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The Citizen, 1994-11-02, Page 11Walkerburn Club hosts ghosts Witches and goblins gathered at 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24 at Betsy Verwey's home for the Walkerbum Club's annual Halloween party. It was hard to make a decision on the winners but judges finally chose: most original, Vera Penfound who was a painter; lovely lady, Pat Hunking; scary lady, Betty Archambault; the wealthy woman, Brenda Huizinga; ghost, Hannah Huizinga. They received prizes donated by . Betsy Verwey. A number who were not in costume had to pay a 50 cent fine. Vera Penfound opened the business with two readings: "Remembrance Day" and "Why Wear a Poppy". O Canada was sung followed by Ethel Ball Hullett Twp. purchases trees Hullett Twp. will be beautified soon with the addition of 84 trees. Council decided, at the Oct. 4 meeting, to purchase a total of seven dozen maple and ash trees from Baker's Nursery. The maples will cost $9.75 and the ash will be $8.25. B.M. Ross and Associates was hired to prepare plans to replace Middleton Bridge at Lot 36, Cone. 8/9 with a cement culvert and to make plans for a bridge deck and the repair of the siderails on Kennedy's Bridge. Hullett Twp. Drainage Superin­ tendent Geoff King was given approval to attend the drainage engineering conference in Guelph at a cost of $105. The Londesboro Business Asso- CMHA defends housing right Safe, secure, affordable housing is a basic need for all human beings but poverty, discrimination, lack of supportive assistance and community fear bar many people from enjoying that basic right. According to Sharon Barnes, national president of the Canadian Mental Health Association, this right is denied to many individuals suffering with a mental illness. Those suffering with mental illnesses have limited incomes which makes it difficult to secure good housing. Those living below the poverty line are more likely to live in unsafe, unsanitary conditions. This is not their choice. Affordable housing is almost non­ existent for those on limited incomes. In addition to the scarcity of affordable housing, those with mental illnesses are often discriminated against because landlords mistakenly associate mental illness with violence. Unfounded fear results in isolation for those with mental illnesses. People tire of the long stares, assumptions of violence, gossip, and unfriendly behaviour. They confine themselves to their rooms and do not mix with neighbours. This makes their illnesses worse. Supported housing is one of the preferred ways of combatting the problem of housing for the mentally ill. Il is safe and affordable housing where an individual can participate in and contribute to community life. Support is available, if needed, to assist the individual in living in the community and fn maintaining their housing of choice. Affordable housing is available through the Huron County Housing Authority. When individuals suffering with a mental illness arc able to find affordable, secure housing, such as the units available within the Housing Authority, the risk of prolonged hospitalization is greatly reduced. What helps even offering prayer. The secretary read ’he monthly report and the thank you .ioies from members who had been ill. The club is glad that Isabel Moore is home and sorry that Marion Hunking is a patient at Clinton Hospital. She is wished a speedy recovery. Treasurer Ruth McClinchey gave her report. It was decided to donate $100 to Stratford General Hospital for a CAT scan. The draw prize donated by Betty Archambault was won by Pat Hunking. Kay Lapp invited the club to her home for the November meeting. Ruth McClin­ chey and Shirley Archambault will be the program convenor. Ethel Ball and Vera Penfound will be in charge of the lunch. ciation will have the use of the hall, rent free, for a Hallowe'en dance, as approved by council. Deputy Reeve Ron Gross will represent council at the Remem­ brance Day service in Clinton on Nov. 11. A wreath will be pur­ chased from the Clinton Legion at a cost of $32. Council has no objections to the Official Plan Amendment # 019 for the Town of Clinton and plan to notify the Ministry of Municipal Affairs. The general and road accounts were approved for payment in the amounts of $349,477.07 and $95,811.19, respectively. * A special meeting was held on Oct. 11 to address the issue of allowing CHuMS to provide a ser- more is if the community within the housing complexes accept and encourage the participate of these people in their activities. Kindness is a great cure for many of society's ailments. The Huron branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association does provide assistance to anyone looking for affordable housing. There is no housing program or financial assistance available but the staff will help someone get in contact with the housing programs available in their area. THE MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS ACT TOWNSHIP OF WESTWAWANOSH Notice is hereby given to Municipal Electors of the Township of West Wawanosh that polling for the election of: ONE REEVE and THREE COUNCILLORS will take place MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14,1994 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at POLL NO. 1 - BRINDLEY AUCTION CENTRE east of Dungannon (Lots 13 to 16 incl. Cone. 1; Lots 13 to 20 incl. Cone. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9). POLL NO. 2 - M & D GENERAL STORE & VIDEO - AUBURN (vacant). (Lots 17 to 27 incl. Cone. 1; Lots 21 to 27 incl. Cone. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7). POLL NO. 3 - ST. HELEN’S WOMEN’S INSTITUTE HALL (Lots 21 to 27 incl. Cone. 8 and 9; Lots 13 to 27 incl.. Cone. 10, 11,12,13 and 14). ADVANCE POLLS WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 1994 and WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1994 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building (Sideroad 18-19 Concession 8) DEADLINE for making Application to the clerk for a CERTIFICATE TO VOTE BY PROXY Is 5:00 p.m. on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1994. Joan Armstrong Clerk November6, 1994 Branch 420 Church Service will be held at the Blyth Catholic Church. Church service will start at 9:00 a.m. Please be ready to assemble for the march at 8:30 at the Blyth Municipal parking lot. Remembrance Day Nov. 11/94 Service will be held at the BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL at 10:45 a.m. with James H. Carne, Pastor officiating. The Parade Parties will meet at the Blyth Legion at 10.15 a.m. YOUR ATTENDANCE SHALL BE REMEMBERED For November, roll call gifts arc to be brought for the Children's Aid. There will also be a miscellaneous sale and proceeds will go to the Salvation Army. Christmas cards for former members will be signed then also. Discussion followed with regards to making another quilt, which was favoured for the future. Vera gave several readings "The Scarlet Maple" and "Autumn Glory" and "Things the Old Man Said". She closed with a real humorous one "The Pill". Pumpkin pie and ice cream were served by the hostess Brenda Huizinga and Kay Lapp. The Halloween guests then left for their various abodes for another year. vice for Hullett residents. Council approved a bylaw which permits Hullett Twp. to enter into an agreement with Seaforth, Clin­ ton, McKillop Twp., Tuckersmith Twp. and the Central Huron Mobil­ ity Services Inc. to provide and operate a public transportation sys­ tem for eligible people within the municipality. Society to meet at Knox Church The Auburn Horticultural meeting will be held Monday, Nov. 14. This will beheld in the basement of the Knox United Church due to election date at the hall. The staff from Christmas and Country from Blyth will be the guests and will give talks and demonstrations. 24 play euchre There were six tables playing euchre at the Auburn Community Hall on Tuesday evening, Oct. 24. Prizes went to: high lady, Dorothy Grange; low lady, Lois Haines; high man, Darcy Andrews; low man, Ell Lapp; novelty prize, Ruth Sheill. Euchre is played every Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. In the Classifieds THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1994. PAGE 11. AuburnThe news from [Compiled by Mildred Lawlor Phone 526-7589 Lions seek support for birthday calendar The Auburn and District Lions Club will launch its first annual "Community Birthday Calendar" canvas the evening of Nov. 7. The club supports many worth­ while projects within the community serving the community greatest needs. Through the sale of this unique calendar, the club hopes to raise funds for their current project - the further development of Manchester Riverside Park. The calendar features a full colour photo of special interest to the community. Regular scheduled meetings and special events of local organizations are listed. VOTE FOR JOHN DUSKOCY Councillor for Morris Township • 3 years Wingham & Area Fire Board • 3 years Belgrave Arena Board • 1 year North Huron Development Committee • 2 years Huron County Cream Board (Director) & 10 years as Chairman Looking forward to promoting growth in the municipality Blyth Legion 420 Novembers, 1994 Special dates to remember POPPY DAY CANVASS Door-to-Door will start at 9:00 a.m. Those Legion members who can attend will please meet at the Legion at 8:30 a.m. Your assistance will be appreciated. Let us make this another great campaign. Birthdays and anniversaries of family, friends and neighbours are listed on their special day. Local merchants also advertise on the calendar. The birthday calendar is indeed a community service tool, especially since the proceeds stay in the community. Merchants who wish to advertise should call Ben Miller, 529-3443. Community organizations who wish to list meetings or special events should call Jim Schneider, 526-7396. The Lions Club members will be canvassing Auburn and area on the evening of Nov. 7.