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The Liberal, 28 Sep 1967, p. 13

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Vera Griffin, hospital gift shop representative, will show article: made and sold at the shop. Members are reminded that all dues should be paid by the end of October and Treasurer Mrs. W. V. Sleeman at 147 Woodlane. would be delighted to receive them. The many friends made by Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Smith durâ€" ing their five months' visit to Canada accepted an invitation to an “open house" at the home of Mayor and Mrs. Thomas Broadhurst September 10. to say farewell. Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Broadhurst’s par- ents, arrived in Richmond Hill in April and have enjoyed see- ing much of the countryside, meeting Canadians and joining in Centennial events. Word has been received that they had a wonderful trip home to North- field, Birmingham, England, by BOAC jet. September 16. to bring a most enjoyable holiday to an end. They enjoyed the Calgary Stampede, a ride in a snowmo- bile on the Columbia lcefields, chair lifts. Disneyland and Ti- juana. They swam in hot springs and the Pacific, went hiking and horseback riding, and had a wonderful holiday. Fifty-fiVe days of vacationing in Canada. the United States and Mexico were enjoyed this summer by Miss Patsy McCar- ville of 217 Alsace Road. The Pleasantville Branch of the YCHA are having a dessert and coffee meeting on Wed- nesday next (October 4) at 1.30 pm at the home of Mrs. Dorothy Turner, 330 Sugar Maple Lane. Miss McCarville is employed at the Odeon Cinema in Rich- mond Hill. \ BETTE JANE TOMLIN CLINTON RICHARD SMITH Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth W. 'l‘omlin, formerly of Rich- mond Hill. wish to announce the engagement of their daughter Bette Jane to Mr. Clinton Richard Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert H. Smith of Simcoe. Ontario. The marriage will take place on Saturday. October 28, 1967 at St. Mary’s Anglican Church. Richmond Hill. Plan October Wedding Son Douglas and his wife and family came from Detroit to join in the festivities and the couple's three grandchildren assisted in serving refresh- ments in the beautiful garden. This is part of the observ- ance of Harvest Festival and is a thank-in for youth as Canada looks ahead to a new century of history. Sandra Bull and Charlene Street became members of the nursery: promoted to kinder- garten were Sherry Nelles, Kar- rie Schonberg and Pearl Ham- ilton: to primary, Linda Ed- wards. Carolyn Tunney, Caro- line Snider, Maureen West, Kristine Schonberg. Kenneth Oakley. Margaret Power; to junior. Louise Graham. Debbie Ball, Cindy MaoKinnon, Steph- en Orr. Kim Kendall, Shaun West. Richard Hoover, Sheila Oakley; to Young Teens, Carol Buckeridge, Susan Ball. Louise Orr. Pam Stong. Lynn Rich- mond. Harvey Paterson. Mar- ilyn Morris. Darlene Jones. Robert Thomson, university student and actor, will give the address; Michael Gosling and Greg Lynn will conduct Even- song: Jennifer Smith. Brian Lennox and Ruth Carter will read lessons; Vaughan Tower and his junior choir will occupy the choir loft and John Cover and his group will sing and a “happening” afterwards in the crypt of the chapel will be provided by the Zodiaks. September 24 was promotion Sunday at Richmond Hill Free Methodist Church. Friends were present from Toronto and area, Pefferlaw, Wallaceburg and Scotland. A Thank-1n For Youth will be Introduction to Canadiana, 3, Enjoy a really good laugh? held next Sunday at 7 pm in series of six lectures sponsored! If 50, plan to see one of the St. Mary’s Anglican Church. by the Richmond Hill and Dis-‘zaniest English comedies ever Robert Thomson, university trict YWCA will be held at‘written, Pools Paradise. which StUdent and actor, Will give the Pleasantville Public School each‘opens this Friday at the Cur- address; Michael Gosling and Wednesday at 8 pm, beginningftain Club. Grez Lynn will conduct Even- October 25. I It‘s a merry romp from be- Mr. and Mrs. Coghill were presented with golden wedding bands by their sons and daugh- ters-in-law and received many other gifts. They