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4 NORTH LEEDS LANTERN DELTA U.C.W. Traditionally the gathered at the decorated home of Edna Willard. President Irma Chant welcomed U.C.W. festively everyone. The worship service was opened by Joen Stewart, reading "Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silent." Irene Goodsell read scriptures. "O Come All Ye Faithful" was then sung. A monologue re "Mary's Ponderings in her Heart" was again done well by Joen Stewart. “Take Time to be Holy" was sung, followed by a prayer by Joen. Nellie French thanked Joen for her inspirational worship service. The offering was taken and dedicated. The secretary's and treasurer's reports were read and accepted. The roll call reported 11 hospital and 17 home calls made. Irene read to us about Health and Family Ministries at the Centre in Kingston. Nellie French read a story entitled "The Spirit of Christmas - Others - Peace to All." We then had a contest pertaining to Christmas, with Dione Kirby and Irma Chant winning the prize. President Irma then gave the benediction. The ladies were then served a delicious lunch, which included Mrs. Willard's special Christmas cake. Hilda Cardiff so graciously gave the courtesy. Jannaâ€"r): 11/89 - The U.C.W. met at the home of Edna Willard and were welcomed warmly by President Irma Chant, who read a New Year's poem. The U.C.W. purpose was repeated in unison. The roll call was answered with 6 hospital and 7 home visits being made, together with our annual collection of dues. Vivian Morris gave an interesting devotional entitled "Your New Year" â€" which was about making the best of our lives in the new year. "Oh God, Our Help in Ages Past" was sung, followed by responsive reading of Psalm 1:1-6. The offering was received and dedicated. Minutes of the last meeting were read as was the Treasurer's report. Thank you notes were received from Joen Stewart and Irma Chant. Nellie French talked to us about "Churches in South Africa â€" A Challenge to all Believers." Even though South Africa is a country which, by its constitution, proclaims itself to be Christian, there are many problems categories, history of apartheid, black consciousness, liberation movements and escalating violence, etc. So the people and churches of South Africa are demanding that the world, in Boesak’s words, "Give us support and some sign of hope!" Indeed, if we hear their message clearly, we may see that the position of faith is not to avoid struggle, but to champion it! A short discussion was held re Nellie's topic. Our meeting then closed with the Mizpah benediction. Lunch was served by Irma and Betty, and it was very good! Thanks again to Mrs. Willard for opening her home for our meeting. The courtesy was given by Aileen Jacques. Delta Firefighter's Association Tabloid The Christmas season was a busy time for the members of the Delta Volunteer Firefighter's Association and Ladies Auxiliary. On Sunday, Dec.4, the fire hall was filled to capacity as 125 children and adults were in attendance for the annual children's party. Master of Ceremonies, Dick Leeson, welcomed all in attendance and then introduced Association Vice~President Dennis Halladay, Auxiliary President Heather Halladay, B&SB Deputy Chief Paul Ostrom and Deputy Reeve Anna Greenhorn who expressed seasonal greetings and best wishes from their respective organizations. The events were put in motion when Con and Bob Darling, two clowns from Brockville, dazzled the audience with their crazy antics, followed by a Christmas cartoon entitled, "Here Comes Garfield." A raffle for $100.00 worth of groceries was conducted with Ken Rogers of R.R.#1 Toledo being selected as the winner. Immediately following the raffle was the presentation of the Percy Kirby Memorial Award. This award was instituted by Mrs. Dione Kirby and the Firefighter's Association and will be presented to any member of the community, who is not a member of the fire organization, but has made an outstanding contribution to the betterment of the organization and the surrounding community. Mrs. Kirby presented the first award to Hazel Wykes of Chantry. Each year, Hazel augments our children's party by leading the children in singing of Christmas carols accompanied by Len Morris of Kingston. The highlight of the afternoon soon arrived as Santa Claus made his way to the front of the hall. Each child received a bag of candy and a soft drink while the adults enjoyed coffee and donuts. The firefighters conducted their annual Christmas Banquet on Dec.ll. The event, which is meant to bring together the families of our firefighters and ladies auxiliary, commenced with a social hour and a pot-luck dinner. Following the dinner, Association President Brian Banks, L.A. President Heather Halladay and B&SB District Fire Chief Millard