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l f, � i v . ..// -�-�.-z.-�v�. Mrs. Fred Madill Claremont resident since 1909 One of Claremont's longest residents, Mrs. Fred Madill, passed away in Scarboro Centenary Hospital, Sunday, Feb. 29, 1976, after a short illness. She was in her 89th year. Mable Bunker and Fred Madill were married in Claremont in May, 1909; they farmed on the 7th Concession until they moved into the village in 1961. For their many years together Mr. and Mrs. Madill were very respected and popular with their neigh- bors and friends, and all those with whom they came in contact. Mrs. Madill is sur- vived by two sons Ken- neth of Marmora and Ross of Stouffville; one sister, Mrs. Mac Pat- terson of Markham; four brothers, Clarke of Stouffville, Harvey and Thomas of Markham and Lorne of Newmarket; five grandchilren, Mrs. Fay Graves of Oshawa; Darlene (Mrs. Hiram Harmon) of Altona ; Bonny (Mrs. Ronald Hare) and Wayne and Neal Madill of Marmora; six great-grandchilren, Jeffrey, Deanna and Scott Graves; Michele and Terri Hare and Debra Madill. Deceased are two sisters, Rachel and. The sudden death of Bill Devitt in Branson Hospital on Sunday, June 27, shocked his many Claremont friends. Only recently he and his father, former residents of the village, were at the Legion Hall where they unen came to spenu a pleasant evening. William Frederick Florence and two= brothers, Archie and Norman. Due to the bad storm, funeral services which were to be held in the McEachnie Funeral Chaple on March 3, had to be postponed until Friday, March 5, at 11 a.m., with the Rev. F. A. Luck of Claremont Baptist Church of- ficiating. The pallbearers were Clifford Reynolds, Martin Gall, Jack Mit- chell, Russell Gostick, Frank Barclay and Hugh Miller. Interment was in Brougham Cemetery The new minister, Rev. Edward V. Cook of Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, who is succeeding the Rev. E. S. Linstead, will conduct services in the Baptist Church during the month of August ' A group of old friends who met for lunch last week at the home of Annie Porter, included, Clara Neil; Veta (Stephenson) Jackson; Mabel ( McLellan) Un- derhill; Isabel (Sargent) Burkholder; Clara Carson and Georgina Forsvth. CLAREMONT — We are sorry to hear of the recent death of Frank Hutchings, a long-time resident of Claremont. Our sympathy goes to his three daughters; Bessie (Mrs. P. M. Thompson) of Toronto; Meta (Mrs. J. Dietze) of Scarboro; Elsie (Mrs. E. Smith) of Burlington, and one son, Charles of Pickering. One must also mention Ruth Hutchings of Marham who gave so much of her time, and was so kind and attentive to her uncle. Mr. Hutchings lived alone in his home for several years after the death of his wife. He was busy in his garden, loved to visit with his neigh- bors, and took great care of his old cat of which he was very fond. But, finally, Puss passed on and the years took their toll. Mr. Hutchings sold his house and took up residence in Fairview Lodge where he was happy and content. A slight stroke a couple of months ago confined him to intensive care; he was convalescing very well until a second stroke was too much for his heart to carry. The Rev. E. S. Linstead of the United Church officiated at the Funeral Service in the Dixon Garland Funeral Home in the absence of the Rev. F." A. Luck of the Baptist Church of which Mr. Hutchings was a member. Interment was in Erskine Cemetery. Devitt passed away in his sons, Wayne and Jeffrey 51st year. He is survived two daughters, Dianne by his wife Margaret; two and Cheryl; one sister, Tuesday_ evening of mot week a miscellaneous shower was held in the Sunday School of the United Church in honor of Barbara Hill and Bob Tran whose wedding takes place on Saturday, August 7. Hostesses were Helen Anderson, Margaret Gall and Marion Peddie. The useful and lovely gifts were presented to the young couple who received them in chairs trimmed with white and pink streamers. A per- sonal shower, given by the family, was held at the home of Barbara's grandmother, Mrs. Hazel Carruthers, who hosted the party, assisted by her ' cousin, Dorreen. Respected resident STOUFFVILLE — Norman Fretz, a won- derful family man with a wide circle of friends, died suddenly, Friday, while working at the soon - to -be -completed golf course on the former George Rodanz farm, west of Ringwood. Mr. Fretz, a resident on William Street in Stouffville, was found lying on the ground by co - employees, Bill Wallace and Jim Clark, minutes after suffering a fatal coronary attack. He was 53. Norm Fretz was born near Claremont, the son of Mrs. May Fretz, Park - view Home, Stouffville and the late Sam Fretz. For a time, he served as a salesman with Charles Helen of Bowmanville; one brother, John of Claremont; his father, Carl Devitt of Pickering and one grandson, Jamie. Funeral services were held, complete in Jerrett Willowdale Chapel, on Wednesday, June 30, at 1 P. M. Cooper Limited in Claremont and later operated a butchershop on the home farm. He moved to Stouffville twelve years ago. Norm Fretz was a quiet spoken man who appreciated the simple things of life. He was a member and served on the Board of the Stouff- ville United Church. He was also a member of the Masonic Order. Besides his mother and wife, the former Anna Morrison, he is survived by a daughter Gayle (Mrs. Roland Otter) ; one son, Graham; two brothers, Orval of Claremont; Levi of Manilla and three sisters, Alma (Mrs. Lewis Reesor), R.R. 2, Markham; Lois (Mrs. Maurice Hoover), R.R. 1, Stouffville and Mary Anna (Mrs. Beland Schlabach) of Vineland. Hundreds of people visited the O'Neill Funeral Home in Stouffville to pay their respects. The service was conducted by Rev. Ted Creen, Monday, in the United Church, assisted by Rev. Donald Pugh and Rev. Pau_ Martin. Pall bearers were — Elmer Burkholder Leonard Hoover, Harvey Nighswander, Fred Lewis,.Harvey Spang and Ken Wagg. Interment was made in Stouffville Cemetery. A History Of Pickering By Steve Daubeny The establishment and the growth of Pickering has basically been within the last 20 years. Names of the areas within Pickering have been changed and traded to the point where few people know what to call it any more. At first it was Picker- ing Township. The township contained very few towns at first, the largest one, Pickering Village gave its name to the area. Most of the township was farm- ing areas until Bay Ridges was started in approxi- mately 1961. Bay Ridges is a suburban area that has been slowly and steadily growing, and steadily speeding up its growth rate. Bay Ridges was the getaway from the city place for young families to live, while the parents drove to work in Toronto. Bay Ridges was five miles from the eastern most border of Scarborough, which was just beginning to develop as Toronto's largest borough. Bay Ridges ,was originally divided into two halves and grew on Ithe east and west shores of Frenchman's Bay. This was a natural barrier that caused some unity prob- lems in the community, until the two halves grew up and together. The main division came from the fact that stu- dents living in the east shore area were bused to Pickering High School in Pickering Village, four miles to the east. Students on the west shore were bused to Dunbarton High School which was built at the western extremity of the Bay Ridges community. The reason for building Dunbarton High School where it was, is quite logical. Children were bused in from the West Rouge area, which is the eastern part of Scarborough. Scarborough did not have a high school in that area, or enough students to fill one. Dunbarton High School had been there for years to serve the community and was expanded to take the extra load. The division of students between east and west created a great rivalry between the two high schools. The rivalry spread to the public schools in the east and west shore communities of Bay Ridges. In the mid 1960's the majority of students in the area were in grade 7 or 8 and a junior high school was set up in the west shore for all students. Every student in grade 7 and 8 in the east shore area was bused to the west shore to go to school. The busing of students ended when the student population de- clined in public schools in 1971. The public schools went back to the original kindergarten to grade 8 set up. The Ontario Hydro Commission began building the world's largest nuclear power plant on the shores of Lake Ontario, at the southeastern edge of Bay Ridges. The transportation services provided by the Go Train brought many people into the area and the hydro project brought more. The decision in 1970 to build a major airport in northeast Pickering was unpopular amongst most residents, but industry in the area began to grow rapidly and more people moved into the area. Land speculation became popular and land prices were forced artificially high. The airport decision was reversed because of the opposition put up by residents. There were a lot of bad feelings among rural residents who had their land expropriated for airport use. People against Planes was a major issue in Pickering until the air- port was stopped. People lived in Pickering because they didn't want to live in Toronto. The city was close enough to commute to without living in it. Farmers in the north of Pickering and many other residents were worried that Toronto would grow and absorb the area. The airport represented part of this worry. In 1974 Regional Government came to the area. Until this time Bay Ridges had been a steadily grow- ing area with small industries growing on the outer edges. Even with this growth there was no urban sprawl like Toronto. There had been almost no high rise development in the area. The Village of Pickering itself, has changed little in the last 16 years, but under regional government it was united with the Town of Ajax, to become one city. This meant that Pickering Village which gave the municipality its name and character lost its own. Regional government began to mean that Toronto would not take over the area and over develop it. The region would plan its own rate and style of growth, but people were still a bit worried about Toronto. In June