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The program at the meeting of the Young People‘s Society on Monday night was in charge of the Social and Literary committees. Miss Ivy Hat- wood was in the chair, Miss Evelyn Forrest read the Scripture lesson and the explanation was given by Stewart Wark. The topic was taken by Mer- vyn Keffer, two piano 50105 were played by Mrs. Wade and mouth organ selections were given by Doug- las and Elwin Crook, and two solos were sung by Stewart Wark. A num- ber of games and contests followed, after which refreshments were served. Satisfactory reports were received from all of the Departments at th recent meeting of the Trustee Board of the United Church showing that all obligations had been met, and the church in a good financial pOSition. Keep in mind the Bridge, Euchre and Dance to be held in the Commun- ity‘Hall on Friday evening, Feb. lst‘ under the auspices of the Horticulâ€" tural Society. There will be good prizes and refreshments will bc served. Friends and relatives here regre to know that; Mr. J. T. Shunk, a for mer resident of Maple, passed away at his home in Lindsay last Wee]- The interment took place at Wood bridge on Sunday. rIthe Kinsmen Quartette of Toront- rendered a number of selections at th( service in the United Church on Sun day evening and the sermon was preached by Mr. Raymer, one of thc members of the qual'tette. Miss Velma Moore of Toronto vis ited over thejweek-end with Dr. R A. and Mrs. Bigford. Our sympathy goes out to Mr Chas. Stephenson, a former residen’ of this village, in the death of his wife who passed away at Bramptor last week. ' At a recent meeting of the Board 0‘ Trustees of this circuit, a unanimou invitation was given to Rev. A. M Partridge to remain as minister. Last Wednesday night being ex- tremer cold, the attendance at the Bridge and! Euchre held by the Horti- cultural Society was rather small, but all had a pleasant time. There were seven tables of euchre and three tables of bridge in play and the prize win- ners were, for bridge, ladies, Mrs. W. Oliver, Mrs. H. Bryan, B. Mathewson; gentlemen, J. McDonald, H. Bryan and W. Monk; for euchre, ladies, M. Hill, Mrs. T. Jackson, Mrs. A. Lawrie gentlemen, J. O’Brien, F. Rumble and Mr. McCluskey. IVOL. LVI. F REDRIC MARCH, ANNA STEN JOHN BOLES, LORETTE YOUNG ‘The WHITE PARADE’ NOW PLAYING, THUR., FRI., SAT., JAN. 31, Feb. CAPITOL Parking For 200 Cars 300 Seals All Evening 25c. “WE LIVE AGAIN” EDUCATING PAPA LAME DUCK “YORK COUNTY’S NEWSIEST NE WSPAPE‘R” MAPLE CHARLIE CHASE in f‘FATES FATHEAD” “DANCE CONTEST” POPEYE Continuous Show Sat., 12.30 to 11.30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FEB. 6-7 MONDAY, TUESDAY, FEB. 4-5 IN Richmond Hill was deeply saddened on Monday evening, Jan. 21st, by the passing of one of its well known residents, Mrs. James Dixon. She' was a daughter of the late Mr. and! Mrs. William Sheppard of this village! Deceased was in her 60th year and: was in apparent good health ‘until three months ago when she was :eized with a serious sickness al- though she was active about her home until Christmas. She was of a quiet 1nd kindly disposition and took a keen ‘nterest in her home surroundings. A special installation service will take place next Sunday even'ng for the officers and convenors of the Society. In the hour of their bereavement, the family and relatives have the sin- cere sympathy of a large circle ‘of friends. The Women’s Association of the United Church are holding a Fancy Dress Carnival on Thursday evening, Feb. 14th. A most interesting proâ€" gram has been arranged and will inâ€" clude a group of fancy skaters. Re- serve the dabe and plan to attend. Further notice later. Many and beautiful were the floral tributes and 'included a spray from Richmond Hill Women’s Association United Church. vge and community. The funeral 'hich was held from Wright & Tay- or’s Funeral Home on Thursday af- ernoon, Jan. 24th, wa; largely at- ‘ended and was conducted by Rev. 1. E. Coulter, pastor of Richmond Iill United Church, and Dr. Sidney ‘»mith, a former pastor. Interment 'ollowed in Richmond Hill Cemebey. T‘he pallbearers were J. Lunau, J. R. ‘lerrington, James McLean, T. H. French, J. A. Monkman, W. Hord. Mrs. Dixon was born in Richmond H11 in 1875 and: had lived in and round the village most of her life. {he was married to James D'ixon early thirtyâ€"six years ago when they waved to the farm on the third con- ession of Markham Where they armed successfully for a number of ears. About fcwo yeans ago they 1me to the village to retire. She eves to mourn her loss a. husband, he daughter Mrs. Keith Hastings, ‘ gincourt, and a brother Frank Shep- ard, Toronto, also a number of near elatives and many friends in the vil- LATE MRS. JAMES DIXON SWITZERLAND OBITUARY ETHEATRE Yonge at Castlefield Phone M0. 