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10 THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Thursday, December 1, 1960 Lake Voting Day, December 5“: King City, Oak Ridges “The Liberal" is always pleased to publish items of inth est regarding people and events in the Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox and King City districts. Our in King City is Mrs. William J. Wilcox Five Candidates King City Supermarket Robbed Again For the second time within two Weeks, King City’s Red and White Supermarket was raided by thieves who gain- entry through the same rear window. When $222.00 cash and $987.00 insured stock were lifted in the first robbery the window was broken. This time prowlers forced, but did not break the win- dow to take $350.00 worth of tobacco and petty cash. The break-ins were not dis- covered until the store was being opened in the morn- ing for business. Vandorf 0.P.P. are investi- gating the recent series of King Townships robberies. 50 Ratepayers Attend Nominations Ratepayers were scolded for back-biting criticisms, King Township Council was accused of raiding village fin- ances and one candidate asked ratepayers not to vote for him, during nominations of King City Village Trustees. Fifty ratepayers filled the fire hall meeting room as Returning Officer Mr. Herbert Ross received nominations of nine to fill offices of three Police Village Trustees. Five qualified before the time limit of the following evening â€" Mr. Ronald Bolton, professional engineer; Mr. Warren McKendry, clerk; Mr. Robert O’Reilly, merchant; Mr. Donald M. Findlay, lawyer; and Mr. Jim Sim, process planner. Also nominated were: Mrs. Mary Scott, housewife; Mr. Aubrey Gordon, realtor; Mr. David Glass, mechanic; TEmple 3-5457; and in Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox, Mrs. Eleanor Charuk. Bayview Ave. North, phone PR. 3-5954 Qualify and Mr. Robert McLeod, baker, who withdrew. Trustee Ronald .7. Bolton, Fire and Water Commissioner for four years, reported this year’s cost of operating the Fire Depart- ment is $551.00 in addition to the capital outlay of $19,608.00 for the new fire pumper. Thanking residents for their co King City Aid Thornhaven Mrs. Burt Wyer of Heritage Park is chairman of the village canvass in aid of the new Thorn- haven School for Retarded Child- ren at Richmond Hill. Sinc'e a house-toahouse canvass is not being attempted through- out King City, the Women’s In- stitute, Lions’ Club, Church W.A.’s and other organizations are canvassing their own mem- bers. Any who may have been missed may make a donation by contracting Mrs. Wyer. ‘ Birthday Time Maureen Cook, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William B. Cook of Patricia Drive celebrated her eighth birthday with a party at home after her friends had spent the afternoon skating at Nobleton Arena. Mrs. Bruce Shipley of James St. gave a supper party for Deb- bie's friends to mark her sixth birthday. All Saints’ W. A. . Mrs. Peter Sutherland of Schomberg invited members of All Saints’ Anglican Church, Ev- ening Branch, W. A. to her new iiome for their November meet- ng. President Mrs. Robert Walker presided while most of the new executive was chosen to take office in January. It was decided to hold the. December meeting a week earlier in the form of a pot luck supper, each member bringing a guest. Arrival ' Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Scott“ of Elizabeth Grove are proud to have a new daughter, Beth, as sister for Bradley and another grandchild for Mr. and Mrs. Ir- ving Scott. In Hospital Mrs. Bert Ross, who recently resigned from the Post Office staff, has been in Humber Mem- orial Hospital, recovering from an operation. All her friends wish her a speedy recovery. Little Helpers During the regular morning service at All Saints’ Church. the Little Helpers presented their mite boxs to Rev. E. H. Costigan. The youngsters, aged up to sev- en, are to be given a party in the New Year by the sponsoring Evening Branch. W. A. Mrs. Geof- frey Pierpoint is Little Helpers’ Electric-“.1 * APPLIANCE REPAIRS! Notes Secretary-treasurer. The contri- butions will be used to help other children through missions. W. A. Communion On Sunday morning at eight, Rev. E. H. Costigan conducted the Service of Corporate Com- munion in All Saints’ Church for W. A. members of Afternoon and Evening Branches. Township Candidate Lone woman candidate for King Township Council, Mrs.: A. W. (Ursula) McLennan brav- ed entering a municipal circle long governed by men exclusive- IV. In her 11 years as King Town- ship resident she has met count- less people through her work in many organizations. Her third Concession home is frequently open for meetings