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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1991-03-20, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 1991. Belgrave Many gather for taffy on the snow Compiled by Mrs. Helen Stonehouse. Phone 887-9487 UCW discusses values The Afternoon Unit of the U.C.W. met on Tuesday, March 12 with an attendance of 10 and Mrs. James Hunter in charge at the home of Mrs. Olive Bolt. She opened the meeting with singing “We are gathered together”. The secretary’s and treasurer's reports were given and the number of visits to sick and shut-ins recorded. Mrs. Glenn Coultes had the worship service and opened with singing of the hymn “When 1 survey the wondrous cross”, the meditation followed the reading of Mark 16: 1-7 and prayer. Mrs. Hunter had Bible study continuing the study of the Lord’s Prayer, “God's Kingdom God’s Will”, during which was intersper­ sed with a number of ladies reading a verse from Luke or Mark. Mrs. Janisa Coultes using the special edition of the Mandate on the topic of a look at television world view Culture and Values.” What roll does television play in our society? She brought forth questions and discussions on the topic, “Where do we get our values?” In his or her lifetime the average Canadian will spend a total of nine years in front of the television set and a child will have spent 12,000 hours watching the television; more time than they will have spent in school. Every culture reveals itself through its underlying assumptions the decisions it makes about what’s important, what is acceptable and what is forbidden. Mrs. Hunter invited us to her home for the next meeting. She closed the meeting with prayer and the singing of the hymn, “God be with you till we meet again.” Mrs. Bolt then served angel cake with a strawberry topping, tea and coffee. Mr. and Mrs. Glyn Wide, Kim­ berly, Jennifer and Trevor of Hamilton, Dr. Ray and Mrs. Nicholson of Kitchener, Mr. and Mrs. Rob Nicholson of Listowel visited on the weekend with their parents Mr. and Mrs. Gamer Nicholson. Mrs. Ruth Coyne of Windsor attended the funeral of her brother Roy Robinson on March 9 and visited for a few days with heT sisters and brother-in-law, Mrs. Margaret Robinson of Goderich, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Taylor. Mrs. John Leppington, Aaron, Adam and Sara of Clinton visited with her mother Mrs. Agnes Bie- man on Thursday and all enjoyed their meal at the Maitland Restaur­ ant. Douglas Bieman of Kincardine visited on Saturday with his mother Mrs. Agnes Bieman. Mr. Vincent Makas and Alicia of London spent last weekend March 9 with Mrs. Mabel Wheeler. Alicia stayed with her grandmother for a few days. Carrie Vincent of Milton return­ ed home on Sunday after spending Youths enjoy the Easter holidayst i with her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Vincent. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grasby and Mrs. Laura Johnston spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George John­ ston, Tara and Erin of Ilderton. Mr. and Mrs. Roger Bieman, Kent, Blair and Susan of RR 2, Lucknow, Mr. George Inglis RR 1, Belgrave and Mrs. Agnes Bieman visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. John Leppington, Aaron, Adam and Sara. Mr. and Mrs. Maitland Edgar of Petrolia and Dianne Edgar of London called on Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse on Sunday after­ noon. Mrs. Evelyn Merrill of Clinton and Mrs. Jean Nethery returned home on Sunday, March 17 from a trip to China. China and its Glorions past was the name of the tour. They visited Beijing, Jinan, Tai an, Qufu, Seyhow, and Shang­ hai. The Bodmin maple bush near the beaver pond in Morris township was a busy place last Saturday when about 60 adults and children gathered for a “taffy on the snow” outing. Scout, Ross Procter’s trusty cattle horse provided rides for the youngsters while the pail of maple syrup was boiling down the to the right consistency over an open fire. It was a lovely day to be outside and guests were present from Clinton, Burlington, Iona Station and the local vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Clare Van Camp, Mr. and Mrs. Lome Campbell have recently returned home after two weeks holidaying in Arizona. While there they visited with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Pengelly of Cool­ ridge, Arizona. Public Meeting No salary increase for crokinole party W. Wawanosh councillors West Wawanosh councillors vot­ ed themselves zero pay increase this year at the March 5 meeting. Reeve Cecil Cranston’s salary will remain at $1500 for the year, while councillors, who also receiv­ ed no increase last year, will again be paid $1,000. For attendance at meetings the Reeve and councillors will be paid $60. Township mileage rate did increase from 24 cents to 30 cents a kilometre. Council approved the township’s share of the Blyth and District Community Centre Board in the amount of $4,415. The total budget amount was $172,525. A by-law was passed amending the Blyth arena agreement with Hullett