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Home My WebLink AboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-10-08, Page 16PAGE 2A —GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1986 Commu News . .... i Auxiliaries discussbeers membership categories, one for hospitals with over 190 beds chaired by Joan Sanders and assisted by Betty Green, both from A tcse ner- YWaterloo Hospital Auxiliary• workshop for Hospitals under 100 beds was chaired by Sylvia Shepherd assisted by Kay Ras, both from Groves Memorial Communi- ty Hospital, Fergus. Tray favours for patients were excellently displayed and showed a wealth of imagina- tion. There was much enthusiasm evident in the discussion of "how to make" and "where to go" for materials. Joan Pratt from Groves Memorial Community Turn to page 8A The Fall Conference of the Hospital Aux- iliaries Association' of Ontario Region was hosted by the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Auxiliary on Monday, Sept. 29. Frances Worsell, convenor and Janet Kalbfleisch, luncheon convenor were in charge for the day. Seventeen Hospital Aux- iliaries were represented and were greeted by Mrs. Mel Kerlin, chairman of Region 2 H.A.A. and Frances Worsell, Conference, Convenor. Mrs. Mel Kerlin opened the conference with the Auxiliary prayer. In her remark %, Mrs. Kerlin commended the delegates for Ram doesn't In spite of the rain, ladies from Huron enjoscri '71 nntinn in the van on Monday. Rain seems to be the topic of conversation these days and while it has caused disaster in many areas, it doesn't deter the activity going on at Huronview. An event which proves to be one that heads the popularity list is "ice cream day". The auditorium is usually filled with residents and some staff members as well, who like their sundaes. One can recall the old days when you visited the ice cream parlour with the soda fountain, wire -backed chairs, Tiffany lamps and, of course, the old player piano. Anyway the treats have never changed, and with a base of two or three flavors of ice cream, decorated with an assortment of ton - their dedication on such a stormy day. Greetings were brought by Jean Wheeler, Goderich auxiliary president. A short business meeting, dealt with the minutes of the Spring Conference, the treasurer's report and the correspondence. Location as to where the Spring Conference would be held resulted in Kitchener being chosen. Workshops were next on the program. Fund Raising was an important workshop for the members seeking new ways to gain the attention of the public as to the ongoing needs of the hospitals. Gift Shops were divided into two deter Huronview activity pings, they make a delicious and colorful er eatum Wednesday the van was available for residents who wished to go for an outing while some of the ladies were busy making muffins. The Reverend John Pluta conducted Roman Catholic Mass in the chapel on Fri- day morning. A craft show featuring ceramics, knitted wear, baking and preserves, etc., was on display at the Community Centre at Holmesville Friday afternoon, and by all reports, it was quite a successful affair. The weekly game of bingo brought to a close the activities for the week. Several residents and staff members are very busy these days with baking and crafts , in preparation for our own Autumn Tea and Bazaar that will take place in the Elma Youn 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. Mrs. 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. wrong whencv'r chn 'i 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 auditorium, Wednesday afternoon, October 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. Remember this date, and with a friend or two come out to Huronview and view the display of numerous articles that are for sale. Come and enjoy the lun- cheon with your friends. Next Sunday is Thanksgiving, and everyone is welcome to share in the service at Huronview. relatives and Sunday afternoon many friends gathered in the auditorium when Mrs. held a surprise party 8lizabeth Fletcher who was celebrating her 90th birthday. Mrs. Fletcher is a fine lady and respected by all who know her. Everyone wishes for her, many more bir- thdays with happiness and good health. Huronview welcomes Mr. Gordon Brad- shaw of Goderich and Mrs. Fannie Lobb from Clinton. is x;Elma Young many cards, flowers, candies and telephone calls. She also received cards from MP Mur- ray Cardiff, 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." 1 SALE STARTS OCTOBER Sth AND ENDS OCTOBER 18th,OR WHILE QUANTITIES LAST, Snug -a -bye 'Sleepers Infants.. Toddlers6. Children's•,.: LRaspberry or Strawberry 500 mi. Product,of Yugoslavia Jam *}Y AYS 2for rye'`' 3 in 1 Dinosaur Toy Hang -Up Pets 5 50 ft each ,Re9. $6 99 I Monterey SALE c 0ol O twin Reg. 512.99 $ Blankets SALE double Reg. 514.99 $12°. 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