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Tho Ado Tree Press Wednesday Rockwood station changes hands The die Is Thursday morning at a the Rock wood CNR station will be the scene of a formal ceremony when the historic old Railroad building will turned over to its new purchasers The Ontario Electric Railway Historical Association Controversy has reigned through village this past week since news of the sale completion has been made known Ac cording to the C R Mr the station received more controversy than many others which have recently been on the auction block and the cost price was unexpectedly higher than that of previous sales Several letters had been Bent privately to the C ac cording to officials but as neither the Village of or the Township of indicated special interest in the station it was put up for auction a few weeks ago along with other Ontario stations Price The original bidder for the building was that of demolition group and although the Rock wood Ratepayers Association sent in a bid for its purchase it did not top that of the 0 E A It is believed that the price was somewhere In the neighbourhood of although figures have not bee verified by C officials The Ratepayers Association had intended buying the station finding a location and restoring it for prosperity In some ad vantageous usage which would fit needs Recreation Committee had also considered it purchase as possible headquarters for the proposed Golden Age Club in the village Many feel the trustees were amiss In not considering the vintage building as an area museum an Idea which was at least worthy of discussion at a meeting tho township council has been vocally taken to task for lack of foresight In not considering tho purchase as some of the best of Rock wood s historic sites have disappeared the only remnlnlng ones in the district privately owned excepting the two pioneer burying grounds of the Osborne and McCormlck cemeteries located in I ramosa present will take place Thursdny morning SALE OF THE OLD railway station to the railway museum In was announced this week and a Other residents questioned the Watson president of the IS feasibility of requesting the Association icy are township council to intercept the of the opinion the possible sale by sending a letter to Mr cost for and restoration is Still others adamant that It should be kept In the village for posterity and that future feenerations lost another tutorial site which could have twin protected and preserved ceremony will the dissension the township council sees fit to intervene anil got lute a change of ownership Yoaef one of Rockwood most esteemed historians and conservationists of fine old buildings feels that since wc have witnessed no much demolition of older and historical buildings the planned of the restored station in a railway museum setting as proposed by the Ontario I Railway Historical Association for near Is good It wus a way tit life when villagers went to meet the nuil trains or to meet passengers said one resident for Rock wood it has completed for some time I or the people who looked forward to the preservation of tile station In the village It mirks just another removal of past 1 1 entity It was valley ro 1 and the old Harris Mill say many It was that Ik fill No now It the station and what s left grcnnlands which If we not careful will also usupped without any noticeable rumble from our protectorates AINbLFY or Station St a lonK time resident of villnKO who for years enjoy viewing the activity of the station feels thai since the main train the passenger service were slopped the old station mean much to him any Photo by Lorraine Comins and Because they care tho men of the Rockwood Fire Brigade are holding an Earl Benefit Night when a ball game games of chance and a razzle dazzle barbecue will be part of of fun and enjoyment when residents and friends of Earl will have an opportunity to contribute to the fund It has to do with heavy hospital costs and will be a commemoration effort by the men of the brigade who in sharing Earl and his sons Wayne and Brian sadness at losing a wife and mother will also help in relieving the high expenditures of her extended illness Admission will be at the Park gate for the ball game between Fire Department and Centre Inn champions scheduled to start at m There 11 be a fifty fifty draw and tickets arc already being circulated for a minimal and the lucky winner will be awarded his take on the dny of the event So call up a firemen purchase a ticket who knows you may pull in the haul which will make your Christmas list look smaller this year and also make a small contribution towards a great member of the community who is always ready to give of himself and assist anyone else who needs help Mark the date Saturday September and the firemen look for you to make It a success Hey now Friends of Mrs Dorothy Bolton who have missed seeing her around lately should know that for two weeks she has been a patient at the Guelph General Hospital and hospitalization will continue for another two weeks It s traction treatment for a pinched nerve and right now Dorothy is feeling much better in her room 1151 on the Fourth Floor in the new section of the hospital Everyone is pleased to know she is getting well and look forward to a complete recovery It was Birthday time for Mrs Pierce of Station Street last Sunday and she had a special visit with her son Vivian Pierce and his family in Elmira for her important celebration date So it a Happy Birthday to You from all her village friends and the wish that there will be many The Little Theatre is interested in involving new members to Join as actors writers directors or backstage workers If you are a budding young theatrical hopeful but without a home to put vour ambiuon put abilities to work by contacting John at or Ken both of Guelph Male and female roles are available and reading will be held in the Green Room on Tuesday August and Wednesday September 1st at pm for lave Rides the Rails or Will Mall Train Run Tonight ven the tryouts promise to be fun according to the executive and how can you determine If It