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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1992-05-27, Page 23A large number of parents were on hand to watch as members of the 2967 Brussels Cadet Corps line up for their annual inspection which was held in Brussels Legion last week. The inspection, which is done every year to monitor the Cadets progress is the 13th for Brussels. Taking part in the inspection are, in front, from left: Captain John Grobb, Sgt. Martin, Master Warrant Officer Rodney Bauer and Col. Abbott. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 27,1992. PAGE 21. Ag. Soc. plans Queen contest Once again, the Brussels Agricul­ tural Society is having a Queen of the Fair competition. Businesses or groups in the area who would be interested in sponsoring a girl in the contest, or donating a gift arc cur­ rently being sought. Each contestant must be 17 years old by August 1. The winner in Brussels will go on to participate in the Miss Mid- Westem Ontario contest at the Luc­ know Fair. The contestants of the Brussels event will be expected to address the audience on a topic pertaining to Canada’s 125 Anniversary. The girls will also be interviewed by the judges. The addresses and interviews will be judged al the Fair Board's Queen of the Fair Dance. The number of contestants is lim­ ited to 12 and the deadline for sponsoring a contestant is June 30. Please reply to: Cathy Snyder 887-9183; Melody White 887- 6432; Nanci Ducharme 887-9676; Mary Terpstra 887-6425; Leona Armstrong 887-6753; or Ross Mitchell 887-6782. Group Committee plants trees At the May 13 meeting of the Blyth Group Committee it was reported that $261.06 was raised at the bake sale on May 2, and $130.90 was raised by the bottle drive. The group committee expressed gratitude to the mothers of the boys for donating the baked goods, and to the community for supporting the scouting movement by buying the delicious goodies, and by donating their empty bottles. The money raised has been used to purchase tents for the upcoming camping weekend on May 29-31. Fifteen boys, four leaders and six parents were also busy planting 2,100 trees for the Trees for Canada project, after which they enjoyed a well-earned barbecue. Audrey Patterson reported that following the May 19 meeting, the Beavers will finish the year May 30 at the Beavoree in Benmiller. Group Committee will pay for the boys' registration fee, for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. May 13 the boys sat in on the Group Committee meeting. May 16-18 they boarded their bicycles for a 52 km. bike-hike and campout. On Sunday they bicycled into Goderich where Captain Mike Grew took the boys on a tour of the Coast Guard cutter, Cape Hurd. For their May 20 meeting they visited the Hullett municipal office, where Jim Johnston took the boys on a tour of the facilities, explaining the function of the municipal council and the operation of the machinery used. The Scouts have initiated some fundraising plans to raise the money necessary to attend the Canadian Jamboree in Alberta in July, 1993. Jeff Josling, of the Blyth Venturers was presented with the Chief Scout Award on May 13 at the Group Committee meeting. Congratulations were extended to him by all of the members present. He reported that the Venturers are very busy with fundraising projects for their Yellowknife trip. They provided assistance at Klompen Feest May 16-17, and have a bike- a-thon planned. TIME FOR^ TREES Great selection of fruit trees still available • apple • pear • peach • cherry RUTABAGA FESTIVAL June 26 - 28, 1992 Friday 26 June 1992 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Legion Penny Sale (at the Legion) 7:30 p.m. Baking Contest Judging 8:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies & Variety Show 6-11 p.m. Midway Saturday 27 June 1992 10 ajn. - 6 p.m. Juried Craft Show 11 a.m. Parade (through town) 1 - 6 p.m. Flea Market 1 - 6 p.m. Family Games & Entertainment 12 noon - 7 p.m. Midway &Concessions 4 p.m. Betsy Bingo 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Pork Chop Supper 9 p.m. -1 a.m. Lions Club Dance Whiskey Jack Betsy AND MUCH MORE Program subject to change Rutabaga Souvenirs On Sale This Saturday in Blyth All Activities at the Arena and Fairgrounds, unless otherwise stated. Blyth, Ontario^. Vo Admission, Donations accepted at the Souvenir Booth For more information call 523-4545