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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1976-10-21, Page 6Page 8'--1be VAughm Advance -Times, October 21, 1876 Pro4fe speaker key gives British abortion views A British freelance journalist and broadcaster on national TV and radio addressed the public on Oct. 14 at F. E. Madill Secondary School on "The Abortion Situa- tion in England". Was Joanna Nash explained the law in England. In 1967 the abortion law was liberalized under the Abortion Act. Tech- nically, abortion is illegal but you can get one if you say you need one. The result is that they have a situation of abortion on demand, the term generally used in Eng- land. A woman may have an abortion up to seven months pregnancy. To obtain an abor- tion, the signatures of two doctors are required. This is often a rub- ber stamping done after the event. After 1967, people in England began to accept abortion. Abor- tion is considered a duty. An un- married pregnant girl is consid- ered irresponsible. An unmarried 'd to investigate the workings of the law without investigating the ethics of the law. The Commis- sion achieved nothing. In 3,973, branches of SPUC (Society for the Protection of Un- born Children) sprang up all over the country, 2D0 in all. The pro- life movement in England is be- coming increasingly strong. In 1975, 100,000 people concerned with protecting the lives of the unborn rallied in London, Eng- land. This was the largest rally since VE night, the largest rally since the Second World War. In 1974 the Abortion Amend- ment Bill was proposed. Pro-life people in England are backing this bill because it is a step in the right direction. The Bill suggests that abortions be done only up to 20 weeks rather than seven months. This represents the first milestone on the long road back. Pro -lifers believe that they can achieve what they want but that thi 'll h to be acrnm lishm and want to think it out for them- selves, and many become pro- life. The other reason is that young women are horrified that the distruction of the unborn is used as a whitewash over social ills — society is not caring about social problems such as housing. Miss Nash pointed out that pushing coiltraception has not done a thing to the abortion rate — the rate keeps rising. The only way to bring about a change is to change the law. There is a definite link between abortion and euthanasia. If you allow abortion, you allow euthan- asia. The biggest problem in Eng- land is public apathy. Many people take this attitude, "I don't like it but let them do it." The re- sult is exploitation and people think abortion. Miss Nash's closing remarks took the form of a warning. "Don't let this happen to Canada" girl who keeps her baby is Cons > - ered a social nuisance. Doctors s w I all p bit by bit. (A comparison was MR. AND MRS. BARRY ELSCHNER were married and pregnant girls are under made with Lord Shaftsbury'9 October 2 at the Mitchell Lutheran Church. The bride is the pressure, gradual steps toward the aboli- Baptize seven former Shirley Eickmeyer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Because the numbers of abor- tion of child labor in England). Harold Eickmeyer of RR 5, Mitchell. Parents of the groom tions began rising, the Conserva- They will begin to work for the • at United Church are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Elschner, Gorrie. The douple is ' tive government (1970-74), ap- tightening up of the laws and for living at 186 Montreal Street, Mitchell. a Commission to look at the imposing of restrictions on Seven infants received the fa (Photo by Russell Studio) ?pointed the way the abortion law was ating and whether or not it private abortion clinics. The above mentioned Bill will receive sacrament baptismecas Rev. --- -- was evenly distributed over the final reading this Fall. Barry Passmore conducted the country. The law itself was not Why is the pro-life movement morning service of worship in the investigated, only the way it was so successful in England? One Wingham United Church on Sun- Sr. citizens administered. The real question, reason is that young people are day• therefore, was overlooked. Miss being told that they support abor- Presented for baptism were to Sponsor Nash pointed out that it was silly tion. The young people resent this Eric John, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Deyell ; Carolyn Marie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne (euchre party Elston; Jason John McLean, son OPENING and Mrs. Blake Evans; Mr. Stephanie Meaghan, daughter of President Mrs. Olive Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Glen Madill; Ken- was in charge of the meeting of FRIDAY OCTOBER 22 dra Lynn, daughter of Mr. and the Wingham Senior Citizens held Mrs. Terry Merkley; Peter Fitz- Tuesday evening of last week. gerald, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Following the opening exercises, Shaw; and Mark Charles, son of the roll was called and the min- Mr - and Mrs. Charles Vessey. utes of the September meeting Mr. Passmore's sermon was were read. entitled "The Confidence That The euchre party for the arena BONNIE Conquers". He stressed the im- fund is to be held October 26 at 8 1 portance of security in one's life, o'clock in the armouries. George saying that the babies just bap- Grigg will organize the euchre tized would need security within and the committee in charge of Men's and Ladies' the homes. He said that very lunch and prizes will be Mrs. often, in our search for security Bone, Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. we become only more insecure. Gowdy. Hairstyling "Confidence comes when we risk A discussion followed con - everything and put our faith in cerning toe trip to Wroxeter to God," he said, "and this is the the fall rally; also brochures confidence and security that con- were read explaining trips to 'Appointments are now being quers all things." Florida rand Kentucky. accepted them, senior choir sang an an- Follo4ng the meeting, nine em, "Create__.in Me a Clean tables of euchre were played and Turnberr Street Heart, O God ', wiih H. Swatridge lunch was served by the commit - at the organ. tee in charge. Brussels, Ontario Tel.'887-9237 B & PW will spo n soy Theatre Passe Muraille ° The Business and Professional to ensure their future jobs. It now Women's Club of Wingham met costs $1,000 rather than $800 to at the Manor Hotel. Dinner was educate one student. H , enjoyed, following the singing of Thanks was extended from "O Canada", the Emblem Grace Russell Zurbrigg to the ladies of and a toast to the Queen. The the club . who assisted in the S?ORE Ends head table was enhanced with a phone-a-thon for Handicapped silver rose bowl filled with fall Adults and the Cerebral Palsied. W IDEOctober 23 mums and flanked by silver can- Conveners for the evening were dlesticks containing white tapers. Kay Forgie and Norma Coutts. Following the dinner, minutes These ladies, along with -Eliza- were read by the secretary, Jean beth Suter, gave a,sketch of their All ITEM 100/ l0 500/ OFF Rintoul and the treasurer's re- past and present lives in a rap 0 0 port was given by Barbara Ter- session on the theme, "What I vit. Thanks was expressed to the have got out of what I have conveners of the anniversary din- done". ner held in September, so cap- Plans were discussed for the ably planned by Yvonne McPher- club's project for November son, Velma Shera and Evelyn when the group is sponsoring the Scott. Theatre Passe Muraille in "1837 CRYSTAL A delightful report was given — The Farmers' Revolt" for the RADNOR by Stella Dabrowski on her trip pleasure of Wingham and district CHINA FLORAL$BONE CHINA as a delegate to Sault Ste. Marie audiences on November 18 at 8:30 DINNERWARE to the bicentennial convention. p.m. at the town hall. This is a Future donations to the Ram- story of the rebellion of Upper ROYAL DOULTON EONS CHINA ala Fund were discussed and the Canada. FIGURINES TABLE SETS urgent need for the education of The meeting closed following these young Palestinian refugees the Emblem benediction. i WATCHES COSTUME JEWELLERY WE HAVE IN STOCK ONE FLOOR MODEL GRANDMOTHER'S WESTMINSTER CHIME CLOCK REGULAR ZEES M IRONSTONE TABLE SETS DIAMOND RING SETS BY ROMANCE SELLEEK BLUE MOUNTAIN Pa. INET SILVER FLATWARE ANNIVERSARY AND SPECIAL HOLLOWARE $125.00 STAIMLefs STEEL FLATWARE SILVER OPEN SIX DAYS A WEIR MONDAY TO SATURDAY SCHMID'S JEWELLERY and CHINA OWNERS — W. JOS. AND DEAN E. AGNEW PHONE 5214S32 LUCKNOW, ONTARIO St. Paul's laymen conduct service Harry Brydges chose as his topic, "The Overpowering Ex- perience of God's Power" when he spoke at the morning worship service in St. Paul's Anglican