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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1982-05-19, Page 14PAGE 14 —GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, MAY 19, 1982 • Joy McKee of the Block Parent Committee received cheques last week from Michele Hansen, president of the Exemplar Chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority ($25); Jay Poulter, president of the Goderich Police Association ($50); and Councillor Jim Magee on behalf of Goderich Town Council ($50). Letters are being sent out to various service clubs for further donations to help get the Block Parent program started here. For further in- formation, contact Mrs. McKee at 524-6983 or Lori Biggin at 524-2769. (Photo by Joanne Buchanan) Concert well attended Colborne Central School. had a splendid crowd at their Spring concert on Wed- nesday, May 12 with Mr. R. Jewitt, principal, welcoming The concert commenced with the senior choir singing six numbers with Floyd Herman as conductor and Miss K. Richardson as ac- companist. The choir sang up to their usual high standard and their songs were greatly enjoyed by the audience. Mrs. L. Nakamura's Grade 2 class presented a pleasing skit, ' `The Three Little Pigs", with Mrs. S. Dustow as musical director. Mr. A. Sanders' Grade 3-4 class presented the number, "Danny the Dinosaur", with Mrs. S. Dustow as musical director. Grades 6,7 and 8 presented "Going West", a two -act musical. It began as a wagon train prepared to head west. A school teacher named James Newberry (Allan Cannon) signs on because he has read the legends featured each week in the paper -and because Miss Sally (Laura Wark), one of his- former students, is returning home on the same train. She is accompanied by her cynical, western -to -the - core Aunt Maude (Liz Schoemaker) who has gone east to chaperone her home. The train is financed by Mrs. Montague (Lynne Starkey), a rich widow on her way west to her late husband's goad mines. Bad guy, Bart Slade (Kevin Talbot) and his boys try to steal the gold mine maps but are caught by Newberry and Rooster Cogpatch (Brad Milburn), a marshall with 'true grit'. The second act takes place COLBORNE CORNER . Gertrude Keltting, 624-2076 several weeks later as'the group treks westward on the hot, dusty prairie where one the problems is Indians who are running away from the reservation. Newberry of- fers suggestions to the Chief (Steven Millian) who likes them so well he makes him a blood brother. Several things happen and because Newberry resolves these and. other problems, a photographer (Adam Moore) shows up to get his picture and a story to feature him as a western legend. Adding to the humor of both acts were the Wagon - master (Jeff Thom) and his bickering but likeable helpers, Sidekick (Ken Millian), Betcha (David Duncan) and 'Cookie (Canalyn Dowds) . Girls and boys acting es bad guys, dancing girls; Indians and a chorus added to -the production and en- tertainment. As in any play, there were also a number of workers backstage who deserve thanks also. Colborne Central School senior choir will be in Walkerton on Tuesday, May 25 competing in the music festival there. The regional track and field meet will be an all -day event at Brookside School on Thursday, May 27. 4-H News Tiger Dunlop 4-H group NEWBORN NEWS BAUER Wayne and Debbie Bauer, Dungannon, Ontario; are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their son, Jeffrey Edward, born„ at Alexandra hlospital, on Tuesday, April 27, 1982, weighing 8 lbs. A lit- tle brother for Gregory and Steven. Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Bartley, of Meaford, Mrs. Merle Bauer, of Port Albert, and Mrs. Myrtle McNair of Goderich. Great grand- mother Ella Bartley, Lion's Head, Ontario. HYDE Mr. and Mrs. William Hyde I f you re NEW IN TOWN and don 11 - now which way 10 turn u roll rhe Ifre.1(thildfa4-- hostess at 524-1165 you 11 he gla I yr3U (ltd are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their son, Joseph James, .born on Wednesday, May 12. 