also received many flowers, cards and con- gratulatory messages. All-young people are invited Mr. and Mrs. William Gow and children Pat and Brenda, Kenvale Court and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Hogg, Janice, Susan and Michael, Trayborn Drive, have recently returned from holidaying at the Sher- aton Sandcastle Motor Inn at iLido Beach, Sarasota, Florida. During their stay they took part in a Sandcaterpillar Day and joined over 50 guests on the beach for a sand modelling con- test. The day was climaxed “1th an authentic Hawaiian luau feast, during which the prizewinners, among them Mr. and Mrs. Gow and family, were presented with a plaque as a recognition of their sand sculp- ting ability. This was the fifth year that the Gow family have vacationed here: on their first visit they met several families whose hus- bands worked for the Caterpil- lar Tractor Company plant in Peoria and so enjoyed this con- genial group, they decided to schedule their vacation the fol- lowing year to coincide with their arrival. The group has now snowballed from 40 to 80, steadily increasing each year, as regular visitors take friends along to introduce them to the fun and frolic of a Florida vaca- tion. This was the initial visit for the Hogg family, who plan to return next year. Senior Citizens The local Senior Citizens' Club held their first meeting of the new season on September 12 in the Christian education building The attendance was compara- tively small â€"~ 77 in all, includ- ing two visitors and three new members. Mrs. E. W. Kelp and Mr. and Mrs. A. Palmer. President Mrs. E. Burnie pre- sided and Vice-President A. Pat- tenden led the singing of the national anthem. The main hall will have many booths from clothing and hats for everyone to books, toys and white elephants. The Treasure Mart displays items of silver, china, crystal and valuable antiques. The minutes of the last meet- ing were read and passed, and unfinished business and future activities discussed. A nomina- tion committee was selected for the election of offices for the coming year and agreeing to serve were Mrs. J. Dewsbury. Mrs. W. Low, H. Cook. R. Haw- kins and W. Andrews. The afore- mentioned held the initial meet- ing September 18 at the home of Mrs. Dewsbury. Mr. Patten- den gave a short talk on his attendance at the Senior Citi- zens’ National Convention held in Hamilton during the month of August. The full report of this convention may be seen on the club notice board. The French Room features suits. dresses. coats and accesâ€" sories in excellent condition, and you might outfit your children in the children’s room. The annual rummage sale of the Women of St. Mary’s is be- ing held this Saturday at Wrix- on Hall. The series will include the topics of architecture. lighting, glass, furniture and pottery, and will be illustrated with authen- tic pieces and colored slides. Each lecturer is an outstanding authority in his field. For further information call 884-4811. Mrs. Burnie asked members how they had enjoyed their bus and boat trip to Centre Island on September 7 and judging from the response it must have been a very successful outing, many of the members remark- ing on the wonderful changes that had taken place over the past two or three years. Entertainment was provided by Fred Rose who sang old Eng- lish comic songs and Mrs. Kay Seymour who provided the music for the afternoon. Tea was served by Mrs. B. Cook and her committee. The executive would like to see a larger turnout of mem- bers at the next meeting on Oc- lnber 11, when the election of officers will take place. Elizabeth Punter and Joan Adams, who are look- ing after props for Pools Paradise. which opens this Friday at the Curtain Club Theatre. would appreciate donations of small china ornaments. ash trays etc. (chipped or otherwise) to use in the play. If you can help please call 884-2528 and a pick-up will be arranged. The sale opens at 1.30 pm. The auxiliary is looking for- ward to seeing all members, new and old, at their first fall meeting October 4. This is going to be a getltogether and new ideas evening. Each mem- ber will be asked to submit sug- gestions