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The Citizen, 1987-09-30, Page 3THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1987. PAGE 3. Blyth UCW served 784 meals this summer The Blyth U.C.W. Executive met in the church lounge on September 24. President Susan Howson open­ ed the meeting with prayer which was followed by a financial state­ ment covering June to September by treasurer Edelgard Hoba. People Ralph and Gladys Caldwell, Leslie and Evelyn Caldwell and family, Stephen and Joan Cald­ well, all of RR 3. Blyth, Wayne and Deb Caldwell and Michael, RR 6, Goderich, Dave and Anne Cottel and family of C re di ton at tended the baptism of their grandson and nephew Matthew Warren Bruins- ma, son of Ron and Karen Bruinsma of Goderich at Goderich Christian Reformed Church on Sunday and were among the 27 guests who returned to Ron and Karen's for a delicious buffet dinner. Last Monday night, seven tables of enthusiastic players were pre­ sent for the beginning of the euchre season. The high lady for the evening was captured by Blanche Hoegy, while Joe Holmes was the high scoring man. Lillian Riehl obtained the low score for women, while Nora Kelly, playing as man, was also a winner. Prizes were received by Clara Rinn and Ruth Dougherty (playing as a man) for the most lone hands in the evening. This week’s special went to Marj McDougall from Auburn. Euchre resumes again Monday evening at 8 p.m. in Memorial Hall. Kathy's Korner A time to remember BY KATHY BROMLEY September is quickly passing and October is just around the corner. The upcoming week, com­ mencing October 5 through to October 12, has officially be declared “Family Week’’. This is an excellent time to appreciate your family and strengthen the bonds between everyone. An ideal time also, to stop and take the time to call/visit someone you love. In this day and age, everyone is in a mad rush, even if all of the conveniences of today are avail­ able for us. During family week, at least one day should be set aside for parents and another set aside for Senior Citizens. I for one, found myself putting off the opportunity to visit some­ one, seniors in particular. Working as the janitor in Queen’s Villafor an hour and a half a day, I never realized how easily things can be over-looked. To me, this was a job to complete routine duties and leave it at that. While a patient in London’s University Hospital, earlier this year, though, I had lots of time to contemplate over various matters. I quickly became very disappoint­ ed in myself for not visiting numerous people before my depar­ ture. As a patient who underwent nine weeks of tests, I decided to take advantage of visiting people when I returned home. I soon discovered, though, it was easier said that done. Upon my arrival home, I had numerous jobs I wanted completed before I return­ ed to hospital on May 11 for brain surgery. It wasn’t until the operation was underway that I really came to my Continued on page 26 A report by the social convenors stated that 784 meals had been served this past summer in the lower church hall. Susan explained about the extensive renovations about tobegin in the hall where Sunday School is held and where other youth activities take place. The meeting unanimously passed a motion to take on responsibility for part of the funding of this church property project. During the first three days of the Harvest Bonanza Oct. 21,22 and 23 (Wed..Thurs..andFri.)people can browse and buy, at rock bottom prices, all kinds of good used clothing. Much has come in already. Saturday, Oct. 24 is reserved for the Bazaar only, which includes the Silent Auction where one can place a bid on a beautiful quilt made by Mrs. Poore senior and quilted by the Church quilters a swell as on other beautiful and useful articles. For sale this year for the first time will be an attractive U.C.W. cookbook, hot off the press. It will include both modern and old fashioned recipes as well as both conventional and modern cooking methods; and household and cooking hints e.g., the number of loaves of bread for so many people. These will make appropriate and reasonably priced Christmas gifts. Interest is mounting for the Bob McClure show on Nov. 14. Tickets can be obtained by phoning Edelgard Hoba (523-9576) who even has a copy of the theatre seating plan. She will sell you the MANNING’S Showroom of Bargains package - dinner and theatre, or each one separately. Correspondence consisted of two letters of appreciation: the Blyth Legion’s Ladies’ Auxiliary for a U .C. W. donation to the Chair EXTENDED Patons Knit ’n’ Save Tricot Boni 100 gm. Balls Variety of colours to choose from. Great for afghans. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st TO FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16th OPEN 7 A.M. TO 5 P.M. ‘ *7o- Swwe tyttc %OFF ALL CARPET and PANELLING ★ Cash and Carry Carpet by: MELMART, SHNIER, CENTRAL SUPPLY Panelling by: CANFOR and WELDWOOD ^teefy. cCectyiic At tut ftnccel “NO BETTER PLACE TO SHOP” MANNING’S Building Supplies Ltd. 120 Hamilton St. , BLYTH Lift Fund and Camp menestungtor financial support and practical work. The Burns’ Ladies have invited Blyth U.C.W. to attend their bazaar, always a popular event, in > HOURS BLYTH 'Vcvtofy The Blyth Variety is pleased to announce that we have extended our store hours for your shopping convenience. STORE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Wednesdays & Sundays BLYTH 'Variety Queen St. N. BLYTH PHONE: 1-519-523-9305 Londesborough Community Hall on Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. The November 26 U.C.W. meet­ ing will centre around Community Friendshipwith convenor Evalena Webster in charge.