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Weston Times (1966), 12 Dec 1968, p. 11

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>955-:-:-&:.:~:<¢:¢:-:v:-Maw-cm:-:-:-:-:v:m:-:-:-:-:-:-_:-:-_:-:-_:-:-:-_:-:-§:-§:-:-§:s:-:s:é:s:'osx-:¢-:éwméfimwfis-bifi-ufifififizéfié55::-:-:-;-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-a Mammoth ski sale As far back as the 3rd century BA'., Greeks were sure that the world was round. . THURSDAY. DECEMBER 12, 1968 It will t be held at Centennial Stadium, Centennial Park, Renforth and Ruthbum. Those with skis for sale we requested to bring them to the stadium between IO and I l:30 a.m. For information about the ski sale call Tom Moore; 25 2-3591 or 233-2705. Those attending the opening, including Dr. Ronald Christie, chairman, York board of education, had to cross, the picket lines of. residents of the George Syme area where 42 homes have been expropriated by the board of education to build an addition to George Syme public school. The $2,662,924 modernism trade school with a new approach to the requirements of students, York Humber high school, held it's official opening last Wednesday evening. Tethewey Park United Church is having a skating party for juniors and intermediates on Dec. 13 (Friday). On Saturday Dec. 14 ll a.m. - l p.m. Nursery and Kindergarten Dept. Christmas Party. Also on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. the Primary Department is having a Christmas party for the older boys and girls. On Sunday December 15 at the 9.45 a.m. Worship 'service -- a sermon The Etobicoke Ski Club is sponsoring a mammoth ski exchange Sat., Dec. l4 at 12 noon. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Rickwood are happy to announce the birth of their first son Trevor; Eddy used [to deliver the Weston paper when he was a lad in the Renfield area, and a lot of the folks will know Eddy. His mother and dad now live at 17 Noranda, and have been residents of this area for 3I years. Congratulations! At present 463 students are attending the Grade 9 York Humber is situated on Humber Blvd. near Weston Rd. on a l3-acre site which includes the Borough of York stadium and a large parking area. 'iii..'::.. BRI 'iii. Jk Christmas is not far off now, and to get ready for the event the children between the ages of 5 and 12 years, at St. Davids, are rehearsing in a Nativity Pageant every Saturday morning for weeks. At 7 pm. on Sunday Dec. l5, they will present it in place of the sermon. Everyone is weleome-to tome and see it. HARDINGTON- Modernistic trade school open In the shop areas students may attend courses in commercial subjects, woodworking, upholstery and building trades. The purpose of the program at York Humber is to provide education and training that will satisfy the needs of pupils who will be seeking employment at age 16 V or shortly thereafter and who have successfully completed Grade 8. In the academic area, emphasis is placed on remedial programs in English and mathematics. and 10 program but the school has a potential accommodation of over 550 students states ER. Rutherford, superindentend of York secondary schools. Architects were Abram and lngleson, Contractors; Bennett and Pratt. A Farewell Party was given for Heather Parker by Lee Gowland, 80 Queens Dr. on Dec. 7, which was a Saturday. Heather Parker a former student of Weston collegiate, is now attending St. Mildreds. Joan Harvey of 27 Westchester Ave. gave a surprise party for Rob Moffat on Dec. 6, and invited 20 friends. They had a lively time dancing and playing games, and of course, delicious refreshments and birthday cake afterwards. At Weston collegiate now that exams are all over, the annual Christmas basket drive has started and once again the student council will lead students irt"this very' worthy Cause. The Christmas holidays are a little longer this year, being about 16 days long. "Preparing for Christmas". At 7 p.m. there is a CGIT Vesper Service. Everyone is welcome. NANKINGGARDE YORK HUMBER HIGH RESTAURANT and TAVERN i.-...., Free Delivery On Minimum orders-,....-...] OPEN: Monday to Thursday - 11:30 am. to 1:00 am Friday and Saturday - 11 :30 am. to 2:00 am. ( Sundays - 3:00 pm. to 11 :00 pm. NOW OPEN.' NANKING GARDEN’S new FOUY ucmcm 1664 Islington Av... (At Albion Road) Buckle Featuring a Special Business Mans Luncheon in our dining room " to 4 pm. daily [GIlMlrElIl% ,-...- Take-Out-Sorvico -..r.t CHINESE FOOD AT ITS DESI! t _ Phone 741-5722 Make safety cheeks compulsory Students interested in mechanical subjects can learn auto service, auto body, small appliance repair, drafting and blueprint reading, machine shop and driver training. Luis Aveler: Recendy anointed manager of Singer Company of Canada Ltd., Weston store, Mr. Avelar started with the Singer Company in Weston in 1964 and was liter transferred to the downtown Toronto office. His appointment was effective December 2. a year on The New Democratic automotive spokesman said: "We're killing 1,600 people The foods course includes quantity cooking and baking. Upon graduation students received a certificate of training indicating their area of specialization... Vice principal Robert Rosebrugh said the students attending the two year course come from all This week, Young introduced a bill in the Ontario legislature which calls on the province to require regular mechanical fitness inspections. Compulsory inspection of automobiles twice a year would significantly reduce highway carnage in Ontario says Fred Young, NDP member for Yorkview. the roads of THE WESTON TIMES Young : Usually the student would have t9 repeat Grade IO _to catch up on academic subjects he said. Mr. Rosebrugh related the success of one youth who was allowed to enrole in Grade ll. V Mr. Rosebrugh said that if a student excels in the two years he can continue his education. over the borough and must be at least IS years of use. “It isn't a dud end school" he said, "but helps young people find their way." New Jersey has had state owned and operated vehicle testing stations since the thirties and today has a death rate per 100-million miles of less than half of that of Ontario - 3.5 vs 7.6, Young stated. He has introduced similar bills in previous sessions of the legislature but they have been rejected by the government. Ontario. We're injuring 70,000 and we're doing $75-million worth of property damage". “WV; . q ready to lay. there's no delay . no gooey glues. pastes or cement . no special tools Buy a so Mlargm: Hoof: (iii) GUIlDCRAFl HOOKS f1lli'l'liil'l'li PEELW STICK In just 60 minutes you can cqnvert an average room to a humble, loveab/e Bright New Room with HIGHWAY NO. 7 WOODBRI DOE 851-2231 GUIlDCRAFT HOOKS STOVE Oll ' KEROSENE MINIMUM DELIVERY - 75 gttts. 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