for making the meeting more interesting and enjoyable. So please make a special effmt to come and meet your fellow members. The new executive for the coming year are P1 esident Mar- jorie Weeks, Viceâ€"President Joan Robertson, Secretary, Gwen Bell, Treasurer Marg Evans, Telephone Convenor Fran Marshall, Publicity Betty McGhie, Sunshine Convenor Lois Shel-at, Uniforms Elva ‘IHunt, Membership Pearl Wil- gson, Hospitality Convenor Carey I Osprey, Programs Doreen Street, Sewing Convenor Kay ‘Wright and Social Convenors Barbara Hurley and Carmen gWallingford. The Sugar and Spice Club held their second September meeting at the home of Mrs. B. Sheppard, Arnold Street. Prize winners were Mrs. W. Turner, Mrs. A. Young and Mrs. A. Blackburn and the hostesses for the evening, Mrs. H. Hill and Mrs. L. Walker. Calling all mothers of the 5th Richmond Hill Ladies’ Auxili- ary! Prize winners were Mrs. W. Last Saturday 34». from the le- Turner, Mrs. A. Young and Mrsucal church took part in the Free A. Blackburn and the hostesses'Methodist section of the Sun- for the Welling, Mrs- 11- Hilliday school parade in Toronto and Mrs. L. Walker. yfrom Allan Gardens to Queen‘s * * "‘ jPark. A special feature of the Adrian Edwards. who has‘parade was Barry Bull. son of been a guest of his uncle and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Bull. dres- aunt, MT- lmd Mrs. 16031! Thom-“sed as a crusader and riding his as of Boisdale Avenue for the pony, Ed. with his blue and past six months returned lastigold blanket bearing the words week to his home in Buckingâ€"1"Christian Youth Crusader“. hamshire, England. ' There were more than 1.000 5°1d‘OUt performances but a The 1967-8 season at, the Art limited number _of tiekets are Gallery of Ontario Opened on available for thls Fl'lday find Friday evening with an Ontario Saturday and may be Obtamed Centennial Art Exhibition and by calling 384-7560. Mr. and Mrs. E. J. H. Redel- * * "' meier of Don Head Farms were The first meeting of the year among the many guests who at- for the ladies auxiliary of lstitended and enjoyed the preview Beverley Acres Cubs and Scouts got underway with ideas for the coming year. Plans are being made to hold a Wiener roast for the Cubs, Scouts and Venturers on October 20, instead of the regular Hallowe’en parties. The next meeting will be held October 17. Apple Day is being held 0c- tober 14, and after the sale has been completed. the boys are invited to Mrs. N. Berezowski’s home at 230 Axminster Drive for hot chocolate and donuts. The Cubs will also sell Christ- mas cards again this year. A penny auction is to be held November 14 at the regular meeting and each member is asked to bring a new item this year, as well as an unwanted household article. The meeting closed and re- freshments were served by Mrs. J. Dunlop, Mrs. M. Hagbord and Mrs. B. McIntosh. It‘s a merry romp from be- ginning to end, with the Rev. Lionel Toop‘s country Vicarage at Merton-cumâ€"Middlewick be- ing the locale for a sequence of hilarious situations which de- velop when Lionel’s wife, Pen~ elope, unwittingly dabbles in a football pool with the help of the maid. Ida, and Ida’s boy- friend, Willie Briggs. There are already several sold-out performances but a limited number of tickets are available for this Friday and Saturday and may be obtained by calling 884-7660. Adrian, soon after his arrival here. journeyed to British Col- umbia and Alaska and has seen more of Canada than many young Canadians. He spent a week at Ottawa, and visith Expo on two occasions, staying for a week the second time en- joying performances of the Vienna State Opera. and the Shaw Festival and Manitoba Theatre Centre’s presentation of Major Barbara. He saw the Stratford Theatre Production of ‘the Merrry Wives of Windsor land toured Niagara Falls. icompleting his sightseeing from ‘the top of the observation tower. He spent a week in a cottage on the coast of Maine and tour- ed New Hampshire. Vermont. Mass, Mount Washington and went sightseeing in Boston. He also Visited New York City where he saw the Statue of Liberty. the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Cen- tre. Adrian had the honor to