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The Business Scene What was once the Village of King‘s potato chip plant. operated by Stan Watson, is now the home of one of King's newest business en- treprises. Absolute Wood Li- mited of Toronto has opened a woodworking plant for the manufacture of custom fur- niture on the west side of Keele Street, just south of the King Sideroad. Absolute held an informal cocktail party at the King location December 1, invi- ting a, few citizens, the press King Township Mayor Mar- garet Britnell, and William Hodgson MLA, York North. Owners of the two year old business, which has a show- room on Avenue Road in To- ronto, are Doug Culter, Lee Berneit‘t and a partner whom Doug says “prefers to re- main silent". I asked Doug for a brochure or catalogue on their furniture and was told they didn't have one yet and besides "we don‘t want to sell tonight â€"- just say hello" The basement premises where the cocktail party was held was decorated with mums and camations, faste- ned to the concrete ceiling and building columns and placed in vases. The only seats in the room were 3" thick cedar benches made by Absolute with their “no nails, only dowel" method, A good spread of hors d'oeuvres and an assortment of wines, beers and a potent punch were available for imbibing. In addition to the wooden furniture, Absolute showed some batiks (wall hanging! done by Anne Hay- word. Church News Organist and choirmaster of All Saint‘s Anglican Church, James Leonard, Mus. Bac. ARCCO. held an organ recital on the after- noon of December 12; on the same day that the church held its blessing and lighting of the Advent Wreath. At the outset of his proâ€" gram Mr. Leonard came to the edge of the chancel steps, thanked everyone for coming, and introduced the first musical selection, Bach's Chorale Prelude (‘Schubler') otherwise known as “Sleeper‘s Awake". It seemed strange to hear the 55 people in attendace clap- ping their appreciation and admiration of Leonard's ta- lent as 'he played All Saint’s pipe organ (one so seldom nears applause in a church). The second piece, Bach's "In Dulcl Jubilo" was intro- duced by Leonard as a 60 second masterpiece. Next came Bach's "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor”, BraLhm’s Chorale Prelude “Lo How a Rose E‘er Blooming", and Wesley‘s “Air and Gavotte". Number six of the recital was a composition by Leo- nard enmled “Laus Deo" (Praise Be To God% which he said he “wrote last Fri- day night. if you se_e a flur- ry of pages. don't get wor- ried; they'll just. be manus- cript sheets!" Rector of the church. Ne- ville BishOp, then addressed the audience saying that the recital “gives us all a better understanding of‘this instru- ment" the organ). Then everyone joined in wit-h the singing of the Hymn "Ye watchers and Ye Holy Ones". while a collection was taken. As he introduced the next selection, Leonard said “before we leave, I want you all to sign up for my choir". He said that 'he would next play “Humor- esque” (Toccata for Flute) by Pietro Yon, using only three stops on the organ; 8 16' bass, 8’ bass, and one flute. Next was the English composer Howell‘s “Preludio ‘Sine Domine‘ " about which Leonard said it “leaves it- self open to a great many uses" and that he felt it quiet usable for Advent Sun- After the playing of Da- quin's "Noel in G" (which has a dancing, flighty melo- chr which builds up in solid, majestic sounds) Leonard said "let me tell you, there were a few prayers going on during that piece": ob- viously referring to the complexity of the composi- -tion. Last but not least was "Piece Heroique" by Franck, who the recitalist said "wrote. pitifully few" com- positions. All in all, it was an enjoyable one hour re- cl-tal which showed the tn:- rmendous talent of the 24 year old musician. Mr. Leo- nard lives in Keswick, is a music teacher in Sutton and is continuing organ studies uder Melville Cook of Metro- politan United. Church, To- ronto. His wife, Lenore, also a musician, turned pages as her husband palyed the two- manual organ. Refreshments were served afterwards in the parish hall by members of the choir and special thanks was given in THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Qntario, Thursday, Dec. 13, 1973 the program #0 Mrs. Harry (Dawn) Ballard. Christmas Carol This is our fourth In a series of “carolines”, and our chaice this week is one that doesn't appear in any of the current church hymn books hut is heard regularly at carol services and on ra- dio and TV. “W'hat Child Is This?" is a folk-song about the Christ Child. with words by Wil- liaim Crha‘tterton Dix, written during the reign of Queen Victoria. Dix is well known for his verses and poetry having also written Alleluja, Sing to Jesus Nr. 49 in the new joint Anglican/United hymn book) and As With Gladness, Men of Old 'Nr. 435). “What Child Is This” is usually sung to the old En- glish tune "Greensleeves" which was popular before