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MARCH 11 â€"â€" Wednesday at 8.15 pm. the 3rd Richmond Hill Scout Group Ladies’ Auxiliary is holding a St. Patrick‘s day Card Pa“ty. This party will be held at the 'Bayview Plaza Restaurant with prizes and refreshments. Admission 50c. Please call Mrs. btrugnell TU. 4-3751 or Mrs. Weston TU. 4-2252 for ticket in- formation. c1w36 MARCH 9 â€"â€" Monday. The 3rd Richmond Hill Scout Group La- dies' Auxiliary is holding its monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. B. Tapps, 381 Pllmer Ave., at which plans will be discussed for the card party on March 11. Please bring your gifts to be wrapped. _ c1w36 MARCH 10 â€"â€" Tll'bsday. 8 pm. Annual meeting King Memorial Library, King Clty. Speaker Mr. Angus Mowat, Director of Ontar- lo Public Library Service. Re- freshmants. Public cordially in- vited. c1w36 MARCH 11 â€" Wednesday. The regular meeting of lst Richmond Hill Scout Mothers’ Auxiliary will be held in the‘ Municipal Hall 8 pm. A vary interesting film will be shown by represen- tatives of the Bell Telephone Co. c1w36 MARCH 8 -- Sunday. Thornhill L.0.L. No. 91 will hold a banner dedication in Holy Trinity Church, Thornhlll, at 7 pm. All brethren invited. *1w36 MARCH 9 â€" Monday. Square dance with Richmond Hill Com- munity Swing at McConaghy School, at 8:30 pm. sharp. clw36 MARCH 10 â€"â€" Tuesday, the lst Richvale Guide and Brownie Mo- thers are ho‘ding a euchre in the Community Hall, Spruce St. MARCH .13 -- Friday evening. Przsentaflon and dance invhonour of W111iam Hodgson, Warden ,of the County of York, at the Leg- ion Hall, Oak Ridges. Lunch counter. Admission 75c. c2w36 MARCH 6 â€"â€" Friday 8.30 pm. Jefferson School Community Club Square dance at the school. Ev- eryone welcome. c1w36 Cameron's Orchestra, at Canad- ian Legion Hall. Camille Road, Richvale. Sponsored by Rich- mond Hill Branch 375. Canadian Legion. 75c per person. tfc36 MARCH 14 â€" Saturday, 1.30 pm. Rummage sale in Parish Hall of St. Stephen's Anglican Church, Maple. _ > A c2w35 EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT â€" 9.00 pm. - 12.00. Dancing t9 Ma_x EVERY TUESDAY. Bingo J‘VO' at the Legion Hall, King . . Road. Oak Ridges. Cash prhes and jackpot. tfc31 Lobla'ws MARCH 14 â€"- Saturday afterâ€" noon. Pre-Easter showing of Children‘s Fashions by Judy's Children's Wear and Shields' Footwear in Richmond Hill Pres- byterian Sunday School. Spon- sored by Evening Auxiliary. Ad- mission 50c. Door prizes, refresy- BINGO every Thursday. 8 pm. in prgpge Hall, lst house north :f MARCH 14 -â€" Saturday Euchre Members of L.0.L. and L.O.B.A. will hold a euchre at the Orange flail. lst house north of Lobiaws on Yonge St. at 8 pm. sharp. Admission 50c. Lucky door prizes. draw prizes and good euchre priz- es. Lunch. tfc33 ments MARCH 14 â€" Saturday 2:30-5:30 and 7-9 pm. You are cordially invited to attend a Spring tea at Cranberry House, the home of Sir Robert and Lady Watson- Watt, Thornhiil, sponsored by the Fortnighters of Thornhili Presbyterian Church. Proceeds for furnishings of the new church. c2w36 APRIL 2, 3, 4 â€" Thursday, Fri- day and Saturday. Fourth annual Richmond Hill Skating Carnival will be held in the Richmond Hill Arena. c2w36 APRIL 11 -â€" Saturday 1 pm. Rummage sale, Richmond Hill United Church. under the aus- pices of the WA. c1w36 to the Allied Air Force base at Fontalnblcau. France. He was formerly stationed at the RCA. F. station at Downsview. AURORA : Sgt. D. C. Stephens of the R.C.A.F. has been posted AURORA : Officials have estim- ated that some 25 families in this town are affected by the Federal Government's sudden decision to cancel manufacture of the "Ar- row" at the A. V. Roe in Malton. AURORA : The town planning board has approved the new Cos- sar Shopping Centre to be built on Murray Drive. At the same time they turned down the Reg- ency Acres Shopping Centre to be built by Consolidated Bulld- ing Corporation. EOY SCOUT I959 FINANCIAL CAMPAIGN . YORK SUMMIT DISTRICT MARCH 9 â€" 21 Coming Events *1w36 c3w35 “‘39:. A move to investigate the possibilities and advisabil- ity of incorporation was made at Monday night’s town council meeting when Councillor W. J. Haggart presented