meet John Diefenbaker and Robert Stanfield and the group of men who were seeking the leader- ship of the Conservative party, also Dr. Emlyn Davies and Bar- old Spooner. When the doors of Cambridge University swing open next week Adrian will be there. books in hand. trying to settle down but he says he expects to spend a lot of time telling his classmates about his wonderful summer. Who knows? It may account for a stream of young people making plans to visit Canada next summer to see this beautiful country for them- selves. l It was “Richmond Hill Day" September 9 in Chelmsford. ESSex, England. That day John '1‘. Lyon, a former resident of Elmdale Court, was married 'to Jennifer Jakeman. .John is with the OPP at Moosonee and his bride is a nurse in the hos- _'pital there. Best man was Brian Tinker. and among the guests besides Mrs. Tinker (the ' former Jill Dixon) were Mr. and Mrs. Jim Fletcher and daughter "'Bette, former residents of Rich- ‘lmond Street. Mrs. E. J. Ball. guest speaker for the September 19 meeting of St. Matthew‘s UCW, gave a most interesting and informative talk on their own allocation. Articles for the bazaar were displayed including boutique work by Donna Bales and knit- ted articles by Grace Walters. The Evening Unit the lunch and the was led by Morning The Evening Unit catered for the lunch and the devotional was led by Morning Unit No. 1. Avoid the usual last minute Christmas rush and plan to at- tend the UCW bazaar â€"â€" Cen- tennial Shoppers Parade â€"â€" be- ing held November 11 at the church. Visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Chaplin, North Taylor Mills Drive, is his sis- ter, Mrs. Frances Saunders, from Sydney, Australia. Mrs. Saunders, who arrived on‘ :3 »:< * Friday last, is on a sight-seeing Don-t miss Autumn Modes for world tour and had stopped off Town and Country being We- at Honolulu and Los Angeles‘sented on Thursday next 10c- before 'arriving“in Richmond tuber 5) by St Mary Immacu. Hill. She leaves October 3 forElate CWL at Bayview second- England on the second lap of ary school. her trip. ,1 Attractive and colorful fall During her stay she has enâ€" joyed visiting the shopping plazas, the cottage country. Niagara Falls and other places of local interest. Réports will be heard from the southwestern conference for the United Church Women. of the contemporary collection of paintings and sculpture (all created within the last five years) by 92 Ontario and Que- bec artists. Mr. and Mrs. Redelmeier then attended an after-the-opening get-together of the art_ists h_e_1d The Richmond Hill UCW general meeting will be held October 2 at the church and will take the form of a pot luck supper. Several representatives from§som Suzanne Bailey and Ruth the local Free Methodist (ghul-cli ‘lylcConkey will be modelling W111. be attendzng Canada 5 fl'I‘Stladult fashions while Lisa Bailey, natlonal. ChrESt‘an Edna‘th Rosa Morra. Susan Churcher, Convention this Thursday, Frl- Judy Grabarczyk, David M31- 43y an Safiurday- The conven‘ boeuf, Warren Sampson and hen Is bemg held at PeODIESiRaymond Taylor. will model gigrcfiitfi7tvsilef&ar$011:;13:‘clothes designed for the youngâ€" ’ . . _’ er set. for ClarlstlarhEducatlon‘ workj Displaying the latest fashions ers an top- lght leade}s SUChlfor the best dressed man about be , ‘- y and Brian Wa oner. Chicago and Mrs. Ethel Barrett! The Show signs at 8 pm and of California, famous story tel-‘tickets may be obtained by cab 161‘. and others will participate.11mg sumnne Bailey at 334- It is interdenominational and 15'4037_ v sponsored by the Ontario Sun- is + >3 day School Assocxatlon. The St. David's Soeiety open- The Fletchers returned to England last year after living in Canada for more than 15 years and are living in Exeter, Devon. Bette is attending St. Margaret’s School for Girls in Exeter, a private school associ- ated with the Church of Eng- land. at Ed's Warehouse, where the Gay 90's Room was updated suddenly to the tune of the Gay 60's. and an adjacent room for dancing. in scintillating sil- ver and psychedelic mood, had been prepared by artist Michael Hayden and his associates. Centennial project of the OSSA and participating