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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-12-10, Page 18Page 18—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1986 Rebekahs entertain Brothers and friends CLINTON - Huronic Rebekah Lodge 306 held its regular meeting December 1, chaired by Noble Grand Sister Jean Wyatt assisted by Vice Grand Sister Joyce Chilton with 26 members present. After the short meeting, Brothers and friends gathered once again for their regular Christmas party, which began with a Christmas Carol singsong red by Sister Molly Cox with Musician Sister Kay Wise at the piano. Sister Molly Cox and Cleta Holland sang a duet, then Sister Molly sang a rain hnth arrnmranied by Sister Kay. A special thank you was extended to Brother Bill Holland who entertained everyone with several selections on his elec- tric organ and continued to play as tables were set up for a few games of ,euchre. Out- come of the games were: for the ladies, lone hands -Sister Molly Cox; high -Sister Joyce Chilton; low -Sister Grace Cartwright; and for the men, lone hands -Brother Jim Cox; high -Brother Doug Cantelon; low -Brother Harold Wise. A lunch was enjoyed, served by Con- venors Sisters Ruth Jenkins and Myrtle Hamilton assisted by their group. Euchre Results At the December 4 card party, Irene Whit- more and Eldie Crich were the high win- ners, with Esther Moffatt and Jack Hender- son winning the low prizes. Lone hand prize went to Clayton Ellis. Marg Thorndike, Clayton Ellis and Jack Smith were all draw prize winners. Next card party will be January 8 at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Christmas celebrated 1890's style Did you know that the image of a red- cheeked and jolly Father Christmas was created in the 1860's to illustrate Clement C. Moore's 'Twas The Night Before Christmas or that the use of greenery in today's Christmas decorations dates back to pagan origins? . At Woodside National Historic Park in Kitchener and Bethune Memorial House in • Gravenhurst this type of yuletide trivia is carefully researched and presented during special Christmas programs held during the month of December. From December 1 to January 6, Woodside will hold its annual Victorian Christmas celebrations, while the `Christmas at Bethune' program will be held from 47. Card of thanks 1 BOYCE We would like to express our sincere thanks for the many acts of kindness shown us for our 50th wedding anniversary on August 3. For the pic- tures taken by photographer Robert Watcher, of families, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and ourselves, a gift from our children. Our brothers and sisters and families had Open House for us at the cottage of Marian and Barry Langmaid in Ipperwash where we were presented with the Huron County Atlas and a bouquet of silk roses. To our children for an en• joyable dinner at the Oakwood Inn, Grand Bend. Also to Leonard and Florence Boyce for a grand dinner of the Bedford Hotel, Goderich. And for the many nice cards received and good wishes. AH of these kindnesses were sincerely ap- preciated. Fred and Norma Boyce. - 50x LO V ETT I would like to thank all my relatives and friends for all the visits and gifts I have received over the past year. I would also like to wish each and everyone a Merry 'Christmas and a Happy New Year. Mac Lovett. 50 HARTMAN The family of the late Robert Hartman wish to thank the staff of Second East of Victoria Hospital for their care and thoughtfulness. Also all who helped in many ways during and after the funeral. Special thanks to John Robinson and staff of Clinton Commerical Printers and to the friends and relatives who sent food to the house. Everything wus very much appreciated. Pearl, Wayne and Joyce, Tilly, Sharon and Rosalyn. - 50 r 1 1 1 1 1 1 Lim December 14 to 31 at Bethune Memorial.. Both national historic parks are ad- ministered by Parks Canada and restored to the 1890 period when each was the residence of two separate but equally famous oc- cupants. Prime Minister Mackenzie King at Woodside and Dr. Norman Bethune at Bethune Memorial. As visitors to the houses can see, Christmas in the 1890's was a joyous festival of light, colour, sounds and smells. Christmas trees in the parlour were made a popular tradition by Queen Victoria herself and are decorated with hand -made or- naments and lit with carefully positioned candles: At the time it was the custom for Christmas gifts to be