1982, at North 'Western Hospital. Toronto, weighing 8 lbs., 2 oz. The proud grand'parents`ai'e Mr. and Mrs.. Wes Nivins, R.R.3, Auburn and Mr. and Mrs. 'James .Hyde, Kincar- dine. Great grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Snider. Goderich. FARMERS! Get all the facts, harvest bigger profits, year after yeari Every farm should reap the many benefits of Daymond Sub -surface Drainage. FARM A+ MUNICIPAL DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 111814,1 al'lord % 2171.•47711 has finished for the season with, the exception of Achievement Night at Brookside May 20. The group will be doing a skit at that time . entitled "Traditional Breads from Around the World" with everyone taking part. Mothers and friends are cordially welcome to attend at 7 p.m. The members report that they have enjoyed their project on bread equally as well as their other projects and sincerely thank the - parents and Tiger Dunlop WI for their support. The next project is "More Outdoor Living" with Ruth , Ann Strickler and Linda Bisset as leaders. It will take place in the fall, probably early September. Card Party There were nine tables of ,euchre in progress at the card party in Colborne Township Hall on Thursday, May 13. Winners were: ladies -Mrs. Alice Moss and Mrs. Adelaide Feagan; gents -John Moss and Lois Cunningham (playing as a gent). The next card party will be Thursday, May 27 at 8:30 p.m. (please note change of time). social News Mr. and Mrs. Richard. Buchanan of Colborne and Mr. and Mrs: Barry Buchanan and children of Clinton attended the con- firmation of their grand- daughter and . niece and cousin, Lesley Buchanan of St. Thomas on Thursday evening, May 13. Lome Cunningham has been a patient in London hospital and his many friends and neighbours sincerely wish him a return to better health. More than 30n attend quilt dis Bouquets of apple blossoms and arrangements decorated Knox United Church last Saturday for the UCW sponsored quilt show. Over 130 quilts and crafts were on display. Oyer 300 guests were welcomed by Mrs. Richard Hawley and UCW president Mrs. Jack Armstrong. Mrs. Allan Craig, Mrs. Fred Armstrong, Mrs. Bob Worsell, Mrs. Jim Glousher, Mrs. Keith Rodger and Mrs. William Empey were in charge of registration and Mrs Allan Webster received guests in the evening. Mrs. Tina Empey, Mrs. Robert Arthur, Mrs. Gordon Chamney, Mrs. Glen Webster, Mrs. Maurice Bean, Mrs. Jack Armstrong and Mrs. John Hildebrand were in charge of the quilts which were attractively arranged with small tags giving the information about, who had made them and who owned them now. The main attraction was,. the Canada Packers display of 11 quilts which had wen prizes at fall fair com- petitions. These quilts have been on tour around Ontario since 1967. Al Colbeck of Bolton was in charge of this display and also gave demonstrations on the spinning wheel. Several Old quilts were on' display. One belonged to Mrs. Greg Park and was made by her great- grandmother. Another owned by Mrs. William Seers was. over 100 years old and woven at the weaving mill in Usborne Township. When each guest registered, they were given a ticket toplace the number of their favorite quilt on. The most votes went to Mrs. Wilfred Kinahan of Goderich for her prize winning „quilt - The Tree of Life. She won the prize donated by Ceramics by Bess. The runner-up was Mrs. Oliver Anderson's OM - The Hexagon Wreath. A bed was set up in the Sunday school room compliments of Whetstone Furniture and it was ideal for showing off this attractive quilt. Mrs. Ross Andrews was in charge of the craft table assisted by Mrs. Norman Wightman, Mrs. Harold Gross, Mrs. Gordon Gross and Mrs. Tom Cunningham. Mrs. Donald Haines, Mrs. Stewart Ball and Mrs. Bill Robertson were in charge of the bake sale. Mrs. Gerald McDowell, Mrs. Peter Verbeek, Mrs. Ruhr Koopmans, Mrs. Beth Lansing, Mrs. Orval McPhee, Mrs. Greg Park, Mrs. Oliver Anderson, Mrs. Kenneth McDougall, Mrs. Lawrence Plaetzer and Mrs. Ross Robinson were in charge of the lunch room. During the afternoon and evening, quilting was demonstrated by Mrs. Donald Haines, Mrs. Tom