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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1989-12-19, Page 12Page 2B - The Wtrhghau Advance -Times, Dec. 19,1999 Nancy Corrigan named Bluevale UCW president BLUEVALE—Nancy Corrigan was named president of the United Church Women, succeeding Isabel Wheeler. Ruth Hastings is secre- tary; Etoile Johnston is treasurer and pianist and auditors are Bev Elston and Shirley Garniss. Other officers are: representative to Official Board, Nancy Corrigan; representative to Board of Stew- ards, Etoile Johnston; unit leaders, Audrey Edgar, Ann Walters and Shirley Nicholson; social service and action, Evelyn Stamper; supply and welfare, Helen Warwick; stew- Wingham Canadian Tire Only ardship and finance, Isabel Garniss, Etoile Johnston; world outreach, Carol Nicholson, Shirley Nicholson; Christian development, Audrey Edgar, publicity, Shirley Nicholson; leadership development, Bessie Johnston; flowers, Evelyn Case - more; social convener, Audrey Johnston; teas, bazaars, suppers, Helen Warwick; cards, Lillian Elliott; Christian education, Ruth Hastings; nominating committee, Isobel Wheeler, Marie Stewart, Eileen Sellers. The Christmas meeting opened Wingham Canadian Tire Only Wednesday, Dec. 20th & Thursday, Dec. 21st, 1989 Only Open 9:00 a.m. 9:00 p. m. 30% OFF All Christmas Decorations IN STOCK Excluding: Christmas Trees, Christmas Wrap, Flyer Advertised Items UP TO 50% OFF ON ALL CHRISTMAS TOYS IN STOCK 30% OFF On All Hockey Gloves, Shoulder Pads, Hockey Pants IN STOCK DOUBLE COUPONS Wednesday Night 6 - 9 p.m. December 20th, 1989 • Excluding Flyer Advertised Items Ltraveed.I.me sale .al'ues with a call to worship by Mrs. Wheeler. A time of meditation was provided by each unit. Mrs. Corrig- an of Unit III used Luke's version of Mary to portray her as a leading lady, humble, open and obedient to God's will. Mrs. Isabel Garniss used Christian symbols of Christmas as a basis for a meditation from Unit II. Carol singing, led by Mrs. Bessie Johnston of Unit IV, concluded the program. call of White Gifts was answered by 20 members. Mrs. Hastings gave the secretary's report. The annual report given by the treasurer of the finances for 1989 resulted in donations being given to Wingham and Area Pallia- tive Care Services, Town and Coun- try Homemakers, Drug and Alco- hol Concerns and the Kurtzville fire victims. A discussion regarding the care- taking resulted in it being left until the annual meeting in January, the carpet cleaning until spring. Dele- gates to the Presbyterial Annual in Seaforth on Jan. 22 were appointed; a donation to help with cards was made to Mrs. Elliott and a vote of thanks was extended to Unit IV for the lovely paint job in the base- ment. A letter from Rev Swan, serving near Ottawa, was read by Mrs. Mary Peacock, telling of his work there and his marriage on Nov 25. Annual reports were given by units and conveners and Mrs. Sellers pre- sented the report of the nominating committee. After a vote of thanks to the president, Christmas treats were enjoyed. The new officers will be installed by Rev. Bonnie Cole Arnal at the morning service Jan. 7. CHILDREN ENTERTAIN AT DAY CENTRE—Area school children en day centre for the homebound last week. Last Thursday,youngsters entertained at the WDshart Christian School entertained at the day centre with their renderingof Christmas the caroLucls. w District Quistanas carols. Mrs. Jacklin, Albert Cook Win high prizes Mrs. Mel Jacklin and Albert Cook won the high prizes at the weekly euchre party at the WI Hall on Dec 13. Sixteen tables were in play. Second high were Mrs. Wilford Caslick and George Johnston; low prizes went to Mrs. Olive Fuller and Mrs. Leslie Vincent (playing as a man) and novelty prizes were won by Mrs. Herb Clayton and Harold McCormack. There will be euchre again on Wednesday, Dec. 20, starting at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Come Alive Club enjoys turkeydinnei. CORRIR= °I'he Come Alive Clu➢i `` firierit assrselrkt with[' fifth' and their friends were royally treat- ed when the United Church Women catered for their Christmas Dinner at noon Tuesday, Dec. 12. Rev. Jeff Hawkins said grace and all busily began to fill their plates with turkey and all the trimmings, and a tempting choice of pies for dessert. A special cake was presented to Mrs. Sheldon Mann as it was her birthday. Alvin Mundell thanked the ladies for their hospitality. Mrs. Lloyd Jacques brought the meeting to order, and "O Canada" was sung. In reply to a request received from the town fathers for Christmas lighting project, the seniors agreed to pay for two poles. Mrs. Mann and Mrs. Alvin Mundell played two piano duets, "The Shepherd Boy" and "Star of the East". Rev. Hawkins presented a brief meditation on "gifts". Wrth Mrs. Wilbur Hogg at the piano, a number of Christmas carols were sung. Mrs. Lloyd Faust introduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Walter Good, who took the group through the magic of her slides to visit the Holy Land where Christ was bornand lived almost 2,000 years ago. She related the locations in modern Israel to the gospel story of Christ's life on earth, adding a new dimen- sion to our Christmas memories. Mrs. Mundell thanked Mrs. Good and all who had taken part. Mrs. Faust conducted a Christmas Acrostic and Trivia contest, won by Rev Hawkins and Mrs. Robert Peel. As zve celebrate this Joyous Season, 1 would like to take this opportu- nity to offer greetings to all the residents of Huron County. On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I want to wish all a happy and prosperous New Year. I look forward to con- tinuing to serveou in the New Year at Queen's Park and in my three ri- ding offices. Exeter 235-0170 Goderich , 5249444 Wingham 357-2463 Toll Free . Zenith 14730 Jack Riddell, M.P.P. Huron Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Natural Resources Joyof the Season May the Spirit of Christmas embrace you and yours. From the staff of The Wingham Advance -Times tri