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He said the assumption of hydro. decided by public vote a year ago. had entailed con- siderable \york transferring as- sets. “Everything is in order in connection with that as- sumption and in due course you will get a financial statement regarding hydro," he told the meeting. Mr. O'Rcilly urged next year's trustees to continue a similar program of extending lighting and sidewalks, and a plan of economy. Asked by ratepayer Jack Wilson about water possibili- ties, Mr. O‘Reilly reported the village is in a good position. “We have a well that will pro- duce 300 gallons a minute once it is developed." Mervyn Long acted as chair- man, calling upon this year's trustees and new candidates. whose speeches were concluded in one and a half hours. Pressed “when”, he hoped,‘ “in the immediate future”. From a rear row came a voice. "It won’t be too long will it? I'd like to get a bath!" Mr. O'Reilly was optimistic restrictions could soon be lift- ed “so you may have a bath once a day". ‘ Plans To Return Returning Oflicer G. T. Thompson announced the names of five candidates nominated for 1963. All qualified by the nine p.m. deadline. Robert Bcrwick. electrician. Ronald Bolton, engineer. Ross Farquhar. technician. John Mann, sales manager. and Rob- ert O’Rcilly. merchant. will contest the three vacancies. Retiring one-year trustee James Sim announced other commitments prevented him running for 1963. but he hoped to be able to run next vearr ' Taxes. roads and sidewalks. He enumerated his pre-elec- prospects of water, and hydro tion commitmehts of one year rates occupied the interest of ago and said he felt he had 60 ratepayers attending the no- lived up to his promises. mination of trustees in the vil- “I feel we have reduced costs 1328 Ofllce- and duplication of services. James Sim Retires Mr. O’Reilly. serving as chairman in his second year as trustee. pointed out the tax line had been held. street lighting increased to the extent allowed in the budget. and much progress made in accomplishing sidewalks. MACTAGGART For a Progressive, Economical KING TOWNSHIP â€" DECEMBER Ist, I962 For Common Sense &~ Sound Judgement ELECTION DAY, DECEMBER 1, 10 am. to 8 1 Advance Poll, November 28, 10 am. 10 7 pm For Cars On Election Day Phone Five After Three Spots On King Village Board KING CITY, OAK RIDGES “The Liberal" is always pleased to publish items terest regarding people and events in the Oak Ridge: Wilcox and King City districts. Our news correspr, in King Clty is Mrs. William J Houston, tele TEmple $5457: and in Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox, run next year CoundHorin Mr. Berwick credited the “fine co-operation" of the town- ship, Toronto and York Roads, and Department of Highways with sidewalk approval being obtained in seven months. He attributed delay of the high school sidewalk to trustees discovering a month after the “goâ€"ahead”, that rebuilding would have to be done to meet the eventual road grade. Trustee Berwick said his platform had been sidewalks. "I believe we have done a lot. but there is still a lot to do. I hope next year's trustees will continue this work to make them usable. It will take winter to prove the asphalt surfacing.” Mr. Sim added: “In future there could be further savings in administrratiOn costs". He explained water fines “were all done in the best interests of King City.” The fire department was re- ported in “healthy, financial position". He felt previous trustees had a‘sslsted in the pre-plannin‘g stage of walks approved in sev- en months this year. Mr. Bolton advocated side- walks on all main roads. “I was disappointed not imuch more was done to this “I feel we have reduced costs and duplication of services. Supervision of roads was turn- led over to Tom Arlidge, town- ship toads supervisor, at a great saving. Staff hours were reduced to two afternoons a week. Police costs were shared, 50 per cent by the township". he said. Mr. Bolton. who missed be- ing elected by one vote last year after five consecutive years as trustee. thought 'there should be representation from past boards. A candidate for the first time, Mr. Farquhar said he thought the village is “fair- ly well handled.” He said he would like to see road im- provement and the water situation studied so an ade- quate future supply would be available “even in drought". Township Administration ELECT R A Y JENNINGS OO“OOOOOOOOOOOC FOR 8 years on King Council Farmed 30 years in King King representative on Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority President, King-Vaughan Plowmen's Association Former Public School Board Secretary REEVE 0F KING , 10 am. to 8 pm. Phone PA. 7-4420 “It is a money-maker. Rates are slightly less and there is the future possibility of gate decreases". Mr. Bolton noted the 12 mill rate in effect three years seem- ed to be sufficient for a pay- as-you-go policy' and capital projects. ‘ “During my five years the Isecond well was installed, dowblin-g capacity. The popula- tion has grown to the point where we can finance debentâ€" ure of a new well. We started early enough looking for water, as money permitted, but we couldn’t foresee the difficulty there would be finding it", the trustee said. He said