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The Stanley Township Hall and equipment garage were moved on
December 5 by Ac Abca moving of Mount Brydges. Gordon Heard
is putting the equipment garage on his property hi Bayfield and the
Traffic backed up as
By Mary Chessell
VARNA - Varna was a pretty congested
. little village last Wednesday morning for
awhile, as hydro and telephone crews were
. on hand to move overhead lines and make
way for the old township hall and shed as
they were moved towards Bayfield. OPP of-
ficers also were busy re-routing traffic. Gor-
, don Heard had the shed moved to his proper-
ty on the Bayfield Road and the hall to a lot,
on what is generally known as the Yogi Bear
road.•
Early December is the time, chosen by
most groups .and companies to have their
Christmas parties, and there were several
in the area last week. On December 1,
Hayter Elevators and Dryers held their par-
ty at the White Carnation. Chris Vossen,
who made the arrangements this year, and
his wife Nancy hosted a pre -dinner party at
their home in Clinton.
Over 50 members and. guests of the
StanLee Seniors enjoyed a pot luck supper
and games at the Stanley Complex on
December 4. Norene Hayter and Evelyn
McKinley, with Anna Keys at the piano, led
carol singing around the beautiful 18 foot
Christmas tree. The Seniors supplied the
tree and • decorations and erected it the
previous Saturday in time for the -season's
hall was to be placed on a tot known as Yogi Bear Road. Ontario
Hydro crews assisted by raising the hydro wires so thebuildings
could pass under. (Anne-Narejko photo) .
old hall moved
parties. Cliff Henderson was high man on
the ladder for the decorating. Elmer Hayter
chaired a short business meeting and an-
nounced that seven new members had join-
ed that' night. Evelyn McBeath gave a
humorous reading. Euchre, bridge and
crokinole were played and both shuf-
fleboard courts were busy. Euchre prizes
were awarded to Eleanor McAsh and Vic
Taylor for the most games won, Mary
Chessell won the lone hand prize, and con-
solation prizes were won by Gladys Peck
and Ruby Triebner.
Although Thursday night's weather was
cold and blustery, there were 30 members,
former members and other guests at Varna
UCW's Christmas meeting. It began with a
pot luck smorgasbord dinner. The commit-
tee responsible for decorating and program
consisted of Bonnie Roy. Mona Stephenson,
Margaret McClymont, Ruth Johnston and
Lynda Postill. Bonnie and Margaret were
unable to attend the meeting because of il-
lness..
Julie Webster played the piano for carol
singing after..supper. Bernice Reid welcom-
ed the guests and expressed her apprecia-
tion for the help and support she had receiv-
ed from the membersduring her two-year
tenure -as president, and the assurance of
continued support for the new president,
Mary Chessell. Helen Taylor offered her
home for making up Christmas boxes for
shut-ins on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 13.
Lynda Postill led the worship service,
with Shirley Hill at the organ. Mona gave a
reading and Ruth Johnston read the
Christmas story from Luke. Julie Webster
played a medley of Christmas music. Helen
Taylor and Eleanor McAsh received the of-
fering, and Mona gave a Christmas benedic-
tion. The scheduled speaker, Shirley Luther
of Hensall, was unable to come because of
the bad weather in that area.
Ruby Webster and Helen Edith Elliott ex-
pressed the thanks of the guests for being in-
vited. Lorna Johnston happily showed pic-
tures 'of her new grandson, Jason Edward
Urquhart of Agincourt, who was born on Oc-
tober 23rd to her daughter Glenda.
On Friday evening the township
employees and those who donated their time
for recreation and sports gathered at. the
complex for a turkey supper served by the
ladies of Zurich Mennonite Church. Euchre
and shuffleboard were enjoyed during the
evening; with the young people having a
good�time at the seniors' favorite game.
Santa carne with his bells jingling and a
pack filled with chocolate bars and candy
canes for everyone.
Eog Horns play for Huronview residents
HU.RONVIEW - A dinner for members of
the Bluewater Blind Club, was held in the
Leginn Hall at Seaforth. .Those attending
from Huronview were Jim Ruddock, Edna
Cantelon, Frank Crich and Josie
Cunningham. Jane Ladd and Dianne Elliott
accompanied residents to Seaforth.
