The Citizen, 1999-09-01, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1,1999.
Langlois’ daughter top Kinette NOTICE
By David Emslie
Clinton News-Record
Susan Meyers,
the daughter of
George and Pat
Langlois of
Brussels, receiv
ed a hero’s
welcome home
Sunday after
winning the elec
tion to become
the national vice-
president for the
Kinettes of Canada.
Arriving Sunday afternoon
following the election which will
see her become national president
next year, Meyers was greeted at
the edge of Clinton with signs and
a motorcade. She made the rest of
the trip home in one of the town’s
firetrucks with the Kinsmen
national vice-president Neville
Greeley of Cornerbrook, NF, and
found her home decorated with
congratulatory messages.
In an interview last week,
following Sunday’s celebrations,
the Meyers and Greeley team
outlined how they had reached their
national goal.
About a year ago, Meyers said,
their team of four, including the
two running for the national vice
presidency and two for national
directors, Kim Switzer of Stratford
and Peter Noel of St. John’s, NF,
announced their intention to seek
the seats.
Over the year, they then
campaigned across Canada, visiting
six of the eight districts across the
country. Meyers said their travels
took them to such areas as
Saskatchewan, Montreal, Sudbury,
Fort Erie and Lethbridge, Alberta.
“We talked to just about
everybody in the country, it seems
like.” said Meyers, who has been a
Kinette for about 12 years, IO of
those in Clinton.
The real campaigning, however,
began last Wednesday at the
National Convention for Kinsmen
and Kinettes, held in London.
“During the convention, it was
very much like a political
campaign,” Greeley said. “The
team we had organizing us could
run any political campaign in the
country.”
Using the theme, “Feel the magic
of Kin,” the team had yellow and
black t-shirts, placards and banners.
They hosted breakfasts, sponsored
coffee breaks, and had a hospitality
suite.
Also in keeping with a political
leadership campaign, the
candidates addressed the delegates
at the convention, and went through
a question and answer period with
Kinsmen and Kinettes from across
the country.
Meyers noted they broke from
tradition when it came to the
introduction of candidates. While it
is normal for candidates to choose
someone with clout to do their
introductions, someone who might
sway voters their way, the Clinton
candidate instead was introduced
by her children, Curtis, I5,
Maurissa, I2, and Brent, nine.
“There weren't too many dry eyes
in the house when they were done.”
Meyers said.
Learning Saturday afternoon that
they had defeated the other team in
the running, Greeley said, “It was
kind of an exhilarating moment
when the results were announced.”
And after a hard fought
campaign, he noted that their
opponents in the election called for
the results of the election to be
passed unanimously, thus bringing
the organizations back together as a
family.
Returning to Clinton, where a
party was planned win or lose, the
two received a grand welcome.
“It's amazing the amount of
support you get coming from a
small town,” Meyers said, later
adding that flowers, phone calls
from across Canada and e-mails
continued to arrive when they
returned to Clinton.
Meyers made special mention of
the Clinton Kinsmen and Kinettes,
stating they are “one of the strong
est clubs in the organization.”
Beginning a three year term,
Meyers said. “This year will be a
learning year.” Next year, they will
become national presidents, and the
follow ing year, chairs of the board.
One of the highlights, she
continued, will be the opportunity
to take their families to meet the
prime minister on Canada Day of
2001, “and just meeting all the
people.”
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People
Retta Hoover of Huronlea,
Brussels, celebrated her 89th
birthday on Sunday, Aug. 29 along
with 30 family members at the
home of her daughter and son-in-
law Sylvia and Ross Gibson of
Wingham.
Retta's brother M. Ross Smith of
Bluevale was also able to attend.
A delicious potluck dinner was
enjoyed complete with a beautifully
decorated cake. A time of visiting
and photo taking rounded out the
afternoon.
Guests attended from Cambridge,
Milton, Guelph, London, St.
Thomas, Brussels, Aurora,
Plattsvilie. Kitchener and Bluevale.
Retta is now in her sixth year at
Huronlea, being the first resident to
move into the new seniors
apartments. She has seen many
changes during this time losing
some dear friends.
Retta is still in reasonably good
health and thoroughly enjoys her
life at Huronlea along with her
precious pet cat Ginger.
A family gathering was held to
celebrate Beth Baeker’s 75th
birthday on Sunday, Aug. 29.
