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The Citizen, 2000-12-06, Page 7THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2000. PAGE 7. FROM LONDESBORO Gang meets The Londesboro Happy Gang Seniors held their Christmas party at the Londesboro Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Seventy- three members and guests were served a turkey dinner by the ladies of Londesboro United Church. That afternoon, music was instrumental in creating a fes­ tive atmosphere. Harry and Gail Lear led the group in a seasonal singsong. Gladys Van Egmond played several num­ bers on her accordion and Alf Nichols of Belgrave offered two piano selections. A rather humorous talk was given by Paul Ross who attempted to help those present with their Christmas shopping. His suggestions came from a 1950s magazine and bore evi­ dence to just how things have changed in 40 years. The next seniors’ meeting is Jan. 31. For information regarding a bus trip on Feb. 16 to hear Bill Gathier, please call Elgin Penfound. School news Shania Carter and Roman Sturzenegger of Hullett Central School were winners in the Clinton BIA colouring contest. Ms Wyatt and pupils are rehearsing their operetta “The Best Christmas Ever” as well as the concert numbers. Have you marked your calendar for Dec. 14 at 7 p.m.? An early literacy program to assist pupils in primary grades with reading and writing skills will be in operation during the winter term. Volunteers are needed to work with pupils one half day a week between Jan. 15 and March 9. Consider the benefit both to you and the pupils of such a small gift of your time. Contact the school for more information. On Thursday,. Nov. 30, Hullett Public School held its annual staff appreciation day. Parents supplied and served lunch to school staff and other parents did yard duty and hall monitoring that day. United Church celebrates White Gift Sunday The Londesboro United Church Sunday School pre­ sented its annual White Gift Service at Londesboro United Church on Sunday, Dec. 3. Two residents of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s birth, Anna and Simeon, told the story of that first Christmas. Represented by Elizabeth MacGregor and Robert Goodall, they told of the prophecy of the Messiah’s birth, the events surrounding His birth and the stable visi­ tors. They concluded with their eyewitness report of Christ’s presentation at the temple for naming. During the narrative, groups of children came for­ ward. Each group lit an Advent candle and presented a strip of corresponding coloured velvet. They sang verses of a Christmas carol telling a part of the story from a scripture passage. Also, they brought forward pieces of a large nativity scene which took shape at the front of the sanctuary. O Little Town of Bethlehem was the hymn for Luke 2: 1 -7 and sung by M. J. Horbanuik, Emily Allen, Rachel Snell and Shawn Drost. Lighting the red candle they presented red cloth for warmth and love. Jessica Wheeler, Corey Pollard, Matt Goodall and Molly Horbanuik sang verses of The First Nowell for Luke 2: 8-14 and lit the green can­ Water samples show E-coIl other bacteria Water samples from some deep drilled wells in the Londesboro area, tested under the Huron County Groundwater Study, are showing contamination by E. coli and other coliform bacte­ ria. “We don’t know if this is due to poor well-head mainte­ nance,” said Scott Tousaw, in presenting the preliminary report of the study to Huron County council Nov. 30. “We don’t know if (bacterial) material is getting into the deep aquifer.” The Londesboro area is one of six sites being tested in the county because they represent different examples of the geological makeup of the county. The area has mostly wells drilled into the bedrock with a medium depth. Other sites include the area surrounding Ethel where there is less depth of earth and grav­ el over the bedrock, increas­ ing the possibility of contami­ nation of the deep aquifers (areas of water within the bedrock). Also being studied dle for hope. The purple candle for won­ der and awe was lit by Amanda Falconer, Caitlin Pollard, Jacqui Mitchell, Kendra Falconer, Meaghan Wheeler and Brent Drost. For Matthew 2: 1-11 they sang more verses of The First Nowell. Comfort and joy were signi­ fied by the blue candle and cloth. Amanda Mitchell, Jennifer Snell, Mikayla Allen and Tyler Mitchell sang Joy to the World for Luke 2: 15-16. Assisted by Tonya Drost, Damian Riley-Cronk, NJelissa Roetcisoender, Kelsey Falconer, Valerie Westerhout, Zachary Drost and Kyle Pollard sang Away In A Manger complete with actions. They presented a white cloth the colour of puri­ ty for the Baby Jesus. Coffee and treats supplied by Don and Catherine Allen greeted churchgoers. Harry and Gail Lear were the greeters while Tom Duizer and Ed Salverda ushered. The Sunday School wishes to acknowledge the contribu­ tions for their service from Sherry Postma, Clayton Hodgins and Lynda Horbanuik. Members of the congrega­ tion are invited to join an old- fashioned carol sing on Dec. 10. The evening begins at 6 p.m. at the church. is the Port Albert-Kingsbridge area where the drilled wells are deeper than normal. In the southern part of the county there are more shallow wells and a higher contamina­ tion rate with E. coli and other bacteria. There are 5,500 wells in Huron, the vast majority being drilled into the bed rock. About 50,000 people depend on well-water — everyone but Goderich, which uses lake water, and areas of the south that are connected to the Lake Huron pipeline. The good news, Tousaw said, is that only six per cent of wells are reported as hav­ ing low yield while four per cent had low quality. The study began in April with funding from the Ministry of Environment’s Ground Water Protection Fund. It will assist in under­ standing the groundwater sys­ tem in Huron and analyze the quality of water well aquifers. Baseline information will be collected for future monitor­ ing. PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 While the sunshine warmed the outdoors, affection and admiration warmed the indoors of the Londesboro Community Hall on Sunday, Dec. 3. The occasion was the 80th birthday party of Audrey Thompson. Pink and white balloons and flowers created a festive air. PEOPLE AROUND ETHEL McMahon Call 887-9250 Ethel euchre was held on Nov. 27 with 14 tables in play. Winners were: 50/50, Verna Crawford; high, Isabelle Trees and tree limbs have the potential to conduct electricity. If you touch a tree that has grown or fallen into hydro wires you could be seriously hurt. Before pruning or cutting down trees near overhead wires call Hydro One or your local utility for advice on what to do. Always use a qualified individual or company to do the job safely. Visit www.HydroOne.com CAREFUL WHEN CUTTING Relatives from Kitchener, Mount Pleasant, St. Marys and Palmerston were in atten­ dance along with former neighbours from Moorefield and many friends from the Londesboro area. Part of the afternoon’s enjoyment was becoming reacquainted with Audrey’s daughters and their families and the newest member, great-granddaughter Aysha Lawrie. A giant greeting card, made by Audrey’s grand­ daughters, v. as signed by all the guests. In lieu of gifts, donations totalling $200 were made to Gray, Jim Smith; lone hands, Florence Schefter, Allan Martin; low, Leola Harrison, Velma Sleightholm, Jim McGillawee; lucky draw, Edna McLellan, Lome Lambkin, Jean McNaughton, Grace Stewart, Gertie Lambkin, Alice Shearer, Shirley Verstoep, Eileen Mann, Annie Wight, Florence Broughton, Harold Metcalfe. The Christmas euchre will be held on Monday, Dec. 11 at 8:30 p.m. the CNIB by guests. Condolences from the com­ munity are expressed to Roy and Marie Krauter on the passing of Roy’s sister, Erla Wilkie of Kitchener. Ms Wilkie is now at peace after a lengthy illness. Now that we’ve turned to the last page on our calendars, Christmas is suddenly here. “The Little Book of Christmas Joys” tells us to never miss an opportunity to shake hands with Santa Claus (supposedly this will get rid of all those Grinchy thoughts) and not to try to do everything ourselves (even Santa needs helpers). 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