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Orono and District News By Isabelle Challice Quote - "Christmas is a time to lift, Humanity from sorrow's shore To heaven's harbor...what a gift! Much greater than the gifts we store. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Munneke, who on Dec. 10th celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary with a dinner party at the home of their daughter, Joanne, Main Street. Mrs. Doris Wannan, and Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Mercer were Sunday callers on Mr. and Mrs. Jack Cann, Garden Hill. Mrs. Wayne Bailey and boys, Mrs. E. Billings and Mrs. Dorothy Bailey were Sunday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kimmett and family, Lindsay. Sympathy of the community to the Quantrill families on the loss of their mother, Mrs. Mary Quantrill. Mrs. Quan- trill's funeral was Friday, Dec. 14, from Morris Funeral Home, Bowmanville, with Rev. Fred Milnes officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Pears and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Pears, all from Orillia, were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Len Pears. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Luxton, Bowmanville, were Friday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Mercer. Mr. and Mrs. Allan Heckbert, Rebbeca and Rachel, Oshawa, were Saturday evening dinner guests of the 0. Challices. Mr. and Mrs. Allan Pears and Andrea, Newcastle, were Sunday afternoon visitors at Mr. and Mrs. Len Pears. The funeral took place Dec. 6, 1984, from Latchford Bridge, Ontario for the late Mr. William Wadell, in his 97th year. Mr. Wadell is the last of the family and was a brother of the late Mrs. Marion Evans, who predeceased predeceased him last fall. Mr. Wadell was a bank manager for the Standard Bank, here in Orono, prior to the existing Bank of Commerce. A large family gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Draper, Church Street, followed the baptism of their two daughters. There were 26 persons in attendance. Mrs. Kay Beggs, Pontypool, was a Sunday evening visitor with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Taylor. Town Hall Card Party The regular town hall card party was held Wednesday, Dec. 12 with a good attendance attendance and 12 tables in progress. progress. The following winners - Don Hamm 91, Ray Brown 84, Rita Ormiston 83, Myrtle Aldread 82, Isabel Hamm 82. Low score for the evening - Norma Moffat. Special Christmas draw winners - Horace Best, Ruth Grady, Bertha White, Ray Brown, Leta McCallister and May Tabb. The next card party will be Wednesday, Dec.26th (Boxing Day). General U.C.W. Party The ladies of Orono Ü.C.W. enjoyed a delicious pot-luck dinner on Thursday evening, Dec. 13, in the main hall of the United Church. The tables were beautifully decorated and set by the ladies of Unit No. 3 and this added greatly to the enjoyment of the dinner, and Rev. Milnes gave the blessing. Following the dinner, Christmas Carols were sung with Joyce Gray at the piano. The president, Donna Scott, welcomed everyone and read a poem and Marie Tamblyn read previous minutes. Doreen Wood presented a very encouraging financial report on the blackboard and it was evident another successful year. The ladies of Unit No. 2 led by Eileen Billings presented the Christmas story in scripture scripture and carols. A very enjoyable enjoyable treat were the lovely solos by Marion Milnes, and much appreciated by all in attendance. All members brought in parcels to go to T T - e BRENDA S & I ! 1 ;< $ a l I a i ARTISTIC INTERIORS "SPECIALIZING UNIQUE" SPECIAL CHRISTMAS INVITATION Please come and enjoy some hot mulled cider with us in our old "General Store" area. OPEN FOR ►: ►; ! I ►: ►I i ►; ^ Oshawa Hostel and these were taken last Saturday to Oshawa. Citizen of the Year Awards A very large crowd was in attendance at the very first "Citizen of the Year Award" night, held Friday, Dec. 14, in the Lions Centre, Bowmanville. Bowmanville. There were 61 nominees for the awards and Councillor Ann Cowman introduced nominees to the audience. Mr. Sam Cureatz, M.P.P. introduced introduced the Ontario Bicentennial Bicentennial Medal award winners. We were happy to see our old friend Douglas Dewell one of the honoured! Our congratulations congratulations to Bonnie Reid (Kirby) and Charles Gray (Newcastle) (Newcastle) our former postmaster who both received "Citizens of the Year" awards. Orono United Church News The church was filled to capacity for Sunday morning service, with many visitors in attendance. The very beautiful beautiful Sacrament of Baptism was performed by Rev. Fred Milnes, with 10 children being baptized. Before the service Mr. Don Staples and members of the choir led the crowd in singing Christmas carols. Mr. Carl Tamblyn on cornet accompanied the singing. . Members and leaders of the Explorers attended in a group and again performed the lighting lighting of Advent Candles. Those taking part - Wenda Den Hollander; Andrea Trafford; Cindy Jerome and Dana Stagg. Little Miss Carrie Henderson was the reader. Following the lighting, the group presented several Christmas selections, "Mary's Lullaby to Infant King" and "Away in a Manger", assisted