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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-01-28, Page 11The Benmiller Foresters annual Snowmolbile-a-than for Cancer Research was held in the Benmiller area Sunday and nearly 50 snowmobile enthusiasts helped raise $5,798 in pledges in the one day event. Organizer John Orr said the event is successful because of the efforts of the Colborne Snowmobile Club and its membership. Bob Morash, pictured above, was the top pledge getter this year as his 200 sponsors pledged $1,606. It marks the third year in a row Bob has topped the pledge sheets. In 1986 he raised $1,300 and $800 in 1985. Herman Fisher was second this year with over . $1,300 in pledges and Ilene Sillib had $686. Pledges are due on Friday, Feb. 13 when the Foresters host an appreciation night for the participants in the 50 kin ride. at the Forester Hall, Benmiller. St. James' elects officers By Blanche Deeves MIDDLETON - Morning prayer was held in St. James Middleton Anglican Church Sunday morning with Rev. Aubrey Bell of- ficiating. Ron Greidanus was organist and Don Middleton and Mathew Steenstra presented the offering. Vestry Meeting• The Annual Vestry meeting of St. James Middleton Church was held in the church hall with a bountiful pot -luck dinner and the breaking in of the new dish. Rev. Bell gave the blessing and everyone enjoyed the dinner. The Vestry meeting was called to order with Rev. Bell in charge and welcomed everyone to the meeting. The election -of of- ficers was held with Ralph Welsh as Rectors Warden; Peoples Warden - Paul Aldwinkle; Lay Delegate - Ray Wise; Alternate Delegate - Edward Wise, Auditors for the year - John Deeves and Dean Aldwinkles; treasurer - Edward Wise; Vestery clerk - ' Lois Wise; Board of Management - Don Mid- dleton, Don Wise., Phyllis Aldwinkle, Ed- ward Deeves, Bill Steenstra, Estelle Wise, Margaret Middleton, Audrey Middleton, Blanche Deeves. Lois Wise read the minutes of the last meeting which were approved as read - A discussion was held on visiting more at the board meeting. Many thank you's were said. Edward Deeves thanked Don Middleton for getting the water across the road and to Ray Wise, and Edward Deeves were also thank- ed for their hours of work and to Nursery help. The Rectors report was read as was the treasurers' report by Edward Wise. The A.C.W. report was discussed and the Warden's reports were read and the Sunday school report given. The auditors report that Edward Wise's book is in good 'shape. In new business, a discussion was held at the hot water tank. Ray Wise to buy and make new tables. A moments silence was held for the loss last year of one member of the church Ross Middleton and for all others who have pass- ed on. Rev. Bell thanked everyone and grace was said to close the meeting. Social News Congratulations to Albert and Doris Schilbe on their recent anniversary. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Gysbert Vanderhaar on their 40th anniversary. Congratulations to Marion and Jack Smith who had their 47th wedding anniver- sary January 14. Sympathy is extended to Earl Lippert on the loss of his father, Harry Lippert of Highgate. A wee MacGregor is born By Margaret Hoggarth KIPPEN - Congratulations go out to Rosemary and Bill MacGregor on the birth of their daughter, Allison Jane, born on January 18, weighing in at 8 lbs. 1 oz. Proud grandparents are Ronald and Mildred MacGregor, and great grandmother Sophia MacGregor. All reside in the Kippen area. The Kippen community extends con- gratulations to Evelyn Wright on her mar- riage to Rodger Venner on January 16. Mr. and Mrs. Venner will reside in Kippen. The Energetic Eight gathered together for the first time this winter on January 20 to help celebrate Bev and DoriVHamilton's 21 wedding anniversary. Bob 'and Frances Kinsman were host and hostess. A game of euchre was enjoyed with winners: ladies' high - Phyllis Parsons, ladies' low was shared by Doris Hamilton and Margaret Hoggarth. Al Hoggarth captured the men's high prize, while Bev Hamilton received the men's low. United Church News On January 25, Rev Lorne Keays preach- ed the first of a series based on the letters (round in Revelation written to seven of the early churches. The Kippen congregation is reminded of the annual meeting to be held on February 22. Personal Marlene Bell put up a quilt