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The Liberal, 12 May 1960, p. 9

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Specal honours were also conâ€" ferred on three members with the designation “Toastmaster”. They were Colin Burgess (retiring 2nd Vice President), John Hogarth and Keith Jen-Marie. Fifth Year Now in its fifth year in Rich- mond Hill'the local unit claims four past presidents in its ranks. They are Eric Brewer. Carter President; John Turner; . Cecil Williams, and cul‘rentlv retiring President Murray McLeod. Toronto Man ’ The newly elected President, Mr. R. H. Markham who lives at 55 Elmwood was born in Toronto and received his education in the city. He graduated from the Bloor Collegiate Institute and received the degree of A.R.C.T. from the Royal Conservatory. Ten Years In Insurance Currently he‘ heads the unit looking after employee benefits for the company’s employees ac- ross Canada and is known by the title of “Employee Benefits Ap- prover and Secretary of the Re- tirement Plan Advisory Commit~ tee." Charter Member ‘ For the past ten years he has been with the Prudential Insur- ance Company of America at their head office. King and Bay Sts., Toronto. ( by Paul Delmer) ... .Thursday. May 5, was annual election night for the Richmond Hill Junior Chamber of Commerce. Following the dinner, the elections were conducted by Harold Barnett. Ralph Markham was elected President; Bob McClellan elected Executive V ice-President; John Hogarth became lst Vice-President with Jim Sinclair as 2nd Vice-President. Bob Scott becomes Secretary and Cecil Bolton is Treasurer. Moving to Richmond Hill in 1956,, immediately following his marriage, Rah‘oh became one of the charter members of the Rich- mond Hill Junior Chamber. He Elected Fifth President of Richmond Hill Junior Chamber of Commerce Richmond Hill's Jaycees Elected Year's Officers To elect Directors of the Association for the 1960-61 Fiscal year; to appoint auditors; and to tran- sact such other business that may come before the meeting. FREE DELIVERY DAILY 11 AM. - 4 PM. 24 YON GE STREET SOUTH TU .4-2101 GOODS SATISFACTORY on MONEY REFUNDED New memberships invited â€" $10.00 fee entitles you to be an active member in our association. For further information contact the undersigned. Take notice the annual meeting of the members of the RICHMOND HILL ARENA ASSOCIATION will be held in the COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE RICHMOND HILL MUNICIPAL BUILDING. 56 YONGE ST. N. ON MAY 18, 1960 AT 8 RM. N a H c E ofANNUALMEETING RICHMOND HILL HARDWARE WHEN IT COMES TO HARDWARE! Come To RICHMOND HILL ARENA ASSOCIATION Brydon Ellis, Secretary RA LPH MARKHAM He also also succeeded in pre~ vious elections to become first, second vice president, and last year as first vice president. With his election this year to the presâ€" idency Ralph has climbed all the way up the ladder of Jaycee suc- cess. He gained a background and experience in public speaking first as a graduate of the Jaycees own "Effective Speaking Course" and subsequently of the famous Dale Carnegie Course so that he was made a "Toastmaster" last fall. was the unit‘s first Internal Pub- lications Chairman. In the second year, Ralph was elected secretary and in 1959 chaired the Brochure Committee. ' To Top of Ladder Mr. Markham together with his wife, Estelle, are members of St. Mary’s Anglican-Church. Ralph’s charming wife Estelle. is also the assistant organist. The Jaycees have already ach- ieved a high position in the re- gard of the local community and all who know Ralph Markham will look forward to a further year of successful Jaycee com- munity projects under his able leadership. Good luck, Ralph. A very active and much res- pected member of the Junior Chamber Mr. Markham has been instrumental in the work of many of its committees including Christmas Lighting, Youth De- velopment, Brochure. Traffic Safety, etc. Anglican Church Members The last meeting of this group until fall was held at the home of Mrs. H. Varden. The following dates were set: Mother and dau- ghter banquet at Melville United Church, June 16, at 6.30 pm. The girls will sell candy at the Lions Park opening on July 9. Candy is to be brought to Mrs. G. Hardie’s on July 8, to be bag- ged. The annual bazar will be held November 5, A shower of kitchen utensils for camping equipment was re- ceived. Mrs. G. Hardie and Mrs. P. Rumney will be taking a group of eight Guides to a Division Camp in August. Mrs. N. John- ston and Mrs. Hill of Unionville will hold a seven day day-camp from August 15 to 21. Guides Prize winners at the last eu- chre of the season were‘ Mrs. Almstedt, Mrs. Rena Calvert, Jean Orr; Gus. Almstedt. Bill Cox, El- mo Snider. Prize-winner