by the choir. During the service Rev. Milnes introduced Mr. Mike Hack, who is with "Operation World." The families presenting their children were Norman and Debra-Lei Nixon and their Large selection, of everyone in the family. gifts for EVENINGS UNTIL 9:00 O'CLOCK YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING CONVENIENCE "A totally unique concept in shopping -- created for your enjoyment" 129 King St. East, Bowmanville 623-3033 HapjyÇ Holidays Have an old- fashioned fashioned Christmas with joys to remember remember and love to be cherished long afterward. County Driving School 623-4641 Oshawa Driving School & 728-0091 After 35 years in business in Bowmanville y we wish to extend our appreciation to our many friends and customers for their patronage. K X X X St As a business, Lander Home Hardware will terminate as of December 31, 1984. We are pleased to advise that the complete business has been purchased by Gould Photo Shop Limited. We hope you will extend your patronage to the new owners, at this time. ffach anti Cjletut Jdastde/i son Allan James Nixon; Wayne and Joan Deremo and their daughter Rebecca Joan; Stephen and Tessa Gardner and their daughter Sarah Bridget; William and Christine Christine Kent and their son Adam Maxwell; Michael and Heather Hutton and their son Michael Herbert and their daughter Brodie Marie; Robert and Pat Boyd and their daughter Rebecca Leigh Elizabeth; Barry and Linda Draper and their daughters, Pamela Lindsay and Lisa Anne; Gary and Jean MacDougal (nee Tamblyn) and their daughter Stephanie Annette. The Explorers wish to thank Mr. David Gray for all his help with their music presentation. Marlene Ross (Leader), Elaine Vagg, Jennifer Henderson and Sharon Reader. The flowers in the church were in loving memory of the late Mrs. Mary Quantrill and Miss Maude ' Tubb (Newcastle) (Newcastle) and placed by their families. Birthdays celebrated this week - Karen Jebson and Chris Yeo. Christmas Eve Services at Leskard Church, 7 p.m. led by Leskard U.C.W. and a service of carols, lessons and Communion at Orono 9 p.m. with participation by Hi C. All annual reports must be submitted by Jan. 6,1985. Any report not in by this date, will not be printed. Anyone wishing envelopes, please contact R. Dickson 983-5611 or for Upper Room please contact Bonnie Luke 983-5090. Explorer Christmas Party The Explorer girls met last Wednesday, Dec. 12, for their Christmas party. Mrs. Ross took the girls on an imaginary trip to Bethlehem Bethlehem to see Jesus. The girls and leaders had a gift exchange and enjoyed a delicious lunch of birthday cake for Jesus. Youth Rally A good attendance, Sunday evening with visitors from Hampton, enjoyed the fellowship fellowship with the Hi C members. David Milnes welcomed everyone and introduced Mrs. Lois McLeod, who led in some spirited singing, which was much enjoyed by all. Our guest speaker Mr. Mike Hack was introduced and gave us a very enthusiastic resume of his wife's work with "Operation "Operation Mobilization." This group shares the Good News gospel across cultural ' barriers, across the world, and has been in operation 26 years. Mike and his young wife are here in Canada for a year's rest and then on with their work. A video on Keith Green was presented and again presented presented a challenge to everyone to spread the good news of Christmas with others. An excellent display of literature and guidance materials added to the evening's enjoyment. Rev. Milnes thanked Mike and Rose for coming to us, and wished them well in God's work. St. Saviour's Church News St. Saviours Church and hall have been beautifully decorated decorated for the festive season by Judy Leek and Peggy Sawyer. Our thanks to these two busy •iiiv vniiduitm oiaieaiiiau, Duwmanvme, Liecemocr J.H, 1984 9 are based on these. Sunday, Dec. 23 at 6 p.m. on --CFTO TV there will be a Christmas special for the church of Archbishop Garns- worthy's pilgrimage to the Christmas sites in Israel. It is suggested that we make this an outgoing occasion. Invite in someone to watch the program program with you and discuss it, while you eat or enjoy refreshments. refreshments. Congratulations and a very happy birthday to Mr. Charles Taylor, who on Christmas day, will celebrate his 90th birthday. To all our faithful readers, we wish you many blessings at Christmas time and throughout throughout the coming year. ladies. Members of the church school presented an excellent program for Sunday morning, and much enjoyed by all. Sidespersons for service included included Darrin Lewis, Michael Tomlinson, Leanne Johnson and Lori Wood. A pot-luck luncheon followed the service. "The Living Nativity" on the lawn of St. Paul's United Church, Bowmanville, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20 through Sunday, Dec. 23. Your church envelopes may be obtained from Mrs. Proctor at St. Saviours (983-5480) for 1985. Your income tax receipts , . v Isabelle Challice Just want to say we hope your Christmas is merry! from the folks at McGregor I.D.A. Drugs From our Family to your Family -- Wishing you the Merriest of Christmases and a Healthy and Prosperous New Year: Maggie 8's Fashions 33 King St. E. 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