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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1981-10-07, Page 13It didn't take much convincing for Betty Doherty, left, to talk Mrs. Jim Mair of Clinton into buying some of the delicious baked goods at the St. Joseph's garage sale held last Saturday in the basement of the church. There was a wide range of goods on hand. (James Fitzgerald photo) CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7,1981—PAGE 13 Obituaries Leonard Cook Leonard Cook of Lucknow and formerly of Blyth, pass- ed away September 27, 1981 in the Pinecrest Marcor Nurs- ing Home in his 96th year. He was born February 20, 1 i i'• in East Wawanosh. He is' survived by his beloved wife Ethel Finlay, Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Lucknow; one sister, Mrs. Ivy Cook of Belgrave; three sons, Mansel, Harold and 'Russell; • and two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Johnston and Mrs. Mabel Riley, all of Blyth. Thirty grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren and eight great -great-' grandchildren also survive. He is also survived by nine step -children, Harold Finlay of Wingham, Robert Finlay of Lucknow, Mrs. Edith Wardlaw of Brantford, Mrs. David (Gert) Hynes of Wingham, Mrs. Len (Nora) Schroeter of Clinton, Mrs. Margaret Farrow of Galt, Mrs. John (Doris) Phillips of Thornhill, Mrs. Ken (Bet- ty)Easterbrook of London and Mrs: George (Mary) Prue of Wingham; 19 step - grandchildren and 12 step - great -grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Ella May Taylor (1950); one son, Orval (1966); one step - granddaughter, Claudia Hynes (1978) ; four brothers, Alfred, Fred, Harry and Telford and three sisters, Stella, Violet and Edna. The pallbearers were grandsons, Murray Cook, Don Johnston, Ken Cook, Ivan Cook, Glen Riley and David Cook. Flowerbearers were step -grandchildren, Sandra (Finlay) Rutherford, Paul Finlay, Debbie Prue and Scott Prue. The body rested at the Tasker Funeral Home, Blyth from Monday, September 28 until the funeral, Wednes- day, September 30 at 2 p.m. Interment was in Blyth Union Cemetery. Reginald Clifford A Clinton resident for more than three decades, Reginald C. Clifford of 412 Matilda Street, died at his home on September 20th. He was 71 years Mr. Clifford Wasborn in Bath, England on March 19, Institute to observe "World Food Day" Oct. 16 Mrs. Cecil Elliott, president of the Clinton Women's Institute presided for the regular monthly meeting of the branch which was held on Thursday, September 24 and conducted the opening exercises, and read an article on "World Food Day which will be observed on October 16th, upon a recent decision by the Federal. Government. This day will be observed each year starting in 1981. The Hon. Eugene Whelan, minister of agriculture, is playing a major role in organizing World Food Day. The business was con- ducted by the president, assisted by the secretary' Mrs. C. Lockhart. The sum of $300 was voted toward the restoration of the Clinton' Cemetery Stone Pillars, as ,this entrance had been a gift to the Cemetery Board in 1923 by the Clinton Women's Institute. The Women's Institute County Rally was held in the Hall at Belgrave on Monday, October 5 and several members attended and Mrs. K. Kroesen will bring back a report to the branch. Members of the Clinton W.I. will be responsible to take charge of the baking booth at the Huronview Tea on Wednesday, September 30th. It was decided to hold a card party in the Council Chambers on Thursday, October 29. - The London Area Con- vention will be held in the St. Mary's Community Centre on Thursday and Friday, November 5 and '6 and the "Theme" of the convention will be "Let us take time for all People". The guest speaker will be Miss Elaine Townshend of Clinton. Lois Elliott was appointed as delegate. Among the many recommendations to be dealt with will be a proposal to send ki the name of Mrs. Adelaide Hoodless, Founder of the Women's Institutes in Canada to the government of Canada postage stamp program for 1981, in which four outstanding pioneer women will be picked to appear in future stamp issues. London area takes in 10 Districts and comprises 128 Branches, and with a multitude of members working together to promote many changes for the bet- terment of the homemaker, changes in the laws of our country, and many issues for improving our standard of living - much has been ac- complished. The curator, Mrs. M. Batkin was granted per- mission to have the Book I Tweedsmuir History microfilmed at the D.B. Weldon Libary, University of Western Ontario. A copy of same will then be placed in our local library for preservation and for the use of researchers and historians. Mrs: Chas. Nelson was in charge of the program and dealt with the subject of citizenship and world af- fairs. She had set up a most Photographer to visit Clinton The audience was spell- bound at one of his recent shows, as one mountain scene faded out and another appeared