in her home on January 19. The following ladies helped her with the quilting - Gert Moir, Florence Hyde, Elizabeth Faber, Pearl Taylor, Joyce Willert, Beatrice Richardson, Jeanette Turner, Doris Cantelon, and Marlene Bell. Proceeds of this quilt will go to the PCW group of Carmel Church, Hensall. Holmesville By Blanche beeves HOLMESVILLE - Worship service was held in the United Church on Sunday morn- ing with Rev. James Bechtel officiating. Enterprising Seniors The Enterprising Seniors met in the com- munity centre on Thursday afternoon with Bert McCreath in the chair. Roll call was taken by Charlotte Norman and the treasurer's report was given by Frank Yeo. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. IOW 'LINTL Expenses up, balance down By Mary Chessell VARNA - The annual congregational meeting of Varna United Church was held on Sunday following lunch at the church. There were 18 present, including Rev. Sam Parker who was appointed chairman, with Joyce Dbwson recording the minutes. Treasurer Bernice Reid's report, when com- pared with last year's, showed expenses up by $500, and the balance carried oyer into this year down by $440. Mission and Service givings were up slightly when you consider last year's special appeal for tornado relief. Ruby Hill gave the session report showing seven new members, one transfer out, one death and one baptism. Jim Kirton of the Manse Committee reported the verandah and bathroom repaired, new roof and siding on the garage alid a tree removed. The UCW redecorated the offices. Carol Simons of the Christian Education Committee reported they held several meetings concerning Sunday School, viewed lesson materials at the Resource Centre, and arranged a sleighride at Tom Rathwell's, a trip to Ivan, McClymont's ap- ple orchard, the Christmas concert and Jesus' birthday party for the children. Rev. Parker has 17 members in the junior youth group and has started a group for high GARDINER'S HAIRSTYLING... Will be CLOSED FOR SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 1987 OPEN MONDAY See us today for details on .. . •Increased contribution limits •Ellgibillty of Pension Income •Rules for members & non- members of company Pension Plans •Guaranteed Rates from 30 Trust Companies •No Load Mutual Fund, 75% Guaranteed •Transferring of present RRSP's INVESTMENTS Et INSURANCE AGENCY LTD. 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The UCW president reported excellent programs and many fund raising 'activities to support mission projects and community organizations. Treasurer Margaret Hayter reported a balance of over $2,000 carried in- to this year. Each church now has a Presbytery lay representative. Ivan McClymont represents Varna and is chairman of the Presbytery Finance Committee. George Simons was nominated as the alternate, with Joyce Dowson to act if George is unable - to do so. Bernice Reid was, re -appointed church treasurer, Shirley Hill and Floyd McAsh re- main as organists and Mary Chessell „the caretaker. Blaine Stephenson and Bob Stirl- ing have completed their term on Board of Stewards and replacements have not yet been named. Joyce bowson replaced Mar- jorie Stirling as the UCW member on the Board. Auditors are June Webster and Janet Webster. Al Keys and Jim Kirton remain on the Manse Committee, and Ivan McClymont and Bernice Reid on Ministry and person- nel. No change in Session, Christian Educa- tion or Flower Committee. Mary Chessell was appointed to a new Mission and Outreach Committee. A questionnaire concerning the publishing of members' contributions will be circulated with the next newsletter. Ivan McClvrnont raised concerns about people speaking for London Conference without its authoriza- tion, and discrimination in schooling with the extension of public funding for Roman Catholic secondary schools and not for other Christian separate schools. Appreciation was expressed for Rev. Sam and Barbara Ann Parker's ministry. Personals The Chuter family was in Guelph on Sun- day to celebrate Sarah Denomme's first birthday. Maureen Hayter, who was transferred to University Hospital a week ago Saturday, is coming along fine. Krista McAsh and Shelly Hayter were winners of several prizes at the figure skating competitions in Clinton a week ago Sunday. He, kids! The ice is ready at the rink. 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