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Em‘ Lighting Do not mmmmammmmmxmmmmmmhmmmi Gifts And Decorations and Wrappings Don’t let Christmas wrappings accumulate in the home; place them in your metal covered trash barrel or burn them in your incinerator as soon as possible. The Stop 22, Yonge Street, Richvaie AV. 5 =- 1 0 3 I CHRISTMAS IS THE TIME “TO BE EXTRA CAREFUL 'A Happy and Fire Safe Christmas (GEO. CLAYTON) Sgt. WE DELIVER Don’t set up electric trains or spirit-fueled toys under a Christmas tree. Look for the Under- writers’ Laboratories label when buying elec- trical toys. DON’T Forget Don't allow smoking near the tree, keep mat- ches. lighters and candles away from tiny hands. Have a bucket of water or your garden hose connected to a faucet. withinJreach of the tree. If fire should strike, first get everyone out of the house and then call the fire depart- ment immediately before attempting to fight the fire yourself. Do not use candles on the tree. Check all light- ing sets before using for frayed wires. loose connections and broken sockets. Be sure the fuse on the electrical circuit is not over 15 amperes. Tree Place the freshly cut tree trunk in water and check on the water level once a day. Support the tree well. Don't put it near sources of heat (fireplace, radiators, etc.) Every year, from a few days before Christmas to the week following New Year's, a plague of fires rages up and down the country. Many of these fires result from the extra hazards which exlst only during the holiday season and from carelessness that would not be tolerated at any other time. Fire Prevention Officer, Markham Township. r315}: Mr. Di‘ck Wilson drives the bus most of the Maple boys and girls use in going back and forth to Richmond Hill High School, and one of ‘the high points of school year is the breakfast “Dick” The reports submitted by the convenors of the various commit- tees at the recent Women's Insti- tute Central Area Convention showed that a great deal of in- teresting work is being done by the branches and considerable thought and effort is being made to create programs that are in- teresting and informative. The Central Convention Area embrac- es the counties of Dufferin. Dur- ham, Grey North, Centre and West, Ontario, Peel. Peterboro. Victoria and York with a total of 236 branches. To all of you. as you gather 'round the festive board this week with your families, we ex- tend our season‘s greetings. Dickâ€"4:0ur Friend” We all think of Christmas joy As a truly wonderful thing. For when tiny Jesus was born, All the Angels softly did sing. God led the shepherds And the wise men by A very bright. beautiful star To where Baby Jesus did lie. Joseph with all his loving grace, Mary and her smiling face. And all the animals large and small. Were all full of joy in one big stall. This little poem. written by eleven-year-old Jane Eleanor Manning. to recite at her Sunday School Christmas concert, ex- presses the sentiments of all of us at this holy season. Mrs. Sinclair McLeish, RR. 3, Caledon, who is the Ontario Con- venor of Historical Research and Current Events in her report stat- ed that 144 branches reported that they are compiling Tweeds- muir History Books. Some of the branch convenors prompted participation by the in- dividual member by roll calls â€" A few which brought good re- sponse were: My Grandfather's Occupation; Bring in an old school picture; Your earliest rec- ollection; Verse from an old auto- graph album; Something I re- member from “on my way to school;" One step toward world peace; An old-fashioned expres- sion; Name of the Governor-Gen- eral of Canada when you were born; Things I wore as a bride and What I’d like to do when I’m sixty. Interesting Ideas From Diémpcgm Meeting Mottoes adaptable ,to the theme of Historical Research and Cut- rent Events were: It matters not how long we live â€"â€" but how; A wise mind grows like a savings account: Do not waste time look- ing at your hillâ€"climb it; Take life as you find it but do not leave it so; If in need of a friend â€"be one; Fretting is like a rock- ing chair. you can do a great deal of it without getting anywhere; We reap the reward of our grand- fatherfs deeds, olir grandchildren will reap the reward of ours. Program Suggestion For Women's Institute Miscellaneous activities relating to Historical Research: The West York Executive presented four broadcasts on historical research; Contest naming Prime Ministers of Canada from pictures; trips to Dalziel Pioneer Park, Dale Es- tate in Brampton, also Montreal and Ottawa; Grandmothers’ meet- ings; Panel discussion on Grand- mother; Display at fall fairs on the theme, “Through the Years;” Two 80-year-old former pupils in- terviewed a 90-year-old former teacher; Exhibits of old articles and prizes for the oldest and most unusual; A reception at King Craft House, King. Ont. to honor Mrs. Jarvis. winner of the Do- minion Culture project with her picture “Old House;" Making a scale map of the area at different eras: Sixtieth anniversaries cele- brated at Nestleton. Kemble: Clo- vering. Islay. Vandorf, Nobleton, Lambton