of 1977 the Robarts Commission made its re- port and recommended Toronto's eastern border re main at the Rouge River. This was good enough to reassure the people of Pickering. Sheridan Mall was built in Pickering between 1970-1971 and gave the area its first major shopping center. The people of Pickering are proud of where they live, to Torontonians they're just Pickering people, but in Pickering itself there are definite boundaries and interest groups. Bay Ridges is the main body of the municipality of Pickering and is divided into east and west shore, but for the most part is a united 16 year old com- munity. Since the formation of the region three new suburbs have been built around Bay Ridges, and their interests are those of a new and young com- munity. To the north is a rural area that wants to, and is slowly becoming part of the community. To the west is Scarborough and to the east are Whitby and Oshawa, the last major cities before Kingston. Since the founding in 1974, Durham Region, especially the Pickering area has had the leading growth rate in Southern Ontario. At present Picker- ing's population is just under 27,000 but the antici- pated population for the area due to development plans for the next few years is 181,000 people by the year 2000. The Kinsmen Club of Bay Ridges was formed in 1967 and has been a very popular club in the com- munity ever since. It has been active in all sports associations and social events in the community. It is the largest social club in Pickering and has a Kin- ette Club for women. Pickering is a young and growing area with young people making up the majority of the population. 82% of the people in Pickering are under the age of 45, and 30% are between 20 and 30 years of age. Two pastors leave area this week Two area United Church ministers are leaving this week: Greenwood he worked five years at a mission in western Canada and five at Bridge United Church's Rev. Tom Fleetham (at left) and Claremont United North, Ontario. Rev. Linstead will retire after eight years in Claremont to Church 's Rev. E. S. Linstead. Rev. Fleetham, who served 18 years in move to Port Perry. Greenwood, moves on to a charge in Fordwich, near Listowell. Earlier, O ICI � PO m o s� c>a0� �°.,w ob�G. c `Abe o �' s..h -0ti a �3 gcLti+ ..y Ca 0 c ° z 'O 'Ca 14 O L T InQi O c fV. i. 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ZION — For 147 years, Jones (their grandfather), in occasion of her 90th birthday. the scenic Jones farm, located 1850, and then to Harry Jones, Mrs. Soper resides in Uxbridge. midway between Concessions 7 an uncle in 1904. Alonzo Jones, Formerly a dairy farm, the and 8, Pickering at RR 2, father of Ralph and Percy, took property now produces mostly Claremont, has carried the over the farm's operation, wheat and hay. The stone same family name. March 28, 1922. The present contained in the centur -old y Ralph and Percy Jones are occupancy has existed since house is believed to have come as proud of their heritage as Oct. 10, 1933. from the property. they are of their property, a No members of either pride that shows in the neatness The farm occupies 1131/2 family live there. Percy has one of their place. acres with three-quarters of an son, Keith, in Oshawa and a acre removed from one corner daughter, Sharyn (Mrs. David While the origin of the farm for Mount Zion School, now a Amundson), a resident of goes back to 1798, it was Samuel community centre. This site was LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Ralph has Jones who first came on the purchased from John C. and one son, Allan in Toronto and scene to begin the family con- Jane Jones for $125. Ralph and two daughters, Janet (Mrs. nection back in 1834. Samuel Percy both attended there. One Kenn McTaggart) of Greenwood was the great-grandfather of the of their teachers back then was and Gloria Andrews in Van - present owners. He passed the Alma (Nutting) Soper who couver. A second son, Glenn, property on to his son, -John C. recently was honored on the died in January 1977. Women's Institute is the backbone of our rural farming communities F YOU'VE ever thought that a meeting of the Women's Insti- tute meant a circle of ladies, sipping tea with crooked little fin- gers and swapping cookie recipes, think again. Amongst other things, we have the W.I. to thank for the flashing stoplights now mandatory on all school buses. That was a W.I. resolution that started at the branch level, passed to provincial level and then was successfully lobbied through gov- ernment — no mean feat. Last year the institute promoted recycling and featured their ef- forts in a display at the Royal Agri- cultural Winter Fair. This year its theme is Women and the Environ- ment and yes, there are courses in cooking, landscaping, rug braiding and other crafts plus the friend- ship. Which is as it should be, since the t4.W is a' rural institution whose ode states, "A good thing is to meet in friendship's circle bright." The Women's Institute began in 1897 in Stoney Creek and spread until today its members number 9 million worldwide. Basically, it is an organization of rural women from farms, villages and towns. It is non-sectarian, non- partisan and non-racial and its stated aim is to develop a more abundant life for rural people. Norine Van Leeuwen is presi- dent of the 83-year-old Norval branch of the W.I., which has 23 members and is considered small by branch standards. Van Leeuwen says that attract- ing new members is one of the big- gest problems. "It's very difficult today, with so many women work- ing outside the home, to get young women interested in the organiza- tion," she sa,�s��tkprq.*4l,1s One of Van Leeuwen's special interests are the Tweedsmuir history books. Sometime between 1935 and 1940, during her husband's term of office as Governor General, Lady Tweedsmuir urged the W.I. branches and districts to keep an ongoing history of their areas. Ten years ago, Van Leeuwen was asked to write a capsule history of her family's business and almost before she knew it, she says, she was well and truly "hooked." Although, in many respects, the monthly branch meetings are small and intimate, there are five levels within the worldwide organ- ization and members can get first- hand knowledge of other countries through exchange trips. There was one such exchange with Scandinavia two years ago Y .. ,...., b ...,:trin' io nglanci5tici Iritand' nand a highly mQbt 's9ciQty, r'- (THEY SHOULD BE ... . , .THEY BUILT IT These Kids Are Really Tied To Their School By MIKE KOWALS1KI Times Staff Writer CLAREMONT — Imagine the reaction of 50 adolescent boys upon learning they must build their own school. Then imagine your own reaction when the boys eagerly look forward to this task. Hard to believe? Well, maybe, but that is exactly the position students of St. John's School of Ontario find themselves facing. Within the next two years, the boys and their instructors must build themselves a per- manent facility. Now operating out of a. 35- room former nursing home near this Pickering com- munity, St. John's is a private boys school offering grades 7, 8, 9 and 10. A two- year lease was obtained from the federal government as the building is on land ex- propriated for the proposed airport, however, a per- manent site must be found. TWIN PROBLEMS According to assistant headmaster Michael Maunder various sites in the Toronto area have been investigated but St. John's is faced with two problems. "We need to be close to Toronto in order to sell our honey (a major source of income) but we'll pay a lot for property near Toronto. When you're trying to keep costs as low as possible, it gets to be difficult." Tuition is $2,250 and the teachers are not paid. Dressed in slacks and windbreaker, Maunder bears little resemblance to a traditional private school headmaster, or for that matter, a typical public schoolteacher Nor is Maunder or any of the staff of seven instructors qualified teachers according to Ontario ministry of education guidelines. Although the courses offered meet ministry guidelines, none of the staff taught school prior to St. John's. _ "As far as we know everything is fine. We were told our courses meet all the requirements but we still await inspection, the only question may be certification of the teachers," explained Maunder. EXPERIENCE A former journalist, Maunder does not consider his lack of a teaching degree to be a major drawback. "I know from my own ex- perience of watching other teachers who were not certified, that they were the best I've ever seen." Teaching writing and composition, Maunder feels structured class of 40 pupils is often detrimental to some of the students. "If I can teach 12 boys a year how to write, then I know I've been successful. We aim for a low student -teacher ratio, that way each boy receives in- dividual instruction." Offering classes in history —British, Canadian and ancient —French, Latin, science and stressing English and mathematics, Maunder said the recent trend in public education indicating a return to the basics and the increasing popularity of private schools is proof that modern education has strayed too far. NO REASON There would be no reason for this school to exist if what is done in public is right," Maunder stated. St. John's began in Win- nipeg in 1957 when a group of parents started holding weekend classes in St. John's: Cathedral parish hall. Within four years the school had grown to a full-time boarding school. By 1968, demand for admission was so great that a second school was established in Alberta. With development of the Alberta school, the group of teachers who ran the schools established themselves as a Jay order of the Anglican church and began publishing "ALL RIGHT, come and dale, as he spoons a serving their own meals, wash their along with their regular get it," says Michael of salad onto Angus Dough- clothes, do chores and keep classroom instruction. Greaves,16 (left), of Willow- ty's plate. The boys cook the school running smoothly, weekly news magazines in Calgary and Edmonton. A few years later Maunder and headmaster Frank Felletti moved to Toronto and began planning the Ontario school. This was easier