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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1987-04-22, Page 21Londesboro Compiled by Mrs. Dora Shobbrook. Phone 523-4250 Large crowd,good prices at Nesbitt auction The weather was perfect and the prices good at the dispersal auction held for George Nesbitt Farm Drainage in a field just south of Blyth on Saturday, according to auctioneer Richard Lobb of Clin­ ton, who said he had never before conducted a sale of drainage equipment. “George was very pleased with the prices he got for his equipment,” said Mr. Lobb, who attributed the good turnout at the sale to Mr. Nesbitt’s personal popularity and the goodwill of his business. The top price of the day was $21,500 paid by a drainage con­ tractor from Moncton, New Bruns­ wick, for an HD 21 Allis Chalmers i bulldozer equipped with a Zor drainage plow and laser tracking receiver, a pretty uncommon piece of equipment, according to Mr. Lobb. Arrangements have been made for the dozer to be trucked to Woodstock by Ray Hallahan of Good Friday service held at United Church Good Friday service was held at 8 p.m. at the Londesboro United Church. Rev. Snihur greeted every­ one. Ushers were Ken Hui ley and John Cartwright. Communion was MVCA offers sneak peek at spring Are you and your family looking for an exciting event to celebrate the arrival of spring? The Maitland Valley Conserva­ tion Authority invites you and your family to the third annual “Sneak a Peak at Spring” hike at the Naftel’s Creek Conservation Area on Sun­ day, May 3 at 2 p.m. (Waterproof footwear and insect repellent are recommended). Springisan ideal time to visit Naftel’s Creek and enjoy the many hues of spring flowers. Trilliums, bloodroot, marsh marigolds and dog-tooth violets are just a few of the wildlfower species to be found at Naftel’s. Announcement Established 1876 McKillop Mutual Insurance Company where neighbour helps neighbour The Board of Directors of the McKillop Mutual Insurance Company wish to announce the appoint­ ment of James Cardiff as Secretary-Treasurer- Manager of the Company effective April 6, 1987. Mr. Cardiff is a native of the Brussels area and comes with 20 years experience in the insurance business being a former owner of a local agency. The directors also would like to report a substantial addition to surplus and will be making a refund to policy holders being with the Company forthree years following an excellent year. ELITE DOMESTIC SERVICES Residential & Commercial Cleaning - weekly maid service j|L - spring cleaning - window washing - house sitting FULLY BONDED & INSURED 524-5170 "Satisfaction Guaranteed" Doug & Laurie Falconer OPEN Evenings Dan MacKinnon Until 8:00 P.M. Blyth, where it will likely continue its journey by train. The Moncton contractor heard of the sale from the original owner of the machine, a member of the Ontario Tile Drainage As­ sociation, after all members had been notified by direct mail from the Lobb Auction firm. The sale was also advertised in several farm publications and through local media. The auction office registered more than 120 potential buyers prior to the sale, which also at­ tracted a large number of curious onlookers as it progressed. A se­ cond bulldozer, and a trailer, float and tractor combination were also on the block, as were a large number of other specialized items and smaller tools. Mr. Nesbitt, who lives in Clinton, is retiring from the tile drainage business, but will con­ tinue to do contract work as a backhoe owner-operator, Mr. Lobb said. served by Bob Trick and Rev. Snihur. The anthem was “Alas and did my Saviour bleed”. The service was based on the apostle John’s writings from the Last Supper to the Cross of Calvary. It was a very inspiring service. Named after the fine trout stream running through the pro­ perty, Naftel’s offers a variety of forest settings for activities from hiking to birdwatching. A trail systemprovides access toever­ green plantations, wetlands and a hardwood forest. Naftel’s Creek Conservation Area is located 8 km. south of Goderich on Highway 21. Naftel’s Creek has something for everyone. Come and join us and “Sneak a Peak at Spring”. For further information contact the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority at 335-3557. Londesboro UCW meets The Londesboro U.C.W. meeting was held April 13 with dessert being served by Gail Lear and Mary Peel. Bums ladies were guests. There were 26 present. The worship service opened with a poem “Prayer” by Marsha Szusz followed by hymn and prayer by Bernice Norman. The scripture Matt. 28, verses 1-10 was read by Brenda Radford. The study was on “In times like these”. A reading was given by Kitty McGregor. A piano solo by Marsha Szusz was followed by offering and hymn. A quilt that ladies had made was on display. President Joan Whyte thank­ ed the ladies for their dessert and worship service. She conducted the business. Minutes of the March meeting were read by Betty Hulley. Thank you notes were read from Mayme Crawford, John Hoggart and the Christian Resource Centre. An invitation was received to the April Special Event at Kirkton Community Centre on April 29. An invitation was read to join the campsite experience at Camp Menestung on June 15 and a letter was read from Huron Perth Pres- byterial asking for support for Camp Menestung. It was moved to send $50 to Menestung Camp. Reports were given by Helen Law- son and Betty Hulley on Easter Thankoffering meetings in Sea­ forth and Walton. The treasurer’s report was given by Kitty Mc­ Gregor. The President asked for some help in doing some visiting at Easter. There is a box in the church basement for the collection of used eye glasses. The Goodwill truck is to come for pick up at the Church May 13. The ladies repeated the pur­ pose of U.C.W. and meeting closed. The winner of the silent auction were announced and ladies picked up their purchases. People Beth Knox accompanied her cousin (Hilda), Mrs. Ken Hobbs of Alsia Craig to Ottawa for Easter weekend. Joanne (Mrs. Bert Lyon) is a patient in Clinton Hospital. April 13 visitors with Bob and Vi Bums were her sister Lena and George Rattan. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 1987. PAGE 21. Alma Watson of RR 4, Brussels, left, was chosen to assist Revernd Charles Carpentier at the Passover Seder held at the Brussels United Church on Maundy Thursday, April 16. The ceremony demonstrated how the symbols of the traditional Jewish festival have become important symbols of the Christian faith as well. Easter observed Greeters at the Easter Sunday church service at Londesboro United church were Rev. Snihur and Trudy Pollard. Ushers were Paul Jewitt. David Whyte. Brent Radford and Richard Bergsma. Children’s time was led by Cindy and Sally in “Muffy returns to the Farm”. The men’s choir sang two an­ thems: “He lives again” and “He is Risen”. The sermon was “Sur­ prise. Surprise." C.A.M.C. -Bookkeeping -Income Tax Preparation -Experienced Staff 9-6 Weekdays HOURS: g -J saturdays Alan Campbell 328A Joseph ine Street WINGHAM 357-3687 or887-9451