churches. There were more than 1.000 marchers and 20 floats in this Hats off to all members of the York Central Ecspital Aux- iliary! Despite the inclement weather hundreds of members and guests drove to Tintern Farm. the country home of Mr. and Mrs. G. 1!. Graham on Thursday last to attend the Carriage Col- lation held by the YCHA. Parking their cars at the end of the tree-lined driveway, guests, appropriately dressed in every conceivable type of rain- wear, and many carrying um- brellas. still took time to admire the collection of antique car- riages, before entering the spa- cious hallway, where one was greeted by auxiliary members. taking tickets and cheerfully giving out directions to the new locale of the various booths and dining areas. The bouquets of flowers throughout the house and the colorful fall fashions of the guests eliminated all thoughts of the weather and also the realization that the Centennial dress was not modelled during luncheon. This was due to the absence of the model who was unable to attend due to illness. The auxiliary expresses its sincere appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Graham for their kind co- operation, prior to and during the event, which not only gave members an opportunity to get together after the summer holi- days, but made the casual on- looker aware of the solid foun- dation on “hich the auxiliary is Rev. Norman Pick. BA, BD., of Trinity United Church. New- market, was welcomed to the pulpit of the Richmond Hill United Church on Sunday last. As chairman of the York Presbytery, Pastoral Relations Committee. he then presided at the congregation meeting held following the morning’s service. Susan Rice. Allgela Romanyi'l‘elephone Company. Shannon and Colleen Fraser», During the summer he was Phil Granton, Moira Stephen-joined for a month by his wife. Son, Suzanne Bailey and RuthvShirley. and children, Robert McConkey will be modellingland Linda, who enjoyed the adult fashions While Lisa BalleYrmany tourist attractions of the Rosa Morra. Susan Churchesztampede city and car trips to Judy Grabarczyk, David Mal-‘Banff, Lake Louise and British boeuf, Warren Sampson andtColumbjaL Raymond Taylor. will model: 4* *3 K clothes designed for the young-1 Mrs. Ross Breuls and sons er set. \Clark and Billy, Levendale Attractive and colorful fall fashions for the whole family will be modelled by the CWL and members of their families. The show starts at 8 pm and tickets may be obtained by cal- ling Suzanne Bailey at 884- 4087. The St. David's Society open- ed their 1967-68 season on Sep- tember 20' with an enjoyable concert, in which several local residents participated. Judith Thomas sang two verses of All Through The Night‘ one in English and one in Welsh, Christine Burnett gave a piano solo. Melanie Thomas spoke on "The Sum- mit". well known local con- tralto Miss Joan Hall. sang three songs of the Hill Folk ar- ranged by John Jacob Niles, Janice Goodman displayed the different type dances, jazz. twist and modern. Lona and Bob Richardson played a piano duet and Miss Hall completed the program with an aria from Cal'- men. Clive Mason is president the society and leuan Thomas Boisdale Avenue, chairman the entertainment committee October is drawing near and one of the more pleasant things about it is the resumption of children’s film shows. assisted by the Library Club of Richmond Hill High School. The films shown are made by the Children’s Film Foundation and have children as leading characters They are suited to children betWeen the ages of 7 - 13. Parents are always wel- come lwithout any admission chargel and any who would like to help, such as selling tickets etc. are asked to telephone 884- 1355. This is the eighth season for the films which are arranged by a group of intgygsted Barents This is not a money making event, so the price has been kept as low as possible. Tickets are 30 cents single and $1.50 for a season ticket (7 showings). There is a definite advantage in buying the season ticket. It means a saving of 60 cents and also teaches young children to plan their weekend entertain- ment, as the dates and time are shown on each ticket. Tickets are already