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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1985-09-18, Page 24fellowshi Baker -Stanley Mark Baker and Kimberley Anne Stanley, both of Toronto were married on August 10 at the Chesley Mennonite Church. Earnie Martin and Linus Work . officiated. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Brian Baker of Clinton and the bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Stanley of RR 1 Hanover. Harriet Loyer of London was the maid of honor and bridesmaids were Kerrie Stanley of Hanover, Susan Adams of Toronto and Jan Fowler of Elliot Lake. Greg Wise of London was the best man and guests Were usheredinto the church by Christopher and Jonathan Baker, both of Clinton and Mark Stanley of Hanover. A wedding recep- tion was held at the Chesly_Commutlity Cen- tre. The newlyweds are living at No.,403-645 William St., London. (Mark Seabrook photo) Pro.arns for young and of • • Sorority visits Music, : ox CLINTON - Eleven members of Zeta Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met at Anne Levis' home on September 10 and held a pot luck supper. Anne took members to Murray Draper's Music Box building for her program. Mur- ray demonstrated several music boxes from cylinder to disc models then on to phonographs, a player piano and organs. Some date back to before,the 1850s, Deanne Stevenson played a tune on one of the organs. Back at Anne's home the meeting pro- gressed and President Judy Stuart welcom- ed everyone. A motion was made to donate $25 to the Clinton Rovers. Mention was made that the Epilepsy On- tario Chapter in Clinton is holding a fashion show in November at the Benmiller Inn. The Zeta Omegas will be assisting in selling tickets. Joanne Carr volunteered to be a model at the show. Vice President Marilyn Tyndall reported that the Rush Party will be held October 8. Marilyn also has the Travelling Basket. President Stuart went over the upcoming calendar year and each committee reported on future events. The annual Scavenger Hunt will be held on October 5 at Gail Sinclair's. Ladies Night Out will be held in Goderich on October 25. A Mystery Bus Tour with the other chapter is set for November 9 and the bus trip to Lulus is November 30. The next meeting will be held at Dianne Collyer's on September 24. , Members and their husbands enjoyed a challenging game of golf on August 31 at the Maitlan Country: Club. Prizes were award- ed to the High Score Couple - Gail Sinclair, Paul Stevenson; Low Score Couple - Judy Stuart, Chuck Chambers. A buffet dinner was served and a party followed at the McMahons. Lifelongarea resident dies Doris and Lloyd and his wife Isabel Batkin, all of Clinton. Also surviving are brother-in- law, Edna and Alvin Cox of Clinton, Jack and Jean Cook of Goderich and Irene and Dres Beck of Ottawa, as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Ball and Falconer Home, Clinton, on September 13 with Rev, James Bechtel of the Holmesville United Church officiating. Interment was held at the Clinton Cemetery. Pallbearers were Raymond Cook of Goderich, Brian Cox of London, Robert Elliott, Ivan Colclough, William Norman and Frank Yeo, all of RR3 Clinton. ' William Jervis Batkin A lifelong Goderich Township resident, William Jervis Batkin died at Clinton Public Hospital on September 11: He was 74. Mr. Batkin, the son of the late John W. Batkin and Fannie ^Jervis, was born on Fr>hr,wry 3 1Q11 On June 30, 1932 he was married to Doris Irene Huller at the Holmesville Parsonage. The couple lived and farmed in Goderich Township. Along with his wife, Mr. Batkin is surviv- ed by two brothers, Mervyn and his wife Masons support School On Wheels CLINTON - That 80 Foot -Long 55 -ton railway car parked beside the trees and pic- nic tables in Clinton's Sloman Memorial Park may not be going anywhere but it sure has been places. For 39 years School On Wheels number 15089; carried education and companionship to the small isolated places along the 148 miles of CN railway line between Capreol and Foleyet in Northern Ontario. It was the 'only school many children ever knew, a home for teacher Fred Sloman and his family, and a community centre that brought friendship to many people whose only link with the rest of the world was the railway. It now is the centre of attraction in its permanent home on the Bayfield Rivet. A great deal of restoration work has been done by dedicated volunteers. All purchases have been paid for by donations, but much remains to be done to make the car a place where school children can experience a day of learning in a School On Wheels and tourists can visit a unique museum.d. Through the South Huron Masonic District Heritage Project the Masons are raising. funds to complete the refurbishing of 'the car and maintaining it as an historic