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The Citizen, 2003-05-28, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 2003. Gaining a higher position A first for a Blyth Legion member, Crystal Taylor was elected to the role of District C1 deputy zone commander, May 14. (Janice Becker photo) Crystal Taylor named zone deputy commander New leadership The new executive was selected for the Blyth Legion recently. Back row, from left: Shirley Wood, executive; Merrilyn Black, executive; Mary Lou Stewart, executive; Gwen Papple, secretary; Crystal Taylor, track and field, honours awards and youth education and Don Elliott, treasurer. Front, Darrell Wood, first vice-president; Thelma Johnston president and Rick McBurney, second vice-president. (Janice Becker photo) By Bonnie Gropp Citizen editor Crystal Taylor of Blyth is the first female and first associate member of the Blyth Royal Canadian Legion Branch to hold the office of deputy zone commander. The first official duty for Taylor, who was elected to the position in March and took over responsibilities May 14 was particularly meaningful. “It was the installation of officers at my own branch.” Since then she performed the same service for the Kincardine, Brussels and Seaforth Legions. Taylor’s desire to take on the position came from not just a personal level but from the support of others. Having completed a two- year term as president of the Blyth Branch, Taylor was approached by a number of people to consider aiming higher. “I hadn’t really bought of it. But then there were so many, people for whom I have a great amount of respect, who told me to consider it, that I thought if they think I can do it, then I must be able to.” The position is a two-year term, followed usually with move to zone commander. “You’re basically looking at a four-year commitment.” Then if the person aspires to “greater things” they will run at the district level. “It is a very large time commitment. You have to have a strong base of Legion knowledge.” Taylor is no stranger to such dedication. The great- granddaughter, granddaughter and daughter of veterans, she is the first in the family to belong to the Legion. She has served in several positions at Branch level, and for seven years has been on the zone track and field committee, of which she has been chair. She is the assistant meet director tor the district track and field competition as well as for the national event. Her new role will see her involved with all 13 zone branches. It can be a diplomatic exercise. “You are dealing with different personalities across the board. Every Branch does things differently and you need to know the protocal so you don’t slip up. It’s a learning experience, but I’m a people person so it’s a good one.” Giving so much time to the Legion is easy says Taylor because of what the organization exemplifies. “We say we’re the Big L in Legion. That’s Love of Legion. To me, all that it stands for - the patriotism, the comradeship, how we look after our veterans, our seniors and the youth. The Legion looks after everybody. How much better can you get?” Country Fare By Patricia Ham, Auburn School House Hoping you will enjoy and use some of the recipes I will be giving each month. They have all been tested by me in my home, and will come from many sources. They are easy family food that teenagers and parents will enjoy. CORN MEAL MUFFINS 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup cornmeal 2 tbsp, sugar 4 tsp. baking powder 1 egg, well beaten 1 cup milk 2 tbsp, oil 1/2 tsp. salt Sift flour with sugar, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl. Make a well in the centre and add 30 ©ws LnJLlU E>I Brussels Village Market We Acute. tAe ingredients 887-9740 Executive chosen The Blyth Legion Ladies Auxiliary executive was chosen recently. Back row, from left: Mildred Ament, executive; Bernice Pierce, sergeant-at-arms; Sandra Elliott, treasurer; Connie Shiell, executive and Edythe Giousher,' executive. Front: Erlene Caldwell, first vice-president, Vai _____Pethick, president and Janice Henry, past-president. (Janice Becker photo) egg, milk and oil all at once. Stir only to just combine. Batter should be lumpy. Fill greased muffin pan two-thirds full. Bake at 400°F for 20 - 25 minutes. POTATO PANCAKES 3 lbs. uncooked potatoes 3 eggs, separated 1 1/4 cup flour pinch of salt 1 large apple, grated bit of onion Peel potatoes. Let stand in cold water an hour or two. Grate and drain well. Add egg yolks, flour, salt, grated apple and onion. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Spoon small amounts into hot greased frying pan to make thin pancakes. 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