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The Liberal, 21 Nov 1963, p. 11

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SH} South Block 884-534] SHIELDS W Last weeks winner of the blngo at Our Lady Queen of the World Hall were; Share the Wealth $22, Mrs. D. Kelly, Centre Street; Jackpot $50, joint winners, Mrs. J. Corbett,‘ South Taylor Mills, Mrs. fl.‘ Burnett, 16th and Bayview Ave- nue; Chop Suey, joint winners, Mrs. M. T. Papworth, Becker Road, Mrs. N. Mason, Osiris Drive; Lollipop, split four ways. Join the Bingo enthusiaéts ovary Wednesday, 5 t a rt in g time 8 pm. sharp. h an October afternoon ceremoxw at Trinity College Chapel. with Rev. J. F. O'Neil ofiiciating, Cecilia Beresford Anderson. oldest daughter of Mr. 8: Mrs. J. Beresford An- derson of Richmond Hill be- came the bride of Nicholas Ignatleff, only son of Mrs. Nicholas Ignatieff and the late: Mr. Nicholas Ignatietf of To-‘ ronto. Bingo! arm)! Revolutionary Kiev Wondersole... ets you rest your feet ‘rwhile you’re standing Richmond Heights Centre Come info:- oomplete detafla OTHER PATTERNS FROM $8.98 0n the arm of her father, FEATURES White Uniform Shoes By HHII'HHHL‘HWL‘WWUWW ' To Reside In Ottawa $14.99 “w, unit _ w ‘ Wummnfllmhulu MR. AND MRS. NICHOLAS IGNATIEFF The final evening‘s attend~ ance included such notable names in Canadian music as Dr. Healy Willan. John Wein- zweig, Keith Bissell, Robert Fleming, Boyd Neel. Arnold Walters, Lawton Bird, Murray Adaskin, and many others act- ive in Canadian music life. For .one Week, fifteen Canad- ian composers toured the Tor- onto public and high schools with the various school music supervisors in the first move of this kind to introduce a better type of music for the school choirs, bands and orchestras. Among the composers were Harry Friedman a recent resid- ent of Richmond Hill, Harry Somers, Canada‘s leading con- temporary composer, William McCaulLy of the O’Keefe Cent- re, Norman Symonds. the con- temporary jazz exponent and others. On the final Saturday Ray Stephens was the host for the noon luncheon to the compos- ers, educators and musicolog- ists. This was part of the music publishers’ contribution tow- ards week’s activities and the luncheon w’as sponsored by the Frederick Harris Music Pub: lishing Company. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Ray Stephens were guests on Saturday night at the Arts and Letters Club of Toronto for the closing ban- quet of the Canadian Compos- ers Clinic sponsored by the Ca-1 nadian Music Centre under the direction of John Adaskin. Among the many articles on sale for Christmas giving will be children’s toys, Christmas decorations, dolls clothes, han- dicrafts and small items of fur- niture. There will be a free draw at the door, also a draw on a doll and wardrobe and boy's tractor. Convenor of the event is Mrs. J. Elliott of Willowdale, in charge of the tea court, Mrs. R. Nugent; .bake .table, Mrs. Percy Schell of Stouffville. The Yuletide Treasure Sale sponsored by the WA. of Thomhaven School for Retard- ed Children, is being held this Saturday from 10 am. to 5 pm. at Morgan Hall, Markham Shopping Centre. The sympathy of the com- munity is extended to Separate School Trustee Con Thompson, Lynett Crescent, on the death of his mother, Mrs. Josephine Marie Thompson of Toronto, who passed away on Saturday, November 16. Requiem high mass was sung on Wednesday at Canadian Martyrs Church, East York, followed by inter- ment at Mount Hope Cemetery. A. J. Saunders of Hi-Tom Kennels, RR. 1 Richmond Hill; Emilia Maznevski, 9104 Yonge Street; and Robert Adams, Keele Street, Maple were win- ners of dolls which were prizes in a draw at the opening of George’s Cash & Carry, last Saturday. the bride entered the chapel to a Handel aria sung by Miss Miranda Davies. She wore a white Empire gown with a ‘mantilla of Spanish lace and carried a bouquet of white