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The Citizen, 1991-03-27, Page 12PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN. WFTWFSDAV. Mu’CH 27, 1991. Auburn UCW donates toys as roll call Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7589 WI takes a look back The monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute was held at the Community Centre on Thursday, March 21. The president Evelyn Merrill chaired the meeting and opened it with a poem, “Decorations”, The Ode, Mary Stewart Collect and Grace was sung with Marjorie McDougall as pianist. The tables were beautifully decorated for St. Patrick’s and spring flowers. The hostesses Mrs. Beth Lan­ sing. Mrs. Tom Lawrence and Mrs. Oliver Anderson served delicious desserts and beverage. Ruth Jardin passed small shamrocks around numbered and prizes went to Tena Empey, Martha Daer and Jean Plaetzer. The minutes of the last meeting were read by secretary Kay Lapp who also read correspondence. The treasurer’s report was given by Tena Empey. The roll call “The year your house was built and an interesting Palm Sunday at Knox Rev. Paul Ross conducted the morning Palm and Holy Commun­ ion service at Knox United Church and Bernice Gross was organist. Nancy Park sang a solo. Rev. Ross gave the Call to Worship. The hymn “Hosanna! Lord Ho­ sanna” was sung. Rev. Ross told the children’s story and gave the Prayer of Confession and Assur­ ance of Pardon followed by the choral response. The hymn “All Glory, Laud and Honor” was sung. Rev. Ross gave the meditation “The Enemies of Jesus: The Establishment”. The sacrament of Holy Communion took place and the communion hymn “My Song is Love unknown” was sung. The offering was received by Bill Seers, lan Andrews and for the Sunday School, was brought for­ ward by Graham Worsell and fact about it” was answered by 11 members. Jean Plaetzer gave the card report. Plans were made for the annual meeting in April. Ruth Jardin, curator, then took over for the Tweedsmuir History meeting. She gave an Irish read­ ing. She had candy bunnies in a jar and each one guessed how many there were. Evelyn Merrill was the winner. Ruth gave the history of Auburn village council, Huron County work, new people, weddings, births, anniversaries, and birthday and deaths, etc. She read a poem “Days Gone By”. She had scrap­ books on display of Auburn History to be looked at. She had a contest on the names of the streets in Auburn and the prize went to Mildred Lawlor. She stated thanks to Bernice Anderson and Frances Clark who help compile the history. Evelyn Merrill thanked Ruth for the most interesting history. The meeting closed with the singing of O Canada. Kevin Millian and dedicated. The hymn “Ride on Ride on in Majes­ ty” was sung. Rev. Ross pro­ nounced the Benediction and the choral response ended the service. Campaign raises $613 Heart and Stroke fundraising captain Eunice Arthur says thanks to the people of Auburn, who gave so generously to the Heart and Stroke Foundation to the amount of $613. This exceeded the 1990 which was $590. She gives special thanks to canvassers Grace Cartwright, Maureen Bean, Jane Giousher, Frances Clark, Carol McDowell and Barbara Whetstone for their dedi­ cation. The Auburn U.C.W. met at the Auburn United Church on Monday, March 18. Roll call was a donation of a toy or book for children six to ten years of age to be given to the Children’s Aid Society. The program commit­ tee consisting of Marilyn Verbeek, Marie Millian and Carol McDowell presented a look at missions through reading a scripture. A skit “Will someone touch me” (a conversation between God and a Silver Tops enjoy pot luck The Silver Tops held their pot luck dinner at the Community Centre on Wednesday, March 20. Ell Lapp led in the singing of Grace and everyone enjoyed th? dinner. Dorothy Grange chaired a short business meeting. Marion Haggitt read the minutes of the last meeting and also the financial Community happenings Recent visitors with Mrs. Fran­ ces Clark were Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McIntosh, Mr. and Mrs<. Dale Gaffin and Laura, all of London. Good Friday Service will be held at Knox United Church, Friday, March 29 at 8 p.m. The deadline for articles for the layette and Children’s Aid will be received by Jean Plaetzer by 2nd ANNUAL BRUSSELS OPTIMISTS SPRING CONSIGNMENT AUCTION THURS. MAY 23/91 6:30 PM BM&G. COMMUNITY CENTRE CONTACT ANY OPTIMIST MEMBER FOR CONSIGNMENTS x * a \A/ A MTCD ONE OR TWO ESTATE OR W AIN I tU- HOUSEHOLD OFFERINGS lonely old woman) reminded every­ one of their own mission responsi­ bilities. The president Anne vincent con­ ducted the business. Mrs. Eunice Arthur will be attending the April London Conference in Sault Ste. Marie as the voting delegate. A donation is to be sent to the centre for the Christina Studies and to the Laotion family of Goderich. Jean Plaetzer reported on the progress of the layette and stated that donations will be received anytime statement. The Spring Rally is being held at Dungannon, Tues­ day, April 16 with a cost of $3 a person and registration from 9:30 - 10 a.m. A vote of thanks was given to Marion Haggitt for looking after the euchre games, gifts, etc. The meeting adjourned and a few games of cards were played to end the afternoon. Wednesday, April 10. The Junior Youth Group of Knox United Church will meet at the manse on Thursday, March 28 to watch the rock musical “Jesus Christ Superstar”. An invitation has been extended to attend the Londesboro United Church Songfest on Sunday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. up to the deadline of April 10. Easter baskets for area shut-ins will be made at the Church Thursday, March 28 at 9 a.m. Donations of cash or home baking will be appreciated. Please contact Maureen Bean for further informa­ tion. The Spring Thankoffering was discussed with details to follow. The meeting was adjourned and a social time was enjoyed by mem­ bers. Thank You We wish to thank everyone who helped us celebrate our 6th Anniversary on Friday, March 22. Congratulations to our Door Prize Winners BRUSSELS WINNERS Driving Lights - Roy Williamson Umbrella - Don McNeil Welding Gloves - Hugh Ives BLYTH WINNERS Vest - Earl McKechnie Driving Lights - Wayne McClinchey Rug - Nicole Kerr y RADFORD AUTO j FARMAND INDUSTRIAL PARTS FUNK SEEDS For a stronger crop program G»40 34 new 2600 H.U. G-4023 ‘ 2700 H.U. G*4120 new 2725 H.U. G«4027 2750 H.U. G.4140 2850 H.U. G*4160new 2850 H.U. See your Funk dealer today. FUME'S MVBBIO John A. Van Beers R.R.41, Blyth 523-4431