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Brenda (left) and Marg Dupee assist Kerrie Shepherd and Angela Nethery of the Blyth
Figure Skating Club. The Club is holding its carnival on February 22. ( Anne Narejko
photo)
HEADa-thon goals hroken
After breaking all projected goals, the
Fall 1984 MS READ-a-thon came to a close.
In Huron and Perth County, 2,330 elemenh
tary students in the 21 participating schools
read 18,861 books and raised $18,260.92 into
the research of the cause and cure of multi-
ple sclerosis. Upper Thames in Mitchell,
Blyth Elementary and St. Columban each
won a Readers Digest Atlas of Canada for
having the highest completion rate in their
school board.
Participating children collected pledges
from friends and family for each book they
read. Both the number ofschools par-
ticipating and the amount of funds raised
are up significantly from last year. Popular
music star, Michael Jackson official spon-
sor of the Multiple Sclerosis Read-a-thon,
says "It's human nature to want to help
those less fortunate than ourselves".
Donald S. Willard, Executive Director of '
the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ontario Divi-
sion, is delighted with the enthusiasm that
has been shown by 'these students. He is
quoted as saying "Multiple Sclerosis is the.
most common central nervous system
disease of Canadian young adults. Affecting
over 50,000 Canadians, it permanently
damages the central nervous system ana
has no known cause or cure. Since it strikes
during the career and family building years,
it affects families, employers and
employees alike. It costs the Canadian
economy hundreds of millions of dollars in
lost jobs, medical bills, unemployment in-
surance and social service payments. The
funds raised from Read-a-thon play an ab-
solutely crucial role in helping us fight this
disease head on".
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22
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School students assist in service
By Sheron Stadelmann
BLYTH - Due to the absence of Rev..
Bauman the service at Blyth United Church
on Feb. 17 was very capably conducted by
the staff and students of the Sunday School.
Diane Ferguson was the general leader
for the service. Leslie Phillips and Craig
Bauman led the congregation in responsve
psalm and Gayle Poore read the scripture
lesson.
The junior and intermediate choirs sang
under the leadership of Margaret Keay and
Kim Craig. Debbie Craig told the children's
story.
The morning's message ws given by
Steven Sperling. The Sunday School
superintendent emphasized the importance
and potential of children and how critical it
is that each generation tries to understand,
appreciate and respect the other.
The greeters were Mary Wightman and
Evelena Webster and the ushers were Julie
Howson, Karen Philips, Herb Shannon and
Mike McDonald.
The congregational skating party and
supper was held on Feb. 16 and was a great
success. It is hoped to make this an annual
event.
Lost Heir
Five tables of Lost Heir were .played on
Feb. 13 at the Blyth Memorial Hall with the
winners as follows: high lady, Ruth Sheild,
low lady, Edythe Snell, high man, Joe
Holmes, low man, Edgar Howett. Lost Heir
will be played next week, weather
permitting.
Euchre
Three tables of euchre were played Feb.
18 at the Blyth Memorial Hall with Len
Shobbrook, playing as a lady winning ladies'
high, Mary Shobbrook, low lady, and Rena
Watt, ladies' lone hands. Gordon Murray, of
Walton, took men's high, Ted East, low man
and Joe Holmes won men's lone hands. If
the weather permits, euchre will be played
. next week.
UCW
The new Blyth UCW afternoon unit called
the Sunshine Unit met on Feb. 14 to facilitate
communication and the operation of fund
raising projects. It is divided into two
sections.
The first section has 58 ladies involved and
the second secion has .51 ladies
participating. There are also 17 ladies
residing at Huronview who are also Blyth
United Church women.
Distinctive features at the meeting in
honor of St. Valentine were a bouquet of red
carnations and special refreshments. Cake
and ice cream was provided by Alma
Madill, Helen Gowing and Thelma Manning
and Mary Holland assisted in serving.
Dorothy Daer was in charge of devotions
and Annie Blair and Melda McElroy took
the study.
Marjorie East was the chairlady for
business. Business transacted includes the
continuance of Sunshine Bags and the
adoption of the Travelling Apron, a
successful fund raising event of last year's
Onward Unit.
Evelena Webster announced two
caterings coming soon including a dinner for
the Christian Education Department,
courtesy of Blyth UCW and the Lions' dinner
meeting.
The following are on the Sunshine Unit's
executive. The leaders are Mary Walden
and Marjorie East; Ferne McDowell,
secretary; assistant, Betty Nethery; N.
Aitken, Mary Holland and Mary Hoonard,
treasurers; Dorothy Scott, Mary Holland
and Jean Cook, funeral committee and 011ie
Craig, program.
Also on the executive are pianists, Rena
Watt, Ella Richmond and Ruby Philp;
Luella McGowan and Lenora Davidson,
correspondence secretaries; Molly Grant,
Mamie Crawford and Hannie Meier,
telephone catering committee and telephone
communication, Melda McEl_y. re_ .and
Marion Wright.
Myth Festival receives council donation
By Anne Narejko
BLYTH -. Elizabeth Herman and Lynda
Lentz came before council at their February.
meeting requesting a donation of $1,.200 for
the Blyth Festival.
Council made the motion to give the re-
quested donation to the Festival as they feel
it has "done a tremendous amount of good
for the village."
The ladies explained that their 1985 plans
are toinvest some time and money on the.
garage, located on Dinsley Street, as the
roof is leaking and it is hoped that the
garage will fit into the Festival's long range
plans.
