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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1987-09-16, Page 26PAGE 26. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1987. Jim Howson of Blyth was one of the Bluewater Shrine club members who prepared a fish fry Sunday night in Auburn as part of the slo-pitch tournament held in the village. Horticultural Society sees slides The Auburn Horticulture Socie­ ty meeting was held on Wednes­ day, September 9 at 8 p.m. at the Community Hall. The meeting opened with the singing of O Canada with Lois Haines as pianist. The president Don Haines welcomed all and the minutes were read by the secretary Anne Vincent, and the treasurer’s report by Elliott Lapp. The presidentread “ WhatToDo In The Fall, pertaining to the planting of shrubs, trees and bulbs, etc.” The correspondence was dealt with. A discussion took place on Manchester Gardens and putting flower pots away from winter. Don Haines showed slides of a few places in Auburn and the Horticulture Convention in King­ ston and also on the Mystery Tour. Dorothy Schneider and Anne Vincent were the program commit­ tee. Anne read “Vegetable Har­ vest” and how to deal with “Ear Wigs”. Fourteen members an­ swered the roll call. “Something new you did in preserving or doing vegetables.” Dorothy Schneider and Anne Vincent had a contest, “Number Please”. This was won by Marian Haggitt. The door prize was won by Mildred Lawlor. The Auburn Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Luwlor. Phone 526-7589 Knox United Church holds service The church service of Knox United Church was at 10 a.m. with Rev. Dave Snihur in charge. Mrs. Gordon Gross was organist and Lori Millian as choir director. it was on birthdays. “Take My life and Let It Be” was sung, followed by scripture and prayer chorus. The minister’s sermon was entitled, “David, a man after God’s Own Heart.” The offering was received by Murray Rollinson and Ken Ramsey. The hymn, “All the Way my Saviour leads Me” was sung. The minister pronounced the benedic­ tion and the service closed with the Congregational Benediction, “Lord We Pray”. next meeting will be on November 11. There was an auction on veget­ ables and jams and pickles with Lois Haines as auctioneer. Grace was sung and the lunch committee, Maureen Bean and Grace Cart­ wright, served lunch. A social time completed the meeting. Couple celebrates anniversary Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Siebolt Siertsema who celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with “Open House” at the Auburn Community Hall on Monday, September 7. Sympathy is extended to the family and relatives of the late Jack Hallam who passed away last Monday in his 80th year. Florence Steckly and friend of Stratford visited on Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lawlor. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Parsons and Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Jardin all of Toronto visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Jardin. Mr. and Mrs. Colin Young of Don Mills, Mrs. Mary Gray (the former Mary Nesbitt) of Toronto and Mrs. Bob Young of Stratford visited with Ellen Johnston and Laura Phillips recently. PLOWING Sunshine Unit meets Last Thursday, Sept. 10, was an active day for more than a few members of Blyth U.C.W.’s Sun­ shine Unit. No sooner were their kitchen duties completed following the serving of 100 theatre luncheon guests than their regular unit meeting began in the chu'rch parlour The Caldwell ladies, Catherine and Gladys, conducted a worship serviceforwhich Rena Watt played for the hymns. The theme was “Foundation Stones”. An active Christian is a living brick in the spiritual house of God, it pointed out. Mary Wightman introduced the Study for ‘87 - ‘88. It is entitled “Creation in Crisis” which refers to the problems the farming community in Canada and Africa face and it includes fishermen as well. She emphasized that the play “Another Season’s Promise” which closed the Summer Festi val’s season in ‘86 and ‘87 and which many members had seen, provides a perfect background for the new study. Mary obtained her material from the Special Edition of Mandate, the prescribed text. She contrasted farm life where hope once rang eternal” to farm conditions today - giving various reasons for stress that can change hope into desperation. During the business session conducted by co-leader Evelyn Smith, Mary Holland, treasurer for summer catering, stated that the number of meals served this summer exceeded the number in ‘86; that many compliments had been received concerning the flavourful food served and no guests were more appreciative than the teenage troupe from theatre New Brunswick. Head social convenor, Evalena Webster, had the greatest praise for all those who had contributed to the success of this summer’s catering program by their donations and work. Announcements by Evelyn Smith were: Executive meeting, Sept. 24, 2 p.m. at the church; Brussels Thankoffering, Sept. 27, 8p.m.; BlythThankoffering,Oct. 4 at 8 p.m. with Rev. Lorenzo Ramirez as guest speaker and the Bell Ringers of Wingham Presby­ terian church performing; the Blyth U.C.W. annual Harvest bonanza from Oct. 21 - Oct. 24 in the church’s lower hall; Dinner Theatre on Nov. 14 including dinnerat5p.m. in the lower hall and a one-man show in Memcrial Hall at 8 p.m. depicting the life in China of Dr. Bob McClure, retired medical missionary. The latest news was that a cook book, the idea for which had been concocted by two or three of the kitchencrew justan hourortwo before the meeting, will be compil­ ed shortly and made available to the public. The 23 ladies present were asked to hand in to either of the leaders Mary Wightman or Evelyn Smith one or two of their favourite recipes. The meeting closed with prayer after which refreshments were served by Mary Howson, Hanny Meier and Gene Snell. The Call to Worship was read responsively. The hymn, “To God Be The Glory” was sung followed by the announcements. The senior choir sang the anthem, “Rock of my Soul” with Lori Millian as pianist. The children’s time followed and Auburn WMS learns about Mother Teresa The September meeting of the Presbyterian Women's Mission­ ary Society was held at the home of Mrs. Marian Haggitt. The president Martha Daer presided over the meeting which was opened by reading a poem. The devotional period was led by Lillian Letherland. The scripture portion was taken from St. Mat- thew the 25th Chapter. The meditation was about Moth­ er Teresa who does such a good job caring for the poor and the unwanted people in India. The study was led by Viola Raithby who read about “The Idols of Klonu”. The October meeting will be held at the home of Martha Daer October 14 at 8 p.m. General Motors of Canada Limited 1988 NEW CAR ANNOUNCEMENT Silver Tops plan meeting The Silver Tops pot luck dinner will be held on Wednesday, September 23 at 12 noon. Ethel Ball will show slides of her trip to the Arctic and Yukon. SALE MATCH Order Troy-Bilt tiller or chipper/ shredder during the plowing match and get a factory rebate Exeter 235-1115 Blyth 523-4244 Shred leaves, branches, and brush piles quickly & easily. In Toronto, Wednesday, September 1,1987 at the Toronto Convention Centre General Motors announced that Jack McCutcheon be recognized on behalf of J. L. McCutcheon Motors Ltd. for attaining a customer satisfac­ tion index of 98% for new car delivery reports, higher than London zone or group average. We at J. L. McCutcheon Motors wish to thank ourcustomers fortheir valued support in years past J.L. MCCUTCHEON MOTORS LTD Brussels 887-6856 SOPER TOMAHAWK Chipper/Shredder