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The Citizen, 2003-02-19, Page 7THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2003. PAGE 7. Rev. Nelson shares letter of interest Winning speakers Beth Kipp, left, a Grade 3 student at Hullett Central Public School, along with Grade 8 pupil Lindsay Gibson, both captured first in their respective divisions in the speaking competition against Blyth students last week. They will next compete at the local Legion. (Janice Becker photo) Students speak off Friendliness is taking an interest in other people. It is going out of your way to make others feel welcome or to make a stranger feel at home. It is being a friend. Friendliness is the virtue being stressed this week at Hullett Central Public School. Towards the end of January, each pupil from Grade 1 to 8 had the opportunity to entertain the others in his/her classroom by giving a speech. Each class, with the help of its teacher, chose three stories/speeches to advance to the gym for presentation on Friday, Feb. 7. Judges for that presentation were Barb Bosman, Marsha Szusz and Al Sanders. In the primary division, most children retell a favourite story and test their memory as well as their stage manner. Entertaining those gathered that morning were Zachary Drost, Derek De Boer, McKala Middegaal, Claire Fleming, Janette Plaetzer, Jason Salverda, Jamie Plaetzer and Beth Kipp. Chosen to advance to the next level were Jamie Plaetzer, who talked about a boy who took his baby sibling to school for show and tell; McKala Middegaal who told of a young girl who was experimenting with makeup; and Beth Kipp who recounted everyone’s efforts to get Thomas into his snowsuit. The junior division included pupils from Grades 4, 5 and 6. A wide range of interesting topics were chosen by Alanna Roy, Heather Gibson, Vanessa Wilts, Caitlin Plant, Robin Kassies, Melissa Disher, Jeffery Gibson and Kyle Middegaal. The judges decided Jeffery Gibson’s recounting of his family trip west; Caitlin Plant’s interest in theatre; and Kyle Middegaal’s research on superstition should advance to the next division. Grade 7 and 8 pupils Robyn Lobb, Jillian Anderson, Lindsay Gibson, Kelly Stevenson, Andrea Hulley, Katie McClinchey, Caitlin Armstrong and Kendra Falconer researched camping, religion, cars and medicine. Going on to the next level were Lindsay Gibson, who feels the world will b forever in jeans; Jillian Anderson, who enjoys the music of the king of rock and roll, Elvis Presley and Katie McClinchey and her interest in the world of Guinness records. Blyth Public school hosted the regional level on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Making the difficult decisions that morning were Karen Webster, Betty Battye and Brenda Radford. Primary winners were Beth Kipp (Hullett), Jamie Plaetzer (Hullett) and Ashley Walden (Blyth) who told how difficult it was to remove a loose tooth. In the junior division winners were Jessica Sparling (Blyth) who wondered about what makes a hero; Grant Sparling (Blyth) who revealed his interest in NASA and space and Jeffery Gibson (Hullett). Lindsay Gibson (Hullett), Jillian Anderson (Hullett) and Adam Young (Blyth) were chosen as Grade 7 and 8 winners. Adam chose a subject with which he has personal knowledge, growth spurts. The first place winners advance to the zone level on March 1. Happy Gang plays cards The Londesboro Happy Gang Seniors held their monthly card party on Valentine’s Day. There were 11 1/2 tables in play that evening at the Londesboro Hall. First place was won by Clarence Hoy and Norine Park with a score of 86. Lloyd and Lillian Appleby were second with 77 points followed closely by Orville and Reta Kelland with 76 points. Keith and Phyllis Tyndall had the most lone hands with eight. Share-the-wealth winners were Gord Bosman, Marie Parks and Thelma Deveau. The next euchre night will be March 14. Letter to the editor THE EDITOR, As George W. Bush relentlessly beats the drums of war, it is timely that we in Huron County have the opportunity to view Michael Moore’s film, Bowling for Columbine. In this docudrama, Moore adeptly explores what it is in the individual and collective American psyche that compels individuals to bear arms. Violence has a myriad of manifestations. The tragic massacre that occurred at Columbine High School was planned by two teenagers born into and immersed in a culture of violence. The violence which George W. Bush intends to inflict upon Iraq and the entire A most interesting letter was shared by Rev. Ted Nelson during the children’s