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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1977-12-22, Page 18!AGE X — iQDERICH SIGNAL -STAR, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1977 uburn Church groups hold Christmas meetings A three -tiered gold decorated wedding cake topped with small bells and a golden 50, centred the head table and was on display . "during Open House last Saturday afternoon for Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kirkconnell on the occasion ,ofthe celebration of their golden wedding anniversary. The guests were welcomed by Miss Dianne Kirkconnell of Edmonton, Mrs. Harold Kirkconnell of Goderich and Mrs. Louis Blake of RR2 Brussels, Grandsons, Ronald Kirkconnell and Greg Kirk- connell of Goderich and Donald Kirkconnell of Kit- chener were in charge of the guest book. The bride. and groom of 50 years received the guests assisted by Mr, John Daer, the bride's brother who was best man 50 years ago and Mrs. Daer who had served at the wedding. Tea was served by the Auburn Women's Institute members, During the afternoon, over 100 relatives, neighbours and friends from Port Colborne, Edmonton, Kitchener, Mitchell, Listowel, Flint, Michigan, Port Stanley, Brussels, Wingham, Belgrave, London, Hensall, Toronto, Fordwich, Goderich and Clinton and the surrounding district at- tended. Mr. and Mrs. Kirkconnell received many gifts and cards to mark the occasion. Murray' Gaunt, M.P.P. delivered a Queen's Silver Jubilee plaque from Premier D vis of the Province of Or tario. A lovely 50th anniversary arrangement was received from Mrs. Mary Park of Winnipeg who was unable to be present. •Several plants, gifts, money and cards were received to mark the oc- casion. Dinner was served by the Auburn W.I. members to 33 guests at 5:30 p.m. U.C.W. The Unit One of Knox United Church U.C.W. was held at the home of Mrs. Peter Verbeek. The fireplace was glowing and the, Christmas decorations made an appropriate mood and setting for the Christmas story. Terry Crowley GODERICH London 524-9075 representingLife representing Mrs.. Gordon Gross read the scripture lesson from St. Luke 2: verses 4-20. Mrs. Verbeek gave the meditation, "The Birth of Jesus" and closed with prayer. Carols were played on the stereo in the background, Mrs. John Durnin opened the business period ' with prayer. A card was signed to be sent with a gift for Mrs. Jessie Naylor who recently moved to Goderich. Cleaning the church was discussed as Auburn news Eleanor Bradnock, correspondent, 526-7595 ol was the general meeting of the U.C.W. when members take a friend to the pot luck. dinner. Mrs. John Durnin thanked all for their help over the past two years and Mrs. Gerald McDowell thanked Mrs. Durnin for her leadership on behalf of the Unit presented her with a gift. Mrs. Verbeek had all play the "Progressive Fea" game and Mrs, John Durnin was the winner. An exchange of gifts was enjoyed by all. Lunch .vas served by Mrs. Verbeek, Mrs. Gordon Gross and Mrs, LawrencePlaetzer, A.C.W. The Anglican Church Women of St. Mark's Church met for their December meeting at the home of Mrs. Thomas Haggitt last Thur- sday afternoon. Mrs. Haggitt, presided for the meeting and welcomed everyone.. The scripture lesson, St. Luke 1: verses 7-33 was read by Mrs. Thomas Lawlor, The hymn, While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night, was sung. The story of the Christmas Tree was read alternately by paragraph. Mrs. Haggitt conducted a Christmas Quiz. This part of the meeting ,was closed by singing O . Little Town of Bethlehem. The president, Mrs; Robert Slater, took charge of the business period., The minutes were read by the secretary, Mrs. John Daer and adopted as read. The treasurer, Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, gave the financial statement. It was stated that the recent quilt that was done has been sold and more were planned for the new year. A vote of thanks was extended to Mr. and Mrs, Donald Cartwright for the use of their recreation room to do the quiltings. Correspondence was read and the bale of clothing etc. has been sent to Northern Ontario. The travelling apron received a free-will offering and the roll call was an- swered by a Bible verse from the Book of Revelations. Lunch was served by the hostess, Mrs. Haggitt and assisted by Mrs. Donald Cartwright. CHRISTMAS At this glittering time of the year we send wishes for you r happiness, glowing with bright hope for the future. We look forward to serving you again SANDRA AND DAVID ORR & STAFF THE WHITE CARNATION MCH„ IAESV IUI 414 W .I. The Christmas meeting of the Presbyterian Women's Institute was held last Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Frank Raithby. The president Mrs. Wilfred Sanderson gave the call to worship entitled, Hark the Glad Song. The carol, Joy to the World, was' read and Mrs. Frances Clark read the scripture lesson Luke 2: 15. 