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Just eleven more days till Christ. mas, and just six days until our Christmas. entertainment, to be held‘ Wednesday evening, December 20th at: 7.45 pm. At the end of our news for the week will be found our complete program. We hope you will be with us that evening. We thought perhaps our friends, might enjoy reading stories of how Christmas is celebrated in some other countries, so we bring you a We are pleased' to report that Mr. Martin is, to say the least, not any worse. Pneumonia is a long «drawn out sickness, so long- before there is any change. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sanderson had dinner with Mrs. Tan- of Whitby, formerly of this place, on 'hlesday. (Mrs. Tarr returned with them to spend a few days. We have sold all our copies of the school magazine. We could have sold almost twice as many copies, and we thank all those who encour. aged us with the purchase of our paper. We hope you’ll keep listen- ing- in to Claire Wallace as she lSl going to talk about our paper. Now is the time to have your hity cousins, before the snow flies. Miss Mabel Caseley had tea. with Mr. and Mrs. W. Hill on Sunday evening. Those who were present at the hall on Monday night report a good time at the‘ Buttomn'vlle Euchre. There were 28 tables. 'Dhe Red Cross committee of the Institute are sorry to say that they cannot get any yarn yet, but as soon as they do they will try and' have it delivered to those willing to knit. We are busy this week getting our school in readiness far Clhi-isrtâ€" mas. We have Christmas stories on the windows, which may be seen from the outside as well as in the room. Our sandtaible shows a win- ter scene. with snow-laden trees. deer. children at play, etc. We are also lighting up our Peace Palace for our Christan party. The answer to last week’s puzzle, “The Man Who Preached' Happi- ness", mas “St. Francis of Assisi". Little Jimmie Wlhite celebrated his seventh :birthday on Tuesday of this week. Coral Perkins. was a Tomnto visâ€" itor on Monday. 8.5. No. 12 are holding their con- cert on Thursday evening, Dec. 21. ‘Be sure to attend. Mr. J. Clulbine of SS. No. 12 took the topic at our Y.P.U. on Sunday which proved very interesting, tellâ€" ing of the different religions and customs of India. This is the first Il'ailme we have 'heard Mr. Clubine, 38116 I’m sure it won’t be the last. ,Mr. and Mrs. Britnell, Mr. and IMrs. Bert Sanderson .had tea at Mr. R. Perkins’ on Sunday evening. Christmas concert practice is well on its way. A good programme is 'planned- for Satui'day evening, De- camber 23rd. Mr. and: Mrs. Britnell had! dinner '31: Mrs. M. Nichols on Monday. Mr. John Snider and Mr. Alvin 'Frisfby don’t intend to dig snow to 'get out this winter, if cleaning up 'a fence bottom will help any. What 1am improvement to scenery it will *be to have all the old brush cleaned ’up. Mr. and Mrs. Bl-itneII and Roger. \Mr. and Mrs. R. Perkims and Coral had drinner on Sunday with Mr. Bert. ‘Sa'nderson’s. Next Monday night, December 18, ‘will be the December W.A. supper. Rev. A. E.-0wen of Unionville will bring a Christmas message. ‘Mrs. Au'brey Stephenson will‘ favor ‘us with vocal numbers and Miss Marion Boston with: readings. A “real good program is promised,‘so come along and help the WA. - Next Sunday, December 17th, is White Gift Sunday. We are told that Rev. Hunnisett at the Fred Victor Mission (where we send our gifts) can make use of almost any- thing we have to give. If the gifts are for children please put on the outside of the parcel whether for a ‘boy or girl and for what age of child it is suitable for. There is clothing so disgusting as a twelve year old boy to open a parcel with all the excitement which usually ac- 'cmmpanies such deeds, and then to iffndl it contains a nice big, doll dressed in a pretty pink satin dress. 1’1‘his service is open for the older iones to bring gifts as well as chil- Ulren. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14th, 1939. SCHOOL NEWJSY NOTES Victoria Square News Russia By Mina Stickley In Russia they have the story of Babousca. When the three wise men, seeing the star, started in. search of the Christâ€"Child, theyi stopped at Dame Babousca’s but and asked her the Way to Bethlehem, She refused to tell them, (but after! they had gone, she was sorry, and filling a basket of toys said to herâ€"f self, “I will find the men and toe! gether we will search for the Child and lay these gifts at His feet.” So she goes about every Xmas Eve. the same as our Santa Claus with her pack of presents, and: when the children find their toys on Xmas morning- they cry out “01d Babousca has passed this way.” SWEDEN By Barry Collard They always prepare for the Christmas festival by a thorough hou-secleaning, in which everything indoors and out is made spotless. At all times in the year they the- lxieve that “cleanliness is next to godliness”, and so in honour of the day, they prepare to celebrate it in a godly house. Nor do they forget the birds of the air. A sheaf of wheat is'iplacedl on a pole in front of each house to provide them with food. The horses, cows, cats and dogs are not forgotten, but are given an extra portion of the best for supper, because when the Christ. Child was born His cradle was in a Some member of the famiLy usu- ally sees to it that the cat receives a large supply of food While the sfeast is going- on, for it is well known that should the cat meow on Xmas Eve, and especially while the supper is in progress, very dreads. ful things, will happen to the family during the next year. . Norway By Coral Perkins They have a pretty legend that on every Xmas Eve the little Chvistâ€" lCihild wanders all over the world (bearing on His shoulders a bundle of evergreens. Through wind, rain‘ snow and cold He travels. to be we]- comed or rejected at the doors where He pleads for help. Those who would: invite Him and long for His coming set a lighted candle in the Window to guide Him on His way‘ They also believe that He comes to them in the guise of any almslcrav’ ing wandering person who knocks humbly at their doorsâ€"thus testing their goodness. These plates of green grain are placed on the table when the Great Sup-per is served. Fish, snails, thistle stalks, (blanch- ed. like celery and eaten with garlic sauces, seven ddtftferent kinds of sweets, including- cand‘ied fruit, candies and cakes, fruit and wine furnish the dishes for this Feast. These are the stated dishes and canâ€" not be changed. few this week. CHRISTMAS CUSTOMS IN MANY LAN‘Db Holland By Bertie Forster In Holland the evening of De- cemlber 5th is known as St. Niohols Eve. and this is a real pleasure time of the children. On this evenâ€" ing the very spirit of fun reigns supreme. In the midst of it a knock is heard and St. Nicholas enters, and the children are speechless with surprise and joy. St. Nicholas speaks kind words of greeting men- tioning each person present by name. He tells the children his opinion of their actions for the past year. He then wishes them all a Happy New Year, scatters a great shower of candies on a linen sheet spread out 'by the door. The child. ren tumble over each other in their effort to secure sugar-mums, and in the excitement St. Nicholas escapes. Then each child, removing a wooden shoe that has been previously wells scoured, lays it on the window si'll and fills it with oats and hay or carrots for the good Saint’s horse. In the morning the oats, ‘hay and carrots are all gone, and‘ the shoes are filled m'th gifts and candy. France By Margaret Mortslon [On December 4th, which is the feast of “St. Barbara”, the women- plant St. Baubara’s grain. They fill two or more plates with wheat, then set them afloat in: water and place them in Warm ashes of the fire- place, or on a sunny window to sprout. This is done in order to foretell the harvest of the coming year. 13. A Nativity scene, Bethlehem, Angels, Shepherds and Wisemen; diuet, “It came upon the imidxnight”, Bertie and‘ Mina; “Silent Night”, three part singing by angels, June, Slevia and Margaret; Chorus, Noel, part singing; carol, Away in- a. Man. ger, Primary class; Chorus, Joy to the World; 14. Carol singing by audience. 