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The Citizen, 1991-02-06, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1991. Trail ride Beautiful sunny skies and warm temperatures added to the enjoyment of Walton Sports Club’s Poker Rally for about 150 snowmobile enthusiasts on Sunday. Despite the mild weather the trails were still in good shape for the rally. Walton Compiled by Mrs. Betty McCall. Phone 887-6677 Sports Club rally a success The Walton Area Sports Club held a very successful poker rally on Sunday, February 3 from the Walton Hall. The day was bright and sunny and on the mild side but a large crowd of faithful snow- mobilers came out to enjoy the day. Approximately 396 hands were sold with about 150 machines going around the trail. The top prize of $100 was won by Brian Hoy of Wingham; second prize of $75 was won by Brian McGavin of Walton and third prize of $50 was won by Paul Kerr of Blyth. There were over 200 door prizes available to be won and most everybody went home with a prize. A good day was enjoyed by all. People Mary Humphries has arrived home from a vacation at St. Petersberg, Florida. She had ac­ companied George and Kim Kruse and children of Bayfield on the three-week holiday, reporting the weather was quite warm and they were situated near the Gulf. Walton Women’s Institute noon luncheon is scheduled for Wednes­ day, Feb. 20 at 11:30. This month turkey will be served. Everyone is welcome. I Euchre winners The were six tables in play at the Auburn euchre party held at the Community Centre on Tuesday evening, January 29. Prizes went to: high lady, Verna Hallam; low lady, Nancy Slater; high man, Harold McClinchey; low man, Gordon Gross; novelty Hazel Craig. Euchre parties are held every Tuesday evening at the Auburn Community Centre at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Hullett begins plans for bridge repair Hullett Council passed a motion for the preparation of plans for repair at Walkerburn Bridge at its meeting on January 29. Ken Dunn of B. M. Ross and Associates has been instructed to proceed with the plans. Council also told road superintendent Jim Johnston to apply for a supplemen­ tary allocation for improvements to the Bridge from the Ministry of Transportation. Walkerburn Bridge is located at Cone. 12 and 13, Lot 39. Mr. Johnston was instructed, as well, to apply to the Ministry for funding under the Anti-Recession Program for road construction at sideroad 30/31, Cone. 11 and the Auburn street project. Council directed Joe Gibson, the township weed inspector to destroy noxious weeds or weed seeds in the prescribed manner on all or parts of any lot shown on a registered plan or subdivision. This applies also to any lots not exceeding 10 acres that are not shown on such a plan. A quotation from R. J. Burnside in the amount of $3,200 plus GST for engineering services to prepare site plans for the gravel pits was accepted. These plans are required under the new Aggregate Re­ sources Act. Council had no objections to the zoning by-law amendment for Part Lot 26, Cone. 8 of McKillop township. PRINTING IS OUR BUSINESS Colour Printing Posters Letterheads Envelopes Business Cards •Business Forms Brochures Flyers Carbonless Forms Labels 3 WE CAN DO IT ALL! A COMPLETE PRINTING^ SERVICE BLYTH PRINTING INC BLYTH 523-9211 Auburn Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7589 Senior Youth Group plans skating party Rev. Paul Ross conducted the morning service at Knox United , Church and Nancy Park was organ­ ist. Rev. Ross gave the call to worship and prayer of approach. The hymn “Fairest Lord Jesus" was sung. Rev. Ross gave the children’s story, Prayer of Confes­ sion and Assurance of Pardon followed by choral response. The hymn “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name’’ was sung. Rev. Ross read the scriptures followed by the hymn “The Church’s One Founda­ tion". Rev. Ross’ sermon was entitled “Step Aside. Please". The prayer chorus was sung. Rev. Ross HELP!! 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NORTH SEAFORTH, ONTARIO — Seaforth: 527-0794 London: 432-1841 101/4% RRSP 2-10 Years Rates Subject to Change Seaforth: 527-0794 London. __ U SunLife See lhe Di/lerence /be Sun Mabes? gave the Prayer of Thanksgiving and Concern and the Lord’s Prayer was repeated in unison. The offering was received by Larry Plaetzer and Greg Park and dedicated. Closing hymn was “Jesus Shall Reign". Rev. Ross pronounced the benediction and the choral response “Stand up, Stand up for Jesus" ended the service. Senior Youth Group will meet for skating at the Blyth arena February 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. On Sunday, February 10 the Sunday School will be hosting a brunch after church. Cost is $2.50 per person with preschool free.