2172 CARNIVAL NEWS “In EssepfcjglsLUnity; In Non-essentials, Liberty In All Things. Charity" RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO THURSDAY, JANUARY 3lst, 1935 The twelfth annual High School commencement is under way. March 1 and 2 are the dates chosen. The Literary Society presents “The Queen’s Husband” by Robert Sher- wood, a three act comedy of a hen peeked King, Eric VIII ‘of a mythical island kingdom somewhere in the North Sea. He has also all the other troubles that king-s are annoyed by, â€"radicals, the unemployed, military interference, etc., etc., but during- the Queen’s absence on a financial mis- sion to America he “muddles through” splendidly. 7. Have any ex-service men had their allowances under the War Vet- erans Allowance Act discontinued in the following years, namely: (a) 1931, (b) 1932, (c) 1933, (d) 1934? 9. What were the several reasons for the discontinuance of their allow- ances? 10 Have any ex-serv’ce men had their allowances under the War Veterans Allowance Act reduced in any of the following years, namely: (a) 1931, (b) 1932, (e) 1933, (d) 1934? 11. If so, how many have been re~ duced in each of the said years? 12. What were the several reasons for the reduction in their allowances? One of the first acts! of Bill Mulock, North York’s member of the House of Commons, on assuming his seat in Ot- tawa. was to busy himself regarding the problem of pensions for the dis- abled soldiers many of which have been reduced or cancelled in recent years. Col. Mulock has placed on the order pap-er twelve questions which when answered‘ by the government will give the public the true picture of pensions administration by the Bennett government since 1931. 6. What are the several reasons for the reduction of their pensions '! 8. If so, how many allowances have been discontinued in each of the said years? This' hilarious comedy has had a long and successful professional run and has been much appreciated where- ever given amateur production. A capable cast of High School students, under the direction of Miss Izzard, assures an enjoyable presentation here. Keep the date open. The twelve questions on the order paper by Col. Mulock and now await- ing: an answer from the administra- tion are: 4. Have any ex_s-ervice men had their pensions reduced in any of the following years, namely: (a) 1931, (b) 1932, (c) 1933, (d) 1934? 1. Have any ex-slervice men had their pensions discontinued in any of the following years, namely: (a) 1931, (b) 1932, (c) 1933, (d) 1934? 2. If so, how many pensions were discontinued in each of the said years ? 3. What are the several feasons for the discontinuance of their pensions? 5. If so, how many pensions were reduced in each of the said years? SUCCESSFUL CARNIVAL The York County Junior Farmers and York County Junior Institute held a successful skating carnival at the Richmond Hill arena last Thursu day evening. R. E. White, District Agricultural Representative, and Mr. Clarence Graham acted as Masters of Ceremonies in carrying out a big' program of interesting events. The winners of the prizes were as fol- lows: ‘best lady costume, Miss E. Hart, Newmarket; 2nd, Miss D. Hart, Victoria Square; 3rd, Miss L. Hart, Newmarket; best gent costume, 1st, Lawrence Wright, Newmarket; 2nd, Fraser Gee, Victoria Square; 3rd, Bill Hodgson, Nobleton; best couple, L. Wright and E. Hart, Newmarket; 2nd A. Caseley and L. Gee, Victoria Square 3rd R. E. White and L. Hart, New- market; best comic, Ken Deacon, Unionville; 2nd, Bob Howden, New- market; 3rd, Lorne Morts-on, Victoria Square; ladies race, lst, Irene, Sellers, Unionville; 2nd, Jean Thompson, Unionville; 3rd, Mrs. F. Gee, Victoria. Square; gents race, lst, 0. Graham, Vellore; 2nd, N. Graham, VlelLlome; 3rd, Walter Reesor, Unionville; couple race, lst L. C. Kennedy and Jean Thompson, Unionville; 2nd, W. Reesor and I. Sellers; 3rd, N. Graham and L. Rutherford; club relay race, lst, Vellore; 2nd, Unionville and 3rd Nobleton. Veterans’ Pensions Have Attention of Col. Mulock MP. R.H.H.S. ANNOUNCEMENT Harry Trowell’s Richmond Hill home brews are giving a. good ac- count of themselves in the Intermed- iate T.H.L. group. To date