15. “Over the Radio”, a “Treasure Trail Time"; a "gold" dollar for every correctly aTISIWeI'ed question, and a “grand draw” for special prize at the end. Come and‘v see “Ray Purdy" and “Al Savage” at their best. A feature of our concert is that every number on our programme will be given in a large spotlight of colour, which ought to add to the beauty of each exercise. We wish to announce at this time that we have arranged to have the Star’s “Royal Tour” pictures on 7. Comic action song, “The Little Washerwomen". 8. Recitations, Primary Class. 9. Musical play, “Christmas Secâ€" Tets.” 10. Recitatilon, Harold Forster. ' 11. Duet by Coral and Sylvia. 12. A Fairy play, “The Unsuc- cessful Hunt.” The pupils of this school and their teacher, Mi$ Holden, wish the read- ers of this column the Merriest Christmas ever, and a New Year filled with Health, Happiness and Prospenity. A feature every numfl will he give] colour, whic beauty of e Friday evening; April 12. It seems a long time until then, so we’ll keep reminding you now and again. 6. A Christmas spirit play, “Squire Hawley‘s Christmas.” manger among the cattle. GERMANY By Sylvia Meads No German household is without its Christmas tree, and it is from the Germans that other countries have learned to use it. In some of the smaller villages, the presents made by the parents are sent to some one person, who, in high busâ€" kins, a white roibe, a mask, and an enormous flax wig, goes from house to house, bearing hampers and bags of gifts. This is Knecht Rupefiz. He is receiyed with great solemnity, inquires into the characters of the children, and then proceeds to de- liver toys bo the deserving, and a rod from a bunch which he carries, to the naughty. OUR CHIRI‘SFICMAS PROGRAMME Wednesday, Dec. 20, 7.45 p.m. 1. Opening, “A Welcome”, June Marie ‘Colllard‘; Ch-orus‘, “Our Latch String Hangs Outside”; Exercise, “VWhat Christmas Means”; Chorus, A Merry Christmas. 5. Solo, When I grow too old‘ tb dream, June Marie; guitar accom- paniment, Barry Collard. Trio, “The Naughty Elf”, Rita, Syirvia and Doreen. 2. “A [barrel of fun”, Sylvia, Rita and Doreen Mead-s. EX-WARDEN BURIED The funeral of the late Alexander “Sandy” MdMul'chy .held from his King Towns-hip home last Saturday, December 9th was one of the larg- esn: ever held} in the district. The late Mr. McMumh‘y, widely known for his long years spent in the municipal life of King Township and‘ the County of York died suddenly Thunsdlay, December 7th and! was in his 85th year. 4. Comic dialogue, Aunt Doleful’s Ailments. added to the treasury, and‘ to all assistants and supporters of the en- tertainment the Red Cross, expresses sincere thanks. A business meeting orf the Red (h'oss Society will be held on Fri- c’lay, December 15th at 3 p.m. in the Red' Cress Work Room. In ac- cordance with a bulletin issued from Headquarters, advising- that work rooms (be close& during the Christâ€" mas and New Year holiday season, the Richmond: Hill Red Cross Work Room will remain closed from Friâ€" d'ay, December 15th until Wednes. day, January 3rd. ANNOUNCEMENT ‘The St. John Ambulance ASSocia- tion will hold courses in First Aid and Home Nursing, to begin after the New Year, provided sufficient number of persons would care to enroll. Those interested please phone Richmond Hill 147, before December 3lst. The Richmond Hill Red Cross Society desires to extend) its appre- ciation to the memlbers of the Rich- mom! Hill Glee Club, and its direcâ€" tor, Mr. Richard Edimunds, for the very enjoyable musical concert pro- vide& last Thursday evening. The gratifying sum of $¢5.75 has been Red Cross Notes AOT II THE LIBERAL. RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO We regret that Mr. Godlfrey Wit- lis has been Laid up through illness .during the past week and we join [with his many friends ix}! wishing [him a speedy recovery. ‘The Burlington church is in: a growing community on the outskirts of Hamilton and gives an oppor. tunity for Wide service. The induc- tion