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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-03-12, Page 8PAGE 8—GODERICH SIGNAL-- People IGNAL People /DA..:�a-..�.-,I 12, 1986 SIC While Port Albert celebrates it's 150th birthday celebrations this summer, the bridge crossing the Nine Mile River is 100, and believed to be the oldest in Ashfield Township. Erected by Smith Bros. of Kincardine in 1886, this bridge outlived the horse and carriage, the flood inr1900 and two different gristmills. Picture Circa 1890 before the age of cement. Note wood cribbing and piling in mill pond, also Royal Hotel and Blacksmith shop. (Submitted by E.C. McGee) Over $3,400 was collected for March of Dimes The Ontario March of Dimes 1986 Ability Fund campaign is officially over. Ellen Con- nelly, Campaign Chairperson, is delighted to report that a total of $3,400.00 was col- lected in Goderich and area. The donations received from our com- munity will help enrich the lives of physical- ly disabled adults in so many ways - by pro- viding employment and job training oppor- tunities; camping holidays; wheelchairs, electronic units and other aids; improving transportation services and. housing. ' In short, the March of Dimes helps disabled people discover their potential - and their abilities. ' T Fiat. Ontario March of Dimes' .cin .'piaaign slogan is "Help us break , the bonds of disability', said Ellen. "We certainly can continue to help the thousands of physically disabled adults across the province, thanks to the support received from Goderich and area people, business and clubs. Ellen would also like to add a special thank you to the dedicated volunteers who worked so hard and to the members of the Post Off:cc for th., r su .. vur, vaaaa.v : ..p port. And, of course, a very special "thank you" to eyeryone who gave a donation. The books are not closed as yet if you still care to donate. Town will not observe Local Government Week Local Government Week will not be observed in Goderich this year because too much money was spent for an open house which too few people attend::d last year. Co.uncil decided at its Mar. 10 meeting to forget the week, which will start on Mon- day, Apr. 21. "Last year council took some action and had an open house and films with coffee and donuts. But, the response on a signed list showeu were was not, a sutrrcrenL number to justify the cost," said Coun. Bill Clifford. It'sa shame to receive and file it but it's not a good use for our tax dollars," agreed Coun. Glen Carey. Mayor Eileen Palmer disagreed remin- ding council that last year's open house Was held during a storm in January on very short notice. "I personally would hate to cancel Local SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED OVER 60 YEARS Goderich Area ROBERT.McCALLUM 11 CAMBRIA ROAD, GODERICH 524-7345 • Clinton Area MICHAEL FALCONER 153 HIGH STREET, CLINTON 482-9441 Government Week became of last year. It's our responsibility to educate the public about local government," she said. Coun. Jim Searls agreed with the mayor saying if only a few people attended,"coun- cil would be showing it is available to the public. "We should try again this'year•," he said. Last year, council spent approximately $150 for advertising, coffee and donuts for the open house. H. BRUCE ERSKINE , 86 North St., Goderich 524,-955.5- 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE MAJOR COMPANIES ONLY Clunk Diredor First Baptist Church MONTREAL STREET, GODERICH MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE 9:45'0.m. (j Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m. - PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY 6y PASTOR: REV. GILBERT KIDD 524-9130 You can find acceptance, purpose, joy 8 peace in Christ ST. GEORGE'SAnglicanEspiscopal CHURCH 1 - (( North and Nelson Streets, Goderich Rector: The Reverend Robert J. Crocker Organist -Choirmaster: David Hamilton, A.R.C.T. fifth Sunday of Lent 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion" 9:00 a.m. Brotherhood Breakfast 11:00 a.m. Choral Ei,charist Sermon: "Judas knows the angles" - St. John 12 Church School and niirsery. 