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St. Davide beam: ' all-supporting parish in Beginning in 1947 as the Trethewey mission, a steady growth in attendance prompted a parish meeting on June 10, 1949 and the church was named the Church of St. Davids. On June 19, 1949 the first morning service was held. In I95! the Rev. Hope W. Surdivall was appointed incumbent. The present building, 1798 Lawrence St. W.. was built in 1953 and The students and citizens of Toronto and districts "deserve a medal" for making the United Appeal go over the top with over 1 1 million dollars - a worthy effort indeed. Weston collegiate did the best ever with $2,400! The bazaar at St. Davids was a huge success. When I was there, there were many people milling around looking and buying the various yummies. On the eve of St. Davids 15th anniversary, I would like to tell you a brief history of the church: The story of the Church of St. Davids actually begins in 1923 when the first service was held at Easter in the Hardington community hall. The building still stands at the corner of Harding and Chiswick Avenues. Starting as an inter-denominational sunday school, it became Anglican in 1927 as a Church of England Mission under the supervision of the parish of St. John, Weston. The vicar of St. John took the first communion service in 1927. Services were held regularly from 1927 to 1936. From 1936 to 1947 the mission was inactive but in the later years services were begun again. Bridesmaids Lois Ball and Darlene Simmonds, the bride's sister, wore similar dresses, with matching headpieces, in pink. All carried nosegays of white baby mums and pink rose buds. Maid of honor Janice Topping was gowned in floor-length rose chiffon, with a lace bodice, sleeves and a matching headpiece. She wore a floor-length gown of peau de soie with a lace bodice, sleeves and a train, and a shoulder-length veil of white net caught to a floral lace headpiece. Her bouquet was cymbidiums and white baby mums. The bride, given in marriage by her father, exchanged vows with the groom in a setting of pink gladioli and white mums. ceremony performed recently by Rev. John Robertson in Bonar Presbyterian Church, St. Clarens Ave. and College St., Toronto. Sao-lv/Fame, Carol Elizabethfaaugliter of Mr. and Mm. Harold Simmonds, Dixon Rd., formerly of Coulter Ave., Weston, and William Alan, son of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Williams, Kenning Place, Etobicoke, were united in marriage at a pretty ceremony performed recently by Rev. John Robertson in Bonar The Weston silver band and band-master George Swaddling, performed at a very beautiful Remem- brance service at Westminister United Church on Sunday November IO at the morning worship. Would you please save your used Canadian Postage stamps as the Sunday School (St. Davids) is collecting them for the support of the Korean orphans. There is a box at the back of the church, especially for them. Here is a good hint now that the snowy season is just around the corner. Snow can be a hazard not only to drivers and pedestrians, but to all those, especially older folks who have to shovel it. To make the job easier, try raking instead of shovelling. An ordinary garden rake is surprisingly effective in removing snow. Less effort is required, since no stooping or lifting is involved. Stephen Lee of Simpson Ave., visited his cousin Tom Porter on Nov. 9. Birthday; greetings go to Steve's father Harold Lee, Nov. 19. Our present rector, Rev. Stephen M. Oliver began his ministry at St. Davids in August 1960. The big Santa Claus parade is this Saturday, and right afterward at 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. the children's party in the basement at St. Davids. Remember no church school "on the 17th - everyone is at church on that special combined service. 1956 and Mr. Surdivall was the first rector from April ll, 1956 to February l, 1960. The groom's brother John was best man and ushers were Bob Clemick and Don Simmonds, the bride's brother. Organist Walter Thurston Mr. and Mrs. WILLIAM A. WILLIAMS Well, we have" the Glweriorrariie Weston Times, your are: paper can keep you throat with all the local There is a very good chance that most of you people are a little interested 'in what goes on about you. In fact, I could any that some of you are very concerned about what goes on In your neck of the woodl. It would seem that winter has arrived, that is if a light flurry of snow and frost in the air means anything. Right here is where we should launch into a real sharp commercial for a leading clothier. Ladies, Gents or kiddies would have been quite appropriate. However such is not to be the case. It would appear that these types are "satisfied" with things the way they are. I know you are probably thinking so much for advertising. Sorry that's not the way it's going to be. It just so happens that in our travels we came upon some excellent warm clothing for the winter sports fan. Arlberg Snowmobile Clothing for the family. Whether you like to participate or act as spectator, you will find the special insulated linings in Snowmobile Suits, Boots and Mittens will guarantee all-day warmth and comfort. Drop in and see the selection at the Shell Service Centre, 2291 Keele Street (just south of Lawrence) you'll be glad you did. to earth publicity, a write up on new items being stocked