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This service was very well re- ceived and appreciated by the parishioners when introduced last year. Rev. A. A. Chote will be preaching at both services us- ing a Question Box Sermon in the evening. 7 Wm. Davies. late of this vill- age ,now a resident in Thornhill. celebrated his 84th ‘blrthday with many of his immediate friends at a supper party at the Royal York Hotel last Friday evening. Stan Francis and Cy. Mack 01 radio fame acted as Masters of Ceremony. Approp- riate solos were sung by Mrs. Helen Blogg with Violin 50105 by Frank Morrison. Dancing wa’s enjoyed by the guests. A Soil and Seed Service will be held on Sunday Morning at St. Mary’s Anglican Church. This type of service originated in the early centuries and has been re- vived in the last few years. God’s blessing is asked upon the seed- time. Special prayers and mus- ic will be used and men who work with the soil will read the lesson for the day. At the Mother's Day service in the United Church, Richmond Hill. on May 8, the following received the rite of baptism: Wayne Edward Cripps. son of Mr. and Mrs. William Cripps. Thomas Edward Dennis. son of Mr. and. Mrs. Edward M. Den- nis; Patricia Inez Hill. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Hill; Col- leen Ruth McCullough, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. S. McCul- lough; Glenn Charles Pemble- ton; son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Pem- bleton: Brian M Wright, son of Mr and Mrs. James M. Wright; Bonnie-Lynn Van Dyke. daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Van Dyke; Kathleen O'Day Wynne, and Eva Margaret Wynne, dau- ghters of Dr. and Mrs. John B. Wynne; and Barbara Jean Zur- brlgg. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Morley Zurbrlgg. “aura”... Miss Carol Babcock, 18. a student at Richmond Hill Dis- trict High School, was awarded a scholarship in singing at the Woodbridge Music Festival re- cently. Miss Babcock, who is a contralto, is a Grade 13 student. 0 t i Q Mrs. A. Johnston, Yonge St. South, who for the past two years has been the Immediate Past Grand Mistress of the R. W. Grand Lodge of Ontario West attender the sessions held in Guelph last week. it a: t t Mrs. M. Cook, Worthy Mistress and Mrs. A. Craig, Deputy Mis- tress of Empire L.O.B.A. were delegates to the R. W. Grand Lodge of Ontario West held in Guelph last week. Other mem- bers attending were Mrs. S. Ran- som, Mrs. A. White. Mrs. C. Ma- bley, Mrs. G. Fenwick and Mrs. L. W. Zuefelt. Assisting in the Christian Family service on Mother's Day in the Presbyterian Church were a choir of mothers, the Junior Choir. Lillian Butler who read the Scripture, David Edwards who led in prayer, Sunday School Superintendent James Butler, who gave the address. A large congregation including children from the Orange Home. joined in the service of worship. Mrs. George Moorley was nam- ed “Mother of the Year” by the Presbyterian Sunday School and presented with a bouquet of spring flowers last Sunday. .A.‘_.‘. "u . ALGA v.“ member of the staff-oE'Ra-tnéom’s Barber Shop expects to be back at work soon after undergoing an appendectomJI at Newmarket Hospital._ If * *l # RICHMOND HILL . . Mr. Harold Open 8 a.m. - 9 p.111. TU. 4-1491 Sunday, May 15th Evergreens - Flowering Shrubs - Roses Shade Trees Fruit Trees Grass Seed & Fertilizers St. Mary’s Anglican Church Rogation Sunday 11.00 ‘A.M. â€" ANNUAL SOIL & SEED SERVICE 7.00 P.M. â€" QUESTION BOX SERMON ENDEAN NURSERIES one mile north of Richmond Hill invite you to visit Metropolitan Toronto’s largest Sales Station Serving this' area for 40 years Welcome Awaits You and Your Friends The “Dual u always glad to receive soda] and personal items (or this we andaeallto ‘I'Urner 4-1261 will receive courteous attention. N newspaper will also welcome news reports about church organisations ,women’s and men’s societies. lodges and other groups. While copy will be ac. curled up to Wednesday of each week, it ls desirable to have h In earlier If possible to ensure lts publi- cation. Mabley. 