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The Citizen, 1986-02-26, Page 20PAGE 20. 1131, CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1986. O/d and young don blades The 4 to 5 p.m. hour last Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Blyth Arena was an exciting one. One hundred and fourteen members of the United Church family took to the ice. They included Stewards, Elders and members of other Boards. But most came from the Sunday school which sponsors this annual skating party. Interested spectators in the gallery were non-skatinglmoms, dads and even babes in arms. A church skating party lures people of all ages and degrees of skating skills. Music man Jim McCall, who had the honour of being the oldest gentleman skater, glided smoothly with his wife Effie to the music for almost the hour. With the help of kind, strong supporters, Melda McElroy began her escapade on blades which bore the patent stamp 1932, and which she had not used in 40 years. MeldaMcElroy used her skates after they had a 40 -year rest at the Blyth United Church skating party Saturday. Neighbour Dave Cook had sharp- ened them for this momentous occasion. One and a half year old Laura Meier demonstrated her mobility on skates, while three year old Jason Fidom showed that he is well on his way to mastering the art also. In the Sunday school hall, a smorgasbord table laden with trays of sandwiches, relishes, tarts, cookies, squares and a station with hot and cold beverages awaited the throng from the arena. They numbered 75. With appetites whetted, they lost no time getting into action again, this time at the supper tables where laughter and conver- sation reigned supreme. Sunday school superintendent Susan Howson, assistants and staff deserve much credit for organizing for the second year this popular happy event. Melville Women's Guild studies love Twenty members of Melville Women's Guild met in the church parlour on February 18 for their regular meeting. The committee in charge was Mrs. Mary Huether, Mary Douma and Valerie Shortreed. Valerie opened the meeting with prayer and a thought for February. Hymns were sung accompanied by Mrs. Helen Elliott at the piano and the scripture was read in unison from 1st Corinthians 13: 1-13 in the Good News Bible. In this chapter Paul states, "Love is patient and kind, is not jealous or proud, love is not ill-mannered or selfish or irritable. Love does not keep a record of wrongs." Mary Douma entitled her mess- age The Greatest Thing In The World and by the use of an overhead projector drew attention to all the forms of love as named by Henry Drummond. Mary Huether followed the theme of the meeting with valen- tine readings and songs in which the group took part and Granny's Story elosed this part of the meeting. The president, Mrs. Kathleen Semple conducted the business. Minutes and thank you notes were read by the secretary, Mrs.Fi'ilunid McNair, and the treasurer's report was given by Mrs. Jeanne Ireland. Pneumonia vests are being knitted for the babies in Ethiopia. A delicious dessert was served by the committee. Use Citizen classifieds MR. &MRS. D. BRUCE McDONALD Maggie Burton and Bruce McDonald were married on December 28, 1985 by Rev. Ralph Knock of Mildmay United Church. The ceremony and family dinner were held in a Christmas setting at Bruce's home in Carrick Township. NOW Transfer your Regular 8 and Super 8 movies and 35 mm to either Beta or VHS VIEW YOUR HOME MOVIES ON YOUR OWN TV SCREEN Fun for the whole family NEW SERVICE: Now we can splice your 50 -foot movie reels together CALL US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR ADVICE Campbell's Cameras ROYAL BANK BLOCK, THE SQUARE, GODERICH 524-7532 Going Out Of Business Dresses Suits Blouses Sweaters Nightwear Scarves Lingerie Notions All Sales Final EVERYTHING GOES $100,000 stock '/2 Price and Less 1 V 1 a (ashion BLYTH Sale Starts Wednesday, February 26 Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday Fabrics Sewing Needs Jewellery Purses Belts Hats Mitts Gloves New Spring Arrivals Included