or special lines in for the Christmas Shopper? Give us a call at the Weston Times - phone 241-6606, tell the girsl you are interested in Shoppers Guidelines. The results will amaze you... the rates are reasonable. Still on ’the subject of winter one would think with a climate like ours there would be ample ice around for skating. Be that as it may, on the weekend there will be a display of skating on a sheet of plastic. I am a skeptic too, so I will be there to see it. Check the Towers ed on page 3 for details. The event takes place at the new Jane and Finch Shopping Centre. They now reside in Weston. The groom's mother wore a purple two-piece coat dress with black accessories and a corsage of white orchids. Guests included the bride's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Walden Walpole, Tara, cousins Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Collins, Wiarton and family friends Mr. and Mrs. A. Staynor, Steetsville and Mr. and Mrs. w', A. Simpson, Montreal, Que. and maid of honor Janice Topping (who doubled as Soloist) provided the wedding music. The bride's mother chose a coat dress of deep pink, with black accessories, and wore a corsage By (he way could ”your? busi%ss THE WESTON TIMES They settled in Mount Dennis in 1926 and have resided in Weston for the past 10 years. William and Catherine McVean, Macdonald Ave., Weston, were married in the "parish church of Glasgow" November I, 1918, when Mrs. McVean was 18 years old. Mrs. McVean, born in Greenwich, Scotland, "where the big clock is", came to Canada for a visit shortly after, and her husband arrived about a year later. n Another November “golden wedding couple" who celebrated 50 years of married life recently have dozens of cards, gifts and a plaque from the Ontario government to keep " mementos from relatives, friends and neighbors. HIMâ€"Emmi Compare Our Prices...We Are Not Under Sold , MONTHSJNO INTEREST CHARGE Mr. McVean, born in RECLINER CHAIRS use some good down KITCHEN SUITES CONTINENTAL BEDS Lert,lsi, Help You Furnish Your Home OPEN EVENINGS Tim. 9 P.M. FREE LAYAWAY FREE DELIVERY weekly local newspaper is built around the activities about you, and your area. If this is one of the first papers you have read, take a look through it and pay particular attention to the local news scene. You will note many stories that Will not appear in any other newspaper about your district. In this week’s paper you will find a subscription blank for your convenience. Why not take the time to fill it out and mail it today? This is one way to assure you will receive your copy of the Weston Times, 52 weeks of the year. This will make an excellent Christmas gift to some friend that' has left the area. They will appreciate it, as it is like a letter from home. If you have my new: shout your clubs or groups or anything else that you feel four neighbours would like to hear about, give the Times a cell. It is your are: newspaper, " use it, and mad it. You will find it an excellent source of information and a Iron guide for your shopping needs. If you wish home delivery, this is 3110 very easy to amnge. Just pick up the phone and give John Cronin I call at 249-7641. This you will tind to be a very satisfactory Arrangement. A newspaper is people, people that are interested in your municipality. They report the -1oca1._happeningS, happenings that will not 'appear in any other paper. The large daily papers are concerned with world politics and activities. You very seldom find anything pertaining to your area, unless it is of national importance. Your The fast action Want Ads have been working for the Weston and area residents with great success', " many of you will have to admit. For those of you we have not as yet had the pleasure of serving, why not give us a try. The folks at the Times office take.. a great amount of pride in their paper. They have taken great pains to bring you the latest in news and sports, to bring you up-to-date with your home town activities. the last seven -years and have' aGriitfivGaFiiniJi, you will have to agree with this. 1ypptnings. If you have been a resident of this local for They. have two sons, William, Richmond Hill, and Jack, Scarborough,and two daughters, Mm. Cay Griffin, Rexdale and Mrs. Betty MacKenzie, Richmond Hill, and 10 grandchildren. Thank you neighbors Recently out of hospital, the Mount Dennis resident said she isn't quite as agile as she used to be, but neighbours have helped a great deal in lessening her load. Margaret Green, 82, says she is a lucky woman to have so many fine neighbours. Glasgow, not far trom " wife’: birthplace, worked at Davenport Works of Canadian General Electric Co. until his retirement. 3tg f%eaxa THURSDAY, NOVEMBER to, 1968 Mrs. McVean, who cultivates her summer garden, algo tends her "friendship garden", as Macdonald Ave. residents are quick to point out. To celebrate their “golden day" they dined with their family Friday and ans Monday "had , few of the neighbor women in to see the gifts of tlowers before they fade." Mrs. Green has lived at 14 Chryessa Ave. 52 years. Neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Leach, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Capin, "the people at 41 Chryessa", Miss Holda Grant and Mrs. J. Finch, "have been awfully good to me and deserve a vote of thanks," Mrs. Green said. CHESTERFIELDS DINING ROOM SUITES CARPETS