The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

FOLKS... 3 §Davies Dry Goods§ g‘ CANADIAN TIRE CORP. ASSOCIATE STORE JUST AN OLD FASHIONED XMAS At This Time :3? n.J. “Bob” CRAIGIE RICHMOND HILL ELECTRICAL SHOP RICHMOND HILL Phone 404 Well, last week I was sweeping (or something). Now I am shovelling with that big shovel I bought (you know). â€"â€" Well I think everybody feels better (or worse) now. We are going to have a white Christmas after all, and with one more shopping day left â€" drop in. the store and we feel sure we can help YONGE STREET you. In the meantime â€"â€" our best wishes. For your patronage and generous support may we express our appreciation and wish you the com- The draw for the six prizes will be announced in Not established custom, but a genuine warmth of feeling, prompts us to extend sincere wishes for a happy old-fashioned Christmas and the best that the New Year affords. We are happy to have an opportunity to express appreciation and thanks to our clients and friends, and wish to extend the Season’s Greetings and our very best wishes for the New Year. DAVIES DRY GOODS Yong‘e Street White 8 Young For Christmas and the New Year. May you all enjoy safe driving. GLAD TIDINGS 97 YONGE S'l‘.. RICHMOND HILL B. A. SERVICE STATION pliments of the festive season the next issue of the Liberal. J. C. GOURLEY RICHMOND HILL P. C. Hill. Prop Telephone 296W PHONE 119 ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH The December meeting of the Pres- byterian Women’s Association was held at the home of Mrs. K. Blan- chard, Centre Street, with a good at- tendance. The president, Mrs. K. iSvanefelt, was in the chair and than- ked the members for their co-opera- tion during the year. The year’s ac~ tivities were reviewed by the sec- retary, Mrs. K. Blanchard. The elec- tion of ofiicers followed, Mrs. G. Ball taking the chair for the nominations. The results were as follows: Honor- ary presidents, Mrs. S. W. Hirtle and Mrs. T. Moore; president, Mrs. H. H. MacKay; 1st vice-president, Mrs. M. Savage; 2nd vice-president, Mrs. K. Svanefelt; secretary, Mrs. ,K. Blan- chard; corresponding; and press sec- retary, Mrs. Mary Armstrong; treaS- urer, Mrs. F. Schissler; flower com- mittee, Mrs. G. Yerex 'and Mrs. J. Beresford; pianist, Mrs. G. Yerex and Mrs. G. Ball. At the conclusion of the meeting, the hostess served dainty Christmas refreshments. The January meeting; will be held at the home of Mrs. G. Ball. 1>0 a.m. â€" The Sabbat 11 am. ~ Christmas ial music. Everybody welcome Part, thrilied the audience with antics and songs. After a very happy vis- it from *Canta Claus. the W.A. served delicious refreshments, brihg‘ing to a close a most successful Christmas party. vice 11 a.m. â€" Family Service and Rec- tor’s Christmas Message. 7:3'0 p.m. â€" ‘Candelig‘ht Carol Ser- vice, Anthems and Solo by Master Don Saunders gold medglist, All are welcome. A very enjoyable Christmas con- cert was held last Wednesday even- ing in the Sunday School room of the Presbyterian Church. Each organ- ization in the church contributed to the programme which was of interest to all ages. The solos, recitations and" skits were very well received. The W.M.S. showed ‘mOSt interesting and instructive slides of the Land of the Ojibway. Mr. Ted Rust, the em- inent ventriloquist and his little pal. RICHMOND HILL UNITED CHURCH Rev. C. B. Brethe-n. B.A.. Minister Christmas Services Sunday, December 26%. 1948 10 21.111. â€" Sunday School. 11 am. â€" Christmas Service. Special POCKNELI The Woman’s Association of the Richmond Hill United Church held their annual election of officers at the December meeting held Tuesday, December 14, 1948. Following are the officers elected for 1949: Presi- dent, Mrs. James Pollard; vice-presi- dent, Mrs. E. H. Sanderson; 2nd vice-president, Mrs. Russell Lynett; secretary, Mrs. Russell Lynett; cor. 880., Mrs. J. R. Herring'ton; treasur- er, Mrs. Arthur Eden; g‘I‘Oup lead- ers, Mrs. J. R. Herrington. Mrs. R. K Young, Mrs. J. Dewshury and Mrs. Alan Bales leader of the Evening group of the WA. At the annual meeting of the Aur- ora Preceptory of the Royal- Black Knights of Ireland. Mr. L. W. 2119- felt was elected Worshipful Precep- tor and .Mr. H. Bom'no, Deputy- Precoptm' for' the coming year. 7 Mrs. C. C. Clarke who has Dee] visiting- her parents, Mr. and Mrs Thos. Moo-re, Yonge St., has return ed to her home in Evanston, Ill. eral Mr. Dougl tending Gre< Carolina, is holiday wit} Mus. Fl G. S Mrs. L.