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The Citizen, 1994-02-23, Page 22McDonalds greet at Duffs Years of service Ken and Leona McDonald greeted those who attended Duffs United Church on Feb. 20. Rev. Banks announced that the next session of the Bible Study is called "The Beloved Disciple". The money jar for the Latin American project had been passed’ around earlier and Rev. Banks reminded everyone that next week it will cost 25 cents per hour of TV watching. If everyone is like our family I know it will bring in a few quarters. JoAnn McDonald and son, Scott read the Lenten Liturgy and Scott extinguished one of the purple candles in the Lenten Triad. The choir sang a communion hymn called 'The Cup has been Lifted'. Rev. Banks's time with the young worshippers was spent talking about temptation. He named a few temptations such as stealing, lying and cheating. The children's hymn was "Kum By Yah". Jim McDonald was scripture reader this Sunday. Rev. Banks' sermon was titled "The Songs of Israel's Worship." What is there in our order of worship every Sunday that we participate in as a congregation that is meant to be sung and even danced to, he asked? It may express adoration and thanksgiving or confession and supplication. If you haven't guessed yet it is the Psalm reading. It contains 150 ancient songs of Israel's faith that appear in the Seper Tehillim, the Hebrew book of Praises, better known as the book of Psalms. Rev. Banks explained in more details what the Psalms are all about. iTtie news from V V alton [ Compiled by Ptty BanfcB Phone ] Seven retiring directors for the MVCA received certificates in recognition of their many years of service. Present for the ceremony were, from left, Elmer Trick of Clinton, 10 years; Lome Murray of Maryborough Twp., 27 years and Carman Kaye of Minto Twp., 15 years. Absent were Thomas Kale of Seaforth, seven years; Ron Beecroft of Wingham, six years; Wayne Riley of Morris Twp., five years and Keith McLagan of Logan Twp., four years._____________ McGavins attend convention Council delays rezoning Ken McDonald celebrated 65 years of living Feb. 11 at his birthday party put on by his wife Leona. Ken said he had a great lime visiting with his friends and said his next big celebration will be at his 85th birthday party. Neil and Marie McGavin travelled to Barrie to attend the Plowman's Association Conven­ tion. They took with them Marie and Francis Hicknell. Marie is secretary for the Huron Plowman's Association and Sharon Kelly who is Huron County Queen of the Furrow. March 1 will be the date of the next country luncheon and afternoon card games. The UCW will be serving a hot roast beef lunch starting at 11:30 with the card games beginning at 1. It all happens at the Walton Church. The UCW will also be hosting a community friendship coffee morning March 2 starting at 9:15 at the church. There will be babysitting provided and ladies are asked to bring a plain t-shirt or blouse for doing non-sewing applique. There will also be a short video called "How to Talk so Kids will Listen". It has been a long winter for many and the winter blues tend to hit most of us at one time or another, but it is important to try to keep a positive attitude like this young fellow I'm going to tell you about. A little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted through the backyard, baseball cap in place, toting ball and bat. He was heard to say, "I'm the greatest hitter in the world." Then he tossed the ball into the air, swung at it and missed. "Strike one!" Undaunted he picked up the ball, threw it into the air and said to himself... "I'm the greatest baseball hitter ever," and he swung at the ball again and again and he missed. "Strike two!" He paused a moment to examine his bat and ball carefully. Then a third time he threw the ball into the air. "I'm the greatest hitter who ever lived," he said. He swung the bat hard again, missed a third time. He cried out, "Wow!" Strike Three! What a pitcher! I'm the greatest pitcher in the world!" Think positive and have a good week. Drainage works improvements and extension projects received approval for funding, through bor­ rowing bylaws, by the Hullett Council at the Feb. 1 meeting. Marshall Drainage Works bylaw was approved in the amount of $17,000 and R.J. Burnside and Associates will call for tenders for the Longhurst Drainage Works, Improvements and Extension pro­ ject. Council did not support the con­ cept to locate an elevated water storage facility on the Community Centre property by the Seaforth Public Utilities Commission, pend­ ing further information. A decision regarding the rezon­ ing of Part Lot 12, Cone. 1 from AG3 (agriculture commercial­ industrial) to C4-1 ( salvage yard­ special zone) was deferred. The rezoning would allow a scrap yard on the property. Council will support the Londes- boro Business Association in its endeavours to erect signs at the north and south edges of Londes- boro, along Highway 4. The rent for Londesboro Hall will be waived for the Londesboro Women's Institute Card Calvalcade because the funds are to be donated to Clinton Public Hospital. Council approved the purchase of an acre wheel for municipal use. The 1994 budgets for the Blyth and District Community Centre and the Blyth District Fire Department were approved, in the amounts of $16,361.28 and $14,639.20, respec­ tively. A bylaw was passed, appointing Dean Reid as fire chief and Steve Cooke as deputy chief of the Clin­ ton fire area. HELPING THE WORLD WRITE NOW CODE Self-sufficiency through literacy in the developing world For information, call 1-800-661-2633 Grey accepts budgets Grey Township council held its regular meeting on Feb. 14 and accepted the 1994 insurance package from Frank Cowan Company Limited. The 1994 premium of $170,070 represents a 4.3 per cent increase from the 1993 premium. Council accepted the 1994 budget of the Brussels, Morris and Grey Board of Recreation Management. The Grey Township levy of $16,554 is marginally less than the 1993 levy. Council reviewed a report which indicated tax arrears as of Dec. 31, 1993 of $155,720 or approximately 10.7 per cent of the tax collectors' roll. The tax arrears as of the end of December 1992 were $149,946. In other business council authorized a grant of $400 to the Grey Township Federation of Agriculture for 1994. The next regular meeting of Council is scheduled for Monday, March 7 at 9:30 a.m. The news from thel [Compiled by Margaret McMahon Phone 887-9250 ] Euchre There were 10 tables of euchre Monday evening at the Ethel Hall. Winners were: 50/50 draw,s Isabel Craig, high lady, Marguerite Beimes; high man, Scott McLean; low man, Mel Jacklin and Harold Coulter; most lone hands, June Jacklin and Ross Stephenson. There were several tally card draw winners. The next euchre will be Feb. 28 at 8:30 p.m. YEAR END CLEARANCE NO PST NO GST Comfort Is Our Strong Suit Come in and save up to 80%! Jackets, suits, balaclavas, sweaters, gloves and boots. You name it, we’ve got it. Ski-Doo Sno Gear is built for comfort and durability, just like our sleds. Available in a wide selection of colours, so you can match your clothing to your sled! LYNN HOY ENTERPRISES Wingham Hwy. 86 357-3435 ski-doo. Engineered For The Way You Ride;