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Emergency Numbers Hospital 723-2211 Police 725-1183 Fire 725-6574 Oshawa Cimes OSHAWA, ONTARIO, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1964 i Second Section City . and district features. sports and classified advertis- Easter Seal Appeal Planned Plans for the 1965 Easter tario, Peel and York were dis- cussed at an Ontario Society for Crippled Children district meeting in Toronto this week. FOLLOWING THE FINALS OF THE Greater Oshawa Community Chest public speaking contests, Thursday night in the OCVI auditorium, the winners posed with Dr. Charles M. Elliott, director of Public Schools. On the left is Harold Genge, 14 of T. R. Me- Winners of the Junior and Senior Division of the Greater Oshawa Community Chest Pub- lic Speaking Contest were chos- Osh-|en Thursday night at O'Neill Collegiate and Vocational Insti- ite, Harold Genge 14, 475 Milton street, a pupil at T. R. McEwen School, won the Henderson Tro- phy for senions when he urged the audience to forget the prob- lems of conquering the universe Bus System Is Gaining Members of the Oshawa Pub- that, barring adverse factors, the bus system is nearing the break even point. Bus Superintendent Smith reported that during the eight months, ending Aug. 31, the system had a net loss of $21,913.76 compared with a fig- ure of $35,223.28 for the same period of 1963. Total revenue for the eight months of this year was $280,362.81 compared with. $248,168.88 for the same period of last year. Advertising revenue was up approximately $2,000 over the eight month -|chuded sincerity, Ewen School, who won the Henderson Trophy in the sen- ior division. At right is Shel- ley Kahn, 8, of Adelaide Mc- Laughlin School, who won the W. H. Karn Trophy in the junior - division. --Oshawa Times Photo. Public Speaking Winners Decided | until they solve the problems of society's less fortunate. Shelley Kahn, 8, of 795 Glen- cairn avenue, a pupil at Ade- laide McLaughlin School, was chosen winner of the Karn Tro- phy in the junior section. She outlined services of the Child- ren's Aid Society and urged people to realise their duty, as members of society, to such or- ganizations. The three judges were Kiwan- is Club of Oshawa Members William Edwards; William Mar- chand, and Rene Thiebaud. Contestants were judged on subject matter, delivery, and overall impression, which in- enthusiasm, forcefulness and audience ap- peal. The other contestants in the lic Utilities Commission learn-|junior division were: Heather ed at their Thursday meeting|Hicks 331 Linden street, Har- mony Hill School; Brian Davis, 184 King street west, E. A Lovell School and Michael Kalnitsky R e g.|169 Winona drive, Sunset Heights School In the senior division were: Ian Whitsitt, 71 Sunset drive, Sunset Heights School; Janice McLean, 107 Connaught street, Dr. Phillips School, and Rosa- mund Northey, 1210 Cloverdale street, Conant School. The winners will be presented with trophies at Kiwanis Club luncheon in Hotel Genosha next Tuesday. period of last year. It was also reported that 267,600 passengers were carried in September of this year com- pared with 254,061 in September, WOOL PRODUCTION RECORD The current wool production season has broken ail records the world with a to- 1963, tal output of 5,761,000,000 Ibs. aie i SHARON HURST SABINA BERKIS THERE ARE EIGHT en- tries for the annual Miss Red Feather contest to be judged Saturday night at the Get 'ogether Club Dance in Onell Collegiate and Voca- MISS RED FEATHER CONTESTANTS LAURIE McKAY MARILYNN MASSIE tional Institute auditorium. Six of. the girls are pictured above. The 'competition is sponsored by the Greater Osh- awa Community Chest and prizes of luggage. clothes end MARTHA FRANKFURTER : ' egeeriey itt 3 MARGARET DEMOE jewellery will go to winners. In addition to the candidates shown 'above, Molly Johnston and Sue Brockman are seeking the Miss Red Feather title. ? + | Commission, *|day night the local commission also | 'GM Layotf 'Will Idle 11,250 Men | A General Motors spokesman said here this morning 500 more workers were laid off in the Oshawa plants Thursday night ant that indications point to another 2,800 being laid off tonight, "From what we can 'see to- day will pretty well wind up manufacturing work in the plants here,"' he commented. 2,250 TO RETURN Today's lay offs mean that approximately 2,250 workers will return to work Tuesday morning in the Oshawa plants. Included among these will be} workers in the parts and serv-| ice, maintenance, material handling and probably the tool and die departments. Last Friday 4,500 men were laid off. The lay offs this week were: Monday, 250; Tuesday, 1,200; Wednesday, 2,000; Thurs- day, 500. The lay off tonight means that 11,250 workers will be out of work. Because of the United States strike, which resulted in a dis- pute over terms of a new col- lective bangaining agreement, the Oshawa plant lacks parts normally made in the U.S. A company spokesman said there were 13,500 working at the Oshawa plant when layoffs started. OTHER PLANTS Graham Coulter, president of Coulter Manufacturing Co. Ltd., sald today that 20 men had been laid off. 