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Ashburn and Area News by Florence Ashton There weve 5 tables at the euchre game at the Community Centre, on Thurs. Oct. 2. Mens first prize went to Bill Hodgins, second prize to Ken Whittington. Ladies first to Bessie Spencer, ladies second to Jean Johnston. Lone hand was Nelson Cole. Door prize to Art Richardson. 50-50 draw to Art Richardson. Next euchre will be Thurs. Oct. 16. Everyone is weleome. Mrs. Evelyn Lynde spent a few days visiting her daughter and hus- band Mr. and Mrs. Jim Burroughs of Bancroft. Doug and Florence Ashton en- joyed a bus trip to Nashville, Ten- nessee recently, travelling with the 'Torchmen from St. Catherines, and attended the Gospel Music Convention. The Ladies Bible Class met at the "home of Margaret Davis last Wed. evening with president Nellie Hopkins chairing the meeting. The scripture passage from Psalm 95 was read by Ruby Bryant. Nellie's meditation was taken from the Oc- tober Glad Tidings titled 'Sensing God." The Lord's Prayer was repeated. Further plans were made for our visit to Fairview Lodge on Oct. 29. Bernice Gardner was in charge of the program and shared with us some thoughts on Thanksgiving. Aldine Wick read a poem entitled "Pilgrim's Voices." We all enjoyed a beautiful slide presentation by Nellie Hopkins, with musical background and narration by Nelling, showing God's beautiful handiwork particualrly at this autumn season of the year. Refreshments were served by the hostess. The Ashburn Group of the W.M.S. are celebrating their 110th Anniver- sary on Wed. Nov. 5th. The Lindsay Presbyterial President Mrs. Mary Durward is the guest speaker, and Mrs. Alma Wilson from Mount Zion is the soloist. Mrs. Eleanor Maybin from UNITED CHURCH NEWS PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, October 15, 1904 --- 19 Sunderland visited at the Ashton home recently. Circle Saturday, Nov. 8th on your calendar. Burns Presbyterian Kirk Guild, Ashburn presents a "one-of- a-kind" craft show and sale at the Thunderbird Golf and Country Club from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $1. An opportunity to find unique and lovely Christmas gifts. There was a good attendance at Burns Church Thanksgiving Sunday morning with two beautiful baskets of flowers adorning the sanctuary. Ted Heron led the responsive "reading, with Jack Davidchuk reading the scripture lessons. Rev. Meeting HOLIDAY INN, OSHAWA Bay-Safe Community" sponsored by 745-5589 aC Make a sate mvestmen Safety at work pays. 'We'll help to show you how at our Senior Management Dinner OCTOBER 23, 6:00 p.m. Hon. Stan Lawlor / Mayor - North Bay, will speak on "North OSHAWA -AJAX SECTION, CENTRAL ONTARIO DIVISION, INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT PREVENTION ASSOCIATION For registration and further information on this and other events, please contact Ms. Melanie Sexsmith -- (705) For turther information INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT PREVENTION ASSOCIATION 2 Bloor Street West. Toronto. Ontario MAW 3IN§ (416) 965-8888 The congregation of Brooklin United Church are gearing up for their Annual Roast Beef Dinner which is scheduled for Wed. Oct. 22. This year there will be two sittings: 5 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. This is a change from the former custom of con- tinuous serving. The good news is there should be no waiting, however, the bad news is there are only 600 tickets to be sold. So don't wait to order your tickets. Price is: Adults $7.50 and children 5-12 years $3. Pre- schoolers are free. On Sun. Oct. 5, 1986, the World Communion Service was observed. Rev. Lacey's message was entitled "A Community of Faith." During the service, 9 new members were received by transfer. Following the service, a coffee hour gave the Lacey's another opportunity to become better acquainted with their new church family. The observance of Thanksgiving saw the church very attractively decorated with many vegetables which along with canned goods and paper products, will be distributed through various agencies as a means of expressing our gratitude for the many blessings we have received. Special music was sup- plied by the junior and senior choirs. Rev. Lacey's sermon title was "No Thanks Without Giving." The Royal Doulton presentation tion Committee to raise funds for the Youth Ministry was well attended MYRTLE NEWS WHEN YOU RETIRE, YOUR INVESTMENTS SHOULDN'T When your RRSP ends, you can still shelter your gnoney from taxes. There are effective and