while the hymn "Amazing Grace", played in the background. Professional award winn- Mg photographer Don Van Polen was showing his uni- que multi -media presenta- tion called "God's World and God's Word." Using a gigan- tic 30 ft. x 10 ft. screen and a bank of six projectors, together with stereophonic sound and vivid narration; a powerful sermon from God's "Unwritten Word" will cer- tainly be enjoyed by you. Van Polen is an internationally -known out- door photographer. This pro- gram has l been dedicated especially for the ministry of the World and Canadian Home Bible Leagues. It has been shown in many major cities across the United States and Canada. NOTABLE QUOTES THE BRITISH PEOPLE always seers to be delivered from invasion or defeat by some "fluke" or stroke of "good luck". Marshall Sault, one of Napoleon's ablest generals, once remarked, "There k no beating those English, in spite of their generals". (Prophetic Expositor) "No weapon that k for- med (against thee will prosper". (Isaiah 94.) Notable Quotes Society 553 Kininv le, London, N6G 1P1 lion Van I'Olen The Canadian Home Bible League is happy to have Van Polen share his unique presentation at 8 p.M. on Thursday, October 15, in the Auditorium of the Clinton & District Christian School. There is no admission charge, but a freewill offer- ing for Bible distribution will be taken. colorful and interesting display of articles or mementos gathered on trips across Canada which she and her husband had enjoyed over the years. She stressed that the first step in being a "good citizen" was to build a good character, and practise the art of being a " good citizen", as well as to practise, "The Golden Rule". She spoke of Canada being the largest exporter of food in the world; of the hungry peoples of the world; and how nations are trying to help by sending food; and money for drilling for water, etc., etc. She spoke of the Associated Countrywomen of the World, the mother W.I. organization with, nine million members in 62 countries of the world. Educational programs in all phases have been carried on by Women's Institute leaders in several, un- derprivileged countries. her talk and display was most interesting and educational, and much thought had been given in preparation, and held the interest of all present. At the close Viola con- ducted an Apron -making contest - made from a newspaper. At the close of the meeting lunch was served by Mabel Harvey and her group. Couple residing in Seaforth Lovely, white glads, yellow spiders and red carnations decorated the front of the Free Reformed church, Munro, near Mit- chell, for the double ring ceremony of Jo -Ann Henrietta Salverda and George Lubbers on September 4, 1981. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Salverda of Clio - ton and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lambert Lubbers of Seaforth, Ont. Rev. C. A. Schouls conducted the double ring ceremony and Anno Otten, brother-in- law of the bride was organist. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a white floor -length wedding gown. The 'top was of a French lace overlay which was also down the back and bottom of the dress. On her head she wore a Juliet cap with a fingertip veil edged with lace. She carried a bouquet of pink roses and stephanotis. Marion Brink, second cousin of the bride, was maid of hnour and the bridesmaids were Jacqueline deRover, cousin of the bride, Joan Bergsma and Jo -Ann Pol, both nieces of the bride. All the attendants wore floor - length grape coloured dresses,ith a French pleated cape and they carried bouquets with white daisies, small yellow ball mums and baby's breath with pink ribbon within and hanging down from the bouquets. In their hair'they wore three yellow ball mums: The flowergirl was Pamela Salverda, niece of the bride and she wore a floor -length pink satin dress, and she carried a basket with white daisies, baby's breath and roses and this was also in a bunch in her hair. Gary Vandenbrink, firned of the groom, was the best man and the ushers were Steve Lubbers, brother of the groom, John Lubbers, cousin of the groom, and Jack Lubbers, brother of the groom. Jason Otten, nephew of the bride was the ring - bearer. Following the ceremony, the dinner and reception was held at MONUMENTS MARKERS . CEMETERY LETTERING MONUMENT CLEANING & REPAIR DON DENOMME AREA REPRESENTATIVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AN'Y7IME Phone 524-6621 T. PRYDE 8. S:• N LTD. 0utINESS EST 1920 Mr. & Mrs. George Lubbers Jervis Studio Photo Seaforth Community Arena. Prior to the wedding, the bride was honoured at showers given by Marion Brink, Margaret Brink, JO - Ann Pol and Debbie Schouls from the church. One given by Ailene and Dorothy Salverda, Lori Smith and Jacqueline de Rover for l'elatives of the bride and groom to be, and one given by Sandy Stewart, Donna Gibbings, Connie Van Loo and Sharnon Snell from the community. The couple are now residing at 82 East William Street, Seaforth. Wingham