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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1959-05-28, Page 18Pare 14 'May 28, 1949' 11 ucan and district news Correspondent; Miss Lima Abbott Phone 109 ,l.,ucrn Fete chaFetechampions teams _ at Osports ba.nquet Last Wednesday evening was I Owing to illness, the guest of all minor hockey but Midgets a happy occasion for all mem- bers of the Lucan Minor Hockey leagues and their coaches when the Arena Ladies' Committee were hostesses at a turkey din- ner in the Community Centre, Mr. Haro1d Ribson, recrea- tional director, was MC for the program. Exchange rings in Trinity church Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Lucan, was the setting Saturday, May 23, when the rector, the Rev. ,r. P. Prest, officiated in a double Xing marriage ceremony, uniting Rose Jackson and Andre Mar- chand. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Jack- son, now of London, formerly of Beech St., Lucan. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Laurent Marchand, of Sutton, Quebec, Given in marriage by her father, the bride was gowned in a street -length figured nylon dress, over white satin. Her full bouf- fant skirt was topped with a tight fitting bodice, with short sleeves, She wore a family heirloom em- broidered veil, not only worn by her sisters at their weddings, but also at her mother's confirma- tion. The bride carried a cascade of red Sweetheart roses and lily of the valley. Her only attendant was Miss Ivy Jackson, of Rosemount, Mont- real, who chose a street -length gown of lime green nylon with white net overskirt and white accessories. She carried a cas- cade of pink carnations. Mr. Renald Gendron, of Niagara Falls. N.Y., was the best man, and Robert Jackson, brother of the bride, was usher. Mr. Ken Clarke, church organ- ist, provided traditional wedding music. At a reception at the home of the bride's parents, the bride's mother received in a brown print, two-piece silk gown with white and beige accessories. For a honeymoon trip, the bride changed to a navy fitted dress, fur cape, pink Sweetheart rose corsage and white acces- sories. The young people will make their home at Sutton, Quebec. Out-of-town guests included Miss A. Gothard (aunt), of Wel- land; Mr. and Mrs. J, C. Beli- veau (sisteri, of Montreal, Que- bec; Mr. and Mrs. R. Jackson. (brother), of .Sutton, Quebec; Mr. and Mrs. F. Smith (aunt), of Ormstown, Quebec. School news Last Wednesday night the ehairm•an of each group of the in-service study in arithmetic, which th.e' Biddulph and North London Teachers' Association held at their monthly meetings ell winter, met at the Lucan school to talk over their reports, before having them typed for distribution. On Wednesday and Thursday evenings the parents, children, and Biddulph teachers of grade 8 had the opportunity of meet- ing Mr. Keiser, Medway princi- pal, Mr. Hoople, vice-principal, Mr. Willis, head of the history department and Mr. Day, head of the commercial department, to talk over the various courses available for the students next year. Many teachers and par- ents took advantage of this op- portunity. speaker Turk Broda was un- in particular and presented Mr. able to be present. At the head table were Rev. J. P. Prest, Rev. Edgar Routs - ton, Mr. Jim Freeman, coach of the Shamrock Midgets (who were Ontario Midget champions) Mr. Bill Smith, Leprechaun coach, Mr. Don Budd°, Ilderton, charter president of the Minor Hockey Association and also coach of the Lucan Juveniles, Mr, Dwight Ball, representing the Legion, Mr. George Ward, Mr. Art Hodgins, and Mr. Ross McRoberts, referees for the past three years, five boys, Alan Ready, Jack Park, Donnie Lan - kin, Jim and Carl Rummell who gave of their time to referee. (The Rummell brothers as iden- tical twins spot -lighted the news.) Paul Conlin, midget captain, spoke on behalf of his , team, thanking Mr. Jim Freeman for his outstanding coaching and presenting him with a sport shirt as a token of appreciation. Ward Hodgins, captain of the Leprechauns, did likewise for Mr. Bill Smith, presenting him