Richmond Hill Public Library News Index

The Liberal, 12 Jun 1974, p. 19

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Roger Brian Street, son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Street of Georgetown and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Rog- ers. 48 Laverock Avenue, Richmond Hill. is a recent graduate of the University of Guelph. He received an Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics during Convocation held at War Memorial Hall May 22. A resident of Richmond Hill for the past eight years, Mrs. Clarke has just moved to Laverock Avenue from Essex Avenue and before that lived on Lawrence Avenue. The program concluded with a presentation by the Greenborough Community Church Choir conducth by Mrs. Markham Guests were invited for refreshments at the home of Mrs. Markham, 27 Vaughan Road, a delightful end to an enjoyable evening But Vi. who retired from Toronto Area Traffic Facili- ties in 1962. doesn't limit her activities to making Johnny gowns. She serves as trea- surer of the Richmond Hill Senior Citizens’ Club and scorekeeper for the Senior Citizens' Bowling Club. She sews articles for bazaars and sales in this area, purchases and dresses dolls for young patients at Princess Margaret Hospital, and makes aprons, felt and knitted articles for Christmas sales at church bazaars. The highlight of the even- ing was the lending of the talents of teaclrer' and stu- dent in a spirited rendition of a concerto by Rowley by Mrs. Markham and David McCartney fol‘.owed by an organ solo by Mrs. Markham. Senior students presented a diversified program from classical to pnpuiar rendi- tions competently and sensi- tively executed. Pupils of Estelle Markham had their year's end recital June 6 at the Heintzman Building, Don Mills, in the appropriate setting of nu- merous organs and pianos. It was well attended by proud parents and friends who appreciated the perfor- mance reflecting practice and diligence of the students. Congratulations were ex- tended to David McCartney, Jill Tomasson and Julie Markham for their achieve- ments in piano examinations, scholarships and awards. And the younger students displayed extraordinary stage presence in announc- ing their selections and in their reaction to enthusiastic applause from the audience Vi makes the gowns from clean. used men's shirts sup- plied by the Mississauga Council which recognized her 1.000th gown by a bouquet of flowers presented by Presi- dent Howard Thomas and Chairman Ruth Farwell. Com- munity Services. More than 1,000 hospital Johnny gowns for a hospital in Zambia is the record comâ€" piled hy Vi Clarke. 21 retired Bell Employee. “a bundle of energy who never stays still for a moment." She has made the gown for the Mississauga Council. Telephone Pioneers, and they are shipped to Harry and Marjorie Glaves who are working for the United Church of Zambia at Mwandi Hospital. Harry Glaves is a retired Bell emâ€" ployee from the Toronto Area Plant and the Johnny gown project has been in operation for four years. ROGER BRIAN STREET Guelph Graduate The worship service for the people of St. Matthew’s United on Sunday will be held at Camp Richildaca, Kettleby. The congregation, their families and friends will meet at the camp at 9:30 am for pancake breakfast. then proceed to the campfire cir- cle for worship. This will be immediately followed by games and races. Everyone is asked to take along a lunch and a bathing suit. Tickets at $150 per family may be obtained from Unee- ta Joyce 884-4959. The club homes to have a guest speaker at the June 18 meeting in the Lions Hall, Centre Street East. at 8 pm. Visitors are invited. After the business meet~ ing adjourned refreshments were served and Ricky Morse conducted an interest- ing educational forum. Named to the show com- mittee were General Chair- man Norm Belaten. Bourse Chairman Bob Porter. Dis- nlav Chairman Rickv Morse. Exhibit Case Arrangements Brenda Gray. Publicity Stan Clute. June Clarke gave a report on the progress she is mak- ing with preparations for the club’s annual show. The Hillcrest Mall at Yonge Street and Carrville Road would be happy to provide cpace for the show in the fall, she said. A motion was passed to revise the club’s constitution and bylaws and to put them in booklet form along with the club's history. It was noted that two members. Paul Johnson and Don Cole. had won exhibit awards at the Peterboro coin show May 15. The May 21 meeting of Richmond Hill Coin Club featured a varled program. Stan