7 poF'llla.r the Christian YONGE' STREET RICHMOND HILL The local Association of Rich- mond Hill Girl Guides held a meeting at the home of Mrs. John Stocks on Arnold Cres., on Wednesday evening, May 10. Plans are underway for a Garden Tea to be held on Saturday, May 28, at the home of Dr. Lillian Langstafi, Church St. N., Rich- mond Hill from 3 to 5 p.m..Mo- thers of Guides and Brownies will receive a special invitation but all those interested in Guide and Brownie work are invited to attend. There wil be a silver collection to bene t the local companies. Others who have entertained in honor of Ruth are Jean Smith, hostess at a miscellane- ous shower, Muriel Stepp. host- ess at a kitchen and pantry shelf shower: Loretta Stockton, host- ess at a miscellaneous shower attended by members of the class of ’45 of Western Hospital School of Nursing as well as many other friends. For one year’s perfect attend- ance, George Croft, William Furse, Elizabeth Meade, Richard Meade, Helen Oliver, Lois Per- kins, Barbara Schrader. Kenneth Green. For two year’s perfect attendance, James Green, Rob- ert Sanders. Other tea assistants were 01- ive Robertson of Barrie, Loretta Stockton, Hamilton. Jean Smith and Muriel Stepp of Willowdale. June Powell of Toronto and Florence and Margaret Tyndall. 4 Mrs. L receiving The members of the nursing staff of the Ninth Floor of the Private Patients Pavilion held a presentation at the home of Eva Sutherland in Toronto. A pres- entation was also made by a group of Private Duty Nurses of Western Division. Mrs. L. J. Rootham entertain- ed at afternoon tea in honor of the bride and groom-to-be and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Tyndall will entertain the bridal party following the rehearsal. The Junior Choir led in the service of.praise at the Mother's Day service in the United Church last Sunday. At the conclusion of the service honor attendance awards were presented to the following: Mrs. Stanley Tyndall enter- tained at a trousseau tea last Saturday in honour of her dau- ghter Ruth whose marriage to William Robert “Bud” Johnston will take place next Saturday. ASSisting at the tea table were Mrs. L. G. Waugh and Mrs. T. Winstanley of Toronto, Mrs. R. N. Tynd’au of Willowdale and Mrs. 0. J. ‘Moran of Acton. The annual Guide & Brownie Rally for North York Division will be held Saturday in the town park at Aurora. Buses will leave the Lions‘Community Hall, Richmond Hill at 1 pm. and re- turn about 6 pm. Guides and Brownies are asked to bring a lunch and ICC for a drink. The program of events begins at 2 pm. and will include compe- tition of signalling, fire gadget first aid. Relations and friends are invited to attend. Bruce Chamney, formerly of the village, left by boat this week for England where he will tour the British Isles and the continent during the next month. Mrs. D. R. Gunn, Commission- er of North York Division will be in attendance, Mrs. Phillip Rumney is chairman of Guide events and Mrs. F. M. Redeime- 1er, District commissioner is in charge of Brownie events. Girl Guide Notes J. Roothém assisted in GOURLEY -â€" Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gourley (nee Eleanor Young) are happy to announce the birth of their son, Michael Paul, 7 1b. 6 02., on May 10, 1955 at Burnside Wing, Tor- onto General Hospital. Moth- er and baby doing fine. c1w46 CARD 0F THANKS Dr. and Mrs. A. G. Broad wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to all friends and neighbours. the police and the High School students, and any others who aided in any way in the search for their little boy last Thurs- day. Your concern and kind- ness were very much appreciat- ed. *1w46 WOOTTEN. Rhoda Ruth â€" Pass- ed away after a lengthy illness, at her home, 208 Roslin Ave., On Tuesday, May 10,,1955, Rhoda Ruth Wootten, wife of the late Francis Wootten, dear mother of Mrs. R.