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Times-Advocate, 1983-03-16, Page 6J Times -Advocate, March 16, 1983 • A storeroom A house is incomplete without a place to stash ar- ticles that are too good to .throw away but not good enough for visitors to see. Some people Reed only a drawer or a cupboard. for their "treasures," others fill 'a a� down, of course, and three sheets of wrapping paper that you forgot you had when you were' looking for paper for Ed's birthday present. During spring cleaning, you're likely to find one wool scarf and five mitts. During a T Odds 'n ends By Elaine Townshend an extra closet, and a few are lucky enough to have a whole room to spare. A closet in the guest room provides excellent storage for seasonal clothes; that is. if you can find space beside the tennis racket, baseball bat and glove, skipping rope, skateboard, hockey stick and pucks, football and assorted toys and games and abandon- ed stuffed animals. If you find a shoebox with holes in the lid, open cautious- ly. Many a frog has leaped from a closet and sent a cleaning lady into panic. On the shelmight be a sew- ing basket, turned upside fall cleaning, you'll discover one silk scarf, one lost runn- ing shoe and three and a half shoe laces. Between cleaning seasons, a sign "Open At Your Own Risk," might help to absolve you from responsibility if so- meone is hit on the head by a curling broom. Some lucky home owners have a room that may be described as "the bedroom that no one can sleep in because they can't get near the bed." if the -broom closet is too small to hold the vacuum cleaner, shove the machine into the spare bedroom. If the For groups of 6 or more BLUECH1PPLUS• offers • Comprehensive Dental Pia' • Comprehensive Drug Plan • Maio( Medical Bennlits • Vision Plan • Preferred HospitatAccormnodaro^ • Direct claims payment • Easy administration with one monthly billing Write for a brochure or call direct LoriSenay 120 York Street London. Ontario NSA 1A9 W(519)439-0136 439.0136 - IllONTAgso iBLUE CROSS mouGAGE, RA Es ARE i lv. ' • • • • •• • • i � •• • • • •• • ••• • AlLTHI$WE EK 0�• •to SO�• OFF Our Regular Price EVERYTHING IN THE STORE AIIFabrics— AIIPatterns . All Sewing Notions 371 Main Street Exeter 235-2842 AIM% — Nill a • H • VG VICTORIA AND GREY TRUST Sin a/844 Exeter: 425 Main St. 235.0530 Mrmbcr ( anada Ihlvnri Imuran, (orpinati m of surprises dining room table is too large for everyday use with the ex- tra leaves in, lean them against the bedroom wall. If you stock up oh detergent and bathroom tissue at bargain prices, pile them behind the door in the bedroom. When you find a handsome but weatherbeaten table at an auction, set it in front of the dresser until you have time to refinish it. While you're waiting for hubby to put a new cord on the living room lamp, it might as well sit on the old table. If you need an out-of-the-way spot for that drapery'material you bought two months ago, why not lay it on the bed? As boxes of memorabilia - your school books, your kids' school books, photograph albums, cards and letters, souvenirs from trips, magazines and paperback novels - fill up, stack them in the bedroom. If you try to walk in one day and can't, just back out and envy the people who have attics. Huron Homemaker to give workshop The Canadian Council of Homemaker Services has in- vited Jean Young, Executive Director of Town and Country Homemakers to conduct a workshop on "Rural Agencies - The Challenge of Providing Services" at their annual con- ference in Montreal June 9,10,11. The monthly meeting of the Town and Country Homemakers Board was held in the Seaforth Town Hall, February 23. Guests at the meeting were: Hazel Hildebrand -of the Seaforth Council and Loretta Siegner from Exeter. . Jean Young reported on a meeting with the Huron Coun- ty Social Services Committee at which John McKinnon Social Services Administrator stated the Ministry has said there will be no more than a five percent increase for the 1983 hourly rates charged to government agencies. This percentage will only cover the increase in Workmen's Com- pensation, Unemployment In- surance, and mileage. It will not allow any increase in Irish flavor at Woodham The March meeting of the Woodham UCW was held in the church basement with. 22 members and one visitor pre- sent. The meeting opened by Mrs. Lloyd Cowdrey favour- ing with a solo Galway Bay followed by everyone joining in on When Irish Eyes are Smiling and Peg 0' My Heart. Everyone told what March meant to them. Pictures were shown followed by Quiet Music followed by