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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1989-02-14, Page 24Page 8B Wingham Advance:Mie Febro Free on Our Mo .„ Precious Heritage ry i41989 By Kevin Smith • Freedom is a cherished commodity by those who enjoy it and a vigorously sought after situation by the millions who are denied any privileges at all. Yet many people are still unsure or unaware of the origins of this precious heritage. For an abstract ' idea such as freedom to be understood, one must first sympathize with those who's idea qf freedom is merely a Utopian dream, often recalled but not yet achieved. The word freedom conjures up images of liberated, rejoicing crowds exuberant at the thought of life. What many don't realize is that the seed of freedom is sown in the mire of oppression and injustice. It matures when people are denied basic human rights, thus producing a longing passion to be free. Simultaneously, the fight to achieve freedom is initiated The birth of liberty can occur in many forms, from spiritual or personal freedom to the revival of entire countries. The fight for justice can be equally diverse, from struggles within the soul of a man to rebellions involving countless numbers of people. Whatever the circumstances, the result, if the goal is achieved, is the same glorious feeling of being free. If ever a man denied people of their basic human dignities it was Adolf Hitler. His persecution, directed mainly toward Jews, was unthinkably horrible. Through perseverance, however, hewas defeated. The Jews were finally free again and were granted back their homeland as well. Israel became a nation again in 1948 and through courageous battles, retained their freedom from hostile Arab neighbors when they attacked. The triumphs are still celebrated through holidays. The Jews remember their fight while the rest f e world observes with admiration. Gains in personal liberation, though not as highly publicized, may' be just as dramatic as revivals in countries. A drug addict, whose surrender to peer pressure ac- quainted him with his deadly foe, must wage a tremendous inner battle to overcome his addiction and frpp hi ingsalf frnm, a life of doing what the addicted side of his personality tells him to do. When friends aid in his fight, the victory is more easily attained and sweeter in the end. Spiritual freedom is perhaps the most beautiful victory of all. Created man originally enjoyed freedom from sin, plagues and the need to fight for basic human privileges. Since man's fall, however, morals have been so carelessly discarded that man must rely on someone else to fight for him. The creator, God, is the only one who can restore than and make him spiritually free again. It may be a struggle to accept, but the rewards are eternally great. Freedom, liberation, justice! What heroes and victories are brought to mind by these 4 words. However, one must also remember the battles that were fought in years past to free a country and the inner struggles, that only yesterday revived a man. Editor's Note — Kevin Smith, a Grade 12 student at the F. E. Madill Secondary School, captured first place recently in an essay contest sponsored by the Wingham Optimist Club. The essay topic was "Freedom, Our Most Precious Heritage". His prize-winning essay now is entered in a district competition. 551 .;•••••••, . BIRTHS 41,1K.44 • '4$R1:47,4'..41:>0.10X*`,,,e,6{:4...a..* y ; • DYK — John and Ivonne mink) of Blyth are pleased to' an- nounce the arrival of their son, Curtis John Henry, born Jan. 27 at 11:36 p.m. at Clinton Public Hos- pital, weighing in at eight pounds, 10 ounces, A little brother for Samantha. Proud grandparents are Henk and Hermina Dyk of RR 3, Walton and Henry and Hannah Hartemink, RR 5, Lucknow. Proud great-grandparents are Eldert and Grace Geertsma of Lucknow and Mrs. J. Dyk of Holland. GIBSON — Rikki Arthur is the latest addition to the Gibson clan. Mother Terri, father Ron and brother Andy are thrilled. Rikki was born Feb. 1, weighing in at seven and a half pounds. Spoiling privileges are given to seventh -tine grandmother, Mag Smith of Waterloo and second - time grandparents, Eleanore and Art Gibson, Wroxeter. MacDONALD — Mr. and Mrs. Stew- art MacDonald, RR 1, Wingham, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jessica Elizabeth Gerrie, seven pounds, 11 ounces, born Feb. 4 at Wingham and District Hospital. A sister for Nikki andKris- topher, Fourth grandchild for Jim and Ra Gerrie and 27th for Alex and Betty MacDonald. LEWIS — Mary