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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER, 24, 194? THE DAILY TIMES-GAZETTE ~~ PAGE SEVEN 'MakePresentation To Ajax Girl Leaving for B.C. H. M. PIPER Ajax, Dec. 22--On Sunday eve- 'ning a farewell presentation was 'made to Miss Gweneth Schell at ithe close of the evening service. . J. Norton presented Gwen with a Hymnary and her many friends are wishing her every suc- cess in her work as a missionary nurse in the United Church mis- sion hospital at Bela Bela, B.C. There was dignity, patriotism and a touch of solemn mourning for the dead in. the dedication of the Veterans' Hall last Wednesday evening. From the opening parade of the colors the service was mov- ing and inspiring. Fathers and mothers "of boys who died in the Great War were warmed and com- forted by the respectful salute to those who gave their lives for their country. Provincial President E. E, Evans of the Canadian Legion gave the formal opening speech, announcing the building open for good citizen- ship and for service to those who survived the two great wars and for the dependants of those who died, His speech was not long, but he lashed out at "Communists who, he said, had infiltrated injo both political parties, into service clubs and even into the Canadian Legion, He cited the recent action ' of the Calgary Branch which had expelled certain members for their allegiance to a foreign idealogy in- stead of to their King and country. The platform was crowded with distinguished visitors who came to pay their respect to the Legion and all it stands for and to congratulate the Ajax Branch on their succ::s in achieving so fine a hall entirely free of debt. As well as President Evans there were Mrs, L. Long, Provincial Vice-President of the Ladies Auxiliary, District Com- - mandér Frank Threadgold, zone commander J. Lovell and several branch presidents. A highlight of the evening was the presentation of a corsage tc Mrs. J. Mills, the retiring president of the Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Mills has been president of the local aux- 'iliary ' sifice' its inauguration aud is retiring now under her doctor orders. Legion members also pre- sented a beautiful table to Presi- dent John Mills as a token of their appreciation of his untiring work for the Legion. could only say "I thank you--I can sdy no more." Mayor Davidson of Whitby, in his brief address said that it was his understanding that eventually the entire plant of the Dunlop Tire and Public Rubber Co. would be moved to Whitby and would employ over 2,000 men and women. Kelly Creighton K.C., M.L.A., of Oshawa said that the future of Ajax had been discussed in top On- tario Government circles, within the past two weeks and that the Pro- vincial Cabinet was intensely in- terested in the village. President Mills acted as chairman of the meeting and saw to it that no speeches were too long. He him- self gave a brief history of the Local Branch and of the gallant struggle to erect their present hall. ""Rey. Carl Swann, Branch Chap- lain pronounced the formal dedi- cation and Mrs. Jean Severs sang "Bless This House." Following the speeches a short concert was held, refreshments served and the floor given over to «dancing. It was a happy evening. One of many pre-Christmas par- ties was held at the Ajax School when the present staff and ex- teachers living in the vicinity gath- ered to celebrate the closing of another school year. Gifts were exchanged around the Christmas tree, the evening was Merry . Christmas! From all of us to all of you, old~fashioned Holiday Greet. ings and cordial compliments of the season! MARCUS CLOTHING STORE Phone 452 125- Brock St. S. Mr. MilS highlighted by games and square dance. Music for the dance was provided by Miss Mary Walsh and her magic violin, Jack Parry and Bill Bunting. The genial Bob Pep- per did an outstanding job as caller- off. Mrs. M. Fisher, Musical Di- rector for the school led the gather- ing in an inspired sing.song of car- 'ols and well-known ballads. During the luncheon period the staff dis- sussed their holiday plans and to all the 'joys and tears of the ast year. Mr. Mark, principal, and his staff thanked the parents and students ] for their co-operation during the school year and wished all the vil- lagers, adult and children, a very Merny Xmas and a Happy New Year. Out of town guests at the Chalm- ers-Schell wedding were Mr. and Mrs. H. Berndt and family of To- ronto, Miss Stelle Sewell R.N., Supt. of Galt General Hospital, Mrs, S. Price of St. Williams, Mrs. A. C. Keyes of Hamilton, Mrs. Wm. Davis of Toronto and Mr. and Mrs. T. Strothers of Brighton and others. Those who were in church on Sunday evening were charmed with the carols by the Jr. choir under the diraction of Miss Mary McRae. Miss Gweneth Schell leaves on Christmas night for her new post as missionary nurse in the United Church Mission Hospital at Bela Bela, B.C. Little Miss Molly Griffith cele- brated her birthday last week with a bang up party, treating her young guests to an afternoon