a reading by Mrs. Marvin Hartwick "SprinkleSunshine". The Scripture was given by Mrs. Leonard Thacker. Mrs. John Rodd then gave devotions on March and closed this part of the meeting with prayer. Mrs. Ted Insley presented Mrs. Reg McCurdy with a Life Membership to the United Church Women on behalf of her mother. Mrs. Earl Watson. Mrs. Deborah Webb had the study "Images of Life". wages for the employees. Bev Brown, chairman said "It seems to me that most of the five percent increase is simply going back into government coffers." We in- tend to continue negotiating as we feel it is grossly unfair to give our homemakers a zero percent increase. Members of the Board received an invitation from the Goderich Hospital Palliative Care Program to " attend a workshop on the topic of "Bereaved Parents". The Nominating Commit- tee is accepting names for potential board members to be elected at the annual meeting. Chairman . of the Board, Bev Brown, again em- phasized that the Agency must have committed work- ing members to accomplish its objectives. The annual dinner meeting is to be held at Blyth Com= munity Centre on April 6th 1983 featuring Elaine Baillie, Activation Consultant with the -Ontario Ministry of Health as the guest speaker. The tickets are available from directors: Jean Young reported the following figures for January 1983: New referrals by source in January: self 12, family 9, public health nurse 1, €r, f , • TO MARRY — Mr. and Mrs. Ray Eaton would like to announce the upcoming marriage of her daughter Karen Ann Thornton to Gary James Clark, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Clark. The wedding to be held at Strathroy United Church at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 1983'. Ladies enjoy trip to sunny Jamaica A trip to the beautiful Island of Jamaica through slides,with comments by -Rev. Barbara Laing was enjoyed by the Afternoon Unit of Ex- eter U.C.W. Rev.Laingis the minister of Dashwood United Church. • Vera Mills, assisted by Olive Harvey, ' Mary Neil, Margaret McKee, and Myrtle Brock conducted a Lenten Worship Service. It showed us how God is always with us, even in the darkest times of our lives. - Jesus on his way to Jerusalem and the Cross, neighbour 1, Doctor 9, Home Care 6, Goderich Psychiatric 1, total of 39. Ages of clients served: 1 to. 18-0; 20to45-2; 45to65-8; 65-75.22; 75 to 90 -71; 90and must have been tempted to turn back, but he was aware of God's will and support and knew that through his faithfulness God's intention would eventually be realized. With this same confidence we can face the troubles in our own lives. We are not alone, God is with us. Thelma Russell conducted the business. Members were reminded to save plastic ties from bread wrap and our us- ed stamps. . Alma Godbolt announced the Huron Perth Presbyterian are holding a special event on April 11 in Goderich-North St. U.C. A bus will leave our church at 5:30 p.m. The Unit is invited to join the Evening Unit on April '18 when Margaret Robinson will be guest speaker. A social hour followed the over 9 Couples under 65 -1. meeting. • .i YOUTH GROUP AIDED — Two local youth groups each received $500 from the R.E. Pooley branch Legion recently. President Norm Ferguson, left, presents $500 to Dianne Sims for the Exeter Scouts, Guides, Brownies and Beavers, while on the right, treasurer Al Flynn presents $500 to Koren Davidson for the precision skating team. Photo by Reg. McDonald 114011'4*********** President Mrs. Glenn Copeland, conducted the business. The minutes were As read followed by the roll call and collection. ........................ =• •1 • • • • •: : • •i'polka-'Dot• • •FABRICS ' • • • • •• • • i � •• • • • •• • ••• • AlLTHI$WE EK 0�• •to SO�• OFF Our Regular Price EVERYTHING IN THE STORE AIIFabrics— AIIPatterns . All Sewing Notions 371 Main Street Exeter 235-2842 ft x x x 4 4411111\-:'-X 1111 t am 'P�. •. `aote--� '� ' , Check These Lucky Shamrock Specials OFF 0 Thurs., Fri. & Sat. Only All our green fall and winter stock PLUS �i oho � �O OFF All � New Spring Arrivals * Looking good ft - FASHIONS FOR HER 4 375 MAIN ST EXETER . 