Queen Elizabeth I, in fact one of the best liked tunes of the day. Shakespeare mentions the tune twice in the Merry Wives of Windsor. St. John Dufay Stainer (1840-1901), the composer to whom the music is attribu- ted, started his career as a chorister at the Cathedral of St. Paul, London England and eventually became the organist there, He was made a ‘imight by Queen Victoria in 1888. Brownies The 4th and 5th King Brownie Packs will be sta- ti-oned outside the King Ci- ty IGA Store Saturday. from 10 am to 4 pm to colâ€" lect tinned goods for the Salvation Army‘s Christmas Parcels for the Needy. Please support the youngs- ters in their endeavor. Senior Citizens The 39'ers of King City held their Christmas Party, December 3 at King City United Church. The menu included turkey, peas, and mashed potatoes provided by the committee with the members contributing salads and desserts. Sixty-eight members plus Rev. and Mrs. Ed Smith, Rev. Grant Brown, and Rev. Neville E, Bishop, representatives of St. And- rews, All Saint’s and‘ KCU enjoyed the afternoon. En- tertainment was in the form of a sing-along led by the Sweet Adelines. “The Quin- tupl-ets”, who are Mel At- kins, Bill Burlisvn, Merv Long, Jim O‘Hara and Jack Tanner were also on the en- tertainmet bill. Mr. O‘Hara favored everyone with his rendition of “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling", a favo- rite of many. King's 1st Ranger Pack. Ruth Gillson, Carol Crossley, Chris Pasta, and Jane Har- vey did the dishes so that all -the members could relax and enjoy the program. Highlight of the afternoon was Santa’s visit when the members exchanged gifts. School News Grades 5 and 6 from Hom Campus visited the Me- Michael Gallery in Klein- burg. December 4. _ On Tuesday and Thursday of the same week the Grade 6 classes from Patton School with teachers M. Smokum and Mr. Carson Bice visited the Burlington Outdoor Re- sources Centre in Wood- bridge, where they received instruction in orienteering, charoal sketching and geolo- gy studies in the gravel pit. December 12, grades 5 and 6 from King Horn Campus also visited BORC for the same course. Mr. Parkes plus the grade 35 and Mrs. Warwickes will tour the Science Centre in Don Mills December 17. Good Morning Group Annual elections took place, December 5 for the GMG which meets in All Saint's Anglican Church. Elected executive for the up- coming year are: President Diane Jones, VicePresidem Jane Stangl, Treasurer Wan- dy Duck, and Secretary Olive Wehrenberg. Member- ship secretary is Bjorg Rocks and babysitting organization will be handled by Donalda Dale. Donna’s Bits and Pieces The King Township His- torical Society is sponsoring a Christmas Lucky Draw with the first prize offered a hind quarter of beef (ap- proximately 100 pounds). and turkeys as second and third awards. The draw is to help offset some of the un- mreseen costs of the recent Lloydtown Rebellion Day celebration as well as to further the work of the scciety in the history of King Township. The draw is to be made at the King City Community Centre Decem- ber 18 at 8:30 pm. Tickets are available from Mrs. Ruth Cooke at 727-5947. King Township Historical Society hold their Christmas Meeting tonight (Thursday) ‘at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Peddie, Lloyd‘town. Happy birthday to Susan Wouuend who will be nine years old December 19. Su- san is the daughter of Kay and Ray Woodend of Keele Street North. Anniversary congratula- tions to Tom and Wendy Duck of Warren Road as they celebrate their seventh anniversary December 16. Council meeting December 17 in the township offices at 7:30 pm. Happy birthday to Jean Bryson December 16, ’I‘he GMG Children‘s Christmas Party is sc‘he-duled for December 15 at 12:30 pm. Members only. Happy birthday to ‘S'h‘i'rley Foster December 19; and to Derek Dale, son of Donald and Donalda Dale of Warren Road. Derek is 10 years old today. Sincere apologies to Mrs. George Rumble for any sorrow or confusion caused by my mistake. The University Women's Club of York County is hol- ding meetings at Kingcraf‘t House on Ke‘ele Street at 8:30 pm on the fourth Mon- day of each month, October lhl‘ough A'pril Iexcludinvg December). For further in- formation. please phone 883-5035 There will be an organ and harpsichord recital by Miss Valerie Weeks, Decem- ber 16 at St. Stephen's An~ glican Church in Maple. Canadian Girls in Training Theatre-Aurora 'hold their Christmas Party December 14. Members only. The CGIT will hold its Candlelight Christmas Ves- pers Service on Sunday eve- ning at 7:30 pm. at King City United Church. After- wards everyone is invited to join them for refreshments. Skiing Canada’s fastest growing winter sport, cross-country skiing, will be available this year at Seneca‘s King Cam- pus just twenty minutes north of Metro and five mi- nutes northeast 0f King City. Over seven miles of trails and 696 acres of rolling hills and beautifully wooded ter- rain ‘have been