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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-10-25, Page 18Page 18 Times-Advocate, Octobet 25, 1973 . . Lucan Correspondent:, M. M,H, Hodgins Phone n7-4714 and district news Apple day a success s. d p FAMILY DINNER AT BLUEWATER — Families of residents at the Bluewater Rest Home at Zurich joined in on the annual dinner Sunday. In the above picture, at the left Mrs. Letitia Dickson of Lucan, a resident enjoys dinner with her family Marjorie, Keith and Loretta Dickson. T-A photo Lions governor stresses expansion of membership DALEY'S WEEKLY COMMENTS Plan cadet corps FEEL GOOD ABOUT TOMORROW any WHAT DOES TOMORROW MEAN TO YOU? A good education for your children? A trip across Canada? A secure and happy retire- ment? Whatever tomorrow means to you, you can plan for it today with Canada Savings Bonds. They're Canada's most popular per- sonal investment. EASY TO BUY: For cash or on instalments at any Bank or authorized Investment Dealer, Stock Broker, Trust or Loan Company and Credit Union. 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You'll be glad you did. year after year, Buy cANADA 7.54% SAVINGS BONDS TODAY Canadian attractions theme of WI roll call The Scout "Apple Day" Saturday proved to be successful and the members of the troop and their leaders wish to thank all who "bought scouting". About 20 cubs and six scouts distributed six bushels of apples. Mr. & Mrs. Orville Jones at- tended the wedding of a niece in Zion United Church in Kitchener, last Saturday. Mrs. K. Roberts, Hamilton has returned home after visiting for the past few weeks with the Maslens, Butler Street. Mrs. Frank Hardy Sr. and Mrs. M.H. Hodgins attended a Con- ference at Middlesex College Saturday, jointly • sponsored by the Senior's Bureau of London and the University of Western Ontario, The Conference Theme "Living & Learning can be Alf Williams chaired a meeting of the Lucan Advisory Board for Fanshawe College evening classes at Lucan Public School Monday. Mrs. Alf Williams, chairman of the dance committee reported that the committee was well satisfied with registrations, 42, but that more children could be accommodated particularly in jazz and tap, Mrs. M.H. Hodgins, chairman of the general interest committee reported that only six organizations of the 22 contacted had sent representatives to the meeting, but those present surveyed courses available and came up with some 14 from which the advisory board could choose the six or seven to be presented during the winter term. Rick Mateer, Fanshawe College representative, reported the registration in the present courses, with a total 158 students, an increase of 21 over the winter course last year. After considerable discussion the winter program was finalized Explorers learn new fun song Beverley Madden led the Explorer group in games and taught a new fun song to open the expedition Monday. The Explorer hymn "This is My Father's World" was ex- plained, with the history of how it came to be written. Bonnie Richards led in worship, the theme being "Exploring God's World" and nature slides were shown. Chief Counsellor, Mrs. W. Froats led a discussion on the meaning of the Explorer purpose and gave the Blue Star requirements - making a chart of the hymn, illustrating it and memorizing the first verse. The Anglican-United Church calendars were distributed for sale to friends in the community at a cost of $1. UNICEF bookmarks were also distributed and it is hoped that the members will receive a warm welcome when they collect for this most worthwhile organization on Hallowe'en. Correction The Lucan Figure Skating Club will commence on November 20 not the 30 as stated in the arena news last week. I am sorry for any inconvenience caused. CGIT HALLOWEEN Dessert Tea LUCAN UNITED CHURCH Sat., Oct. 27 - 4 p.m, Everyone Welcome Ageless" was well presented by Sister St, Michael Guinan, for- mer professor at Brescia College; by Lawrence Crawford, Toronto who presented the film "Reflections" for the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services, and by the leaders of five interest groups when some 300 seniors chose their own group and discussed their particular topic. Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Abbott, George Street, Mr, & Mrs. Arthur Abbott & family of Whalen and Mr. & Mrs. Michael Abbott, Huron Park, were guests with Mr, & Mrs. H.A. Mullins, London, Sunday. Two former T-A correspon- dents had a delightful visit last Sunday eyeing when Mrs. F. Seward visited with Miss L.E. and courses given will be as follows: physical fitness for men and women, basic art and sketching, leathercraft, in- termediate sewing, self-defence, health and nutrition (with thrift) and square dancing (couples). The committee discussed a recommendation from the general interest group to change the night of school to Wednesday evening for the winter sessions so those who cannot attend on a Tuesday will