HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2019-10-31, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019.
It’s always good to see the world
from another view, for us that was
watching the election results last
week from Edmonton, Alberta. Our
visit there just happened to hit the
election time, so seeing things from
across the country tempers thoughts
just a little. We flew home the next
day.
We were checking out Weston
Nicholas Graber, born in August and
yes, he is a keeper. For anyone with
grandchildren out-of-province, you
know the dilemma of each arrival.
You want to see and touch, but it’s not
possible to pop in for the afternoon,
so the extended stay on with the new
parents needs much consideration.
Phil and Lauren kept us in the
loop with FaceTime and sleep
patterns. So Mr. Weston is now
seven weeks old and well worth the
wait. Hark remains a sweetheart
with sparkling eyes and a great
appreciation for food. Oh yes, we’ll
keep them both; so much potential
in little bodies.
As we start to experience the
changing weather of autumn, the
circle of life is in full view. We
consider the growth of the past and
the effect on us. Just spending time
outdoors is good for the soul and
reminds us that life is precious, to be
appreciated and shared.
So it seemed most appropriate that
on our return we had the news that
my friend Emily’s husband, Ernie
Phillips had died.
Death is part of life, even when we
try to make it otherwise. The seasons
give us the guide and we take that
advice as we like. From this view,
Ernie lived as he died, with purpose
and humour. His days were well
used, shared and appreciated, so
Ernie knew it was time to go.
His celebration of life showed that
his time on earth had been well
spent and shared with Emily, Karen,
Les and all those they love. Life is
part of death and much like the cold
days of autumn. It is bone chilling
and final but when there are folks
like Ernie involved, the light comes
on, the memories flood and hope
springs eternal. So celebrate all the
seasons in our lives!
The fall schedule of activities is
busting in our communities, get the
details and decide which ones you
are able to attend, there are lots of
choices – food, music, parties and
plays. Enjoy!
Bye now, Betty G.W.
Election shows different views
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
By Betty
Graber
Watson
Call
887-9231
A NOTE FROM BETTY
A familiar face
Barb McLellan, a 20-year veteran of the Brussels post
office, has been named postmaster in Brussels, building on
a long-standing relationship with the area. (Shawn Loughlin photo)
After working with Canada Post
for over 20 years, Barb McLellan has
been named the new postmaster of
the Brussels post office.
It was in 1997 that McLellan first
began working at the Brussels post
office on a part-time basis. She
didn’t necessarily envision running
the place 20 years later, but she’s
happy for the challenge now.
The job entails organizing shifts
and the office’s payroll and
managing four employees under
her.
A native of Mildmay, McLellan
has lived in the Brussels area for 35
years, moving to the community
when she married her husband Max,
who is the Brussels fire chief.
Since becoming a member of the
Brussels community, Barb says she
and her husband have done plenty of
volunteering, working to give back
to their community. Barb has worked
with Habitat for Humanity and a
number of other organizations,
including the fire department.
She says that while letter mail has
declined steadily since her time with
the post office, the number of
packages has easily tripled, which
keeps all of the employees busy
serving Brussels.
Barb planned a special event on
Oct. 29 with cookies and
coffee to help celebrate the
switchover.
By Shawn Loughlin
The Citizen
McLellan named new Brussels postmaster
By Jo-Ann McDonald
The week at the Brussels Legion
Branch began with the general
meeting for October on Tuesday
evening. It was zone visitation by the
Zone Commander Dennis Schmidt
and Deputy-Zone Commander Jon
Corbett. There were nine executive
members present.
Committee reports were heard,
with the most important being the
Poppy Committee report. The year-
end forms for the 2018 drive have
been submitted to the Zone Poppy
Chair. The report covers all monies
gathered, all donations received, all
donations given and balanced bank
statement with the books. The Zone
Commanders went over all financial
reports with the respective persons,
like Poppy Chairman Sandra Brown.
This Friday starts the 2019/2020
year and the boxes will be
distributed on Friday by Comrades
Sandra and Kathy Burkholder.
Saturday morning was Poppy
canvass by the Branch members and
members of the Brussels Cadet Corp
2967. There were 10 Legion
members and seven Cadet members
canvassing around Brussels, Ethel,
Cranbrook and Walton. It was a
lovely day and the canvass was one
of the best in a few years. Thanks to
everyone who helped and who made
donations to the Royal Canadian
Legion Poppy fund for veterans.
