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20- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, September 19, 1995 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" or URAL PORT PERRY STAR < Roots HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Family members gathered at Community Nursing Home in Port Perry Sunday to con- gratulate Maud Stell, who turned 98 this year. Born Sept. 15, 1897 in Uxbridge, Mrs. Stell moved to Kinsdale after her marriage and lived their until 1986. She lived nine years at Port Perry Villa, and since June 30 of this year has resided at the nursing home. Of her five children, three -- Alice Mulock, Gordon Stell, and Howard Stell -- were In attendance Sunday. Son Stanley died in 1949, and son Harold was killed in action over Holland in 1944. Mrs. Stell had 15 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Next show is Sept. 27 BP -- Ashburn Florence Ashton Sunday School classes have now resumed beginning at 9:45 a.m. each Sunday morning, with the adult study class fol- lowing the church service. There is a need for one scout leader and one cub leader. Any adult interested, please call Terry Burke 655-4040. The Ladies Bible Class met last Wednesday evening at the home of Florence Ashton, with president Aldine Wick chairing the meeting. "How Great Thou Art" was sung. Aldine read the scripture reading from Mat- thew 7:1-12. The meditation was titled, "How God Answers Prayer." followed with prayer by Aldine. "Pass me Not O Gen- tle Saviour" was sung. A few items of business were dis- cussed. Bernice Gardner led in our study from Psalm 42. Joan Knight read a poem "Septem- ber". Refreshments were served by the hostess and all enjoyed a chit chat over the teacups. Bernice and Jean Gardner and Rees and Blanche Williams attended the 25th wedding an- niversary of Linda and Jim Cunnington of Guelph recently. Jim and Elaine Ewing and son Eric of Orangeville visited with Elaine's parents Theo and Joan Knight on Sunday. Doug and Florence Ashton visited with Edna Kerry on Sunday afternoon at the Port Perry Villa. Brooklin Horticultural Socie- ty will hold their general meet- ing as well as the Chrysanthe- mum and Vegetable "Low on September 27 at the Brooklin United Church at 8 p.m. Mr. Moase Vingent will be the spe- cial speaker for the evening. He is an expert on raising foreign birds both inside and in outside aviaries. Sunday, Oct. 151s Burns An- niversary. Special music will be provided by "The Bethel" sing- ers from Mississauga. Time of gervice is 10 a.m. Plan to join with us. Well! Here we are the 18th of September - not long until Octo- ber is ushered in - a georgeous month. Full of color. A beautiful time of year. Interesting News Glenn Malcolm, Ajax, is at- tending Bible College in St. Catharines. Glenn is complet- ing his academic education, ma- joring in Evangelism and will be moving to St. Catharines in the near future. Our very best wishes to Glenn for the future! Congratulations Congratulations to Heather Malcolm who was chosen Am- bassador of the Durham Cen- tral Fair in Orono on Thursday evening. Our best wishes to Heather as she begins a very busy year. U.C.W. On September 13, Regenia Walker hosted the Nestleton U.C.W. with 12 members present. Everyone enjoyed the roll call as a favorite; old school pictures were passed around. Regenia Walker led the wor- chip with bible reading from Acts, Chapter 8, 14-24. The reading,"Check your motives" gave us thoughts to consider. Gwen Malcolm offered praise to those involved with organizing the U.C.W. Sunday Anniver- sary. Guest speaker Norma So- bile was greatly enjoyed by all! No new business in the near fu- ture. Bernice Mairs provided the program - a video on Newfound- land which all enjoyed along with a delicious lunch. We closed with the Mizpah Bene- diction. | Guests with yours truly re- cently were Sylvia Cawker and friend Sylvia Herman of Scarbo- rough for a very enjoyable visit. Recently Chandre Cawker of Scarborough was a welcome lit- tle guest - a great time was much enjoyed by yours truly - so good to see them all! Alan and Eleanor Cawker and little Chelsea Birnie were also visitors at the farm. And son Grant spent a day with mom at the farm doing many in- teresting things. Would like to express my pleasure for all the wonderful cards, flowers, gifts, and par- ties, etc. on my recent birthday- it surely made my day! I have some very fine friends and neighbours. Very happy to see an old friend Lila Clarke - widow of Rev. Chas. Clarke - and her: daughter Mrs. Daigle, both of Prince Albert- this week- we just have to keep in touch! The Second Mile (Selected) Though you've done your best for others there will always be - something else that you can do. Look around and see. Someone is perplexed, in sor- row or distress, needing com- fort, friendship, and a touch of kindliness. Nestleton Mabel (of \V1 (= Though you may be weary having come the long, hard way - you must go the second mile, it's not enough to say - | You've fulfilled your mission, done your duty, borne your share, there's another hill to climb, another load to bear. Somewhere, someone on the road is calling out to you. Some- one is waiting for your hand to pull him through. (Patience Strong) A Little Story A wealthy aunt was financing her nephew's college education and her visitor asked if it was costly. "Well" said the aunt - "Lan- guage runs pretty high. My cheque this month covered $25 for English, $35 for French, and $200 for Scotch! Proverbs He who prizes little things is worthy of great ones (German Autumn Is upon us now Proverb). A long life may not be good enough, but a good life is long enough. (unknown) He who is good for making ex- cuses is seldom good for any- thing else (Franklin) Friendship improves happi- ness, and abates misery, by dou- bling our joy, and dividing our grief! (Addison) Nestleton Presbyterian Church The 150th Anniversary of Cadmus - Nestleton Church, 1845 - 1995, was celebrated Sunday, Sept. 17. The guest speaker was Rev. Dr. M. Mitch- ell, a former student minister. The music was provided by Port Perry Sr's Choir, and the Chil- dren's Choir of Nestleton Church. Rev. William Fairley was in charge of the service, and Mrs. Norma Wolfe read the in- scription on the plaque for the dedication of a stained glass window in memory of the late Harry Sanderson. A bountiful dinner was served in the Community Hall by the Court Lady Snowbird following the service. Presentations were made to Rev. and Mrs. Mitchell and to Rev. Wm. and Mrs. Fairley. A fine display of memorabilia was on view, arranged by Shirley Scott. Seagrave men's group continues meetings RE A Seagrave Ann Sandiford Birthday greetings this week to Lloyd Short, Tim Wray and Joan Butler. Sympathy of the community is expressed this week to the family of the late Morley Bruce at the passing of Edith Bruce this past Friday. Funeral servic- es were held Monday. Congratulations to Melanie Lee and David Henderson who were married this past Satur- day. The Seagrave Men's Group held their monthly meeting Sat- urday, Aug. 9. The attendance was encouraging and the men enjoyed a hearty breakfast of bacon, eggs, coffee and toast. The October meeting will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8. The meeting starts at 8:30 a.m. and finishes at 9:30 a.m. Seagrave Church News. Rev. David Shepherd chose for his sermon on Sunday "There is no joy in Mudville." The choir sang "We are a part of the family" accompanied by Mu- riel Jebson on the organ. Seagrave anniversary service will be held this Sunday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dale Davis. Rev. Davis is now retired who previ-. ously served the congre ations of Nestleton and Blackstock. Wayne and Shirley Wright will be providing the music. A social hour will follow. The Seagrave Ladies are asked to bring sand- wiches or cookies. The official board meeting will be held Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. at the Seagrave Church. Attention all Seagrave and area residents -- please call us with community events and highlights so we can get in the news. That's it for this week. Please call Diane Cooke at 985-3722 with news for next week.