at thie mov- ies, then returning to a table loaded with goodies and individual birth- day cakes. Many more happy 'birth- days to Molly. Here's wishing our friends of the Times-Gazette staff and readers of our column all a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New be Year, WARMN3 ABOUT MOVING Ottawa, Dec. 24--(CP) -- Labor Minister Mitchell warned yesterday in a statement that it was inadvis- able for workers to move from one |§ Brooklin Public School Presents Fine Concert MRS. C. DAVIES Correspondent Breoklin, Dec. 24--The public school concert on Thursday evening was a real treat for parents and friends of the children. With Keith Rudkin as chairman, the following delightful program was presented: 'Christmas Wel- come", Diane Wilson; "Welcome", Billy Asling; "Guess What Day?" by 9 pupils; levely little Dutch folk dance 'by grades 1, 2 and 3; carols, "Away In A Manger" and "Santa Claus Ezoress"; recitations, "My Letter", by Doris Chambers, "Se- crets", by Ann Baldwin, "My Say", by Sally Dingman, "Just Suppose", by Keith Kaine; "A Dear Little Goose", by Jacqueline Cubbage, and "Family Traits", by Jimmie Thom- son. Song, "Good King Wenscelas", Jr: 3 pupils; a number of selections by Rhythm Band of Grs. 1, 2 and 3 pupils. A very amusing play by Room 2, "Pumpkinville Christmas Concert"; a lovely drill, "Alice Blue Gown"; chorus, "Christmas Caval- cade", Room 3 presented the play, "Dress Rehearsal", a gorgeous "Dance of the Fairies", and carols by grades 7 and 8. Mr. Croxall led in a sing- song of carols and the play, "Paul Splits An Atom", concluded a very fine program. The costumes for the drill and dances were worthy of mention, being very lovely indeed, The Sunday School room was packed on Sunday morning for the wonderful open session in which the Christmas story was shown in colored slides, Christmas music and singing of carols. There was a white gift service included, the "gifts" to go to buy food for Britain. The Sunday School entertain- ment will be held on Tuesday even- ing at 8 pum. The annual meeting of the Sun- day School will be held on Monday, Dec. 29, in the evening. "Simply Lovely" was the remark heard on all sides, after the presen- tation of the pageant, "The First GREETINGS! May your Christmas Day be a happy one and may the New Year be a Happy { and Prosperous one for you and yours is the heartfelt wish of the locality to another unless they have |" obtained jobs or unless they have been advised by employment offices that work is available. CHARLES WILSON DIES 'Toronto, Dec. 24--(CP)--Charles Wilson, former President of the To- |* ronto Amateur Baseball Association and the Toronto Amateur Softball Association, died today at the age |} of T2 HERB WILSON & SONS | MEAT MARKET 114 DUNDAS W. ' PHONE 669 117 DUNDAS ST. W. Wishing you a Christmas bright with holly leaves and candlelight; with friendliness and cheer, and joys that last throughout the year. Frank Bowman. & Son { TAXI) WHITBY PHONE 333 A Bright and Cheery Holiday to you All From desert to sea, from earth to heaven,' the spirit of Christmas encircles the world. To each and every one of you--we wish all the joys and happiness Christmastide brings. To all our patrons, we thank you sincerely . .. we look for- ward to serving you even better in '48. W. C. SNELGROVE 103 BROCK S. Druggist & Stationer J WHITBY Christma Rose", on Sunday even- The pageant was given by the young adult class of the Sunday School and told a simple story of the Saviour's birth in a beautiful and impressive way. The choir of "Young Adults" supplied the ac- companying Christmas carols in. cluding a thrilling solo, "Little Town of Bethlehem", by Zora Hol- liday, a double duet and a violin and organ duet, "Star of the East", with Merle Jones and Mrs. Pengel- ly. A spotlight of changing color added charm to the scenes pic- tured. Mrs. Vickery is recuperating in Oshawa Hospital after a narrow es- cape when she was overcome by gas fumes in her home last week. Near. by friends, missing her, entered her home and found her unconscious. She was taken to Oshawa Hospital where she was revived. The fumes were from a coal stove in her home. Miss Ena' Cragg of Highland Park, Ill, spent a few days last week with her sister, Mrs. C. Dav- ies. Mr. and Mrs. V, Parkin spent a Ask Pension at 65 For Veteran Miners Halifax--(CP)-- Unless pensions to veteran coal miners in Nova Sco- tia are raised, those under 70 years of age and thus ineligible for the old-age pension will be faced with privation and even reduced to a state of semi-starvation, members of a committee from the Glace Bay and New Waterford Pensioners Union declared in a letter to Healih: Minister Martin, Pensions of $50 a month to every-. one reaching the age of 65, without a means test, and free medical at-: Seiition to all were asked by the: union day recently visiting relatives in Markham. Merry Christmas, FLY.BY.NIGHT While most people recognize the call of the whippoorwill, few have seen the bird, as._it rarely flies in daytime. everyone! YEAR. 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