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The Brussels Post, 1978-03-15, Page 15Correspondent Mrs. Allan McCall The March meeting of the 8th and 16th Unit was held. Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Doug Fraser when it was opened by a poem, Mary at the Tomb. Hymn "Beneath the Cross of Jesus" was sung. Mrs. George McCall read the scripture from. Mark 16: 1-15 followed by prayer. Keeping to the Easter Theme, Mrs. D. Fraser took as the topic "Count down to Easter". Offer- ing was received by Mrs. R. Houston. Hymn "My faith looks up to Thee". The devotions were closed by everyone repeating the Lord's Prayer. Mrs. Rae Houston presided for the business opening with a poem "Count your garden by the flowers." Minutes were read by the secretary, Mrs. Don McDonald. Roll call was ,answered by 9 members. Thank you cards were read from Linda McDonald and Connie Ingram. .In the discussion concerning the Ham Supper to be held at the church, the first Tuesday in June, a motion was made that the price for adults be $3.50 and children $1.50. Menus will be decided at next meeting. Announcements were given out for coming events. Plans were made for the Thankoffering service on April 9 at the church. The bale is to be packed in May. The copper collection was received. The meeting closed with a social half hour with lunch served by Mrs. Alvin McDonald and the hostess. Walton Unit The devotional period of the Walton Unit was led by Mrs.-Alex Gulutzin and Mrs. Howard Hackwell at their meeting on Wednesday evening, March 8. The hymn The Day of Resurrection was sung accomp- anied by Mrs. Ray Huether at the piano. 'Mrs, Glulutzen read the scripture from Matthew 28: 1-10 followed by prayer by Mrs. H. Hackwell and a poem, "The way of the cross leads to God." Hymn Christ the Lord is Risen Today, was sung. Mrs. Gulutzen read a poem "How Blessed are We." Mrs. Hackwell closed this part of the meeting with prayer. Rev. Baker showed a film on "The Wonder of it all." There is a lot to be learned in the wonder of children in just letting your imagination wonder. Their many questions of why - with the wonderful world of color , in everyday happenings. Mrs. Herb Traviss spoke on Winston Brown who was an ordained 'minister, a Jamaican Baptist for her topic, taken from the study book on, the Caribean. Mrs. Allan McCall was in charge of the business opening with an Easter Poem, Mrs. Howard Hackwell read the minutes. Thirteen members were present. Offering was 'received and dedicated. Arrangements were made for the lunch for the Thankoffering service on April 9 at 8 p.m. when Rev. and Mrs. R. Boulger of Monkton will be guests. U.C.W. of Duff's. Church, Walton are invited to Northside U.C.W. Spring Thankoffering on Tuesday, March 28 at 8 p.m.' Guest speaker, Mrs. Bruce Eaton, Staffa. Announcements were given out for the London Conference in April, the Westminster weekend in May; the Alma School for Women in August with the one day school at Alma College on Tuesday, August 22. Delegates wishing to go are to contact Mrs. Wey, U.C.W. President. The shower for Cathy McDonald will be held on Friday, April 9. Several in the unit offered to take sandwicheg and the 8th Majestic. WI Marks St. Patrick's Day STUDENTS March Break is a Good Time to visit your Canada Manpower Centre For Students Avoid The. Rush - Register Early Canada Manpower Centre For Students Listowel 291-2922 DOWN with FUEL COSTS! Install a — HEATSAVER FIREPLACE. * CAPABLE of saving as much as 50,000 B.T.0 an hour. EFFICIENT heat recovery design. * UTILIZE existing air ducts. * ADAPTABLE to automatic room temperature control. IDEAL for home or "Cottage. * WASTE NOT - want not this winter - phone now for further particulart, Pat. Pend. THE BRUSSELS POST, MARCH 15, 1978-15 VValton pack bale and 16th unit is in charge. Rev. Baker closed the meeting with prayer followed, by lunch by Mrs. Bill Thamer, Mrs. Frank Kirkby and Mrs. Alex Gulutzen. Court Whist Party ..The Walton Community hall was decorated with shamrocks, birds and flowers for the Court Whist party on Friday, March 10. There was a good turnout with ten tables in play. Prize winners with lady's cards - High, Mrs. Dave Watson; 2nd high card - Mrs. Mrytle Fairservice, Londesboro; low - Mrs. Howard Hackwell. Playing with men's cards, high - Mrs. Merton Hackwell;, 2nd high card - Mrs. Roily Achilles; low card - Mrs. Ernie Stevens. Door prizes were won by Mrs. Earl Watson and Mrs. Howard Hackwell. In charge at the door were Mrs. Harold' Hudie and Mrs. Ken McDonald. Lunch committee were Mrs. Mac Sholdice; Mrs. Harvey Craig; Mrs. Neil McGavin and Mrs. Allan McCall. Mission. Band 23 members attended the March meeting of the Mission Band on Sunday morning held in the church basement. They held their meeting in form of the World Day of Prayer service with some members from all classes taking part. They joined in singing They'll know we are Christians by our Love, As Children of one Father and He's got the whole world in His hands. Cathy McGavin gave the treasurer's report. Then they had a sing-song led by Mrs. Neil McGavin. Mrs. Merton Hackwell was pianist. • The children then went to their classes, with regular teachers, Mrs. M. Hackwell, Mrs. Ross Bennett, Mrs_, Mac Sholdice and Mrs. N. McGavin. Personals Mr. and Mrs. Bill Coutts spent a few days last week in Acapulco, Mexico flying from Buffalo, New York. We are sorry to hear Keith Clark is again in Seaforth Community Hospital. We hope he is soon much improved. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Watson spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harris (nee Sandra Watson) in London. WARM AIR To Warm Air Ducting COOL. AIR Peons Cold Air Return Din nog Central Ontario Metal and Construction Ltd 42 Main Street, Milverton Phone 519 595-824 • Call for Satisfied Customer References, 4 sizes of bags. MINI-GREENHOUSE .GOOD SELECTION OF SEEDS from Ontario Seed Co. Ltd. S Start your Summer Plants Now for use all year The majestic Women's Institute met in the library March 8 for their Citizenship and World Affairs meeting. President Mrs. Doris McCall welcomed the ladies and St. Patrick's Day was emphasized. The ploughing match was I discussed and the members were informed that speakers from the ploughing match headquarters would come out to a meeting tct answer questions and give infor- mation that might be helpful. Billets for the ploughing match workmen and visitors were requested. Various courses on home- making which would be offered during the coming year were discussed. Mrs. Marie McTaggart gave the motto "The Community is my County:to Keep it secure and 'safe is my Duty".. She stressed the part Senior Citizens can play in the preser- vation of fine ideals; their wisdom can help ailing society. Mrs. Leona Armstrong spoke also on citizenship. Respect for the rights of others, stood out as an essential quality of a good citizen. She told members in a most interesting way about her work as a councillor for Grey Township stating that the interest and concern of 2,000 people was part of her responsibility. Mrs. Ruby Stie ss read a number of current events finishing with a short article on the prices of good back in 1927. .An executiVe meeting is called for March 27 at 1:30 p.tri. at the Library. Next meeting will be our Annual Meeting April 12 at 12:30 p.m. with dinner at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Roll Call—IntrOduce your guest and identify your sunshine sister. It was decided to hold a bazaar and Bake Sale November 18 in the Library. Lunch served by Mrs. Leona Connelly, Mrs. Hazel Matheson, Mrs. Mary Blake and Mrs. Alberta Smith.