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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1985-12-04, Page 7CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1985—Page 7 Clark and Glousher win ladies' honors at Auburn euchre There were six tables in play at the week - 1 euchre in Auburn which was held 'Tues- day, Nov. 26 at the Community Hall. High lady was Frances Clark, low lady -was Anne Glousher, high man was Ken McDougall, low wan was Ted Mills and novelty was Or- val McPhee. Euchre parties are held every Tuesday night at 8 p.m. at the Community .Hall. KNOX UNITED WHITE GIFT SERVICE Organ Prelude was played by Mrs. Barry Millian and the children and teachers of the Sunday school put on the set vice under the direction of Mrs. Allan Webster and Mrs. Fred Lawrence as pianist. Call to Worship was by Mrs. Webster. Carols were sung and the lighting of the first Advent candle was lit by Susan Dobie. The minister Gary T. Shuttleworth told the story of the Advent candle and readings of the Scriptures by Grade 5 with responsive readi,r,'s w)L Grade 2 who were dressed as shepucrds and angels. Story presentation "Only A Stable" was by Young Teens Class and the presentations of white gifts followed which go to the Fami- ly and Children's Services, Christmas Bureau. Offering was received by Grades 3 and 4. The minister announced that the Sunday School Concert would be on Saturday, Dec. 21 at 8 p.m. at the church. Next Sunday will be Holy Communion Ser- vice. PERSONAL NEWS William Anderson of Newmarket visited on the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Anderson. SPvera1 Anhnrnites attended the Hlvth Festival of Singers at the Blyth Memorial many years of dedicated service. Hall on Sunday. Haines began his assessment duties with The Lions Club is having a Christmas par- Colborne Township in 1957. In 1962 he was ty for the children at Auburn Community appointed assessor for the town of Seaforth. Hall Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. In 1968 he also served as assessor for the The Lions Club will be canvassing the town of Clinton prior to joining the Huron village for the Canadian Blind on Monday, County Assessment staff for 1968-69. Dec. 9. On Jan. 1, 1970 the assessment function The Knox U.C.W.' are having their was taken over by the Province of Ontario Christmas Pot Luck Dinner Dec. 10 at noon. on which Haines served until his retirement. There will be a collection for Christmas During his term with the Huron, Perth Of- Biind Mission. Meat will be supplied, so br- fice he had assignments with the London, ing something for first and second course. Owen Sound and Waterloo offices. AUBURN MAN HONORED The staff presented him with a gift and Last Thursday evening, the staff from wished him a happy retirement. the Assessment office and their spouses, KNOX U.C.W. GENERAL honored Donald Haines on his retirement at MEETING 6 p.rn. at Canadian Legion. On Nov. 27, Knox U.C.W. met at the chur- About 60 guests and friends made ch. Mrs. Tom Jardin opened the worship generous tributes to Donald Haines for his with an Indian verse. *White Gift Service held at Duff's United Church WALTON - Children from the church school proceeded from the back of the church to the reserved seats at the front when they took part in the White Gift Ser- vice, on December 1 at Duff's United Chur- ch. Dianne McCallum was in charge of the first part of the service. Readers were Brian Love, Susan Carter and Jim Clark. Heather McGavin read The Magnificat of Mary Bonnie ',amble told the children's story. After the presentation of white gifts the children went to the basement for their lessons with teacher, Maxine Marks, Gloria Love, Deanne McCallum and Marie McGavin. Organ music was supplied by Elva Wilbee. Ushers were Lavern Godkin, Keith Wilbee and Barry Hoegy. Since December 1 was the first Sunday of Advent, the first candle was lit by Elizabeth 1 amble. On December 8 Communion will be held at 10 a.m. with the Egmondville minister in charge. Ball Team Entertained On.November 23 the Walton Pee Wee Ball 'ream was taken to Palmerston by their coaches, Bruce Clark and Steve Noble Sr. They were treated to the