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VICTORIA SQUARE A little snow and wind do make things interesting, but in spite of the road conditions last Friday, over one hundred attended the J.F'. and J .W.I. banquet in the Community Hall. Af- tecr all had enjoyed a hearty meal Mr. Dalt Rumney as toastmaster com- menced the program with a toast to the King. A toast to the clubs was then proposed by R. E. White and responded to by Miss Dorothy Valliere and) Mr. Fraser Gee. The address of the evening was given by W. R. Cook of the Y.M.C.A. on “The Farmer and his spare time.” The program was interspersed with vocal duet‘os by Mrs. R. E. White and Miss Lillian Hart of Newmarket, and guitar selections. The tables were then cleared away and Mr. Cook led in a short program of games. The evening closed- with «dancing to the music of our popular orchestra with Mr. Atwood floor manâ€" ager. We hope to have more of such events in the future and will probably make it an annual affair. ECAPITOL VOL. LV. Misses Ethel Mortson, Mabel San- derson, Mabel Boynton, Mrs. G. Boyn- bon and‘ Mr. and Mrs. R. Boynton at- tended the Sunday School Convention .at Stouffville on Friday. There was a good attendance at Sunday School on Sunday. The or- .chestra. was a new feature in the musical service and Miss Mabel San- derson gave a report on the S. S. con- vention. , Plan now to attend the debate at Victoria Square on Friday evening, between Temperanceville and Victoria Square. Fraser Gee and Mabel San- derson are debating for the Square. There 'will be lunch and a silver col- l-ection. 'Messrs. Ed. Price and Fred Fiegel had tea at the Valliere homestead on Sunday evening. Y. P. S. drew it’s usual crowd of enthusiastic young people. Miss Viola Avison gave the topic, there was a reading by Miss Elsie Cripps and music by Miss Marion and Mr. Walter Smith. ‘ ' Misses Annie and Myrtle Avison spent Sunday at their home here. We are sorry to report that Mrs. Rumney is confined to her home and unable to be present at our gather- ings. We wish for her the speediest recovery possible. On Tuesday evening, despite wea- ther conditions, approximately sixty of our young people journeyed to Richmond Hill Arena for the County J,F. and J.W.I. Carnival. A jolly time was enjoyed skating, racing and dancing among the three hundred young people assembled there. Vic- toria Square went in for the carnival spirit and not only won the most rib- bons for costumes and racing but had more members in costume than any other club. Oh well, folks, we had a. good time, didn’t we, and we’ll hope for another next year. Perhaps its not too early to begin to arrange oyur work now so that you won’t miss the Institute sewing class in the Community Hall commencing Feb. 12th and continuing cnch after- noon for two weeks. The W.M.S. ladies are busy getting the quilts together for the annual quilting. No doubt any‘ assistance which may be given to Mrs. Stouten- bug and' her committee will be great- ly appreciated. JOE E. BROWN in SON OF A SMLOR TWO FEATURE ATTRACTIONS JOHN BOLES nd ' MARGARAT SBLLIVAN Only YCSterdaY â€"BING CROSBY BETTY 1300? NEWS ” CONTINUOUS SHOW SATURDAY 1:30 to 11:30 “ She Done Him Wrong “YORK COUNTY’S NEWSIEQ'I‘ NEWSPAPER” DANGEROUS FEMALES =O=O=O=0=OEO LOVE, HONOR and OH BABY â€" â€" â€" AND _ â€" â€" ZASU PlTTS and SLIM SUMMERVILLE WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY JAN. 31, FEB. 1 FRIDAY and SATURDAY JAN. 26, 27 MONDAY and TUESDAY JAN. 29, 30 0:0 MAE WEST IN IN Officers for the year 1934 were then elected. Pres, Archie Cameron; ,lst Vice-Pres, Miss A. Walkington; 2nd Vice-Pres, Mrs. P. White. 5 dir- ectors for 2 years, Mrs. T. E. Forbear ers. Herbert Jackson, Mrs. M. Pal- lmer, Mr. I. B. Musselman, Mr. J. B. McLean; Directors remaining in office for one year, Mrs. E. Bowen, Mrs. M. McDonald, Mrs. C. J. Robeson, Mrs. D. Allen, Mr. Chas. Roberts; Auditors, Rev. C. H. Bowman, Thos. McCormack; Secty.