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PAGE EIGHT PHONE 174-W ifteen minutes car drive from the Empress Hotel, Victoria, is the only colony of skylarks on the continent of North America. This sweetest of all songsters. of whom Canadian children read in all anthologies of British poetry, but which they have never seen or heard in actual life in their own coun- try, save in this one section of the Dominion, has beg-Whig! at Vir-toria successfully. They are Always dependable and capable, his abilities were recognized in his appointment as Superintendent of Tele- hones for the Telegraph Company in Toronto in 1879. hen the Bell Telephone Company was formed in 1880 Mr. McFarlane was made Superintendent. In 1904 he became General Manager, President in 1915 and Chairman of the Board of Directors in 1925. ~ The scope of his experience can best be Visualized when it is recalled that his telephone career began in :a one-room 'office on St. Francois Xavier Street, Montreal and ended in the stately Beaver Hall Headquarters Building recently occupied. The career of Lewis B. Mc- J 4‘ Farlane, whose retirement as Chairman of the Board of the Bell‘ Telephone Company of Canada has just been announced, is one of the romances of Qanaclian industry. Starting as messenger boy with the Montreal Tele- graph Company in 1865 Mr. McFarlaue worked nights and spare hours to qualify as a telegraph operator. As an operator he saw service during the Fenian Raid of 1869 andfihe Yellow Fever outbreak in New Orleans in 1870. USED CARS Little Brothers 1928 FORD TUDORS â€"- Choice of 0 Two. THE ABOVE RECONDITIONED MODEL “A” CARS ARE GUARANTEED FOR 30 DAYS $650.00 $400.00 $75.00 $325.00 $50.00 $550.00 $475.00 Ford Sales and Service Richmond Hill, Ontario From Message Boy to President The Only Larks in America 1928 PONTIAC SEDAN 1925 FORD COUPE 1927 CHEVROLET SEDAN â€"In ex- cellent condition 1922 FORD COUPE 1929 FORD TUDOR â€" A Good Buy 1929 FORD TOWN SEDAN -â€" Only 1928 FORD TUDOR â€" Looks Like New. TERMS 5000 Miles to be found in considerable numbers among the oaks to the north of the city, on the slopes of Mt. Tolmie, at the Colwood Golf course, among the orchards of Gordon Head, in the deep meadows near Elk Lake, and from the flower-scented grounds of Butchart’s Gardens. Photographs show the Gardens with inset of the English Skylark. RICHMOND HILL Is the G.A.M. Davison challenge cup due to grace a Thornhill window for another year? Every one says “Yes.” It stayed in Thornhill last "ear and 8.8. Findlay with his three lrcoin handlers says it will remain Lcre for another year. Richmond Hill said they wanted it, so came down with their four choicest stone ‘liandlers and with the cup nicely tuck- "d under his arm, Mr. Yerex went home smiles and chuckles. But our ouartette are a determined lot so they (hallenged Richmond Hill, played on their ice and came back with the de- lsired trophy. But longing eyes were cast in this direction from another‘ place, that is noted for its expert cur- lcrs, so G.A.M. Davison with his well trained three from Unionville challen- ged our boys, but they also went down to defeat. The cup can be seen in the hotel window. Will it stay there? We are not just exactly sure, for Rich- mond Hill has challenged again with two rinks and if ice is in condition the game will be played on Monday even- ing. Thornhill Rinkâ€"S. S. Findlay, skip; R. Wice, vice-skip; C. Ball, sec- ond; J. Oliver, lead. v I. O. 0. F. EUCHRE PARTY A very successful Euchre Party was held by the Independent Order of Oddfellows in the Lawrence Memorial Hall last Friday evening. Twenty tables were played, with prizes going to Mrs. Frank Perry, Lansing, first; Miss Muriel Dean, Thornhill, second; while the Gentlemen’s prizes went to Mr. A. Brown, first; Mr. Leffler, Thornhill, second. A most enjoyable ‘ evening was spent by all present. IHE G. A. M. DAVISON CHALL- ENGE CUP REMAINS IN THORNHILL Presbyfierian Young_ People visited the United Church Young People’s As- sociation Monday evening. Mrs. Howard Ness spentr Thursday with her parents at Elgin Mills. 7 V Mrs. Carr and Mrs. Ernest Fisher visited in Toronto on Sunday. Mrs. F. Porter visited with friends in Bolton on Sunday. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Thornhill THE uIBERAL, RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO The Presbyterian Young People’s Association visited the United Church Young People last Monday evening and gave a splendid programme of readings and games. In the absence of their president, Mr. Moore, Mr. Douglas Cooper occupied the chair for the visitors. After the program a social hour was spent and the mem- bers of both Associations spent a very enjoyable evening. ‘ The regular monthly meeting of ‘the Women’s Missionary Society of the United Church will be held in the Sunday School room on Tuesday; April lst at 3 o’clock. The ladies of the congregation are invited to attend. Mr. Fred Farr is giving up his but- cher business, having rented his premâ€" ises to Mr. Morrison, of Aurora, and has bought the property belonging to Miss Annie Cooper and her sister Mrs. (Dr.) Wiley Carleton, and will move in next month. Mr. Alex Bell and Mr. Robert Brum- well who have been spending the wint- er in California, returned last week by motor and report a splendid trip. Mr. Bell called on his aunt, Mrs. Boyle last Friday. Mr. Viricent Sparling, of Toronto, visited on Sunday with his parents, Dr. and Mysi. Spgrling: Mr. and Mrs. Bert Hyslop and Miss Almeda Clubine, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Will Clubine, of Bradford. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barr, of Glen- dale, California, ‘are expected here the beginning of the month to make their home with Mr. Barr’s sisters, Mrs. R. A. Nesbitt and Miss Agnes Barr. SHARPLESSâ€"On Tuesday, March 25 1930, to Mr. and Mrs. E. Bryan Sharp- less (nee Marion Smellie) 46 Jedburgh Road, North Toronto, a daughter (Joan Marion.) JOHNSTONâ€"0n Saturday, March 22, 1930, to Mr. and Mrs. Ewéi‘t Johnstori (nee Lela Duncan) 3. son. At the annual meeting of the Lawn Bowling Club the following officers were elected for the ensuing year; President, Geo. Crosby; Vice-President John Burns; Secretary-Treasurer, T. Whitter. The reports for the last year were favorably received and plans made for the coming year. Me Eggs, meats, vegetables, home cook- ing and flowers formed the large part of the offerings'at the North York market on Tuesday. The eggs were weighed and sold according to weight and quality. Fresh specials at 26 to 30 ounces to the dozen commanded 40 to 45 cents a dozen. One of the best displays was of a dozen eggs that tipped the scales at 35 oz., for which 60 cents was asked. Duck eggs brought 6 cents each. Fresh greenhouse produce was much in demand by the patrons, although the prices remained the same as last “ eek, Rhubarb, radishes, watercress leaf lettuce, parsley and mint were all displayed on several stands. Ontario Spy apples continue to bring the highest apple prices on the market at 40 to 60 cents for a six-quart baskâ€" et. They are still firm and|of good quality, kept in cellars for storage. Roses and tulips were the main var- ieties of flowers. They sold at low prices. 75 cents to $1.50 a dozen. The Women’s Association of Rich- vale Community Church met on Wed- nesday, March 26th, at; the home of Mrs. Macklem, of Spruce Ave. The meeting was well attended, scripture lesson, 1 Cor. 13 chapter was read by the President, Mrs. Farrants. The Association has done and is still do- ing a wonderful work in the commun- ity. We expect to give a play entitâ€" led “The New Ministers Wife” in the very near future, date not set yet. At our next meeting in April we are plan- ing for a big‘ time. Watch the Lib- eral. Next Sunday, March 30thâ€"The boys of Mrs. Fax-rants class will take char- ge and conduct the program of the Sunday School (Missionary). Fathers and mqthers and friends all invited, this will be an open session at 2.30 p. m. k School swer to our advertisement for a conductor? ” Applicantâ€"“Yes, sir." I‘Janagerâ€"“Haveyou had any Applicantâ€"“N0, sir. My last was packing sardines.” Managerâ€"“You’ll do. Start morrow morning.” I week Rev. J. J. Sparling, D. D. 12 a. m. Subjectâ€"“How to do than hr“ to do." ".30 p. m.-â€"Sunday School. Mr. . W. Galbraith, Superintendent. 7.30 p. m.â€"Mumkacsy‘s Picture â€"â€" rucification. THORNHILL UNITED CHURCH Regular Church service at 3.30 p. m HOW DOES THIS APPLY TO YONGE STREET Managerâ€"“So you’ve come in an- rer to our advertisement for a bus mence WELCOMED THE SNOWFALL The heavy snowfalls of the past 3k were welcomed by the farmers. Lst the thing for the fall wheat” it Come and encourage the Sunday York Market MARKHAM m.â€"Monday eveningâ€"Y.P.S I)” Richvale BIRTHS job The weekly meeting of the prayer‘ union was held at the home of M12} Bovair on Tuesday evening. The! meeting was under the capable lead- ership of Miss Bovair and in spite of the inclement weather there was a large-attendance. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 151:, when the topic will be taken by J. L. Gane. The local I.0.0.F. and L.0.B.A.l Lodges will hold a progressive euchte} party in the Lodge Rooms, Robinson‘ A ssembly Hall, on Friday evening, March 28th“ Everybody welcome. 'flUSED CARS WANTED; vlfio=0=°l °=°=O=Ol Supplies for the Poultry EUCHRE FRIDAY NIGHT Model Brooders and Incubators Oyster Shell and Grit. A good grade of Can (H! guitable forlncubator Use Freight & Cartage Service F. Y. Brathwaite Stock Reducing Sale Phone 18 A. A. EDEN We have a large demand for Used Cars and we are in a position to take your present car as down payment-â€"Balance financed on easy pay- ment plan. Chevralet and Oakland Dealer Thornhill, Ont. Pl Licensed Carrier Richmond Hill CARRVILLE Reconditioned Used Cars Always on Hand at the right price. =O=0:0=0=0=0= Take advantage of this sale and stock up your shelves. Groceries at COST Price NEW CHEVROLETS Mquei‘t S, _ Hamilton Thursday, Friday, Saturday TORONTO ‘ RICHMOND HILL Chick Founts and Feeders all sizes. Having sold our'business and desir- ing to reduce our stock we are offering groceries, provisions, etc. at cost price on and intermediate points All loads covered by insurance. 'are now ready THURSDA Y. MARCH in exchange for OF 'JI'HHS WEEK 10=0=°=Ol FRIENDS OF SILENCE By means 0 fa. new local anaesthetic patients may listen in to radio whiie undergoing a surgical operation. Some however, firmly demand chloroform.â€" ‘.ond0n Opinion. R. S. WHITE OPTOMOTRIST and OPTICIAN Eyes Examined Oculist Prescriptions Filled Satisfaction Guaranteed 4 Bloor Street West, Richmond Hill TORONTO Phone 107-f Ontario Phone 41 1930 [0:0 [0:0