2:00 p.m. Evening Prayer at Christ Church, Port Albert, Lenten Midweek Services: Wednesdays in Lent: 10:00 a.m. Holy Communion Thursdays In Lent; 7:OOp.m. Holy Communion — You are always welcome -� March 16th 0.Knox Presbyterian Church $ Sunday, March 16 11:00 a.m. Divine Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 2:00 p.m. Young Peoples Sermon "The Uppermost Priority" (Nursery Facilities) Enter to Worship Depart to Serve f/ ao�.m.a.�.ssysaeras•Fes®e<sacra.e.da<o+w.swsesesaar®.ee�..oe.� ►� Calvary Saptist Church RAYFIELD ROA() AT BLAKE STREET 10:00 a.m. - Bible School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Olympians (Wednesday) 7 p.m. Prayer Services (Wednesday) 7:30 p.m. Word of Life Club (Friday) Nursery Facilities ... available Pastor: Terry Woodcock Phone 524-6445 WELCOME TO THE FRIENDLY CHURCH North Street United Church 1 i FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT i 1 1 11:00 a.m. 1 r 56 North Street, 524-7631 SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 1986 Worship with JuniorCongregation ROBERT BALL...MI ISTER ROBERT BLACKWELL...DIRECTOR OF MUSIC err L...-a.e.e:.<e••e:ena.e..a.,:v+v.v,r.►.a•�.r.e...�..+.+.+erw.•a.+ti4w.. Former West Wawanosh company manager dies FRANCIS FREDERICK THOMPSON On Sunday, March 2, 1986, Frank F. Thompson passed away at Kincardine and District General Hospital after a lengthy il- lness in his 73rd year. He was born on the 10th Concession of Kinloss Township on December 28, 1913, youngest son of Frederick H. Thompson and Frances G. Bell. He received his education at S.S. No. 3 Kinloss, Teeswater Continuation and Ripley High School, On August 27, 1938, he married Cora Ethel Wall and they farmed on the Kinloss farm until August 1, 1962. Frank served as the Treasurer of Kinloss Township from February 1949 until July 1962. In August 1962 he was appointed Secretary -Manager of the West Wawanosh. Mutual Fire Insurance Co. at Dungannon' assisted by his wife, Cora until December 31, 1978, when they retired to Kincardine. Throughout his life, Frank was always ac- tive and interested in community affairs and was a member of the Kincardine United Church. He is survived by his wife Cora, one son Ronald F. Thompson and his wife Jean of Wingham, three daughters Corabelle (Mrs. Art Danahy) of Kincardine, Bernice Glenn of Dungannon and Joanne ( Mrs. Stephen Whitney) of Sarnia, one sister, Mrs. Grace Alton of Willowdale. He is also survived and loved by 13 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and two brothers Herbert G. (Bert) of Brantford and Harold H. of Kincardine. Funeral service was held at Davey- Linklater Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 4, 1986, and conducted.by Rev. Dr: Norman Perry and assisted by Rev. Clarence Mc- Clenaghan, a family friend. Spring interment at Kincardine VC3llC:aa:ty. Pallbearers were Norman Ross, Donald P. MacKay, K.K. Dawson, Jack Connell,. Grant Eckenswiller and Verne Inglis. . JANET (DELAIN) PHEL,AN Janet Phelan of Godorich died at Victoria Hospital in London on Friday, March 7, at the age of 75. She was a member of the Knox' Presbyterian Church and a member of the Royal Canadian legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch 109. Born in Toronto on January 16, 1911, she was the daughter of the late John DeLain and Edith Munro. She was predeceased,. by her husband Francis Phelan. She is survived by one daughter Jane, ( Mrs. John Pepe) of Ottawa, and three grandchildren OBITUARIES Service and committal were held on Sun- day, March 9, 1986 at. 3:30 p.m. TheLadies