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S may rer ql. retur. Bree. reckon il rap. fruit e local h cot. ly one RLES ARNT . Thomas. oN NELSON ard' )?? 22 i 0) » The Oakville-Trafalgar Journal folume 1, No. 9. Oakville, Ontario, Thursday, January 22, 1948. 5 cents a copy, $2.00 Per Year in Advance akville, Jan. 20--Miraculously foaping death when struck at Sth Line crossing at 9.59 'R. express No. 731, three employees of the Bren- Construction Company, Ham- , stated driver of the comp- truck Howard Filmore, 21, nbrook, Ont., did not see the in until the truck was on the k. Ernest Richert, 38, Cay- , and Walter Jeffreys, 16, t Hamilton, were the other sengers. ccording to provincial police truck was torn from the chassis and carried 30 feet in a north-westerly direction by the terrific impact. The truck chassis clearing the track accounts for the men escaping with their Lives. This crossing is one at which township and county councils re- quested the CNR. to install warning devices, The Board of Transport Commissioners sent their signal engineer to investi- gate; his recommendation was for a signal-bell gnd flashing red lights. The CNR. have delayed this inslallation by demanding a pub- lic heating before the board is- sues an order, it being their op- inion that "The crossing is re- garded as quite safe in view of all conditions, provided ordinary care is exercised by those using the highway when approaching and passing over the crossing." "This accident is what I have been afraid of all along," said Mayor Alfred Whitaker, who has teen actively trying to have the CNR. change their attitude, is just Cortunate that these men escaped with their lives. This would seem to prove that county and township councils' recom- mendations were correct," he concludec. returns from _question- showed the Recreation ission there were between nd 50 adults in town inter- in Musical Appreciation adhered to their practice, ever possible, of putting ble in touch with existing fa- lites by advising these people ail of the Musical Apprecia- } Group of the Arts and Crafts h meets Thursday nights in When res wl delighted to have [People the commission advis- our activity, present," Miss ec said. "Arts and Crafts hers welcome all Who are in- gsted, anc we hope that even e will come in future." aking of the meeting, St. @liir Low, Commission chairman, | president Canadian Music Corp., said, "It was most uraging. Miss Maybee's in- cticns and discussions were fine as I ever heard. The re- ucer, supplied by Howard e, is as good an instrument » He meetings those musically inclined and ected that interested parties ual fee of $2.0) to be money spent. Jude's Annual Vestry Meeting The annual Vestry meeting of Jude's Anglican church was Monday night in the Parish . Rev. Fred Jackson wel- ed one of the largest turn- § of members in years. ccounts for the year were Bsented by the Wardens, Ralph and Christopher Arm- ong. These showed a satisfac: y condition, being tly in excess of the previous J. Cowan was elected Peo- 'Warden and Christopher trong was appointed Rec- Warden. The church council 948 will be BE. G. Pullen, Wiffen, W. BE. Davis, Page orth, A. H, Lightbourne, to serve with the usual ex- gio members, Lay delegates R. G. Young, three : P. I. Cowan, two years; topher Armstrong, one year. ors: BE. G. Pullen, J. A, Ross. try. clerk, L, H. Cornwall. ordon Brain Made Supervisor OF Rink he Recreation Commission secured the services of Mr. on Brain as supervisor of a Park rink," said St & Low, chairman. "One pur- of the rink was to provide e skating club. at Mr. Brain, whose tele- number is 628 be contac- can arrange for Ausical Appreciation Group At Arts And Crafts Program ALL STAR BANTAMS Dr. Perkins of the Minor Ath- letic Association has invited an Oakville all-star Bantam team to play a Hamilton Bantam team on Friday night at 7 o'clock, at Barton Street arena, prior to the Hamilton "Tiger game that night. Separte School Board Holds First Meeting Should enrollment at St. Mary's Separate school increase along with the rising population to open another room and hire additional teaching staff, W. R. Grammell indicated at the first meeting of the 1948 Separate School Board. Mr, Grammell was re-elected chairman for his sec- on. term in 16 years service on the board. Secretary for the past 18 years, C. J. McDermott reported that the previous year had been com- pleted with a small surplus, the first in many yedrs. He also de- clined a further term of office as secretary, and was replaced by A. A, McDermott. Mr. Andy