Mills and Blount. One district appointed a commission to compile a history of the dist- rict Wil.: An historical commitâ€" tee is making a model of H.M.S. Ajax to be placed in the Council Chamber. Mrs. McLeish reminded the convention that one function of the Standing Committee in His- torical Research is to collect and preserve records of the branch and surrounding locality. Rela- tive to this. the editor of the County Guide “rites: _“Time is the fabric of men's dreams. On its canvas in colors sombre or glowing is recorded the measure of man’s achievement. Half a cen- tury ago the west was still young. Pioneer farmers were dreaming and planning for a happier future. and striving to create the social and economic tools to achieve it. One convenor says: “Historical Research helps to knit the gen- erations together." A similar idea is expressed in the motto, “The use of history is to give value to the present hour and its destiny," or another which says “The mem- cries of past hardships sweetens today'sromforts." We have seen that 144 branches (probably more not reported) are compiling this history in their Tweedsmuir his- tories. Members active in this part of the work should receive .much appreciation, for it entails Maple, Concord & Edgeley Districts Maple Notes The “bond is always willing to publish lnterestlng item tun-din: people Ind events contributed by its readers In Maple. Concord & Eduley districts. Our representative in Maple 19 Mrs. R. Manning, Maple 62R“; in Concord. Mn. Ruth Keller. AV. 5-2375: Ind In deeley, Mrs. Raymond Stuart. AV. 5-1934. considerable effort and time. This resulted in interesting displays. at branch meetings. One branch held a “museum for a day.” The community hall was filled with exhibits from members and others of antique clothing. furniture and dishes. Tea was served with food made from old recipes. Some branches are working in co-oper- ation with historical societies and museums. This research was also used in papers on the art of making Maple syrup and birch bark canoes. The prayer was taken by Rob- erta Eitch. Scripture readers were Sandra Gudat, Linda Rose. Shar- on Wismer, and Phyllis Terrence. "L'eziaer' 'of the 'c.G.I.T., Miss Betty Jackson told a story appro- priate to the season, very beauti- 7 Irene Blakelock led the service. Candlelighters were Donna Reid, Carol Saigeon and Nancy Kerri- gan. “I, Dick was presented with an at- tractive wool sweater by the stu- dents as a token of their esteem. Candlelight Service Members of the Canadian Girls in Training and the Explorers took part in an impressive candle- light service of worship last Sun- day evening at the Maple United Church. Thursday everyone able to gaâ€" thered at their usual pick-up point an hour early and were ferâ€" ried over to Richmond Hill and deposited at Town Inn Restaur- ant for a trencherman breakfast thoroughly and lustin enjoyed by all. treats his charges to each Christ- mas. Rural communities are the strength of the nation; Family tree of the Clubine family who settled on land now owned by Mount Pleasant Cemetery; Chrys- ler family of motor car fame; Trent Valley canal; Sketch on lives of three charter members; Upper Canada Bible Society;.De- posits in the bank of tomorrow; Christmas 1780 â€" first U.E.L. Christmas in Canada; In a Canad- ian attic; Talk by we; convenor on “The Challenge of Historical Research;" History of two black walnut trees, 500 years old, with- in the city limits of Toronto; De- velopment of rural surveys. No branches reported success in locating folk lore or music as requested by the Provincial con- venor, but had a paper on “Folk lore and folk music” and another institute a paper on “Mennonite folk lore and cooking.’ Some of the topics which do not seem to come under this commit- tee (unless they were carried on in the locality) were: Develop- ment of lace; History of veg- etables. David Thomson; Inven- tion of the telephone and its relation to T.V.; Canadian firsts, Lord Beaverbrook. The second function of the committee is the study of world events of today. Most branches report having current events at one or all meetings and it ap: pears that more stress is being put on this part of the program. “We must not spend too much time dreaming of bygone days in the attic. but must look out at today's events and be prepared to take an intelligent part in them,” Mrs. McLeish told the meeting. Current Events Current Events may be divided into two groups: 1, Headline news â€"some reported were The St. Lawrence Seaway, Princess Mar- garet’s opening of the Parliament of the West Indies, Sputnik, Elec- tion Results. It was suggested that highlights in the news may be quickly cov- ered in roll calls or at intervals in contests and bees. Mrs. Mc- Leish suggested that each mem- ber jot down highlights in the news during the month. then there would be no repetitions and everyone would benefit. v.