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Times-Advocate, 1978-11-16, Page 24Page 24 Times-Advocate, November 16,1978 No council change, same four back The makeup of Lucan village council for the 1978-79 will remain unchanged as the result of Monday’s municipal election. Incumbent councillor Harry Wraith, Norm Steeper, Gary McFalls and Larry Hotson will retain their council seats. Wraith and Steeper led the polls with voting totals of 491 and 465 respectively, but the battle for the next two spots was close. McFalls was third with 348 votes and Hotson fourth with 343. Close behind in fourth place with 334 votes was newcomer Peter Butler. The other two competitors were Jim Robertson at 269 and John Forster with 218 votes. Competition was also close in the race for the two seats on the Lucan-Hydro Com­ mission. Rudy Engel with 454 votes and Clifford Abbott at 387 were returned to office beating the challenge of Richard Acres who ac­ cumulated 353 votes. The voting turnout was estimated at 63 percent by returning officer Ed Melanson. Reeve Ivan Hearn was returned to his position by acclamation. CWL plans for upcoming bazaar A TIME TO REMEMBER — The guest speaker at Lucan Legion branch 540's Remembrance Day banquet Saturday was Zone A-5 Deputy Commander Jim Simpson of Lucan. Shown above are 540 president Sid Daley, charter president Percy Vahey and Jim Simpson. Lucan IMtwl wwM 1 and district news Kidnapping is feature of Scouts weekend outing The ladies of St. Patrick’s Catholic Women’s League held their monthly meeting Wednesday evening, with Bidduiph house blaze The Lucan volunteer fire department was called twice to the farm of Peter Nippa, Con. 2, Bidduiph, where the home and contents were completely destroyed by fire. In this connection acanvass is being conducted by friends of the family and arrangements have been made for any who are missed, to make their monetary donations to the fire fund at either of the Banks, at Scott’s Elevator or at Pat Clarke’s Gas Bar. The assistance of everyone in the community will help the members of this family to get “back on their feet.” president Rhea Vanderloo in charge. The meeting opened with the Mass conducted by Father J. McGraw, followed by the League Prayer. Final plans were made for the Bazaar which will be held after the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday November 26, in the gym of the school. It was decided to again pack Christmas baskets for the sick and shut-ins. This will be done at the December meeting, date to be an­ nounced. A donation was made to the “Beaver Colony to help purchase scarves for their uniforms. The special guest for the meeting was Mrs. Gordon Nicholson of Nicholson’s Flowers, who showed the members how to make Christmas corsages and each lady made herself a corsage. The evening was very much enjoyed. Local man speaks Many out to remember Jim Thompson wishes to ex­ press his gratitude for your support in being re-elected councillor of McGillivray Township. to the voters of Bid­ duiph for their sup­ port in the past elec­ tion. Fred Dobbs A sincere thank you to all who supported me in McGillivray on Monday. Ellison Whiting. Thank You A sincere thank-you to the voters of the Village of Lucan in placing your confidence in me at Monday's election. I will continue to work for the benefit of the entire community. L.G. "Larry" Hotson Members of the Lucan Legion Branch 540 were out on three occasions over the weekend to mark Remem­ brance Day. Activities started at 11 a.m. Saturday with a trip to Granton to help residents with their celebration. One of the wreaths at Granton was laid by Mrs. Neva Lamboum who lost her husband in the First World War. It was through the efforts of Mrs. Lam- bourn that the Lucan Legion started their observances in Granton. At a Saturday night ban­ quet, Zone A-5 Deputy- Commander Jim Simpson of the Lucan branch was the guest speaker. Comrade Simpson suggested the change in the name of the November 11 observance from Armistice Day to Remembrance Day was a good move. He said, “This day is set aside for us to remember. The students of today, know only what they learn in school. It’s up to us with these services to remind all Canadians of the signing of the Armistice on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.” “The sacrifices made by our comrades has made Canada the best place in the world in which to live.” Later licence is penalty A West Nissouri juvenile was recently convicted in a London court of driving a mini-bike on a township road without a licence. The judge ruled