will be or not unless you try It A preplanned meeting was culminated last Sunday tcrnoon when Carl and Susie Meadows met up with Herb and Saunders at the Hotel in Calgary to enjoy a brief visit from hometown friends The Saunders arc also home again after their western trip A special memorial service at the Cemetery was held recently and Mrs Pierce of Station Street attended with Mr and Mrs Ernest of Oak Ontario Not important He does not feel that thi restoration of the railway station is as Import lint as that or old pioneer homes educational buildings or those of industrial buildings whli contributed to the life or the community Dr Best wins award Best discoverer of Insulin Is one of six Internationally known doctors to he a Award of this year This year awards doctors Involved In insulin rcHcnreh the of the discovery by Heat and Sir Frederick Hunting at the University or Toronto rhc awards foundation was established in 1Q57 by the late James A an ler Best has a farm In TV TOWERS r head Installed UHF hentl Installed of all kind RICHARDSONS TV Appllanoet Main Eait Milton Phone 878 6949 J PUBLIC with its additions cupola was a picturesque building torn down when the modern Centennial School was built Many felt the building should have been preserved Don Hilts Photo Calgary laid out the red carpet for over fire chiefs from all parts of Canada last week and two Rockwood citizens were there to enjoy it Fire Chief Carl Meadows and Susan left by plane last Sunday and Carl began his five day workshop and seminars dealing with various areas of fire fighting and training Speakers films demonstrations and a tour of the new Calgary fire department kept the men attending the course busy while the ladies enjoyed the hospitality afforded which included luncheons visits to Heritage Park the Winter Club on Lake Bonavista and many other points of interest with courtesy cars available for their convenience A get acquainted party was scheduled for the Sunday meeting day and steady rounds of entertainment were planned by the Calgary Fire fighters who hosted the convention Monday was rounded off with an Alberta night Tuesday was a free evening Wednesday afternoon was a planned afternoon trip to Banff topped off by a steak barbecue at the Rafter Six Dude ranch Thursday evening the City of Calgary feted the firemen and their wives to a gala banquet and it was a marvellous affair After the five day session Friday was the wind up and the Meadows returned to Fire Chief of the Rockwood Eramosa brigade feels he learned a great deal on the course and was glad to have had the opportunity to attend Also attending the convenUon was the president of the International Association of Fire Chiefs from the S and another couple from the North West Territories The Bowling Club Executive met last August at the home of Mr Sam on Highway and their enthusiasm ensures full teams for the September opening bowling dote Call the executive members if you want to become a member says secretary Vivian Nightingale and she lists the names to contact of Sam Nyholt Ivy Ritchie and Vivian Nightingale at Although the costs will be slightly higher this year the avid sportsters arc hopeful of a full bouse come September and that everyone will sign up for team girls sideline Moffat Rockwood girls and under defeated Moffat 15 10 last Wednesday night in the third and deciding game of their County Softball playoff series Moffat won the first game 1810 and tied the series with a 17 victory A big factor in the Rockwood victories was the play of shortstop Pauline who robbed Moffat girls of base hits tune after time Ebenezer birthday in weeks news By Mrs Ron McLean The ancient people admired courage They also praised moral courage Take up the sword of the spirit that is Inner courage Work out your own salvation is no finer example of moral courage than the three younc men faced with the burning fiery furnace There is a spirit within you that is ever lasting live knowing that you are born for victory New baby Congratulations to Lloyd and Carol Freeman Lucas on the birth of a son Lloyd Mr and Mrs S Trousdale enjoyed a week trip to Kingston attending a wedding while away Belated greetings to Mr Ed Taylor who now resides at Eden House and who recently celebrated his birthday Choose I am laroait ANDREW MURRAY MOTORS Road N GEORGETOWN ACTON FISH CHIPS BECKERS PHONE open 5 days it week GIVE MOM A BREAK BUY FISH CHIPS We Have The Freshest In Town SHRIMP AND ONION RINGS FISH CHIPS HAMBURGERS DOG ON A STICK HOT DOGS PIECES CHICKEN CKtPS CHEESEBURGERS COLD DRINKS TEA COFFEE We Fry Halibut Only TRY ACTON FISH CHIPS The Taste Will Tell Back to School with TOPPS MILTON PLAZA ERVICEl For Free Pick Up Delivery phone 8782972 SPECIAL OFFER The Canadian International Air Show Sept 3 5 6 at the Canadian National Exhibition pm One of the top three a shows n the wo Id the an Internal A r Show II take place over the water front each afternoon 1 m from Sept to You II see over 100 a re aft to gether from around wo Id n hours of breath tak ng act on n ght p are the famed US Force learn show Ihe best of t format on fly F lets And the U S Army Golden ghis pa a chute team rated as the wo Id s top on lumpers do streamer drop Otters plus on mpress parachute demon on And much much more Pfec on performances by on Forces A Defence Command The worlds largest a rcrafl the mass 350 ton cargo troop transport Lockheed Jet The A F Vulcan Jet Bomber Troop Transport seen lor the first me North The U S A A S Toct Demonslrat on Team copters a Fly Crane and a Cobra An ting wing walk ng act An eve ting on of p on water by tie Onla Depi of Lands and Fo Internal anally famous Scot ay s llful no Schwe So I plane A demons at on of a hand It ly Bros type a aft A World Wo tf and on A Canada And many many more t at tract The a e t go on every day the CNE pav I demon and b fo everyone A rodeo water shows fash on shows reus There are concerts events rock shows and I plays And am and Fun where you f t and you II f I wherever you look the an Nal on Canadian National Exhibition SEPT TORONTO Buildings open on Sundays at I 30pm Stv4Hti1 Mario Plata ilv6iuhK