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ho twin durable ch has e leaf. turdy match. The Oakville-Trafalgar Jou rnal Authorized as Second Class Mail P. 0. Dept,, Ottawa Oakville, Ontario, Thursday, October 21, 1948 5 cents a copy. $2.00 Per Year in Advance. Fol. 1, No. 48 Discuss New | Community Hall Plans Revamped plans for a proposed safalgar township community fal, as presented by Architect William Armstrong, found much vor with council at Monday's ular meeting. With few al- Sitions, members approved Mr, li mstrong's suggestions and in- firucted him to prepare cost esti- ates to be dealt with at a spe- {al meeting to be called shortly. "I believe the structure I have fetched could be put up for ap- oximately $60,000, if interior Becoration is not of an elaborate ature," Mr. Armstrong stated. The plan submitted calls for a fc-storey structure having an Bverall frontage of 136 feet. Pro- ision has been made for council Biambers, township offices, a foyer, an auditorium, and dining oom and kitchen facilities to ficcommodate organizational sup- pers. It was suggested that the building be erected with thé front flevation at an angle to Dundas ighway and Seventh Line, in or- fer that rear parking could be facilitated while presenting the Vote - Work - Give For YOUR Hospital SUPPLY ENTRANCE LY ysitoes® Jy ENTRANCE AMBULANCE ENTRANCE "His Honor Ray Lawson, lie vember 11th," site." announced J. M. Dunwoody, governor of Ontario, will dedicate t chairman of the board, last night. He stated this date had been selected as the day had been proclai ice will mark the opening of the campaign for additional money," he said. Pictured is a view from Reynolds St. entry of the new hospital. be raised by present funds, federal, provincial and municipal grants and public donations. ville, the architect. he Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial hospital on Thursday, No- "The ceremonies will med a public holiday in the town. "The dedication serv- take place at the hospital Rated as a 50-bed unit it is estimated to cost about $450,000 to Sketch is by the office of W. L. Smer- Petrolia Tops Juvenile Oaks In Final Game A stretch drive, which saw. them brush aside stiff opposi- tion from other sections of the province, was nipped at the wire by a single run as Bud Corbett's juvenile Oaks dropped a slender 4-3 decision to Petrolia Saturday to give that town its first On- tario baseball title. Played throughout in a driz- Zling rain, which became a downpour at one 'stage, the game was a heart-breaker for the local youngsters, who had come back: to square the series here last week after losing the opener in Petrolia. Although Wilf Her- bert twirled a steady brand of ball, it was apparent from the outset that the overcast skies had completely obliterated Lady Luck's smile where the Oaks (Continued on page Open New Bronte School Addition Pupils of Bronte public school fost attractive view of the struc. ure to the motoring public. "I feel that, so situated, the hall would offer a fine impres- on of Trafalgar to motorists possing through," commented Reeve W. H. Biggar, Laundry Problems Soot drifting down from the Stock of a neighboring plant's imney is alleged to be lending fi tattle tale gray tinge to clothes- ne arrays, Eighth Line residents harged in a letter to council. Signed by William Rimstead, Mrs. cllie Johnson and H. D. Dahl, fhe letter stated the soot is a prob- fem "on a 24-hour basis, leaves a lm over furniture and walls, on rden produce and flowers, and fs such a nuisance that one can- ot hang out a wash to dry." Councillor R. C. A. Cumber- pnd told council he understood fhe firm in question processed Bhemical preparations. "We have fo smoke by-law at present," he (Continued on Page 10) Journal's New Baby It has been said that the only thing wrong with the machine age is the age of some of the machines -- as many townsfolk have hali oc- casion to attest as they chug- ged about in their vintage vehicles while impatiently awaiting delivery of that gleaming new 1948 model. Members of the Journal staff were this week able to ap- preciate something of the ex- uberance of these residents. A Golding press, on order for many months, finally arrived Thursday. "She's a honey," to quote printer Erland Greene, and will aid us great- ly in providing to a larger group the prompt and effic- _ient service on all types of printing to which our friendly customers have become ac- customed in the past. 0.T.H.S. Grads Receive Diplomas During Annual Commencement Request Ruling From Dept. Of Education Oalcyille-Trafalgar high school Brea board will seek a written uling from the department of ducation on a motion passed During Tuesday night's br the board. The motion stipu- ited that the board refuse to ey fees for any student residing: \ the area who attends an out- Bide school, unless that student's Eplication be submitted to the board and approval granted. | The 'motion followed discussion bl reports that northern Trafal- Bur residents were to have a hearing before the county judge oncerning their expressed wish 0 send their children to Milton high school. "I understand this Bloup has arranged a hearing: before Judge Munro," comment- BU Trustee Dan Pope. "I feel this Poard shouldwt have to pay fees or students attending Milton." 1 don't think we can refuse," id Chatman George Atkins. "lhe act says, I believe, pupils fun attend the school most con- enient to their home. The crux Pl the matter is what school is fe most convenient." Ihe only way to get action is [0 60 right to the department and rl ¢ ruling, stressing the f Jit this thing will come up time ler time," stated Trustee Dr. M. Deans, Trusee session declared the 5 bus passes the homes of students who attend Mil- I have one girl enrolled brother goes to Milton," al W. S. Blake told the Priiose Princip, arg Accident Insurance Blake announced funds de- from a student's council Saturday will go toward curricular activities, par- ean. ¥ financing the rugby pel We hope to institute or po Tk Of accident insurance onon Players," he said. "I am Ha about these athletic 5, which can be very ex- "iSive for parents," Mr. rived J. D. Rozins, M.A.,, Ph.D, was the guest speaker at the annual commencement exercises held last evening in the auditorium' of Oalville-Trafalgar high school George Atkins, chairman of the area board, presided during ar extensive program of presenta tions which saw graduation diplomas awarded to some 20 suc cessful students. Valedictorian for 1948 was Catherine who was awarded the Gertr Lawlor Memorial scholarshij presented by Principal \ Blake. The school glee club, di- rected by H. A. Brearley, con- tributed the musical portion of the program. General proficiency awards went to Shirley Cutmore, who re- ceived the Chapman cup from Miss Ruby Chapman; Aaron Brown, presented with the Oak- ville Lions club prize by Lloyd Hewridge; and Catherine Mc Dermott, Aaron Brown, Betty McFaul, Donald Sullivan and Darlene Graham, who topped their respective forms in the com- petition for form shields. The BA chemical prize, valued at $2: was won by Robert Hitchcox. Members of the 'graduating class were Ruth Abel, Chas. Alex- ander, Ken Chamberlain, Eliza- heth Clarke, Margaret Cleworth, Marion Coates, Joan Doty, Joan Guild, Robert Hitchcox, John Kent, Margaret Lawlor, William Louth, Catherine McDermott, James Munro, John Pickett, John Reiffenstein, Ruth Reiffenstein, Lawrie Smith, and Johanna Wil- liams. Other awards were claimed as follows: White Oak Chapter his- tory prizes; British history--Dar- lene Graham, Herbert La Per; Canadian history--Betty Ann Blake, Irene Winstead; Ancient and Med. history--Robert Allen, Aaron Brown, Jack Sargant; (Continued on page 10) the class o MeDernic Bronte Post Plans Arrangements have been com- pleted by the Bronte-Trafalgar Canadian Legion post for the| holding of bi-monthly dances, first of which will be held shortly. | Proceeds ate devoted to the buil- ding fund for the proposed Lets fon hall. Claim Townsfolk Slow To Accept Postal Delivery SAUNDERS SPEAKS The Chamber of Commerce meeting Thursday, Oct. 28th, in Victoria Hall will be of interest to all citizens, for the guest speaker will be Robert Initial test of Oakville"s new sewage disposal plant will in all likelihood take place within two weeks time, Deputy-Reeve How- ard Litchfield assured town council Monday night. "The pumps have arrived and are being installed at