McDermott was elected trustee by acclamation to replace Albert Regan, who retired after 28 years service, "It is good to see mewcomers to Oakville taking an active in- terest in affairs," commented the chairman, in welcoming Mr. Mec- Dermott to the board. His pre- decessor, Mr. Regan, detailed some early school history during the quarter-century he had ser- ved as trustee. "It probably seems strange in light of to-day's cur- rent high prices and present wage schedules -- which are generally agreed to be low so far as teach- ing is concerned -- but our board had just as much trouble, maybe more, raising funds to finance school operations a couple of de- cades ago, he said, adding: "And at that time we had teach- ers competing for positions at $250 per annum!" Appointments for 1948 inclu- ded: Bas Megaffin, Oakville Rec- reation Commission; J. J. Flah- erty, truant officer; J. W, Wood- cock, High School Area Board; Mrs. K, M. Dennis and Mrs. G. McConvry, Oakville Library Board; Miss Gilmartin, High School entrance board of exam- iners. Messrs. W. R, Grammell, C. J. McDermott, J. J. Flaherty, Char- les Phillips, Basil A, Megaffin and Andy <A. McDermott com- prise the 1948 board. MRS. G. WINNETT'S FATHER DIES Mrs. G. Winnett's father, Ed- ward B, Westwood, died at his late residence, R. R. 1 York Mills on Jan, 17. Funeral was from the A. W. Miles Funeral Chapel on Tuesday afternoon and interment was made in Mount Pleasant cemetery. In addition to Mrs. Winnett, of Oakville it will be necessary |, ROBERT J. WHEELAN FUNERAL ON TUESDAY Burial services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the S. S. Russell Funeral Home for the late Robert James Wheelan, who died Sunday at his residence, 21 Colborne Street. He is survived by his widow, Martha Emily, aad his son, Ivan, Toronto. Inter- ment was made in St. Jude's cemetery. Local Fire Brigade-- Wins Fourth Place In the National Fire Preven- tion contest last year, the Oak- ville Fire Brigade received Hon- orable Mention in the 5,000 tol 10,000 population class in Ont io, placing fourth in this group. This record is most gratifying] and residents should be proud to have such a fine Brigade at their Commuters Meeting On Friday Night 8th Line Scene Of Near Fatal Accident C.N.R. Insist Council Handle Commuter's Complaints - - Mayor J. N. Milne Calls Committee 114th Anniversary Services On Sunday Special services in St. John's United church next Sunday will mark the church's 114th anniver- sary. Reverend Harry Pawson will preach at both morning and evening services, Special choral music will be furnished by the choir at both services, under the leadersnip of Irven Fell. On Thursday evening, Jan. 29, the annual congregational meet- ing will be held in Lusk Hall. A Sanquet will precede the meet- ing. Robert Freestone Passes At Ninety Robert Freestone, lifelong resi- dent of Oakville, died at his late residence, Reynolds Street, on Tuesday «morning, following a. brief illness, in his 91st year. He was educated in Oakville Central school and with his bro- ther, John Freestone and the late James Ford was co-owner of the Oakville Basket Company, Since his retirement from business 34 years ago, Mr. Freestone had made a hobby of gardening and his snowdrops were for years and years the first spring flowers in 0 town. The late Mr, Freestone was a member of St. Jude's Anglican church and was a member of the choir and for 12 years was choir- master. He was for many years bandmaster of Oakville Citizens' band and for some years served on the board of education, In April Mr. and Mrs. Free- stone celebrated their 65th wed- ding anniversary when they re- ceived congratulatory cables from. the King and Queen and a con- gratulatory letter from Right Reverend W. B. Broughall, Bis- hop of Niagara. In his later years he liked to reminesce about the pioneer days of Oakville when it was a busy lake port. He is survived by his widow, the former Emily Bass, two dau- ghters, Daisy at home, Mrs. F. A. Hague, Toronto, and two sons, Charles at home, and Robert, Boston; also by five grandchild- ren and three great-grandchild- service. Ten, "Ticket sales have been excel- lent," said Doug Haig, chairman Lions Food For Britain Fund, speaking of the Lions theatre nights, "Only enough tickets were printed so anyone getting tickets can be sure of a seat at one of the three performances," The local club, in co-operation with other Lions clubs in District A-2 have undertaken to raise funds with three theatre nights at the Gregory Theatre, Jan. 26, 27 and 28. There will also