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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 28 Sep 1988, p. 4

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/ 4 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, September 28,1988 Blue Ray chapter closes beacon of light Nesfcleton-Gaeearea by Mabel Cawker Newi With our Worthy Matron Sister Karel and Worthy Patron Brother Jack Nottingham welcoming members and guests - fraternally fraternally in the East.. Chapter opened with a hint of sadness for the last meeting .. which races by so miicklv! Many dicnitaries were welcomed in the Masonic Temple, Port Perry on September 8th. During year end business reports were presented by various conveners, indicating an excellent year in benevolent work. We congratulate our hard working officers and members and trust the future will be a bright and happy one as we move along to our 41st year. Final plans were made for the 5th annual Prelude to Autumn Fashion Show at the Town Hall, Port Perry, Wed., Sept. 28th - 8 p.m. The Worthy Worthy Matron Sister Karel reminded reminded everyone to try and sell the "special" 40th anniversary cook books. We still have a number on hand! During the evening the Charter was draped in living memory of seven members, who have passed passed away during the year. Keep in mind that the Chapter has a wheel chair, walker, crutches crutches and canes, available to anyone needing same. Phone the secretary Marg Jeffrey 985-2343 if reauiring information. Worthy Matron Sister Karel gave her farewell speech. She thanked her W.P. Brother Jack for bringing honour to the Chapter by being appointed Grand Guard for the Grand Chapter of Ontario Sessions held in Sept., at the Royal York Hotel for 1988-1989. The next meeting will be Open Installation on Oct. 13th. Practise for the Installation will be held Oct. 2nd, at 1 p.m. After chapter closed members and guests retired to the lower hall where W.M. Sister Karel & W.P. Brother Jack Nottingham entertained on their last night with a lovely lunch, topped off with tea or coffee. An evening of fellowship! ■ Barbeque Enjoyed Barry and Joan Malcolm of Simcoe, were weekend guests of his parents, Lawrence and Gwen Malcolm of Nestleton. On Sunday afternoon; Gail Malcolm of Port Perry, Laina Malcolm and children of Ajax, Glenn and Arlene Malcolm and girls, David and Joanna Malcolm and family of Nestleton, all gathered for an enjoyable barbecue, "hosted" by Lawrence and Gwen, beautiful Autumn weather added much to the day. Guest Speaker At General U.C.W. Meeting On Sept. 14, the meeting of the General U.C.W. was held in the Nestleton United Church S.S. Room. Anne Emerson offered an . informative devotional about Christianity in Africa, and all joined together to sing "Kum Ba Yah" and "Let There Be Light" Gwen Malcolm, Jean Williams and Leona Sadler presented Bernice Bernice Mairs and Helen Vine with life membership pins for all their devotion and service to Nestleton U.C.W. The guest speaker Mrs. Betty Luther of Toronto, showed many interesting and varied aspects of Africa through a slide presentation. presentation. She also gave members an insight to the beauty and colour of Africa and how they lived in Kenya ! Professor Luther and wife Betty spent five years working working in Africa. New business arising out of the meeting included our UCW service service on Oct. 16, and discussion about a Fall Fundraiser. A nominating committee was set up for the new Executive... as well as our Annual Spring Smorgasbord. The meeting concluded concluded with the Mizpah benediction, benediction, and all enjoyed the lovely lunch provided by the afternoon unit. Caesarea Euchre At the weekly Wed. evening card game, Anne Harran was high with 83. Doris Hill came in second with 79. Third was Dorothy Wall with 48. Sharon Smith and Joanne Bowuhuis planned and served the bountiful lunch. Next week as usual! The Churches The Nestleton United had a fair attendance on a cool fall Sunday ... with Harold and Marie Crawford greeting at the door. Rev. Dale Davis spoke on "Active Waiting" based on Scriptures from James and Mark. A fine sermon! sermon! The many children always enjoy storytime before retiring downstairs to classes. We were very pleased to see new members in the choir.