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6 NORTH LEEDS LANTERN SOUTH CROSBY NON PROFIT HOUSING CORPORATION In 1981 Rideau Lakes Apartments, a twenty-three unit, two storey walk-up Senior Citizen Apartment opened its doors in Elgin. It was a very exciting time for this community and all seniors in our area. In a short period of time the building was full and had a healthy waiting list. At that time a need was proven and met. Since then our perception of aging has had to be altered. Who would have thought that tenants once able to climb the stairs briskly would slow down; arthritic knees, heart conditions, fractures, natural aging, etc. would make our second floor virtually inaccessible or that once there tenants would become prisoners in their own homes? Trying to get up these steep steps by yourself let along taking groceries is impossible for some. This was never our intention. Ground floor apartments are full and transfers impossible. Again, we recognize a need and feel compelled to meet it. Because we are unable to secure any government grants, and have, in fact, exhausted all other avenues, we are appealing directly to people and organizations sympathetic to the needs and problems of the aging. It is vital that we keep our semiâ€"ambulatory tenants comfortable and in their own homes as long as possible and we can only do this with your help. We desperately need to raise $35,000 for an electric lift. This includes site preparation of approximately $12,000, $22,000 for the cost of the lift itself plus $1,000 for relocation of existing equipment. The freedom to live independently is very important to all people and especially our Seniors. Help us to help them. We thank you in advance for your support for this worthwhile project. Cheques should be made payable to: Township of South Crosby. A11 gifts are tax deductible and receipts for income tax purposes will be sent to you. Mail cheques to: Margaret Jordan, Treasurer Rideau Lakes Apartments P.O. Box 25 Elgin, Ontario KOG 1E0 Small cheques gratefully ELGIN U.C.W. Tuesday, October 11, 1988 With an excellent attendance of 30 ladies, tonight's meeting was opened by President Shirley Bryden. The Worship, with Thanksgiving in mind was given by Elsa Emmons grouP. Elsa opened with a call to God, and Margaret Hendrick continued with a Prayer. Rene Waterfield read extracts from Psalm 139, and 2nd Corinthians Chapter 4. Offerings were taken and dedicated, and Daisy Coon concluded with a Poem. Phyllis Connell introduced a speaker, Mrs. Dawn Smith who has a degree in journalism and is at present taking a course in adult education. She is also very closely involved with "Family Focus" an organization with offices in several parts of the area. The organization has a most worthy task of helping among others, the poor, the illiterate, and the abused. One description of their work could be aptly named "Helping People to Help Themselves". They also organize dances and other entertainments for young people, with the thought in mind to keep them Occupied, and to discourage the use of drugs which can be a tremendous problem, particularly in rural areas, handicapped by the lack of transport. All these services are free, being funded by the local authorities. Secretary Lydia Tackaberry read the minutes of the last meeting and Enid Soper the Treasurer's report. There was a discussion concerning the donation to the Mission and Service Fund, and it was decided, in view of the present Sexuality problem, to withhold these funds until after the "Community of Concern" meeting which is due to take place on Nov. 24th. The matter will then be raised again, depending on the outcome of this meeting. Marjorie Earl gave a report on the Portland Rally which was a very successful and well attended meeting. She also gave a report on the recent "Un Picnic" which was a great success, and gave thanks to the Lions Club for the use of their Hall. The "World Day of Prayer" will be on March 3, 1989, this time to be held in Elgin Church. / Leorene Hayes gave details of the Flower Fund, Nina Churchill the Stewardship report, and Katherine Sides a brief reading from a book entitled "Listen to the Animals". Shirley closed the meeting with a Prayer which was followed by a happy social hour with lunch previded by Irene Guthrie's group. The next meeting will be on November 8th at 8 p.m. Plans were also discussed for the Christmas Bazaar to be held on Wednesday, November 2nd. RONALD GUTHRIE, FETED BY HARMONY MASONIC LODGE Wednesday, October 12th, was another landmark night in Harmony Masonic Lodge, Phillipsville. A Surprise Appreciation night was held for Ronald G. Guthrie, prominent retired Elgin business man. Since joining Harmony Lodge in 1950, Ron has been a tireless worker having served in nearly all lodge offices and was Master of the Lodge in 1961. The wives and widows of Masons were invited, arriving after the lodge meeting had begun to maintain the element of surprise. The lodge meeting proceeded with dispatch and promptly at 9:00 p.m., the ladies came marching in, led by Ben Campbell of Elgin. Surprise registered on Ron's face when he saw his wife, son, daughter-in-law and their 2 sons following Ben Campbell into the Lodge. Scott Charland, Master of Harmony Lodge, Ron's nephe w , opened the proceedings. Extending a hearty welcome on behalf of the Lodge, he turned the podium over to Ben Campbell, a life-long friend of the Guthrie's. In reminiscent mood Ben highlighted much of Ron's life and his marriage. Joe Raison, who was the next speaker, after a few words of felicitation gave a brief biography of Ron's Masonic career. Rev. Harry Seeley was next to come to the podium. He told of Ron's dedication and service to his church, pointing out that Ron now occupied the highest office available to a layman - that of elder and Clerk of the Session. In his usual inimitable manner Harry injected a little relevant humour into the proceedings and ended with his blessing and good wishes for Ron and Marj. The next speaker, Manley Charland, admitted in his opening remarks, that he had nothing but good to say about Ron, even if he was his brother-in-law. Much to Ron and Marj's delight, and slight embarassment, pictures from the family album, selected and transfered to slides were shown by his long time pal, Clifford Smith, who, with help from Ron and Marj provided explanatory commentary. An honoured guest and close friend of Ron's, former Grand Master Howard Polk who had journeyed from Ottawa to be present, spoke glowingly of Ron's Masonic dedication and accomplishments, and extended his best wishes for continued health and happiness. Howard Earle, District Deputy Grand Master, after of fering personal good wishes, presented Ron with a letter containing the good wishes and congratulations from Dr. William R. Pellow, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario. On behalf of Harmony Lodge, Robert Waterfield presented to the guest of honour, a beautifully framed picture of Ron attired in his Grand Lodge regalia. He added to Ron and Marj‘s attributes by recalling the warm welcome and friendship that was bestowed on him and his wife by the Guthrie's when they first came to Canada. Ron took his turn at the podium, saying that this wonderful evening came to him as a complete surprise and remarked that 1988 had been a most wonderful year, first his 50th Anniversary in June and now this most memorable occasion. In closing he expressed his thanks to his family, the Lodge and all who were in attendance including two cousins from Battersea, Mac and Walter Freeman. Both Marj and Ron were visibly moved by the ovation at the conclusion of Ron's remarks. Ron's son, Bruce spoke briefly of a loving relationship with his father. With grace and sincerity Marj expressed her thanks to the Lodge Committee, to those who. came from a distance and to the Lodge members for a night to be remembered. The formal portion of the program ended, the well -wishers retired to the banquet hall for lunch and a social hour. Elgin Ontario OUR wIDE VARIETY OF PRODUCTS and SERVICES include ‘ GIFTS : GROCERIES a: BABY CLOTHES a: : HEARING AID, wATCH and CALCULATOR. BATTERIES a: t URV CLEANING t and t 24 HOUR PHOTO-FINISHING SERVICES I a: LOTTO ceunze FOR tarmac and 6/49 . 359~5323 359-5323 OPEN 7 vAysinEK ,. received, larger ones in proportion!