--_,, The second group of Current Events deals with world or local trends as in farming, economics, culture, international relation- ships. etc. One branch reported a paper on “Trends in Secondary Education Today." ,Mrs. McLeish said that these trends are better handled as a paper or in panel or group discus- sions. She thought members should be allowed considerable time in which to collect items re- lating to the trend to be discus- sed. As many as possible should be encouraged to contribute to the discussion and conclusions should be listed and compiled in re'gard to the trend. Mrs. McLeish stated that she hopes that some of the convenors will consider a program of this type as a means of keeping the members interested and informed on current events and stimulating intelligent news analysis. .._..._.=, V", "V In couclusiornr Mi‘s. McLeish said that she trusts this repqrt Next weekâ€"A report on Home Economics and Health as submit- ted by Mrs. W. Clarence Mann, RR. 4. Peterborough, who is the Area convenor. gives due credit to the work in Historical Research for 1957-58 in Central Ontario Area, furnishes ideas for the coming year and helps to clarify the function of this committee. Last Saturday night‘s Christmas dance sponsored by the Lions Club at the Community Hall. fell somewhat short of the usual at- tendance. With only 90 persons present thus making no profit for the clrb who uses the monthly dance during the fall and winter months to raise money to aid in carrying out its various commun- ity services. fully. Mrs. Meikle Honored The Lions Turkey Shoot at S'Iur-Gain Farm last week drew a crowd of around 125 sharp- shooters whose aims were good enough to capture 55 ready for holiday eating turkeys. A presentation party was held last Wednesday in honor of Mrs. Muriel Meikle who is leaving the vi'Tage with her family on Decem- ber 22nd to make her home in Southampton, Ont. Mrs. Melkle in three years of residence in Maple has endeared herself to many people and has given valuable services as a member of the library board, and has been very active in the com- munity and school club. A very enjoyable evening fol- lowed and refreshments were ser- ved late in the evening by the hostess, assisted by some of those present. Lions Club New Members of the Maple Lions Club are busy this week distrib- uting Christmas cheer throughout the community. It is expected there will be a larger turnout for the January 10th dance. as exams, holiday shopping and extra working hours will be things of the past. Maple WJ. The event took place at the home of Mrs. K. K'erriwan. The twelve ladies present were neigh- bours and members of the com- munity and school club of which Mrs. Meikle was vice-president. A teapot and set of cups and saucers to match were presented to her by Nancy Kerriwan on be- half of those present. The December meeting of the Maple Women's Institute took place at the home of Mrs. M. Wil- son. In keeping with the spirit of the Christmas season the roll call was answered by bringing forward gifts for the shut-ins boxes. The lovely presents will later adorn the trees of people in the community who have b‘een confined to their homes for a number of years‘. A committee composed of Mrs. D. Allen, Mrs. M. Palmer, and Mrs. W. Crook was elected to make quilt blocks to be turned in the Federated Women’s In- stitutes of Ontario. Pictures on different localities in Ontario were shown by Mrs. L. Clarke. A contest on jumbled Ontario cities and towns proved Mrs. N. Payne gave a demon- stration on making tarlton Christ- mas trees to be used as table centres. Well Baby Clinic . . Next Well Baby Clinic will be held January 8th at the Maple Community Centre. In a discussion on “Equality for Women“ at a recent meeting of the Farm Forum, the Edgeley Forum considered first, the ine- qualities that bother women. The women present listed lack of co- ordination, sharing or co-opera- tion, money problems and lack of recognition of her capabilities as their most outstanding grievan- ces. They appreciate the fact that in organized groups they seem to be given equal recognition. At the January meeting Mrs. John Martin will speak on Ment- al Health. This will take place January 14 at the home of Mrs. A. Snider. Five out of seven women said that they were willing to' accept full equality with men â€"- includ- ing their responsibilities. The other two intimated that they would do so only in an emergen- cy. The majority said they ex- pect to sacrifice a few of their privileges as women to obtain equality. Farm Forum most amusing In listing the changes they would like to see in order to ob- tain equality, the Forum cited non-condecension and sharing of responsibilities; time and prov- ision made for shared pleasures. such as an evening out with their husbands. They thought women should show more respect and tolerance for men in public office before they can hope to obtain it them- selves. The Edgeley Farm Forum has accepted the kind invitation of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jackson. former Forum members, to spend a social evening with them at their home in North Toronto dur- ing the holidays. On January 5, the Forum will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. Maclachlan in Maple. On this occasion, the first in a three-week series