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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1985-10-23, Page 6Page 6---CLINTON Nzws—R&C0& , WVEDNEBDAY, OCTOBER 23,19,'B5 I..!I.Iyth Standard Auctioneer Grant McDonald of Ripley appears to be making the big his son Peter while selling one of the many items at well -attended pitch to a reluctant bidder during an sale in Blyth for the estate of auction sale. (Alan Rivett photo) Annie Craig on October 19. Actually, he was having some fun with Bride, wed on same day %vish to thank all my loyal customers and I will miss serving them very much. Quote of the week: "Television will never completely replace the newspaper - no one can swat flies -with it.". Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Westlake, Bayfield and Mr. and Mrs. John Donaldson, Wingham, visited over the Thanksgiving Weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Ron Snell and family at Delevan, New. York (formerly of Westfield). On Saturday night they attended the Victory Banquet at Circle C Ranch and the Recognition Service in the Chapel when Rev. Wes. Aarum presented Ronald Snell with a License to Preach and a study Bible from the Living Waters Ministers. The Tor- chman from St. Catharines presented a musical program. Mr. and Mrs. Ron Snell attended Bible School in. New York state for the past three years. Evelyn and Brock Olde of Clinton and Melda McElroy attended a luncheon in Som- merville Hall on the campus of the Universi- ty of Western Ontario to celebrate the reu- nion of Western's graduates of 1930. By Kathy Bromley The wedding of Betty Bromley and Bev Ireland will be held on November 1. Not only will the occasion of their wedding be celebrated, but also that of her parents, Charlie and Pearl Bromley who were wed 44 years ago on the very same day! Ironically, other anniversaries on the Bromley side are marked November 1 also. I wonder how many anniversaries are needed on • this day for them to have it declared an annual ."Family Holiday"? Who knows, there is a first time for everything! Numerous showers have. been held for Betty recently. A neighborhood : '..ower was put on by Barb Howson and Amy McCrea, while her sister-in-law, Irene Bromley • . hosted a family shower in Londesboro. Betty's ball team, the Londesboro Ladies, ' had one for her also. A family barbecue was hosted. for Betty and Bev by his family in Teeswater. • Recent weekend visitors with Mr: and Mrs. Carl Longman were the forrner's brother and his, wife, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Youngblut of Niagara Falls. Their daughters, LindaThomson, Diane Lappet., Niagara Falls visited also. Together they at- tended the 40th wedding anniversary of their sister, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Good of 'Londesboro. Also home for the weekend was their son, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Longman and son Bradley of London. A community party was held at Snell's Restaurant, Westfield, on October 19, for Gordon and Catherine Caldwell. Several friends, relatives and neighbors gathered to express their best wishes. After a friendly game of cards, Margaret Siert- sema read the address and Marie Toll presented them with a gift - "door chimes and money". As much as they will be missed on the farm, everyone wished. them lots of hap- piness and good health in their new home in Blyth. I am sorry to say, that dile to health reasons, I will no longer be baking breads/buns. Over the past three years, I have enjoyed it and I will miss it indeed. I BLYTH LIONS' HALLOWE'EN DANCE Saturday, October 26 BLYTH and DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTRE * PRIZES * BEST COUPLE * BEST COMIC .* MOST ORIGINAL. Music "Country Companions" OCTOBERFEST FOOD Dancing 9 pm - 1 am $6.00 per person Tickets at door Proceeds to Youth Exchange, Figure Skating Lions Protects. J 1 BLYTH JUNIOR BROOMBALL Registration .at..