock on May 9. Mrs. Elliott closed the meeting with a reading, "Share Your Morsel of Bread with Others," from the book, "Bread From My Oven". Omega Sorority meets The March 8th meeting of Zeta Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma phi was attended by 11 members. Gayle Wise reported on the success of ticket sales for the St. Patrick's Dance as well as the proposed trip to the Ice Capades. Plans and possible locations for Founder's Day were also brought forth. It • was decided to join with the Exemplar Chapter for this event. Further discussion on their project for Huronview and the Endowment Fund donation were contained in the business portion of the program. An invitation was extended to the Exemplar 4110 t5 Chapter to join us on March 22 to see a film. The Ritual of Jewels chapter hasrbeen invited to a social evening on March 15 given by the Exemplar. Michele Hansen gave a very interesting. program on the topic of Thought. The Clinton Arena Auditorium was the setting for the St. Patrick's Dance on March 12. Shamrocks, hats, harps, and daffodils set the mood as the Star Trex set the pace for a successful party. After the dance everyone enjoyed a buffet lunch of ham, scalloped potatoes and salads. Epsilon sorority plans dance 4 The March 8 meeting of the Xi Epsilon Beta chapter of $eta Sigma Phi was held at the home of Marion Durnin. Tickets were distributed for the hooked rug and the Yellow Rose Ball being held on April 9th at the White • Carnation. The opening ritual was repeated, followed by the roll call and minutes.They were notified of 'a film on April 6th' at 8 p.m. presented by the Canadian Cancer Society. A social with the Pledge Ritual chapter will be held at the home of Marj Dobson on March 15th. The election for next year's executive will take place at • the next ,meeting. Plans for Founders Day to be held on • April 26 were discussed. A decision was made to see a "Mid Summer's Night Dream" at the Shakespearean Festival on May 30. On March 22 at the home of•Sharon Carter a film on self-defense will be shown to Beta Sigma Phi. The culture program was presented by Lois Fitzgerald on the `Learn How Clinic". The objective was to give the members experience in' the practical art of repairing and maintaining. Lois showed this in talking about safety in the home. Lois distributed pamphlets on First Aid and on hazardous product sym- bols. A lunch was then served by the hostess. Ontario Street UCW afternoon unit meets Mrs. Forbes opened the March meeting of the Ontario UCW afternoon group by ',reading a poem on Freind- ship. Mrs. Earl Lawson and Miss Kay Elliott gave the devotion and Mrs. Radford was pianist for the hymns. Mrs. Forbes announced the Thank - b 01.11,1 Win ham 9 Memorials +Guaranteed c Granite +Cemetery S( Lettering c +Buy Direct and save Commissions. RES. 357-1015 BUS. PHONE 3574910 1 Offering to be held in Ontario Street Church 'April 24th; a bale is to be packed early in May; also the bazaar November 19th and the Coffee Party on the 12'th of May. Mrs. Trewartha introduced the guest, Mrs. W. Howson of Blyth, who showed pictures and talked about Haiti. She also showed us many articles which were made by hand and all was appreciated very much. Miss Marquis spoke of her plans for a bustrip for the September meeting. After the Mizpah benediction, lunch was served. Feeling tired? Rundown? Take a walk. PJRIIfIPMMXI S Naik block.I alar. The Hoimesville Women's Institute celebrated its fifth birthday, Monday, complete with birthday cake. Here, Jean Coulthard, St. Pauls, left, provincial director at the time of the Institute's founding, helps assistant secretary -treasurer, Myrtle Banter cut the celebration cake. (News -Record photo) Auxiliary plans tea The monthly meeting of Clinton Women's Hospital Auxiliary was held in the Board Room Monday, March , with Mrs. Doug Coventry presiding. The minutes of the previous meeting were read by Mrs. B. Olde, secretary, and the treasurer's report given by Miss Kathleen Elliott. Some discussion followed, and the spring conference for District two again announced for April 25 