Auxiliary to Branch 109 held a service at the Stiles Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. G. L. Royal of Knox Presbyterian Church with soloist Jean Hanly. Cremation. BET'T'Y (BROWNE) WHEELER. Betty Wheeler of Goderich died at Alex- andra Marine and General on Tuesday, March 4, 1986 at the age of 62. Born in Toronto on April 23, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Harold Browne and Doris Murray. Slie was married to Jack M. Wheeler, who predeceasetJler. She is survived by a daughter, Marsha and her husband, Gary Triebner of Bayfield and a son, William, and his wife, Angela of Calgary and three grandchildren, Jennifer Triebner, Billie Joanne and Jack William Wheeler. Dear friend of Gwyneth McRae of Goderich, she is also survived by a sister, Beatrice, Mrs. Edwin Carberry of Toronto. She was predeceased by one brother, William Browne. Arrangements were in charge of Mc- Callum Funeral Home. Burial in Maitland Cemetery. LUELLA (WILSON) GOW Luella Gow of Goderich died at Maitland Manor on Saturday., March 9 in her 84th year. The former Luella Wilson of Goderich and formerly of Belgrave. she is the beloved wife of William Gow of Goderich. Dear mother of Gladys, Mrs. Jack Ladd of Gnrieriebi Violet; Mrs. Lennard Brindlev of Dungannon; Donna, Mrs. Glenn Wales of London, Bill Nahrgang of Rostock, and dear sister of. Russel Wilson. of Blyth and May MacArthur of Hillcrest Rest Home, Strat- ford. ' She is also survived by 16 grandchildren andi14 great grandchildren. She .was predeceased by he'r parents, James and Priscilla (Sowler) Wilson and a brother, George Wilson of Blyth. Pallbearers were grandsons, • Ron Brindley, Wayne .Ladd, Michael Wales and Ken Nahrgang. HAROLDGAUTCHER Harold Gautcher of Goderich and former- ly of Timmins died at Alexander Marine and General Hospital on Monday. March 3. 1986 . in his 70th year•. A retired taxi operator, he Turn topage 9A• We're at your service 4's'OUR EVERYDAY SERVICE. PRICES. Sizing -up- . first size 1 2. Each additional __3.5.o..... Sizing Sizing Down- • • regardless of how 6 many sizes . All our service work done at Anstett Manufacturing Limited, by our own certified Goldsmiths. Estimates and consultations at no charge. RING CLAWS 4 Claws 2 Retipped Each additional �. claw....... ...... GOLD CHAIN . Solder V 6 WATCH BATTERY • INSTALLATIONS 4. ANSTETT JEWELLERS Main Corner CLINTON 482.3901 ***it* ***SU*** *** **Si* Si* 1986 • Zitaleg**6 fi�,. ��.. Due to last week's stormy weather we will be open Fri., Sat., Sun., March 14, 'IS, 16,. See All, • The 1986 Suzuki Motorcycles Display S.. �,. w.�. ells'O(J WOn,f 'to miss want i ake Advantage Free ,. 0� all the ryf pepsl nd 1111 1111. Nally G y Financing \'. S.,• ,Opon Nouse %St �,. Hours Friday 9 - 6 Saturday9•S Sunday 12 - 5 WARNA,ONT. sx.a�te A. JU$T OFF HWV4 9E1'WEEN HENSALL AND BRUCEFI ELD Western Ontario's Friendliest and Most Complete Motorcycle and ATV Centre ,4-..4 on Stratford Cemetery Memorials DISTRICT OFFICE & SHOWROOM Suncoast Mali, Goderich OPEN,DAILY 10 a.m. to 6.p.m. Or Any Evening By Appointment PHONE 524.8457 Serving Southwestern Ontario for over 50 years. • D.A. Denomme - Manager Res. 524-6621 (Private Entrance at the front of the Mall Next to Suncoast Restaurant) list showeu were was not, a sutrrcrenL number to justify the cost," said Coun. Bill Clifford. It'sa shame to receive and file it but it's not a good use for our tax dollars," agreed Coun. Glen Carey. Mayor Eileen Palmer disagreed remin- ding council that last year's open house Was held during a storm in January on very short notice. "I personally would hate to cancel Local SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED OVER 60 YEARS Goderich Area ROBERT.McCALLUM 11 CAMBRIA ROAD, GODERICH 524-7345 • Clinton Area MICHAEL FALCONER 153 HIGH STREET, CLINTON 482-9441 Government Week became of