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The Citizen, 1992-12-09, Page 3Take them or leave them Not only is Blyth pharmcist Dan Taylor in the business of filling out prescriptions, but he will help you dispose of any old medication you may have in your medicine cabinet. Congregations hears guest pastor Blyth Apothecary begins drug disposal campaign Been wondering what to do with those old prescription drugs taking up space in your medicine cabinet? Dan Taylor of Blyth Apothecary is encouraging everyone to bring in any left over medication they may have to the pharmacy between the dates of Dec. 9-19. "I thought of this time of year because Christmas tends to be a time when things are getting reorganized and though people can bring in medication for disposal at any time of the year I thought it might be a good reminder if we set aside some spe­ cial days to do it," said Mr. Taylor. Having worked in a poison con­ trol centre in Kitchener from 1977 to 1991, Mr. Taylor is well aware THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9,1992. PAGE 3. of the dangers these left over drugs pose for children, but he adds, they can also be dangerous for adults, who will often use an outdated pre­ scription for self-treatment which can be very hazardous as some medications, like Tetracycline for example, will produce toxic chemi­ cals when they are kept past the expiration date. Mr. Taylor says it's difficult to determine when prescriptions should be disposed of because of the varying speed at which they degenerate. He definitely wouldn't keep any on hand for more than a year, he said. Should anyone have some medication on which they would like more specific informa­ lion he would be glad to help them, he said. Medication, once brought to the Apothecary will be dissolved, then stored until it can be taken to a proper waste disposal site, said Mr. Taylor. This is upon recommenda­ tion of the inspector at the Ontario College of Pharmacists, he added. Marlin Travel The Square GODERICH 524-7335 1-800-663-9709 Greeters at Blyth Christian Reformed Church, on Sunday, Dec. 6, were Koos and Rita Verburg. Ushers were Joanne Wilts and Conrad Bos. Rev. Cecil VanNiejenhuis from Kitchener CRC, was guest pastor for the day. Baptismal Form No. 3, was chosen for the administration of the sacrament, to Adrianna Alena DeVries. The Law was taken from Galations 5, a letter written by the Apostle Paul to one of the first established churches in history. Scripture for the sermon was chosen from Numbers 20 vs. 22-29. Rev. VanNiejenhuis outlined the grumbling attitude of the Israelites as they travelled through the desert without water, with high priests, Moses and Aaron as their leaders. The Lord had instructed Moses and Aaron to speak to the rock which would then open up and provide fresh water to the crowd. In their anger Moses and Aaron struck out at the rock with a wooden rod, showing their displeasure to the Israelites for their distrust in God. As a result of their improper actions, Aaron was disrobed of his royal priesthood. The royal blue cloak adorned with gems, bells and golden crown was handed over toe Aaron's son Eleazar to carry on the priesthood. Aaron was discredited and neither high priest was destined to enter into the “promised land”, known as modern day Israel, though Moses reached the border, as stated in Duet. 34. Rev. VanNiejenhuis pointed out that Moses and Aaron were God's mediators to the Israelites. Our mediator today is Jesus Christ, he said. God showed his mercy and grace to the Israelites as he does to us today. God's anger is sometimes necessary, however his mercy and grace triumph over judgement. In his concluding statements Rev. VanNiejenhuis suggested that we mediate grace and mercy to others, to be channels of God's peace through Jesus Christ. This coming Wednesday at 10 a.m. the ladies' Coffee Break Bible Study Group will host their Christmas program. Choir practice is Wednesday evening, at 8 p.m. On Friday evening at 8 p.m. a “Welcome” shower will be hosted for the refugee family. Play readings at Festival Blyth Festival Artistic Director, Peter Smith is inviting the public to attend the reading of