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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1986-01-15, Page 2Mat izen BRUSSELS NEWS The McWhirterfamily held theirfamily New Year's day in the Brussels Legion auditorium. Family members attending included Jack and Kay McWhirter with Jackie Cooke and family from Glencoe, Connie Pletch and family from Ilderton, Mr. and Mrs. Gary McWhirter from London, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Willis, Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Dalton and family from Londesboro, Mr. and Mrs. Paul McCallum and family from Walton, Mr. and Mrs. Stan McClure and family from Walton, Mr. Wayne Willis and Lucie Ray of Edmonton, Mr. and Mrs. George McWhirter and David from Kitchener, Elvin McWhirter, Isabel Tracy and Kim of Brussels, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Shaw of Blyth, Brenda McDonald and family of Blyth and Mr. and Mrs. John Nesbit and family of RR 2, Blyth. Some 47 members of the family attended and a good time was had by all. When the elves were putting away the Christmas decorations, they came across a couple of brand new woodburners and a shower stall (slightly damaged) tucked away in a corner of the basement Max needs this space (to say nothing of the money) for summer lawn furniture so he is putting very SPECIAL prices on these items Shower Stall. $75.00 List price $129 Chaleur Woodbumer 350.00 List price $599 Downdraft, glass front. 250.00 List price $389 Fireplace logs - 99' Wide selection of luggage at i/2 price The elves say "you must see these bargains!" at Oldfield Pro Hardware and Radio Shack Brussels 887-6851 Radio nook Brussels Lions Annual Polar Daize Weekend Jan. 18, 19 & 20 SATURDAY Dance to Anything Goes 9 - 1 in Brussels, Morris & Grey Community Centre Tickets available from any Brussels Lions member or at the door. $4 per person -- lunch included Skidoo Poker Rally Registration at arena 12 - 2 p.m. Cash prizes for top 3 poker hands Poker Rally starts at the arena in Brussels. It is approximately 33 kilometres in length. Cross Country Skiing Registration at arena 1 - 2 p.m. Cost $1.00 per skier Bused free to Conservation area for skiing. Back by 4 p.m. Draw prizes back at the arena. Curling Bonspiel SUNDAY MONDAY FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: RON CLARKSON Come out for a fun filled weekend. All proceeds towards community betterment. PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1986. Callender news United church holds service Many Brussels residents went visiting over the holiday period and two winged residents were no exception. Two white swans owned by Bruce McCall of Brussels, decided to take a paddle down stream to visit Wingham during the holiday period. The swans apparently set out in search of new horizons when the water was let out of the Brussels Millpond. Mr. McCall noted that he was away and missed a couple of The Past Noble Grands Club met in the Common Room on Monday evening, January 6, Mary David- son, president being in charge of the meeting. The roll call was answered with nine members. Sister Margaret McCutcheon, Sec. read the min- utes and the treasurer's report. A get well card was signed by the members and sent to Sister Anne Th,ime. Members decided to cancel the Feb. and March meet- DORA METZGER Mrs. Dora Metzger of 301 Eighth Ave. Hanover, died Dec- ember 25, 1985 at General and Marine Hospital, Owen Sound. She was the beloved wife of Sylvester Metzger, dear mother of Audrey, Mrs. Rodney Helwig, of Neustadt; Gloria, Mrs. C. L. Vanslyke, of Toronto; Rev. David Metzger of Pembroke; Lewis of Barrie and Emily, Mrs. George Cousins of Brussels. One son William predeceased her. Also surviving are 13 grand- feedings, which probably prompt- ed the odyssey. Since the swans are pinioned and cannot fly, they paddled their way downstream from Brussels to Wingham, eventually showing up below the foundry, where the Howson Dam blocked further progress. "The birds showed good sense in their selection of a new home", said Mr. McCall, who eventually learned the location of his run- aways. "It is sheltered, with access ings and the group will assume meetings in April. Jean Bridge conducted a few contests. Prizes were won by Mary Lowe, Mary Davidson, Marie McTaggart, Mar- garet McCutcheon and Sarah Stephenson. Euchre was played and a salad lunch was served by Mary Lowe, Vera Hastings and Sarah Stephenson. Mary Davidson thanked Verna Thomas and Winni- fred Edgar for having the meeting. children, nine great grandchildren and two sisters, Emma, Mrs. Orlando Meister of Hanover and Norma, Mrs. Herbert Metzger of Hanover. Laura Metzger, and William and David Schaus prede- ceased her. The funeral service took place from St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, on Dec. 28, 1985 at 2 p.m. Spring Interment will be in Hanover Cemetery. Memorial contributions are accepted to the charity of one's choice. Sunday, Jan. 5 Brussels United hurch group held the weekly church service at Callander Nurs- ing home. Betty Campbell read the scriptures. A trio consisting of Betty Campbell, Betty Graber and Lynn Thomas sang. Lynn Thomas also sang a solo. Monday, the residents played bingo in the afternoon with Bill Close holding the trophy. In the evening the Purdys from the Salvation Army visited. Euchre was played on Tuesday. Eva Stewart was transferred to Wing- ham hospital. Wednesday evening the United Church ladies sang hymns with Lark McDonald at the piano. to food, and in fact is even better than their usual wintering spot on the river in front of his house". "In addition Jim and Gail Newell of RR 2, Wingham, have been feeding them, as has he. They're being well looked after." Although the swans appear quite comfortable where they are, Mr. McCall said he plans to come over and collect them soon. Recapturing them does not pose any great problem, since the birds are quite tame and will come when he calls them. However it does appear to be a job for hip-waders, and he would prefer to wait until the weather is not quite so cold, he said. There's no problem having them stray at this time of year, but in the spring when the swans mate and begin nesting he wants them nearby where he can keep an eye on them. Mr. McCall, who has a licence to keep the birds, also has three young swans which stayed at home. Jalmar Pietikainen was trans- ferred to Wingham Hospital on Thursday. Friday, Ann Smith played the piano in the morning and in the afternoon, Karen Cardiff and Jean Evans led the discussion group. Just a reminder to all residents that January 16 is voting day. There will be an election for President and Vice President for Resident Council. Three residents are in Wingham Hospital, Jack Hamilton, Eva Stewart and Jalmar Pietikainen. It is hoped they will soon be well and back home. Noble Grands Club holds luncheon meeting Woman dies in Owen Sound COMMUNITY CALENDAR WEDNESDAY, JAN. 15 TO TUESDAY, JAN. 21 CARDIFF & MULVEY Brussels Itt Al EST \1E & INSURANCE tED. 887-6100 BROKEN Wed., Jan. 15 - Euchre Party at Belgrave Hall 8 p.m. Sat., Jan. 18 - Robbie Burns Dance Brussels Legion Sat., Jan. 18 -Lions Polar Daize Dance - Brussels, Morris, Grey Community Centre Sun., Jan. 19 - Lions Club Snowmobile Poker Rally Lions Cross Country Skiing - Conservation Area. Mon., Jan. 20 -Curling Bonspiel - Brussels, Morris, Grey Community Centre. Howick Mutual InsuranceCompany Wroxeter--335-3561 Brussels swans visit Wingham