Brian Winter's Historical Whiïtby- DR. GEORGE CARSON Whitby is a town which, over the years has been the home of many interesting personalities. One such man was Dr. George Alva Carson, a man who was more than jusf~a physician. Dr. Carson was born in Prince Edward County, Ontario, February 13, 1822, and was a descendent of the United Empire Loyalists. Although he went through the usual medical schools, he was described in his lifeiime as being a self-educated man. lin Bylines Hello Again! I have a correction to announce. In last week's column I said that the paper drive was on Saturday May 6. This information is incorrect. The proper date is Saturday May 13.1 had the right date on my calendar, but was confused with other information. I hope everything will be fine. The paper drive is the second Saturday of eyery month. Monday May 8 and Tuésday, May 9 - are the dates for the Hunter Safety Instructoi Course, presented by Carl Sedore. The course takes place at the Lake Vista Club Oshawa. Tiem 7 p.m. through till 10:30 p.m. The course will take both evenings. Don't forget girls, Sunday May 7 is the deadline for entries into the Brooklin Spring Fair Beauty Pagent. All entries must be received by Mrs. Smith by then. So hurry! On the weekend of April 22 the Whitby District Scouts held a composite camp at'Heber Down Conservation Area. Out of 11 troops participating 2nd Brooklin Scouts won first place. The members of the winning patrol were: Paul Van Schyndel, Michael Siciliano, Jeff Gardiner and Michael Pfeiffer. A second patrol alsô from 2nd Brooklin Scouts came in fourth place. The boys on this patrol were, Danny Forbes, Larry Maars and John Andrews. Congratulations to all who participated. Mrs. Anne Vant Slot will speak to the afternoon Group on Tuesday May 9 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m..at the Brooklin Public Library. She will share her recent experiences in Peru with the group and the discussion will focus on women's roles in other countries. All are welcome! On Monday May 8, the Kinsmen will have their regular meeting.If interested in becoming a Kinsmen please contact any of the members for information. Bring the family to the Myrtle Spring Auction on Saturday may 6 in the Myrtle United Church at 12 noon. Bake sale, antiques and lunch are availalbe. have you.something to donate? Check all those forgotten places. Check the garage the basement. Find things you don't use, like clean clothes, books, plants, furniture, tools and on and on. If you have something they'll even pick it up for you. All you have to do is call 655-4003, 655-4704 or 655-4500. See you there! Well thats all the news for this week. Haven't been able to get He first studied medicine at Central Medical College, in Rochester, New York, and graduated at the age of 30 in 1852. He then attended McGill College in Montreal for one year, and subsequently graduated from Victoria College at Cobourg at 1858. He was registered as a member of the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1866. Dr. Carson began practising medicine in 1852 in various Ontario cornmunities, such as Galt and Brampton, and settled down in Whitby in 1858. His name became familiar to many people through patent medicines which he invented and manufactured. It was claimed that his "Liver Tonic and Blood Purifier" was one of the most widely known remedies on the continent. For many years Dr. Carson had an office in the prestigious row houses on Byron Street North, known as "The Terrace." Dr. Carson was a man of many interests and held numerous positions of importance. In the 1870's he became coroner for Ontario County and served in that position for more than 20 years. He was also surgeon of the Grand Trunk Railway and from 1869 to 1879, was a representative on the Medical Council of Physicians and Surgeons. WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, MAY 3,1978, PAGE 7 He served on the Whitby Town Council in 1870-71, and in 1873 was appointed Collector of Customs for Whitby, a position he held for more than 20 years. A devout Methodist, Dr. Carson occupied nearly every office in the church open to laymen, and at the age of 70 he was still active as a class leader, trustee and steward. He was known to give liberally to charitable causes, and it was said he gave one fifth of his income away. As he grew older, he increased his donations to one tenth his annual income. Dr. Carson was active in fraternal societies, being a Mason, a member of the Odd Fellows, the Independent Order of Forresters, and the Sons of Temperance. He married twice, first in 1852 to Miss A. Vanderwoort, of Hastings County, and secondly to Miss A. VanDusen in 1856 The death of his first wife was not the only tragedy of his life. On August 24, 1884, his 25-year-old son Elbert Van Carson drowned at Corbett's Point, a popular picnic spot at the end of Thickson Road- Dr. Carson, despite these tragedies, led an active and varied life. He was even a teacher at the Whitby Collegiate Institute. On March 13, 1910, he died at the age of 88, a respected and well liked member of the community. more as I have been sick - Next week more information. Tuesday, May 9, Hunter Safety Course. Have a nice day. Saturday, May 13, paper drive. HAPPENINGS Wednesday, May 3, Kinettes regular meeting. Saturday, May 6 - Myrtle Spring Auction, Myrtle United Who will not have a penny, neyer shah have many. Church. Marie 655-3061 Monday, May 8, Kinsmen regular meeting. Brown's Drop off Monday, May 8, Hunter Safety Course. Hospitalon TV Cable Television is taking Whitby Psychiatrie Hospital to the community. Through- out April, May and June, Pineridge Cable T.V. in Oshawa-Whitby areas hps *been showing programs on Whitby Psychiatrie Hospital. In May, Dr. Alina Lazor, Child Psychiatrist and Di- rector of the Adolescent Unit will discuss Adolescents in Crisis with Robert Benner, House Leader and Doreen Sjonger, Supervisor, Cottage 5. This program will be seen May 10 at 6:30 p.m. and the following day at 4 p.m. Alayne Metrick will explain the role of the Volunteer seen May 24 at 6:30 p.m. and the following day at 4 p.m. the commemorate Mental Health Week, the first week in May, Bay Ridges Cable T.V. is presenting a series of programs featuring Whitby Psychiatrie Hospital staff and programs. The pro- grams will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday during the first and second week of May. In the Bay Ridges Cable T.V. series, the first pro- gram features Administra- tor Michael O'Keefe, discus- sing the role of Whitby Psy- chiatrie Hospital,, Dr. Usha, Medical Direc- tor, will be discussing Men- tal Illness and its treatment on the second4 program. Some of the members of tfie Scarborough Treatment Team, and active treatment unit, will discuss a fictional patient on the third program. Lasting an hour this third program shows the Treat- ment Team in operation. The fourth program involves Volunteer Co-ordinator Alayne Metrick, discussing Volunteer Services at W.P.H. The final program looks at the Therapeutic Milieu of a ward and Cottage setting with actual filming of Scar- borough Services and Cot- tage 15 and interviews with Head Nurses Ruth Adamcewicz and Sue Roche. Filming at the Hospital includes on location scenes from Scarborough Service, Cottage 16, Occupational Therapy Department, Indus- trial Therapy Department, the Recreational Hall as well as shots of the grounds and buildings. On Canada Hospital Day, May 12, the Cable TV films will be shown at the Oshawa Shopping Ceritre in a booth in the mall between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. <'SOFFIT PANEL Continously vented. Fits any soffit width. Apply directly to framing or over old soffit. $it F md Eveiroughs ALUMINUM SIDING Reduces maintenance & repainting costs. Lightweight. Cuts with hand saw. Cil us for FREE MATES MITCHEB BROTHERS BROOKLIN 655-491 FISHER REFRIGERATION SERVICE LIMITED SUPPLY TWO TON CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONERS $69500 plus installation Repairs to ail makes of freezers, refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers. 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