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The Liberal, 24 May 1956, p. 6

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Approximately 60 persons were present at the meeting, includ- ing members of Hope United Church W.A. and Laskay United Church W.M.S. Mrs. Gordon Murray. president of Teston Un- ited Church WA. presided. Mrs. Frank Piercey read the scripture and ‘Mrs. George Bridges, the lesson thoughts. Mrs. W. Hadâ€" wen led in prayer. A piano selection was render- ed by Miss Marilyn Lloyd of Hope United Church. Mrs. Marvin Hun- ter and Miss Helen Hunter sang a duet entitled “The Stranger." "The Family Circle", was the topic of Rev. A. G. Donald's of Maple address at the Teston W.A. meeting held in the church on May 16. "Understanding parents. who are at home when their children need them and the in- fluence the Christian home has on a child were emphasized in his address. Rev. Mr. Donald is minister of the Maple United Church charge. Mr. Outer-bridge spoke on Men- tal Health and the Relationships of the child. Before the speaker's address the teachers were div- ided into discussion groups. Mrs. M. Hemphill. King City school, led a discussion on writing with the Gra e one to three teachers. Indepen ence of the pupils with Grade , 5 and 6 teachers was led by Carson Bice of King City School. Roy Robson of Oak Rid- ges School led the discussion group on written and oral Eng- lish with the Grade 7 and 8 teachers. why Light refreshments were ser- ved by the King City teachers at the beginning of the meeting. A short address by Inspector J. W. McLeod concluded the meeting. Mr. William Outerbridge of the Juvenile Court at Newmarket was the guest speaker at the Semi-urban Teachers' meeting held in King City School, S. S. No. 2. lKng. on Thursday after- noon. May 18. Teachers Hear Court Speaker The monthly draw of plant bulbs was won by Mrs; A. R. Hooper. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Vic Doner. Baptist Youth Members of the Baptist Young People's group in King were guests of ’Annette Street Baptist Young People May 14. Rev. Geo. Hart of the Baptist circuit in King gave the address Follow- ing~the program by the King 11:01:11!!! People a social hour was e . Mae Shepherd, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J. E. C. Shepherd. Keele St. King City. with the Inter-School Christian Fellow- ship group of Aurora and Dis- trict High School spent last week- end at Camp Ahshunyoong at Duclos Point at Lake Simcoe. Plans were discussed in re- gard to holding euchres every other month beginning in the fall. It was decided members would make hand-made articles for prizes. Mrs. A .R. Hooper consented to donate a painting. Rev. Tom Robinson assistant at St. Stephen's Anglican Church. Maple. is the leader of the Young People’s group which meets ev- ery other Sunday at 7.30 pm. in the parish hall of All Saints An- glican Church. King City. Every- one‘ is welcome to attend the meetings. Fltemen’s W.A. . The monthly meeting of the Firemen’s W.A. was held at the home of Mrs. Harold Kirby, on May 14. The president, Mrs. Len Robb, presided. The registration for beginners for the tall term at King City School will be received at the home of the secretary-treasurer. \Ray Burt, 56 King Street, east of the Bank of Commerce on Monday and Tuesday afternoons, May 28 and 29. Parents or guardians are asked to bring the child's birth certificate with them. Y.P.P. t H “,1 NOTICE OF Ratepayers’ Meeting A meeting of the ratepayers of Union School Section No. 1 King and Whit- church (Oak Ridges Public School), will be held on Tuesday evening, May 29th, at 8 o’clock in the school. The purpose of the meeting is to ac- quaint the ratepayers u‘ith the necess- ity for providing additional accommo- dation and to obtain approval for the necessary debentures. All ratepayers of this section are urged to attend. TESTON NEWS THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Thursday, May 24, 1956_/ King City Notes Mrs. S. TROYER. Sec.