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The December meeting was Well attended, with the school choir participating in the pro- gramme. Following the pro- gramme theme "Everywhere, Everywhere, Christmas To- night,” the girls sang carols from different lands. The chair is under the direction of Miss Janet Dalglish who later led the Elements in singing their carols co. Guest speaker for the evening Was Dr. D. Wade, professor of World Religions and Christian Ethics at Knox College, To- ronto. Dr. Wade's address fol- lowed the programme theme as he described how it felt to be in a non-Christian country at Christmas time. He emphasized that we in Canada. whether Christian or not, have been ex- posed to Christmas all our lives and cannot imagine life without it. Dr. Wade described the feel- ing that overcame his family On the Christmas which they spent in the Orient where, so far, only the Christians. a very Email minority. celebrate the birth of Christ. There are no Santa Claus parades, very few coloured lights. no last minute shopping, none of the prepara- tions which have become so much a way of Christian lives. Christmas comes to those who appreciate only its original meaning. and so to the majority in the Far East, it doesn't come. at all. Just past midnight, on the morning of Christmas, Dr. Wade recalled that he and his wife suddenly heard beautiful music which turned out to be groups of people singing Christmas carols, and they continued to sing all night long. Dr. Wade reminded us that we in Canada are so rich in spiritual as well as material things and we should never fail to appreciate this. Social Home and School Several members of the As- sociation told of the origin of Christmas customs in other countries. Sympathy is extended again hthe Poole family on the death of Mr. Poole's brother-in-law. Several members of the family motored to Concord, Michigan for the funeral. Unpleasant as it is, we must remind ourselves again this year that some people do not have enough money for Christmas gifts, and they feel that the only way to get it is to break into someone else's home. Al- though it's rather late in the season, (who has money left now?) you are advised not to take any chances in leaving mdoney or gifts around unguard- e . Maple. Concord .&E9319!Allifirifi t-This year we got the “bug” to make Christmas decorations, and after a diet of styrofoam stew and "glitter" soup my fam- liy will be very glad to see that lturkey dinner on Christmas. fivekn the rug has that glittery oo . Some decorations looked fraz- zled, Others a little bit frayed, So, buying a can of gold lacquer. I sprayed, and I sprayed, and I; sprayed! That "glow" my children have these days comes from outside as well as Inside. My “orna- ments in orbit" actually looked more like those missles that didn’t quite make it. A Happy Holiday anyway to you all, and may Santa bring you at least one or two items that you want but really don't need! The girls who took the “Gym n' Swim" classes with the Y.W.C.A. this fall recently en- joyed the final evening of the series when husbands and friends joined them for swim- ming, badminton and exercises. On the last activity some hus- ‘bands “chickened out." and the girls vow that next time they‘ll take their boyfriends! girls vow that next time they'll """" '"b (1. Th ' il-‘ take their boyfriends! pnzes dism ute e aux . iary supplied lunch. and each 1’ It's time now for the se- boy received a tangerine and irond step in Christmas shop- candy cane as he left. Only 1118' - returning 8nd exchang- disappointing aspect of the ev- n-g everything that is too big. ening was that many parents ‘ioo small and the wrong col- were made conspicuous by their our. absence. “The Libel“: is llways willing to publish interesting items regarding people Our representative in Maple in Mrs. Len Shore, ALpine 7-1150; in Edgeley an: Keller. AV. 5-2375. 1 THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Qntario. Thursday, December 28. 1961 Plumbing & Heating S. FEENEY â€" TU.4-2404 CONCORD SOCIALS $20 . . . . . . . . . . . . $13.40 $25 $14.65 $30 ............ $18.00 $35-$40 . . . $20.00 PHONE COLLECT ESTAB. 