the present time," he stated. "We will be able. to make the first test of the new. facilities shortly, and the plant should be in operation very soon." Commenting that completion of the project should come as welcome news to youth of the town, in that "we'll all be able to swim in the lake next sum- mer", Deputy-Reeve Litchfield deplored juvenile vandalism that has resulted in breakage of many windows at the new plant. "Nearly every pane of glass has been smashed already, and repair: come from the taxpayer's pocket," he said, appealing to parents to stress the seriousness of the situation. Lethargy and Absurdity If ninety per cent of the town's householders number their homes and instal letter slots immediate- ly, postal delivery can commence November 15, Postmaster William Litchfield told council. "If not, inauguration of service will have to wait until next year," he de- clared. "An inspection last week revealed that only 30 per cent are as yet so equipped." Laurie Manell, who undertook the recent survey, charged "the attitude of the town is very lax' where numbering is concerned. "About 55 per cent, at the most, have been in to ascertain their new numbers, in spite of wide publicity," he stated. "Many of our residents still seem to be in the horse-and-buggy era, and at least 25 per cent are so happy about paddling down to the post office every day that they just don't want to change. How you'll alter that attitude is something I can' answer." "There does seem to be a notice- able lethargy on the part of our residents, and I don't think they fully realize what a convenient and important service this can be. I certainly hope the move toward numbering can be given impetus," commented Mayor C. V. Hillmer. "It seems absurd that such a small percentage should want de- livery. Why, we've been talking it for years," asserted Reeve Phil Chambers. Commenting on the suggestion of Town Assessor Percy Spurgeon that numbers could be stencilled on the curbs as a temporary measure to speed i fon of District Deputy G.M. Instals [.O.O.F. Slate D.D.G.M. William T. Adams and his staff, of District 24, last visited Oakville LO.O.F. 132 to officiate at the annual in- stalation of officers. Those who officially took office through the ceremony included Hubert Litchfield, N.G.; William Scade, V.G William Shears, R.S.; Robert Slight, FS. and Harry Allen, Treasurer. Also present for the instalation was Grand Marshal Jamieson, On- tario Grand Lodge; members of Hamilton Crescent and Ex- celsior Lodges, and Mrs. Gwen Hall, district deputy president. with members of Oakville Re- bekah Lodge. week Power Saving Ideas Latest suggestion aimed at curbing the use of power. comes from Ken Hossack, Watson Ave. Mr. Hossack believes that volunteer crews, similar to the fire warden's group organized during the war, should patrol the town nightly. "If a household is burning too many lights, it's easily spotted," he says. word to the wise should be sufficient, and such checks should soon have people on their toes in short order. I'd be glad to volunteer for the tasic" If you have any ideas for cutting consumption, drop a line to The Journal, or call 1298. Announce Conveners "The Teams of canvassers are being lined up by the chairmen of the various committees," cam- paign manager Rusty Cumber- land of the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial hospital drive for funds, said yesterday. It was planned to have everything set in advance of the opening date November 11th, he stated. "In this way we can run a short campaign," he explained. He listed the committee chair- men as follows: Special names, James Gairdner, R. O. Bull, vice- chairm; Retail merchants, E. V. Dynes; Individuals, R. O. Bull, . H. Edwards, co-chairmen; Special names out of town, C. R. Slipp. of the service, Councillor Robert. Hunter declared; "I believe the majority of people are in favor of delivery, and that if we put the question to the town properly it will go through." Remembrance Day Council proclaimed November 11 as a public holiday, following representations made by Clifford Reed on behalf of the Oakville Canadian Legion branch. Mr. Reed pointed out the Dominion government had declared the date a statutory