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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-10-31, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1990. 117enjoys special meeting Auburn The Auburn Women’s Institute held their meeting on Thursday evening, October 25 with a dinner meeting which the 4H club girls served to members for the first course. The meeting opened with Ode, Mary Stewart Collect and Grace and the girls gave the 4H club pledge. The dishes they served were recipes from other countries and were enjoyed by all. Members were served desserts by Tina Empey and Amy Barth. They formed a circle and Sheila Rodgers was chair person. Each girl intro­ duced herself and told which country their costume was from and the food dish they, had made. There was a sing-song of older songs and Mrs. E. Rodgers was pianist. They also had a good display of such older articles as a curling iron, old toaster, tart tin, old thimble, apple peeler, coffee grinder, old camera and other antiques of Our Heritage which was their club name. Susan Dobie announced that their achievement night would be on November 21. 7 tables at euchre There were seven tables at the euchre party held at the Commun­ ity Hall on Tuesday evening, October 23. Prizes went to as follows: high lady, Lillian Letherland; low lady, Mary Shobbrook; high man, Harold McClinchey; low man, Margaret Nesbit (playing as a man); novelty, Marion Haggitt. Euchre parties are held every Tuesday evening at the Community Hall at 8 p.m. Hullett approves tile drain loans Hullett Council at its meeting of October 23 supported the resolu­ tion of the city of North York to inform the federal government and the Prime Minister that it strongly opposes the implementation of the GST at this time. Tile drain loan applications were approved for Cone. 13, Lot 26 and Cone. 12, Part Lot 16, subject to the availability of funds and township by-laws. Council gave notice of intention to pass a by-law to close a road allowance parcel at Part 1, Part of Lot 30 on Concession 7, with the appropriate notification to Huron County, posting of the intention to close, and newspaper advertising. Road Superintendent James Johnston was authorized by Coun­ cil to purchase a new chain saw. Hullett Happenings Editors: Andrea Postma and Karla Stacey GRADE 4 by Andrea Postma In art we made apple dolls. We have flowers in our room so we can plant them over again. Four people in our class ran in the cross-country race. We made apple fritters in our class. In science we are studying pond animats. In language we have a computer program. The program is Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. GRADE 3 AND 8 by Andrea Postma As part of the Local Government Week, grades 3 and 8 toured the Hullett Municipal Publlic Works garage and offices on October 19. Everyone learned more about governing Hullett Township and all the work involved. All pupils received a Hullett Township pin to remind them of their visit. Thanks to the clerk, Mrs. Shaddick and the road super­ intendent, Mr. Johnston, the town was interesting. The president Evelyn Merrill thanked the girls for the lovely meal and entertainment they had presented to all. There was a business meeting following. Mrs. Ruth Jardin gave her report of the W.I. Rally that was held at Bel­ grave. Betty Archambault gave her report on the Annual Convention at Exeter that she attended. The gift for the closest birthday went to Kay I - 4H hosts WI BY SHELLEY DOBIE Auburn’s sixth meeting of the 4H “Our Heritage” project was held on Thursday evening, October 25 at the Auburn Community Centre. The members invited the Women’s Institute and the 4H members made the main course. The food they made was from each of their nationalities. The Women’s Institute made dessert. When everyone was finished eating the 4H members put on a fashion parade. The members wore clothes that their ancestors would have worn. Lapp and Mrs. Tom Lawrence for a 50th anniversary that is coming up soon. Mrs. Maureen Bean was presented with a gift for the October birthday. The roll call was answered by 15 members and there were two guests. The president adjourned the meeting. The leaders for 4-H club, Jean Plaetzer, Betty Archam­ bault and Helen Lapp are to be commended on their work and the wonderful job the girls made in , their presentation. The hostesses Tina Empey and Amy Barth were thanked also. People Mr. Oscar Reich and Mrs. George Reich of Kitchener visited Mr. and Mrs. Tom Jardin on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Greg Park spent the weekend in London. Mrs. Tom Jardin is visiting her sister Mrs. Annie Robertson in Meaford this week. Congratulations to Mike Franken and Debbie Boak who were married on Saturday, October 27 at St. George’s Anglican Church, Goder­ ich. I’ve prepared for the GST Have you? Now is the time to register. Are you ready for the pro­ posed GST? If not, now is the time to register and prepare. Registration applies to anyone involved in a commercial enter­ prise. This includes fishing, farming, professional services and many activities carried out by non-profit organizations. Revenue Canada is ready to assist you with information on: ■ How to register and the benefits of doing so ■ What the GST means to your operation ■ Simplified accounting options and administrative procedures ■ Rebates of the Federal Sales Tax ■ How to recover GST on business purchases ■ GST return and filing options Contact us today. Phone: 1 800 265-0017 Telecommunications device for the hearing impaired' 1 800 465-5770 Or drop by the Revenue Canada Excise Office nearest you, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Canada’s GST. It’s good business to prepare now. Revenue Canada Revenu Canada O ■ Customs and Excise Douanes et Accise V yrf 1 LCjLvJLCA. Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7589 Child baptized at Knox Rev. Paul Ross conducted the morning baptism service and Mrs. Allan Webster was organist. There was early hymn sing. Rev. Ross gave the call to worship. The hymn “Plenty of room in the family” was sung. The sacrament of baptism took place and Jonathon Norman McDowell, son of Ron and Alice McDowell was baptized. The hymn “Sing to the Lord of Har­ vest” was sung. Rev. Ross’s sermon was entitled “No Hungry Lions host euchre tournee There was a good crowd at the Lions euchre tournament on Satur­ day, October 27 with 19 tables in play. Prizes went to: first prize, Olive Neal and Vi Howes; second, Lois Cunningham and Marie Park; third prize, Ruth Ann and Jack Brenner. The 50-50 draw was won by Marion Sproule. Folks Here!” followed by the prayer chorus, “God is so Good”. Rev. Ross gave the prayer of thanksgiving and concern and the Lord’s Prayer was repeated in unison. The offering was received by Lawrence Plaetzer and Kevin Web­ ster and for the Sunday School brought forward by Amanda Hanna and Ryan Chamney and dedicated. The hymn, “They’ll know We are Christians by our Love” was sung. Rev. Ross pronounced the benedic­ tion and the response “Now Thank We all Our God” ended the service. GIC Rates INVESTMENTS •NO FEES •ALL INVESTMENTS GUARANTEED & INSURED ,-FUNDS TRANSFERABLE VIA CHARTER BANK Goderich 1 -800-265*5503