1950 TOWN & COUNTRY FOOD PLAN Town & Country’s food~and-freezer plan assures you top-quality name-brand foods at lowest prices your family ever enjoyed. If your weekly food bill is now: 210 Markham Rd. - - RICHMOND HILL AV. 5-5401 â€" AV. 5-5402 â€" WA. 1-1445 24 HOUR SERVICE Repairs & Installation COMPARE â€" FREE ESTIMATES a Prinz "Many gifts were exchanged '0 Items during the evening. Karen 15’ don't Whaley, who formerly assisted “ Mr. Webb. was presented with 9 Gym 21 cub cup and saucer from the uh the boys. The leaders, Messrs. Webb [my en‘ Custerarl and Day, were given 5 0f the gifts from the boys and the boys is 9nd were given c‘ub Tâ€"shirts from r SWIm- the mothers’ auxiliary. The ‘ercmes- leaders spoke briefly about cub 7‘9 hus' work and there were some pro- and “.13 ficiency badges and hqbby shew And there is hardly I soul left who hasn't said. “Next year will be different!" We have all made our useless reso- lutions to start shopping earâ€" lier and spend less money. Birthdays There are several birthdays to be remembered this time of year. Ronnie Smith was six on Christmas day. At his Sunday school's Christmas service last year when the superintendent asked whose birthday was be- ing celebrated. Ronnie march- ed up with his “birthday pen- nies" and said “Yes, mine!” Well, he was right but some- thing else was on the superin- tendent's mind. A couple of weeks ago we were made aware of our neigh- bours through services which they offered. About ten o‘- clock one Saturday morning Mr. Bert Witty showed up at our door with some freshly burtchered pork which we promptly bought and will enjoy in the next few weeks. We didn't know that Mr. Witty butchered and he told us that this was his thirty-eighth year to do so. Some of us are a little slow to find out these things. Elizabeth D'Eat‘h was seven on December let. Wesley Bo- ron. and Mrs. Fred Orr share a December 28 birthday, and so do Mr. J. Keffer and his sister Mrs. W. Hoiles, Thorn- hill, on December 27. A happy birthday to you all. Butchering For 38 {lean In the afternoon, a freckle-I fiaeed boy appeared wanting to know if we were in need of a Christmas tree, whlch he an- nounced he was selling. I found out that he was Wayne Sherman whose dad, Bob had been kind enough to drive his boys and their trees around the neighbourhood. The su- preme head of the house jump- ed at the opportunity of get- tin-g a tree delivered right to the door, since his resistance had worn very thin after an hour of “When are you going to get the tree?" We hope the Sherman's en- terprise was successul en- ough that they will repeat their service next year. School News The various classes at Conâ€" cord School had their Christ‘- mas Parties last Thursday and the women teachers received their usual “smelly” array of soap, penfwme and powder, as well as a gift from the class as a whole. J udg-lng by the grade - oner who appeared at this door with a bag full of gifts and goodies in one hand and the remains of a chocolate bar in the other, the parties were very successful. Hope the tea- chers have a well-deserved rest over the holidays. Cub Party The annual party for wolf cubs and their families was held recently at the school. Mr. Warren Bailie was master of ceremonies for the evening and the programme began with Christmas Carols. followed by a very enjoyable film, “The Chalrmaker and the Boys.” “A” pack, under the leadership of Mr. Harry Webb, gave a good ‘demonstraton of their work in whipping ropes, road safety and signalling. 7 Underipur plan it will be only: $13.40 $14.65 $18.00 $20.00 ESTAB. 1950 ems regarding people and events contributed by its readers in Maple, Concord 8: Edgeley districts. 