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12 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, May 7, 1975r Photo of Local Carpen fer Hanging in Ni.tional Gallery The accompanying photo- ed, "Photographs From the purchased. ed in viewing the permanent graph of local carpenter, Bil Permanent Colection" which Apparently, the photograph collection of photographs at Barr of Prospect Street will hang in the gallery until collection numbers in t e the National Gallery in Bowmanvle is currentl' May 4. thousands, but people rarely Ottawa, it is possible simply hanging in the National This photograph, one of see them. "As far as I know by sending a written request Galler in t he work several of Newton's photos this is the first time, they have to James Borcoman, Curator il Newton, is partwof a owned by the gallery, was exhibited from their perm- of the Photograph Collection, unique exhibition, simply caîl- considered for almost one anent collection," explains National Gallery, Ottawa. year before it was actuillv Mr. Newton If one is interest- ¶The Newcastle Independnt I Editors: Jack and Hazel trago We have to air our problems each week. Somewhere, a sheet of our news must have been misplaced, for we had a parsnip story which topped the record as far as we were concerned. Mrs. F. Cowlard, who resides with Mrs. P.F. LeGresley, reported that she had pulled a 58 inch parsnip. Mr. Reginald LeGresley had measured the vegetable and we wondered if this were a record, good enough for the World Book of Records - like Toronto's C.N.R. tower. While we are writing of records, Mrs. P.F. LeGresley will be one hundred years young this month of May. We are sorry to report the death of Mr. James Baden Powell, at Memorial Hospital, Bowmanville on Friday, May Mrs. Fred Byers visited with her sister, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Misener, Toronto. While there, she attended the fiftieth anniversary service of ManorRond United Church. Two services were held to accommoda te ail the congre- gation and visitors. One minister, who prenched that Sunday had served the church for sixteen years there. Mrs. Olive Howson spent the week-end with her sister-in- law, Mrs. Fred Byers. Sympathy is extended to the relatives and friends of Mr. Roy Burley, Orono. Mr. George Kimball was a bearer at the funeral on Saturday, May 3. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stapleton, Orono, were Satur- day evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Kimball. After the wedding of Miss Dianne Kimball to Mr. Kenneth Birney on Friday evening, May 2, a lovely wedding reception was held at the bride's parents' home, Kimball Cove. About fifty guests were received by Mr. and Mrs. John Kimball. Among the attendants were Mr . nd Mrs. Dan Norton, Mr. and Mrs. Afred Graham, Mr. and Mrs. George Kimball and Mr. and Mrs. Vance Cooper, Oshawa.> On Tuesday, April 29, the Ladies Euchre Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Wood. The April meeting of the Newcastle Horticulture Soci- ety was held at the home of Mrs. Vicki Lesnick. A discus- sion was made concerning the foundation planting of a bed at the gates of Bond Head Cemetery. Plans were made for the May meeting at the Community Hall when the Horticulture Society will en- tertain the Senior Citizens on May 22. Available at the Post Office i a new schedule for bus service to and from Toronto Airport from the Holiday Inn, Oshawa. Mrs. Wes Magill and daugh- ters, Woodstock, were visitors with her mother, Mrs. George Allin recently. Mr. and Mrs. Sydney Fergu- son have returned from a wonderful two-week vacation in Jamaîca. Mrs. Cecil Ferguson recent- ly enjoyed a week's holiday in Toronto. On Thursday, Ma 1, Unit Two of the Unite Church Women met at the home of Mrs. Alec Martin. There were about twenty ladies in atten- dance. The devotional was taken by Mrs. Woods' group, the theme being the Prodigal Son. Following the