that as a penalty the juvenile may not apply for a driver’s licence until he reaches the age of seventeen. The charge was laid by officers of the Lucan OPP detachment. Over the weekend, more than $4,000 worth of musical instruments and shop equip­ ment were stolen during a breakin at Medway High School at Arva. Entrance was gained by breaking a window. Constable G.N. Wilcox is investigating. A youth has been arrested by Lucan OPP officer as the result of two recent breakins in West Nissouri township. One shot gun has been recovered. Constable J.A. Wilson is the investigating officer. Simpson continued. Sunday morning, Legion members and the Huron- Middlesex Cadet Corps par­ ticipated in the Remem­ brance Day service at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Lucan. Rev. John Hofland, the Anglican Church minister also participated in a brief service at the Legion hall prior to the laying of a large number of wreaths. The Legion Hall was well filled Sunday at noon, following the Remembrance Day Church parade to Holy Trinity Anglican Church, at 11:15 a.m. Legion and Auxiliary members, Cadet Corps, Cubs and Scouts attended both services. Sgt. at Arms Jim Simpson called on Rev. John Hofland, Rector of Holy Trinity Anglican Church to address those present. The “Last Post” and “Reveille” were sounded by Bugler Peter Overall of Huron Park and “They shall grow not old., was given by Branch President Syd Daley. Wreaths were laid as follows: Province of Ontario, Reeve Ivan Hearn; Branch 540, President Syd Daley; Ladies’ Auxiliary, Comrade Edith Worthington; Army Cadet Corps, Kim Kennedy; The plain white cross which marks many graves of those who lost their lives, Jim Simpson; Village of Lucan, Reeve Ivan Hearn; Bidduiph Twp. Reeve Fred Dobbs; Lucan Business Men, Harry Wraith; Lucan District Lions’ Club, President Paul Dykeman; I.O.O.F. Art Bell, Irving Lodge, Gary McFalls; Cubs & Scouts, Robert Vandervenne; Lucan Volunteer Fire Department, Gary McFalls; President Syd Daley and Poppy Chairman Art Bell acted as escorts. Mr. Simpson thanked all those taking part in the parade and to those at­ tending the service, following which Rev. Hofland pronounced the Benediction and those present sang “God Save The Queen.” Members of the Auxiliary served refresh­ ments. Seniors plan for party at Christmas The Lucan Scouts and their leaders met in front of the Lucan School Friday evening, all set for a week end camp. Suddenly an unidentified car stopped, three men jumped out, threw a blanket over one of the parents, Mr. Bernard Avery, dragged him into the car and sped away. It all happened so fast that nobody could really do anything. A ransom note thrown out of the car identified the kidnappers as members of a mysterious “Blue Noose Gang” that had been sending the scouts rather sinister notes recently, The note said that they had 24 hours to find the victim or pay a ransom of $2013.45. Soon’a truck pulled up and five men advised the Scouts to get in. As they drove off with their leaders hot on their trail, Mrs. Avery and her daughter Belinda went home, upset but confident that the scouts would rescue her husband in time. The scout leaders Henry JKauneand Dave Thompson found the boys at Mars’ Hill cemetery in McGillivray township, and they set up camp in a nearby woods. The next morning the first of several notes was found in the heavy fog. The boys split up into three groups and followed clues and compass bearings on a wild goose chase through woods and fields. The fog proved to be a hindrance to a few boys who got lost for a while in the bush. After making a^pole bridge across the Ausable river, the boys followed clues to a dead bug which turned out to be a wrecked Volkswagen. Nearby, Mr. Avery I would like to thank all those who supported me in the re­ cent election Pete Butler Members of the Sunshine and Busy Buddies groups of the Lucan senior citizens club met Thursday afternoon in the Masonic Hall, with the president, Mrs. Tom Kooy, presiding for the business meeting. Mrs. S.A. Steeper acted as secretary in the absence, through illness, of Mrs. M.H. Hodgins. Members decided to purchase a basket of groceries and a Christmas cake for a draw to be made on December 14th. Tickets will go on sale today, Thursday, at the meeting. Birthday greetings, in song, were extended to Lon Philips and to Mrs. Gordon Atkinson, with Mrs. D. Thompson at the piano. Mrs. Thompson also played for the blessing before lunch. The poem “In Flanders Fields” was repeated by all, led by Mrs. Harold Hodgins. A lovely watercolour picture from