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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2008-06-12, Page 2By Jo-Ann McDonaldThere was an exciting eventhappening at the Brussels LegionBranch this week.A film crew arrived to do somefilming at the Branch and at the Brussels United Church about a young man with ties to the Brussels community who served in World War I. Will Mayberry, whose name is on the Brussels cenotaph and on the stained glass window at the Brussels United Church is being remembered as one of the fallen soldiers featured on an upcoming series this fall. The series will hopefully be ready for November. It was Yap Productions that was on site filming with the crew of three and the historian, Marc George.George is the director of theCentral Museum of the RoyalRegiment of Canadian Artillery atthe Canadian Forces Base in Shiloh,Manitoba. The series title, Finding the fallen, is about soldiers who were involved in the Battle of Hill 70 and the 10th Trench Battalion, an all- Canadian Battalion, which suffered losses nearly as bad as the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Mayberry was a member of this battalion and his story will be explored and told. The crew arrived at the Brussels United Church to film then arrived at the Branch around 2 p.m. where they met with Glenn Bridge. A young man named Victor, who has been in contact with Bridge, is a freelance writer, who grew up in the Underwood area, and has always been an avid history buff. The Legion president also met with this young man and was quite impressed with his knowledge ofMayberry and what they haveuncovered in their research to thispoint.They filmed both downstairs andupstairs at the Branch.PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2008. We’ve had our share of the raindrops this week. Everything is once again shiny, green and beautiful. The Lions Club once again offered a fun time to the community. Their 31st elimination draw was held Saturday evening at the community centre. Delicious roast beef (or hot dogs) with all the good stuff that goes with it got everyone in the right mood as the tickets were drawn and removed from the big board. Balloon creatures and articles and faces beautifully painted kept the children busy and entertained while the adults visited. It’s one of those community events when folks mix and mingle and everyone has a good time. This year the Zweps were the big money winners. Thanks to all the Lions Club and their good wives for this evening. Decoration Day was held at several cemeteries on Sunday. This is a time to remember the folks from the community who have died. For Brussels we are fortunate that the Legion folk organize the service with the area churches in support. Sitting under the trees gazing over our well kept cemetery, memories of loved ones flowed. The Boyntons were back in the village over the weekend. Jeff, Nicole, Erin and Emma from Long View, Alberta were visiting with Bruce and Dawn Johnston and girls while Jeanette checked out her friends on Tory Hill. It’s always good to see old friends. Save your appetite and donations for lunch on Saturday at Foodland. The volunteers for Kids Corner will barbecue lunch for you to support their worthwhile work. So mark it on your calendar and know your money is well used and appreciated by the local churches who bring this opportunity to your children in July. Funfest plans are going well for the last weekend in July. Make breakfast part of your plans on the Saturday morning. The United Church is the place to meet your friends and have a nice visit while you eat. Father’s Day is on Sunday, so get the day started right and take Pop to the firehall where you’ll get enough breakfast to last him until supper. Our terrific fellas who are there for our safety also have enough practise cooking breakfast, you’ll not be disappointed. Support our firefighters and their work. Dad will feel appreciated at the same time. It’s a good deal for everyone. Bye now, Betty G.W. Film crew in town to honour fallen soldier Thank You to all who participated in the 2008 Brussels Lions Club Elimination Draw We hope you enjoyed the evening. Your involvement helps us to sponsor many local projects. Below is a list of this year’s winners: 2008 Brussels Lions Elimination Draw ~ Winners List $200. -Gerry and Julie Jutzi, Brussels $50. -Brian and Rozalyn Schlosser, Bluevale; Warren Wray, Listowel; Bob Rowe, Colleen Rice, Hensall; Jim Wheeler, Guelph; Merle Cousins, Brussels; Margaret, Dave, Ben Speers, Wingham; Doug Wheeler, Waterloo $75. -Mary Ann Grobbink, Walton; John Lowe, Brussels; Mary Thomas, Brussels; Mildred Gillis, Brussels; Wallace Bell, Brussels; Brenda and Brad Campbell, Seaforth $100. -Steve Dennis, Walton; Elsie Carter, Doreen Wurdell, Brussels, Hein Kuypers, Brussels; Brian Warwick, Brussels; Ken and Anne Murray, Walton; Malinda Exel, Brussels $150. -Cecil Moore, Brussels $200. -John and Pat Gillis, Brussels $250. -Jim and Linda McDonald, Brussels $500. -Glen Brubacher, Ethel $4,000. -Danica and Randy Zwep, Brussels Early Bird Winners ($100. each) -Wanda and Milton Dietz, Helen Hetherington, Malinda Exel OLDFIELD & Phone 519-887-6851 440 Turnberry St., Brussels • Satellite Radios • Bell, Rogers and Solo cell phones • GPS & iPods • Computer Sales, Service & Installation • Giftware for all occasions including home décor • Plus a complete line of hardware & farm supplies • Explornet High Speed Internet Sales & Installation of StarChoice and ExpressVu Satellite Dishes and 401 Turnberry St., Brussels 519-887-8011 CAFÉ More than just a great sandwich! Check out our new Summer Menu! Ask about catering for your get-togethers ~ seating for 50 ~ available in our upper deck room. Exciting new Summer Menu! Cool coffees, smoothies, great new salads and a whole lot more for lunches and Friday night dinners Don’t miss Brussels Sidewalk Sales Wednesdays ~ July to September Thank you to our loyal Friday night diners. Our regular hot entrée menu is still available for groups of five or more by reservation ~ 24 hours in advance. Brussels Firefighters Breakfast Bring your father to the Brussels Fire Hall for breakfast Sunday, June 15 7:00 am - 11:00 am Donations only To Frank Workman To you a well deserved retirement From years in the electrical ranks From us your loyal customers Good Luck and God Bless Frank! 50 years of electricity Is enough to make anyone spark Know that your job was well done Never leaving us in the dark. No more lugging long ladders No more pulling pesky wire No more marley connectors And no more muck and mire. Since the 50s you’ve been in a service van Be it maroon, grey, blue or white Customer service was a priority And you always did things right. So now it’s time to give the knees a rest Time for ohms, volts and regulations to go More time for Duncan and Everett Just to sit back and watch them grow. So thanks for all those service calls Thanks for your wiring old and new We’ll miss your prompt attention But we’re really happy for Kathy and you. From your Friends. APPOINTMENT MELODY WHITE Brussels Office Manager Keith Roulston, Publisher of The Citizen is pleased to announce the appointment of Melody White as manager of the Brussels office. Melody has been active in the Brussels community and has considerable experience working with the public through a number of positions she has held in the past. She is looking forward to serving The Citizen’s customers in Brussels and area. NEWS FROM BRUSSELS By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-6236 887-9231 A NOTE FROM BETTY A Brussels man was found guilty June 2 of one count of sexual assault following a trial in Goderich. Scott Somers, 27, will be sentenced in Goderich, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. The jury deliberated for just three and a half hours before returning with a guilty verdict. The offense dates back to July, 2004. A preliminary hearing was held in Wingham court in April, 2006. The trial began in Goderich May 27. Crown Attorney Bob Morris said the sentence will be determined following a pre-sentence report. Man found guilty WHAT ARE ASTHMA TRIGGERS? Asthma triggers are allergens and irritants that can create breathing problems when people with asthma are exposed to them. Common triggers include: • Pollens including tree pollen, grass pollen and ragweed • Cigarette smoke • Dust and dust mites • Pets and other animals • Food allergies • Weather and air pollution • Cold air and high humidity