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The Citizen, 1986-03-19, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 1986. Last Wednesday was a happy day for Jetrid Rueger [left] and Jacques Lapierre and for the shoppers of the Auburn area when the couple opened J J ’ s General Store on main street in the village. The village had been without a grocery store for several months since the closing of The Village Market. UCW uses World Day program The World Day of Prayer was cancelled due to storm at Auburn. Unit II of the U.C.W. used part of this program at their March meeting Wednesday, March 12. The theme was “Choose Life in its fullness”. Stories were read of Australian women of faith who were pioneers in that land. A special offering was taken which News briefs supports the work of Women’s Inter-Church council of Canada an ecumenical organization. Mrs. Peter Verbeek and Mrs. Ruud Koopman were the conven­ ors in charge of the meeting. The worshipandstudycontinued on Native Peoples and Mrs. Verbeek gave the story of Christina Baker - a Metis United Church minister and the work she does among Indians. from Auburn a\ uburn Mrs. Mildred Lawlor 526-7589 Auburn Horticultural Society sees films on gardens The Horticulture Society meet­ ing was held at the community hall Monday, March 10 at 8 p.m. with 26 present. The first vice president Mrs. Maurice Bean chaired the meet­ ing. Themeeting opened with 0 Canada. The minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary Mrs. Jack Vincent and approved as read. The treasurer’s report was given by Mrs. Ross Robinson. Dorothy Grange spoke on the upcoming District Annual for the Society to be held in Owen Sound April 12 with registration at 9:30 a. m. Delegates were chosen. Anyone wishing to go, is to have their money into Mrs. Robinson by April 1. The price is $6.50 for the dinner. Rides would be arranged. Correspondence was read and dealt with. Mrs. Lawrence Plaetzer intro­ duced the two films that were shown being “Growing Together’’ and “Mini Gardens”. These were very colorful and interesting. 4-H club hears guest speaker BY NANCY SIERTSEMA The 4H etiquette club met for its third meeting at the Auburn Library. The meeting opened with the new motto, ‘ ‘Together To-day for a Terrific To-morrow”. There were two guests, Richard Hamilton, the rural organization specialist and his sister Jill. Members were shown how to eat bananas, apples and plums properly in public. Marlene Van Eeden demon­ strated how to introduce a guest speaker and also introduced Rich­ ard Hamilton. He talked about the opportunities in 4H. Marleen Van Eeden thanked him for coming. The meeting was closed with the 4H pledge. The president thanked Ross Robinson for showing these films. The roll call was answered by “What special flower bloomed best for you during winter.” Door prizes were won by Teresa Raithby, Mildred Lawlor and Jane Giousher. The meeting closed with singing of the Queen. Lunch was served by Marjorie McDougall, Vai McPhee and Viola Raithby and a social time followed. Auburn 3M's play cards, shuffleboard The 3 M’s played shuffleboard and cards at the community hall the evening of March 8. After the games they went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Oval McPhee for the business and lunch. Draws were taken and a number were luckey winners. Discussion took place re - a bus trip at a later date. The next meeting will be in charge of Marjorie McDougall, Violet Durnin and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Gross. The enjoyableeveningclosedwith a lunch served by the McPhee’s and the Lapp’s. WMS studies Easter The March meeting of the Presbyterian W.M.S. was held at thehomeofMrs. Viola Raithby. The president Mrs. Martha Daer presided and welcomed all. The devotional period was in charge of Mrs. Frances Clark. The hymns and scripture readings were on the Easter theme. She was assisted by Mrs. Erma Cartwright. The study was on the Symbols and Customs of Easter in other lands given by Mrs. Erma Cartwright. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Frances Clark April 8 at 8 p.m. Recent visitors with Ellen John­ ston and Laura Phillips were Mr. Jack Young of Mitchell and Mr. and Mrs. Stanley McNall of Welland. Mr. McNall retired and hisfellow workersofthe Region PlantoftheCityof Welland treated him to a retirement dinner and program. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Anderson and Mr. and Mrs. Greg Park visited with Mr. William Anderson at Newmarket on the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lawlor visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd McLarty of Goderich while there they visited with their 6 tables at Auburn euchre The weekly euchre party was held at Community Hall on Tues­ day, March 11 with six tables in play. Winners were: high lady, Jane Giousher; low lady, Adelaide Allen; high man, Edgar Daer; low man, Clarence Allen; novelty, Andy Plunkett. Euchre parties are held every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. at the Community Hall. Everyone wel­ come. cousins Mrs. Frances Youngblut and son Douglas of Georgetown who were former Auburn resi­ dents. “We are One in The Spirit’’ and “He’s got the Whole World in his Hands’’ were the hymns with Majorie McDougall as pianist. A meaningful poem ‘Do It Now” was given by Mrs. Koopman. Leader Miss Betty Marsh con­ ducted the business and received the reports. Plans were completed for the Thankoffering on March 19 at 8 p.m. Donations for the Easter Treat Baskets to shut-ins can be left with Mrs. Beth Lansing before March 27. Thirty pneumonia vests have been made for the Ethiopian project and layette articles were donated. The meeting closed with the Irish Prayer Benediction. The convenors were hostesses for a social time. PURECHOCOLATECHIPS 2.101b. GOLDEN BROWNSUGAR ,291b. DESSICATED & FLAKED COCOANUT 1.60/lb. Summer coated chocolate in a variety of colours for homemade candies. Connie’s Kitchen Cupboard LONDESBORO Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Wednesday, March 19 Call anytime 523-9609 STOREHOURS Mon.toThurs. 7:30-7p.m. Fri.7:30-9:00p.m. Close Saturday 5:30 p.m. AUBURN WELCOME TO J.J.’S General Store FEATUREBUYS TUES., MARCH 18 UNTIL SAT., MARCH 22ND PHONE 526-7012 HEINZ BEANS PORK & MOLASSES 14 oz. ,89 PURE ORANGE JUICE 32 oz. 1.99 WHITE SWAN PAPERTOWELS 2 ROLLS SPECIAL .99 CANADA PACKERS BULKWIENERS lb. .75 WHITE LABEL TOILETTISSUE 4 ROLL SPECIAL .99 UTOPIA CHOICE TOMATOES 19 oz. .69 FLORELLE FACIALTISSUE 200’s white .99 TIDE LAUNDRY DETERGENT 12 L. 9.99 PRIMO PASTA SPAGHETTI 900 G. 1.19 WHITE LABEL SOAPPADS BOX of 18 .79 MAXWELL HOUSE INSTANTCOFFEE 227 G. (8 oz.l 6.99 HEINZ KETCHUP 1 L. 2.99 JELLO FRUITPOWDERS 85 G. 2/.79 HEINZ TOMATO SOUP 10 oz. 2/.79 JELLO INSTANTPUDDING 12.5 G. .69 MITCHELL’S PURE APPLE JUICE 48 oz. 1.19 CARNIVAL ICECREAM 2L. 2.25 MONARCH ALL PURPOSE FLOUR 2.5 KG. 2.89 LETTUCE each .69 STOVE TOP STUFFING FOR CHICKEN 340 G. 2.39 TOMATOES lb. .69 QUAKER GRANOLADIPS 1.99 CHOCOLATE CHIPS, PEANUT BUTTER, HONEY & OATSBring in this coupon for : 10% DISCOUNT : ■ ; DOES NOT APPLY TO SALE ITEMS J • COUPON EXPIRES SATURDAY, MARCH 22 ■ SENIOR CITIZENS’ DAY WILL BE EVERY WEDNESDAY 5% DISCOUNT PLEASEBRINGYOURCARD HELP US MAKE J. J.’S YOUR STORE BY ADDING ANY SUGGESTIONS OR FAVOURITE PRODUCTS YOU WOULD LIKE. DROP IN SUGGESTION BOX.