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The Citizen, 1988-09-14, Page 24PAGE 24. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1988. Auburn Blyth councillors explain reasons for not running again Compiled hy Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-75X9 Ted East and Frank Elliott, two Bly th members of the Bluewater Shriners prepare fish for the Shiners5 fish fry held In Auburn Saturday as part of the Lions Slo-pltch tournament. A big crowd was on hand for the dinner. 'Faith'sermon topic at Knox Church Continued from page 1 said she had thoroughly enjoyed her year and a half on council but her business had grown so fast she didn’t have the time to give to council work anymore. In a written statement Monday she said ‘‘It has been a great experience to sit on council for the pastyear and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely and couldn’t have asked for a better council, Reeve and administration staff.” Explaining her business pressures she went on to say “If in the future my pressures ease, I would certainly attempt the challenge again. Every taxpayer should have the experience. If you have the time, go for it.” Councillor Lloyd Sippel also announced his plans not to run and in a statement said he had enjoyed working with the Reeve and all members of council during six years of office. ‘ ‘ My decision not to run again is based on personal reasons and other commitments which I feel will not allow me to carry on as a village councillor.” Councillor Bill Manning issued a lengthy statement Monday as to his reasons for not seeking re-elec­ tion . At the top of the list he blamed the three-year term of office. Councillor Manning stated he views the three year term totally senseless and impractical, where the candidates spend no personal or public funds to mount an election campaign. He said he protests the demented status of the bureaucrats; who design a rigid policy with criterion that may be suitable to a Municipality of city status; but in no way is practical or reasonable when addressing the rural towns, villages, and munici­ palities up and down the highways and graveled side roads of Ontario. Councillor Manning said he is convinced this is another ploy by the bureaucracies in their blind and idiotic push for regional government; and that it will take younger, more physically capable persons; with the dedicated will­ ingness and intestinal fortitude to fight for the rights of little people of little places; than he has to offer. He said he thinks there has been on occasion, a lack of consensus on the direction and authority of office staff; although admitting that no one is infallible, Councillor Mann­ ing said he is unwilling to discuss or compromise his position and thoughts on the subject; adding only that he too is not infallible. Councillor Manning stated that he has the highest respect for the Reeve and fellow council members with regards to the business of runningthe Villagesaying each member pursing with vigor what they personally see as a proper and just priority for the betterment of the ratepayers. While frequently not in agreement with a subject as first presented, with ample debate by the Reeve and councillors, a reasonable compromise would ex­ pedite the subject. Councillor Manning voiced his opinion that there are qualified ratepayers who could and perhaps should fill out nomination papers at their earliest opportunity. Having enjoyed four and a half years of council work during the “sixties” and returning for seven years in the “eighties”; Councillor Manning said he will miss the challenge that council work has provided; and hopes in some small way he has contributed to a better Village. Candidates have until Oct. 17 to file registration and nomination forms with the village clerk-trea­ surer. STOP BEST RATES 5 yrs. G.I.C. 4K?INVESTMENTS 1/4% 122 Court House Square Goderich I 1-800-265-5503524-2773 VIDEOS HAVE ARRIVED SAVE WITH THESE “MOVIE RATES” MON.-THURS. $1.47 EA. FRI., SAT. & SUNDAY 3/$5. or $1.99 EA. “NO RESERVATIONS” ASK ABOUT OUR FREE WEEKLY DRAW JO-JO’S GROCERY "We'reheretoserve You” Mon ' Sat 9 am ' 10 p m- Sunday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Next to Jack’s AUBURN 526-7129 Antiques Rev. David Snihur conducted the morning service at Knox United Church and Mrs. Gordon Gross was organist. Call to Worship was read alternately. The hymn, * ‘This is my Father’s World” was sung. Rev. Snihur gave the prayer of approach followed by the Lord’s Prayer said in unison. The announcements were given. The children’s song was entitled ‘‘Do Lord” followed by a story by Rev. Snihur. *‘O Christ In Thee” was sung. Rev. Snihur read the scriptures from Isaiah and 1st Peter followed Auburn people by prayer chorus, ‘‘My Jesus I Love Thee”. Rev. Snihur’ssermonwasen- titled ‘‘When all is said and done: Part I - Faith”. The offering was received by Murray Rollinson and Ken Ram­ sey, followed by Prayer of Dedica­ tion and the offeratory response, ‘‘We Give Thee but Thine Own” was sung. The hymn ‘‘Jesus Saves” was sung. Rev. Snihur pronounced the benediction followed by the bene­ diction response ‘‘Reach Out, Reach Out to Others” which ended the service. GET READY FOR THE COLD With our 10 Point Check Horticultural Society plans meeting 1. CHECK WIPERS 2. CHECK WASHERS 3. CHECK HEATER HOSES 4. CHECK RAD HOSES 5. CHECK FAN BELTS 6. PRESSURE TEST RAD 7. CHECK PRESTONE 8. CHECK HEATERS 9. CHECK DEFROSTERS 10. CLEAN BATTERY CONNECTIONS The Horticultural meeting will be held at the Community Hall on Wednesday, September 14. Mem­ bers will have been phoned on the activities of the meeting. Mrs. Ethel Stewart of Goderich, Connie Morris of London, and Bert Cunningham of California were visitors on the weekend with Tom and Mildred Lawlor. A 4-H Fall Project, ‘‘Much Ado About Meats” will be held by Linda Plaetzer 526-7171 and Annette Losereit 526-7098. Per­ sons have to be 12 years of age by July 1 and no more than 21 years of age can join. Open dates will be September 19 or 26. Leaders hope that there will be a number interested in this course. All F°r only 2995 PARTS & REPAIRS EXTRA IF REQUIRED Radford People around Blyth Continued from page 3 David and Lynda Pinnington, Beth and John, Cambridge; and Cecilia McCallan from Alta Gracia, Ar­ gentina, all were present. Lenora Davidson and Ron and Bev Walk­ er, Shawna and Tammy held special dinner parties to mark the occasion. Truck Repair “A Division of George Radford Construction Ltd.”