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t Wedding Bells The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Monday, December 23, 1996 11 Bowmanville Toastmasters Grant -- Cook Wedding The wedding of Catherine Cook and Derek Grant took place October 26,1996 in Hampton United Church. The bride's attendants were Tracy Reynolds of B. C„ Lori Laughlan of B.C., Leah Cook, Hampton sisters of the bride. Groomsmen were Neil Walker, West Hill, brothers-in-law, Bill Trapper and Steve Schneider, Pickering; nephew Calvin Trapper was ringbearer. The couple honeymooned in St. Martaan W.I. and now reside reside in Pickering. Their parents are John and Audrey Cook, Hampton, Gary and Carol Grant of West Hill. Elizabethville News by Edna Thickson United Church Women's Christmas dinner was held at Susan Peacocks home on Tuesday Tuesday the 10th. Eight attended. After the dinner we had a meeting. Bertha Trew, president, president, had the topic, Mary's Christmas, for devotional. After After the call to worship, prayer Season's Greetings Hope your holiday is built to order! Compliments of Newcastle Block 987-4444 and scripture read by Marguerite Marguerite from Malachi 3: 1-4, Luke 2: 1-20 meditation by Bertha. The minutes of the last meeting meeting were read and approved. For program everyone had brought a reading. Betty played on the piano as well. Also we sang some songs with Betty's assistance on the piano. Bertha closed the meeting in the usual way. On Thursday the Seniors had their meeting. There were not so many out as last week. Carols Carols were played as usual. Instead of the usual Church service, Garden Hill held the Garden Hill Children's Christmas Christmas Concert and White Gift services along with lighting another another Advent candle. Reverend Sedgwick conducted the usual call to worship etc. The choir sang several anthems. The first was Still, Still, Still, accompanied accompanied by Flute Soloist Karen Harris. The children's minute was with Reverend Sedgwick. The children had a hymn for us entitled "Hope Is A Star." The Sunday school had several members and little Angie Bailey Bailey sang a solo. They also had responsive readings. The offering hymn was "All Poor Men and Humble". Sunday Sunday School sang "Mary Had A Baby". A delicate lunch was served and everyone enjoyed the Christmas service. At seven o'clock last night the Elizabethville Christmas Concert was held as I was unable unable to go I will leave it for another another week's news. May the Heavens grace you with the gift of answered prayers in this season of Miracles. Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home Bowmanville Cory, Rose, Anita and Amanda Kuipcrs, Susan Franczak, Carson Elliott, Ed Scmplonius, Cliff Trcwin, Arlene and Lloyd Ayrc, Madeline Wilcox, Virginia Lyle and Alden Hubbard. !§W| --* safes " :j Murray - Brown Wedding Heather Brown and Wade Murray were united in marriage on Saturday, June 15, 1996. The ceremony took place in Hampton United Church and was officiated by the Reverend Robert Munro. Heather is the daughter of Jack and Gloria Brown, Hampton Hampton and Wade is the son of Wayne and Josie Murray, Bowmanville. Bowmanville. The maid of honor- was Wendy Brown, sister of the bride. Diana VanHeuvelen and Danielle Kennedy were bridesmaids. Scott Grundy was bestman and John Blackwell and Vincent Rand ushers. Following the ceremony a reception was held at the Lions Centre, Bowmanville. Heather and Wade appreciate the efforts of their parents, wedding party, family and friends for sharing their day, and making it so special. Ontario Motor Sales A Major Contributor To the United Way Ontario Motor Sales in Oshawa was one business where United Way campaign contributions have more than doubled this year. Glenn Willson, company president was elated. "I'm proud of all our staff, and particularly the managers who took responsibility and really provided the impetus for the campaign this year. "The United Way helps in many diverse areas of the community in a highly efficient efficient fashion. We're pleased to help the many people who