4 Opsn 6 days a week foryour convenience Conducted by health unit Paront glasses popular By Marlene Price, Beafortlb. Office Huron County Health .Unit invites you to attend the Ex- pectant Parent Classes. This caption is seen four times a year in the local newspapers inviting both expectant mothers and fathers to attend the series of six to seven classes to learn more about prenatal care, birth of the baby, care of the newborn, family adjustment, etc. These classes are popular and are intended to make the expectant parent or parents more knowledgeable and therefore more comfortable about the upcoming birth. The classes are taught by a Public Health Nurse and are divided into two sections. The first section, or Early Bird Classes. consist of two classes where anatomy and reproduction, development of the unborn child, effects of drugs, alcohol and smoking on the baby and nutrition are discussed. These two classes are aimed at those who are early on in their pregnancy. The six regular classes are designed for those later in their pregnancy. Discussions in these classes include labour and delivery, care of the mother, care of the newborn, feeding the baby and family adjustment. A tour of the hospital is also scheduled. Elimville WI hear speaker The March Elimvile Womens Institute was a backwards meeting opening with ,the Queen. Program committee Mrs. Jean Lynn and Mrs. Marion Skinner opened their program with a reading by Mrs. Lynn March. Everyone really enjoyed guest speaker John Ayres of Family and Children's Ser- vices of Goderich. He has worked in all the aspects of the service, fostering, adop- tion and family counselling. He emphasized how impor- tant a family is. There is help available when necessary. They worked with 535 families and 181 children in care in 1982. Mrs. Annie Jean Johns closed this part of the meeting with a reading Fading Memories of a Fami- ly Farm. Members enjoyed a delicious lunch followed by the business meeting. It was discussed that Mrs. Isabel Fletcher go to Officers Con- ference also delegates to the, ' District Annual in Crediton May 26. Roll call was answered with name a place in Ontario you would recom- mend to a tourist. Mrs. Flet- cher gave a reading Journey's End. As well, the six regular. classes also include a time for relaxation exercises, muscle toning exercises and breathing exercises based on the Lamaze method of prepared childbirth. • Both the discussions and ex- ercises aim to make the parent or parents feel comfor- table and "not so scared about the whole thing" as one parent put it when asked why he was attending the Blass. During the series of classes the parents get to know each other and can share their ex- periences and feelings about the pregnancy and upcoming birth. So it you are expecting a baby and want to learn more and not "feel so scared about • the whole thing" contact your local Health Unit office for dates and time. Middlesex planning home repair session By Grace Whittington Home Economist Middlesex County Minor household ,repairs don't seem all that small when you have to pay so- meone else to do the work. In addition to the expense, there is the inconvenience --like losing time from your job while having to wait at home all day to let in the carpenter or plumber. You can learn to fix a lot of things yourself, even if you are not the mechanical type. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Rural Organizations & Services Branch, will be presenting a workshop on simple home repairs in the near future: At the workshop you will have an opportunity to learn and prac- tice how to do the repairs, with the assistance if needed. Instruction sheets on repairs will be provided. The instruc- tions are in simple language and are clearly illustrated. with the skill you gain at the workshop, you will feel more confident in doing repairs in your own home.. . The workshop will provide some hints on how to pur- chase tools and equipment. Lots of tools and materials are sold in hardware stores. Sometimes trying to find the right materials for repairs and maintenance around the home can be confusing. Join in the do-it-yourself trend. If you want to learn more about repairs. and maintenance and get some • experience in doing simple home repairs, contact the On- tario Ministry of Agriculture & Office in London im- Please turn to page 7 ICs Qoteeca PEDLAR 414 M.in Si..Exeter, Ontario CENTRE MALL Phone: 235-0221 Bring Spring Home for Easter Easter is Sunday; April -3 Large selection of Lilies and Hydrangea PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANiNG Toile advantage of our inflation fighter special • Living Room & Hall (up to 400 sq. N.) $4200 Bonus If ve ""' • N"'"e ee,e f,.. • W also do upholstery MAGIC CARPET.= GUARDIAN DRUGSCD Towards the and piloting next ion pYinting onyour Co%0Ul btoU t VintlitYn ceSsing • in f oY pro nocesst Sizes 110, 126t 135. • (C41 PROCESSING 24-NOUR PR AV AK ABLE SERVICE NOW a15CF' on quantity No limit March 16 s%Ptiss Exeter Pharmacy Ltd. Morn Street 235-1570