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Port Perry Star, 7 Feb 1973, p. 13

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«Myrtle Women's Institute hold meeting The January meeting of Myrtle Women's Institute © was held at the home of Mrs. Walter Bulley, Myrtle, on Wednesday afternoon, Jan- uary 17th, at 1:00 p.m. Dessert-was served by (he hos{ess and committee, The meeting opened with the singing of the Ode and repitition of the Mary Ste- wart Collect. Our Motto was 'Together there is a - chance for understanding and peace." Roll Call was answered by "Naming a country in the United Nations. Plans were discussed for our Short Course on 'New Ideas for Kitchens, to be held in the basement of Myrtle United Curch, on Tuesday, January 30th, from 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. This course will discuss ideas on how kitchens may be planned for efficiency, attractiveness and satisfac- tion. Food preparation is one of the homemakers most time and energy consuming jobs, so a well planned Kitchen is of great importance. To-day, almost every homemaker wants her kit- chen to be more than a work room. She wants it to include space for dining and even "serve as part of the informal living area. Whether or not the' home- maker is contemplating a complete re-modelling of her kitchen or a few low cost re-adjustments, she will get many suggestions from this Course. Floor plans and storage, colour schemes, counter top material and floor coverings will be considered. Slides will also be shown to give you an idea of what can be done. Miss Carol Bennett, Home Economist with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, is putting this Course on, and we feel everyone will be interested. " All ladies are welcome, and are asked to bring a box lunch, hot beverage will be supplied. A small charge will be made to defray local expenses. We are also planning for a luncheon to be held in the basement of Myrtle United Church on February 28th. A three piece set of decorated cookware will be given as a Special Door Prize. Mrs. Arthur Parrinder, Convenor of Citizenship and World Affairs, chose as her topic "The United Nations." A lot of time and research went into this interesting programme. The United Na- tions was composed of 51 original members and now has 132. She discussed *'Food and Agriculture with the United Nations also their Activities, also the World Health Organizations and UNICEF and UNESCO. Our February meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Clarence Harrison, on Wed- nesday, February 21st, at 1:00 p.m. Mrs. David Duch- emin, Convener of Education and Cultural Activities will be in charge of the pro- gramme. There will be a Special Craft Display, and members are also asked to bring any of their Crafts. Seagrave News No vital statistics this week, nor much of anything else when many are com- plaining of colds, fleu, etc. We have one patient, Mrs. Bernard Standish in Port Perry hospital now. Later in the week Bruce Carr is entering a Toronto hospital for tests. } Mrs. Merle Jansen of Etobicoke called on friends in the village on Saturday. On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. * Dow Hunter visited their aunt Mrs. Art Bennett in West Hill. Unit 2 of U.CW. had an attendance of 10 for their group meeting at Mrs. Ken Sturmans last week. New leaders for '73 are Mrs. Tobin, Mrs. Watson and Mrs. Barr. A euchre is planned for February 17th in the church basement. Unit 1, met at the home of Mrs. Ken Short on Monday night. This group made no .changes so Mrs. M. Bruce and Mrs. Ken Short are still in charge and so is Mrs. Belair the secretary treas- _ urer. These people plan the usual pancake supper to b e held this year on March 6. Most of the loyal attenders were on hand for church service on Sunday but we didn't welcome any visitors. At S.S. a brand new super Bob Bruce made his first appearance. He looked nice and acted the same way. Bob is the third generation of the Bruce feily So to act in that WE LADLY Top SUNTIL- THAT -- LATE-LATE-HOUR, "TO INCREASE OUR ANOWLEDGE OF TWAT WATER POWER', R E Li A 5 LE PLUMBING & HEATING For Information Phone Bert Faber 985-2012 capacity within the memory of oldsters. Several small girls and one shy boy of Catharine Nicholls primary class had a nice little song for us and were accompanied by their teacher. The birthday box has fallen on evil days lately. No offerings again this week. Now we hear we were @| 985-3042 wrong in our first statement and that Mr. and Mrs. Ron Abrham had a son arrive last week. ON TARGET EVERY TIME Deere runs JOMN DEERE like a Prince Last Sunday 'the worship service was under the direc- tion of the women. Many of the U.C.W. members took part. All present enjoyed the message given by Mrs. D. Redpath of Kingsview church, Oshawa and presi- dent of U.C.W. of Oshawa Presbytery and the number by soloist Miss Ann Hope. Last Wednesday night two hundred enjoyed the deli- cious hot beef dinner planned and served by the stewards and other male helpers of the church. Monday evening Mrs. L.. Beacock and daughters-in- law attended the well arranged bridal party in honour of Gwen (Mrs. Neil Devitt) Oshawa, which was held at the home of Mrs. M. Connolly, Toronto. The recent bride was the recipient of ®an attractive swag lamp and many smaller, but useful house- hold gifts. Speedy recover to Mr. Bill Taylor still in hospital. Please call 7061 with any news items. Mr. and Mrs. Norisse Howey spent the weekend of the 20th visiting her sister, Mrs. Jean Kirkland, in Brockville. On Saturday they went on to Cornwall to bid Bon Voyage to their other sister, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Halverson, who were leaving to spend six months in Iran, with CESO. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Towns had dinner Sunday evening with the McIntyres. Sharon and Shelley visited Miss Kelly Bolton, Seagrave 4 Limited Time Offer No Finance Charges until September 1st, 1973 BY a. PORT PERRY STAR - - Wednesday, Jan. 31, 1973 --- Albert over the weekend. Sympathy of the commun- ity is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Milton (Bud) Heard and family on the passing of his father, Mr. Clarence Heard. Mr. Rick Doyle spent the . weekend home with his family. Mr. Jim Doupe has re- turned home from hospital News following surgery. Jim and Leta are spending some time with Ress and Marg Sweet: man. + Our hockey boys are doing a great job. A week ago the Bantams won their tourna- ment in Port Perry. Last Saturday, the Pee Wees won the tournament in Marmora. Good work boys. savings of everyone. . . DONALD J. STRONACH C. L. U. 404 Queen St. Port Perry, Ont. 486-5020 Let taxes work for you and your employees in a qualified pension plan Taxes tax the vou and your employees included. 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