hand -made as the idea 47. Card of thanks 1 BLAKE I would like to thank everyone that visited me, and sent flowers and cards while I was in Seaforth Community Hospital. Also thanks to Dr. Wong and nurses It was very much appreciated. Iona ---50 of store brought gifts had only just begun to catch on. Popular gift ideas were mother of pearl card cases, hand -embroidered purses, beaded pockets and pen wipers. After careful wrapping, the gifts were nestled among the branches of the tree, or if too large, set underneath upon the floor. In both houses, period decorations are hung as in 1890; canberries, cedar boughs, and sprigs of holly are strung and draped everywhere. Hot apple cider and cookies fresh from the kitchen woodstoves are serv- ed to all who enter. At Woodside, costumed guides sing Christmas carols while at Bethune Memorial a period pump organ is pressed into service to play Christmas tunes. The Christmas celebrations come at the end of the national parks centennial year, a year that was packed full of special events at national historic parks and sites and heritage canals across the country. Grand Matron visits Clinton Eastern Star DOBIE I would like to express my thanks and apprecia- tion to everyone for cards. A special thanks to Dr. Baker, Dr. Steed, Dr. Salsbury, Dr. Rodney and the nurses and staff at the Clinton Public Hospital. Gordon Dobie. -50 THE LONDESBORO WOMEN'S INSTITUTE wishes to thank everyone who contributed to the great success of the Fashion Show for Back the Biter Days. Margaret Anderson, Convenor. -50x JEWITT We would like to thank Dr. Steed, Dr. Salsbury, Dr. Hay, Susanne, Brenda, Bonnie and the se- cond floor nurses for their excellent care during our stay at Clinton Public Hospital. Also special thanks to Grandma and "Poppa" for looking after Kendra and Kimberly and for all those who dropped in to say "Hi". Joanne and Kelly Jewitt. ---50x KEYS I wish to thank everyone who remembered me while I was a patient in University Hospital and since returning home. Your prayers, gifts, cards, phone coils, and visits were really appreciated. 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While things may have been a little hectic when the Grade 7,s and Grade 2s got together at Holmesville School on December 3 to make gingerbread houses, Brad McLean kept his cool and came up with a nice home. (David Emslie photo) Clinton Pee Wees defeat Goderich The Clinton Pee Wee A's opened up the scoring early in their game against Goderich, and went on to take the game 3-1. Scott Koetsier was the first local player to score, and he was assisted by Scott Rathwell at the 5:27 mark of the first period. Later in the period, at the 12:30 point, Shawn Chipchase increased Clinton's lead to two goals on a pass from Scott Jewitt. With just two minutes gone in the second period their lead went to three goals as Koetsier got his second of the night on an assist from Derek Kpostra. Goderich's only goal came with 12:56 gone in the second. Paul Hamilton netted the unassisted goal. Hully , ( Gully, -wins dealer ' award- VARNA - The president of Honda Canada, Mr. S. Fujie, recently presented the "Dealer of the Year Excellence Award" to Hully Gully. -The points for the award were based not only on sales achievement but also on ptarts and accessories stock, customer service, ac- counting procedures and community involvement. Randy Collins, president of Hully Gully Honda, accepted the award on behalf of all the management and staff that helped make it possible. Vanastra hosts provincial curling tourney The Vanastra Curling Club hosted the Ladies' Provincial Curling Competition of Zone 13 on December 1 with rinks from Seaforth, Goderich, Teeswater, Harriston, Kincardine, Belmore, Ripley, and Vanastra. Representing Vanastra was a rink skip- ped by Audrey Triebner, with Gail Skinner, Faye MacKay, and Sue Beard. After two days of great curling, the Goderich rink shipped by Vickie Culbert, captured the A Division. Harriston eliminated the Seaforth rink skipped by Sheila Richardson on December 2, for the B. Division. Goderich and Harriston now advance to Kincardine. The Jr. Ladies' Competition for Zone N was held in Teeswater this past weekend with a Vanastra rink of Janet McBeath, Laurie Colquhoun, Christine Cooper and Barb Fotheringham participating. They won the A Division of the competi- tion but lost out in the final game. Con- gratulations girls for your great efforts! - All