and teas. She was the first President of United Nations' Association York County Branch. At present she is chairman of publicity and the speakers’ bureau for the associa- tion and its director of the re- fugee committee for York Coun- y. Mrs. McLennan is a member of King City Women’s Institute, the Garden and Art groups of King- crafts, and the Elizabeth Fry As- sociation. She has been Chairman of the First King Scout Troop Group Committee and organized the nursery school in King City. She was born in Walkerton and has three sons, Fred Shields, attending school at Aurora; Charles Shields, in school at Toronto; and William Shields, who is Chief Survey Officer of the Department of Northern Af- fairs. W. M. S. Service World travellers Rev. and Mrs. George Malcolm have been in- vited to address the W. M. S. Service on Sunday, December 4, at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Mr. Malcolm is son-in-law of the former Moderator, Rev. Alcx Nimmo, and teaches high school, at Wingham. He is taking post-3 graduate studies at Knox College The speakers are on furlough for, a year from Formosa and will show slides. The gold watches were pre-{ sented to retiring Building In- spector Mr. Charles Ross and Roads Superintendent Mr. Chal-l mer Black at the banquet andi reception tendered in their hon-j or by King Township Council. ‘ About 190 guests were invited to the turkey dinner served in. Schomberg Hall by the Arena women's committee. Reeve Wil- liam Hodgson presided as Town- ship Clerk. Mr. Harold Rose pre- sented a watch to Mr. Black and Assessor Mr. Ed Reddick made the presentation to Mr. Ross. The gifts had been inscribed “for, faithful service for Township of King 1925 to 1960.” Mrs. Black received a basket' of Chrysanthemums and Miss Helen Ross accepted a similar basket for her mother. Among those attending were; . and criticize, llage and by attendance at meet- operation in summer use of water, Mr. Bolton noted, “Last year we had 410 customers and this year 480. He reported the waterworks account has $6,667.00 on hand. “Likely by this time next year another well will be in operation, depending h ow development goes.” He explained International Water Supply had been engaged to conduct resistivity tests to in- dicate where well-drilling should be done and trustees were await- ing results. 'Mr. Bolton said he would run because one trustee was leaving and he felt continuity in trustees was needed. Mrs. Scott said her only reason for not running was because of her doctor’s advice. She said she had enjoyed being trustee in a village of some 1600 people. “There has been much criticism as to what we have done and not done and any one in public of- fice is open to criticism. I have been called out of bed several times early in the morning and told what kind of people trustees are. I have also had a great many calls from pebple who thanked me for what we have done and that is more than gratifying." No Job For Woman After two years as Road Com- missioner, Mrs. Scott declared, “I do not believe a Road Commis- sioner should be a woman. There was a lot I had no idea about.” She praised Secretary-Manager Mr. G. T. Thompson for arrang- ing a great deal of road work and seeing it was carried out. “It is impossible to have all the roads completed in one year in a village this size. One reason they can’t be up to par is be- cause we do not have our own equipment. If we did we could carry on better and quicker,” said Mrs. Scott. She reminded she had prom- ised North Keele St. would be paved this year and explained, “When we investigated before the pavement was to be laid, the road bed was not in condition. We had to spend considerable money and time to have this road bed set up as it is now. I am sure 1961 Trustees will see it is paved and, as time and money allow, other streets will be taken care of in the same way.” Mrs. Scott said she was disap- pointed this year few ratepayers attended trustees’ meetings. She said she knew there was much criticism about trustees’ efforts. when residents met Outside the’ post office, “yet you will not; come out to air grievances at meetings." Rather than sit back ratepayers were urged to come out so they and trustees could help each other. “It is not only the people who‘ criticize, but even one of the pap- l ers seems to be mixed up and I come to the conclusion there must be poor proof readers." she added. The retiring trustee plead- ed for ratepayers to exercise their vote. Police Commissioner Mr. War- ren McKendry thought activities of his department “have and have not the support of rate- payers." He said “It has been a pleasure to work with the other: two." and urged residents to lend their support throughout the vii-i