‘ Hill, Port Credit; Mrs. Clarence Lager- ' quist (Irene). Richmond Hill and Mrs. Helen Bowden, grand- mother of Mrs. Arthur Luke (Margaret), Clare, Frida, Billy and Johnnie. Resting at the Murray E. Newbigging Funer- al Home, 733 Mount Pleasant Rd. (at Eglinton). Service in the chapel Thursday 3 pm. In- terment Mount Pleasant Cem- etery. c1w46 CARLISLE -â€" In loving memory of Mary Carlisle who passed away May 1‘3, 1954. In our home she is fondly re- membered. Sweet memories cling to her name; Those who loved her in life sin- cerely. Still love her in death just the same. â€" Ever remembered by hus- band and family. clw46 Mrs. Ivor Williams and family express their gratitude to every- one for their kindness. sympathy and flowers extended to them during their recent bereavement, especially thanking the Rev. James Tiller, Unionville, Rev. D. C. H. Michell. Maple, Rev. A. A. Chote, Richmond Hill, and Wright and Taylor, Funeral Dir- ectors. l"1w46 MONKMAN, Emma J. â€" At her home, 53 Centre St. 15., Rich- mond Hill. Thursday, May 5, 1955. Emma J. Browning.'be- loved wife of Joseph A. Monk- man, dear mother of Russell v and Mrs. H. Bourne (Hazel). Funeral service was held at Wright and Taylor's funeral home, Richmond Hill on Mon- day at 2 o’clock. Interment in Richmond Hill cemetery. Mr. and Mr/s. Cecil H. Bourne announce the marriage of their daughter, Lois Isabel to Mr. Richard Edward Wright on Sat- urday, May 14, at 3 o’cloqk in Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church. c1w46 Mr. and Mrs. George S. Pater- sbn announce the engagement of their daughter, Helen Jean, to Eric E. Hadwen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hadwen of Maple, Ont. The marriage will take place on June 4 at 4 o'clock in Richmond Hill United Church. ' ‘ *1w46 HOWARD - JACKSON â€" On CARD 0!“ THANKS CARD OF THANKS CARD 0F THANKS Mr. L. Miller wishes to thank his friends and neighbours for their kind words of sympathy and floral tributes extended to him during his recent sad ber- eavement. *1w46 My sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbours for the beautiful flowers, gifts and get-well cards, received by me while I was in St. Michael‘s Hospital. CARD 0F THANKS In filemuriam (Engagements; Wednesday, May 11, 1955. at 3.00 o’clock by Rev. Grant Lynd, Irene Victoria, daugh- ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Jackson, Richmond Hill, to David James Howard of Toronto, Ont. *1w46 marriage $eatb§ Win. Young *1w46 The York County-Jersey Club will hold its 12th annual County Show in conjunction with the Richmond Hill Spring Fair on Monday. May 23. when it is ex- pected to have one of the largest exhibits of Jersey cattle in sev- eral years. The show committee reports that approximately 100 head will be paraded before the judge. ' Expect Over 100 Jersesy To Be Shown At R.H.Fair a Dr. J. C. Rennie 6f the Animal Husbandry Dept. of the O.A.C. will commence placing the aw- ards in the bull classes at 10.30 and it is expected the usual Emma J. Monkman, a resident of Richmond Hill for 41 years, died at her home, 53 Centre St. East, Thursday, May 5, following a stroke suffered Monday night. ‘She was in her 81st year and would have celebrated her alst birthday on May 6. Born on the Isle of Wight, Mrs. Monkman was one of a fam- ily of 10 children, and came to Canada with her parents at a very early age. In 1894. she married Joseph A. Monkman, the couple farming for some time at