the proposed well was “a last resort" because, lo- cated in the same valley as the other two, access was difficult. “There is no road in. One will cost money. In Spring you need a canoe." Mr. Bolton recalled that for- mer trustees left this year‘s trustees “good reserves, par- ticularly for street lighting". He said he had pushed for pur- chasing the hydro. “in fact that was what started me in local politics.” New candidate Mr. Manln said as a taxpayer he wanted to see taxes “as low as pos- sible”. He admitted he had no municipal experienceY but said he worked as a sales manager 1in charge of eight men. 1 Glancing at the village‘s In- terim financial statement, he suggested capital improvements were possible from the $10,000 surplus. “During the last two months of the year the town- ship takes a fair bite in expen- “As my platform I would like to see the town grow. E- ‘nough has be'en said about side- walks, something should be done about roads," Mr. Mann stated. diture. so half that? Mr. Thompson introduced township candidates lawyers Donald Findlay and Ronald Wilson, running for reeve, and chartered accoumtant William ‘Curran. seeking re-election as icouncillor. building. To me the village of- fice should present a standard for us to bring up our homes. I hope next year this will be given some thought." “The Liberal" is always pleased to publish items of in- terest regarding people and events in the Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox and King City districts, Our news correspondent in King City is Mrs. William J. Houston, telephone TEmpie 3-5457: and in Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox, Mrs. Lillian Atcheson, Wildwood Ave., PR. 3-5479_ the surplus may be Q man’s Lake were more than off- set by the vote in rural areas. I Lemonville rejected dining lounges by 150 to 5. ffReject Lounges éln Whitchurch giBy Large Margin . Favorable v6tes in the semi- . urban communities of Oak Rid- ? ges, Lake Wilcox and Mussel- 'I Less than one-half of the 1,- .‘250 signers on a petition asking ’for the vote, voted in favor Mrs. C. E. Underhill of Mel-Wam- rose Ave. gave a birthday party * * * * to celebrate the third birthday D€bbie Shipley celebrated her of her daughter, Kelly. Shar- Eighth birthday November 21 mg the party fun were Judy with an after-school party. Mrs. wemyss, Lynn Renninson and Bruce Shipley entertained Jo- Axme Defago. an‘ne Hadwen, Edith Davidson, * * * * Betty Hare, Elizabeth Cooke, Well-prepared speeches by Diane Hurley, Ruby Church, students Mary Evans, Jan Car- Mary Veltheer, Reid Crawford, gill, Diane Parsons, Susan Mc- Deirdre and Melinda Barry, Laughlin, Peter Cook and Don- Sandra Henshall, Debbie Gordon ald Orr were heard by parents and Christine Common. Deb- attending the Home and School bie's younger brother, Bruce, Association meeting at Eva L. joined in the festivities. Well-prepared speeches by students Mary Evans. Jan Car- gill, Diane Parsons, Susan Mc- Laughlin, Peter Cook and Don- ald Orr were heard by parents attending the Home and School Association meeting at Eva L. Dennis School. They considered whether par- ents know enough about a child's Life at school or his rec- reation. after school; how far should parents go in assisting children in their work at school; and should parents interfere in friendships formed between children. Refreshments concluded the program. Following the showing of a film, “Today’s Child, Better or Worse Than Yesterday's", mothâ€" ers and fathers took part in a discussion. For the first time on election day, December 1. township and village polling booths will be set up in King City Fire Hall, instead of at the Masonic Hall. Mrs. L, F_ Hal-mien led sing. Those who treasure souvenirs ing by a girls‘ choir from of King CitY'S landmarks will Grades 7 and 8, and the mixed have only a few more days in choir of Grades 3 and 4_ which to take a picture of the "Following the showing of a Present bank blinding- Following an afternoon of skating at Nobleton arena Nov- ember 17, Peter Tetley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Tetley, celebrated his eighth birthday by inviting a number of friends to his party. George DeWitt showed mov- ies much to the children's de- light. Voting hours for township council and village trustees are between 10 am. and 8 pm. Mrs. Allan Smith will convene the delicatessen table; Mrs. Donald M. Findlay, home-bak- ing; Mrs. S. Allen Cooke, candy; Mrs. Irving L. Scott, sewing; Mrs. John Dew and Mrs. George Harvey, dolls and dolls' clothes. King City Lions Club held an entertaining social evening cele- brating “La-dies' Night" with dinner and dancing at the Bol- ton Country Club. The party travelled by char- tered bus. Lion Robert Walker acted as chairman for the din- ner. Lion Joseph Houlton pro- posed a complimentary toast to the ladies. Mrs. Howard Clegg replied on behalf of the guests. Each lady received a red rose as a favor. A few played cards after_ dinner while the others danced to a variety of records operated by Jack Cruickshank‘ thitchurch Township voters last Wednesday rejected the es- tablishment of dining lounges in the municipality by almost two to one. Vote against serving liquor under a dining lounge license for consumption with meals on licensed premises was 1,021 to 598. Only 43 per cent of 3,800 eligible voters went to the polls. Celebrate Ladies’ Night Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hen- sh-aw and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Boys were special guests. Among those attending were: Mr. and Mrs. Clegg, Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Coutts, Mr. and Mrs. John Dew, Mrs. J. D. Greer, Mr. George Bennet, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Farquhar, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Garbutt, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Goulding, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hadwen, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hayward. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Houlton, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Jennings, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kerr, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lacey, Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Gordon Orr is general convenor and Mrs. Harold Kir- by is tea convenor. Main attrac- tion will be the hot tea biscuits produced by Mrs. Austin Rum- ble. of 7 dining louhges UCW President Mrs. Donald Hadwen will officially open the popular pre-Christmas event. Continuing the tradition of an annual W. A. Bazaar, King City United Church Women are spon- soring their first bazaar under the new organization December 1 from 2.30 to 5 pm. “LIBERAL” CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS PHONE TU. 4-1105 or A". 5-3316 King City Notes Miss Helen Thomas, Mr. Jack Walkington, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Wallas, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wid- derick. King Kindergarten parents had an opportunity to learn more about this year’s course their children are taking at a meeting last week in the kin- dergarten room. Mrs. James Wemyss presided for the brief business discus- sion when a few vacancies in enrolment were reported. By December 3 the branch will be moved into the new one- storey building on the same lot and the 35-year-old bank will be tom down. Mrs. R. 0. Kerslake and Mrs. R. J. Stephen from Richmond Hill outlined the year’s program to the 31 parents. While refreshments were be- ing served the teachers answer- ed queries about the children’s progress. ‘vLA- uuu AVAID- L‘uUClL Iv alncl- _ Incumbent William Hodgson, M155 Helen Thomas» Mr- Jad‘ Deputy-reeve Norman MacMurâ€" Walkmgto“, Mr- and M‘I‘S- T_ed chy and Councillor William Cur- Wallas, Mr. and Mrs- Bl“ Wld' ran declined nominations as deHCk- reeve. Ronald Wilson was also * * * * nominated a councillor. He pre- A start toward the building ferred to make his second try of a sidewalk on the north side for the top council chair. of King Sideroad has been made Retiring after 13 years on the past few days by Cadden council, the last seven as reeve, Brothers. with the removal of William Hodgson thanked his lawn trees along the proposed supporters and invited any one path. [to visit his wife and himself in Two lawyers, Donald Findlay and Ronald Wilson and Ray- mond Jennings a retired farmer, were nominated as candidates for reeve of King Township last Tuesday at Nobleton Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Orr, Mr. and Mrs. Stan Roots, Mr. and Mrs. Irving L. Scott. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Shipley, Mrs. E. E. Harrison, Mr. Kenn Sutton, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Walker. B. J. Langdon, Mr. and Mrs John Langdon. Mr. and Mrs John Loughran, Mr. and Mrs Ray Love, Mr. Bert Lutes, Mr and Mrs. Allan O’Brien. FOR PLANNED PROGRESS IN KING TOWNSHIP Over 300 ratepayers attended SATURDAY, DEC. lst 10 a.m. - 8 pm. PHONE TE 3-5451 - 3-6684 also 859-0121 AND LAKE WILCOX NEWS OAK RIDGE 0N PAGE 21 VOTE “He will go down in history as one of the best reeves of King Township," said Mr. MacMurehy, ‘who also credited every member of the planning board with us- ing “good judgment". ‘ Mr. Hodgson thanked town- ship ofi’icials and staff for their co-operation during his years in office. He said he was leav- ing the township in good finan- cial condition. “I’m not saying I won't be back, but if oppor- tunity presents itself. it will be a pleasure to serve.” He stressed his belief there shouldn’t be a vote of the peop- le on township roads. “Nobody is going to vote in favor unless the road is a direct benefit to them. It only divides the township,” was his view. Mr. MacMurchy announced he would not run, after 15 years on council. Warm applause from the audience indicated agree- ment with his tribute to Reeve Hodgson. Retiring after 13 years on council, the last seven as reeve, William Hodgson thanked his supporters and invited any one to visit his wife and himself in Kettleby. He credited his fam- ily with making it possible for him to serve on council. He pointed out that council at no time discouraged an air- port coming into Kin-g. It was the location and council suppor- ted the request of 135 ratepay- ers. who requested that it not be located close to Highway 400 and near high class homes prov- iding good assessment, he said. inated. They are Donald Bowie, salesman. William Curran, char- tered accountant. Elwood Dal merchant. Mrs. Ruth