-Treas., H. Bryan; Ass’t. Secty., Mrs. Thos.- Jackson; Membership Committee, Mrs. C. J. Robeson, Convenor, Mrs. E. A. Car- son, Mrs. C. H. Snider, Mrs. W. T. Cook, Miss A. Kerr, Mrs. E. Bowen, Miss A. Walkington, Mrs. P. White, Mrs. T. E. Forbear, Mrs. D. Allen, Mrs. H. Bryan, M. McDonald; Flower Show Committee” Executive, direcâ€" ’tors, Miss M. Shunk, Miss Tillie Wat- son, Mr. C. Hadlow; Entertainment ECominittee, Mrs. H. Bryan Convenor, ,Mrs. Cook, Miss D. Cook, Mrs. T. E. ‘Forbear, Mrs. D. Allen, Mrs. P. White Mrs. M. Palmer, Miss A. Walkington, ‘Mrs. Herbert Jackson, Mrs. Jno. Mcâ€" iNeil, Mrs. A. Cameron, Miss T. Wat- Ison, M. McDonald, C. Hadlow, H. Bryan, T. Couper; Delegates to at- tend horticulture convention, Mrs. D. =Allen, Miss A. Walkington. The Maple Horticultural Society held their annual meeting on Monday evening, Jan. 15th, With about thirty members present, Mr. Archie Cameron president, presided. H. Bryan, Secre- tary-Treasurer, submitted the finan« cial statement showing a balance on hand in the bank. “fr-n'ééting‘a'f the Boards of M51315, Ed‘geley and Hope Churches was held at the last named place on Monday night of last week. Satisfactory re- ports were received and a vote of ap- preciation of the work of Rev. A. M. Partridge was passed With an invi- tation to him to remain as pastor. A meeting for the election of offiâ€" cers and other business was held in Hope United Church last Wednesday evening. At. the close the ladies of the congregation served refreshâ€" merits. Sacrament was administere<i in the churches of the circuit on Sunday. Quite a large number were skating on the rink on Saturday evening. From shock and injuries received from falling down stairs, Mr. Geo. J. Cook passed away at his home on Sunday morning. The funeral took place on Tuesday to the Maple ceme- tery. The family and other friends have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. There was a good attendance at the Young People’s Society on Mon- day evening, when Mrs. Bigford, Con- venor of the Citizenship Committee, had charge of the meeting. The choir of St. Andrew’s Church enjoyed a skating party at the Richâ€" mond Hill Arena on Wednesday eve- ning of last week. Eighteen members and a few friends were present, and on their return did ample justice to a splendid lunch which Mrs. J. B. McLean had prepared and served in banquet style. Another Bridge, Euchre and Dance will be held under the auspices of the Maple Horticultural Society, Friday evening, Feb. 2nd. THEATRE MO. 2172 Yonge & Castlefield MAPLE NEWS "In Essentmls. Umtv; [n Non-essemzais. Liberty: In All! Things. Charity." RICHMJNb HILL, ONTARIO THURSDAY, JANUARY 25th, 1934 COUNTY COUNCIL COMMENCES FIRST SESSION OF THE YEAR Reeve The January session of the York County Council opened Tuesday af- ternoon at 2:30 p.m. Interest at the opening session centred on the selec- tion of the 1934 Warden, the honor this year going to Reeve D. E. Sprag'ue of North Gwillimbury. Reeve George Kellam of Vaughan, the other contender for the office, did not let his name go to the ballot but in with- drawing stated that he would seek the honor in 1935. Nominated by Reeve James Cameron of Weston and sec- onded by Reeve Sanders of Scarboro the claims of Reeve Kellam for the honor were laid before the council, and Mr. Kellam’s personal qualifi- cations for the office were spoken of in a highly complimentary manner by his nominators. It was pointed out that in 1933 Reeve Kellam had ren- dered very valuable service to the County as chairman of the Finance Committee. In his address, Reeve Kellam said that it was now twenty years since Vaughan Township was honored with a wardensihip and he felt that the honor was due his muni- cipality. He stated that the people of his township had been very kind to him in past years and that if he was returned as Reeve of Vaughan in 1935 he certainly would let his name go to the ballot for the Warden ship. Others nominated for the war- denship who also withdrew giving the honor to Reeve Sprague by accla- mation were Reeve McDonald of New Toronto and Reeve Wallace of Swan- sea Premier Henry, a York County Warden of tWenty-five years ago, was present and briefly addressed the gathering and greetings were re- ceived from Hon. E. J. Davis of New- market, a Warden of fifty years ago. There was the usual keen interest among the members in the election of the striking committee and its comâ€" mittee chairman for the coming year are as follows: By-laws and Legislation, Reeve W. Edwards McDonald, New Toronto; County Property, Reeve Herman Kidd Whitchurch; Finance, Reeve H. M. Cooke, Forest Hill; Education, Reeve A. A. McKenzie, Woodbridge; and Contingencies, Reeve A. Johnson, Leaside. When a deputation introduceci by Richard Mye’rs appeared to apply for the customary annual grant of $1,000 for the Institute for the Blind, the reques’c was referred to the Finance Committee. Some opposition was offered to a resolution introduced by Reeve A. A. McKenzie, Wood'bridge, who Moved that $1,000 be earmarked in the 1934 budget to bear the cost of placing a plaque bearing a brief history of the County of York in the City Hall, in connection with the city’s Centennial celebrations. “Why put all that money in a stone?” inquired Reeve W. E. Mcâ€"‘lst Gice Donald, New Toronto. “It could be,Vice_Pn better used to feed hungry men, Wom-‘ Messrs_ en and children in the county,” helMcLean suggested. When Mr. McDonald Morgan finally moved an amendment that the -C1emem money be applied to relieving distress H. Char among war veterans, he was ruled out 0 Hoov of order by Colonel R. J. Stuart, who at the time was acting as Chairman of the Committee of the Whole. The original motion was referred to the s Finance Committee for a recommen- PRESB. dation. m“ McTagg To-day, at 2:30, Hon. E. J. Davis, Newmarkgt, who was County Warden exactly half a century ago, will be the guest of the Council at a luncheon given in his honor. A rather unusual and interesting situation arose on Wednesday during the appointment of County repre- sentatives to the various High School Boards. In- these appointments it is customary that the nomination of the Reeve of the municipality concerned is accepted without question by the other mem ers of council. However, in the case of the appointment of a member to the Scarboro Board the nominee of the Scarboro Reeve was opposed and rejected. This led to a charge by the Scarboro Reeve of lobbying and charges that party poli- ties were being played in connection with the appointment. Reeve San- ders submitted the name of Harry Rigby when nominations were called for. Reeve Dr. Cook of Forest Hill promptly placed the name of John A. CIIARGE PARTY POLITICS IN APPOINTMENT :ve Sprague of North Gwillimbury Chosen As Warden~ ‘arty Polltlcs Charged In School Board Appointment. Leslie in nomination. Leslie, a forâ€" mer deputy-reeve of the township, is an employee of the government in the Highways Department and according to rumors and accounts of the Scar- boro elections was very active in opposing Reeve Sanders in the muni- cipal elections. In charging the mem- bers of County Council with lobbying and party politics in regard to the appointment Reeve Sanders stated that the word was circulated around that Mr. Rigby was a member of the C.C.F. In the Scarboro municipal election the York County Post de- clared that the Conservative party machine made a determined effort to defeat Sanders who had the sympathy and support of the C.C.F. organiza- tion. It was also hinted that J. A. Leslie had quite a lot to do with en- gineering the work of the machine. In the municipal elections Reeve San- ders received a very decisive majority from the people of Scarboro and yet his nomination for a member of the Scarboro High School Board was ‘turned down by the members of the County