'We expect to lay off more next week," he said, "if the strike continues." The company produces auto hardware with GM as its big- gest consumer,,Mr. Coulter add- ed that 75 layoffs were made when the annual changeover began and that the men had not been recalled. Ontario Steel Products Co. "lTtd., supplier of springs in GM, has laid off less than 10 per |cent of its 100-man work force. \C. J. Loesch, works manager, said today, "if the strike goes on for much longer we may have to lay off more men, but at the moment we are re- arranging production to keep as many as possible at work." Boat Disappears | At Whitby Harbor Whitby Police are still search- ing for a small green boat which mysteriously disappear- ed from Whitby Harbor on Tues- day night. The boat, described as eight feet long with three seats, is the property of Whitby Harbor Mas- ter Dave Ross. It was discovered missing early on W: 'y morning from its launching ramp by tne lakeside, '| Institute auditorium. '|series will be available 4 | office, jand fled on Highway 401. | people who do the right thing. Hart House Orchestra Here Oct. 14 first of its fall and winter series of concerts Wednesday, Oct, 14, in the R. 8. McLaugh- lin Collegiate and Vocational The association's subscription sme the evening of Oct. 14. This allows the subscription holder to attend four concerts, Those desiring tickets for this concert) may secure them at the box The orchestra will be directed Music lovers of Oshawa will] cert Association presents the|/ "y by Boyd Neal. The orchestra, formed in 1954, is a Canadian counterpart of the Boyd Neal Orchestra, The basic group consists of 13 strings and spe- cializes in music of the seven- teenth and eighteenth centuries as well as contemporary music. Their program in Oshawa will include Suite from Alcina by |Handel; Suite for Strings by Mozart; and Concerto Grosso in G minor by Vivaldi. They have included Fantasy and |Allegro by the contemporary |composer Harry. Freedman, This selection was first perform- ed in Brantford in October 1062. The 1064-65 finds the Hart House Orchestra touring ail parts of the province of On- tario performing to audiences of adults and to students of the secondary school and uni-| Escapee Still Free BOWMANVILLE (Staffy)-- A 15-year-old juvenile who es- caped 11 days ago from the On- tario Training School here has not been recaptured, school superintendent John Bain said today. Mr. Bain said he has had "'no word" on the youth's where- abouts although officials be- lieved he would return to fami- bar surroundings in the London area. Two other 15-year-olds and a 16-year-old who escaped but were red, have been in jail ever since. The four boys attacked guard Albert Mundy, In 3 Collisions | An estimated $1,000 damage} was caused in two unconnected | motor accidents at 10.45 p.m.| Thursday at Bloor and Ritson} road. An eastbound car driven by John Arthur Frood, 35, of Con- cession 3, Darlington Township, was involved in a collision with a northbound auto driven by Edward Neil Reid, 34, of Cour- tice. An estimated $200 damage was done to each car, At the same time an east- bound car driven by Adam Hawarko, 47, of 357 Windsor avenue, was involved in a col- lision with an auto driven west by Wayne R. Marchant, of Tyrone, An estimated $300 dam- age was done to the left side and front end of each auto. Stanley Lyon, 56, of 23 Mill street, suffered a bruised left elbow in a two-car accident at the intersection of King street and Oshawa boulevard. Driver of the other vehicle was Jemima Pringle, 71, of 97 Adelaide ave- mue east. of Bowmanville, stole his car Hospital officials said today Mr. Mundy is recovering satis- factorily but could not say when he will be released from hospi- tal. He suffered a broken cheek bone anda concussion. "Face-Lift' Plan Decision In Oct. WHITBY -- There is still no decision on Whitby's long await- ed downtown "face-lift" scheme. The town Chamber of Com- merce, which is sponsoring the project, has yet to hold a meet- ing of the downtown traders. At this meeting, which will be held sometime in the week be- ginning October 19, traders will be asked for a definite 'yes' or 'no' to the scheme. Auto Museum Open Thanksgiving Day Douglas Fisher, general man- ager of the Canadian Automo- tive Museum, 99 Simcoe street south, reported today that the museum will be open on Thanks- giving Day, Monday Oct. 12. The hours of operation for Thanksgiving Day will be 12) noon to 9 p.m. He hoped residents of Oshawa will take. advantage of these hours to give their visiting friends a tour of the Canadian Automotive Museum, Many changes have been made in the displays and ex- hibits in the museum, therefore, a repeat visit will most cer- tainly be enjoyed by anyone who has not visited the Museum THE BENFFITS OF a new ness locations in the city were of the company which pro- the workings of a fire alarm system connecting outlined this week by John duces the system, is shown -- panel to Fire Chief R. the main Fire Hall with busi- Hunter. Mr. Hunter, president above, right, as he explains : a 4 control and --Oshawa Times Photo Damage $12 |Fire Warning System Protects Business Firms The most crucial moments in the life of a fire are its first five minutes. A new fire warn- ing system installed in Oshawa can give the alanm during the first few minutes after the blaze begins. John Hunter, president of the fire prevention company which installed the system, explains that fire trucks can now speed