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Wingham Advance-Times, 1980-12-23, Page 8: • , • "1: e • . „ • • •., )-) • • t Vance -Times Christmas Story Contest Th ere By Andy Eskerod Grade 7, Wingham Public School "Tonight is Christmas Eve," sang young Wilbert joyously. "Go to sleep," mumbled his sister. But Wilbert didn't want to go to sleep. In fact he had been awake for the past half hour thinking about Christmas. He was just bursting — he couldn't wait. But you will have to un- derstand that Wilbert is only six. He just turned six last week, if my memory serves me right. Anyway he was in the swing of opening presents and he couldn't wait until the next day. Across town another small boy was thinking the exact same thing, but he wouldn't dare ask for half the things Wilbert was wishing for.' You see, this boy, David; was four and a half and his daddy didn't make very much money. David knew his father worked in a department store running the elevator. Sometimes he would take his son with him to the store and he enjoyed very much looking as all the toys, but he knew he would not be receiving any from this store at least -- they were all above twenty dollars. He was quite content, however, just to look at them and admire them because he knew, even at his age, that the meaning of Christmas was not to receive gifts but to be happy, and he and his small family were very happy. He too understood that it was December twenty - fourth but it would be just lik• -•slay to him —; the same old routine — ezeCptbIth4y was taking him to see Santa Claus, the realsiNeS a Claus! Tide he had looked forward to for w still now the day was here. He too was very ex in a different way from Wilbert because for„-,setS0Aboy , out off the few things that made his ChristMaafiappy, Santa Claus was on the top of his list. Hehed heaetteo much about him from his parents but now he could,: :•:• him for him- self. He and his father got all Melt* to walk to the store. It was a cold day but it wasn't stso , six blocks to the store but they die tJIfiid. They en- joyed listening to the snow cru :underfoot, the wind sighing lazily. Finally theyerifvell..it was a large building but old and soon would 4y...0o be torn down and the father would have to filida00ther job, but until then he wasn't worried. He was 174,ftneenough money to keep his family going and getting,: a bit extra in tips this time of year. But he had been welting late trying to make just enough motley to get L04 youpgster some- thing he would really like for Christmas, the youngster who was very eager to get inside. His father gave a quick chuckle as he looked down at the child, jumping around to keep, warm and pleading repeatedly, "Can we go in now? Please, Daddy.” So they entered and his father told hitie•there he could fmd Santa Claus and told him he wOuld be right along. on and set off It was a good t Deiore. ile was -Hevora w�nderfully floppy bat with a !Mow -white WOW e endwhlch jiggled when he ia4hed, great red soft Welded his 'wonderful white ermine en top.of his boots. And to top it all with a golden int441_ was sthwg AndWitherj:tres thee,‘*:, Santa's knee telling hmi what 1Wrea Y•yOnted4,)1,bitzat soon as Santa saw the fascinatedboy staring at him, he whispered some- . thing to Wilbert and he slidrif, Santa then proceeded to inform David that it was his turn. "Me?" he asked hesitantly. - "Yes, you," said the giant, lifting the child to his knee. Gee whiz, thought David. Santa Clanwants to talk to me! ' "And what would you like for Christmas?" the deep voice inquired: 'fast then David's father appeared. In with that .) a 'mints and the .a shiny black belt Omit his midsection. - `tlino#04 "Yes he has b�enve "Thenlshall tt:Seil!criell4n4dYdwit*faflatber.daheavebeaetthe dand son wove t. mustwelt, 0•4? babies believe in Santa - face and was *WOO: "He really believes Wilbert, proud 04e: his: own knout faattint:10,.._..19):1101W4!: he - knew father was the department St,ore pan , He knew that his father was also the ateretnana' Again, be was proud of his self knowledge. But who do rip think was more fortunate? ,• Wilbert in all his superior' knowledge and toys, or •David, Who get -to see Santa Claus and feel the real, meaning of ,Chrintmas? 'of • Wishing you thick slices of merrithent and a souffle of happy memories, served with our thanks and appreciation. The Management and Staff Maitland Restaurant and Tavern siNgoifit etootIngs to the people of tileInghoin on d surrounding mom UCW elects officers GORRIE — Mrs. Alex Taylor and Mrs. A. L. Stephens conducted the wor- ship period when the Gorrie United Church Women met for their Christmas meeting. An impressive candle lighting ceremony was held and familiar carols were sung. Mrs. Taylor explained the country of origin of the carols which were sung and Mrs. Robert Strong sang a solo 'The Huron Carol', which is. Canadian in origin. Mrs. Sheldon Mann acted as pianist. The business period was conducted by the president, Mrs. Strong. Mrs. Lloyd Jacques gave the financial report, showing gratifying returns from the fowl supper and