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The Liberal, 12 Nov 1959, p. 6

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Mrs. Mabel Hall, Mrs. George Harvey and Mrs. John Dew look- ed after the rack of dolls' clothes and table filled with dolls, stufled toys and clothing. Customers stood three deep al- ong the long table attractively la- den wlth food and confections. Mrs. Donald Findlay. Mrs. Irvlng L. Scott and Mrs. E. Sullivan looked after the delicatessen sec- tion and shelves of pickles and preserves. Mrs. Gordon Orr, Mrs. Ewart Patton and Mrs. Mervin Wilson were kept busy packaging pies. cakes. tarts. breads and rolls. Mrs. Glenn Sawyer and Mrs. Alex Knlght sold the home-made clllocolates fudge and toffee ap- p es. Miss Kay Clark was named se- cond vice-president; Mrs. George Dawson. recording secretary; Mrs. William 8. Cook. corAresgonding In aid of refugee work, Mrs. Douglas Henderson had a table of children's knitted sweaters. rub- ber mats and copies of her book, “I Live and Move". Beautifully-made aprons, some sewn indetail and others decor- ated with stamped flowers. were rapidly sold by Mrs. Donald Hadwen and Mrs. Ray Love. Mrs. Jack Parsons and Mrs. J. C. Wem- 575: were in charge of the sewing and Mrs. Warren McKendry and Mrs. Robert Cane, the knitted goods. Women stood in line. waiting their turn for tea convened by Mrs. Verdun Gordon; assisted by Mrs. Pearl Wilson. Moving up from v1ce~president, Mrs. Ian G. Gilchrist was elected president at the annual meeting of King City Unit 0! Aurora and District Branch. Canadian Cancer Sodety, in the Masonic Hall. _ secretary; treasurer. Annual Bazaar The minister's wife. Mrs. Mar- tin Jenkinson. opened the annual bazaar of King City United Church W.A., which was patron- ized by a large crowd of early Christmas shoppers. Mrs. A. J. Gordon convened the sale, assisted by Mrs. David Anderson. Mrs. Anderson 8: Miss Annie McBride were in charge of the collection of single and double violet plants ranging from 25c to $2 colourful bouquets of ’mums from Aurora, selling at $1.: house plant cuttings. Christ- mas cards and sparkling Yule corsages. Committee convenors elected were, Mrs. Ross Walker. welfare; Mrs. Leonard Appleyard, dres- sings, assisted by Mrs. Keith Sambden; Mrs. C. T. McMullen, transportation: Mrs. George Law. rence, publicity; Mrs. Quentin Hardy, education; Mrs. E. E. Har- rison, campaign." Dr. Quentin Hardy was re-el- ected Chairman of the Board of Directors formed by Mrs. P. Rob- ertson, Mrs. Jack Barraclqugh, Mrs. Effie Bath. Mrs. Norman Etheridge, Mrs. Irving L. Scott and Mr. Ken Sutton. Mrs. Keith Cambden was named chairman of nOmlnationI. 6 THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill King City Cancer Unit Elects I960 Officers The 30 members attending the annual meeting saw two moving pictures on “Timer Talks” by Mrs. Frank T. Rostance, Chair- man of Welfare Services, and Mr. C. L. King, President of Ontario Division. Mr. King outlined pm- gress being made in cancer re- search. education and services to paiients; J Mrs. Rostance streSSed the val- uable efforts of 50.000 volunteer workers in Ontario, the movie showing some of their activities in transporting patients and pro- viding them with dressings and comforts. Reiirlng as President of the CLERK'S FIRST NOTICE OF POSTING OF VOTERS'UST Notice is hereby given that I have com- plied with Section 9 of THE VOTERS’ LISTS ACT and that I have posted up at my ofl’ice ataVandorf, Ontario. on the 6th day of Nov- ember, 1959, the list of all persons entitled to vote in the said Municipality at municipal elections and that such list remains there for inspection. Dated at'Vandorf this 6111 day of Nov- ember. 