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The Citizen, 1991-10-02, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2,1991. Rutledges celebrate 50th Gorrie Anglican Church manse was the setting 50 years ago when Edward (Ned) Rutledge took Katherine Durst as his bride. The groom was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex Rutledge and the bride was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Durst. The couple were united in holy matrimony by Rev. Ball. Atten­ dants at the September 30 cereino- ny were the late Mrs. Marilyn Durst and the late Mr. Philip Durst of Wroxeter. Following their marriage the Rut­ ledges took ap residence in Brus­ sels, the place that has been their home ever since. For many years they operated a grocery store in the People Golden anniversary Ned and Kay Rutledge, of Brussels, were the guests of honour this past weekend at a special family dinner in recognition of the couple's 50th wedding anniversary. Brussels students compete in area soccer tournament WRITTEN BY MIKE ILLMAN AND BRENT PEPPER Wednesday, September 18 was Brussels annual Fall Fair. The parade was set to begin at 12 o'clock and our school entered three floats. The first float consist­ ed of band members, while the other two, were made up of the remaining students. Following the parade our students were allowed to enjoy the fair on our own for the rest of the day. At the fair many students won prizes with their entries with the fair work they did at the school. Many others won prizes by playing the great games. A great deal of fun was had by all. On Thursday, September 26 the Brussels school soccer teams com­ peted in the soccer tournament held at Grey Central School. The girls team tied two and lost three, while the boys team won one, tied three, and lost one. A great day was had by all. The Primary Division is doing a Fairy Tale unit and participating are teachers: Mr. Wanless, Mrs. Clark, Ms. Anonech, Ms. Ncthcry, Mrs. Uhler and Mrs. Raymond. They are divided into three groups, and working with other grades in this unit until Christmas or after. Some of the Fairy Tales are "Rapunzel", "Snow White", "Jack and the Bean Stalk", and "Alice in Wonderland." We interviewed Trevor Meade, a Trevor is a grade eight student. We asked Trevor a few questions. He said that he has met many new friends. He also said he misses his old school Trevor's favourite teach­ er is Mr. Kemp. He also enjoyed playing baseball during the sum­ mer. Rebekahs hold first meeting The first regular meeting of Morning Star Rebekah Lodge, Brussels took place on Tuesday, September 10. It was preceded by a bounteous pot luck supper. Noble Grand Janet McCutcheon presided. There was a good atten­ dance. The Charter of our Lodge was draped in loving memory of Verna Thomas who passed away in June. A donation was given to the Wingham and Area Palliative Care Services. A decision to hold the variety fair on Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 was made. The Installation of Officers is to be held on October 22. Invitations to Clinton and Seaforth Lodge members are being extended for this special meeting. Eleanor Hemingway attended Seaforth District High School Commencement '91 on Friday, when two grandchildren, Nancy Godkin and Michael Axtmann, graduated and Darren Hemingway received the French award for Grade 9. Nancy received awards for high­ est marks in Biology, French, Math-Calculus, Ontario Scholar and other scholarships, in addition to the Governor-General's Medal for highest academic excellence. Nancy is attending Queen’s Uni­ versity in Kingston, where she is studying Occupational Therapy. Michael is attending Brocks in St. Catherines. Don and Anne McCosh of Ripley visited on Sunday with Eleanor Hemingway. The Brussels Firemen played the Grey Township Firemen in an exhi­ bition ball game on Sunday, village, after which they ran the 50 to $1 Store. In later years, Mr. Rut­ ledge drove school bus while his wife was employed as a nurse's aid. She has also been actively involved as a volunteer for the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Cen­ tre. Mr. Rutledge retired 10 years ago, while his wife retired five years ago. They now pass their time relaxing and enjoying the company of family and friends. The Rutledges have two sons, Brian and his wife Marlene of Brussels and Terry and his wife Brenda of Aubum. An anniversary celebration was held this past weekend at Terry's September 29. The Brussels team proved to be in top form, winning the game. A BBQ and social time was held at Gary Boyers after the game. Legion news BY SANDRA JOSLING Service Officer Mel Harper will be at the Brussels Legion Tuesday, October 8. Anyone requiring infor­ mation about the Vetrans Indepen­ dence Program, pensions or disability pensions can contact Ted Elliott at 887-6014 or leave a mes­ sage at the Legion at 887-6562 after 4 p.m. Winners of the euchre held Wednesday, September 18 are: high lady, Edythe Giousher; high man, Ruth Dougherty (playing as man); low lady, Dini Nethery; low man, Verna Tunney (playing as man); most lone hands for the ladies was Shirley Hopper and lone hands for the men was Jim MacLean. The next euchre at the Legion will be October 2 at 7:45 p.m. Cost is $1.50/person with a lunch served after. All are welcome to attend. home followed by a family dinner at the White Carnation in Holmesville. Special guests includ­ ed the bride's sister and brother and their spouses and the groom's sister and her family, including guests from Prince George, B.C., Inger­ soll, Orillia, Stratford, Toronto, Samia and Brussels. 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