on sale and may he obtained by calling and may be obtain‘ Mrs. Reva Acton a Interesting and little-known historical facts about Canada and the women involved in its development held the interest of the capacity crowd at Richmond Hill United Church September 14. Featured was “Portraits of the Past” a group of 39 women’s costumes dating from the visits of early explorers to the early 1900’s. Included were replicas of dresses worn by Indian maidens, Mrs. John Graves Simcoe and Laura Secord, as well as of Queen Victoria’s wedding gown. The display was designed and created by the Ontario Centennial Planning Branch has toured the province during the past year and a half and played to full houses everywhere. Local women modelled the gowns. In the picture above Equestrian Joni Wrightson chats with Lady Champlain (Mabel Fenwick) in an authentic setting. 4-1085 Canada '3 History Came Alive John E. Bowdenfstaff mem- ber of the Bell Telephone Com- pany in Toronto, returned to his Laverock Avenue home on Thursday last from Calgary. where he has spent the past 10 weeks working with the Alberta Telephone Company. 1 Lisa Elizabeth, baby daughter LAC Robert Owen. formerly of Mr. and Mrs. Don Mahoney, of 148 Richmond Street, and 165 Colborne Avenue. was now with the Royal Canadian christened at St. Matthew’s Air Force, has been posted to United Church September 17. Baden-Baden, Germany effec- Rev. James Bum officiated five OCtObeI‘ 1- . and the godparents were Mr.‘ 30b jOine‘i the RCAF in API'11 and Mrs, Gordon Kendal]. 1964 and on finishing his train- Following the ceremony Mr. ing in the physical education and Mrs. Kendall were enter- section, was posted to Toronto tained at dinner by M1: and‘CFB (Downsviewi, where he has Mrs. Mahoney and Lisa Elizaâ€"Itbeen for the 93“ 28 months' beth. 1 On Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. in-“_u.l 1]-!“ ..... A: 1' nnnntnrt Mrs. Ross Breuls and sons Clark and Billy, Levendale Road, have recently returned from a month’s holiday in Scot- land. Staying with her father, Mr. John Moore, at his home in Coatbridge, they enjoyed sev- eral day trips including visits to Glasgow, Edinburgh Castle and the 200. the impressive Forth Road Bridge (opened in August, 1964), Burns’ cottage in Ayrshire, the Trossachs, and a very scenic bus tour to Gair- lochead. Miss M. Louise Robertson, daughter of Mrs. Mona Robert- son, Centre Street West. is at present a patient at Private Patients Pavilion, Toronto Gen- eral Hespital, where she under- went successful surgery on Monday for an extension of spinal fusion. Louise will be on a striker frame foi‘ the next six weeks and will eventually be moved to St; John‘s Convalescent Hos- pital. Visitors other than family, are not allowed for at least a week, but her many friends and office asociates at Ronalds Fed- erated (where she has been employed for the past year and a half) send their best wishes and hope to see her in the very near future. 5mm FURS ' Repahs ' RemodeHing 884-2452 THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Thursday, Sept Mn Bob joined the RCAF in April i1964 and on finishing his train- Mr_ ing in the physical education ter- section, was posted to Toronto and‘CFB (Downsviewi, where he has i,,_!been for the past 28 months. LAC Owen leaves Trenton CFB on Thursday for 8 years in Europe. On Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald McGrogan of Langstaff entertained at a dinner party for Bob and guests included his mother, Mrs. Dorothy Owen, Scarboro. and his fiancee. Miss Carol Hongisto of Toronto. _I.\(I\/ 7t Rx , BOOKINGS FOR ALL STEAMSHIPS AND AIRLINES, TOURS AND CRUISES 85 YONGE STREET N. RICHMOND HILL GLOBE TRAVEL SERVICE From 1 to 8 pm TRAIN IN AIR-CONDITIONED COMFORT Walter Thornton School of Model} and Personal Development?" KARL'S BEAI'TY SALON Phone Cynthia Bennett, 884-83331 WALTER THORNTON For your convenience 2 lines to serve No service charge, no booking fee ONLY LIMITED TIME LEFT TO ENROLL 884-8191 .\[ OPENING SPECIAL ll chmond He N315” [nun Makcwp, Skin Cam, Hair Sfyling, Graco‘ul Walli- ing and Poise, Wardrobo Planning and Colour Schemes. 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