service into the new charge is scheduled for Thursday evening, De- cember 14th, so that Mr. and Mrs. Roe and family will leave for Bur- lington on that date or shortly afâ€" ter. Their departure will be widely regretted: in the Woodlbridge area, as they have occupied a prominent place in community life. In addi- tion to his church work Mr, Roe found time to assume the position of Seoutmaster of the lst Wood- bridge troop and has done much valuable work with the boys of the on Tuesday and Mr. Roe signified his intention to accept the call at that time. Woodbrddge and Knox Church, Vaughan, is Mr. Roe’s first field of labour, as he came here in 1935 shortly after graduating fnom Primceton Theological Seminary. His ordination service was conducted in the fall of that year in the Wood- bridge church. The Rev. James S. Roe of Wood- bridge has accepted a call to Knox Presbyterian Church in Burlington, Ont. The call came up for consid- eration at the meeting of the Pres- bytery of Toronto held in Toronto on Tuesday and Mr. Roe signified Misos Lillian Petch, who for eleven yeiars has served as operator with the Be]: Telephone Company here has accepted a position with Grand & Toy in Toronto. U N ITED CHU RCH WMS. OFFICERS The officers for 1940 of the Af- ternoon Auxiliary of the United Church Women’s Missionary Society are as follows: Honorary Presidents, Mrs. Wm. Cook, Mrs. C. W. Follett; Past President, Mrs. G. Gee; Presiâ€" dent, Mrs. D. Hill; lsit Vice-Pres" Mrs. W. W. A. Trench; 2nd Vice- Pres, Mrs. W. T. Edlmunds; 3rd Vice-Pres., Mrs. W. A. Wright; Re- cording Secretary, Miss M. Harri- son; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. F. ‘Coulter; Press Secretary, Mrs. W. Scott; Treasurer, Mrs. J. F. Burr; Christian Fellowship Secre- tary, Mrs. J. F. Burr; Supply Sec- retary, Mrs. H. Thompson; Com- munity Friendship Sec., Mrs. A. E. Plerwman; Literature Se-c., Mrs. Flerguson; Associate Hthe‘l'S Sec.. Mrs. C‘uttance; Temperance and Christian Fellowship See, Mrs. C. W. Follett; Missionary Monthly Sec.,, Mrs. Ness; Pianist, Mrs. A. L. Phipps; Superintendent Mission Band, Miss F. Richardson: Ami“ ants, Mrs. S. Ransom, Miss Doroth“ Barrarclough. REV. J. S. ROE Af‘CEPTS CALL TO BURLINGTON Sympathy is extended: to Miss Gertrude Lever of. the local post office statflf in the death of her father, Mr. Thomas R. Lever afi Fles‘h-erton on Friday of last week. The funeral was held on Monday at Flesherton. Santa Claus will visit any home 'in the district by appoinrbment which may he made thl‘ough The Liberal Office. The late Mr. Duncan is resting at Wright and Taylor’s funeral home, Richmond! Hill, where service will be held on Friday, 15th in. stant, at 2.30. Interment Richmond Hill cemetery. DIED DUNlOAN, William Armstrong â€" Suddenly, at Niagara Falls, Ont.J ’We-dlnesday, December 13th, 1939, William Armstrong Duncan, beloved husband otf Daisy Shaw Duncan. POULTRY EUCHRE The next regular Euchre im the Lodge series will be held on Thurs» dlay evening, December 2151: when. poultry will be given for prizes. Lucky tickets on Christmas» poultry prizes will be drawn. The scores at this euchre will count in the grand prizes. Refreshments. Erv. eryfbody welcome. UNITED CHURCH EVENING AUXILIARY " The Evening Auxiliary of bhe Um'te<i Church will hOIdI their Christmas meeting at the home of Mrs. S. Ransom, Yonge Street, on Tuesday, December 19th at 8 p.m. A special Christmas message and‘ music will: be included in. the proâ€" gram. Mr. James C. Young is. on a bussiâ€" 3515: trip to Montreal this week. “Homewood Hall” ELOCUTION" and DRAMATIC ART Social and Personal (GYaduate of the Owen A. 8711in Studio) MARGUERITE BOYLE Thornhill wwywwwa yyyy d . mEmmnChAofl w o.Mnma $4M CA mmmew Prizes were prcSCnted to winners of the Farm Improvement Competiâ€" tion sponsored by the Richmond Hill Agricultural Society at a meetingr held in the Municipal Hall Wednes- day evening. Prizes were pl‘Oantâ€" ed by President Harry Charles- afâ€" ter Which Mr. P. E. Angle deliv- cred an interesting talk congratu- lating: the competitors on their efâ€" forts