a resolution asking the solicitor and auditor to make a complete report to council. The resolution was séconded by Councillor Paterson and carried unanimously. Reeve Perkins said the talk of seceding from the county doesn’t do any good. “Maybe that’s why the county doesn’t want to build our road,” he said. Richmond Hill with a rapidly growing population which last December 3lst stood at 14,210 may soon be- come a city. ‘ Previously Mayor Tomlin mentioned the possibility of incorporation as a city which would mean separation from the County of York. Referring to Richmond Hill’s dealing with the county, the Mayor said, “I am sick, sore and dis- gusted.” He said in the earlier days of the county the ad~ ministration was dominated by large municipalities around Toronto and other municipalities were taken for a ride. Now the same thing is happening only the county is dom- inated by the northern municipalities and we’re going for another ride not to the benefit of Richmond Hill. Deputy-reeve Tinker said‘ Richmond Hill’s county levy of $103,000. is the third largest, exceeded only by Vaughan with $126,072. and Markham with $117,168. He pointed out that Richmond Hill’s association with other municipal- ities in the county is comparable to Toronto’s position in the Metropolitan organization. “We all work together for the good of the larger community,” he said. Councillor Haggart in support of his motion said Rich- mond Hill this year pays a county levy of $104,000. and re- ceives questionable benefit. The Mayor stated the population requirement for a city is 15,000, and the approval of the Ontario Municipal Board is required. A vote of the people is not necessary but sometimes is considered desirable. Following a conference with a representative of the Ontario Department of Transport, Rich- mond Hill Police Committee re- ported to Town Council Monday night recommending a 30-mile limit on Bayview Avenue. Town Counlci To Study Advantages Of City Status Speed Limit Qhanges For Bayview And Yonge Council accepted the recom- mendatim and will communicate with Markham Township asking that permission be granted for erection of the necessary signs. Council accepted another rec- ommeigiation of the Police Com- mittee that permission be asked to extend the 30 mile limit to the town boundaries on Yonge Street. Chairman Haggart said the Transport Department represent- ative was favorable to “yield right of way" signs and he would give a complete report at the next meeting. The expert has expres- sed the opinion “the yield right of way signs" are superior to stop signs in many locations. The opinion was expressed that there are too many stop signs in Richâ€" mond Hill. Committee Will Report VOLUME LXXX, NUMBER 36 Allancourt Ratepayers wrote council regarding the need tor park playground in the area. Council has made arrangements to utilize the Walter Scott school grounds. Council was advised a builder is contemplating a 23 suite apart- ment building on Benson Avenue. Suites will rent from $65. to $85 per month. Don Butchard. operator of the Fina Station on Yonge St.. was granted permission to stay open all night. six nights a week. Water Resources Commission advised Council of plans for al- terations and improvements to the sewage disposal plant to cost $11,275. On motion of Councillor Haggart it was approved to be paid from the number two ac- count. ' On motion of Councillor Brad- stock, Assessment Commissioner Johnston was granted $200 for ex- penses to attend a convention of assessors in Ottawa. Councillor Bradstock asked for a parking ban on Centre St. East at the Lions' Hall during the season of bad roads. Councillor Bradstock, Parks Chairman. reported that at the next meeting he would present plans and estimates for the pro- posed addition to the Richmond Hill arena. Mr. Bradstock said he did not get an answer regarding the al- ternative site he had in mind for the Retarded Children's School so as much as he hated to do it he moved the town grant the site at Sussex and Centre Street. The motion carried. Councillor Paterson announced he would hold a meeting sopn to consider the establishing of tovgn wards for election purposes. Councillor Haggart complained that town