said than done. NOTHING Maunder and Felletti had no school, no boys and no money. In the fall of 1976 they obtained use of St. Jude's Church in Toronto for weekend classes. A leaflet distributed door-to-door produced 40 boys. With the help of parents, they raised $50,000 by June, about $37,000 in donations son David is a grade 8 staff must be addressed as and $13,000 in students' student. sir." honey sales. Alberta students IMPROVED CHALLENGE sent them 15 tons of honey Mrs. Cunningham believes For a student's point of they made. the boarding school en- view, Michael Greaves,16, of By January Maunder vironment has improved her Willowdale, admits he hopes to have raised another son's outlook on life and his misses girls in the classroom $.50,000 to buy land and attitude towards others. but prefers the challenge of materials for the permanent "We've found that David is sports and outdoor activities school (they began classes in ready to admit when he is such as canoe trips the boys Claremont this fall) and he wrong and apologize, which take occasionally. promises the school will be is hard to do when you're 12. "I like the smaller classes built by the students He's also learned to get along because you can learn a lot themselves. with other people, it's been a more," be said. A grade 10 Maunder said the new good experience." student Greaves must still school will be like the other Mrs. Cunningham is not decide whether to return to permanent facilities in that it concerned with the lack of the public school system. will house only 120 boys. The "official" recognition of the Michael Cullen, 13, of reason for this restriction instructors. She admires the Toronto, misses the lack of again, is to maintain the low relaxed relationship between privacy," anything you do, student -teacher ratio. staff and pupils, "they're everyone knows about it," While visiting St. John's living with the boys all the and less liberty. The Times reporter talked time, there's no 3:30 turnoff, Yet, he too, agrees with Thelma Cunningham of yet there is mutual respect students "learn a lot more" Toronto whose 12-year-old for each other because all at St. John's. EXAMINING the work of certified teachers although to be a major drawliack. He his student is Michael courses offered at the school feels individual instruction is launder, assistant head- meet Ontario ministry of more beneficial to the stu- iaster of St. John's School of education requirements, dent. intario. Neither Maunder or Maunder does not consider Times Staff Photos ie other staff members are his lack of a teaching degree SETTING IN a little study- include English, math- vate boarding school benefit g before classes is Mike ematics, science, history, from a low pupil -teacher ansfield, 13, who peruses a Latin and French. Assistant ratio and individual instruc- ,ok from the library, headmaster Michael Maun- tion. purses taught at St. John's der feels students at the pri- RINGING the bell that sig- nifies the changing of classes or other important events at St. John's is Colin Goodwin, 14, of Toronto. The bell is rung three times: once, to hear God's will; twice, to think God's will; thrice, to do M<r C m�A rL cOaucc ,ro O �0��.�-+-a 3 d c co- c ro c ro va �� ist mac' etia�ya 'n ,� ��� <ooa y t -<9i cc� O C ro'� 3 V w CZ co CU c +r God's will. The school day from 9 a.m.vntil 4:30 p.m. In begins at 7 a.m. with chapel the evenings there is a two. and breakfast. Then classes hour study. period. 0) 4)bb py c o D n ro ¢ �Eo) > W UUVO °c cnia y Cp °a �rowou Claremont: Providing books nearly 90 years /� CLAREMONT - Maureen Ward can usually tell what the kids of Claremont have as assignments in school. Right now, it's geography —mostly Aust- ralia and British Columbia. She is a bi t puzzled though, because there has also been a run on books about Dracula. "And I can't imagine what they could be studying in school which involves Dracula," she says. Ward is the librarian at the Claremont branch of the Pickering Library, and she has the distinction of being in charge of a library which goes back to the last century. The library has had a long and varied past and its history reflects how much times have changed. It first appeared as the Mechanic's Institute back in October of 1891. It was financed by a grant of $20 from the township council and the subscriptions of 40 members of the community. Housed in the home of a Mr. Jobbit, he received $5 a year for his duties as librarian. It was only open one day a week, from 3 to 9 pm each Friday. By 1896, it was called the Claremont Associate Library and its government grant had risen to $200 which is a far cry from the $247,000 it took to run the entire Pickering Library system in 1976. 1887, saw-1lip library open three afternoons and evenings a week and by 1903, when Jobbit resigned as librarian, Judson Bundy was paid the sum of $30 a year in that position. He also assumed the library facilities on his premises. It wasn't until 1925 that the library took up its present location on a piece of land donated by Miss H. Walker. For 37 years, the building was occupied by both the library and the fire hall. In fact, it took four years for the village trustees to grant permission to the library to use the full building in 1962. 1959 saw it become a Pickering Public Library and also incorporate the Dewey Decimal System for filing books. Ward also holds the distinction of being only the sixth librarian in the library's 86 year history, two of whom served terms of two years or less. If nothing else, the library at least offers job security. Today it has changed just a bit from the edict of 1887 when it had to be open three afternoons and evenings a week. Now it is open four afternoons and two evenings each week. It also offers a full range of library services including book requests. Ward points out that this is one of the advantages of belonging to the Claremont branch of the library. "You don't have to wait as long if you request a book," she says. Claremont boasts new Lioness club C:LAREMONT NOW BOASTS a Lioness Club following ceremonies held in Goodwood Community Hall on Friday night. The new club has 14 members and all were on hand for a dinner and dance to mark the occasion. The members are shown above, left to right, front, Sandra Blow, Lion Tamer; LindaGauslin, Tail Twister, Linda Carruthers, 1st Vice President; Karen Hammond, President; Deborah Uzzell. Middle, Margaret -Ann Young: Denise Norton,. Treasurer; Barbara Tran, Secretary; Carole Redshaw; Kathleen Young; Back, Betty -Ann .Meredith; Mary -Jane Provis; Evelyn Carruthers; Shirley Pilkey. Miss United Wary Terri Pilkey of Claremont was recently picked to be Miss United Way for the Durham Region. She was chosen at Sheridan Mall where she was one of 10 contestants. Terri, 17, received a dozen red roses and a trip to Vancouver for being picked. She attends Pickering High School and also plays baseball for the Claremont Midget girl's team. Terri commented that she has always been interested in the United Way and said it was like a dream when she was chosen. The United Way's goal 1n Durham is $121,000. _ Services held for latejohnAnthony CLAREMONT — Residents of this com- munity were saddened recently at the death of John Robert Anthony a well-known local resident. The late Mr. An- thony, 49 at the time of his death, passed away July 3 at Ajax -Pickering Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Blanche (nee Hamilin) and four children, Douglas, of Port Perry; Diane (Mrs. N. White) of Prince Albert; Ray, at home; and Dale, of Stouffville. Also sur- viving is his mother, widow of the late Ewart Anthony, and four grandchildren: Russell and Robert Anthony; and Jenny and Mandy White. Lena Dunkeld Passed Lena Elsie Dunkeld died Sunday, Jan. 22, at her home on Park Dr. No., Stouffville. Mrs. Dunkeld, who passed away in her 72nd hear, is survived by her husband, Murray Dunkeld, her father Frank Wagg; children, Clifford, Donald, Evelyn (Mrs. Murray Jones) and Shirley (Mrs. Grant Jones). She was pre -deceased by one daughter, Nelda (Mrs. Jim Loree). Funeral service was held yesterday, Wed- nesday, from Altona Missionary Church. Spring interment Stouffville Cemetery. Services were held Wednesday from the Dixon -Garland Funeral Home, Markham. In- terment was in Elmwood Cemetery, Markham. LAPP Doris Marie (nee Hogle)—At Scarborough Centenary Hospital on Tuesday August 23, 1977. Doris Hogle of Markham, Ont, formerly of Cedar Grove in her 51st Year, dear mother of Arthur, Meredith and i; Douglas, loving sister of Geraldine (Mrs. F. Morgan) of Trenton, dear r stepdaughter Mrs. Myrtle Hogle of of Trenton. Resting at Dixon -Garland Funeral Home 166 Main St. Mark- ham for service fh chapel on in Thursday at 2 p.m. Interment Zion . Cemetery Cedar Grove. ^ �1 ` adrr .0 Claremont's Earle Pilkey was elected Deputy District Governor of Region 18, District A-16. Experienced artist retires to his hobby By BRIAN WINTER Staff Writer When Lloyd Peters, a staff member at the Whitby Psy- chiatric Hospital retires in May, he will move to Trout Creek near North Bay to become a full-time artist. Last June, after nearly 15 years of limited painting time, Mr. Peters began showing his watercolours in the Whitby area. He exhibit- ed his paintings at the Whitby Seniors Activity Cen- tre, the Sheridan Mall in Pickering, Whity Arts Sta- tion Gallery, and the Toronto Harbor Centre. Although it may appear that Mr. Peters, who lives on Byron Street South, is about to embark on a painting career, he has been involved in art since he was in Grade Eight at Havelock when a teacher encouraged him to develop his artistic talents. Mr. Peters had no formal art training except Saturday morning classes at the Ontario College of Art when he was 13 and 14, and night school when he was in his early 20s. At those Saturday morning classes, he was taught by Group of Seven Artist Arthur Lismer, and when he went into commercial art he was taught box design and letter- ing by another group mem- ber, Frank Carmichael. In the following years he knew all the major artists of the Toronto area, some of whom are well known and some of whom are not house- hold names like A. Y. Jack- son