last year. It's our responsibility to educate the public about local government," she said. Coun. Jim Searls agreed with the mayor saying if only a few people attended,"coun- cil would be showing it is available to the public. "We should try again this'year•," he said. Last year, council spent approximately $150 for advertising, coffee and donuts for the open house. H. BRUCE ERSKINE , 86 North St., Goderich 524,-955.5- 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE MAJOR COMPANIES ONLY Clunk Diredor First Baptist Church MONTREAL STREET, GODERICH MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE 9:45'0.m. (j Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m. - PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY 6y PASTOR: REV. GILBERT KIDD 524-9130 You can find acceptance, purpose, joy 8 peace in Christ ST. GEORGE'SAnglicanEspiscopal CHURCH 1 - (( North and Nelson Streets, Goderich Rector: The Reverend Robert J. Crocker Organist -Choirmaster: David Hamilton, A.R.C.T. fifth Sunday of Lent 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion" 9:00 a.m. Brotherhood Breakfast 11:00 a.m. Choral Ei,charist Sermon: "Judas knows the angles" - St. John 12 Church School and niirsery. 2:00 p.m. Evening Prayer at Christ Church, Port Albert, Lenten Midweek Services: Wednesdays in Lent: 10:00 a.m. Holy Communion Thursdays In Lent; 7:OOp.m. Holy Communion — You are always welcome -� March 16th 0.Knox Presbyterian Church $ Sunday, March 16 11:00 a.m. Divine Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 2:00 p.m. Young Peoples Sermon "The Uppermost Priority" (Nursery Facilities) Enter to Worship Depart to Serve f/ ao�.m.a.�.ssysaeras•Fes®e<sacra.e.da<o+w.swsesesaar®.ee�..oe.� ►� Calvary Saptist Church RAYFIELD ROA() AT BLAKE STREET 10:00 a.m. - Bible School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Olympians (Wednesday) 7 p.m. Prayer Services (Wednesday) 7:30 p.m. Word of Life Club (Friday) Nursery Facilities ... available Pastor: Terry Woodcock Phone 524-6445 WELCOME TO THE FRIENDLY CHURCH North Street United Church 1 i FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT i 1 1 11:00 a.m. 1 r 56 North Street, 524-7631 SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 1986 Worship with JuniorCongregation ROBERT BALL...MI ISTER ROBERT BLACKWELL...DIRECTOR OF MUSIC err L...-a.e.e:.<e••e:ena.e..a.,:v+v.v,r.►.a•�.r.e...�..+.+.+erw.•a.+ti4w.. Former West Wawanosh company manager dies FRANCIS FREDERICK THOMPSON On Sunday, March 2, 1986, Frank F. Thompson passed away at Kincardine and District General Hospital after a lengthy il- lness in his 73rd year. He was born on the 10th Concession of Kinloss Township on December 28, 1913, youngest son of Frederick H. Thompson and Frances G. Bell. He received his education at S.S. No. 3 Kinloss, Teeswater Continuation and Ripley High School, On August 27, 1938, he married Cora Ethel Wall and they farmed on the Kinloss farm until August 1, 1962. Frank served as the Treasurer of Kinloss Township from February 1949 until July 1962. In August 1962 he was appointed Secretary -Manager of the West Wawanosh. Mutual Fire Insurance Co. at Dungannon' assisted by his wife, Cora until December 31, 1978, when they retired to Kincardine. Throughout his life, Frank was always ac- tive and interested in community affairs and was a member of the Kincardine United Church. He is survived by his wife Cora, one son Ronald F. Thompson and his wife Jean of Wingham, three daughters Corabelle (Mrs. Art Danahy) of Kincardine, Bernice Glenn of Dungannon and Joanne ( Mrs. Stephen Whitney) of Sarnia, one sister, Mrs. Grace Alton of Willowdale. He is also survived and loved by 13 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and two brothers Herbert G. (Bert) of Brantford and Harold H. of Kincardine. Funeral service was held at