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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-10-01, Page 21Elma Young marks 95th birthday By Anne Narejko If there's any truth to the statement, "It . runs in the family," then Elma Young is liv- ing proof of it. Mrs. Young celebrated her 95th birthday on September 27 in Clinton with her family, and although some may think obtaining such an age is quite special, it is something that is common in her family. "My mother was 96, my grandmother was 89 and my great grandmother was 96. My brother Allan, (who lives in Clinton) is 91 and I had another brother, Theron, who liv- ed to be 91," said Mrs. Young. She also had a sister, Rhoda, who reached the age of 94 and a brother, Erland, who reached the age of 67. 7Mrs. Young was born in Goderich Township and later married Peter Young in 1914. Together the couple farmed and raised two daughters, Mrs. Graham (Olive) Johnston and Mrs. Harold (Bess) Black, and one son, James who died five years ago. However, his wife Lorrine assists Mrs. Young whenever she asks. In 1949 Mrs. Young and her husband mov- ed to Goderich were she still looks after her own home. "I have a garden that I work in, but my family helps me a lot. I have a wonderful family. They're really good to me," said Mrs. Young, adding they help her with the house cleaning and baking. Despite her age, Mrs. Young is quick to answer any question tossed her way and en- joys walking. "She's very active,"said her son-in-law, Mr. Johnston. "She's been like a mother to me since my own mother passed away." The 95 -year-old has seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. For her birthday, Mrs. Young received many cards, flowers, candies and telephone calls. She also received cards from MP Mur rayCardiff, Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and a plaque from MPP and Minister of Agriculture and Food Jack Riddell and Premier David Petersen. And what does Mrs. Young attribute her longevity to? Simply, "Hard work and good family." -k' Elma Young neither looks nor acts her age. The active lady celebrated her 95th birthday on September 27 with her family. (Anne Narejko photo) Bar,'-, Thorn; has high hand BRUCEFIELD - A Brucefield IOOF card party was held on September 26 and Barb Thom had the ladies' high while Joan Caldwell had the low hand. Scotty Wilson had the men's high, Bob Welsh had the men's low and Frank Thomp- son had the lone hand. Monday euchre CLINTON - During Monday afternoon euchre held at the town hall on September 29 Marg Switzer and Clark Stanley had the high, while Marjorie Caldwell had the lone hands. The low scores were shared by Ceceilia Edgar and Marg Trevena, and Olivia Ball had the Lucky Chair. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 4 p.m. to Closing SMORGASBORD Salad Bar, Roast Turkey, Hickory Ham, Pumpkin pie ----S-87945—chfltiren-untk.r-1-2-.13.a.Lf_p.ac.e Live Dinner Music Reservations Preferred Breakfast S1 .99��` HARBOUR LIGHTS RESTAURANT & TAVERN-.. 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The next card party will be held on Oc- tober 10. 1 Vanastra & District Lions Club WANTED: Service minded men over the age of 19, interested in joining the Vanastra & District Lions Club For more information contact: 982-9581 or 482-3886 CLINTON - All regular classes and ac- tivities have begun at the Clinton and District Christian School (CDCS) this fall. Already, time tables and routines are well established. It is hoped that the new students - both in kindergarten and other grades, already feel at ease. A welcome is extended to the new families: the Burns and Ferguson families of Goderich, and the Hoonaard family of Blyth. Students report as follows: The school has begun practices for the soccer tournament to be held Oct. 7, at Huron Centennial School. The team tries to practice everyday but lately the weather hasn't been helpful. Practice is held at noon hour. Teams will be chosen from Grade 7 and 8. i Anthony Nyman - Grade 8 CDCS is getting larger; two classrooms and a storeroom are being added to the school. Before school started the footings were clone and last week the floor was poured. This week the rooms are starting to take shape with the frame being put up. The rain has really held up the construction. It is hoped it will be finished around Christmas and then they can move in. Sandra VanderWal - Grade 8 Running club is fast -paced and on-going fun. Students from all grades run at recess - 10:30 - 10:45 a.m. Most run the required five laps to equal one kilometre; others run two or even three kilometres at a, time. Some students run at home as well. Running cards keeptrack of the results; badges are earned for 50, 75, 100 or 200 kilometres scores. 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