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The Citizen, 1990-01-17, Page 12PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 1990. Auburn Hort. Soc. appoints new officers Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7589 Auburn Lions plan busy schedule of events The Auburn and District Lions Club have had a busy schedule of events lately. Although the Child­ ren’s Christmas Party was cancell­ ed due to the weather, bags of candy were distributed throughout the village. The Christmas Lights contest was once again a success with first prize awarded to Wayne Carter; second prize to Mark Arthur; and third prize to Bill Seers. The prize money for this contest was donated by “Ye Olde Village Store’’ in downtown Auburn. Bill Seers don­ ated his prize money back to the Lions Club. The New Year’s Dance in Auburn was another sellout as many of the locals brought the New Year in in style. The Lions Club has a euchre tournament scheduled for this Saturday, January 20 at the Community Hall. Doors open at one o’clock with play set to begin at 2 o’clock. Another euchre tourney is set to go on February 17 in Auburn. That evening, the Lions Club is holding a Valentine’s Dance at the hall. Dancing is from 9 to 1 to music by the Country Companions. It is hoped a large crowd attends so more country and western dances can be held in the future. * As everyone knows, the Auburn and District Lions Club is here for the benefit of everyone in the community. If anyone needs assis­ tance or has ideas that they would like to see the Club implement please feel free to let any Lions Club member know or give Presi­ dent Dave Cartwright a call. WMS hears ‘Three Wishes for the New Year’ The Horticulture Society held its meeting on Wednesday, Jan­ uary 10 at 1 p.m. Maurice Bean said Grace and the executive served dessert and bev­ erage. There were 26 present. 1990 fees were accepted. The president Maureen Bean welcomed all pre­ sent and wished everyone the best for the coming year. Dorothy Grange read the minutes of the November meeting and also the Directors’ meeting. The auditor’s report was given by Lillian Letner- land. The treasurer’s report was given by Elliott Lapp. Dorothy Grange gave the review of events and meetings of 1989. Maureen Bean had a poster ex­ plaining the “Living Christmas Tree” and asked questions, the kind, care, where you get them, and how long to be kept indoors, which was two weeks. This tree isn’t cut but brought in a pot and then set out again in a hole, where there is a wind break and given water in the spring. Dorothy Grange read tips from the newsletter. Maurice Bean re­ ported on the “Pride” meeting he had attended. Kay Lapp and Doro­ thy Grange gave a report on the Work Shop they attended along with Maureen Bean. The topic was “Seeds for Success”, questions and quizzes. Bill 66 was talked about, and the various things in it. There is to be a Constitution drawn up. Elliott Lapp spoke on the Orchid Club, called Blooming Bay which is located around Ilderton. It was planned to go there to see these on Thursday, February 8 and those wishing to go signed their names with rides to be arranged later. The Slate of Officers was read by Ethel Ball. Maurice Bean presided for this slate as follows: President, Mrs. Don Cartwright; 1st Vice, Mrs. Jim Cartwright; 2nd Vice, Mrs. Jack Vincent; Secretary, Dor­ othy Grange; Treasurer, Elliott Lapp; Directors for 1990, Mrs. Torn Jardin, Mr. Maurice Bean, Jim Cartwright, Mrs. Tom Lawrence and Mrs. Nancy Slater; Auditors, Mrs. Tom Haggitt, and Mrs. Lillian Letherland. Mrs. Maurice Bean thanked everyone for their support through the past years as president. She was given a vote of thanks by all. The 40th Horticulture Anniver­ sary is coming up this year. Erma Cartwright took over for the new business. Dorothy Grange read the research of the Society for the past 40 years. It was planned to have the Anniversary on September 12 and Mrs. Dana Bean and Shannon McClinchey will be in charge with help from Anne Vincent and the directors of the Society. There is a guide line for the Constitution and some were selected to help with this. There will also be a canvass for new members. Fees are $2.50. Mrs. Nancy Slater suggested that we have a “Spring Walk” and stated that things are beautiful at that time of year. Lunch and program committees were sleeted. Meeting closed with the singing of The Queen. THRU THE The New Year’s meeting of the Presbyterian W.M.S. was held at the home of Jean Andrews. The president Martha Daer opened the meeting with a New Year’s poem. She welcomed all present. The devotional period was taken by Viola Raithby. The scripture portion was taken from St. Mark, chapter 4, verses 1-9. The meditation was on the sower and the seed, followed by prayer. The study was