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JAAVVA wuv v..u-ov., W“..- There is no department in municipal affairs where thoroughness and systematic effort are more needed. .As has been said, it is the biggest job before the Council. It will require tact, courage and the best brains of the mem- bers to devise and carry out a system that will at least greatly reduce the large amount of arrears now outstand- i In our last ‘issue we drew attention to the seriousness of the accumulation of unpaid taxes and the importance of tax collection in municipal administration. Commenting on the same subject the Barrie Examiner says: “We believe that the collection of tax arrears is by far the biggest problem before the council at the present time. The arrearage is not simply from 1932 but is the accumulation over several years, a considerable portion of the amount being penalties added for failure to pay. Collection of taxes is not a pleasant duty for a council to deal with, yet it is one which, if neglected, is liable to get the municipal finances in a deplorable condition. While it might be too strong to say that many members of council have been inclined to let matters drift, it has been very evident that tax collections have not received the attention they should have had. Had the 1933 plan of prepayment of taxes been put into force a few years ago and a com- petent man employed to work on collectionsâ€"both current and arrearsâ€"the amount outstanding would have been small compared with what it is to-day. The amount 'which would have been saved in bank charges would have paid a fair salary and left a good margin. With an efficient col- lector on the job, people who now owe for two or three years would probably have managed to raise enough for one year at a time where they find it almost impossible. under present conditions, to pay‘for several years with interest charges added. an. 1 The amount of direct liabilities of all municipalities in Canada, at the end of 1931, according to the Bureau of Statistics, reached the huge total of $11,584,000,000, and the carrying charges run into an immense sum annually. A very high compliment was recently paid the weekly newspapers by James O’Shaughnessy, formerly executive secretary of the American Association of Advertising Agencies, who declared in a Boston address that “country weeklies are the cornerstone of American journalism.” Such a tribute from one of this continent’s leading advertising authorities is gratifying to the thousands of country publishers, says the Barrie Examiner, many of whom are struggling under adverse conditions to faithfully serve their communities. “The weéi-(iyi town talks to its feaders more in- timately and confidentially than any other medium,” Mr. O’Shaughnessy said. ... .. .. . ‘- It should also impress town and small city merchants with the fact that the weekly newspaper offers the most effective medium for placing his store message before the people on whom he must depend for his business existence. Just why jig-saw puzzles should be so popular at pres- ent is hard to say. They have been in eiistence for years in the Angloâ€"Saxon world and have been used by the Chinese for thousands of years. But they were considered chiefly a pastime for children and invalids until the last few months. Apparently they were revived just at the psychological moment, supplying an actual need. The ma- jority of people nowadays have considerable time on their hands. It seems likely that the conditions which made the jigsaw flourish will continue for some considerable time. So while the craze may not maintain its present intensity for more than a. few months, there will be a continuing demand for new puzzles which will reduce unemployment and add to the happiness of thousandsâ€"London Free Richmond Hill Machine Shop Press. J. Eachern Smith. Manarer Member Canadian Weekly Newspapel Associa‘ Subseription $1.50 per year -â€"â€" To the United SW Covering Canada’s Best Suburban District Advertising Rate-s on Application. TEL? EXPERT LAUDS WEEKLIES AS CORNERSTONE OF JOURNALISM GENERAL MACHINERY REPAIRS, BOILERS LAWN MOWERS AND BINDER KNIVES GROUND GUNSMITHING PAGE TWO Established 1878 AN INDEPENDENT WEEKLY PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY AT RICHMOND HILL THE LIBERAL PRINTING CO.. LTD. JIG-SAW PUZZLES LONG POPULAR IN ORIENT DEBENTURE SYSTEM COSTLY THURSDAY, MARCH 23rd. 1(‘135 ARREARS 0F TAXES Rear 81 Yonge Street THE LIBERA L . Mam-yer ewspapel Association To the United States $2.00 T'HONE 9. um- “A”... Agincourt Continuation School Pubâ€" lic Speaking Contest was held in the School Auditorium last Thursday evening. The following is a list of the contestants with the'subjects of their prepared speeches: Janet Hoodâ€"A Page of Discovery ada. Jean Chepakâ€"Pioneer Life in Canada Pauline Ebnerâ€"Sir Wilfred Laurier. John Moscowâ€"An International Prob- Fridav afternoon, March 17th. Al- though she had not been well for some time the end was sudden. Mrs. Lamoreaux will be greath missed by a large circle of friends in Markham anrl Scarboro. The March meeting of Azincourt branch F.Y.W.I. was held at the home of Mrs. W. 