with a pen and pencil set. Frank Egan spoke on behalf Church Activities Pentecostal Holiness Church On Monday night two cars of young people attended the Youth Rally at Elora Park. Sports were enjoyed during the afternoon. The regular Friday evening YP was in charge of the Rev. Fred Thomson. Paul Graham announced the hymns and Donna Thomson led in the responsive psalm. The ladies' prayer meeting, in charge of Mrs. Thomson, was held at the home of Mrs. J. A. Graham who took the Bible study. At the Sunday morning service Mrs. Jack Eizenga, Misses Lor- raine Graham and Velma Birtch sang a trio. Holy Trinity Church Lovers of good music enjoyed a rare treat at 4 p.m. last Sun- day when. the St. Nicolas Sing- ers of London, directed by Mr. John Cook, FRCO, led in a chor- al even -song service. The choir is composed of a voluntary group of London organists and choir members. Holy Trinity's junior and senior choirs assisted in the service, which was followed by a supper in the church base- ment. One of the highlights of the supper hour was the hearing of a recording of the service, re- corded by Mr. lan McGugan of the Keith's organ factory, Lucan. Baptisms At 7 pen. Sunday Rev. J. P. Prest baptized Michael John Hodgins, son of Cpl. and Mrs. A. J. Hodgins of St. Thomas and Susan Marie Hodgins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Hod- gins, Denfield. Michael's god- parents were Sgt. and Mrs. Don Ankers, recently of Winnipeg, and his father. Susan's god -par- ents were Mr. and. Mrs.. Law- rence Hodgins and his mother. United Church Over 30 members and friends of the Lucan- Clandeboye YPU took advantage of the opportun- ity to tour the London Police Department last Friday. VIIIIIIIIIM1111111111111111111111111111//11111111111111111111,11111111111t11111i11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111,, R ne�eeeeeaaaeeaae±eerawaataaa Bargains IN BULLING SUPPLIES Steel Roofing PEDDLER Stable Equipment Qualified Men To Build YOUR NEW SHED OR BARN Call And Ge{ Our Prices! Lock Fast Fencing 8and 9'Wire Pull Chin Hog Fence Barb Wire And Steel Posts SPECIAL CASH DISCOUNT ON CASH SALES See Us Today! Scott Elevator Ltd, PHONE AS ;St, LUCAN �ItMh'tiY'iYi�P�Y�`lTi'�YIIYiiVTPi�iTinii'ifiYiYY�iYirrYfY�'iYYYPffifYVt�rYiPilrliil�PYYV711'iYifYrillunTlitYiYYT�'PiYfYYii9'IY'fi7rtiYii,Ylti'� Harold Ribson with a set of pipes. The clergy and. all adults present spoke briefly with words of encouragement to the young players. Mr. Buddo promised bigger and better minor hockey for the next year, also to make Lucan an outstanding centre in the years to come, Mr. Ribson expressed his re- gret at leaving Lucan where he, personally, had learned much about hockey. The award given to Bili. Neil for outstanding team work was on display. Strathroy church scene of wedding Strathroy United Church was the setting on Saturday, May 16 when the Rev. I. G. Pollock united in marriage Laving Joyce Stanley of London and Paul Thomas Baynham. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Revington J. Stanley, RR 5 Strathroy and the groom is the son of Arthur Baynham of Lon- don and Mrs, Irene Groat of Edmonton, Alta. The bride chose a floor length gown of nylon tulle and net over duchess satin. The molded Chan- tilly lace bodice was styled with a sabrina neckline and lily point sleeves. Lace inserts and deep flounces, which swept to the floor accented the bouffant skirt of tulle and net over satin. A crown of iridescent sequins and seed pearls held her fingertip silk illusion veil and she carried a white Bible crested with On orchid and rosettes. Mrs. Beverley Elliott attend- ed her sister as matron of honor and bridesmaids were Mrs. Jack Shiell, the bride's sister and Mrs. Robert Meharg. The matron of honor was gowned in sea green and the bridesmaids in orange blaze -dresses. Deborah Elliott was flower girl dressed in a white organdy and sea green dress. Harald Baynham of Hamilton was groomsman for his brother and William Stanley, the bride's brother, and Robert Meharg were ushers. For travelling the bride changed to a turquoise suit with black accessories and a