flexible ways to keep your retirement dollars working for you. Especially important to people sponsored by the Christian Educa- and interesting. Margaret Lacey was the lucky recipient of the beautiful Royal Doulton figurine given as a door prize. The U.C.W. held their Annual Autumn Thankoffering Pot Luck Supper on Tues. Oct. 7. Guests at this meeting were Barb Porter of Ashburn and Barbara Catto and Anita Duvalier. One-of-a-kind craft show should be winner McEntyre's sermon was "Remembering and Giving Thanks." The choir sang "Let all things now Living." During the ser- vice the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Laswick (nee Wood) of Peterborough was christened. Next Sunday, Oct. 19th the 137th Anniversary of Burns Church will be held at 11 aim. and 7:30 p.m. Rev. Ken Heron of Bracebridge will be the guest speaker at both services, with special music. Refreshments will be served following the evening service. Parishioners share their bounty Plans for the Fosty's Frolic Bazaar are well underway. Look for further announcements before the date of Nov. 16. A Day's Retreat on Nov. 8 for members of the Unified Board will be held at the Baptist Leadership Convention Centre. For further in- formation contact the church office 655-4141. You don't have diabetes? ...are you sure you don't? During the month of October more than 400 volunteer members of the Canadian Diabetes Associa- tion representing over 600 com- munities will be reaching out to the people of Ontario with life saving information. More than 450,000 residents of On- * tario have diabetes. It is estimated that almost half of them, one quarter of a million people, are unaware that they have a condition that increases their chances of developing heart disease, blindness, kidney failure and stroke. There are two main types of diabetes. Type I that strikes younger people many of them small children and Type II which is found in older adults. "With Type I diabetes...the symp- toms come on in fairly quick pro- Area young people to assist Tiffen Watch for Myrtle's turkey supper. The date Nov. 8th starting with the first setting at 4:30, then 5:45 and finishing with the last setting at 6:45. 193 QUEEN ST, PORT PERRY (416) 985-7306 ALL LINES OF GENERAL turning age 71 this year. 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Tuesday night of this week the John Hamer family entertained Hugh and Joyce Hamer from Dubu- que, Iowa, and their son Paul and his wife Pauline on leave from the U.S. Army base in Germany, and Charles and Marie Hamer of Brooklin. It was a first time visit to Canada for Pauline a bit mind bog- gling with the large Hamer family to meet and all the new sights to see. October the 26th, will be the An- niversary service at the Myrtle Church. The Jubilee Choir will be in attendance and everyone is invited to participate. Afternoon service begins at 2:30 p.m. gression and there is no doubt that you are sick," says Dr. Irene Hramiak, an endocrinologist at University Hospital in London, On- tario. 'People who get missed are the older (Type II) non-insulin dependent diabetics and they can sometimes go...years before finally being diagnosed." Early diagnosis and treatment are vital to the prevention of the complications of diabetes, that make it the third largest killer of Canadians. Through the upcoming Diabetes Awareness '86 campaign, the Cana- dian Diabetes Association hopes to reach thousands of undiagnosed diabetics with information that will tell the people of Ontario that ex- cessive thirst, weight loss, constant hunger, frequent urination, loss of energy, as well as blurry vision, dry skin and slow healing of wounds are all symptoms of diabetes. The Canadian Diabetes Associa- tion cares and wants the people of Ontario to be aware of the warning signs of diabetes, the work of Cana- dian Diabetes Association and the support needed to assure that research continues to search for the cure for diabetes. Remember: October is - Diabetes Awareness Month Know the Warning Signs of Diabetes 'Tips' GGRRUUNT Overdid your exercises again? Warming and warmdown stret- ching and careful attention to how your body feels will help you to ex- ercise more safely and enjoyably. Good exercise habits contribute to a strong and flexible, healthy spine. AARRGGH Lifted wrong again! When lifting, hold the object close to your body (or centre of gravity), bend your knees, do not turn your head and, move your shoulders and pelvis together as one." Following these suggestions will help your spine stay healthy.