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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2004-05-13, Page 9'401 • Licensed Septic Installations • Screened & Field Topsoil • Bark Mulch • Sand • Gravel • Fill • Backhoeing • Bulldozing • Excavating • Loading & Hauling John McKercher Give us a call 887-9061 Fax 887-8734 Construction Ltd Cell Phone 357-6547 R.R. 2 Bluevale A Special guest Students at Hullett Central Public School had a special visit from Geoff Williams, director of education. Williams read a book to the Grade 1-2 class before having a meeting with the student's council, where he explained his job and asked if they had any problems or questions about to run the student's council. (Elyse DeBruyn photo) School holds Winit assembly Mark Your Calendar for a..., INCLUDES ',New filter, installed .'Up to 51_ 10W30 motor oil 'Chassis tube (if applicable) •Comprehensive 55 pt. cheek over with report card •Plus taxes •Plus oil disposal •Most makes smodels _gqiree%laye,d 4111111Pr =swim GOO/MICH 524-9381 or 1-800-338-1134 346 Huron Rd.. Goderich THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 13, 2004. PAGE 9. FROM LONDESBORO Gang hosts games On Monday, May 3, the Londesborough Happy Gang hosted the Solo tournament for the Tri- County region of the Seniors' Games at the Londesborough Community Hall. There were 13 tables of players. There were four games per table in the morning and six games after lunch. Winning gold were Wanda Reynolds and Roselene Bernends. Gwen McKeller and Lottie Grenier were the silver winners while John and Edith Britnell totalled for the bronze prize. Spring plants were donated to the activities by Greyhaven Gardens and Spring Breezes Greenhouse. The Old Mill sent along work gloves, Hensall Co-operative gifted $20 and the Auburn Co-op donated a bird feeder. Thr May meeting at the hall has been changed. The Blyth Seniors have invited the group to their monthly meeting on May 26 instead. Auburn's 150th registration committee is asking for volunteers to take a shift assisting at the hospitality booth. This will be where people register and receive their pre-ordered tickets and books. There will be a short meeting before the weekend of July 30 - Aug. 1. If you can help notify Karen Redmond 526-7633 or Nancy Park at 529-7767. Please mail your request for meal tickets and book orders for the 150th celebration to the Registration Committee, PO Box 13, Auburn, ON NOM 1E0. The fish fry is $10, steak dinner is $15 and the history of Auburn books are $10 each. The Auburn Horticultural Society's plant sale will be on May 17 at the Auburn Community Hall at 7 p.m. Flowers to be donated to the sale can be dropped off after 4 p.m. that day. Proceeds of the sale will go to beautifying Auburn for the year. Baptism at United Church Jacob Noah Yantzi was truly the centre of attention at Londesborough United Church on May 9. The new son of Mike and Erin (Horbanuik) Yantzi, was accepted him into the family of faith through the sacrament of baptism. Also present were grandparents and relatives. The mothers worshipping on Mother's Day were treated to two musical numbers by a men's choir. Rev. Pat Cobk's message was Unconditional Love. In the responsive psalm, Psalm 148, David exhorts all creation to praise God. John, in his gospel, chapter 13: 31-35, recounts Christ saying that the world will recognize a disciple by his/her love. The UCW meeting will be held on Monday, May 17 beginning at 7:30 p.m. with dessert. Guest speaker that evening will be Marjorie Johns telling of her recent trip to Japan. The official board will gather on Tuesday, May 18 beginning at 7:30 p.m. with the session and stewards' meeting. Members are asked to pick up the minutes of the last meeting from the narthex. An early report from the committee in charge of the spring supper and auction held on Saturday evening suggests $4,000 was raised. Happy birthday to Shelby Hamp, Josh Fisher, Debra Coates, Connie Lapointe, Peter DeHaan, Joel Arthur, Don Cartwright, Kyle Stoner, Debbie Berkholtz, Ron Ferrier, Lynn Chamney, Emer Rodger, Allan Craig, Ian Andrews, Bernadette Andrews, Joan Dougherty, Stefanie Archambault, and Wayne Weber. Happy anniversary to Ruth and George Townsend, Debbie and Bill Jefferson, Darcy and Sylvia Andrews, Alan and Dasha Siertsema, and Jim and Diane Ryan. Greeters at Knox United, Sunday. were Lawrence and Jean Plaetzer. Katie McClinchey played music on her flute. Affirming the faith was Rebecca Armstrong. The baptismal hymn was A Little Child the Saviour Came. Gospel reading was John 13: 31- 35. Baptized were Jordon Charles Curran, son of Christopher Curran and Rebecca Archambault; Kieran Robert Joseph Snowden, son of William and Janice-Marie Snowden. The UCW meeting is May 25 at 7:30 p.m. with guest speaker Rev. Ethel Miner-Clare from Belgrave, who will be sharing her experiences of ministering in another country. Please hand in Community Care articles by May 20 to Jean at 523- 9753; Grace, 526-7576 or Teresa 526-7387. Hullett Central Public School held its Winit assembly for April achievements on May 3. The pupils exemplifying the virtues for each week were recognized at that assembly. Forgiveness — this student is very forgiving of others. If someone forgets something and is apologizing, this pupil consistently responds with pleasant forgiveness. Modesty — the recognized pupil came from another school and had If you were watching The New PL last Wednesday ,evening, you may remember the clip about a new Buffalo Bill's cheerleader. Chosen from 200 Canadian girls for a spot on the team's cheerleading squad was Elizabeth Morgan. Londesborough and area folk would know her better as Liz Swan. The eldest daughter of Rev. Colin and Jane Swan, Liz has been dancing and running a dance studio in St. Thomas for many years. already studied some of the new classroom work, but instead of bragging or boasting about that fact, she quietly helped other classmates. Unity — this pupil works well in class and on Earth Day she put forth a solid team effort. She also helps Mrs. Miller when scheduled at noon hours. Gentleness — this is consistently shown by a girl who is gentle in speech and actions, uses good manners always and is sensitive to other people. Five years ago Liz made the squad for the Toronto Argonauts and then cheered in Hamilton as well. Being chosen as a Buffalo Jill is a step up for Liz. I trust all of you remembered to show your thanks and appreciation to The virtues being given importance in May are diligence, co- operation, orderliness and self- discipline. On the last three days of this week, pupils in Grades 3 and 6 will be participating in the EQAO assessments in reading, writing and math. The tests will be completed on May 18 and 19. Mrs. Gilroy, Mrs. Vandendool and Mrs. Webster will be conducting these mandated tests. your mom last Sunday and/or to the other women who have been influential in your life for as Elizabeth Akers Allen says: Over my heart, in the days that are flown, No love like a mother-love ever ;las shone. 1 in hospital after ATV crash On May 8 at 5:45 a.m. an OPP 25-year-old from Ashfield- officer came across an ATV crash.on Colborne-Wawanosh Twp. was Londesborough Road just north of attempting to administer first aid. Sharpe's Creek Line in the The injured male was taken to Municipality of ACW. Goderich Alexandria Marine and The officer was heading to General Hospital. He had serious Goderich after responding a little head injuries and was airlifted to earlier in the night to calls regarding Victoria South Street Campus in ATVs racing around in Auburn. The London. officer found that two ATVs had Steve Feagan, 28, of ACW is listed been travelling on the wrong side of in serious condition. the road. One man was lying on the The investigation continues over ground unconscious and the other the crash.