devotional, the business period was con- ducted. Plans were discussed for the Sunday School Staff supper and other catering. Refreshments were served. Mr. and Mrs. Alec Martin and Gregory spent the week- end with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Martin, Manotick, and atten- ded the wedding of their cousin, Mr. Robert McNeil, Ottawa, on Saturday. - Telephone 987-4201 Mr. and Mrs. Peter Slager, Woodstock were Friday night guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Visser. Misses Dale Powell and Cathy Wright spent the week- end at their respective homes. Mrs. Paul Shetler, Wendy and Lynda and Mrs. Roger Duval, Oshawa, visited Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Powell. Mrs. William Starks, Mrs. Brenton Rickard, and Mrs. Lorne Johnson had a birthday party for Mrs. Pinnegar who celebrated her seventy-ninth birthday at Bowmanville Hos- pital on Sunday, May 4. Other patients in hospital are: Harve Britton, Vernon Calberry, Alex Patterson and Vic Wilson. Besides treating the Senior Citizens, Mrs. J. DeJong cele- brated her birthday with her family. Her twelve grand- children and their mothers were treated at Macdonald's and afternoon swimming at the Civic Auditorium. On the Saturday evening, she enter- tained her own children, their wives and husbands at her home. The Village of Newcastle Fireman are kept busy this spring as usual. On April 30 at 7:23 p.m., they were called out along the C.P.R. railroad near William's Grove Orchards. On Friday, May 2, at 8:29 p.m. there was a grass fire behind the Woodland Products Build- ing. Mr. John Hoar, Toronto was home for the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hoar. Miss Heather Hoar, Toronto, was home on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Pearce, Vicki and Kirk, Beth- any, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank McMullen, Scarborough were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Pearce. Trousseau Tea On Saturday, May 3, Mrs. Murray Paterson held a trousseau tea in honour of her daughter, Mary Grace. Re- ceiving the guests at the door were the bride's mother, the groom's mother, Mrs. Roy Milton, and the bride's grand- mother, Mrs. Howard Toms. The hostesses in the rooms where the gifts and trousseau were ,displayed, were the groom's sister, Miss Cathy Milton, the bride's sister, Miss Ruth Paterson and the bride's cousins, Mrs. Kathy Grant and Misses Jeannette and Susan Wagar. Presiding at the tea table were the bride's aunt, Mary Wallace and the groom's grandmnother, Mrs. Sam Milton. The lunch was served by Jean Wagar, Edna Darling, Mary Garrod, Frances Wrigh t, Evelyn Embley and Kay Powell The Friday Night Mixed Bowling League On Saturday, May 3, the Friday Night Mixed Bowling League finalized their year with a banquet at Rock Haven in Peterborough. The winners of the troph ies were as folMows: The League Trophy by the Hi-Jacks, Brenda and Adrien DeLaat. Klaska and Dici, Budelland, and Larry Pearce; Ladies' High Aver- age, Liz Wiliems; High Triple, Haz el Mây Munro; High Single, Janet McCracken; Men's High Average, Albert Pearce, High Triple, William Call; High Single, Merrill Henry; the Play Off Trophy by he Hotshots, Hazel May M'unro, Marilyn Good, Gladys. Ienry, Ron Good, John Sikma, Pier Sikma. The onsolation prize went to the Rosebuds; Eva Couch, Wilda Simpson, Bob Simpson, Sam Glanville, Fred Glanville and Fred Couch. A door prize, donated by Hooper's Jewel- ers, was won by Ron Munro. The following team represen- tatives were appointed for next year - Hi-Jacks, Larry Pearce; Sugar Jets, Janet McCracken; Misfits, Ron St. Pierre; Underdogs, Margaret Burley; Alle Cats, Liz Wil- lems; Shreddies, Vern Heard; Rosebuds, Sam Glanville; Hot Shots, Gladys Henry. After a few remarks by President Albert Pearce and Bowling Lane Manager Merrill Henry, and the Trea- surer's Report by Stanley Powell, the group returned to the home of Myrte and