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Port Perry Star, 6 Jul 1977, p. 21

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Fah ; AAT Sis LEE Ns Es fax SANT AS Bi Prince Albert News Martyn picnic recalls history by Mrs. Grace Beacock Prince Albert United Church congregation remembered to go to church on Sunday, and so did many more of the Martyn Family and together they heard of "The King who knew not Joseph'. The theme of the sermon by Clarence Sadler of St.Thomas was on remem- bering ancestry. It dealt with the Methodist ancestry of the Martyn family and other pioneers of this district, and is challenged the living to express their faith today. Wayne Wanamaker of Oshawa, great-grandson of Will Martyn, late of Prince Albert, sang "The Lord's Prayer". Bruce Snelgrove with his viola added to the organ accompaniment pro- vided by his wife, Myrtle. The hymns were further enlivened . by trumpet descants played by Rick .Creuzburg. - "Sound the trumpet" will be heard in many more churches in the future. The offering was gathered by Allen and Laverne Martyn. At the family picnic held in the Community Centre at noon, Earl Martyn, who had helped with many of the local arrangements, received a birthday cake from his family. In the afternoon, assisted by: pictures, moving and still, Clarence Sadler told the story of the coming in 1846 of William and Sarah Brown Martyn with six children from Tintagel, Cornwall to Cobourg, Canada. ] became grandmother to Tremeer and Gibsons of this area; son Phillip became grandfather to many Martyns and Rennicks and Canadian-born John B. Martyn established his family in Bowmanville. John Dyer of Oshawa added the story of the original William Martyn's sister Mary, wife of John Cock, a Bible Christian preacher, whose family came also and their daughter Mary became INVEST NOW! Victoria & Grey Trust Guaranteed Investments 9" FOR 5 YEARS '9vs Percent if Interest is paid annually, ~-- INTEREST -- is payable half yearly or may be left to compound EMMERSON TMSURANCE AGENCY LIMITED 193 Queen St. Port Perry Be me-- Daughter 'Maria Mrs. Daniel D. Dyer. Lorne Martyn enjoyed seeing success in his' summoning of the family. . One evening last week a combined group comprising of Sunday School and church choir formed a get- together when all enjoyed dinner at Haugen's Barbeque. At a fitting time Chas: Willis explained the purpose of the party being joyous but mingled with regrets as Jim and Ann McGregor being with us only three years have decided to depart from our area. We furthered relating they' had proven ardent workers in the phase of the church therefore Jim and Ann were presented with a piece of crystal and four matching flower containers for which recipients sincere- ly expressed their apprecia- tion. Sunday, June 26 the spacious grounds of Mr. and Mrs. Clare Vernon was alive with the - Swain Graduates Dr. Larry Mark, son of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Mark, Port Perry graduated from the faculty of medicine, University of Toronto on Friday, June 10, 1977. Larry is now doing post- graduate work at St, Joseph's Hospital in Toronto. CONTINUOUS ~ FORMS available at the Port Perry. Star 985.7383 immediate clan. Those invited were the grand- mother Mrs. L.. Janet Swain plus all her family and grandchildren totalling sixty. Reminiscing and sports occupied the afternoon then followed up wth the buffet comprising of fine flavoured foods. The evening shadows fell and it was a hint to leave as everyone repeated- ly voiced a memorable picnic. Kin présent from Sault Ste. Marie, London, Fergus, 'Toronto, Black- stock, Brooklin and local. The June meeting of the U.C.W. were invited to the home of Mrs. R. Brawn who kindly announced all the" ladies feel free to tour the manse and they did just that with enjoyment. President Mrs. R. Deeth tabled the meeting by first a welcome to all and requested reports from Secretary Mrs. D. Bidgood and Treasurer Harris-- Hodgins. A committee of six or so to arrange for fair booth. President to present U.C.W. awards to Shirley Chambers and Jackie Skelding at the public