16 and Phillipians 2: 5-11 verses. Mrs. Sanderson led in the Christmas meditation and the program in the Gild Tidings was followed. Other carols were read and closed by all repeating the Lord's Prayer. Mrs-. John Hallam gave the Christmas message on the theme, What is ('luistmas All About? She closed with prayer.'' . The roll call was answered with a Bible verse containing, the word, Love.- The offering 'was received by Mrs. Frances Clark and dedicated with prayer by Mrs. San- derson. The minutes were read by the secretary Miss Minnie Wagner. Correspondence was read and the year-end reports were discussed. It was decided that programs would be made out for the coming year. Mrs. Frances Clark the treasurer gave the financial statement. A donation in memory of Mrs. Florence Ross, Mrs. John Houston and Mrs, Edgar Lawson was sent by Mr. Donald Ross of Oak- ville and also one from Mr. and Mrs. Duncan MacKay of Goderich. Mrs. Clark stated that the society had reached their allocation and gone beyond that amount. She stressed that all save their stamps for the Bible Society. A vote of thanks was ex- tended by Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock to Mrs. Wilfred Sanderson on being the president for another year. Mrs. Lillian Leatherland will be the new secretary. Miss Minnie Wagner is retiring after several years of faithful work. It was announced that Huron Presbyterial would be held on January 25 at Sea forth at 1:30. After reading the hymn, Away in a Manger, Mrs. Sanderson closed with prayer. Mrs. Raithby served a delicious Christmas lunch. AUBURN'S BIRTHDAY The third meeting to plan Auburn's 125th birthday party was held last Thursday evening in the Community Memorial Hall. Due to the absence of ` the president, Fred Lawrence, the past president, .. William Craig presided until the first vice- president, Allan Craig was able to get there. The minutes were read by the secretary, Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock. Committee con- veners were discussed and it is hoped that everyone will become involved on one of the committees. No date has yet been .. set for 1979 but it is hoped that whatever weekend is chosen that the Memorial service at Ball's cemetery ran be held. The next meeting is set for Turn to page 19 • f iii'I us sou' the seeds of lore and hope its we celebrate the birth of Christ. We say thanks and wish you a 'holy and happy holiday. BILL BARWICK INSURANCE 30 KINGSTON ST. 524-7551 GODERICH uai ben nmi The reser "side ldr St frig. ear ease ong 'tree he as istor weed corm omer iII Sp dine. [aWfr bush ober Broth andY rs. elco enne ommi naso' 11 fc efrest dines Puhl The three wisemen offer their treasurers to the baby Jesus. This scene was part of a dress rehersal held last Sunday afternoon at Auburn Knox United Church. The Young People of that church supported by the choir will present the Christmas story in living pictures with light and music on Sunday at 8 p.m. in the church. Director Ann St. Jean says everyone is welcome and she says the pageant help the whole family to get the Christmas feeling. H left to right, are the three wisemen, Keith Hallam, B Andrews and Mike Andrews. Marilyn Wlghtman Is M and Andrew Koopman is Joseph. (staff photo) A tristr blew unday nrtec ettin hri 'r hurcl omer roes[ nd 1 onou [tool morp The onald the ned mist r mi and. attht Getting the Best of ' 119 Anything Means knowing Where to: Find it. _ it (Aft Certificates 1%aiIaI)Ie I.aNavs, a, Plain All purchases Gift Wrapped free on request. l II \I(('I \ master charg EVERYTHING '` FOR T H E •INDOOR GARDENER SEE ART'S o r '�- - LANDSCAPING [Landcaping [i�NURSERY 1 j7 PLANSHRUBS TREES i & GARDEN CENTRE . SPECIALISTS '1 , 1o BENNETT ST. GODERICH { 524.9126 f iii'I us sou' the seeds of lore and hope its we celebrate the birth of Christ. We say thanks and wish you a 'holy and happy holiday. BILL BARWICK INSURANCE 30 KINGSTON ST. 524-7551 GODERICH uai ben nmi The reser "side ldr St frig. ear ease ong 'tree he as istor weed corm omer iII Sp dine. [aWfr bush ober Broth andY rs. elco enne ommi naso' 11 fc efrest dines Puhl The three wisemen offer their treasurers to the baby Jesus. This scene was part of a dress rehersal held last Sunday afternoon at Auburn Knox United Church. The Young People of that church supported by the choir will present the Christmas story in living pictures with light and music on Sunday at 8 p.m. in the church. Director Ann St. Jean says everyone is welcome and she says the pageant help the whole family to get the Christmas feeling. H left to right, are the three wisemen, Keith Hallam, B Andrews and Mike Andrews. Marilyn Wlghtman Is M and Andrew Koopman is Joseph. 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