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Clinton News-Record, 1983-12-21, Page 13Father Time was a little mixed up and brought out Wanda the Witch, played by Susan Jewitt, in his search from Christmas this year at the Clinton Public School's play. The performance, Computerized Christmas was a hit. ( Shelley McPhee photo) The Easter Bunny at Christmas? Yes, the floppy eared rabbit, played by Debbie Draper, made a guest appearance at the Clinton Public School Christmas play. She didn't stay long and quickly hopped away to find a warm place to curl up for the winter. Shelley McPhee photo) UCW enjoy potluck dinner By Isabel Scott BRUCEFIELD - A potluck dinner was en- joyed by members of the Stanley UCW Unit at the home of Mrs_ Cliff Henderson on Dec. 14. Mrs. Henderson led the worship with Mrs. E. McBeath at the piano for the carols. Several members gave Christmas poems. and the Christmas story was read by Jean from St. Luke_ Isabel Scott read the minutes and Retta Baird reported for the card committee_ The treasurer's report was given. The next meeting will be at the church on Jan. 10 at 1. 30 for units 1 and 2. +++ Mr. and Mrs_ Fred McGregor of Woodstock spent the weekend at the home of Mrs Gregor McGregor. Misses Ina and Ellen Scott of London visited on Saturday with relatives here. Mrs. Violet Ross is a patient in. Clinton Public Hospital due to a fall in her home. Mr_ and Mrs. Gary Triebner and family of Fort St. Johns. B.C. are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. DAvid Triebner and other relatives for the holidays. UCW are in the festive spirit HOLMESVILLE - A tape recording of the Christmas story was presented to the ladies of the Flotmesville UCW at their Christmas meeting. This was followed by a prayer given by leader Elaine Bechtel. Jean Perdue read a poem and readings were given by Mrs. Bechtel and Jean Ginn. The collection and Christmas stockings were received from the members. A poem was read by Lorene Young. President Phyllis Cox opened the business meeting: Ada Tebbutt gave the nominating committee report and the slate of officers was accepted. They will take their new positions at the January meeting. Best wishes and a wedding gift was presented to Irene Cudcnore by Mrs. Perdue on behalf of the ladies. A festive lunch was served by Verna Lobb, Mrs. Cox. Doris Batkin, Barb Betties and Muriel Grigg. Christmas poem Christmas is a time for gifts and celebra- tion. Celebration for our Christ child's birth, We get butterflies in our stomach when we wake at seven o'clock, we take our time to show what Christmas is worth, We like to get whats in'our stockings, You shove down your breakfast to open our gifts. You never know you could get a Pac - Man or a Stock Ticker. Or you never know you could get a bright light flicker, But be good for you know. You may get a puppy or a miniature pony. You could get some candies or some skin- tight jeans. They are rn style for the teens, But please never forget most of all, Who made our Christmas Oh so tall' Joy Johnson Holmesville ss /i'a!yt By Margaret Hoggarth KIPPEN - Kippen East Women's Institute held their Christmas Party in Hensall United Church on Dec. 15. A turkey dinner was served by the members, topped off with a birthday cake for all those with birthdays in December; Frances Kinsman, Ross Da- ly, Janet Hoggarth, Yvonne Reynolds and Leanne Richardson were the birthday peo- ple. Lucky plate was won by Jim Chalmers, lucky door ticket was won by Ross Daly. Guessing the candies in a jar was won by Helen MacLean. Highest combined ages was won by Mr and Mrs. Wm. McDowell. Youngest person was Aaron Savage. lis 1(l Longest fingernail was Mary Whitehouse: man with hairiest chest was Carl Payne. Guessing the combined weight of the presi- dent, secretary and treasurer was won by Eileen Townsend at 515 lbs. During the dish washing ceremony Agnes Eyre conducted a contest which was won by the Savage family and Al Hoggarth's table. President Mrs. Drummond welcomed the guests and members. Mrs. Jack Sinclair read a Christmas Prayer for Peace, and in- troduced the guest speaker Ross Daly who spoke on a very thought-provoking topic