Council. Why? Well Reeve Sanders openly charged that party politics were played in the appoint- ment and that a persistent lobby had been carried out. Reeve Sanders stated that Mr. Rigby contrary to the word possed around the council was not a member of the C.C.F..or any other political party. Reeve Greene Again Heads The annual meeting of the Rich- mond Hill Agricultural Society was held in the Municipal Building on Satâ€" urday afternoon. President J. A. Greene opening the meeting expressed his thanks to the Directors and all who had helped make the 1933 Fair one of the best in the history of the Society. ’ The financial statement showed‘ a balance of $352.52, a slight decrease over the previous year. Re- ports of the Directors were given and all were of the opinion that last year’s Fair, in spite of some adverse con- ditions, was an outstanding success. Is was decided to again hold the An; nual Seed Fair, which was dropped last year, as it was felt that this was a time when good seed would be need- ed. The Fair will be held on Feb. 10th and addresses will be given by prominent seed men. The Society will also hold a “Farm Operations” con- test, details of which will be announc- ed later. Reeve J. A. Greene was unanimous- ly re-elected President for 1934, al- though expressing a wish to retirer lst Vice-Pres., Mr. J. W. Palmer; 2nd Vice-Pres., Mr. Robt. Scott; Directors Messrs. T. H. Trench, J. Lunau, Jas. McLean, W. Middleton, W. A. Wright, Morgan Boyle, F. S. Tyndall, L. H. Clement, J. S. McNair, F. Graham, H. Charles, C. Harding, J. E. Francis, C. Hoover, Major C. H. Basher, D. J. McTaggart and J. E. Smith. The Young People’s Society of Rich mond Hill Presbyterian Church has started the work of the New Year with a keen enthusiasm. Under the able leadership of their new President Miss Mabel Mackie, the members of the different g‘roufis have planned a very good year’s work. Last Monday night, being Literary night, a very good paper on Ton Thomson, the great Canadian Artist, was read by Miss Stewart. Next Monday night, being Social night, the Society plans to have “A nicht wi’ Burns.” A very dainty program has been arranged and refreshments will be served. The small sum of fifteen cents is being charged for the nights entertainment. “ACTIVITIES OF THE I’RESBYTERIAN YOUNG PEOPLE” The annual congregational meeting of the United Church was held on Wednesday evening. The church has had a good year as all reports given indicated. A complete report of this meeting will be given in the next issue. UNITED CHURCH ANNUAL MEETING Fair Board J. F. A. Carnival ‘ Draws Large Crowd Over three hundred were in at- tendance at the York County J.F.A. Skating Carnival held in the Richmond Hill Arena on Tuesday evening. The competition for those in costume was keen as also were the races. Judging of the costumes was very ably car- ried out by Mrs. Leonard Clement, Mrs. Armstrong and Messrs. James McLean, J. A. Greene and E. T. Stephens. Skating was enjoyed up till 10:30 and was followed by lunch and danc- ing on the ice. Program was very ably carried out by Messrs. Clarence Graham and Fraser Gee. The following are the awards in the different events: Best Dressed Lady Eleonar White, Unionville Ruth Caseley, Victoria Square. Reva Nichols, Victoria Square Best Dressed Gent Jack Leadbetter, Unionville Lorne Mortson, Victoria Square Douglas Gee, Victoria Square Best Dressed Couple Thelma Hart and Fraser Smith, Victoria Square Laura Gee and Alvin Caseley, Vic- toria Sqare Bessie Valliere and James Valliere, Victoria. Square Hard Times Costume Fraser Fee and Lloyd Beatty, Vic- toria Square. Specials $2.00 in cash to Junior Farmers’ Club having the most in costume, won by Victoria Square Club. 32.00 in cash to Junior Farmers’ Club winning the most prize ribbons, won by Victoria Square Club. ANNUAL VESTRY' MEETING ST, MARY’S“ CHURCH The annual Vestry meeting of St. Mary’s Anglican Church