Albert Pearce for an evening of Progressive Euchre. Wînners of the euchre were: High Lady, Nina Madill; High M an, Ron Good; Low Lady, Ga dys Henry; Low Man, tied, Ron St. Pierre and Fred- Couch. Four baskets of apples donated by John Sikma were won by Terri St. Pierre, Janet McCracken, Bill Call and Bob Simpson. One other door prize was won by Eva Couch. The League is very grateful to Myrtle and Albert for opening up their home. A very enjoyable evening was had by all. St. George's Anglican News On Sunday, May 4, Rev. Robert Hayne administered the rite of baptism to two children, Thomas Richard Spencer and Jason Alvin Currah. The morning service was the Blessing of the Seeds for Rogation Sunday. Ascension Day Service will be held this Thursday, May 8, at 9 a.m. with Holy Commun- ion. On Saturday, May 3, the Rectory grounds had their spring cleaning. Scout Report-by Glen Schmid On Monday night, the Scouts invested Cecil Knapp into their troop. They also nvested Hugh Coutts as a leader. Refreshments were served later. This Thursday, May 8, there will be a Parent and Group Committee Meeting at 8:30 at the Anglican Church Hall. Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Keith Ellis on the death of his mother, Mrs. Percy Ellis, at Campbellford Memorial Hospital on Friday, May 2. On Sunday afternoon, May 3, four generations were present at the christening of Richard Thomas Spencer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Spencer, Jr., Port Hope. Grandfather Ernest Spencer and great grandfather Thomas Spencer, Sr., were also in attendance. About fourteen enjoyed the lunch with great-g randparents, Alecia and Thomas Spencer, after the baptismal. Mr. and Mrs. Balfour Moore spent Wednesday with the Dave Robinson's at Stroud. On Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. George Bowers attended the auction sale of Mr. and Mrs. Zack Adams in Bowmanville. Dinner guests on Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Williams and family were his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clarke Williams, Nestle- ton; Mr. and Mrs. Doug Fallis and family, Bowmanville. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sadler were hosts on Sunday for a family evening dinner. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Ian Scott, Charles and Jenni- fer, Corbyville; Mr. and Mrs. Richard MacKenzie, Claire and Leslie Ann. Mr. and Mrs. Victor Mal colm, Mrs. James Kent and Katrine of Orono; Mr. Lloyd Hunter, Port Perry visited with Mr. and Mrs. Rae Malcolm at Rexdale, on Sun day. Mrs.tCharles Briggs, Toron to spent hast weekend with her sister-in-law, Mrs. Vera Mrund y Mrs. Grahame Fisi visited her unce, Mr.N Rusine Home at Cannington on Sun day ongratulations to Mrs George Scott and Mrs. How ard Lee, too, who receive surprise birthday cakes ox Sunday evening. Mr. and IMr. Walter ÀVIa gill, Janetville had Sunda dinner and supper with Mr and Mrs. Harry McLaughlin Nestleton - 4-H Achievemen Day Achievement Day for Norti Durham 4-H Clubs was held a Grandview School on Satur day, May 3 from 9:30 - 3 p.m Ninety-nine girls from nin clubs were in attendance Bethany had one group, Yel verton one, Salem one, Ennis killen two, Blackstock (Cart wright 4). There were many exquisit and colorful exhibits which th girls had completed during th project "A Touch of Stitch~ ceptionaly fine as each clu gave a skit or gavea commentary on their exhibitt One Club with an Interna tional Flavour, showe embroidery from servera other countries. Congratula fions are extended to Laur Vine and Katie Schmidt wh received county Honours fo having completed 6 Clubs. Mrs. Carl Adams, Mrs Arnold Williams, and Mrs Jos. Wygerde, leaders fror the Nestleton area, as well a. aill other leaders deserv( much creclit for thejLçontinu îng etiorts in assisting thesx young ladies in their forma tive years (teenagers, age from twelve)i Presbyterian Anniversary On Sunday evening, May4 at 