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Clinton News-Record, 1977-06-23, Page 18PAGE 18--CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, THURSDAY. JIINF 23 1Q77 News of Londesboro by Dora Shobbrook United Church News Marriage renewal service was held at United Church at 10 a.m. on Sunday morning. Greeters were Don Buchanan and Reg Lawson, and the ushers were David Lear, Clayton McClure, Tom and Ken Pollard. The choir was the Lon- desboro Teen Choir singing "I would be true" with Mrs. Glen McGregor organist and Mrs. Allen Shaddick choir leader. Junior congregation teachers were Sandra Westerhout, Irene Bromley and Barbara Carter. , The flowers on the Memorian Stand were placed in loving memory ' of Jack Medd for Father's Day by his family. Rev. McDonald's message was "love and marriage go together like a horse and carriage". Soloist Ann Snell sang "The Wedding Prayer". Husbands and wives were asked to stand and join right hands and repeat the renewal marriage covenant after the minister, after which Ann Snell sang "I'll walk beside you". Berean Unit of UCW The Berean Unit held their June meeting on June 14th at the home of Margaret Whyte with a large attendance; the Aimwell Unit were guests. President Hattie Wood opened the meeting reading "the torch" and welcomed all. Roll call was answered with the verse "life". The treasurer's report was given by Dora Shobbrook. To clean brass for July is Edythe Beacom. Supply secretary Ida Durnin hoped mitts, scarfs and crib quilts would be made before winter. The July meeting will be at "Marnok Hill" the home of Lois Andrews, when Rev. McDonald will be in charge of the meeting. The roll call will be a verse with "beauty". Social convenor Brenda Radford reported on catering to a wedding in August and discussion was held on catering to the Lions' Charter Night in October and it was moved to accept. Discussion was held on having a con- cession stand for bag lunches at the 1978 plowing match. The meeting was turned over to the program com- mittee, Alice Buchanan and Margaret Whyte. "The future lies ahead of us" was read by Alice and a hymn was followed by prayer. Scripture was read by Margaret and the offering was received and dedicated by Alice. The study theme was "Life" with a poster on love, work . and concern. "What if life" was read by Margaret. Happiness is something to do, someone to love; Happiness is the purpose of life. Hap- piness is a service that cannot be bought. Ida Durnin read "shoemaker". The meeting closed with hymn "blest be the tie that binds" and prayer. A contest Bible quiz was conducted by Alice Buchanan. Lunch was served by Alice Davidson and Dora Shobbrook with others assisting in serving. Audrey Thompson, Aimwell president, thanked the Berean • Unit for inviting them. Cheerio Club The Cheerio Club held their meeting on Wednesday af- ternoon at the home of Laura Lyon. Acting President Nona Pipe opened the meeting with the reading "June" • and "Summer Came Softly". Gladys Armstrong favoured with piano solos "Old Rugged Cross" and "How Great Thou Art". Nona read "Teachers Three" and "Another Garden Grove". The minutes of the last meeting and treasurer's report were read by.. secretary -treasurer Gladys Armstrong. A letter was read from Mary Robinson, Roll call was answered by 10 members with an arti auction and there were three visitors Isabel Airdrie, Mary Clark and June Fothergill. Laura Lyon reported that they could get a speaker or a film on "Health". The July meeting will be run by Group 2 on July 20th at the home of Edythe Beacom. Roll call is to be a current event. The program was a reading by Laura Lyon "the Passing of the Kitchen Range". Nona Pipe read' "Fond Memories Among My Souvenirs" and "Gathering Eggs with Uncle Jim". Dora Shobbrook conducted two contests "Body Names" won by Myrtle Fairservice and Isabel Airdrie and "Cakes" won by Laura Lyon and June Fothergill. The meeting closed with "The Maple Leaf Forever". Myrtle Fairservice was auctioneer for the articles donated some games of cards were played and lunch was served by Laura Lyon, Nona