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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1995-06-21, Page 2Golden couple Cal and Marguerite Krauter of Brussels were the guests of honour at a tea at Melville Presbyterian Church . The couple was celebrating their 50th anniversary. In addition to family another special guest with them for the day was bridal attendant Helen Elliott, who attended nursing school with Mrs. Krauter and who also resides in Brussels. 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June 25 1:45 p.m. Brussels Cemetery Social time to follow at the legion •JAMESTOWN • Pick Your Own STRAWBERRIES NORTH HURON GARDENS Brussels (519) 887-6870 * Call first to be sure that our strawberries are ready • Orders taken for picked strawberries HWY. 86 BRUSSELS PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 1995. Huronlea hosts tea for Moms A well-known Brussels couple was honoured by friends and fami- ly this past weekend on the occa- sion of their golden anniversary. Marguerite and Cal Krauter were married on June 16, 1945 at the United Church in Binbrook, Ont. The Hamilton born bride was the daughter of the former Selela Gib- bons and Ebenezer Lester. Her groom, John Calvin, was the son of the former Marion Lamont and John Krauter of Ethel. Uniting the couple in marriage was Rev. R.H. Somerville. Bridal attendants were Mrs. Kathleen Howell, Mrs. Helen Elliott of Brus- sels, the late Mrs. Norma Ferguson, the late Wesley Lester, the late James Toman and Mr. Clarke Cardiff. Following a honeymoon trip the Krauters resided in Hamilton before moving to Brussels, where Mr. Krauter operated a plumbing and heating business for many years. He retired in 1983. Cal was a political force in the community for many years, serving Melville WMS met at the home of Thelma Cardiff for their June meeting on June 12. Leona Armstrong was in charge of devotions and opened the meeting with a poem "Think on These Things". Three verses of the hymn All Things Bright and Beautiful were sung. Isobel Gibson had a scripture reading from Romans. Leona had the meditation - "Get a Life, How do we do it?" This was followed by a prayer from Ruby Steiss. Leona told about an African tree of life and its many uses. It is called baobob tree. She had pictures of it. The hymn God Who Makes the Earth, the Air, the Sky, the Sea - Cares for Me, was read in unison. President, Helen Elliott led the business portion. After the roll call, which was answered by a verse containing the word "bird", the secretary's and treasurer's reports on council from 1963 to 1968 and from 1976 to 1985 as reeve. He was also the warden of Huron County in 1968. Marg has also been a prominent community figure. She dedicated years of service to Callander Nurs- ing Home, not just as an RN, but in its early history as a "jack-of-all- trades", who did cooking and laun- dry as well. For a time she was director of nursing, then adminis- trator. In 1970 she was one of two women who taught an RNA course offered through Callander. he Krauters are members of Melville Presbyterian Church, while Marg gives her time to its Women's Missionary Society. In addition to their busy profes- sional lives, the Krauter raised two children, John David Lester and Kathleen Ann (Wilson). Family feted this special couple at a dinner on June 17, then they were honoured once again at a tea with family and friends on June 18 at Melville Presbyterian Church. were given. The offering was received and dedicated. Helen read a letter from a secretary of a leprosy colony. She expressed deep appreciation and thanks for cards and used stamps that had been sent. Camp Kintail weekend is being planned for young children. The hymn Summer Suns are Glowing was sung and the meeting closed with prayer. A delicious lunch was served by Isobel Gibson and the hostess. A social time followed. The day for the Brussels business meeting was incorrectly noted in the flyer distributed this week. The correct date is Wednesday, June 28 at 7 a.m. at The Golden Lantern- By Mary Gibbings Program Director and Volunteer Co-ordinator Rev. Cam McMillan lead the Huronlea church service in the chapel on May 7. May 4 the Grade 4 class from Brussels School "Buddies 'R' Us" program visited the home. Every Saturday afternoon there is piano and organ music in the sitting room. Many thanks to Marion Eadie and Karen Cardiff, also Mary Bryans and Alice Brothers for taking alternate weeks in providing the music for the afternoon. The piano and organ music is enjoyed by everyone. Rev. Jeff Hawkins United Church, Wroxeter/Gorrie Minister led the church service on May 14. Every Monday afternoon it is Sing-A-Long time in the chapel. Thank you to the Cooks from Blyth for leading this program. Residents Council was held in the fitness room on May 9. In the afternoon the monthly birthday party was held, put on by the Brussels Senior Citizens Club. They provided the goodies for the afternoon and a good lively musical program. May 17 Alf Sutton entertained everyone playing tunes on the piano for everyone to enjoy. Thank you Alf for taking the time to come to Huronlea. Every Thursday Mass is held in the chapel at 10 a.m. with Father Joe Nevitt leading the service. May 12 the Melville Presbyterian Church group led the church service. Throughout May we have had J.B.S. Clothing at Huronlea. This gives the residents a chance to obtain a new outfit if they wish. A Mother's Day Tea was held on May 10 in the front lobby. The Huron Strings entertained in the lobby on May 3. Mr. Stanley Brussels Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pearson and Miss Lucy Freebree attended the graduation of their daughter and niece Joyce McLean at Fanshawe College on Wednesday, June 14. Joyce received her diploma on Registered Nurse Occupational Health. Lodge meets The regular meeting of Morning Star Rebekah Lodge took place on June 13 with Noble Grand Jane Hall presiding. The annual Church Service will be held at St. John's Anglican Church, Brussels at 11:15 June 25 with Memorial service to be held at the Cemetery at 1:45 p.m. the same day. The next regular meeting will be held on June 27. Microman. The Ultimate Computer Store Full selection of computers, accessories and stationery supplies. We are an authorized IBM, AST, CANNON and H.P. dealer Sega & Nintendo 135 Wallace Ave., N. USTOWEL (519) 291-9633 Fax 291-9634 Hillen used to play with a group of musicians. It was great to hear the good old time music. The UCW from Brussels held its meeting at Huronlea on May 2. Some of the residents joined in the meeting and enjoyed tea and goodies. The Corner Stone Group entertained on May 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the sitting room. A speedy recovery is wished to all the residents who are in the hospital. To the families who have lost a loved one our sympathy goes out to each and every one. We welcome Mrs. Johanna Werkema to our Highland Apartments. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: It isn't necessary to blow out the other person's light to let your own shine. WMS hears letter from leper colony