- Doner of Centre St. W. left last week for an extended visit with Mr. and Mrs. Dixon at Ban'le. mas :III‘ Catharines, Ontario, on Friday, Do- cember 17th, Susan Ann Payne, wiâ€" dow of Joseph Pocknell and den-1' mother of Leah (Mrs. Arthur Ver- non) of St. Catharines; George of St. Catharines; Benjamin of Chip- pawa: and William Selby of Rich- mond Hill Ont. in her 92nd. year. Christmas Music. p.m. â€" Christmas Service. Congre gational singing of Christmas Car 015. Special Christmas music in the choir. All are welcome. Sociai and Personal M1 RICHMOND' HILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. S. \V. Hirtle, Minister Sunday, December 26, 1918 Christmas .m. â€" The Sabbath School ,.m. â€" Christmas Service. Spec- year’s subscription to The makes a most acceptable C g‘ift. sper ougias Scotchmer who is at- Greenville University, South , is spending the Christmas with his parents, Mr. and G. Scotchmer, Roseview Ave, ‘Sloval‘ Hatteny DEATH Clarke m At her residence, St who has been Mr. and Mrs. TE ntly 31‘- ny (‘ARD 0F THANKS Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Robeson of Gananoque wish to thank all the people of Maple for all the get well cards and letters which were received while in .the Kingston General Hos- pital. Words cannot express the good they did. CARI) OE THANKS Mr. Wrm. Leece wishes to thank all his friends and neighbours who were so kind to him during his ill- ness and during his stay in the hos- pital, especially the United Church W. A. and the Bedford Park Floral for their remembrance of flowers. CARD 0F THANKS Mrs. Leonard Roberts and family wish to express their sincere thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours especially St. Mary’s Evening Guild, Markham Chapter O.E.S., Dr. J. R. Lang-staff, Dr. George Thompson of Richmond Hill, and Dr. C. R. McKay of Unionville, for their kind expres- sions of sympathy and acts of~kind- ness during the lingering/illness and bereavement of a dear husband and father. *1w‘26 BUR‘R â€" In loving memory of a dear wife and mother, Liilian Burr, who died December 26th, 1947. God’s finger touched her and she pas- sed away From earth’s shadows to a brighter â€" Ever remembered by and family. IN MEMORIAM BURR â€"â€" In loving ‘memdry of deal‘ Grandma, Mrs. Cline Burr, who passed away, December 26, 1947. Sweet memories will linger forever, Time cannot change them it’s true. Years that may come kannot sever Our loving; remembrance of you. â€"- Fondly remembered by Beverley and Sandra. "‘1w26 0N TOWNSHIP BASIS The Blue Cross Plan for Ho-s-_pita1 Care has chosen West Gwillimbury Township as the first municipality in Ontario in which to offer enrolment on a township basis. ' AT ST. MARY’S At St. Mary’s Catholic Church, there was a large turn out for the euchre and turkey draw Tuesday ev- ening, December let. The funeral of the late Leonard Ro- berts who .passed away in his 82nd year. on December 14, was held last Thursday afternoon to Unionville cemetery. The late Mr. Roberts- died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. Howard Atkinson, Richmond Hill. 111 for a considerable time the deceased is survide by his widow and a family of seven, Frank of Union- ville, Aileen (Mrs. Lunau) of Toronâ€" to, Ann (Mrs. Rowland) Markham, Flo (Mi-s. Atkinson) Richmond Hill, Faith. James and Ted in England. FIGURE SK A meeting of the group will be held December 29th, at 3 Municipal Hall. BLI'E ("ROSS PLAN Miss Shirley Andrews, the instrucâ€" tm', will be there to meet all girls in- terested in taking- instruction. EL'(‘HRE AND RAE‘FLE Sunday School Classes Beginners, Primary, Intermediate Junior, Senior and Adult A Christmas Surprise is planned for all with GOSPEL SERVICES heard over The Young Canada Bible Hour Don’t miss hearing these three girls sing); choice carols and hymns 7:00 P.M. Evangelistic Hour Speaker: Mr. Geo. Selkirk Subject: “The Poor Wise Man No Man Remembered” 8:15 P.M. SONG FELLOWSHIP also with carols and hy.mns_sung by the