Clute reported on the success of the inter-club meeting hosted by the North York Coin Club. John Foth- eringham delivered a report on tentative plans for the Canadian Young Numisma- tists Association’s autumn show. Next Monday there will he a chance for extra rating points â€"â€"- come and get some. For partners and in- fcrmation phone Marie Cole, 773-4280. On Friday north-south winners Were Bob and Edna Dunn first, Ron Dickie and George Laundry second; East-west the top two coup- les were tied, taking first and second place. They were Phyllis Lennie and Doug Brown and George and Ann Payment. Coin Club On June 6 Richmond Hill United’s afternoon UCW group left by chartered bus for Duclos Point. They were welcomed at the cottage of their hosts, Ruth and Floyd Perkins, dressed in gay matching tropical shirt and =undress. The party enjoyed a deli- cious pot luck lunch to the full. After a fun, old fashion- ed sing song, the shortest business meeting of the year was conducted by President Marjorie Watters, Secretary Elsie Astin and acting Trea- surer Irene Roberts. The lat- ter also reported on the parcels mailed to aid the lepers. Duplicate bridge club winners June 3 were north- south Fred Tierney and Det- laf Ladewig first, Bob and Edna Dunn second; east-west Theresa Tierney and Marg McTavish first, Ruth and Gerry Browning second. On June 5 first were Marg McTavish and Ann Jansen, second Natalie Plattaer and Cora Gillham. It was a perfect day, sit- ting by Lake Simcoe, relax- ing and drinking chilled fruit beverage served by the hosts. Everyone helped make it a delightful occasion. DUPLICATE BRIDGE ‘1‘he adult fellowship of this church is holding a swim-steak-salad party June 14 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Doug Bennett, 160 Rug- gles Avenue. Please call the manse for reservations â€" 884-1831. The rite of infant Baptism was comerred on Shawn Douglas Lhilvers, infant son 01 Mr. and Mrs. ’l‘erry Chilv- ers «nee Barbara Bennett) at the Presbyterian Church Sunday morning. Also at this service the Joyful Sound young people displayed the coloriul banners they have made and explained their Significance to the congrega- tion. Miss Bernice Jullen of u o v e r c o u rt Presbyteri- an Church was the guest so- loist. Former long-time residents of Mill Street, the Berry’s report that they are tho- roughly enjoying life in their new home in SOuth- ampton. The wmter passed quickly with lots of bridge, curling and many new friends in the area. They are now looking forward to a good golfing season, and of course, lots of good reading from the two excellent libra- ries located closeby. V The staff of Richmond Hill Library was delighted to receive a visxt last week lrcm a former colleague, Mrs. Naida Berry, who with her husband, Ray, were in Hamilton to attend the gra- duation of their younger son, Kip from McMaster Univer. sit)’. Cans should have both ends removed, labels remov- ed. Tuck the ends in the can and stomp it flat. Pop cans should be kept separate from food cans. “Craigmore House Of Things", a handcraft and an- tique reproduction store, lo- cated on the east side of Yonge Street, Just south of Oak Ridges. will be selling the work of many talented local craftsmen at its open- ing on June 23. The three partners, Mar- got Crack. Dilys Rubow and Audrey Randall-Smith, have spent a very enjoyable few months meeting and talking to these people and seeing their individual crafts, all of which will be a feature of the store. The Explorers of Rich- mond Hill United are con- tinuing their salvage drive through the summer, to keep tin cans out of the garbage and return them for recycl- ing. The cans may be taken to the church or left at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sanderson. 8 Church Street North. Better still, save the young people a trip and take your cans directly to Crown Cork and Seal. Keele Street south of Maple, just north of Highway 7. “The Liberal" and plan to join in the opening celebra- tions. Look for the announce- ment in next week‘s issue of A gift of appreciation was Dresented to Convenor Deane McVey who will con- tinue as convenor when the club begins a new season in September. The annual meeting of the North York Branch of the Ontario Registered Mu- sic Teachers’ Association was held Sunday at the home of Mrs. Estelle Mark- ham, Vaughan Road who .began her duties as presi- dent for a two-year term. Everyone enjoyed the infor- mal garden setting, and re- freshments were served after the meeting