two new plays in development at the Festival. Web, by Rosalind Goldsmith is a political drama about a young journalist who unwittingly becomes involved in the nefarious world of farms dealing. Ceili House is a Colleen Curran comedy that takes place in small-town Canada. The Continued on page 27 Blyth Legion hosts crib tournament By Mary Lou Stewart On Nov. 14, Branch 420, Blyth hosted the Zone C-l Fraternal Biyth People Through generous donations by the citizens of Blyth, business people and local service clubs, a grand total of $1,260.51 was raised for the Canadian Diabetes Association. Canvassers were: Candice Howson, Theresa Machan, Connie Bromley, Joan Clark, Rose de Boer, Debbie Ansley, Lissa Kolkman, Doris Hicks, Kathy Bromley and Mary Lou Stewart. Winners of the weekly euchre at Blyth Hall on Nov. 30 were: high lady, Eileen Haggitt; high man, Ted Fothergill; low lady, Geraldine Dale; low man, Ruby Pattison (playing as a man); ladies' lone hands, Mary Shobbrook; men's lone hands, Harvey Sillib and spe­ cial, Effie McCall. There were six tables of lost heir in play at the hall on Wednesday evening. The winners were: high lady, Ella Richmond; high man, Harvey Sillib; low lady, Dorothy Daer; low man, Effie McCall and special, Shirley Giousher. cribbage tournament in the Legion Hall, with the Blyth team Ken and Thelma Johnston, Murray Nesbitt and Bill Shaddick coming out on top. On Nov. 28 the Fraternal euchre team of Murray Nesbitt, Bruce Richmond, Don McAdam and Harold Knox travelled to the Hensail Branch to capture the championship. On the same day two associate euchre teams travelled to the Zone C-l tournament in Seaforth. The team of Gord Haggitt, Bob Hillis, John Stewart and Murray Thompson will advance to the District C Tournament in Galt next spring. On Dec. 5 the Blyth Branch hosted the Zone C-l Pee Wee hockey tournament in the Blyth Arena. Fourteen teams participated in the day long tournament. The Kincardine team came out on top with the “A” Championship over the Wingham team and Ripley defeated Blyth for the “B” Championship. At the December meeting motions were passed to pay for the cost of new flags for the Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders. A donation of $500 will go to the Salvation Army Christmas Magic Tel-a-thon. Christmas baskets are being distributed to shut-in vets and to veteran's widows. Final touches are being placed on the Christmas hampers for the Huron County Food Bank, the Salvation Army and Family and Children's Services. The next general meeting will be held on Jan. 7. The branch would like to wish all its members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. *r- if'- & v- £?■ A A A A A 523-9291 SCOTCH PINE I CHRISTMAS TREES OR SALE NOTICE TO RESIDENTS VILLAGE OF BLYTH - PARKING During snowplowing/ removal operations, the parking of vehicles on Village Streets is strictly prohibited. All vehicles must be removed from Village Streets, roadways and parking lots of the municipality between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Violators will be prosecuted or will be required to bear the cost of having their vehicle towed away. The owner of any such parked vehicle will be liable for any damage to the said vehicle or to Village snow removal equipment. The depositing, blowing or dumping of snow on Village Streets, Roadways Sidewalks is prohibited, expense will be offenders. David E. Lee Reeve Village of Blyth or strictly Cleanup billed to APOTHECARY ANNOUNCES MEDICINE CABINET CLEAN UP Correction: Radford Auto Farm & Industrial After hours please call 523-9447 or 523-4928 Please do not call 523-4223 We want to help make your home safer for the holidays. From December 9-19 we will be accepting old and unused medication for safe disposal. A A A A EARLFYFE K DINSLEYST.W. BLYTH 52 X SPECIAL this weekend Dec. 10,11,12 Paper Table Covers 54 x 94 20% Off Special selection of Buxton Wallets 1/2 price •1 • Cards • Wrapping Paper • Tags, Bows & Seals • Chocolates • Jewellery • Perfume, and cologne by Coty • Timex Watches • Jewel Boxes • Pen & Pencil Sets Pharmacist - Dan Taylor 140 Queen St. N. Blyth (519) 523-4210 Wilson's Health & Gift Centre Blyth 523-4440