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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1988-04-27, Page 35THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 1988. PAGE 35. Season's last euchre brings big prizes hp X • I ■ J IS ■y w A puppet show for parents and special invited guests was one of the items on the agenda during Walton Public School's Open House last Thursday, to mark the province's Education Week, April 17-23. Performing for their parents are Grade two students Jason Badley [left] and Craig Somerville, while Carolyn Somerville [left] and Larry and Myrtle Badley enjoy a laugh. Mrs. Badley is a parent-volunteer at the school. Walton Junior Choir performs at Duff's Church Compiled by Mrs. Betty McCall. Phone 887-6677 Marion Godkin heads Walton Women's institute Nineteen ladies sat down to a turkey supper following the Insti tute Grace at the Walton Hall Wednesday evening. The meal was catered by Joan Smith and Beth Earl. Margaret Shortreed thanked the girls on behalf of the Institute. The April meeting was held upstairs conduc ted by the President, Helen Craig opening with a poem. Marjory Humphries was pianist for the Institute Ode. The Mary Stewart Collect was repeated in unison, followed by “0 Canada”. Margar et Shortreed read the minutes, correspondence and financial statement. Roll call was the payment of fees. One new member joined. There was a discussion on the recycling that can be done at the dump, to start this fall. Plans were made for the Dessert Euchre to be held the next night. New luncheon names have been drawn up. The annual meeting was held. Reports were given. Auditors Leona McDonald and Margery People around Walton Gordon Craig, Guelph spent a couple days last week with Harvey and Margaret Craig. Blaine Marks accompanied the Grade 13 students by train to Montreal where they had a tour of that city recently. Sunday guests with Ruth Tham- er were John and Kim Thamer, London; Ruth Thamer, Kitchener; Clintand Judy Emmrich, Jamie and Katie, Walton. Brian Marks and Linda Bruneau of Calgary have returned home from several months of travelling. They left on Dec. 14, touring to Hong Kong, going through several of the Islands of Taiwan. Brian remarks it was one way of seeing the world and learning their cultures. Brian spent the past few days with his parents. Visiting with Nelson and Maxine Marks to view Brian’s pictures and hear of their experiences were Brian and Sharon Pryce, Win throp; Jean Bewley, Brussels; Lawrence and Dorothy Marks, Exeter. Huether found the books correct. Program Co-ordinator Marjory Humphries reported on the con venors meetings of the year. Annie Reid reported for the Tweedsmuir History. Resolutions by Marion Godkin, Public Relations by Betty McCall. Ruth Axtmann seconded all reports. Margaret Shortreed gave financial report. Helen Craig gave a summary of heryear’s work. MarionGodkin thanked Helen for her past two years as President and presented her with a gift. Those having perfect attendance for the year were Helen Craig, Leona McDon ald, Betty McCall and Maxine Marks. Several items of business was reviewed. District annual delegates on May 10 to Moncrief are Leona McDonald, Marion Godkin and Viola Kirkby. Mary Humphries presented Mrs. Alberta Stevens with a gift as she has moved to Blyth. Helen called on new presi dent, Marion Godkin who request ed the same help in the coming year. It was moved to have the meetings printed with other Insti tutes the same as other years. The program planning meeting is set for May 2 at the hall at 7:30 p.m. Margaret McMahon of Ethel installed the new slate of officers for 1988-89: Past President, Helen Craig; President, Marion Godkin; Vice-President, Margaret Short reed; second Vice-President, Ruth Axtmann; Secretary Treasurer, Marjory Humphries; Assistant, Berva Watson; District Director, Leona McDonald; Alternate, Ruth Axtmann; Public Relations Offi cer, Betty McCall; Curators, Je anne Kirkby, Margaret Craig; Auditors, Margery Huether, Viola Kirkby; Program Co-ordinator, Marjory Humphries. Standing Committee Convenors are: Education and Cultural Activi ties - Margaret Craig, Elva Bolger; Agriculture, Leona McDonald; Citizenship and Legislation, Mar gery Huether, Mary Humphries; Family and Consumer Affairs, Betty McCall; Resolutions, Helen Boven, Ruth Axtmann; Meal Catering, Maxine Marks, Helen Craig. Margaret McMahon was thank ed by Helen and presented with a gift. The meeting was closed with the Queen. Fourth Sunday of Easter at Duff’s United Church. Doreen Hackwell greeted at the door. Margery Huether was pianist. Ushers were Blaine Marks, John Gillis and Neil McGavin. The Junior Choir sang an anthem, ‘‘The Psalm of the Good Shepherd” directed by Rev. Bon nie Lamble with Marion Godkin as pianist. The sermon was on ‘‘Our Shepherd’s Care”. The sacrament of Baptism will be celebrated May 29. Parents wishing children baptized should get in touch with Bonnie as soon as possible. DessertEuchre sponsored by the W.I. closed the season on Thursday evening. After sampling the many desserts, euchre was played upstairs with 12 tables in play. Walton UCW unit meets Unitllofthe WaltonU.C.W. met for their April meeting at the home of Pearl McCallum. The devotions were led by Marilyn McDonald and Kathleen Williamson centering around Easter. The topic chosen was ‘‘Walking where Jesus walk ed.” Business was conducted by President, Kathleen Wiliamson with Margaret Craig reading minutes. Several coming events were given out. The unit has flowers to put in Church for the month of May. The beef barbecue date was set for June 11. Tickets are available from any member. May 4 is a joint meeting. Prayer closed the meeting and a social half hour was enjoyed. Cancer canvass raises $228 The canvass for the Cancer Fund has been completed when $228 was realized in the village of Walton, canvassers Viola Kirkby, Kathleen Williamson and Audrey Hackwell express their thanks to all that contributed toa worth while cause. Prizes were given out by the committee in charge. High lady, Jean Scott; second high, Blanche Hoegy; low. Shirley Giousher; lady with birthday closest to date, Irma Brighton; lucky tally for lady, Gloria Love; high man, Wilfred Shortreed; second high, Ross Brighton; low, Lavern Godkin; man with birthday closest to date, Elmer Townsend; lucky tally, Pearl McCallum (playing as a man); lucky table No. 7, Helen William son, Iona McLean, Ann Smith, Vera Hesselwood; most No. 2’s on card, RuthSheils; mostO’son card, John Simpson; travelling prize, Jean Scott. Every month the cards were gathered and the highest score of the season of $25 went to Jim Smith, second prize of $15 went to Ross Brighton and $10 third prize was won by Ann Smith. The Institute will start euchres again next fall. Meet your perfect mate in the Classified Section. Purina Whether you ride for pleasure or performance Savings Spectacular! 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