roses and stephanotis. The bridesmaids her sisters Robin, Deborah and Eden, followed in jewel blue Empire gowns, carry- ing white nosegays. The groomsman was Miles Godfrey and the ushers were Paul and Keep -our “Life in the Hill” columns up to date with your news â€" the ser- vice is free â€" call the Social Editor Margot Crack at TU. 4-1105, drop a line to 63,Yonge Street South, or call in personally, we‘ll be pleased to hear from you. . Gray. Brian Glenn Booth, David I William George Thorns, Terry ,‘helson Craig, James Alexanderl l'McIver Everett, Judith Ann :McGraw, Brenda Firman. Eliz-i' uabeth Pridmore, Joyce Katheryn S‘itt, Joan Robina Smith Davis. ’ Elizabeth Jane Davis. Athena] .May Palmer. Norma Clara Eliz-' ‘abeth Edwards, Lillian June lEdwards A Confirmation c a n d l d at e s were: Allan Leslie Hassall, Clark Da- vid Wagner, Bruce Norman VanGoozen, Guy Snaith, Nevil- le George Vincent, William John Everett, Colleen Catherine Wagner, Sharon Elizabeth King, Mary Louise Basinger, Cheryl Lynne Edwards, Mary Loretta Richardson, Lenore Catherine Lindsay, William Arbour Davis, Edwin .Garth .Palmer, .Alan Frederick Edwards, Henry Thomas Edwards, Ian Phillip} The service was followed by a reception in the parish ball when each candidate had an opportunity of speaking with the bishop. The Right Rev. B. E. Hunt, Suffragan Bishop of Toronto, was present Sunday evening for the service of confirmation at the Church of St. Gabriel. Thirty candidates were presen- ted to him before a filled church. Layreader Winslow Case re- cently from Trinidad in the West Indies and now at St. Ma- ry’s will give the address at the family services next Sunday at which the senior classes attend as a body. A special layreaders service was held last Sunday at St. James’ Cathedral in Toronto with the Bishop of Toronto preaching. Next Sunday at St. Mary’s Anglican Church the rector will present the renewed licen- ces of the layreaders to Messrs. Don Little, Harry Hill and Winslow Case. The two confirmation classes both senior and junior, will at- tend Evensong at St. Mary’s Anglican Church next Sunday as a body. This is in prepar- ation for the annual confirma- tion service which will be held the following Sunday, Decemb- er lst at 7 pm. The regular meeting of the women’s auxiliary of the ‘Church 'of St. Gabriel was held November 12. President Mrs. Pat King was in the chair. Twenty-one members were pre- sent to elect the executive for 1964. New officers are: Presid- ent Helen Fountain, Vice-Pres- ident Phyliss Sinfield, Secret- ary Marian Pilcher, Treasurer Marjorie Shaw, Dorcas Secret- ary Jean Holtby, Educational Secretary Victoria Cox. On Saturday, November 23, Mrs. P. Harris will provide a program of stories and songs in French for boys and girls from 5 to 12 years of age. Part of the Richmond Hill Library’s obser- vance of Young Canada’s Book Week, “Fete Pour Les Enfants" will be held at 10.30 am. Mr. Jack Shepherd, Elgin Mills Sideroad, is recuperating at home after spending a month in St. Michael’s Hospi- tal, Toronto. Both the bride and groom are graduates of Trinity College and are residing in Ottawa where the groom is attached to the Departmeht -of Northern Affairs. The reception was held at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Ross Anderson in Lawrence Park,‘ where Mr. Robertson Davies gave the toast to the bride. Michael Ignatieff, cousins of the groom. .III‘IIEE‘EEI“‘I‘II An intenesting and lively disâ€" cussion followed the business period. Subject for the discus- sion was the play that opened recently in Europe “The Vicar”. Mrs. Wilson presided over this part of the meeting. After a few words from Father Mason, the “evening closed with coffee being served. _ _-., w", spiritual converor, read a re- port on the Bible and Liturgy Study Day held at St. Michael's College. A cheque was present- ed to Father P. Mason by Mrs. J. McArthur, bazaar convenor.