and David Lewis (Norman) are happy to announce the birth of their son, Jonathon Michael, in Ajax Hospital Feb. 5. Another grandson for Mr. and Mrs. John Norman, Wingham, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Labelle and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Lewis, all of London. HUBER — Mr. and Mrs. David Huber of Lucknow • welcome with love a daukhter, Jocelyn Marin six pounds, one ounce, born Feb. 7 at Wingham 'and District Hosital. A sister for Nicholas. Grandparents are Mrs. Rita Gilmore and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Huber. SANDE — Andy and Marg Sande, RR 5, Lucknow, are pleased to an- nounce the birth of their daughter, Angela Catharine, seven pounds, 10 ounces, on Tuesday, Feb. 7,atWing- ham and District Hospital. A;SiStei, for Laura and Heather. Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. William Sande of Toronto and Mrs. Rita Baks, RR 2, Teeswater. Province again honors seniors' achievements The provincial government will again honor individual seniors with Ontario Senior Achievement Awards, Senior Citizens' Affairs Minister Mavis Wilson has au- nounced. Nominees must be 65 years of age or older, residents of Ontario, and be contributing significantly to their community during their retirement years. The awards will be presented at a special ceremony in June -- the annual celebration of Senior Citizens' Month in Ontario. Individuals and organizations wishing to nominate seniors May contact the Office for Senior Citizens' Affairs, Sixth Floor, 76 College Street, Queen's Park, , Tcronto, Ontario, M7A 1N3 or cafl (416) 965-5106 to obtain a nomination firm . HEY, WAIT A MINUTE --"Peewee", a member of the Canadian Half - Pints Midget Basketball Team stole the ball from Fred Burton of the CKNX Tri-hards at last Saturday evening's Frostyfest match. Ref- eree Alex Irvin of Wingham watches, but doesn't lift a finger. • NOW YOU SEE THEM Kevin Stewart, assistant fann edftor at CKNX, found himself surrounded by members of the Canadian Half - Pints Midget Basketball teat* during last Saturday night's game at tho I MllhI Secondary Schpoi. (Photo by Peggy Rowley) Arnold Alfred (Cooper) Vmt o e.Qaderich passed away at Mexandrh. Wine and ene;aL Ho.pitai on Fie y,..4an. Z7, ithiSTIROTear. He was bent in:Severn pntarie, Affred an, (Harrison). :300P61', Mr. V t iS survived ty his fe, Velma Evelyn SOO; hialen; Cur man and hie wife, relapie,' Of 104- . -sor; daughters, Betty' Denommefet KAtehener, Joyce and her busballd, Barry *Merton, of Ladysmith, B.C.; daughter-in-law, Dorothy Vint • of Listowel; 14 grandchildren: and two great-granddaughters; sisters, Mrs. Telford (Bertha-) Cook etWing- ham and Mrs. Harvey (Grace) Cook, Goderich. He was pre -- deceased by his son, Jim Vint (1986); his sister, Mrs. Harry (Beatrice) Cook and brother, Frank Cooper. Mr. Vint was employed as a parts manager at an autoinotive dealer- ship. He was a member of Victoria --Street United Chfireh and the church choir and Past Noble Grand of the Independent Order of Oddfellows. A funeral service was held at McCallum and Palla Funeral Houle, Goderich, on Tuesday, Jan. 3], at one o'clock, Rev. Richard Magie of Victoria Street United Church offi- ciating. Wayne Vint, Barry Ander- son, Terry Denomme, Jason Denomme, David Vint and Mike Allard acted as pallbearers. David Fairs, Sheldon Allard, Jeff Scott, Rick Guzik, Bob Bahin-eau and Shannon Allard acted as 'flower bearers. Interment will follow in Maitland Cemetery. Wingham native dies at Midland The death occurred ludqenIA= at " of Jatneths Arr Tcod of -Port ivitosiktustoot *y* McNicoll, in his 47th year. He was born in Wingham hospital on March 19, 1942, to Doris and Art Scott of Belgrave. He attended school at Bel - grave but has lived in the Port McNicoll-Midland area for the past 35 years. Surviving, besides his wife, Pauline (Lafreniere) Scott, are his family: Janice and her husband, Brad Co d; Wendy of / Atatuline, at a 'fiiidson, Scott Coghill. Also surviving are his mother, Doris Scott of Midland and brothers, Bill and his wife, Veronica, of Port McNicoll, Brian and his wife, Jill, of Guelph. He was predeceased by his father, Art Scott, in 1983 and an infant brother, Eric, in 1945. Funeral service was held Monday, Jan. 30, at 11 a.m. in the Penetan- guishene Funeral Home. Spring burial will be in St. Margaret's Cemetery, Midland. t .0 0-0-0 Men must know, that in this the- atre of man's life it is Ieserved only for God and angels to be lookers on. —Francis Bacon Sweet Sixteen esee"eatnasee.