Mabee) housewife, Kenneth McTaggart’, farmer, and Jack Rouble. mer- chant. the nomination meeting Gordon Cook, a farmer. and member of council for three years, was named deputy-reeve by acclamation. Six candidates for the three seats as councillors were nom- Four candidates will contest the three trustees‘ posts in Township School Area One. They are Frank Beatty. Albert Farren, Mrs. Dolin'a Paterson and Mrs. Loyls Tienkamp. Alex Rybka and Jack Van Luyk were acclaimed as trustees in TSA Two. FINDLAY The reeve said he had never taken a definite stand on school areas in the past. “I think this is very impor. tant, whether whole or part form an area. We should be in the same position for primary education as sec- ondary education, with equal school tax and every one sharing the benefit of estate assessment and indus- try". Polling Day-Decemberlst, IO a.m.-8 p.m. 0 EXPERIENCED IN ALL DEPARTMENTS 0 A RECORD OF REAL ECONOMY VOTE DONALD M. FINDLAY PRACTICAL ECONOMY KING TOWNSHIP COUNCIL your link to FOR REEVE FOR REAL FOR REEVE ELECT He noted the township's “modest debt, strong financial position and attractive featur- es”, and pointed out the urban pressures experienced from Met- ro, York University and the mar- ‘shalling yard. “I will do my best to serve you faithfully, honorably and well,” he concluded. Ml‘. Findlay, who served on planning board three years, the last few months as chairman, and served several years as King City trustee, said he was a candidate for reeve “to follow out the protection I feel this township deserves. Mr. Jennings, who has farmed on Concession 2 for over 30 years, recommended a survey of all township roads to determine costs and where improvement should begin. "I believe we could use more machinery and do more ourselves”, he said. Mr. Jennings favored planned and strictly controlled develop- ment, and keeping capital ex- penditures to a minimum with- out detriment to the municipal- lty. If OPP service is discontin- ued, Mr. Findlay urged talks with adjacent municipalities be resumed toward establishing a combined force. The retiring deputy-reeve re- sented York County's moves “to get rid of municipal government, which.” he maintained. “is the cheapest form of government." Six brigades service the town- ship, Schomberg. Nobleton, King City, Aurora Newmarket and Bradford noted the chairman of fire police and welfare. Reeve candidate Ray Jenn- ings, who served eight years as councillor until the end of 1959, urged “a good road development policy as maintenance of gravel roads is costly". Mr. MacMurchy cited county attempts to assume assessment and welfare. “I can’t understand why they need a county plan- ning board", he added. Mr. MacMurchy advocated raising the dog tax because des- truction of sheep was discourag- ing farmers from raising them. He said it was important for the new council “to move with the greatest caution to hold tax- es. I don‘t expect any council to lower taxes.” After three years as Eouncil- lor, Gordon Cook thanked sup- porters for the acclamation he hadn't expected. He reported 84 fires in the township outside the three pol- ice villages this year. A water truck purchased for Nobleton can be used anywhere in the township, and King shared with Whitchurch the purchase of a water tank truck for Aurora, he said. Welfare costs were slight- ly lower than in 1961, re- ported Mr. Cook. He advo- cated replacing the 23 year- old grader “so we can do road construction ourselves. rather than get into larger contracts and engineering fees." 7 . ““““““““‘ Econ-killer For 1963 E l“‘-“‘ + Your Full Time Councillor + Four Years Experience VOTING DAY MONDAY, DEC. 3rd Polls Open IO a.m. - 8 pm. F A He stressed “rigid economy". possible “if you know the work" and mentioned his experience as village trustee when services and utilities were installed. “King City mill rate has been held, additional assests are all paid for, and debentures are going down“, he reminded the ratepayers. Mr. Findlay emphasized. “Rate- payers want more and better roads. Council has to deal with voting or debenturing on roads." He favored continuing talks regarding the north town line and continuing the practice and policy of having new develop~ ment pay for itself so the cost won't fall onto the rest of the township. LIBERAL CLASSIFIEDS-GetResults-TU.4-IIOS AND BURNER SERVICE TU.4-4361 RICHMOND HILL HALL'S DOMESTIC FUEL our C. M. LESLIE MOTOR PRODUCTSNLVTD. King City G.M. Dealer TE. 3-5301 For Cars or Information Election Day PHONE PR. 3-5637 Expert Auto Body Collision Repairs and Repaintin‘g FREE ESTIMATES - GMAC FINANCING RE-ELECT B'OTJ'Y 8H6? WILLIAM C II R R A N Councillpr for '63 m King Township In his second bid for reeve, Ronald Wilson spoke of two big problems facing council. trying to keep under control taxes which were going up every year. and providing good roads to develop the west side of township. “We can’t have industry be- cause of the lack of water and sewage facilities. West of high- (Continued On Page 18) He said council should look at physical fitness and centennial programs and felt he was up to date with what is facing council He thought a reeve's responsib- ility was to see all pros and cons are brought out so council can vote on matters with all the facts available.