Pipe and Shobbrook. Dora June Recital On Wednesday night June 15th, Louise McGregor welcomed a number of parents and friends to a recital of her pupils in the United Church where 29 pupils participated. Louise invited all to the basement for refreshments after. Golf Tournament The Londesboro Invitational Golf Tournament was held on June 19th at the Seaforth Golf Course with 52 golfers competing. Randy Millar was the winner of the trophy with the low gross score. Low net winner was. Ron Ellerby; 2nd low gross, Lloyd Walsh; 2nd low net, Jeff Shaddick; 3rd low gross, Gordon Shob- brook; 3rd low net, Cliff Saundercock. Highlight of the day was a hole in one on the fifth hole for Steven Reid on his first day of golf. The committee would like to thank the following for prizes donated: Robert Shaddick, Country Kitchen, Don Buchanan, Jim McEwing, Radford's Garage, Ron Ellerby, Tom Duizer, Bill Scottiaux, T. B. Allen, Lloyd Walsh, Bruce Roy, Mitchell's Family Market and Sparling's Hardware. Personals Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Larry Mayberry on -the death of her father Mr. Robert Procter, Delgrave on June 12th. Mrs. Bert Lyon is a patient in Clinton Hospital after having surgery on Tuesday night. Mrs. Bob Peel has been a patient in Victoria Hospital, London for the past two Weeks after undergoing surgery. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fothergill attended the silver wedding anniversary of her brother Mr. and Mrs. Jack Marks of Wingham on June 18. The dinner was held at Hotel Teeswater 'followed by a gathering of family and friends at their summer home at Rainbow Ranch, RR4 Lucknow. Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Mitchell, Tracy and Mark attended the 50th wedding anniversary of Audrey's parents Mr. and Mrs. John Bain, Stratford. Their family all attended -church with them at St. Andrews Presbyterian church. The reception was held at the church, later a buffet lunch was held at the home of her son Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bain, Stratford. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Arm - R. K. PECK APPLIANCES "In The Heart of Down Town Varna" • Vacuum Cleaners - Sales and Service of mast makes • C B Radios and Accessories • Speed Queen Appliances • Moffat Appliances • Smoke Sensors i Insect Lights and Fly Killing Units • Handcrafted Gifts Varna, Ont. Phone 482-7103 strong and Doreen Carter attended the Open House honourint Rev. and Mrs,, Menzies 50th wedding an-` •versary on Saturday in London Centennial United Church. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shaddick visited her sister Mrs. Irene Ferguson, London on Sunday and attended the 50th wedding anniversary family dinner honouring Rev. and Mrs. Menzies. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fothergill and family at- tended the Marks family reunion at the home of Mr. Roy Marks at Winterbourne on Sunday, June 19th. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Thompson of Levak spent the weekend with Mrs. Alice Davidson. Beth Knox, Laura Forbes and Hattie Snell from here enjoyed the weekend June 10 to 13th bus trip with Clinton Senior Citizens to Scott Oquaga Lake House at Deposit, New York, USA. Miss Lloy Shaddick, Kit- chener and Jeff Shaddick, Mdorefield visited their parents Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shaddick on the weekend. Jeff competed in the Lon- desboro Golf Tournament on Sunday. Mrs. Ora Riley and family attended the Graelis family reunion at Clinton Con- servation area on Sunday. Weekend visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thompson were Mr. and Mrs. George McDonald, Aurora; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Boyle and Mrs. Russ Thompson, Clarkesburg, Raymond and Beth Radford, London. All attended the Snell reunion at Londesboro Hall on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hamilton, J 400refield are spending a few days with their daughter Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thompson. Rev. McDonald and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Elliott