1959. And I hereby call upon all voters to take immediate proceedings to have any er- ror or omissions corrected according to law. The last day for appeals being the 20th day of November, 1959. TOWNSHIP OF WHITCHURCH Mrs. A. J. Gordorf, King City, Oak Ridges “The Liberal" is always pleased to publish items of . est regarding people and events in the Oak Ridge: Wilcox and King City districts. Our news correspt in King City in Mrs. William‘ J. Houstbn. tele TEmple 3-5457; and in Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox Ellenk-Oh n.4,“. AIIhr-v An.” nhnna PR. 3-5610. King City Notes JOHN w. CRAWFORD. Clerk Township of Whitchurch Before formally presentlng to Chairman Dr. Hardy, the branch charter plaque from headquarters. Mrs. Donald Findlay “I’m not {sure if I've been asked to make Ithe presentation as Chairman of the Village or the men’s auxilâ€" lary." To celebrate his third birthday. Bruce Shipley had a masquerade party, concluding with refresh- ments and lighted cake. Among those at the party given by Mrs. Bruce Shipley were Timmy Crouch. Michael Ormsby. Allan Douglas and Bruce's sister, Deb- bie. Home and School Representing the Cancer Unit, Mrs. Quentin Hardy and Mrs. John Fox displayed literature and clothing made by members. and pinned tiny daffodils on customers as they arrived. Birthday Party Members considered their sale "successful" and were pleased with the comparatively new sale of plants. Tonight’s meeting of King City Home and School Association at the Doris M. Patton School will be addressed by Dr. John Gaby, Optician from Woodbridge, on ‘Eye Disturbances in Childhood}: The bank is remaining open during lunch time, (so the new schedule is from 10 to 3, five days a week. Teen Dance Treasurer Mrs. A. J. Gordon reported total receipts-of $2,324.36 and a balance on hand of $92.38 after funds were turned over to Aurora Unit. The program is in charge of the H alth Committee, Mrs. Ho- ward legg. Mr. Keith Cambden and Mr. Warren McKendry. Bake Sale Part of the "home" baking at that sale held last week by the Hospital for Slck Children’s Wo- men’s Auxiliary came from King City. From the local bakery went loaves of white, brown and cheese bread, cherry rings and rolls. P.0. Boxes Ready As a convenience to the vill- age's increased population, some 300 new boxes have been install- ed in the Post Office lobby. King City’s first Teen Club dance at the Eva L. Dennis School meant a lively social even- ing for 55 young people, the boys slightly outnumbering the_ girls: Walfzing, jive and Virglnlaireel were all to the recorded music of a 111-11 set, which the young peop- King City Unit to head the Au- rora Branch, Mrs. Donald Findlay thanked the executive and all those who worked to make the past year “an outstanding suc- cess." She expressed “Heartfelt thanks for responsibilities ac- cepted and graciously fulfilled and concluded, “I wish you every success in the coming year.” . . . 1 Mrs. Irving L. Scott presented the report of the nominating committee and a later executive meeting was proposed to fill the vacancy of firstAvicefpx-esident. Mrs. Harold Ratcliff, as Educa- tion Convener, spoke of booths operated by volunteers at local functions to explain the Society’s work. Reviewing the year’s activities, Secretary Mrs. Dawson told of work meetings when little girls’ dresses, women’s nightgowns and soft toys were made, fun nights held; 627 dressings and 109 bed pads made under the direction of Dressings Convenor Mrs. Apple- yard; 35 rides for patients arrang- ed by Mrs. C. T. McMullen; the Spring campaign guided by Dr. Quentin Hardy raising $2,179. and a tea at the home of Mrs. C. F. W. Burns convened by Mrs. Gordon and Mrs. Scott. 0%.. Thursday, Nevem'aer 12. 