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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1983-06-29, Page 6(15 BIB ACTS is) PAGE 6 —CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, W>F:1)NESDAY, JUNE 29, 1983 h y Sheron Stade!maim The Blyth Recreation is sponsoring a playground program this sumrner for six weeks_ Rachel and Catherine Bat- tye and Grace Buffinga and Karen Souch will be the supervisors. Children from 3 to 13 years old are welcome to attend_ Included in the program are crafts for the younger children, games, trips, cam - pouts and wading pool super- vision. Registration will be at Blyth Arena on June 30th and July 1st from 3-6 p.m. For further information please contact Rachel Bat- tye 523-9658. People Report Mrs. Patricia Longmore and her baby daughter have been visiting with her sister and husband Richard and Sheila McKay of Blyth for a couple of weeks. Mrs. Longmore and her husband ore with the Armed Forces Base at Cold Lake, Alberta. Joan Clark reports that the canvass in Blyth for the Wingham and District Association for the Mentally Retarded raised $642.50. She thanks the canvassers for the successful campaign of Blyth. United News July Services in the Blyth United Church will be con- ducted as follows: July 3 and 10 .. Rev. Arthur Gardner, Goderich; July 17 and 24 - M r . Jack Whytock, Whitechurch; July 31 - Visitation Sunday, Church closed. A Message from the Cowans: "Sunday was our last. regular service with you. The past 10 months have been wonderfully rewarding as Doris and I, in our own "lay" fashion have attempted to serve God as we served the people of this church and community. We I� I*. I► * 11 * 1 YTH SUNDAY, JULY 3 2:00 PM LIONS PARK SPONSOR: MINOR SPORTS i UNDER THE BIC TOP MARTIN AND DOWNS Cts MOM AND DAD... BRING THE KIDS CIRCUS HORNING TO WATCH THE ANIMALS BEING FED. SEE THE FAMOUS CRAIG'S HOLLYWOOD ELEPHANTS... FEATURED ON CTV•S CIRCUS. FUNNY CLOWNS • 2 GREAT DOG ACTS -DANCING PONIES - HAND SAL APACING SKILLED JUGGLERS -UNICYCLE STARS - LUCKY THE LLAMA•MONKEY ACTORS -DARING AERIAL AND ACROBATIC STARS. ALL ADVANCE TICKETS: 63.00 AT 0008: ADULT °4.00 CHILD'3.30 An prices Include tan. NO ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD CleCUS DAY Ad,,anc® VI¢ta®ta mvaaIIc,ble from BLYTM MINOR SPORTS MEMBERS and of the Followlnq locations B LYTH: Slytto Ms.:at liArarkoi Trlplo K Res$rsurmnt LONDESeORO: MelSch®Ira P ally Morl,o$ Cl INTON: Jerry Menton Sports AUBURN: Mrs. Allen Crop VISIT OUR PYTHON SNAKE 11Xme Jrf, PONT RIDES AND OTHER MIDWAY ATTRACTIONS U TOAE AND AFTER MAIN SHORN at troll additional coat. If ecreation sponsors are leaving with most plea- sant memories of the chur- ch, the people and the events of Blyth. We sincerely hope that the old friendships we renewed on coming here and the new friendships we have made will continue and grow even stronger. We thank you fur the spirit of love in which we were received and which alas been clearly demonstrated in so many ways. "1 hope to continue my ministry in Sunday or short- term supply and would be honored to come back to Blyth on that basis if there is ever a need. In the mean- time, we would be pleased to have you visit us or keep in touch with us at 26 Juliette Ave. in Chatham, N7L 3Y5, telephone 352-8310." Mr. George Cowan preach- ed his last sermon on Sunday at the United Church. Mrs. Donald Kai was the organist and choir director. Mr. Cowan and Adaline Camp- bell sang a duet. After the church service a gift was presented to Mr. and Mrs. George Cowan by Bill Burkholder. Higgins Clan Reunion The 60th anniversary of the Higgins clan re -union was held June 26 at Women's Institute Hall in Belgrave with 79. signing the register. The afternoon was enjoyed by visiting and viewing old pictures on display that had been taken at previous re- unions. A variety of games were conducted by the sports com- mittee: Bill and Ruth Ann Higgins and Jack and Doreen Marks. Special interest was the ceremonial cutting of a cake made and decorated in the colours of the Higgins crest by Mrs. Jerry Higgins of Stratford. It was cut by the oldest member of the family present, Mrs. Lila Higgins, Belgrave. Stewart Higgins, Presi- dent, welcomed everyone before dinner was served. Musicalselections by Donna and Ruth Higgins were en- joyed- Mrs_ Velma Shera, Wingham, gave two ap- propriate readings. A short history of the origin of the Higgins re- union was given by Joe Hig- gins of Mitchell. The 1923 re- union began on the river hank of hie father's F'rrn nn rogram the 6th of Turnberry. An illustrated talk from data on research done by his father John, on the family history notes from Ireland, was given by Don and Eileen Higgins, Komoka. Lunch was served by Tom and Edna Pletch; Chester and Wilda Higgins; Jerry and Marlene Higgins; John and Merle Cousins. Guests were present from London, Stratford, Waterloo, Stayner, Wroxeter, Mitchell, Wingham, Erin, Gorrie, Belmore, Brussels, Walton, Belgrave, Tavistock. Ilder- ton, Orangeville, Blyth. Slate of officers for 1 are: president, Lloyd War- wick; first vice-president. Ross Higgins; second vice- president, Don Higgins; third vice-president, Arthur Fitch; secretary -treasurer, Lenora Davidson; sports, Brenda and Lorren McDonald and Ruth and Donna Higgins; invitations, Gladys Haskins, Rena Fitch, ernice Higgins; lunch, Michael and Jean Kiag; Don and Pat Pattison; James and Bonnie