ings. Replying to Mr. Robert Mc-l Leod's query about past minutes, ‘continue the strong and sound athe kinds of raids that have been ‘launched against us in the past.” Mr. Thompson found office filesj went back to March 1, 1948. Mr. present and former members of‘» McLeod said about 50 years were? Township Council, the PlanningI missing. from 1890. Chairman M111 Board, Township staff. officials William Barker agreed it would‘ from surrounding townships and be interesting to preserve ac- roads departments. [counts of times of gaslight and Two days after her golden lamplight, since he recalled them‘ wedding anniversary, Mrs. Johnlduring 60 years around the vii-l l news correspondent Houston. telephone Oath [gin/gen, Jake Wéox Soc-tag Legion News Branch 570 Canadian Legion, at their executive meeting last week have named the posts which will be held by the execu- tive committee elected last month. Stan McComb will head the membership committee, Geo. Windsor the welfare committee, Roy Weaving is in charge of sports, Gord Rowe the ways and means committee, and Mrs. Bet- ty Orton, the only woman mem- ber of the executive will be en- tertainment officer, and press and ‘ o q 5 3 In 9 H ~< E o n E o = m Findlay, considered 1960 trustees had done an excellent job on some of the basic utilities and continued to hold finances in strong condition. He believed there were several problems fac- ing the village now and in future requiring more attention at this time than they are getting. He emphasized as pressing problems the “staggerineg dan- gerous” railway crossings, alter- ing the fire hall room so it would be more useful for firemen, rais- ing their fire-call fee by 50 per cent, policing to improve matters for pedestrians and motorists, and offâ€"street parking. Mr. Findlay urged direct rep- resentation on the high school board. He suggested, “If it would expedite arrangements for utili- ties, we could apply to county council to have trustees consti- tuted as a board of trustees, which would have more extensive utilities powers. He commented if businessmen were unable to launch the Santa Claus parade, “surely a little guidance would bring more or- ganizations closer together to put it on as a community effort.” He asked, “Why can’t this village invest a few hours of investiga- tion and pick out some work that needs to be done anyway and get a 75 per cent labor grant under the government-sponsored winter works program?” Tackling industrial possibilities, Mr. Findlay urged the village to take whatever steps were neces- sary. “Apparently no one else is going to do it for us.” He pointed out, “We have strong surpluses and reserves as well; our village assets are going up and our debenture debt going down.” Mr. Findlay continued his pre- pared statement, “Every year or so the village has to defend itself against financial raids by the township. About two years ago they tried to get our very solvent waterworks. A year or so before they tried to take our share of the main provincial grants. This year they tried to stick us with a share of their road debt. These arc only some.” “Each time there are fierce ar- guments and about a week’s work in fighting off these raids, which shouldn’t even happen because so far the raids have failed fairly dismally,” declared the lawyer. “Even now, they still hold on to some minor items of ours, in- cluding grants. There is talk of attempts to acquire our fire de- partment and police department, which need to be examined closeâ€" ly to see what the financial loss might be to us,” he said. “In earlier years the defending has been done- my myself and others as trustees at no cost. This year when I was not a trustee, the village felt it was desirable to engage me to assist in the fight on the road debt dispute on a fee basis, which was done and with success." Mr. Findlay went on, “I be- lieve I can accomplish more on trustees than outside them to financial policies set up for the village in recent years and to guard against financial loss under Asked by Mr. Gordon Orr if he intended to continue his promo- tion of incorporation if a trustee, Mr. Findlay replied, “I intend to soft pedal it. My own views are well known. As ratepayers see tax bills and gradually realize Ithey would have been slightly :31: less, they will swing to support incorporation without my urging. Answering Mr. Findlay said he had consid- ered running for township coun- ; cil this year, but definitely had no intention. Robert McLeod drew several ‘laughs with his comments. He observed, “There seems to be quite a bit of dissatisfaction. I don’t know what people want. Incorporation didn’t go over very well." He thought people should have had a vote over hiring of‘ a secretaryâ€"manager. ‘ Mr. McLeod thought ratepayers . were due for a cut in taxes, but? questioned how low a standard of another question, '- He said he couldn’t afford to stay in .