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The Citizen, 1999-05-05, Page 3THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 1999. PAGE 3. Kathy’s Korner By Kathy Bromley Happy Mother's Day on Sunday! Special note: The following poem was provided by a former resident of Queen's Villa, who is now in heaven watching over me as I am typing this up. Apparently, years ago, they had to learn this poem, then recite it in class. On Oct. 21, 1987, I presented the residents with copies of the poem and many could still recite it by heart! Maybe more of this type of literature should be stressed in our schools. SOMEBODY'S MOTHER PANCAKE BREAKFAST + + + + + + + + + The woman was old. and ragged and grey. And bent with the chill of the winter's day. The street was wet with a recent snow, And the woman's feet were aged and slow. She stood at the crossing, and waited long. Alone, uncared for. amid the throng. Of human beings who passed her by, Nor heeded the glance of her anxious eye. Down the street, with laughter and shout, Glad in the freedom of "school let out", Came the boys, like a flock of sheep, Hailing the snow, piled white and deep. Past the woman, so old and grey, Hastened the children on their way. Nor offered a helping hand to her, So meek, so timid, afraid to stir. Lest the carriage wheels or the horse's feet. Should knock her down in the slippery street. At last came one of the merry troop - The gayest laddie of all of the group; He paused beside her and whispered low; "I’ll help you across, if you wish to go." Her aged hand on his strong arm, She placed, and so, without hurt or harm, He guided the trembling feet along, Proud that his own were firm and strong. Then back to his friends again he went. His young heart happy and well content. "She's somebody's mother boys, you know, For all she's aged, and poor and slow. And I hope some fello.w will lend a hand, To help my mother, you understand. If ever she's poor, and old and grey when her own dear boy is far away." And somebody's mother'bowed low her head. In her home that night and the prayer she said. Was "God be kind to the noble boy, Who is somebody's son, and pride and joy." A special thank you goes to the community for supporting the Pancake breakfast last Sunday. Also, thanks to all those who donated food and equipment and helped out by cooking, serving and cleaning up. All of the money raised will go towards the computer lease at Blyth Public School The lucky winner of the 50/50 draw for $48.00 was Christina Eckert. Help protect the environment Reduce, reuse and recycle for your special Mom * +* +** Treat your mom to a f Mother's Day Breakfast Branch or Dinner Buffet ± Sunday, May 9 . at the Blyth Iw+* + + +* Breakfast Brunch from 11 a.m. Dinner Buffet from 5 p.m. Call 523-9381 today for reservations Queen St., Blyth * + + + EUCHRE On April 26, the final evening for euchre was held in Bainton's Art Gallery, with seven tables in play. The high scorers for the evening were Dorothy Daer and Al Lapp, who had to cut the deck with John Norman to decide the high man. Low scores went to Bernice Higgins and Evelyn Christensen. The most lone hands were captured by Edyth Giousher and John Blake. As a grand finale, the following also received prizes: the specially marked cards, Erma Cook and Graeme McDowell; most zeros, Everett Scrimgeour; most twos, Effie McCall; highest score, Ruth Jefferson and John Norman; special chairs, John Hesselwood and Kathy Bromley. Have a safe and happy summer and I hope to see everyone again when euchre resumes on Sept. 20 in Bainton’s Art Gallery. Kathy's Quote of the Week: Women do not live on bread alone - they need to be buttered up once in awhile. County proposal frustrates council Plates and Frames from Bradford Exchange D. H. Ussher Frederick Dicks and Winston Roland Other Ideas... Sugar & Spice Chocolates Precious Moments Cherished Teddies Dreamsicles Dolls from Ashton Drake & Hamilton Collections Treasured Memories Beatrix Potter Treat your mom to a day of indulgence with a package of esthetic services from SPA ESSENTIALS Kelly Clark - certified esthetician By Janice Becker Citizen staff There was frustration for Blyth councillors as they discussed a rec­ ommendation which will go before a committee of county council later this month. Reeve Mason Bailey told coun­ cillors at the May 3 session that a recommendation had come to the AFP committee, suggesting that “a target of 6,000 or more electors be set for each restructured lower-tier municipality with each representa­ tive on county council being based on 3,000 electors.” After more than three years of work, with changing groups, Coun­ cillor Jeff Howson said that a rec­ ommendation such as this would make all the work the North Huron group has been doing useless. The current grouping of Blyth, Wingham and East Wawanosh has a population of approximately 4,600. Only three proposed groups at present meet the 6,000 population criteria; Goderich and Colbornc Twp.; Goderich and Hullcti Twps. and Clinton and Exeter with Stephen and Usbornc Twps., said Bailey He strongly supported such a rec­ ommendation because it’s what council had been working for in the beginning. However, he also said he sup­ ports the work currently underway by the North Huron group and that they should keep doing what they are doing. Councillor Doug Scrimgeour said that if this recommendation was read and filed, that would be fine, but if it were supported it would be sending a bad message to the restructuring group. Several councillors expressed their concern about the waste of time and taxpayer money if such a SATURDAY MAY 8 CORRECTION Please change the phone number for Treebelt, RR 1, Auburn in The Citizen's phone book to 523-9771 in the bold listings * * **** *** IB Ae M® In front of Blyth Memorial Hall 9 a.m. - 12 noon ®riw Door to door in Auburn, Blyth & Londesboro 9 a.m. - 12 noon & IP©[6) for sale in the parking lot across from the Blyth Post Office 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sponsored by 1st Blyth Scouting **** *** ***** ** ■ VILLAGE OF BLYTH TREE PLANTING The Village of Blyth shall be planting a limited number of maple trees this spring. Consideration will be given to residents who have had trees removed by the Village and to all other residents on a first come - first serve basis. Location of trees will be determined by Village Staff. Residents wishing to reserve a tree must contact the Village Municipal Office no later than Tuesday, May 11, 1999. John Stewart, CMO, Clerk-Treasurer 523-4545 It’s Dirty Work and we do it all.... • Bulldozing • Excavating • Septic Systems •Top Soil • Trucking • Gravel, Sand and Stone Nesbitt Construction 482-3232 Open Tues. - Sat. 10-5:30motion was passed by county coun­ cil. Bailey pointed out that this Continued on page 10 110 Queen St. N. Blyth 523-4700 or a massage from BECKY CAMPBELL R.M.T. Massage Therapy Enter our free draw with package over $35 523-4793 Dinsley St., Blyth Gift certificates available Personalized packages available 7992 APEJTHEEARY V V We’ve got some of your mom’s favourite things at the Blyth Apothecary V V V V have a variety of lovely Mother's Day gifts for less than f $15.00 v25% off ladies' scents . V 20% off Aura Cacia and /I i 1 1 k V Nature aromatherapy oils | fl I 25% off a large selection of Timex watches Custom made gift baskets Gifts by Marjolein Bast Mother's Day Cards by Hallmark - many at 99<t Blyth 140 Queen St. N, 523-4210