7:30 a special anniversary 0 n à service was held in the Legion b anis 1 prsbyterian Church to coon ranc ElectsN memorate one hundred years of cedicated service. Mrf sraFraser, the stu- tM m e s *p M e i dent minister, extended a gracious welcome to the many A Special General Member- elected for the coming Anni- visitors m the congregation, to ship meeting was held in the versary Year are as follows: the choir from St. John s Legion Hall on Sunday, May President Stan. L. Dunn, lst Presbyterian Church, Port 5th, 1975 at 2:00 p.m. for the Vice President Irene Whitney, Reverend Doctor David Hay purpose of electing the Off- 2nd Vice President Jim Fair, of Knox College, Toronto. Dr icers and the Executive Coun- 3rd Vice President Harold Hay is completing thirty year cil of Branch 178 Bowmanville, Kirtley, Secretary Gloria as proffesor at the College. He for the coming term, June lst, Grant, Treasurer Clarence. is Moderator Designate of the 1975 to May 31st, 1976. In 1976 Oke, Executive Council (8 Presbyterian Church in-The Royal Canadian Legion -elected), Ron K. Pingle, Canadaand wihl travel across across Canada will be cele- George Roberts, Robert the country in this officia brating the 50th Anniversary. Price, William Rose, Peter capacity. During the Election many Bathgate, Jim Bruton, H. Bob Dr. Hay in bis opening were returned to office with a Brown, Jack Meachin. remarks, expressed his plea- few new faces receiving the The Offices of Padre, Sgt-At- sure at being present. He also voting support of the members Arms, Service Bureau Officer commended Mr. Fraser for present at the meeting. Those will be appointed by the his fine scholastic achieve-A ment in receiving the distinc - tion of graduating with the H highest marks in his class. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Black- and Mr. Charlie Garrard at Speaking of one hundred burn and Susan, Orono were Memorial Hospital, Bowman- years of achievement Dr. Hay Sunday supper guests of Mr. ville on Sunday evenin delivered an inspiring mes- and Mrs. W. Blackburn and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Siemon, sage. He spoke of the dedica-efamily. Susan and Fred were Sunday tion of the early leaders and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Ashton, dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. compared the strict obser- Toronto, were Sunday supper E.R. Taylor, Enniskillen. vance of the Sabbath to the guests of Mrs. Read. Mrs. Gail Cameron, and present day permissiveness. Mr. and Mrs. Debert Potts, Mrs. Cheryl Traham co- Christians of to-day are more Cornwall, Miss Mary Potts, hosted a miscellaneous out-going in their relationship Toronto, spent the week-end shower for Sybil Graham (a with other denominations. The with Mr. and Mrs. J. Potts and bride to be) held on April 21 at Ecumenical approach was Bill. Haydon Community Centre. commended. He spoke of the Mrs. W. Martin, Hillsdale Haydon Community held a magmaficence and the love of Manor, Oshawa, Mr. and Mrs. miscellaneous shower for Go, a never failing presence. Tom Potts, Charlene and Sybil Graham on Tuesday During the service the Choir Christopher were Sunday sup- evening at the Haydon Com- favoured with several num- - er guests of the- J. Potts, munity Centre. bers with Mrs. Visser and Mr. amily. McNeelie taking the solo Mr. and Mrs. Jim Martyn, portions. . Ajax, were Saturday evening Following this memorable callers at Mr. and Mrs. Arthur service lunch of sandwiches, Trewin's. birthday cake and ice-cream, Mr. and Mrs. David Morrow tea and coffee were served and Alexandra, Willowdale, and a social hour followed. Mr. Fred Castle, West Hill, Elders Mr. Richard Davison, Joy and Charles Loveridge, Mr. George Scott and Mr. Tyrone were Sunday after- Walter McGill officiated in noon callers, at Mr. and Mrs. cutting and serving the cake. A. Trewins. At the morning service, a Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Gar- guest