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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1987-12-16, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1987. Decisions can be hard as Bridget Cucksey finds out even though she gets some help from her sister Crystal at the Christmas Shopping Spree for young shoppers at the Blyth United Church on Saturday. Youngsters got a chance to do shopping for inexpensive gifts while parents enjoyed a break from shopping to have a coffee. UCW hears of Christmases County welfare policy challenged Huron County’s social services department policy of requiring employable welfare recipients to participate in a job search program has been challenged, county coun­ cil was told at its December 3 session. The county’s social services director, John McKinnon, told council that one of the county’s welfare recipients has refused to take part in the job search, and claims it is unconstitutional for welare administrators to demand one. McKinnon said the challenge is due to be heard at a closed hearing in Goderich later this month. “Iftheapplicantwinshis case, it will have far-reaching implica­ tions,” Mr. McKinnon said. Information on the challenge came to light during the presenta­ tion of the social services commit­ tee ’s report to council. At the time, Mr. McKinnon was responding to questions from Bayfield’s reeve Dave Johnston, who asked why the department has employable per­ sons on its welfare rolls when some employers are unable to fine workers. Reeve Johnston said that the Village of Bayfield has been advertising unsuccessfully for months in an attempt to find people willing to work for the municipal­ ity. “The problem is that maybe employers can’t afford to pay people to work as much as the governmentpays them notto,’’ Reeve Johnston said. Responding to Mr. McKinnon’s warning of far-reaching implica­ tions should the challenger’s claim be upheldatthe hearing, Reeve Johsnton joked that “if that happens, you’ll have 32 more people (from county council) applying for welfare.” DAVES SNOWBLOWING Now with 2tractors to serve you better Call DAVELEE 523-4343 toarrangetimes On December 11, at 12 noon, over 30 diners, including 3 guests from the Evening Unit and Rev. Lorenzo and Norma Ramirez, sat down to a luncheon at a table festive with cedar garlands. Colourful pens, gifts from co­ leaders, Mary Wightman and Evelyn Smith, marked each place. Mary opened the meeting that followed with the reading of a poem from “Ideals” entitled “The Mes- sageofChristmas”. Duringthe business, secretary Feme Mc­ Dowell reported thatthe year’s average attendance was 23. Lenora Davidson reported 28 get-well cards sent, the most recent to Ted East and Irene Ament; and six sympathy cards, a significant drop from 1986. Twenty-seven quilts had been completed, Dorothy Daer said. In the beautiful worship service, conducted by Alma Madill and Pat Sparling, one thought was in the fore: although millions want Christmas to be a soft, gentle influence with all its traditions, by far its most important aspect is to strive throughout the entire year to close the door of hate and open the door of love. Pat and Alma had a well-planned ■FASHIONS CLINTON •BLOUSES and SWEATERS in beautiful colours •LINGERIE and SLEEPWEAR •SKIRTS ’SLACKS •PARTY DRESSES and •ACCESSORIES FOR V' THE X GENTLEMEN Free Gift Wrapping y CHRISTMAS HOURS: Monday, Dec. 14 toWednesday, December23 9a.m.to9p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19 9a.m.to6p.m. program. They invited Grace Poore to sing a solo. She chose, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” Rena Watt accompanied her on the piano. They invited the following to speak on Christmas customs in their native lands: Annie Blair, Ireland; Edelgard Hoba, Ger­ many; Mary Hoonard, Holland; Hannie Meier, Switzerland; and Separate school board gets new chairman BY WILMA OKE Ernest Vanderschot of RR 7, St. Marys, was acclaimed chairman of the Huron-Perth County Roman Catholic Separate School Board at the inaugural meeting in Dublin December 7. The 53-year old farmer repre­ sents the Towns of St. Mary’s and Mitchell, and the Townships of Blanchard and Fullarton. He has been a trustee for seven years, the last one as vice president of the board. Acclaimed as vice president was Vincent Mclnnes, 45, of RR 2, Rev. Ramirez, The Philippines. Their information was very enter­ taining. Mary Wightman thanked all who had contributed to the inter­ esting, diversified program, and in appreciation for their splendid leadership, Evelyn Smith and Mary Wightman were presented with lovely gifts. Rev. Ramirez closed the meet­ ing with prayer. Wingham. Ben Brown of RR 1, Sebringville was elected chairman of the Personnel and Teachers Negotiating Committee. Bernard Murray of RR 3, Embro is the new chairman of the Building, Property and Transportation Committee, and Ronald Murray of Dublin was elected chairman of the Finance, Insurance and Bylaws Committee. The Board passed a borrowing bylaw for $5 million. The legal firm of Donnelly and Murphy of Goderich was appoint­ ed as board solicitors. The next meeting will be held on December 14.