Hogan; Earl and Audrey Fitch. Blyth graduation held Graduation exercises were held for Blyth Public School students last week. On June 21, the Kindergarten students presented their assembly under the direction of Mrs. Hoonaard- Following the program by the students, a graduation, including the presentation of diplomas, was observed. Parents and friends then held a party with the Kindergarten graduates. On June 23, the Grade 8 Banquet was held in the United Church basement. Following dinner, a Grade 6, 7 choir under the direction of Mrs. Shirley Vincent, enter- tained those present. Bob McCall, the Superintendent of Cur- riculum, spoke to the students. Julie Howson then gave the Valedictorian ad- dress. Awards were presented to the graduates. Awards went to the following students: General Proficiency - Julie RINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH U CH Summer Sunday Schedule Sunday, June 26th -11 A.M. Sunday Worship and Parish Picnic at ST. JOHN'S - BRUSSELS (No service In Blyth) Sunday, July 3rd August 28th Service at 9 A.M. Howson; Over 80 Club - Julie Ann Young, David Sparling, Kent Patterson, Trudy No- ble, Roseann Machan, John Leibold, Selina Hubbard and Julie Howson; Improvement - Chris Sills, Anita Bos, Bob- by Jo Marks; Public Speak- ing - David Sparling, Anita Bos, Shane Snell and Suzie Campbell; Science - Trudy Noble; Math - John Leibold and Julie Howson; English - David Sparling; Social Studies - Julie Howson; Citizenship - Jeff Howson and Karen Phillips; Art - Colleen Glousher; Maitland Valley Contest - Roseann Machan. Several Sports Awards were presented including Track and Field and Soccer. Newlyweds to reside in Atwood Gary Lyle Hopper of Atwood and Donna Vallance of Harriston were married on June 18 at the Calvin Presbyterian Church in Harriston. Rev. George R. Bell of- ficiated at the double ring ceremony. The groom is the son of the late Stanley and Jean Hopper of Morris Township. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Vallance of Harriston. Becky Firby of Atwood was the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Darlene Quigly of Harriston, Judy Vallance of Harriston and Debbie Hopper of Palmerston. Ken Firby of Atwood was the best man. Guests were ushered into the church by Wayne Cook of Belgrave, Darby and Kim Vallance, both of Harriston. Following the ceremony a reception was held at the Harriston Legion Hall. Thenewlyweds are making their home in Atwood. C RADIO and TV SALES &SERVICE Repairs to.. Small Appliances and T.V. Tower Sales *Radios & T.V. *Satellite Receivers Blyth Larry Bolger PROP® Drummond St. East 523-4559 The 1983 graduating class from Blyth Public School in- cludes, front row, left to right, Kent Patterson, Mike Mahon, Shane Snell, Suzie Campbell, Jeff Howson, Nicole Brooks and Colleen Glousher. Centre row. Karen Philips, Anita Bos, Bobbi Jo Marks, Trudy Noble, Julie Ann Young Walton honors anniversary pair By Betty McCall Over 200 guests attended the open house for Nelson and Annie Reid's 50th wed- ding anniversary on June 19 in the church basement of Duff's United. Congratulations were ex- tended from their relatives, neighbours and friends. Pouring tea were Mrs. Jean Scott, Mrs. Jim Williamson, Mrs. Laura Machan and Mrs. Rena Watt. Assisting serving were Alice Searle, Maxine Marks, Audrey Hackwell, Mildred Traviss, Laura Murray and Phyllis Mitchell. The family dinner followed in the church parlour with 44 guests present. Attending from a distance were from Sarnia, Bramalea, Oregon, Exeter, Kitchener, Waterloo, Montreal, London, Bayfield, Clinton and sur- rounding communities. Mr. and Mrs. Alex McNabb, Oregon, U.S. re- mained for a holiday with the Reids and other relatives. Mrs. Katie Stimore, Strat- ford spent a couple nights at the Reid home attending their anniversary celebra- tions. Mr. and Mrs. Donnie McDonald and family of THE BIXYH STANDARD REONIE5 ECir David Longstaff Ltd. Optician 87 Main St. South. SEAFORTH Optometrist's and Ophthalmologist's Prescriptions Filled Promptly SUMMER HOURS: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 10:00 a. m. - 5:30 p.m. Closed Wednesday & Saturdays COMPLETE OPTICAL SERVICE 527-1303 GENERAL Gordon Elliott ;19-321-4322 LIFE R. John Elliott 319-523-1323 ELLIOTT INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. INS(lRAN( E IN All BRANCHES F Stahl,Shed 1910 BI_YTH, ONTARIO NOM 1H0 519-523-4481 I\. F')TO< s \,9ORTAL ITY INSIIRAN( E FRED LAWRENCE Electrical Contractor HOME. FARM -tM) COMMERCIAL WIRING PHONE At,BI RN 526-7505 H.T. 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WI Meets The June meeting of the Walton Women's Institute was held Wednesday in the community hall with 16 members present. Business was led by presi- dent, Mrs- Ken McDonald assisted by Mrs. Bill Hum- phries. There was some discus- sion with plans to be made later for catering to corning events. Education and Cultural Activities convener, Mrs. Lavern Godkin in- troduced guest speaker, Mrs. Les I Cathy I Glanville who demonstrated paper tolls. It is working in three dimensions, building up from the start. Each member worked on a bird. She was thanked by Mrs. Bill Shortreed for her display. and Heather McDonald. Back row, Principal Jill Black, John Leibold, Kevin Scrimgeour, David Sparliing, Chris Sills, Lori Appleby, Selina Hubbard, Roseann Machan and Julie Howson. 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