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EXPRESS THANKS Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Smith express their sincere thanks and apprecia- tion for the assistance and kindness of all who assisted them at the time of the fire this week. The work of the Fire Brigade and the assistance of friends and neighbours was most helpiul and to everyone is extended grateful thanks. BAKER-LILLEY â€" On Saturday, February 17th, at Richmond Hill, Margaret Elizabeth Lilley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Lilley of Mark- ham Township, became the bride of William Jesse Edward Baker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse E. Baker, of Richmond Hill. The marriage was solemnized by the Rev. W. F. Wrixon at his home, 4 Markham Street. CARD OF THANKS Miss Ella Bums, Richmond Hill, desires to thank all the kind friends and neighbours for their many acts of kindness and expressions of sym- pathy during the illness and death of her aunt Miss Catharine Ryan. , // Y WE'RE GOING,TOO,‘ BY MOTOR COACH "‘ THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd, 1940. II For your trip South add the enjoyment of a carefree drive on the open highway...go one route, return by another...aslr your local agent to plan your trip...l1e has the answer to your travel problems. G. A. DONNELLY. tel. 177 (Graduate of the Owen A. Smin Studio) ELOCUTION a-nd DRAMATIC ART "Homewood Hall” Thornhill FOLKS, MY LOSS, YOUR GAIN SHIRTS White and Coloured Patterns Regular $1.00 for 89¢. Regular $1.65 for $1.39 R. J. CRAIGIE MARGUERITE BOYLE Boys Windbreakers, reg. $3.25 for $2.49 Regular $1.00 for 69c. Regular $1.00 for 69c. Yonge and Richmond Streets Boys’ Shirts, regular 75c. for 590. MARRIAGE MEN’S AND BOYS’ FURNISHINGS BOOTS AND SHOES Regular $2.00 for $1.69 for 69¢. Regular $1.50 for $1.39 Regular $1.95 for $1.69 NECKTIES SCARVES The Auxiliary of the W.M.S. met at the home of Mrs. W. T. Wells last Tuesday afternoon with a good attendance. Mrs. A. W. Galbraith presided and led in the devotional service. Mrs. Jas. Murray brought a. message on Christian Stewardship and the third chapter of the study book. Miss R. Duff, provincial field secretary of the W.C.T.U. then gave a very splendid address on “The ef- fects of alcohol on our bodies” from a scientific standpoint, which was very informative. Mrs. Halbert gave the closing prayer. The Girls’ Mission Circle met at the Parsonage for their February meeting on Tuesday evening with Mrs. Clarence Pinder presiding. Miss Dorothy Hurd, Temperance Secre- tary, conducted the devotion period and Miss Doris VanLuven offered prayer. A very interesting story was told by Miss Mary Campbell of a little Indian girl who was a bride, mother and widow at the age of thirteen years, and the happiness that Christianity had brought to her sordid life. Miss R. Duff also ad- dressed the girls of Temperance. giving an object lesson which was appreciated by all. After the meet- ‘ing a lunch was served by the host- ess. The supply secretary gave out to the members articles to make up for the babies’ layette for the mis- sionary bale. Mrs. (Rev.) L. E. Atkinson and Miss Bannerman of Stouffville were guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Galâ€" braith last Tuesday. Rev. A. H. Hralbert preached versary service at Woodbridge ed Church last Sunday. Rev. Barrett occupied the pulpit at tonbrook United Church. Mr. Reg. Hewitt, Christian Culture convenor, was in charge of the Y. P.U. meeting last Monday evening and a very splendid program was presented. His uncle, Mr. David of Toronto, who is a commercial photo- grapher, demonstrated his work with moving piétures and slides and also showed pictures of the Royal Visit. There was an attendance of forty at the meeting. Lenten prayer services will be held every Wednesday evening at the United Church. The various organâ€" izations are asked to co-operate in all theSe services. ' A number from here attended the Toll Brothers’ lecture at Richmond Hill last Monday evening. The annual Good Friday morning service will be held in Newtonbrook United Church with Rev. Dr. C. H. Dickinson, B.A., ED. as special speaker. Special music by the Wil- lowdale United Church choir. The AMission Band met last Sat- urday afternoon with Rita Hurd 1n the chair. Elise Wells conducted the devotional and a boys’ trio sang: Jean Shaw gaVe a story of the lifr of good old Saint Valentine. Mar- garet Adair gave a recitation. Mrs Pearson presented the study book chapter in a very interesting way. A St. Valentine party followed and' lovely refreshments were serv- ed. The dining table was prettin decorated with spring flowers and red candles which was arranged by three of the Mission Band members. After luncheon games were played and a treasure hunt for hearts were held followed by another game, musical hearts. There were forty- one in attendance. NEWTONBROOK Regular 506. for 39c. Richmond Hill anni- Unit- New- Mr. Paul