7-1150:1n Edgeley and Sherwood. Mr. Raymond Stuart. AV. 5-1934; and in Concord. Mn. Bath Christmas Mr. and Mrs. R. Stuart enjoy-l The Christmas Holiday Week ed Christmas dinner with their is a time for many happy family son and daughter-in-law. Mr. gatherings in the community. and Mrs. John Stuart and grand~ Returning home for Christ- daughter Beverly Ann. mas with their parents, Mr. and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Harper of Mrs. John Young, were Mr. and Newmarket joined Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Maurice Malyneyk and Percy Usher and Mr. and Mrs. children, Brian and Lawrie, Mr. Bert Cook and family for din- and Mrs. Robert Graham and ner on Christmas Day. Betty Jean; Frank Young and Mrs. W. Butt went to Orange- Miss Margaret Fitzgerald of ville where she spent the holi- Toron‘to, Miss June Young and day with Mr. and Mrs. Don Butt. her fiance. Bill O'Hara of Rich- Mrs. W. Maginn and Bruce mond Hill; Jimmy Young; Dav- went to St. Catharines on Sat- id and his friend. Miss Shirley urday where Mrs. Maginn assist- Yakley of Concord. Miss Brenda ed her daughter and son-in-law. Reid of 16th Avenue joined her Mr. and Mrs. Jack Armitage fiance. V-ici Young, for Christ- prepare for a large family ga- ‘mas at the Young's home. thering on Christmas Day which \Socials included Mr. and Mrs. H. Roun- her fiance. Bill O'Hara of Rich- Mrs. W. Maginn and Bruce mond Hill; Jimmy Young; Dav- went to St. Catharines on Sat- id and his friend. Miss Shirley urdray where Mrs. Maginn assist- Yakley of Concord. Miss Brenda ed her daughter and son-in-law. Reid of 16th Avenue joined her Mr. and Mrs. Jack Armitage fiance. V-ici Young, for Christâ€" prepare for a large family ga- mas at the Young‘s home. thering on Christmas Day which Socials included Mr. and Mrs. H. Roun- Mr. Tommy Tomkow and dinvg and children Gayle, Carole daughters, Pamela and Melody. and Laurie of Toronto and Mr. came from their home in King- and Mrs. Harry Lightfoot and ston to spend the holiday week- children Douglas, Donald and end with Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Louise of Maple. Tomkow and Ken. Birthday Party Jim Darlington was home on holidays from the Ontario Ag- ricultural College in Gueyph: Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Burke and family observed the Christ- m-as Holiday with Mr. and Mrs. Allen Boake and family of Wes- ton. Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Darlington had as their guests on Christ- mas, Mr. and Mrs. C. Kingston of Palermo, Miss J. Clements of Toronto and the Misses Vera and Helen Kingston of Burl-ing- ton. Hero Worship A circle of eager faces looked up to Dalt McArthur, local resi- dent and N.H.L. referee, who wears the number "3" on his official sweater - as question after question was plied concer- ning the one special hero of the young hockey enthusiast of Maple eager to find out so many things that only a man with Dalt’s position might know. The occasion was just before Christ- mas when Dalton McArth'ur of- fered to drop in at George Vi- gus’ Hardware and answer as many questions concerning the N. H. L. players et a1, as pos- sible. Some little boys went home happier and luckier than others because they were now the proud owner of a genuine N.H.L. hockey puck used in an official game. Thanks to Dalt and George for bringing a spot of hero wor- ship to life for Maple’s small fry sports’ enthusiasts. Neighbors Abed Stephen Shore and his neigh- bor, Grant Rose, have been missing the last several days of holiday excitement at school because of flu. Birthdays Adding to the excitement of Christmas and holidays, these boys celebrated birthday-s in December; Bruce Palmer on December 10; Craig Shields had a birthday on December 13 while brother Rodney cele- brates his December 28 be- tween two special days. Shar- ing Christmas excitement with a birthday is Randy Phillips and Gordon Brock, both on Decem- ber 25th. From Us To You May we, your correspondent for ‘Maple Notes,’ yours truly Toby Shore - and the staff of “the Liberal” take this moment to wish you and yours the very very best in 1962. May you share the joys with your loved ones and may the ‘Peace and good will’ that comes from the Christ Child rest and abide in your heart. ' Tough Break As Pat Salmon leaned back to admire his handiwork in a plant in Burlington - he forgot he was atop a ladder” The re- The death occured on Decem- ber 14th at the Elm Tree Nurs- ing Home of Joshua Andrews Manning of Maple. He was in his 93rd year. Mr. Manning was born in 1869 at Aurora, the son of Rob- ert Manning and Mary