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The Citizen, 2007-11-01, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2007. PAGE 3. The Blyth United Church Women met in the church parlour to see the pictures taken by Randy and Lorna Fraser during their recent trip to Vancouver, Alaska and the Yukon. Their boat, The Stottendam, could dock where others had to take smaller boats in Ketchikan. The tour went up the pass where the gold miners took their train trip. There are still deceased miners and horses up there. One can still see marks in the permafrost. The miners had to prove they had a year’s supply of food. The ship docked at Skagway (Yukon), Anchorage and Fairbanks. The meals were not a typical offering such fare as moose and bear. Skagway, Yukon is where gold was first discovered. One can still take out a small rock, but a large one has to be given to the government. The Native (American) people and First Nations use salmon to feed their dogs. Nutrition has been depleted by the salmon jumping upstream. They keep their dogs fed even if they have nothing. The Frasers saw many First Nations fashions, dolls, sheep, beaver, wolf and fox. There are 18 hours of sunlight in the Yukon at this time of year. They saw Pierre Berton’s childhood home. The UCW’s next meeting is Nov. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Congratulations to Karen (Bernard) and Rob Mason on the birth of their son. Blyth Swinging Seniors held their monthly meeting on Oct. 24. Sharon of Sharon’s Miniatures was guest speaker. She spoke of how her collection of thousands of cars grew and why her present location seems a perfect place to display them. She invited everyone in just to see and enjoy the items on display. Items from the Christmas collection will be on display in her windows at Christmas time. Everyone was reminded of the Seniors’ Christmas dinner Nov. 28. It will be catered by the Legion Auxiliary. Tickets are $12 in advance from Joan Watson. There will be no December meeting. The next euchre is Oct. 29. BLYTH UNITED CHURCH Greeting at Blyth United Church on Sunday, Oct. 28 was Enid MacDonald. Ushering were Hope Button and Terry Richmond. Guest organist was Elizabeth Stennett. Guest minister, Rev. John Roberts welcomed everyone to church on this Anniversary Sunday with the Call to Worship repeated responsively and the Prayer of Approach. The first hymn Rejoice the Lord is King was followed by the Prayer of Confession repeated in unison. The choir anthem was Bless this House. A minute for mission was read by Grant Sparling. The children’s story about two frogs was followed by The Lord’s Prayer. The children went downstairs for their time of worship and fellowship.The readings were from Exodus13: 17-22, Psalm 139 and Romans8: 18-25.Rev. Roberts flavoured thecongregation with a solo, Rock ofAges.Rev. Roberts is celebrating 60years in the ministry. He spoke onthe theme of hope. The theology of hope is Christianity moving forward. Rev. Roberts challenged the congregation to be Christian disciples and carry the torch. On Nov. 11, everyone is encouraged to attend the Legion’s Remembrance Day service at Blyth Memorial Hall as there will be no service at Blyth United. Everyone was invited downstairs to have cake and ice cream to celebrate the October birthdays and the church’s anniversary. UCW explores Vancouver, Alaska Blyth Legion Branch 420 Special dates to remember November 3, 2007 November 4, 2007 Remembrance Day POPPY DAY CANVASS Door-to-Door will start at 9:15 a.m. Those Legion members who can attend will please meet at the Legion at 9:00 a.m. Your assistance will be appreciated. Let us make this another great campaign. Blyth Branch 420 Church Service will be held at Blyth Church of God. Service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Please be ready to assemble in the parking lot at 10:45 a.m. to parade into church. Nov. 11/07 Service will be held at the BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL at 10:45 a.m. with Pastor Les Cook officiating. 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Second prize went to Keith Pullen of St. Catharines, who took home a beef basket, and third prize went to Pat Stanley of Stratford who won a $100 pork basket. The raffle raised over $1,500 for Blyth Festival programs and was sponsored by Huron Insurance Managers Group. (Shawn Loughlin photo) ON $5.00 THURSDAYS Drop into either of our offices any Thursday with your word classified (maximum 20 words) and pay only $5.00 + GST (paid in advance). That’s $1.00 off regular rates. The Citizen BB ll yy tt hh HH oo rr tt ii cc uu ll tt uu rr aa ll SS oo cc ii ee tt yy Annual Meeting at Blyth Memorial Hall November 5 at 7 pm • entertainment by Kirby Cook • share your gardening experiences and photos • membership renewal • light lunch Everyone welcome!