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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1996-06-19, Page 6Attaining the century Jessie Engel of Brussels, was greeted by family and friends at St. John's Anglican Church, June 16, to commemorate her 100th birthday. Lifelong resident marks milestone What if one day next week you couldn't op eak? Or maybe you couldn't walk. Or your vision was blurred. That's what it's like to live with multiple sclerosis. But with your help, we can connect with a cure. 1-800-288-1582 Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada It was a rare occasion for Brus- selites as they gathered at St. John's Anglican Church, June 16. They helped celebrate the 100th birthday of life-long resident Jessie Engel. Mrs. Engel was born in the same house where she lives today, spend- ing all her married years to Archie Engel in that home. The daughter of Henry Alcock and Margaret (Craig), Mrs. Engel was educated in local schools then assisted Mr. Engel on the farm after they wed on Aug. 25, 1938. Always active in the women's Institute and ACW, Mrs. Engel just smiles when asked the secret to long life. She just always tried to live a good life, she says. Still smil- ing, she says she has had her ups and downs, but everyone has a few of those. As well as gathering with friends, family and neighbours, Mrs. Engel received greetings from Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Minister Jean Chretein, Premier Mike Harris, Huron-Bruce MP Paul Steckle and Governor General of Canada, Ray Hnatyshyn. Long time running Brussels Fire Chief Murray McArter, left presents volunteer firefighter John Pennington with a certificate in recognition of his 20 years of service to the department. Aggressive drivers a concern Continued from page 1 insurance industry starts to help accident victims get their lives back together again. .The insurance industry spends an estimated $4.2 billion settling automobile claims in Ontario each year. But, all the money in the world can't erase the emotional pain and personal losses from collisions. So, we all have to work together to stop aggressive driving through enhancing enforcement of the Highway Traffic laws, tougher regulations to improve driver behaviour, initiatives to prevent drinking and driving, and efforts to improve safety in the trucking industry. Most importantly, the message to all people across Ontario is that aggressive driving is a major road safety problem, not only in large cities, but all across the province. If people simply slow down, drive with care and respect the traffic laws, we really can reduce collisions. Police need community support in its effort to remind all Ontario motorists that aggressive. driving will "slop them dead". PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 1996 W. Wawanosh wants gas lines West Wawanosh council is in discussions with Northern Cross Pipelines Ltd, for the installation of natural gas lines in the township. Planning is in the preliminary stages, said Clerk-Treasurer Liliane Nolan. The project still has to be approved by the Energy board. Tom Worsell, representing Northern Cross Pipelines at the June 4 meeting of council, present- ed members with a draft road user agreement. There is no plan yet, as to where the lines will run through the town- ship, but they will connect with trunk lines which have been installed by Union Gas, their com- petitor, said Clerk-Treasurer Nolan. Road Superintendent George Humphries was advised to assist in preliminary site work related to the proposed pipeline construction. After reviewing applications, Jeff King was hired as drainage super- intendent, pending wage negotia- tions, and Karl McNaughton will fill the role of official building inspector and property standards officer. William Shelter will tend the grounds at St. Helen's Hall for $75 for the season. A larger recycling bin will be brought to the landfill site, on a temporary basis. A bylaw to amend the agreement for joint management and operation of the Lucknow and District Fire Department, clarifying fire protec- tion and rescue and the meaning of fire, was passed. A bylaw for the acquisition of Part Lot 13, Conc. 5 and Part 2 22R-3840 from Ross and Mary Anne Brindley, was given final reading. Councillors authorized Clerk- Treasurer Nolan to send a letter to all the municipalities in Huron County, seeking support in princi- ple, for a letter from the Town of Seaforth, requesting amalgamation not be eliminated as a means of restructuring until all avenues have been explored. Council agreed to donate a few 125th anniversary T-shirts to the Alzhiemcr fundraiser, for raffle prizes. Total road and general accounts, in the amounts of $21,067.63 and $229,331.29, were approved for payment. FRIDAY, JUNE 28, ETHEL 7 p.m. - Opening remarks & dedication of the pavilion at the ball park followed by exhibition ball games between four 1970's Tri,County teams SATURDAY, JUNE 29 8 a.m. - Concession ball games before & after the parade at the Ethel ball park 1 p.m. - Parade 3:30 p.m. - Bus tour starting at the park 8:00 p.m. - Hospitality & light refreshments at Grey Central School 9 p.m. - Dance — Ethel Hall a For more information please call: Brad Knight - Township Clerk (519) 887-6268 Dorothy Dilworth (519) 887-6319 Sharon Evans (519) 887-6583 HELP US CELEBRATE "GREAT DAYS IN GREY" SUNDAY, JUNE 30 8 a.m. - Firemen's Breakfast at Grey Township Firemen's Hall 1 p.m. Children's Activities & Program at Grey Central School 1 p.m. Bus tours leaving from Grey Central School p.m. Car Rally - leaving from Grey Central School 2 p.m. Guided tours of environmental projects by students at Grey Central School 2 p.m. - Reunion of former students & faculty of rural schools at Grey Central School 4:30 p.m.- Beef Bar B Q - Grey Central School 7:30 p.m.- Community Church Service at Grey Central School 10 p.m. - Fireworks display at Grey Central 140