-Treas. U.S.S. No 1 King & Whitchurch King City, Oak Ridges Lake Wilcox The Liberal is always pleased to publish lie teresi regarding people and events in the Gal Lake Wilcox and King City disirlcts. Our new pondent in King City is Mrs. Donald McCallnm. King 132M. and in Oak Ridges and Lake Wil Christian home has were emphasized in Rev. Mr. Donald is the Maple United A meeting of St. John's Angli- can Church W.A. was held at the Pyrish Hall on Tuesday, May 15. with appointments of social convenor being given to Mrs. H. Bamas on the retirement of Mrs. Bunny Hopkins. Also elected were Mrs. G. Appleton and Mrs. Bert Comfort, as sewing conven- ors. Plans for a Garden Party and film show were also discussed. Members were requested to bring Over $40 was raised at the tea and bake sale sponsored by Ev- ersley Presbyterian Church WA. Friday afternoon. May 18. More than 30 persons attended the tell which was held at the home of Miss Jessie Gellatly. \King St., King City. Receiving with Miss Geilatly was Mrs. J. E. C. Shep- herd 'and Miss Lin Anderson, president of the WA. An invitation has been extend- ed to all who are interested in this group or would like to join. They are cordially invited to at- tend the meetings which are held the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Parish Hall, “Dunrobin.” a small gift for the Touch and Take~ table at the Garden Party to the meeting on the first Tues- day in June. Lion Ray Love reported that tickets are now on sale for the draw on the Bel-Air Chevrolet. Lion George Bennet is in charge \of Ladies' Night on Jun; 5. Lion Don Hadwen is in charge of the Barn Dance. June 15. Awards The installation of officers will take place June 15. Delegates for the convefition at Niagara Falls May 26. 27, 28, are Lions John Dew and Eric Abrahams. Insulation of Officers St. John’s W;A. Holds Meeting Lion George Shults of Schom- berg Lions was in the chair for the election of the third vice- president. Ifiqn Jack Thompson was the succESSful candidate. Lion Wib Jennings reported on the Spring Thaw Show which will take place in King City Memorial Park Pavilion on May 25. The show is in two acts by the child- ren of the district. Twenty-two members were aw- arded 100% attendance pins. This _is an incxjeaserover last year. The Ground Observers assist especially where there are low flying aircraft. In searching for lost aircraft the RCAF has a million dollar organization in op- eration and quite regularly ()0- servers locate the planes before the RCAF. There are 150 posts in this area, half of which are south of Muskoka. The village of King City is covered 24 hours a day. These observers come out at a minute’s notice to help 10: cate missing or strange planes. With atom bombs in use, F.O. Sheppard commented the term 12-day war is often used, the reason being the enemy would not have to return home to re- fuel as all could be lost in that short time. ’ Lion Bill Heaslip thanked the speaker for his interesting ad- dress. Six Ground Observers were guests of the Lions. Election When it was started, F.O. Shep- pard stated, there were only 24 stations across Canada. Now there are 6,000 posts and 72,000 observers. The trappers in the North-West Territories can not- ify the authorities three hours ahead of radar. F.O. Sheppard who was intro- duced 12y Lion J. Langdon. was a member of the Royal New Zea- land Air Force. In 1949 he joinâ€" ed the RCAF reserve. becoming a member of the permanent force when fighting started in Korea. The topic of his address was the Ground Observer Corps in Canâ€" ada. which he helped form. Flying Officer A. K. Sheppard, second in command of the RCAF station at Barrie was the speaker at the King Lions dinner meet- ing May 15. King City Lions News Eversley Socials 27, Rev. Shepherd is expounding the gospel according to the en- emies of Christ. pointed out there is no such thing as I No Man's Land between Satan and Christ. There is no such thing as fence sitting when it comes to a vital principle. The danger of self assertion were stressed when there is nothing but self to the exclusion of everything else. The big letter I is in the centre of sin. spite and pride. .When we think we are looking through a window at the faults in others we are really looking through a mirror at ourselves. Coming Sermons Rev. J. E. C. Shepherd who is the preacher at the mission ser- vices gave forthright, stirring and inspiring messages throughout the week to folk present from the churches of the area and those also from quite a distance who faithfully attended one. some or all the mission services. Rev. G. Hart of Bethel Baptist Church. King City and Rev. D. C. H. Michell of All Saints An- glican Church, King City were present at some of the services leading the gathering in prayer. The sermon themes for the last three services on Thursday, Friday and Sunday of this week will be on texts inspiring to ev- eryone. Singing Mr. and Mrs. Howard Baker who led the gatherings in song this past week singing many old favourites will also be present for this week's servicese. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Baker provided music at ‘St. Andrew's Presbyter- ian Church at Eversley and Strange and St. Paul's Church. 9th line on Sunday, May 20, and fill do so again on Sunday, May The Presbyterian Mission which was to have its final service in Wells Hall, King City, on Sun- dqy, May 20, is being continued for another week at the request of many whd found the services during the past week to be of rich spiritual profit. Bank Manager L. H. Ellins said \that rs. McLeod deserves a great deal of credit for her alert- ness, Bank employees had been alerted earlier to be on the look- out for a man purchasing money orders. When Forsythe came in- to the bank to order the money orders, Mrs. McLeod became suspicious and reported the man to the manager. OVer 30 Charges Toronto police said _they have Rt. Rev. Mr. Dorey and his wife will be visiting England, Czechoslovakia and Russia this summer. Special Music The music at both services was provide dby the church choir un- der the direction of the organist Mrs. Ewart Patton. Mrs. Gordon Orr sang a solo at the evening service. Dr. Archie Wallace of Maple led in prayer during the Mission“ Serviée Extended A Week The Liberal is Ilwayl pleased to publish items of in- terest regarding people and events in the Oak Ridges- leo Wilcox 1nd King City districts. Our news corres- pondent in King City is Mrs. Donald McCallnm. telephone King 132M. and in Oak Ridges and Lake Wilcox. Mrs. Armstrong. telephone TU. 4-3312. Rt. Rev. George Dorey spoke of his visit to the Orient where he recently spent six weeks in Japan and Korea. Of‘the 86 mill- ion people in Japan. he stated, only a very small number are professing Christians. However, 15% of the members of Parliamâ€" ent are Christians. The Confusion of Life with Jesus Christ, the Hope of the World was the text of his ser- mon at the morning service. He spoke of the communist philoso- phy and ot' the terrific strain and uncertainty under which we are living today. “To those of us who are professing Christians," he stressed, “it is our duty to live out the teachings of Christ in politics, in business and every aspect of daily life.” Rt. Rev. George Dorey, D.D., L.L.D._ moderator of‘the United Church in Canada and abroad was the preacher at the anniver- sary services at King City Unit- ed Church on Sunday, May 20. It was the 85th anniversary of the church. Rt. Rev. George Dorey had ser- ved for almost 32 years as sup- erintendent of Missions for Sou- thern, Saskatchewan, then for a very brief period following the death of Dr. Sisco, acted as Gen- eral Secretary of the United Church. In September 1954, he became moderator of the United Church. King City United Church Celebrates 85th Anniversary Quick thinking on )he part of Mrs. M. McLeod, a teller at the Oak Ridges Branch'of the Bank of Nova Scotia has led to the apprehension of a much-sought racketeer. Angus J. Forsythe. 56, a former R.C.M.P. officer was arrested last Friday by OPP from the Vandorf Detachment after he purchased some money orders. P.C. Charles Case. took Forsythe into custody after a coast to coast search. Commends Teller Alert Bank Teller Aids Police ln Trapping Wanted Racketeer Oak Ridges Employee Under the able guidance of the Peel Conservatory of Music, the inaugural meeting of a new course in music was held at the King City Public School May 8. The enthusiasm with which this new course was received is most gratifying as it fills a long-felt need for the pupils of the King City District Schools. The‘ parents and the pupils were greeted by Mr. Fred Wil- son, registrar and Mrs. R. Car- tier, district registrar. The ap- proximately 25 pupils who regis- tered were permitted to choose either the guitar, violin or piano accordion as their instrument. Upon receiving their instruments they began lessons under the tutelage of Mr. H. Edge. Pupils fr the district this course. Mrs“. Egmont Frankel in_ her short address complimented Mrs. Crysdale on the excellent work being done by the cancer group. The greatest effort in can- cer research is being done right here in our province, she stated. Mrs. Frankel also mentioned the progress being made involuntary service. Taking the membershjps and donations for the Cancer Society were Mi55 Blair Acton Burrows and Mrs. Alfred Gilham. $417 was realized for the Cancer So- ciety. Over 70 cars were parked ably by empoyees of Drinkwater Mo- tors in the field adjacent to West- winds. Sir~ Ellsworth Flavelle with Steve Ascott assisted with directing traffic. Pouring tea in the living room and dining room were Mrs. Cec- il Summerfeldt, Mrs. H. Borden, Mrs. B. 0\Partridge, Miss Kay Clarke, Mrs. H. W. Weis and Mrs. T. L. Williams. 