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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1988-03-16, Page 7el Legion player A very nice evening was spent at the Legion on the occasion of Jack and Marg Ungarlans' 25th wedding anniversary. The evening was spent dancing until a presenta- tion was made to the honored couple. A lunch -was served by the Ladies Auxiliary. Many congratulations and a wish for another 25 years of happy bliss from all at the Legion. Of the three teams that competed at the District Cribbage tournament, none were lucky enough to go on to the Provincial tour- nament. The complaints were mostly bad cards and too much noise. Better luck next time Comrades. Last Sunday afternoon the Spring Conven- tion was held at Blyth, with all branches but one attending. Seaforth had nine delegates and wives in attendance: The next meeting will be held in Exeter September 11th 1988. This coming Saturday will also be a very busy day around the Branch. Two teams of Brazil is topic of Cromarty prayer service Debbie Hoekstra, Staffs, spoke on the country of Brazil at the joint Staffa- Cromarty World Day of Prayer service in Cromarty Presbyterian Church. She stated Brazil was 135 million people, of whom 30 million live below the poverty line. It is the largest Catholic country in the world, having 106 million Catholics as well, as several other denominations. Over 60 million of their population are under 16 years old. Brazil is a beautiful country with lush green forests, abundant plant and animal life, and magnificent beaches. Brazil could become the breadbasket of the world but on- ly 9 percent of the arable land is cultivated. The main problems include the contamina- tion of food supplies with pesticides, and poor transportation and food storage methods. Hazel Harburn and Margaret Christie presided for the program with Mary F. Dow at the piano. A musical number was provid- ed by Gwen and Margaret Christie, Joan and Margaret Daynard and Dorothy Dow and Debbie Hoekstra of Hibbert United Church. Area choir Cranbrook Correspondent MRS. MAC ENGEL 887-6645 Don Dickinson is a patient in the Listowel Hospital. Mrs. Bert Van Donkersgped, West Montrose, visited in the area. ME & Mrs. Steven Starr and little daughter visited on Friday with Don and Mrs. Cotton. They were returning to their home at Owen Sound following a motor trip to Florida. Mrs. Ron Burdett and son Brent, Waterloo visited on Friday with Mrs. Mac Engle. The Listowel and District secondary school senior choir will sing in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City Sunday, March 13 during High Mass. The choir is touring Italy and Greece and is scheduled to sing at several places. Two local boys, Dwayne Evans and Gerald Knight flew Wednesday night from Toronto to Rome with the choir. The Foresters, Woodbine, M300, Cran- brook, held their March meeting in the Com- munity Centre on Tuesday,March 8. About Walton people Walton Correspondent MRS. BETTY MCCALL 887-6677 The Easter Horizon was the theme for the March meeting of Walton 1 unit held in the church basement Wednesday evening. Worship service was opened by Edith Wey. Scripture was read by Annie Reid. Edith Wey read the Easter Horizon followed by prayer. Hymns were sung with Doreen Hackwel] as pianist. Offering was received and dedicated. The topic on the Easter story was given by Leona McDonald, reading Listen to the Easter Chimes. Business was in the charge of Marie McGavin assisted by Audrey Flack -well. Coming events were announced. Names were drawn for eight people to take fruit loaves to the Easter Thankoffering April 10. Easter Lilies are to be purchased for Easter. Marie closed with a poem, Safe for today, s enter district euchre LEGION NEWS by Gordon Scott Euchre players are going to Brussels to compete in the District Euchre. One team is an all female team which is a first at the Branch. All the players are wished the best of luck. Also in the evening the Entertain- ment chairman and his committee are hav- ing their Beef Barbecue and dance. As usual there will be a social hour from 6-7 and the meal will be served between 7-8 pm followed by dancing to the music of "Nite-Shift". John would like tickets picked up tonight at the latest to make sure no one has to be turn- ed away at the door. The Legion's invitation bowling tourna- ment will be held on March 26. Anyone wishing to enter a team please get in touch with Don Eaton right away. The following week, which is April 2, the Legion is plann- ing a bus trip which will include visits to Goderich, Grand Bend, Exeter, St. Mary's and Stratford. There is a list to sign provid- ed on the Bulletin board. This Thursday is the Nomination meeting. President Jim would like to see a few more members for this meeting. There is a pro- posed slate of officers but if anyone would like to run for any of these positions plan to have your name nominated. Elections will be held at the April meeting. The bar roster for the coming week: Wednesday, March 16 R. Govier; Thursday, March 17, T. Johnston; Monday, March 21, L. Teatero; Tuesday, March 22, M. Thomas; Wednesday, March 23, J. Sills. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. TL E HURON EXPQSlTOR, MARCH 16,1988 7 ZONE -WINNERS - Seaforth District High School Student Ben Driscoll, second from the left, placed second during the Legion's recent Zone C-1 public speaking competition. The other winners pictured with Zone Z-1 education chairman Bud Thompson are, Greg Lobb, the first place finisher from Central Huron Secondary School and Elaine Pennington, third, from F.E. Madill. The competition was held March 5 at the Clinton Legion Branch 140. Emslie photo. YOUNG WINNERS - The Legion's Zone C-1 public speaking compeition was held at the Clinton Legion Branch 140 on March 5. Winning in the Grade 4,5 and 6 competition were, left to right, Adella Andrew, third place, Brookside Public School; Sarah Johnston, second, Seaforth Public School and Amy LeBeau, first, St. Joseph's Separate School. Standing with the winners is Bud Thompson, Zone C-1 education chairman. Emslie photo. to sing in Vatican City 30 attended the potluck supper which Simpson, Harvey Adams, Eleanor Steven - preceded the meeting. Brother Harry son, Audrey Adams. The euchre March 18 Jacklin showed a film on the roast for tain ho hnatori by the Wnroatora Brother Ed. Short who is retiring. Tickets are available for the beef draw from any of the members. A get together of correspondents was held on March 10 at the Citizen' office Blyth. Editor Keith Roulston gave an interesting talk on how the paper is put together, also tips for writing the news. He also answered any questions on the job. Coffee, tea, and cookies were served, making it a rewarding afternoon. Renovations are underway on the Com- munity Centre. Among changes being made are changing from oil furnace to electric heating. Fourteen tables were in play on March 11 at the Hall Board euchre, Following were winners; high - Lois Hart, John Subject, low - Alice Stevens, Stuart Stevenson, lone hands - Jean Bewley, Ross Stephenson, tallies - Dorothy Cox, Lloyd Smith, Brenda Perrie, Dorothy Hamilton, Keith Turnbull, Jack Cox, Ken Love, Adrian Versteop, John attend dinner followed by a half hour fellowship when lunch was served by Bera Watson, Maxine Marks, and Elva Bolger. ABOUT PEOPLE Several people from this community at- tended the Pigtail, Rib and Sauerkraut din- ner at the Brussels Legion Saturday evening. Allan and Alice Searle have arrived home from a holiday in Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Humphries, London spent the week -end at the home of his mother, Mary Humphries. Winter is back with us this week so the children home for the winter break will have more time for their winter sports. W.I. REPORTS The Walton Women's Institute March meeting on Canadian Industries will be held in the hall this Wednesday evening. The noon luncheon -will feature Irish Stew, come early it begins at 11:30 a.m. Thursday even- ing will be another euchre party. McClures have house of visitors McKillop Idella Hubley Saturday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Bryan McClure and Amy were Mr. and Mrs. Nelson McClure of Egmondville and Mr. and Mrs. Clayton McClure, Cindy, Shane and Marcie of RR2 Seaforth and Sunday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Ron Ward, Jen- nifer and Michael of Staffa, Mrs. Terry Ward of Monkton, and Mrs. Annette Ward, David, Billy Joe and Matthew of Brodhagen. The occasion was Amy's birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Harold McCallum of RRl Walton entertained Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Regele of Princeton, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Preszcator of Crediton and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Hubley. The occasion was Mrs. Hubley's birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Glanville of Stratford visited with Mr. and Mrs. Harold McCallum. Voice for Life encourages letters The monthly board meeting of the Wingham Voice for Life group was held Monday night March 7 with nine members present. Jim Bakelaar reported that four members of the group met with Huron - Bruce member of Parliament Murray Car- diff on February 27. Mr. Cardiff encouraged all people who are concerned about the re- cent Supreme Court decision (re: abortion) to write letters to their provincial members of parliament and Eleanor Kaplan to urge the provinces to work with the federal government in trying to solve the abortion issue so that all life is protected. He hopes that an acceptable law will be forthcoming for the unborn. Abour 340 signatures were sent from this area to Prime Minister Mulroney and local members of parliament protesting the Supreme Court decision. The telethon "Feel the Heartbeat" will be shown on Global T.V. March 26 from 10 to 11 p.m. and on CKNX April 9 at 7 p.m. Filmstar Michael Gross from "Family Ties" is one of the stars of the telethon. This should be an interesting and informative program. Tickets are now available for the Annual Banquet to be held April 27. Guest speaker is David Packer. PUBLIC SPEAKING WINNERS - Bud Thompson, the Zone C-1 Legion education chair- man was on hand at Clinton Legion Branch 140 on March 5 to help out with the Legion's Zone C-1 public speaking competition. Standing with Mr. Thompson are the winners In the Grade 7 and 8 competition:.left to right, Reagan Walsh, third place, Elgin Market Public School; Loretta Nott, second, St. James Separate School; and Jason Hayter, first, Robertson Memorial Public School. Emslie photo. Admiral SPRING CELEBRATION SALE Convenience and Dependability Value You Can Depend On Priced to Celebrate! 6 MONTH SUPPLY OF DETERGENT FREE with each washer dryer set. ' Come to PHELANS PLACE Shop and Compare, Then Save! WE WON'T BE UNDERSOLD. FURNITURE • T.V. ® APPLIANCES SEBRINGVILLE 393-6181. SEA FORTH 527-1213 OR TOLL FREE 1-800- 265-4567