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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1996-11-20, Page 6II -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, November 30, 10$111 Wonderful response to district tulip sale Seaforth Horticulture Society met Nov. 13 at Northside United Churoh, beginning with a potluck din- ner. Eleanor Horst opened the meeting by telling a story of a man's inspiration garden. Roll call was answered by 21 members telling what they would like for a program for the year 1997. Jim Anderson has planted a tree at the hospital to replace the one that died. The District Annual will be held in Wingham April 26, 1997. Frank Kershaw and Neil McGavin will be the speakers. It was moved we give a donation to the Seaforth Santa parade, Nov. 29. Nancy Kale introduced Gerald Baptist of Teeswater our District #8 director. He reported a wonderful response to the tulip sale, 48,662 bulbs, and they are considering daffodils in the year 2000. At this time there is no cut off of the provincial grant. A bus is being considered to go to Thunder Bay Convention Posters on display at library On November 1 1 th the annual Remembrance Day parade to the cenotaph was held and despite poor weath- er there was very good atten- dance. The service was con- ducted by Padre Major (Rtd) Frank Golding and Branch 156 President John Lansink. The colour party was under the direction of Sgt. -at -Arms Errol Skillender. The parade consisted of Branch 156 members, Legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch 156, Army Cadets, Seaforth Scouts and members of the public presenting wreaths. There were a good number of people from the public, along with the students from Seaforth Public School and St. James School also in attendance. Before the Legion parade, members of the Legion and Auxiliary attended the Seaforth high school to par- ticipate in its Remembrance service. Public relations offi- cer Barbara Scott delivered the Legion address. We want to thank the high school for their invitation to participate in this event. Poppy Chairman Errol Skillender would like to thank all those who turned Dublin by Dorothy Dillon 345-2883 Murray brothers hold euchre party Well, the Murray Brothers are at it again! Another excit- ing euchre party was held at the "Mayor's" place in Dublin. One brother went west five miles before he knew where he was, but he got back in time for a whirl- wind of a game of six -hand euchre. I won't say which one euchred the other two of us. We don't know any night we got such a "shellacking"! The two in Perth County and the "Mayor" lost, and the two from McKillop and the one from Kitchener won. The kitchen table got bent. Don MacRae was pleasant- ly surprised when he and Eileen were invited for din- ner on Saturday evening to the home of his daughter, Nora Ann and son Trevor in London to find all members of his family together to cele- brate his 75th birthday, including his two sisters, Mrs. Anne Hatton, Sarnia, Mrs. Rita Gooding, London, and John and Nancy Gooding (nephew) from Owen Sound called in to sec uncle Don for a short time. Very .good friends and neighbors of Nonie were also guests and helpers to make this day a very special day for Don. Joe Eckert was pleased to have a visit from Judy Emm, Jenny and Tammy of itratford. A very happy 86th birthday to Jim Kelly, Seaforth, who celebrates this Friday. Jim, we all appreciate how you took part in kcal events, and your smile made our day. Successful dinner Seaforth and arca Town and Country Homemakers held another very successful din- ner and meeting at Seaforth Community Centre last Thursday. A good crowd attended. John Jamula, our efficient organizer, welcomed all to a delicious mcal pre- pared by Marjorie Anderson. Following the meal Marguerite Thomas spoke and shared some very worth- while ideas about avoiding accidents. Several little use- ful brochures were available. Seaforth Legion by Barbara Scott out to help with the poppy campaign. It was very suc- cessful and he also thanks the public for their generous donations. After the parade back at the Legion, Fern Chesney and her committee served lunch to the members. Thank you ladies very much, it was enjoyed by everyone. Then later, Jim Rose entertained us on the piano for a sing song. This as always is enjoyed by all those present. This year we were joined by some comrades from Mitchell branch. Youth education committee chairman Charles Perkins reports the entries for the poems, essays and posters contest have now been judged and the top entries in each category are on display at the Seaforth Library until Nov. 26. Winning entries will be sent on to the zone level of competition. At the recent zone cribbage tournament three teams from our branch qualified for the district tournament. Sunday, Dec. 8 there will be a leadership and planning seminar held at Branch 156, Seaforth at 2 p.m. All mem- bers and the auxiliary are invited and encouraged to attend this meeting. On Dec. 14 there will be a giant turkey draw starting at 4 p.m. These turkeys will be 10-12 lbs. each and there will be 50 draws. Also there will be horse races and entertain- ment. Beef on a bun will also be available. Please keep this event in mind. Dec. 15 the annual Legion children's Christmas party will be held at 2 p.m. Anyone wishing to take part in the concert please contact Barbara Scott, 527-1787. Anyone who knows of a Legion member who is either in the hospital or shut-in at home please contact Mary De Jong 522-0474 who will arrange to visit them. Do not forget the early bird campaign only runs until Nov. 30. 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