adjourned. The ladies of St. Mary Im- maculate Roman Catholic Marathon Bridge Club sing- les held their closing out party at Summit View Gard- ens Restaurant on the eve- ning of June 5. They enjoy- ed an excellent dinner and prizes were awarded. Win- ners were Sandy Ingram, Marg. Lawlor, Grace O’Bri- en, Catherine Van Wiering- er and Helen Buchanan. Mrs. Shiela Ziedenberg’s grade 6 class at Walter Scott School, Markham Road. is presenting the play, “Oliver Twist" at the school at 7 pm next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets are just 50c for adults and 25c for children with a family maxi- mum of $1.50 Proceeds will go the the Hospital For Sick Children, and everyone is invited. The Richmond Hill Minor Soccer Association’s women's auxiliary is a very active group, working hard to pro- mote soccer for the boys and girls of the community and to see that they have the ne- cessary equipment to carry on. Their next project is to be a garage. sale June 20 at 37 Maralim Road from 7 to 10 pm. This is a free service, but neWS items should be into the office by Monday for inclusion in the cur- rent issue. Address your news to Social Editor Mar- garet Lade, “The Liberal", 10101 Yonge Street, tele- phone 884-8177 or 881- 3401. Your social and club ac- tivities make interesting reading for “It’s Happen- ing in The Hill." Your friends and neighbors like to be kept up to date on vacation news. guests from out-of town, academic achievements and special projects and social events. Since moving to their new homes near Orillia in Feb- ruary, Mr. and Mrs. George De Baeremaker and daugh- ter Jacolyn have been frequ- ent visitors to the Hill. Their last trip to town was for the purpose of attending the wedding 0f their youngest son, Robert, who was mar- ried to Miss Ella Davidson of Richmond Hill in Richvale Bible Chapel on June 1. Most of us look forward to summer, visits from friends, family vacations, weekend trips, working or relaxing in the garden. But some do not. There are lonely people in our community, people for whom the days drag on and on and on. If you have a few free hours to talk to such a person or play cards with them or take them for a walk or a drive, call Helpmate, 884-2727. ill Mr. and Mrs. Bob Whit- itaker cf Pemberton Avenue and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Shropshire of Lucas Street are still reminiscing happily about their two-week trip to Hawaii last month. They vi- rited four of the major is- lands, and highlights inclu- ded the 150 mile motor trip across the island of Hawaii to see the state's largest vol- cano and visits to the Fern Grotto and canyon in the is- land of Kauai. There were numerous other side trips and tours which contributed further to their enjoyment of their holiday‘ ROSE BUSH FIRE A burning rose bush caus- ed $2.000 damage in a fire at H. J. Mills, Limited, 123 Dufferin Lane, June 6, about 11:48 pm. The fire, which was of un- known origin, was reported by an employee who noticed smoke coming from a stor- age area. Much of the damage was caused by water from the automatic sprinkler system. PRINTING FIRE An early-morning fire at Ronalds Federated Graphics, 1481 Yonge Street, destroy- ed 33 rolls of printing paper, weighing 1,340 pounds a piece. A pocket of fuel, which had spilled from one of the cars at the time, burst into flame, but eventually burnt itself out. Accident Is Old ‘ But Fire Is New ‘ It's been more than three months since a CN freight train and a tractor trailer colllded at a private crossing m Richvale, d'erailing the train and causing $1 million damage or more, but the re- percussions linger on, Last week, Richmond Hill Fire Department was called to the scene at Scott Drive and Yonge Street to help ex- tinguish a fire that was a belated result of the mishap. With or pony, J. P’s Little Imp. she won a first prize, two seconds. a third, and one reserve champion- s-hip. She also won ribbons for her pony equitation, pony pleasure and halter and trail riding classes. Her trainer is Barry Bull of 0x- ford Glenn Stabless. Rich- mond Hill. Shari Smith. 12, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Smith, 33A Elgin Mills Road West, cntered the Pinto Horse Show at Vandorf Sunday, her first show, and won nu- merous awards. made up of members of the York R e g" i o n a1 Symphony Orchestra. June 16 starts Senior Ci- thens' Week in Ontario, and on the Monday residents of Country Place Nursing Home on 18th Avenue will be treated to a wine and cheese concert with music provided by a string quartet ‘ RICHMOND HILL MINOR SOCCER ' ASSOCIATION I WOMEN’S AUXILIARY I i JUNE 20th - 7 to 10 PM | 37 MARALIM RD. - RICHMOND HILL “““I“‘I“‘ Any member of Richmond Hill Senior Citizens’ Club wishing to obtain avlittle wooden name badge, contact Mrs. Gra'ce Sayers at 884- 1316. The price is 800. She is sending in an order with- in the next few days. so order now. There will not be another opportunity for some time. Senior Citizens’ Week be- gins Sunday, and an invita- ticn has been extended to all seniors to attend the 10:30 am church service at Rich- mond Hill United, Monday there will be a pet luck luncheon at the club room, 71 Centre Street Eat-t at 12 noon sharp. Have fun! On Thursday there will be a hobby show at the club room. Everyone is invited to attend and show their hob- bies, beginning at 1:30 pm sharp. There will be a trip to Springwater Park. Midhurst Friday, leaving at 9 am. Sa- turday wil be “Fun Day" at the club room beginning at 1:30 pm and all are invited. On June 23, the seniors are invited to attend the 11 am service at St. John’s Baptist. 75 Oxford Street. Anyone requiring transpo- rtation please contact Mr. E. P. Roblin, 884-1726. Tuesday the bus for the trip to Terra Cotta Park leaves at 11 am, and on Wednesday there will be the regular euchre at the club room at 1:30 pm. Afternoon tea. Bonanza Days at Richmond Heights Centre were great days for senior citizens of the community when the seniors were guests of the merchants at three breakfast parties. There was entertain- ment with Wilkie Ranger as master of ceremonies, assis- ted by Mrs. Ranger and Ma- rino Vamm â€" onetime Ca- nadian champion accordio- nist, who could really tickle the ivories. They were join- ed by the inimitable Millie MacKenzie, who rendered her very amusing, “Listen To The Mocking Bird” and other humorous songs. Ran- ger, too, was in fine voice and kept everyone happy with his singing Of Western and other old favorites. There were lucky draws each morning for prizes do- nated by the merchants, and everyone was given a beauti- ful rose. a ticket for a free loaf of bread. a packet of gum and a ticket for a deli- C1 115 cup of coffee and do- nut, all of which added up to three most enjoyable mornings, greatly appreci- ated by the guests. In the short time Miss Medeiros has been operating her shop next to Mister Do- nut, she has found that the works of amateurs are often much more interesting than those offered by manufac- turers and she emphasises that only original works will be accepted for the show â€" Work done from kits will not be considered. Any persons interested in participating in this exciting venture may call Miss Medeiros at Hob- bique, 884-8355. In case of rain on the 22nd, the show gill be postponed to June 9. Nancy Medeiros of Bob- bique, Richmond Heights Centre, is planning an out- door art show for June 22 featuring the works of local artists and craftsmen. Works submitted for display and sale are to be set up in an attractive setting, including floral decorations on the pavement, along the Yonge Street frontage of the cen- tre. Y.C.A.M.R. "500" ’74 ANOTHER $500 ’74 WINNER ‘GARAGE SALE' RICHMOND HILL COMMITTEE ROOMS To give all your garments the personal attention they deserve! WE CLEAN. ALTER and REPAIR . . fin! UNTIL THEY COME OUT LOOKING ALMOST NEW RICHMOND HEIGHTS CENTRE In The “North Mall” â€" 884 We're Not Too Big SAVE YOUR CLEANING TICKETS FOR . . . . . 10,149 YONGE STREET Discount Cleaners TOKEN N0. 125 VIC PRIESTLY AURORA York North Progressive Conservative (Just South of Bad Boy Appliances) STEPHEN B. ROMAN PHONES - trip to Midhurst ‘ am. Sa- Day" at TO ELECT I‘ On May 25 the final mixed :social of the year, a barbe- w cue, was held at the home of \Mary Lyons. It was enjoyed 1by members and their hus- 1bands, a fitting ending to a igefy succesgul year. W 7 Ninth Why. Welcome Wagon Officers for 1974-75 were installed: President Judy Weir, Vice-president Monica Dewar, Secretary Carole Draper, Treasurer Mary Lyons and Extension Officer Hilda Baxter. The program was presen- ted by Joan Hood and Margaret Moon, and the guest speaker was Mrs. Keith Maximum of the wo- men's committee of the Art Gallery of Ontario. A talk about art and the installation of new officers were the main features of the May 22 meeting of Delta Lambda Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi at the home of Donna McPhall, Lucas Street. 