at- traction for all to enjoy. They are utilizing ` the resources of.the Masonic Foundation,of Ontario to collect money for regional pro- jects whereby the money donated stays in the area where the contributing brethren can visualize the results of .their effort. Receipts for income tax purposes will be issued to donors. In 1926 the late Fred Sloman, a native of Clinton, took his wife Cela and their baby daughter into the Northern Ontario wilderness where he became the' first teachkir ,on the first railway school car in Canada, a converted pullman sleeper. The idea of School On Wheels was so successful that soon half a dozen cars donated by the CNR and CPR were in operation in Ontario. Cars were parked on sidings for'five days at a time. Pupils would be given enough homework until its next visit. Freight trains would move the cars between stops. Children of railway workers, native people, trappers, prospectors, men who cut down the trees to supply the lumber, pulp and paper mills; they came by dog sled, canoe, snowshoes or .on foot from the primitive homes, many of them learn the language as well as the three R's. For her great work in helping her teacher husband make life more pleasant for the CLINTON - September started a busy season at the Clinton Christian Reformed Church. • Teachers and leaders are preparing for various programs. 'l"he church educational classes are being held. according to age 'levels. Programs for boys and girls, 10 to 14 years old, are available in which the children learn more of God's word and how , it applies to them. Badges. are earned through various projects. The yodth are preparing for the '85-'86 season in which they will be involved in events such as a pot luck supper, parents' night, games night and candlelight service. The Dutch senlhr citizens meet on Tues- day afternoons for a couple of hours of con- versation and Bible reading. They .are plan- ning a bazaar at the Clinton Legion on Oc- titber 18, The evangelism colnniittee is organizing the Mission Yard Sale, to be held September 21 at 233 High Street. Proceeds will go to special needs of the poor in the Dominican Eiepublic. On Septcniber 21 the Pro -Life chapter will be involved in a rally 'Christian Toronto. A bus will leave the Clinton Christian ' Reformed • Church at 0:30 a.m. For further informa- tion, call Mrs..J. Nykamp, 482-3028. SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED, OVFR 60 YEARS ter s, Clinton Area MICHAEL FALCONER 153 HIGH STREET, CLINTON 482-9441. Goder,ch Area ROBERT McCALLUM 1 1 CAMBRIA ROAD, GODERICH 524-7345 PRYDE MONUMENTS (Established since 19191 District Showroom SUNCOAST MALL Goderich, Ont. Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm Telephone: 524-2337 Evening Appointments Call DON DE NOM;ME Telephone 524-6621 Full-time Memorial Counsellor QUOTE Of T HE WEEK "This world is the arena of tests, trials, and calamitltes. All the existing things are targets for the arrows of mortalities; therefore, one must not feel sad or disheartened on account of the travails or become hopeless over the intensity of misfortune and distress." Baha'i Faith For moi?e information Contact Boca 1250 Clinton. If you're NEW IN TOWN and don't know which way to turn, call 9/Veranncarsoll hostess at 524-2202 or I" 524-2544 parents as well as the children, Cela Sloman was a member of the Order Of Canada by Gov. -Gen. Jeanne Sauve. When the original coach became too small to provide adequate schoolroom and living quarters for the Sloman's and their five children, in 1940 the CNR donated a Dining car, built in 1914, to the Ontario Department of Education. It was rebuilt and refurnish- ed, one half as a school and the other as liv- ing quarters. Mrs. Sloman taught the mothers, many of them newcomers to Canada, the language and customs of their new country. Mr. Sloman showed movies witn a hand - operated projector in the, even- ings and there was cocoa or coffee and cookies after the show. After the Slomans retired in 1964 the car was lost for a number of years but it turned up in 1982 in Mississauga rail yards, the vic- tim of vandals and flames. The Town of Clinton purchased the historic vehicle and CN rail delivered it to Clutton where school children gave it a rousing welcome. BAGOT—TALBOT Lori A. Talbot, daughter of Lynda Talbot and Bradley J. Bagot, son of Lillian and Lou Bagot, were married Aug. 10, 1985 at Knox Presbyterian Church, Bayfield with Rev. Lockhart G. Royal officiating. Maid of honor was Cindy Talbot, of Goderich, sister of the bride while bridesmaids were Mary Lynn Gibson, of Goderich, aunt of the bride, Patti Rau, of Zurich, friend of the. bride and Sharon Bagot, of Etobicoke, sister-in-law of the bride. Flowergirl was Lea Ann Armstrong, friend of the bride. Kevin Bagot, of Etobicoke, brother of the groom was best man and