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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWingham Advance-Times, 1980-03-19, Page 10d•• 6laheSel)lssanarro!'"•)., aeSee.i.*Ifolareasaaawam ea` 34—The Winifhaln Adv ance-Times, March 19, 1980 Former Gavle resident dies at Carleton Place Atornier resident of Gorrie, Manfred Irwin, passed away Wednesday, March 12, in Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital. He was in his,75th year. Mr. Irwin was born near Gerrie and was a retired employee of. the Huron County Roads Department. He was a member of the Gorrie United Church and the Forest Masonic Lodge, AF & AM, Wroxeter. His wife, the former Edna Douglas, predeceased him in 1971. He was also predeceased by his parents two sisters, Mrs. Stanley (Blythe) Gowdie and Mrs. William (Jean) Bauer; and one brother, John. Surviving are a daughter and a son, Mrs. Bower (Helen) Farrish of North Bay and Donald of Carleton Place; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Edna Evers of Scar- borough; and one brother, Archie, St. Marys. The late Mr. Irwin rested at the M. L. Watts Funeral Home, Gorrie Chapel; where Rev. Ernest Fellows of Gorrie United Church conducted funeral service Saturday at three o'clock. Temporary entombment took place in Gorrie Cemetery Chapel with spring interment to follow in Gorrie Cemetery. Well known therapist dies at Bayfield clinic A well known deep muscle therapist, owner and operator of the Pfrimmer Clinic, RR 2, Bayfield, Mrs. Therese C. (Pfrimmer) Sawcher, passed away Tuesday, March 11, at her residence m the clinic. She was in her 72nd year. Ms. Pfrimmer was born June 14, 1908, in Brussels, Belgium, a daughter of the late Leon Verkoelen and Marie Renders. When she was five and a half years of age, the family moved to the United States. She has resided in Canada the last 48 years. Ms. Pfrimmer had spent the last half of her lifetime doing research on muscles, this due to the fact that she herself was .stricken with paralysis of the lower extremities and was diagnosed incurable. Through her determination she overcame this condition by working on herself and thus cured herself. Her work, of which she was the discoverer and originator, is named 'Therese C. Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy Technique'. It is W. J. Grasby dies after long illness Following a lengthy illness, William James Grasby of Brussels passed away in Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, March 10. He was in his 70th year. Mr. Grasby was born in Morris Township and was a son of the late James and Elizabeth Grasby. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Adah Smith of Brussels, and one brother, Robert Grasby, RR 4, Brussels. Complete funeral and committal service was held Thursday at two o'clock at the M. L. Watts Funeral Home, Brusseis Cnapei, with Rev. Eric Ledrew officiating. Temporary entombment took place in Brussels Cemetery Chapel with spring interment in Brussels Cemetery. 9(9/7// maaten 4 4,116.:) r r *0 • .,0r1 .r • 4140 . . • .• . ARSkerask copyrighted, all rights reserved, as is her book, Muscles — Your Invisible Bonds. Her technique consists of working directly on the muscles in order to increase and stimulate the circulation which is lacking due to various and numerous crippling conditions. Many thousands of people became familiar with her work by word of mouth and have richly reaped the benefits and will sadly miss her. It was her wish that her clinic and training school will continue to be operated at RR 2, Bayfield, under the direction of her trained therapist, Mary Kish, RT,DM- T,RM. In 1963 she married Michael Sawcher and he predeceased her in 1973. She is survived by one daughter, Rosemarie Hunfalvy (Mrs. Victor Kosman) of Washington, Michigan; five grand- children; and one sister, Mrs. Angeline Nigra, Detroit. The late Therese Pfrimmer rested at the Stiles Funeral Home, Goderich, until Saturday when funeral ser- vice was conducted at two o'clock by Walter Gardiner of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Final resting place will be Maitland Cemetery, Goderich. Pallbearers were Adam Hack, Paul Kosman, Geoffrey Keene, Jack Kish, Charles Barney and Bent Herlutsen. FEAR—In loving memory of a dear husband and father George William Fear, who passed away March 21, 1979. No one knows the silent heart- aches, Only those who have loved can tell, The grief we bear in silence, For the one we loved so well. —Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife Elizabeth and son Brian. r BY LORRAINE JOHN- WHITECHURCH WORK GOES ON—The new plaza at the south end of town is springing up at an amazing rate, with masons and other workmen hard at it every day the weather Services Many Whitechurch residents were guests at the wedding of Barbara Purdon and Dr. Ed Carey in Kitchener on Saturday. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Purdon, Mrs. Robert Mewbray, Mr. and Mrs. Wes Tiffin, Mr. and Mrs. Angus Falconer, Mr. and Mrs. Alan Falconer, Mr. and Mrs. William Rintoul, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Purdon, Kevin Falconer and Lori Purdon. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Laidlaw visited Mr. and Mrs. Jim Moffat of London on Saturday and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Crowston of Chatham on Sunday. On Monday evening a progressive euchre party was held at the Community Memorial Hall with 11 tables in play. Prize winners were: high, Jean Wilton and Jack Maclntyre; low, Mrs. John A. Currie and Jim Coultes; lucky draw, Mrs. Sarah Anstett; door prize, John. Currie. The next euchre party twill be held March 31. Committee in charge will be Mrs. George Fisher, Mrs. Dave Gibb and Mrs. Fred Tiffin. FOR YOUR income tax prep- arations, 11 & R Block trained Amos Smith at Rina's Flowers 357-2023. 19 -April 16 ASTROLOGICAL SERVICES AVAILABLE For information write to Box 2121, c -o The Wingham Ad- vance -Times, Wingham, Ont. 17 rrb PHIL'S Refrigeration and Ap- pliance Service, 24-hour emer- gency service, used appliance sales. Phone 887-9062. 5 rrb TOP prices paid for dead or disabled cows and horses. For fresh animals over 500 lb. $1 a hundredweight; cows and horses over 1200 Ib. $15; calves and swine picked up free of charge. Four-wheel drive, radio dispatched trucks T 24- hour service 7 days a week. Brussels Pet Food Supplies. Local calls 887-9334. Toll Free 1-800-265-4267. 14 rrb YULE'S DEAD STOCK REMOVAL Proprietors Dan and 'Bev Lambkin. We pay on the spot for large fresh dead animals and disabled animals. Con- tinued free service for' small animals. License 635C-78. For prompt reliable service 7 days a week. Phone Cargill collect 366-2713. 2Orrb JOE CRAIG Oil Burner Serv- ice, Wroxeter, Ont. 24 hour emergency service.' Phone 335-3398. 13 rrb GEORGE LUBBERS Con- struction. Phone 357-3457 Whitechurch. Cottages, addi- tions, renovations. rrb CARPENTRY Renovations, recreation ' rooms, additions, repairs, etc. Phone Ben Dekker, 357-1085. 24 rrb PORTABLE WELDING Will do custom portable weld- ing and in -shop repair work. Stabling and truck racks. Phone Spike Bakker, RR 5, Lucknow, 528-2026. 6 rrb • INCOME TAX preparation services for individual, farm or Small business by Mrs. Caroline McDonald, a trained tax preparer. Drop in at El- liott Insurance Agency, Wing - ham, any Thursday or Friday in March and April or phone 392-6382. 20 to April 16 MASONRY CONSTRUCTION Chimneys, fireplaces, all type of brick and block work. Field stone construction a special- ity. Free estimates. Book now for 1980 building season. Call Gord Cowan Masonry, 887- 6031. 32 rrb Coming Events permits. Opening of the new shops Is tentatively set for early June. MRS. GEORGE BROWN Gorrie Personal Notes Mr. and Mrs, Roland Bennett and girls and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Voll and girls of Gowanstown visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. William Bennett who have returned home from a week's vacation in California. .Mrs. Bruce Campbell, Christopher, John and Richard of Kitchener spent a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Leppington Sr. • Mr. and Mrs. Norman Heath of McLaughlin, Alberta, Mrs. Mervyn Grainger, Exeter, Mrs. Stanley Grainger of London visited Wednesday with Mrs, Cecil Grainger and with Mr. Grainger at Brookhaven Nursing Home. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Taylor, Laurie and Cheryl of Haw.kesville • spent Friday with Mrs. Lloyd Jacques and all visited Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Jacques at Walkerton on Saturday. Miss Velma Louttit of Listowel spent Sunday with Mrs. Roy Gowdy and Mrs. Charles Finlay. Mr,. and Mrs, Roger Burchill and Gilena of Harriston visited with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ferguson on Saturday.. Mr. and Mrs... Murray Hoover of BrioSeIS .spent Sunday with the latter's mother, Mrs. Sheldon Mann. Mr. . and Mrs. John. Mc- Cutcheon spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Moloney and Christopher at Bramalea. Mr. and Mr saRobert Ferguson were dinner guests of Mr. .and Mrs. John McKenzie at 'Mildmay Sunday evening. ' Mr. and Mrs. William Bennett returned home on Thursday from a trip to California. While there they attended a P.A.G. convention. Mrs. Frances Lewis of Kitchener visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs: Melville Dennis. wr POLIO CLINIC Huron County Health • Unit Adult Polio Clinic to complete polio series began in 1978 and for those who haven't had a booster since 19'75 or earlier. This clinic will be held at the Brussels Medical and Dental Centre on Monday, March 24 from 4 to 9 p.m. 50TH WEDD ANNIVERSARY In honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Phil Dawson, their sons and daughters request • the plea- sure of your company at an open house on Sunday, March 30, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. in Belgrave Institute Hall. • 19-26 MORTGAGES are child's pia atVictoria and Grey. We take the mystery out of Mortgages. Our experienced and knowledgeable counsellors will see that your mortgage is: Clearly explained, tailored to your needs and processed quickly. if you need a mortgage loan put Victoria and Grey into the picture and let us help you. VICTORIA AND GREY TRUST .0101•0•00...