Andrews. B. W. MILLER Senior Citizen Joshua A. Manning Dies At 92 The finest in floral designs; and bedding plants. PHONE ALpine 7-1471 Keele Street Maple, Ont. GROWER â€" FLORIST Since 1880 Maple Edgeley Socials Mrs. Sarah Peterman celebrat- ed her 97th birthday at a fam- ily get-together _on_ Decgmbgr 9 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Avery. Mrs. Peterman is in excellent health and enjoyed celebrating this wonderful mile- stone in her life that few of us have the opportunity to attain. On hand to help in the cele- bration were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Peterma‘n of Alliston, Mr. and Mrs. H. Rounding of Toronto, Mrs. WiLl Petermuan of Klein- sult ?!? A broken leg and badly bruised heel on t'other foot. Pat is the Skipper of lst Maple Scout Troop - having just received an axe the prev- ious night from the boys, they were glad he hadn’t been swing- ing that. Notes With a walking cast he seems to navigate very well. School Children Sing Carols The pupils of grades 7 and 8 of George Bailey Public School, under the direction of Vaughan Township Music Direc- tor Hugh Martin, gathered in the Vaughan Township Offices ithe week before Christmas to sing carols - a most welcome gesture. Happy New Year With the hope that your Christmas was Merry â€" we wish you all the very best for the New Year. Let us know how you cele-‘ bnated New Year’s Eve â€" a party at your house, or a get- together with the family, or a rousing good time with your neighbors. Perhaps you’ve had out-of~town visitors or gone vis. iting out-of-town â€"- so many fun things have been going on, how about sharing them with our readers? W.M.S. United Church The December meeting of the Maple United Church W.M.S. was held in the Religious Educ- ation Room, on December 19, with the ladies of the W.A. as guests. Mrs. T. F. Jackson pre- sided. The program was in charge of Mrs. H. Jackson and Mrs. M. Robson along with the ladies from the W.A. Miss Lois Perkins of Rich- mond Hill. sang two lovely so- Los, “O Holy Night" and “Little Lord Jesus”. She was accom- panied by Mrs. R. Clegg. Miss Helen Payne recited, “A Topsy Turvy Christmas." Ladies of the W.A. portrayed a pageant “The Christmas Story", directed by Mrs. Bruce Davis. with girls from the jun- ior department of the Sunday School singing carols led by Mrs. Payne. The devotional was given by Mrs. N. Robson. H-er theme was a “Christmas Message”. At the age of three he moved with his parents to Teston. There he met Mary Edith Coop- er and they were married in 1894. His wife predeceased him seven years ago. Three sons and one daughter were born to them. Wilfred who resides in Hamilton, George of Maple, ‘Howard of Guelph and Mary “Mrs. Roy Fierheller) of Au- ‘rora. Mr. Manning was a member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. The funeral service was conducted by the minister of the church, Rev. B. F. Andrew. The pall bearers were five grandsons. Francis Cook, Cecil Carnochan, Russell Manning, Murray Young. Joseph Won-all and a life long friend of the family Elmer Garrow. In- terment took place in Maple .Cemetery. bangâ€""Mr? And? Mrs. Woloshyn and Francis Stephen and Teddy visited Russell friends in Oshawa on Sunday. Joseph Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Boehm‘ friend and family enjoyed a visit with‘ :ow_ In. Mrs. Boehm's father, Frank Maple Ellis of Britannia who is spend- ing Christmas week with the Boehms. burg and Mrs. Peterman's sis- ter, Mrs. Maude Roberts of Tor- onto. Also Kay and Louise. Mrs. Evert Kellam of Woodbridge, whose birthday is the same day, also called on Mrs. Peterman. Christmas Luncheon Mrs. Fred Bodker, Mrs. C. H. Boake and Mrs. W. Maginn en- tertained the ladies with Christ- mas readings and demonstrations and all joined in singing Christ. mas carols and exchanging gifts. The members of the Edgeley Women's Institute enjoyed a pot luck Christmas luncheon at the home of Mrs. Roy Kefier 1n Thornhill, on December 8. On January 4, the Edgeley Women's Institute will hold a meeting at the home of Mrs. Alf Bags. Mrs. Frank Locke will convene the meeting and Mrs. A. Bagg. Mrs. R. Keffer and Mrs. C. Peelar