they have tied one game and‘ lost three but in every game have been close conten- ders and hope to hit their Winning stride in the home game here to- morrow (Friday) night when Melrosve A. C. are the visitors. It will be a double header game with Aurora juveniles playing the local juvenile team as the forerunner of the interâ€" mediate fixture. Visit the rink to- morrow night and see Richmond Hill's hockey stars in action. It was agreed to hold the annual \Seed Fair Saturday, Feb. 9th, at 2 p.m. Prizes will be offered for all kinds of grain and seeds and the ofâ€" ficers of the Fair urge that farmers of the district take an interest in this event and bring out their exhibits of seed. Prominent men who are ex- perts in the seed business will address the meeting. See large posters for prize list or write the Secretary, R. S. Cooper, Richmond Hill. The annual meeting of the Rich- mond Hill Agricultural Society was held last Saturday afternoon when a. very favorable financial statement was presented showing the organiza- tion to be in a very healthy financial position. Reeve J. A. Greene was unanimously re-elected as president for the third year and the members and directors paid tribute to his untir- ing efforts in promoting the welfare of the Society. Other officers and directors are as follows: 1st Vice- President, Robert W. Scott; 2nd Vice- President, Harry Charles; Directors, James McLean, T. H. Trench, J .S. McNair, F. A. Clark, W. A. Wright. 0. D. Robinson, Morgan Boyle, F. S. Tyndall, Frank Graham, Cecil Hard- ing, L. H. Clement, Wesley Middleton, J. E. Smith, William Neal, Major G. H. Basher, Alex Little. ' Don’t fail to hear Bride Broder of the Mail and Empire (Miss Mary White) outstanding journalist who will speak on vocations at the CG. LT. Mother and Daughter Banquet on Feb. 7th, at 6.30 p.m., in the Unit. ed Church Sunday'School room. All mothers and daughters are welcome. If you haven’t a mother or daughter please get in touch with May Plew- man. Admission 25c. Will Hold Seed Fair Here Sat. February 9th BRIDE BRODER SPEAKER AT BANQUET HOCK EY NOTES Gutsmwming Quality 4 fiaww Pfiw announces a new flelicious blend Every Wednesday evening compeâ€" tition is being carried on between four teams for season honors which is expected to engage them unItil late March. Keen interest is being shown, and style of play is- noticeably improved. 0n invitation a party motored to Newmarket on Friday last and en- gaged in a match with Pickering Col- Lege staff. This a&vantage was much appreciated by all who participated. POULTRYMEN ATTENTION ‘ All interested in the successful and profitable raising of poultry are inâ€" vited to attend a meeting in the Masonic Hall, Richmond Hill, Thurs- day, Jan. 3lst, when Grafton Lothr0p will speak on “Disease Prevention and Control.” Everyone welcome. VOLLEY BALL CLUB NOTES Caravan _1N_ Pursuit of Happiness THE HOME OF HIGH CLASS ENTERTAINMENT YONGE AND GLEN FOREST SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2 RM. EVENINGS 7:15 & 9:15 LORETTA YOUNG & JEAN PARKER _ 1N _ Bedford Theatre Father Brown Big Hea Detective Herber COMEDY â€" “YOU SAID A HATFUL” â€" Paramount News â€" JOAN BENNETT & FRANCIS LEDERER Betty Boop in “There’s Something About A Sailor” FRIDAY & SATURDAY, FEB. 1-2 WALTER CONNELY GUY KIBBEE _ _ _. 1N _ _ __ â€" IN â€"- :aiher Brown Big Hearted Detective Herbert Grantland Rice Sportlight â€" “MARINE MARVELS” NEXT FRI. & SAT. â€"-- “BABES IN TOYLAN D” CHAPTER 9 of “GORDON OF GHOST CITY” â€" Playing Saturday Matinee Only â€" CARTOON â€" “TALE OF VIENNA WOODS” WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, FEB. 6-7 MONDAY & TUESDAY. FEB. 4-5 Skip “Gar” Yepex of the Richmond Hill Curling Club knows now how Alexander the Great felt when he had captured all the then known world and sat down and cried because there were no more cities to conquer. In the local club bonspeil Wednesday afternoon and evening he won three straight games and the premier hon- ors of the ’speil, and his only regret was that there were not more rinks entered. Each of the other three rinks won one game. The rinks were: Fred J. Mansbridg‘e, C. Ball, W. J. Mortson, G. Yerex skip; George Drury. Bo‘o Agar, J. Dewsbtu-y, GiC Moodie skip; Ralph Paris, Jim Young, 365 Nights In Hollywood W. Riddell, F. E. Simm skip; Jame:~ Hunt, B. Bennett, Stan Tyndall, J E. Smith skip. Single Copy 5c $1.50 PER YEAR IN ADVANCE _.IN__ Marie Galante: SPENCER TRACY, KETTI GALLION & NED SPARKS CURLING NOTES JAMES DUNN __.1N_ No. 31