Bonnie Bradley, Shari Baeker,
Dave Hughes and Jordan, Bob
Coleman, all of Burlington; Karen
and Dave Hastings, Krista and
Johnny Nesbit, Sue and Don
McNeil, Michelle McNeil and
Dylan, all of Brussels visited to
wish her all the best and hope she
has many more birthdays.
Karen and Dave Hastings,
Darryl, Bonnie and Colton
Hastings, Donald, Dawn and
Rachel Hastings, Krista and Johnny
Nesbit travelled to Brooklyn,
Michigan on their holidays to
participate at the Nascar Pepsi 400
race held there. Weather was great
and a good time was had by all.
The rest of their vacation was
spent at Pine Lake Campground
where Ben and Chris Ten Pas
visited for a swim and campfire
chat.
BACK SAVER TIP
Exercising makes for a
speedy recovery of back pain
(NC)—You may be surprised to know that there are lots of things that you can
do to fend off backaches and to ease flare-ups. Physical activity is one such
method, which may come as a surprise to some people. But if you have a back
injury that does not require surgery, aerobic activity has been found to be
extremely beneficial to help with recovery. “Regular physical activity such as
walking with hand weights and strength training with free weights can do
wonders with aiding in the recovery process,” said Dr. Hamilton Hall, best
selling author of “The Back Doctor”, and President of CBI Health. Water
exercises and yoga are also safe and effective ways to stretch and strengthen
back muscles.
To find out more about how to prevent and treat back injuries, or for the
location of a CBI Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Centre near
you, please call I-888-224-4873.
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NOTICE
BRUSSELS
PLAYSCHOOL
After 16 years the Brussels
Playschool will not be
operating this year.
I would like to help someone
continue to run this program
1 day/week. (no training or
licence needed)
If you are wanting to start
your own business working
with pre-school children
please call Barb Mutter, 887-
6117 for more info.
PEOPLE WHO READ NEWSPAPERS ARE
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GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALE
(Starting September 1, 1999 until all inventory is sold)
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30% off total purchase amount up to $99.99
50% off total purchase amount $100.-$199.99
60% off total purchase amount $200.-$299.99
70% off total purchase amount over $300.
(ex. $50 reg.-» $35 sale)
(ex. $100 reg.-» $50 sale)
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Ladies', girls', men's & boys' Summer & Winter Clothing & Children's Shoes
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BRUSSELS MINOR HOCKEY
REGISTRATION
For males & females
BMG Arena
Thursday, Sept. 9 & Friday, Sept. 10
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Mite $100 PeeWee $180
Tyke .$125 Bantam $185
Novice $170 Midget $190
Atom $175 Juvenile $195
Family Rate $450
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WINGHAM & DISTRICT
HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
DIABETES EDUCATION:
This educational program is for patients with diabetes and their families. The next set of
classes will be held on Tuesday, September 21 and 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A
physician’s referral is required to attend. Contact the Diabetes Education staff at 357-3210,
ext. 362 for further information.
HEART TO HEART:
The next session is scheduled to begin Wednesday, October 6,1999 at 7:30 p.m. and run for
seven weeks. The program is designed for those who have had a heart attack, angina or heart
surgery. Spouses/partners are welcome. Registration fee is $30.00. For more information
contact N. Brown at 357-3210, ext. 264.
HURON PERTH HOSPITALS PARTNERSHIP VIDEO:
The Huron Perth Hospitals Partnership has produced a video which describes its mission and
goals. It is available to community agencies and our partners in the surrounding area s a
resource about HPHP. The video is available on loan from our library. Contact Brenda
Ritchie at 357-3210, ext. 216.
DO YOU KNOW YOUR BOARD MEMBERS:
Dr. G. Antoniadis
Mary Lou Cameron
Don Carter
Helen Daugherty
Norm Fairies
Judith Gaunt
Dr. M. Gear
Bruce Hahn
Marie McIntosh
Don McKague
Donna Moffat
Bob Pike
Helen Rintoul
John Stafford
Vema Steffler
George Underwood
MEDICAL CLINIC UPDATE:
The construction of the new medical clinic is on target with completion expected
September. The hospital will be planning a Grand Opening early in October.
Phone: 357-3210 Fax: 357-2931 E-Mail: winghosp@wcl.on.ca