will be the social com- mittee. Late Lewis Shaw Mrs. Homer Whitmore, Edge- ley and her sister, Mrs. George Bag of Tavistock, and their‘ brother George Poole of Con- cord. returned home on Tues- day of last week from Concord. Michigan. where they attended the funeral service for their brother-ln-lvaw, Lewis Shaw, who passed away on December 14 after a long illness. They accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Ken Poole of Concord on the motor trip to Concord in Michigan. Anniversary and Birthdays Mr. and Mrs. John Stuart cel- ebrated their fourth wedding anniversary on,December 7.7 7 Celebrating birthdays this month were David Boake, De- cember 11; Chas. Agnew and Mrs. Earl Robb, December 21; Raymond Stuart and Ken Tom- kow, December 23. Guy Prince. 5 years old, ofl Goodwell Farms and Stephen Bag, 4 years old, on December 28. Christmas Reunions Celebrating Christmas at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bodker were Mrs. Karen Glahn of Bronte and Mr. and Mrs. Neil Penna and children, Kim and David. Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Peelar en- joyed Christmas with Mrs. Peel- ar's cousin, Miles Boylan and Mrs. Boylan of Weston. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Whit- more spent Christmas Day with Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Fierhemer and Diane, Douglas and Jane. A family Christmas Eve par- ty was enjoyed at Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Avery’s home on Satur- day night. On Christmas Day. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Cook‘and children Linda and Sharon of Barrie and Mrs. Sarah Peterman spent the day with the Averys. The home of Mr. and Mrs.‘ Fred Hedges was the setting for a reunion with family and friends at Christmas time. En- joying Mr. and Mrs. Hedges' hospitality were their son Mar- tyn Hedges and Mrs. Hedges and their children Bruce, Robert. ;ter and Ann, Mr. Walter Beames of Toronto; also long time friends, Mr. and Mrs. John R‘anta and Mr. Rodney Rama and Charles Wilcox of Willow- dxale. Mr. and Mrs. John Glynn of Georgetown and son Peter who flew home for the holidays from the Royal Roads Military Col- lege, Victoria, B.C., joined Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Dalziel and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Agnew on Christmas Day. A. A.‘McKenzie, M.L.A. York North, of Woodlbrldge, also spent the holiday with his sis- ter, Mrs. Dallziel and Mr. Dal- ziel and family. M-rs. Riha Corbett and Mary Beth and Mr. and Mrs. Russ McGill and Joanne of Weston spent Christmas Eve with Mr. and Mrs. Alex Hunter and fam- ily. Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Gent en- tertained Mr. and Mrs. C. Rey- nolds of Point Claire, Montreal, on Thursday of last week. U _ During the Christmas holiday week guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gem included Dr. and Mrs. L. Ballantyne of Thornhill, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Breen of Islin-gton, Rev. B. V. Kendall of Toromo and Mr. and Mrs. E. Hickey oi Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Locke spent Christmas Day with Mrs. Locke's brother. Alf McKinnon and Mrs. McKinnon at Bridge- wood Farm. Mrs. Lorne Gillespie of Inner- kip is spending the holiday week with her daughter and son-in- law, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Howden iand their children. Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Moore of Cleveland. Ohio, and Mrs. Sals- bury of Chatham spent Christ- mas Day with the Moores in Edvgeley. WILLOWDALE â€"â€" North York Township Council is to take action against hedges, fences and other obstructions which impede vision at intersections. DEPT. OF HEALTH TWP. OF NORTH YORK Season‘s Greetings Board of Health and Staff from your at the December 14th meeting. In addressing the board, Mrs.l Following an appeal by Mrs. Thomasson said that after a‘ Thomasson, spokesman of the visit to the Department of Ed- delegation, Chairman Sam Kai- ucation. the parents of the ser promised to bring the sub- children concerned were firmly jeot to the attention of the convinced that the only solution board