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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1978-10-26, Page 9GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, THURSDAY,.OGTQBER 20,1$7$ —PAGE 0 F11.miy' 011041' Children Sorrke CHRISTMAS ' r quir.* District president speaks to Horticultural Soc. Bouquets and arrangements of chrysanthemums_ decorated the Auburn Community Memorial Hall for the Auburn Horticultural Society's October meeting. President, • Mrs. Dorothy Grange was in charge and opened the meeting by singing 0 Canada with Mrs. Donald Hainesas pianist. After welcoming the guests and members, she read a poem - Autumn's Golden Days. Mouth organ solos were played by Ernest Durnin accompanied on the piano by Mrs. Charlie, Adams of Goderich. Mrs. John Durnin gave a _readi-ng.._-..•The-Pioneer - written by Beth McConnell of Dungannon. 'Mrs. Grange in- troduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Maisie Bray of Lion's Head, president of district 8 of the Ontario Horticultural Society. She brought greetings and thanked all those who had assisted at the International Ploughing Match held recently near Wingham. She stated that over 3,000 persons had igned the guest book. Mrs. Bray spoke on horticultural work and told about how to plan other interesting meetings. She spoke of having a sick plant clinic and told how to condition flowers when cutting them for bouquets and arrangements. Mrs. Donald Haines thanked Mrs. Bray for her informative message and presented her with a gift. A penny contest con- ducted by Mrs. Russel Brindley was won by Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock. In the absence of the secretary Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, Mrs. Bradnock read the minutes and also gave ;,..,,...the financial statement. Plans were made for Family Night on December 1 and Mrs. Donald Haines, Mrs. Ross Robinson and Mrs. Thomas Jardin were named td a committee to set up tables. It was decided to enter a float for the parade next year at the 125th birthday party and the committee named to work on this was Stewart Bali, Mrs. Maurice Bean, Mrs. Gordon Dobie, Mrs. Frances Clark and Ross Robinson. The roll call was an- swered by naming the flower or vegetable that grew best for you this summer. Mrs. Frank Raithby reported on the work done • on Manchester Garden flower beds and said that the fences had to be painted before they were put up next year. Door prizes were won by Mrs. Ruby Lobban at Owen Sound, Mrs. Ross Robinson and Mrs. Ernest Durnin. A smorgasbord lunch was, served by Mrs. John Durnin, Mrs. Ernest -Durnin and Mrs. Russel Brindley. W.I. The October meeting of the Auburn Women's Institute was held last Tuesdayevening in the Community Memorial Hall with the president,. Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock, in charge. After opening the meeting, she welcomed the guests from Blyth and members and read a poem, Autumn Splendours. Mrs. Robert Peck read the minutes and gave the financial statement. It was announced the Family Night will be held on December 1. Mrs. Frank Raithby, convener of Resolutions, read the ones that are to be presented at the area convention on November 1 and 2 at the banquet in London. A discussion period followed and the delegate will vote later. Mrs. Thomas Haggitt was named delegate to go to the London area convention. The gift for the area gift stall, a wool hat crocheted by Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, Was on display. The card report prepared by Mrs. Andrew Kirkconnell was given by Mrs. Peck. The roll call was an- swered by naming your first school and teacher. The guest speaker, Rhea Hamilton, editor of the Blyth Standard, was introduced by Mrs. Robert Turner, convener of. Education -and -Cu Cu ltu-ral- Activities. Rhea outlined the work of printing the newspaper and illustrated how it is printed and the many steps taken after the news is received at the office. She stressed that the readers are the most important people in the printing of a newspaper to make it a success. She answered questions pertaining to her work as editor. Mrs. Myrtle Munro, a convener, also thanked Rhea for her interesting account of the newspaper business. A reading In the Garden - was given by Mrs: Hugh Bennett --_.