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Blue Ray Chapter Hosts Open Installation Blue Ray Chapter, No. 238, Order of the Eastern Star, held their Installation Ceremonies on Thursday, October 12, in the Masonic Temple, Port Perry, with an excellent number of members and sisters and brothers from the neighbouring Chapters, to honour the newly elected Worthy Matron, Sister Jane Galbraith and her Officers for the 1989-1990 year. Chapter opened in regular form under the direction of W.M. Sister Marilyn Jones, assisted by W.P. Brother Wilfred Alexander. They welcomed many dignitaries to the East...namely... Worthy Grand Matron of Ontario, Sister Audrey Martin, Grand Marshal, Sister Joan Esdale, District Deputy Grand Matron Sister Betty Rew of District No. II, P.D.D.G.M.'s Catherine Ellis, Betty Dowden, Bessie Cosway and Grand Trustee Ken Summersford. Many other sisters and brothers were given a cordial welcome as well. After a brief business period was concluded, the W.M. Sister Marilyn expressed appreciation to her loyal Officers for terrific support during the Year of Hope - 1988-89 - a most rewarding year for the Chapter. Family and friends of the incoming Matron were invited into the Chapter and introduced. Installation Ceremonies were conducted in a highly competent manner by the Installing Board. Installing Matron Sister Betty Perrault P.M. assisted by Install- ing Patron Brother Sam Cawker P.P., Installing Chaplain Sister Marguerite Mitchell P.M., Install- ing Marshal Sister Elsa Bongard P.M., Organist Sister Betty Dowden P.D.D. G.M. and Floral Ceremony Sister Doris Not- tingham P.M. Sorry, some of- ficers were ill and were not able to attend. After ceremonies closed, the newly installed Worthy Matron, Sister Jane Galbraith, expressed her warmest thanks to officers and members of Blue Ray for the honour conferred upon her...and the installing board for the beautiful ceremony. Also, she thanked her family and friends for their love and support. The Worthy Patron Brother Alastair Newsome voiced appreciation for the honour he received as Worthy Patron for the ensuing year and asked for support for the Worthy Matron. The immediate Past Matron Sister Marilyn Jones was presented with a beautiful Jewel by her daughter Heather. (Of in- terest) Marilyn was given Sister Adelia Mowbray's Jewel...and she will wear it with pride in remembrance of a dedicated Blue Ray member and warm friend...who has now passed to her reward! Many gifts were received by Jane and Alastair from Chapter, friends and relatives to com- memorate this impressive occa- sion. After Chapter closed a very delicious informal buffet was en- joyed...arranged & convened by Sisters Judy Mitchell, Isobell Wilson, Marguerite Mitchell. The gorgeous cake was made and decorated by Judy. A gala even- ing for our incoming Officers and friends. This concludes a most memorable occasion in the history of Blue Ray Chapter! Our best wishes to our new corp of of- ficers for an interesting and challenging year for the "Good of the Order' - the Year of Celebra- tion of the Star in this 75th an- niversary year for Grand Chapter of Ontario! Villa Programme The Nestleton U.C.W. members and husbands, presented a relax- ed, variety program for the Villa residents in Port Perry, on Wed. afternoon, Oct. 18. Two gentlemen were celebrating birthdays - namely - Stanley Ewen and Ed- ward Barnhardt and a festive, en- joyable party was a "highlight" with plenty of humour. To end this special afternoon, gifts from the U.C.W. and a delicious birthday cake... made by member Barb Weir...along with tea, coffee or juice, went over well for the twen- ty or so present. Our best wishes for the year ahead for these two wonderful gentlemen! Mrs. Jones of the Villa was the friendly hostess! The Churches Arnold & Jean Williams were the greeters at the door, on Sun- day, Oct. 22, at 11:15 a.m. for Nestleton United Church. Rev. Dale Davis in his ser- mom...presented an interesting, down-to-earth message, for the fine congregation present. Richard