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Times Advocate, 1999-09-01, Page 11Shipka nen viSt plowing match near Seafort By Annie Morenz S1-ii?KA.Caltha i T SHIPKA - Several from this area went on a bus trip sponsored by Dashwood Seniors on August 20, to the Seniors Jubilee at Thompson Hall in Toronto. Rachel Turner of London, spent some August holidays with her grandparents, Earl and June Rader and Aunt Susie. Recent visitors with the King family, Eugene, Michelle, Cory, Joshua and Nathan, were cousins, Roger a Maureen Koppesser Windsor, and their grand- ma, Hedy Devine of Exeter. Some men from this area attended the Huron County Plowing Match on August 20, near Seaforth. Sue Anne Schroeder of Brantford, daughter of Pat and Jake, enjoyed a month of holidays in Europe this 'summer, travelling first to Italy, visiting in Novi Ligure, the Italian Riviera and the Dalian Alps; then to vence in France at the ight of the lavender season; and finally to Stuttgart, Germany, Schwabisch Hall and Jonaswalde near Dresden, where she visit- ed friends. Bob and Liz Coghlin, Tiffany and Tatyana of Atwood, Agnes Appleton and Al Long of London were recent visitors with Ken and Marg Baker. Don and Elizabeth Adams spent a few holi- days in August camping at Meaford Park. Visitors with the Morenz's on the August 21 and 22 weekend were Lynda and John Little of Coquitlam, B.C. and son Bill of London. The occa- sion was to celebrate Hugh's 81st birthday and Bill's 51st. They had some meals out and played some games of Solo. Several Baker family members from this area attended the annual beef barbecue on Sunday, hosted by Emma Schilbe French visitor in Centraiia By Mary Peterson CORRESPONDENT CENTRAI.IA - Ruth Ann and Matt Pickett, who teach at the high school in Wiarton are preparing to return to school after spending time in the Centralia area this summer. June (Newcombe) and Bill Essery hosted a family luncheon on Aug. 29. Several members of the Newcombe family travelled from Pontiac, Michigan. They also met a special visitor with the Essery family, Remy Chuinard. Chuinard lives in Granville, France, and arrived at the Essery's on Aug. 23. He has been busy touring Ontario. Chuinard is a historian who recently completed a book on American aviators during World War II. The current edition is in French. He hopes to have an English translation available next year. Chuhiard become a friend of the Essery family sever- al years ago when Rob Essery contacted him about his uncle Don Newcombe a pilot who was killed in an air- plane crash during WWII. s'!f�tl.'.- • s.`..•'f�..`;„`ol.'T�j-.a }c :.'t►r: `i.' N.,'•f;.i r ,y Upcoming activities Congregation members of Centralia and Zion West United Churches are invited to worship on Sept. 5 at regular worship times. Minister Heather Scott isjoin- ing everyone again for regular worship. Ladies of Centralia UCW and their friends are invited to a fashion show of Weekenders clothes on Sept. 2. Everyone is welcome to attend this event which will be held at 8 p.m. at the church. Also on Sept. 2, there will be a fun night for the chil- dren of Centralia United Church at the home. of Heather and Ralph Wells at 7:30 p.m. Euchre results The high point winners in the Monday afternoon euchre games held recently in Crediton were Nola Lewis and Lorna Neilson. Lone hand winners were Helen MacDonald and Walter Webber. Low point hold- ers for the day were Doreen Lightfoot and Shirley Kirk. Doreen Lightfoot was also the hidden score winner in the euchre games held at Heywood's Restaurant. anile Northey and Doris Pfaff were the lone hand winners, while the high hand winners were Pat Davis and Walter Webber.