Davey- Linklater Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 4, 1986, and conducted.by Rev. Dr: Norman Perry and assisted by Rev. Clarence Mc- Clenaghan, a family friend. Spring interment at Kincardine VC3llC:aa:ty. Pallbearers were Norman Ross, Donald P. MacKay, K.K. Dawson, Jack Connell,. Grant Eckenswiller and Verne Inglis. . JANET (DELAIN) PHEL,AN Janet Phelan of Godorich died at Victoria Hospital in London on Friday, March 7, at the age of 75. She was a member of the Knox' Presbyterian Church and a member of the Royal Canadian legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch 109. Born in Toronto on January 16, 1911, she was the daughter of the late John DeLain and Edith Munro. She was predeceased,. by her husband Francis Phelan. She is survived by one daughter Jane, ( Mrs. John Pepe) of Ottawa, and three grandchildren OBITUARIES Service and committal were held on Sun- day, March 9, 1986 at. 3:30 p.m. TheLadies Auxiliary to Branch 109 held a service at the Stiles Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. G. L. Royal of Knox Presbyterian Church with soloist Jean Hanly. Cremation. BET'T'Y (BROWNE) WHEELER. Betty Wheeler of Goderich died at Alex- andra Marine and General on Tuesday, March 4, 1986 at the age of 62. Born in Toronto on April 23, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Harold Browne and Doris Murray. Slie was married to Jack M. Wheeler, who predeceasetJler. She is survived by a daughter, Marsha and her husband, Gary Triebner of Bayfield and a son, William, and his wife, Angela of Calgary and three grandchildren, Jennifer Triebner, Billie Joanne and Jack William Wheeler. Dear friend of Gwyneth McRae of Goderich, she is also survived by a sister, Beatrice, Mrs. Edwin Carberry of Toronto. She was predeceased by one brother, William Browne. Arrangements were in charge of Mc- Callum Funeral Home. Burial in Maitland Cemetery. LUELLA (WILSON) GOW Luella Gow of Goderich died at Maitland Manor on Saturday., March 9 in her 84th year. The former Luella Wilson of Goderich and formerly of Belgrave. she is the beloved wife of William Gow of Goderich. Dear mother of Gladys, Mrs. Jack Ladd of Gnrieriebi Violet; Mrs. Lennard Brindlev of Dungannon; Donna, Mrs. Glenn Wales of London, Bill Nahrgang of Rostock, and dear sister of. Russel Wilson. of Blyth and May MacArthur of Hillcrest Rest Home, Strat- ford. ' She is also survived by 16 grandchildren andi14 great grandchildren. She .was predeceased by he'r parents, James and Priscilla (Sowler) Wilson and a brother, George Wilson of Blyth. Pallbearers were grandsons, • Ron Brindley, Wayne .Ladd, Michael Wales and Ken Nahrgang. HAROLDGAUTCHER Harold Gautcher of Goderich and former- ly of Timmins died at Alexander Marine and General Hospital on Monday. March 3. 1986 . in his 70th year•. A retired taxi operator, he Turn topage 9A• We're at your service 4's'OUR EVERYDAY SERVICE. PRICES. Sizing -up- . first size 1 2. Each additional __3.5.o..... Sizing Sizing Down- • • regardless of how 6 many sizes . All our service work done at Anstett Manufacturing Limited, by our own certified Goldsmiths. Estimates and consultations at no charge. RING CLAWS 4 Claws 2 Retipped Each additional �. claw....... ...... GOLD CHAIN . Solder V 6 WATCH BATTERY • INSTALLATIONS 4. ANSTETT JEWELLERS Main Corner CLINTON 482.3901 ***it* ***SU*** *** **Si* Si* 1986 • Zitaleg**6 fi�,. ��.. Due to last week's stormy weather we will be open Fri., Sat., Sun., March 14, 'IS, 16,. See All, • The 1986 Suzuki Motorcycles Display S.. �,. w.�. ells'O(J WOn,f 'to miss want i ake Advantage Free ,. 0� all the ryf pepsl nd 1111 1111. Nally G y Financing \'. S.,• ,Opon Nouse %St �,. Hours Friday 9 - 6 Saturday9•S Sunday 12 - 5 WARNA,ONT. sx.a�te A. JU$T OFF HWV4 9E1'WEEN HENSALL AND BRUCEFI ELD Western Ontario's Friendliest and Most Complete Motorcycle and ATV Centre ,4-..4 on