- The six part choir sang "We've got something to Share" with Gwendolyn Malcolm at the organ. The service closed with an old favourite, "0 Master let me walk with Thee." Next Sunday is World Wide Communion. Try to attend this important service. An average number of worshippers worshippers out to Caesarea Community church on Sunday {morning .. with Rev. Charles Clarke conducting conducting the service. The Scripture was read by Norma Arney and George Kleinjan. Rev. Dr. W.H. Crawford used text II, Corinthians Corinthians 13 and his sermon was entitled, entitled, "What Kind of a Faith have Elect HAL MCKNIGHT Mayor you Got? A very good question"! Kathy Watt - organist. The Sunshine Club will be commencing commencing soon. Congratulations In Order The MacKenzie family of Nestleton are winners again, at Lindsay Fair! Leslie won a first with her Hackney, and rode her Saddle Horse .. winning five prizes all told! Richard MacKenzie MacKenzie won a first - an - on line showing showing with his Hackney. 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration Mrs. Neta Fish, attended the 50th wedding anniversary celebration in honour of Clare and Madeline Curtain of Lindsay, on Sat., Sept. 17. The lovely event was held at the Lindsay Golf Club with many friends and relatives on hand to extend their warmest wishes. On Sunday, the family enjoyed enjoyed a scenic boat trip and Neta was a guest with them. Yvonne Holland of this area, is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Curtain! Very best wishes to the Curtains for many more happy occasions! Another student attending college college is Darryl Bradt, of Caesarea, who is enrolled in Humber College, College, taking a three year course in Radio & Broadcasting. All the best to Darryl in his chosen field! He is the son of Wayne & Elaine Bradt. Cartwright Dynos Snowmobile Club The Cartwright Dyno Snowmobile Club is holding a meeting in Janetville Community Community Hall, on October 2nd, at 2 p.m. to determine whether there is enough interest for expanding their trail system to Janetville area. A good attendance is hoped for. The Nestleton Women's Institute Institute will meet on October 12th, at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Rika Wygerde. (This is a change from the regular day). Sympathy Sincere sympathy to the family family of the late Sadie ( Mrs. Wallie) Armstrong, who passed away over the weekend. She leaves to mourn daughters - Vera and Mildred of Lindsay, and Shirlev of Peterborough and sons Lawrence, Rea boro; Clarence in Western Canada; Lloyd, Cameron; Reg, Port Perry; and Ralph. Guelph. She will be greatly greatly missed by family and friends. Solina W.l. Holds Meeting in September News from Blackstock and Area by Joyce Kelly Roy and Harold McLaughlin have had a very enjoyable summer summer at their favourite pasttime - pitching horseshoes. On the weekend they participated in the- competition at the Plowing Match where they represented Durham. Once again the McLaughlin Brothers placed first in this competition competition as they have at many fairs and other sports events. Congratulations. Many from here attended the . Plowing Match and Machinery Show near Stratford over the past week while others enjoyed the many events at Lindsay Fair. Both events which are traditionally traditionally known for rainy weather, enjoyed enjoyed beautiful weather for the whole five days. The 4-H Unit this fall is called "Much Ado About Meat". It examines examines selection, preparation and nutrition of red meats. The first meeting will be held on Wed., Sept. 28 and Thursday, Sept. 29 from 7-9 p.m. at Blackstock United Church. Everyone from 12-21 as of July 1,1988 is welcome. If you wish further information call either 986-4736 or 986-5112. On Wednesday, August 31st, the exact date of a wedding forty-five years ago, Irene and Anson Taylor were the guests of honour at a family dinner party at the Holiday Inn, Oshawa. They were presented with corsages and a bone china cake plate. The family family members present were Katherine and Melanie Devins of The Paper One Stop Party Shop 11 1801 DundasSt. E., Whitby Factory (K-Mart Plaza) 436-8718 HAMILTONS INSURANCE SERVICE Main St., Orono 983-5115 Susan M. Sawyer 983-5767 Nelda Dawson 623-4835 Randy Ricard The NEUTRON Buff 623-1768 'Specializing in tUc SVcution fPofy Coating & fPalnt •cRci.loi.alion ¥ Detailed interior cleaning ¥ Detailed wash & chamois * Mobilized service Head Office 7 Soper Court Bowmanville, Ont. 118 KING STREET EAST BOWMANVILLE, ONT. L1C 1N5 JOHN G. MANUEL CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANT (416) 623-6555 fylowebi Juf jacJzman 75 yeaAA ojj Service 243 King St. E„ "Bowmanville Mall" Phone: 623-3365 IEKHAB EXTERIORS Soffits • Fascia Roofing • Capping Doors, Windows • Siding Eavestroughing We Use ALCAN Products No Job Too Big or Too Small 21 Morgandale Cres., Call Bowmanville (416) 623-9828 "KRACO" Carpentry & Contracting • Custom Homes e Designing • Renovating e Drafting e Additions e Permits • Barns • Finishing Give the headaches to us! Box 401, Newcastle 987-5400 Iroquois Falls and Kathleen and Albert Watts of Blackstock. There were 12 tables at the Tuesday evening card party with the following winners -1. Floyd Fawns; 2. Margaret Wright; 3. Ken MacKenzie; 4. Gordie Ireland; 5. Ruby Cochrane; 6. Jim Gibson; Low - Jean Mahaffy. Draws were won by Carl Gimblett, Charlie Campbell, Ethel Goble and Jean Mahaffy. On Thursday, Jean Mahaffy, Lorna Edgerton along with their uncle Mr. and Mrs. Joe Flett of Bowmanville, Gerald and Joyce Kelly all attended the funeral of Mr. Henry Walker at Fenelon Falls. Last Sunday, Kathleen and Albert Watts were evening dinner guests of Anne and Leslie Taylor. On Tuesday afternoon, September 13th, the afternoon unit of the U.C.W. gathered at the home of Kathleen Watts for their meeting. Grace Hall, Unit Leader, opened the meeting with a reading which was meant to inform inform givers about the Mission and Service Fund. Next Rev. D. Davis gave a report on the General Council which had been held in August. The Roll Call was answered by "Highlights of Summer". There will be an open General Meeting in the C.E, Room on Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. The former Uene De- Jong will present an illustrated lecture on Bangladesh where she and her husband and family spent 314 years. This is open to everyone. Discussion was held concerning an upcoming Banquet in November. The food bank was also discussed. The minutes were read by Secretary Marion Larmer. Aileen Byers gave the scripture reading 1st Samuel verses 10,6 and 7. The offering was received and benediction pronounced by Aileen. Best wishes go with Frank and Diane Tobin and family who moved moved from their home at the west side of the village to Port Perry. A warm welcome is extended to the new residents of the Tobin home, Sharon and Danny Dickinson Dickinson and family who come from Uxbridge. Congratulations to Kevin Elliott and Heather Bell who were married married on Saturday afternoon at the Immaculate Conception Church, Port Perry. Kevin and Heather will be making their, home in Richmond Hill. Best wishes from your Blackstock friends. Sympathy is extended to Roy and Mildred Hope and family on the passing of their friend Jim Hope who has been a resident of the Port Perry Nursing Home for several years. Jim lived with Roy and Mildred for a number of years before he moved to the Nursing Nursing Home. Funeral service was held on Monday afternoon. Arranged by Bradley's group the ladies met on September September 15th at 7:30 for a conducted conducted tour of McLaughlin Art Gallery. We were given some background information information on the artists as well as Green Party Candidate for Durham Riding The Durham Greens have chosen Harold Tausch to be their candidate in the federal riding of Durham. The Green Party represents represents a holistic alternative to the prevailing materialistic, consumerist world-view of the traditional parties. Our aim is to develop an economic economic system that is sustainable, with minimal environmental impact, and a decentralized society that empowers the individual. Mr. Tausch is 39 years old and has lived in the Durham riding for three years. He is a self-employed data processing processing consultant and a Qualified Qualified teacher of the Feldenk- rais Method, teaching Awareness Through Movement Movement classes in the Durham region. Mr. Tausch is co-founder of the Durham chapter of the Ontario Greens and also helped to establish the Marigold Marigold Organic Food Co-op and the Durham chapter of the Canadian Organic Growers. some of their works of art. These ranged from the early era to the modem. Returning to Solina hall the remainder of the meeting with President Barb Kap- teyn in the chair led with the Institute Ode followed by the collect. Dorothy Snowden then took the chair for the program program and introduced Julie Farmer who is a granddaughter granddaughter of one of our members. members. Julie favored us with several beautiful piano selec tions. With Julie was a friend, Anne Williamson, who also favored us with her musical talents. Both young ladies were enjoyed very much. Motto given by Eileen Knox was: You never get a second chance to make