E. Angle left Tuesday afternoon on a business trip to Richâ€" mond, Indiana. Mr. and Mrs. Donald White of North Vancouver are spending a few days with their aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur C. White, Mill Street. The final old ,time skating party of the year will be held at the rink Monday night. Norman Chatterley, E. Harding, Jesse Dewsbury and J. C. Young are representing Richmond Hill playing in the Ontario bonspiel in Toronto this week. Rev. C. W. and Miss Follett at- tended the funeral service of the well known United Church divine, Rev. Dr. Ernest Thomas, which took place from St. James-Bond United Church, Toronto, on Tuesday afternoon. Another successful Euchre was held in the basement of St. Mary’s RC. Church on Tuesday, February 20th with the following prize win- ners: Ladies, Mrs. C. Ryan, Mrs. N. Cook, Miss F. Sheardown; gentleâ€" Cook, Miss F. Sheardown; gentleâ€" men, Mr. J. A. Greene, Father O’- Brien, Mr. W. Cosgrove. The door prize was won by Mrs. T. W. Alli- son. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. David Hill who was bereaved this week in the passing of her brother Andrew Foster, a lifelong resident and well known and successful far- mer of Collingwood Township. Own- er of the well known Waverly Farms, the late Mr. Foster was not- able as a breeder of high class horses. The annual- board meeting of the Library Board was held last Thursday afternoon. The financial report wa< very good. The expenditure for books was $212.42. for periodicals $35.00. 150 books were purchased. The Library now has a new filing cabinet. which books were purchased. The Library now has a new filing cabinet. which was bought this year. During the year 750 books were discarded: the circu- lation was decreased by 250 this year, with 7,697 books being taken out. There is 1,000 names of borrowers on the new membership list. with an increase of 150 this year. The travelling library department has been a great help, hav- ing loaned about 150 books to the local library. During the summer holidays the Library was cleaned and. brighten- ed up with a coat of paint. By virtue of office Mrs. Thomas Trench was ap- pointed chairman for 1940, with the fol- lowing members on the Board: MrS. L. A. Hill. chairman of the Book Buy- ing Committee; Dr. Lillian Langstaff. Mr. James Stewart, Dr. Heard. Mr. G. Yerex, Dr. Young. in the High School auditorium. The committee in charge is: Mrs. Walker Hall, convenor; Mrs. P. G. Hill, president; Mrs. James Langstaff, Mrs. J. C. Young, Mrs. A. J. Mc- Latchy, Mrs. D. M. Chamney, Mrs. J. F. Heard and Mrs. J. E. Smith. During recent months there have been many suggestions that there should be organized here a literary and dramatic section of the Glee Club which has functioned with such outstanding success. Such an organ- ization undoubtedly would be very helpful in the community and all interested in promotion of such. an organization are invited to get in touch with the director Mr. R. E. Edmunds, 21 Centre St. West, phone Richmond Hill 264. An interesting and popular social event of next week will be the Red Cross Leap Year dance to be held RETURN RAIL BARGAIN FARES February 23â€"24â€"25 â€" To Ottawa and Montreal. Particulars from agents. Fire destroyed the residence of Charles Foster, Mulmur township auctioneer and road supervisor, on February 4th. A record crowd thronged to the United Church on Monday evening to enjoy the very famous T011 Bro- thers’ Travelogue entitled “Hiking through South America”, sponsored by the Young People. The lecture was given by the younger brother, LeRoy, who is a graduate of the University of~ Toronto. The picture showed that South America is a con- tinent of contrasts; on the one hand, modern cities like BurEnos Aires, Santiago and Lima; on the other hand, vast expanses of desert, mounâ€" tain and jungle, great rivers and itive Indian civilizations. EV- primitive Indian civilizations. Ev- eryone was thrilled with the movie and silent pictures in color pictures considered by experts to be a tri- umph for amateur photography. Social and Personal THE LIBERAL. RICHMOND HFLL, ONTARIO C.N.R. Ticket Your patronage will be appreciat- ed on Friday evening, March lst, at the Red Cross Leap Year Dance at the High School auditorium. The sum of $20.00 has been added to the Richmond Hill Red Cross So- ciety treasury through the efforts and generosity of Mr. Clarence L. Mylks and Mr. Percy C. Hill. This amount represents the gross proceeds from 80 tickets, sold as a draw un- der Red Cross permit 0., the lucky winner to receive two subscriber’s tickets, donated by Mr. Mylks and Mr. Hill, to the Boston-Maple Leaf game of Saturday, February 24th. We wish to congratulate Mr. D_ick Mills, the holder of the lucky tickets drawn last Friday evening at the Curling Club, and to thank Mr. Mylks and Mr. Hill for their endeavours on our behalf. The lucky tickets for the perman- ent wave donated by