holiday, but had left necessitated power crisis?" Mayor asked H. Roden, committee chairman. "I don't believe industry would care to have a day of absence from work. The town needs the production," Mr. Roden replied. "I feel this should be regarded as a holy day, not a holiday." "If we can't show our reverence for the occasion by declaring a holiday, there is something rad- ically wrong," added Councillor McArthur, suggesting that plans for industry by Hillmer industries the fon to the {dual municipalities. "Would such a holiday interfere with the staggered hours in ance obsery- ance be linked with the dedica- tion ceremony of the Oaleville- Trafalgar Memorial hospital. the | ¢ chairman of the Ontario Hydro - Electric Power commission. There will he a dinner meeting at 6.30 p.m. for members of the Chamber service clubs and other interested groups. Tick- ets will be on sale at the local drug stores. The gen- eral public meeting will com- mence a t 8 p.m. The speaker's topic will be of interest to businessmen and housewives alike, for he will discuss the power short- age in regards to the district. Mrs. Hector Shepherd Buried Here Tuesday Funeral services for Mrs. Hector Shepherd, who died in Oakville Temperary hospital Sun- day, were held Tuesday afternoon from the S. Russell funeral chapel. Rev. C. K. Nicoll offi- ciated. Formerly Shepherd was born Scotland, 43 years ago, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Hay. A resident of Oalville for the past five years, she was a member of Knox Presbyterian church. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are three children, Muriel, 16; Tan, 10; and Doreen, 7. Mrs. Elgin, Mary Hay, in are preparing a special program for the official opening of the new addition to the school, to be . held on Thursday evening, Oc- tober 28. Special speaker will be C. Routley, M.A,, assistant superin- tendent of education for the On- tarlo Department of Education. The school board -has extended a) invitation to all parents and friends to attend the ceremony, which begins at 8 p.m. Henry L. Wethey Dies Suddenly Tues. Henry Lewis Wethey, former banker and esteemed Oakville resident for past eleven years, died suddenly at his Lakeshore Road West residence Tuesday night. Born in Toronto, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry: Coffin Wethey. He was asso- ciated with the Canadian Bank of Commerce for 43 years, serv: ing in branches at Toronto, Win- nipeg and Neepawa, Manitoba. He was manager of the latter branch for 16 years. He took up residence here following his retirement 14 years ago, and toot an active part in Red Cross and victory loan campaigns. He was a member of St. Jude's church. Surviving, addition to widow, are one son, i Harry D. W. Wethe now in Geneva, Switz two daughters, MM Wethey, at home, and Mrs. Alan MacKay (Mary), also of Oakville. Funeral services will be held at 2.30 this afternoon at St. Jude's Church. Palermo Pulchitrude Rates Tops Evelyn Pelletterio Smiles Happily The girl Agricultural Represen- ative J. B. Whitelock refers to "the most popular girl in Hal- ton" is this week modestly a cepting the plaudits of county junior farmers, She is winsome, 20-year-old Evelyn Pelletterio, of Palermo, who was last week crowned dairy queen of Ontario during a black-and-white show held at Brantford under the aus- pices of the Holstein Friesian as- sociation of Canada. Evelyn, who 'loves calves, they're go cute," has the charm- ing personality, knowledge of cattle, and general farming back- ground which made her victory over dairy-maids from all parts of the province a well deserved one, She has been handling cal- ves on her father's farm nearly all her life. As a youngster, she Joined the activities of the Hal- ton Junior Harmers' Association, of which she is now secretary. She is also secretary of the Pal- ermo Junior W. I,, and {8 a mem-= ber of the Milton Calf club, And she sees plenty of calves every work day, for she is an office em- ployee of Frank Hayes Ltd, cut tle exporters, Miss Pelleterio represented Hal- ton junior farmers and the Hal- ton Holstein club at Brantford, Marjorie Winnigins, of Chelten- ham, along with Mildred Hether- ington, St. Catharines, were run- ners-up.