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The Citizen, 2007-06-07, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 2007. The Walton Brewers hosted the Belmore Jrs. on Tuesday evening. On the mound for Walton was Paul Dolmage who pitched the five- inning game. Walton bats were hot scoring eight runs in the first inning on their way to a 14-4 win. The Scotts were hot, with Leonhardt and McDonald, both four for four at bat. Joining the Walton team for his debut was Jamie Pearn, brother of veteran team member Bruce Pearn. The Walton-Brussels fastball rivalry gave the Brewers the first win as they visited the Tigers Friday evening. On the mound for Walton was Leonhardt who threw a no- hitter in the complete seven-inning game. He faced 21 batters, striking out 18 and getting the other three out at first, in the 5-0 victory. Mark Feeney went two for two at bat for Walton. A small gathering of community friends met at the Walton Inn to wish Mary Humphries well in her new home at Huronlea. Mary received two beautiful bouquets of flowers and a small token from the group. They enjoyed cake and coffee and had a lovely morning visiting. In attendance were Marjorie Fraser, Helen Williamson, Kathleen Williamson, Audrey Hackwell, Mary Bryans, Margery Huether, Marie McGavin, Pat Nolan, Jeanne Kirkby, Leona McDonald, Helen Craig, Dianne Flood and Carson, Joan Perrie, Marilyn McDonald, Judy Lee, Patty Banks, Judy Emmrich and Anne Ryan who provided the cake. Also there were neighbours Gerry Ryan and Clarence Flood along with Neil McGavin. Home for another week’s holiday with Karen and Barry Hoegy was daughter Sherry Delay from Morristown, Tennessee. Attending the Huron Perth District annual Women’s Institute meeting at the Listowel Agriculture building were Walton members Leona McDonald, Brenda Perrie, Marion Godkin, Ruth Axtmann and Margaret McMahon. Congratulations to Jason Thompson and Jennifer Rea on the birth of a daughter Justice Lyn. Big brother Jordan was very excited about his new sister. Congratulations to the former Sandra Watson on her marriage to George Webb. Gerald Watson of Goderich was in attendance at the small intimate ceremony in London. Dropping in at the Walton Inn for lunch was former Walton area friend, Anna McNichol, with daughter Marg Lamont and Dianne Miller. She was so pleased to see so many old Walton friends including Neil McGavin, whom she babysat when he was just a wee boy. Congratulations to Neil and Marie McGavin who celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary with family and friends at their home. Away working at the Grand National Motocross race near Courtland were gate girls Judy Lee, Mary Bernard and Jo-Ann McDonald. The second race in the nine-race series culminates at Walton in August. It was hot, hot, hot and dusty but we survived with no sand flea attacks, freak wind swirls or torrential rain trying to drown us. It’s work but we have a great time together laughing, singing and joking around.Fishing was on the agenda for agroup of men this weekend. The annual Lindsay fishing tripincluded Waltoners, Matt, Masonand Brad Shortreed, Fred, Darrell,and Adam McClure, Matt Lee,Carman, Christopher and MikeBernard. They report the weather and boating were good but the fishing wasn’t that great. Celebrating birthdays for the end of May and first of June are Wendy Glauser, Phil Blake, Ron Strome Gerald Ryan, Valerie Shortreed, Hailey Bachert, Alexandra Humphries, Abby McGavin, Darrell Dalton, Rod Fritz, Phyllis Mitchell, Teegan McGavin, Kaleb Wilts, Sharon Dalton, Howard Hackwell, Scott McDonald, David Perrie, Thea Rijkhoff, Trevor Sutcliffe, Adam Forbes, Johanna Blake, Pat Dalton, Rob Shortreed, Erin Baan, Neil McGavin, Patricia Andrades, Bill Humphries, Ernie Lewington, Scott Dalton, Jillian Houston, Jacob McGavin, Jim Campbell and Sharon Stephenson. Win, win for Brewers The Friday night euchre party at the Cranbrook Hall was well attended with 7 1/2 tables at play. It was hosted by Marion Harrison, Adrian and Shirley Verstoep, Neil Hatt and Edna McLellan. The winners were: share the wealth, Sharon Freeman, Judy Hahn; travelling lone hand, Linda Minielly; high lady, Myrna Burnett; low lady, Isabelle Craig; lone hands, Isabelle Bremner; high man, Neil Hatt; low man, Adrian Verstoep; lone hands, Lloyd Smith. Lucky tally winners were: Beryl Smith, Yvonne Knight, Keith Turnbull, Margaret Peebles, Mary Davidson, Bill Craig, Leanne Minielly, Ross Stephenson, Mary Huether, Leslie Knight and Helen Dobson. The next euchre party will be June 15 at 8 p.m. Putting one over It was track and field on a warm and muggy Friday at Grey Central Public School. Lindsay Stewart puts her hand, arm and body to the shot putt event. (Bonnie Gropp photo) Leading the service at Duff’s United Church, Walton on Trinity Sunday was Gloria Wilbee. The Sunday school had promotion and awards handed out by Teresa Baan and enjoyed their year-end party afterwards. Greeting all attending church were Howard and Audrey Hack- well. Anniversary Sunday is June 24 at 11 a.m. with guest speaker Eleanor Woods from Troy. The food bank needs donations including peanut butter, soup and canned goods. Receiving the offering was Lavern Godkin and Don Baan. BBLLYYTTHH PPRRIINNTTIINNGG IINNCC.. BLYTH 523-9211 PRINTING IS OUR BUSINESS • Colour • Business Printing Forms • Posters • Brochures • Letterheads • Flyers • Envelopes • Carbonless • Business Forms Cards • Labels WE CAN DO IT ALL! You are cordially invited to attend the OFFICIAL OPENING of the Huron County Emergency Medical Services Wingham Station at 62 North Street West, Wingham TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2007 Open House: 2 – 7 p.m. Ribbon Cutting: 3 p.m. Please feel free to tour through the station. Refreshments available. 77688 Orchard Line, R.R.1 BAYFIELD 519-482-3020 Te-Em Farm...A Must Stop for the Gardener who Appreciates Top Quality and a Wonderful Selection! The Greenhouses are Full of Colour! ...by the Exhilarating Atmosphere! It’s Time to get your Gardens Growing. Everything to make them look Beautiful. Perennials • Nursery Stock CHECK OUT THE SPECIALS NOW ON! Home of Ted’s Tasty Tomatoes. Asparagus is Ready! Spring Hours...Mon-Fri 8-8, Sat 8-6 & Sun 9-5 NEWS FROM WALTON By Jo-AnnMcDonaldCall 887-6570PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON Promotion Sunday at Duff’s 7 1/2 tables in play at Cranbrook The Ethel euchre was held on Monday, May 28 with nine tables in play. Winners were: share the wealth, Joan Jacobs, Leona McDonald; high, Myrna Burnett, Allan Martin; lone hands, Helen Cullen, Mary Craig, Viola Adams, Adrian Verstoep; low, Beryl Smith, Bill Craig; tally, Verna Crawford, Allan Edgar, Florence Holmes, Keith Turnbull, Shirley Verstoep, Leona McDonald, Lloyd Smith, Isabelle Craig, Isabelle Bremner, Elaine Carson. The next euchre will be held on Monday, June 11 at 8 p.m. Women share wealth at Ethel BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED