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125th Anniversary Supplement of The Canadian Statesman, October 3, 1979 The Mo(u)rnitng Af ter! The scene above depicts the front door of The Statesman of- fice together with the accoutre- ments and decorations found there 'by Editor Geo. W. James on bis arrivai at 8 o'clock thse morning after the election. Just to bring out the meaning intended by the happy and jubilant wags who re- joiced. that the editor's advocacyý was rejected by thse electorate, the editor himself posed with thse ef- fects in order ta complete thse scernl2 He is shown learing on the chip- ped and weather beaten tomb- Stone, said ta have been taken tram a grave in Bowmanville ce- metery. lI the background is a huge black crepe bow fashioned ta indicate the general schemne of mourning. It will also be seen tîjat the ecitor, with hardened im- munity, grasps the bunch of poi- son ivy, let as a significant bou- quet. The hand supporting the old grey head is just as steady as the calm smile of defeat. The lettering on trie aged head- scone reads: "In Memory of Rich- ard Siemman, who died in March 9, 1871, aged 79 yeal's.' It was al taken in good part by the editor p have other like demonstrations li the pas t. Some time during the following night, in the dark of the moon, the tone was removed, presumably 'bSrthe considerate denionstrators. It is hoped that the late Mr. Siemman sÉtili rests with the easy conscience of an editor who cannot be swerved. from con- sidered principies. H'ardworking Members of Ladies Legion Auxiliary Pictured above are the members .of executive of Vice-Pres.; Mrs. Ed. Rundle, President, Mrs. E Clapp, Mr&w the Ladies' Legion Auxiliary taken prior to the Burns' G. Palmer, Past President; Mrs. W. Murphy, Miss Eieen Supper held in the Legion Hall Saturday night. The Aux- Large, Mrs. J. Humphrey, Treasurer; Miss Rose Bate, Zone iliary were noot only responsible for an excellent meal but Commander, and Mrs. W. Lawrie. Missing at the time this also provided the timely and artistic decorations throughout photo was taken are Mrs. W. Wallace, Assat. Treasurer; Mr. the hall. From lef t to ight they are: Mrs. J. Coyle, Secre- Roland Cale, Mrs. S. Preston and Mrs. E. Willatts. tary; Mrs. A. Fletcher, 2nd Vice-Pres.; Mrs. Ivt erris, lst March of Dimes Canvassers - 1964 This year's March of Dimes campaign will be held here on Monday, February 3rd under the sponsorship of the Bowmanville Kinette Club. Members of the campaign committee are Mrs. Barbara Master, Mrs. Gladys Stutt, Mrs. Jean Collacutt, Mrs. Gloria Cooke, Mrs. Jean Williams, chairffian. Prepare for 1964 Heart Campaign At a dinner meeting of the local Chapter of the Heart Foundation held last week at St, Andrew 's Church, among those pi were Dr. A. Syli Len Lucas, Rev. Swan and Mrs. Dippeil. Plans discussed for campaign to bE February 17th. Rickaby's "Big 20" Changes Hands One of Bowmanville's oldest retail stores, Rickaby's Big 20, will have a new owner on February lst, 1964. He is George Webster, son-in- law of Mr. and Mrs. "Rick" Rickaby, the present owners. George cornes from Port Credit. He served four years as a pilot with the RCAF during the war. In 1952 he re-enlisted in the RCAF as a flying instructor until 1956. George and his wife Joan, live on Concession Street with their two daughters Jan and Karen. Plans Big Day for ýresent Arena Opening vestent Keith Jackson andi esrLorne Doreen are R. F. behind the effort to wereia make this special event, hedcesul Dollar Days snponsored by the Chamber of Commerce Awardp.d D.S.O. Major W.G. James, D.S.O. "During the period, May, lst, 1944, until the cease-fireý order, Major William George, James led a tank squadron in action. In Holland during the: attack, Major James led his. squadron, l4th- .ýanadian, Armoured Regiment, withý such skill that the enemy, defences were completely, avoided and by-passed. " "This was only possible dueý to careful foot reconnaissance: by this officer under heavy, sheil and mortar fire. This squadron was engaged in veryý bitter fighting and, in ait engagements Major James, personally led his men, showing great gallantry and. complete disregard for his own safety." ___ InStop With Today's Chidren: What do we have ai The ameteIls you that we stock toys, but did you know that we also stock: PUZZLES- f rom 8to 4,000 pieces. You' re sure tfi nd one for1w you. BOOKS -W e always have a large selediiîon of activity books, plus childen's reading books: ÏPARTrY FAVORS- Invitations, boot bags, cand les, Ïý1 favors and ail your party needs. MODELS- Trucks, cars, spaceships for the olde'r child on your gift list. RECORDS- We have a large selection of childreny s records, including read-a-long records. plus. ~1mM Balsa Wood - Stamp Suppîlýes - oin Books you care. . Corne int 29 King St. E. Bowmanviile Telephone 623-5747 Now open Wednesday until 5:00 For the finest in Quality Jewel le ry -Watches by Seiko - Pulsar - Bu lova, -Timex Our family-operated business has been part of Bowmanville since 1945 From the Hooper famiy. . to the James family Happy 125th Anniversary. Mllli RIEMM - 1 : 1 i i:ý ; i