Treasurer Nanci Ducharme had
her books and financial statements in
order for the inspection and the
report from the Financial Review
Committee. The Nevada books and
the Catch the Ace books were all
reviewed by the commanders.
The regular meeting followed the
inspection of the books with reports
by many. Membership reports about
35 members have renewed and the
early bird winner for September was
Catrina Josling. In sports, the Branch
had a team at zone crib with
Comrades Eric Ross, Chris Brown,
Bob Richardson and Barry O’Krafta
placing eighth and advancing to
district play in Port Elgin in the new
year.
Youth Chairman Nanci Ducharme
reports that the North Woods Public
School has received all the
information on the poster, essay and
poems competition on Remembrance
Day. Children from Grades 1-3 and
Grades 4-6 can write a poem, write
an essay or draw a poster in black and
white or in colour on Remembrance.
Home-schooled children are
welcome to submit entries and can
call the Branch or Comrade Nanci for
more information such as size,
length, etc. and when they need to be
at the Branch for judging.
Public Relations Officer Jo-Ann
McDonald was presented with the
first-place award for the branch
scrapbook submitted for competition
in June to the district. Placing first
then allowed the book to go on to
provincial competition and Comrade
Jo-Ann also placed first in the
province for the Branch’s category.
She was presented with a plaque and
an engraved pen by President Jamie
Mitchell. President Jamie received
the items at District Convention in
Kincardine last weekend.
The meeting concluded with
remarks from both of the visiting
Zone Commanders.
The Catch the Ace on Friday
evening was well attended and the
trio in charge dressed the part for
Halloween. The weekly winner was
Donna Black and she won $262. She
chose envelope number 18 and
found the jack of diamonds, so
the ace is still hiding. The estimated
jackpot for week six is $2,200.
The evening of entertainment
continued with wings and fries
cooked by Jamie Mitchell and Julena
Pipe and the karaoke music of
Stubby D. A good crowd was on
hand for the evening and there were
some interesting costumes. A great
night for all.
Saturday afternoon was the
progressive euchre. Dianne Huether
was in charge with help from B.J.
Hummel. Winners were: first prize,
ladies, Mae Ritchie, 73; second,
Florence Machan, 72; high man, Jim
Sharpin, 76; second, Glenn Bridge,
67; low, Olave Little and Earl Foster,
49 and 45 respectively; lone hands,
Lillian Appleby and Harry Smith,
two each. Euchre is every two
weeks.
On Sunday the Branch was very
busy with two events going on. In
Brussels Curling Club invites YOU!
Brussels Curling will start in November
So start to stretch and get limber
It is a couple of hours on Monday nights
To enjoy a new game under the arena lights
You aim, you slide and then throw a rock
The only time you can throw a stone at a house
And when you sweep, you will find no dust
Just exercise, chatting and make new friends is a must
So come on our and give curling a go
A winter sport that’s not in the snow!
Come out on November 11th
and give it a try for free at 7:00 p.m.
Instructions
for all new
curlers.
Clean shoes
required!
Brussels 5R’s Community Thrift Shop
28th Annual Meeting
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
MELVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, BRUSSELS
6:00 pm - Potluck supper
7:00 pm - Business Meeting
Agenda:
• Report of activities of 5R’s financials
• Appointment of auditor for current year
• Election of Directors
• Revision of By-laws
• Transaction of business either special or general,
pertinent to the membership. Only paid membership
eligible to vote
Thank you for another year in business. Bring your dishes to the
potluck. Everyone is welcome to this meeting.
The Brussels Agricultural Society
had two winners at District level at
the Ontario Agricultural Society’s
District 8 meeting held October 22
at the Zurich Community Centre.
Pictured is Bonnie Johnston of
RR 2 Bluevale who won second
in the Hand-Quilted Quilt
Competition. Ally Riegling, also of
RR 2 Bluevale, won third in the
Youth Chocolate Chip Cookie
Competition.
CONGRATULATIONS
At the Branch
Comrades, Cadets get out for Poppy canvass
Continued on page 19
Brussels Legion 218 Catch the Ace
Weekly Winner
Winning Ticket: Donna Black $262.00
Envelope #18 found the Jack of Diamonds
Estimated Jackpot for November 1 is $2,200.00