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The Citizen, 1994-10-26, Page 9Pumpkinfest, a great turnout The Auburn Horticulture Society had a tremendous turnout for its first pumpkin-fest celebration evening, on Monday, Oct. 17 al the Auburn Hall. Thirty-seven pumpkins were weighed-in with Leanne Vincent's heavy weight giant of 224 lbs. winning first prize. The smallest, a 10 oz. baby pumpkin, was submitted by Brittany and Ashley Cartwright, and the medium weight (45 lb.) winner was grown by Kimberly Berry. Twenty-two pumpkin centre­ pieces were judged, with a beautiful display by Gerrie VanEdenPetersman winning first. Diane Hays placed second and Nancy Degans placed third. UCW hears of Australian trip Lillian Hallam invited 23 members of the Auburn UCW, and guest speaker Crystal Whyte, and her mother Joan, into her home on Tuesday, Oct. 18. Ruth Jardine conducted a thoughtful Thanksgiving worship service, based on the theme "It's a wonderful, small world, and we should be thankful for it." CFC disposal brings $20 fee Residents of West Wawanosh Twp. wishing to dispose of appli­ ances or vehicles containing CFCs will now be subjected to paying a fee of $20. Federal and provincial restric­ tions have made the dumping of such equipment at landfills illegal so council approved a motion at the Oct. 4 meeting to impose the fee, covering the cost of removal of an untagged appliance. Items which have had the CFC's removed by a licensed practitioner will be red tagged and will not require the dumping fee. This decision follows one by East Wawanosh Twp. to pick up the tab, temporarily, to avoid appliances being dumped in ditches. An application for severance for West Half Lot 15, Cone. 6 was Drama club meets Thirty-two delicious pumpkin baked goods were sampled, and after great consideration, the winners were Tena Empey and Pam Schneider in the cake and muffin category, Trudy Sturzenegger and Maureen Bean in the pie and tart category and Shari Cartwright and Leanne Vincent in the novelty division. Over 60 pumpkins of every shape and size were carved. Each child and adult participating did a fantastic job developing their pumpkin's personality into wonderful, unique Jack-O- Lantems. Winners for the Junior Division with assistance, were Jeremy Farr, Sophie Jefferson, Laurann Baechlar Crystal presented some fascinating articles, papers, books and personal experiences that' related to her year in Australia at teacher's college. Everyone found the information entertaining and interesting. Joyce Bean conducted the business. Everyone was reminded approved by council. The only condition for the prop­ erty owned by J. and M. Erring ton stated that a fence agreement must be registered on title to mark the lot line between Lot El/2 14 and Wl/2 15. One tender was received for the purchase of tops at the Inglis Pit, but it was rejected by council because of unusual conditions spec­ ified in the tender letter. Council supports, in principle, the North Huron Community Development Steering Committee in its efforts to secure funding through jobsOntario, for the instal­ lation of a natural gas pipeline into North Huron County. A letter will be sent to the Min­ istry of Natural Resources, support­ ing the county's request for the and Matthew Hakkers. Junior winners were Stefanie Archambault, Erica Struzenegger, Pam Schneider and the team of Elliott Avery and Charlotte Worsell. Senior carving winners were Suzanne Schultz, Jennifer Hakkers, Rachel Arthur and Mandy Hanna and Pat Bruxer. All participants received a treat, and many more prizes were handed out by the convenors Anne Vincent, Brenda Empey, Shirley Archambault, and Joyce Bean. Joan Dougherty was the lucky scare-crow-hat door prize winner as the evening concluded with lunch and refreshments served. to contact Kay Lapp for Observer subscriptions and Lunch and Brunch recipe books will be available in November. A discussion about the use of church articles was held and the evening concluded with Lillian, Ruth ad Maxine Seers serving lunch. transfer of the rehabilitation securi­ ty for the Foran Pit to the township. A grant for $500 was approved for Hullett Twp. to help cover unexpected costs for improvements and maintenance at the Auburn Hall and ball diamond. The road and general accounts were approved for payment, in the amount of $10,590.43 and $47,695.48, respectively. People Four tables were played at the euchre party held at the Auburn Community Hall, Tuesday, Oct. 18. Winners were: high man, Lewis Harkas; low man, Lloyd Appleby; high lady, Lillian Appleby; low lady, David Campbell (playing as a lady); novelty prize, Jane Giousher. Euchre is played every Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1994. PAGE 9. Auburn Compiled by Mildred Lawlor Phone 526-7589 15 gather for WI meeting The Women's Institute met at the Community Hall on Thursday, Oct. 20 with 15 members, one guest and two children present. First Vice President Tena Empey chaired the meeting and started in the usual manner with Marjorie McDougall as pianist. The president then read a poem. The minutes were read by the secretary Marion Haggitt and she also read the correspondence. The treasurer's report was given by Tena Empey. It was moved that the WI serve a meal to the Lions Club and that it would be ladies night. The stained glass course was also mentioned. A few are taking it on Monday, Nov. 7 at Ontario Street United Church, Clinton. The roll call was answered by "Name a product that is over packaged". The report of the County Rally was given by Marion Haggitt. Sherri Cartwright, convenor of Agriculture and Canadian Industries introduced the speaker Debra Stewart, a dietician of the Health Unit, working out of the Clinton Hospital who spoke on foods, diets and healthy eating. When buying read the labels for 1^ VOTE CHARLIE THOMAS for councillor in Grey Township November 14 16 years municipal experience helping people solve problems from ditches to severances. the ingredients and buy the foods with less cholesterol. She gave everyone the new Canada Food Guide. She stated, enjoy eating well, being active and feeling good about yourself. She said to walk - but put something into it, swing your arms to make the blood work through and make your heart healthier. Don’t poke along and never walk with arms folded or on your hips. Slow walks are no good, speed it up, she said. She handed out pamphlets, one on label reading and being food smart. Sherri also thanked her. Lunch was served by Betsy Verwey, Martha Daer and Kay Lapp. Prizes went to Tena Empey and Maureen Bean and a social time enjoyed. Silver Tops plan dinner The Silver Tops will have their pot luck dinner and meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at noon. Mr. and Mrs. John Hildebrand are showing slides of their trip to Scotland and England. The third meeting for the Dueling Dramatics was held on Oct. 1. We practised our play Love Seeks a Way. The actors in the play are Keith King as John, Cheryl Lapp as May, Christine Lapp as Snappy (a salesperson) and Tania Losereit as Happy (a salesperson). The meeting was closed with 4H motto. The fourth meeting for the Dueling Dramatics was held on Oct. 15. We practised our play Love Seeks a Way. Another play was also practised with the rest of our 4H members, The Supermarket Blues, including six characters. Our Achievement will be held in the month of November. The meeting was closed with the 4H motto. VB/RUSSELS VARIETY Open 7 days for your convenience Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. -10 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. 887-6224 Coming event. Inform The Citizen On Nov. 14,1994 Elect DALE NEWMAN For Reeve Grey Township HAP Make-up Masks & more Cheese Chocolate Bars Suckers & more ontf\p^°s Jellies Jubes Candv KiSSl Halloween Leaf Bags Open Halloween Oct. 31 to 8 p.m. only!