be a Wednesday matinee. Pictures to pe shown, specially selected for the occasion, are ones which are of paticular interest. The Royal Command picture, "Stairway To Heaven," is the main feature, but there will also be a showing of a picture about the life of HRH. Princess Blizabeth. Residents Urged Secure Benefit Theatre Tickets "I might mention that tickets are on sale in most merchant's stores on Colborne St." the chair- man continued. "Of course, all Lions have tickets for sale" He pointed out that the matinee would be on Wednesday, and would be for children and stu- dents only. "The green tickets will be honored at the matinee. There is a possibility that if de- mand for matinee tickets be- comes much greater we may have to hoid another matinee," he ad- ded, once more urging those plan- ning to attend to secure their tickets promptly. "If any group plan a theatre night they can get blocks of tickets direct from me," Mr. Haig said. "We will be glad to arrange to reserve seats for such a party--as long as there is a minimum of 20 persons in a group." TOWN AND THE MAYOR REPORTS By Alfred E. Whitaker I would like to urge all people who have any ideas for, or criti- cisms of the CN.R. commuter trains or other service, to attend the meeting of the Publicity and Industry committee on Friday night. I want to point out that if 'anyone misses the meeting and then has any complaints it will be too late for their complaints to be included with the report the railway are going to make of the meeting. 1 understand this paper in- tends to run a questionnaire in their next issue and I am told that the railway will also survey the results of this questionnaire, but I would point out that it is often more satisfactory to pres- ent your thoughts verbally and in co-operation with other peo- ple. 1 believe this meeting will be very valuable and I hope for a : he Who need additional time." he is survived by his widow and a son and another daughter. large attendance. TOWNSHIP THE REEVE REPORTS By W. H, Biggar 1 have heard of the meeting which Mayor Whitaker has ar- ranged in Oakville for public Residents "I have received the following letter from Mr. N. A. Walford of the CNR. in answer to my let- ter," said Mayor Alfred Whita- er. Your Honor: This will acknowledge receipt of your letter of Jan. 7. I shall Le pleased to be in Oakville on an evening convenient to you to take up the matter of our Tor- onto commuter train service, In view of the fact that this is a subject of interest to your citizens at large, our feeling is that the matter should be taken up officially with the Council, or a special committee. We would further suggest, in the interest of providing the Council or its committee with the fullest information on sub- jects which may be brought up, that we be given the opportunity to note the views expressed and then make a survey of the en- tire matter, which could be pre- sented at a subsequent meeting. = Meeting Friday Night - - All Are Welcome to secure information. Those residents who got in touch with me will be advised of the meet. ing by Mr. Milne." Mr. Whitaker also sald Mr. Milne would advise Mr, Walford to delay his visit and accept the railroad's offer to make a trans- scription of the meeting for sur- vey purposes. COMMUTER'S MEETING "There will be a* meeting of council's Publicity and Industry. committee Friday night, Jan, 28, &t 8.30 o'clock in the town cham- Lers, to discuss the matter of C.N.R. service," announced J. N. Milne, chairman, "This meeting will be open to the public and I would ask that all residents of the district who have any com- pluints or suggestions concerning commuting be present. Incident- ally, while this is a town com. mittee, I feel that residents of the township, many of whom commute, should also be present and expess their views." the Owing to previous business commitments, I would suggest that the meeting be for = evening of the week of . 