developed. Under the direction of Mike Exall, outdoor recre« ation coâ€"ordinator, a variety of trails will offer challen- ges to the expert and day- long enjoyment to begin- ners, intermediates and fa- milies. Special programs have been designed for schools and senior citizens. Seneca King will be open for cross-country skiing from December 15 through March 31, seven days a week. Those skiing at Seneca King will find all the facilities and services they need: pro shop, equipment rentals, refresh- ments, warming and waxing areas, washrooms, parking and a weekend babysitting service. While day rates for admis- sion to t'he traiIS, instruction, and equipment rental are very reasonable, individuals and families should consider the season's paSS Which will reduce the cost even further. Cross-country skiing forms only part of the extensive outdoor recreation program at Seneca King which is gaining reputation through- out Southern Ontario. Light- weight camping. Winter camping, and Wilderness ad- venture training will also be offered throughout the win- ter months. Full details on all of these programs are easily obtaned by calling the King Campus at 884-9901. Admission charges to cross'country skiing trails at Seneca King are adults (per day) $1.50, students and children (per day) 50c, fami- lies tper day) $2.50. Season pass (individuaD $10. after December 31 $15. Season pass (family) $25, after De- cember 31 $35. Group instruction rates (maximum 12 to a group) are adults $1. students and children 50c, and families $250. Baby sitting services are available Saturdays and Sun- days from 10 am to 4 pm. Fee: 50c .hour, or $1 for three hours. Maximum is three hours at a time. In- fants must have a car bed. Equipment rental â€" skis, poles and boots are available at modest cost. The daily fee includes a free one-hour les- son. Adults (per day) $2, students and children (per day) 51. Cross-country skiing les- sons are available Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to “The Liberal” requires a responsible boy or girl for an established paper route in the North Road area of Lake Wilcox. This is an excellent opportunity to earn some extra pocket money. Please Phone Dinah Darlingt‘ at 884- 1105 for further details. CARRIER 12 noon and from 1 pm to 3 pm. Lessons at other times may be arranged by appoint- ment. Instruction is provided by members of the Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance. Seneca College Seneca King's French language lab is not just for the use of fulldtime college students. reports Katherine Kells, French teacher at the King Campus. Two classes of part-time adults have been using the audio visual lab this past fall but in the semester beginning in Ja- nuary. the program will be significantly extended. Those who may be planâ€" ning to travel to Quebec or France or just want to learn French for personal satisfac- tion. can sign up for day- time calsses which meet twice a week. Beginning classes will meet from 10 am to 12 noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays and interme- diate classes on Mandays and Wednesdays from 12 noon to 2 pm. Evening clas- ses are also scheduled with beginners coming on Mon- day and Wednesday nights from 7:30 to 9:30 and inter- mediates on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Everyone regis- tering in a Conversational French program at Seneca King is tested so that they may obtain the maximum benefit from their classes. Under the direction of Katherine Kells. who -holds both an MA and a Bachelor of Education degree in French. the French program at Seneca King is growing rapidly. During the past summer, French speaking students from Quebec came to Seneca King for a two- week program to learn English while students in Seneca’s Flight Services program spend 10 days each winter in Quebec improving their French. Plans are also being developed for a spring trip to France as an optional extra for those part-time adults who may wish to further practice and consoli- date their learning. Full information about the Conversational French course at Seneca King is easily available by calling 884-9901. Kingcraft I recently became a mem- ber of Kingcraft House when I joined the knitting and crocheting group. With Studio Sale days be- hind them. the group cele- brated their Christmas meet- ing December 4 with a pot luck luncheon. What a selec- tion of mouth-watering reci- pes! rV,. After the delicious lun- cheon, while relacing over tea or coffee, Audrey Ferris made a presentation to Mrs. Muriel Lowcock who has taken a leave of absence to pursue other interests. Mrs. Lowcock, along with Mrs. Ferris was one of the found- ing members of this group. Cancer Society A happy Christmas spirit prevailed as 29 volunteers of the King Branch of the can- cer society held their Christ- mas Meeting at the home of Mrs. Art Johnson. One 'hun- dred and fourteen felt kits and 70 leather kits were as- sembled for the Princess