Mrs. Harry Bond, Sr., was accepted with thanks for her thought­ fullness. Before euchre, bridge and crafts, the members enjoyed a sing-song with Mrs. Harold Cobleigh at the piano. Wedding anniversary congratulations were ex­ tended to Mr. & Mrs. Ivan Stanley. Euchre prizes were won by Lil Dobbs Lady’s High; Marg Carter, Lone; Ann Kish, Low with men’s prizes going as follows, High, Ed Dowdall; Lone, Tom Kooy and Low, Lon Phillips. Ivan Stanley won the high bridge score. Ceramics instructor Rose Bakker, continued her class while some members worked on their papier tole pictures. Lunch was provided by Alice Hodgson, Wyn Jolliffe, Harriet Holmes and Mary Kooy. During the lunch period Lon Phillips was asked to cut a cake in celebration of his 95th bir­ thday and he was also presented with a shower of cards. Mr. Phillips com­ mented that it was the best birthday he had and wished the club every success in years to come. Huron-Middlesex Cadets parade to Lucan Remembrance Day service, Sunday HIVE OF ACTIVITY The Holy Trinity parish hall was a “hive of activity” on Wednesday afternoon, November 1, when members of the Women’s Auxiliary met to pack their annual bale. Approximately 100 lbs. of new and really good used clothing was packed and sent to the Indian Parish at Sioux Lookout, Ontario. During the brief business meeting, chaired by the president, Mrs. Jack Murdy, the members decided to sponsor a white gift service to provide Christmas for a needy child. Mrs. Murdy also led the members in the worship service. — for your support in electing us to Bidduiph Township council. Frank Hardy Hubert Dietrich Ken Lyons I_________ ______J Four mishaps for OPP force Damages reached $5,150 in four accidents in­ vestigated this week by of­ ficers of the Lucan detach­ ment of the Ontario Provin­ cial Police. Tuesday at 8:35 p.m. on Highbury avenue, one kilometer south of Bryanston a deer was killed when it ran into the path of a vehicle driven by Robert Pennie, London. Constable B.D. Munro set damages at $600. At 11:05 a.m., Wednesday vehicles driven by Paul J. Dickson, London and William J. Dykyj, RR 2. Denfield collided on Highway 4, 1.3 kilometers south of Elginfield. Vehicles driven by James Armstrong, Clinton and Douglas Brockett, London were in collision at 6:30 p.m. Friday on Highway 4, just north of Arva. Damages were set at $550 by Constable Munro. Extensive fog was blamed for an accident early Satur­ day morning on County road 16, two kilometers west of Ilderton. Drivers of the vehicles in- volved were Stephen Jackson, London and Gary Arrand, RR 1, Hyde Park. Constable G.J. Barker es­ timated damages at $2,000. end.discovered, cold but unhurt ‘ Scouts’ unusual week Thanks to all those people who gave permission for the troop to camp and hike on their property, to Mr. Bernard Avery for being such a good sport, and to those yet unknown members of the Blue Noose Gang who provided some excitement and suspense. The boys taking part were Danny Avery, Jeff Nevin, Bernie Avery, Marius Vandenberg, Kevin Cun­ ningham, John Storey, Tom Vandenberg, Abner Butter, Robert Vandervene Brian Densmore. after his harrowing ex­ perience. Camp was set up in the woods near the river and after a hearty camp meal cooked in the coals, they had a game involving two teams who alternately hid from or hunted each other through the dark woods armed only with flashlights. Sunday morning after a service called Scouts Own, the troop broke camp and arrived back in Lucan to participate in the Armistice Day service at the Lucan Legion. So ended the Lucan PTA group hears school consultant Members of the Biddulph- Lucan Parent-Teachers- Community Association held their November meeting, Thursday evening, November 9 in the Lucan school, with president Dave Pike presiding. Eighty-seven, parents and teachers listened with in­ terest to the guest speaker, Mr. John McLean Physical Education Consultant for the Middlesex County School Board, as he spoke on the Family Life Program and Sex Education in the schools, particularly as they apply to Grades 4-8. Mr. McLean showed some of the films which are used in • these programs and ex­ plained how the teachers discuss the subjects with their students. Mr. McLean was in­ troduced by Mrs. Terri Clark. The “Banner Award” was - for best representation was i and won by the Grades 4-5 class. The next meeting will be held January 11 with the program to be arranged. November 30th, in the evening, the Bidduiph students’ council is planning to show a film in that school. 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