time at Londesboro United Church on Sunday, Feb. 16. The previous week, through a network of acquaintances and the internet he had received an email sent from space to earth the day before the loss of Columbia. Laurel Clark spoke about the busy and successful mission she and the other astronauts were experiencing. Her letter spoke about the awesome sights of the earth and universe she had enjoyed on the flight. Laurel expressed how blessed she felt to be a part of the mission and thanked her friends and relatives for their support of her career. In the responsive psalm, Psalm 16, King David speaks of the pleasure of a life in God. Likewise the rewards of choosing God’s path for life were proclaimed in Proverbs 3: 1-6, the Old Testament reading. The Parable of the Great Supper, found in Luke 14: 15-24, was the text and the title for Rev. Nelson’s message. All the guests invited to a banquet found some excuse for not attending. The host’s servants went into the city and countryside and brought all peoples they could find to the feast. Rev. Nelson noted that many find flimsy excuses for not attending church services or accepting a life in God’s grace. People or churches who become more concerned with worldly affairs can be disappointed with life’s reality. On the other hand, God has a world of warmth and help for those PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 The hospital benefit card party, cancelled because of weather last week, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 12. The Londesboro Cheerio Club will meet today, Feb. 19 at the Corner Cafe. Margaret Good gave villagers a fright last Monday morning when she left for Clinton Hospital by ambulance. Although somewhat improved by the following day, she enjoyed the attention so much she stayed until Sunday. She will appreciate your concern in the days to come. world has been masterminded by a small group of right-wing, appointed (not elected) oil barons from Texas. How frightening that a handful of oil-rich, oil-hungry men can bring our global village close to the abyss. I am deeply thankful that the Livery Film Festival, in collaboration with the Park Theatre, Goderich and the Toronto Film Festival, has chosen this film. Bowling for Columbine will be shown at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20 at the Park Theatre. Sincerely, Jim Hollingworth, M.D. Member, Physicians for Global Survival. who accept a life in Him. There is always room at Christ’s feast and Rev. Nelson cautioned congregants not to miss His outstretched welcome. On the King’s Highway was the anthem offered by the senior choir. The Sunday School extended a warm thank you at the generosity shown for their luncheon on the previous Sunday. Roughly $400 was received for their continuing work in Christian education. FROM LONDESBORO Doug Gough, R.I.B. (ONT.) CAIB, Manager IVES INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. - BLYTH OFFICE 184 Dinsley St. W. Box 428 Blyth, ON N0M1H0 Tel: (519) 523-9655 Fax: (519) 523-9793 All Classes of Insurance WWW.IVESINSURANCE.COM MCKAGUE - STEWART Ruth Anne McKague and Steven Harold Stewart were united in marriage Saturday, Aug. 31, 2002, at 2 p.m. The wedding took place in Walkerton at the Sacred Heart Church, with Father Mike Bennett officiating. Following the ceremony, a dinner and reception was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Walkerton. The bride is the daughter of Ron and Nancy McKague of Walkerton. The groom is the son of Harvey and Sandy Stewart of RR1 Clinton. The bride was attended by maid-of-honour Lindsay Fischer, a friend of the bride. The bridesmaids were Holly Zettel, friend of the bride; Erin Wilton, cousin of the bride; and Jenn Cook, friend of the bride. The junior bridesmaid was Courtney McKague, sister of the bride. The flower girl was Sarah Young, cousin of the bride. The groom was attended by best man, Adam Sinclair, friend of the groom. The groomsmen were Jeff Stewart, brother of the groom; Matt McKague, brother of the bride; Dave Stewart, brother of the groom; and Rick Cook, friend of the groom. The ringbearer was William Young, cousin of the bride. Special thanks to Roxanne Harder for singing and Marlene Huber and Anne Mann for their readings. Following a honeymoon to Cuba, the happy couple took up residence at RR1 Clinton. The bride works in the Ultrasound Department of Stratford General Hospital and the groom works in the Engineering Department at Cooper Standard in Mitchell. Special thanks to all who shared in their special day to make it so beautiful.