0n the tab- les were floral arrangements of sweet peas and spring flowers. Th; members of the Laskay and King City Cancer groups serving the refreshments wore attractive yellow smocks with the cancer insignia and yellow daffodils. \ Lovely views of New Scotland and the surrounding countryside could be seen by the guests from the large picture windows. Expresses Thanks Music Group‘. In a u g urated A delightfully friendly atmos- phere pervaded the Cancer Trend Tea sponsored by the King group of the Aurora and District Can- cer Unit held at Westwinds, the home of Mrs. Gage Love on May 17. Nearly 300 persons during the afternoon were greeted at the door by Mrs. Norman Ether- idge and the other hostesses. Guests were invited to view.- the lovely rooms at Westwinds before having tea. Receiving with Mrs. Love were Mrs. J. P. Crysdale, president of the Aurora and District Cancer grou‘p and Mrs. Egmont Frankel, guest of honor. The twa memorial baskets of pink and white snapdragons at the services were given by Mr. and Mrs. L L. Scott in memory of Mrs. Scott’s mother, Mrs. John Lawson. and by Mr. and Mrs. John Dew, in ‘memory of their son. Jimmy. Rt. Rev. Mr. Dorey and Mrs. Dorey were guests of Rev. and Mrs. Jenkinson for the day. Vis- iting with them after the even- ing service was Miss Weir who had served in the Presbyterian mission field in Formosa from 1935 to 1940. evening service Cancer Society Held Trend Tea Bank employees have been a1- erted to watch for a man who purchases four or five $1 money orders at a time. Friday, Forsythe had cashed orders in Newmarket stores before he was arrested. Police\said six raised orders were found in one of his socks. The orders were bought in small towns where banks make them out by hand. Police said the writing was erased and the ambunt raised by use of the cheque writing machine which made the order “seem more gen- uine than it was before.” upward of 30 forgery and utter- ing charges against him._ Bank money orders bought for $1 were raised to $100., police said. He is also wanted in Port Credit, Oakville. Fort William. and cit- ies across, the west. Police said they were able to track his move- ments from last 'fall by reports of raised bank orders. Banks Alert ‘ils from other Echools in strict may sun register for The ladies of Strange and Ev- ersley Presbyterian Church will cater for the luncheon. . . . and relaxed at Stan Troyer's. Let us help you soon. Experience means sat- isfaction that is complete. The West Toronto Presbyter- ial Women’s Missionary Society 40th Annual meeting Section 3 will be held in Strange Presby- terian Church on Wednesday, May 30, for an all-day session. The theme of the meeting will be on Stewardship. Rev. .1. E. U. Shepherd will be the speaker at the morning session. Miss Isabel McConnell, Reg. N., a missionary on iurlouzm from the Bhil Field, India, will be the speaker at the afternoon session. The cattle were in demand as can be seen by the pricg. Stan- dard Jester Ruby, fresh eight weeks, topped the sale at $300. Cows sold from $175-$300, fall calves from $60-$75, yearling heifers $140, 2-year-old heifers. 1$_50.0. The team brought $170 and $135.00 respectively. The 45 head of cattle passed through the auction ring in less than one and a half hours. The whole sale was completed in less than three hours. Sellers & Atkinson con- ductd he sale. The farm is sold and the Stewart family wil va- cate shorty. Last Wednesday, the auction sale of Stewart Bros. at King cm}. drew a large crowd, when they sold their implements and the herd of 45 Jerseys. The 52nd anniversary services are being held at Laskay United Church on Sunday, May 27. Rev. M. R. Jenkihso-n will be‘ the preacher at 11.15 am. at \ hich the Ladies’ Choir of Kettleby Un- ited Church will provide the mu- sic. At the evening service at 7:30 p.m., Rev. Howard Parr of Glebe Road United Church. Tor- onto, will conduct the service. The McGillivray cho‘ir from Knox Presbyterian Church, Vaughan, will