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The Citizen, 2002-04-17, Page 19Fur and feathers George Axcell of the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters was at East Wawanosh school 'recently with a presentation called Habitat Is Where The Home Is. He used fur and feathers to entertain the students while explaining the relationship between animals, their habitat and their human neighbours (David Blaney photo) • If the newspaper you are reading was purchased at a newsstand... we have a deal for you! SAVE up to $950 a year Off the newsstand price Having a subscription to The Citizen saves you money Newsstand price - 750/week Subscription price - 560/week r — -•••• Yes - I want to save money. Enclosed is $28.00 for a 1-year subscription. Name: Address• Town: Postal Code: I. Mail cheque & coupon to: P.O. Box 429. P.O. Box 152 Blyth, ON or Brussels, ON NOM 1H0 NOG 1H0 You Can Make a Difference HUNTINGTON DISEASE filiUNTINGTON 1-800-998-7398 wvvw.hsc-ca.org FROM BELGRAVE PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2002. PAGE 19. WMS hears story on Paul's letter The WMS held its meeting on Monday, April 8 at the home of Lottie Scott. The purpose was read in unison. The call to worship was given by Freda Scott followed by a prayer. All Things Bright and Beautiful was read. The scripture was read by Ivy Cloakey from Coloagsians. Mrs. Scott led in prayer and read a story on At the Branch By Jo-Ann McDonald Lots of things going on at the Brussels Legion Branch. All the members should have received their newsletter and silent auction pledge sheet. If you did not get one, don't worry, you will still be called about your donation. The auction is being held June 7 and 8. The sympathy of the Branch is sent to Comrade Alex Mawhinney on the passing of his wife, Linda. Comrade Doreen Rutledge is a patient in Seaforth Hospital and we wish her a speedy recovery. Comrade Irma Brighton is home and we hope that she is improving. Congratulations to Tom and Joan Warner on the birth of their baby boy, "Tuffy" Junior. About a dozen people showed up for the-',clean up at the Branch on Saturday. But don't worry, if you missed it, you can come this Saturday (April 20) at 9 a.m. We will only be working from 9 - 11 so let's see a lot of members out. There were 10 tables at play at the Saturday afternoon euchre. The lucky pair of winners were Irlma Edgar and Janet Mathers with 75 points. Close behind with 72 points were Lloyd and Lillian Appleby and Paul's letter to the Colossians. Margaret Siertsema gave the secretary's report and the treasurer's report was given by Mrs. Cloakey. Roll call was answered with a verse on spring. Forty-four sick and shut- in visits were recorded. Rev. Cathrine Campbell closed with prayer. Lunch was served by Karen Scott and a social time was enjoyed. slipping in for third prize with 71 points were Joan Smith and Muriel Petrie. The lone hand winners for the ladies was Delores Howatt and the men's winner was Carmen Pollock. It must soon be ball season as three different ball meetings were scheduled for the Branch this past week. Groups are welcome to meet in the lounge. Just call and let us know. It's nice to see Cathy Cochrane back at the Branch and at darts. Our four participants at provincial darts held in Everett this past weekend report having a good time. They won four games and lost four games to shoot 500 for the weekend. The Everett Branch showed them a great time and they enjoyed the sportsmanship and comradeship. Congrats to Andy Adams, Wade Henderson, Steve Cochrane and Bob Richardson for representing the Branch so well. The Seaforth Ladies Auxiliary celebrated its 50th anniversary with a celebration on Sunday. There were skits and readings by other Branches in the .zone and light lunch was served during the afternoon. . Mabel's Moms met at their regular time on Wednesday, April 10. Those who attended were Linda Hess and Judith; Lila Procter- and Jessica; Crystal Agombar, Nicholas, Gage and- .Curtis Weber; Donna Raynard and Craig. Their topic was baby illnesses. Canvassers for the Blyth and District Community Centre Heart and Soul will be canvassing in the Belgrave area April 24 and 25. The Sunday Brunch held at Belgrave Community Centre on April 7 was a great success with money raised to offset the cost of end of year camp to Ailsa Craig horse camp. Guides acknowledge the community's support. Mr. and Mrs. Vince Makas and Alicia of London and Mrs. Mabel Wheeler motored to Hartville, Ohio to visit with Mr. and Mrs. Tibor Orovic and Kristien on the weekend. Crop damaged by pickup On April 13 shortly after 6:30 p.m. Huron OPP were called to a farm located on St. Michael's Road in Morris over crop damageJ The previous weekend a dark blue Dodge pickup truck was seen driving into a field and doing donuts before fleeing the area. The owner attempted to catt..h .the driver but was unsuccessful. •-' "Anyone who can help solve this crime is asked to call the OPP or Crime Stoppers. 8 tables in play at euchre party There were eight tables of euchre in play in the Women's Institute Hall on Wednesday, April 10. Winners were: high man, Allan Edgar; second high man, Mae Louttit; lone hands, Ken Spears: low man, Don Wheeler; high lady, Louise Schiestel; second high lady, Eileen Miller; lone hands, Kay McCormick; low lady, Norma Moore. The next euchre is Wednesday, Apri1.17 at 8 p.m. Thirteen tables of shoot were in play in the Community Centre on Friday, April 12. Winners were: high lady, Laura Johnston; second high lady, -Norma Moore; most shoots, Kay McCormick; low lady, Irlma Edgar: high man, Ross Turvey; second high man, Gordon Bosman; most shoots, 'Jim Hunter; low man, Stuart Chamney. The next shoot is Friday, April 26 at 1:30 p.m. Brussels Legion plans auction