on farming past, present and what does the future hold'. He was thanked by Mrs. Vern Alderdice. I bout far Mrs. Dave Triebner read Walter's Words of Wisdom. Ruby Triebner offered her home for the March meeting and courtesy remarks were given by Mrs. Robert Kinsman. Santa Claus made his appearance to the music of Christmas by Mrs. Ross Broadfoot United Church News St. Andrew's, Kippen, held their service on Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. with Pastor Don Moffat in the pulpit. The Green Advent candle was lit, green being the color of hope. Music was presented by the choir and White Gift offering envelopes realized $101.05, the proceeds of which were given to the Salvation Army. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1983—PAGE 13 mg There will be a Christmas Eve Pageant and Carol Servic.. icn Dp,. ^4 7;30 at Brucetreld: this will include the combined Kippen and Brucefield choirs and student • Pageant. Then on Christmas Day Dec. 25, there will be one service only at Kippen Church, at 10 a.m. r Al and Margaret Hoggarth, accompanied by Bob and Dorothy Taylor, went to Coll- ingwood on Dec. 16 to pick up the Carmel Presbyterian Church Plates which are now available from several church members - Dorothy at 236-4725, Winnie at 262-2241 and Margaret at 262-6902. Kenya school pr -incisal visits Varna couple By Mary Chessell VARNA - Janice Webster has graduated from Conestoga College - Health Sciences Division - Stratford Campus. Graduating ceremonies were held on Nov. 25 at St. Joseph's Church, Stratford. Joseph Mutisyi of Kenya, who is visiting Canada with Crossroads International, was a weekend guest of Gordon and Ruby Hill. Mr. Mutisyi is principal of a rural elemen- tary schooi with an enrolment of 425 students, and a teacher in a 300 -member Sunday School. At Varna Church on Sunday, he told the children how the children of Kenya celebrate Christmas by spending the day at church. They begin arriving at seven in the morning. During the first session, they are presented with gifts and awards of Bibles, hymn books, etc. About 9:30 they take a break, and their parents arrive for three hours of worship at 10 o'clock. The singing is lively, and the churches are full of young people, so important to the life and stability of the church, according to Joseph. After having lunch together, the parents leave. The children then exchange gifts of fruit, etc. and stay until four. Joseph told them that some of the children in his Sunday School have no clothes at all, !t HIWSTWIAS REETINs FRANK. MacDOHALD Plumbing and Heating Ltd. CLINTON 482-7600 J Each passing year brings a deeper appreciation of the pleasant associations and loval friendships acquired in the course of business. . 11 this holiday time it seems most appropriate to express our thanks and to extend Season's Greetings. the coming year bring good health, happiness and prosperity to you and to your loved ones. Isabel and Frank ANNIE STIRLING wishing you and yours a world of happiness and cheer we're so glad ro nave been of service ACTIN T RATTENBURY ST. EAST CLINTON CA.E SUTHERLAND ub 482-9300 and reminded them how fortunate they are to live in this country, and be so well dress- ed. He will be going home next week, where there is a new baby, born in November, which he hasn't seen. The `Birthday Party for Jesus" is in Var- na church this year, at 7:30 on Friday even- ing. Gifts of money will be given to Marg Robinson for the Temanggung Christian School Foundation in Indonesia. Santa visits Bayfield apartments On Friday evening the residents of Clan Gregor Apartments were surprised to discover that Mr. and Mrs. Santa were pay- ing them a visit to bring them the season's greetings. After a short call at each apartment the Clauses completed their visit with some communal carol singing in the lounge. No reindeer were sighted, maybe it was a little too soon for that. But the surprise visitation provided a lively interlude for the residents. !PM ;:!4 !IIS to our many new friends and customers Thanks for making our first few months in business enjoyable ones! SHIRLEY BURUMA ASTRID PLASSCHAERT STACY PLANT .• •0 o a • o s 0 :