a first impression. The impression impression you give and the one you receive on meeting someone for the first time is the one we usually keep. First impressions are lasting ones. Roll Call was Gallery Impressions. Impressions. With many varied comments the roll wasi well answered. Area convention will be October 24th and 25th at the Royal York. President President Barb represented our branch at the gala opening of the Newcastle Town Hall. A social time followed in-the lower hall. October 12th is the next meeting, Citizenship being the Theme. : p.r.o. Bernice Watson. ON DEDUCTIBLE OF ANY INSURANCE! WINDSHIELD CLAIM Limit One Purchase - Bring in this Ballot for our draw on , j September 30, 1988 for lJ3M„)roR]ra_0FraEE_GAS j Auto Glo// PORT PERRY 985-0738 >: Casimir Sired (beside Mark Automotive) -, OXBRIDGE 852-5382 Dongle Bold, Hwy 147 80WMANVILLE 6234225 OFFER EXPIRES Sept 30, 1988 | FREE MOBILE SERVICE •v 19. Silver Street »i ■ ■OFFER EXPIRES " Sept.: 30, 1988 : * OFF6B VAUO FOB MOST INSURANCE COMPANIES UNITED WAY NOTEBOOK -- The annual United Way fund-raising drive was officially launched Monday with a luncheon held at the General Sikorski Hall, in Oshawa. This year's goal is $2,750,000 -- an amount which will be shared by approximately 40 non-profit social service agencies in the Oshawa, Newcastle and Whitby. Final figures will be announced on Monday, November 28, at a "Touchdown" celebration. celebration. Your United Way is undoubtedly "The Way To Help the Most" because a single fundraising fundraising effort and single donations from the many United Way supporters help dozèns of community agencies. Raising the funds will not be easy but the goal is within our reach. It'll take a concerted effort by donors, fund-raisers, and all volunteers to put the campaign .over the top. Let's get to work! JUNIOR CITIZEN AWARDS -- Do you know of some junior citizen whose conduct deserves special recognition? If so, we at The Canadian Statesman would like to hear about that outstanding outstanding young person. The Ontario Community Newspapers Association and Canadian Airlines Airlines International is once again holding its annual annual Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Awards Program and we need nominations. Deadline for the contest is October 31. This program has been in operation since 1981 and previous recipients recipients have ranged in age from eight to 16. All share the knack for outstanding achievement, courage, initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness and involvement in worthwhile community endeavours. endeavours. Please send us your nominations. Let's give the "Good Kids" the recognition they deserve. jCANCER SOCIETY MEETS -- Tuesday, October October 4^ is the date of the Can^tiianCancer Society (Bowmanville Unit) /iimial meeting. The guest speaker is Mrs! Marilyn MacKenzie, representing the Canadian Cancer Society. And those popular "Harmonicats" will be supplying supplying the musical entertainment. Special recognition recognition will be given to the "10 Year Plus" volunteers. INFORMATION BABYVILLE -- A series of eight classes for mothers and young babies, will be held each Monday morning starting October 3. This is a support and information program for mothers and children age 0 to 12 months. The group is organized by the Public Health Nursing Division of the Durham Region Region Health Serives. They meet at the Bowman- ville Health Unit, 11 Lambert St. To register, phone 623-2511. CHOO CITED FOR EXCELLENCE -- Radio Station Station CHOO 1390 has been chosen as a finalist in the "Community Service Category" for the 1988 Gold Ribbon Award of Excellence. The Ajax-based station was earlier named one of the five top Canadian country music stations by the Canadian Country Music Association. The overall winner of the 1988 Gold Ribbon Award will be announced in November at the annual conference of the Canadian Association of Broadcasters. REGISTER FOR ART CLASSES -- If you're planning to sign up for one of the Visual Arts Centre's classes in painting, wood carving, bread making, fibre art, guitar playing, portrait painting, pottery etc., you should do so soon. The deadline for registration is Friday, September September 30. Classes start October 3. FARMER'S ADVOCATE -- Our thanks to Bill Fox for dropping by with a copy of his December December 22,1927 edition of The Farmer's Advocate. Advocate. No doubt that publication will strike a responsive note among anyone who grew up on a Canadian farm within the past 