given by Frances Clark entitled “Experien­ ces of a Missionary in Western Canada and Ontario.” She also read an article on “The Epi­ phany”. A reading entitled “Three wishes for the New Year” was given by Carole Daer. The next meeting will be held at Marion Haggitt’s home. Popular anthem part of Knox Sunday service Ethel Rev. Dave Snihur conducted the Sunday morning service at Knox United Church which began with hymn-sing. Mrs. Gordon Gross was organist. Call to Worship was read alter­ nately, followed by the hymn “To God be the Glory”. Rev. Snihur gave the Prayer of Approach and the Lord’s Prayer was said in 7 tables Compiled by Mrs. Margaret McMahon. Phone 887-9250 Ethel starts new 4H club at Auburn unison. The senior choir sang the anthem “It is no Secret”. Rev. Snihur gave the children’s story. The hymn “Trust and Obey” was sung. The prayer chorus, “Turn your eyes upon Jesus” was sung. Rev. Snihur’s sermon was entitl­ ed “Noah, The Call to Obedience”. The offering was received by Stuart Bakker and Murray Rollinson and dedicated. The hymn “Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus” was sung. Rev. Snihur pronounced the bened- diction and response “Lord We Pray” ended the service. WE HEARD IT GRAPEVINE... Great Savings On These Used Cars & Trucks. Some One Owner Low Mileage. 1987 Tempo GL 4 door with air 1987 Chev Caprice 4 door with air 1986 GMC % ton pick-up 1986 Chev 1Z> ton pick-up 1985 Pontiac Bonneville 4 door with air 1985 Buick Century Wagon 4 door air and many extras. 1985 GMC % ton pick-up 1985 Toyota Cressida 1984 Buick Park Avenue 4 door with air 1981 Pontiac LeMans 4 door with air HAMM’S Blyth Phone - 523-4342 B & W TRAILBLAZERS euchre party Gladys Ellsmore of Country Gar­ den Flowers, Brussels gave a floral arangement demonstration for the Ethel Womens Institute held at the home of Joan Smith, January 9. As there were only five mem­ bers, informal discussions were held on several matters including pancake day to be held at the Maple Keys Sugar Bush, March 25. The next meeting will be on colours Feb. 13. The new 4H club is Breadventure and there will be three clubs in Ethel this term. If any girls are interested please notify leaders Joan Smith, Beth Earl or Karen Bowles. Joe and Beatrice Raynard are thrilled to have a new grandson Adam Joseph Hayden, first baby for Darlene and Lee Hayden at Ripley. Sympathy is extended to Kath­ leen and Joe Semple on their recent bereavement. Seventeen ladies of Huron East District of the Women’s Institute attended a district directors meet­ ing held at the Ethel Hall on Monday, January 15. There were seven tables in play at the euchre party held at the Community Hall on Tuesday even­ ing, January 9. Winners were: high lady, Grace Cartwright; low lady, Marjorie East; high man, Raymond Haggitt; low man, Murray Rollinson; lucky chair, Kay Lapp. Euchre parties are held every Tuesday night at the Community Hall at 8 p.m. SNOWMOBILE POKER RALLY SUNDAY, JANUARY 21,1990 WALTON HALL Registration 10 a.m. -1 p.m. • Cash Prizes • Lunch Booth Grey Twp. makes appointments Grey Township Council held its first meeting of 1990 and made a number of appointments to various local boards and committees. Leona Armstrong was appointed to the Maitland Valley Conserva­ tion Authority, Howard Hackwell was appointed to the Seaforth Hospital Board, Fred Uhler and Dale Newman were appointed to the Brussels Medical Dental Centre Joard, Graeme MacDonald and Max Demaray were appointed to tJ Brussels and Grey Industrial C . mittee, Dale Newman, Alvin McLellan and Dale Newman were appointed to the Brussels, Morris and Grey Board of Recreation Management, Bob Bremner, John Saxon, Tim Prior and Leona Arm- stiong were appointed to the Community Oriented Policing Committee and Helen Cullen and Robin Dunbar were appointed to the Walton Landfill Committee. Roy Williamson, Graeme Mac­ Donald and Dale Newman were authorized to attend the 1990 Ontario Good Roads Convention in Toronto for February 25 to 28. Former long-serving Township employee Harry Gillis was nomina­ ted by Council for an Ontario Good Roads long service certificate. The certificate recognizes individuals who have served a minimum of 30 years in the road industry. In other business, Council auth­ orized for payment of general accounts totalling $97,016.65 and road accounts totalling $30,611.55. The next regular meeting of Council is scheduled for January 22 at 9:30 a.m. SHOP OUR INDOOR USED CAR SHOWROOM 1989 Ford Aerostar XLT, fully loaded, 7 passenger 16.900. 1988 Chrysler Dynasty, low mileage,familycar 11,900. 1988 GMC 1/2 Ton, 2 tone, automatic, low mileage 10.900. 1986 Chev Astrovan, 2 tone, under50,OOOmiles,7 passenger 12,900. Now’s the time to have a winter safety checkup -Brakes, tires, exhaust. Call for an appointment today.