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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1985-12-18, Page 7• Cookie exchange *trona pRget .• DeceMber 15 for her family. Present were, Barb and Bill Holzworth, Trish, Mark, Mike and Kristy, Angie and Tracy Gilmore of Palmerston, Shirley and Jo Mallett, Laura and Greg of Harriston, an ob, Wen- dy and Joey Watkins of RR1 " on. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Radford of London spelt the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thompson.' Mr. and Mrs. John Shier of Kincardine visited with Mrs. Joe Shaddick on December 13. Shuffleboard Ten shuffleboard enthusiasts turned out for the games on December 11. The high score was recorded by Jack Lee. The next games will be on January 10. Cheerio Club The members enjoyed a noon hour meal at the Grandview Restaurant in Blyth dur- ing the Christmas meeting on December 10. June Fothergill was the master of ceremonies for the meeting and presided over the business. The minutes of the last meeting and the treasurer's report were read by Dora Shobbrook. A card of thanks was received from Rosemary Armstrong for the donation to the Huron Day Centre near Clinton. Ten members answered the roll call and, an exchange of gifts was held. The program consisted of a reading June Fothergill. Mrs. Duizer also gave .a reading and Margaret Good conducted a Christmas contest which was won by Edythe Beacom. Explorers Expedition number six was held on November 26 after school. The meeting was opened with the purpose and the singing of the Explorer Song. Rhonda Howatt and Kimberley Lee said the Explorer Emblem. For the roll call, the member recalled their favorite day of the year. A story was read and some Christmas treats were en- joyed. The members were instructed to find out how the Christmas tradition began. The December 9 meeting was spent mak- ing candy cane horses as a craft. WI Christmaslieeting President Helen Lawson welcomed the. Members to the meeting on Deceenber 11 •and read a poem called Christmas. Rev. Snihur led the devotions and gave an interesting Christmas Story. He was thank- ed and was presented with a gift by Marg Anderson. Alice Buchanan gave a report on the WI area .convention which was held in Nilestown. She also read the minutes of the last meeting and thetreasurer's report. The correspondence consisted of a thank you ard from Rosemary Anderson from the Huron Day Centre. Hullett Township requested a WI representative and it was agreed Mar- jorie Anderson would take the position for another year. The Pork Producers workshop will be held on January 15. Alice Buchanan, Marg Anderson and Hazel Reid reported 20 shut-in boxes had been delivered as well as a 45th anniversary gift to Jessie and Harry Tebbutt. The members also agreed to start the card par- ties again in January. Thp roll call was answered by 19 members. There was also an exchange of gifts and a demonstration on tree decorating was given by Margaret Anderson. For the program, Helen Lawson gave a reading and carols were sung .with Genevieve Allen pro- viding the piano accompianment. WI Cards Six tables of euchre were in play at the card party on December 13. The winners were, ladies' high, Dora Shobbrook; lone hands, Ruby Dolmage; men's high, Rachel Reihl ( playing as a man); lone hands, Harvey Dolmage and low score, Wilfred • Shortreed. Helen Lawsonand June Fothergill were in charge of the card party. Hullett Lodge The Hullett Masonic Lodge held their in- stallation ceremonies on December 10 at the Masonic Lodge in Londesboro. Clare Vin- cent was the installing master for the In- stallation and, Investiture of the officers with the assistance of past masters and brothers. Murray .Nesbitt was installed as the Wor- shipful Master for f986. Other installed in the executive were, William Vincent, Victor Stackhouse, Dave Lee, Allan Bosman, Ger- don Shobbrook, Jack Lee, Kenneth Arm- strongl, Lorne Snell, Clare Vincent, Bruce Shillinglaw, Robert Thompson, George Nesbitt and William Leiper. The general charge to the brethren was given by Gordon Shobbrook. Burns UCW •The monthly meeting was held at the home of Trudy Pollard with 21 present. Everyone enjoyed a delicious turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Gay Salverda opened the meeting with a Christmas poem and Clara Riley gave a Christmas message followed by a Christmas readings by Ida Salverda, Margaret Taylorand Romana Jameison. A prayer by Rev. Snihur was also given. Between the reading, carols were sang. Rev. Snihur was the guest speaker for the meeting. The theme of his inspirational message was an invitation from Jesus. The meeting was turned over to Mrs. Rice. The roll call was ansilered and the treasurer's report was given. The members agreed to give $100 tti the church and an allocation of $25 was given to the church for flowers on Sunday. Mrs. Rice • reported 34 shut-in boxes were taken to Toronto. It was • also agreed to bring canned goods and other food articles for Friendship House. The meeting ended with an exchange of gifts. Church News - The congregation was undeterred by the bad weather in order to attend the Sunday service. Greeting the congregation were Rev. Snihur and Jack Snell. John Hoggart, Dennis Penfound and Carl and Ron Nesbitt served as ushers. Rev. Snihur welcomed all and gave the call to worship along with the • an- nouncements. During the children's time, the nativity scene was on display. The junior teacher was Edith Taylor. The third candle, the candle of the three wise men, was lit by Don and Kitty McGregor. The scripture reading told of the flight of Joseph and his family. The anthem was sung by the men's choir. The theme of the sermon was Christmas is a time for giv- ing, to share with others. After church, the congregation enjoyed a potluck dinner along with carol singing by Harry Lear with Gail at the piano. Some games for the children were conducted by Dave and Caron Snihur. Santa later arrived and gave all the children a bag of treats. • r CLINTON NEWB-RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMOUR* Knox United Church members enjoy se: BELGRAVE-The sanctuary of Knox United Church was decorated with colorful poinsettias, a tree aglow and lighted tapers in the candelabra for the White Gift service which coincided with Children's Sunday. The theme was "A song of Jesus Birth." An organ prelude of Christmas music was presented by Mrs. George Procter. The call to Worship and Prayer of Ap- proach were given by William Coultes, superintendent of the Sunday School. The scripture readings were given in dialogue form by Heather Hopper and Tom Cull, followed by all reading a prayer .in unison. The children's choir also sang. The white envelope contributions were collected by Christopher Campbell and Dean Vincent; the regular offering by Chris McIntosh, Robert Gordon, Kate Procter and Ruth Higgins. Mr. Coultes gave a short resume concern- ing the Foster Child. The choir and toddlers of the congregation occupied the central front pews while Rev. John G. Roberts delivered the message. r. Weekly Euchre Eight tables were ur play at the weekly euchre which was held in the Women's In- stitute Hall on December 11. Winners were: high lady, Mrs. William Black; novelty lady, Helen Martin; low lady, Mrs. Lawrence Taylor; high man, George Drehmann; novelty man, Clarence Hanna and low man, Mel Jacklin. This is the last euchre until after the Christmas holidays. The next euchre will be held January 8 starting at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Christmas Meeting The afternoon unit of the Belgrave United Church Women held their Christmas meeting at the Bray Lodge, Wingham. The residents joined in the singing of carols with Mit. Glenn Coultes at the piano. Mrs. Ross Higgins opened the meeting with a reading and Mrs. William Fenton also read. A poem was shared by Sara Anderson and Olive Bolt. Mrs. Glenn Coultes also gave a reading. Mildred Vannan, on behalf of the group of residents, thanked the ladies of the United Church Women for their visit. Vflssionary Society The Deceihber meeting of the Belgrave Women's Missionary Society was held at the home of Ivy Cloakey 011December 9. Mrs. Mac Scott presided. Scriptare was read by Mrs. Cloakey. Mrs. Scott read a scripture passage and Mrs. Garner Nicholson led in prayer. The secretary's report was given by Robena McBurney and Agnes Youngblut gave the treasurer's report. The program committee was named as Mrs. Nicholson and Mrs. Cloakey. Mrs. Scott closed the meeting with prayer and lunch was served by the hostess. Hayride and Carolling About 50 area children attended the Ladies Club Christmas Party on December 8 at the W.I. Hall. Following the visit from Santa Claus, they enjoyed a hayride and carolling around the • village. Refreshments were served after- wards back at the hall. 4 The winner of the Cabbage Patel, WWI was Steven Michie. Pot Luck The Anglican Church pot luck s rand Christmas tree was held on Duval • • r 13 in the Women's Institute Hall. There was a good attendance and Santa arrived on schedule to help distribute the gifts. People The Edgar relatives held their Christmas get together and dinner at the W.I. Hall on December 14 with 49 present. Following the dinner at 7 p.m., Santa Claus arrived, to the delight of the children and everyone present, and with others help- ing, distributed the gifts from the tree. Those present were from Brigden, Petrolia, Aylmer, Lucknow, Blyth, Wingham and Belgrave. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hanna entertained 37 members of their family and friends at the Women's Institute Hall Sunday, December 15. Those attending were from Kitchener, Goderich, Londesboro, Belgrave and area. Table decorations add to the Christmas atmosphere By Betty McCall WALTON-The Walton unit Christmas meeting was held in the basement of Duff's United Church on December 11, when 33 ladies sat down to tables decorated in the Christmas theme. The meeting followed the pot luck supper. Marion Godkin gave the Call to Worship. Doreen Hackwell was the pianist and Gloria Love gave a reading. Marjory Humphries told the Christmas Story, interspersed with the singing of Christmas carols. Gloria Love conducted a Christmas contest and Doreen Hackwell closed this part of the meeting with a Christmas prayer. Marie Coutts chaired the,short business period explaining plans made for the January meeting. Boxes for shut-ins are to be packed on December 19. Doreen Hackwell gave the treasurer's report. Viola Traviss presented Laura Murray with a gift from the unit as she has moved to Seaforth. Alice Searle and Berva, Watson wee in charge of the gift exchange. Sports News The annual rneeting of the Walton Area Sports Club was held in the Walton Library recently. Judy Lee was chairman; Carol Humphries, secretary; Karen Hoegy, treasurer. The committee elected for the new year are the executive consisting of: president, Judy Lee; vice president, Dave Gamble; secretary, Marg Taylor; treasurer, Karen Hoegy. New members are Cathy Kuntz,' Bev Stevenson and Dave Gamble. Retired of- ficers are Steve Noble Sr., Jo -Anne Merionald: and Carol Humphries. The monthly draw for the Walton Area Sports Club ticket winner was Jean Simp- son, $100 and Edna Hotson, Mitchell, $25. School News Al Sygrove from Brookside Public School has been named vice-principal of Walton Public School starting January 6. He replaces Rob Snell who moved to Seaforth as vice-principal. Jean Turner will move to Huron Centennial as vice-principal. Gary Jewitt is principal of both Seaforth and Walton Public Schools. About People Sunday supper guests with Isabelle Shor- treed were Bill and Louise Smith, Mitchell; Jack Warwick, Brussels; Ken and Judy Shortreed and family. Torrance Dundas returned home on Fri- day from Seaforth Hospital. Walton Women's Institute are reminded to bring a guest to the Christmas supper meeting at 6:30 pm. 4-H leaders are to be guests along with a gift exchange December 18. Christmas is theme for Summerhill Club President Lorna Ellis opened the December meeting of the Summerhill Ladies' Club at her home with a Christmas poem. Sixteen members answered the roll call with a gift exchange. Several thank you notes were received for gifts sent by the club. Christmas cards were signed to be sent. The raffle was ,won by Amy Gerrits. 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