1959 “The Liberal” is always pleased to publish items of inter- est regarding people and events in the Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox Ind King City districts. Our news correspondent in King City in Mrs. WilliamlJ. Houstbn. telephone TEmple 3-5457: 1nd in Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox. Mrs. Elisabeth Orton, Aubrey Ave., phone PR. 3-5610. he took turns operating. Cookies made by Mrs. James Wilkins, soft drinks and potato chips were sold. Mr. Robert Seymour, Presi- dent of the Home and School As- sociation, and another member. Mr. Wilkins, were counsellors in attendance. The club's executive is meeting soon to plan more dances and whatever programs the members want. Leave Village Residents of King City more than 30 years, Mr. and Mrs. Ed- win Archibald are leaving their King St. home to live with their son. Clarke. at Bolsover. Mr. and Mrs. Clarke Archibald moved a few weeks ago from the ‘village with their sons. Bert, Ronnie and Carl, to operate a marine service and restaurant, after selling their sports busi- ness at Oak Ridges. r Led by Mrs. Harold Gilbert, the Junior Choir of King City United Church sang at the Sun- day anniversary service of Tes- ton Sunday School. Children‘s Shop VTVhé beginning of December, Mr. and Mrs. G. T. ‘Jock’ Thomp- son and their daughter, Gail. are moving from Springhill Rd. to Mr. and Mrs. Clarke. Archibald's house on King St. Need Blood Donors Mrs. Emerson Wallace and Mr. Stan Roots are receiving the names of any village volunteers who wish to give a blood dona- tion at the clinic being held on Tuesday afternoon and evening. November 17. in Aurora United hurch. “There’ nothing to it". voughes rs. Wa ace, an experienced donor. Junior Choir If carpentry changes can be made right away in the former Bell exchange office on North Keele St., a children’s wear shop will be opened before the end of November. A local resident for the past three years, Miss Mary Ditta and her partner from Toronto, Mary Kennedy, plan to call their new venture, “Mary's Children’s Wear". They will stock clothing to suit infants to 14oyear-olds. Visiting Day No financial objective has been set for this year’s canvass among 210 families connected with All Saints: Anglican Church. Damage to King Memorial L!- brary's front door was done by pranksters before Hallowe’en. In- surance does not cover the direct B-B shot that pierced the glass, nor the half dozen scratches pos- sibly m_ad_e by broker} glass. 7 On Sunday, November 15. there will be 56 canvassers calling on Anglican families, under the leadership of Teamfiaptains, Mr. Ken Sutton, Mr. Robert Walker, Mr. George Hately, Mr. E. White and Mr. A. E. Jarvis. Libnry New The Library Board, meeting last week, decided to leave the door as lt is for the present, so it could come under. next year’s budget. VThe Board’s last meeting is scheduled for January, after which three of the six members in office for one year will either beAl'e-elected or replaced. The present executive consists of Chairman H. Cheetham and secretary Mn. George Berry, se- lected by Village Trustees; ‘Mrs. Jack Cargm and Mrs. N. J. Coe, named by S. S. 2 School Board, and Mrs. Harvey Malcolm and Mrs. J. R. Jones, representing the Separate School Board. At the schools will be display- ed the books, one for each class- room. being glVen by the Lib- rary Board to mark the week. Funeral During Young Canada Book Week from November 13 to 21, teachers are invited by Chief Ll- brarian Mrs. A. E. Jarvis to bring their classes to therrllbrary. Funeral services were held last Thursday at Brown Bros. Chapel, Eglinton Ave. W., for Mr. Harry Pearson. father of Mrs. John Whalley. c! He died November 2 at St. Michael's Hospital, leaving his widow. the former Eva Humph- reys; three daughters, Mrs; Whal- Iey, Mrs. Harold Robinson and Mrs. Harry Irwin; two sisters Mrs. James Glendennjng anti Mrs. Arthur Coleman. and seven grandchildren. In New Home Mr. and Mrs. William Burlison and their son, William, have mov- ed into their newly-built home on Martin St. in Kingsview sub- division. Mr. Burllson Is an ex- ecutive with DeHavilland and his son attends the Dom M. Patton School. Little Helper: Lmle Helpers For their annqal gathering, the Little Helpers' of