‘i - office; his bakery business went '3, downhill when he served before. a a, RADIO, TV & AERIALSi Norris was back in her King St. sales, repairs, TV for rent home after a month‘s rest in. it? ELECTRiC WIRING York County Hospital because of' . l'a heart condition. 1' you want It lured “v 0'1 Mr. Norris had dinner at the commend _°au us ,hospital with his wife to cele- 72: OIL BURNER SERVICE brate the event quietly and nur- parts on hand ses surprised them with a de- * REPAIRS & SERVICE corated wedding cake. washer!” dryefl' Stoves Norris as a woman who has done 3“ makes a great deal for her community W..\I.S. of King City United 53 N Church. At Kingcrafts she taught T 4 l Mr. and Mrs. Norris have . - been constant supporters of King * REFRIGERATION as a member of King City “'0- REPAmslmen's Institute. the W. A. and lmany mcm‘ocrs one of her favâ€" orite hobbies. rug-hooking. City Church. They have two sons, Robert and Charles. Friends paid tribute to Mrs! lage_ [maintenance people wanted for Mr. Robert O‘Rcilly said, “I am . the Village- “ng road is a g00d willing and accept nomination." place for parkmg. It doesn’t go: As a King resident over 25 years“ any P1309 The Idea 0f business he explained he had been in busi- men buylng land for Parking is ness 15 years. six of those in the OUT. became "they are Struggling immediate village. He served am My taxes- total of eight years in the two: "I used to be able t0 make' World Wars. ‘ money being a trusteeâ€"$20.00 as :trustce and $25.00 for being Road lCommissioner. These people do it for nothing." Uncertain if he‘ would run. Mr. McLeod announc- pcople in it. I believe in dcmoc- ed. “Everybody is asking for racy and will our be ready to votes. I hope nobody votes for stand by its principles.” He un-lme because I've been in before.” derstood powers of.a Police Vii-i, Mr. Aubrey Gordon thanked 13:19 were "somewhat limited. but his sponsors and said he was it is good to soc dcmocracy in its “undecided.” Mr. Glass thought bloom here tonight, when we can i there were others present “better lvoice our views.” ,qualificd.” Mr. Sim was unable; Former Democracy Evident "I believe in King. its growth and development. I believe in the i Trustee Donald M.1to remain for the meeting. I publicity. An all-out drive to re- vive the interest of non-active members and to interest prospec- tive- members is being planned. The auxiliary has several ac- tivities underway. With the bake sale of last Saturday behind them, the ladies are concentrat- ing on a turkey dinner next Wed- nesday, December 7 from 5 to 9 pm. At the regular monthly meet- ing last week new officers for 1961 were elected. Mrs. Margar- et Killick was re-elected presi- dent with Mrs. Eleanor Charuk and Mrs. Flo McComb as first and second vice-presidents, taking over from Mrs. Lill Windsor and Mrs. Gladys Taylor. Mrs. Lill At- cheson accepted a second term as secretary and Mrs. Amy Wea- ving will succeed Mrs. EACharuk as treasurer. Sergeant-at-arms (pro temps) is Mrs. Ann Collins. The new executive committee is Mrs. Lill Windsor, Mrs. Flo Gib- bons, Mrs. Peggy Cragg and Mrs. Ann Collins. Brownie Happenings Last Saturday accompanied by Guide Captain Mildred Red- fern several of the Brownie Lea- ders of Oak Ridges and Lake Wilcox travelled to Oshawa to take part in a training course for leaders. Allyson Jones of Lake Wilcox was enrolled as a Brownie last Thursday as her family plans to move before the enrollment cere- mony on December 8. Mrs. Elean- or Charuk, Brown Owl, acted on behalf of District Commissioner Mary Smith. Retarded Children’s Drive Campaign Chairman Gord Rowe for this district, in aid of the Thornhaven School for Retarded Children announced that an ob- jective of $30,000 has been set for the drive. The largest area of concentration this year will be within the Lake Wilcox-Oak Ridges districts and between 30 and 40 canvassers had hopes or calling at every home in the area. Junior Humane Society While I know who the officers for the newly organized Junior Humane Society are, I am not telling until the official announ- cement of the results of nomina- tions held at each of the three schools has been made at the December meeting I’ll give a hint though. Of the four offices to be filled (president, viceâ€"presi- dent, secretary and treasurer) each school is represented. Our Lady of the Annunciation will have two members on the execu- tive and Oak Ridges and Lake Wilcox Public Schools each have one. The committees, however, have a representative of each school as well as an adult