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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-06-18, Page 10Eat his dust A dry, dusty track proved to be a bit of a detrement for moto-cross riders at the Auburn racetrack this past weekend. Several local riders competed. 375 riders race in qualifier Over 375 motocross competitors gathered at Auburn this Sunday under a clear sunny sky to gain points at the final Ontario qualifier for the Walton Nationals in August. The conditions were extremely rough and somewhat dusty despite efforts to water the track throughout the afternoon. The TSN camera crew still managed to put together lots of exciting footage for the Compete show which will air on July 26, including "helmet cam" shots courtesy of Walton's Brett Lee. Blyth Tykes meet Londesboro High scores were the name of the game when the Blyth Tykes ball team met Londesboro D, June 10, on home turf. Londesboro got on the board quickly, scoring four in the top of the first. Blyth's Matt Wilson made a good play at second, earning an out. Blyth got on track in the second when Wilson and Kendall Whit­ field blasted homeruns and Katie McClinchey added a triple. McClinchey made an excellent play in the third, getting a runner out at first to slow Londesboro's big hitters. Britt Peters and Wilson topped up Blyth's score with a homerun and triple in the bottom of the third. Katie Stryker added a good play Hullett PeeWees win Hullett and Benmiller PeeWee Girls enjoyed a hit parade on June 9, with Hullett capturing the win 22-19. Playing away, Benimller set the tone with six in the first to be answered by Hullett with eight of their own. Hullett retained the lead in the second, scoring seven after Benmiller managed just four. The visitors narrowed the gap in the third, when three runners crossed the plate at the top of the inning, while the home squad scored only one. It started to be a nail-biter in the fourth as the visitors came within one. Benmiller increased their tally by three, while Hullett again, had just one runner come home. A three-run visitors fifth put them ahead for the first time in the game. But the home team wasn't giving up as they launched five to take the game. Homeruns were slammed by Melanie Hiuser, Mandy Dunbar, Jody Godfrey and Liz Ross. Shar­ ing pitching duties were Ross, God­ frey and Tiffany Reinhart. This is Hullett's third win in as many games. Later Lee dominated the Youth class with two runaway moto wins and picked up a sixth in the 250 pro class with his Inglis Cycle Center Kawasaki. Matt Lee returned to action after a four-week layoff due to sprained thumb to pick up a tenth in 250 pro. Jamie Emmrich (Walton), Chris Smyth (Auburn), Tim Smyth (Auburn), Jason Badley (Brussels), Jeff Klomps (Clinton) and Dan Morgan (Clinton) were among the many local riders participating in amateur classes at the event. on second, getting the runner out, in the fourth inning. The final score was 24-16 for Londesboro. U-14s tie Great goaltending and strong team play kept Brussels U-14 in the game though competing against an opposing team with more players in their June 12 contest against Lis- towel. Brussels took to the opponents field with only eight players against their full team plus 11 substitutes and had a great showing with a 2-2 tie. Steady netminding by Mark Gillis kept Brussels close while the sure foot of Lee Dilworth popped both Brussels goals. Earning assists for Brussels were Darryl Houston (two), Derek Terp- stra and Joel Hemingway. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY William J. Craig To Dad who God has blessed with many a thing. On Father's Day this special gift of a poem I bring. A FARMER’S PRAYER Dear Lord Creator of all nature I stand In awe of the wonders you perform through my tolls each season. "GIVE ME A HUMBLE HEART." In confess there are times I get discouraged. "GIVE ME STRENGTH AND HOPE.” I thank you for the miracle of life In my children, In the seeds I plant and livestock I raise. "GIVE ME A SPIRIT OF APPRECIA­ TION." I pray for a loving family, a fair market and timely sun and rain. "GIVE ME THE COURAGE TO DEPEND ON YOU FOR THESE THINGS." IMay Your Day Bo Blessed - Nancy Jean Craig. The news from ondesboro Compiled by June Fothergill Phone 523-4360i| Burns UCW meets at Snells on Wednesday, June 11 nine members and one special guest met at the home of Renee Snell. A potluck dinner was enjoyed by all. Following the dinner, Josephine MacGregor opened the meeting with a hymn. Gladys Leiper gave a reading "My Thanks". Ida Salverda gave a reading followed by another hymn. Two readings were given by Gay Salverda and Renee Snell. Beth Knox read the scripture, Psalm 67. A hymn was sung. A reading, "Father" was given by Gloria McEwing. Josephine MacGregor led in prayer. This was followed by a hymn. The message was given by Rev. Paul Ross. Renee Snell conducted the business. Roll call was answered 18 tables at euchre The monthly euchre tournament was held at the Hall at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 