provide the music. The Rev. Dennis Winch, neph- ew of Rev. Gordon Winch of St. Paul's United Church, delivered the sermons on Sunday in place of his uncle who was away at- tending a conference of the YM CA in Toronto. Rev. Dennis Winch is a first year theology student at the University of Tor- onto. Ten lst King Scouts had an enviable time on Monday, May 21 at home of Scoutmaster Stan Roots, R. R. -3 King. The Scouts .though they were busy most of the day digging footings for their den took time off when their scoutmaster arrived on the scene for a little recreation play- ing games, etc. They also had a grand invigorating swim in the old swimming hole.. The Scouts cooked a meal at noon. The menu included pork chops (one lad ate four, digging gives one an appetite), potatoes, corn, applesauce and of course beans. The Scouts are also making their own furniture. Appoint Assistant Plans were made for the Fa- ther and Son Banquet which is to be held on June 6 at the Ridge Inn at 6.45 pm. There will be a speaker and a film. The meeting was held at the home of Mrs. George Wilson. Guest Preacher At St. Paul‘s Mrs. Fred Boys sang a solo. The Sunday School had 67 presâ€" ent (adults and children) despite the holiday week-end. lst King Scouts are building a den oi logs on the 30 acres be- longing to their Scoutmaster. “It will serve as a meeting place and camping grounds for the boys. An ideal spot," says Scoutmaster Roots, “as there. is plenty of space for the boys to romp and have fun, and handy for me as I can’t always get away to camp because of the pressure of busi- ness.” n At the recent Scout and Cub group committee meeting Doug Rennison was officially appointed assistant Scoutmaster. Mr. Frank Powell was appointed to the post of Public Relations. He is to act as a liaison officer between the group committee and the fath- ers. SHE CAUGHT HEP BREATH King City Cubs and Scouts News Notes From Strange ‘r”%’ Laskay News Jersey Sale Draws Crowd St. Paul’s WA. general month- ly meeting was held May 15 in the form of a cup and saucer shower. Each lady enjoyed a cup of tea from her gift. The group has been trying to decide on the pattern for china for the church. A bazaar will be held in June' at Ash's booth. Summer clothing for adults and children is being made by some group workers to be sold at the bazaar. Present Play Vellore Junior Farmers and Institute presented “Aunt Cindy Cleans Up" under the sponsor- ship of Lake Wilcox Lamplight- ers branch of the St. Paul's WA. on May 16. at the church. The Lamplighters were pleased with the proceeds of the event. Lions Newa Oak Ridges Lions Ladies have completed plans for the annual Strawberry Festival to be held at the Ridge Inn the latter part of June. Birthday Ross Farquharson, Lakeland Ave., who suffered a back in- jury in therpast week was up and around again for the first time on Sunday. However'he will re- main on the convalescent 1ist_for the next few weeks. Master Edward Gilbert of South Road, celebrated his sixth birthday on May 20, with many of his little school chums of the kindergarten class. Hockey Club Oak Ridges boys hockey club will be present at the Lions meeting on Monday. May 28., at the Ridge Inn. Teeder Kennedy. guest hockey star. will be present to speak to the boys and mem- bers on hockey. Barbara Hannapaa. South Rd.. is confined to her home with a severe case of measles. Her lit- tle playmates wish her a speedy recovery. Oak Ridges Lake Wilcox Socials OF BEGINNERS FOR FALL TERM WILL BE RECEIVED AT ADDRESS BELOW ON MONDAY & TUESDAY. MAY 28 & 29, EACH AFTERNOON. PLEASE BRING CHILD‘S BIRTH CERTIFICATE. FROM 5:00 TO 8:00 A.M. DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME To continue our work in increasing the capacity of Oak Ridges Substation. it will be necessary ‘to in- terrupt power on Sunday morning. The interruption to power will affect most of our customers in the area hounded by Wellington Street on the North, the Elgin Side Road on the South, the Don Mills Road on the East, and the 6th line on the West. There will be some customers within the ab‘ ove boundaries who will not be affected. For further particulars please call TUrner 4-1192. S. S. NO. 2 KING CITY SCHOOL REGISTRATION. NOTICE OF INTERRUPTION TO POWER SUNDAY MORNING, MAY 27th “ONTARIO EAST OF BANK OF COMMERCE RAYMOND BURT, Secretary, 56 King Street. -â€" Weather Permitting â€"â€" WED I

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