and J. E. H. MacDonald. Mr. Peters received his most important training in etching and oil painting from Jack Martin of Scarborough, a friend of the Group of Seven. In recent years he has devoted most of his time to water colours. From 1933 to 1945, Mr. Peters was in the advertising department of Eaton's, de- signing full -page newspaper ads. In his spare time he did etchings and became a mem- ber of the Canadian Painters and Etchers. His work was shown in exhibitions by the Ontario Society of Artists and the Royal Canadian Academy, and by the London and Montreal Art Associa- tions. A number of his etchings were in a travelling exhibi- tion sent by IBM throughout Canada and South America in the 1930's. When the Second World War began, Mr. Peters wanted to be a war artist and interested Canada's Defense Minister J. L. Ralston in a series of etchings following the life of a Canadian soldier. This plan fell through when Ralston was dismissed by Prime Minister Mackenzie King in 1944. Mr. Peters joined the shore patrol at Halifax, and id a lot of water colour sketches of Canadian naval activities on the East Coast. A letter of clearance from the commander of the dock yard gave Mr. Peters free access to any naval facili- ties, and with this pass, he was the only artist allowed to paint a picture of the Halifax munitions explosion of 1945. The painting is now owned by Dalhousie University. Four of Mr. Peters' Hali- fax area watercolours are in the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. After the war, Mr. Peters opened his own commercial art studio at Adelaide and Yonge Streets in Toronto, where he worked for five years on special assign- ments. Oliver Crockford, Reeve of Scarborough in 1950, got Mr. Peters to produce brochures to promote the "Golden Mile of Industry,_ which were sent around the world. His brochures brought such com- panies as SKF and Link Belt to the Golden Mile. For the next 15 years Mr. Peters worked on a free lance basis, making designs for Lily cups, and did some work for General Printers in Oshawa. In his spare time he continued painting, and many of his works are in private collections. In 1964 he started working at the Whitby Psychiatric Hospital and moved to Whitby in 1969. Mr. Peters won a prize for designing the masthead of the Staff -Liner, the hospi- tal's newsletter, in 1971. Mr. Peters is a man of many talents and he under- took many freelance assign- ments during his years in commercial art. One of these assignments was designing Centennial medals for Canadian towns. Anotner assignment was illustrating school science books. Mr. Peters' greatest in- terest at the present time is watercolour painting, featur- ing landscapes in the realis- tic style. He recently became interested in northern Ontario subjects and would like to tackle the rugged landscapes of the Hudson Bay area. While living in a cabin at Trout Creek and painting most of the year, Mr. Peters would like to make regular trips to Whitby, Oshawa and other cities to put on one- man shows of his work. "What I really want to do is paint," he says, and it looks like he will be doing plenty of that in his retire- ment years. i ���'R-COLOUR N TI NG S Whitby watercolor artist Lloyd Peters shows off one of his works in his studio in an old house on Byron Street South. Mr. Peters, who received some of his training from Group of Seven artists Arthur Lismer and Frank Carmichael, will retire in May and move to Trout Creek near North Bay to take up full-time painting. He has been a Whitbv resi- dent for nine years. Pic k e ring Kite glider is killed cashes in in 350-foot plunge museum tm Lake Scugog ice PICKERING — The Town of Pickering will receive nearly nine times the amount they were originally offered by the federal government for the site of the museum located in Brougham. The property was ex- propriated for the now -defunct Pickering Airport. According to town clerk - administrator Noel Marshall, negotiators for the town and the federal government have settled on the sum of $528,000 for ex- propriation. The funds include the cost of relocating the museum to Greenwood, which is to proceed this year. Council approved the set- t Special to The Star PORT PERRY — One o Canada's best-known water skiers was killed near her Saturday in a 350-foot plunge from a disabled kite - glider. Eldon Cresswell, 34, billed emenMonday night. ) �� at Expo 67 as t he only f Canadian who could water- ski backwards on his bare feet, crashed to the Lake e Scugog i c e as several friends watched in horror. "He had released the rope and was on his own it looked like the spar broke and he just spiralled to the ice," said Ross MacKie, who had been driving the car used to pull Cresswell and the glider into the air at the end of a 600-foot tow rope. Cresswell, an Oshawa na- tive had .been a kite flier since his wife, Pamela brought him one from Expo far his birthday. He was practising for the first time over ice and was to give a flying display this Saturday at the Haliburton Winter Carnival. He had been tow- ed behind a snowmobile, then MacKie's car, making several fhghts. _ By ANNE LONEY A life long resident of Claremont passed on while vacationing Wednesday, March 15, 1978. No one in the village was better known or better liked than William R. Evans, and no one will be missed more than Bill or Will as he was called by his friends. Will Evans was born on a farm, east of Claremont, the son of Thomas Morgan Evans and Mary Elizabeth Hannah Jane Linton. He and Aldine Ward were married in Claremont United Church on May 11, 1932, with the Rev. MacLennan officiating. When he was a young boy he played soccer and hockey, and in later years was an expert and ardent bowler; he kept his in- terest in sports until his death. He was a member of the Claremont Band for many years and was also a member of the village volunteer Fire Depart- ment. Only recently was he given a thirty-five year medallion and was presented with a citation for his long and faithful service. He served as clerk of the session in the Village mourns Gilliam Evans Seeks re-electiGn ��m United Church and a The pallbearers were member of the Board of Grandson Rodney Evans Stewards for over 40 of Claremont; nephews years. He was a Master Alan Baker and Donald Plumber for Pickering Evens, both of Woodville, Township for 30 years and Murray Jones of Ash - farmed for 11 years. burn; Grant Jones of Surviving is his wife Manilla and Jim Ward of Aldine, three sons Blair, Oshawa. Glen and Dean, all of — - Claremont; two daughters, Betty (Mrs. Terry Hopkins) of Scarborough and Christina (Mrs. Paul Forsyth) of Atikokan. One brother Edgar of Woodville, and three sisters, Eva, (Mrs. Baker) also of Woodville; Alma, (Mrs. Lorne Jones of Ashburn and Mable, Mrs. Carl Dopkin) of Dundas. — -- Fourteen of his grandchildren are Rodney and Sherry of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Evans; Kim, Kelly, Patti and Pam of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Evans; Brad, Tim and Deanna of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Evans; Jodie and Jeff of Mr. and Mrs. Terry Hopkins and Chad, Damon and Jay of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Forsyth. The McEachine Funeral Home was filled with friends and relatives ! who came to give their -= t d res cts for a es eem an I— f;ne man. He will be sadly Y _ missed. He was brought CLAREMONT — Mrs. and Mrs. Frank to the church in Carson entertained 150 family members Claremont on Sunday, and friends to a beef supper, Nov. 4 in the March 19, where his Claremont United Church. During the friends saw him for the evening, Mrs. Keith Carson entertained last time. The Rev. with a beautiful solo. A vocal number was Edward Cook officiated also rendered by daughter Cheryl. Karen at the service and went to Carson thrilled the gathering with a to the interment in g ng P- Claremont Union dance routine. Cemetary. At the all-star banquet held recently in PICKERING — Gerald Fisher of Greenwood is seeking re- election as a Regional councillor in Pickering's Ward 3. JIM MURRAY the Claremont Legion, Wanda Hendy, Claremont, RR 1 won the $200 lucky prize. James Wilson, father of Mary Borland won $100. Carol Gutkind of Stouffville received $50• -- - individual problems, and try to solve them the best I can." A businessman in Ward 3 since 1958, Mr. Fisher operates a service station; farm equipment dealership and snowmobile sales outlet on Hwy. 7, at Greenwood. Mrs Wesley Lehman Helpedher 0 conu'1'l.uni y CLAREMONT — Arvilla L. Lehman, Dec. Rev. Cook and Rev. 5, from the chapel of the Linstead conducted McEachnie Funeral service and committal for Home in Pickering — Village. She was 81. The former Arvilla Hill was born Feb. 6, 1897, in North Dakota. She married her husband, the late Wesley Lehman, on Nov. 12, 1919. The couple montm n took up residence north of are a Claremont d. 1929, where they farmed. About 30 years ago, when they retired, they • moved into the village oo lks to region across from the public school. In addition to being a ther and housewife, PICKERING — Low- cost and accessible government are two of Jim Murray's main concerns. Mr. Murray of Claremont is one of three Regional council can- didates running in Pickering's Ward 3. This is the first time Jim Murray has tried for this position. He feels a major problem is the waste and red tape government generates if not controlled. "We have been fortunate in the past in this respect in Jim Murray Pickering. But spending must continually be controlled, particularly at the Regional level." He also commented that a big part of any government is to be aware and "responsive to the needs of the public." Mr. Murray has lived in Claremont 15 years and has been involved in numerous community activities. He has ex- tensive background in the aviational field and holds current membership in the Canadian Aeronautical and Space Institute. M. was an en He has also served as ed Alvina thusiastic community a member of the Town of worker. During the war Pickering committee of she assisted the Red adjustment for the past Cross. She was a past life two years. i president and member of the Claremont Besides govern- ! Legion