‘ Mrs. C. Parke, social convenor, also presented Father Mason with a cheque, proceeds from the dinner that the C.W.L. ser- ved to the two hundred deleg- ates to the recent separate school teachers convention. A-‘-“‘“I‘II‘I“R __ v _- “II-“J of the World gash was held on November 11 In the church auditorium. in the absence off-'President Mrs. H. O’Toole. Mrs. 11. Bryan, __.___-L,, Mrs. B. Carter. first vice~pre- sident, conducted t‘hei meeting u. u.~ The regular monthly meet- ing of the C.W.L.-of Our Lady no ALA m -- Amid a setting of candlelight and yellow roses four new pledges were initiated into membership, namely: Mrs. Al- ice Cameron, Mrs. Sandra Eve- leigh, Mrs. Helen Foord and Mrs. Annette Wintjes. Mrs. Nel- ly Williamson received her Rit- ual of Jewels pin at this time The Ritual of Jewels Cerem- ony was head by Delta Lambâ€" da’s program director, Mrs. Cal- lie Israel and the Pledge Rit- ual was read by the president“ Mrs. Libby Henson. 1 Each of the new members re- ceived a yellow rose. Beta Sig- ma Phi's symbolic flower. The final event which closes the Rushing for this year in Delta Lambda Chapter. Beta Sigma Phi, is the Pledge Ritual which was held on November 5 at the home of Mrs. Bridle Killean. The Ritual of Jewels Ceremony was also held at this time. The unit wants everyone to know that it stands ready to help at all times â€" pamphlets are available, and patients’ transportation is provided. Mrs. W. J. Lennox reported on the interesting and instruct- ive work shop held this fall. Everyone connected with the last campaign deserves a vote of thanks. Richmond Hill ex- ceeded its quota, and plans are already in progress for the next drive. Annual reports were read by representatives from the Stouff- ville and Markham branches. Both of these ‘branches have done an excellent job. The annual meeting of the Richmond Hill Unit, Canadian Cancer Society. was held in the committee rooms on November 5, conducted by the new presid- ent, Mr. J. B. McRae. The Grays were members of a party of 130 General Elect- ric dealers and wives who were area winners in a recent sales contest. Mr. and Mrs. Dougal Gray, of Parkhill, called on Miss Mary‘ Dawson Saturday evening on‘ their way to Hawaii for a week’s vacation. I petition. Mrs. B. Rankin, May Avenue. was one of the lucky winners in a national supermarket com- She was presented with a $100 cheque by the ma- nager of the local branch, hav- ing obtained the necessary numbers and answered a gen- eral knowledge question. Her many friends extend ev- ery good wish for a successful convalescence. Mrs. E. Midmer, 247 Brown- dale Crescent. returned to her home on Sunday following two weeks stay in Branson Hospi- tal. Mr. J. Thlbert. a former Richmond Hill resident, was in town for the weekend, renew- ing old acquaintances. Tickets $2.50 RSVP â€" 884 - 1064 YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED to attend the ANNUAL BANQUET ‘ of the Richmond Hill Horticultural Society Yangtze Pagoda Tuesday, December 3 â€" 6.30 pm. SPEAKER: G. ROY FENWICK Supervisor of Music Toronto Schools few words from 1n,- Gyro-c, Editor Margot Clad (loaf “0 Canada” was sung, follow- Ed by prayer of remembrance and thanksgiving, and Psalm reading by Pastor A. Myers. President E. Lomax welcomed the gathering, including visit- ors and new members. Minutes and the treasurer’s report were read, and both accepted. Mrs. A. Marsden, convenor, reported that plans were finalized for the bazaar to be held on Satur- day. Mrs. G. Powell spoke of her crusade for better educa- tion of children over seven years â€" personal cleanliness, and teaching against use of drugs, liquor and smoking. Mr. Lomax and Mrs. Mona Robert- son reported on their meeting with council re low rental ap- artments, and are hopeful that before too long some action will be made, as there were nu- merous