and the Agricultural Society on encouraging farm improvement in this district. Mr. John F. Clark of the Department of Agriculture then gave a highly interesting and very instructive illustrated lecture on rural beautification showing the improvement pOSISl‘bl‘E‘ in farm and? toxvn homes by the practice of planting trees, shrubs and flowers. He told of a province wide moveâ€" ment for the rbeaut‘ificartioni of rural Ontario. Those who received“ prizes in the farm competition were: F. S. Tyndall, Richmond Hill; J. E. Hadlâ€" wen. Maple; H. T. Jackson, Maple; Carl Jawmes, Markham Two, and G. W. Bowes of Vaughan. A presen- tation was made to Mr. P. E. Angle in appreciation of his work as judge of the competition. The annual Sunday School anni- ; versary and white gift service wil be held Sunday, December 17th in Newtonbrook United: Church Th! ‘armual entertainment will be hell] Tuesday evening, December 19th. 9§9€1€W§W VELLORE SCHOOL CONCERT will be held on WED., DECEMBER 20,. At 8 o‘clock TOWNSHIP HALL VELLORE One-Act Play ‘THE PAMPERED DARLING Admission 25c. and 15c. qunmun U ['1th ,.: ; r-rarummvmw' WWWW $3: GIFT SHOPPE {é The Sunday Schobl Christmas Tree will be held‘ on Thursday, Deâ€" cemiber let, the program to com. rmence at 8 o’clock sham). We extend congratulations to Mr. John Chafles Snfider of Downsview who last Sunday celebrated his 87th birthday. He received] the congra- tulations of memlbers of his family, other relatives and hosts of friends. NOTICE Will the orchestra members do their best to get out to orchestra practice Saturday night because we are putting on: a concert in: the near future. New members are always welcome. “The annual banquet of the King and) Vaughan Plo-wmen's AssociatiOn- was held in Nobletom Hall Tuesday evening. Following a very delight- ful supper and program the busiâ€" ness! meeting was held. Headrford School Section No. 3 are holding an Achievement Day and Christmas concert on Tuesday, De- ce‘mlber 19th, at 2 pm. Parents and friends are invited: to attend. A White Gift service will be held in) the church on Sunday, December 1‘7th at 10.46 a.m. An invitation 5! extended to all to come andi bring gicfts for the needy. SHOOTING MATCH A Shooting Match W'lll be held on Saturday, December 16th at 1 p.m. for geese on‘ the fam of H. D. Mo- Cag-ue, Lot 28, Con. 3, Markham. Shotguns and 22 Rifles. Shells sup. plied for Shotguns. PRIZES PRESENTED T0 FARM CONTEST WINNERS You’ll get a lot of laughs out of the mixâ€"ups'â€"~A grand comedy .drama. FRIDAY & SATURDAY. DEC. 15, 16 TWO FEATURES BONITA GRANVILLE, FRANKIE THOMAS in “ NANCY DREW AND THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE ” An amusing, clever, human interest story. Lot of snappy dialogue TODAY. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14 LLOYD NOLAN. PANICE LOGAN, J. CARROL “ UNDERCOVER DOCTOR ” An interesting gangster film with ample suspense am Also ROBERT YOUNG and ANNABELLA in “ BRIDAL SUITE ” PLOWMEN’S BANQUET An interesting dr ANN SOTHERN. LINDA DARNELL. JAMES ELLISON in “ HOTEL FOR WOMEN ” Just to inform you of our Pre-Christmas Sale, con- sisting of Barber-Ellis stationery, smart novelzties in compacts, gift powder puffs, costume jewelry, China, glass, silverware Come in and bring your Christmas list, your Shopping basket, your purse and your friends MRS. JERRY SMITH 30 YONGE ST. RICHMOi HEADFORD 87TH BIRTHDAY \VEDNESDAY & THURSDAY. DECEMBER 20, 21 \VALTER PIDGEON. VIRGINIA BRUCE in “ STRONGER THAN DESIRE ” SHOWS START AT 7.30 and 9.30 EACH NIGHT Abundance of action and excitement Also JOHN WAYNE. RAYMOND HA'ITON in “ WYOMING OUTLAW ” MONDAY & TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18. 19 Western melodrama, brimming with action ‘atic story An absorbing social dra u // WE'RE GOING,T00, BY MOTOR COACH For your trip South add the enjoyment of a carefree drive on the open highway...go one route, return by unother...ask your local agent to plan your trip...he has the answer to your travel problems. N EWTONBROOK G. A. DONNELLY, tel. 117 RICHMOND HILL PAGE FIVE and thrills. NAISH in