� ices continue at the Cathedral meditation, he said Jesus has a way of giving peo- ple freedom. Grand Bend United Church Women will meet September 9 at 1:30 p.m. Muriel Maier will be speaking about her trip to China, and the roll call will be "Projects you would like done to the church.” GRAND BEND - Among guests attending worship_ at Grand Bend United Green Cathedral were people from England and Toronto' on August 15. The music was provided by- a mother -daughter duet by Marlene Scheerer and Debra Gill, accompa- nied by Elva McIntyre. Scriptures were read by Mary Wilson. In Rev. R. Putman's meditation, .he spoke about faith and said peo- ple should help other people whenever they can. Prayers of the people was given by Ken Lawton. The opening hymn n sing was Y Ann Lawton with Irene Kennedy at the keyboard. Cookies and a beverage were served after the ser- vice by the U.C.W. Music at the August 22 POLICE BRIEFS Phoney bill found GRAND BEND -- A phoney $20 bill surfaced in the 'Bend last week. North Lambton OPP said the counterfeit bill was passed at the George Clothing Store on Main St, on Aug. 22. The fake bill was printed on thin paper and was missing the optical security device on the upper left corner of tl.bill. Police also said soave of the lines on the bill were blurred. service at the Green Cathedral were solos by Don McLean of Kitchener. Don is a former member of the church and was a resident of Grand Bend.. Lynn Tremain accompa- nied at the piano.` Scriptures were read by Sarah Tremain. In Rev. R. Putman's meditation, he gave a story of his life and said he finally realized God was not away off but within him. Upcoming :. . on September 5 will be spe- cial music by soloist Laurie Candella from Stoney Creek Alliance Church. Instructor Denise Bedard, Bachelor of Arts Kinesiology A combination of Tye -Bow like characteristics, body sculpting martial arts, boxing, kick boxing and aerobics set to music. Focus on strength, power conditioning and fun. New session beginning Sept. 8th. Must pre -register for classes times and locations. Call 519-472-9010 ., A service of praise was held at the United Church Green . Cathedral on August 29. Lucy Sage led a congregation hymn sing with Annie Lytle at the keyboard. Special music was several songs by the. Harmony Woodsmen Chorus, a group of about 30 men. Scriptures were read by Glena Horner. In Rev. R. Putman's yy; F�•r. . . } •. � •'rr •L.M.B.A.T.D. Specializing in: • Acro -gym • Tap • Jazz & Ballet Fully Qualified Instructors Competition Teams With Exeter Dance Club i Starlytes For 3-5 Year Olds will be re -opening classes at the EXETER LIONS YOUTH CENTRE -John Street, Exeter 1st Registration: Aug. 28- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2nd Registration: Sept. 8 - 6 to 8 p.m. WITH AN OPEN HOUSE Classes Resume* September 11, 1999 - 9 a.m. To 4 p.m. New registration will be taken from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information 472-5559 & 471-7393 Established 49 Yeats in Dancing at the farm of Laird Schilbe at Bayfield. Tony and. Sandra (Baker) Regier of Clinton Twp., Michigan, held an open house at their cot- tage at Sunset Cove on Saturday to celebrate their upcoming wedding anniversary and Tony's 60th birthday. A lesson to learn The more you give, the more you get; The more you laugh, the less you fret; The more you do unselfishly, the more you live abundantly; For only what we give away enriches us from day to day. r>� WANTED 83 PIQOPLE to lose weight. Brian has lost 40 lbs. and 19.25". Doctor formulated. Safe, Natural and Easy! Call toll free 1-888-513-8699 County of Huron AMBULANCE PUBLIC MEETINGS The Province of Ontario has decided to transfer' responsibility for land ambulance services in Huron County to the County. Over the next year, the County is faced with the decision of determining whether to deliver this service itself, contract it out, or continue with the five existing ,providers in the County. As a result, five public meetings. have been scheduled to provide you with the opportunity to raise any issues, concerns, or questions you may have aboutthe future of land ambulance service delivery in Huron County. The meetings are being.held: Sept. 7 Clinton Town Hall Auditorium Sept. 8 Seaforth Community Centre Sept. 9 South Huron Recreation Cure, Ex*r Sept. 13 Wingham United Church Sept. 14 MacKay Centre, Goderich All five meetings start at 7 p.m. A v: , For more information, please contact the County's offices at (519) 524-8394. NO GST OR NO INTEREST &T1L2001* 390 Main St. S. Exeter :.S