applicants for same. Mr. A. Marsden reminded mem- bers that the tour of the town Christmas lights will be held on December 17 at 7 pm. Mrs. W. Hodges provincial secretary of Ontario Senior Citizens, bought greetings and spoke of the .value to Senior Citizen Clubs in forming a zone, and ( \‘gratulated the members on the working of the club. Mrs. D. Brown has taken over the transportation duties. Mr. Lo- max presented Mrs. R. Miller with a cheque to purchase a wheel chair for use in the York Central Hospital. The money was raised by members through euchre. Entertainment was provided by the Rhythm Band. The next meeting is a Christ- mas party, each member to bring a small gift rf_or exchange. A'most enjbyable afternobn closed with a social half hour. The Senior Citizens met on November 13 in the Christian Education Building of the Richmond Hill United Church with 132 present. R. 1!. Senior Citizens A resident of Richmond Hill for the past 18 years, Mrs. Haw- kes has for the past five years been on the clerical staff of the Department of Lands and For- ests, at Maple. A candidate for council, Mrs. Hawkes says that should she be elected, she plans to devote her whole time to council work, and will retire from business. ////,, MRS. PHYLLIS HAWKES At the business meeting it was suggested that the “Bring and Buy” box be started again. It would be appreciated if members would please donate small articles. New members welcomed recently were Mrs. Helen Lee and Mrs. Mona Bell.- Thirteen members later joyed bowling at the A. B Bowling Alley. Candidate Ward 2 The 15: Richmond Hill Scout and Cub Mothers Auxiliary held their monthly meeting at the Scout hall on November 13. Mrs. J. Arnold Price, Dean- ery Little Helpers Secretary and member of the Church of St. Gabriel, was guest speaker November 14 at St. Paul's An- glican Church, Woodstock. Her topics were “The History of the Little Helpers” and “The Child and the Church." Lieutenant-Gavel’nor Earl R0we. Mrs. Rowe, and Wing Comman- der Allanworth and Mrs. A!- lanworth were recent guests at the Yangtze Pagoda. _':'.l 3 Emergency Prescription Service The late Miss Ella McLean retired about ten years ago and had been ill for a long time. The funeral service was follow- ed by cremation and the ashes were interred in the family plot at Richmond Hill Presby- terian Cemetery. She was predeceased by her one brother and three sisters. The late James McLean was a widely known farmer and champion plowman who sold the Yonge Street family farm to E. T. Stephens and retired to Richmond Hill where he was for many years active in com- munity life. She was also predeceased by three sisters Mrs George Harding, Mary McLean and Elizabeth McLean. who also lived their lives in this community. at Toronto Western Hospital; and devoted her life to a suc- cessful career in the nursing profession in which she won outstanding esteem and recog- nition. r Born in Vaughan Township the late Miss McLean trained The death occurred in Toron~ to on November 10 of Ella Mc- Lean, for many years super- intendent of nurses at Toronto East General Hospital and the last surviving member of one of the old and respected families of this district. Tickets are already available and orders being taken-don't (isappoint the children, plan your Christmas entertainment early by calling Mrs. J. Miller at Tu. 4-4190 today! December 7 â€"- is now only a 16 days away â€" the Saturday ‘ that the annual Christmas Ba- zaar of the Sr. W.A. St. Mary’s Anglican Church, will open at 2 pm. in Wrixon Hall. The convenors advise that this year. in addition to their usual full range of aprons, hand woven and knitted articles, remnants, etc., many new in- novations will be featured, making excellent gifts for [Christmas or other occasions. Adults and children alike en- joy 3 Christmas pantomime-this year the Curtain Club are pre- senting the favourite of them all- “Cinderella.” For the first time this is to be presented in the theatre, rear 25 Yonge Street North, with six evening performances on December 27, 28, 29, Jan- uary 2. 