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The Liberal, 12 Feb 1953, p. 9

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She raises the rabbits, plucks them, then spins, dyes and knits the wool into garments. Mrs. Black- burn is also showing her rabbits at the Hobby Show, she also shows them at the Canadian National Ex- hibition and the Royal Winter Fair, where in 1952 she won the award for the champion rabbit of all shown there. At the Hobby Craft Show is also an exhibit of rabbit pelts, tanned and made into capes and ‘stoles. According to Mrs. Blackburn, the Hobby Show is proving a great success. Shower Eight members of the Langstaff Junior W.I. were guests at the regular monthly meeting of the Mark-Vaughan W.I. held at the home of Mrs. N. Hicks Yonge St.. on Thursday February 5. Mem- bers voted donations to the Penny Round up for Mental Patients, the March of Dimes and the British and Holland Flood Relief. The branch also joined the Canadian Association of :Consumers. Mrs. R. Hamblyn reported a profit of $19 from the Euchre. held in her home January 30, the social hour was conducted by the Junior W.I. under the direction of the presig dent, Miss Shirley Thompson, andl consisted of a poem "The Insti- tute," read by Miss Jaoklyn Cooke, a dialogue by Miss Peggy Reid and Mrs. Betty Pattison en- titled “Saying Goodby". which proved to be very humorous, and a quiz conducted by Mrs. Gladys Smith, first prize for this was won by Mrs. Thirgood and consolation by Miss Weldon. A very interest ing letter was read from Mrs. C. Winnill of the Ellesmere W.I. at Ellesmere. Shropshire, England. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Hicks, Mrs. Holt and Mrs. Duncan. Billy Roy, Bruce Palmer, Ken- neth Ridout, Danny Kent, Billy and Roy Robinson, celebrated with Harry Morrison on his eighth birthday on Saturday of last week at his home on Briggs Ave. Junior WJ. Guests for evening dinner Sun- day of last week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Kirby, Concord, were Mr. and Mrs. Bob Suter of Langstaff. Visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Patterson over the week- end were the Misses Florence, Kay and Flora Badour of Toronto. Glad to report Yvonne Edwards 6 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, Falrvlew Ave. is doing nicely at her home after a recent tonsilectomy at Newmarket Hospital. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Primrose, Pearson Ave.. on the birth of a son, and to Mr. and Mrs. Lunau, Roosevelt Drive on the birth of a daughter. Visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. Morris, Yonge St., over the weekend were Mr. and Mrs. K. Cohoon, of Toronto, Cheryl-Ann four, and Ronny, two. A very enjoyable evening was spent by members and friends of Thornhill Lodge LOL 91 at a Euehre on February 5 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. Curtis. Morgan Ave. Prize winners were, Mrs. B. Curtis, Mr. J. Honor. Mrs. K. Clubine and Earl Richards. Personals Euchre LANGSTAFF NEWS CORRESPONDENT: MRS. A. T. MATHEWS Phone AVenue 5-1455 All persons having claims a- gainst the Estate of JAMES ED- WIN WIGMORE, late of the Vill- age of Richmond Hill, in the Coun- ty of York, who died on the 16th day of August 1952, are required to file their claims with the under- signed Executor, on or before the 3rd day of March 1953, after which date the Estate will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which the executor shall then have received notice. William Selby Poclmell, Executor, c/o Parkinson, Gardiner. Willis & Roberts, Room 1003, Northern Ontario Bldg. ‘ 330 Bay Street, Toronto, Ont. For the price of a few stamps â€" to say nothing of the work you save â€" you can advertise a forth- coming function in, the “Coming Events" column of The Liberal. Telephone TUrner 4-1261. On Friday evening, February 20, there will be a social evening of crokinole and other games under the sponsorship of Headford choir, to raise funds for new music. The party will be in the church base- ment. Plans were made during the business session to send a bale of clothing to Korea and a cash don- ation was voted to be sent for Floor Relief. Headford W.A. met Tuesday ev- ening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Wellman. The speaker of the evening was Mr. Smith of Langstaff. who spoke very interest- ingly on “Why a missionary?” The worship service was in charge of Mrs. Wm. Wellman. Take note that the World Day of Prayer service for this district will be held in Headford Church