for the series was Bert Nichols. Local Association of Girl Guides The Guides wish to thank ev- eryone for their support of Coo- kie Day. The girls doubled their orders this year selling 888 boxes. The guides keep 8c per box to help in their work. This year a tent was purchased to be used at camp. Mrs. G. Hardie spent the week- end at Camp Samac, Oshawa, with the Thornhill and Beverley Acres Brownies in charge of a church service on Sunday. It is hoped in the near future that the Ist Gormley Brownies will have a camp week-end. Lions The Victoria Square District Lions Club held its lst Anniver- saary meeting on Tuesday, May 3rd. Guests included Lion In- ternational Counsellor Dick Ed~ munds, the presidents of the Tharnhill Lions Club, and Dr. James Langstafi. president of Richmond Hill Lions, who were the sponsoring club when the 10- cal club was formed a year ago. Addresses were given by all three and by Harold Sanderson, past president of the Richmond Hill Club. Highlight of the evening 'was a performance by the Rich- mond Hill Curtain Club of Ter- rence Rattigan’s play, Table Num- ber '7. This was theatre of a standard seldom seen outside pro- fessional performances. After the performance the cast joined the club members for a buffet supper including a large birthday cake. Plans are well ad- vanced for the Community Park Opening on July and 9, in which the Lions Club is participating. Family Day Service Mrs. Arthur Hewitt and Andrew of Chatham, New Jersey. are vis- iting with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. A. F. Binnington and Allan. ) Th w up their grand- ma; do. Tuesday a The church was filled Sunday morning for the annual Family Day Service. The theme was “The Family as a Christian Commun- ity". It was conducted by Sunday School Superintendent, Mr. Per- cy Bennett. The children of the Sunday School with their tea- chers marched into the church and sat in front in a body. Judy Mortson and Sharon Boyn- ton sang a duet, accompanied at the piano by Barbara Empring- ham. Art Story led in prayer. Ann Buchanan, Margaret Smith and Carol Mortson sang a trio, accompanied at the organ by Mrs. J. Barker. Mrs. P. Bennett gave the address, “God Setteth the Solitary in Families." Rev. Bin- nington also told the children a story. Work is progressing very well at the Community Centre in pre- paration for the grand opening on July 8 and 9. 700 trees were planted last week, mostly maple, scotch pine and spruce. A well. 37 feet deep was dug, which has about 10 ft. of water in it. During the week it is hoped to lay out a ball diamond, and also to erect a flag-pole. The committee has sent out over 400 invitations and some re- plies have been received from people who intend to be present. The girls‘ hardball team of 40 years ago will be on the field proving that active participation in sports is good for keeping young and beautiful. Junior Choir The basket of red roses in the church on Sunday morning were in loving memory of Mr. Philip Willows, placed there by his wife. Mr. Willows passed away one year ago on May 8. The regular monthly meeting of the Gormley Home and School will be held May 16 at 8 pm. This will be the annual meeting when election of officers will take place. All parents are invited to attend. Neighbourhood Notes During the service the rite of infant baptism was held. Rev. A. F. Binnington was assisted by the Clerk of Session, Mr. Heber Mc- Cague, when the following child- ren were presented for baptism: Harry Timothy Barber, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Barber J12: Steven Albert Renowden, and Laura Jean Renowden, children of Mr. and Mrs. Garry Renow- den. Chnrch News On Sunday, May 15, at 11:30 a.m., the summer student minis- ter, Mr. Garry McEachern, who has finished his second year at Emmanuel College, will be in charge of the service, Community Centre A junior choir was organized on Sunday morning for all girls and boys eight years and up. The leader is Mrs. Allan Orr with Mrs. J. Barker as organist. The next practice will he on Saturday a!- ternoon, May 14, at 1 pm. at the church. Mission Band The Mission Band will meet in‘ the Sunday School room on Sat urday afternoon, May 14, at 2 p.m. All the children in the com- munity are invited to attend. Home and School Euchre VICTORIA SQUARE NEWS CORRESPONDENT: MRS. W. SANDLB R. R. 2 Gonnley â€"- Telephone Gormley 5421 last week: and for the Convoca- tion on Wednesday evening when Rev. Binnington received his Th. D. degree. Misses Dwayne Bell. Linda Vin- ells, Linda Haight, Heather Mc- Murchy and Betty Hill spent the week-end with Miss Faye Nich- ols. These girls all attend Vic- toria College, Toronto, together. Miss Lillian Nichols commen- ced her work at the Toronto East General Hospital on Monday. She is on the staff there for a year. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Empringham and girls had Sunday dinner with Mrs. L. Knapp and Irene. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wilson and boys of Etobicoke had Sunday evening dinner’ with Mr. and Mrs. John Empringham. Mrs. J. Traviss and Dorothy of Downsview spent Friday of last week with Mrs. Jim Barker and Ross. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Orr and family of King, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Johnston and family of Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Orr had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Orr. Mr. and Mrs. Lawson Mumber- son have returned from a visit to New York, Atlantic City and Williamsburg, Virginia, where 48 505CHOLARSHIPS OF $750 . .. To commemorate the Centenary of Canada’s Confederation and the [50th anniversary of Canada’s First Bank . . . in l967 SEE YOUR BANK OF MONTREAL BRANCH AND MAKE YOUR APPLICATION WITHOUT DELAY. . . DO NOT WAIT UNTIL YOU HAVE RECEIVED YOUR EXAMINATION RESULTS. ACT NOW. wi N tn developing the pJan, the Bank of Montreal is in no way seeking personnel for its own staff, but men and women whoâ€"through scientific research and pursuits in the public serviceâ€" I n 1962 and 1963, provided at least good second-class grades have been maintained, thae same students will each be awarded a B of M Scholarship of $1,500 per annum . . . leading to graduation in 1964. In the Spring of 1961, the top 16 of these 50 students will each be awarded a B of M Scholarship of $1,500 for second-year uni; versily training. They will be judged Hy independent University Selection Committees «in the basis of academic standing and character. They will enter a Canadian university of their choice as Bank of Montreal Scholar- ship Studenes to pursue studies in Ares or Science. Professional courses, such as law, medicine and engineering, are not included. 8 of M Scholarship Students may hold other monetary scholarships for the first year only. SCHOLARSHIPS OF $|,500 . .. These young Canadians will be drawn from all of the ten provinces according a population, with a minimum of two schol- arship students from each province. In a nation-wide competition opening this week, 50 of the most promising young Canadian men and women, graduating from high-school this June, will be award- cd Bank of Montreal Scholarships, valued at $750 each, for entrance to first-year University next autumn. I24 SCHOLARSHIPS of $750 to $5,000 in VALUE . . . Every Starter Eligible for Final Awards ANNOUNCING contribute it some notable way to the common good of the nation in the years ahead. to all PARENTS and PROMISING HIGHâ€"SCHOOL GRADUATES-Class of ’60 If you are a high-school studentâ€"wen up in your studies and confident of graduating next monm â€" here is a great opportunity fior you. Lf you are a parent, with a son or daughter ready for university this year, here is important news. We are searching for 50 top high-school students graduating this June . . . young men and women ready for intensive they visited Majqr and Mrs. Don McKay and family. We are sorry to hear of the serious illness of Mrs. McK-ay (Mrs. Mumberson’s sister). Mr. Charlie Hart, Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Jarvis. Mr. and Mrs. Les- lie Hart and family attended the luncheon that followed the chris- tening of Jeffrey Norman Charles Hill, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hill at Islington on Sunday. Birthday greetings to Gordon Hardie for May 10; to Scott Har- die who on May 11 will be one year old. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Carl Forrester (Mavis Den- nie) who on May 10. will be cele- brating their second wedding an- niversary. Our college friends have finish- ed their examinations. namely, Faye Nichols. Betty Hill, Allan Binnington, Denton Brumwell, Ronald Gee and David Boynton. The May meeting of the W.A. will be held on Wednesday even- ing, May 18, at 8 pm. at the home of Mrs. John McCague. All ladies of the community are invited to attend. ' MARKHAM -â€" The stork came early to the home of Mrs. Ida Harb, Markham, a couple of weeks early. Mr. Harb was at work, and alone in the house, the plucky mother welcomed her first baby boy, then called her physician who arranged for her to be taken with her baby to hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Harb came to Canada from Switzerland. 