-. BLYT ARENA SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 from 12-1 p.m. FEE: 515. No body contact, 5 years and up welcome. BlockParents in Blyth By Kathy Bromley • The week of October 21-27 has been declared "National Block Parent Week" and an executive meeting was held at. Joan Clark's on October 15. Five members were present and Constable John Marshall from the Goderich Ontario Provincial Police, was present to answer questions to ensure the group that they can inform the public on any doubts in their minds concerning Block Parents. Various crafts and contests will be held at the school throughout the week to enable the children to participate. Also, fingerprinting will be done at the school early in November, for all the students and any pre- schoolers are also welcome 'to attend and have their finger and/or foot -prints taken throughout the day. Parents will be notified by a newsletter later for the exact date for it to be held. Hopefully, the prints will go in the file, not on it and everything else! On October 22, Constable Gary Gailer, the Co-ordinator of Community Services, was the guest speaker and a film for children was shown. at a public meeting. More application forms are available at Knechtel's or at the School, and can be drop- ped off in the box at Knechtel's in the win- dow. There are more films 'being planned for the fall, to get everyone in thecominuni- ty, includedthe teenagers, out. There will be films centering around the teenagers and the role that they play in this program'. The school and many citizens and organizations are showing a great aeal or w- terest and support and it is hoped that this continues. Euchre scores Euchre was held Monday night, with nine tables present. High man was Ted Mills, Auburn; low man was Mike Cummings of Brussels; high lady was Ella Richmond; low lady was Elsie Shaddick of l.ondesboro. Most lone hands were: Lady - Renn"Watt, LYW BITS rOOD "Halloween Specials" -FALL HOURS- MON.-THURS. 10-6 FRIDAY 10-8 SAT. 10-6 p.m. 523 -4789 Main Street, Blyth Man - Ted Fothergill of Londesboro. Cards will resume Monday evening at 8 p.m. at the Memorial Hall. On Wednesday night, Lost Heir was held at the Memorial Hall. There were five tables present. Obviously, the Madills have been practicing and planning strategy at home, as they each took the high for the evening. Low man was John Blake and low lady was Edith Snell. Blyth United Church Ray Madill and Bill Howson greeted the congregation for the service at the Blyth United Church. Ushers were Jim and Thelma Wilson, Lenora Davidson and Vera Badley. The call to worship was made by Melda McElroy, along with the introduction to Norman Irwin, speaking on the Compas- sion Program. A Pot Luck luncheon was served to 40 peo- ple, after which slides on Haiti were shown by Mr. Irwin. The position of custodian for the Blyth United Church will become vacant on January 1, 1986. , There will be anniversary services held on October 27 at 11 a.m. and ':30 p.m., with George Cowan as minister. The Teen Club is raising money by being available to rake leaves. Call after 6 p.m. at 523-4717 or 523-4541. 4-H The Classy Cooks held their fifth meeting at the home of Eunice Emke, on October 16, with the members' mothers present. The leaders discussed cake frostings and hoW to decorate a cake. One group prepared the frosting and the other group decorated the pumpkin cake. The next meeting will be held on October 23 at 7 p.m. at' Emke's. Just a reminder ... parents are invited to the 4-H bake sale on November 7 at 8 p.m., .following the Women's Institute meeting in the Blyth Memorial Hall. What is a Coffee Break? What Is Coffee Break? It is a community Bible Study program which uses the induc- tive study method. Its chief purpose is evangelism. The atmosphere in the groups is kept low-key: group members are en- couraged to DISCOVER for themselves what the Bible has to say. Where•.Are Coffee Break Meetings Held? Though .there are neighborhood groups which meet in homes, the majority of Coffee Break groupsmeet in local churches. The advantages include availability of facilities for children and the opportunity to build a bridge from community to church. How many churches are involved? Over 20 . denominations throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, the Netherlands, Nigeria, and South Africa have Coffee Break Bible Studies. Well over 500 churches have Coffee Break programs. Who attends, and when do groups meet? Coffee break is most widely used as a women's daytime Bible Study, however, there are evening groups for working women as well as breakfast or evening groups for men or couples. Teens, young adults, and senior citizens are also suc- cessfully involved in some areas. How large are individual groups within a church? Approximately eight to 12 is the ideal. size. If a group grows' beyond that, it should divide in order to encourage new members. As a result, many churches have seyeral groups meeting simultaneously. What materials do coffee break groups use? Most groups use discover your Bible materials. These are written especially to suit Coffee Break's evangelistic purpose. A full range of study guides and leader guides are available. For those involved in cor- . related children's ministries an organiza- tion manual and six complete teaching units are provided. How successful is Coffee` Break? very! Many ordinary church members are being used by‘ God to lead other to Jesus Christ. THE BLYTH STANDARD BVSI ESS zcir >WY' OPTOMETRY David Langstaff Ltd. Optician 87 Main tit. 