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BY ALEX SJOBERG The dictionary defines the word elocution as the art of cor- rect intonation, inflection, and gesture in public speaking. An elocutionist is one skilled in elo- cution. capable of teaching the art, and who gives public read- ings. On both counts Miss Mar- guerite Boyle, 19 Centre Street, Thornhill. is a name to be invok- ed with appreciation. In the past four decades she has taught elo- cution to hundreds and hundreds of men. women and children. To- day they are scattered across the country but, despite the changing years, one-time pupils are forever cropping up to express their af- fection and gratitude and to re- minisce. “The process of growth in re- pertoire, artistry and popularity. has been evenly distributed in Miss Boyle's case.” The quali- ties which she, as teacher, seeks to develop in aspiring elocution- ists include dramatic interpreta- tion without exaggeration, good voice and facial expression, ges- ture, not overdone, clear, cor- rect but not over-precise enuncia- tion. The lessons help obviate in- feriority, brings out personality traits which have been lying dor- mant and strengthens the already positive character. Many a trem- bling beginner, hampered by self- consciousness or some other psy- chological block, by learning to recite poetry properly. make a speech or deliver an oral busin- Just as there is no end to what one can learn in this fascinating profession so there seems to be no end to Miss Boyle's career. For years she operated two studios, one at her charming, spacious home, the otherrin West Toronto. The latter was shut down some years ago but if the popular elo- cutionist thought she was going to take life a bit easier she had to revise that idea. There is al- ways a waiting list of would-be private pupils. Clients come from, every walk of life. They are teachers and tradesmen. ministers and mission- aries, laws'ers, doctors and work- men. the heads of financial and industrial concerns. housewives, and club women. They range in age from three and four to the seventies. A woman whose poise and intellect is equallediby her modesty, she deprecates her ab- ility as a teacher, passing it off by saying that her pupils claim the lessons in elocution have been a great help in gaining need- ed self-confidence or improving ability. .' Experience With these words, the Most Rev. Francis A. Marrocco, D.D., Auxiliary Bishop of Toronto, last week confirmed a large class of children and adults in St. Mary’s Catholic Church. After the liturgical reception at the door of the Church by the Parish Priest. Fr. Frederick Mc- Ginn, His Excellency proceeded Miss Boyle. has amassed a. Wealth of sound, practical psych- ology. When she says there is no end to what one can learn as a teacher. she means that no two persons are alike. “They all differ in temperament and capacity,” she pointed out. “No single tech- nique can be applied with equal benefit to every pupil. and one never evolves a specific tech- nique to resolve a specific prob- lem without adding immeasur- ably to one's own knowledge." She says that what a teacher gives intellectually is returned by her pupils. The technique referr- ed to are methods of approach and encouragement designed to bring out the best in the individ- ual so that when he or she ren~ ders poetry or prose. humour or drama it is done with finesse and a. .thority. In the words of her teacher, Given A. Smily. in a testimonial: “I sign thee with the sign of the Cross, and I confirm thee w*“‘ the chrism of salvation, in the name of the Father, and of the son .and of the Holy Ghost." "Amen." Langstafi Resident Wideiy Known As leading Teacher Of Eiocution Marguerite Boyle Has Helped Many Bishop Marrocco Confirms At St. Mary's Immaculate purely poetic in a manner which the untrained, but enthusiastic, lover of literature cannot hope to emulate. Mrs. R. Bowes of Minden spent a day recently with her daughter and family, Mr. and ,Mrs. Len By the time she started to teach, Miss Boyle’s personal re- putation was already largely es- tablished as a humorous and sen- timental monologist, with her dramatic recitations, her render- ing of poetry and dialect readings (Irish, Negro, Cockney and Fren- ch Habitant). She had already received considerable and always laudatory press reviews for her excellence of technique and plea- sing manner which had charmed audiences everywhere in Ontario. On Tuesday the L.0.L. 91 of Thornhill held a euchre party. Winners were: ladies first - Mrs. Caroline Evans; second - Mrs. J. Madill and consolation, Mrs. J. Williams. Mens first: Mr. J. Madill; second Mr. J. Bentley and consolation, Jim Williams. A spec- ial prize was donated by Mr. Fer- gusQn and was won by Mr. Bent~ ley. Returning to the altar from the bidy of the church. where he had talked to the Class, the Bishop then put on his pontifical Vest- ments. Assisting His Excellency in the administration of the Sac- rament were the following Parish Priests: Rev. Frank Robinson (Our Lady Queen of the World, to the Sanctuary, where after a brief prayer, he addressed the children and adults. Following this short discourse, the Bishop asked many questions about the teachings of the Church, and was pleased with the answers given. Many of her pupils have become successful elocutionists and pub- lic speakers. Some have gravitat- ed to television and radio. One such well-known Canadian enter- tainer took lessons from Miss Boyle for 16 years. For many years she gave annual dramatic recitations with from 10 to 40 pupils. In the words of one news- paper: “To Miss Boyle great cred- it is due for the good and inspir- ing work she is