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The Citizen, 1998-03-04, Page 7The news tram uburn Compiled by Kay Lapp Phone 526-7264 Workshops begin THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 1998. PAGE 7. Seniors hear about Europe Musical prelude with Bernice Gross opened the service at Knox United, Auburn on March 1. The guest minister was Richard Bain, London. The opening chorus, We Are One in the Spirit was sung followed by Mr. Bain giving the church announcements. London Conference has the objective of raising $100,000 for the First Nations Special fund. Congregations are invited to contribute $1 daily towards this. A series of workshops for "Embracing the Future" is beginning at Londesboro Sunday School on March 3 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Interested people are invited to attend. The invitation to worship was from Psalm 9, "0 Come, let us sing to the Lord" followed by prayer. The hymn, God, Reveal Your Presence was sung. The children were invited to the front. Mr. Bain asked questions about the beginning of spring. They spoke about the melting of the snow, the return and the singing of the birds and of green growth. They closed with prayer. As they went downstairs Jesus Loves the Little Children was sung. The hymn I Love to Tell the Story was sung. Mr. Bain read scripture from Isaiah 58. Hezekiah who was seriously ill prayed to God and wept. God told Isaiah to tell him He By Mike Bean On Thursday, Feb. 28 "The Healthy Eating Round The Clock" 4-H club met at Helen Lapp's home. Everybody introduced themselves, while Helen collected membership fees. After receiving books, the executive positions were elected: president, Brett Bean, vice- president, Danielle Taylor; secretaries, Peggy Hulley and M. J. Horbanuik; press reporter, Mike Bean and youth leader is Christine Hullett councillors met for the fifth time in one month to deal with a heavy workload, as they held their regular meeting, Feb. 17. In a recorded vote regarding the township ball committee budget, all councillors voted in favour, with the exception of Councillor Marg Anderson, who abstained. Chief Building Official Karl MacNaughton was authorized to attend the Municipal Law Enforce- ment Officers seminar, April 23, for an on-site sewage system inspector/installation course. The cost will be $15. The 1998 levy for the Ausable- Bayfield Conservation Authority remained the same as the previous year at $1,001. The levy to the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority was $9,534.01, as in 1997. Support was given to a resolution from the Townships of Hagarty and Richards with required manufactur- ers to initiate a deposit and refund system for items sold in containers, which would place less in landfills. would help him and that he would live another 15 years. Scripture from the New Testament was from John 9. The disciples asked Christ who had sinned, that a man was born blind. Was it the man or his parents? Jesus answered, neither and told the blind man after he had covered his eyes with wet clay to wash in the pool of Siloam. He did and received his vision. The hymn Open My Eyes that I May See was sung. "God's Eye Openers" was the theme of Mr. Bain's message. He spoke on blindness and how people who are blind are able to see differently. People who do have normal vision also are blind to things around them. He closed with the story of a young woman who after illness and surgery was left with a distorted mouth. However to her young husband's eyes she was still lovely. In love, God was with both of them. He- closed with appropriate prayer of thanks to God for his vision. "May we also have His concern for others," he said. The Lord's Prayer was said in unison. Offering was received from the Sunday School and Church. The hymn, Come, 0 Fount of Every Blessing was sung. The benediction and amens closed the meeting. Lapp. The meeting opened with the 441 Pledge. They discussed the topic "Stan Your Day the Healthy Way". Nine members answered the roll call about the importance of eating breakfast. Fruit Smoothies and Oatmeal Pancakes were made and enjoyed. The meeting closed with the 441 Motto. The next meeting will be held at Helen Lapp's home at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 12. There were no objections from council, at the Feb. 3 meeting, regarding the application for con- sent to sever property located at Lot 15, Conc. 5, provided conditions were met. Appropriate zoning must Continued on page 19 The Silver Tops were guests of the Blyth Swinging Seniors on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at noon. A potluck dinner was enjoyed. David Sparling of Blyth was the guest speaker. He spoke and showed pictures of his trip to Eastern Europe. Through his slides members visited Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Russia. In the past 50 years the rebuilding of cities and castles that were destroyed in WWII is unbelievable. There are still numerous castles, some on the side of the mountains. The crematorium used by the Germans was also shown. Mr. Sparling answered questions. The pictures were beautiful and thoroughly enjoyed. Harvey McDowell, with Phyllis Boak as pianist, led a sing-song prior to the pictures. At the closure of the meeting Margaret Hildebrand thanked Blyth for the afternoon and everyone showed appreciation for the Hort. Society The Auburn Horticultural Society will be meeting Monday, March 9 at 8 p.m. at the Auburn Community Hall. The guest speaker from Goderich will be speaking on gardens and butterflies. There will be information on how to attract butterflies to your garden. Kub Kar winners Winners of the Huron District Kub Kar Rally at Hullett Central Public School, Feb. 28 are: Youth Only Class, first, Scott McGregor, Exeter; second, Ryan Hall, Zurich; third, Dan Scholten, 4th Goderich B; best paint job, Brian Desjardine, Zurich; best design, Scott Keys, Exeter; most original, Craig Skochinkski, Exeter. Youth with Adult Help Class, first, Terry McLellan, Exeter; second, Mark, Seip, Exeter; third, Kenny Allen, Hensall; best paint job, Terry McLellan, Exeter; best design, Cameron Quick, Zurich; most original, Bradley Keys, Exeter. Greatest pack participation was a tie between Blyth and Hensall who both had 100 per cent participation of the youth registered in their pack this year. The pack with the most winners was Exeter. The top 15 youth (cars with the most racing points) are qualified to participate in the Regional Kub Kar Rally April 25, at Palmerston. enjoyable day. London was able to be the guest Rev. Paul Ross for personal minister. reasons was unable to be with the Cheryl Lapp returned to congregation for Sunday, March 1 Redeemer College, Ancaster, on at Knox United. Everyone was Sunday afternoon, March 1 after a pleased that Richard Bain of week's holiday at home. Checking out the competition Tommy Griffith of Huron Park and Shane Willis of Goderich, right, check out their autos before the Kub Kar Rally, held in Hullett Public School on Saturday. Cubs from all over Huron participated in the event, with Blyth having 100 per cent attendance. Thank Having just You , ............._ 1 y li IA finished two weeks of celebrating 4 , Knechtel's 68th - • Birthday we would like to take this opportunity to say Thanks! ,;,, - To you the customers for the L great response to our functions, dress up days, early bird sale, BBQ's, Karaoke, face painting, etc. - The Blyth Scouts for carry outs - Blyth Lions for charity BBQ ( proceeds to Sunshine Foundation) - Sunshine Foundation Representatives & Sunshine Bear - Les & Jackie Cook for face painting & sculpting balloons - Piller's Meats reps and van - Blyth Optimist Club for dance supervision - Blyth Anglican Church for sausage BBQ - Blyth Festival staff for decorating participation - Our suppliers for the extra specials and prize support - Listowel Chrysler for new vehicle display - Last but not least our staff for their help decorating the store and their dress up participation. We appreciate all your extra efforts. 40 , ...., Scrimgeour's Food Market Blyth 523-4551 Healthy Eaters meet Hullett approves levies • PHOENIX OF HURON SECOND STAGE HOUSING currently has openings on their BOARD OF DIRECTORS Interested individuals should call to request an application form 482-5288 Phoenix of Huron is a non-profit agency that provides rent-geared-to-income housing to women and children that are victims of family violence.