MacKenzie read Scrip- ture from Habakkuk and Luke. The four part choir sang a har- Seagrave by Ann Sandiford This is a final reminder for the Seagrave Church "Turkey Sup- per' next Wednesday Nov. 4th. Laurence Nicholls gave a report this week on the presbytery meetings which he has with her friends. are used. Sharmila lost a leg to cancer when she was six years old. With the help of a prosthetic leg, Sharmila is able to skip and swim Helping people with disabilities is just one way lottery funds Lottery funds are also used to provide grants in other areas such PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, October 24, 1989 -- 15 Jane Galbraith elected as Eastern Star Worthy Matron Nestleton-Caesarea News by Mabel Cawker monious number with the organist accompanying. The children enjoyed their illustrated story with the minister before retiring to classes. Offering received by Lawrence Malcolm & Ralph Sadler. Nestleton Anniversary Service on Sunday, Nov. 12, with well known, Dr. Robert McClure - the guest speaker. Keep in mind the Evening U.C.W. Unit to meet at the home of Regenia Walker this Wed. evening, Oct. 25, 8 p.m. At the friendly Caesarea Com- munity Church on Sunday morn- ing, at 11 a.m. Norma Spek led the service speaking on "Have Faith...The Hour Is Close' from Acts I...appealing to Christians to renew their Faith. Dana Gibbons read the Lesson and Frank Arney the Responsive reading. Rev. Dr. W.H. Crawford presented the opening and closing Prayers. An average attendance. Jack Geuzebroek of Whitby, will speak next Sunday at 11 a.m. Kathy Watt - organist. Nestleton Afternoon U.C.W. Unit Meets The setting for the October meeting on the 10th, was held at the delightful home of Effa Stain- ton, Williams Pt., with 10 members present. Leader Mable Cawker brought the meeting to order with a poem and a cordial welcome. An interesting worship period with theme 'Something to Share" presented by Marion Hall & Effa Stainton re - Stewardship. Hymns were sung and Script read by Ef- fa. Marion read "A definition of Christian Stewardship' from Mandate...written by Beth Woodruff. Effa - in lighter vein - gave a reading "Getting Older." Marion closed the program with a reading "Just for Today" followed by Prayer. Roli Call "How and Where did you meet your Spouse?" was well answered. The minutes were ap- proved as read by Gwen Malcolm and Treasurer's statement by Neta Fish. Cards were sent to the ill. Plans made for the upcoming Villa program and the Regional Presbyterial meeting in Hamp- ton. Meeting closed with Benedic- tion. Tempting refreshments were served by Marion Hall and hostess Effa Stainton. Apprecia- tion was extended by June Stevenson to all who had a share in the meeting. Social Notes Dr. Cheryl Cawker of Peter- borough and Sam & Mabel Cawker, Scugog Pt. Rd., visited in Oshawa on Sunday after- noon...the ladies attending a love- ly baby shower for Cindy Cawker...and Sam enjoying the afternoon with son Alan. A very enjoyable day! Oh! what a beautiful fall - day...can we hope that Indian Summer is on the Way? Let's hope so! Turkey Supper November 4th attended recently. There was a baptism at.church this past Sunday. Krystal Gail, daughter of Randy and Delores Currie was baptised. A reminder to the Robinglade Ladies Group, of the meeting this Cal Wednesday at the home of Ann Currie. Lots of birthdays this week. Alex Ingram, Ken Sturman, Alan Calder and my husband Bill San- diford. Ken Stephens also celebrated his 40th. Thanks to all Ontario Lottery Corporation Together we're making good things happen. [ Wita as sports and recreation, arts and culture, hospitals, and province- wide charities. This is how Lottery funds are working for you in your area. * The Cottage Hospital, Uxbridge * Lindsay Figure Skating Club, Lindsay * Whitby Public Library, Whitby * Fairhaven Home for the Aged, Peterborough his friends who celebrated with him and in particular to Sandy Jonah for all her help. That's it for this week. For news next week please call Diane Cooke at 985-3722.