regulations in regard to dual occupancy are being ig- nored. Council authorized the publication of advertisement re- garding the ban on basement apartments. Councillor Ross urged some work to improve the road on Centre Street East near the railâ€" way tracks. iCouncil approved the appoint- ment of Robert W. Dayton of Righmond Hill as a police cadet. Reeve Perkins moved that the Industrial Commissioner be asked _to report regularly to council. “We want to know what he is doing" said the Reeve. Mayor Tomlin stated the Commissioner had appeared last year and given council a very fine report of his activities. Reeve Perkins suggest- ed periodical reports from the building inspector. “I think all these officials should renort reg- ularly to council," he said. Markham Township Coun- cil expressed concern Monday when notified by Deputy- reeve W. Dean that the New- market Bus Line has temp- orarily discontinued their city bus along Bayview Ave- nue. The poor condition of Bayview between No. 7 High- way and Markham Road was given as the reason for the decision to cancel the ser- vice. 5 m As of January 1 Bax'view as far north as Markham Road became a county road and placed under the juris- diction of the Toronto and York Roads Commission. Council felt the loss of the service would prove a defin- ite handicap to the residents of both Markham Township and Richmond Hill. Discontinue Bus Poor Condition Bayvzew Ave. “In Essentials Unity; in Non-Essentials Liberty; in all things Charity. RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 1959 Mayor K. W. Tomlin, guest speaker at St. Mary’s Men’s Club, Sunday morning predicted a slight increase in Richmond Hill taxes this year. He mentioned a raise of one to one and a half mills. The Mayor gave a very in- teresting and comprehensive talk on the municipal administration in Richmond Hill and predicted the town’s population will double within the next five years. Dealing with the tax rate he said local ratepayers are fortunate to enâ€" joy the existing rate which is low in comparison to many other municipalities. An interesting question period followed the talk and t1 ‘eries cov- eredpaJwi' efield of! ca} acti‘v- was}. The Mayor did a fine job of supplying the information re- quested. Mayor Expects ‘ Tax Rate ToGoUp Eighty members were present as the Men’s Club held their Len- ten Corporate Communion, fol- lowed by breakfast in Wrixon Hall. The guest speaker was in- troduced by the Rector Rev. Jas. O'Neil, and welcomed by Rev. Edward Morley, former rector of St. Paul's Runnymede, where Mr. Tomlin was for many years a member. Convened by‘Mrs. David Hig- gins, the ladies of the Evening Guild prepared and served a de- licious hot breakfast for which effort they were accorded a hear- ty vote of thanks. Student Orators MacKilIop H. & S. The February _meeting of the MacKillop Home and School As- sociation featured the oratorical preliminary contest, the winner to represent the school March 4, at the inter-school oratorical con- test, held in the Crosby Heights School auditorium, Assistant Principal Earl Orser explained that there would be a junior and a senior winner in each division â€" prepared and impromptu Seek Joint Meeting On N. Y onge Bus speeches -Taking part in the prepared speeches were: Ricky Borgstrom, Dale Kinnear, Sharon Cowan, Mery Farwell, Joan Mabley, Pat- riria Morley. The impromptu speakers were Sally Kay, Louise Puntz, Sharon Wilkinson, Judith Hook, Diane Andrews and Alan Howard. While the judges were out, the regular business was conducted by President Keith Sully. This week, March 1 to 7, is Education Week, and featured open house at each school and the oratorical finals at Crosby School. Mr. Newman complimented the talented children for their fine speeches & invited all MacKillop parents to visit the school on “open house" night, to see the work of the pupils â€" arranged under subject matter -â€"â€" and en- joy the school choir. _ The capable judges for the av- ening were Mr. Gord. Crutcher, Mrs. Newton-Smith, and Mr. Bob- ertson who declared the winners to be for the prepared speeches â€" Sharon Cowan and Mary Far- well: for the impromptu speeches â€" Sharon Wilkinson and Alan Howard. Our