in committee. “We will to their problem lay within consider it again. I'm probably the power of the board. “You sticking my neck out but I sym- would not have set a prece- pathize with you people very dent," she stated. “as we were much. I always have, whether the only area which had had a you believe it or not. We are bus before the establishment of here for the benefit of the the school area." Continuing she Parents Meet Trustees Again A five-member delegation re- presenting the parents of school children of the Jefferson area, where the services of a school bus stopped in September, won a concession from Vaughan Township School Area Board Jefferson School Bus Tapic Will Be Reopened By new Christmas Day is telephone conveners. over and the festive season is Birthday Wishes in full swing. Many dances and Penny Michell, Bryson Drive parties are being held for young celebrated her 9th birthday on and old alike in our active area. Friday with a party at her home. lst Langstaff Cubs and Scouts Charles Howltt School News 'I‘he cub Christmas party was held at the school on December 14, given by the ladies auxil- iary. The scouts held their Christ- mas party on December 22. A troop hike was enjoyed on De- cember 17 and the New Year‘s Eve Camp will be at Hockley Valley in Orangeville December 31 to Jan. 1. The annual meeting of the group committee will be at the “Den” on January 9 at 8 pm. Alldfa-thers are invited to at- ten . The dance held at Maple Community Hall was a great success. 2nd Richvale Guides and Brownies The Christmas party for the‘ guides was on Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. L. Cazaly, Bryson Drive. - The brownies held their party at the school on Wednesday and exchanged, gifts. guides was on Tuesday night Earlier the same day the at the home of Mrs. L. Cazaly. Christmas assembly was held. Bryson Drive. Most of the children in each; - The brownies held their party room took part. at the school on Wednesday Parents Night and exchanged gifts. On Monday, parents night was The final decision on the held to allow the parents to splitting of the brownie pack speak to the teachers about has been announced. All brow- their childs report card and pro- nies will meet on Wednesday grass in school. nights, half at Emmanuel An- Your correspondent would glican Church and the others at like to take this opportunity to Charles Howitt School. The mo- wish everyone a Happy, Pros- thers will be notified by the perous New Year. Explorers The Explorer group and their leaders, Mrs. J. Story and Mrs. P. Bennett, held their Christ- mas Party in the Sunday School room on December 18, when they entertained their mothers as their guests. A short devotional period was held followed by games and the exchange of gifts. Each girl presented her mother with a gift. Refresh-meats brought an en- joyable evening to a close. Sunday School Christmas iConcert The annual Sunday school Christmas Concert was held in the church on December 20, with Dr. Binnington as chair- man. The junior choir sang several Christmas numbers. A Christmas Pageant was given by the mission band members, who also sang a chorus. Mrs. W. Sandle‘s primary class gave a short exercise, “What Can We Do?". Mrs. P. Bennett’s class gave an exercise also, “The Sunday School Class." Misses Anne Smith and Carol Hason sang a duet. Richard Calvert and Murray Mtackness of the kindergarten class gave recita- bions. Kyoko Ito and Sandra King of the primary class gave reci- ta‘tions. The junior choir pre- sented the Christmas panto- mime, “O Holy Night", with Roberta Story, Anita Orr, Karen Chadwick, Cathy Sanderson, Robyn M'accionald, Judy Mort- son. Barbara Empringham and Sharon Boynton as the angels, which was very much enjoyed by all. Following the benediction, everyone went down to the Sun- day school room where Santa arrived and distributed the gifts and treat: to the children. Lions It was the Father and Son Night at the Victoria Square and District Lions Club meet- ing on Tuesday evening of last week. The guest speaker was Mr. J. B. Price, of Ballantrae, his topic being, “The Importance of Education in our Modern‘ Changing Conditions". He