Ladies Auxiliary, of the Claremont mental concerns, Mr. Murray sees the need for ii member Women's Institute, and sound planning in active in the Claremont Pickering. United Church. ' b She is surviv Y "I feel my business two sons John of and management ex- Claremont, Bruce of Ash- perience over the last 20 burn; eight grand - years can contribute to children and five grand - the future of the town of children. She is Pickering," he con- predeceased by her cluded. hhusband, Wesley, and one son, Alvin. Interment was in Claremont Union Ce_ meterv. — Late Leslie Parker A leader in community CLAREMONT — The Claremont area lost one of its most enthusiastic community workers, Nov. 27, in the sudden passing of Leslie Edward Parker at his residence, Claremont, RR 2. Mr. Parker was born in Tunbridge Wells, England and came to Canada at the age of only seven. He spent most of his married life in North York where he took an active part in local af- fairs. He helped organize the first Community Council; served on the Board of Education; assisted with the Sea Cadets and worked towards establishing North York's Gladys Allison Memorial Library. Les Parker joined the Masons in 1931 and later, Elected district governor Earl Pilkey of Claremont was elected last week to the office of District Governor, District A-16 of the Lions Club. The election held last week in Richmond Hill, involved 36 clubs from across the province. Earl, born and raised in the Claremont area, is a charter member of the Claremont Lions club. In 1972 he became club president, and in 1975 was a Key Member. Earl is currently employed by the town of Pickering as the Parks and Recreation facility co-ordinator. the Lions in 1945. He worked through both to assist others. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Southern Business Publications, holding the position of Business Manager of "The Canadian Farm Equipment Dealer Magazine". In 1965, Mr. and Mrs. Parker moved to the Claremont community. He founded the Claremont Lions Club herein 1968 and served as its first Presidnet. Besides spending nine years as Bulletin Editor for the Lions and Editor of the Governor's Newsletter, he also found time to serve on the Pickering Civic Recognition Committee. On the evening of Nov. 28, Les Parker was honored at a special Lions' service in the McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering. Representatives from many districts attended. President Carl Young and Earle Pilkey led in the tribute. Survivors, besides his wife Kay, are two daughters, Dawn Langstroth of Scar- borough and Wendy of Guelph and two grand- children, Chris and Kathleen Langstroth. Pall bearers were - David Langstroth, Rob McConnell, Wilfred Bowman, Christopher Langstroth, David Vernest, Carl Young and Earle Pilkey. Interment was made at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. Six couples have attained a common milestone ---fifty years together On Sept. 17, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pegg, Baker Avenue, Stouffville, celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary at the Silver Jubilee Club on Main Street. The occasion brought together six family couples, all having reached the 50-year milestone. They are pictured here (left to To all those who donated gifts of money to the Heart Fund in memory of my husband, the late William Walsh, and their many kind deeds and lovely cards, we say a sincere thank you. Also the Welcome Rebekkah Lodge 383, Stouffville, and to the Reverend Mr. Lorne Smith for his comforting words. Doreen Welsh, girls and family. right) - Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Pegg; Mr. and Mrs. George Pegg; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Pegg; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Pegg; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Rod Appleby. --Jim Thomas. "Lf7S' That a minister's only useful place is not offering a selection of pie to Glen Evans, was behind a pulpit was amply demonstrated last helping out at the Claremont U.C. annual beef Sunday night, when Reverend Ed Cook ap- dinner. While the adults are discussing various weighty issues, only three years old nothing else seems to matter. Jennifer Redshaw forges ahead with her pie. When you're —Annegret Lamuri Claremont news Beef dinner a huge success 1g7k Claremont t:mae Company Leader Linda Carder presents Barbara Warden, daughter of Mrs. Marjory Warden with her Canada Cord at a special ceremony, Nov. 15. Shirley Ann Smith, Louise Red- shaw, and Pamela Keast were enrolled into the company at the same time. Elaine Carruthers Herdoor always open STOUFFVILLE — Rev. Lorne Smith conducted service for Frances Elaine Carruthers, Nov. 3. from the chapel of Low and Low Funeral Home in Uxbridge. Mrs. Carruthers passed away at Scarborough Centenary Hospital, Nov. 1. She was 49. Born in Claremont, January 16, 1929, the daughter of Jack and Margaret (Mrs. Hoyle Carruthers) Fraser, she spent her childhood in that community. When Elaine Fraser married Erwin Carruthers, Feb. 4. 1954, they moved to Quaker Hill. They returned to Claremont later, first to a farm on the Sixth Con- cession, and then to a home in town on Centre Street. Two months ago, they took up residence in the Testa Villa Apartments on Albert Street South, Stouffville. Helping in the kitchen for the Stouff- ville Legion's activities, and serving as a Girl Guide leader, Elaine donated her time to the community. She enjoyed trips with her husband's Senior Citizens' group in Claremont. However, the greater part of her time was devoted to children. Not only did she raise her own four daughters and babysit her gandchildren, but she raised six foster children. Much of her time was spent cooking, sewing, and preserving. Mrs. Carruthers kept the doors of her home open to everyone. If someone needed a place to stay, he or she was always welcomed into her house. Surviving Mrs. Carruthers is her husband, Erwin; daughters,Barbara (Mrs. Larry Brown); Heather (Mrs. Ken Red- shaw); Lynn at home, and Lorrie (Mrs. Jim Stiner) ; a brother, Bill Fraser; two sisters, Mrs. Audrey Hill and Mrs. Enid Spears; five grandchildren, and her foster children. She is predeceased by two brothers, Murray and "Tub" Fraser. The pall bearers were Charlie Red- shaw, Ran Hedges, Grant Norton, George Middleton, Gordon Lynn, and Fred Moore. Interment was in Uxbridge Cemetery. Claremont station torn down CLAREMONT — The people of Claremont's efforts to save their train station have failed before they really had a chance to do anything about it. The efforts, led by Pickering Ward 3 Councillor Norah Geraghty came to an abrupt end last month at a public meeting to discuss the station. At the meeting it was learned that the demolition of the 93-year-old station had begun that morning. Mrs. Geraghty learned of the demolition when she started to ask a question on whether or not accommodation for the station could be made in the hamlet's secondary plan, which was being discussed at the meeting. She commented later that the town has asked CP rail to hold off until it could be decided what to do. "We felt the station had historical importance and we wanted to save it." She also said she had received great response from people in Claremont who wanted to help relocate the building which had been offered to the town by CP provided it could be moved to another site. Several people had offered property for that purpose and one even suggested it be turned into a tea room. She felt that because of the number of calls in favour of the station CP "had to do it now or public opinion would never have let them." "The people weren't given the opportunity to state what they wanted. The commuters them- selves were opposed to the demolition. CP just decided the matter for us, I guess." she said. She also pointed out it is not the first time a station demolition has been carried out before a move could be made to save it, and that other stations are also slated for demolition. "In Pontypool they had a station which was really unique in its architecture and the railroad company agreed to wait one month before removing it. A month later they tore it down." r47?9 Teen Pick of the Week Looks toward"'' - a modelling career Darcia Nolan is one of the lucky students this summer as she has secured a summer job working for "The Finishing Touch" in the Village Shops Plaza. The pretty 17 year old hopes to eventually get into the entertainment field or modelling._ Sioerd Witteveen Civic Recognition Night Six Claremont people honored By Rosemary Timms CLAREMONT — On Oct. 25, the Town of Pickering held its first annual Civic Recognition Night in the banquet hall of Sheridan Mall. During the evening, six Claremont area residents were presented with special Service Awards in honor of their work within the community. Recipients included - Mary Bowden, Dorothy Jones, Rosemary Timms, Tom Hammond, Don Hedges and Colin Murray. Mayor Jack Anderson, members of Town Council and memberts of the Civic Committee, hosted the gathering. Wants to leave impression MARKHAM — At seventeen, Darcia Nolan, our teen pick of the week, hopes to leave her impression on the big wide world, either as a fashion model or as an entertainer. Living in Claremont, she works for the summer at The Finishing Touch at the Village Shoppes Plaza on Main Street in Markham. She will enter Grade 12 this fall in Pickering High School. After high school she would like to enter Sheridan College in Mississauga in a modelling course, but she hasn't decided on that for sure. and would like to fur- ther her career in a back-up dance group or on television. Her parents have given her a lot of sup- port in this field. Her mother Coralie is one of the famous Allen Sisters, who appeared for years on the Tom- mie Hunter show. Her father James is also an entertainer of renown, working as a guitarist and singer in Toronto. Darcia has a sister Jamie who is fourteen. She is engaged to 20- year-old Bill Daly of Claremont who works ' with Emerson Electric in Markham. One of her hobbies V. wn Dancing is another is sewing er o clothes. "I can't afford direction she may the clothes I like to decide to take. Darcia wear, so I