the Hillcrest Beauty Parlour will be drawn durâ€" ing the intermission on the evening of the Red Cross Dance March lst. IN MEMORIAM BOYNTONâ€"In loving memory of a dear Mother and Grandma, Mrs. Grace Boynton, who passed peace- fully away on February 26th, 1939. When the Lord said, “You have fin- ished, Come up higher, mother dear, You have won a crown in Heaven By your love and kindness here." We remember well our sorrow, ‘ As we stood beside your bed, Our deep and heartfelt anguish, When we saw that you were dead. We miss your kind» and willing- hand, Your fond and earnest care; Our home is dark without you, moth- er, We miss you everywhere. â€"â€"Sadly missed by the family and grandchildren. IN MEMORIAM BURNSâ€"In loving memory of a dear father, Thomas Henry Burns, who passed away Feb. 24th, 1934. We little thought when leaving home, He would no more return; That, he in death so soon would sleep, And leave us here to mourn. We do not know the pain he bore, We did not see him die; We only know he passed away And never said good-bye. â€"Ever remembered by his dau'gh- ter Lillian and family. If it is the little things well done that go to make up a success- ful and truly good life. Red Cross Notes North Yonge St. in lots of 5 gallons or over SINGLE GALLONS 90 Cents This oil is one of the best products money can buy. It is refined by Tide Water Oil Company, makers of the famour Veedol Oil. We can supply it in any grade. Act now, as there is only a limited quantity at this prlce. Hall’s Service Station Save Money by Buying Your Summer Supply of This enables me to offer a sensational saving to peo- ple 01' this district. While it lasts we offer this high Taking advantage of market conditions I was suc- cessful in purchasing a very large quantity of â€"â€"Theod*ore Roosevelt. grade oil at ' WCON MOTOR OIL 800. per gallon. IN MEMORIAM FUREYâ€"In loving memory of the late Mrs. Wm. Furey who died Feb. 20th, 1939. In our home she is fondly remem- bered, Sweet memories cling to her name; Those who loved her in life sincerely Still love her in death just the IN MEMORIAM JONESâ€"In loving memory of our dear father, Peter Jones, who passed away February 27th, 1939. The evening star shines on the grave Of one we loved but could‘ not, save; God took him home it was His will, Forget him, no, we never will. same. â€"Ever remembered by Mrs. W. Woodcock. 'â€"Ever remembered by his daugh- ters and son, May, Violet. Sadie and Forrest. Jonesâ€"In loving memory of our dear father. Peter Jones. who passed away February 27th, 1939. Loving and kind in all his ways. Upright and just to the end of his days, Sincere and kind in heart and mind. What a beautiful memory he left heâ€" hind. Ever remembered by sons and daughters-Herb. Joe. Lizzie, Ema. Pearl, Saidie and Rena. before the price increase ERNIE HALL, Prop. Western melodrama â€" Floods, songs, politics and flying fisfs rapid iogdefr. _____ CLARK GABLE, JEANETTE MACDONALD, SPENCER TRACY in “ SAN FRANCISCO ” Al‘so’FRED STONE - DENNIS MORGAN - GLORIA DICKSON “ N0 PLACE TO GO ” FRIDAY J SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 - 24 TWO FEATURES A pleasing drama of an 61d soldier and an orphan boy finddng happi- n-es‘s together. It is a screamingly funny comedy-farce. Greta Garbo has let her hair down, and reveals a master comedienne. It is certainly one of the best performances of her career. You’d better see it for yourself. It’s a roaring Russian riot. The whole cast is top notch. An entertaining, clever and at/ times thought-provoking comedy. We are glad) to be able to again present this grand picture. IN MEMORJAM \VEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 - 29 SHOWS START AT 7.30 and 9.30 EACH NIGHT MONDAY & TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 LEW AYRES - LANA TURNER in “ THESE GLAMOUR GIRLS ” GRETA GARBO - MELVYN DOUGLAS in “ WINO’I‘CHKA ” GENE AUTRY - SMILEY BURNETTE in “ ROVlN TUMBLEWEEDS ” TODAY, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Mr. and Opposite Orange Home WHITEâ€"In loving memory of our dear daughter, Margaret, who 1133* ed away one year ago, February 21. 1939. Beside your grave we often stand, With hearts both crushed and sore, But in the gloom the sweet word! come, “Not lost but gone before.” God» alone known how much we min you: He counts the tears we shed, And whispers “She’s only sleeping, Your loved one is not dead.” So we will be brave, dear Margareg And pray to God each day, And when He calls us home to 370. Your smile will guide the way. â€"Sadly missed: by Mamma, Daddy, Brothers Ernest, Billy and Howie. WHITEâ€" Gone from the earth so swiftly, Just like a flower in bloom, So young, so fair, so loving, Yet called away so soon. We shall meet her some brig“ morning, Resting by waters fair. She is waiting for our coming In upper garden there. Safe in the arms of Jesus. â€"-Lovingly remembered by Ann!“ Mae and Grandpapa Giles. PAGE FIVE IN MEMORIAM 26 - 27 in in