who will act in an advisory capacity only. Standing by to be of service are Mr. Fred Mason, Mrs. Freda Munro, Mr. Robert Pritchard, Mr. Archie Ross and myself. Mrs. Munro will help with the clerical end of things. Mr. Prit- chard will aid in the painting of posters, while Mr. Ross helps with the woodworking and car- pentry projects. I will be avail- able to give a hand toward the publicity for society functions, although the main idea is to let the children handle things them- selves. St. Paul’s W.A. The regular monthly meeting of St. Paul’s United Church Wom- en’s Auxiliary was held Novem- ber 22. Mrs. Ken Farquharson re- ported the very successful bazaar raised a total of $446.00.Six lad- ies took a trip back through time much to everyone’s delight wear- ing clothes of the long, long ago. Mrs. Lang, president,» Mrs. Ross Farquharson, tea convenor, wore gowns from around the turn of the century, while Mrs. Vern Plant, Mrs. Ken Farquharson and Mrs. Herb Six were flappers. Mrs. J. Farquharson Senior wore a blouse and hat that she wore years ago when her son Ross was christened. On display were candlestick holders and a min- ister‘s coat over 100 years old, loaned by Mrs. M. Rank of Aur- ora. Two rocking chairs, also over 100 years old, loaned by Mrs. Jack Blyth of Oak Ridges, and an album of the 1890’s, loaned by Telephone TU. 4-5368 AUTO E RENTALS BYTHE--- DAY - WEEK - MONTH OR YEAR LAU IAuto WILLO 6167 YONGE ST. Skeet £05. Motor Tune-up â€" Starters, Generators, Carburetors, Voltage Regulators - Auto-Lite Service Dealer CAR AND TRUCK Mrs. T. Gardiner which was her mother's, made when she was a‘ child, were also admired. December's meeting will be a pot luck supper at which time donations of jams, jellies or can- ned fruit are to be brought. Cubs The cubs of lst Oak Ridges: Pack are- temporarily being led by two Scouts as Akela Mrs. Ellen Davis has been excused until af- ter Christmas due to pressure of business. Teachers’ Convention The pupils of Oak Ridges Pub- lic School enjoyed a holiday last. Friday when the teachers attend-1 ed a teachers’ convention. Mrs. Lill Marr, Mrs. S. Me- Clennon and Mrs. Gord Rowe at-. tended a Scout conference in King City Anglican Church last: week as representatives of the Ladies’ Auxiliary. Mrs. Rowe is a member of the executive com- mittee from this district. About People Our most sincere sympathy is extended to Mrs. Elsie Gibb and family of Lakeland Ave., Lake Wilcox on the very sudden pass- ing of her father, Mr. William Hopper of Forest, Ont. He enter- ed into rest Monday, November: 21, three months after his‘ wife, who died September 5. Funeral services were held in Orillia November 24 with inter- ment in St. Andrew’s Cemetery in Orillia. Ken Lacey of Aubrey Avenue, Oak Ridges arrived home from Newmarket Hospital last Thurs- day after undergoing surgery. He was injured during P.T. at school and suffered a ruptured spleen. He is recovering quite nicely, and a few more days of rest will see him back on his feet. Mrs. Hagan of Oak Ridges was hospitalized recently and is re- cuperating at Newmarket after a stomach operation. To those friends and neighbours who miss her sunny smile, she temporarily calls room 101 home and a short visit or a card would be a nice gesture and deeply appreciated. Mr. Tom Killisk, Bayview Ave., Lake Wilcox, was married to the former Miss Doris Ellis of H01- land Landing in a very quiet cer- emony in Toronto last week. The couple plan to make their home in Toronto. Mrs. Terry Whitehorn of Lake Wilcox Road, Oak Ridges, plan- ned to sit and watch TV as a birthday present to herself last Thursday afternoon. Her husband was away on business and was not due home till the next day. Several friends however had oth- er ideas. Armed with birthday cake, small remembrances and loads of best wishes, Mrs. Joyce Patterson, Mrs. Jean Osborne, Mrs. Barbara Wilson and Mrs. Eleanor Charuk, popped in for afternoon tea and held a sur- prise party for her. Ruth Crossman 10, and brother Steven are children of Mr. and Mrs. James Crossman of Schom- berg Road. They celebrated birth- days last week with a party in their home. Guests were Janice McRibber, Renika Slykhouis, Robbie Woolnough, Gordon Coon, Carol Orton and of course broth- er Gary. Bonnie Ann Howell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Randy Howell, Oak Ridges, celebrated her first birthday with a small party at her home last week also. ‘ Carol Orton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Orton, Aubrey Ave., Oak Ridges, celebrated her birth- day by taking two friends Cathy LaPelle and Ruth Crossman and sister Vicki out to dinner at the Summit Restaurant last Satur- day. 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