"It is our dream to have more rehearsal
space, performing space, and storage
space. We're not looking for anything fancy,
but there is not enough space to go around,"
stated Mrs. Herman.
They also expressed a need to upgrade the
quality of rental houses which the actors
stay in.
"We need houses from mid-May to the end
of September. We are also putting out a plea
for drapes or any type of appliance...most of
the actors come from middle,. class
backgrounds and are use to middle class
comforts," explained the Festival represen-
tatives.
There are approximately 60 extra bodies
to house in the village when the Festival is in
full swing. t;
Other Donations
Council voted in favor of meeting the
Blyth Memorial Hall's request for $3,000 to
pay their expenses.
Council also granted $245 to the Lady
Diana Nursery in Vanastra. Thirteen per
cent of the costs must be raised so the
nursery for handicapped childrencan stay
in operation.
This year it will run an extra month, (from
Jan. 1 -July 31) in an attempt to help the
children maintain their skills.
The Blyth, Brussels and Belgrave School
Fair will receive $40 from the village. The
same amount has been given since 1982.
St. 'John Ainbulance, which has 4,200
volunteers who donate 650;000 hours of their
time, will get a donation of $50.
Storm forces Duff's service cancellation..
By Betty McCall
Walton Meets
WALTON - Walton 1 unit held their
February meeting at the Manse on Feb. 13.
Donations were led by Alene Dennis..
Assisting with devotions were Nita McClure
and Gloria Wilbee. Edith Wey was pianist.
for the hymns.
Rev. Swan had the Topic and showed
slides on the 30th General Council he had at-
tended last August. He also played a tape
from the meeting when Rev. Clarke
McDonald spoke.
Viola Virkley presided for the business.
Minutes were read by Audrey Hackwell,
followed by the roll call. Edith Wey reported
for Doreen. Hackwell for the treasurer's
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report.
Special events
Dates coming up are the World Day of
Prayer March 1; Pancake breakfast April 7
from 8-9:30 a.m. Thankoffering service
April 14, when Rev. and Mrs. Wittick will be
special guests.
Special plans are being made for the 60.
years church union in June and the Anniver-
sary Service in September.
The U.C.W. will supply three suppers for
the Blyth Festival - August 9 and 23. and
September 6 and Walton 1 will serve supper..
on July 19.
Rev. Swan served tea and lunch was pro-
vided by Viola Travis, Betty McCall, Lennie
dM arie Coutts.
Cancelled Church Service
Sunday morning church service at Duff's
was cancelled due to the storm that hit
about 8:30. a.m. Fortunately it did not last
long and the sun shone out at times through
the day.
Rev. Swan hopes to have Youth Sunday
next Sunday - he will get in touch with Mr.
Snell to make plans for the Walton Public
School Children choir to come this Sunday.
• Celebrates Birthday
Congratulations to Nelson .Reid who
celebrated his 89th birthday on February 16.
Several of his friends and neighbors called'
at his home during the day to extend their
• Best Wishes. Mr. Reid has lived all his life in
this area and is the oldest resident in the
Archills an village of Walton.
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per cent of total
WINGHAM - The fund-raising campaign
for the Wingham and District Hospital col-
lected an additional $14,000 during the
month of January, bringing its total very
close to $300,000.
Figures released recently show that as of
Jan. 31 the total of contributions, pledges
and lottery receipts stood at $299,657.42,
compared to $285,656.42 on Dec. 31. ,
The major differences are an increase of
about $6,000 to $75,986 in the amount raised
through the direct-mail campaign and a
similar increase to $18,000 in the contribu-
tions by foundations. Proceeds from the
hospital lottery are up by about $1,000 to
$16,988.
The money raised to date represents
about 75 per cent of the campaign goal of
$400,000 for the hospital building project.
The total includes $61,766 received from cor-
porations and service organizations, while
campaign expenses paid to date amount to
just under $9,000.
Talton man
club president
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Terry Smith of R.R. 1, Walton, is the new
president of the Huron County 4-H leaders'
association.
He was elected at the association's annual
meeting in Holmesville of Feb. 12 and takes
over from Les Falconer of R.R. 5, Clinton.
Other executive members include first Ai
vice-president Dianne Oldfield of R.R. 4,
Seaforth, second vice-president Lila Rintoul
of R.R. 2, Lucknow and secretary -treasurer
Mary DeBoer of Exeter.
Usually directors are chosen from each of
the commodity groups, but this year six
directors "at -large" were elected. They are
Alan Powe of R.R. 2, Centralia, Adriaan
Brand of R.R. 2, Crediton, Ken Ramsey of
R.R. 3, Blyth, Donna Hayden of R.R. 3,
Goderich, Sandra Turner of R.R. 1, Varna
and Bev Van Neinhuys of R.R. 2, Bayfield.
A ministry of agriculture and food
employee and 4-1-1 club leader, Myra Ryan
of Markdale stressed the importance of
volunteer people in the 4-H program.
Huron County's 4-H co-ordinator Karen
Rodman said Ms. Ryan's talk provided a
motivation for the leaders.
"And 4-H is a people's program," she em-
phasized.
The leaders will hold their annual kick-off
in Holn'resville on March 12 at 7 p.m.
Leaders will receive kits of information for
their programs.
Other events coming up this year include
the judging competition in Clinton on May
25, a Reach for the Top competition in
August which follows a skit competition in
July.