doing for Canad- ion dramatic art." Miss Boyle used to direct plays for the Uni- ted Church Young Men's Club once a year and annually, from 1939-45. put on recitals for the Naval Reserve Auxiliary in To- ronto. Mrs. A. Read made a Dresden plate quilt for the WA. and at the last meeting of W.A. it was decided to go to her home and have a quilting bee. Three ladies. Mrs. E. Bone, Mrs. J. Baker and Mrs. R. Middleton with Mrs. Read worked on the quilt, got a great deal accom- pushed and had a very pleasant day into the bargain. Mrs. Gor- don Read prepared lunch and had afternoon coffee for the lad- ies, she also baked a cake in honour of Mrs. Baker's birthday on May 11. Euchre Party The two little daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mitchell were baptized. Sharon Pearl and Bar- bara Margaret Mitchell; also Glen William. baby son of Mr. and Mrs. George Wood, with Mr. Ernest Bone, elder, assisting. School News The children were happy to have the half day off school Fri- day as Mr. Green attended the Teachers Convention at Maple. Quilting Bee The Boyle name is well-known throughout the district. In the At Carrville United Church, on May 14, a Mother’s Day and bap- tismal service was held, Rev. Howard Veals was n charge and held a family service with the Sunday School remaining in the church to take part in the ser- vice.Mark Kirk gave out the Mo- ther's day leaflets. Church News The choir sang “The Old Rug- ged Cross" as their anthem. A basket of flowers was placed in front of the Communion table, by the family of the late Mrs. Albert Middleton. CORRESPONDENT: MRS. BERT MIDDLETON Telephone AL. 7-8920 CARRVILLE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. De": Wilson, and daughters Myra-Jane and Betty- Anne Wilson of Toronto, spent the Mother’s Day week-end with er. and Mrs. Jack Barton and John. Myra-Jane Wilson is five years old on May 15 and celebrat- ed her birthday on Sunday at Barton's with Mr. and Mrs. Dav- vid Barton, and Bonnie and Doug- las Barton of Beverley Acres; Mrs. Sadie Oliver and Helen Oli- ver of Richmond Hill; Miss Jan McCormick of Downsview for supper. The Bert Middleton’s joined them in the evening for birthday cake and ice~cream. Prof. and Mrs. Tom Wilson and daughters Marni and Nancy Wil- son of Toronto also visited at the Barton home on Sunday. Richmond Hill); Rev. Dr. Edward Crossland (St. Luke's, Thornhill); Rev. James Hayes. (St. John's, r‘ewmarket); and Rev. Evan Mar- chand, (Assistant Priest, St. Ed- ward's, Willowdale.) For the Sunday afternoon’s ceremony. the boys wore long red confirmation robes, while the girls had on white robes, and red caps. After Benediction of the Bless- ed Sacrament, the procession left the Church, to gather on the lawn in front of Our Lady of Fatima School where the Confirmation picture was taken. weft and woof of its history the name has a firm place for the first Boyle. This citizen, David, was born October 31, 1820, in a small village on the River Ayr, in Ayrshire, Scotland, where he L.astered the blacksmith’s trade. He came to Canada, to Hogg’s Hollow, in 1842. By industry and carefulness he was able to buy out his blacksmith employer and some years later turned to farm- ing in the 2nd Concession, East York, for six or seven years. In 1861 he moved to RichmonJ Hill, engaging in farming until 1881, when he retired. He took a deep interest in public affairs, and was a strong advocate of free schools, was Councilman for York Township for a term, and Reeve of Vaughan Township for sever- al years. He served on the Rich- mond Hill school board for 20 years. He became a member of the York Pioners in March, 1906. He passed away on September 25, 1919, at the age of 90. DRAPES, CARPETS, RUGS. FURNITURE, ALL CARPET' REPAIRS Immediate Pick-up and Delivery Free Estimates RICHMOND HILL TU. 4-3833 AURORA PA. 7-4671 The acres at Langstaff, known as the ‘Boyle Farm’ will have a familiar ring to the many. The present Boyle home where Mar- guerite, sister Agnes and bro- ther Morgan reside, is a delight to anyone interested in examining a home as it should be, spacious, airy, tastefully furnished, per- meated with, an atmosphere of culture and quiet dignity. On May 9, Mrs. Lucy Coombs of Toronto, former Lucy Ness, celebrated her 90th birthday and was given a party at the home of her son, Mr. Verril Coombs, with 35 present. Her sister, Mrs. Sadie Brook, was also present, also her great-niece Mrs. John A. Baker. Mr. Baker and Kenneth and Ray Baker attended. and report Mrs. Coombs very well. Birthday Party Kirk and Mark. 90th Birthday Party SUPER CARPET CLEANING SOMETHING NEEDED LIBERAL CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS PHONE TU. 4-1105 ADMISSION BOB SCOTT ORCHESTRA DANCE The 112th Annual Fair sponsored by the RICHMOND HILL AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY Ofers A Varied Program Of Events EVERYONE S INVITED TO ATTEND JUDGING STARTS AT 11 A.M. Some of Ontario's Finest Horses will compete in the Light Horse Classes THRILLING SADDLE 8: HURDLE EVENTS Featuring Outstanding Horsemanship Show continues throughout the afternoon YORK COUNTY JERSEY SHOW GUERNSEY CALF CLUB COMPETITION TRACTOR DRIVING CONTEST HORSESHOE PITCHING CONTEST Well Known TV and Mart Kenny Artists 1'0 BE HELD AT THE FAIR GROUND SATURDAY, MAY 20th F 0110 w T h e C r 0 w d TO THE $1.00 Per Person RIDES ADULTS - 50c â€" ADMISSION â€" CHILDREN - 25c IN ARENA AT NIGHT THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill GAMES â€" REFRESHMENTS Milton Savage, President â€" Wm. Neal .Ir., Secretary RICHMOND HILL AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY ntario, Thursday, May 18, 1961 59 Yonge St. S. Richmond Hill