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THE CITIZEN WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 1996 PAGE 17.
The Walkerburn Club met for
quilting at 2 p.m. on Jan. 22 at the
home of Ila Cunningham. They
gathered around the quilt and tied it
that afternoon. This quilt is to be
displayed at the Tommy Hunter
Show in Blyth and tickets will be
for sale.
Ethel Ball opened the business
meeting with prayer. The minutes
were read by the secretary. Ruth
McClinchey gave her report. A sum
of money had been received
through "bill collecting from Zehrs,
Kuenzig's and Scrimgeour's.
Vera Penfound read a letter from
Home Care of Huron, which gave
an outline of all the things they
accomplished. Due, in part to them,
people are able to remain in their
own homes for a longer time.
A letter was read regarding the
Alzheimer walk. The club hopes
this will be very successful.
Birthday money was received
and the roll call taken with 11
present and one guest. The
The Auburn UCW met at Knox
Church on Monday, Jan. 22 at
8 p.m. Margaret Bakker gave
everyone a scripture question paper
then gave answers to the first part
after welcoming all. She spoke
about unnecessary worry and read a
selection from Proverbs on
forgetting evil and seeking
righteousness.
The hymn I Love to Tell the Story
was then sung with Nancy Park as
pianist.
Lillian Hallam then told two
stories. The first was about a young
widow, who was finally allowed to
sell her land, but received no cash
for it. She took it to a judge and
after four tries received her due
money.
The second was of a young
widow with two daughters in
Himalaya. They were collecting
small branches and twigs in the
forest. These were used for fire,
fuel, food and fibre. A group of
men came to cut down the trees.
The young widow called other
women to assist her and they
surrounded the trees. The men kept
returning but the number of women
kept increasing. The men gave up
and the trees remained.
Offering was received and
dedicated by Lillian. The secretary
read the minutes and Nancy Park
gave the treasurer's report. June
Peck had donated $50 when the
Christmas angel was delivered.
Ruth Armstrong wondered if
several articles could be grouped
together for the Teddy Bear
Auction. This was accepted.
Maxine Seers asked if anyone had
flowers available for the church
service to please let her know.
Tena Empey gave her report.
Quilting will be Feb. 19 at the
church.
Margaret then introduced the
guest speaker, Eleanor Kuyven-
hoven, who owns the Christian
book store, "The Gift Chest" in
Wingham. She gave a Footprint
plaque and a news bulletin to
everyone. There was a lovely
display of books at the front. She
said that people are actually
reading less now yet her sales have
increased by 20 per cent. She spoke
on various authors and their work.
youngest guest, Jessica Verwey,
made a draw for monthly prize. She
made a super draw; her
grandmother took home a lovely
African Violet because of it.
The February meeting will be at
either Eileen McClinchey's or Ruth
McClinchey's home. Ruth will be
in charge of the program and Pat
Hunking the lunch.
Kay Lapp then read a litter bug
poem "Wha me?" She also spoke
on the 13-year-old boy of
Thornhill, Ontario. who is touring
India with two young boys who
have escaped from virtual slavery
as young labourers. He spoke to
Prime Minister Jean Chretien with
a plea that Canada not let money
overshadow the need for human
rights.
The program closed with a king
contest. Grace was sung.
The hostess and Kay Lapp served
home made breads with various
accompaniments and beverage and
a social time ended the meeting.
Books on display were by Margaret
Power, Lori Wick, Janette Oke,
Barbara Johnston, a noted humorist
and Gilbert Morris a physician,
who also writes.
There were also hymn story
books and religious books for
children.
She closed by telling of her
meeting with Marc Lucado a pastor
and author. It was a very enjoyable
presentation. Margaret presented
her with a gift.
Grace was sung and Lillian and
Margaret served various breads and
cheese which closed an inspiring
meeting.
Bakker sings to
Knox parish
Rev. Paul Ross conducted the
service at Knox United Church,
Sunday. Bernice Gross was
organist.
Invitation to Worship was read
alternately and hymns were sung.
Rev. Ross had conversation with
the children and the children's
chorus was sung.
Michael Bakker sang It is No
Secret accompanied by Bernice on
the piano.
The minister's sermon was
entitled "Pleasing God". He also
gave the prayers of thanks and
concern.
The offering was received by
Michael Bakker and Bryan Gross.
Rev. Ross then pronounced the
benediction and the service closed
with the singing of Amens.
Locals welcome
new owners
We wish to welcome to Auburn
John and Heather Verwey and
Teresa Godfrey who are new
owners of the restaurant (formerly
Sabos now named 'Stickers"). We
wish them great success in their
new business.
Mr. and Mrs. Al Weber of RR 5,
Stratford visited their friends
Mildred and Tom Lawlor on Friday
evening.
Up and over
Good springs in the legs are everything when playing volleyball and Jeff Klasen of Hullett
Central Public School seems to have just the right tension as he tips a ball back to Vanastra
Players during the regional volleyball championships at Central Huron Secondary School,
Monday.
UCW reads Proverbs