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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1974-02-28, Page 12Wgham Advance -Times, Thursday, February 28, 1974 Speaker stresses need tc. k.ok for silver linings *'mCIHURCH -- Mrs. Wes- lel "fin chose as her topic "f, ni es of Silver" when she ipoire at the February meeting of Chalmers Women's Missionary Soeiety held last Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Victor Emer- ten. Mi s Tiffin said, "We spend so much time looking for something about which to complain that we fail to see the lovely little bless- ings which make silver linings." She spoke particularly of mothers who often feel it is an effort to ogre for their children. But as they become older and their families are grown, they yearn for past years when they were happy with their families. She said we spend time planning for the future and fail to enjoy the blessings of everyday living. Mrs. Tiffin suggested each person write a letter to herself at 40, to be opened at 64. "This, she said, "would help us realize our blessings." In closing, she said, "We can . have silver linings if we have Christ as our Savior." She con- cluded with a poem, "Silver Lin- ings". Ten members • were in at- tendance at the meeting which was presided over by first vice- president, Mrs. Wallace Conn, in the absence of the president, MrS. Bill Rintoul. Mrs. Conn welcomed all and opened the meeting with the singing of "What. a Friend Knox Church holds annual meeting BLUEVALE—The annual meeting of Knox Presbyterian church was field Tuesday even- ing with Interim Moderator Rev. R. H. Armstrong in charge. He opened the meeting by reading scripture and leading in prayer. Mrs. William .Mundell, secre- tary,, read the minutes of the per- vious annual meeting, also other congregational meetings held daring the year. Denis Freeman, a final • year student at Knox College, has been resident student minister during the past ye . Ross-GraY, clerk of session, re- ported a membership of 122 and three baptisms during the year. Mrs. Mundell, as treasurer, reported all ,emenseik ,expertsdit, the church had , been met. All organizations including WMS, Ladies' Aid, Sunday School, Young Peoples, choir, COC and Explorers, reported a successful yom'. • Three .new members were ap- pointed to the managing board, J. J. Elliott, Gordon Mundell and Bill Robertson. Harvey Shaw was appointed head usher. John McInnes tendered a vote 4f appreciation to Rev. Arm- strong for his time and ,efforts; in acting as interim moderator dur- ing the year. Rev. , Armstrong closed the meeting with the benediction and a social hour followed. We Have in Jesus" accompanied by Mrs. Andrew Gaunt on the chord organ. The scripture, Colossians 1:9- 23, was read by Mrs. Emerson who'alsogave the meditation, telling hew mistakes in life can be ma very easily unless one is ever : tchful of errors. Mrs. Robert ray led in prayer. Mrs. Robert Ross gave a read- ing, "Thanks to Thee", which in- structed all to `count their many blessings. The hymn; "Jee, eep Me Near the Cross", was then sung. Madill Mirror California Cities Warmer breezes invaded F. E. Madill S. S. on Wednesday, February 20. The California Cuties, a basketball team from California, battled against the Mighty Mustangs. The "Cuties" are an all-male , team; but are dressed up as women. The players had such notorious names as Little Susie, Dumpy Dora, .Scaggie • Maggie, Dottie Dribble and Shotgun Mable, ,.F. E. Madill's team was repre- sented by bog the students and The secretary, Dawson teachers. Bruce Wilbee, Rick Craig, read the minutes. The Jacklin, Bill Armstrong, Bryan World Day of Prayer service is to Johnson, Bruce Jermyn, Rene be held in the Presbyterian Caskanette, Ray Nicholson, and church on Friday. Mrs. Bill Evans volunteered to collect the offering at that service. Fees were received from Mrs. Andrew Gaunt, Mrs. Elmer King and Mrs. Wallace Conn. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Robert Ross. The leaders for that meeting are Mrs. Lloyd Murdock and Mrs. Wallace Conn, with helpers Mrs. Bill Versteeg and Mrs. Ira Wall. A Birthday Tea will be held when those having birthdays in October, November and Decem- ber are asked to bring their dona- tions as that tea was missed. Those with birthdays` in January, February and March will also contribute. • The offering was received and dedicated by Mrs. Bill Evans. Roll call'. was answered by ten, giving a verse containing the word 'crown'. Miss Annie Laid- law gave a poem "Sunshine and Music" and Mrs. King gave the closing prayer. Mrs. Wallace Conn gave the, courtesy remarks and the hostess, Mrs. Emerson, served lunch. Mrs. Family mourns passing of Mark Johnston The family of Mark Johnston is mourning his passing which occurred Saturday, February 23, at the Wingham and District Hos- pital. Mr. Johnston, a Lucknow resident, was in his 83rd year and death followed a brief illness. Born in Kinloss Township, he was a son of the late Jaynes J. Johnston and Margaret Boyle. He farmed in Kinloss until his retire- ment several years ago when he moved to the Village of Lucknow. He was a member of Kinlough Presbyterian Church. where he was a member of the session. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Conley; four daughters, Mrs. Maurice (Vera) Hodgins of London, Mrs. Percy (Jean) Deyell of Wingham, Mrs. Dbnald (Mary) Martin of East Wawanosh and Mrs. Bert (Doris) Moss of West Wawanosh; and three sons, Clifford and Lloyd of Kinloss and Wayne of Missis- sauga. Also surviving are ?A grandchildren and 1' great- grandchildren. He was pre- deceased by two sorts, Keith and Everett. Mr. Johnston was the last sur- viving member of his family. The late Mr. Johnston rested at the McKenzie Memorial Chapel, Lucknow, where service was con- ducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. by Rev. R. H. Armstrong of Wingham. Temporary entombment took place in South Kinloss Mauso- leum with spring burial in Green- hill Cemetery, Lucknow. P'aalbearers were six grand- sons, Elwood Hodgins, Tom Deyell, Bob Johnston, Jim Moss, Lennie Johnston and Wayne Martin. Floral tributes were carried by Donald Johnston, Barry Johnston, Ronnie Johnston and Craig Johnston, alta► grand - Sena of the deceased. Fordwich Mr. and Mrs. Les Watkins of Bolton were weekend visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Clare Harris. George Ashton was able to re- turn home Friday from Listowel Memorial Hospital where he had been confined for the past several weeks, suffering from a broken hip. Tom McClement and Gary McClement of Listowel visited one Way liist -week with Mr. and' Mrs. Harold Doig. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Moore at- tended the baptism of their great- granddaughter, Treena Diane, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Larry Nauman Sunday in Baden. Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Johnston were Toronto. visitors one day last week. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Armstrong visited Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. David Schneider in Kit- chener. Miss Caroline and Master Todd Mason of Listowel spent the weekend 'with their grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Johnson: Miss Pearl McMinn of Toronto spent a kw days last week with the King families and attended the funeral of Garnard King. Mr. and Mrs. Anson Ruttan and Janis visited Sunday with .Mr. and Mrs. Robert Montgomery in Wingham. The Fordwich and Newbridge Canadian Bible Society report a very successful year. Their re- ceipts were $366.18. The World Day of Prayer service will be held Friday, March 1 at 8 p.m. in Trinity Ang- lican Church' when everyone' from the neighbouring churches is invited to attend. At the morning service in Trinity Anglican church the Cubs, Brownies and Guides, with their leaders, attended in a body and were welcomed by the rec- tor, Rev. Percy Dodd whochose as his text, "On my honor I promise to do my best, to do my duty to God." Sunday and weekend guests with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brown were Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Flet- cher of Kitchener and Bill Brown of Hamilton. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Sothern, Tim and Tracy of Palmerston were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sothern. Cliff Budd is now a patient in The Village Nursing Home after being confined to Listowel Me- morial Hospital for several months. Mrs. Harold Mullen of Aylmer, Que., visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Noah Reis and with Mr, and Mrs. Ron McMichael at Wrox- Russ 'Jones made up the con- tingent for the,, .students: Mesdames Wood,' Brewster, Simpson, Edwards, Simmons and Taylor showed their physical strength for the teachers. The referees, Mr. Hunter and Mr. Campbell; were continually harassed by the "Cuties". At one point Mr. Campbell was climbing the walls, while Mr. Hunter seemed to have difficulty with his pants. "Coach" Nicholson and Wilbee were