use of the pool, sauna and whirlpool at "The Ranton Place". The boys then played the video games prior to finishing the day with a din- ner at the same place. Team members are, Joe Ryan, Steve Fritz, Steve Noble Jr., Tim Nolan, John Steffler, Tony Greidanus, Brian Clark, Ron Stevenson, Manny Taylor, Jim Clark, and Gary Williamson. Shoe -shine day keeps re'sidentshands and feet busy • HURONVIEW - November 18 had a new twist to it, when "shoe -shine day" was held. Residents set up shop in the auditoriwn, and with polish and rags in hand went right to work. It was a busy time.as many residents showed up to have their footwear looked after; arid the result yeas a spin an' span tn- ish. In the afternoon toes. were tapping to the strains of old familiar tunes played by Jun' Rose and his groupof musicians. On November 20 the monthly birthday party was held, hosted by the Women's In- stitute of Bluevale. A program was presented. Humorous readings were given by Mrs. Ross Turney. Milton Boyd enter- tained with vii,lin selections, ace o1ipanied by Mrs. Carl Johnston. Eveiryone joined in, in a hearty sing song led by Mrs. Bill Peacock. While refreshments were being served. Mrs. Johnston played the piano. The November conference of the Ontario Association of Horses for the Aged was held Toe -tapping tunes entertain. residents • HURONVIEW - An hour of entertainment took place in the auditorium on November 25; when Marie Flynn and the Hurdn Strings provided toe -tapping tunes in their usual • rhythmic style. The weekly ceramic class was held November 26, giving the ladies, as well as some of the. men, a chance to practise their skills. At noon, residents from the Sum- merhill wing gathered in the auditorium, and enjoyed a country -style dinner. These meals have become very popular, and we appreciate these extras planned by our staff. For those residents who are into shopping for Christmas,' the van was available on November 27. Quite a few of the folk took ad- vantage of the outing, and spent some time in Stratford. In the evening residents gathered in the. auditorium for some good games of bingo. The Lion's Club with the Lionesses of Vanastra hosted this event, and when the games were ()ver, refreshments were served. Frank Bissett thanked friends from Vanastra, for the giving of their time, to put on this super evening for us. • Ed Stiles, from Goderich, entertained the residents on November 28 when he 'played. old and new selections for their listening Pleasure on the chapel organ. Rev. John Plata conducted Roman Catholic Mass on November 29. There was a good attendance. The spirit of Christmas is circulating through Huronview these days. Some of the art students from the Central Huron Secon- dary School were painting traditional scenes on the •windows, for the festive season. The residents thank these young ' people for coming; out and doing an excellent job. The Christinas trees are up through the home, and thoy are all aglow with the • sparkle.of tinsel and colored lights. Some of the residents have taken on a new role as "grandmas and granclads" who have adopted a few children from a special class from Clinton Public School. 'These young people t clong to the group called HUG, t help us grow program t and they corse to Huronview one morning a week. It is an hour well spent, with the playing cif games, sing -songs and just enjoying the visits with the young people. The Christmas season would not be cow- plete without a visit from I)r. Toll. On December 1 residents and visitors gathered in -the auditorium for an ekcellent concert presented by the Seaforth Dashwood Com- munity Band with Tr, Toll, Harry Hoffman and guests. Introduced by Dr. Toll, the band played General Salute, O Canada, Maple Leaf,, Booster March and Royal Welcome. Kevin M.cllwain performed a dance routine of waltz, clog and reel. AStudents of Mrs. Storey, called the ('oun- try Lassies, did an excellent Sword Dance. . In keeping with the Christmas theme, San- dra and Chris Storey sang a couple of lovely' duets with Marie Flynn at the piano. Everyone took part in a sing -song led by George Cowan with Elsie Henderson at the piano. Madonna and Carol Ann McQuaid