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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1996-06-19, Page 2A firefighter's breakfast Morgan and Brandon Armstrong were just a few of the many who visited Brussels Fire Hall, June 16 to enjoy a tasty breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage and toast. To the children's delight, the firefighters offered a trip around town on the ever-popular fire truck. St. John's Lodge installs officers COMING SOON PICK YOUR OWN STRAWBERRIES or we will pick them for you ***NEW PATCH *" NORTH HURON GARDENS CALL 887-687Q leave message Brussels • Jamestown Hwy. 86 BRUSSELS UPHOLSTERY For all your upholstery needs • Furniture • Auto • Machinery seats etc. Sample and estimates free of charge Brian & Sandy McKnight Mill St., Brussels 887-6056 Brussels Medical Centre 373 Turnberry, Brussels (enter at rear of building) Wednesday, June 26 Call for your appointment 1-800-236-5514 MARK McINTYRE Hearing Instrument Specialist will be at We service and sell all makes of Hearing Aids. We also have hearing aid batteries and do hearing tests. HEARING AID CLINIC McINTYRE HEARING AID SERVICE 289 Huron Street, Stratford 271-9322 PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 1996 30 at Morning Star meeting The following officers were installed and invested at the June meeting of St. John's Lodge No. 284 A.F. and A.M.: Master, W. Bro. Murray Edwards; I.P.M., V.W. Bro. David Miller; S. W., Bro. Bill Clark; J.W., Bro. Alan Baker; Treasurer, W. Bro. Wayne Todd; Secretary, R. W. Bro. Donald Dunbar; Assistant Secre- tary, V.W. Bro. Gerald Gibson; On June 5 the Brussels UCW held its regular meeting in the basement of the church with a good attendance. Alice Brothers enter- tained at the piano while the members gathered. The meeting began with the singing of "Grace' followed by delicious desserts. Isabelle Wheeler, then opened the meeting with a poem and the hymn Come Let Us Sing of a Wonderful Love. Scripture, taken from Luke 6, verses 27 - 36, was read by Audrey Cardiff, followed by prayer. Alice Brothers entertained with a piano selection. A reading "The Road That Counts", the topic "What have We to Serve With?" and the poem "Do It Now" were all done by Isabelle. Rev. Cam McMillan sang two solos, I Believe and Bluebird of Happiness with Mrs. Brothers accompanying them. Mrs. Wheeler read a poem about "Volunteers". The special part of the meeting opened with Isabelle reading about UCW members. Sarah Stephenson ushered Jean Bridge to a chair at the front, then told about Jean, her work as secretary and helper on the catering group, as well as her involvement in Lodge. Luella Mitchell ushered Ida Evans to her chair. Luella said Ida is a true friend and helper even to hulling strawberries when Luella was busy. Ida was a willing worker on the catering group and often asked "Is that all you need?" She is involved in Institute and horticulture as well. Chaplain, W. Bro. Murray Hoover; S. D., W. Bro. Fred Uhler; J.D., Bro. Rod Ward; I.G., W. Bro. Leslie Knight; S.S., W. Bro. Ross Duncan; J.S., W. Bro. Robert Grasby; D. of C., W. Bro. Robert Cunningham; Historian, W. Bro. James Mair; Tyler, W. Bro. Douglas Davidson; Auditors, W. Bros. Robert Cunningham and William King. Adah Smith ushered Marie McTaggart to her chair. She told of Marie working in Eckmier's Grocery store, her caring and smiling way when she worked at the nursing home and her readiness to help with the catering group. The three were and still are faithful to the UCW. Their attendance at the meetings and at the church on Sundays are good examples to follow. Mrs. Wheeler finished the reading about UCW then followed this with a prayer. Rev. Cam sang Look for the Silver Lining. He congratulated the members for their work and wished them well in the future. Mrs. Wheeler read the poem, "Do You Just Belong?" and the hymn Jesus Loves Me was sung. The business meeting followed. Thirty members attended the meeting of Morning Star Rebekah Lodge on Tuesday evening, June 11. The secretary's and treasurer's reports were given. A carload of sisters attended the luncheon at Listowel Lodge Hall, which was followed by a social afternoon. Brother Bill Young, District Deputy Grand Master, thanked the Brothers and Sisters for attending the District church service held in Blyth. He also thanked Rene Richmond for accepting the position of District President for this district. Sister Richmond will be installed in Toronto next week. She will be accompanied to Toronto by a few of the Sisters. Jane Hall and Lois McCutcheon will also be there as the lodges Member hosts Majestic The June meeting of the Majestic WI was held on June 12 at the home of Peggy Keffer at 12:30 p.m. There were 19 members and four children in attendance. President Ruth Sauve opened the meeting with a reading and then grace was sung. Due to the weather an indoor picnic lunch was enjoyed by all. Roll call of what members remember doing at picnics in the past was answered. Kathy Bridge read the minutes of the last meeting, which were adopted as read. The treasurer's report was given by Jean Bell. New business of the upcoming convention was discussed. Voting delegates were chosen. There was a reminder that the meal tickets need to be ordered. Edna McLellan then read two poems as well as a humorous letter. Leona Armstrong ga(ie a report of the District Annual which was held in May. Secretary Kathy Bridge read the correspondence. Jean Fraser gave a report of the Dressmaking Day held in Fergus and offered to help who ever was interested. A discussion was held pertaining to the card parties which will resume again this fall. The picnic meeting ended on a light note of a "pie game" with several prizes given. The next meeting will be Sept. 11 at the Brussels Library at 12:45 p.m. and then travelling to MDL Doors for a 1 p.m. tour. delegates. At this meeting the charter was draped in memory of Eula Hickie, past president of the Rebekah Assembly of Ontario, Sister Alberta Hudkins, past president of the International Association of Rebekah Assemblies and Bro. Geo Harrison, past Grand Master of The Grand Lodge of Ontario. The Inaugural meeting of Huron District #23 will be held in Brussels Lodge Hall on Monday, June 24 at 8 p.m. The church service will be held in the Presbyterian Church on Sunday, 1 Microman, The Ultimate Computer Store Full selection of computers, accessories and stationery supplies. We are an authorized IBM, AST, CANNON, COMPAQ and H.P. dealer Sega & Nintendo 128 Wallace Ave., N. USTOWEL (519) 291-9633 Fax 291-9634 BRUSSELS VARIETY Photo Developing 2r SET FREE For 35mm & 110mm Films, 12's, 24's & 36's until June 30th 24 COLOUR PRINTS $7.99 June 30 followed by the Decoration Service at the cemetery at 2 p.m. Bro. Mel McCutcheon was recognized for getting a number of new members, who had joined the lodge. Mary and Roy Elliott also received pins. A carload of Sisters went to Seaforth on Thursday to wish Jenny Turnbull a very happy birthday. Happy birthday was sung to Lodge members who celebrated birthdays since the last lodge night. This was followed by a social time and lunch served by the lunch committee. SUMMER CELEBRATION SALE Friday, June 21 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. All Clothing $1.00 at the Brussels 5R's Community Thrift Shop KIDS' ADVENTURE Ages 3, 4, 5 (Pre-Kindergarten) limited space held at Brussels Mennonite Fellowship July 4, 11, 18, 25 Aug. 1 Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Cost $5.00 per child Bible stories, games, songs, crafts, snacks, etc. Pre-register by June 25th Forms available at the Thrift Shop or Brussels Mennonite Fellowship Questions? Contact Lauris Boltz at 887-6388 UCW honours 3 members