of discussions on Vertical Integration will take place. The topic on January 5 is “Who controls the product?” Is the farmer a manager or a la- borer The meeting begins at 8:30 by listening first to a half-hour Trans Canada broadcast which is fol- lowed by a discussion period in each local Forum across the na- tion. The public is invited to at- tend these meetings. Edgeley THE LIBEALLRichmond Hm, on. Thursday. m I m I Concord Public School held its annual concert at Maple Co'm- munity hall this year. The young- sters “played” to a .full house, performing with the ease of ex- perienced actors and singers. The junior grades made up the first half of the programme with the singing of Christmas songs. The senior grades gave two plays. grades 5 and 6 doing a mock wedding. The teachers deserve a great deal of praise, for this year's concert. It was well re- hearsed as was evident by the ex- cellent performance of all grades. Cubs and Scouts The Scout and Cub groupl of Concord held their annual Christ- mas party on Wednesday evening. December 10, at the school. Par- ents, brothers and sisters of the boys attended the party. The leaders were presented with tie clips with the scout emblem, and the cub pack was presented with its wolf's head from the Group Committee. The boys were pres- ented with gifts from the mothers auxiliary. Everyone enjoyed sing- ing carols and eating a lunch provided by the mothers. Brownies With the Christmas season up- on us most organizations have been celebrating with parties or concerts. On November 27, two new Brownies were enrolled into the First Concord Brownie Pack. Andrea Sharp and Gail Morrison received their enrolment pins. On December 4, Madame Com- missioner visited the pack and presented Brown Owl with her Thursday evening last was a gala occasion at Patterson Pub- lic School when parents and friends gathered to hear the pup- ils in their annualVChristmas concert. The evening began with a song of welcome. followed by Mar- jorie Stephenson giving a word of explanation. Two songs "San- ta’s Laughing Song" and ‘0 Come. 0 Come, Emmanuel" were then sung. Poems were recited by R03- alie Stephenson. Debbie Goodier, Patsy Savage and Vincent Lind. A play, ‘Santa on Trial," had the following cast: Carol McKeowen, Jack Waller_ Jean Pike, Jolly Goodier, Sharon Wright. Audrey Stephenson, Ron Weir, Vivainne Terry. Martin Aston. and Char- lene McKeown. Pupils from grades 3 to 8 were greatly enjoyed in choral speak- ing. Poems by Heather Hepburn and Christine Geary followed. Next on the program was a choir from grades 1 and 2. A duet was sung by Debbie Goodier and During intermission the audâ€" ience sang carols. ' Pupils 8: Parents Enjoy The P_a_tt_ersonr School Christmas Concert Concord Socials KISWICK â€" William A. King I runl mailman who he. been a member of the toWnshlp coun- cil for 15 year: he: retired. Dur- ing his many election: he never campaigned for votes. Camper-1’ Lie-nu and Pin which she_ hadgupedr this year. The girls held their Christmas party on December 18. Enter talnment consisted of a skit pre- sented by each six and carol singing. after which the girls en- joyed a little lunch. ' Guides On December 18, four new Guides were enrolled, Barbara Orr. Elsie Neva. Donna Sharp and Betty-Jean Salmon received their Tenderfoot pins. This was also the night of the Guides' Christ- mas party to which they invited their mothers. After the enrolâ€" ment ceremony, the girls played a few games. Lunch followed. during which Penny Connelly played Santa and gave out the gifts which each girl had bought for someone whose name she had drawn at an earlier meeting. Ca- rol singing followed. and the meeting closed with Taps. Social Several lucky souls of Concord are spending Christmas out of town this year. The Gilberts are visiting relatives in Alberta. and the Saunders family has gone«to Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Thomp- son and family have gone to the sunny southland of Floi'ida. Zion Lutheran Church. Sher- wood, held lts annual Christmas concert. Sunday, December 21, at the church, with each class. from tots to teens, doing its part to make the concert enjoyable. The children of the Sunday School each received gifts and candy from under the giant Chrlstmas tree. Nicky Crampton. A playlet, "Pn- tience and Prudence” was given next, followed by a girls' drill by gradeS'five to eight; Boys from grades 7 and 3 also performed a drill. Jean Pike gave 1 piano solo. Brenda Pemberton read a poem, Jolly Goodler also played a plano solo. Attending the little one-rop'm school are Vincent Lund, Patsy Savage. Christine George, Roo- alie Stephenson, John Mitchell, Debbie Goodier, Robin Aston. Ricky Lund, Virginia; Redelmo- ier. Hugh Redelmeier. Niclw Crampton, John Weir, Mimi Wal- ter, Cici Walter, Dinan Robson. Winnie Terry, Brend: Pembleton. Gordon Wright, D'a- vid Crampton, Martin Aston, Valerie Stephenson, Carol Weir, Vivienne Terry, Ron Weir and Charlene McKeown. The concluding not featured the entire school as the cast of The Christmas Book. Mrs. E. Pike was pianist. Miss Hilliard is the teacher. ‘ ‘