on Friday, February 20, at 2.30 pm; Mr. and Mrs. George Barker and family attended the International Hobby Show in Toronto last Sat- urday. They report the show as being interesting, but found the crowds very great. Next year, it is understood, there will be more space available» T0 CREDITORS AND OTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Herb Smith visited the United Church pageant Tuesâ€" day, evening. A group of Headford young folk visited Mr. and Mrs. McCuiag (Doreen Cook) at their home at Gamebridge near Beaverton over the week-end. Mr .and Mrs. Harold Acreman and Mr. and Mrs. Murray Acreman visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. Frampton in Long Branch last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Don Cook of Wil- son Heights were supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Leuschner on Thursday of last week. Personals Mrs. Joyce Curtis was the re- cipient of 48 beautiful gifts at a pink and blue shower held in her honour recently at the home of Mrs. John Morris Garden Ave. The guests included relatives and friends from Langstaff, Weston, Toronto and Newmarket. Three year old Jimmy Stringer, Fairview Ave., who was in Sick Children‘s Hospital suffering from concussion as the result of an acci- dent, came home Thursday Feb. 5, feeling much better. Jimmy will return to the hospital Feb. 27 for a check-up. Guests at a surprise party for Bill Gndy, Langstaff Rd. West on Saturday February 7, were Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Blackburn, Mr. and Mrs. Wes Blackburn, Mr. and Mrs. Alf Hebbs, Mr. and Mrs. H. Suter, Vera and Gordon Watts, Bill’s mother Mrs. Grady, sister Marion Grady. Mrs. Worsdale and Van. .. ".J Guests celebrating with Diana Wilson at her home 7 East on her eighth birthday on February 8 were, Nancy and Paula Knowles, Donna Heathcote, Gail Humming, Joan Robertson, sister Linda and brother Guy. Surprise Party The sympathy of the community is extended to Mrs. A-ndy Curr of Fairview Ave. on the death of her mother, Mrs. Rose Ann Walton of Toronto, Mrs. Curr is grateful to her many friends and neighbours for their expressions of sympathy. Plans for the amateur contest sponsored by the Langstaff Junior W.I., to be held in the Charles Howitt school on the evening of February 27 are nearing comple- tion. An evening of good enter- tainment is assured. Pupils of Langstaff and Charles Howitt schols will take part. Watch the coming events column for further details. were Mrs. Russel, Mrs. Madelino, Phyllis Russel, Mrs. Elliot, Mrs. Martin. Mrs. Betty Pattison. Mrs. Eileen Stivers, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Kay Morris. Mrs. Joan Suter, Mrs. Joyce Curtis, Kay McKinley. Jacklyn Cooke. Shirley Thompson. Joan Boyes, Fern Boyes, Peggy Reid. Hazel Stringer and Mrs. Gladys Smith. Amateur Contest TELEVISION Radio - Washer Repairs No Mileage Charge TU. 4-1061 VICTOR DRAPER AGENCIES Oak Ridges HEADFORD NEWS NOTICE CORRESPONDENT Mrs. H. Acreman R. R. 2 Gormley, Ont. Phone TUrner 4-2236 The Elia- Women's Association met at the home of Mrs. Cyril Leach. the parsonage, Downsview, on Tuesday afternoon, February 3, with the president. Mrs. Law, in charge. Mrs. Jack Chapman read the lesson and Mrs. Russel Pearson» had the topic “Prayer”. This week we send along happy birthday wishes to Miss Catherine Diceman and Allan Poole, Feb. 9. Percy Ash, Feb. 13 and Larry Downey, February 14. E113 W. A. Meeting Miss Jean Witty from Manitou- lin Island spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Witty and is staying in Toronto this week. The babies are really in the news these past weeks. Mrs. Hig- ginson returned home from hos- pital with her new son last Thurs- day. The baby was born on Janu- ary 28 and he is their third son. Robert and Jimmy are their other two boys. On Friday night, February 6. in Maplewood Church of Christ, Tor- onto, several Concord children re: ceived prize awards for regular Sunday School attendance during ’the past year. Joe Kippax, Fred Bell and Roy Witty provided the transportation which enabled the children to attend Sunday School each Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock in Maplewood Church of Christ, Toronto. Patsy Bison, June Spea- ring, Barry Bison, Joan Harding, Betty. Caroline and Marie Salmon and Jimmy Garry and Gail Bell, all received awards. The record show- ed that some had attended 100% of the time. Sixty-six per cent was the lowest attendance figure. Personals Mrs. Milne brought a baby bon- net over 140 years