members offer them our congratulations and best wishes for success in the finals. On recommendation of Deputy-reéve W. Dean, Markham Township Council Monday decided to press for an early meeting with Rich- mond Hill and Vaughan Township regarding the fu- ture operation of the North Yonge Bus Line. The line is owned jointly by the three municipalities and operated on their behalf by the T.T.C. Richmond Hill is the major shareholder. The present T.T.C. agree- ment is due to expire in 1960. At the last joint meeting held sometime ago the municipa1~ ities decided to approach the T.T.C. regarding a new agreement. However, due to the internal disagreements in the T.T.C., the commission has been unable to meet with the municipalities. If the municipalities are unable to reach an agreement with the T.T.C., Markham will then suggest they seek offers from some of the inde- pendently owned bus lines. The untimely death of Mr. Ri- chard Truswell, Felix Road, Rich- mond Hill happened on Yonge Street, just south of Richvale last Friday night when his light car ran into the back of a truck driven by George Cruickshank of Langstaff. Mr. Truswell was driv- ing home alone from Toronto, where he was employed as an es- timator for the heating contract- ing firm of Tulloch 8: Stephen. Born in Saskatchewan in 1930, and after living for a number of years in Toronto, Mr. Truswell moved to Richmond Hill with his family in 1957. A keen sportsman, Mr. Truswell was a member of the Silver Buck hunting club. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mad- elane Truswell and two sons, Mi- chael aged three, and James aged five. Funeral services were con- ducted at the Wright & Taylor Funeral Home on Monday, March 2, by Rev. J. W. Newton-Smith, Rector of St. Gabriel Anglican Church. Interment took place in Richmond Hill Cemetery, the pallbearers were Messrs. Ken Laing, Jim Stephen, Hart Boyce, Doug Miller, Ed Boyce, Sam Wright. R. Truswell Killed In Car Accident Council Hears Service {who “Plam For Pool Markham Road Subject Of Lengthy Debate By Richmond Hill Councifi Richmond Hill Town Council Monday night accorded approval to the plan for an indoor swimming pool and boys’ club building submitted by a joint committee of three service clubs. In'giving general approval in principle to the plans submitted, council on motion of Councillor W. J. Haggart referred it to the finance committee for detailed consideration. Present Condition Deplorable Suggest Town Grant $100,000. The estimated cost of the combined project is $253,- 000.00. The town is asked for a grant of $100,000., the ser- vice clubs will try to raise as much of the balance as poss- ible, setting a goal of $40,000. to $50,000. It was sfiggested the balance might be raised by debentures issued by the town which could be paid back through operation of the pool. Warren Davey acted as spokes- man for the delegation represents ing the service clubs and was sup- ported by Harold Sanderson, Lions Club President, Phillip Barth of Rotary Club and Ray Nugent and Ray Gemmill of the Kinsmen. In proposing the erection of an indoor pool Mr. Davey said that with today's increasing interest in water safety and water sports it is essential that facilities be readily available for the instruc- tion of swimming lessons and in promotion of swimming events. He said the three service clubs propose with the help of the town to erect an indoor swimming pool in the park. When completed it would be turned over to the municipality. ... w..--_‘_ .w- V, 7 The proposed pool will have a standard Olympic size pool 75 ft. by 35 ft. with an appropriate area for seating facilities. Mr. Davey said investigation has convinced the committee the pool can be operated on a profitable basis. and the revenue derived would be enough to pay all operating ex- penses and show a profit for the town. It was suggested the pool would be of use to local school boards in physical education pro- grams. .. . :- n__ __.. The overall size of the pro- posed pool is Approximately 8.450 square feet and the cost would be $175,000. Taking into considera- tion the need for a boys’ club building suggested recently to council by the Kinsmen it was pointed‘out there were advantag- es