at South Waterloo Hospital Cambridge. It is hoped there will lbe a good attendance. At this point, Mr. A. Galbraith took pictures of the members doing various hospital Auxiliary tasks. These will be shown at a later date. Committee reports were given as follows - Vanishing parties are continuing and meeting with a good response, said Mrs. Ted Davies ; More cards were ordered for membership canvass in May, reported Mrs. H. Ball. Mrs. Stadden reported for stocking the cart and asked for volunteers. Mrs, J. Cochrane spoke of the TV + s and their success and Mrs. M. Hanley asked for Huronview Mr. and Mrs. Eric Luther of Hensall, led the Sunday evening song service spon- sored• by the Christian �Womens' Club, Glenn Slade, a nephew of the Luthers, assisted with instrumental numbers. The Huronview orchestra provided old time music for Monday's activities in the Normal Care fitting room followed by a sing -a -long. The musical program for Family Night was provided by the Pepper sisters of Hensall, Watson Webster of Clinton and the Huronview Orchestra. Brenda, Jo Ann, Laurie and Marilyn Pepper sang several Country, and Western num- bers as well as two sacred songs and helped to lead the sing song. Watson Webster en- tertained with mouth organ selections and ' joined the Huronview Orchestra for some Old Time and Irish tunes. Morgan Dalton sang, a favourite "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" and Miss Ellis thanked the guests on behalf of the residents. SELECT The Professionals A frame isn't just four pieces of moulding fastened. together, it is custom made by our skilled hands, from beginning to the finished product. We take special pride in our technical skills, our up to the minute moulding styles, our creativity and design awareness, and our one week service. • Come to the Raintree and experience true creativity in art preservation. TEQAI\ EE 14 King Street, Clinton 482-3871 small books for library cart. Mrs. Paul Walden said plans were already underway for the Florence Nightingale tea in May and Penny Sale convener, Mrs. R. Davidson gave out books to be num- bered by the members. Mrs. Carl Hicks gave a very full and comprehensive report on the introduction of Candy Stripers into the Clinton hospital. This program has been suc- cessfully carried out in some of our neighbouring hospitals and has the approval of our hospital Board. A motion was passed to initiate this program here. Boys .and girls fifteen years and over may apply. This is on a strictly volunteer basis. Application forms maybe obtained at the high school' and for further information phone Mrs. Carl Hicks, 482- 490. By Hilda M. Payne ,The regular meeting of Unit 4 of Hensall United Church Women was held on Thursday afternoon in the Christian Fellowship Hall. Mrs. James McAllister opened the meeting by reading a poem, Praying Hands". Psalm hymn 709 was read in unison and Mrs. Eric Luther spoke on the deity of Jesus and gave several Bible references. Mrs. McAllister reported on a recently held •executive meeting of United , Church 'Women E,nd told Unit 4 what they would be responsible for the remainder of the year. Mrs. Laird Mickle played several Irish numbers which Tere enjoyed by all. The meeting closed with the singing of the hymn, "Take time to be Holy" followed with the benediction; In the absence of Rev. Don Beck, Rev. E. Donald Stuart conducted the regular service at Hensall United Church. Chislehurst congregation joined with Hensall for .this occasion. The subject of the sermon was the casting out by Jesus of the evil spirits --we must be ready to accept change in life. Mrs. Belva Fuss sang an Maitland & 16th ' ITS Milena Lobb Phyllis Thompson was hostess for the SS No. 4 Community Club meeting. The president, Milena Lobb opened the meeting with a poem "The. Quilting Course", followed by the Creed and The Lord's Prayer. Roll Call was answered by 1.) members. Dianne gave the secretary's report and Norene the financial report. It was decided to hold the Annual Supper in the Holmesville School on March :3rd. Eating time will be 7 p.m. sharp. Everyone is to