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The Citizen, 1987-03-25, Page 34PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 1987. Internationally famous figure skater Kevin Wheeler of RR 5, Brussels was presented with an Award of Excellence at the Brussels Figure Skating Club’s dance in Brussels Saturday evening. Morris Reeve Doug Fraser made the joint presentation on behalf of Morris and Grey Townships and the Village of Brussels, in recognition of Mr. Wheeler’s outstanding success in pairs competition over the past two years. In February, Mr. Wheeler and his partner Michelle Menzies of Prescott won the gold medal in their division of the Canadian National Championships in Ottawa; last fall, they took a silver at an international competition in England. Guild celebrates St. Patrick's People Compiled by Marilyn Higgins Phone 887-6754 or 887-9114 Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Alan Bragg on their recent winn­ ing. A very happy anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Exel whose 50th anniversary is on March 31. Mrs. Joan Exel is a patient in Seaforth District Hospital. Congratulations to the Brussels Crusaders who played good excit­ ing hockey all year, only to come up against rough teams in the playoffs that injured quite a few players. We look forward to another good season next year, and now you can get your baseball gloves. Mrs. Lenore Davidson of Bly th visited with Mr. and Mrs. Alvie Higgins on Saturday. Happy first birthday to Melissa Wissler on March 28. Best wishes to Radford Auto Supplies who will celebrate their second anniversary in Blyth on Friday. The annual fundraising cam­ paign for the Cancer Society is coming up and Peg Cudmore, 887-6990 is taking orders for the daffodils. Mr. and Mrs. Lew Oakley of Stratford visited with their cousin, Mrs. Winnifred Edgar on Satur­ day. The Morning Star Rebekah hot casserole supper and euchre was well attended. Euchre prizes were won by Annie Thynne, Jim Smith, ClaraHaigand Mary Davidson. Birthday, Ann Smith; Lucky Tally, Jane Devries. Brussels UCW meets 2.99 Brussels Village Market SPECIALS MARCH 23RDTO MARCH 28TH OPEN MONDAYTOSATURDAY 8A.M.TO6P.M. THURSDAY NITESTO9 P.M. DELIVERIESPHONE 887-9226 The general meeting of the United Church Women of Brussels United Church met in the church parlour on March 17. Betty Graber opened with a scripture reading followed by prayer. Reports were read. A bale of used clothing will be packed in the last two weeks of May. The March meeting of Melville Guild was held in the church parlour with Mrs. Evelyn Mair and Mrs. Isobel Gibson in charge of devotions. In recognition of St. Patrick’s Day a Legend of the Shamrock was read by Evelyn. The ladies chose their main theme with a view to acquainting the Guild members more fully with the work of the W.M.S. whose purpose is to encourage all people of the church Melville I/V/V7S to help battered women The March meeting of Melville Women’s Missionary Society was held in the church parlor with 10 members and two visitors answer- ing the roll call with a verse containing “Spirit.’’ Mrs. Helen Elliott the president opened the meeting with a poem on “Therearedifferentkindsof spiritual gifts.’’ The hymn From All That Dwell Below the Skies was sung followed by prayer. The secretary’s report and financial report was given. A letter was read from Mr. McFarlane from the Leprosy Mission stating he would come and speak and show slides. Members were asked from Synodi­ cal to collect bedding towels or wash cloths to be sent to Armo, a home for battered women. The Synodical is to be in Listowel April 21-22. The W.M.S. is invited to Gorrie April 15 at 8 o’clock The hymn * ‘Lord of Light whose name outshineth” was sung. The scripture was read by Evelyn Mair and Ruby Steiss gave the prayer. Isobel Gibson gave an introduction to the new study book “Power of the Spirit’’ on work in Southeast Asia. Helen Elliott showed slides on “ In the power of the spirit’ ’and a discussion followed. The hymn “O Spirit of the living God” was sung and Mrs. Ruth Martin closed the meeting with prayer. Thankoffering will be in late April. The devotional period was taken by Janette Boynton. Scripture was read by Cathy Workman. A story was given by Nelva Scott. Discus­ sion groups were formed. Prayer closedwithmeeting. Lunch was served by Rene Richmond and Jane De Vries. to be involved in local and world mission through prayer, study, service and fellowship. Isobel enlarged upon these points and displayed the organiza­ tional structure after which Evelyn told of items which are collected such as stamps for the leprosy mission, plastic clips for the kidney foundation and articles of clothing both knitted and sewn for African children. Thanks was expressed to all people in the congregation for help in meeting our allocations of $850 and $73 through thankoffering envelopes. Robert Richmond 887-6856 Brussels Lions Club 8th Annual Tradefest May 1,2 & 3 A great opportunity to display your products and/or services. Book your space now CALL: Dale Newman 887-6664 Neil McGavin 887-6365 SCHNEIDER’S NO. 1 SLICED SIDEBACON 500 G. ■ SCHNEIDER’S RED HOTS OR ALL BEEF 1.79 I■ WIENERS 450 G. ■ SCHNEIDER’S 1OLDE FASHION HAM [halves] per lb.3.991 ■ SCHNEIDER’S ALL BEEF ■ STEAKETTES 454 G. PKG.2.19| Imini-sizzlersausage 500 G.2.291 I ABC LAUNDRY ■ DETERGENT 6 L.2.991 9 PANTRY SHELF CHUNK LIGHT ■ TUNA 6V2 OZ..891 ■ KRAFT REGULAR OR LIGHT ■ MAYONNAISE 500 ML.2.291 1 NABISCO ■shreddies 675 G. 2.791 ■ jello ASSORTED FLAVOURS ■JELLY POWDERS 85 G. 3/.99I ■aunt jemima regular ■waffles 10 OZ. BOX 1.291 ■cavendish ■ HASH BROWNS 750 G..591 ■ red ■grapefruit 3/.991 ■green ■peppers PER LB..991 ■ TOMATOES PER LB..991 1 home pride |100% WHOLE WHEAT BREAD .89J ■ WESTON ■raspberryjellyrolls 340 G.1.29J ■ dietrich ■ SCONEROLLS PKG. OF 12 1.19 ■ HUMPTY DUMPTY■potatochips 200 G.1.29 | CANADA DRY ■ GINGERALE 750 ml. bottle plus deposit .59] I BEST VALUE■papertowels .89] A history of Melville W.M.S. was then given by Mrs. Mair and the story of the formation of Maitland Presbyterial by Mrs. Gibson, both events taking place in 1884. The two ladies shared a meditation entitled “Fulfilling our Ministry’’ and Evelyn closed with prayer. Mary Douma, as pianist, presided at the piano during the singing of hymns. Mrs. Jean Bewley took charge of the business portion of the meet­ ing. Coming Events were discuss­ ed including an invitation to the Walton Thankoffering for Sunday, April 5 at 2:30 p.m.