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The Citizen, 1992-12-09, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9,1992. A Santa-sized lap Christopher Acton enjoyed a brief visit with Santa Claus, who made a stop at the Brussels Fire Hall after the parade to hand out a bag full of goodies to youngsters. Council can do little on parking problems A notice will be put in The Citi­ zen requesting people working in Brussels not to park their cars on the main street all day but there is little more that village council can do to solve the problem, council­ lors decided Monday night. The decision came after a peti­ tion signed by several main street business people was received, com­ plaining about people who park their cars on the main street all day long taking up spaces customers could use. "If people expect to do business in town then they shouldn't have people (their employees) parking on main street all day long," Reeve Gordon Workman said. "There's not much we can do about it. Peo­ ple expect us to be councillors, policemen and dog catchers." Mennonite news On Sunday, Dec. 6 Pastor Warner preached from Hebrews 12: 12-17, on the theme of “Best Before/Expiry Date”. For the month of December, the Christian Education Hour is being spent with groups of varying ages participating in “Journey with Jesus” activities as they follow through the various stages of Christ's life on earth. Next Sunday, fellowship and a pot luck meal will be held after the church and Sunday School Services. On Tuesday evening, the ladies met at the 5R's Thrift Shop where they learned more about the shop's achievements in the first year of business. A cookie exchange, a hands-on craft activity and Christian Fellowship were also part of the evening. Wendy Martin and Brenda Gilkes were in charge of Continued on page 22 BULLS' FOOD DRIVE SUNDAY DECEMBER 13th vs Wingham Bring a Can $1.00 off admission Councillors also worried about cars being left on main street at night, getting in the way of snow removal crews. "The vehicles should be towed," said Councillor Mary Stretton, complaining that the cars hampered snow removal and left main street in a mess for Satur­ day's Santa Claus parade. Reeve Workman suggested a solution should be found to a more unique parking problem. Some place with hitching posts should be created for the benefit of Mennon­ ite families coming to town to shop, he said. He noted that at pre­ sent the Mennonite families must keep one person in the carriage looking after the horses while the other shops because there is no place to secure the horses. BRUSSELS CEMETERY The Brussels Cemetery Board wishes to thank all those who have made donations to the cemetery. Increased costs and decreasing interest rates have made the financing of the cemetery difficult. The donations have been greatly appreciated. THANK YOU THE BRUSSELS CEMETERY BOARD INTRODUCING INTERPLAK HOME PLAQUE REMOVAL^J INSTRUMENT The Interplak power toothbrush. The first real advance in home plaque removal. Ten tufts of bristles rotate 4200 times per second, reversing 46 times per second. MED-E-OX HOME RESPIRATORY & MEDICAL EQUIPMENT Brussels People Santa is going to be making a special appearance in Brussels this holiday season. On Thursday, Dec. 17 beginning at 7 p.m. the jolly elf will be read­ ing letters on the local cable station (Channel 12). Anyone interested in having their letter read on televi­ sion should mail it at the Brussels post office by Friday. A note of permission from parents must be included. Though there may not be enough time for Santa to read all the letters on air, the phone lines will be open following the program for children to talk to Santa personally. The Majestic Women's Institute of Brussels held their monthly euchre party on Tuesday, Dec. 1. There were eight tables at play. The following were the lucky winners: high lady, Jean Ireland and Ann Smith, tied; high man, Bill Craig; birthday nearest Dec. 1, Mabel Bauer; birthday nearest Christmas, George Lavery; lucky table, Mabel Bauer, Reinhardt Bauer, Elunid McNair, George Lavery; most lone hands, Jim Smith, Richard Lindberg and Ruby Steiss (three-way tie); travelling lone hand prize, Ross Cunningham. The next euchre will be held Jan. 5. The members of the Majestic Institute would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and the best for the New Year. On Sunday, Dec. 6 a surprise birthday party was held for Mrs. Gertie Kellington at the home of Don and Joyce Jacklin of Brussels. Also present were her husband, Bill Kellington; Robert and Deannie Kellington and family, Stratford; Brian and Donna Kellington and family, Belgrave; Murray and Stephanie Kellington and family and Kevin Kellington and Rose Marks, all of Brussels. Library hosts festive program The Brussels Branch Library is hosting a special Christmas program at the library on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Paul Haslam, will delight the whole family with stories, songs, balloon magic and hauntingly beautiful music played on the hammered dulcimer and guitar. Paul Haslam's latest music tape, a charming combination of traditional British Isles music and his own compositions, called Step Out of Time, can be borrowed at the library. Mr. Haslam, a resident of Huron Legion team gets second By Sandra Josling Four members from the Brussels Legion Branch competed at the Zone C-l euchre held at the Seaforth Branch on Saturday, Nov. 28. The Brussels team had a good day of cards and a second place finish. This qualified the team to compete at Br. 123 Galt on March 27. Team members were Ross Brighton, Gord Nichol, Ken Josling and Norm Dobson. The fraternal members competed in euchre the same day in Hensail, tieing for second. After the tie was broken, the team fell to a fourth place finish. Participants were: Harold McCallum, Lloyd Glanville, Ernie Back and Neil Adams. The next fraternal event 1-800-265-5500 Goderich 282 Suncoast Dr. 524-2020 County, is one of few who still builds and plays the hammered dulcimer. This unique stringed instrument is played with small wooden hammers. Though once popular throughout Europe, it has nearly disappeared from use during the current century. Mr. Haslam is an accomplished performer who has entertained throughout Ontario, the United States and the Bahamas. He has recorded for radio and television. His visit to the Brussels Library is a special Christmas treat that no one will want to miss. wiif be team darts on Dec. 12. This will be hosted by the Brussels Branch. This weeks' Blind Draw Mixed Dart winners were Colleen Martin and Bill Nethery, first and Kitty Rutledge and Adam Smith, second. High shooters for the night were Alex Henderson (124) and Kitty Rutledge (114). The Ho, Ho, Ho Pubnight is Friday, Dec. 18 at 9 p.m. Many activities are planned. Monday, Dec. 21 is the next general meeting at the branch starting at 8 p.m. Members are urged to attend. New Year's Eve tickets are available at the branch or Murray's Barber Shop.