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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-06-08, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 1994. Legion installs executive '•■IK; £1.00 By Sandra Josling On Friday, May 27 the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218 Brussels held its installation of newly elected officers. The executive was installed by the Howick Branch. Stepping down from the president's position is Alan Nichol. New responsibilities will be taken over by Eric Ross. The remaining executive is: first vice, Rob Burkholder; second vice, Barbara Fischer; secretary, Don Dunbar; treasurer, Marg Bennett; Sgt.-at- Arms and Service Officer, Ted Elliott; Padre, Paul Acton. The executive committee consists of members Gary Pipe, Julie Ark names new manager The board of directors of The Ark has announced the hiring of former Executive Director Sal- lianne Patch as the new manager- co-ordinator of the youth drop-in centre, which is located in Brussels. Mrs. Patch was one of four can­ didates for the job, who were selected from 50 other applicants. Nancy Exel, a member of the advi­ sory board, who served as chairper­ son of the hiring committee said, "The calibre of the applicants was Loose cats anger resident Continued from page 1 been trying to do something for years." Donna White, clerk-treasurer, said the new property standards bylaw passed by council recently gives council the option of going onto a property and cleaning it up if necessary. All the offending mate­ rial would be removed and put in storage. "Maybe it's time to push the bylaw to the limit," she said. In the meantime the Property Standards Officer will be sent to talk to the property owner. Frederick St. homeowner Greg Ducharme protested paying a dog licence for his small dog that stays indoors most of the time when there is no licence fee for cats. "If cats arc allowed to roam the town, dogs should too. I don’t mind pay­ ing a fee if cal owners pay the same fees and have the same rules." He Mennonite news Elwin Garland was worship leader at Brussels Mennonite Fellowship on June 5. Nancy Elliot-Greenwood was pianist. Pastor Tom Warner gave the message "Solomon's Treasure" based on the scripture, Luke 12: 22-34. On Saturday evening the community praise group held an outdoor service featuring Bill and Devin Chaulk. The youth enjoyed a progressive dinner on Sunday, travelling to various homes for part of their meal at each stop. Next Friday evening the Junior Youth will have their monthly activity at the Lichly home. The Ark is having a Bike Rodeo Saturday, June 11 at the B. M. & G. Arena 10 to 2 All Ages Welcome Bring your helmet for extra bonus points Harrison, Kathy Burkholder, and Elaine Nichol. Newly installed ladies auxiliary members were: president, Helen Dobson; first vice, Martha Logan; second vice, Carol Thornton; secretary, Mabel Willis; treasurer, Barb Knight; Sgt.-at-Arms, Karen Parker and Executive Committee, Isobcl Alcock, Doreen Rutledge, Vcma Tunncy and Anne Elliott. After the installation there was an initiation of new members. On hand for this ceremony were Kathy Cochrane, Lloyd Hcibien, Rebecca Torti and Daniel Torti. A special presentation was made to two branch members, Ross Bennett and Ross Brighton. They outstanding. The four selected for the short list were chosen and inter­ viewed because of their experience, education and excellent references. We were impressed with the cre­ dentials of many of the applicants." Betty Graber, who also served on the hiring committee said that Mrs. Patch's past experience with The Ark has demonstrated her commit­ ment to the young people of the community. "With her health back­ ground, varied youth experiences complained about damage done in his yard by cats. "I always felt dog owners were penalized when cat owners aren't," Councillor Hastings said. Mrs. White said the problem with trying to licence cats is that there are so many wild cals in town which nobody would be buying a tag for. Cals are also harder to catch, she said and it's hard to know who has cats. Meter readers usually know if there's a dog in the house because it barks at them. "What's the answer?" asked Reeve Workman. "We can't take up council time if we can’t do anything about it." Councillor Hastings suggested doing some research to see how Brussels People Mrs. Nancy Procter of Amcho Santa Margarita, California is visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pearson, Brussels