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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2000-11-08, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2000. NEWS At the Branch Brussels Grade 5/6s talk to veterans FROM BRUSSELS Lee from Huronlea By Lee Chesterfield Instead of writing a short article about Remembrance Day I decided that my daughter Jane’s poem says everything much better than I could express it. Her poem was printed in The Sudbury Star in 1960 when she was 11. If you think I am biased - you would be absolutely right. REMEMBRANCE DAY On Remembrance Day I think Of all the soldiers brave, Who died in spite of all they did Our fair land to save. By Jo-Ann McDonald On Nov. 1 Grade 5/6s from Brussels Public School visited with our veterans. They learned what it was like to serve in the Army, Navy and Air Force during the war. They learned about the Cadet Corp and saw all the war memorabilia on dis­ play. They also learned about the essays, poem and poster competition sponsored by the Dominion Command of the Legion. We are very thankful for our veter­ ans who gave their time to talk with the children. Helping that day were Comrades Bill Bremner, Gordon Workman. John Wright, Alf Sutton, Lyle Brothers, Ross Bennett, Donald Dunbar and Glenn Bridge. Comrades Linda, Sandra and Julie also participated. '’he children were very good and listened well and had very interest­ ing questions for our veterans. Friday night supper-goers enjoyed the most delicious lasagna. This week is roast beef. In hospital are comrades Al Nichol and Ross Duncan. A speedy return to good health is wished to both. The craft and bake sale held this weekend was a great success. Lots of Christmas ideas and gifts were seen Today we lay our humble wreaths At the soldiers’ feet. Who, on those dreadful war days Their doom did meet. The poppies red that mark their graves On this day do weep. To think of all the soldiers that Are in this dreamless sleep. Everyone, yes, young and old, Every year do pray For the soldiers who were killed, We honor them this day. Jane Chesterfield Majestic hosts euchre The Majestic Women’s Institute held its euchre party in the Brussels library on Thursday evening, Nov. 2 with four tables in play. The top lady prize went to Leona McDonald and high man was Ross Cunningham. Low lady was Yvonne Knight and low man was Mary Davidson. The lone hand prizes went to Elunid McNair and Leslie Knight. Tally prizes went to Edythe Giousher, Helen Gallop, Jean Bewley, Mary Huether, Irma Brighton and Kay Hesselwood. Yippee - Lyle and Alice Brothers are the new Citizens of the Year! Thanks for seeing these active folks as an example to the rest of us. They support new ideas, they work on specific causes, they share their tal­ ents with community and they are pleasant to people. What an exam­ ple. And besides that, they walk reg­ ularly. Good choice. Now we’re waiting for the party. It was reunion time on Sunday as Rev. Cam McMillan celebrated anniversary Sunday at the United Church. We had four years of news to exchange so it was a chatty time as we enjoyed lunch and tidbits of life with Cam and Barb who reside near Palmerston now. The Blyth Festival Singers were thrilled to be part of a 250-person choir on Friday night in Centennial Hall. The London Concert Players Orchestra as well as four by a good crowd. Organizer Comrade Marg Bennett was pleased and thankful for all the door prizes and helpers. This weekend is Nov. 11 and Remembrance Day services will be held at the Branch. Form-up for all laying wreaths and marching is at 10:30 a.m. The service will begin at 10:45 with the two minutes of silence being observed at 11 a.m. The church service is at Brussels United. There is a need for Canadians to preserve the shared memory and tra­ ditions. As we lose many of the war veterans and their generation we must not lose the memory of their sacrifices. Restoring the custom of observing two minutes of silence on Remembrance Day would be an excellent way of reviving the collec­ tive memory. This is veterans’ week and it con­ cludes with Remembrance Day serv­ ices. The Royal Canadian Legion has made its call for a national wave of silence as a way to enhance awareness of the sacrifices made by Canadians in wartime. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month all Canadians should fall silent for two minutes to reflect and pay tribute. choirs were conducted by Gerald Fagan - who used to teach in Listowel. Choir members from our area who enjoy singing King David by Honegger were Sheila Richards, Agnes Schell, Joan Perrie and Susanna Lyman. The candidates meetings are all over. You've heard the words, you’ve seen the actions now you decide who you want to represent you for the next three years. Now that Halloween is over we’re ready to think of the next season. Have you got your ideas ready to enter the Santa Claus Parade? We’ll be watching for you on Dec. 2. Enjoy the fall and get your bulbs planted. So please stop and reflect and/or attend the Remembrance Day Service. We all have some relative that served in the war and in respect to those who served or died we should remember their sacrifices for all of us and our children. The following is a poem written by Anne Marie Forsythe for the Brussels Fair competition as a Grade 6 student’s understanding of Remembrance Day and conse­ quences of war. / am I am a soldier I am a soldier ignored in the middle of the battlefield. I am 1 am a Poppy I am a Poppy growing after the war in Flanders Field. / am I am a Cross I am a Cross that represents all the men and women who lost their lives in the war. / am other Great selection There were lots of items for sale at Legion craft show on Saturday and Sunday. These two vis­ itors looked over the selection at the back table. (Vicky Bremner photo) the annual Brussels COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Euchre Tournament upstairs at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own partner. Cash Prizes. Lunch. Admission $5.00 per person. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Remembrance Day Services at Brussels Legion. Begins at 10:45 am. Church to follow. Lunch at Legion. Form up at 10:30 am. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Singles Dance from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. Admission: $8.00 per person. Lunch. Dance to "Blue Diamond Trio" SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Sunday morning breakfast. Come before or after church. Served from 8:00 a.m. 'til 1:00 p.m. Adults $5.00. Children $2.50 SAT., NOVEMBER 25 Euchre Tournament downstairs at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own partner. Cash prizes. Lunch. Admission $5.00 per person. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Singles Dance from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. Admission: $8.00 per person. Lunch. Dance to "The Country Trubadours" Inquiries on events, use or rent of Legion, please call 887-6562 after 4:00 p.m. I am a Nurse I am a Nurse who sees and helps all the ignored men and women. The motto for the Royal Canadian Legion is Lest We Forget and our emblem the pdppy. So please sup­ port both our Remembrance Day Services and our symbol the Poppy this Nov. 11. ELECT RALPH WATSON COUNCILLOR HURON EAST BRUSSELS WARD My experience on the Transition Board at County Council and in business will serve us well. Call 887-6236 for a ride to the polls to vote for Ralph Watson • Nov. 13 Welcomes you and yours! Remember to book your office Christmas parties and family get-togethers soon! 3 delicious country-style menus or our fabulous buffet dinner to choose from 887-9035 Our lowest price ever plus a RadioShack Exclusive Bonus Offer just in time for Christmas ’100“ ’100“ 5 FREE programming credit bonus programming credit Pay Per View Movies Plus 10 FREE New 401 System RadioShack VHS tapes. 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