curlers, friends, relatives are remind- ed of the Christmas Jitney on December 27. This will be a time of merriment will a pot luck dinner. Watch for more details to be ported at the Curling Club. Everyone cordially invited. Come and enjoy our "Country Hospitality". Wayne Hopper named Kinsmen... • from page 12 McBurney. Ivy treasurer's report. The collection was received and dedicated and 18 sick and shut-in visits were recorded. • Each lady present brought a Christmas story or poem to read. A song was then sung. It was announced that the annual meeting will be held in Wingham, January 19. Mrs. McBurney closed the meeting with prayer. Lunch was served by the hostess and a social time was enjoyed. Cloakey gave the UCW New The Evening Unit of the UCW held its Christmas meeting at the home of Laura Johnston. The leader, Mrs. Robert Grasby opened the meeting with a thought for the day, followed by the business. It was moved that the unit subscribe to the Canadian. Geographic for another year for the Wingham and District Hospital. A Christmas Worship service was presented by Mrs. John McIntosh and Mrs. Ross Anderson assisted by Mrs. Bert Johnston, Laura Johnston and Annie Cook. The program was prepared by Mrs. John Roberts consisting of several Christmas Poems and a story. The meeting closed with the benediction followed by lunch served by Mrs. George Michie and Mrs. Bill Cnultes. Euchre • Eight tables were in play eat the Hall weekly which was held fikk, m DeceMabel�ber 3. Wh Wheeler; nners ovelty were: lady -Mrs. 1Cliff Bray; low lady -Eva McGill; high man -Mel Jacklin; novelty man -Lewis Stonehouse; low man -George Johnston. There will be euchre again this Wednes- day evening starting at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. • Personals Mrs. - Jack Higgins was able to return home December 2 after having eye surgery in St. Joseph's Hospital, London. Elizabeth Procter, of Belgrave, visited with her daughter Marjorie Procter, of Lon- don, for a few days last week. Ralph Logan and Don Allison of Wyoming visited with Dorothy Logan on Friday evening. Leslie Vincent is a patient in University Hospital, London where he had surgery on Monday. Bowlers hit the lanes again ... • from page 15 Orchids 35 Carol's Silly Lillies 27 Dorothy Airdrie had a great day of bowl- ing on December 2 with the high single of 243, the high triple with 652 and the high average of 205. She was also runner-up for the high single with 222. Mary Salverda was the high triple runner-up with 586 and Susan: Proctor was runner-up for the high average with 196. Those ladies that bowled games over 200 for the day included Mary Salverda with 206, Marie Lobb 204, Thelma Ellerby 203 and 209, Dorothy Airdrie 243 and 222 and Marj Marshell 207. Clinton and Area Ladies Humpty Dumptys Winnie Poohs Smurfettes Four Blind Mice Ewoks 56 52 52 47 46 Mother Gooses 46 Nancy Sue Swan had both the high single and the high triple for the ladies during December 2 bowling with scores of 243 and 618 respectively. Penny Overboe had the high average of 213. The attendance draw was won by Shirley Gilders. . Those ladies that bowled games over 200 included: Penny Overboe, 221; Evelyn ,Feeney 207; KathyWilma Black,n213;, 210; Betty Swan, 243, 220; Irene Thelan, 221. Tuckersmith Mixed Mike's Melons Ralphs Rutabagas Jacks Lemons Gerrits Carrots Henrys Honeydews. 63 58 57 54 53 Angus' Artichokes 45 Bowling for the ladies on December 8 Stien de Weerd had the high single with 251 and the high triple at 649 while Jenny Kaastra had the high average of 186. Tony Fidom had the high single for the men with 235 and Jack Snieder had the high triple at 589 as well as the high average of 213. There were many bowlers to roll games over 200 and they included Trudy Mac- Donald with 245, Jack Snieder 234, Diane Bruinsma 221, Ralph Postma 219, Clarence Roorda 219, Wilma Heykoop 215, Jenny Kaastra . 213, Gerrit Raidt 208, Jo -Ann dee Weerd 207, Rose Hummel 203, Marion van Wyk 202 and Jack McClinchey 201. Thursday Night Mixed Best In Town 54 Whiners 50 Cormier's Crushers 48 Beginners Luck 47 Strikers 42 Grammas and Grampas 40 The Odd Couples 31 The Apple Gang 27 Bowling for the ladies on December 4 Mary McAdam had the high single at 263, Carol Coffill had the high triple with 557 and Nancy Atkinson had the high average of 210. Doug Buchannan was the top men's bowler' with the high single at 293, the high triple with 713 and the high average of 219.