Memorials *Guaranteed . Granite *Cemetery Lettering *Buy Direct and save Commissions BUS. PHONE 347-1910 RES. 357-1015 GO DUTCH THIS SPRING (And be ready for Clinton's second KlompenFeest next May!) With bulbs imported from Holland. Tulips, hyacinths. daffodils. and many other' to ch000e from. Pknt now for a beautiful spring. IMPORTED FROM HOLLAND GET THEM WHILE SELECTION IS AT ITS BEST FROM VERBEEK!S FARM & GARDEN CENTRE 22 Isaac St,, d,INTON 482-9333 SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED OVER 50 YEARS CLINTON SEAFORTH Area Represenative MICHAEL FALCONER 153 High Street CLINTON 482-9441 GODERICH AREA Representative ROBERT McCALLUM 11 Cambria Road GODERICH 524-7345 1910 to Albert and Louise Clifford. He moved to Canada in 1929 and farmed in the Seaforth area until 1942. Moving to Clinton at that time, Mr. Clifford was employed as a stationary engineer with the Depart- ment of National Defence at the Canadian Forces Base in Clinton, retiring when the base closed in 1971. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Clinton. Mr. Clifford had been ill for the past several years and through St. 'Joseph's Hospii;al in London was on pertoneal dialysis for nearly three years. Mr. Clifford was married to Hazel McMichael in 1938 and he is survived by his wife. He is also survived by two sons, Bert of Stratford and• Ron of Orleans. Gran- dchildren Bill and Brenda Clifford of Orleans and Dave Clifford of Stratford also sur- vive Mr. Clifford. Also surviving are three brothers Albert Clifford of Bristol, England; Frank Clifford of Heathfield, England and Bill Champ of Bristol, England. Four sisters, Mrs. Ted (Doris) Williams of Bath, England; Mrs. May Mason of Brad- ford, ° England; Mrs. Kathleen Pye of Bradford, England; Mrs. Malcolm (Edith) Russell of `Bristol, England, also survive their brother. Mr. Clifford was predeceased by one brother Stanley, and one grandson Michael Clifford; along with his parents. Funeral services were )- held at the Beattie Funeral Home in Clinton on Sep- tember 22nd. PastorEdward Anderson officiated and interment followed in the Clinton Cemetery. The' pallbearers included two grandsons, Dave and Bill Clifford, and three nephews, Brian, Larry and Bob McMichael, and John lutherland. PRYDE MONUMENTS PR`]DE The Pryde Name Represents Over 60 Years Of Service To Huron & Surrounding Counties May we have the privilege of serving you with your memorial needs ORDER NOW! - Over 150 monuments on display and ready for installation this fall. — All priced well below regular 1981 • prices. — Compare before you buy — We have the most fully equipped shop right here in Exeter to give you the finest quality and service possible. — The only service and product we sell is cemetery memorials. — All work fully guaranteed. }f;. Pryde Monuments 293 Main St., Exeter Phone 235-0620 Area .Representative Don Denomme Bus. 482-9505 Res. 524-6621 Anglican St. Paul's Anglican Church' THE REV. JAMES R. BROADFOOT B.A. M: Div. SUNDAY, OCT. 11, 1981 17th SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY 11:30 A.M. Morning Prayer and Sermon SERMON: "TESTED BUT GLORIFIED" SUNDAY SCHOOL & NURSERY AVAILABLE DURING, MORNING WORSHIP ./ Christian Reformed 1 Christian Reformed Church iNt 243 Princess St. E., Clinton • REV. ARIE VANDEN BERG B.D., Th. M. SUNDAY, OCT. 11, 1981 10 A.M. Worship Service REV. PETER SLOFSTRA 3 P.M. Worship Service REV. BERNIE BAKKER Thanksgiving Day MON., OCT. 12TH 10 A.M. THANKSGIVING SERVICE I All visitors welcome L Watch "FAITH 20" at 9:30 A.M. on Global T.V. i Pentecostal Calvary Pentecostal Church 166 Victoria St - Clinton Pastor: Paul Shevchuk 9:45 A.M. Sunday School 10:45 A.M. Morning Worship 7:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer Service ALL WELCOME Church Services Fellowship Bible Chapel 162 Maple Street Clinton SPEAKER: CLEASON WEBBER, WAiLENSTEIN SUNDAY 9:45 A.M. Worship Service 11:00 A.M. Family Bible Hour & Sunday School 7:00 P.M. Evening Service TUESDAY 7:30 P.M. Prayer Meeting THURS. 7 P -m• Awana Clubs Presbyterian St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church THE REV. THOMAS A.A. DUKE CHARLES MERRILL ORGANIST SUNDAY, OCT. 11, 1981 10 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP 10 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL • ALL WELCOME United Wesley -Willis United Church PEOPLE SERVING GOD PHROUGH SERVING PEOPLE MINISTER - REV. JAMES BECHTEL B.A-, B.D. Organist - Miss Catharine Potter Choir Director - Mrs, Wm. Hearn SUNDAY, OCT. 11, 1981 11 A.M. Worship Service SERMON: "BOTH EAST AND WEST" Nursery $ Sunday School HOLMESVILLE 9 45 A M. Worship Service and Sunday School "THE LAST SUPPER' HOLY COMMUNION United Ontario Street United Church 1A5 Ontario Si Clinton MINISTER REV R. NORMAN PICK ORGANIST LOUISE McGREGOR 18TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST OCTOBER 11, 1981 11 A.M Church School 11 A.M Thanksgiving Service *Note: "AU TIMES DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME" J