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Zurich Citizens News, 1980-07-10, Page 6Page 6 Citizens News July 10, 19$0 Churches learn of Vietn Special guests at the joint Varna and Goshen church service in Varna on Sunday were the Wen family from Vietnam. Murdock Morrison, on behalf of the two churches, welcomed them to the community. Varna. y Mary CisairiN - Hiep, the wife and mother, told in excellent English of the severe economic dif- ficulties and loss of freedom following the communist takeover in Vietnam. Her salary as a high school French teacher dropped to 1 500th of its former level, which was typical of what was happening to everyone. People could not longer afford to buy enough food and clothing. Priests, nuns and businessmen were forced to move to un- developed areas, build their own homes and attempt to grow food on arid land. In order to leave the country, they had to sell jewellery, furniture, some clothing, and borrow money Flowers of Hope exceeds goal By MARY WARBURTON This year's Flowers of Hope campaign has been a great success for the South Huron and District Association for the Mentally Handicapped. It has brought in more than the goal of $13,000 and Executive Director of .the Association Don Campball said that more is yet to come. Campbell said they are "very pleased" with the results of the campaign and are very grateful to chair- person Donna Greb, her army of canvassers and the many people who generously gave donations. He said that this year's total is $800 to $1.000 above last year's goal. The breakdown of con- tributions from the various areas is as follows: Grand Bend and Klondike $1,848.75, Hay Township $1,798.15, Exeter $1,688.09, Stanley Township $1,126.30, Stephen Township $1,091.00, Usborne Township $1,022.65, Lonesboro District $951.00, Zurich $866.60, Thedford Area $684.50, Tuckersmith Township $525.00, Hensall $347.20, Huron Park $184.41, Dashwood $169.10, Seaforth $140.00, Crediton $133.20, Centralia $104.25, and Bayfield (to date) $321.00. So far the total con- tribution is $13,001.20. The Flowers of Hope campaign is the major fund- raising activity of the Association. The money will be used to expand the current programs and in- crease their quality. Campbell saidthere is still time for people to send in their contributions to the Assoc iation. from relatives. Theyleft the south shore of Vietnam in a crowded, leaky boat, only three metres long by one metre wide, to make their way across the Gulf of Siam to Thailand. Nearly everyone was sick. In return for whatever jewellery and money they had left, a freighter towed them to Thailand, where they spent five months in a camp, waiting to come to Canada where they could live in freedom. Hiep concluded by saying she was already registered at Manpower in an attempt to find em- ployment, her husband Tai and brother Haiare beginning their English classes, and they look forward with "confidence and hope" to having a good life in this country. The family also includes two friendly little boys, Thuy (pronounced too- ee), almost nine years old, and seven-year-old Dung (Youn) . Personals Murdock and Ruth Morrison celebrated their Fortieth wedding an- niversary on Sunday with a family dinner at the Bedford Hotel in Goderich, followed by a reception for their neighbours at their home in Varna. Special guests present for the occasion were the best man and Ruth's brother, Ken Rogers of Wawa, and his wife Dorothy. Their family consists of Mildred (Mrs. Doug McAsh) of Varna, Murray of Ilder- ton, Paul of Zurich, Robert of Blyth and Gary of Seaforth, and seven grandchildren. Mildred McAsh, organist for Varna church, has CENTRALIA COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY presents "WEED WIPER" DAY Wednesay, July 16 at 1:30 p.m. at the CROP RESEARCH AREA Centralia College, Huron Park See: Actual Field demonstrations of Roller Applicator and Rope wick Applicator Treated fields on display Manufacturers and distributors of equipment Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Use and operation techniques and Food for weed wipers Discuss: i submitted her resignation to the session, and they are attempting to locate a new organist. We regret that Mildred has found it necessary to resign, as she has given faithful service for the past ten years. Stanley Steamers slo-pitch tournament The Stanley Steamers slo- pitch tournament is to lie held , Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13, at the township ball park, Varna. This is the schedule to start things off: Saturday 9:00 a.m. - Zurich Cobras vs. Bayfield Knighthawks, Winthrop Warriors vs. Stanley Steamers. 10:30 a.m. - Bayfield Flyers vs. Crediton Far- mers, Crediton Cowboys vs. Homestead Camp. 12:00 noon - Kirkton vs. Bluewater Lakers, Winthrop Oilers vs. Easton Trailers Ltd. 1:30 p.m.Dashwood Gamblers vs. Mitchell B.P.'s, Pine Lake Camp 'v s. Centralia Marauders. Losers of the first eight games will go into 'B' group with the 'B' championship game to be played Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Winners of the first eight games will go into the 'A' group with the 'A' cham- pionship game to be played Sunday at 5:00 p.m. There will be games Kids have playground Dashwood summer playground opened Monday, July 7 and will go until August 22. The leaders are Nancy Amos, Parkhill; Sheila Eisenschenk, Exeter; Shirley Wetmore, Clan- deboye; and Donna Miller, Dashwood. Around 30 are enrolled for games, crafts and swimming. Dashwood Mrs. Irvin Rader Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Martene, Mr. and Mrs. Eben Weigand and Mrs. Carrie Russell, Exeter spent the weekend at Chesley Lake with Mrs. Joan Martene and attended the Centennial at Chesley. Mr. and Mrs: Leslie Evans, Goderich, visited with Mrs. Flossy Willert, on Sunday. Edwin Martene has returned to the home of his sister, Mrs. Esther Salmon, from University Hospital. Marianne Eagleson, Little Current, Manitoulin Island, returned home with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Eagleson, after spending two weeks with her grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Weber. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Rader and Ben, London, were Saturday guests with Mr. annd Mrs. Irvin Rader. Tony and Dianne Ervine, Adelaide, Australia, are spending a month with Mr. and Mrs. Earl Keller and f"mily and other relatives. The youth of Zion Lutheran church met June 30 opening with a prayer by Jonathan Mellecke. A business session was held following which, with the youth of Peace Exeter they concentrated on doing one of the Bible studies for the camping retreat. Elizabeth. Datars closed with a prayer. Ball tournament this weekend mese family Come out to the ball park and cheer on your favourite team. Good food available both days. continually from Saturday at 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MR. AND MRS. WAYNE CORBETT Wayne Corbett and Elaine Hendrick were married in a double ring ceremony at Dashwood United Church on June 27. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hendrick of Dashwood and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Corbett of Hensall. The Rev. Stan MacDonald officiated. Maid of honour was Fay Hayter of Crediton and best man was Brian Campbell of Hensall. Soloist was Elizabeth Datars and Ann Marie Hoffman provided the music. After a wedding trip to Eastern Ontario, the couple are residing at RR 1, Exeter . Photo by Frank Phillips ENGAGED — Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Heimrich, Zurich, happily announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Laurie Jayne to Mr. Philip Erb, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Erb, RR 2 Zurich, Ont. The wedding will take place at 3:00 p.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Zurich. MR. AND MRS. RICHARD FISHER Richard Raymond Fisher and Deborah Lynn Elliott were married at Zurich Lutheran Church on June 28, with the Rev. Jack Dressler officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Elliott of Clinton, and the groom is the son of Mrs. Verlyn Fisher and the late Raymond Fisher. Matron of honour was Beverley Oesch. Bridesmaids were Linda Verstraeten and Lori Deller. The best man was Chuck Regier. Guests were ushered by Gerald Bechler and Shane Elliott. Soloist was Ruth Ann Steckle. Guitar music was provided by Doug Pesch and Christine Eagleson played the organ. After a honeymoon in northern Ontario, the couple are residing in bloke. Photo by Frank Phillips