Loading...
The Goderich Signal-Star, 1977-03-03, Page 31Mit. -84 rERS :RS 'ASH SER ale: •v lopment theme ungry feed emselves ty million people in are seriously un- shed." "Let the themselves." like a callous an- e tragic statement, th statements come same source - five denominations. planation is that the an, Lutheran, terian, Roman and United Churches e that giving a far- ck of rice or wheat is e stop -gap. But him better methods g and helping him to self-sufficient is a benefit. e churches have Just their seventh an- nt campaign for evelopment and ith the hope of a combined total of eight and nine oliars. (The 1976 ;7,185,000.) mpaign theme, "Let feed themselves", illustrates the conviction of .the sponsors that people of the poor nations should not be left to their oWn inadequate devices but must be given the means by which . they can overcome their poverty. Each congregation or. parish of the participating, denominations has been sent ' 1 a kit of resource material to help in studying the needs of overseas countries. Through their contributions they can become involved in leader- ship training and such projects as dry -land farming, irrigation, 'the upgrading of livestock, the extension of agricultural training, loans for farm improvement and education and nutrition. For urban dwellers in need of help there are models for training in wage-earning skills and self-help programs in which they,. discover for themselves that community problems can be solved only by community action. Paul Murphy ...Tiger Dunlop Brenda Bolton ..Bigfoot Connie Baer ... Ambitions Marie Bolton ... Canada 0 on to next level The annual public speaking contest sponsored by Legion Branch 109 Goderich was held in the Jubilee room of the Branch on Tuesday, February 22 before an audience estimated at 200 people. Eighteen students from five schools competed in the contest this year. Schools represented were Colborne Central Public, Robertson Memorial Public, Victoria Public, St. Mary's Separate School, and Goderich Collegiate. The contest attracted eight con- testants in the Junior elementary division, six in the senior elementary division and four students at the secondary level. Convener of the contest was Comrade Bert $uch, Citizenship chairman of Branch 109 and the judges were Norm Pickel, Jim Kinkaid, and the Rev. C.S. Day. Winners in the Junior elementary division were Paul Murphy, Tim Frit- zley and Ann Shannahan; in the senior elementary Brenda Bolton, Melanie Dustow and Michele Harris; at the secondary junior level, Connie Baer and Darryl Kloeze, senior level Marie Bolton and Shari Freeman. The top four winners move on to the Clinton zone finals. Musical sermon at North Street Sunday Worshippers at North Street United Church, will be treated to a musical "ser- mon" next Sunday morning at 11 a.m. "It's Cool in the Furnace", is a musical presentation by the Junior Choir and Goderich Teen Tones, both under the direction of Irla Stewart. Both choirs have been rehearsing since January and Mrs. Stewart feels they are ready. The musical, composed by Beryl Red ,and Grace Hawthorne tells the story of Daniel and his three friends; Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in a new way. The music has a wide range of styles. Some songs are reminiscent of Gilbert and Sullivan, others are folk style and still others are rock. Rob Bundy and Phil Main are very effective in their portrayal of King portrayal of King Nebuchadnezzar and Daniel. The choirs and actors are supported by a wide variety of , musicians; Paul Howe, piano accompanist; Paula Butler, violin; Gary Peters, flute; Ron Butler, Elizabeth and Ernie McMillan, trumpet. and .Tohn Scaman, percussion. "We think the presentation has appeal for all ages and hope you will tell your friends and come to hear and see our story of Daniel and his friends, who because of their faith in God, were Cool in the Furnace, said Mrs. Stewart. Some tickets still available for CountryPl�yhouse dinner,ball Bill Brady, well-known radio personality of CFPL, will head up an exciting list of activities for the Playhouse Benefit Dinner Dance on March 5. Final preparations were reviewed Saturday by the Playhouse Board. In the dinner department, Leo Morningstar, Manager of the Village Inn, is seeing to the five course dinner which includes a liver pate being prepared by the head chef at London's Wellington Restaurant;" Russian -style Beef Stroganoff with' wild rice, French beans Almon - dine, topped off with com- plimentary wines will complete the main course. This will be followed by dessert cheeses and English trifle. In the entertainment area, George Murray, Patty Gail and Peter McConnell, members of the Toronto Smile Company, will be on hand to provide . a brief musical review. James Murphy will an- nounce the line-up of plays for the new season and present some special Beaux -Art Awards. Hosting the evening will be Past Chairman, Bill Cochrane and Mrs. Cochrane of Goderich, and Vice - Chairman Bill Amos and Mrs. Amos of Parkhill. Guests of Honour will be Middlesex M.P. Mr. Larry Condon and Mrs. Condon. A limited number of tickets remain and should be pur- chased in advance of the event. Tickets available at the Playhouse office, 238-8387. The event is being held at the Ausable Centre, Grand Bend. 1st quilt The Nile United Church Women meeting was held in the basement of the church Thursday, February 17 after the congregational meeting. Eight members and one child were present. Mrs. Charles Johnston,° president, was in charge. It was decided to try to get someone to fix the church doors. The ways and means to raise some money were discussed. The March meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Elwin Feagan March 10 at which time a quilt will be started. ITS GNN& 'YE71,1 TNE, RUNABOUT SEE US -TIPiE CAUSE WE'LL FIGURE CUT "State Farm has LIFE insurance, too! Call me for details:' Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. "ate Farm ,,te insurance compen, r. Me.10 Dn ( e �..vn. ontrt,c LEISURE WORLD SUNCOAST MALL Goderich FOR FAMILY READING CENTRE FOR THE LATEST AND BEST MAGAZINES PAPER BACKS CHILDREN'S BOOKS • Unique Modular 4 construction—leading the industry in reliability, excellence of color reception and low cost in-home service. • 26 inch Color Picture Tube—greater viewing enjoyment with giant screen impact. • 100% Solid State circuitry—for unmatched reliability. • Autocolor—no fussing, automatically controls three independent operations with a touch of your finger. • One year full warranty on all parts and labour for greater confidence. • Siooth gliding castors are fitted for easy moving. IAT rE THE OXFORD 20P007 Z0" COLOR TV duty characterizes this smart. emporary styled sat with metal` Ind walnutvinyl finish. Totally n atic one button tuning . with "Ip -UMW picture 'tube. This . tit Ms an earhene jack for silent THEGREENWICH26P467 26" COLOR TV Stately Mediterranean styled full length console. The distinctive bevelled top combined with the moulded side panels and full base rail completes the elegant appearance of this set. Cabinet con- structed of Hardwood solids and finished in veneers of Natural Canadian Walnut. The lines of this Transitional Console styling will enhance your home as a fine piece of furniture. Bevelled mouldings, decorative base rail and walnut grained vinyl covered hardwood solids finish. Every fagof the Mediterranean styling is striking in 'detail. the clean, esthetic lines are enhanced in solid hardwood'veneers of , �naturet Canadian walnut, with fall tiered'