Margaret Hospital. Thirteen dolls. books and toys were donated to the Kathy Kart. Also adult gifts were dona- ted to the gift cupboard. A lovely buffet of Christmas goodies was enjoyed by all. Next meeting to start off the new year will be on Ja- nuary 7 at the home of Mrs. Mona Smollett. “The Liberal" is always pleased to publish items of interest regarding peo- ple and events in Oak Ridges - Lake Wilcox and King City districts. Our news correspondent for King City is Donna Mat- thews, 832-1579; and for Oak Ridges - Lake Wilcox please call Janet Russell at 773-4105. YONGE & LEVENDALE RICHMOND HILL EXTENDED BUSINESS HOURS am to 9 pm Mon. to Fri. Saturday "i1 6 pm TRY CLEANING CENTRES School News Oak Ridges Public School is holding a winter cultural variety show December 19 from 7:30 to 8:45 in the gym- nasium. All the children will be involved in some way either by performing or in making props or creating stories and art work for dis- play. Staff members hope to add several singsongs for the parents between stage pre- sentations. Tonight is Lake Wilcox Public School‘s Christmas Concert from 7 to 9 pm. All grades will be involved. Come and see your children having a good time and en- joy it with them. Library Wildwood Library is hav- ing a Special Christmas pre- school story hour December 19 at 1:30 pm. The film, “The Little Drummer Bay" will be shown. Lions The Lions annual Child- ren's Christmas Party will be held December 22 from 10 am to 12 noon at Bond Lake Arena Hall. This is for all 2 Mayor AnthonSI Roman, chairman of the tions in order that the differences_between 3 engineering committee, who said he was “dis- estimates and final costs can be limited to a i tressed about the extra costs, added that Com- minimal amount.” ‘ \uuumumuuumummumun1mmum“mImImmmuimnummlummum“nm1lIll1ll1iuumummumunumummunImumuuumIlllillI11mmnulgulmmumuuumunmmnmummuummmlmmunmml1u11ill1ulllumlluuummumuuul3 The Lions annual Child-lgymnasium. Refreshments St. Mark's Youth Group Don't forget the next teen en’s Christmas Party will be and a devotional program will hold a Christmas Panty dance will be held at Bond Ield December 22 from 10 will be held at the parsonage December 21 at 7:15 pm at Lake Arena Hall December 1m to 12 noon at Bond Lake afterwards. the chapel. 28. Advance ticket sale only, \rena Hall. This is for all The Ladies‘ Sewing Group St. John's Anglican is call 773-5881. E'“llllllllllllllllllllll“llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll““\lllllilllmllll“ l“ill““mum!lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllull“lll1llilll\llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll“lllllllllllllllulllll\lllllllllllll“milll“l“llllll“ll“lll“Illl“llll“l“lllllllllllllllllllllllg The CN'R_ in a non-apologetic letter to coun- cil, has insisted York pay the $95,000 it failed to include in its original estimates. York Regional Council last week agreed to pay a bill of $758,000, almost $130,000 over the original bill, to the Canadian National Rail- ways, but it will withhold payment until the CN can justify the amount to Commissioner of Engineering, Robert Hodgson. A slip-up by ON, in which it neglected to include costs of $95,000 for acquiring land for construction of an underpass in King City, helped bring about the cost overrun of $105,- 000. Terming the error the height of slop- piness, Mayor Margaret Britnell of King, told council she wanted a complete breakdown of costs of the project. She said the engineering department should have known “this was going to happen.’ York Region Agrees To Withheld CN Overpayment King Separation “Polaroid” is a registered trademark of the Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge. Mass.. U.S.A Oak Ridges â€" Lake Wilcox News Instant joy. From$l4.95. In a matter of seconds, a Polaraid Land camera captures the spirit of Christmas. And lets you hold it in your Great black-and-white shots in just 30 seconds. A viewfinder that says YES when the light is right And you get 31/4" x 33/3" pictures with our inexpensive black-and-white film 7 It’s the kind of magic that lasts all year long, and here are two great ways you can give it: i. _ _ AA..._.:... O Polaroid’s Zip. For only $14.95*, it’s the most exciting camera you can buy for the money. the children in the area. The senior citizens will be wrap- ping the children's gifts for the Lions. Bring your youngsters to the arena to meet Santa Claus. Seniors The senior citizens will be holding a Christmas Dinner for members only December 20 at the Wheelhouse at 6 pm. Anyone needing trans- portation should call Mrs. Jean Rennick at 773-5964. Church News LIP. Our 30â€"second black-and-white camera. The Brethren In Christ Church will hold its annual Christmas program Decem- ber 23 at 10:30 am. The pro- gram is presented by pupils of the Sunday school and every c'hild will participate. Pastor Sider will deliver his Christmas message at 11:30 The Youth Group Social will be held December 21 from 7:30 