and also w'ith Mr. and Mrs. Don Procter, RR 4, Brussels. On May 31, Leola Hood along with her sister June Aartcinscn, of London left Listowel with Cherry St. John Ambulance STANDARD FIRST AID COURSE Wed., June 15 7 p.m. - 1 1 p.m. Sat., June 18 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Brussels Fire Hall To register call Marlene Richmond 887-6797 were both recipients of a 50 years of service medal and pin. Many other years of service pins were awarded as well. After all the ceremonies a social time was held with a light lunch. On Saturday, June 18 a team of golfers will represent Branch 218 in the Zone Golf Tournament. On Sunday, June 12 the Cadet Corp 2967 will be holding their 15th annual cadet inspection. At 1:30 p.m. the inspection will take place at the Legion Hall. All are invited to watch the inspection and see how they have all improved. On June 24 at 8:30 p.m. sharp, the entertainment committee has planned a Shoot party pubnight. Cost will be $2.50/pcrson. and points earned at the interview, Sallianne is the best choice." The hiring committee with assis­ tance from Mrs. Patch will also in the nar future be interviewing potential candidates for the part- time youth worker's position. The possibility of hiring staff for The Ark, to work in conjunction with the volunteers who have staffed the facility thus far, was made possible through a Health Promotions grant. other communities are coping with the problem. A third dog owner had protested to village staff that she didn't feel there needed to be dog tags pur­ chased because dogs already had identifying tags from veterinarians to prove they had been vaccinated against rabies. Mrs. White said she had explained that the dog catcher didn't have the time to call all the vets in the area to find out who the dog belonged to. Meanwhile, Mrs. White reported, new dog catcher Robert Trick had caught several dogs running at large and had returned them to their owners with a warning. No dogs had been impounded or destroyed yet. Bus Line north to Bracebridge and the Muskoka River. They embarked from there on a two and a half hour cruise of the river. They were served a delicious roast beef dinner on board, then toured the candle factory in Bracebridge before heading homeward. There was a supper stop at Zellers Mall in Barrie. Eleanor Hemingway spent the weekend in Boston where she attended the graduation ceremonies for her grandson, Daryl, (eldest son of David and Pal Hemingway, Bay- field) from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Aeronautics and a Minor in History. Candy flosser Trish Clarkson, secretary of the Brussels Parents Association was spinning sugar into candy floss during the first annual Spring Fling last Thursday evening at the school. Organizers say the event raised $1,200, which will probably be used to purchase new mouthpieces for the band. School hosts Spring Fling By Shannon Groves and Jonathan Patch Thursday night the band entertained spectators at the Spring Fling. At the carnival there were many activities. Among these were the sponge toss, mini golf, basketball, hockey shootout, as well as a bake sale, and a silent auction. The staff and parents of BPS felt that the carniva.1 was a success. At the track and field meet at Howick School on Thursday the newly renamed Brussels Blazers were fairly successful at blazing through the competition. Cory Bragg the star Bantam came first in the 100 meter, triple jump and running long jump, as well as assisting the boys track relay team, where he was anchor man. Robbie Burkholder came second in the 400 meter and was the first runrier in the boys' relay team. Unfortunately he did not compete in the 200 meter as scheduled. The Bantam girls relay team came in third with Kara Pepper as the anchor woman. Kara also received two second place ribbons, one in the 800 meter and the other in high jump. Sherry Therrien came third in standing long jump. Fri. - STEAK & SHRIMP OR STEAK & BABY BACK RIBS FRIDAY LUNCH BUFFET $5.95 Sat. Special CHICKEN KIEV SUNDAY EVENING SMORGASBORD $9.95 Entertainment JUNE 10 & 11 SOUTHERN COMFORT C Accommodations^ Brussels Country Inn Dining Room Hours Tues. - Thurs. 11-8 Fri. & Sat. 11-9 Sun. 12-8 887-9035 jobsOntario • Training COALITION FOR HURON COUNTY MEETING June 23rd, 1994 8:30 am to 12:00 pm Hensail Community Centre Auditorium Groups and Businesses interested in ' community and labour market issues are invited to attend.