Goodsell delivered seasons greetings. William Morris then recognized the outstanding efforts of the Ladies Auxiliary with a gift of a Christmas corsage. Verbal thanks were given to President Banks and District Chief Goodsell for the leaderhsip throughout the past year. The final item of recognition was the presentation of the FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR award. This award is given to the member who is in good standing of fires, meetings, public relations, extra work details, attitude and overall dedication. Ballots were cast by the members and were tabulated and kept by the Ladies Auxiliary. The 1988 Firefighter of the Year was Dennis Halladay. Dennis officially joined the Delta Fire Department in 1966. He showed an interest and willingness which soon became apparent as he served as Lieutenant, Captain and Assistant Fire Chief. With the amalgamation of the Delta and Portland stations, Dennis assumed the position of Captain for Bastard and South Burgess Fire Department and Vice President for the Delta Volunteer F iref ighter's Association. Mr. Halladay also received the Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal from the Governor General of Canada in 1987. The firefighters held their annual Christmas Turkey Bingo on Dec 16. with 68 players in attendance. Turkeys were won by Mrs. Clara Hallet, Bev Carr, Mrs. Hobson, Mr. Roy Mattice, while the Winner Take All turkey was won by Allan Crisp. Mrs. Fern Henderson won the jackpot. Christmas cakes were given out as door prizes and the Ladies Auxiliary gave away free coffee and donuts throughout the evening. As Christmas approached, the firefighters association hit the streets once more delivering Christmas candy to senior citizens and shut ins. The association also recognized the fire emergency telephone operators in Delta with' a fruit basket. The operators include Mr. 8: Mrs. Glenn Chant, Mrs. Stewart Wright, Mrs. Mildred Aimer, Miss Pearl Aimer, Mr. 8: Mrs. Bill Stearry and Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Morris. These devoted people often go without recognition even though they serve one of the m’gst" important jobs. Thank you. Y‘ Have a safe and happy new year from the Delta Firefighter's Association and Ladies Auxiliary. Township of Bastard and South Burgess December 5, 1988 Inaugural ceremonies at 10:30 A.M., with Rev. Susan Steers officiating, and all members of Council took their oath of office. Reeve, Deputyâ€"Reeve and Councillors presented their Inaugural speeches, before an audience .of approximately 10 people. The Regular meeting of Council commenced at 2:00 P.M. Paid General Voudher No. 21 in the amount of 'the Bastard and $232 , 245 .47 Paid Road Voucher No. 11 in the amount of $28,874.07 -Authorized the Reeve and Clerk to execute a document for road widening. -Authorized the Park Superintendent to attend the Ontario Recreation Society Conference, Toronto, Feb. 15-17, 1989. â€"Passed by-law "Designating Persons to sign cheques issued by the MUnicipality". â€"Approved three severances. -Accepted the proposal of MCNeeley Engineering Co., for engineering the proposed William Street, Delta project and the sidewalk reconstruction in Delta. â€"Requested a Supplement from Ministry of Transportation in 1989, for completion of the Colborne Street project. ,11 â€"Registered two Councillors for Seminar "Accepting the Challenge" â€" February 3â€"4, 1989 â€" Kingston. â€"Authorized the payroll for South Fire issued Municipal Burgess Volunteer Department be through the Office. -Adjourned to meet December 19 , 1988 . December 19, 1988 Paid General Voucher No. 22 in the amount of $13,649.36 â€"Request designation of this MUnicipality under the Rural and Native Housing Program from Canada Mortgage and Hous ing Corporation , at the same time Council requests concurrence regarding 1989 delivery. -Mbrally supports the Red Cross Homemaker Progranme. â€"Endorse an application for a Wintario Development Progranme under the Ministry of Recreation. â€"Confirm reservations for three Council members and one staff member to attend 0.G.R.A. â€" February 20â€"22, 1989. -Appointed our members to the Cataraqui Conservation and Rideau Valley Conservation Authorities. â€"Suggested that the members ' of the Chantry Fire Sub Station continue with the training sessions. -De1ta Mill Society given permission to meet at the MUnicipal Building during February and March 1989. -Adjourned to meet January 9, 1989 at 10:30 A.M. January 9, 1989 Paid Road Voucher No. 12 in the amount of $18,307.38 Paid General Voucher No. 1 in the amount of $12,582.62 â€"Passed a ByLLaw "To Borrow the sum of $500,000.00 to meet until the taxes are collected", the current expenditures of the Corporation for the year 1989. -Passed a By-Law "To appoint Township Official for the years 1989â€"1991."