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Port Perry Star, 20 May 1992, p. 23

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"Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" PORT PERRY STAR - Wednesday, May 20, 1992 - 23 The setting for the May 12 meeting was the attractive home of Neta Fish, with 10 members present. Leader Ma- bel Cawker presided and opened the meeting with a warm welcome and a Mother's Day thought. The snowbirds were welcomed back from the south. Roll Call: Something special for Mother's Day brought forth many comments re our wonder- ful mothers. Minutes approved as read by Secretary Barb Weir. Cards were sent to Grace Jack- son and Gail Malcolm. The treasurer statement showed a good balance on hand as report- ed by Neta Fish. Over 40 calls made by members on shut-ins etc. Many paper rolls were turned in for Hospital Auxil- iary. Keep saving stamps, soup labels and card fronts. Neta Fish in charge of the ef- fective worship about "Hannah, The Praying Mother" based on scripture 1st Samuel, Chapter 2: 1-10 read by Gwen Malcolm. Two hymns were sung and Elsie Bye read a splendid article enti- tled "Patterns of Life". A hu- morus reading by Neta re keep- ing up with the Jones family, had everyone smiling. For the program, a contest by Neta brought many laughs and little prizes were handed out. After- closing with Benediction a tasty lunch was served by Neta and Elsie and sociability enjoyed. Gwen expressed the apprecia- tion to those in charge and Neta for the use of her home. Community Family News Eighty one year old Mrs. May Notman Martin of Scotland spent the weekend with her nephew Roy and Kay Notman, and family in Nestleton for the weekend. She will be visiting with the Notman relatives in- Willowdale for a two week peri- od. So nice to meet Mrs. Martin at church and get acquainted. Daughter Marlene Bannister and friend of Peterborough treated Neta Fish, Cadmus to dinner on Saturday evening at Haugen's Chicken Barbecue at Manchester. An enjoyable hour of sociability. Recent guests with the Sam Cawkers of Scugog Point Road were David and Cheryl Clarke of Peterborough who were din- ner guests on Saturday eve- ning, a time of visiting and rem- iniscing. Sorry to miss son Alan and Eleanor Cawker on Sunday af- ternoon! Son Grant was back to the farm on Saturday assisting father Sam with some technical skills re machinery and a great visit was a highlight. Mrs. Mamie Magill of Nestle- ton, celebrated her 80th birth- day in style on Sunday after- noon, May 17. The festivities were held in Nestleton Commu- nity Centre, with many rela- tives and friends present to wish her the best. A lovely tea was enjoyed by all, delicious food to suit every appetite, and pleasant company to chat with. A very nice celebration for Ma- mie, we wish her many more > It may look simply like footwear to you, but it's part of a 12,000 people $1.5 billion industry that employs more than A figures from the Department of Industry. Science and Technology Canada When you buy Canadian, theres a payback. In jobs and a stronger economy: EVERY TIME YOU GO SHOPPING, YOU'VE GOT CHOICES TO MAKE AND DECISIONS TO REACH. Wi# CERTAINLY, YOU SHOULD COMPARE PRICE AND QUALITY. THEN, TAKE A MINUTE TO THINK ABOUT CANADA. WF BECAUSE WHEN YOU BUY A CANADIAN-MADE PRODUCT OR SERVICE, OR SHOP IN A CANADIAN STORE... THERE'S A PAYBACK. WF IN CANADIAN JOBS AND A STRONGER ECONOMY. Wis CANADA. BUY INTO IT. 4 Competing successfully in the office-furniture market demands high quality and competitive pricing. Canadian companies provide both, which would explain why they export more than $300 million worth of office furnishings annually. V Canada's recreational watercraft builders experienced some rough sailing during the recession. But with better times ahead and better products on the market, the future looks a lot brighter. That's good news for boating enthusiasts and the 3,000 Canadians who work in this $300 million industry. ] a 44 An » Small appliances aren't small when it comes to job creation. Some 5,000 workers in 65 companies produce nearly $500 million worth of small electrical appliances in Canada. No small achievement! ~~ lL fp Y~ Ft | ~~ +l Canada happy birthdays. Mrs. Constance Kemp of Kent, England, is visiting with her son Colin and Jean Kemp of Nestleton, for a two week peri- od. We trust she will enjoy her visit to Canada during this lovely time of year, and wish to- make a return trip soon. A Tragic Event A year old deer wandering about Caesarea had the misfor- tune to get caught in the fence between the homes of Albert Putsey and Len Jay, Mrs. Put- sey called 9-1-1 and Police Con- stable George of Port Perry came to investigate and found the deer had a broken leg so had to be destroyed. What a sad ending Nestleton United Church With a splendid attendance at Nestleton United on Sun- day, May 17, Arthur and Barb Weir were the warm greeters at the door. Rev. Dale Davis con- ducted the service and opened with the call to worship. The choir sang "Comfort Medley" with Karen Yellowless the pia- nist. An interesting story was of interest to the children, before attending classes. Rev. Davis' sermon was to do with growing and helping people in growing, everyone has burdens, try to help them cope. Very appropri- ate in these trying time. Bible lessons were read by Ken Weir from John and Acts. Arthur and Ken Weir re- Area resident celebrates 80th birthday ceived the offering. Service closed the Benediction and sang "All Thy Love". After the service, a pot luck lunch was enjoyed by 60 people, and a miscellaneous shower was hosted by church members Turnto Page 24 PET OF THE WEEX This week's Pet of the Week is a male husky. He is approximately two years old, and is up for adop- tion. He is silver and grey, and appears to be quite healthy, but will need shots. If you are interested in adopt- ing this dog or any other pet, please contact the Uxbridge- Scugog Animal Centre at 986- 9547. 3 --------------------------

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