24FELLOWSHIPS OF $3,000 . .. Scholarship studem: m chosen on merit aloneâ€" academic standing and cha'ractet â€"â€"by independent Selection Committees of faculty members of Canadian universi- ties. Thc Bank will have no part whatever iv: the decisions token by the Committees. the mo cop studentsâ€"one in Arts and one in Science â€" will be chosen. from a! 50 participants in the plan, to receive the Bank of Montreal Canada Centennial Awards of $5,000 each Eat a further year of study anywhere in Canada or abroad. HOW SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS ARE CHOSEN Thus, to each of these swo winnersâ€" if they have been participants throughout the planâ€"{he Bank will have provided financial assistance amounting to $19,250. BANK OF MONTREAL CANADA CENTENNIAL AWARDS OF $5,000... In 1967, so culminaae axis seven-year plan In 1965 and I966, provided a satisfactory standard of work has been maintained, these same students will each be awarded a B of M Scholarship of $3,000 per annum for further study leading to their Docnra-Le. In the Spring of 1964, the top eight of due 16 students will each be awarded a B of M Scholarship of $3,000 for one year's wady anywhere in Canada or abroad. the samba _ mmnmal ' Sm QMRSWDS SEALED TENDERS addressed to Secretary. Department of Pub- lic Works. Ottawa, and endorsed ‘TENDERS FOR THE SUPPLY OF COAL, COKE, FUEL OIL AND PROPANE GAS FOR THE FEDERAL BUILDINGS THROUGHOUT THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO” will be received until 3:00 pm. Specifications and forms of lender can be obtained at the of- fice of the Chief of Purchasing and, Stores.‘ Room 503, Garland Building, Ottawa, Ont; District Manager, 225 Jarvis St., Toronto, Ont; District Manager, Domin- ion Public Building, London, Ont.; District Manager, Post Office Building, Fort” William, Ont. lE.D.S.T.), TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 1960. Tenders must be made on the printed forms supplied by the Department and in accordanCe with the conditions set forth therein. The successful contractor may be requested to provide security, before the award of the contract, in an amount and form accept- able to the Department. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Robert Fortier. Chief of Administrative Services and Secretary DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. OTTAWA TENDERS BANK OF MONTREAL A SEVEN -YEAR PLAN THE LIBERAL, Ridhmond Hill. Ontario, Thursday, May 13, 1900 9 university training in the Arts or Sciences. FromtheseSOstudeMs.uhopebfindeigl\tanstandng young scholars for Canada's Centennial in I967. They wili be young Canadians of exceptional scholastic attainment â€" Weil- equipped and anxious to blaze new trails for the benefit of Camda...in scientific research, in financial sciencesor in the humanities. Oneofmewinnerscouldbegau...orgomsonordamhu. TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corpor- ation of the Township of Vaughan intends to stop up and dispose of those parts of the road allowance in the Township of Vaughan described as follows: “ALL AND SINGULAR that certain parcel or tract of land and premises, situate, lying and being in the Township of Vaughan, in the County of York, being composed of the easterly 4,025’ of the road al- lowance between Township Lots 10 and 11 in the 4th Concession of the Township of Vaughan.” A By-law for the said purpose will be considered by the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Vaughan at its meeting on the 30th day of May, 1960, at 8:00 o’clock P.M., held in the council chambers at Maple at which time the council will hear in person or by counsel, solicitor or agent, any person who claims that his lands will be prejudicially affected by the said by-law and who applies to be heard. A copy of the proposed by-law and plan of the roads affected is in the office of the Clerk of the Town- ship at his offices, Maple, Ontario, and may be seen by any person interested. NOTICE DATED this 19th day of April, 1960. ‘J. M. MCDONALD, VAUGHAN TOWNSHIP CLERK. MAPLE P.0., ONTARIO your district, then â€" and only then â€"- you should address your request to: The Assistant General Manager. Bank of Montreal, 50 King Street West. TORONTO, Ont. ‘ if there is no branch of the Bank in your district, then â€" and only then â€"- you should address your request to: The Assistant General Manager. Bank hterested Ontario students, garba- ing from Grade XII dis June with Secondary School Graduation Diploma. should visit their neighbourhood 806M branch and ask for the "Handbook lot Candidates" for the Bank of Mound Canada Centennial Scholarships. Tl". booklet explains the Scholarship Plan in detail mdomrmesthesimpleuqx required to register your application for consideration by the Selectim Committee of Ontario for one at the B scholarships availabie in woo to students in this province. (and Baffin Island) SHOULD APPLY... HOW 511094“ N ONTARIO

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