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Clinton News-Record, 1987-02-11, Page 12Page 12—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1987 fell�wship andFriendsh Huronview folk hunt for toothbrushes HURONVIEW - On February 2, activities got off to a different beginning in the form of a scavenger hunt. Small articles such as'a toothbrush, shoelaces were hidden in various plhces throughout Huronview. It was an exciting time for awhile as residents scurried off in all directions, seeking the buried treasure. There was a prize for the couple who returned to the hall first with the loot. The winners were Gordon and Edna Murray. The Help Us Grow group with Evelyn and Gayle met for their weekly session on February 3. After the usual games, everyone gathered around the long table. With all the ingredients for shortbread in front of them, very busy hands got to work measuring, mixing, cutting and the final process of baking. It was a bit messy at first but everything turned out beautifully at the end. These delicious cakes will be served on Friday at Vanastra Public School, where HUG is having a St. Valentine Party. Weekender Ladies' Wear in charge of Cheryl McLeod set up shop in the auditorium for a display of ladies' clothing. There were several racks featuring coats, dresses in fashionable style and eolor. It was an opportunity for residents and staff' to purchase an entire wardrobe, or something for a special day. Exercises to music is a popular activity which takes place in the auditorium, under the direction of Cathy Dallas. The ladies are really enjoying this period of relaxation. Rev. John Pluta conducted Roman Catholic Mass in the chapel on Friday morn- ing. There was an excellent display of homemade cakes and all beautifully decorated. Those people who were so generous in supplying the cakes were Mae Sager, Isabel Bernard, Corinne Van- miltenberg, Sharon White, Eleanor Falconer, Pauline Gulutzen and Velma Naylor. These ladies are all Huronview staff members with the exception of Velma Naylor who is a resident. The cakes baked in various shapes were judged for originality and those who won the contest were 1st prize Isabel Bernard, 2nd Eleanor Falconer and 3rd was Velma Naylor. The cakes were cut and served to the residents with a cup of tea. Thanks to the ladies who baked these tas- ty and delicious cakes which were enjoyed ' as an afternoon snack. Sunday morning worship was held in the chapel conducted by Rev. David Snihur. The choir sang "Spirit of God". The Residents' Council purchased vene- tian blinds for the windows in the auditorium. The blinds are excellent in shut- ting out the sunlight when movies and slides are being shown. On Thursday afternoon, 18 residents at- tended the Clinton Public School and were guests of the students of Grade 8, for. a pro- gressive euchre party. Also in attendance were several well-known people from Clin- ton. The pupils have been learning the art of euchre in their recess time. Prizes were given to the winners. After the games, fruit bread, cheese and coffee were served. Thanks to the students and teachers for pro- viding such an entertaining afternoon, much enjoyed by the visitors. More than 95 young people and senior citizens took part in the euchre party, held at Clin- ton Public School. Bill Roloson, Lynn Russell, Clayton Steels and Gordon Murray en- joyed that afternoon's entertainment. The card party was hosted by the Grade 8 students. (Shelley McPhee Haist photo) Planning a funeral - sorority learns how Former Clintonian dies CLINTON - The members of XI Epsilon Beta of Beta Sigma Phi met at the home of Mary Marsh on January 27. Guest speaker Michael Falconer gave a comprehensive talk on •all aspects of plann- ing a funeral. He began by explaining how one spends three years in becoming a funeral director. He went on to list the infor- mation' needed in preparing for a funeral This includes the full name of the deceased, social insurance number, birth place, parent's names and birthplaces, pallbearers, minister, and consent for em- balming as well as other details. Prearranged funerals allow a person to plan and pay in advance for his or her own funeral thus making it easier for survivors SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED OVER 60 YEARS 1 Clinton Area MICHAEL FALCONER 153 HIGH STREET. CLINTON 482-9441 Goderich Area ROBERT McCALLUM 11 CAMBRIA ROAD, GODERICH 524_7345 - Cremation is becoming more popular especially in urban areas where burial plots are expensive and difficult to obtain. Every member of the immediate family must agree before cremation can take place. Even if a person is cremated a casket is nescessary. There is a wide range of caskets from cloth covered to metal or wood. An outer casket is also needed and there are dif- ferent types of these as well. Each funeral home is required to display at least 10 dif- ferent caskets. Mr. Falconer shows 14 models. The members of the chapter found Mr. Falconer's talk very enlightening and most felt better prepared to deal with planning a and don't know which way to turn, call funeral in their own families. The social committee reported on plans for the meeting on february 10. It will be a social to which those from the Ritual of jewels chapter who are eligible to progress to the Exemplar are invited. The members were reminded of the skating party the other chapter is hosting on February 16. Judy Stuart reported on plans for the Ken, Whitely children's concert the chapter is sponsoring on April 4. A vote was taken to decide whether to con- tinue honoring a member of the chapter each year or to choose a woman from the community for a First Lady Award. It was decided to do the latter. Xail 6S galcaneA FUNERAL HOME LTD. M S Falcone) 153 HIGH STREET CLINTON 482.9441 C.D. Denomme BOX FUNERAL CHAPEL 47 HIGH STREET SEAFORTH Churcl 3t. Andrew's Presbyterian Church MINISTER eo Ro,'o'.hv.y Si f rh,,'on ORGANIST Rev. William M. Barber, Charles Merrill SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1S 10 00 A,M Divine Worship 8 Sunday School Nurser Facilities Provided Christian Reformed Church 243 Princess Si., E. Clinton Sunday, February 15 Rev Homer Somplonius 10 a.m. Worship Service' 3:00 p.m. Worship Service All Visitors Welcome MINISTER Ontario Street [Tutted Church los Ontario St., Clinton, Ont. ORGANIST RA,' Gould J. Womdbll• B.A.. M.