on their way to a fire moments after it begins. The remote alanm system relays warnings by leased telephone lines from the source of the blaze directly to the fire station. LINKED TO PRESSURE cedure. threatens business premises, pressure which results activates our alarm which, in turn, lights up the waming board at head- Mr. Hunter outlined the pro- followed when fire "when a water sprinkler sys- tem is triggered the drop in a oe eee = h made system is a Local Chorus A sweet sound of success float- ed to the ears of 48 members of the Oshawa Chapter of Bar- bershoppers this week when they held a special meeting to Seeks Honors': The C gaining in popularity, Mr. Hunter notes, although its use is much more widespread in the United States. The system is in- stalled on a yearly rental basis, firefighters and Chief R. Hobbs. The quick means quell fires before they to the alarm that firefighters can can grow mediately sounds at prepare for one of the most im- portant competitions they have ever entered. Next month at North Bay, the Oshawa. chorus will compete with dozens of the other groups from across the province to de- cide who represents Ontario in a national competition in Bos- ton, Mass., next June. The Oshawa boys are confi- dent. Said one member: 'Our chorus is singing wonderfully. The sweet sound of success is in our ears." 4 Two members were initiat a hall," Mr, Hunter said. HEAT DETECTION The remote alarm system can also be adapted to operate with heat detection systems, and heat-smoke detection systems. "The system is used mainly in business premises at the mo- ment," Mr. Hunter stated "al- though private houses could also use the service. Schools, church- es, and public buildings would find it an ideal fire prevention system," he added, The remote alarm system meets with the approval of the at the special meeting. They were Alex Arkwright and Frank Burroughs. : Special guests were Robe: Osborne, Arnold Gardner, Barry Thorpe, Don Cross, Harry Toenjes, Wayne Pleau, Dave Harmer, Ray Hatter, Jim Mar- in the past six months. tin, and Don Gavas, classes in English for New Can- adians, which open at Central Oct. 19. are free, Registration day, Oct. 13, at OCCI. CLASSES ARE FREE It was stressed today that the Collegiate Institute, Monday, for the classes will be held Tues- purchased for $21,630.67. The thre Buy Material For Feeder Main The construction of the wes- terly feeder main came a step closer Thursday night when the Oshawa Public Utilities Come - mission accepted the recom- mendation of Gore and Storrie its consulting engineers, and approved the purchase of val- ves and pipe. The purchases are subject to Ontario Municipal Board approval. The total estimated cost of the project is $500,000. Of this amount the valves, will 'cost $14,506.97. Thirty-inch pipe will be purchased at a cost of $237, 690; while 24-inch pipe will be total amount of these e items is $297,752.64. 4 nag If the answer is 'yes' then Whitby's downtown facade is in for a great improvement. Stores and business offices will receive a thorough restoration and paint up. Uf, on the other hand, the answer is 'no', 'then the scheme will crash in ruins, LITTER BIN TALKS CANBERRA (Reuters)--Can- berra's first talking litter bas- ket started talking Thursday, It scolds litterbugs, and 'thanks A hidden man with a micro- phont provides the litter bas- ket's voice through a two-way radio. The suggestion, put forward by HEPC Chairman Ross Strike at a recent meeting of the Eas- tern Ontario Municipal Electric Association in Lindsay, that some commissioners are not pulling their weight and face the possibility of having their work taken over by municipal coun- cils received a mixed reception here this week. E. F. Armstrong, chairman of the Oshawa Public Utilities suggested Thurs- should get the reaction of coun- cil to such a move. . Mayor Lyman Gifford voiced the opinion that the work of the commission would get kicked around worse than ever: if put in the hands of local politicians. "The cream of the city's citi- zens, who were dedicated men. PUC Abolition Said Possible mission over the years," His Worship commented. "It is hard enough to get good men to serve on the council now. I don't know what would happen if council were asked to handle the commission work in addition to what it now does. Most councillors are working men, I don't know what would happen if council were called on to handle this work together with that of the board of. educa- tion as has been suggested in some circles." His Worship congratulated Commissioner Henry. Baldwin on his election as vice-president of the OEMEA. Commissioner Baldwin, who deplored the meagre attendance at the convention business ses- Regimental Sar--""t Major sions in Lindsay, said he did not know whether he was step-| eat as members of this com- ping into a leaking boat. W. Milne, CD receiv. . the best wishes of two old cuinrades in arms when he retires after 36 years of service with the Ontario Regiment. A presen- tation will be made. at the arm-° ories tonight by the Sargeant's ONTARIO REGIMENT VETERAN RECEIVES CONGRATULATIONS Mess. Pictured, from left, are Warrant Officer Second Class J. R, Homes, CD, 35 years' service; R. §. M. Milne; and Warrant Officer Second Class J. Smart, CD, 36 years' ser- vice. -- Oshawa Times Photo > ae