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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-01-19, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2012. Good thing they’ve got goggles Tyrees Moser, centre and Jack Pipe, right, try and catch a high wrist shot during a game of pick-up road hockey at Brussels Public School. Roman Burke, left, waits to see who ends up with the ball. (Denny Scott photo) January half over with little snow Dreaded January is half past, so start smiling. Even without much snow the days have slipped away. Family visits are always fun, so when brother Bill with Pauline from Hamilton popped in last week, we had a good time checking out pictures from our youth. This being retired is pretty fine. I’ve had a chance to check into boxes that have not had daylight for 30 years. The treasures were great.Memories and stories came backas Bill and I reminded each other ofwee details that the other didn’trecall. Pictures of picnics, relatives long dead, cars and pets from the past, recognition of family resemblances in our grandchildren from pictures of long ago. I really like the circle of life theory, new things get old and then before you know it, years have past and there they are seen as new again. As we move from one year to the next, the media is loaded with lots of letters and speeches and good wishes from various and sundry people. Reading and listening to them all at once can be pretty heavy. One I saved from Dec. 30 from Governor General David Johnston, sounded like he knew Brussels. He brings his low key style to this new job just as he did as president of the Universityof Waterloo and his style cameacross in the printed world.He said “more than 80 per cent ofCanadians give to a worthy cause every year and 12 million Canadians give as volunteers more than two million hours of their time.” The article reported that 2010 tax returns show $8.3 billion in charitable donations, from 5.7 million money earners, an increase of 6.5 per cent, very impressive considering the economy. Governor General Johnston’s greetings reflects his style, his values and the spirit of Canadians. So it was a nice read on a January day. We do count our blessings, we can see past ourselves and we do help in the common good. Good for us. Take care of yourself. Bye now, Betty G.W. By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 A NOTE FROM BETTY At the Branch Branch hosts HCBP annual dinner By Jo-Ann McDonald It has been a busy week at the Brussels Legion Branch. The Cadets started off the week with their meeting on Tuesday evening. They had sports night and went to the Brussels Public School for games and activities following their opening exercises. On Wednesday evening the Branch had the Huron County Beef Producers for their annual dinner meeting. There were nearly 70 folks present to listen to the reports, guest speakers and elect new board members. They enjoyed a roast beef dinner prior to the meeting. Working on behalf of the Branch were Comrades Linda Bird, Judy Lee, Deb Caan, Mabel Glanville and Jo-Ann McDonald. Volunteers helping included Mary Bradshaw with Olivia McArter and Christina Gibson working on their school volunteer hours. The Thursday night darts had a good night. Winners were: first, Gord Jacklin and Sandra Josling; second, Glenn Zehr and Linda Bird; high, Gord, 120 and Linda, 114. The Friday night supper of roast pork was enjoyed by over 40 diners. This week is wings, fries and salads. Pub night will follow with wings available until 10 p.m. with meat draws being held throughout the evening. Come out and join us and bring your friends. The Saturday afternoon euchres resumed with nine tables of players hoping to be the first winners of 2012. Winners were: first, Tom and Eileen Sloan, 68; second, tied, Ed and Marie Stewart and Viola Adams and Ruth Sharpin, 65; third, Lillian Appleby and Mae Ritchie, 64; lone hands, Lorna and Ethel, five; low, Frank and Betty Hulley, 50. Euchre is every two weeks. The Brussels Fire Department held its Christmas party on Saturday evening at the Branch. They enjoyed a roast beef and chicken dinner prior to their evening of fun. Presentations were also made to some deserving firefighters by Huron East Fire Chief, Marty Bedard. The group then went downstairs where teams were decided and they played games of crib, euchre and darts for points. They rounded out their evening with a rousing game of spoons. They had a great evening. The helpers for the evening were Jo-Ann McDonald, Judy Lee, Deb Caan, Mary Bradshaw, Olivia McArter and Christina Gibson. Linda Bird was the bartender for the evening. The Zone double darts was held in Exeter and the Branch had three sets of men participate. Advancing to District play are the teams Eric Ross and Andy Adams and Ken Bird and Bob Richardson. Team Ron Schmidt and Dan Byersbergen had a good day but failed to qualify. Congratulations to everyone. The first Sunday night dance of 2012 was a fantastic success. There were over 100 folks attending to enjoy the music of the Country Versatiles. The first dance was made extra special with the celebration of a 90th birthday. Regular attendee Phyllis Lee celebrated her birthday by providing birthday cake for everyone. Comrade Elaine Nichol is still in hospital and Comrade Bush Whittard was in hospital for a couple of days, but is home and is out and about again. The general meeting is Tuesday evening and all Comrades are always encouraged to attend. Membership is a priority and new members are always welcome. Dues are due for the remaining Comrades who haven’t had time to drop in. NEWS FROM BRUSSELS PUB NIGHT with Wings and Meat DrawsFriday, Jan. 20 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Brussels Legion Municipality of Huron East COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS The Municipality of Huron East is seeking individuals who are interested in serving on the following committees: BMG Board of Recreation Management – monthly meetings held on second Wednesday of each month – a representative is required from the Brussels Ward Brussels Medical Dental Committee – 3 to 4 meetings during the year – a representative is required from the Grey Ward Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter with their qualifications and interest to the undersigned by January 31st, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. Brad Knight, CAO Municipality of Huron East 72 Main Street South, PO Box 610 SEAFORTH, ON N0K 1W0 519-527-0160 Walton-area consent application approved despite woodlot Huron County Council approved a consent application for a property just east of Walton in Huron East at the Jan. 11 meeting of the Committee of the Whole. The application conformed with all of the Huron County Planning Department’s requirements with the exception of the size of the parcel that was to be severed. Huron County Planner Sandra Weber stated that the 19 acres proposed to be severed included a woodlot and that was the reason the planning department had to recommend denial of the application. Huron East Council, however, saw past the problem and voted that the application be approved, moving it up to the Huron County Council level, where it was also approved. Property owner Tom Williamson stated that he and his family had a lot of pride in the woodlot proposed to be severed with the home and that the buyer for the rest of the property was not interested in the woodlot. “This is another example of the Provincial Policy Statement and its one-size-fits-all approach,” said Huron East’s Joe Steffler. “This is a good example of why it doesn’t work.” Central Huron Mayor Jim Ginn, who has been critical of the Provincial Policy Statement for years, agreed with Steffler, saying the Williamson case was a perfect time to deviate from the provincial regulations. “You couldn’t ask for someone better to own this property,” Ginn said, “and I applaud him for his actions and I support it.” By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen SILENT AUCTION Something for everyone. January 21, 10 am to 2 pm Brussels Mennonite Fellowship