®IV. Look= McGregor SUNDAY FEBRUARY 15 11 a m Church Worship 11 a m Church School Continuing film Series at 8 00 p m this week 'Preparing for Adolesce,ue The Origin of Self Doubt" 5 Ida Martin A former Clinton resident, Ida Martin of Maple Grove Lodge in . oderich died at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich on February 1. She was 86. Mrs. Martin lived in Clinton for more than 35 years. She nursed at the Clinton Public Hospital and was a member of Ontario - Street United Church. Born just outside .of Clinton, in Tuckersmith Township, on April 1, 1900, Mrs. Martin was the daughter of John Ed- win Ball and Selena Crich. Mrs. Martin's education and career plan- ning included her training to be a registered nurse at the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich. She was married to the late Clayton Or- ville Martin. Following their marriage, the Martins moved to Engelhart where Mr. Martin was employed as a teacher. From Engelhart they moved to Kitchener where he taught and Mrs. Martin nursed in the Kit- chener Hospital. She was also a member of the Elite Club, an adult Bible study group associated • with the Zion Church in Kit- chener, which met at the Granite Club in Kitchener. In 1949 the Martins returned to Huron County,'moving to Clinton, where Mrs. Mar- tin continued her nursing career at the local hospital until her retirement. In 1985 Mrs. Martin sold her Rattenbury Street West home in Clinton to Garry Merner and she moved to Maple Grove Lodge in Goderich where she resided until the time of her illness, which admitted her into hospital. Mrs. Martin is survived by one daughter Mildred I Mrs. Murray 'Taylor I of Wingham. She is also survived by one niece and by several cousins. A sister, Pamela I Mrs. Frank Nott I of Riverview, Michigan also survives Mrs. Martin. She was predeceased by two brothers, Oscar and Clarence Ball. Funeral and conunittal services were held at the Ball and Falconer Funeral Horne in Clinton on February 4, with interment at the Exeter Cemetery. Rev. ])avid Woodall of Ontario Street Church officiated. He was assisted -by Rev. James Bechtel of Wesley Willis United Church, Clinton. Rev. Bechtel knew the Martins when they resided in Kitchener. Toboggan party fun CLINTON - Food, fun and fellowship were the order of the day on Sunday afternoon, February 1, as the children and adults of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church enjoyed a toboggan party at Brown's Hill, returning to the church for hot dogs and hot chocolate. Enough snow and sunshine made the day a happy one. Monday evening, February 2, the annual meeting was held in the Church Hall with a good representation from the congregation in attendance. Rev. William Barber chaired the meeting and opened with Scripture from 1 Samuel 3:1 - 10. Mrs. Joyce Jenkins acted as secretary. Trustees for the next year are, E:Iva Mutch, Helen Cooper and Verna Morgan. Memorial Fund treasurer is Mrs. Cooper. The Board of Managers consisting of -Wynne Homuth, Secretary; Clarence Neilans, chairman; Mabel Harvey, Edwin Zeale, Frank Cook, Orval Ternan, Cam Mac- Donald, Tom Morgan. this year added Mary Ann Chambers and Raymond Hoggarth. Miss Harvey has given 13 years of con- tinuous service to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church as church treasurer. Her duties were always very capably and thoughtfully carried out. Miss Harvey has resigned this position. Mrs. Chambers has agreed to be Church treasurer, assisted by Faye MacKay. Mr. Ternan chaired the portion of the meeting relating to the Board of Managers 1987 Budget. Rev. Barber informed those present of Congress '87 being held in Winnipeg this year, May 15-18 at the University of Manitoba. Anyone wishing to attend and represent the local congregation was invited to seek further information. The visitation committee was again asked to prepare for Fall '87 visitation. The visiting carried out in the Fall of '86 was well received and the committee is looking forward to this pleasant experience again this Fall. Future expenditures include the installa- tion of a new heating system, A striking committee for 1988 was set up and it consists of Mrs. Percy MacDonald, Mrs. Homuth and Bob Morgan. The business being completed. Charles Fee thanked the minister and the meeting closed with Rev. Barber offering a prayer. UCW hear of island vacation CLINTON - Helen Treaartha was the special guest speker at the February meeting of the Ontario Street United Women's Evening Unit. Mrs. Trewartha and her husband Ross travelled to the, Dominican Republic in November. The warm tropical island is located next to Cuba. Mrs. Trewartha said that there is 60 per cent unemployment and many people who live on the isaldn are poor. She conclud- ed by saying that the Dominican Republic is a lovely place to visit, hut she was happy no to live there. Some 30 women attended the UCW meeting. Helen Aiken, .Jackie Archibald. Nancy Turner and ()live Johnson led in the devotions which focussed on the topic For The New Year." It was reported that again in the 1986 pen- ny collections, those with names beginning with the letters A to .J won. As a result, the names K to Z will supply the food for the an- nual pot luck supper to he held at the February 2.3 meeting. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Members learned that 71 hospital calls and 48 home visits had been made since the last meeting. The Evening Unit will sponsor a card par- ty on March 9 at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. PRYDE MONUMENTS Personally Crafted Memorials Shop, Showroom and Display 293 Main Street, hexer. NOM 150 Pryde Monuments is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Stevenson as memorial counsellor for Goderich, Blyth, Lucknovv, Kin- cardine and surrounding areas. 15% Discount on all Purc hases offer good only until lan. 31/87 Our Work Has Our Personal Guarantee Serving Huron & Surrounding Area Since 1919 h e the privilege of serving youwii'h your rnemoriii needs. 1' SY CE UNE After hours (evenings 5 $ 014 meads):