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The Citizen, 1990-12-18, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1990. Spellbound W. Wawanosh guarantees part-time grader hours West Wawanosh Council was notified by the road superintendent at its meeting on December 4 that part-time road grader Bill McDon­ ald has requested a guarantee of working hours for snowplowing. Council authorized the superinten­ dent to guarantee Mr. McDonald a minimum of 40 hours per pay period (bi-weekly) commencing December 1 to February 28. Council was informed that a cabin trailer has been moved into Part Lot 23, Cone. 8 for use as a residence and that no approval has been obtained for sewage disposal. Council directed Clerk Joan Arm­ strong to contact the Health Unit requesting an inspection of the property. S. School presents pageant Rev. Paul Ross conducted the morning service at Knox United Church, Auburn and gave the Call A drainage loan application for Joanne Sproul at South Half Lot 15, Cone. 3 was approved. This is with the understanding that the loan is to be made from the 1991 fiscal year allocation of funds. Council supported the resolution of North Himsworth Township to petition the Minister of the En­ vironment to provide incentives for various sectors of the business Community encouraging them to reduce the use of environmentally unfriendly products. The petition also requests that other methods of waste reduction be sought. A by-law was passed authorizing Reeve Cecil Cranston and Mrs. Armstrong to sign and seal the agreement with Ashfield Township and the Dungannon Agricultural Society for the operation and maintenance of the ball diamond. The general accounts in the amount of $175,289.30 and the road accounts totalling $11,336.67 were approved for payment. 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Ross’ sermon was entitled “Have a Joyful Christmas” follow­ ed by prayer chorus, “God is so good”. Rev. Ross gave the prayer of Thanksgiving and Concern and The Lord’s Prayer was said in unison. The offering was received by Greg Park, Bob Worsell, Peter Verbeek and Larry Plaetzer and dedicated. Rev. Ross pronounced the benediction and service con­ cluded with response “Now Thank we all our God”. 4 3 2 1 SHOPPING DAYS LEFT 26CHRISTMAS SHOPPING COUNTDOWN AEG Olympia XL 512 Other models to choose from XL 500 XL 501 Call the Sales Rep in Your Area: Brussels - Dave McCutcheon 887-9202 Wingham - Charlie Johnston 357-2236 Listowel - Dave Glanville 3S6:9070 , 16 K.A. HAMMOND & CO. LTD. Moorefield 638-3063 2$ 30 Zl 30 20 26 27 Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7589 Women’s Institute meets The Women’s Institute held their annual meeting in the form of a pot luck lunch on Thursday, December 13 at the Community Centre with 22 present. The president Evelyn Merrill chaired the meeting and welcomed all. The Ode and Mary Stewart Collect were repeated and Rev. Paul Ross said Grace. Everyone partook of the bountiful first and second courses. Betty Archambault had a contest and prizes went to Mildred Lawlor and Jean Plaetzer. Carols were sung with Laura Mae Chamney leading and Marjorie McDougall was pianist. Betty Archambault introduced Rev. Paul Ross who brought the Christmas message entitled “Be an Indian Giver’’. This was an interesting message. Kay Lapp thanked Rev. Ross and presented him with a gift. The roll call was “bring your husband or friend’’ and each one introduced their guest. Ruth Jardin read “If Jesus came to Your House” and Marjorie played soft music in the background. Evelyn Merrill had a contest and Lillian Letherland was the winner. There was a skit “Christmas Cake” acted out by Betty Archam­ bault and Kay Lapp and this was very humorous. Collection was received and was to go to the Children’s Aid and there was also a box for gifts for the same. There was more carol singing. There was a short business period. Jean Plaetzer gave the card report and many cards were signed by mem­ bers for the shut-ins. The hostesses for this meeting were Betty Ar­ chambault, Kay Lapp and Evelyn Merrill. The meeting closed with everyone wishing everyone a Merry Christmas. WMS celebrates season The Christmas meeting of the Presbyterian W.M.S. was held at the home of Frances Clark. The president Martha Daer pre­ sided and gave the Call to Worship. The Christmas service entitled “Fear and Hope at Christmas” was followed from the Glad Tidings. This included carols, scripture readings and prayers. Several members took part in the service.. Frances read the Christmas story entitled “The Bethlehem Road”. The first meeting of the New Year will be held January 8 at 1:30 p.m. Garbage pickup The garbage pick up of Auburn residents for Wednesday, ber 26 will be picked Saturday, December 29 and on January 2 back normal time. People Euchre parties will commence again on Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. on January 8 at the Community Centre. I’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Decem- up on instead, to the EXTRA EXTRA —— I I I LI 7 » ft / l£, ~ I u I? I * WE PRINTED EXTRA COPIES OF THE CITIZEN'S 1990 PHONE BOOK Come in today for your extra copies! Have a phone Book for every phone in your Home or Office... Youll love the large easy to read type.