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Wfi I 10 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, December 3,1986 1-.&ÊÎ Hemcastle 3niiepenhent : *: wi Editors: Hazel and Jack Crago Telephone 987-4201 Happenings in Hampton and Area #■ As you get busy making preparations for the Christmas season take a little time out to make this a joyous occasion for everyone. For people without families, the shut-ins and the sick, this season can be very depressing. If you know anyone in this situation drop them a line, phone or if possible visit with them. A special celebration is being planned for Edith and Laverne Clemens on the occasion of their 50th Anniversary. The family are honoring them with a come and go tea in the C.E. Wing.of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart '.'Wood, Orono, were Sunday evening supper guests of his (mother, Mrs. Gladys Wood. -'V, Last Monday Mrs. George 1 Allin entertained the ladies of the Euchre Club. On Saturday evening Mrs. .Marlene Murray, of .Frankford, visited Mrs. Nel- 'lie Spencer. After a ten-day visit in Ontario, Ontario, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon ■ Kellam, of Burnaby, British • Columbia, returned home. on Tuesday. They visited her sister, Mrs. Elizabeth \~Skelding, and other relatives. relatives. On Sunday, Mrs. Kathleen Kimball, Mrs. Lena Graham, Mrs. Helen Nesbitt and Mrs. Margaret Rudman, all of Newcastle, Mrs. Doris Trimble and Mrs. Isobel Harris of Bowmanville, were supper guests of Mrs. Jean Cochrane, Bowmanville. Bowmanville. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wade, of Oshawa, were Sunday dinner dinner guests of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wade. Sunday evening visitors with the Wades were Mr. and Mrs. Don Hall and Mr. and Mrs. D. Wittay of Belleville. Belleville. Many thinking people are pre-arranging funerals Atquiettimes, along with their own private thoughts, many people --both young and elderly --are making the sensible decision to pre-arrange theirfuneral. Their wishes are made known well before time of need, removing stress from surviving relatives. Call or write for our selection of brochures on the various aspects of funerals and pre-planning. Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home 53 Division Street BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 2Z8 Phone 623-5668 Mrs. Pauline Storks attended attended two Ganaraska functions functions last week, Forest Study Review Committee meeting on Wednesday and on Thursday Information, and Education Rubber Boot Tour of eroded areas etc. Birthday greetings to Cliff Flintoff, Bill Lake, Peter Lake, Helen Harris, Douglas Douglas Rowe, and Ruby Brunt. Anniversary wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Newton Selby who will soon observe thirty-two years of wedded bliss! Mrs. D. Coulter, Down- sview, accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Harley Sherman and Donald, ofBeeton when they visited on sunaay wnn Miss. Dorrene Powell and Flloyd, Lakeshore. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Powell Powell were Sunday lunch and dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Hunt, Russell and Grayden, of Pontypool. On Saturday evening Mr. and Mrs. Bill Storks were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Lee, of Oshawa, for dinner at Northumberland Heights. On Friday Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crago, accompanied by Miss. Dorrene Powell, enjoyed the day with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Murray, Frankford. Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Murray, Murray, Oshawa, visited on Sunday Sunday with his mother, Mrs. Ruby Murray. Last Friday Mr. and Mrs. George Buckley visited Mrs. Doris White, Toronto. Last Wednesday Mrs. Madeleine Buckley, Mrs. Thelma Gilbank and Mrs. Betty Blaker attended the OASWT luncheon at Pickering Pickering United Church. We extend congratulations congratulations to Ray and Dorothy Stapleton, who celebrated their 25th jwedding anniversary anniversary at Newcastle Community Community Hall on Friday evening, November 28. On Sunday Bill and Hilda Call entertained in honour of their daughter Lynda's birthday. Enjoying this special birthday celebration celebration were Lynda's family, husband Glen and children Jan and Ryan, of Newton- ville, Keith Call of Oshawa, Corey Call and Marilyn, Blackstock, Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Farrow, Newton- ville, Mr: and Mrs. Jim Dil- worth and girls, Enniskillen. Enniskillen. Toms IGA enjoyed their staff party at Port Darlington Darlington Marina on Saturday evening. About twenty-five attended. