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The Citizen, 1987-11-25, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1987. Auburn I/I/Z plans Christmas lunch Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7586 Special education explained to Unit I of Auburn U.C.W. met at the home of Mrs. Bill Seers on Monday evening November 9 with several guests and 12 members present. Mrs. Marinus Bakker conducted the business. There will be a Christmas meeting with an ex­ change of $3 gifts. Members offered to visit various shut-ins. The general meeting will be November 25 at 8 p.m. The future president Mrs. Dana Bean held a discussion concerning U.C.W. changes. Voting on the proposal then were taken. Mrs. Ross Dobie opened the worship with prayer, followed by a topic on “Change”. It is an everyday occurance. Our concept of God changes with growth too. Mrs. Brian Hallam read from St. Luke, the story of Mary and Martha. They choose to worship Jesus in different ways. She then spoke on Jesus’ choice through People love for us and a short discussion followed. Mrs. Dobie spoke on Christian hospitality. Homes should be open to friends, but also for church meetings, Bible study, etc. She closed with prayer. Mrs. Hallam introduced Mrs. C. Simonsfrom Varna. Sheisaspecial education teacher. Mrs. Simons opened her subject on choice with a poem by Robert Frost “Two Roads”. Shetookusfromchild­ hood through adolescence to adult­ hood on various roads to be accepted or rejected. Spiritual life is the same. God is to be followed or rejected. Spiritual life is the same. God is to be followed or rejected. The path that is followed is one’s own choice. Mrs. Hallam thanked Mrs. Simons and presented her with a lovelyplant. The collection was received and Mrs. Dobie closed with prayer. A delicious lunch was served and a social half hour enjoyed. The monthly meeting of the Auburn Women’s Institute was held on November 17 at 2 p.m. at the Community Hall with 14 members and one guest present. The committee was Mildred Lawlor and Martha Daer. The president Mrs. Len Archambault read a poem, “Coming of Winter”. Opened with Institute Ode, Mary Stewart Collect and O Canada with Marjorie McDougall as pianist. The minutes and treasurer’s report was read by secretary June Peck. Correspondence was read and donations were made to charitable organizations. Martha Daer and Kay Lapp gave their reports of the Rally and Mrs. Archambault gave the report of the convention. The roll call was answered by “Memories or songs of the War years.” A reading was given by MarthaDaer: “Outside Plumb­ ing.” The card report was given by Lillian Leatherland and the collec­ tion taken. Viola Raithby spoke on the labels that had been collected. Mildred Lawlor read ‘ ‘The Tale is a Hot Potato’ ’. She also had a contest and prizes were given to Betty Archambault and June Peck. Discussions about a ventilator in the kitchen and doors and lights took place. The next meeting will be pot luck at noon December 15. It was suggested to have the Anglican minister speak at that time. Guests are welcome. The meeting closed with Queen and Grace. Lunch was served by Mildred Lawlor and Martha Daer. Prize for the closest birthday was Jean Plaetzer. The person that received a Christmas card already was Mrs. Carne and a social time was enjoyed. 6 tables at Auburn Euchre There were six tables in play at the weekly euchre party Tuesday, November 17atthe Community Hall. Winners were: high lady, Carol Daer; low lady, Lillian Leather­ land; high man, Ed Brooks; low man, Edgar Daer; ladies most lone hands, Adelaide Allin; Men’s most lone hands, Len Shobbrook; novel­ ty, Jean Plaetzer. Euchre parties are held every Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. in Community Hall. ______ Onions are part of the Allium genusofvegetables, which also includes garlic, leeksandlilies. Onions are one of the world’s oldest vegetables. Cultivation like­ ly began in Middle Asia and the areaaround the Mediterranean Sea. Locals in hospital Sorry toreportthatMrs. Jean Postill is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital. She is wished a speedy recovery. Mr. Harold Baechlor was in Walkerton on last Monday to visit relatives there. He was guest of Mr. and Mrs. Rick Baechler and family of Blyth on Tuesday to celebrate his birthday. Mr. Arnold Craig is a patient in Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich. He is wished a speedy recovery. Bob and Shelley Worsell and family took Dorothy Grange to Toronto on Saturday to stay a few days with daughter Jennifer, her husband Tim and new baby Elliott, who was born November 13 at Toronto General Hospital. Mr. John Raithby is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital following surgery. He is wished a speedy recovery. There willbe a miscellaneous and bake sale by the Walkerburn Club at the library on Nov. 28 at 1:00. Tickets for a beautiful afghan will also be available. Communion service held at Knox, Auburn Re /. Dave Snihur conducted the Communion Service on November 22. Mrs. Greg Park was organist. Call to W orship was read alternate­ ly. The children went to the front for their Children’s Time about a radio, turned on and tuned in the way we should be to Jesus. The hymn, ‘‘Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee” was sung followed by Prayer of Approach. The hymn, ‘‘I am Thine O Lord”, was sung. The offering was received by Marinus Bakker and Brian Ramsey and dedicated. Rev. Snihur read the scripture followed by the Prayer Chorus, “Whisper a Prayer in the Morn­ ing.” The senior choir sang anthem, ‘‘Sing of His Might Love”, under the direction of Lori Millian. The Communion hymn, ‘‘Sons of God” was followed by the sharing of the bread and wine. The hymn, ‘‘TheLord’sMy Shepherd” was sung. The minister pronounc- edtheBenediction. The service closed with the benediction re­ sponse: “Holy Spirit Flow Thru Me.” People are reminded to bring one ornament for each member of the family to Church on December 6 which will be placed on the Family Christmas Tree during the Carol Sing before the service. Craribrook Compiled by Mrs. Mac Engel. Phone 887-6645 Area gets new resident Congratulations to David and Sharon Rapson on the birth of their son, a wee brother for Becky and Allison and a grandson for Lloyd and Beryl Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfrid Strickler spent the Nov. 15 weekend in Ingersoll with their son John and Mrs. Strickler and family. Mr. and Mrs. Don Cotton visited friends in Shelburne on the weekend. Jack Conley made a trip to New Liskeard on Wednesaay to bring a new car for Larry McRae, Listowel. The Cranbrook 4H Club attend­ ed Achievement night on Thursday in the BMG arena. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Strickler and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Conley were in Wa Pace burg November 20-21 for the Canadian Forester’s Provincial Assembly. The winter weather has brought the snowmobiles out for another season. Put The Citizen Under Your Christinas Tree This Year The Citizen... the perfect gift that will be remembered all year long. For friends, relatives, neighbours and employees... a great way to say "Thank you". Please send a 1-year subscription to: Name:............................................................................................................................. Address: ......................................................................................................................... ...................................................Postal Code:................................................................. 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