All Saints’ Church held their own Sunday afternoon service, conducted by Mr. Gordon Tetley. Mr. Tetley spoke on the theme of “Jesus Loves Me.” As the children were leaving they received plastic bags of candies and favors from the Little Helpers‘ Secretary-Treas- urer, Mrs. Gordon Bennet, and Mrs. William Cook. who had ar- Cleaners & Dyers OAK RIDGES (Yonge St.) Proprietors: Art a Do: Jennings Free Pick-Up & Delivery Full Laundry Service Phone: PR. 3-5392 ranged the rsenfice W-filveâ€" c'fi'iidren‘s offering of $24 will be forwarded to help 'other children Ithrough missions. Cognpillorflgefiireg Being-e King To'wnship's nom- inations night. November 27. at Schomberg, Councillor Ray Jen- nings, who topped the votes giv- en last year's councillors, has announced his intention to retire from Township Council. Lndies’ Night For Ladies' Night, King City Lions took their wives to the Ridge Inn for dinner and an ev- ening of square and round danc- ing and _e_uchre. First King Scouts and Cubs Ladies Auxiliary passes along its appreciation to the community for gathering rummage for the sale at Willowdale, Saturday, which netted $127.26. 7 1 highlight of entertainment was the singing of a quartette from Lakeshore Lions’ Club. Lion Stan Roots arranged the out- lng. Rummage Sale A A planter arrangement don- ated by landscape gardener, Mr. Eric Elf, will be auctioned at the .Ladies’ Auxiliary regular meet- ing next Monday evening at the lgome of Mrs. Heaslip on Martin t. Mrs. William Heasllp. reports good winter clothing left over was taken to the Salvation Army in Aurora. Stafiing the sale were Mrs. Donald Dixon. Mrs. James Crooks, Mrs. Ralph Hunter, Mrs. Archie Macnaughton, Mrs. Rob- ert Ritchie, Heather Crooks, Judy Gamble, Nan Funke. Joan Fluck- er and Dick Macnaughton. The new executive will be in- stalled by Mrs. C. Cassidy of Oak Ridges. vice-chairman of the ex- ecutive board for the ladies’ aux- iliaries of York Summit District. All mothers of Scouts and Cubs are invited. This message sponsored by “The Liberal” and Radio Station CJRH On November 2, the monthly meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Canadian Legion Branch 570, was held at their new head- quarters. The evenlng was mark- ed hy the election of officers for the forthcoming years. as follows: President, Mrs. I". Klllick: lst Vice, Mrs. G. Windsor; 2nd Vice. Mrs. G. Taylor; Recording Sec- retary. Mrs. E. Atcheson; Cor- responding Secretary. Mrs. L. Macfadden; Treasurer. Mrs. S. Charuk; Entertainment. Mrs. M. Daigle; Sergeant-at-arms, Mrs. G. Marr; Ex'ecutive Cominitteé. Mrs. G. Murray. Mrs. J. Lupson, Mr_s: D. Jegntng}, M_rs._ 020133. The week-ends of October 24 and 25 and October 31 - Nov- ember ]. were busy one: for Dr. J. N. Emerson, Bond Lake, Dr. Emerson, Professor of archaeol- ogy at the University of Toronto. and Mr. W. Kenyon, from the Royal Ontario Museum, led a group of students on a “dig” at a site known as the Miller Site at Pickering. About 70 or 80 stud- ents went by chartered bus each day, and digging in five foot squares, unearthed many pieces of pottery, arrow heads, etc.. vai- The Eighty Seventh Anniver- sary of Teston United Church was celebrated Sunday. Many friends from neighbouring con- gregations joined in those spec- ial services. At the morning ser- vice Rev. Martln Jenkinson spoke of God's great gifts to be found around us and of the importance of the little everyday happenings as emphasized by Jesus' teachings in the parables. The Junior Choir of King City under the dedicated leadership of Mrs. Harold Gilbert with Mrs. Adam Davidson at the organ rendered several number. After the service the Teston ch it served lunch.to the thirty tlve young people of the King Choir. At the evening service the guest speaker the Rev. W. W. Patterson, of St. Matthew’s United Church, Richmond Hill chose as his text “Ye are the Light of the World" and urged that