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Murray Murray and Colleen, of Frankford were week-end visitors with her father Mr. Arthur Bedwin and brother Fred. ly with his mother, Mrs. Freu. MIDWAY MIDWAY MIDWAY MIDWAY MIDWAY 1 vtidiEv . • 3 -1 ' ■ I *A>-' **3 MIDWAY MOTORS 1300 Dundas St. E., Whitby 668-6828 A- i; 1i:, § Q DURHAM REGION'S No. IJMPORr TRUCK DEALER %' MIDWAY MIDWAY MIDWAY MÏdWAÏ MIDWÀY ^ .. , , - . . , . \ ' \ ••; : Girl Guide News Last Wednesday the following following were enrolled as Guides; Lindsay Foote, Crystal White, Lynette Har- vie, Tara Garnier, Leeanne Tressider, Lisa Virtue, Allison Allison McManus, Barbara Metcalf, Metcalf, Melissa Wilson, and Shannon Holmes. District Commissioner, Mrs. Betty Hammon, presented the girls with their enrollment pins. Parents and invited guests enjoyed cake and tea served by hostesses Sherry Wright, Danielle Donald, Angie Dumachel, and Andrea Chinn. United Church News The first Sunday of Advent Advent was.observed at Newcastle Newcastle United Church on Sunday, November 30,1986. The reading for the lighting of the first Advent candle was done by Mrs. Jo-Anne Smithson, and her daughter Victoria lit the purple candle. candle. The choir sang a beautiful beautiful anthem, Where He Leads Me, I Will Follow. The following members were received into the church, Mrs. Brenda Henderson, Henderson, Mrs. Elsie Fisk, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Taylor, and Mrs. Linda Moore. The scripture readings were given by Mr. David Rickard. Reverend Donald Stiles delivered delivered the Communion Meditation, Prepare the Way of the Lord. An advent workshop followed the service. service. The Trillium Unit of the UCW meets at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, at the home of Annabelle Rickard. Rickard. The Sunshine Unit meets on Monday evening, December 8. The Sacrament of Holy ^Baptism willxbe celebrated von Sunday, :; I)ecember 7. Please support the Youth • Club in their, Rock : a-thon tiegtiSàturdatfftoècemberG." -- «Ü- * *2 White Gift Sunday will be observed on Sunday, December December 14. St. George's News On Sunday, November 30th, the flowers above the Altar were to the Glory of God and in loving memory of George and Constance Farncomb, placed there by their daughter, Connie Robson Robson and family. Prayer for Lighting of Advent Advent Candle. Our Father, we pray for all in the world who are unhappy, unhappy, or who do unkind things. We thank you that we know that Jesus said, Be not afraid, and Love one another, as your Father in heaven loves you. Help us to spread this Good News for Jesus sake. Amen. St. George's ACW meets on Wednesday evening, December December 3rd at Lynn Love- kin's. Please bring your toy and gift wrap for the annual Toy Shower for Downtown Churchworkers Association. Association. Bring three dozen cookies for the cookie exchange and a container in which to take home your cookies. If you need directions or a ride be at the Parish Hall at 7:15 p.m. The Parish Executive Committee meets on Wednesday in St. George's Vestry at 7:30 p.m. Terenace Finlay will be consecrated Bishop in the Church of St. Paul, Bloor St., Toronto on Thursday. White Gift Sunday is Sunday, Sunday, December 7th. As we reach out to people in need, the following examples may be a guide to you: bags of potatoes, carrots, turnips, onions, apples, packages of rolled oats, flour, sugar, rice, macaroni and dried soups. Christmas baking (cookies, cakes, candies, etc.), are other suggestions. .•tBring any .pf JJhese gins to, ÿ church on December 7iiWe the Hampton Church on December 13 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Laverne was born born in Solina. They were married at the Hampton parsonage and have always been active in the community. Since their children and grandchildren have always been involved in sports, Edith and Laverne spend a lot of time cheering at local soccer, baseball and hockey games. Laverne has been a member of the church choir for over 60 years and is the first person to welcome newcomers to the community. He quickly makes newcomers feel like old friends. Edith is an active church member and is a charter member of the United Church Women's group. She is a member of the Women's Institute and the Service Club. We hope you will keep this date December 13 free to help them celebrate this happy occasion. This week the Hampton Women's Institute and the Service Club joined together to celebrate their Christmas meeting with a visit to Cullen Gardens. Some members managed to persuade their husbands to join them for this occasion. After a tour of the miniature village we met for dinner at the restaurant. Many of the Hampton residents including Marg and Dave Hall spent this past weekend visiting the sister cities of Niagara Falls to view the spectacular Festival of Lights. We are'fortunate to have two celebrities in our area this week. They are Glen Cain who won a silver medal at the Royal Conservatory of Music and Amanda White who won two first place ribbons'at Harrier competitions. Amanda also wrote a great Mayor Feels Reporters Confuse the Taxpayers - by Rob Savage Think twice before you read this. According to Mayor John Winters, people shouldn't read news ^stories on the town council and municipal events because they'll only be confused. And he argues that a shortage shortage of historical references references in the stories is the reason for confusion. Referring to articles in the Statesman as "capsule comments," the mayor said the reports don't always give the entire history of a motion passed by council and are therefore confusing.' confusing.' Instead of reading the papers, papers, he encouraged people to attend the council meetings meetings themselves. He gave that advice during during a meeting of the Cour- tice Citizens' Association at Courtice Secondary School last Thursday, November 27. The mayor said that seeing seeing the town council meetings meetings in progress is the only way people can fully under