884-9242 884-9243 884-9244 Batik is a “resist” method of imparting design in color on natural fabrics with hot beeswax and dye â€" a tech- nique that has been known in Malaya and India for se- veral centuries. The library, on Wright Street just west of Yonge Street, willingly offers space for other collections or disâ€" plays. Please call 884-9288 for information. The June exhibit of local crafts sponsored by the Rich- mond Hill Library has been arranged by Miss Peggy Bar- rett of Harrygan Crescent. Miss Barrett has on display in the library showcase se- veral beautifully designed pieces of batik work combin- ed with an interesting col- lection of small antiques. A postcard from Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Saunders, former- ly of Jefferson. now of Lef- roy, and holidaying in Great Britain. was received Mon- day. From London the Saunders report five days of perfect weather with tempe- rature in the mid-705, with the gardens blooming rio- tously and the food perfect, although prices are a little high. They report conditions in Scotland not as good with strikes and a severe gas shortage. They send their best wishes to all their friends in our area. MOVING HECTIC Mrs 349 @[comwlngue isn’t half so [rs. Joyce Clark l9 Kerswell Dr., Richmond Hill 884-1940 Mrs. Walters Thornhill 881-0917 Mrs. Greer Thornhill 889-3779 CLEANING 884-6171 Now specializing in fancy, assorted sandwich trays. \lso sausage rolls and various cookles, tarts and squares. Many varieties of tea breads are another of our specialties. Please place orders well in advance by phoning Dorothy or Harold Wideman at the Farmhouse - 887-5282. Call Wideman Farmhouse Baking See our many other baked goodies . . . including meat pies. pastries, rolls and muffins at the Thornhill Farmer’s Market, 7509 Yonge St. at Elgin, Thornhill, where we are open every Friday 5 to 9 pm and Saturdays from 7 am. Pre Summer Specials! 30% OFF All PERMS Example: 514 PERM. Now $9.80 etc. I 20% OFF ALL BLEACHING AND STREAKING Example: $18 BLEACH, Now $14.40 etc. Example: $20 STREAK .. Now $16 etc. (offers good until June 20/74) PARTY TIME? ctrrsmmu A year ago he received an award for an essay on “Osteoporosis” which was published in East General’s own local newspaper. The award came from the Picker X-Ray Company. Ray is pictured above following his marriage December 1 to Debbie MacDonald, also of Rich- mond Hill, in Richmond Hill United Church. The couple now live in Toronto. On March 28 he delivered a paper on “Ultra Sound" to a meeting of the central area Ontario Society of Radiological Technicians at Mount Sinai Hospital in Metro and subsequently re- ceived a special award from the Winthrop Pharm- aceutical Company. A grade 12 graduate from Richmond Hill High School, Ray worked for a year at York Central Hospital before entering the course, which will be completed in September. Ray Frank, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Frank. 50 Dufferin Street, Richmond Hill. has won‘ his second award in less than two years in the x-ray technician’s course at Toronto East General Hospital. Accessories . Engines 0 Fuel 0 Dopes . Bat- teries . Balsa o Knives 0 Remote Control Units THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Wednesday, June 12, 1974 19 GIFTS! GIFTS! GIFTS! Humidors 0 Pipe Racks Lighters 0 Accessories Electric Shavers O Etc. HOBBIES and CRAFTS 2 A wards For Groom RICHMOND HEIGHTS CENTRE. RICHMOND HILL STOP 'N SHOP 20 % OFF A BLEACHING STREAKING Hours: Mon. to Fri. 9-9 0 Sat. 9-6 0 Sun. 10-6 $18 BLEACH. $20 STREAK )d until June ’ OF THE A « ' LARGEST SELECTIONS ’ IN THE METRO AREA BRIGHAM o MEDICO G.B.D. 0 PETERSEN o ETC. GIVE HIM A DISCOUNT MARTS Mr. House brings to Hill- crest Mall considerable ex~ pertise having successfully managed four enclosed shop- ping centres in Ontario. The Cadillac Fairview Cor- poration Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of David House as Shopping Centre General Manager of Hillcrest Mall, Richmond Hill, Ontario. Mr. House joined the Cor- poration in October 1973 after many years‘ experience in shopping centre manage- ment and retail merchandis- ing. The management team under Mr. House will be re- :ponsiblo for all operative functions, including Adver- tising and Promotion from pro-opening on. gilllllllllllllllllllllll“ll“lllll“lllllllllll\lll“lllllllllllllllllll‘g APPOINTMENT rumuunmmmlumummnmunmmmmmulmumum» 10088 Yonge St. Richmond Hill 884-5587 the E piano teacher Estelle Markham 884-3787 l’OODLE CLIPPING PET GROOMING ACCESSORIES DAVID ll. HOUSE THE POODLE SCENE 884-6423

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