The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

THE OAKVILLE-TRAFALGAR JOURNAL Thursday, May 4, 1 PEOPLE an Encouraged by the success of their community fireworks ex- periment in Trafalgar park last year, a group of westside resi- dents will stage another pyro- technics display on May 24, "We hope to have $100 worth this year," "Bus" the Journal Monday. we pooled our pinwheels and spark- lers and set them off together at the park. The kids, old and young, liked it, and donations are already coming in for this year's pool." Residents who are interested can contact Bus for further information. Mayor J. R. Black was named to the executive body of the Ontario mayors and reeves as- sociation, which concluded its annual conference Saturday. President of the assn. for the current year is Toronto's Hiram McCallum res All Air Force veterans in Oak- ville and district are urged to at- tend the charter night of the lo- cal RCAF. Association at Riverside Lodge next Wednesday evening, May 10. Dinner will be at 6.30. Arrangements are being made to have an executive mem- ber of the Dominion Association address the gathering, and spe- cial Air Force films will be shown. Pra Mr, and Mrs. A. Bruce Colville are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Catherine Margaret, at the Toronto West- ern hospital, Monday, May 1, 1950. His Honour the Lieut.-Gover- nor and Mrs. Ray Lawson are at present in England. The Lieut.- Governor had an audience with His Majesty the King this week. sass Dr. and Mrs. Carlton Green entertained their bowling league associates prior to the dance at the Oakville Club Saturday night. win wn Mrs. Lou Hawke underwent a minor operation in Oalkville-Tra- falgar Memorial Hospital yester- day. eases Mrs, W. S. Blake Western Ontario University Women's Clubs at | London, where she introduced the luncheon speaker, Miss Eve- lyn MacDonald. Tae attended the conference of A. T. Weldon has returned from Florida. sess The Woman's Auxiliary of Oakville-Trafalgar ~~ Memorial Hospital has announced series of garden tours in Oakville on June 15, 16 and 17 to raise funds for the hospital. The gardens to be toured will bo announced lat- er. Tea will be served in the gar- den of Lady Baillie's home. yew Winners of tho euchre spon- sored by Trafalgar Fire Brigade No. 2 were as follows: Ladies 1st. Mildred Reed, 2nd. rs. Jack Orr; Men, 1st, Dave Fitzsim- mons, 2nd. AL Haines. Special prizes, Mrs. Norton, Bessie Smith, T. Doherty, Mr. and Mrs. H, Philip. EEE Forty-two New Canadians who have been taking a course in English and citizenship received their diplomas Monday evening, at a party at the high school sponsored by White Oak and Angela Bruce Chapters, LODE. Diplomas were presented by the teachers, Mr. and Mrs. R. A Hopkins, Bronte. Songs by Joan Thornton and p by Muriel McLeod were much enjoy- ed. The showing of two films and the serving of refreshments rounded out the program cess. Dr. Harry F. MacKendrick of Galt, brother of Col. W. G. Mac- Kendrick, died suddenly at his home on Sunday. He was 84 years of age solos 0 Mr. Eric Sumbler attended the Toronto wedding of his brother this week. "anne At a recent meeting of the Ferro Enamel Corporation, Cleveland, Ohio, Brigadier Wil- frid Mavor, CBE, MC. was elected Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors to replace J. D. Henry, retired. Brigadier Ma- vor, a Scot by birth and a Cana- dian Citizen, has heen associat- ed with the American Corpor tion since 1925 and was Vices President in charge of Foreign i EVENTS Vi hairman of the Board. He ident of Ferro Enamels (Canada) Limited, Oakville and ntly moved with his family from Ottawa to Toronto. Ferro Enamels (Canada) Limited was formed in 1927 and moved from Ottawa to Oakville in 1947, where a modern smelting plant was erected for the production of porcelain enamel and allied products. and Mrs. A. Douglas Ar- were among the guests at of the Mr. mour the Golden Jubilee ball Art Gallery of Toronto. sess The Spring Recital of the Oak- ville Choral Society presented under the sponsorship of the Oakville Arts and Crafts Inc, again demonstrated last night that people who enjoy singing can provide a great deal of fine entertainment for