have an op- portunity to "go back to school". A survey will be made in the present classes and you may phone your preference to any member of the advisory com- mittee. Church news United Two babies were received by baptism at the Sunday service in the United Church: Leonard Joseph Carter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Laurie Carter, Duchess Street, and Gareth Stewart Brown, son of Mr. and Mrs. Les Brown, Marlene St. In the afternoon Timothy Jay Latta was baptized at a home service. Tim is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Latta, 4th of Biddulph. Rev. Ewart Madden continued the series "The Life of Our Lord" with the topic "The Healing of Jairus' Daughter". Jesus' words cut through all sadness and were a delightful contrast to those of the messengers from the home of Jarius, Jesus found the wailing of the mourners quite foreign to the "Kingdom of Joy". Mr. Madden said the only way we can ex- perience the miracles of God's grace and power is to realize our need for God, confess our need and ask for help as Jarius did. Anglican Rev, R,G. Jackson, Ailsa Craig spoke at Holy Trinity Anglican Church Sunday morning. His theme was "The judgements of the Lord are true and righteous altogether" and he pointed out that Psalms is one of the best loved of the Bible, but, since the Psalms were written many years before Christ, they may not have reached perfect teaching. After Christ's teaching, however, many of the ex- pressions previously misun- derstood became quite clear and applicable to the changing generations. Pentecostal At the Pentecostal Holiness Church Sunday children were presented with promotion cer- tificates by Superintendent John Armitage and were ushered through a "ribbon" gate to their new class, by assistant superintendent Lou Hoffman. Mrs. A, Graham told the story and Mrs. Howard Currie read the Bible lesson. Musical numbers were presented by Doug Butler, Lynn Butler and Lori. Compton, At the regular morning service, Tim Stutt was in charge with Rev. S. McFalls speaking. He stated that "Genesis is the seed plot of all the truths of the Bible and should be studied and believed, Rick Thornton conducted the evening service when Dr. A. R. Meredith, Arva, spoke on "Suffering", stating that more Suffering brings more joy, more love for God and makes better Christian character, The promise of blessed eternal life is given to all those who come through suffering after accepting Christ. Abbott at the McCormick Home, Mr. & Mrs, Harry Clement, Fonthill were guests with Mr. & Mrs. M.H. Hodgins, Butler Street, Mr. & Mrs. Orville Jones, Butler St., spent the last week with their grandchildren in Cambridge (Preston) while their daughter and her husband, Mr. & Mrs. Glen. Walters visited with friends in Virginia, U.S,A. Mr & Mrs. Horace Legg, Watford visited with Mr. & Mrs. Harold Prince, Sunday. Mrs, Earl Young, Princess St. and. Mrs. Howard Cranston, London, spent Tuesday in Hamilton visiting friends and relatives. Mr. & Mrs. Harold Prince visited with Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Hoed in Corunna, recently, prior to the Hoeds leaving for Texas for the winter. Doris Weir is a patient in Victoria Hospital. Frank Scott is recuperating after surgery in St. Joseph's Hospital, Mr. & Mrs. Ed Kish and Janet, London, were Sunday guests with Mr. & Mrs. T. Emery, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. William Oestricher, Crediton visited with Mr. & Mrs. Orville Jones last week, By SID DALEY At a recent executive meeting at Branch 540 we had an army type from the Armed Services, London make a presentation that makes a lot of sense and maybe of benefit to many young men of the area. Apparently they would like to set up a Tri Community cadet corps. These communities would include Grand Bend, Exeter and Lucan. Here's the drill, the Tri- Communities Legions would supply the quarters for holding the Cadet meetings in a central area and the Federal Govern- ment would supply uniforms and etc. The three Legion branches will act as the sponsors and set up a governing committee. From enquiries made Branch 540 ap- pears to be in agreement with the plan. Now I wonder just how many young men between the ages of 13 and 19 years would be interested. Hit and run accident Damages in five accidents investigated this week by officers of the Ontario Provincial Police detachment at Lucan amounted to only $1,800 A hit and run incident was reported to police Wednesday. A vehicle owned by Joseph Piche, 624 Huron street, London was struck by an unknown vehicle while parked on the parking lot at Medway secondary school at Arva. Constable D.R. Vance in- vestigated and set damages at $125. Damages were listed at $800 and, no injuries were reported when a school bus driven by Ronald C. Breen 2371 Dundas street, London was in collision with a vehicle driven by Raymond Doray, 35 Carfrae Crescent, London. The accident occurred on high- way 4, just north of Concession 