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Page SECTION A THE GERALD Wednesday February 1M1 OPTIMIST CLUB of Georgetown Further to last weeks report of awards won at the Ontario District Awards luncheon held In Waterloo Feb 14 the Georgetown Optimist Club was recognked as the Number One Club In Ontario receiving HONOR CLUB BATING The new Club Building Trophy was received for the sponsorship of Erin and Hillaburg Optimist Clubs Optimist Past President Nona Guthrie achieved Distinguished President talus and a Watch from Optimist International Offices In St Louis Missouri Past Governor A received Distinguished Post Governor a handsome wall clock This Is Optimist second term In this office and the second consecutive year he won this award Secretary Treasurer John Homing received two awards for his work Distinguished Outstanding Secretary- Treasurer With these awards go a wall barometer and two- certificates signed by the Governor Optimist John has won Distinguished honors for the last five consecutive years XL and NORM GUTHRIE JOHN HORNING Well done fellow Optimists Lets do it again in 81 The two highest awards made at the club level by Optimist International the Distinguished President Award and the Honor and Distinguished Club Award have been bestowed upon the Optimist Club of Georgetown and its past I president Norm Guthrie The Distinguished President Award a citation and suitably engraved wrist watch Is given In recognition of exceptional leadership and accomplishment This title is awarded only to the president or a that has also qualified as an honor club Notification of these honors for outstanding work as a community service organization come from Lionel Grcnlcr President of Optimist International The awards to the Distinguished President as well as he Honor and Distinguished Club medallion that is attached to the club banner will be presented at a future date Stan Nolan current club president in making the announcement said We are very proud to learn of our winning these awards and particularly proud of our Distinguished President of last year Norm Guthrie who headed the club when this activities record was achieved The Club of Georgetown chartered in 1872 boasts members Optimist International founded In 1919 with headquarters in St Louis Missouri has more than individual members devoted to promoting respect for law on active interest In good government and civic affairs stimulating international accord and friendship and aiding and encouraging the development of young people Blood Donor Clinic Thanks to the people of Georgetown and area who attended the clinic from which donations of the Gift of Life were obtained The Service Clubs d the Bucket of Blood was won by the Optimist Club of Georgetown Optimist Rick was In the US on business but managed some time to visit fellow Optimists In the areas he travelled Optimist Rick met with the Tulsa Black Gold Optimist club and a group of Optimists from Corpus Christ Texas Hell be In this area most of next year We wish you well in your Job and hope to see you back here again in the future THE FIRST STEP SECTION DAC Drug Abuse Committee DAC Is a special committee set up and sponsored by the Optimist Club of Georgetown to work with the problems of drugs In our society Many volunteers in the community have offered to work with and many more will be In setting the objectives DAC realizes that this problem took years to create and will take years to solve The objectives of DAC are an awareness that a drug problem does not only exist but is on the increase in our community This is not a reflection on Just our community but as several surveys have shown is the case In most cities in North America This ELKS LODGE 540 Halton ffills Publicist lauds broomball tourneys success By BROTHER jm BARRETT Elki Publicist After resting from the aches and stiffness in my joints I would like to report that the Elksponsored tournament held in conjunction with the at the Georgetown Fairgrounds proved to be an Immense success With teams taking part the overall winner was the French Club who had a tough battle with the Georgetown Independents team until the Una seven minutes when they potted seven unanswered goals before the News Hawks finally got their only which sort of resembled a free throw in a Bask el ball game Loads of laughs were had by all teams taking part I would like to thank these other teams who gave their time and effort to make the Tournament the success that It was The Georgetown Herald The Marywood Maulers Daves BP Delrex Smoke Shop Town of Hills Department Georgetown Flag Football The Klwanis of Georgetown The Rotary Club of Georgetown Georgetown and District Newfoundland Club and The Host Club Hills Elks Lodge MO I talked with quite a few of the ladies and gents who ployed on the various teams and the comments about the fun they had brought forth the answer that they are looking forward to entering this fun event again at the next in 1362 Out of this event interest has been shown by ihe various teams and the Service Clubs that could not participate because of prior committments This warrants the start of a League next winter on the same format fun and laughs The games we hope will be held Once a week inside with all proceeds going lo sponsoring clubs favorite chanty More later The El Its Lodge would like to pass on congratulations to the who celebrated their anniversary and to Ihe Order of the Royal Purple ladies recently held anniversary dance commemorate their inception as a Service and Lodge 1 understand had very good turnout Nice going ladies we are looking forward to helping you celebrate many more Nice going for Jobs well done Dont forget the Block Parent Association of Georgetown are having a mammoth Garage Sale at the Elks Lodge on Mountainvicw Road April II If you have any Items you would like to donale contact any Elk or lady from the Order of the Royal Purple The Elks have a Bingo every Monday night Bring a friend and enjoy yourselves money Is going to support various community projects For example a cheque was given recently to he Rattan Hills majorette group here In Georgetown sponsored by Ihe Elks Lodge Have some spare time Want to get involved Join the Elks Lodge You cant help but to make yourself happy by helping others For further Information contact Bud at or Brother Jim Barrett Ladies your expertise is needed and wanted Many things cannot be done without your help and support Join the Order of the Royal Purple Contact the Honored Royal Lady Carolyn Elks dont forget Elections are coming up for officers of the Lodge Get in touch with your nominating committee if interested Shortly Ill be taking a leave of absence from the Lodge because of committments to some Community events that need my full attention I know whoever takes over my place as Publicity Director will enjoy meeting the fine people from the other service clubs in town the news media In my short time as Publicity Director many people I have come In contact with will always hold a special place in