their fellow citizens, Miss Natalie Huska was the special soloist to appear with the choir, which is directed by Trven Fell. "sess Mrs. Alan Macke daughter Elizabeth are relatives in Connecticut creas and Mrs. G. L. Pratt re- by "motor with Mr. and J. James and daughter Margaret after spending some- time in Jamaica and Florida. and visiting esses Mrs. M. neth are London. Ken- in Auden and son visiting relati Mrs, B. M. Kaple is visiting in Attica, Ohijo. ceaen Mr. Page Wadsworth has left for Calgary and expects to be joined by his family in the near future. seen Mrs. H. L. Wethey and Miss Drena Wethey who were spend- ing the winter in Toronto have returned to Oakville, Mrs. - Ralph Wakeley last Thursday attended the formal opening of the 56th Annual Ex- hibition of the Women's Art As- sociation of Hamilton. BRONTE Mrs, John Clemence, and Miss Ada Church- ill, visited in Hamilton on Sun- day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. wm. Simpkins, . Mr. and Mr, Thos. he Bronte and Palermo eve- ning branch of the W.A. Church of the Epiphany were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Canon Smith, Oakville, Peas Congratulations to Alvin and Ruth Elliott on the birth of their baby daughter in the Oakville Hospital, caine The afternoon branch of the W.A. Church -of the Epiphany are holding a cuchre Thursday, May 4, 8 pm. in the new parish hall, Refreshments. Silver col- lection teen. celebrated 2 Diane Scarrow her 16th birthday on May "eens orvices for Frank held Tuesday morn- St. Paul's Church, Power Sts, Toronto, interment being in Mount Hope cemetery. Mr. Liberty 1s survived by four sons, e David, Norman and Leonard Funeral Liberty were ing from Queen and with Teddy Fitzgerald, son of Mr. Mrs Cecll Fitzgerald cele- brated his 5th birthday, Satur- day, April at his home here young friends pr make the party a success. ind were a to Those attending were Paul Eray, Herbie and Dannie McLeod, Mar- IT'S SPRING! Banish Waste Paper An opportunity to pot two birds with the same pebble will be offered town residents Sat- urday, when the Oakville Boy Scouts will hold another paper collection drive. Not only will you be giving the Scouts an opportunity to augment, their funds through the sale of sal- vage paper, but you will also be doing yourself an excellent turn during spring cleaning time by ridding your cellar of a winter's accumulation of old newspapers and cartons. All the Scouts ask is that you tie your bundles securely and leave them at the curb. Work- ing from trucks provided for the occasion, they'll do the rest sometime during the day. garet and David rrow and Kitty Kennedy of Eaganville. CRI Jack Sargant, RM.C., King- ston, is spending a few days at the home of his parents Mr. and G. Sargant, befor leaving to take summer training at Chilliwack, B.C. regular monthly of the W.A. Walton Memorial Church, will be held in the S. S. room, Thurs. May 11 at 2 pm. Devotional will be in charge of Mrs. Livingstone and Mrs. Micks. Refreshments, Mrs. Flumerfelt and Mrs. Norm Gilbert. The West side group of the W.A would like to thank all who donated to the home baking and rummage sale. sess Born on Friday, the Oakville Memorial to Howard and Mary Langton, son meeting April 28, at Hospital a Brown Mrs. Evelyn Law- lor, atended a Guides meeting in Norval, Monday evening of this week. cen. The next meeting of Bronte Horticultural ~~ Society, will be held in Thursday, May 11, in the Anglican Parish Hall at 8 p.m. Mr. Allan Gray of the Parliament buildings, Queers Park, Toronto. There will be an illustrated talk on Chrysanthe- mums. Tt is expected that the premium of Chrysanthemums will be ready at this meeting for entitled members. Special com- petition, Spring Flower Centre Plece, Regular flower show and door prizes. Visitors welcome. sean. Winners of the weekly euchre prizes at the Community Club cuchre held Monday night were as follows. Olive Patterson, Mrs, H. Brewster, Jackie MacDonald, Mr. H. Brewster. won by Mr. W. cee and School having a sale of pro- to be held at their next meeting, Tuesday, May 16 at 8 Bronte Home are The Club duce pam. in the public school. Any do- nations of canned goods, sewing or home-baking will be accepted