white orchid corsage. The couple will make their home in London, Lucan guests attending the wedding included Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Stanley, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Stanley and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Stanley. Special service planned At a meeting in the parish hall last Wednesday evening plans were finalized for a "Bride and Groom" service, June 28 to end the 50th year celebration of the laying of the corner stone of Holy Trinity church. All couples married in the church will receive a special invitation to attend. SeeHear Bill Stewart On CFPL-TV Mon„ June 1 5:5n p.m, Tues., June 2 Roy Jewell Farm Show 12:45 to 1 p.m: AND 7t30 p.m. On Radio Near Bill Stewart end sup, porters on CFPL & CKSL Week of June 1 to June 8. Honor grandlmotiners • at Institute's meeting The Lucan WI grandmothers' meeting was held in the Com- munity Memorial ('entre last Thursday evening, with the presi- dent, Mrs. Wes Hodgins, in the chair. Thirty members answered the roll ,call with the naming :of an unfulfilled. Nvish. Mrs. Erwin Scott presided for a short grandmothers program. Mrs, Harold Hodgins react a num- ber of poems written by Mr. Willis m Revington ( Adage ), grandfather of two of the mem- hers present, Mrs. John Park and Mrs. Jack Lankin. Prizes were v given 10 Mrs. Wes Hodgins with �e l the most grand- children (20), and to Mrs. Harold Stanley with the youngest grand- child. Three members, Mrs. Harold Ribson, Mrs. C. C. Bradford and Mrs. F. W. Hovey, who are mov- ing away, were remembered with a small gift, presented by Mrs, Sheridan Revington .and Mrs, Erwin Scott. Mrs. Cecil Robb gave a report on the District Directors' Confer- ence which she attended at Guelph, May 7 and 8. Airs. Erwin Scott reported the trees purchased by the WI were planted and all were growing. Owing to so many village ac- tivities for May and June, it was voted 'to postpone the trip to the Hespeler Woollen Mills till fall. Mrs. C. C. Bradford and Mrs, William Brownlee were named delegates to the District Annual meeting to he held at Ilderton Thursday. Arrangements were made for the WI booth at the Trade and Hobby Fair, Each member was asked to make a cake from donated mixes. The best cake each night will be judged and given to some lucky ticket holder. The other 11 cakes each night will be cut up and sold with ice cream. Mrs. Benny Saulnier, Mrs. Bert Jackson and Mrs. Erle Young will be in charge of selling tickets. Mrs. Gordon Basting, Mrs. Cecil Robb and Mrs. Guy Ryan volunteered to represent the WI at the making of cancer dressings in the Anglican Church, May 28. Mrs. Erwin Scott, Mrs. Ira Carling, Mrs. Irving Gibson, Mrs. Thomas Lee and Mrs. Bert Jack- son offered to cut the dressings. prior to the meeting,. Hostesses were Mrs. Jack Lan - kin, Mrs. Harold Ribson, Mrs. Cecil Neil and Mrs. A. Phil,pott. An exchange of plants was held at the close of the meeting. A gond supply of .res, to be sold, was also turned in. Exeter Mayers win :bingo prizes Exeter players managed to get 'their share of bingo prizes last Thursday night at the Legion Auxiliary bingo in the Legion. .hall, lair. Clarence 'racier, Exe- ter, shared the "Share the Wealth" bingo with Carole Davis of Lucan. The consecutive bingo was won. by :firs. James Smibert, Bobby Taylor, Exeter, and Mrs. Wile fred Stocks. The $5 consolation jack -pot went to Mr. Norman Coursey. The jack pot for next week will again be $80 in 57 calls. Airs. Pat Crudge won her usual second bingo, as did Mr, Les Leupke. Other winners included Cpl. Maurice Davidson, Exeter, Mrs. Bud Cooper, Mrs. George Cham- bers, Mrs, F. W, Hovey, Mr. H. B. Langford and Mr. Joe Camp- bell, Exeter. - Bottle-fed puppy wins again Mr. and Mrs. Howard Currie and Hiss Donna Thomson, the proud owner now, of seven and half month old Brialen's Arctic Princess, attended the Sarnia Kennel Club Dog Show last Sat- urday. Not only did the puppy win three more prizes, first in Pup- py Female, Winner's Female and Best of Opposite Sex, but on the way home Donna was offer- ed $100 for her