receive assistance from the agencies which receive United United Way funds." Kuhn - Brooks Wedding Melanie Ann Brooks and Major Daniel Shawn Kuhn CD were united in marriage Saturday, October 5, 1996, in St. Paul's United Church, Bowmanville, with Reverend Nancy Knox officiating. The bride is the daughter of Jim and Sheila Brooks of Bowmanville Bowmanville and the groom is the son of Fred and Louise Kuhn of Sault Ste. Marie. The happy couple honeymooned in British Columbia and accepted a transfer from Sault Ste. Marie to Vancouver effective December first. On December 17, 1996 Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc Toastmasters enjoyed a delicious meeting. Members shared home baked festive treats for their concluding concluding meeting of 1996. Table Topics challenged each speaker with a specific aspect of Christmas past. Our speakers entertained us with a reading from "The Night Before Christmas" and its antithesis "The Night After Christmas". Toastmaster Marilynn Dow facilitated our appreciation of each selection with her vocal variety and appropriate gestures. gestures. Toastmaster Denise Marek captured the best speaker award with her presentation entitled entitled "Mirror, Mirror On The Wall". Through skillfully worded questions she demonstrated demonstrated that our perceptions of ourselves are not always in line with the facts. We will resume our meetings Tuesday, January 7, 1997 at 7:30. For more information please call 623-2243 or 623- 3527. of life for a senior is something something we are proud to take on, regardless of how difficult and daunting a task it may seem." Police Seek Public's Help Solving Robbery Crimestoppers and Durham Regional Police need the Public's Public's help in solving a robbery that occurred in Oshawa on September 30th of this year. Around 7:20 p.m. the victim was walking along Simcoe Street near Bagot placing money money in his pocket when he was knocked to the ground by a male on a red bicycle. The suspect suspect fled with the victim's cash which had fallen to the ground. The victim sustained no injuries. injuries. The person sought in this incident incident is described as male, white, 25 years, 5T0" tall, medium medium build, blonde brush cut, wearing a black leather jacket, blue jeans and a grey ball cap. * A m ♦ /F,« * • Take a Bow... You Deserve It! We're really grateful for your trust in us. my irislmas ! Ill Cliffcrest Cleaners ÎWS*9Î9? = Florence, Rosemary, Flu ® andBm *38 King St. E., Bowmanville 623-7061 É5B ©j.p. Moy all your hopes and dreams come true this holiday season and beyond. Many thanks and merry Christmas! ism From the GM strike to much uncertainly in the broader public service the United Way has faced many challenges this year. However, Bob Howard, the campaign director is quick to point out that "in difficult difficult times, it makes it all the more satisfying when people step forward to help their neighbors." He said the staff at Ontario Ontario Motor Sales did a wonderful wonderful job and "we arc grateful for their role." The United Way funds 40 agencies in OshawaAVhitby/ Clarington and more than 80,000 residents benefit from United Way funded programs. programs. United Way campaign Cochair Cochair Dr. Peter Zakarow says the United Way is about investing investing in human capital. "People arc the most precious precious asset in a community. Helping out kids or providing relief to improve the quality We know you've been good... especially to usI Many thanks to all for making our year merry. JUSTIN 30 King St. W., Bowmanville (former Shorneys Optical location) 623-3132 ©j.p. i/W'vvvvvtri/'vvxrx.-v Together we pray for a world filled with peace and joy. Dan and Adrian Holkema and staff of Skylight SDonuts in Bowmcnville at Baseline and Waverley Baseline Rd. and Liberty St. V:. K ffjT HOLIDAY HOURS: Closing Tues., Dec. 24th at 6 p.m. - Re-open Tliurs., Dec. 26th Closed New Year's Eve 6 p.m, - Re-open Jan. 2 OUR CHRISTMAS GIFT TO YOU: Six FREE Mini Donuts when you present this ad to our main store at Waverley and Baseline in Bowmanville. ©j.p. Valid until Dee. 31/96