14-15 in London township, Thursday morning and Constable James Craig investigated, Thursday night, Constable B.D. Munro listed damages at $125 when a vehicle driven by Edna Mae Murphy, Biddulph township and a tractor trailer driven by Gordon Claire Caldwell, 152 James street, Clinton, collided. The mishap occurred on the Clarke's Variety parking lot, Early Sunday afternoon a vehicle driven by John Day, 13 Normandy Gardens, London left Concession road 5-6 in London township. Constable Craig estimated damages at $250. Late Saturday morning vehieles driven by Donald Arnold Johnstone of Holstein and Leigh Franck Harvey, 84 King Edward Avenue, London Were in collision. The accident occurred on high- way 4, near the Wean easterly limits. Damages were set at $500. Lion Bill Malkin, Governor of District AI (South Western Ontario)from Windsor, was guest speaker at the Lions Club meeting Monday. He explained briefly the pur- pose of the "efficiency contest" and stressed the importance of reports of the secretary to inform Lions outside of the community of the local activities. Mr. Malkin commended the local Club for their financial support of District projects, particularly CARE and Leader Dogs, an organization which train dogs and then a dog and a blind person to work as a team. He suggested that a project of providing equipment for an eye clinic in Moose Factory Hospital on James Bay is being studied and financial help may be needed. The importance of expanding club membership was stressed, even though Lions is the largest service club in the world having enrolled their one millionth member in March of this year It is our understanding for top cadets there is the opportunity to travel, on an exchange basis to points across Canada as well as to Europe and the South Seas. Sure sounds like quite the program. As the program develops Comments will kee you I wonder if the young la in the age group mentioned, would mind getting in touch with their respective Legions by letter or telephone and leave their names if interested and this way can get some idea of what to expect. Sure wish I were a 'couple' of years, ahem, younger. Say I came across a very in- teresting article the other day which I feel many folk know nothing about. Did you know there is an Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship? No fooling. The newly established Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship is awarded to citizens of the province who have made out- standing contributions to the welfare of others, without any expectation of personal benefit. Anyone can nominate a person for the Ontario Medal. Recipients are selected by an independent Advisory Council of Ontario citizens whose honorary chairman is the Lieutenant- Governor of the Province. Nomination forms are available by writing to Miss Helen Bourke, Executive Secretary, Advisory Council, Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship, Toronto, Ontario M7A 1P4. There it is folks, what nicer way could there be to honor a hard working member of your community. Tuesday night mixed sports is underway and from the turnout this fall and winter should be the best ever Branch sports wise. Competition is keen and exciting. There is still time to enter, Remember its open to all classes of membership. Green is beautiful at least it is around the membership board of Branch 540 Royal Canadian Legion in the Irish Town, for this is the color for those members who have paid their 1974 mem- bership dues. Take a glance at the board next time you visit the Branch, you will be amazed at the number of Early Birds we have already. Comrade president advises it would appear Old Santa is in for a busy time this year as they have already received eight requests for his appearance. If you are a non-profit organization and would like the Jolly Chap to make an appearance all that's required is you contact Comrade Bert Thompson, president of the local Legion or one of the amiable stewards, all of whom have a direct line to Santa and will make the reservation for you. And that's 30 for this week remember: The trouble with too many people who claim to have an open mind is that they have an open mouth to go along With it. and having clubs in 50 countries around the world. Mr. Malkin stated that as long as there are lonely senior citizens, blind or deaf people who need training, social life or other help, children who need recreational facilities, people anywhere in the world who need food, shelter or medical care, School group plans year Members of St. Patrick's P.T.A. enjoyed a wine and cheese party in the gym Wednesday. During a brief business meeting an explanation was given as to what the P.T.A. would be doing during the coming year programwise, and plans were finalized for a dance November 2 at the arena. Music will be provided by the "Blenders" and a smorgasbord supper will be served. Proceeds are in aid of the school arts and crafts program. Report on