ushers were Pat Brandon, Barry' Warren and Mike Warner, all friends of the groom. The reception was held at the Bayfield Community Centre. After a honeymoon in Florida, the couple resides in Bayfield. (Photo by Colleen Maguire) Public Library Week approaches An exciting first! The Ministry of Citizen- ship and Culture has proclaimed September 23-29, 1985 to be the official Ontario Public Library Week. All around the province, public libraries will be taking this onnor- tunity to enthusiastically promote our many valuable services. If you haven't visited your local branch library lately, why not drop in during On- tario Public Library Week? You may be sur- prised. Libraries aren't just for books any more. Records, talking books, films and more can be borrowed through your local branch library. Bring the whole family. Libraries have something for all ages, . tastes and backgrounds. Just ask your friendly library staff and they'll be happy to help find something that's just right for you. Information is essential to the community In 1984 • Cela Sloman, . Clinton Mayor, , Chester Archibald and CN's Jack Chut.c' helped drive a 'gold spike at the park to celebrate the 70th birthday of the car. The spike and a plaque are displayed at the site. Some of the more- than 1,000 graduates (including five Slomans) attended the ceremony. Battleship linoleum under refurbished desks, sliding blackboards, roll up maps hang from the ceiling, shelves of old school books, chemistry equipment in glass fronted cupboards,' ornate sliding blinds with brass trim, plus pictures of `how the car looked when it arrived in Clinton illustrate the story of the ,work that has gone into the restoration of this unique bit of Ontario's . education history. WE BUY AND SELL USED • PAPERBACK BOOKS caE NOM AND VARIETY 1 5 VICTORIA ST. - CLINTON OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 8 AM -1 1 PM i 1 .al~t14 l yLnniIIl Na1cu-ncr FUNERAL HOME LTD. BOX FUNERAL CHAPEL 153 HIGH STREET 47 HIGH STREET CLINTON SEAFORTH 482-9441 MRS. WILLIAM BATKIN of R.R. 3 Clinton died on Wednesday, September 11, 1985. Funeral service was held Friday, September 13, 1985. Fellowship Bible Chapel 162 Maple Street Sunday, September 22 , Clinton 9:45 a.m. Worship & Remembrance 11 a.m. Sunday School & Family Bible Hour Gideon Society conducting service 7 p.in. Evening Service Speaker: Fred Munnings 7:30 p.m. Tues. • Prayer & Devotion Listen to "Just Neighbors" on Cable 12 Sundays 1 30 p.m. & Tuesdays 8.30 p m. United Ontario Street united Church MINISTER 105 Ontario St., Clinton, Ont. ORGANIST Rev. David J. Woodall, B.A., M.DIV. Louise McGregor 11 a.m. Public Worship 11 a.m. Church School Wesley- Willis united Church. MINISTER -REV. JAMES BECHTEL, B.A., B.D. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 9:45 a.m. Service at Holmesville 11:00 a.m. Service at Wesley -Willis for entertainment, personal growth and education. Your public library provides the resources to access all types of information. Aihibrary card makes all of these library resources available to you - and it's free of charge. To celebrate Ontario Public Library Week, all branches of the Huron County Public Library will be holding a "Forgiveness Week". No overdue fines will be charged on books returned to the library from September 23 - 28. Go on a book hunt and locate any -overlooked library books to take advantage of this temporary amnesty. You local library branch extends a warm welcome to you during Ontario Public, Library Week. Come and help us celebrate over one hundred years .of service. It could be the start of a beautiful friendship. CLINTON RETIREMENT HOME "Home Away From Home" •Long or short term accom- modations- Phone: Isabel Brezinski 482-5208 108 Ontario St., Clinton DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WITH M.S.? Learn more about this disability by attending an all -day Seminar, at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 Registration forms available at the Huron County Health Unit, Con- estoga College, Stratford and Clin- ton Campuses or by calling 271- 5700. Con- • • . College of es Ai . Arts echnology We've got a lot to share. Church Services Christian Reformed Christian Reformed Church 243 Princess St. E., Clinton Sunday, September 22 Guest Minister Rev. Homer Samplonius 10 a.m. Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Worship Service All Visitors Welcome Baptist 85 Huron St. CLINTON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH REV, GILBERT KIDD Sunday, Sept. 22 11 a.m. Morning Worship & Sunday School Wednesday 8 p.m. Home Bible Study EVERYONE WELCOME 524.9130 Anglican St. Paul's Anglican Church Rev. Gordon Simmons, B.A., M Div. SUNDAY, SEPT, 22 11:30 o.m, -1st & 3rd Sundays -Holy Communion 11:30 a.m. .2nd & 4th Sundays -Morning Prayer Everyone Welcome