3, 4, and two métinees on December 28th and January During the evening Mr. Dynes presented Coach Russ “Casey” Cripps with a watch, in appre- ciation of his good work with the team this year, which led to the winning of two champ- ionships. Mr. Cripps then pre- sented each member of the team with tie tacks. “A” and Metro Major Fastball 1963 Championships, and their wives were honoured at a dinner and dance at the Graystones, Aurora, Saturday night. Host for the party was Mr. Vern Dynes, sponsor of the team. Members of the Dynes Jew- ellers Softball Team, holders of the Ontario Intermediate “A” and Metro Maior Fasfhall The “Luck of the Scots" â€"- was evidenced recently -â€" when the lst prize. an F.M. radio, was won on the same day that the partners, Mesdames Milli- gan and Sutherland opened up their new variety store. â€" “Scotty’s Variety” ‘â€" at 78 Ynnge Street South. The lucky draw was made by Mayor William Neal, at the Richmond Hill T.V. store. Among the regular visitors at the Royal Winter Fair this week are Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Redelmeier and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Redelmeier of Don Head Farms. Mrs. Hilda Munslow and Miss Elizabeth Anion of Pointe Claire, Quebec, were recent visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. an Clubine. Markham‘ Road. When your physician leaves a needed prescrip- tion late at night, call or have your physician call directly to TU. 4-4683 TU. 4-7204 Your prescription will be called for, filled, and returned to you Without delay and ,ate Elia McLean} ALLENCOURT PHARMACY LIMITED WM. C. LAZENBY, B.Sc., th. ALLENCOURT CENTRE, RICHMOND HILL Call TU. 4-4461 for the same quick’ser'vice. AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. DURING THE DAY (9 a.m.-797 p.m.) One of the Many Services of Mrs. W. S. Thomson attend- ed a reception on Monday ev- ening, given by the president of C.0.D.L. and the regional representative to D.D.F., in honour of the Honourable J. Kelller MacKay, Miss Vida Pee- ne and Mr. Richard MacDon- ald. It was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hogg. Do- nimo Court, Toronto. Convening the baiaar was Mrs. A. Marsden and her com- mittee, who are to be congrat- ulated on the success of the event. The Senior Citizens express their sincere appreciation to the many who patronized the bazaar, for assistance given, and for the many contributions. Music for ballroom and square dancing, will be pro- vided by Doug Kemp and his band, and refneshments avail- able. Fellow thespians, The Auro- ra Drama Workshop, are hold- ing a Cleopatra’s Ball this Fri- day at the Gray-stones, Aurora. All proceeds are in aid of a new theatre â€" support this en- terprising group â€"- tickets at $3.50 a couple may be obtained by calling TU. 4-4855. Of great intenest to the many who attended the bazaar, was an interesting array of hobbies and paintings done by the sen- ior citizens, displaying the many talents of the local mem- bers. The display of goods repres- ented many hours of work by the members, and included bak- ed goods, Christmas decorati- ons, handicraft, aprons, knit- ted goods, novelties and white elephants. Quilts were on dis- play which had been made at the day centre, one of which. along with a painting, are prizes for a draw to be held on‘ December 11. The annual Richmond Hill Senior Citizens bazaar held on Saturday was opened by Mrs. William Neal, who, following her address, was presented with a large bouquet of flowers by Mrs. J. P. Wilson. The tea tables under ‘he dir- ection of Mrs. J. Sheahan and committee were very attractive and pouring tea were Mrs. E. Lomax, Mrs. J. P. Wilson, Dir- ector Mrs. Mona Robertson