— Contact I. IS in 1 istowet MninSIF 291.1450 MORRIS FEDERATION OF 'AGRICULTURE The annual meeting of the Morris Township Federation of Agriculture will take place on Tuesday, March 27, at 8:30 p.m. in the Belgrave Women's Institute Hall. Guest spe•aker will be Bill McEachern of Grand Bend who will speak on the Income Tax Act as it ap- plies to farmers and also farm accounting. Refreshments and door prizes. 19-26 MAITLAND WOMEN'S INSTITUTE Will meet March at 8:15 p.m. for Agriculture and Canadian Industries • meeting. Each member is asked to bring their favorite hobby. Film — What Price Beauty? . BINGO Howick Lions' Bingo will be held on Friday, March 21, at 8:00 p.m. in Wroxeter Com- munity' Hall; admission $1; 12 Regular games for $10; 2 Share the Wealth; one $25 Special; Jackpot $120 on 54 ,calls; Purple Ball $70; Door and Consolation prizes. Visitors with Mrs. Vern Barlow on Friday were Mr. and Mrs. Howard Barlow of Edmonton, Alberta; Homer, Jim and Maureen Barlow of Listowel; Mr. and Mrs. Sin- clair Barlow and Bruce off Brussels; Lawrence Barlow, Wendy, Rhonda and Blane of Ethel; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kirk, Leslie and Linda, and Steve Chalmers, all off Sarnia ; , Miss Heather Moir of London; Wells Barlow, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Barlow and family, all of Markdale. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Barlow returned by plane to Edmonton on Saturday. Mrs. Edna Evers of Toronto spent the weekend with Miss Margaret Dane. WEIGHT LOSS AND CONTROL OPEN HOUSE By Count -Down. First meeting TueSday, March 25 at 1 p.m in Oddfellows Hall, Josephine St., Wingham, $2 weekly fees. GRAND OLD OPRY Two coaches visiting Grand Old Opry, Kitchener, Satur- day, March 22, choice gnats. Call , Nicholson Bus Lines, 357-3014 or 357-1270. 12-19 WINGHAM LIONS TALENT SHOW Will be held Thursday, March 27 at 8 p.m. in the Town Hall, Wingham. Admission 82, chil- dren $1.50. 19-26 Woodbine trip for Happy Gang The regular monthly me.eiring of the Wingham Happy Gang • was held last Fiday at 2.p.m. in the Ar- ,Mouries. There was a good attendance, but still not nearly enough for the number of seniors in Wingham and surrounding area. Every year there has to be a few more seniors In Wingham, but they must be hiding in the wood- work. After the opening exercise, the question of a bug load to the maple syrup festival was discussed. Only a few responded to the question so the matter was dropped. Next the graup received its annual invitation to go to the races on Seniors' Day at Woodbine. It was moved'that a bus be acquired for that oc- casiun. The date will be June 19. However, it was observed that those members who have paid thei fees should get first chance. So please get in touch with s me of the staff before too Ion. Don't forget the euchre on Thursday, March 27 at 8 p.m. in the Armouries. Look and listen for further news. Remember the shoot party on Friday, April 11 and don't forget the Happy Gang goes back to its monthly meetings in the evenings, starting April 15 at 8 p.m. It was brought to the gang's attention that the ministerial association is trying to have an organ installed in the chapel at the hospital. It was agreed that if it is necessary the group will help out financially. After the regular meeting club members entertained with readings, quartets and games. To close a successful afternoon, a lovely lunch was served and enjoyed by all. Will review high schools Ontario will undertake a major review of the province's secondary school system, Ed- ucation Minister Bette- Ste- phenson announced. Speaking in Toronto to the Ontario Secondary School Headmasters' Council, Dr. Stephenson Saidihe year4ong" review will be aimed at en- • suring that the system meets the needs of the students it serves during the 1980s. During the review "the status of the present program should be assessed; issues and problems should be identified; solutions •and strategies should be devised; and an overall blueprint for secon- dary education should be formulated. Throughout the process, there must be co- operative development, in- volving educators and the public, who are vitally in- terested in the educational enterprise," Dr. Stephenson said. Cards of Thanks The family of the late Wil- liam, Grasby would like to thank r,eiatiyes,and friends for kindness shown him during his illness. Also for sympathy shown us at the time of his death. Special thanks to Dr. Bozyk, LeDrew, the ladies of Brussels United Church for refreshments fol- lowing the service. Your