Richvale. later moving to Richmond Hill, where the de- ceased had lived .for 41 years. The Monkman’s marked their 60th wedding anniversary in September of last year. Mrs. Monkman was a member of the Presbyterian Church and in her earlier years had been active in Miss Anita Soderberg, a lead- ing High School student, is Richmond Hill Rotary Club’s sponsored student to attend this year’s course in citizenship in Ottawa. Local Rotary Clubs all over Canada send promising younger members of their local communities to this annual course, where youth from every Province meet to see the Federâ€" al Parliament in action, and to hold group discussions on dem- ocracy and government. At the same time they visit the many places of national importance in In view of the number of staff resignations received by the Richmond Hill District High School Board in recent weeks, Trustees agreed at.1ast Menday’s meeting that it might be neces- sary to reconsider the salary schedule in the very near future. “It seems a pity that teachers only stay with us until they get a teaching 'polish’ and then go off to other schools for bigger wages,” said trustee Dr. Philip Macfarlane suggesting that the Board must become more pre- pared to compete for good teach- ers. Some time ago, Mr. S. Syming- ton and Mr. E. Ruttan, president and vice president of the East Elmwood Ratepayers‘ Associa- tion, canvassed for food and funds in aid of a needy family in this neighbourhood. The sum of $24.00, a roast, and a great quantity of canned goods were collected. It was also decided to hold a benefit bridge and euchre on Ap- ril 29, at the Lions Hall, in aid of this family. Proceeds of $20., a ham, and a number of cakes and sandwiches went to these Anita Soderberg To Visit Ottawa As Rotary Guest Trustee W. R. Dean expressed alarm at the loss of a number of excellent teachers from the staff in recent weeks and said he felt that it was time to reconsider the schedule before more teach- ers leave for better wages. I The Board agreed to a wage increase for the principal’s sec- retary and also the hiring of an additional secretary who will do the work of the Thornhill School. 5 Resignations ' Emma J. Monkman Lives In Richmond Hill 41 Years High SchoO’l Board Alarmed At Many Teacher Resignations EastElmwood Ratepayers Hold Benefit For Needy crowd will be on the bleachers adjoining the arena to see the judging. This is only one of the many attractions which will be offered to the Fair visitors on May 23. There is something of interest for everyone â€" cattle and horse shows, square dance competition. horse-shoe pitching, a tractor rodeo and of course the ever-popular midway attractions â€"- and don't forget the monster Dance in the arena at night to the fine music of King Ganam and his orchestra She is survived by her hus- band, Joseph A. Monkman, one son Russell of Richmond Hill and one daughter Hazel (Mrs. Harry Bourne) of'Elgin Mills; a son Wellington was killed in World War 1; two brothers Per- cy_ and Arthur Browning of Tor- onto and one sister Mrs. Alfred Robinson of Aurora. the various phases of church work. ‘The funeral service was held Monday, May 9, from Wright & Taylor Funeral Home with in- terment following in Richmond Hill cemetery. Rev. J. N. Hep- burn conducted the service. Pallbearers were nephews of the deceased Ross Browning. Cecil Browning, Carl Browning. Walter Monkman,. Thomas Monkman and Archie Monkman. people. E. C. Mansbridge, Richm nd Theatre, Sunoco Station, W ite Rose Station. Richmond Hill Hardware, Robert J. Craigie, Richmond Hill SC to $1.00 Store, Mary’s Novelty Shop, Knapp's Paint Store, McFarlane’s Meat Market, Thornhill, Mills 8; Had- win Toronto, Park Theatre, Tor- onto, Glendale Theatre, Toronto. The Citizenship Course lasts from May 16 to 19 and each year the local