school. Devotion was in charge of Mrs. G. Hunter, Mrs. R. Hope, Mrs. C. Reid who chose Lord's Prayer which impressed everyone as it was put across in the form of a skit. The members were privi- leged to have a guest speaker (also a friend of our president) Mrs. Jackie Guthrie representative of Oshawa Presbytery. Her subject was based principly on "Women's Rights' also referred to some: of the recomendations derived from International Womans Year created an instructive open discussion. Suitable lunch was served by Mrs. Love, Mrs. Brough, Mrs. Daigle. All agreed a worthwhile meeting to end the season. One evening recently the Doubles Club held a well attended successful Bar- beque on the church grounds as a last social function til fall. We are pleased to learn Terry Hodgins is home from the hospital therefore a speedy get-well to you Terry. Praises to Albert Jeffrey and Les Beacock who parti- cipated in the horse-shoe pitching at one of the Centennial functions of Stouffville on Saturday as a result each returned home with a trophy. Mr. and Mrs. F. Gibson, Coboconk have been guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. Geer for a week during which time visited the L. Beacocks and many other folk too. Rev. and Mrs. J. King of Kingston spent a few days with their daughter Mr. and Mrs. D. Bidgood and child- ren. Mr. and Mrs. D. Me- Cullough were accompanied by their son Ray and wife of Cobourg when the four travelled to Vanklock near Hawksbury to witness the vows of the Boa-McCrae wedding. Mr. and Mrs. L. Huston are home from a fabulous trip visiting relatives and friends in England. Three couples, the Roy Hopes, Ed. Andrews, E. Cannings, spent the week- end camping in Orillia area. Mr. and Mrs. C. Love had her sister and husband Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Brock, Port Perry and friend Mrs. Garber of the state of Pen- nsylvania for evening dinner on Wednesday. The Les Beacocks were company with his sister, Mr. and Mrs. T. Cole, Oshawa, on Friday and with their son the Bryan Bea- cocks on Sunday. Thought: 1 was born, I live and hope to die in Canada. E. Hull. NPhotography 7, Candid Weddings ik 220 COCHRANE ST. PORT PERRY SIEBE REKKER 985-7086 Join The at their PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, July 6, 1977 -- 21 0 -- a R LC] a on 1. [iy ¥ | at YY I bas : : | » wea bn == ' 3 rN y TE DOS RH | . y a Ne nn San 7% Va 4h rh nu 20000 RE ' | ' : u 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW COMPLETELY FINISHED. - Erected on your lot ou C.M.H.C. Approved - A.H.O.P. Eligible H Call COBOURG HOMES for details. u [416] 372-9432 a 0 0 0 MORTGAGE LOANS 1st Mortgages from 10%% 2nd Mortgages from 11%% No Salary Requirements. Completely Open. Homes-Cottages-Farms-Debt. Consolidation MORTGAGES PURCHASED Call FRANK COULSTING COLLECT SUTTON (416-)722-8343 Morris Pompili Mortgage Broker T.F. Canadian Cancer Society THANK YOU On behalf of the Scugog Township Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society, | would like to extend sincere appreciation to the Captains and Canvassers who gave so generously of their time and as a result put the 1977 Campaign over the top. Thanks to those who contributed so gener- ously to help continue Research, Education, and Service to Patients in the fight against Cancer. Also a special thanks to those organizations who held Special Events and donated all or part of the "net proceeds to the Cancer Campaign. Listed below is a breakdown of the area contributions. 1976 1977 Reach Township $3,026.00 $3,128.00 Port Perry $2,726.00 $3,147.00 Scugog Island $750.00 $694.00 Cartwright $1,751.00 $1,917.00 Organizations & Special Donations $1,157.00 $1,035.00 $9,410.00 $9,921.00 Increase over 1976 $511.00 Allotted objective $6,500.00 $8,500.00 Increase over allotted objective $2,910.00 $1,421.00 Arnold E. Roach. Campaign Chairman. "Lions Fest" NEW ARENA FRIDAY, JULY 15 - "Something Blue' SATURDAY, JULY 16 - "Happy Wanderers' ADMISSION '2.50 Per Person - REFRESHMENTS & FOOD ve -- A inchs gr Rs Te - I CE EEN AN a EY ACA " NET, wo, -

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