The Citizen, 1999-06-02, Page 13PAGE 14. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 1999.
The news from
ondesboro
Compiled by June Fothergill Phone 523-4360
Congregation prepares for
Sunday School awards
Greeters at Londesboro United
Church on Sunday, May 30 were
Dennis and Margaret Penfound.
Ushers were Elgin Penfound and
Ed Salverda. the speaker was
Richard Bain of Stratford.
Sunday School promotion and
awards service is June 6. This is to
be followed by a potluck meal.
Bring sandwiches, desserts or
Ministry looks at gambling
The Ministry of Health and the
Centre for Addiction and Mental
Health are collaborating with local
addiction agencies throughout the
province to provide information to
communities on the issues of
compulsive gambling.
A study conducted in Ontario
revealed that 67 per cent of Ontario
adults, aged 18-74, had gambled
in their lifetime and 77 per cent of
these adults had done so in the last
12 months.
The American Psychiatric
Association estimates that one to
three per cent of the adult
population are pathological
gamblers. Dr. Nancy Petry,
University of Connecticut, claims
that more than five per cent of
people develop a gambling problem
at some time in their life - five
times the rate of schizophrenia and
twice that of cocaine addiction.
Many of these gambling activities
include casino gambling, betting at
the racetrack, card games, bingo
and scratch-and-win tickets.
Another survey conducted by the
Canadian Foundation on
Compulsive Gambling found that
teenagers are involved in a broad
base of gambling activities, i.e.
games of skill, card games, scratch-
and-win lotteries and raffles. Dr.
Howard Shaffer, Harvard
University, has revealed a rate of
problem gambling among
adolescent of 9.4 per cent. Experts
say that 10 - 15 per cent of youths
who start gambling soon lose
control over their gambling
16 take home prizes
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Second was Lloyd and Lillian
Appleby with 74 points and third
was Charlie Scherbarth and Bob
Regele with 73 points. Wayne
Robinson was the men’s lone hands
winner and Delores Howatt was
Good sunglasses key
for long-term eye health
Continued from page 11
seconds to 5 minutes.
Polarizing lenses are especially
designed to cut water and road
glare and arc often-chosen for water
sports and difficult driving
conditions.
finger food.
Flowers on the memorial stand
were in memory of Robert
Thompson, placed by Audrey and
family.
The sermon topic was “Love's
quarrel with the world”.
Next Sunday coffee, juice and
muffins will be served before the
service.
behaviour, and that men with
severe gambling problems typically
started gambling before they were
14 years old. Many teens do not see
sport lotteries, break open tickets or
lotto tickets as gambling activities.
The Canadian Imperial Bank of
Commerce reported that three
quarter of Canadians buy lottery
tickets and more than half have
been doing so for more than 10
years. Astonishingly, 11 per cent
are betting that some of their
retirement income will come from
lottery winnings.
The number of individuals
experiencing problems with
gambling may increase with the
development of four charity
casinos, and the introduction of slot
machines at community racetracks.
As well, there is a growing concern
regarding the involvement of
individuals in internet gambling.
Even though this type of gambling
behaviour is still in its infancy,
there is the potential for a dramatic
increase in gambling problems.
In light of this, Huron Addiction
Services, the Ministry of Health
and the Centre for Addiction and
Mental Health are offering a
workshop to community
professionals, as well as a public
information session for community
members to explore and discuss
gambling-related issues that may
impact on individuals and their
families.
The speakers for these events
will be Roger Horbay, certified
gambling counselor. Centre for
Addiction and Mental Health,
ladies.
There were 16 door prizes given
away and a delicious lunch,
including cake, was enjoyed by all.
The Hall is a great place for
family reunions and small
meetings. Just call 887-6735 for
info.
Finally, when considering
frames, pay more attention to fit,
durability and comfort than to
styling. Its fun to be fashionable,
but eyes deserve the best care
possible. Don't sacrifice that for
today's latest fashion fad.
Gang meets
The May meeting of Londesboro
Happy Gang Seniors was held at
the Hall on Wednesday, May 26.
The guest speaker was Bob
Campbell of Clinton who spoke on
World War II.
The minutes of the April meeting
were read. Reta gave the treasurer's
report.
Len Archambault reported on the
Seniors games.
The bus trip is on July 21. The
June meeting is at 6:30 p.m. on
June 30. Those with initials A - L
are to bring dessert and N - Z bring
first course.
Cakes for September are June
Fothergill, Helen Lee and Phyllis
Tyndall. Ice cream is Clare
Vincent, Reg Lawson.
Cards were played. Some
winners were Ella Flood, Helen
Lee and June Fothergill.
Donwood Division and Meryl
Thomas, program director, Huron
Addiction Services.
The Community Information
Session will be held at the Clinton
Town Hall on June 2 beginning at
7:30 p.m. All interested individuals
are invited to attend.
If you require more information,
call Huron Addiction Services at
482-1767.
Brussels Minor Soccer coaches got a work out last Friday
when they participated in a clinic held by professional
soccer coach and former player Charlie Scottfield.
Annette Stephenson of Brussels takes her turn practising
a little footwork.
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A cool dip
Alanna Roy of Londesboro captured a little fun at the
Wawanosh Nature Centre, Saturday when she and her
family visited for the Make A Splash activities,
participants learned about the health of waterways and
the creatures which must survive there.
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