urg-- ed the students to stay in school‘ to complete their; ggucatiqpx‘ V'The .winner of "Frank," the turkey, was Mr. Gordon Ram- sey. R.R. No. 4, Stpufivillq. The winners of the lucky? draw for 12 prizes of turkeys were: Miss Mabel Sanderson,I Victoria Square; Mrs. S. DeFoe, Victoria Square; Mrs. Roy Nel-I son, Gormley; Elinor Magee, Toronto; Miss Elta Stephenson, Richmond Hill; Sharon Macdon- ald. Gormley; Fraser Gee. Vic- toria Square; Peter Dolderrum,j Gormley; Norman Wood, To-‘ ronto; David Reid, Gormley; Aubrey Stephenson, Button- vil-Le. and William Orr, Victoria Square. Brownies The leaders of the brownies ‘of the lst Gormley Brownie Pack attended the Christmas Party given by the 13th Rich- mond Hill Pack, on Tuesday evening in St. Matthew‘s United Church, Richmond Hill East. A programme of games. skits, plays and carol singing were given by both packs. Richmond Hill Pack served a lovely lunch. The leaders of the Brownies VICTORIA SQUARE NEWS CORRESPONDENT: MRS. W. SANDLE E. R. 2 Gormley â€" Telephone Gotmley 5421 CORRESPONDENT: MRS. E. E. SPEARS 25 Roosevelt Drive â€" Phone AV. 5-3116 RICHVALE NEWS children, their education and their welfare. As yet the board has not been able to come up with a solution to your prob- lem. We will consider it again in committee and will give you a reply." In addressing the board, Mrs. Thomasson said that after a visit to the Department of Ed- ucation. the parents of the children concerned were firmly convinced that the only solution to their problem lay within the power of the board. “You would not have set a prece- ‘dentf' she stated. “as we were the only area which had had a lbus before the establishment of lthe school area." Continuing she E NEWS MRS. E. E. SPEARS â€" Phone AV. 5-3116 .AaIAâ€"knnn Ann-IAâ€"Aâ€"n said, “We have tried collecting money for bus service, but find this to be a most unsatisfactory solution of the problem." Firm Assurance Given She quoted the former chair-‘ man of the board, Mr. H. A. Constable, as having given firm assurance to the Jefferson board two years ago that the obliga- tion of providing bus service in the Jefferson area would be carried out. Throughout her presentation she reiterated many times the feeling of the parents that the board had been adamant in its stand - but that the Jefferson bus was an ob- ligation which could be grant- ted without setting a precedent. as that area was the only one which had had a bus service. She pointed out that if there had been any doubt of the con- tinuation of the service at the time of the forming of the itownship school area. the Jef- lferson board would have made ‘strong representation at that time to ensure this service in HM future. The safety league went into operation on December 12. Six pupils were nominated to make up the safety league. Charles Jesson and Wayne Winterfield of grade eight will be posted at each entrance of the school ground. Their duty is to make sure that the pupils start for home on the correct side of the road. This will help to clear up the confusion in front of the school. Skating Party The three senior rooms had an enjoyable time at the skating party which was held at the last day of school at Richmond Hill Arena. Several prizes were awarded to the winners of races and an elimination. Assembly Your correspondent would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy, Pros- perous New Year. from Gomfley thanked the Richmond Hill leaders for giv- ing them a wonderful Christ- m~asr party. Thé fiext brownie meeting will be on January 5th. Guides Cheryl Cochrane and Mrs. P.