Happenings

By Carolyn Adriaansen (926-4436)

The early Dutch immigrants coming to Wayne County, beginning around 1840 as a part of the second Emigration from Holland, crossed the Atlantic Ocean in sailing vessels. The entire voyage could last from two to three weeks to one or two months. Most left Holland from Rotterdam, but the port at Antwerp, somewhat closer, was also used. In 1873 the Dutch formed the Holland-American Steamship Line and began running steamers to aid from Rotterdam and New York City. The time of the voyage was reduced to about nine days and the cost for third class or steerage from $20 to $12.

FOUND: A female Calico cat on Witherden Road, Marion. Call 597.0229.

What are your thoughts on preserving the Marion Presbyterian Church?

Thanks...to Boy Socuts and 4-H members who worked on the food drive; all contributions went to the Marion Pantry. Many volunteers packed and stored the food items. The Food Pantry is located in the Educational Building behind the Second Reformed Church on Mill Street.

OPEN HOUSE at Potpourri of Gifts on November 19 and 20. A unique shopping experience for one of a kind gifts with a special touch. Beautifully hand crafted items, pottery and fine arts! Door prizes and refreshments. Open 10 to 5.

Remember: The 30 Dip Dinner at the Marion Legion Home on Witherden Road. Today, November 19 from 5-7:30 p.m. Complete menu.

The Marion Central School Board of Education Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 22 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, November 30. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the high school library.

Madelyn DeNearing continues to recuperate following knee surgery.

The new COMMUNION SET used at the United Church is a gift given in memory of Anna Cady.

Elmer Bertou has moved to the Armstrong Senior Living on East Maple Ave. Newark, Apt. 214.

CONGRATULATIONS! to Ron and Cindy Dey on the occasion of their 40th wedding Anniversary on November 14.

Kate Buyck is now in residence at the Marion Senior Citizen Complex on Sunset Drive.

Family Night Roller Skating Party sponsored by the Marion PTA - Friday, November 19, 7-8:30 p.m. at Marion Elementary School. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

NOVEMBER 22, 1913: A large number of teams and men are at work scraping out the cellar for the new Catholic Church to be erected on the corner of Union and Maple Streets.

Dear Dan: There was some 'white stuff' on the cars and lawn on Tuesday morning. And Happy Birthday, Mary, on the 19th!

November 21 - Pancake breakfast - ALL YOU CAN EAT! Pancakes, French toast, home fries, sausage, eggs, toast, coffee and juice. Sponsored by the Macedon Fire Department. One Canal Park. Servings from 8 a.m. to noon.

Although turkeys were plentiful, there is no record that they were eaten on this first Thanksgiving holiday. The turkey, according to one doubtful source, is said to have gotten its name from the doctor on Columbus's first voyage, Luis de Torres, who exclaimed 'Tukki' on seeing the unusual fowl for the first time. This is Hebrew for 'big bird.' The word 'turkey' was familiar to the Pilgrims from their days in England where it meant a guinea fowl. This bird was imported into England by way of Turkey and acquired the name of the country. The resemblance between the guinea fowl and our native bird caused the latter to be called, 'turkey.'

Cross Country results - the boys cross country team did well at sectionals this Saturday by finishing 7th out of 12 teams. Greatly improved performances by Rocco Ventura, Nate Hill, and Craig Dolecki led the team to a strong finish. Congratulations to senior Mark Hussey. Mark finished third in Class DD to win a sectional shield and a trip to White Plains near NYC for the State Meet. Mark is a five-time sectional shield winner.

In girls cross country, junior Liz Boerman ran a good race to finish fourth in class DD and win a Section 5 shield.

Congratulations to all who participated in the Blood Drive. 54 pints were donated. Mr. Christie and Mrs. Lammers would like to thank all who gave and tried to give. The goal was 40 pints.

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