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The Liberal, 24 Mar 1960, p. 9

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Typewriters - Adding Machines SALES - SERVICE - RENTALS L.H 'your office machine specialist' 88 Baker A ve.. Day or Evenings TU. +1745 See portable models at ‘Wight's Pharmacy’ I SIMS Richmond Hill ‘11 popular makes on hand Special Students’ Rates ~â€"â€"-. _ DOMESTIC FUEL OILS AND BURNER SERVICE HALL'S SERVICE STATION LTD.‘ ' TU. 4 - 436] ing school, if OVER 33? Interested In FLYING Effective March 31. 1960. the government has an- nounced the cancellation of its flying training subsidy to people 33 years of age and older. over $100.00 and enjoy club membership at the Markham-Toronto Flying Club. Canada’s newest fly- you enroll now. For complete information Call HUdson 8-3068 or Markham 44-wâ€"4‘ Drive out this Sunday and see us. MARKHAM - TORONTO FLYING CLUB, LOCUST HILL, ONTARIO East of Markham on Highway No. 7 You can save REGAL AUTO BODY 319 Enford ‘Road (off Industrial Road) RICHMOND HILL Complete Collision Service Bus: AV. 5- 4702 Res: TU. 4-3485 t' Phone TU. 4~l311 “13% NERAL’ srnNLsY PIPHER L2 Established 1878 730 in" HO M E I FIRP 126 Yonge St. N., Richmond Hill Infiteugrzlfifgem Institute GIVE GENEROUSLY TO THE EASTER SEAL CAMPAIGN TO HELP CRIPPLED CHILDREN In Richmond Hill this annual appeal Richmond Hill Lions Club Donations may be sent to - - - HERB LUDLOW. Treasurer. 405 FERNLEIGH CIRCLE SOUTH, RICHMOND HILL is sponsored by the This advertisement published in the interest of a worthy community cause by BUTTONVILLE NEWS CORRESPONDENT: Mrs. I. G. LEAF B. R. 2 Gormley - Phone AXminster 3-6188 With April fast approaching. Cancer campaign workers are go- ing into high gear, and in this vein Mrs. Gordon Purves tells us there will be a film presented at the Richmond Theatre. Rich- mond Hill. for women only. next Sunday afternoon at 2 pm. en- titled “Breast Self-examination." His many friends will be glad to learn that Mr. Douglas Hood came home from Branson Hospi- tal recently. We wish for him a rapid return to health. On Thursday afternoon of last week. several members of Bul~ tonville W.I. were guests at the Thornhill \V.I. birthday party. Supplying part of the interesting program were Mrs. George Hoop- cr, soprano soloist. and Mrs. Alick Gardner. elocutionist. Mrs. John Wilkins delivered courtesics from the Buttonville group. Wins Euchre Series Although the euchre game at Buttonville Hall will continue un- til the weather decides that spring is here, the game played on Friday evening was the last of the winter series and the winner of the season was decided. Mrs. Russell Boyington, a charter But- tonville W.I. member. was the winner of the series and took home the grand prize. a turkey. just in time to celebrate her birthday on March 25. There were 13 tables of play- ers and prizes for the evening went to Mrs. Jewett, Mrs. Jame- son. Mrs. Irene Wray: Messrs. Wm. Wra). Russell Burr and Russell Boyington. A chicken was won by Mr. R. Burr on a lucky draw. Hostesses for the evening were Mrs. James Rodick. Mrs George Oaks and Mrs. Fred Leaf. The next game will be played on Ap- ril l. Entertain School Boards Buttonville W.l. members cat- ered at Buttonville W.l. Hall on Tuesday evening of last week when Markham Township Councxl entertained Township school trus- tees at their annual dinner and finance meeting. It was interesting to note that possibly one-third of the trustees present represented separate school boards. and the various parish priests were also in at~ tcndancc. This for Markham Township is a comparatively new feature. Choral Group On Saturday evening. April 2. the Unionvillc Junior Farmers have invited the Ontario County Junior Farmers‘ choir toxpresent their musical program "Caval- cade of Holidays at Buttonville W.I. Hall. an Brodie of the Unionville Farmers ctroup. who told us abâ€" out the program. was most en» thusiastic about this talented choir. Come along and hear for yourself â€" Saturday night, April 2. TEMPERANCEVILLE NEWS CORRESPONDENT: MRS. MILTON WELLS. 8. R. 3 KING The Official Board of the charge will meet on Tuesday, March 29th at 8 pm. in Wesley United Church. We wish to thank all the par- ents for their co-operation in having their children attend Sun- day school. It is most gratifying to see so many of our youngsters attending. The Home and School Assoc- iation of Temperanceville met last Monday. The guest speaker Mrs. John Martin, President of York County Mental Health As- sociation, was introduced by Mr. Fournier. Enlightening facts of the Association and the work done by the Laymen who do much -of the visiting of patients and of the "Halfway Houses,” were given. Friends and neighbours were happy to see Mrs. Fred Boys at- tending church Sunday morning after her illness. Congratulations to Mr. and Phone PR. 3-5239 sons arrived this week. Spring has arrived tat least by the calender) but icy spots cm still prevail on our sidewalks and roads. These often cause acci- dents to even the most careful so take warning. “Watch Your Step.” Mrs. James Gillham was the unfortunate victim of just such an incident this past week and has suffered torn ligaments of the shoulder. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Macklin had a delightful evening of fun this past Saturday playing euchre, chatting and partaking of the delicious buffet supper. Many thanks from all. The Matthew Heron Farms with Jack Macklin. manager re- ceived a number of prizes at the York County Seed Fair held in N’ewmarket, March 16th, 3rd in gary oats. 3rd in rodney oats. 2nd in legume hay 3rd on silage and 2nd on red clover seed. Mr. and Mrs. Don Chalk spent Mrs. Norman Burnett: whose twin a week in the States recently. VICTORIA SQUARE NEWS CORRESPONDENT: MRS. W. SANDLE, Victoria Square Telephone Gormley 5421 W.A. The March meeting of the W. A. was held on Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Reid Brumwell. Mrs. Brands gave an Irish read- ing and Mrs. Moir conducted a contest. A penny sale was con- ducted by members of the group. Refreshments were served at the close. Baby Shower On Wednesday evening of last week several friends surprised Mrs. Jordan Hardie with a baby shower for her chosen son Scott Louis. Mrs. Hardie received many lovely gifts for which she was very grateful. Mrs. K. Petty and Mrs. P. Rumney. hostesses in charge served dainty refresh- ments. par- ty was held in the community hall on Friday. The evening was spent with a variety program con- sisting of games, piano duet by Misses Dianne Donnelly and Bar- bara Empringham; Mrs. Margaret Rumney and Mrs. Mary Orr sang a duet. The evening ended with refreshments. Lions Victoria Square District Lions Club held its second Ladies’ Night on Tuesday evening. March 15. in the Community Hall. The regular business was disposed of in record time and the meeting was turned over to the program chairman. Lion Frank Donnelly. President Carl Walker’s guest. Mr. Arthur Latcham. astounded members with a display of sleight of hand. Lions David Coon and Harry Barber followed with a humorous duct and were joined by President Carl Walker for a tuneful trio. A pie-eating contest was followed by a comedy sketch. featuring Lion Dave Coon and President Carl Walker and an unusual music machine. Selections by Lion Dave Coon were followed by refreshments and general mingling of members and their wives. The entertain- ment cloSed with a colored film of the RCMP Musical Ride. Lions Frank Williams. Art Wil- son and Forrest Dullege are vis- iting the sunny south and were missed at the meeting. Social News The grand opening of the Vic- toria Square Community Centre will be Saturday. July 9. This will be an Old Tyme Field Day. The Educational Department of the Cancer Society is showing a film for women only on Sunday. March :27. at the Richmond Hill Theatre at 2 pm. Dr. Lillian Langstafl‘ will be present to an- swer questions. Mr. Garry McEachern of Bali- antrae who is in his second year Theology at Emmanuel College. Toronto. was the student minis- ter at the church service on Sun- day morning. On Sunday. March 27. Rev. A. F. Binnington will be in charge of the service. I E Invest in boys? Boys‘ work in'NORTH YORK â€" the church needs 822.500 in 1960. l generous as possible. This appeal has the support of the Session and Committee of Stewards. A school for Elders and Stew- ards sponsored by York Pres- bytery and organized by the Un- ited Church men is being held, in Victoria Square church at 7:30 pm. on Tuesday, March 29. All the elders and stewards of the charge should attend. Birthday greetings to: Wayne Mortson who will be 16 years on March 26; to Leslie Hart for March 28. ‘ Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Mortson who on March 23 will be celebrating their 39th wedding anniversary; to Mr. and Mrs. Sammy Snider. who on March 28 will be celebrating their first wedding anniversary. The many friends of Miss Mar- di Tyndall, are pleased to hear that she is able to be home from the hospital. Mrs. Jamieson of Toronto spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Nichols and family. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Boynton and Donald had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Valliere and family at Orton, later went to Guleph where they attended the church service in the after- noon for the O.A.C. graduates. David Boynton will be one of the graduates in April. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Brumwell of Roblin. Manitoba, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Brown of Richmond Hill had Saturday evening din- ner with Mrs. R. Perkins. Mr. and Mrs. John Traviss. Patricia and Dorothy of Downs- view. had Sunday evening din- ner with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Bar- ker and Ross. Later Pat. and Dorothy called on Misses Mar- garet and Betty Sandle. Mrs. H. Attwood of Uxbridge. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ridley and girls of Whitby had Sunday evenâ€" ing dinner with Mrs. P. Willows. A speedy recovery is wished for Mr. Wm. Muirhead who has been ill. On Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brumwell attended the funeral of their cousin. Mr. Bill Miller in Toronto. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnston (Anna Orrt on the birth of their son. a bro- ther for Sharon. Mr. and Mrs. John Empring- ham spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wilson and boys at Etobicoke. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Boynton and Donald called on Mr. and Mrs. Roy Boynton in Toronto on Sunday afternoon. Mr. Roy Boyn- ton has been ill. Miss Vera Rosiensky of Sudâ€" bury spent the week-end with Miss June Collard. Mrs. Glenn Bolcnder has been teaching the past week at S. S .\"o. 6 Markham. due to illness of the teacher. Mrs. Beck. We hope she will soon be well enough to ‘return to school. North York will soon open a parking lm ~â€"â€" If the members of our Tyro group fares 10 hours for 25c. It is sup- _oati on you for a donation be as posed to be for oommuters‘ use. Recreation Committeei Presents Annual Report: _â€"â€"â€"â€" THE LIBERAL. "Richmond Hill, Ontario. Thursday, March 24. 1960 Richmond Hill Council Richmond Hill Council at its Iregular meeting received a dele- gation Irom the towns Recreation Committee headed by Mrs. Wood- bnrn Thomson its Chairman. Malcolm Thomson its direclor (part-time} and Mr. Grant Gibb. Anticipates 150-0 Enrollments ‘ Mrs. told Council lthat 1300 children had enrolled ,for playground recreation last year. I with Mrs. Thomson This year an enrolltnent close to 1500 was anticipated. She presented the committees budget for 1960. Mrs. Thomson said that there have been several major changes in the municipal recreation set- up. reflecting a concern of the organization for efficient admin- istration and for the municipal dollar. She said that the committee had welcomed introduction of the Y TAB program and within its had Mark 1 Club “The Mark I Club is proving of value" she added. “particular- ly to the non-school and older teenagers.” She congratulated the local police for its co-operaâ€" tion and the splendid contribu- tion it was making to the ‘clubs success. She said the club had not yet taken advantage of af- filiation with Committee. Senior Citizens ‘ 1 The Senior Citizens Club was the limitations the committee given every assistance. Recreation enormously popular with the older folk and its members really did enjoy the facilities provided. Excellent Secretary Mrs. Thomson said the Com~ mittee was grateful to Council for its support and welcomed back Mr. E. Butlin to the com- mittee. There are seven members of the committee including two councillors. All members were proving their worth in the recre- ation field. Mrs. G. B. Phibbs was proving an excellent secretary. Mayor Jokes The Mayor raised a laugh Whillans concerning value of track work and his own earlier ability as a runner. Said the Mayor. "You’ve shown some good running in elections too.” â€"-â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"____- Programmes Wide Scope The budget showed that total membership of organizations re- ceiving grants from the commit- tee amounted to some 4,204 chil- dren. 339 adults. The Committee is also serving in one way or an- other other groups of adults not receiving grants amounting to 132 adults. Subsidy Required Last years subsidy amounted to $9.500. This years budget an- ticipates an expenditure of $10.- 400. This amounts to 75c per person in Richmond Hill. The Committee had been reâ€" sponsible for the establishment, of that now much prized Senior Citizens Club which has proven a definite boon to the older peo- ple in the municipality. Of the amount budgeted. $2.500 goes to the part-time di- rector: $800 goes to labour to maintain the playgrounds ap- pearanccs. One large piece of equipment has now been provided for use in each playground. Other eq- uipment is loaned by the Parks Dept. Teen Town is now almost self- supporting: and once its equip- ment is paid for the police band and mlajorettes will be self sup- porting. Volunteer Workers Numerous volunteer workers turn out and give their services free of charge. They form the backbone of the whole movement to provide the town with maxi- mum possible recreational facil- ities. Hockey & Softball Largest groups sponsored by the committee were those of Hoc- key and Softball both of which were very popular re:-reational sports. Pared To Bone Councillor Bradstock said the budget had been pared rlo-vn to the bone and represented the absolute minimum on which the programme be carried on I OUFFVILLE â€" The salaries of Stouffville District High School teachers will be little changed in 1960. The three-level system. based on academic qual- ifications has been maintained. 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