'D. MacDonald on Tuesday afternoon. March 14th. Mrs. William Lif’rle. guest sneaker. gave a snlendid address on “Gardening- as a Hobby." The hnqtesseq for the afternoon wore: Mrs. Wm. MnKean. Mrs. George Pat- erson and Miss Emily Elliott. The Am‘il menfing' will he held at the home of Miss Emily Elliott, on Tues- day afternoon. April 11th; from Canadian History. Ruby Rogersâ€"The Railways of Can- “There’s not one Wise man among twenty that will praise himself.” Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nthing.” ' March hasn’t been behaving well lately, in spite of the fact that the almanac says spring_ hgs ag‘r‘ived. vuu; y. Scarboro Township mill rate has been slashed. As compared with 1932 rate, there is a considerable reduc- tion in general. sewer. High School and Statutory Sc‘x'iool rates. Salaries, too are being reduced. Better late than never. â€"A ‘n- 1 n lem. Samuel Goughâ€"Thp International Peace Garden. We wish to congratulate Jean Chepak, who won the trophy donated by Mrs. C. D. Farquharson, and John Moscow, that donated by Agincourt Continuation School Literary Society. In addition to the prepared speech- es of 8 minutes, each contestant gave an impromptu address of 4 minutes. Here’s hoping for the success of our students at the District Semi-Final contest at Scarboro Collegiate. Rep- resentatives contesting will be from Scarboro Collegiate, East York Col- legiate, Markham High School and Agincourt 7 Continuation School. March hasn’t been behaving well lately, in spite of the fact that the almanac says spring has arrived. “Watch your step or the ice will get you" was the timely slogan for the early part of this week. Nevertheless, there were tumbles galore in Agin- court. ' u. . 1 mm A. AIL v ‘d . Agincourt relatives and friends of Mrs. Chris Lamoreaux. Milliken. weré verv sorrv to learniof _her death on legiate. Markham High School and' Miss Marjorie Weir, RN. of Tor- Agincourt Continuation School. Ionto, visited at her home here for a Principal C. F. Lawrence receivedlfew days last week. and welcomed the parents and all Several of the boys saw Newmarket those interested. He presided over defeat Sudbury at Manle Leaf Gar- the Public Speaking Contest, which dens on Monday evening. v was a great success. The judges were: Mrs. C. Kenny of Toronto and her Miss Nellie Clark, Mrs. Bert Kennedy, bmthel’ Mr- Fred Tracy 9f Vancouver Mr. M_ c“ Ionson and Mr_ H_ 3_ Cole. were week-end guests With Mrs. Jas. Brief addresses were given by'Rev. W- Kennedy- W, D, MacDonam, L A_ Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Lawrence and Chairman of the School Board and family motored to Caledonia to snend trustees M. G. Ionson and H. B. Cole. the week-end with Mrs. Lawrence’s The last meeting of Knox Presby- parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Harris, terian Y.P.S. at the home of Mr. and trustees M. G. Ionson and H. B. Cole. The last meeting of Knox Presby- terian Y.P.S. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Davidson on Wednesday evening, March 15th, was anticipated‘ with keen interest. The reality was more than gratifying as it was to say the least a most profitable and enjoyable evening. Miss Jean Leslie gave the Bible reading and prayers were offered by Rev. G. S. Scovell- and Dr. A. L. Burch. Rev. Scovell, rector of St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, who has been a good friend to Knox Presbyterian Y.P.S. on several previous occasions and whose splendid addresses have meant so much to the young folk, excelled himself on that evening. He spoke on “Favorite Hymns” which he treated in an elu- cidative and helpful fashion. What a wealth of rare beauty and inspir- ation he unfolded as he interpreted “‘Peace Perfect Peace” “Take My Life and let it be," “Stand up, Stand up for Jesus” and other well known hymns. VThe subsequent social hour was a delightful one with games and choic- est refreshments. nThe Devotional Committee under the convenorship of Miss Francis Blair and all the Y.P.S. members felt grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Davidson and family for once again opening their home to the young people and for their goodness to them. Mr. Ernest Large gave an excel- lent address on “Ananias and Sapâ€" p'hira keeping back part of the price,”‘ Acts. Chapter 5, at Knox Presbyter- ian Y.P.S. service last Sunday evenâ€" ing. Mr. and Mrs. Large rendered 'a duet “Though your sins be red as scarlet,” which was appropriate to the theme, and thoroughly apprecâ€" iated. Last Wednesday evening the For- ward Club of Knox United Church gave a jolly St. Patrick’s party, a large number having participated. Miss Marjorie Cassie and Mr. Bruce Yeamans won 1st prizes for the best costumes. Some new games Were played following which an Irish lunch was served. Everyone had a topping night’s fun, The Y.P.S. of Knox Presbyterian Church held a skating party in Hea- ther rink last Friday evening. Miss Nellie Clark as Mrs. King Tut and Miss Jessie Davidson as Mrs. Um- brella Queen captured the prizes, The societv was then entertained by Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Newall at their home in Malvern. There were games, stunts and delectable refreshments. The thanks of the sncietv were ex- pressed to Mr. and Mrs. Newall and familv for their kindly interest in the Y.P.S. and their m'acionihosxlimlity. WEEKLY NEWSY NOTES FROM THE AGINCOURT DISTRICT ‘Moving‘ pictures of “The Passion Play,” also a “Travelogue of The Holy Land” will be a snecial feature in St. Paul‘s Anglican Church. Lam- aroux, Friday evening. March 3lst, at 8 o’clock. This will he under the a‘lSDlpf‘S of St. Paul’s W.A. An in- vitation is extenedd to all. Don’t fail to see the drama entitled “Two Too Many” to be played bv a cast of ten under the direction of Mr. THE LIBERAL, RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO Leslie Miller. in Oddfellows’ Hall, on Friday and Saturday evenings of this week at 8 o’clock. The play will be under the auspices of the Forward Club of Knox United Church and promises to be something out of the ordinary. John Moscow, Violinist, will be in charge of the music for those evenings. It sounds good. Be sure to be there. W'ouldn’t you like to join Sharp’s Homelovers Excursion to Belfast. Liverpool and Glasgow by T.S.S. Letitia from Montreal. June 23rd? It will be personally conducted by Jamie Reid. popular Scottish minstrel, who will keep all in the best of humour with his Scotch songs and jokes. They will laugh their way across the mightv Atlantic. sure enough, on the popular Letitia. Came across one of Jamie Reid’s jokes the other day. A Scotsman on arrival in Montreal. and who had heard that most everv- one in that city spoke French. hailed a taxi driver. and the following con- versation ensued: Scotsmanâ€"Can ve sneak English? Taxi Driverâ€"Yes Sir. Scotsmanâ€"Foo muckle will ve tack tae tack ma two kists (trunksl fan the Quav (docks), tae the- Gran’ Trunk Station? Mrrs; Mary McKechnip of Toronto is spondimr a week with her sister, Mvm David Marsha“ “M‘asfmx Mfiwlvraxrri Elfintt. who has been confined f9 ’rhe house sinr‘e an amident. March 4th. i< makimr favor- ~h1n h1~nqress and will be out in a few days. Mr. and MN. M. F. Johnson motor- ed to Coo‘zsville on Fridav evening to Mtend a St Patrick’s narty given by M5“ Mahnl Armstrong. John Moscow of Aqincnurt Con- fimmfinn hm won three silver Pubs in pu‘Hir‘ Speaking Contests. Good work. John. ' Edgar Morrish. Ashlev McGowan, Andrew Grant and Bert Kennedy. skip refurned from Hamilton 12th annual bonspiel last Thursday with the Snectator Challenge tronhy. Each nlayer won a handsome silver entree also a silver cup. Well done! Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Frank S. Paterson of Toronto, onrthe Mr. James Hughes of Toronto was +‘he gumt of Mr. Arthur Large over the1 week-end. Congratulations to Mr. and M Frank S. Paterson of Toronto, on t birth of a son, Friday, March 17th Manv from Agihcourt attended the funeral of Mrs. Chris Lamoreaux, Milliken. on Monday, March 20th. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jeanmarie of Cobourg‘, spent Sunday with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bowhey. Mrs. C. Kenny of Toronto and her brother Mr. Fred Tracy of Vancouver were week-end guests with Mrs. Jas. W. Kennedy. H M;.né-I;lamMrS. C. F. Lawrence and family motored to Caledonia to mend the week-end with Mrs. Lawrence’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Harris, ADVERTISING You have no doubt often said to yourself, advertising is too expensive and does not pay, Without giving the mat- ter very much consideration other than the fact that it costs you money which you feel you could spend more ad- vantageously. Have you ever stopped to think of the goods you handle and pass over your counter every day. HOW many of them are not known by name, by every customer that comes in- to your store, and how did they come to know them so Well? It was through reading about them and being told just what they would do for them. In other words by advertisâ€" ing. There are few lines of goods handled to-day in any shop that would be considered by a prospective customer unless it had proven its quality and with its makers back- ing it. Very few manufacturers would get the output to keep their factories going if they advertised goods and they were found to be of inferior quality, consequently ad- vertised goods always have the mark of quality. The seller and buyer both have the benefit of this guarantee. Big businesses have recognized these facts.) Why not you?