Church on October 17, the Sunday designated as Laymen's Sunday. Mr. Brydges stressed that we can all benefit and experience God's power in public worship. Often, after partaking of the Holy Communion, God's Presence does not remain. Everyday duties are allowed to interfere and the spiritual benefits receiv- ed are fogged over. "The Holy Spirit is God's Comforter and we must use His Presence so the power will never leave us." The speaker went on to say how this gift is received — through the use of prayer. An earthly father gives good gifts to his children, how much more our Heavenly Father wishes to give us His good gifts, but we must ask for them. "Prayer is a lifelong process." he said, "and with genuine prayers, the gift of the Holy Spirit will not be withheld." Mr Brydges also emphasized the importance of friendship with God and in turn, friendship with others. He said friendship must consist of giving and receiving "The chief reason 'the church is not growing today is that service has been emphasized to the ex- clusion of friendship," he said. "Self -giving gives us happiness and satisfaction." St. Paul's is fortunate in having so many capable laymen to parti- cipate in weekly services. On this particular Sunday. they have complete charge. Don Farnell was in charge of the morning prayer service, Larry Milosevic read the first lesson and Elmer Walker the second. A , 1 CGIT workshop Throe represwtatives from the Twenty-seven isederabm At- �tario CGIT Con auittee were on woody Bellpave. Myth. Desboro, handhosts 21 Indws .... to`the locale and offer leadeers. LAMB , Gad Wale,rich, ListowPine River, � Lucknow, Markdak, Pins River, An all -day workshop rally was Tbey were Mrs. Joan Plume, Tiverton, Walkerton and WinB- held on Saturday in the Wingham Ricamond Hill; Mrs. Edith ham enjoyed a day of teilo%rslUp, United Church for all Leaders of Coyle, Grimsby; and Miss Pat .leadership and recreation. CGIT groups in the area. - Race of Hamilton. We're The Experts. Come On. Try Us! We'll show you how great clothes can I ... no matter how many seasons they've seen.' ur special dry-cleaning method brings out the beauty in them. Let us brighten up your holiday apparel ... now. READMAN'S Dry Cleaners, Josephine Street, Wingham, Ontario ' St. Pauls Church ANGLICAN WINGHAM Rev. T. K. Hawthorn, Rector Mrs. Diane Matisx, Organist and Choir Leader SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24 TRINITY 19 8:3Q a.m. —Holy Communion 11 :00 a.m. --Morning Prayer Brownies meet every Monday after school Girl Guides meet every Tuesday 7:00 p.m. WINGHAM PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Pastor Office Ronald Baker 359 Centre Street 357-1340 SUNDAY SERVICES M d Week Ser,,c" 'Sunday School 10 A M Wednesday 8 P M Morning Worsh p 1 I A M Proyer 8 B-ble Study Evening Evongel stir Service 7 P M Fr doy 8 P M Fom ly N ght *For free bus tronsportot on call 357 1340 TROT: "Too many people go to church proying that they will hear preaching that will hit someone else." FAMILY SEMINARS "The Art of Family Living" • The Family - To be or Not to be? The Art of Communicotion • The Art of Discipline The Art of Family Finances Understanding Your Role Parent -Teen Relationships • The Bed Undefiled The Total Teen Sex Education -Whore Responsibility? Rev'. Gerald Wilson of London, Ontario .. will be presenting these seminars on OCTOBER 26, 27, 28. at 7:30 P.M. at the WINGHAM PENTECOSTAL Church 359 Centre Street Phone 3S7-1340 COFFEE HOUR FOLLOWING EACH SESSION. " Specioliring In Remodelling Houses Into Homes' WINGHAM, UNITED CHURCH ; 113th ANNIVERSARY Sunday , October 24, 1976 Services of Celebration - 11 a.m. and 7:30 P.M. r,7uest Preacher will be THE REV. IAN F. MocLEAN I of Newtonbrook United Church, Toronto INSPIRATION MUSIC 11:00 a.m.—Our Junior and Senior Choir 7:30 p.m.—The Mount Forest Barbershop Chorus Coffee Hour following Evening Worship EVERYBODY IS WELCOMED x "What in the world is going to happ next?" lllol�, Bible Prophesy in 1976. DAVID B. LONG - Speaker — 5 nights only — OCTOBER 25-29 at 8 P.M. WIINGHAM BIBLE CHAPEL WINGHAM BAPTIST CHURCH Ross Smith —Pastor 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School 11:00 a.m.—Morning Service 7:00 p.m. --Evening Service 113 in Sunday School 61 on our buses Hear the beautiful baritone voice of DANIEL SHALANKO singing at both services this Sunday.