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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1977-02-17, Page 26Vi„gov.a!,1: •'1');.'"? *,"..W•1•:), 4143 • . !r: E, 94 ti .0 V:41' 151,1,1241,1,,t41,1, SpiA, sr t: • 1.• ' • •• , • Favoured with a sunny afternoon, the -members of Ahmeek Chapter IODE held their annual meeting at the horne of the Regent Mrs. J.G. Henderson on Monday February 7. Mrs.' Charles Ruffell, standard bearer, presented the flags, in her usual quiet, dignifieel• manner. The secretary, Mrs. A. Habel gave her detailed informative report. Mrs. R. Neville, treasurer revealed a very encouraging picture financially for the year. Education convener Mrs. M. Robinson's report showed money and efforts, well spent And appreciated in that area. The services secretary, Mrs. C. Cutt, was absent from the meeting, but her excellent report was read. Each member had contributed individually towards the layettes for the northern parts of Canada. The yearly supply of handmade quilts was sent to Sick Children's Hospital in London. These are always very much appreciated. Hand-knit$ed mitts, hospital gowns and other articles of clothing were sent to head office for distribution. Several local fund drives were assisted by the Ahmeek ladies, either in time or cash donations: - not the least of which, was a $1,000'donation in June to the Goderich Arena building fund. Mrs. M. ,Robinson gave the report on nominations for the executive for the coming year. The Regent thanked all members for the work done and co-operation received. Mrs. Henderson noted that the 75th anniversary year had been a good one, in all aspects. Mrs. R. Neville was asked to install the officers for the coming year. In a brief resume she remarked that the members had all worked together to make the past year successful, both financially and socially, but Donnybrook ladies discuss quiltings The Donnybrook United Church Women held the February meeting at the home. of Mrs. Edward Robinson on Tuesday af- ternoon, February 8 with 19 members present. Mrs, Glen McConnell opened the meeting with the theme "Mission of Love". Mrs.. Wm. Hardy gave the prayer. Mrs. H. Jefferson and Mrs. R. Jefferson gave the scripture readings from first John and Proverbs. Mrs. E. Robinson gave the topic "Mission and Message" -from Mission Profile. It was on Hinduisum from India and a self-help project by some giving property, wells and seed etc. to help the poor get a start. Each land owner was asked for one-sixth of his land for land gift moveinent. Mrs. Wm. Robinson gave a reading "Slow". The offering was taken followed by prayer by Mrs. G. McConnell. The secretary's report was read and Mrs. E. Snowden took over the business. Mrs. E. Robinson reported on the PreshYteriar meeting in Setiforth. A pancake supper and quiltings were discussed. Mrs. E. Robinson closed the Meeting with prayer. Mrs. Otto Weber demon- strated how to make un- derwear. Mrs. W. Mason and Mrs. R. Hanna assisted the hostess with a dainty lunch. Lions and wives stranded in storm Eighteen • Lions Club members, from as far away as Orangeville and Owen Sound, along with their wives, found themselves stranded in Goderich over the weekend - when the roads were closed by another storm. The Lions were in Goderich ttending a Lions Cabinet i ,, hosted by the local b in the Lions Den at the Candlelight Restaurant. While the district meeting was underway, the ladies were hosted by Lion wives with a tour of the town and entertained at the homes of Lions Gord McManus and George Parsons. The day wound up with a dinner at the SMILE The Missus, at 3:00 in the morning: "Wake up, I hear a moose squeaking." Her spouse: "So what do you want me to do; get out of bed and oil it?" ' "Maybe you don't like my boyfriend," said the daughter to her father, "but you notice he ealIs for me in a $7,000 sports car!" That's nothing," replied the father, "I used to take your mother out in a $25,000 bus!" ---- Thedather of five children had .won a toy at a, raffle. He ,called the kids together to ask which . one should have the' prOent: "Who is the most obedient" he asked. ."W,ho, !--ittgistrairo—n in tiw iii. 017:77 never tilki-back to -Mother- 1 Who does everything, she -riVesniali voices answered, innisoti„r`qP,Ots play with Candlelight Restaurant which stretched into an evening of cards and singsongs when the out of town members were advised of Ministry of Transport and Communications warnings for motorists to stay off th‘ roads. Accommodations for the visiting Lions were located at hotels and motels in Goderich. • CalleettiL Nagillre.R.T. (R), danghtir. of- Mr. mid: Mrs. lohn Maguire of Goderich, - received her graduation diploma In Radiography from Fanshawe College and St. Joseph's. Hospital, London. 40 44, i; Colleen,: a Stratford native; lerry,,trowley Was an honour graduateof • •• Stratford Central Secondary School. She ,receiVed. her. ,.•1 reminded then') that it is the effort eackperson puts into it, that reflects .the • feeling, of personal achievement and Satisfaction one receives. Mrs. Neville handed the gavel, with her good wishes to Mrs. Henderson to resume officeas Regent. • A very pleasant piece of new business was conducted. ' In the -absence of Mrs. C`:– -- Murray, membership con- vener, Mrs. Neville presented Mrs, G. Cunningham who took her affirmation, thus becoming the first new member for 1977 for Ahmeek. The members were delighted to welcome Mrs. C. Taylor, a guest for the af- ternoon, At the clos,e of the meeting the ladies enjoyed a dainty lunch served by Mrs. A. Alexander, Mrs. M. Robinson and Mrs. J.G. Henderson. The members were reminded that fees are now due. The March meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Frank Walkom. • • Mrs: R.G. Emerson (104 -with Mrs. C. Cutt diiplaYAaja et qullts whlch they made from odds and ends of Material to send to Sick ChIldren"0HosPical Low*, on behalf of Ahmeek Chapter• • . . • rIVELVE NEW MONTHE TWIG YEAR ARE COMING, BETTER MCPERNIZE YOUR . PLUMBING • to • , Assistant Manager's Savings Spectacular ACAMPBELL;) •• CA 0 tor im III I 'VIERAS Kodak Fams 1 • Jack with -6 years experience in the furniture and appliance field, Jack has the knowledge to assist you with youtpurchasew, - „- Furniture World's Assistant Manager has taken the "bull by th;horns"„ so to speak to bring you spectacular savings this:week: Come in and talk to Jack, he'll do his best to save you money! 114 toa 0 ,411 0 fir 80"/ 44 C44 b 600 QI°(4 [Ri 524 Itt tick is offering: ite a ,.:;,!1.1-1 • Cersored in 'Olefin; and .Covered . spring Sielgs constructio4 Mon wilt -Ann cilia Included if 11, 106 and has position' on -the Clinton ,Pitlitielkoitidtti(# a. 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