‘ Rumney of the 151; Gormley Guide Company called on an ex-guide, Miss Mabel Robert- son, who is in St. John's Con- valescent Hospital, Newton- brook, on Thursday evening. They presented her with a box of treats from the let Gormley Guide Company. Senior Choir Following the senior choir practice on Thursday evening, the members met in the Sunday school room where a Christmas Party was held. There wasythe exchange of gifts followed by loads of refresh-menu. Neighbourhood Notes Birthday greetings to: Mrs. Earl Empringham, December 28; Alan Chadeick, December 28; Allan Nichols, December 30. Sympathy is extended to Mr. Joe Fisher in the passing of his w-ife HERBERT GOODHOOFD 63 Yonge St. North Richmond Hill. Ont. Phone TU. 4-7851 Prop. BOOKINGS FOR SEA-AIR TOURS AND CRUISES STEAMSHIPS & AIRLINES NO BOOKING FEES For the right man (24- 45) our sales organiza- tion offers a high pres- tige career with excel- lent income possibilities. Should have good educa- tion, personality, be ac- customed to active con- tact with the public. Write for interview, stating full details on (age), marital status, education in business background, minimum current living expenses, etc. Write Mr. H. R. Morton CONTINENTAL ASSURANCE TRAVEL SERVICE ATTENTION GLOBE COMPANY 160 Bloor St. E. Toronto, Ont. Trustee Goodwin. referring -to a similar situation in the Hamilton area, Suggested the parents should go to the mun- ' icipal board for a solution. Mrs. ’ Thomasson's reply was "We did , go, but they sent us right back ; to you." ' Board Not Committed Referring to the quoted pro- mise by the former board chair- man, Trustee Dorothy Robert- son said, “I am sure that Mr. Constable was in sympathy with you. as we all are, and he may have hoped to fulfill this pro- mise. but he was only one member and could not [commit the board to any obligation." She also commented on Mrs. Thomasson's suggestion that some of the difficulty lay in the fact that the parents were a small group, by saying, “That has nothing to do with it. You Correspondent Mn. 8. Lepkey Phone AVenue 5-348! Mr. Coombs, Sussex Ave.. re- turned home from Sunnybrook Hospital recently and is making good progress. Young W. l. Langstaff Young Women's In- stitute held its December meet- ing and Christmas party at the home of Mrs. Marg. Blow. Twelve members answered the roll call by wearing a fancy Christmas costume. Report on gthe renting of a Santa Claus suit was given, re- ports were also made on the Christmas visit, made by mem- bers, to three elderly citizens and two shut-ins, when a parcel of Christmas gifts was left with them. Mrs. Marg Blow and Mrs. Kay Morris were in charge of the programme. They presented ifive small skits and several \games. 7 Mrs. Betty Patterson and Mrs. Joyce Curtis were chosen as having the best costume. Every- one went home with a prize of a Christmas decoration. Mr. Lepkey ls continuing to make good progress In St. Mi- chael’s Hospital but it is doubt- ful that he will be home for the holidays. I woud ‘1ike to take this op portunity to wish all my read- ers a Happy New Year. LANGSTAFF and THORNLEA NEWS Phone 285-1073 / ': a 7' YOUNG'S B.A. SERVICE STATION Yonge & Benson Richmond Hill Specializing in Bookkeeping and Accounting, under supervision of Qualified Accountant. Typing, Mimeographing and Stenographic Service also available. TELEPHONE TU. 4-1821 B and E OFFICE SERVICES Established 1878 126 Yonge St. N., Richmond Hill get exactly the same hearing as any other group. large or small." Concluding the discussion. Chairman Sam Kaiser pointed out that the Vaughan Township School Area Board was not in operation when the school area was formed. The township council applied to the Depart- ment of Education to form a school area. and in so doing dissolved two existing school areas and several union school secflions." . Happy New Year to all the readers of my column. If you have any news of interest, would you please contact me. Neighbourhood Notes Bernice St. John, celebrated her eighth birthday last Mon- day with fourteen of her school chums joining in games. cake and pop. Dave Wilson receiiled an hon- ourary membership for 50 years in the Orange Order. Last year was the first year he was un- able to march in the Orange Parade. on account of illness. He is a member of Temperance L.O.L. 301. Brownie News Fourth Thornhill Brownies were out last Thursday, singing carols at some of the older resl- dent’s homes on the street. (ALL DON ANDREWS 22 Industrial Road Richmond Hill TU. 4-5368 Crestwood Rd. News Esso OIL HEATING UNIT ALWAYS 100K To IMPERIAL FD] mt BEST FOR A SAFE. DEPENDABLE Correspondent Mrs. Fred St. John 75 Crestwood Road Willowdale Telephone AV. 5-3443 Convenient budget terms- up to 5 years to pay