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ZURICH CITIZENS NEWS
THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 1971
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HENSALL INDUSTRY WELCOMES FIDDLERS - This picture speaks for itself - it shows the enthus-
iasm in Hensall over the big Fiddler's Championship which will be held in the village this Friday and
Saturday night. Hensall's leading industry, Boise Cascade, extends a welcome to all the participants
in the big event.
Hensall W.I.
The 35th Anniversary of Hen-
sall Women's Institute was ob-
served on Wednesday evening,
June 9, by inviting all past
members and enjoying a hot
turkey dinner in the Legion Hall.
The Legion Auxiliary catered in
fine style. The Institute motif
was carried out in the table set-
ting, with the head table adorned
with an arrangement of mums
and carnations, and an anniver-
sary cake.
In charge of the affair was
Mrs. Carl Payne and Mrs. Clar-
ence Reid. A gracious welcome
was extended by the president;
Mrs. James McAllister, who was
master of ceremonies. Program
conveners were Mrs. W. Carlile
and Mrs. Fred Beer.
Mrs. Beer introduced the past -
presidents who were seated at
the head table, including Mrs.
Wilson Broadfoot, of Goderich,
Mrs. Alvin Kerslake, of London,
Mrs. Bob Elgie, Mrs. G. Arm-
strong, Mrs. Carl Payne, Mrs.
Bev Beaton, Mrs. Clarence Reid,
and Mrs. Beer. Congratulatory
messages were read from several
others with regrets that they
were unable to attend.
Mrs. McAllister expressed
thanks for all who helped make
the luncheon for the District
Annual in May, which was a
success. It was decided that five
members will help at Huronview
the Town Hall, resulting in a
Junior Institute being organized.
Mrs. Wilson Broadfoot was the
first president, and Miss Gladys
Passmore, now Mrs Lorne Elder,
the first secretary. Later it be -
carne a senior Women's Institute
and through the thirty-five years
since, has been very active, tak-
ing part in many community and
local projects, educational,
entertainment, doing their ut-
most during the war years in
sending food parcels, clothing,
comforters, etc., overseas, and
sent a total of 1628 pounds of
for an afternoon during Senior
Citizen's week, June 20-26.
A lively sing -a -long was dir-
., ected by Mrs. Payne. Two solo
numbers were given by Mrs.
Brown, of Seaforth, accompan-
ied by her daughter Mrs. Don
Carter, also of Seaforth. Two
piano duets were contributed by
Mrs. T. Sherritt and Mrs. Grace
I larpole.
Mrs. John Corbett favoured witl
two readings, "0 God forgive me
Celebrate 35 Yeirs
when I whine, " and "Neighbours'.
Mrs. McAllister gave interest-
ing reminiscing through the years
since the first Hensall Women's
Institute was organized in 1900,
and disbanded five years later.
In 1936 a short course was held in
Honor Two
June Brides
Chiselhurst Church was the
setting for a double shower for
Misses Catharine r.berts and Pam
Vanderwiel, brides' -elect of
June 25 and 26 respectively.
Mrs. R. Taylor and Mrs Rosa
Harris were the hostesses.
After a sing -song, readings
by Mrs. R. Taylor and Mrs.
Brock, contests and relays,
conducted by Mrs. R. Brock,
Mrs. R. Bell, Mrs. G. McLean,
Catharine Roberts was seated in
a decorated chair, by a garden
gate with streamers and bells
assisted by Pam Vanderwiel.
Rosa Harris read the address anc
Pearl Taylor presented the gifts.
After thanking the ladies, Cath-
arine and Pani exchanged chairs
with Mrs. R. Taylor reading the
address to Pam and Mrs. Rosa
Harris making the presentation.
After thanking the ladies in a
few well-chosen words by the
two girls, "Good Luck" ribbon
horse shoes were hung on the dec-
orated gift display table by their
gifts. A delicious lunch was
served at the closing.
Catharine Roberts wes honour-
ed at a shower prior to her wed-
ding on June 25. Mrs. Wally
Maxwell and Mrs. Fergus Mc-
Kellar were joint hostesses in
Seaforth for a miscellaneous
shower for relatives and friends.
Catharine was seated in a
gaily decorated chair surrounded
by bells and confetti; assisted by
her sister, Marion Mennell, and
the two mothers. Mrs. Georgina
Dupee read the address with
Misses Susan Maxwell and Debbie
Dupee. Making the presentation.
After thanking everyone for the
many useful gifts, games and
contests were much enjoyed
after which a dainty lunch was
served.
Miss Cathy Grenier hosted a
shower for Catharine Roberts in
Exeter for the class mates with
Miss Arlene Johns making the
presentation.
jam. With sugar rationed, it
wasn't easy.
In 1949 the Institute enjoyed
their first chartered bus trip of
which they have enjoyed several
through the years. Donations
were made to the museum at
Goderich which started in 1948.
Women's Institute exhibit comp-
etitions at Exeter Fair have
created much interest and activ-
ity since 1950. Many memories
of days gone by were recalled.
A cup of tea was served during
a social time.
Cone5poudenl: Maude Redden
Mrs, Glenn Bell, incoming
District Deputy -President for
District No. 23 is attending
sessions at the Rebekah Assembly
being held at the Royal York
Hotel, in Toronto,
Mrs. Elgin Thomson and Mrs.
Earl Campbell are attending the
Rebekah Assembly, also as
Scholar and Representatives from
Amber Lodge, Hensall, from
June 14 to 16.
Mr. and Mrs. R, A . Orr at-
tended the Service at Arkona
Cemetery on Sunday, June 13.
Anniversary services will be
held in Hensall United Church,
Sunday, June 20, at 11 a.m.
and 7:30 p.m., morning and
evening. Guest speaker for both
services will be Rev. Harold
Snell, B . A . B . D. of Riverside
United Church, London. The
Junior and Senior choirs of the
church will provide music for
the morning service and the
Huronic Choir for the evening.
William E. Redden, Niagara
Falls, and Mrs. Kathleen Wilson,
St. Catharines, visited over the
weekend with Herb Hedden.
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ROSE PRUNING
Properly pruned roses will '
produce attractive flowers and
strong growth for several years.
Although individual varieties
differ In habit, shape, growth,
and culture, most are pruned
in spring before bushes leaf out.
Some climbing and rambling
types are best pruned in Septemb-
er.
102nd ANNUAL
HENSALL TWILIGHT
SPRING FAIR
TUES., JUNE 22 , at 5:30 P
MI I WAY IN ATTENDANCE
Parade -6 p.m.
Zurich Centennial Band
Zurich Lions Majorettes
Baby Show -7:15 p.m.
In The
Arena Auditorium
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