make my has taken lessons for own," she says. They eight years at the have four sewing Rodwell School of machines at home in a Dancing in Thornhill. special room, where her Last week she enrolled mother makes her stage in the Roland and attire. She makes the Remain School of Dance basic things as skirts in Toronto. She has and pants and then taken jazz, character goes out and buys the and gymnastic dancing accessories. CLAREMONT — Claremont farmer Hugh Miller is recovering from an accident that could have cost him his life. He was run over by his own tractor in a freak mishap that put him in hospital with a broken pelvis and several fractured ribs. The way it happened, Mr. Miller was standing off to one side of the machine when he saw it start to roll forward. In at- GENERAL MOTORS group provides enter- Lou Gremer on drums, Rod his part in the show, too. The crease over last year. PARTS and services depart- tainment for the audience. Craig on violin and Nat department has set its target Raffles were also held to ment got its United Way Musicians are (from left) Hircock on harmonica. Russ at $8,087 for hourly rated em- raise *money. campaign under way with a Bill Birkett on bass guitar, Hodgson, in lower photo, did ployees, a 10 per cent in- —Times staff photos concert. In upper photo, this Floyd Lloyd at microphone, - - -- - Claremont area farmer 0 V r-tractor e" e I— Pickering Hospital where he was confined 12 days. Throughout the ordeal, he remained conscious, in fact, he recalls looking up at several attending nurses and com- menting, "with all you beautiful angels around, I must be in heaven". They quickly assured him he wasn't. Although able to get out to the barn twice a day by using a `walker', he's in no shape yet to do any chores, nor does he have to. Russ Gostick is handling any work that must be done. "There's not a better man around," said Hugh. The local farmer tends to joke about his inability to move around as quickly as before. "More rust than anything," he said. tempting to climb on and apply the brakes, a tire lug somehow caught his clothing, throwing him to the ground. The rear wheel passed across his chest and shoulder, missing his head by inches. Despite the seriousness of his injuries, the farmer picked himself up and drove the tractor back to the barn. His wife rushed him by car to the Ajax- 0 expropriation from historic farm CLAREMONT — Thistle Ha Farm, an historic property retained through several family generations, has been released from all expropriation ties by the federal government. The decision, revealed this week by the property's owner, Hugh Miller, concludes a long and trying ordeal that began when Ottawa announced plans to build an International Airport in Pickering Township, March 2, 1972. Mr. Miller, one of the area's most influential and respected residents, fought the take-over bid from the start and never lost hope that some day he'd win. That day is now. He told The Tribune, a statement had been received in writing, nullifying further expropriation procedures. For Hugh Miller, it's undoubtedly the best news he's heard in seven years. Clydesdale foals Arrivebyp CLAREMONT — Two Transportation costs, including an attendant that travelled with them, were something like $2 500 M of Homer Jack Claremont, far native land. The Clydes born last May, w here by plane f Scotland, a trip seven hours. purchased fr Brewster and Son. o colts are in the crisp )n the farm son, RR 2, from their dale foals, ere shipped rom Cupar, that took just They were m John lane eluding shipping charges. "They're scarce over there and here too," he said, "they don't like to part with the good ones". Their prime use is for breeding purposes, although Mr. Jackson could put them ago. on show at a later time. Without revealing the The colts arrived in price, the Claremont area excellent shape, the owner farmer said a registered said. He loaded the pair onto female of good quality could a truck at Montreal and run as high as $10,000 in- brought them home. Jackson had been to Scotland earlier to see the pair before he closed the deal. He pur- chased two others, two years Train -truck collision kills two men Two men were killed in- stantly Monday evening when their pickup truck was hit by a train at a level cross- ing one mile west of Clare- mont. Dead are Maris Paulens, 24, of Cone. 6, Stouffville, and Peter Bennett, 43, of RR 1, Gor- mley. They were pronounced dead at the scene by coroner Dr. Denis Gabrielle. A spokesman for Durham re- gional police said the train, a CPR Dayliner travelling be- tween Toronto and Peter- borough, was swinging to the north across Cone. 9 at 6:05 p.m. when it struck the west- bound half -ton truck. The LEHMAN, Arvilla L.—Entered into rest at her home in Ciaremonl on Sunday, December 3 )478. Arvirla L. Hill, beloved wife of the late Wes- ley A. Lehman of Claremont, Ont. Dear mother of John of Claremont, Brute of Ashburn, Alvin Prede- ceased. Loving grandmother of eight grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. Mrs. Lehman will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering, No. 2 Hwy.. Pickering Village (Town of Aiax) after 2 n.m. Monday. Com- plete funeral service and committal in the chapel on Tuesoav, Decem- ber 5 at 2 P.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. _ -- crossing is equipped with flashing lights and a bell warning system but police believe the driver of the truck may not have seen the lights because he was head- ing directly into bright sun- light. The police spokesman said it was not known how fast the train was moving. After the collision it dragged the truck 50 feet down the track and continued on for approximately one mile be- fore coming to a stop. There were no injuries among the passengers or crew of the train. An t will be held. t=es staff photo by Gerry Rose Funeralservice held in Pickering By ANNE LONEY About one hundred and seventy five friends, relatives and neighbours attended the funeral for Randell Joseph Timms on Tuesday 1:30 p.m. July 5, at the McEachnie Funeral Home in Pickering. The Rev. Edward Cook of Claremont United Church officiated at the service, with interment at Glendale Memorial Gardens, Rexdale, On- tario. Randell is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Timms and his two brothers, Rick and Rodney. He was the grandson of J.C. Maltby of R.R. No. 4, Brampton; nephew of Phyliss Ferris of R.R. No. 4, Brampton and Mrs. Ken Lebrevre of Scarborough, and four uncles, Keith Maltby of Brampton, Allan Maltby of Erin, Lloyd Maltby of R.R. 4 Brampton and Robert Timms of Cooksville. All the pallbearers were close friends of Randell — Scott Shewan of Greenwood, John Vernoy of Pickering and Jim Beelby, Ron Hodgson, Doug Hodgson and David MacDonald of Claremont. Flower Bearers were Ken White and Brian Redshaw of Claremont, Christ Lebrevre of Scarborough, Larry Malty of Bramalea, Terry Maltby of Bolton, Walter and Parnell Pymnman of Weston and Roger Maltby of Erin. Randell lived with his parents and brothers at home. He attended Claremont Public School and was in Grade 12 at Pickering High School. Randy, as everyone called him, loved everyone with whom he associated; to him everyone was a friend. He was a very loving boy and a hard worker. He was just 18 years when his life was taken by a motor- cycle accident. He was on the threshold of a rosy future and his life was ahead of him. What a sad loss for those he left behind. Honor town couple STOUFFVILLE — Family members, in- cluding 14 grandchildren and four great grand- children were all present, Dec. 27 at the Deer Park Inn, Stouffville to honor their parents, grand- parents and great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Rawson, Hawthorne Avenue. The occasion was Mr. and Mrs. Rawson's 50th wedding anniversary. The event, beautifully arranged, brought together relatives and friends from hundreds, even. thousands of miles. The honored couple welcomed each one personally. Both are well-known here since they were born in the area, Mr. Rawson on the 4th concession of Uxbridge and Mrs. Rawson, the former Velma St. John, on the Uxbridge - Whitchurch townline. Bob attended the old Webb Public School, not far from the site of the present building. Velma was a student in Stouffville. They were married Dec. 27, 1928, an event they remember like it was yesterday. Rev. George Coulter of Allandale United Church performed the ceremony after which they departed in the groom's $400 Model `T' Roadster for points north in the Barrie-Orillia area. "Good thing we didn't go any further," recalled Bob, "it was real icy". On their return, they took up residence at Brougham. Before "coming home" to Stouffville, they moved around con- siderably. However, they never lost touch with old friends here and made many new ones along the way. For 27 years, Mr. Rawson was an employee with the Provincial Department of Health. A Quarter Century Club Plaque signifies this period of long service. He played the coronet in the Claremont Citizens Band alongside his close friend, the late Bill Evans. Both are mem- bers of the Stouffville United Church and the Silver Jubilee Club. Mr. Rawson, an avid out- doorsman, takes great delight in watching the birds, particularly during the winter months when. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Rawson, Hawthorne Avenue, Stouffville, celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary, Dec. 27, with a gathering of family relatives and close friends at the Deer Park Inn. —Jim Thomas. activities are somewhat curtailed. Mr. and Mrs. Rawson speak with pride of their three daughters, Muriel (Mrs. Al Dummer) of Windsor; Audrey (Mrs. Jack Laverenz) of Bruce Point, Michigan; Roberta (Mrs. George Broadbent) of Vancouver, British Columbia and their one son, Ron of Hamilton. Mrs. Rawson has one brother, Howard St. John on Glad Park Avenue in Stouffville. Plaque presentations were made by Mayor Eldred King on behalf of the Town of Whitchurch- Stouffville and M.P.P. Bill Hodgson for the Province. A certificate of congratulations was also received from Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau. Two beautiful gold goblets were gifts from the family with a bouquet of red roses from the grandchildren. Service was held from the McEachnie Funeral Chapel, Pickering on Tuesday for Mrs. Jimmy Briscoe, following her passing, Feb. 24 in Scarborough Centenary Hospital. Mrs. Briscoe, the former Ethel Evans, is survived by one daughter, Margaret (Mrs. Frank McAvoy) of Claremont; three grandchildren, Brenda Grozelle, Ray Torrance and William; three great- grandchildren, Shawna, Ron and Heidi and one brother, Ross. Interment was made in Claremont Union Cemetery. Help from neighbors Farmer's faith restored GLASGOW — It's been wonderful, Roy Lewis of Glasgow told The Tribune. He was referring to the help received from friends and neighbors after winds of hurricane force cut a swath of destruction across his property, Aug. 19. "In recent years there have been big changes around f,, - T had thought the old-fashioned idea of working together was lost. I know differently now. They came from everywhere," he said. The steel corn bins, although damaged, can be repaired, but a huge elevator, purchased only one year ago, was totally destroyed. Half the roof was blown from the barn. It landed in a nearby field. What remains of the building will be torn down, the owner said, and replaced by a low-level storage shed. While several front -yard trees were twisted off and toppled, the house escaped. Roy and his wife, Helen, were away when the storm struck. The enterprising local farmer has close to 1,500 acres under cultivation, with about 1,000 acres in corn. Champion Arabian mare CLAREMONT — Keep your eyes "peeled" for a striking "black beauty" proudly grazing in a pasture. It's probably Mary Bowden's nine -year -old black Arabian mare, Karavel. If a horse can be proud, Karavel has two reasons to be. Black Arabians are rare and to be admired, and the Canadian Equestrian Federation has selected Karavel as the best over-all performer in the half - Arabian class. Mrs. Bowden, who lives northeast of Claremont, has been raising and training horses for ten years. She presently owns nine horses. Karavel's rider is Brenda Jackson of Whitby. Historical Society provides Fifth Line Church a new home COPPIN'S CORNERS — The Fifth Line Church has found a new home at the Uxbridge - Scott Museum. Contractor Vic Johnston moved the building from its former location near Coppin's Corners, Jan. 31. The structure will be left on timbers until spring, when a stone foundation will be erected. The historical society bought the church, shed, and contents, including pews, pulpit, barrel stove and Uxbridge organ following negotiations with the Presbytery of the United Church of Canada and trustees. Built in 1871 of board and batten construction, it seated a maximum of 100 people. There were originally three sections of shed that accommodated horses and buggies, but two have since been removed. The site, consisting of 81 square perches (one square perch is about equal in size to a square rod), was deeded in 1871 by John Rusnell and wife and conveyed to the local trustees of the Methodist Episcopalian Church of Canada. They were - James B. Forsyth, John Shaw, and Ransom Forsyth. The former site is located on the east side of Regional Road 1A north of Coppin's Corners and Regional Road 21. Originally called Forsyth's Church, it was part of the Ux- bridge circuit, which included Marsh Hill and Uxbridge. These three churches worked together until union in 1884, when the Fif th Line Church became part of the Goodwood circuit. In 1878, the name Forsyth was changed to Fifth Line. A choir was formed that year, led by George Forfar, with organist James Forfar. James transported his melodeon from home each Sunday. It was the only instrument in the neigh- borhood. An organ was not purchased until 1882. Members of the choir were William, George, and Charles Forsyth; Lyman, Mary Jane, Peter and Rebecca Forsyth; Saray and Mary Hockley ; Mary and Annie Mackie and others. In 1874 Daniel Hockley, J.B. Forsyth and Edward Rusnell were Trustees. The church was officially closed around 1964, with trustees Len Pilkey, Ola For- The Uxbridge -Scott Historical Society has 1871 where it remained until recently when the taken possession of the fifth line Church. The society moved the building to their Quaker Hill building was built north of Coppin's Corners in museum site. --Ed Schroeter. syth, and Gordon Symes in charge. Muriel Nesbitt and Isobel St. John prepared the history with the information supplied by Ola Forsyth, a trustee of the church. A more complete history is being prepared by the Uxbridge - Scott Historical Society. Anyone wishing to contribute pictures or records of events relating to the church may send them to the Uxbridge -Scott Historical Society, Box 1301, Uxbridge. 3 With the aid of his hydroponic garden, Claremont resident Rick recently planted crop of ripe, red tomatoes is almost ready for Rose is able to grow fresh vegetables, even in the dead of winter. A harvesting. Ed Schroeter `Garden' produces.�esh vegetables all winter By Ed Schroeter CLAREMONT — Rick Rose was tired of subsisting all winter long on a fare of limp, lifeless, unappetizing supermarket vegetables, and he was tired of paying their "exorbitant" prices. Now he grows his own food, right in his basement; and for next to nothing. Sound im- possible? It's not, the Brock Road resident says. Rick's secret is hydroponics, a somewhat in- novative method of raising crops that's really been in existence for some time. He's been interested in the process for about ten years, but just this past winter has become something of an expert on it along with his neighbor, Ken Mulveney. With only a wooden planter eight feet long, and 18 inches wide, water, inexpensive plant nutrients, seeds, gravel, and artificial lighting, he can supply vegetables for a family of four all winter long, he says. Currently, he has lettuce, tomatoes, and radishes the size of plums under cultivation. He's thinking of planting strawberries next. According to Rick, without the aid of any chemicals or fertilizers, his vegetables will grow faster and larger than anything grown outdoors. He can accomplish this because in his hydroponic garden he can carefully regulate temperature, moisture and light levels, and the amount of food his plants receive, thus providing a perfect environment for them. Rick believes anyone can grow their own vegetables. Apart from the initial in- vestment, it costs next to nothing to purchase seeds and nutrients. To start a hydroponic garden can cost as little as $20. For $300, Rick has designed a very elaborate operation which includes a completely automated feeding system and lighting unit. It's Rick's feeling that in the future all vegetables will be grown this way, at least in the winter. The idea's already very popular in the United States. He would like to get into a commercial operation himself, but can't finance the tremen- dous outlay needed for a large scale operation at_ this time. / 117 r - - Claremont area farm named historic site ? Hugh Miller, R.R. 2, Claremont, is justly been erected in one of the fields signifying this proud of the historical significance attached to his fact. Hugh Miller, his father and grandfather have farm Thistle Ha' on the 7th Concession of been prominent breeders of shorthorn cattle Pickering. Recently, the Government of Canada (above), Clydesdale horses and Shropshire sheep, recognized its significance too and declared the dating back to 1848. i property an historic site. An engraved plaque has Jim Thomas. Burnett and Donald Jamieson %-7 %2, Fire destroys dairy operation BALSAM — Seventy head of Holstein cattle and other livestock perished in a three - alarm blaze at a father and son dairy operation, Monday night. No one was injured in the fire that destroyed Burnett and Donald Jamieson's cattle barn, located on Sideline 4 between the eighth and ninth concessions of Pickering. The families and neighbors were able to save 25 heifers along with milk records, most heavy machinery and the milk house but intense heat made further rescue operations im- possible, Mrs. Jamieson Sr. said. Claremont Fire Chief Jack Ward said the alarm came in at 7:25 p.m. Two other Pickering brigades responded in addition to local units. Back in July, Maudie Graham sold the country store at Balsam and moved to Port Perry. However, residents of that community and beyond, felt anyone who had served their needs so faithfully for so long (thirty-four years), was deserving of formal recognition. So, on Saturday evening, friends and neighbors said "thankyou" at a CLAREMONT — Claremont Fire Chief Jack Ward was honored, recently, for his 30 years' service with the department. An award presentation was made at the Gravenhurst Fire College. A truck remained on the scene, Tuesday, as debris continued to burn. The fire chief's report estimates damage at $250,000. The cause remains a mystery. Mrs. Jamieson told how a grandson Ray Jamieson, was the first to spot the fire. It began, she said, near the top of the building. Her son Donald had just returned from milking only fifteen minutes before, she said. She told The Tribune they are very appreciative of assistance offered by everyone in the community. At one point neighbors formed a human chain to corral the stray animals and later penned them up on Stan Davis' property. "Maudie Graham Night" in the Mount Zion Community Centre. Special speakers included The Honorable William G. Newman (left) and Rolph Corson, one of the chief organizers of the event. Mrs. Graham was presented with a color television set, a purse of money and a card signed by everyone in the area. ,Jim Thomas Many Claremont area residents attended the `open house' Saturday, marking the completion of new buildings on the farm of Burnett and Don Jamieson. It was last spring that fire destroyed their barn and killed many of their livestock. Storekeeper for 34 years By ED SCHROETER sugar, oatmeal, rice, and beans BALSAM — Things just were all stored in barrels under seem a little out of place, now the counter. The cookies and that Maudie Graham's cheerful candies were in jars. The _ voice and twinkling eyes aren't storekeeper weighed out the to be found behind the counter