kind- ness will always be remem- bered. Mrs. Adah Smith, Robert and Jane Grasby We wish to thank all those who sent expressions of sym- pathy and to those who sent food at the time of ' y mother's death. Many than to all Mr. and Mrs. payker Campbell sincere appreciation to the We would like to express our cousins, neighbors and friends for their many acts of kind ness, messages of sYmpatIV, floral tributes and donations gJtochnos in memory of the late Charlie Leaver Special thanks to the „ Currie-Walkr Funeral Home, Rev.ir Cosy cottage. Jean and Howard Walker and .the isa Words cannot express my thanks to my relatives, friends and neig1bors for their visits, cards, flowers and gifts re- ceived while I was a patient in Wingham and District Hos- pital. Special thanks to Dr. Leahy, to the nurses and all other hospital workers for their care, Mr and Mrs. Bob Perry for their visits and other ministers who stopped In to say hello. Charlie Nathan The Wingham Country Curl- ing Club would like to thank the merchants of Auburn, Bel - grave, Westfield and Wing - ham for their donatiorit of prizes and J. M. Schnieder Ltd. and Currie Furniture who all helped make the mixed bonspiel a success on Satur- day. Thank you to Dr. Vanner and nurses at Palmerston and District Hospital for their care while I was a patient. Also to Unit I Gorrie UCW for the basket of fruit and goodies and to Rev. Fellows, relatives and friends whose cards and visits helped so much to pass the time. Sincere thanks, Kent Strong /,-- BY LORRAINE JOHN WHITECHURCH Mr. and Mrs. Ron Coultes were visited by Mr. and Mrs. Empey on Sunday. •Mr. and Mrs. Herman deBruyn visited some of their friends in Bluevale on the weekend. We wish to express to our many relatives and friends our deepest appreciation for the many floral tributes and charitable donations given in Jack's memory. Thanks also for all the kindness and love shown him and us during his long illneiS and recent pass- ing. Agnes Farrier and family, Olive Gillespie and family I would like to thank my neighbors, friends and rela- tives for the visits, and cards I received while a patient in Wingham and District Hos- pital. Special thanks to Dr. Bozyk, the staff of ICU and MS West, Rev. E. LeDrew, and Ftev. Perry. Also thanks to everyone who helped out at my home before and since I arrived home. George Brewer GUARANTEED INVESTMENT GERM FICATEt: • . . • • 1 yeariind 5 yearonnual int rest Rates subject to chonge ii STANDARD • Ivalib3 TRUST 237 Josephine St., Wingham, Ont. Telephone 357-2022 Officesin: Brampton 0 Chatham 0 Hamilton 0 Markham Ottawa, Paris s Perth Picten Tnrnnte • Watkartnn Willowdale • Wingham • Windsor • Woodstock Member Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation _.....••...., -4-* • *4411/Q, )41rit ) *w : ___._...G H : : : : 70 • -0! a 4 * INCORPORATED /4' , ----------- ><- /r 181 9 PUBLIC MEETING ' . Wednesday, March 26, 1980 (Note Change in Date) at 830 p.m. Wingham Town Hall This is a public meeting held under sections 12 and 17 of the Ontario Planning Act to discuss a proposed amendment to the Wingham Official Plan to allow for the construction of a senior citizens' apartment building on lots 6, 7, and 8, plan 3, Town of Wingham (Cruickshank Park). Wingham Planning Board • Sometimes a ,reat -notion • needs help getting in motion. IF YOUR ORGANIZATION HAS A DOING THIS SUMMER, THE SUMMER YOUTH% EMPLOYM ENT • ;.: • PROGRAM WILL HELP: PAY FOR STUDENTS TO. HELP GET IT DONE. Does your organization.qualify? Established, non-profit organizations and local governments may qualify to receive financial assist- ance to hire students. What projects should you consider? To qualify, projects should employ at least three students for six to 18 weeks between the 5th of May and the 5th of September. Proposals must he of benefit to student partici- pants and should be of lasting value to the community. What students will be employed? Post -secondary or secondary students intending to retum to school in the fall, who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are eligible. The Summer Youth F,mployment Program will make a contribution towards wages at the level of the provincial minimum wage. In addition, the Program contributes employee benefits and up to $20. per person per week to cover project overhead costs. Where do you go from here?. Information and project proposal application forms are. available at Canada Employment Centres or Employment -Development Branch offices. Deadline for project proposals is March 28. To receive financial' assistahip to hire students, proposals must be; , submitted (post -marked) no later than \larch 28. Of course, it is to your organization's advantage to submit its application as early as possible, but Nlarch 28 is the final deadline. Nov4's the time to get that summer project off the ground. • I.Employment and Emplo Immigration Canada Immigration Canada Canada'. • TOGETHER WE CAN DO IT THIS SUMMER