bazaar. The highlight of the evening was the installation of officers for 1981. Mrs. Bruce Robertson presented the report of the nominating committee, and the past president, Mrs. Bill Nay, installed the new officers. The officers for 1981 are: Mrs. Bill Nay, past president; Mrs. Robert Strong, president; Mrs. Robert Harper, first vice president; Mrs. Wesley Ball, second vice president; Mrs. Robert Gibson,recording secretary; Mrs, Melville Dennis, corresponding and press secretary. Members ,servin,g on the Christmas party GOftRIE • — The Gerrie United Church -.,Stmday School- Christmas party was held in the .Sunday School room on Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. with about 4Oattending. Mrs. Melville Greig showed two films, `The First' Christmas' and 'Clem the Clumsy Camel'. The children sang 'Christ for Me' and 'Joy Bells', accompanied on the piano by Kendra Robertson. 'Happy Birthday' was sung to Valerie Brewer and Jason Dickert, who were seven and six years old that day, and also Happy Birth- daY'. te4eAW, • Mrs. James Sclief ter accompanied on the ante - harp while they Sang Away In A Manger',,,`O Christmas Treeand ft Guiles, Were played " and refrestintints and treats enjoyed, under this a4Pan- vision of Mrs. Robert -Har- per, the superintendent and. the teachers, Mrs. James Schefter, Mrs. William Price, Mrs. Dennis Mrs. 'Wesley Ball and Susan Mann and Margaret Thorn- ton. • various 'cOmmittees are: church in Seeley, Mrs. Alex.. Taylor and • Mrs. A. L. Stephens; supply and welfare, Mrt;Sheidon Mann,. Mrs. Ronald Mann, Mrs. Robert-Elschner. and Mrs. Harold Ilyndman;com- munity friendship, Mrs. Harold . Robinson, Mrs. Robert Hastie, Mrs. IrVing Toner, Mrs:. Bill Nay, Mrs. Wayne.Stewart; stewardship and finance, Mrs. Lloyd Jacques (treasurer), Mrs, • Allan Hynd.man, and Mrs. Ronald Marin; World Ouqeach, Margaret, Dane and Mrs. Melville, Dennis; clu4stian develop- ment, Mrs.- Raymond Gowdy, Mrs. Melville Greig, and Mrs.- Clifton Coulter; representing the board 'of stewards:: . Mrs. Robert Strong; ,manse committee, Mrs. Norman- Fairies, Mrs. Lionel Johnston, Mrs. Robert Hnstie and -Mrs. , James Wylie; • Cater-inc.,' Wis.:, 1.1titne Mann, Mrg. 'Robert Gibson, Mrs: Alin Grainger,. Mrs. Lionel Johnston, and Mrs. ' James Schefter; memorial fund, Mrs. ,Lloyd Jacqiies; nominating, Mrs. Jack Ferguson and ,Mrs. ,William Behrns; • - Auditrirs, :Mrs. Allan Hyddinan, . Mrs. -Ronald Mann,; unit leaders for unit 'one, Mrs. Norman Fairies; for unit two, Mrs. Alexander Taylor; unit three, Mrs. Gerald Galbraith; unit four, Mrs. George 'brown; unit five, Mrs. Melville Greig. May all our friends and neighbors savor the quiet contentrnent of Christmas spent with those they love. Best Wishes in the New Year In 1 make McMaster Insurance Agency your one for the road. Ariettriedirar McMaster Insurance Agencies Wingharn, Ont. 327 Josephine St SHOES Gorrie WI buys new street signs GORRIE — On Dec. 17 the Gorrie Women's Institute andguests enjoyed a delici?us buffet pot' luck,. linicheort at , noon in the Gorrie Town Hall. - • The ladies repeated the, 'Institute Grace', ledby Mrs. Alex Graham before par- taking of the many varied dishes provided by the members. Following the dinner Mrs. Graham chaired a short business meeting, opening with the Ode and the Collect. As the roll call was called each memberintroduced her guest or guests, and gave a thought, on Christmas. The treasurer; Mrs. Robert Gibson, reported on the most successful catering project done -when the In- stitute providd the, Christ .- s evening. T ex ; itor, the !Wtonetnt geereatiOn Beard. She spoke also of -the new %Ohtmg......,,,,..demenensmatiftlettlitetBatattiattemedr street signs which the In- stitute had purchased and which installation by 'the Towniiiin, Works Depart- ment was much appreciated. The tree lights, owned by the Institute, provided a bright decoration,in the village. A program of Christmas carols, led by Mrs. Alvin Mundell and Mrs. Jack Ferguson with Mrs. Wilbur Hogg at the piano, were enjoyed and guests and members each received a gift from -the lighted Christ- mas tree. Grcit rrie Sunday visitois with Mr. and 'Mrs. Edgar Dane were Mrs. M. Taylor and Mr. and P&s,,. Ivan Dane, also Mr. and Kevin Stuart and '11$••Fhe s•firat, • 4,- kERRY Irtristmas- e that* you for your • patronage and hope you will be surrounded: by good fortune through thii fesOve season: ROSS ANDERSON: itgrawar. and ow* BELGRAVE ONTARIO , We're thankful for your patronagand we hope you'll continue to rely on us! Staff and Management 'at FROSTY QUEEN 1 • . . . nay Peace dwell within your hearts bringing bduntiful joy to you and yours this most beautiful of seasons . . .- Christmas. 'BURKE Electric 7: a Electrical Supplies - Service Wingham APPLIANCE SALES ANI) SERVICE 357-2450 \s:....Where Service Sells and Quality Telli" hough times may ever change, replacing old customs with .new, one thing that will never change is our warm wish to you... 4., Thanks to all for Your Warm Friendship and Patronage... Merry Christmas Audrey Currie & The Staff The Waxworks Bo) ; • .f t, , t f