50 years. As we looked at the pages, we couldn't help but notice that just about everything has changed over the years -- especially the prices. The only thing that looked familiar were the drawings of the pigs, cattle, horses and other livestock. They still look the same to us, although farmers might claim that even the livestock itself has been re-designed. MEMORIAL HOSPITAL HARVEST BALL -- As part of its continuing 75th anniversary celebrations, Memorial Hospital Bowmanville will hold its Harvest Ball on Friday, October 14, at the Bowmanville Lions Centre. For tickets, tickets, call Joan Appleton at 623-5452. SENIORS' COLOR TOUR -- This Sunday, October October 2nd, the Bowmanville Kinsmen Club will be offering area seniors a chance to have a look at the autumn colors. A bus will be leaving the Oddfellows' Hall in Bowmanville at 12:30 p.m. And if you need a lift to the bus stop, just call the Kinsmen at 623-9816 or 263-8111. HONORARY MEMBERSHIP IN MUSEUM -- The Clarke Township Museum and Archives has announced that Miss Catharine Stewart, of Kendal, has been presented with an honorary life membership. Miss Stewart has been associated associated with the museum for almost 18 years and.she has made numerous donations of Early Clarke Township artifacts to the museum's collections. collections. AGRI FOOD WEEK -- The theme for Agri- Food Week (October 3-10) is "Buy the Food Ontario Ontario Grows". And to showcase some of that food, the news media will be attending a special special "All-Ontario" Breakfast at the Ontario Food Terminal October 4. Perhaps weil be hearing from local growers if there are any special Agri Food Week activities going on in the Durham Region. FARMERS' MARKET -- The BIA Farmers' Market is taking place each Saturday morning in downtown Bowmanville (Division St. Parking Parking Lot). Here's your chance to pick up some fresh produce while you visit your favorite stores. The market is organized jointly by the Bowmanville Kinsmen and the BIA. It's a new service but one which certainly deserves more support. BREATHING PROBLEMS? -- The Durham Lung Association will begin a four-session information information series October 24 on the subject of "All About Breathing Problems". These meetings meetings take place at the Kinsmen Community Centre (Corner of MacMillan Dr. and Colborne St.) Topics include the causes of breathing disorders, disorders, medication, and asthma information. For further details, call the Durham Region Lung Association at 436-1046. TRAINING FOR BABYSITTERS -- The Family Education Resource Centre of Durham House Child and Family Centre is offering a six-session six-session course for young teenagers who would like to become more proficient babysitters. All classes take place at the T.R. McEwan Senior Public School in Oshawa starting Wednesday, October 12. You can get more details by calling the Centre at 579-2021 or by calling 686-4353. NEW MAPS -- The Ontario Ministry of Transportation Transportation has announced that two new maps of Ontario are available and one of these includes includes the Bowmanville area. This map lists such features as tourist attractions, airports, freeway service centres, and carpool lots. Maps arc available from the Ministry's Map Office and from the Ministry of Transportation regional and district offices. We cannot help but wonder whether Bowmanville is included on this map or whether it's been lost amidst the general area referred to as "Town of Newcastle". Newcastle". REUNION WEEKEND AT TRENT -- This popular event for Trent alumni takes place September 30 to October 2. The highlight of the weekend is the Head of the Trent Regatta on Saturday, October 1. It's the largest one-day rowing event in the country. Other activities include dinners, dances, barbeques, open house and the annual rugby match between visiting Old Boys and the Trent varsity team. There will be special events for the classes of 1968 and 1978. Former Trent students who need other information arc asked to call the alumni office. SYMPHONY CONCERT -- The Oshawa Symphony Symphony Association has announced that it will present its first concert of the season this Sunday, Sunday, October 2, at eight p.m. in Eastdale Collegiate. Collegiate. The concert will feature Joseph Pel eg, violin, and the conductor of the Oshawa Symphony, Symphony, Winston Webber, viola, along with the Oshawa Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are being sold locally at Rickaby's. 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