the _ch_u1:eh needs a “hot nucleus" of vital Christians at its core who will defend the faith against the invasion of ma- terialism and many mother Oak Ridges. Lake Wilcox Soriab “There bug (or the grace 0' III... CORRESPONDENT: MISS JOAN PELLETIER Phone Maple 4R1: TESTON NEWS mentally retarded children CAN be helped! You May Help Th e Retarded By Sending Your Donation ,To THORNHAVEN SCHOOL FOR RETARDED CHILDREN BOX 333 - RICHMOND HILL These words of gratitude can be uttered by any father or mother with a normal youngster. The fact is, a mentally retarded child can be born to anyone.“ regardless of economic status, educational background, race, colour or religion. There are at least 70 known or suspected reasons for this condition that can occur before or during birthâ€"or in early childhood. In Canada alone. 34 mentally retarded children are born every day. Give thanks that your child is normal by helping a great cause. noble in assessing the type of people the ancient Indians were. During the past summer 23 bur- ial plots were found at the site. which is unique, being only one or two in all Ontario. It is be- lieved to be 1,000 years old and bridges the gap between the an- cient Indian and the Iroquois who were here when the white man settled in Ontario. An enrolment ceremony was held at the Brethren in Christ Church last Thursday, admitting eleven new members to Brownies. A number of mothers were pres- ent to watch their daughters be. come “tweenies'. Those admitted were Ruth Crossman. Sharon and Shirley Dickson. Joyce Stevenson, Pat Newstead, Betty Porter, Ver- na Nicholson, Judy Murray. Jan- ice McRither, Kathy Lapelie and Annemarie Beeton. The new Brownie Pack is now active at Lake Wilcox. Brownies will meet at the school there every Thurs- day from 3.45 pm. to 5 15.121. Brown Owl for the new pack will be Mrs. H. Peschel and Tawny Owl, Mrs. S. Charuk. There are vacancies for any little girl, aged “isms” which crowds our world today. The choir of Victoria Square United Church led by Mrs. C. B. Barker sang “If Ye Love Me" and "Lift up Your Heads." The building of the addition to the church at Teston ls pro~ gressing well. The block work for the basement is completed and with fine weather the frame work will_ soon be up._ We are pleased to report that Mr. Garnet Diceman Is out of the cast for his broken leg and learn- ing to walk with crutches. At the time of writing he is In hospital but llSlopes to be home again this wee . Glad to hear that Mr. Norman McKinnon is also out of his cast and gradually gaining strength. We extend our: sincere sym- athy to Mrs. John Gray in the 053 last week of a niece, Mrs. Jospph McCarthy 9f Hamilton._ WE are plea§ed to hear that Mrs. Ab Richards is home from hospital and feeling much better. 01' 0V8!" EVERY TUESDAY at 8pm. Canadian Legion Bingo In Oak Ridges Shopping Plaza at. the former Archie’s Sport 82 Cycle Store Plenty of Free Parking Cash prizes and jackpot Township 0f Whitchurch MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS This information may be ascertained by checking the Voters’ List posted up in your Post Ofiice or by telephoning Phone PArkview 7-4783 Gonnley 5299 Any time between 9 am. and 5 13.111. Week- days (except Saturdays). To qualify to vote at Municipal Elec- tions, you must be: 21 years of age; a British Subject; an owner or tenant; a farmer’s son, farmer’s daughter or farmer’s sister or wife of a person who is entered or was entitled to be entered on the assessment roll as a far- mer’s son. 10:00 AM. TO 8:00 PM. (Standard Time) IS YOUR NAME ON THE VOTERS’ LIST? Remember the last date for filing ap- peals at the Office of the Clerk, Municipal Office, Vandorf is on or before November 20th. WE'RE BACK! Monday, December 7th, 1959 THE TOWNSHIP CLERK’S OFFICE WHY NOT JOIN US? JOHN W. CRAWFORD. Clerk, Township of Whitchurch

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