book was dedicated in rard, Barry and Lori were memory of the late Mr. Sunday supper uests of Mrs. Charles Briggs. This was Charlie Garrar The occasion signed by guests who attended Mrs. Alfred Garrard's birth- the evenng service. day. United Church News Mr and Mrs. J. Potts, are You Ca On Sunday, May 4 at spending a few days with Newcastle United Church, relatives in Collingwood. Rev. Thomas Smith preached Mr. and Mrs. Ross Ashton 4-Piece i his first sermon in his series visited Mrs. Harold Wright at titled 'A Brief Halt at Mile 50'. the Oshawa Hospital an Mrs. This sermon 'Three Into One Lloyd Ashton at Memorialfor plus' was a brief history of the Hospital, Bowmanville, on United Church. At 10:30 a.m. Sunday. on Wednesday; June 10, 1925, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Gar- the United Church was born in rard and Mrs. Charlie Gar- Mutual Street Arena in Toron- rard visited Mrs. L. Griffin to. About eight thousand people attended. At this Inaug- ural Service leaders marched Much has been done in-Choice ê behind four banners - the cancer control through educa- Congregational, Presbyter- tion, early diagnosis and ian; Methodist and Union better treatment methods to Churches. reduce suffering, but the Next Sunday, May 11, is battle will not be won until Sunday School Anniversary research has identified the and Mother's Day. - causes and found the cure for ________________________if cancer. This takes time and Fires can be prevented if money. Support the annual parents teach their children fund-raisin campaign of the 23 King St E 62 the dangers of playing with Canadian ancer Society. matches, warns St. John Ambulance Hardwar l Just one day as ye te shosw that wani much $fie roally a Su iako that ou Moff Enghsh de - FINE QUA .I -g Thdihwh o evw h nlann -ewRein e e TLghtweigh for hadvyweh epEle cet Hrkbro mw bi a p e t . a s u g p i l e d i a l , s w iv e l acion nozzle and buit ndicp 4 pc. Corning Ware ib ~thaf empfîes like an ata a no bags to buy. S. Hangs for easy storage. acpnaa -Freeze, cook and serve in the d Feature Price at HOME same dish. Famoùs Corning Ware li qua ty and beauty -includes 32 oz & 48 oz el saucepans od10i 2 9 and covers7 Youve got to believe in H se o HMcGregor Hardwar 95 King St. W. Bowrnanville 6 4, ew Off icers g on Sundiay President and the new Exec- utive and Officers. The Ontario Provincial p'gn- vention of the Canatian Legion will be held in King- ston, Ontario May 18th to May 22nd. Those representing the local Branch at the Conven- tion will be Pres. Stan. L. Dunn, Past Pres. Ed. B. Majer, 1st Vice Pres. Iren' Whitney, Executive Member Bob Price and Comrades Don. Cameron and Bob Hayes. The new Officers and Ex- ecutive will be installed at the General Membership Meeting which will be held on May 29th (Thursday). A joint meeting will be held between the outgoing Officers and the newly elected personnel at the Executive Meeting on Thurs- day, June 12th, 1975. Thanks of the President were given on behalf of the Branch to the following visit- ors Zone F-1 Commander Elect - Luke White, Oshawa, Depùty Zone Commander, F-1 Charles Skelton, Whitby, lst Vice Pres. Branch 43 Oshawa, Paul Hycha, Pres. Fred Stitchman, Bay Ridges also to Comrades, Carson Elliott, Derek Severn and Jim Grant who assisted in the various duties of the election. SShop ýut Dwn? In Buya. Iiesterf ield ronly 4 3 Colors- At DER'S iiture 3-5515 Bowmanm vile I Ken's 24-Hour Towing O.A.A. Road Service 623-3100 Welding and Scrap Pick-Up ATTENTION FARMERS WHY PAY MORE? 5AVE ON PREMIUM QUALITY GAS - DIESEL FUEL MOTOR OIL Prompt Delivery Please Call Collect M OIL WHTBY Dx EC668-33;41 MOTHER'S DAY May 1llth Roses - All Select Grades Arrangements - Special Cutglass Vase Pot Plants - Flowering and Green Plants Cactus Gardens Hanging Planters * Remember Mother JoIowers y gac man 162 King St. East Tel. 623-3365 Bowmanville Bowmanville's First Florist for Over 80 Years