Morris, East Wawanosh Frank Cowan Company be notified to increase the weekly indemnity limit on councillors’ accident insur­ ance and include Municipal Legal Expense insurance as recommend­ ed. This is on the condition that the weekly indemnity is not overlappi- ing with coverage for councillors under the Huron County-Wide Employee Benefit Program. The general accounts totalling $146,546.20 and the road accounts in the amount of $10,587.61 were approved for payment. Kinsmen announce Many community young people enjoyed an evening of fun and fellowship while playing crokinole March 15 in the Sunday school room of Knox United Church, Belgrave. High lady’s score went to Shann­ on Cook while Trevor Beck was high man. Most 20’s went to Darryl Marks while John Campbell (play­ ing as a lady) had most 20’s for a lady. Paul Walker was the recipient of the prize for a St. Patrick’s Day quiz. The winners of the travelling prizes were Justin Campbell and Alicia Potter. To end the evening a delicious lunch was served. 15 tables at euchre Fifteen tables of euchre were in Municipal Conflict of Interest Consultation Committee W ? want to hear your views to help us improve municipal conflict of interest laws. Public meetings of a government-appointed consultation committee will be held across the province. The committee will consider all aspects of this subject including such questions as: • does the current legislation adequately determine when a conflict exists? • should the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act extend to local government employees? • should conflict rules extend to gifts and benefits received because of position or office? • should local politicians be required to disclose signifi­ cant assets and interests which may create conflicts? • do the current rules deal adequately with elected officials undertaking additional paid activities? townships and Blyth for mainten­ ance and operation. The road superintendent was authorized to advertise for gravel tenders for the crushing, and application of 30,000 cubic yards of granular material. Also, the road superintendent was given approval to provide a checker and/or opera­ tor at the conveyor to load trucks to the satisfaction of himself or the contractor. The road superintendent is to deliver a letter to Sydney A. Tilbrook Jr., instructing him that he must stop his indiscriminate felling of roadside trees. Building Inspector Joe Hanna was authorized to attend the R-2000 Builders Workshop spon­ sored by Ontario Hydro, with registration to be paid. Joe Finleon has been hired as dog counter again at the rate of $2.50 per dog. An employment policy statement altering the benefit clause was adopted. Six days per year have been added to sick leave time for a total of 12 days for full-time employees. OH1P coverage has been replaced by enrolment in the Huron County-Wide Employee Benefit Plan. The charge for an application for an amendment to the zoning by-law has been set at $250. Council voted in favour of pur­ chasing an Omega 1200 copier from Skeoch Business Equipment Limit­ ed plus the Cost per Copy Plan of service. It was carried unanimously that Dave Reed, insurance agent for calendar winners Kinsmen calendar winners for the past week are: March 10, $50, Anne Marie Albers, RR 2, Blue­ vale; March 11, $50, Chris Palmer, RR 5, Wingham; March 12, $50, George and Marie Blake, RR 2, Brussels; March 13, $50, Bill Brown, Wingham; M&rch 14, $50, Paul and Carolyn Sommerville, RR 4. Walton; March 15, $50, John Kischuck, Port Elgin; March 16, $100 David Cameron, Wingham. play at the W.I. Hall, Belgrave, Wednesday, March 13. Winners were: high lady, Mrs. Laura Johnston; low lady, Mrs. Bill Craig; second low lady, Mrs. Gordon Louttit; high man, Mrs. Ivy Cloakey (playing as a man); low man, Wilfred Walker; second low man, Mrs. Iona McLean (playing as a man); lucky chair, Mrs. Olive Bolt, Bill Nethery, George John­ ston; birthday nearest March 17, Mrs. Lloyd Appleby. There will be euchre next week. Everyone is welcome. "I've never been a conventional person" “I suppose one’s personality has a lot to do with the type of funeral they choose. I’ve never been regarded as a particularly conventional individual, and this would be reflected in the type of funeral I would wish.” Different people have different choices in funeral arrangements, and we are here to serve them all. No matter what your wishes may be, we are always available to help you with your planning. Please qive us a call at the number listed below. BETTS FUNERAL HOME BRUSSELS 887-6336 GORRIE 335-3571 ONTARIO FUNERAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION [Incorporated] Meetings will be held at: London — Wed Apr. 3 Bt 4 Western Lamplighter Inn, 591 Wellington Rd Owen Sound — Wed. May 1 Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 1900 Third Ave. West Kitchener — Tues May 7 Kitchener Public Library Auditorium, 85 Queen St. North All meetings commence at 7:00 p.m. and all meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. 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