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The Brussels Post, 1977-12-21, Page 10Family dinner marks 60th'anniveesary 10 THE BRUSSELS POST, DECEMBER 210977 WHERE CHRISTMAS IS NEVER WHITE — Paul Machan, 1, s barrin Watts and Brian Wierenga, took part in a skit entitled "Christmas in Mexico" at the annual Christmas concert at Brussels Public School last Tuesday. (Photo by Langlois) Cranbrook W S holds Christmas meeting Mx. and Mrs. Wilbur E. Turnbull were honoured at a family dinner on Sunday Dec. 11 on the occasion of their sixtieth wedding anniversary. The dinner, held at the Venus Dining House, Ingersoll, Ontario, was given by members of the family, Dr. John 0. Turnbull of Seaforth, Mr. Wm. J. Turnbull of Brussels, Helen (Mrs. G, H'abkirk) of Ingersoll and Dorothy (Mrs. .D.S.Lawless) of Burlington. Special guests included relatives of the bride and groom. Mr. and Mrs. J.R.Turnbull, Peterborough , Mrs. Christie Turnbull and Mrs. Florence McGavin of Seaforth. Nine of their 11 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and Mr. and Mrs. Jan Van Vliet • and family attended. Mr. and Mrs. Turnbull, the former Jennie McGavin were married in McKillop Township on January 9, 1918 with the Rev. F. W. Craik officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Turnbull will be at Home to friends and ,relatives on Saturday, January 7, 1978 between the hours of 2 to 5 and 7 to 10 at their residence Th omas St. Brussels, Ontario, Unit meets The Evening Unit of the United , Church held' their Christmas meeting with other ladies of the Church. The president, Rene Richmond gave words , of welcome "A Thought For Christmas." An enjoyed program included a poem by Sarah Stephenson, scripture read by Isabel Wheeler was followed by prayer. Solos were contributed by Charlene STephenSon and BEtty Graber; duets, Charlene and Carrinna Stephenson and Cathy and Susan „. Cardiff; readings by Ann Smith and Marie LeDrew. Sarah Stephenson Closed the meeting with prayer. Mr. West McEachern has gone to Cambridge, Galt, with his son Winston and Mrs. McEachern and family. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mitchell • are with their family in Thorold. Correspondent Mrs. Mac Engel 887-6645 The W.M.S. held their Rt.•••••• Christi as meeting at the home of Mrs. Gordon Engel on Wednesday, 'Dec. 14 with an attendance of thirteen members, 6 visitors and 6 children. A potlock dinner preceded the meeting. Mrs. Stuart Stevenson, the new president read a poem and. Mrs. Earl Dunn presided for the singing of carols with Mrs. Stewart Steiss at the piano. Mrs. Dunn led in prayer. The secretary Mrs. John Vanass read the minutes and also a letter regarding a quilt competition.The annual meeting of Stratford Presbyterial will be on January 11 in Knox Church, Stratford. The roll call was answered with each member giving a Christmas poem or reading. Mrs. Clare Veitch reported on the year's finances and the catering for the banquet December 7. The pamphlets "Alive" are to be handed out on Sunday at the church service. Mrs. Stanley Fischer presented Mrs. Stuart McNair and Mrs. Glenn Huether each with a cup and saucer. Both are now living in Brussels and it is hoped that we will see them often. Several carols were sung and the meeting closed with the Mizpah Benediction. The Allan Smith family had, their Christmas party on Saturday in the Community Centre.. Mr. and Mrg. Earl Dunn had their Christmas early on Sunday at Bloomingdale at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Don Jacklin and family. sw.• peace on earth, good will toward men! Jacob's Saddlery s & Shoe Repair 887-9441 Brussels . . . and we wish you the best of gifts: BRUSSELS' STOCKYARDS, Brussels jay of Christmas Our Christmas wish good will to all men, peace, and the happiness of giving. May this .holiday bestow on you an everlasting 'petite' dad happiness! May His Stari that d .. the on Wise Men .their way to. the Mangeri lead us toward greater love, peace and BRIDGE ...MOTORS. . Brussels` We want to add our finishing touch to the Christmas season with fond wishes and "thanks."