puppy. Needless to say she did not sell her. Leslie Carling, of London, spent last weekend with her grandmother, Mrs. Ira Carling. Lucan :horsoe Last Saturday at Batavia, "Governor G" owned by Messrs. Sheridan Revington and William Ellerignton, captured the sixth rAet , New w$19mpbaucreg pasMg o$n7d8a0y Le Ray Revington's "Lena's. Bob C" came second and fifth; Hardy Bros. "Sydney Hal" came eighth an d- sixth; Clarence Young's Joan Gratton came se c- od and fourth and Grafton Ex - mess C fourth and fourth. At Batavia Tuesday night "Shirley Harvester", owned by Wilmer Scott of Clandeboy.e, and the by Bud r Gilmour to ur wan sixth race, a C pace for $800. Personal items Air. Aljoe Culbert is recur). crating in his home after his re - Hospital. eent operation in Se. Joseph's Mr. John Bigham of Toronto, who has been taking a course at University of Western Ontario, and Mrs. Bigham were Sunday guests of Mrs. Mel Culbert and family. Cpl. A. T. Hodgins, Mrs. Hod- gins and family of Aylmer were Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. )Harold Hodgins and family,. UC blossom tea Saturday feature The annual Blossom Tea, spon- sored by the United Chiu•eh Flower ,ommtltee, was held in the United Church school room last Saturday .afternoon, Mrs... Edgar McFalds, convener, assisted Mrs. Edgar Roulstatt and Mrs. E. M. Cook receive at the door, while Mrs. Alex Young had charge of admission. The room .and tables were ar- tistically decorated with spring fIn crs byMiss MurielCarling, who is an artist in floral arrange• nu.nts. e Serving in the kitchen were Mrs. A. E. Reilly, Mrs, W. J. Frost, Mrs. H. B. Langford and Mrs. Benny Saulnier. Mrs. John Park,. as table con- vener, was assisted in the :sere-• ing by Rose and Anne Revington, Laverne George, Shelagh Ewen, Julia Crozier and Muriel Carling, Mrs. Wilbert Stanley, Mrs. Ira Carling and Mrs. J, R, Murray were in charge of the home bak• ing table, and Airs. E. R. Pitt and Mrs. V. W. Wesnidge, in charge of the plants and bulbs. Personal .items. Mr. and Airs—Charles Beasley, of Windsor, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs, ,Gordon Ranting, Mrs, Mur.ray Airs. Martin Van Arenthals and Bev- .erley Butler attended A. camp workshop for the Landon Con' ference,, in Calvary United. Church, London, last. Saturdays. Amateur Talent Wanted For the Thursday night (June 4) program at LUCAN TRADE AND HOBBY FAIR Goad cash prizes. Send sp. plications to Box 333 Lucan. I Don'f Miss . . • LUCAN'S 3RD ANNUAL HOBBY AND TRADE FAIR LUCAN =JUNE 3-4-5 CARNIVAL RIDES . FREE DRAWS .--- GAMES --- DOOR PRIZES Sponsored By The L -U -C -A -N Organization Re-elect a Man of the Pcople Works F ART North Middlesex The Rccord Proves His Effective Representation! NEW BRIDGE ON THE NISSOURI-BLANSHARO TOWNLINE In the 1958 session of the Legislature, :Bi11 Stewart urged the Dep't of Highways to construct a new span over the Thames River on the townline (Hansard, page 1024). This bridge will be built this year, paid for by the Department. GREATER ASSISTANCE IN SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION Bill Stewart urged the Dep't of Education to restore provincial grants onconstruction of Industrial Arts shops and Home Econ. mics rooms (Hansard, page 498, 1959). This has now become effective for all pew schools built after Jan. 1, 1959, EXTENSION OF AGRICULTURAL. SERVICES Bill Stewart has urged the Dep't of Agriculture to broaden its extension services in agricultural economics and farm manage- ment, assistance. 1 -le advocates more courses in farm manage- ment (Hansard, page 1414, 1959). RECOGNITION FOR NORTH MIDDLESEX After serving as a member in 1958, Bill Stewart was chosen as chairman of the Agriculture Committee in 1959-a tribute to the farm industry of the riding as well as to the ability of its representative. Bill Stewart's concern for the future of agri- culture is demonstrated in his active support of all conserva- tion and flood control projects in Western Ontario. FOR ACTION FOR SERVICE Vote for an effective voice in North Middlesex STEWART William A. Progressive Conservative X ihwrsdJune 11