‘ The fact that you make your goods knoWn through advertising, is a guarantee to your customer that you are behind them. You should advertise, if only to prove your good faith in the goods you are asking your customers to buyâ€"Advertise steadily and see the results. The Richmond Hill Liberal Mr. ‘and Mrs. Bob McLeod and son Roy of Claremont spent Sunday at Mr. W. Bones. Miss Minnie Reaman spent several days with her aunt, Mrs. W. Reaman at Severn Bridge. While there she attended a. St. Patrick’s supper and play. There was no Y.P.S. ( night on account of the weather. Crone was completely taken by surâ€" prise. She thanked the ladies in a few well chosen words. ' Don’t forget the Y.P.S. meeting on Monday night next at 8 pm. Come out and see What Jake Koning‘ .can do towards supplying us with a good program. Remember, you are in- vited. The choir are holding a jig-saw puzzle contest on Friday night at the home of Miss Eva Baker, this promis- es to be a good time for the jig-saw fans. Miss Sadie Middleton returned home on Sunday after spending a ten days holiday. On Friday evening last the WA. gathered at the home of Mrs. Mc- Crone on the eve of her wedding an- niversary to show in a small way how much they appreciate Mrs. Mcâ€" Crone’s untiring‘ help in all church matters. Mrs. Woolcot read the ad- dress and Mrs. Wark presented Mrs. McCrone with a beautiful amber glass and gold sandwich plate. Mrs. Mc- On Saturday a number of Mr. and Mrs. M. McCrones friends and rel- atives from Toronto came out to cel- ebrate with them their 30th wed- ding anniversary. About twenty-five guests sat down to the table. Mr. and Mrs. McCrone received many lovely presents in pearl and pearl and silver. Last Friday evening about sixty- five people from Toronto gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Burton to spend the evening in dancing. They were all old school mates and neighbors, who have since moved to Toronto. Lunch was served at mid- night, and dancing continued till about 2:30. Just before leaving the crowd gathered around'Mr. and Mrs. Burton, sang “He’s a Jolly Good Fel- low” and presented Mrs. Burton with a lovely box of chocolates. F. E. Luke, optometrist, at Austin’s Drug Store, Richmond Hill, Monday afternoon, April 3rd, from 2 pm. to 8 p.m. . MERCHANT CARRVILLE COMING very bad Monday THURSDAY, MARCH 16th, 1933 was win he mm the up Lon g0 rye: SLATS’ DIARY _ ryed. Saterday â€"â€" Ant : Emmy prit near i got her self in to y I trubble today. She ‘ was a tawking to Mrs. Plat about .3 mrs Plats neace and Ant Emmy spoken of her as 3 Pan Handler and Mrs Plat was about 1/2 sore intill Ant Emmy ex- planed Whut she ment. She always that a person Witch wirks in a res- terant was called a Pan Handler. Sundayâ€"wile we was a leaving the chirch this morning I herd the preech- er praiseing Mrs. Stoop for her deâ€" voshun to her husbend and he sed» he was glad to no her husbend was out of danger now and he thot she dis- served g1 lot of Credit for her de- voshun to her husbend. She tahnkéd him and sed Well she loved him a grate deal and ennyway his ensur- ance policy had Lapsed and run out. .Mundayâ€"Ike Suman has envented' a macheen witch will flo'te in the waâ€" ter if it jumps in to a river or a Lake or sum thing. He tryed it out last Saterday and it was not a inteire success. Pa says he thinks it will be a very very large Funeral prehaps. Tuesdayâ€"Milt Schwambs left for Flouridy today becuz he got a tele- graf messige frum a frend down there yesterday that sum buddy had found land on the lots he boughten a few years ago. Wensdayâ€"well I tuk a Xcuse to skool today becuz I was absint yes- terday and it wood of got by all rite oney it happend to be sined.” My Father. I Xpeck that was mebby the reeson I got kep in after skool was left out. Thirsdayâ€"Ant Emmy seen a bunch of policemen and uther fokes walk- ing around the vacant lots and she ast 1 of them whut was they Iooken for and he sed they was looken for a Dead horse and now she cant emagine- whut they wood want with a dead: horse. BY ROSS FARQUHAR