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Page 6, Terrace Bay-Schreiber News, Wednesday, May 13, 1987 Catholic Women's League convention a success continued from page 1 The Thunder Bay Diocesan has 29 active parishes. Delegates to the convention came from Atikokan, Balmer- town, Couchiching, Dryden, Ear Falls, Emo, Fort Francis, Hud- son, Ignace, Kakabeka Falls, Marathon, Nipigon, Norman- keewatin, Pinewood-stratton, Rainy River, Red Rock, Red Lake, Schreiber, Sioux Lookout, Terrace Bay and nine councils from Thunder Bay attended. Each parish has its own ex- ecutive. The diocese extends from the Manitoba border to White River, Morriseau said. She said the league is concern- ed with social issues in our daily lives such as abortion, mercy kill- ings and capital punishment. The basis of the C.W.L. organization, said Morriseau, is spiritual and the main objective is to achieve individual and col- lective spiritual development among all the members and to promote the teachings of the Catholic Church. "'We exemplify the Christian ideal in home and family life, protect the sanctity of human life 'é from the moment of conception Lt to a natural death, enhance the role of women in Church of society, recognize human digni- ty for all people everywhere, uphold and defend Christian education and values in the modern world, contribute to the understanding and growth of religious freedom, social justice, and peace and harmony," she said. ipa. Morriseau told the News that the C.W.L was organized na- tionally on June 17, 1920, and federally incorporated on December 12, 1923. Convention a success Morriseau said the convention was truly a success. She said that not only did members of the council assist, but also members of different denominations. She said everyone did something when they were asked. '*There was above average at- tendance for [the convention] be- ing out of the city [Thunder Bay]," Morriseau said. It was known for the last four years the convention would be The crowning of Mother Mary held in Terrace Bay, said Mor- riseau, and plans started in 1985. New Executive A new diocesan executive was also elected at the convention and is as follows: President, Mrs. Lillian Belliveau (Terrace Bay), President-elect, Josie Carniato (Thunder Bay), Ist Vice- president, Louise Dupuis, (Nipigon), 2nd Vice-president, Mrs. Anne Teshke, (Thunder Bay), Recording Secretary, Mrs. Joyce Lanigan (Nipigon), Cor- responding Secretary, Dolores Morriseau (Terrace Bay), Treasurer, Theresa Martin (Ig- nace), Christian Family Life Fr. Campbell welcoming delegates Convener, Louise Dupuis (Nipigon), Organization Con- vener, Josie Carniato (Thunder Bay), Community Life Con- vener, Mrs. Kathleen Mikkonen (Terrace Bay), Education Con- vener, Mrs. Helen Carroll (Thunder Bay), Communications Convener, Mrs. Winnie McKin- non (Dryden), Resolutions and Legislation, Mrs. Alda Hall (Thunder Bay), Sub-convener for Community Life, Mrs. Carole Diduch (Marathon). Next year the convention will be held at St. Dominic's in Thunder Bay. "Not too well done; ts} ayae Gas barbecues are a convenient and economical way to enjoy outdoor cooking, but they : must be used carefully and kept in soe good condition. A Every summer, backyard chefs are injured and property is dam- ~ aged in gas barbecue fires. Here are a few safety tips to ensure your barbecue parties don't go up in smoke. 1. There's only one way to connect a propane cylinder to a barbecue---the right way. Follow the manufacturer's instruc- tions closely and keep the fuel hose away from any metal parts which may become hot. 2. Check for leaks regularly: Brush a soap and water solution over hoses and connectors and open the cylinder valve. If there's a leak, bubbles will form in the soap film. IA 7. If you suspect your barbecue isn't working properly, have it checked by a qualified serviceman. Make sure you don't have to invite the fire department to your next barbecue. For a free A small leak can cause a major explosion. ae Keep your barbecue at least 10 feet from 4. Don't try to light a barbecue with the lid closed. If it fails to light or goes out, turn the gas off and wait five minutes before relighting. 5 . When finished, close all valves. 6. Never bring propane cylinders indoors. buildings, overhangs and combustible structures. copy of the brochure "Living Safely with Propane", contact the Consumer Information Centre at 555 Yonge St., Toronto, Ontario M7A 2H6 -(416) 963-111 or toll free at 1-800-268-1142. Ontario residents with an 807 area code may call the 416 number collect. Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations @Ontario Minister, Hon. Monte Kwinter Premier, Hon. David Peterson