old, which was worn by her children; Mrs. Coch- oran showed a paid of children's stockings knit 100 years ago, also worn by her children and still in goqd condition; Mrs. Russell- Brown displayed I very artistic The members brought to the meeting many articles with a his- torical background, which made a very interesting display. The blacksmith who, it is sad to say, is disappearing, was always given a free acre of land by the farmers to establish his shop and‘ was considered as essential as farming. She also read from some books, kept by operators of early feed mills and showed how bills were seldom paid in cash. The guest speaker was Miss Blodwin Davies of Cedar Grove, who spoke on Folk Lore. She stressed the fact that the people of Ontario should be more cons- cious of folk lore as we are far behind Quebec. The work of the hands of early pioneers was artisâ€" tic as well as practical. Two blankets donated by the Women’s Institute and several pairs of children's socks knit by Mrs. J. Cochoran will be taken to Tamblyn’s, Toronto, to be sent overseas for the flood victims. A large number of members and several guests attended the Feb- ruary meeting of the Unionville Women’s Institute, held at the home of Mrs. Harry Boadway last Thursday afternoon. The *presi- dent, Mrs. Russell Brown opened the meeting. After the minutes of the previous meeting were read, business items were discussed. It was in the month of February that Women‘s Institutes were foun- ded and also our own branch. A thank you letter from Eversley, England Institute was read. We were also reminded that the As-_ sociated Countrywomen of the World will meet in Toronto in August. One thousand delegates” from all over the world are expectz ed to attend. . l The regular monthly meeting of the Central United Church W. A.. Unionville, was held in the school room of the Church on Thursday afternoon at 2.30 p.m., January 29. with a large number of members present. Rev. W. S. Butt took for his topic "Kingdom of God." from the “Sermon on the Mount”. After his inspiring talk, he conducted 'the installation of the new officers. The regular business was conduct- ed by the new president, Mrs. G. Ogden. and the new secretary, Mrs. Purves. Mrs. A. E. Milner thanked the ladies for their help and coâ€"operation during the last ten years she was president and the gift they presented her with at a party given by Mrs. Pollard at her home in honour of Mrs. S. Weath- erill who has left Unionville to live in Montreal. Mrs. Weatherill was presented with a lovely gift‘ also. Mrs. E; Caseley gave a hu- morous reading entitled "Grand- ma and the Sea Gull.” Hostesses were Mrs. A. Dyke and Mrs. Ben. Gayman, who served a dainty lunch at the close of the meeting. Women’s Institute The World Day of Prayer will be held at St. Philip's Church, Un- ignvjlle on February 20. We understand the Arnold ap- artments have been rented to two doctors who expect to start a prac- tice here in the near future. Wprld’s Day of Prayer Mr. and Mrs. William Bradley left this week- for a visit to Flor- ida. There were 112 present at Cen- tral United Sunday School last Sunday. Mr. Ingram who is now teaching one of the boys classes, was welcomed. At the church ser- vice the sermon given by Rev. Butt to the children was "Lessons from the Snow” and his .other sermon was “God's Covenant in the Rain- bow." This was the Sunday for the Junior Choir. Their anthem was enjoyed by all. Florida Visitors . We are pleased to see Dr. A. C. Kennedy home following an op- eration in Peterborough Hospital recently. Central United Chicken-pox is still in the dis- trict. Misses Susan Macklem and Heather Dutfield are suffering from the disease this week. CORRESPONDENT: Mrs. Raymond Stuart, B. R. l, maple CORRESPONDENT: MRS. LEN. RAINEY, UNIONVILLE Phone Unionville 1121 CONCORD NEWS UNIONVILLE NEWS Telephone Maple 11033 The Women of the Church are holding a quilting bee at the home of Mrs. Roy Kefier on Tuesday, February 17. World Day of Prayer service this year will be held in the Lutheran Church, Sherwood, on Friday. Feb- ruary 20, at 2.30 pm. Mrs. Henry March of Toronto will be the guest speaker, On Thursday evening, February 19, Lenten service will be held in Zig-I} IfqttleranChurch at 8 pm. "The regular meeting of the Lu- ther League took place in ion Lu- theran Church on Sunday evening with the president, Neil Stiver of Unionville in charge. Miss Mar- garet Guest read th escripture and conducted the worship period. John Ash tested everyone’s knowledge of the Bible with a Bible quiz. On Monday evening. February 16, the League is planning to jour- ney to Hamilton to attend a Tal- ent Night programme. Special Services All are looking forward to being the guests of the Edgeley Fellow- ship roup, at a Valentine party in Edgeley Community Hall on Sat- urday evening, February 14. The hostess served lunch and a social half hour was enjoyed by all. Lnuther League Meeting A number of aprons were re- ceived for the bazaar. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Statham and the ladies are asked to bring a miscellaneous ar- ticle for the bazaar. She gave an inspiring talk, speak- ing of Abraham, Isaac, David and Jesus, telling about the, result of prayer in their lives. It is 40 years ago since Mr. and Mrs. Holdsworth came to Canada from Yorkshire, England. Their daughter, Winnifred, Mrs. Francis Payne and their 5011 Ernest Holds- worth, both live in Toronto, and their son Herbert Holdsworth and family ,live next door in Union- ville. They have four grandchild- ren and three great-grandchild- ren. They are both very active. Mr .Holdsworth is an active mem- ber of the Unionville Veterans’ Asgaciation. Their many friends of Unionviue and district extend their congratulations. Mrs. Payne, 208 Simpson Ave, Toronto, held a family dinner on Saturday, January 31. for her par- ents, Mr .and Mrs. Arthur Holds- worth, Unionville, who celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary at their home in Unionville last week. Mrs. M. Blackburn of Wexford and Mrs. Blackburn of Langstafi spent Monday with Mrs. Clark Young. Celebrate 55th Anniversary Miss Florence Kiely of Toronto and Mrs. W..Bailey of Langstaff were guests of Mrs. L. Rainey on Wednesday. ‘ Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Walker of Highland Park were visitors at the Unionvillc Hotel on Tuesday ev- ening. Last Tuesday night on the slippery roads a truck, driven by Douglas Denver, 25, of Toronto. was hit by a slow moving freight train at the Milliken crossing. The driver es- caped injury but the back wheels and box of the dump truck were knocked off. Mr. and Mrs. H. Middleton vis- ited on Tuesday at the home of :heir son and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Middleton, Brougham. Mrs. W. Sellar's has been on the sick list this week. : A. Jarvis has been ill in Sunny- brook Hospital. We are pleased to seg_him home again. The sympathy of Unionville and district is extended to Mrs. Rob- ert Stiver of Unionville and Mil- ford McDowell of Aurora on the death of their mother, Mrs. Bur- ridge. For many years, Mrs. Bur- ridge lived on the 3rd of Mark- ham. Following the death of her husband she stayed with her dau- ghter,‘ Mrs. Stiver, and for some time before her death she had been confined to bed at the home of her son. Milford at Aurora. The fun~ eral was held from the Thompson funeral parlors on Saturday to the Thornhill Cemetery. Mr. Milford Mcbowell of Aur- ora is ill. Mr. and Mrs. McDowell were former residents of Union- ville. Earl Sellars attended the direc- tors’ meeting of the Ontario Red Poll Breeders’ Association held at the Royal York Hotel last Wed- nesday. ‘ . The Trustees of Central United Chip-ch met at the home of Har- vey Coathup on Tuesday evening, when many items of business were discussed. Mrs. W. S. Butt and Mrs. Rob- ert Thompson were the delegates from the W.M.S. to the Toronto East Presbyterial which was held in Hope United Church, corner of Danforth and Main Streets, Tor- onto on February 3. Sympathy Extended Milton and Bruce Findlay and Miss Velma Findlay visited with Velma's brother and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Findlay of New Tor- onto on Sunday. Mrs. L. Boadway had the mis- fox:t_l_1.r§e to fa_Il and hurt her knee. Mrs. Ruth Boadway read a paper advising us to use our good things instead of saving them to be div- ided among those who would not appreciate them. These historical research meet- ings are considered the highlights of the year's program. This meet- ing was arranged by Mrs. Russell- Brown who is the Historical Re- search convenor and who is com- piling the Tweedsmuir History for the Unionville Institute. sampler made in 1788; Mrs. Brook- field had a shawl 145 years old and Mrs. Frisby a valentine of 100 years ago; Mrs. Mllner showed a pitcher which has been in her fam- ily for five generations. A cup and saucer from Queen Victoria’s childhood dishes was exhibited by a visitor: Mrs. Ruth Boa'dway add- ed to the display a silver spoon brought from England in 1834 and