bring food, plates etc. .Harriett Tyndall will hold the April meeting at her home. Rofl "ca'i•1'--is a penny sale. Following the ' meeting Linda' and Diane assisted Phyllis with the delicious lunch. Local obituary •Rebecca Dixon Reid . Rebecca Dixon Reid of 72 Rattenbury Street West died suddenly, at her home on March 5, 1977 after a few months of fail:ng heath. Mrs. Reid, the former Dixon McGowan, was born June G, 1897 the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. R.C. McGowan of East Wawanosh Township near Blyth. She attended Clinton High School and Stratford Normal School. She taught school near Blyth for four years, prior to her marriage to Fred Reid on March 31, 1922. They took up residence at that time in Stanley Township near Varna. They moved to Clinton in 1952. Mrs. Reid had been a member of Varna United Church and of Wesley -Willis church upon moving to Clinton. She was always active in church and com- munity organizations. Besides her husband Fred, Mrs. Reid is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Bruce (Anna) Keys, Varna; Mrs. Gordon (Ruby) Hill, Varna; Mrs. George (Doris) Can- telon, Seaforth. Also sur- viving are 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three sisters, Mrs. C.R. (Mary) Coultes, Belgrave; Mrs. Harold (Ruth) Buffett, Carsonville Mich. and Mrs. George (Edna) Charters, Blyth. The funeral Iservice was conducted by Rev. J. Ostreicher on Tuesday, March 8 at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in Clinton cemetery. WEBER Mrs. William Weber. On Monday, March 14th, 1977, at London University Hospital, Nancy Karen Radtke, beloved wife of William Weber of Seaforth, Ontario, formerly of Elmira, age 31 years. Dear mother of Brent, Jeffery and Michael. She was predeceased by her father, Roy Radtke. Surviving are her mother and step -father, Mr. and Mrs. Albert (Mar- jorie) Farthing of Elmira. Sister of Mrs. David (Jane) ' Snyder of RR 2 Elmira; Ronald and John Radtke, both of Elmira. Grand- daughter of Mrs. Edna Schaefer of Elmira. Friends may call at the Dreisinger Funeral Parlour until Thursday noon when removal will be made to Gale Presbyterian Church, Elmira . for funeral service at 2 P.M. Interment in Elmira Cemetery. Donations to the charity of one's choice would be appreciated as ex- pressions of sympathy. appropriate solo, "I asked the Lord". The postponed Communion Service will be held next Sunday. The Hensall Legion will be sponsoring a public speaking contest to be held at the Hensall Legion Rooms at 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 10. This contest is open to all public school age _ children from Hensall and Zurich schools. Winners will be advancing to the Zone contest to be held at- the Clinton Legion Hall on Saturday, March 12, 1977, The service of Holy Communion was ad- ministered by Rev. G.A. Anderson ,iat St. Paul's Anglican Church on Sunday. The text of the sermon was "The. Prodigal Son" taken from St. Luke's Gospel, chapter 15. The flowers were in memory of the late Wilmer Russell, placed there by his family. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Shirray have returned from a trip to Florida. While there they visited with the former's mother, Mrs. Mabel Shirray and visited the Florida Keys and Disneyland. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Rader visited with the latter's aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Oesch on Sunday. At the Hensall Sales Barn last Thursday, demand- was active and prices were steady; supply consisted mainly of heifers and steers. Fat cattle: heifers $37-$39, top to $40.75; steers $38.25-$41, top to $41.50. Pigs; weanlings $35-$42.50; chunks $48.50-$65. Obituary In Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, March 4, 1977, Ross James Forrest died in his 57th year. He was the beloved husband of - Margaret Margaret (Treffry) Forrest, dear father of William Ross Forrest, at home RR 2, Kippen, , Mrs. David (Deanna) Brock, RR 2 Staffa and Nancy Elaine Forrest, Ottawa; and three grand- children; dear brother of W. Edison, RR 2, Hensall Mrs. James M. (Grace) Scott