This week Huronview residents again had
the opportunity. of hearing the Fog Horns, a
talented group of musicians from Goderich.
Since we are nearing the end of a year of
celebrating Ontario's bicentennial, it was
only fitting that this particular group bring.
with them a Christmas program.
This festive season. is celebrated
throughout the many countries of the World,
and each one has its own custom and ideas
. ,as to what this wonderful day 'means to
them.. Through the years, many Europeans
and people from other countries came to
North Arnerica and settled here. With them,
they bought their customs and traditions,
but -soon adapted to new ways.
One legend tells of how 1200 years ago in
Northern Germany, St. Boniface came upon
a pagan ceremony where they were
sacrificing a young Prince to the god Thor.
St. Boniface stopped the ceremony and cut
down the "blood oak" .that the young Prince
was tied to. Immediately there sprang up a
fir tree. St. Boniface told the people that the
fir tree was ,the tree of life,' representing
Christ.
At any rate, the Germans are given credit
for being the ones to decorate their trees.
They brought this lovely custom plus some
of the world's best loved carols to their new
homes in Canada.
And so it is with great pleasure, that
1 luronview welcomed the Goderich Fog
I turns.
Family and friends gathered at
Iluronview on Dec. 5 to honor Mrs. Lyla
To all residents and
former residents of the
TOWNSHIP
OF TUCKERSMITH
Applications will bo
received for a patron's list
to be Included in the
TOWNSHIP
OF TUCKERSMITH
HISTORY BOOK
The '15 fee will entitle the patron to
have his name Included In the patron's
list and the copy of the proposed edi-
tion.'
Apply in person pricir to January 15,
1985 at the Municipal Office.
J.R. McLACHLAN
Clerk -Treasurer
Township of TuckersrnIth
Pinner who celebrated her 100th birthday. A
surprise party was held for this remarkable
lady. Mrs.. Pinner enjoys fairly good health,
and is respected for her marvelous sense of
humour. We extend our best wishes to Lyla,
and hope she will have many more happy
years. 1
Roman Catholic Mass with Reverend
John Pluta in charge, was held Friday
morning in the chapel. In the aftei'nnon,
several residents and staff went to the
Christmas tea and bazaar at ARC Industries
in Dashwood.
Sunday morning worship was held in the
chapel, with Reverend Norman Pick in
charge. Everyone's been singing carols in
keeping with the theme of Christmas,. and
residents. are enjoying thisprelude to
Christmas.
The primary choir" with their leaders of
Wesley -Willis Church, Clinton, arrived at
the home, toured the building, and sang
carols as they walked along the corridors. It
was a great feeling to hear these fine voices
and Huronview .appreciates the children
bringing some cheer to the residents.
In the afternoon, residents heard another
musical treat when Patty Munnings came to
entertain the residents. Patty, Who lives in
Clinton is a fine musician, and everyone
enjoyed her talent as she moved from one
piano to another, giving all residents an
opportunity to hear her playing the carols.
As -well, the family of Mrs. Gertrude
Bolger joined with her in a Christmas party
in the auditorium.
CLINTONNEWS-RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12,1984—Page 13
Microfilm allows
a good look at the past
CLINTON - Did you win the pie eating con-
test in 1954? Was your picture in the paper?
Would you like to see that picture again?
Thanks to the invention of microfilm, you
can. The Clinton New Fra from 1874 to 1920,
The Huron News Record from 1874 to 1900,
and The Clinton News Record from 1901 to
date, have been carefully' preserved on
small reels of film which can be viewed on a
microfilm reader at the Clinton Branch
Library.
Unfortunately some of the early editions
are not complete. There are also some edi-
tions of The Blyth Standard and it is possible
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chives of Canada from as early as 1666 to
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date mainly from 1851 to 1881, a copy of
which can be borrowed from The Huron
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genealogical and historical research.
Some new books at the Clinton Branch:
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complete introduction to the buildings, coast
and country owned by the National Trust.
Sea of Slaughter - by Farley Mowat
Intertidal Life - by Audrey Thomas
The Complete Book of Calligraphy - by Em-
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