of Clinton visited Sunday af- ternoon with Rev. and Mrs. Gen Eagle at their farm at ore. 'Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. A. Duizer after receilving a telegram that his brother John in Holland had passed away June 14th as the result of a heart attack. Mr. and Mrs. Arie Duizer, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Duizer and four of their sisters family from Holland spent last week on a tour to Tobermory, South Baymouth, Little Current, Espanola, Blind River, Parry Sound, Midland and home. The families from Holland returned home on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Allen spent last week at Huntsville and were Sunday supper guests with Mr. and Mrs. Don Scruton, Colleen and John, Clinton. Leland Adams and friend of Toronto spent the weekend with his mother Mrs. Stella Adams. Mr. Mel Knox celebrated his birthday on Sunday at the home of his mother Mrs. Beth Knox. Melanie Knox had the misfortune of fracturing her arm June 12 and is wearing a cast. Sheryl Millson and friend Sue Rosnas of Woodstock are spending the week with her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook. Gall games On June 14, men's slow pitch was held with Winthrop beating Londesboro' 25-15. On June116, Londesboro Ladies defeated the Summerhill Ladies in an exhibition game, while on June 17 the Lon- desboro men defeated Auburn 9 to 7. Snell reunion held The 46th Snell Reunion was held in Londesboro on Saturday, June 18 with 66 in attendance. The older members enjoyed visiting and reminiscing while the younger members ran races and contests. A smorgasbord supper was enjoyed by all. The president welcomed everyone and offered a prayer in memory of those members of the clan who had passed away during the year. Otto Jerke of Edmonton, Alberta held the lucky ticket on the lawn chair. President Keith Snell who lives at Swastika, Ontario is a social worker in the Kirkland Lake area which serves James Bay. He had various species of vegetation from the boggs of the North and told of his work with the predominant Indian population. Barbara Bosman ac- companied her daughter Lisa as she sang. Don Snell Advertising: tells you what's new. CANADIAN ADVERTISING ADVISORY BOARD favored with some oldtime numbers on his violin ac- companied by Barbara Bosman. Bonnie Jewitt ac- companied her children Lori and Scott as they sang. Don Snell gave a rousing recitation "The passing of the Outhouse". The oldest person present was Elsie Youngblutt, Clinton and the youngest child- was Wesley Snell of Waterloo. Persons coming the greatest distance were Thelma and August -Jerke from Edmonton, Alta. Bob Thompson guessed correctly the contents of the mystery can. Eva Walker had a bir- thday closest to the reunion day. The 1978 reunion to be held in Londesboro on the third Saturday in June. Golden Radars have busy month The Ever Young Senior Citizens Club, Bayfield en- tertained the Clinton Golden Radars on Tuesday evening in the Town Hall, Bayfield. President Harry Baker welcomed the guests, and was chairman for the evening. Dalton Smith, Bayfield, played two selections on the violin, accompanied by Mrs. Kathleen Hill. Elmer Trick, Clinton, played several piano selections. Two ladies from Dashwood sang a duet. One hundred and fifteen members from Dashwood, Clinton and Bayfield were present. Twenty-five tables of euchre were . played and a very pleasant evening was enjoyed by all. At 8 a.m. Friday morning the Golden Radar senior citizens gathered at the Library Park for a bus trip to Toronto on Murphy's Bus. Driver was Bob Hubert of Seaforth. The dy was spent in the new To onto Eaton Centre, and places nearby. They left Toronto at 3:30 p.m. and arrived at the Ponderosa, Kitchener at 5 p.m. for a delicious meal. They arrived back in Clinton around eight o'clock. Wat Webster and George Rumball are to be thanked for organizing the trip and needless to say did a mar- velous job. Wat. entertained with mouth organ selections, and all joined in a sing -song along the way home. All 91 members who took the trip agreed it was a very happy and