to 9 pm in the Lake Wilcox Public School gymnasium. Refreshments and a devotional program will be held at the parsonage afterwards. Zip. Our_SQâ€": held a Christmas Meeting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Smith in Stouffville. Christmas Gifts were ex- changed. St. Paul‘s United Church will hold its second annual Christmas Celebration De- cember 16 at 7 pm. The Sunday school, CGIT, Tyros and Explorers groups will all be involved and the celebra- tion will be along the lines of an old-fashioned- Christ- mas, with the leaders of each group presenting a skit. Hot mulled punc'h, cookies and cold drinks will be served. Everyone welcome. The UCW are holding their Christmas Dinner to- night (Thursday) with cate- ring by Pegasus. There will be a special Christmas Eve Service in the United Church at 7 pm. Every-one is welcome to at- tend. St. Mark's Youth Group will hold a Christmas Panty December 21 at 7:15 pm at the chapel. The CN alsb threw in another $33,364 in extras, $20,000 of that for road excavations alone. “We don’t have enough people to give proper supervision,” he said. In its recommendation, the engineering committee stated it would advise the CN and utility companies of the need for “more realis- tic estimates for future proposed grade separa» tions in order that the differences between estimates and final costs can be limited to a minimal amount.” missioner Hodgson was personally checking all the claims made by the railroad. Council had budgetted $200,000 for its share of the King City costs, but those costs are now up to $305,000. When asked about supervision of such projects by Mayor Britnell, Chief Administra- tive Jack Rettie said it was difficult to main- tain control. The region had a project en- gineer, but direct supervision was carried out by the consulting engineering firm._ Polaroid 'So why not give a Polaroid Land camera to someone special this Christmas. Yourself included. And then there’s our Square Shooter 2. Beautiful color pictures in just 60 seconds. For just $34.95*, it has features you’d expect to find in cameras costing almost twice that much. Automatic electronic expoâ€" sure system. Three element lens. An ingenious viewfinder. And with Polaroid’s least expensive square color film, you save up to 25 %* on every shot. Our SO-second color camera. Square Shooter 2. holding the annual service of “Blessing the Crib and the Tree" at 10:30 am De- cember 16. Special music will be featured. At noon on the same day will be the parish Christmas Party â€" an oldâ€"fashioned concert featuring local talent with a variety of skits and recitations and, of course, carol singing. The annual Service of Nine Lessons and congrega- tional carol singing will be held at St. John’s December 23. Dances Oak Ridges Minor Hockey Association is holding a dance December 15 at Our Lady of the Annunciation School Hall, Bond Avenue. Admission is $20 per couple, with bar and evening buffet catered by Pegasus. Favors for t’he ladies will also be in- cluded Advance ticket sale only at 773-5059. ‘All prices at current suggested lint. Film comparilon: T108/T88‘ Correspondent: Mrs. W. G. Jennings Telephone 773-5892 Church News The Afternoon Unit of the UCW will held their regular meeting and Christmas Party at the home of Mrs. John Umehara on Thursday, De- cember 13 at 2:00 pm. Rev. and Mrs. Arthur Thomson will be in charge of the proâ€" gram. and there will be a gift exchange. not to exceed 50 cents. The Afternoon Unit will be guests. All ladies of the congregation are invited. Just another reminder of the White Gift Sunday on Dec. 16. Neighborhood Notes Mrs. Fred Hare has re- turned from an extended tour of the Southwestern United States. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Holtz are enjoying a pre-Christmas Holiday in Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Jennings spent the weekend at the home of their son Emmerson and family in Kingston. Mr. and Mrs. Everett Phil- lips and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Holtz attended the Wesley- Tem-peranceville C o u p l e s Club Christmas Party in Wesley Church on Saturday evening and report that many thanks are due the committee in charge, for a very pleasant and happy evening. Sincere sympathy is ex- tended to Mrs. Ann Hutchin- son in the passing of her sister. Mrs. Maude Robinson, who passed away in Scarboro General Hospital on Decem- ber 5, after a period of ill health. Mrs. Robinson lived with Mrs. Hutchinson for a few years. and we all knew and loved her very much. NEWMARKET: Edward (Ned) Roe, a direct descen- dant of William Roe, one of this town's founding fathers, died on his 89th birthday November 28. Two of his great-grandfathers f o u g 'h t with General Wolfe at the Plaim of Abraham and one became the last British ma- yor of Detroit and the first lawyer in Upper Canada. Mr. Roe’s grandfather. a hero of the War of 1812, is credited with naming this town. Temperanceville News