Rotary Club asks the High School to recommend a student, the boys and girls hav- ing their chance in alternate years. . The Association 'wishes to thank the Lions for the use of their hall and also the following merchants for their generous contributions: and around Ottawa. This year, they will see the capital city at its loveliest, with the Canadian Tulip Festival opening and» Ot- tawa giving a lead with three quarters of a million blooms lining its driveways, parks and Parliament Hill. cepted with regret the resigna- tion of Herman Jensen of the Science Department. It was de- cided to compare the present Richmond Hill schedule with schedules of other boards within a 5 mile radius. Don Plaxton Liberal Candidate Donald Plaxton popular 29 year old Richmond Hill lawyer is the unanimous choice of the Liberal Party to contest the Toronto rid- ing of St. Patrick in the forthcoming provincial el- ection. Mr. Plaxton who has taken an active interest in the Young Liberal move- ment in Toronto during the past several years was chos- en at the riding associa- tion's nomination convention held Tuesday at the Royal York hotel. SUNDAY. MAY 15, 1955 Sunday School . . . . . . . . 10 Nursery Dept. 11 Morning Worship . . . . . . 11 RICHMOND HILL UNITED CHURCH Rev. C. G. Higginson. B.A., 3.1)., Minister ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY. MAY 15. 1955 9.45 am. â€" Sunday School ~ 11 am. â€"- Dr. Harold Young 7 pm. â€" The Minister ST. MARY’S CHURCH RICHMOND HILL ‘ (Anglican) Rev. A. A. Chote. B.A., B. Th.. SUNDAY. MAY 15. 1955 Rogation Sunday “The earth is the Lord’s and the fulness thereof” 8.30 am. â€"- Holy Communion 9.45 a.r'n. -â€"- Sunday School 11 am. â€" ANNUAL SOIL & SEED SERVICE The Rector Junior Congregation 7 pm. â€" QUESTION BOX SERMON The Rector I came to Jesus and I drank Of that life-giving stream; My thirst was quenched My soul revived, And now I live in Him. (2 miles south of Maple) SUNDAY, MAY 15, 1955 Sunday School . . . . . . . . 10 Church Service .. . . . . . . 11 Holy Communion . . . . . . 11 Luther League 8 . Corner of Elmwood and Rugglet Rev. Earl S. Bull, Minister Church of the Light and Life Hour, CHML 9 nan. Snndly 3 pm. â€" Sunday School ‘ SUNDAY, MAY 15, 1955 8 am. â€"â€" Holy Communion 11 am. â€" Morning Prayer THORNHILL UNITED CHURCH THORNHILL ‘ PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. C. H. Chambers, B.A., B.D., SUNDAY, MAY 15, 1955 Series â€"- Encounters \with Christ 11 am. â€" (4) How To Find Eter- al Life 7.30 pm. â€" Young Life Club Muéicale in the éhurch hall Fri., 7 pm. -â€" Happy Hour SUNDAY, MAY 15, 1955 11 a.m. â€"- Morning Worship Sunday School 9.45 am. â€"â€" Intermediate and Seniors 11 am. Nursery, Beginner, Prim- ary and Junior CARRVILLE ‘ UNITED CHURCH Minister, Rev. E. E. Kent. Th.D. SUNDAY, MAY 15. 1955 2.30 p.m. â€"â€" Worship Service THORNHILL BAPTIST CHURCH Yonge Street, Stop 17 Minister. Rev. Percy C. Blot. B.A., B.Th. 5 Old Orchard Grove. Toronto SUNDAY. MAY 15, 1955 Foreign Mission Sunday 11 am. â€" Worship Service Rev. L. E. Wilton, Missionary 'from India, will speak We., May 18, 8 pm. â€" Women’s Mission Circle Thankoffering ser- vice. Members of Baptist Choral Society will provide Program. You are cordially invited to ’at- tend all of our services. le’s meeting Wed., 8 pm. â€"- Prayer Meeting Thurs., 2 p.m. â€"- Women’s Missionary meeting TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH Thornhlll Minister Rev. E. E. Kent. Th. D. LANGSTAF!‘ BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY, MAY 15, 1955 Speaker: Rev. H. Butler Services Sunday. 