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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2005-08-18, Page 3From Marilyn’s Desk By Marilyn Craig Call THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2005. PAGE 3. FROM BLYTH Doug and Gail Peterson of Edmonton, Alberta, visited Thursday, Aug. 4. with Amy and Ralph McCrea. While here they attended the Owens Reunion. Ralph and Amy McCrea and Maureen and Brad Montgomery attended the Owens Reunion on Friday night and Ralph and Amy attended again on Sunday. Verna and John Evans spent the Corrections to fire story There was some misinformation received in the story entitled “Lightning strikes home” in the Aug. 11 issue of The Citizen. The home is owned by both Dale Whitfield and Sharon Westberg. No one was home at the time of the blaze. Also, damage to the home was more than the $125,000 as reported, as the home will have to be torn down. We regret the errors and any confusion they may have caused. weekend of Aug. 5-7 with Nancy and Ed Daer of Wingham. They also attended the Owens Reunion. They visited with Don and Marilyn Craig on Sunday on their way home to Sarnia. Happy anniversary to Bill and Susan Howson who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this past week. Happy birthday to Doris Hicks who celebrated Aug. 8 and happy birthday to Marjorie East who celebrates Aug. 17. The Richmond relatives gathered at the home of John and Sheila Nixon, Belgrave on Sunday, Aug. 14 for their annual picnic. Kids enjoyed games and the adults had a contest to test their knowledge of the Richmond clan. Special guests were: Jessie and Harold France of Wingham and Helen (Kane) Merheb and her children, Ahmad, Khaldoon, Tarek and Aicha of Lebanon. Other guests were from Grimsby. Lefroy, London. Waterloo, Goderich. Mitchell. Fullarton. Wingham and Blyth. The community will soon bid farewell to long-time resident Kathy Bromley. After 30 years in Blyth,Thornley is moving back to the area where she was born in Goderich. In her years here Kathy could be seen at work for the Huron County Housing Authority at Queen’s Villa. She also did subcontracting and maintenance work al Maple Villa in Brussels. She wrote a community column for The Citizen and was instrumental in starting the Citizens on Patrol in Blyth We wish her well at her new home. BLYTH UNITED CHURCH Greeting at Blyth United Church on Sunday, Aug. 14 were Joan and Lavern Clark. Guest pianist was Amanda Swartzentruber. Guest speaker was Tom Dunbar. The children’s hymn Jesus Loves Me was sung. The children’s story was about receiving gifts. Mr. Dunbar asked what their favourite gift was? A hamster was the answer. The responsive reading Psalm #67 was led by Ollie Craig, followed by the scripture reading: l Corinthians 12: 4-11 and Romans 12: 4-8. Mr. Dunbar’s message to the adults was A Very Personal Gift. We all have favourite gifts that we receive, he said. There are five gifts that God has given us in the Bible. The lists are found in three different places in the Bible. They arc share your gifts, encourage others, live your faith, pray and give back to God. God gives all people different gifts and they must trust in God and have faith in Him. Top quality new crop JERSEY MAC APPLES and VINE RIPENED TOMATOES^W? at the farm or delivered / Affordable prices Blythe Brooke Orchards One mile Oar Oiling at Lee's Service Centre Underside Doors & Door Panels Dog Legs Starting September 6 We use Hot, Acid Free, New Oil CARS & LIGHT TRUCKS For a cause It was Glad Days for epilepsy awareness on Aug. 11 in Blyth and Florence Wiersma made a purchase of the colourful flowers from 11-year-old Caitlyn Jerome of Teeswater and Kathy Bromley. Bromley who had brain surgery several years ago to stop her seizures has been a dedicated volunteer for the epilepsy society for some time. Jerome, who is an epileptic wants to make people aware and educate them about the condition. (Bonnie Gropp photo) Blyth Area Farmers' Market Every Saturday 1:00-4:30 until Sept. 10 Corner of Queen & / Dinsley Streets Fresh fruits & vegetables, home baking, jams, jellies, pickles, honey, maple syrup, pork & lamb products We need and appreciate any and all help that we can get. All ideas welcome. Hours of participation by students can be credited to high school community service. Witches' Walk Meetin at the Greenway Wednesday, August 24th at 7 p.m. For info call Gwen at 523-4322 or Bev at 523-4964 Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 1 pm - 9 pm; Fri. 1 pm - 6 pm; Sat. 8 am -12 noon (Weather permitting) 348 Dinsley St. E., Blyth 523-9151 2005 BLYTH LEGION BRANCH 420 ELIMINATION DRAW Order Drawn Amount Won Winner 25 $25.00 Herb Govier 50 $25.00 Jewell Plunkett 75 $25.00 Harry Torrence 100 $100.00 Neil McGavin 125 $25.00 Cheryl Nuhn 150 $25.00 Ken Webster 175 $25.00 David Sparling 200 $100.00 Ron Driscoll 225 $25.00 Josh McBurney 250 $25.00 Vera Hesselwood 275 $25.00 John Ryan 300 $100.00 Glen McLean 325 $25.00 Susan Hubbard 350 $25.00 G. & P. Jenkins 375 $25.00 Wes Chambers 396 $50.00 Doug Neil 397 $100.00 Teresa Godfrey 398 $250.00 Cathie Schalk 399 $500.00 Bill Giousher 400 $1,500.00 Howard Grealis "Early Bird" winners of $100.00 each were won by Susan Hubbard and Deb & Ray Latendre. 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