area sports The Lucan Jr. D's won their exhibiton game with the Exeter Hawks Wednesday 6 to 3 but lost to Norwich in Norwich on Friday 7-3. Sunday afternoon they came back with a win against Arthur in a very rough and tumble game, 10 to 5. The Midgets tied a game with .Glencoe on Saturday, 4 all. The AlLtStars started last night in St. ;yes but final scores were not available. They will be at home against Ilderton tomorrow night commencing with the Peewees at 7, Bantams at 8 and Midgets at 9 p.m. There was an extremely good crowd at Public Skating both Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. The Lions House League commences November 10, for all ages. there is a need for Lions and Lions Clubs. The Lucan Club was com- mended on their fair project and the facilities they have provided for the community, The members were urged to keep up the good work until every need in the community had been filled. Members were encouraged to attend the district A convention in Sudbury and or the Inter- national convention in San Francisco for inspiration and fun. An executive meeting was held following the regular meeting with the main item of business being the bus trip for the senior citizens of the community. 100F slate is installed The district deputy grand master from New Hamburg, Ontario and his installing team from Woodstock gave the charges at the Lucan Lodge Tuesday. Cecil Lewis was installed as Noble Grand and Jack McIntosh as vice grand. Other officers installed are as follows: Jr. past noble grand, Ivan Hearn; treasurer, Arthur Bell; Financial secretary, James McIntosh; recording secretary, Stewart Cassils; ChaplainDoug Heywood; conductor, Terry Wade; warden Larry Lewis; R.S.N.G., Philip Lewis; L.S.N.G. Calvin Haskett; R.S.V.G., Robert Hickson; L.S.V.G. Lloyd Acheson; R.S.S., Jack. Murdy; L.S.S. James Leitch; inside guardian, Irwin Gibson; outside guardian, Jack Baynes. The installing team was complimented for their fine work. Many brothers came from Exeter, Granton, St. Mary's, Stratford,• New Hamburg and Woodstock. The district deputy grand master congratulated the Lucan Lodge for receiving the trophy at the rally in St. Thomas. Mrs. R.R. Crozier, Renwick Avenue, London hosted the • October meeting of the Women's Institute Wednesday, en- tertaining the group for lunch. The roll call "Why does Canada attract people from other coun- tries?" was answered by 14 members and two guests, Lina Abbott, a long time former member and Mrs, M. Jefferys, an aunt of Mrs. Crozier, both from the McCormick Home, Mrs. Crozier, as convener, asked Stephen Smith, third year student in Graphic Arts at Fanshawe College, to speak of his work with customers while working in a shoe store, during vacations. Mr, Smith said we must demand more personalized at- tention and advised against the purchase of vinyl shoes, par- ticularly for children. Vinyl does not permit the skin to breath, thus permitting bacteria to grow causing a fungus. He spoke highly of the value of wearing exercise "clogs" saying they strengthen the muscles of the foot and leg. "Five Minutes on the Hand- book" was given by Mrs. W. Atkinson when she pointed out the value of public relations in the community. Mrs. Harold Snelgrove, president, chaired the business meeting when it was decided to have a large banner made for the booth at the Lions Club Fair in 1974, if the W.I. has one; final plans were made for the dessert fashion show November 7, in the Arena; and a glowing report was received of the "birthday party" CGIT plans dessert tea Initial plans were made for a bus trip to Toronto to visit the Science Centre, the Royal Ontario Museum and Casa Loma, at the meeting of the C.G,I.T. Tuesday. Final plans were made for the dessert Halloween tea Saturday when the girls will receive and serve in costume. This en- thusiastic group hopes all friends of C.G.I.T, will come to their first Halloween Tea. Karen Mason led the members in a service of worship. Sunshiners plan trip to Goderich ,A total - of 49 senior citizens played progressive euchre Thursday at the Sunshine Club, for high score. Men's winner was Frank Mcllhargey and the women's was Mrs. Gordon Atkinson. Lion Gary McFalls visited the Club to talk to the members regarding the senior citizens' bus trip to Goderich, sponsored by the Lion's Club. Mrs. Tuke was appointed telephoner from the club. for the War Memorial Children's Hospital patients, In keeping with the theme, "citizenship and world affairs", Mrs. F. Jolliffe commented on the Motto "The time has come for Canadians to stand and un- derstand, together". Mrs. C. Neil read the "Ten Commandments of Human Relations" and Mrs. S. Revington read a letter to the editor of the Globe and Mail,written by an American woman, criticizing Canadian youth travelling in Europe for wearing patriotic symbols, the maple leaf symbol or the Canadian flag. The letter was entitled "Patriotic Rally?" 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