Jardin, Mrs. Kenneth McDougall, Mrs. Bob AUBURN NEWS Eleanor Vradnooke EIRE -9595 VEEP Turner, Mrs. Jessie Naylor, Mrs. Bessie James and Mrs. Tom Haggitt. The attractive posters advertising the quilt show were made by Faye and Carol Seers and the printing on the identification cards was done by Mrs. Glen Webster. Social News Mrs. Thelma McIntyre of Wingham visited last Sunday with her aunt, Mrs. Mary Rollinson and cousin, Murray Rollinson. Any child three to 12 years of age wishing to attend the Knox United Church, Bible School July 5 to 9 is asked to register with Mrs. Ross Andrews by May 22. Call 526- 7762. Winners of the weekly Auburn and District lottery last week were Steve Wylds and Dick Smith. Don't forget the fireworks display on Monday, May 24 at the Hullett Township school at Londesboro. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Craig of R.R. 2 Lucan visited friends in the village last Saturday. The community is sorry to report that Nelson Moulden is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital. He is wished a speedy recovery. Mrs: Albert McFarlane is again a patient in Clinton Public Hospital and it is hoped she will be able to return home again soon. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley McNall of Welland spent last weekend with Mrs. Ellen Johnston and Miss Laura Phillips. „ Bridal Shower Jayne Arthur of Goderich was guest of honor last Tuesday evening at a bridal shower at the home of Miss Trudy Machan at Meneset. The bride-to-be sat in a decorated chair and Trudy pinned a corsage on her. Contests were conducted by Trudy with Lorraine Chamney as winner. Tracey Machan gave an elimination contest with Mrs. Marion Sproul as the` winner. Naming the articles on the tray contest was.won by Mrs. Doris Vanderburg. Gifts were presented and Jayne thanked her friends. Lunch was served by Trudy and Tracey Machan.. WMS The Presbyterian Women's Missionary Society met for its May meeting last Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Gordon Dobie. President Eleanor Bradnock was in charge of the meeting and opened with a reading on Mother's Day and a hymn London Life RRSP ft BUSINESS INSURANCE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PERSONAL INSURANCE 10A THE SQUARE GODERICH PHONE 524-2022 JANE LOVE SALE CONTINUES THIS WEEK WE SELL THE PAINT 31 Victories St. GOING OUT OF -BUSINESS Still Great Savings On All Our Hardware Supplies SERVICE DOMINION HARDWARE GODERICH 52414581 read in unison. The devotional period was taken by Mrs. Frances Clark and the scripture lesson, Genesis, first chapter, was read alternately. The meditation, He Leadeth Me Beside the Still Waters, was followed by prayer. The offering was received by Mrs. Frances Clark and dedicated with prayer. The roll call was answered by a Bible verse containing the word, water. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as read by •the secretary, Mrs. Lillian Leatherland and the. financial statement was given by the treasurer, Mrs. Frances Clark. Mrs. Bradnock gave a report of the Hamilton -London Synodical held recently in Burlington and also reported on Huron Presbyterial held UNISEX HAIRSTYLING IN THE suNcortsr MALI ti1Mf. 21 soir ?I- GODERICH (519) 524-8515 • HOURS- tuesswsd.10-5 1hutsJ Fri 10.9 Sat. 10-4 (Closed M,nd last Wednesday at Goderich. Plans for the June meeting to be held at the home of Mrs. Roy Drier were made and the meeting closed with a hymn and the benediction. Lunch was served by Mrs. Dobie. UCW Unit I of Knox United Church Women met last. Wednesday evening, May 12 in the Sunday school room of the church. Mrs. Bob Worsell, Brenda Ball and Mrs. Dorothy Grange were In charge of the meeting and the topic was, 'Stress'. There was a short amusing skit on hiring a minister. Mrs. Worsell then introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Madelaine Roske, a public health nurse with the Huron County Health Unit. She showed a movie on stress and told of some causes of stress and also some ways of copingwith it. 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