my heart The Lodge will always be In my thoughts Whoever takes over can count on my assistance if needed Special thanks to Paul Dorscy editor of he Georgetown Herald and reporters Chris and Lon Taylor Finally a fraternal to my brothers in the Lodge I hope I can be welcomed back with the some cheery and deep feeling of pride they extend to everyone the night they are inducted into the Benevolent and Prolccllve Order of Elks When my toils ore over can then resume my place In he Lodge and once again say to my friends and neighbors I am a Brother In Elks Lodge Hollon Hills Blood donor awards Awards were given at the Optimist Red Cross Blood Clinic Feb IS to the following donors Donation Mr Came Ion Mrs M C Mrs A Drischler Donation Mr Hooper til Donation- Mrs Verhcy Mr Mrs PBirtley Mr A Fllkkema Mrs M C Parker Mrs DC Zllio Mr S Buck Mr Marbeck 10th Donation Mr A Corak Mr P G Walker Mrs T A McLean Mr Axford noma WELCOME SERVICE Would Ilk to call on you GIFTS and Information about For this Information and call HahonBuriington Reelect JULIAN REED REGIONAL GOVERNMENT In the Davis Government Imposed Regional Government on of Hallon Its principle alms were to strengthen local government Improved ser vices and permit planning The Davfs Government has failed Local autonomy Is being destroyed are more costly and less efficient the planning bureaucracy Is years behind schedule Add to distorted municipal representation loss of accountability and a staggering tax burden plus a thousand dollar deficit and Weve Had Enough A Liberal Government will review Regional Government in Halton and is prepared to restructure or even it Each area municipality will be treated as unique and any reform tailored t lit lis requirements A Liberal Government will recognize the fundamental differences bet ween urban and rural municipalities and consider reforming the county into autonomous areas which would return local control and identity INFORMATION OR VOTER ASSISTANCE CALL ACTON Liberal BURLINGTON BOO GEORGETOWN column will keep you up to date with further Information and notification of meetings which you may attend to demonstrate what afreet drugs have on our community and society as a whole to act as a clearing house and a sounding board for all material old and new which is available Many groups would tike to have speakers show films or give out written information All of these toots are effective only If material Is not outdated or inappropriate loact an Information centre for individuals or groups In many cases people get lost in red tape or the shuffle from one agency to the nest and give up In frustration We can provide guidance or arrange Tor Ihoso in need to visit with agencies that can provide help We are not Irying to replace any of the existing organizations but rather work with them and add to the facilities presently available Help to take THE FIRST STEP to rid our community of drugs For further details contact Ron Whit taker at All information Is kept confidential by Seoul Terry and Gary Duncan of the Georgetown troop Mayor Pete draws win inn ticket Saturday In the Draw Winner La bar a Munro of Georgetown one many residents helping the scout prepare for fit by buying tickets photo The draw for the lucky winner of the Optimist Club of Georgetown Jamboree Draw was held at Zellers in Ihe Georgetown Market Saturday The winning ticket was drawn by Mayor Peter Winner was Barbara Munro Georgetown who received a cheque from Optimist Club Secretary Treasurer John Horning for 1801 There were 3602 tickets sold The winning ticket was sold by the 1st Scout Group The draw was sponsored and administered by the Optimist with the various scout groups in North district selling the tickets The entire proceeds went back lo he Scout groups participating to be used to help the boys attending the Canadian Jamboree J in Alberta In July The 1st Georgetown Scout group sold ticket the most in the District Sup for librarycultural centre hospital Service groups strike allclub committee Georgetown and area service organizations have taken the first step towards establishing a service club council to coordinate joint fundraising efforts In the community Meeting Monday for only the second time since January members from the local Kins men Lions Optimists Newfoundland Club and Knights of Columbus dec- ted former Elks Lodge publi cist and Optimist Jim Barrett to chair a steering committee for 11 months which will even tually form the service dub council Klwanis and Rotary Club members were unable to attend the meeting held at the Newfoundland Club Joined on the executive of the committee by pre sident Jim Dudley vice- chairman and Kinsmen presi dent Don Pearson secretary Mr Barrett said the group will be called he Hills community service liaison council holding regular meetings Mr Barrett stressed that the service council Idea was fostered several years ago by BUI Crawford now president of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce steering committee he added will not interfere with individual clubs fundraising efforts But it will enhance the chances of more support for the librarycultural centre and a proposed Intensive care wing for he Georgetown and District Memorial Hospital Mr Barrett said Were acting strictly as a liaison group Its one more project which will bear fruit In the community to make it a better place In which to live and get involved Rotarians seek applicants for world scholarships The Georgetown Rotary Club Is seeking applicants for a series of scholarships co- sponsored by the local group and Rotary International to educational Institutions around the world The scholarships are for educational Institutions around the world Presumably an applicant would attend the school which specializes in or her field Mr Simpson said In one year over million In scholarships was granted to students around the world Mr Simpson said Applicants can contact Ralph at to get application forms The deadline for applica tions is In two weeks Bob Simpson said so far the club has received only one application from a teacher In Milton The grants are open in several areas graduate fellowship undergraduate scholarships technical train ing Journalism and awards for teachers of menially Elks plan May tag day In recognition of May Speech and Hearing Month sponsored by the Elks Lodge across Canada own council Monday night named May as the local organiza tions tag day lo raise money for the Purple Cross Fund The fund helps educate and care for deaf and mute children under the age of Asthma program reopens Family Asthma Program to reopen for all asthmatic children Includes relaxation and breathing techniques fitness and structured swimming lessons Place Georgetown District High SchoolPool Time 10 to 11 a m Dale Each Saturday morning beginning March The Carpet Barn Thats Right You Buy The Carpets and We Provide Underpadding I and Installation Richmond SALVO Rubber Backed Our Reg Selling Price 1095 Installation 200 NOW ONLY 98 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