played a medley of beautiful music. on their violins; accompanied by Mrs. McQuaid, Carol Ann danced a lively waltz, clog and reel, and was accompanied by.' her mother and Madonna. The hand played Show Roy and Old Comrades. (rod Save the Queen was played by the band followed by We Wish You A Merry Christmas And• Happy New Year, Refreshments were served and Jim Rud- dock thanked all the guests. Huronview welcomes Anna Moffatt from ('linton,.Retsy Holmes of Clinton and Basil Cassidy of Brussels, Sympathy is extended to the families of the late Polly. Wiltse and Margeurite Riehl. on November 21, and took place at the Well- ington Terrace in Elora. Those attending from Huronview were Mary Gibbings, Betty Rogers, Pat Fields, Dianne Elliott, Cathy Dallas, Jane Ladd, Evelyn Archer, Corinne Vanmiltenberg, Barb Dale and Frank Bissett. Mrs. Prouty was in charge of the mid- week chapel service un November 21, r1 devotional reading was given by Sarah Carter, and was followed by a recitation given by Milford Prouty. Mabel Scott read a story on how Fernandez, shortstop for the Toronto Blue Jays, found God. An ice cream social was held on November 22. 'i'he sundaes were delicious with the ice cream covered by all sorts of great toppings. Sunday morning worship was held in' the chapel with Rev. David Snihur in charge. Margaret McQueen and Elsie Henderson sang a duet. Presbyterian Communion was served. in I he chapel Sunday afternoon, conducted by Bev. (I. Lockhart Royal of Knox Church, Goderich. He was assisted by Sheila h'iuk. Huronview welcomes new residents Mrs. Goldie Rutledge, Marv_ Pridmore, Shirley Morris, Gordon Hodgkinson and ,Jinn Wilsuu. With Marjorie McDougall at the piano' "Sweet Hqur of Prayer" was sung followed by Marjorie McDougall reading the 23rd Psalm in native Indian vernacular. Mrs. Jardin then spoke about Quebec City originally the Indian Stadacona. Do we care about our native people? Are the wrongs done through the years being corrected? May this country with God's help make ap- propriate changes in their treatment. Marjorie McDougall read "The House of Prayer" followed by prayer by Mrs. Jardin. Mrs. Ross Robinson received the collection. The communications and literature chairperson spoke about her work in the past two years and of the forthcoming study of the native Indians. She donated a book "Half Breed" to the U.C.W. library. Mrs. Donald Haines .opened the business meeting with prayer. The new slate of of- ficers was shown and reports read by unit leaders and chairpersons of the past two years. Names for the new units were drawn by Betty Marsh and Mrs. Gary Shuttlewor- th. Christmas family dinner will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 12 p.m. Elliott Lapp will show pictures of Italy. Collection will be taken for the Christian Blind Mission. Dona- tions are to be sent to Town and Country Homemakers and the Christian Resource Centre. WALKERBURN CLUB The Walkerburn Club met on Nov 26 at the home of Mrs. Joe Verwey. The meeting was a Demonstration on Christmas centrepieces by Mrs. Luna of Auburn. The afternoon was spent in making lovely pieces under Mrs. Luna's instruction. A very short business- meeting was held with Mrs. T. Rutledge presiding. Treasurer's report was given and the Booster Club sale was quite successful. It was decided to donate anything not sold, that was of use to them to The Children's Aid. Mrs. L. Penfound suggested that wool be purchased and knitting done for next fall's sale this winter. Mrs. R. Archambault will be the new treasurer and Mrs. K. Lapp will be assis- tant. The draw was won by Mrs. T. Rutledge, donated by Mrs. Tom Cunn- ingham. January meeting will be at Mrs. E. Lapp's home. Program committee consists of Mrs. R. Daer, Mrs.J. Verwey and lunch committee of Mrs. T. Rutledge, Mrs. E. Lapp. CANADIAN AGRA FINANCIAL CORPORATION FARM MORTGAGES What You Need What We Provide' 1. Expansion Capital In a growing business, capital expenditures need to be made for: a) enlarged land base b) new buildings. 2. Consolidation of Long and Intermediate Term Loans To have one mortgage payment only to make from time to time. 3. 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