18. Yours sincerely, (Signed) N. A. Walford, General Superintendent, "As the railroad no longer wish to meet directly with resi- dents, but are asking that an of- ficial committee present the complaints of residents, there is only one thing to do," said the Mayor. "I have placed this mat- ter in the hands of the Pubiicity and Industrial Committee of Council, J. N. Milne, chairman, As there would be nothing to be gained by this committee meet- ing with Mr. Walford before the; know the complaints and sugges- tions which residents want pre- < sented to the railroad, the com- o sired to be put in possession of all facts for presentation to the C.N.R. at a subsequent meeting, Mr. Milne went on to say, "While wooden coaches and more fre- quent service are possibly of moat concern to people at the present time, we feel that all matters should be discussed, whether they concern freight, ex- press, telegraph--in fact all rail- way operations, The chairman pointed out that anyone who did not avail himself of this opportunity could not ex- pect to have later complaints handled. "The railway have ex- pressed their intention of con- ducting o survey based on this meeting, and have promised to report back following this sur- mittee will hold a public meetingvey," he concluded. By Ruth Sargant At the fur show held last week at the King Edward hotel, Don Gibson obtained a fifth in a male mink class. Don was the only Bronte fur breeder competitor this year. Fur breeding has become a sizeable industry in Bronte, Wal- ter Powers introduced mink rals- ing in 1932 and immediately caught the interest of several others in the community, so that at present we have Walter Pow- ers with 90 mink, Cliff Gilliam 75, Andon Patterson 60, Don Gibson 125, Mrs, A. M, Petrie 60, Man Dorland 60, and George Wright 75. Mink raising fs a fussy busi- ness. Cleanliness in pens and preparation of food are essential ir. producing healthy mink. Ani- mals are kept In small, wire- frame pens bullt about two feet from the ground with a straw or hay-filled box about a foot square at one end which acts as a shel- ter from inclement weather and for sleeping. The mink's staple food is a raw hamburg of horse ment, usually ground by the own- er. The animals reproduce on the basis of one litter a year with four being a large litter, Pelting tukes place in the fall with only breeder animals kept on for the of the prob- lems, Many residents of the town- ship commute daily, and I feel that Oakville's invitation to them to attend and participate in this meeting is one that should be taken advantage of by any who are interested. Recently we have heard again of the death and injuries which result when wooden coaches are used snd I feel a large turn-out of Trafalgar Township commu- year, This year the average pelt was auctioned at $18.00. There are a few "Sliver Blue" pelts valued at $85 to $90. Cliff Gillam disposed of his pelts through the Hudson Bay Co, and this week was notified his pelts were well received in London, England. Bronte Raised Furs Find Favour In English Markets --- ee Way between Toronto and Hamil- ton, a trap line similar to those of the north can be successfully operated. George Wright and Cliff Gillam each have a line in the southern part of the town. ship. By license thoy are allowed to trap mink and racoon from the last of November to the end of February. Each spring upwards of two hundred muskrate are caught with spring-type traps, in the marsh, The season, while short is usually fairly lucrative, Walter powers raises foxes al- ong with his mink, This fall ho pelted 24 and kept eight breed- ers for next year, Fox fur was not In great demand this year, the trend being toward short- hafred fur such as mink and muskrat. Mrs. McKim keeps about 200 angora rabbits, These animals are not pelted, but instend, when the fur is long, It ls plucked in tufts with no injury to the rab- bit. The fur is then spun into yarn with a spinning wheel and is commonly known as Angora wool. Each rabbit 1s plucked about every ten weeks and should yield a pound of wool annually. Jean Ellison and her sister, Fran. ces Dawson, have about eighteen rabbits which they manage os hobby. Considering the varieties and quantities of fur produced in Bronte, it is fitting that the Hal ton and Wentworth Fur Breed- ors' Associntion hold their mest~ Ings here. The Association meets the mecond Tuesday of every month in the community hall and this year has as president, Don It is surprising that here, mid- Gibson, ters will be of in this fight to have the railroad do aw- ay with the wooden coaches and fmprove the service which they provide. In the township we are etting more and more residents who must go to work in Toronto. There will be more of these I am sure, and the railroad should be advised of their needs, This meet- to former residents of the FORMER RESIDENTS We will be glad to send complimentary copies of the Journal, for three weeks, anywhere In the world addresses are supplied to us. If the person supplying the name desires, we will he #lad to include thelr name in our covering letter. district whose names and g will provide an for getting the facts to them. railway ©