Tatham Sisters ATE LEONARD ROBERTS Tatham Held in the n Masonquall Richmond Hill Undenominational Evangelical OBITUARY Come All Ye Faithful IN MEMORIAM 3 :00 RM. day this Sunday the Sisters :\TING figure skating on Wednesday, ~30 pm. at the husband *1w26 But LIGHT â€" the LIFE of men! Whatever clouds may veil the sky, NEVER I‘S NIGIHT AGAIN! The soft light from a stable door Lies on the midnight lands. The Wise-men’s star burns evermore Over all desert sands. No flickering torch, no wavering fire A splendid entertainment was giv- en by the pupils of Edgeley school last Friday evening. Each pupil did his and her best and their parents. and I am sure, their teacher, Mrs. Hope, were exceedingly proud nf them. As a reward for their good behaviour, Santa Claus appeared on the scene. He encountered the usual difl’iculties on- the way, and ,as usual, Recent callers on Mrs. Mortson were Mr. and Mrs. Dunc Millan tmd Mr. and Mrs. Harold Mortsnn, Rich- mond Hill. Unto all peoples of the earth A little Child brought light, And never in the darkest place Can it be utter night. them. As a reward Ior their good behaviour. Santa Claus appeared on the scene. He encountered the usual difficulties on the way, and ,as usual, overcame them all and arrived in his usual good humour and immaculate attire. And, as usual. he was fren- erous. Santa is always “ as Usual." Each little boy and girl had the priv- ilege of shaking hands with hinr and, if some were a little fearful, when the gifts began to appear, the difl‘iâ€" (lent ones -were entirely won over. Santa Claus always wins them. Thank you, Mrs. Hope, for a splen- did evening‘. Mrs. Hope has only been with us for a few weeks and deserves a great deal of credit for what she accomplished. She insisted on sharing the credit with Miss Hal- hert, the teacher of last year, so to both we say “thank you in the pro- portion in which it is merited.” .Don’t forget, “Farm Forum” wor- kers that; the next meeting will he held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Orr on Monday evening, Jan- uary 3rd. The subject for discussion will be “A Cushion for Disaster.” This very intriguing, subject should entice a full attendance, Please av- ail yourself of this privilege. A very splendid school entertain- ment was given by the pupils of Em- ery School on Friday evening. In- teresting slides were also shown by Mr. Thompson, a teacher: This proâ€" gram was concluded by a visit from Santa, who brought with him heaps of gifts and happiness. ' Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Broadbelt and famin were Sunday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Stong- and in the evening, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gifl‘en and family. EDGELEY CHRISTMAS Though in these changing times many things may seem different from the way they used to be, one thing never will change â€" our traditional Canadian Christ- "108. With sincere appreciation of your patronage and good will, A Merry Christmas to All. Season’s Greetings To All. THE LIBERAI “BABE RUTH STORY" â€" Opens New Year's Day g 6 3 O )MOQOOQOWWOOOOOOOONOOOOOOQOOOOO OOOOMWM OO””OOOO”NOOWONNOQOW009090090me MONDAY TO FRIDAY Box Office Opens 6.45 Free Parking Yong‘e Street MONDAY. TUESDAY. WEDNESDAY. DEC. 27-28-29 RED SKELTON To Our Customers HENRY FONDA SWING PARADE â€" NEW YEAR’S EVE PLAN YOUR PARTY â€" TICKETS ON SALE NOW Plus THE THREE STOOGES with LEON ERROL “The Southern Yankee” Royal Theatre AURORA In our memory at this Christmas is the thought of the splendid association we have enjoyed with friends and customers over the past year. We wish to extend to all kind wishe Yuletide and a New Year of health THE IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFT The ODEON Theatre Book of Tickets Now on Sale THURSDAY. FRIDAY Box Office Opens 5.45 â€"â€" Show Starts 6 [mm MATINEE MONDAY. DEC. 27. 1:30 p.m. All Cartoon Show “The Long Night” â€" ADULT â€" Y FONDA BARBARA BEL (IEDIHCS‘ THURSDAY, FRIDAY â€" DEC. 30-31 Comic Strip Show Joe Palooka in “THEiKNOCKOUT” Jiggs and Maggie “IN SOCIETY” GLASS MEAT MARKET {iChmOl‘ld CHRISTMAS DAY ind wishes for a joyous of health and progress. I)E(‘EMBER 23- Box Office Opens 5.45 Sat. Matinee 1.30 SAT .Q HOLIDAYS Richmond Hill