in having the two projects combined. The estimated cast of the combined project is $253,000. In submitting the plans for the swimming pool and also for the combined project including the boys’ club building the commit- tee expressed the opinion they are worthwhile projects deserv- ing the whole-hearted support of Mayor Tomlin assured the del- egation the project will have council's consideration. “I think I can assure you it will have sym- pathetic support of all members of council, but just how much financial assistance we can afford will have to be determined after study by the finance committee," he said. the town of Richmond Hill. Mayor Tomlin said he thought the decision to plan for an indoor' pool was a wise one, and that such a pool was one of the town's few remaining needs. He thought it would have general support. He suggested council could con- sider a capital grant to the pro-- ject. or a special levy might be made for a short term of years. if such a speciéi levy is cbnsid- ered it might be advisable to sub- mit a referendum to the ratepayâ€" ers Solicitor J. D. Lucas said that such a debenture issue would rc- quire approval of the Ontario Municipal Board, but did not re- quire a referendum. However, the Municipal Board might direct that a vote be taken. NEWMARKET â€" Council has called on the Federal Government to take some positive action to aid the former A. V. Roe aircraft workers at Malton. Council has estimated some 138 families are affected by the sudden layoffi. Letters complaining of the action will be sent to Prime Minister Dicfenbaker and Premier Leslie Frast STOUFFVILLE : Officials of the Metro Conservation Authority have estimated the village's share for the proposed flood control program will be $1,012.00. The authority hopes to gain substan- tial support from the Federal government Watch For Floods Concerned by the threat of flooding conditions in creeks and culverts, Mr. E. J. Sand, Chairman of School Area No. 1, Markham-Vau- ghan Safety Committee, would like to stress again that parents should super- vise their children going to and returning from school. Lions Club President Har- old Sanderson Monday night extended an invitation to Mayor Tomlin and members of town council to attend the March 19 meeting of the club when Industrial Commission- er Langford will be guest speaker. The talk will deal with the industrial develop- ment of Richmond Hill. At a recent meeting of Ar- ea principals, the motion was carried that children and parents should be asked to inform the school principal of any flooding detected, and he will notify the necessary authorities so that safety measures may be taken. Groups of mothers are al- ready on the watch and are taking turns, in some areas, guarding their children from danger. Parents Warned Council Invited HOME PAPER OF THE DISTRICT SINCE 1878 SINGLE COPY 10c Give Generously Richmond Hill's Share County Rd. To Be $300,744 Council Monday night took no definite action but instructed the Roads Committee to confer with the Ontario Highways Depart- ment and find out the subsidies payable by the province on the County project and also the pos- _sible subsidies on a modified plan which might be undertaken by Richmond Hill without County co-operation. If Richmond Hill does not agree to this project the County has expressed its intention of handing the road back to Richmond Hill as of March 3lst. Deputy-reeve S. F. Tinker, Chairman of the Roads Committee, reported to Monday night’s town council meet- ing that Richmond Hill faces a substantial expenditure of $301,000. if Markham Road is improved as a Toronto and York Roads Commission project. In the meantime Town Council will insist that the County which assumed the road on January 1st of this year put it in decent. con- dition. The road is now in a “deplorable state" and 3‘ ayor Tomlin was sharply critical of the Toronto and York Roads Commis- sion “for assuming the road on January lst of this year but mak- ing no provision for its mainteno ance.” It was stated the' County has done some work on the road this week. There has been some gra- ding and 1,200 tons of gravel were placed on the worst spots. Mayor Tomlin said this was done only after