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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-11-03, Page 7AuburnThe news from Compiled by Kay Lapp Phone 526-7264 Rev. Ross tells youngsters never to forget to worship Music prelude with Nancy Park organist welcomed all to the service on Oct. 31 at Knox United Church. Grace and Jim Cartwright welcomed all to the service. Rev. Paul Ross lit the Christ candle. A large group of children came to the front and managed to find a musical pumpkin in the mystery bag. Rev. Ross spoke to them about memory, to never forget and to worship God. Scripture was from I Kings 19. A messenger came to Elijah and gave Members attend Fun Day A delicious dinner was served at the Auburn Community Hall on Oct. 26 at noon. Bernice Anderson and Ernie Durnin were not feeling well enough to attend. May they improve daily. The December meeting would be a dinner. A list of former members whom it is hoped can attend, will be invited for the dinner. Eight attended Fun Day at Dungannon and had a most enjoyable time. Marg Hildebrand spoke about ‘phone busters’. Marg Hildebrand read an article MP draws attention to situation involving UNICEF, gov’t, schools THE EDITOR, I am writing to request your assistance with a matter that has just recently been brought to my attention. As your federal representative, I would like to draw your attention to an urgent matter involving the United Nations (through UNICEF), Elections Canada, our schools and our children. I am asking that you print this letter so that your readers can each determine for themselves if additional parental pressure, on their local schools and school boards, is required. On Nov. 19, Elections Canada is planning to engage all primary and secondary school-aged children (under 18) in what they claim to be an “exercise in democracy.” To facilitate this, on Sept. 13, Elections Canada listed the 10 “rights” to be listed on the ballot, which have been taken from the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. I feel that it is important to mention that this Convention was passed by Cabinet (in Canada) in 1989 and has never been debated in our House of Commons. In essence, this UN document, which has inspired the Elections Canada “exercise in democracy”, has itself yet to be scrutinized by our democratic process. I want to be clear that, I am neither supporting nor condemning the said Convention in this letter however, I am very concerned with some of the potential problems that have been brought forward by the many people who have signed him instructions and he was frightened. Then the angel told him to go to a certain mountain and gave him food. The New Testament was from 3 John. Here prosperity and health are wished. One must be faithful, charitable and follow only good. Rev. Ross’s sermon was Faith in Public Life. God’s word should not be followed in church only but in all that people say and do. He spoke of the politician who considered what was being done and said he thought it was wrong, and against all others spoke. by one of Eldo’s girls - he is the Hildebrand’s son. Both girls are award winners and are at the University of Nova Scotia. They recently enjoyed a trip to Beijing, China. A number of members had a trip there some years ago so they were quite interested. The girls had a Chinese girl companion to assist with speech and work. They work in groups and everyone does manual labour. The girls also spoke about their trip across Canada. Quite a trip for teenagers! Time was slipping away so Marg will continue later. petitions opposing this document (over 13,000 since 1997). I also feel that, given the controversial nature of the aforementioned concerns-(it has been said that the convention could have implications with respect to family life and parental rights and responsibilities), Parliamentarians and the public in general, should have the opportunity to debate the issue more fully. In addition to the above, I also have grave concerns with the manner in which Elections Canada has undertaken this initiative. It is my understanding that they have failed to notify elected Members of Parliament, certain current Members of Cabinet, provincial Legislative Members, specific school boards and trustees and, perhaps most importantly of all, they have failed to notify parents. With these factors in mind, I would suggest that, since the results will be made available to governments, they could be used for future political purposes. I would encourage each of your readers to research this matter and to decide if they want their children to participate in this exercise. Parents should contact their school board with their opinions. More specific material is available on the web site www.itsyourvoice.com, or by calling my office at (519) 524- 6938. Time is of the essence, I urge all parents to act quickly. Sincerely, Paul Steckle, MP Huron-Bruce. Children participate in Verwey’s masquerade Goblins and witches marched up Betsey Verwey’s lane on Oct. 25 at 8 p.m. for the Halloween masquerade. The winner, Betsey’s granddaughter, Jessie was chosen by the lady in red, Jackie McKee. Jackie also brought Goderich member Martha Daer. Vera Penfound opened the meeting with prayer followed by The Old Album from the history of Hullett. Roll call for next month’s meeting is a gift for the Children’s Bureau. There will also be a miscellaneous sale with the money going to the Salvation Army. Ila Cunningham invited the club to her home on Nov. 30 at 1:30 p.m. Bernice Norman will be lunch convenor and Vera Penfound will take care of the program. Twenty lovely finished blocks were donated to the Club by Betsy Verwey. Financial help will be given by Kay Lapp and Jackie McKee, Audrey Boonstoppel offered her spacious recreation room for quilting. It was decided to give to nursing homes where needed by patients, lap robes made by Vaughan Hunking and donated by her mother, Pat for the club’s use. They could make Christmas presents. Vera Penfound closed the meeting with “Engravings on old tombstones”. Verwey treated the masquerades to delicious pumpkin and apple pie with all the trimmings. Special thanks to Jackie McKee for bringing Martha Daer. We love to have her with us. CRIME srroppiuw 1-800-222-TIPS THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1999. PAGE 7. Reaching the end A young runner reaches out to grab his place marker from Crystal Taylor as he crosses the finish line at last week’s cross-country meet at Hullett Central Public School. N. Hislop talks to Horticultural Soc. Auburn Horticultural Society will meet at the Community Hall at 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 8. Guest speaker will be Nancy Hislop from the Touch of Herbs farm. She will be speaking on herbs inside or outside. Horticultural members are asked to bring their own ideas or craft for Christmas. THE WAR AMPS Child amputees say DRIVESAFE! I jf For more Information call: 1-800-250-3030 ST. JOHN y AMBULANCE THERAPY DOG TESTING Saturday, November 20, 1999 Victoria Street United Church, Goderich FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Bernice Shackleton or Anne-Marie Peachey 524-6524 (evenings only) 524-7850 Deadline for Registration: November 12, 1999