by Mrs, Wm. Sargant, Mrs. J Osborne, or Mrs. W. J. Hill TRAFALGAR The Palermo WI held its an- nual meeting and election of of- ficers on Thursday, April 27, at the home of Mrs. A. Spencer. "An Idea for next Year's pro- gram" was the roll call The fol- lowing annual reports were giv- en: Secretary's report, Mrs. D. A. Wendover; Treasurer's report, Mrs. Ira Cowan; Citizenship and Education sent by Mrs. M. Dear- ing; Historical Research, prepar- ed by Mrs. A. Cowan; and read by Mrs. A. Spencer; Publici Mrs. H. Proud. This years Dis. trict Annual meeting will be in Georgetown on June 6. Member- ship was renewed in the Oak- ville-Trafalgar Hospital Associa- tion. The new officers for 1950- 51 are: Hon. Pres. Mrs. H. Proud. President (each for 2 months) Mrs. H. Wilson, Mrs. A. Spen- cer, Mrs. I Cowan, Mrs. C. Kingston, Mrs. G. Booth and Mrs. P. King. 1st. Vice-Pres., Mrs. G. Booth. 2nd. Vice-Pres, Mrs. A. Spen- cer. Secretary, Mrs. D. A. Wend- over. Assistant Secretary, Mrs. A. Broughton District Director, Mrs. M Proud; Branch Directors, Mrs W. Hignett, Mrs. C. W. McFeet- J. Gibson, Mrs. E. Hen- M Festival Repre- sentativ Spencer; Aud- itors, Mrs. G. Hamilton and Mrs A. Broughton; District Annual Delegates, Mrs. H. Proud, Mrs A. Spencer, Mrs. I Cowan and Mrs. C. Kingston Mr. tained at his ning last as host w Mrs. The ton earlier in the evening and later went to Mr. McCleary's home. Those present included Mr. Mrs. R. Stewart, Mr. and Ww. Mr. Ronald Mays, Mr. W. Powley, Margaret Tyrrell, Mrs. Vanderlan, Mr. and Mrs. Stensson and Mr. McCleary. Milton McCleary enter- number of his friends home on Saturday eve- sting Mr. McCleary Mrs. R. Stewart and Miss A. Farr ore R. Mason group enjoyed skaing at Mil- and Mrs, Mason, Obituary MRS. MINNIE F. ANDREW After a short illness, Mrs Minnie Freestone Andrew passed away in St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto, on April 22nd. She yeas the daughter of the late John and Mary Freestone, who settled in Oakville in 1859. She was ed- cated in Oakville Public and High Schools and after her mar- riage to the late James T. An- p= moved to Toronto. The late Mrs. Freestone An- drew was a member of the W.C T.U, WMS. and the W.A. of Bedford Park United Church Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Turnbull at Ralph Day's Funeral Home, on April 25th with interment in St. Jude's Cemetery, Oakville Deceased leaves one daughter, Lois, (Mrs. R. S. Maxwell), of Toronto. Location offers SALARY Plus OPPORTUNITY FOR CAPABLE PERSON TO OPERATE Soda Fountain great prospects. COMMISSION Dunn's Drug Store OAKVILLE Personal Interview Only e Canadian Legion, | Branch 114, celebrated the eighth | Pegg, anniversary of their organization at Hall gram of dered by Ross as master of a birthday party at Legion last week. A varied pro- entertainment was ren- the Clarke Brothers and Brown, with Betty Kennedy ceremonies. Guests of the Ladies' Auxil- | included members Can. Legion Auxiliary Holds Eighth Anniversary Celebrati of Bron. Legion Ladies' Auxiliary, gg, Mrs. Tilbe and Mrs ardson of Toronto and Mrs Gill the of Merriton, represen Provincial Command, Mrs. Potter, Brampton, zone r resentative. Mrs. McGill, Mer. | ton won the quilt draw. Affairs prior to his election to Think this stands out? You should see our DRY CLEANING RIVIER'S "Those Careful Cleaners' PHONE 1122 Thur. - Fri. - Sat. LAWLESS NO-MAN'S LAND IN THE WESTWARD PUSH FOR GOLD! EXTRA! Now In One Of His Newest arg and Greatest Roles #8 COLUMBIA PICTURES presents T0024 Ranooirn SCOTT - Jeff Corey - Tom Pawers + Jock O'Mahoney PLUS COLORED CARTOON, NEWS & SHORT 2 COMPLETE SHOWS STARTING 6.45 & 9 p.m. THIS SATURDAY MATINEE & EVERY SATURDAY MATINEE 3 COLORED CARTOONS May 4-5-6 Ginecorop Mon. Wed. HE FOUGHT FOR HIS QUEEN Slashing his sword agai all odds to save a kingdom during history's most Tues. SHOW STARTS 7 P. May 8-9-10 TWO MIGHTY ACTION SHOWS! Extra Colored Cartoon M. LAST SHOW 8.45 Your Friendly Theatre. Phone 635-w MAY 4-5-6 DON'T MISS couldn't keep his mind on his work! or wan JANIS CARTER JAMES GLEASON ADDED COLOR CARTOON & COMEDY Wed. and Yours. Cres Productions. lnc ADDED COLOR CARTOON & SHORT May 10-11 | hat a lot of gi ul this is A IN ii RE