shinin gllke new. FANCY QUALITY TOMATO JUICE BUTTER AUNT JEMIMA PANCAKE FLOUR 31:.” C. Moddle and prays for his speedy recovery. Mr. Roland Moddle con- ducted the service in the absence of his father. It was a lovely ser- vice full of inspiration for the con- gregation. Appreciation is also ex- tended to the choir with Miss Cun- ningham and Mrs. M. E. McClure taking special parts in the anthem and Mrs. Hudson as soloist for the evening. Schoolhouse FRESH FROZEN VISERATED 12 to 15 lbs. Temperanceville deeply regrets the illne_ss of our minister, Rev. E. February 3 the following persons attending the fortnightly euchre were prize winners â€"â€" Ladies, Mrs. Robert Ball. Miss Shirley Hare. Mrs. Everett Phillips. Gents â€"- Wilbert Jennings and Howard Clark, Robert Ash. Appreciation is extended to Roy Folliott for donating all the prizes. Church FRESH PORK LIVER FRESH PORK RIBLETS 2 lbs. 19 The postponed February meet- ing of the Temperanceville W. I. will be held at the home of Mrs. Fred Hare on February 25. The program convenor of Canadian In- dustries is Mrs. Charles Henshaw. The roll call. an amusing event which occurred in your home in the past. There will be a demon- stration by Mrs. Fred Hare on ic- ing a birthday cake. On Friday February 27. at 8 pm. the com- munity will have the opportunity of seeing another film showing at the schoolhouse. These are inter- esting and educational and cer- tainly worth an effort to attend. Euchre Fresh BeefLiver In. W. 1. Members of Temperanceville W. I. are invited to attend a Spring Fashion Show at Kettleby United Church Hall on Wednesday, Feb- ruary 18, at 8 pm. held under the auspices of Kettleby Women's In- stitute. We would appreciate car drivers to supply transportation for any neighbors and friends who wish to attend this interesting ev- _â€".L ent‘ Rib Roast :5; m. 69 Short Rib Roast In. THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Thurs, Februafi"‘i2,'1_95s 5 BLADE RflAST m. 53 just ordinary Beef. BEEF! BEEF! BEEF! Rolled Pot R’st m. 35 Remember when you buy your Roast at Arnold Farms you a‘Ie not buying Just Beef but you are buying high quality, well matured, tender, flavorful, BETTER BEEF (Red Brand), and in many cases the price is low than FRESH PORK Smoked Picnics Thursday, Friday, Saturday Values â€" FEB. 12, 18,‘ 14 Market Open FRIDAY NIGHT until 9 o’clock ARNOLD FARMS, CORRESPONDENT: MRS. ED. PAXTON, R. R. 1" Phone King 3R1] Shoulder lb. 37 TEMPERANCEVILLE NEWS FRESH PORK TURKEYS “1.69 FRESH Leg PORK lb. 49 FIRST GRADE CREAMERY Mrs. Earl 'Muniett and Maria‘é were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph; Levison on Sunday. ‘1- Mrs. Heibert Howell "of Sti'.‘ George spent a couple of days \dS"! iting neighbours when a guest 0 I M153. Fred Boys. ‘ Mrfand Mrs. John Lloyd of Dixie had dinner and spent the evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ev‘ erett Phillips on Saturday. ent. This chubby little fellow had the honour of having thré'e great- grandparents present -â€" Mrs. John Jennings, Walter Bovair and Mrs. Hillary. His grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Jennings and and Mrs. F. H. van Nostrand also. attended. Members of the family (and friends were guests of Dr. and Mrs. van Nostrand for tea. Temperanceville is always in- terested in those who have been members of the community. So it is with great interest we report. the christening of the son of the' former Betty Jennings. On Sunday. February 8, little John Paul van Nostrand, son of Mr. and Mrs. van Nostrand, was christened in Aur- ora Anglican Church with a num- ber of relatives and friends pres- ent. This chubby little fellow had the honour of havinc thr‘e'p great- A new door will be required to re- place the one smashed to pieces at the stair entrance to the base- ment. The locks to the two doors into the classroom were pulled off but the doors undamaged. Gain- ing entrance to the classroom the thieves took the radio and ran- sacked the teacher's desk. Further investigation may show other loss- es. Strange school was broken in- to the same night. It is hoped police will be successful in finding the guilty party. Personals Police were called to Temper- anceville schoolhéuse“ Monday morning when it was found to have been broken into. The intruders had entered by a small door-used for putting fuel in the basement. if"? z 5 DON MILLS Rd. In. 45 KENAEDY RD. FARMS No. 7 HIGHWAY and FRESH Butt PORK MARKET No. 7 HIGHWAY V and lb. 65 a 9. KIN G

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