pleasant outing and voted for another such trip this fall. Senior Citizens Week is being observed June 19 - 25 and Golden Radar Club was invited to Huronview on Tuesdpy, June 21 for a 5:30 dinner. Elmer Trick, Lorna Radford, Leona Lockhart were responsible for the program at 2:30. ' The ..club is having their picnic at Clinton Con- servation Area on July 20 with a pot luck supper at 5:30 p.m. Convenors for the sports program. are Ed and Ida Godkin. The Huron County Zone 8 Heather Joan McAdam, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene McAdam of Clinton graduated from the University of Ottawa with an Honours B.A. in English Literature and a B.A. Con- centration in Psychology. She t will continue her education this fall at McArthur University, Kingston. She intends to pursue a teaching career in English and Guidance. Local CNIB has picnic Wednesday June 15th, the Huron Perth Advisory Board for the CNIB held the annual summer picnic at the Crystal Palace Mitchell. ' There was a good program of sports everyone had fun. After a delicious supper we rounded out the evening dancing to the music of the wildwoods. Members from the C.C.B. 'Bluewater Club also at - /tended. 1 Anstett Jewellers LIMITED 11 ALBERT ST., CLINTON 482-3901 OPEN WEDNESDAYS For Your Convenience. HOURS: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday nights 'till 9 p.m. . SUMMER PLAYGROUND REGISTRATION at the Clinton Town Hall Sat. June 18 &Sat. June 25 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Senior Playground - Ages 6 - 13 2 —one month sessions July 4th to 29th and -or August 1st to 26th 510.00 registration fee per month Junior Playground - Ages 3 - 5 2 — one month sessions, Tuesdays and .Thursdays Afternoons or mornings July and -or August 58.00 registration fee per month Program sponsored by Clinton Recreation Department and co-sponsored by Ministry of Culture and Recreation. Ex- perience '77, program 40. Senior Citizens picnic is at Harbour Park Goderich on Sunday, August 7 in the af- ternoon, but if the weather is wet, it will be held in McKay Hall, North Street, Goderich. Bring a pot luck lunch. The club's last meeting of the season was held in the Council Chambers on June 15. They also had the pleasure of having Richard Hewitt representative of the New Horizon with them and also members of the Town Council. He explained how to obtain New Horizon grants for the club and told them to get going on it. Mr. Hewitt said they have the time, talent and energy. Ten new directors for the New Horizon were appointed at meeting. He said that Federal Government the the in- troduced the New Horizon grants in 1973. For the month of June a sympathy card was sent to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Armstrong on the death of a brother; also a sympathy card to Mr. 'and Mrs. Doug Freeman on the death of a brother. Flowers were sent to Viola Nelson in the Clinton Hospital and thank -you cards were received from Pearl Cum- mings, Polly Wiltse, Jim and Rose Armstrong, Melinda Nivins, Viola Nelson, Bernice Cobean. Door prizes were won by Gladys Hoggarth and George Glazier. The evening closed with a delicious lunch served by the committee of Muriel Jones, Florence Routzon, Dorothy Brunsdon and Ceacilia Edgar. The Management Reserves the Right to limit quantities to normal family requirements AT VANASTRA NEW SUMMER HOURS: MONDAY - TUESDAY 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. WED.-THURS.-FRI. 9 A,JVI. - 9 P.M. SATURDAY - 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. SUNDAY - 11 A.M. - 5 P.M. Prices effective 'til closing Saturday, June 25 CANADA GRADE "A" - WHOLE (21/2 - 3 LB. AVERAGE) LEGS BREASTS MAPLE LEAF REGULAR OR ALL BEEF 1 LB. PKG. FRENCH'S - 16 OZ. REG. 55 cents MUSTARD 39 1 LB, REGULAR 61 cents CARNIVAL SOFT MARGARINE 49C SKIPPY - 16 OZ. REGULAR $1.04 JAR CREAMY OR SUPER CHUNK PEANUT BUTTER 794 McCAIN'S FROZEN REGULAR OR CRINKLE CUT SUPERFRIES 69 NEW WHITE POTATOES $ 7 59 THESE ARE OUR FEATURE'SHOPPER STOPPERS' WE ARE ALSO FEATURING, THIS WEEK, AN ADDITIONAL LIST OF OVER 40 OTHER "IN STORE SPECIALS" i 0 r • 0