Mother of the Year nominations sought by Eagles organization

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Nominations are being accepted by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, in their search for "Mother of the Year."

This is an annual event started in 1961. Edmonton's Helen Foster, was last year's Mother of the Year. She was commended for the raising of foster children. This contest attracted 40 nominations last year.

Any individual, group or organization that knows of an outstanding mother who is thoughtful, understanding and has an ability to help mankind in general, are urged to send the name and address of such a mother, stating her age and achievements in the home, in the neighbourhood and services in the community.

The deadline for nominations is April 26, in order to allow for time in notifying the nominee and the nominating person to attend the growing event to be held on May 4 at the Westmount Community Centre in Edmonton.

The contest is open to all mothers, from all walks of life, from Edmonton and surrounding g areas.

"Most of the letters we get are from children who think their mother is absolute tops,"says program chairman Denise Dion.

Three prominent citizens will judge the contestants in three areas: achievement in the home; neighborhood accomplishments, and service to the community.

The 1986 Mother of the Year will receive a dozen roses and several gifts donated by auxiliary members at the ceremony on May 4 at 2 p.m.

Nominations should be in letter form, outlining why the nominee would make a good Mother of the Year.

Letters should be sent to Denise Dion at 16537 - 103 Avenue, Edmonton, Alta., T5P 0R1.

All entries should be received by April 26. If in doubt on whether the nomination will arrive on time, Dion says the letters may be dropped off at the above address.