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He em- phasized the need now to at- tempt to reduce the incidence of mental disorder. He described the home as the basis for adult living. “There is nothing more important to a child than the in- fluence of the home.” Other im- portant influences are the school, industry, the church, recreational and cultural activi- ties. “We must help parents, teachers, employers, to realize the role they can play in promot- ing mental health,” he added. are approximately 22,000 patients in 17 mental hospitals throughout the province, or 4 out of every 1,000 residents. Seven thousand patients per year are being admitted to men- tal hospitals, and one out of every 15 children born in On- tario today will be admitted to a mental institution at some time in his life. He added that these figures represent 'only the known cases of mental disturbance. Dr. H. W. Henderson, Ontario Director of Community Mental Health, Department of Health, also congratulated the branch on its achievement, adding that York County has given him the model he was looking for to demonstrate to other communi- ties the manner in which a clinic may be established He went on to quote some startling figures to demonstrate the immensity of the problem of mental illness in Ontario. There Dr. R. M. King, Director of the York County Health Unit, in in- troducing the guest speaker. con- gratulated the branch on the very important advancements which had been made in mental health in the county since its in- ception_two years ago. “Recently”, reported Mrs. Martin, “we received official notification from the York County Board of Health that they are proceeding immediately to establish a mental health clinic in the York County Health Unit area”. This was thrilling news for the enthusiastic and dedicated in- dividuals who have devoted much time and effort to making a dream a reality. A/ large gathering in Richmond Hill of members, vol- unteer workers, professional people and interested citizens applauded an announcement last Wednesday evening by President Mrs_ John Martin of the York County Branch, Canadian Mental Health Association. that their original goal, the establishment of a mental health clinic in York County, had been achieved. The occasion. was the branch’s annual meeting which was held in Wrixon Hall, St. Mary’s Anglican Church. York Mental, Health Clinic To Be A Reality Richvale erisses Velma, Mildred, Jean and Vera Brillinger, Miss Miriam Heise and the Misses Henderson Parents’ night was held at the Lloyd School on Thursday even- ing, March 31. A very good num- ber of parents attended despite muddy roads. Refreshments were served by several of the senior Mr. and Mrs. EricflMorby and family spent Sunday with his par- ents at Stayner. The intermediate room at the Lloyd School and their teacher. Mr. John Mullings, enjoyed a trip to the Royal Ontario Muse- um and the zoo on April 1. The class had previously earned the money for this trip by selling Christmas cards last fall. The Gormley Women’s Insti- tute presented the junior and senior rooms at the Lloyd School with safety plaques. These two rooms were accident free for a six month period of time. Mr. and Mrs. Morley Jones and family and Mr. Jos. Jones visited Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Boyle of King City on Sunday. The semiannual Love Feast was held at Heise Hill‘church on Saturday and Sunday. Rev. Ray Sider was the guest speaker. Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Heise and Cathy of Montreal visited friends here over the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. IEéac Baker and Mr. Evan Gayham had supper on Sa_tx_1rday yith MrsJBeulah Jones. Mrs. 7 Lloyd HaHéy, Dean, Brenda and Bonnie all have been siclg with mumps. Miss Carole Steckléy of Har- risburg, Pennantspent the week- end wigh her parents, Mr. and M115: Levi»Steckley. Mrs. Ab Shaffer was buried on Monday from the O’Neill funeral home, Stoufiville, with interment at Heise Hill Cemetery. Mr. R. C. Baycroft arrived home from Western Hospital, To- ronto, on Saturday, and Mrs. Gordon Stewart arrivedhome on Thursday from Private Patients’ Pavilion, Toronto. Belated congratulations to Mr. Ed. Leary who celebrated his 87th birthday on Friday A donation to the Canadian Cancer Society is an investment in health. It’s\ almost time for the Cancer Campaign again. How can cancer be prevented? Because we do not know the cause of cancer, it is therefore not possible to prevent it. If you notice any change from your normal good health it is only common sense to ask your doc- tor’s advice. Although both the incidence and death rates of cancer are in- creasing each year, the death rate is-increasing more slowly than the incidence rate. indicat- ing that slow but steady progress is being made in the treatment of cancer. Be your own "private eye". Watch out for the danger signals th§t_ might indicate cancer. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Doner had supper on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Elias Elliott. Mr J. R. Steckley and Miss Mi- riam Steckley visited Mr. and Mrs. George French on Saturday afternoon. -Mrs. Roy Nigh spent a few days last week with her friend Mrs. Lloyd at Lisle. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Frayne moved on Saturday from Mr. Jos. Jones’ house to Toronto. Mr. B. J. Nixon, a former Gor- mley resident and just recently returned from a visit to England had dinner on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. Campey. Mrs. Nixon and two daughters will be re- turning from England next week end. Master Doyle Heise entertained his little friends, at his birthday paygy on Tuesday. - The volunteer workers were honoured at the meeting with the presentation to them of CMHA pins by their chairman, Mrs. P. Townshend-Carter of 'I‘hornh'rll. Recipients were ap- proximately 75 volunteers from Richmond Hill, Thornhill. Mark- ham and Aurora who visit regu- larly residents In 8 of the 17 ap- proved homes in the county. Similarly honoured were the social workers and hostesses of the homes who work closely with the volunteers, and the Senior Citizens of Richmond Hill, who have helped the organization in many ways and whose pin was accepted on their behalf by Chairman Mr. A. E. Plewman. In the annual report, Mrs. Rev. Robert J. McNaught of Queensville, thanked Dr, Hen- derson for his inspiring remarks. Volunteers Honoured Dr. Henderson concluded his remarks by saying, “The care of the mentally sick in any country depends not only on the skill available, but on the attitude of the general public. It is only by changing public opinion that we can develop better methods of treating and preventing these disorders. This is the cause we have taken upâ€"this is the chal- lenge we face.” ing. CORRESPONDENT: MRS. CHAS. MILSTED Telephone Gormley 5201 GORMLEY NEWS had dinner on Monday with Mrs‘ Beulah Jones. Miss Dawna Barrett spent Sun.- day with Miss Jean Baker at Ballantrae. Rev. Aikenhead, superintend- ent of the Sunday “School mis- sions, was the guest speaker Sun- day night at the United Mission- ary Church. Plan to attend the annual Mis~ sionary Convention at the U.M. Church each night this week. In- teresting missionary _ speakers Will be present each night. Miss Betty C. Graham of New- market. presented the report of the nominating committee. The 1960 Board of Directors is as follows: Mrs. Elton Armstrong. Armitage; Dr. G. M. Burrows, Sutton West; Mrs. George Bur- rows, Sutton West; Rev. Douglas Davis, Stouffville; Mr. Gordon Duncan, Markham; Mr. Douglas Fisher, Aurora; Mrs. Campbell French, Woodbridge; Mrs. A. Gamble, Unionville: Mr. Mayn- ard Hallman, Richmond Hill: Mrs. F. C. Jackson, Richmond Hill; Dr. R. M. King. New- market; Rev. H. H. Mark, New- market; Mrs. John Martin, Maple; Rev. R. J. McNaught. Queensville; Mrs. Florence Mur- ray, Aurora; Mr. Wilfrid Scott, Woodbridge; Miss Verna Smyth, Newmarket; Mr. Harry Toombs, Queensville; Mrs. P. Townshend- Carter, Thornhill. A very pleasant coffee party preceded the meeting for which the ladies of' the St. Mary’s Anglican Church W.A. catered. Mrs. Clark, wife of Warden Clark, and Mrs. William Hodg- son, wife of last year’s warden and an active volunteer worker, poured ‘coffee. The “Yorkorders.” a choral group from the county under the direction of Mr. W. R. Outer- bridge of Aurora, 3 board mem- ber, entertained the meeting again this year with their de- lightful music. Rev. Douglas Davis of Stouff- ville opened the meeting with prayer after which the Warden of the County and Reeve of Markham Township, Mr. William Clark, brought greetings and presented Mrs. Martin with a cheque for $500. This represents this year’s county grant to the York County Branch, C.M.H.A. Mrs. Martin thanked Mr. Clark for County Council’s interest andrgenerous financial support? Townshend-Carter outlined the tanglible results of the White Cross volunteer program in the county. “The re-admission rate to hospital has been cut by 25%. Fifteen residents have improved sufficiently that relatives have taken them home. Seven have become gainfully employed and are now discharged and self-sup- porting. If it costs a minimum of $1,200 to keep a patient in hospital, then we have saved the taxpayer $25,000." is here at last ' AVOID THE ' EASTER RUSH GET YOUR SPRING CLEANING IN EARLY Richmond Heights Plaza Opp. Loblaws VIVACIOUS, SPARKLING, FRESH & NEW THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hm, Ontario, Thursday_ April 7. SHIELDSW 4&4ng f SHIELDS SPRING:- A E Mfw §Wlmmmr Voting Jag/dam I DESIGNED EXPRESSLY FOR TU. 4-5341