constantly being nettled by Little Susie, while a pair of green bikini panties appeared from the audience. All°of these antics and more pleased the student body with a score of 59-41 for the Cuties. -Kate Pattison DUPLICATE BRIDGE RESULTS The Howell system was used. First, Mrs. F. A. Parker and 0 Haselgrove; second, Mrs. G. Fisher and B. Ortlieb; third, Mrs. A. R. DuVal and Mrs. D. B. Por- ter. Personals the Royal York, Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Art Wells and family of London were weekend guests with Mr. and Mrs. George Ashton. Jerry Doig was able to return lynie over the weekend from Wingham and District Hospital where he had been confined for several .days. Mrs. Mary Zella Stephenson `of Allistop,and„Alex, Pri,pgleovsre married in a quiet ceremony at Allandale on Saturday, February 16. The couple will honeymoon in the Bahamas ' and reside at Downsview. .eter. , Mr. and Mrs. George Richards, Carol Anne and Jim of London were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Austin Stinson, on the oc- casion of the former's birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hunt were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Webster in Lucknow. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Harding, accompanied by Miss Susan Bridge, Howick Fair Queen, at- tended the two-day Agriculture Fair Society convention held at. Bluevale C'est la Viet On Friday, FeL ruary 15, at 7:00 p. m., I left with a group from our school to travel to Quebec City to join in their carnival festivities. After a long train ride we arrived in Quebec City late Saturday morning. Everyone convened for a meeting at the •Congress' Inn, where hotel rooms were distri- buted. We went to our rooms, . freshened up, and spent the rest of the afternoon doing what we liked. Some went to Place Car- nival, others went shopping and still others went swimming at Laval University. That evening we went to watch the parade. The parade itself was fascinating but the crowds of people and cold weather put a damper on our spirits. Along "Rue Ste-Terese", snow scultpures abounded. • Sunday morning a tour of Upper and Lower Quebec was held. Unfortunately, I missed this, due to a case of 'fatigue corps' ; that is, sleeping -in. However, those 'who did go on the tour felt it to have been charming and worthwhile. The general impression was as such. The early afternoon was a much- needed free time period. The group met at the 'Chez Guido' for a delicious French gourmet dinner. Once again, the evening was open fob optional activities, Monday morning I went on a tour of the parliament buildings. The building's exterior was very picturesque. In front of the buildings there was a huge ice castle with slides and several shops inside it. Inside the buildings, I discovered some of the most beautiful artistic works I had ever seen. These art treasures were in the forms of painting, sculptures, etc. We returned to the hotel, packed' our luggage and spent the afternoon shopping. Shoppers' Paradise was in Place Laurier, the largest shopping centre in the world. Four storeys of malls, shops and stores made spending of money easy. In the late afternoon we departed from the hotel, loading our luggage onto buses and pre- paring for the long trek home. We arrived in Wingham . around noon hour on Tuesday. I am sure that all who went enjoyed themselves thoroughly and on behalf of everyone I would like to thank Mr. and Mrs.: -Earnpee u,-- •once -,again- "Phele helpfulness and understanding were greatly appreciated. -Janice Rae Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hall and' family of Brussels spent Sunday with Mr. ,and Mrs. Gordon Hall. Mrs. J. J. Elliott spent Friday with Mr. and 'Mrs. Alex Verbeek and family of Listowel. ° Mr: and Mrs. Jack Nicholson and 'Mr. and Mrs. Morrison Shay in spent Sunday with Mr. ands. Clarence Bishop and family. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Johnston and Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Johnston were in charge of the euchre party in Bluevale Community Hall Thursday night. Those winning high prizes were Mrs. Harry Elliott and Lloyd Taylor; low lady, Mrs. Lloyd McGee; lucky draw, Charles Mathers.. The World Day of Prayer will be held March 1 at 3 D.M. in the The Howick Grapevine Valentine Assembly Howick Central's Valentine As- sembly was presented 'by Miss Amos' Room 15 on February 14. This assembly began at 9:00 o'clock, with the singing of "0 Canada", followed by the scrip- ture reading, read by Tom Mc- Caughan. The two hymns sung were "God Sees the Little Spar- row Fall" and "Jesus Bids Us Shine". Some of the pupils of Room 15 presented a play, en- titled "Sure As You're Born". "Onward Christian Soldiers" was played on the piano by Sandy Carson, and the singing of "God Save the Queen" ended the as- sembly. I'm sure Room 15 worked very. hard at this and they did a good job. --Nancy Fisher Belrnore Personals George Inglis returned home Friday from Wingham and Dis- trict Hospital. Gail Renwick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Renwick, was one of four students representing F. E. Madill Secondary School on Reach for the Top on CKNX tele- vision this past weekend. loin parting visited last week with Mr. and Mrs. Dick Marvin - and Jennifer, near Guelph. Bluevale United Church. Mrs. Wilfrid Congram of Wingham will be the guest speaker. All lad- ies of the community are cord- ially invited. Martin Haan and Doug • Camp- bell, members of Gideons In- ternational had the service in Bluevale Presbyterian. Church on Sunday. • Sunday School will begin March 3 at 10 a.m. Mission Band and.Explorers will meet the same day during the church service. Wroxeter GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL Break, set and spike was on the minds of the girls' volleyball teams as they prepared for their games. Both Seniors and Juniors travelled to Stratford North- western on Thursday, February 14. The Seniors had high hopes as they met their opponents. The match started off well, Madill winning the first game 15-3 against the host team. The next game went to Stratford but by winning the third game 15-10 we won the match. Our next match was with Seaforth. The games were very close: 16-14 and 15-13, in favour of the opposition. The Seniors tried hard and they should be congratulated on their efforts: The Juniors started off well but their luck didn't hold. Their first game was against Stratford. It ended in our favour 15-8. The next two games went to the host team with the scores 15-7 and 15-6. Not giving up, the Juniors went on to play Seaforth, when they won one game but lost the match. The girls gave it all they had and that is what counts. F. E. Madill was host to the Huron -Perth finals on Friday, February 22. Although the girls in purple and white didn't play, it was very interesting to watch. -Barb Stanley New faces For the first two weeks of February, students have been constantly seeing the faces, of student teachelrs at Madill. Mr. Mwangi, from Kenya, Africa, was working with Mr. Willis in auto mechanics; Miss J. Hamilton from the Lucknow- Amberley area was working with Mr. Bender in geography; and Mr. G. Rich, from London, On- tario, was working with Mr. Campeau in languages. 'T SENIOR BOYS' BASKETBALL In the final game of the season, Thursday, February 21, the Senior Mustangs defeated the St. Marys Red Men 76-47. The boys played good ball. Keith Raymond showed a lot of hustle and determination. 'Top scorers for Madill were Bruce Wilbee with 18 points, Terry Trotter 12 points and Ray Nicholson and Rene Caskanette with 11 points each. -Bruce Wilbee Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Nixon, Fordwich, accompanied by Mrs. George Griffith, Miss Margaret. Griffith and Jack Griffith visited with Mrs. William Locking (Gladys Griffith, Wroxeter) and family at the Needham Funeral Home in London on Sunday where the late Mr. Locking rest- ed until Monday. RBP meets in Blyth hall BELGRAVE-The regular meeting of No. 1226 R.B.P. was held in the Orange Hall, Blyth, last Tuesday evening. The sixth or Royal Green' degree was conferred on a candi- date. Those taking part were Thom- as Johnston, Alex W. Nethery, Athol Bruce, Emerson Mitchell, Robert Hibberd and Harvey Jacklin. Brownie Corner By Tracey McKay . The meeting of the Wingham Brownie Pack was held. We played games and then went into our separate groups. The sixers marked the attendance and gave the attendance to Brown Owl. The winners of the poster con- test were Dawn Wraith, Natalie Campeau, Sandra Morrison and Eileen Mahe. They received silver dollars on the television show, "East of the Sun". We sang our Brownie song and said our prayero theft we said Good-bye. 