and Mrs. M. Thomson. The ladies who worked so hard to make their third annual bazaar of Our Lady Queen of the World parish such a succes- sful event, gathered together recently for a relaxing evening at the home of Mrs. W. Daley Windhurst Gate. C.W.L. president, made iaifiriésv-I entation to the general conve- nor, Mrs. J. McArthur. Lunch was served? by Mrs Daley. Ideas were exchanged that may be of help to next year’s convenors, and Mrs. H. O’Toole, Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Leno, Lel- sure Lane, who celebrated their 64th wedding anniâ€" versary on November 15. A family gathering in their honour was held at their home on Sunday. THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Thursday, Nov. let, 1963 1 The December 12 meeting will be the Christmas celebra- tion, when members are asked to bring gifts suitable for re- sidents of York Manor Hospi- tal, Newmarket. President Mrs. J. Dewsbury expressed her thanks to the members who helped to make the card party such a success, socially and financially. The meeting closed with the usual social half hour during which refreshments wene serv- ed. Phone 285-1073 Mrs. V. Wallace. mother of Mrs. J. Beresx‘ord Andersoq, Centre Street West, left on Wednesday to spend the winter months in Jamaica. Mrs. Ethel Hardwick and Mrs. Grace Sayers each gave excel- lent comprehensive reports of their attendance as delegates to the Central Ontario Area Convention of Federated Wo- mens Institutes, held recently at the Royal York Hotel, Tor-l onto. ‘ The November meeting was held in the library auditorium, Wright Street, w ith forty members responding to the Roll Call query “Should November 11 be a school holiday‘T”. It was the unanimous opinion that all schools remain open, and a me- morial service be held at 11 Richmond Hill WJ. Mrs. A. Lander and her com- mittee convened the meeting on “Citizenship and Education". Mrs. G. Irwin introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Gordon Mc- Intyre. superintendent of Rich- mond Hill public schools. Mrs. Annette Wintjes, 1 native of Holland, and presently a mem- ber of the library staff, spoke on citizenship. SALES - SERVICE - RENTALS Typewriters - Adding Machines Your Office Machine Specialist 88 Baker Ave.. Richmond Hill See Portable Models at i ’ harm ' ‘ w Eh” P acy All popular makes on hand Day 0" Evemngsn TU- 4474-” Special Students’ Rates E83ked Ham lb. 97¢ Minced Beef 3 lbs. 95¢ Frying Chickens lb. 39¢ Wing Steaks lb. 59¢ GRADE A, 3-3'/2 LB. AVERAGE SLICED M M eatina SAVINGS I L H. SIMS Established 1878 126 Yonge St. N.. Richmond Hill -mnmumummnn CHRISTMAS BAZAAR DECEMBER 7 St. Mary’s Anglican Church Sr. W. A. â€" Wrixon Hall WILLOWDALL Column. .l] Empress Avenue threatened to erect a “buggy barricade" to in- dicate their concern over traf- fic changes on the avenue. They fear the changes might create further danger to children. BSBOOBQIZ EEGEGCEHS Mrs. Munsey was also hon- oured by the girls of the Is. Richmond Hill Girl Guide Company with the gift of a sil- ver pin. Mrs. Munsey had pro- vided leadership for ‘his group for some fim The Lodge Cavendish of the Daughters of England recently held a draw for a painting, the winning ticket No. 214, being held by Karen Bennett, 167 Connaught Ave., Willowdale. Prior to her departure on No- vember 16 for Nigeria. Africa, to join her husband, Mrs. Basil Munsey was honoured at a luncheon on Thursday at the home of Mrs. W. E. N. Mann. 215 Norfolk Avenue, Richmond Hill. Mrs. Munsey has been on the staff of the Richmond Hill (‘o-operative Nursery for the past year and a half, and guests at the luncheon were other members of the staff. A chéque for. $100, procéeds fron_1_thg draw, was presented w“)._0.0.0.0.0.0.0- on Monday by'Presid-ent Mes: E. Bell to the Thornhaven School for Retarded Children. 2.00 pm. Annual

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