13. There were 18 tables of euchre. Winners were: first, Ilah and Carmen Pollock; second, Watson Reid, Glen Carter; third, Delores and Hazel. Six couples got $5 each for having six lone hands. Three share the wealth winners got $4 each. The next euchre tournament is at 8 p.m. on Friday, July 11. Londesboro UC news Greeters at Londesboro United Church on Sunday, June 15 were Murray and Joan Howatt. Ushers were Bert Lyon and Jack Lee. The senior choir sang Walk With Me. The sermon topic was "Tell me more about God". Central Huron Municipalities Restructuring Study Newsletter #2: Options for the Future TOP CTITTIV i iris bi viz * Oft . WADV TA DATT?.VZJK JBk 1 A:*': JKil*:Information has been collected on existing municipal services and finances Options for how these services can be delivered differently and for new government structures have been selected for further review and public input. Three options are being looked at further. • Improving the Status Quo: retaining the existing local government structure (i.e 7 municipalities) but identifying additional efficiencies beyond those already achieved. • Two Municipalities: restructuring into a Central Huron West municipality (Township of Goderich, Township of Colbome, Town of Goderich) and a Central Huron East municipality (Township of Hullett, Township of McKillop, Town of Clinton and Town of Seaforth). • One Municipality: restructuring into a single municipality combining the Township of Goderich, Township of Colbojne, Town of Goderich, Township of Hullett, Township of McKillop, Town of Clinton and Town of Seaforth. Three public meetings have been scheduled to enable you to learn more and provide your views The dates, times and locations are: • Public Meeting #1: Wednesday, June 25th, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. - Central Huron Secondary School in Clinton. • Public Meeting #2: Wednesday, July 9th, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. - Seaforth District High School • Public Meeting #3: Thursday, July 10th, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. - Godench District Collegiate Institute At each meeting the options will be presented and an opportunity will be provided for public comment. If you would like further information, please call the Committee Chair, Alison Lobb (482-7167), the Committee Secretary, Marie Jefferson (482-3997), or your local Clerk. with a Bible verse. The minutes of the last two meetings were read. The treasurer's report was given. Gladys Leiper made a motion that $200 be given to Bum's Cemetery board. The meeting closed with the Mizpah benediction. AuburnThe news from [Compiled by Kay Lapp Phone 526-7264 Organ prelude begins service Organ prelude with Nancy Park, organist, opened the service at Knox United on June 15 at 10 a.m. Invitation to Worship was given by Rev. Paul Ross, followed by the opening chorus This is the Day the the Lord has Made. Rev. Ross welcomed everyone and gave the church announce­ ments, followed by prayer. The hymn All Things Bright and Beautiful was sung. Prayer of Confession and Pardon were given. The children came to the front. This day’s mystery was a UCW cookbook. Recipes are used to make or create things but God did not need one for his creations, Rev. Ross told them. The children's chorus Jesus Loves the Little Children was sung as the gathering closed. , . Gospel for the day was from Exodus 3. Moses saw God in a To explore the possibilities which may exist to achieve cost savings to the taxpayers of the following seven municipalities: Town of Clinton (482-3997) Town of Goderich (524-8344) Town of Seaforth (527-0160) Township of Colbome (524-4669) WI meets The June mccti..te of the Londesboro Women's Institute was held on Monday, June 9. Thirteen members were present. They met at Martimas Gardens, Kinbum to tour the lovely gardens, then returned to the home of Renee Snell for the business meeting. Roll call was "name an edible weed and tell how to prepare it." Two graduation awards will be presented Sept. 23 at Hullett Public School for Tech 21. A donation of $25 will be made to Erland Lee Museum in memory of Dora Shobbrook, who was an honorary life member of Londesboro Women's Institute. burning bush. He spoke to Moses and gave him directions. The New Testament lesson was from Luke 12. In this Jesus spoke to the disciples and told them to seek God's Kingdom and not worry about everyday things. Following prayer the hymn, God Who Gives to Life its Goodness was sung. The day's sermon was "Tell Me More About God". Rev. Ross said that the question, "Who is God?" is often asked by young people. "We know that there is a God who created this world and everything in it. We only have to look out at nature and see his creations. His presence is always here with us." The sermon closed with prayer and The Lord's Prayer. The closing hymn was Great is Thy Faithfulness, followed by the benediction and amens. • Township of Goderich (482-9804) • Township of Hullett (523-4340) • Township of McKillop (527-1916)