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DALE SEPTIC TANK PIMPING SERVICE CLINTON PHONE 482-3320 or 527-0284 ELECTRICAL FRED LAWRENCE Electrical Contractor HOME, FARM AND COMMERCIAL WIRING PHONE AUBURN 526-7505 Clinton News Recon l INCOR • RATING -THE BL TM STANDARD -THE BAYVIELD BUGLE Buying or Selling, The Classifieds Can Looking for effective advertising with quick results? The Classifieds can! Phone the Clinton News -Record 482-3443 or 482-7741 Many cnurcnes that nave evangelistic Cof- fee Breaks have increased their member- ship significantly. Leaders and group mem- bers alike experience a closer walk with the Lord and a desire to share their joy with others. Are group leaders trained? Yes there are workshops offered in the use of the inductive method and. outreach: There is going to.be a Basic Leadership' Workshop held at the - Blyth Christian . Reformed Church on Thursday, November 21 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. What about the children of women who at- tend Coffee Break? Most churches that have a . women's daytime program provide a structured STORY HOUR for three to five year olds, as well as a nursery for infants and toddlers. Well run children's programs are an excellent complement to the . women's Bible 'Study. There is going to be a STORY HOUR WORKSHOP held at the Blyth Christian 'Reformed Church on Wednesday evening, November 20 from 7 - 10 p.m. You will experience putting together a unified, •. creative children's hour with story, crafts, songs, and finger plays. A Story Hour session through the eyes of a • three to five year old. You can benefit from this training whether you intend to work with this program or develop your gifts in the`area of teaching Sunday,School,'VBS, or, any preschool program. For additional information please - call Carolyn Gelwicks at 523-9233 or Anneke Par- dys at 523-9266. Registration should be in by November 6. Euchre party at Legion All Senior Citizens of Blyth and District are invited to a free afternoon of euchre and fellowship. at the Blyth Legion. Prizes will be awarded and lunch served. This will be held in the Legion Hall on Dinsley St. West on Wednesday, November 6, at 1 p.m. Ariyone requiring transportation, please phone Ray 523-4578. Terry Fox Run at Hullett LONDESBORO - On Wednesday, October 16, Mr. Millson attended the First Aid Training Course in Clinton at the Huron County Board of Education offices. He said it was both educational and enjoyable. On Friday, October 11, the students council held their annual Terry Fox Run . All students and some teachers participated. Wai Lee ran 13 km while some others ran 12 km. The school raised approximately $50 for the Red Cross Society. On Friday, dctober 18, the Grade 1 class visited Ferguson's Apiary near Hensall. The children had fun learning about bees, how they make honey and how the honey is made. Each child received a small jar of honey to take home. Old time hymns, tunes sung H);NSALL-This past week residents have been quite busy. On October 15 a sing -song was held in the Activity Room. Several residents attended and joined in singing several hymns and old time tunes. Shirley Luther played the piano. • October 16 the church service was held by Reverend Stan McDonald. He provided residents with a Thanksgiving sermon. Joyce Pepper was pianist and helpers were Kay Mock, Hazel Corbett and Eleanor Mansfield. On October 17 the Hensall United Church ladies came in and held a bingo for several of the residents. After bingo, a sing -song was held with Belva Fuss playing the piano. Audrey Joynt and Anita Cook ran the Bingo. On October 18 there was a film. It was called "Christmas in Germany". The following evening the Zurich Men- nonite Church Ladies cam paper pumpkin crafts. The r�-' p p p p ceuLerpteces for the dining room tables to get into the spirit of Halloween. The ladies d who came were Irene Clausius, Mildred Boshart, Mary Ellen Gingerich and Verda Baechler: Quote of the week: "To be seventy years young is sometimes far more cheerful' and hopeful than to be forty years old." -Oliver Wendell Holmes. stool ALCOHOL FREE leaving hair with more body and instant shine!