Seaforth, and Mildred Forrest, Brantford. The funeral took place on Monday_, March 7 from the Bonthron Funeral ' Home, Hensall with Rev. E. Donald Suart officiating. Committal service at the funeral home, temporary entombment, burial Bayfield Cemetery. SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED OVER 50 YEARS 04,z it FOR SPRING INSTALLATION YOUR MEMORIAL SHOUi:D'HE ORDERED NOW Godorich Area Representative ROBERT McCALLUM 11 Cambria Road Goderlch 524-7345 Clinton- Seaforth Area Representative MICHAEL FALCONER 153 High Street Clinton 482-9441 CLEARAN( E OF GUITARS—CASES—DRUMS BANJOS—ELECTRIC GUITARS BA$S.—STRINGS--ETC,*We need the room, we're expanding our keyboard displays. ��r USED GUITARS $5• UP t. MAIN ST., SRAPORTH 327-0053 NEW GUITARS (I; so Al OFF • *Come early for eye-popping savings! PULSIFERMUSIC CHL SEH ALL SERVICES ON STANDARD TIME ONTARIO STREET UNITtD CHURCH THE FRIENDLY CHURCH 4 MINISTER LAWRENCE S. LEWIS 8.A, B. Th. ORGANIST AND CHOIR DIRECTOR p MRS. DORIS McKINLEY A. MUS. q\, 4' SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 LENT 3 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service 8 Nursery 11:30 a.m. Kindergarten Congregation SERMON: "WE REAP WHAT WE SOW" Sacrament of Baptism 2:30 p.m. Bible Study in the Church Parlor Everyone Welcome WESLEY-WILLIS UNITED CHURCH THE CHURCH THAT CARES I PEOPLE SERVING GOD THROUGH SERVING PEOPLE MINISTER JOHN S. OESTREICHER B:A. B.R.E. ORGANIST MISS CATHARINE POTTER CHOIR DIRECTOR MRS. WM. HEARN Any one wishing a ride to church. Phone 482-9696. SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service 11:00; a.m. Sunday School and Nursery SERMON: "WORDS FROM THE CROSS" Special Music by John Wise on the Baritone Horn. HOLrrAESVILLE UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 1:00 p.m, WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL SERMON: "WORDS FROM THE CROSS" CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 243 Princess St. E. REV. ARIE VANDEN BERG SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 SERVICES "' 10:00 a.m. - Worship Service MESSAGE "THE THIRD SEAL". 2:30. p.m. Worship Service MESSAGE "THE MAN OF SORROWS" The Church of the Back to God Hour every Sunday 4:30 p.m. CHLO . EVERYONE WELCOME BAYFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH EVERYONE OF US SHALL GIVE AN ACCOUNT OF HIMSELF TO GOD — ROM 14 12 PASTOR: BRIAN HARRISON 10:00 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 a.m. MORNING WORSHIP 7:30 p.m. EVENING WORSHIP 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY WEDNESDAY 8 p.m. PRAYER MEETING YOUNG EVERYONE WELCOME PEOPLE'S MEETING ST. PAUL'S ANGLICAN CHURCH SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 10:00 A.M. MATTINS FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHAPEL 162 MAPLE 482-9379 (1 street westSTREET of Community Centre) SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 9:45 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE 11 OO a.m. –SUNDAY SCHOOL and FAMILY BIBLE HOUR 7:30 p.m. at the Chapel Speaker: Charles Shorten- London Formerly missionary to Angola CALVARY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 166 Victoria Street Pastor Wayne Lester 9 45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship 7.00 p.m. Prayer Service and" vangelistic Service 7:00 p.m, Wednesday Prayer Service ALL WELCOME ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH REI/. EDWIN G. NELSON CHARLES MERRILL ORGANIST SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:00 a.m. Worship Service FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CLINTON SPEAKER: JEROME FABIAN 'SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977. 10 .00 a.m. Sunday School Classes for all age, 11 :OO a.m. Morninq,Worship Everyone Welcome SAINT JOSEPH'S Catholic Church James St. Phone 482 9468 Clinton SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 1977- LENTEN 977LENTEN PROGRAM THE FAMILY IN THE 70's Sunday - 8 p.m. "Alcoholism lathe Family." Speaker:' Father Joseph McGraw Mass Saturday 8.00 p.m Sunday 11 OO a.m Contrs%io,t Saturday 11S p m ALL WELCOME •