-_ Contest winners were - the most buttons - Mrs. Kenneth McDougall; lucky chair - Mrs. Robert Turner; the longest trip this past summer - Mrs. Clayton Robertson of Meaford who had recently returned from a trip to the Holy Land and most pennies in their purse - Mrs. Ernie Snell. Lunch was served by Mrs. Hugh Bennett, Mrs. Andrew Kirkconnell, Mrs. Wilfred Sanderson and Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock. U.C.W. The Autumn Thankof f Bring meeting of Knox United Church Women was held Oast Sunday evening in the Sunday school room of the church. The ' ' guests and members were welcomed by Mrs. Donald Haines and Mrs. Jack Arm- strong. Mrs. Kenneth McDougall led the ser- vice and Mrs. Norman W ightman was the pianist. After welcoming everyone, the hymn, Come Ye Thankful People Come, was sung. Mrs. McDougall read a poem - Count Them One _Ope__Mrs •,Oliver Anderson read the scripture lesson, Psalm 92, followed by prayer by Mrs. Earl St. Jean. Mrs. McDougall led in the meditation with the theme being, The Extra Blessings of Thanksgiving. A solo - Thank You - was sung by Mrs. Emmerson Rodger ac- companied by Mrs. Wightrnan.' Mrs. Gerald McDowell introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Garnet Potter of Goderich. She compared the life of some WI entertains seniors The Goderich Township Womens Institute en- tertained at the October birthday party at Huronview on Wed- nesday, October 11. Mrs. Millie Dempsey acted as emcee for the program.. Mrs. Molly Cox at the piano and Mrs. Driver along with Mr. Norm Spears playing their violins, played several numbers. Mrs. Dora Heard whistled while Walt Webster ac- companied ' her on his mouth organa Mrs. John Lindsay sang "moonlight and roses" and "I do believe". Mrs. Phyllis Cox gave a humourous reading., The ladies of the Institute served cupcakes and tea and birthday gifts were given to all who had birthdays in October. Personals The Goderich Township Women's Institute will hold their Variety night October 26 at 8:15 at the Holmesville School, something for everyone to enjoy. We welcome Mr. and Mrs. Fulcher to the area. May their stay be a long and happy one. Also Mr. and Mrs. Dorst .and family, may their stay be be long and a happy one. A correction from last week's paper. Mrs. Dorothy Mcllwain donated a life mem- bership pin, not received one. Mrs. Bill Norman received the life mem- bership pin from MrsP, Les Jervis. Mrs. Irene Cudmore has returned home again after a three week visit with her son and • gran- dchildren in Ottawa. Many from the area attended the Johnston - Potter wedding in Holmesville United Church and the reception at the White Carnation. SPECIAL SELECTION Table Lamps 5 0 % AFF BLACKSTONE FURNITURE ga r 1 et, Juit Off 'The Square, Godorlch Located on 1Nest Street, ` olmesville news Blanche Deeves, correspondent 482-3383 Mr. Brian Pringle from Chester, England was a weekend guest with Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Betties. The Huron Happy Heart Dance Club held their weekly round dance Friday, October 20 at the Holmesville School, the last dance, Ina and Bill Henry and Ruth and Dick Moore could attend before leaving for their winter home in Florida. During the evening Lois and Edward Wise presented club members with a badge - all the round dancers who have taken instructions from them have the same badge. 4-H clubs The fifth meeting of the ° Holmesville 1 4-H was held October 16 at the home of Kathy Van Ninhuys. Readings from their members book on meal planning, meat, vegetables, salads, and dessert, energy con- servation, small ap- pliances were discussed. The two team leaders were Debby Harrison and Sheryl Thompson. Debbie's team made souperior steak and Sheryl's team made pink velvet. es Too much bench time slows you .down. Get active. Get in shape and put yourself in the clear. Fitness is fun. Try some. Panncmacrion1- } uburn news Eleanor Bradnock, correspondent 526-7595 Christians to a goldfish and some to a yellow bird and urged all to be more concerned and listen where the -great need is. She said to always con- centrate on good points and don't forget to praise the younger folk and don't forget to reach out by prayer. She stated that more courage is needed to see people as they are and to seek God's guidance and make one's thankfulness real. Mrs. Jack Armstrong thanked Mrs. Potter. The thankoffering was received by Mrs. Greg Park and Mrs. Robert Arthur. The meeting was closed with the hymn, Sing to the Lord of the Harvest and the benediction - and Grace by Rev. Earl St. Jean. 4-H The third meeting of the Auburn 4-H club was held on October 16 at the home of the leader, Mrs. John Hildebrand. Carol Seers opened the meeting with the 4-H motto. The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted as read by Patti McDowell. Vickie Rodger called the roll and all answered it by naming their favorite breakfast. The girls answered a quiz on kitchen safety