stand the decisions being made. The speech was partly a reaction to an editorial which appeared in the Statesman three weeks ago. Touching on a variety of issues raised at the meeting, meeting, Mayor Winters said the Town of Newcastle has "outdated" management and politicians. He said they shouldn't be trusted to independently solve the rapid development development problems in Courtice. "Half of whom you elect you don't even know," he said. "Put pressure on the council," he later added, "if you're not there, they're going to do whatever they want." He told citizens attending the meeting that if they got out and hustled, they could make an impact on the future future of their area. "Have a word to say. Mould your own community," community," the mayor said. "You're a new, young, vibrant vibrant growing community and I think you should look at that as an opportunity." story about these meets. Congratulations. Congratulations. Last Sunday, the Hampton Scouts took advantage of the mild weather to hike to CLOCA where they cooked an outdoor tin foil lunch. Mike Marks of the Durham Police Force spoke to the Guides last week on aspects of law enforcement. This will help the Guides obtain their law awareness badge. The Beavers finished off their study of Indians last week with a Pow-Wow and Indian games. During their study they made headdresses and necklaces ahd tomahawks. This week's meeting will be a winter outdoors games night. Barb Pokorski (Rainbow) a Beaver leader will be attending Blue Springs camp near Acton on December 5 to December 7 for a craft training course. This Saturday plan to attend the Children's Annual Christmas Party sponsored by the Doubles Club beginning with a pot luck supper at the Church at 5 p.m. The supper will be followed with old fashioned Christmas games. Next Sunday, church service will feature a Mitten Tree. Everyone is asked to bring a pair of mitts to place on the tree for the children of the North. Time 10:15 a.m. Coffee and fellowship following the service. The December 14 service will be the White Gift service put on by the Sunday School classes. 'Time 10:15 a.m. The U.C.W. Christmas meeting will be held December 15. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. with a pot luck supper. Marjorie Levan will show slides from China. A special congregational meeting for the Hampton Charge has been called for December 10 at 7:45 p.m. in the Hampton church. This is an important meeting to deal with the results of Zion's feasibility study. The card party winners were Eileen Warder, Laurrena Bright, Eva Naef, Nerta Masters and Gladvs Slack. Gladys Slack also had the most lone hands. The low scorer was Clarence Masters. Steve Artym, Bernice Renton, Anne Taylor and Clarence Masters won the draws. ir ■ . • •■■ : • iiiy-i; life. Si 1 fc&Sii-'if- mr\ 5. Ill \ HI 1 \r- - tvK : : ■ \ A *v ••'• /, : .Y 'V- " •••>, - '-W 1 ' ' ' ' •'"• r ' . . AV.'A v • . ■: 'll -* . ■ rawjfl *. ■ $it! / ?s ■ : 1 i Wïêk ■ êimê Y p §Mt| . i. 'SA. i'it. ; cy 1 l'Jto ;-7 v' 1 ■' 1S •: '-rVl! .'V çb ; " y 11 \ I ■ f| : < < ' îh' k g x i<s- BOWMANVILLK MAU. Vjtiwer cannot look after froze* 4r other perishable goods! .1 Newcastle Author Has Book Ready The gift of a storybook by local author Charles Ewert could mean food and clothes for needy children in Canada and abroad this Christmas. The Newcastle Village author has written his third Christmas story, which will be available the first week in December. This year's illustrated children's story is entitled, "Song of the Rainbow." His Christmas books are always centred around children, children, and this year the 24 page story is focused on two Indian youngsters. Three years ago the Christmas story idea was born because of the crisis in Ethiopia. All of the proceeds proceeds from the first book were donated to this cause. Each year the money is given to the most needy cause through the Canadian Save the Children Fund in Toronto. However, this year the proceeds will be split evenly between Nicaragua, the most needy area, and the Native People Fund in Canada. Cathy Ewert, the wife of the author and one of those who worked on the project, explained that the money is being split between the two because people were commenting commenting on why the money was always being given out of the country. Between $1,000-$!,500 is raised each year. This year's book has been "a family project," Mrs. Ewert said. "There were a lot of hours involved in putting putting the book together and family and friends were a great help," Ed Ewert, Charles' father, gave many hours to glueing, binding and other jobs, and Charles Ewcrl's mother, Ellina, illustrated the writing. writing. Each job was of great importance since the entire book was pul together by hand. "We've all Imd a lot of fun doing it," Cathy Ewert said. There will be 200 copies of the Christmas story available available this year. They may be purchased at Pauline Stork's store in Newcastle Village and Hope's also located located in Newcastle. Orders may be called in to Cathy and Charles Ewert at their home at 98:1-540!). There are also some copies of last year's story, "What Gilt Can I Give,"still available, V t- • v V : P .T.' ; Christ» StyleUM -/ly 1 y : * v- -L m ' ■' r amn-TM •ifri*! m /yi . !ffXv-1 V- ■ NtiY, L-V ' \ '/t I. IpS " . i : » » Hvv WFRt . mwf ■.. ,b~- '5! s