persistent phone calls by the town. The report sparked a lengthy and sometimes heated discussion with some harsh words for York County Coun- cil and its Roads Commission. Total estimated cost of con- struction of a 48-foot roadway with storm sewers and sidewalk is $438,244. of which Richmond Hill will be re- quired to raise $300,744.00. Alternatives to accepting the County proposal include the con- struction of a 28 foot pavement of the type used on other town streets, with storm sewers and a sidewalk which would cost an es- timated $200,000. To Present Clerambard Hart House Next Week Readers will undoubtedly re- member the Curtain Club's suc- cess with their production of CLERAMBARD when it won top honours at the Central Ontario Drama Festival. They will also remember the fun the Toronto papers had by referring to “The Bridgit Bardot of Richmond Hill" when writing their articles about Mrs. Sheila Seigerman’s award for the best actress. Due to the fact that the play was never pres- ented in the Hill. far too few res- idents were able to see and judge for themselves this controversial play. Apparently there were al- so a large number of theatre- goers in Toronto who only heard about the play and never got to see it, because by popular de- mand the Central Ontario Dra- ma League has decided to arrange for a repeat run on March 9, 10 and 11, at HART HOUSE THE- ATRE in Toronto. For several reasons we are very pleased to hear of this de- cision. In the first place, it is an honour for Richmond Hill. In the second place the chance of the Curtain Club being sked to represent Central Onta o in ,the forthcoming Dominion Drama Festival are rated as good and public performances are the best way of smoothing off any rough spots that make the difference between a good performance and an excellent performance. In the third place residents of Ridh- mond Hill will now be able to see for themselves their own 10- cal talent which was described Single Copy YOUR HOME PAPER ’ALL THE NEWS OF THE DISTRICT SEND DONATIONS Campaign Chairman Box 376, Richvale, Ont,‘ There would be some provincial subsidy if the work had depart- ment approval but the extent is ndt known until a meeting is held with the provincial officials. Councillor Bradstock was criti- cal of the road conditions and the handling of the whole matter. He suggested the County should be asked to outline a definite policy as to taking over of roads so other municipalities would not ha 9 repetition of Richmond Hill. perience; He asked if theg matter was aA‘fpolitica} dod' Councillor Haggart said whole thing is utterly ridl The County insists on a 4 road but is willing to p ‘ '- only 21 feet. In reviewing the history wfif-u. negotiations, Mayor Tomli Richmond Hill council was. ’, in, the impression the Coun taken over the road on J lst, 1958. However, ha " = through the year it was "51' the County was not assumi ;7 v_ road until January lst, 1959. was critical of the fact that ‘l; mond Hill council was not :-~ -: ed of County plans. The Ma said it was one of the most fla- grant of inconsistencies that while (Continued on page 3) Reeve Perl-{fins said the; was taken over by the Coun der pressyre. A A Many people have wondered why the Curtain Club decided not to run this play at their usual “theatre” the Lions Hall, and we have found out that it was con- sidered unsuitable for Richmond Hill because parts of it were a little raw and near the bone and the theme dealt with a woman of easy virtue. The majority of the audience who saw the prize win- ning performance found nothing objectionable in its presentation and we would suggest that all our adult readers make a point of seeing the play and judging for themselves. In this way, they will not only spend a very enjoyable evening in Toronto. but they will also be supporting a group of local residents who have worked so hard to bring credit to the community. as "on a par with good profess- ionals". Reserve Monday. Tuesday or Wednesday evening for theatre night in Toronto. Make up a par- ty and meet your friends in Hart House Theatre. For further de- tails, see the advertisement in this edition. FATALITIES 0 ACCIDENTS INJURIES 29 2 ACCIDENT RECORD RICHMOND HILL 1959 10 Cents