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 MIDGET HOYS' BASKETBALL On Thursday, February 21, the Madill Mustangs' midget boys met with the St. Marys' team for a very close; well -played game. Unfortunately, St. Marys de- feated the Mustangs with a final score of 40-32. High scorer for Madill was Robin Brent with 18 points. Even though they lost, the Mustangs put forth a good effort to the finish. -Cecil de Boer JUNIOR BOYS' BASKETBALL The Junior Mustangs lost a tough game to St. Marys, Thurs- day, February 21 by a score of 43- 33. SCOUTING NEWS 1 • By Bruce, Stainton To start off the meeting the flag was broken and some badges were given out. Then we broke off for dues. After that we went to work on our badges:. The boys working on the Gold ' Citizen badge taught the fpoys in the silver stage of the badge artificial respiration. Then we formed the Horseshoe to, listen to some an- nouncements. To close : the meeting the flag was lowered and the Lord's prayer was recited. trac EDITOR: Mory Lynn Ste. Marie CO-EDITOR: Kate Pattison MARY LYNN STE. MARIE Editor Student interviews Interviewer Mary MacKinnon Question: a Did you enjoy the California Cuties? What would you prefer — more of this type of performance' or our regular school dances? Why? ANSWERS: Lori Stafford 9M: They were all right. I would rather have dan- ces,though. o -o -o Leroy Drennan 10B: Yeah - I liked it! More of this type of performance — they're more interesting. 0-0-o Bob MacKenzie 11 E: Sure did. More of these performances — the dances are all right but I like a little mixture. 0-0-0 Janet Kieffer 13B: I thought it was interesting. I'd like more of this type, as the school dances usually aren't too entertaining., coo -o Leona Hogan 13B: I'm glad I snuckin, as it wasn't worth a dollar. And I don't' want to say anything about the second part. A ° Toboggan races After two weeks, the weatherman finally decided to co-operate with the Student Council, sending them as e Valentine gift suitable weather for the toboggan races. This last feature of Klondike Days '74 took place Thursday, 'February 14, with 20 toboggans entering. The race was divided into two heats with ten toboggans in each. The first heat got off to a fast start as the toboggans took off before the race was officially started. The race continued how- ever. 10 AB, pulling Mr. Farnell, showed their superiority in this heat. The second heat had a more organized start. In this race 11E, pulling Miss Nute, crossed the finish line first. Both teachers and students who participated in these races en- joyed themselves. Hopefelly this can be a regular feature of our Winter Carnival for years to come. °-Susan Underwood 4 Ken Farrish, a former F. E. Madill student, now attending " Grade 13 at Stratford Central, has won the OHA Junior 'W scoring title. He scored 33 goals and 40 assists for a total of 73 points. R. W. BELLa OPTOMETRIST • GODERICH The, Square 524.7661 owyoucan hel The Ontario Task Force on Off -Track Betting stated, in its report to the Government of Ontario in 1972, that the objectives of an. off-track betting system should be to: • suppress or, at least, reduce illegal bookmaking • providea service to the public • assist the horse racing industry • provide government revenue The Horse Racing Industry Comfnittee for -Off-Track Betting* agrees with the Ontario Task Force and believes that a good system of off-track betting would: • substantially reduce illegal bookmaking on horse racing • give the public a service that it wants • give Ontario the best thoroughbred and standardbred horse racing in the world • benefit the residents of Ontario by providing the provincial government with millions of dollars in additional tax revenue The announced policy of the Government of Ontario is tointroduce such an off-track M OMNI MIMI N M oar■ s M r N MN I would like Ontario to have a properly supervised system of off-track betting. From betting system and Ontario has requested .the co-operation of the federal government in passing legislation to facilitate the implementation of this policy. If you would like to see federal legislation passed to permit Ontario to have a properly supervised system of off-track betting, please complete the coupon which appears below and send it to the Committee at this address: The Horse Racing Industry Committee for Off -Track Betting, P.O. Box 6750, Station A, •Toronto, Ontario -M5W • 1•X5 • *The Committee consists of the following persons: Mr. Leslie Ehrlicok President, Ontario Harness Horsemen's Association Mr. Larry Regan, President, Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association Mr. Phil Sherwood, President, Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society Mr. Aime DesRosiers, Chairman of the Board, Windspr Raceway Mr. John J. 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