11 am. -- Bible School classes for all ages 7 pm. â€" Gospel Service Tues., 8 p.m. m VYoung Peop- Riv. S. A. R. Wood, B.A.. Rector LIONS’ BINGO EVERY MONDAY Soft Drinks, Chocolate Bars. etc" obtainable at the hall. RICHMOND HILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. J. N. Hepburn. Minister RICHMOND HILL FREE METHODIST CHURCH ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH COME AND HAVE FUN AND ALSO HELP A GOOD CAUSE Starting Time 8 PM. Don’t Forget DOOR PRIZES THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Thursday, May 12, 1955 Meeting In Concord School House Each Lord’s Day evening at 7 p.111. Gospel Message Tune in CKEY (580) at 9.15 am. Matthew 15:13 â€" Every plant Which my Heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. Wildwood Ave.. Wilcox Lake Pastor Allan Mack SUNDAY, MAY 15. 1955 11 am. â€" Morning Worship 2.30 pm. â€" Sunday School 7 p.m. â€" Evangelistic Service Midweek Prayer & Praise â€" Thursday 8 pm»; MAPLE CHARGE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. A. G. Donald. M.C.. Minister SUNDAY. MAY 15, 1955 Hope 10.30 am. . . . . . . Church Servlce 9.30 am. . . . . . . Sunday School Maple 10.15 am. . . . . . . Sunday School 11.30 am. . . . . Church Service Edgeley 1.30 pm. . . . . . . Sunday School 2.30 pm. . . . . . . Church Service Onk Ave-Io SUNDAY. MAY 15. 1955 9.45 am. â€" Breaking of Bread 11 am. â€" Sunday School and le Study Fri. 7.30-8.30 pm. - Happy Hour Bring your Bible for Sword Drill All welcome. Bible Class 7 p.m. â€" Evening Service Tues., 8 pm. f Prayer and Bib- CHURCH One Block M d I“ On Midawukn Av... Stop 1. Pastor l'. Vauhn. I. 1‘. 9.50 am. â€" Sunda School SUNDAY, MA 15, 1955 9.50 am. â€" Sunday School class- es from pre-school to adult 11 am. â€" Morning Worship This is Cradle Roll Sunday. Dedication of infants to the Lord The pastor begins a series of sermons on “The Essentials of Christian Living" 1. Bible Study. The intermediate choir will sing. 6 pm. â€"'- Young Peoples 7 pm. â€" Evangelistic Service Sermon: “Questions people are asking” râ€" “What Happens When We die?" The Cherub Choir will sing, “The Lord Is Countin’ on You” Drive-in Church Announcements to be made soon. Anglican Sunday School Langstafl-Richvale District We invite the parents and new- comers of the Community to have their children attend our Mission Sunday School. We meet at 9.45 am. every Sunday morn- ing at the Charles Howitt School Every Lhild should come to know the Lord Jesus and be giv- en good solid Christian Instruc- tion. ‘Train up a child inr'the way he should go and when he is older, he will not depart from it.” SUNDAY, MAY 15, 1955 Rogation Sunday 9.45 am, â€" Sunday School Charles Hewitt School 11 am. & 7 pm. -â€"- Services held in St. Mary’s Anglican Church,’ Richmond Hill God is. God is love. God loves you. WILCOX GOSPEL CHURCH A. J. BARRACLOUGH Frames King Slderoad CARL E. HILL. M.D., M.O.H. Imagination is Healthy Adults play an important part in guiding the child’s imagination along safe trails but they should refrain from hampering colourful think- ing when Bobby or Jean come up with their amazing "tall tales." It is good to keep in mind that the vivid imagination of a child may be the forerunner of fine creative work later on. NEWTONBBOOK m 81. BARNABAB MISSION - For Service at its Best - - Try Your Friendly local Dairy RICHMOND HILL DAIRY DEPT. OF HEALTH TWP. OF NORTH YORK CHURCH OF CHRIST RICHVALE CHAPEL Store Fixtures CUSTOM BUILDING Langstaff BRUCE MOUNTJOY TELEPHONE TUR 4ER-4-16‘22 Kitchen Cabinets OAK RIDGES Tide SPECIAL OFFER RED ROSE Tea Bags CLARK'S Irish Stew ROSE SWEET Mixed Pickles 3.2,"- 29c SPECIALS KELLOGG’S Cornflakes SMITH'S PURE Plum Jam Estimates & References Gladly Furnished AV. 5-1867 SOCIETY CONCENTRATED Gay Detergent 49c FLORIDA Dog Food 2 312;" 27c FLORIDA FRESH Golden Corn TEXAS NEW Bunch Carrots 2 2:21;. 29c New Potatoes 5 m- 37c MORLEY’S Self Serve RICHMOND HILL General Woodwork as TU. nu. 24 oz. Jar Pkgs. Cobs Giant Pkg. 77c 27c TU. 4-25“ 31c 29c 59c