and all discussed food poisoning 'and ho , to prevent it. Packed ches.,were also discussed as well as various san- dwich fillings. Vegetables and how to serve them also was a study. All took part in the making of potato cheese chowder a la metric using a white medium sauce. Mrs. Hildebrand and Mrs. Don Cartwright demonstrated the making of metric white sauce using the melted fat method and creamed fat method and showed the difference in the finished results. . Vickie Rodger closed the meeting with the 4-H pledge. SOCIAL NEWS The - community is pleased to report that Mrs. Arnold Craig is home after being a patient for a couple of weeks in University Hospital, London. Mr. Roland Taylor left for his home in Victoria, B.C. after visiting his mother, Mrs. Bert Taylor aid other relatives in the district. Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Mutch of London and Miss Dorothy Mutch of Clinton visited on Sunday afternoon with Mrs. Albert McFarlane. Mrs. Melvin H. Taylor of Brussels and Mrs. Dane of Gorrie visited one day last week with Mrs. Bert Taylor. Mrs. Pete Whetstone returned home from a two week trip to Baden, West Germany. She also visited in France and Austria. She was ac- companied by her father, Mr. George Cuts. The community is sorry to report -that Murray Rollinson is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital. He is wished a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. George Collins attended the funeral of her grand- mother, Mrs. Collinson at Lucknow last Friday. Mrs. Stephen Medd and Mrs. Robert Harvey of Ilderton visited last Tuesday with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Johnston. Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Robertson of Meaford visited a few days last week with her mother, Mrs. Elva Straughan and sister, Mrs:, - Thomas Jardin and Mr. Jardin':. Mrs. Celia Taylor of Goderich visited last. Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Tom Johnston and Miss Laura Phillips.. Mrs. Thomas Haggitt spent a few days last week at Exeter with her grandsons and son, Mr. Kenneth Haggitt while Mrs. Haggitt was with her parents near Hamilton. The community is sorry to report that Mrs. Keith Machan is a patient n Photo r • e nice„c' gig f ul way to say Merry Christnua!� °Asonal too! Choose your message rd frorn re;jangular negatives 1,0 ,: = r OAS quare negatives ► 10 instamatic negatives) oOA m olo ' egatives or c° 1.58t,in black ;, sI ;,,.. rom black atives. 1 end a happy new year! message no. 1 AVA1LA1 ,E. Folde at 524 7241 SEASON'S GREETINGS message no. 2 Folder card holds vregular size colour or black and white prints ype Greetng Cars. PHARMACY SHOPPERS SQUARE, GODERICH in Alexandra Marine and. General hospital, Goderich. She is -wished a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Weston of Toronto lilted on the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Mary Rollinson. Mrs'. l,'rerices" Clark arrived -home last week after a three week's vacation in Scotland. Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock and Mr: and Mrs. John Stadelmann, Christine , Rhonda and Jennifer were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Stadelmann, Benjamin and Susan of R.R. 4 Goderich last Sunday. Also present were Mr. and Mrs. Louis Stadelmann, Jr., Chris and Step'h-en of Georgetown. Mrs. Mary Johnston and Jennifer of London spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Sanderson. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Youngblut, Laurie, Barry and Bradley of London visited last weekend with his mother, Mrs. Myrtle Munro. Mrs. Jewell Plunkett recently became post- mistress for the Auburn post -office succeeding Kenneth Scott who had been postmaster for 20 years. Mrs. Marjorie McDougall, who had been assistant, postmaster for the past four years, will continue to help Mrs. Plunkett. Plans are in full swing for the Hallowe'en masquerade dance to be held in the Auburn eo nmunity' Memorial Hall on October 28 by the 125th birthday program committee. A. few tickets are still available from Mrs. Bill Robertson. There will be good prizes and a hot buffet at midnight. Volunteer Knitters for mitts, tats, scarves, etc. WOOL SUPPLIED Call: 5244189 We are celebrating our 30th Anniversary in the Same Location, and to help us celebrate we are offering: FALL PERM SPECIALS Reg. Special $40.O0PERM- $35.00 $35.00PERM- `30.00 $30.00PERM- '25.00 $25.g0PERM- $20.00 $2O.s°PERM- 11.80" CaII and make an appointment with Bonnie today. MEN,NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY! 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