was held Monday evening, when very satisâ€" factory and encouraging reports Were received from the different; depart- ments of the church on the year’s activities. Mr. H. Stanford was reâ€" elected People’s Warden and Mr. I‘homas Carter as Rector’s Warden. Mr. Edward Mansbridge was appoint- ed Vestry Clerk. A dance will be held Saturday, Jan. 27th, in McDonald and Well’s Hall, King City. Art West’s orchestra. Dancing 8:30 to 12 p.m. Admission 25 cents. The first monthly tea for this year will be given by a group of ladies of the W.A. in the United Church Sun- day School Room on Tuesday, Jan. 30th, from 5:30 p.m.. Come and en- joy this popular price tea. MONDAY, TUESDAY, JAN. 29, 30 JAMES DUNN CHARLES LAUGHTON JUNE KNIGHT CARLE LOMBARD â€" â€" IN â€"â€" â€"- _ __ 1N _ _ TAKE ACHANCE “Whithomen’i COMEDYâ€" SHERMAN SAID IT' “M MICKEY 1N ARALIA M.M PARAMOUNT NEWS DEVIL HORSE No. 3 Saturday n A Lady [or a Day Where “Capitol Entertainment” Reignfi UNITED CHURCH W.A. WILL HOLD TEA Bedford Theatre ‘\ THE HOME OF HIGH CLASS ENTERTAINMENT YONGE AND GLEN FOREST SATURDAY MATENEE AT 2.30 P.M. EVENINGS 7:00 & 9:00 JEAN PARKER BARRY NORTON BOMBSHELL WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY JAN. 31,\FEB. FRIDAY and SATURDAY JAN.26,2 Lee Tracy and Jean Harlow _ 1N __ â€"â€"IN DANCE NOVELTYâ€"FINE FEATHERS ,. High Fidelity Sound Single Copy 5c $1.50 PER YEAR IN ADVANCE Slim Summerville â€"â€"â€".â€"- ANDâ€"â€" RICHMOND HILL WON SENIOR TANKARD GROUP In the first round of the Senior Tankard competition Richmond Hill veterans defeated Thornhill here Wed- nesday night by a score of 10-7. The game was featured by some excellent curling and a very pleasant game was enjoyed. The rinks were: Richmond Hill, T. H. Trench, W. Cappell, F. E. Sims, J. Scott McNair skip; Thom- hill, William Wallace, George Fuller. J. Teeson, W. Riddell skip. FIREMEN ENJOY BANQUET The anual Firemen’s Banquet hek! Tuesday evening was a. most success- ful event and one of the most en- joyable in the history of the brigade. Following a sumptuous fowl dinner at the Rustic Inn progressive euehre was enjoyed, the winners being, 151: Kenny Blanchard; 2nd, Hem-y Burâ€" nett; consolation, Phil Bridgeman. ZASU PITTS DANCING AT THE RINK There will be dancing at the rink from 10 until 11 p.m. following the regular skating Saturday night. Although weather conditions were not very favorable there was a fair attendance at Y.P.S. Sunday evening. The President was in charge of the program. Roy Bowen read the lesâ€" son, Rom. 2, 11-16, and Mr. J. Piercy, our oldest member, yet young in spirit, gave a reading which dealt with the love that was aroused in a doctor’s heart at the Christmas sea:- son and told of restoring sight to a blind child, he also sang a solo “Wonâ€" derful Peace" all joining in the chorus Henry Cunningham sang, also Misses H. Diesman and Annie Walker sang a duett. Those taking part had no talk over their numbers but the theme of all was The Love of God‘. A very profitable evening was spent. Come out to the Y.P.S. serviCes. The W.M.S. met on Wednesday af- ternoon, Jan. 17th, in the Church and transacted business. Afterward the congregational meeting was held over which Rev. D. Davis presided. The departments in connection with the church were all in good condition. Members of Session and Board of Stewards remain the same as last year. Tea was served by the ladies and a very pleasant time spent. On Thursday evening, Jan. 18th, a. pleasant social function was held to which both young and old made their way to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Diesman to make a presen- tation to Mr. and Mrs. George Gray, newly married couple. ’I‘he house was filled to capacity. An address was read by Miss Jean HadWen and a dinner set of ninety-six pieces preâ€" sented to Mr. and Mrs. Gray. Danc- ing and games were enjoyed through- out the evening and lunch served. Saturday Matinee Only TESTON No. 30