at merchandise on scales and �r Balsam General Store. place it in paper bags. "After 34 years, you get to She recalls the large wooden " > know a lot of people and make a casks in the basement in which ' lot of friends," Mrs. Graham Lapp's vinegar was stored. t ' noted. According to Maudie, a Y f'` Mrs. Graham is moving store is really a family A back to a home in Port Perry. operation. Each of their six "The store was getting to be just children helped out. They are a little too much for me now," Bill, Dorothy (Mrs. Irvin Gib- _ she explained. son); Joan (Mrs. Glen Maudie and her husband Fleming); Diane (Mrs. Carl Orr took over the store in Oc- Parliament) ; Debra (Mrs. tober,1945, though she managed Peter Costa), and Linda Y ~� it mostly on her own. Mr. Sullivan. Graham passed away in 1975. "This has been a wonderful Her husband, in the armed community in which to raise a R services between 1940 and 1945 family", Maudie stressed. "You �^ was due to return home. She can trust everyone, and people began considering what they help each other out." .N would do. "I'm going to miss the "I just thought I'd like to people," she admitted. "I hope work in a store. Perhaps to come back to the com- i because I like people, young or munity's events; I've been back '. - • t . old," she said. twice already and I've only been Maudie Graham's brother, gone a week," Mrs. Graham Les Smith, told them the exclaimed. Balsam Store wass up for sale. Now she plans to do "all the "We came to see it, and we liked things I haven't had time to do," it." like travelling and visiting her Mrs. Graham knows a little 16 grandchildren and one great of its history. According to local grandchild. history buffs, it was built in 1890 She stresses she's leaving as a store and post office.. When the store in capable hands — it was burned down, they drew Grant and Shirley Jones. Maudie Graham, a much loved and respected resident, is han- bricks from Whitby and rebuilt "It's a good feeling to have ding over the Balsam General Store to Grant and Shirely Jones after it. someone you know take over. 34 years as proprieter. A night in her honor will be held in the Mount When the Graham's first You become attached to a Zion Community Centre on August 18 from 7 to 8 p.m. Ed Schroeter bought the business, the foods, dace." �— Maudie guest of honor By JENNIE JOHNSON GLEN MAJOR — On Saturday evening, Aug. 18, Maudie Graham, operator of Balsam Store for 34 years, was honored at a gathering in the Mt. Zion Community Centre. Speakers included Lloyd Wilson, The Hon. Wm. G. Newman and Tony Corson. Each told how Maudie had been held in high regard by young and old alike in the neigh- borhood. She was presented with a 21 inch color television set and a purse of money. Maudie is now living in Port Perry. Late Arthur Latcham Town is indebted STOUFFVILLE — "Never have so many, owed so much, to one man". These words, spoken by Rev. Ted Creen, were taken from an address delivered by Mayor Ken Laushway during an event back in 1972, honoring Town benefactor, Arthur Lat- cham. They were said then, in life and repeated Monday, in death. Art Latcham was borne to his final resting place in Glasgow Cemetery, following his passing, Aug. 10. "I walk through the park and see children in the pool. I see wedding receptions in Latcham Hall; ball games on a floodlit diamond and I think of all the wonderful things this man, Arthur Latcham, has done for this community," said Mr. Creen. "Certainly, Stouff- ville is a better place for his being here". While we all owe him much, many of us took him for granted, said the minister. He described him as "a fascinating man with a unique personality". "He had a soft spot in his heart for children." Art Latcham, an extremely wealthy man through timely property acquisitions, took pride in seeing others benefit by it. However, the Stouffville Park was not the only beneficiary. The Arena and the library knew his generosity, so also did other communities like Goodwood, Port Perry, Markham, Altona, Atha,. . Mt. Zion and Cedar Grove. He provided the land on which Participation House and High Point Lodge now stand. ARTHUR LATCHAM He was an honorary member of the Stouffville Lions Club and most of his good works were done through this organization. A veteran of World War I, Art Latcham was an excellent athlete in his day. He was also looked on as one of the best magicians in the world. A self-made success, he designed and developed many of the golf courses in this area yet he seldom, if ever, played the game. Except for a few close friends, the tragic death of his wife, left him virtually alone. Elaine Latcham was killed in an auto accident three years ago. Surviving are two stepsons, Robert of Thornhill and Larry in Toronto and two brothers, Edgar of Uxbridge and Cecil at Agincourt. Attending the service, Monday, held from the O'Neill Chapel, Stouffville, was Gary Herrema, Mayor of the Twp. of Uxbridge; family relatives and close acquaintances. Pall- bearers were: Ted Cadieux, Les Clarke, Bob Simpson, Allan Mitchell, Lloyd Dyer and Jack Ryan. Memory will live on This comn#tinity has lost its kindest and most generog5.Xriend in the passing, August io, of Arthur l atcham. Many bf the good things our town now enj�ooys; are a direct result of his generosity. Yet, his death will not be felt in a personal way by Wany+ here Because few knew him in a personal way. He reached out and touched their lives, yet remained at arm's length of those he helped so much. His gifts were of such .size and cost, fitting appreciations fell short, of what even a municipality could muster. And yet, all he really expected was a simple thanks. For Art Latcham, at heart, was a simple man who, through good management of land holdings and subsequent sales, turned properties into dollars. Many of these dollars be later turned into projects; projects that now stand as permanent memorials to his memory. Despite his wealth, Art Latcham was never affected by it. Rather, he seemed to gain his greatest satisfaction from seeing others benefit from it. Strange as it may seem, his closest associates were children. He was always sure of an audience whenever there were kids around and his feats of magic would hold their attention for hours. Whether performing on stage before several hundred or attending a backyard carnival with ten, his greatest satisfaction came from making children laugh. And he accomplished this, everywhere he went. In life as in death, then, it is satisfying to know that many of his donations are benefitting young people ---community halls at Port Perry, Goodwood, Zephyr and Stouff- ville; floodlights at ball diamonds in Good- wood, Cedar Grove and Stouffville; the Stouffville swimming pool; community centres at Altona, Atha and Mt. Zion; the picnic shelter in Stouffville, the list goes on and on. Participation House and High Point Lodge in Markham might never have become a reality except for his purchase of land on which these buildings now stand. And the site could still see the erection of a hospital some time in the future. Art Latcham is gone, but will never be forgotten, not by this community or by others. For monuments to his memory are everywhere. May these memorials live on and may we always remember him by them. _ Graduation m Claremont CLAREMONT — Sharon Noble and Darlene Gammage have won two of Claremont Public School's most coveted awards at the grade eight graduation, June 21. Sharon is $25 richer following her acceptance of the General Academic Proficiency Award. She also received a subject award in history. Darlene was the recipient of Glen Hammond, president of the Claremont Lions Club, presented Darlene Gammage with the Ken Ward Memorial Trophy for all round proficiency at Claremont school's recent grade eight graduation. Darlene was also the class's valedictorian. additional coverage of the graduation will follow in next week's Tribune. —Ed Schroeter But Mr. Todd added that at times they are also "a very close group." According to Mr. Todd, the staff tried to develop both qualities, individuality and comradeship in the students. Speaking directly to the graduates, the principal advised them, "I think that if you take nothing else from the school, then a good word to take with you is responsibility. This is something important that you have learned here." "You and you alone are responsible for what you do," he told them. Durham Board of Education trustee Linda Carder in her remarks, said it is "amazing to see these graduates grow up in one day," marvelling at the transformation from blue jeans to suits and gowns. The trustee told the graduates they should view their next step into high school as "an opportunity to make new friends, meet new challenges, and an opportunity for more education." The graduates are Wayne Balding, Jim Bedford, Brian Benson, Kathi Bowes, Kim Budd, Jim Burrows, Darlene Calhoun, Stephen Carruthers, Rod Cook, Reiner Ehlers, Della Fitzgerald, Chris Fraser, Derek French, Darlene Gammage, Ian Garson, Richard Harper, John Hill, Wanda Hoover, Kelli Ingram, Karen Malcolm, Shawn Missen, Vince Morgan, Sharon Noble, Sandra O'Day, Jeff Pepper, Gary Postill, Lorna Tapscott, Kim Todd and Brad Wideman. Doners are the Claremont Lionettes, the Claremont Lions, and the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies' Auxiliary. the Ken Ward Memorial Award for all round proficiency, the art prize, and a school letter, given for participation in sports and academic achievement over a three year period. Addressing the graduates and the many parents who crowded into the auditorium, Claremont principal Stan Todd said there are "a lot of good students" in the class. Mr. Todd explained further the staff tried to recognize the efforts of as many students as possible by spreading the prizes around among deserving pupils. Other prize winners are Vince Morgan, the Les Parker Memorial Trophy for English proficiency and the science prize; Lorna Tapscott, the Gauss Award for mathematical excellence, the math subject award, and a school letter; and Rod Cook of Green River received the Muriel Gostick Citizenship Award, a former teacher from Green River school. Wanda Hoover won the french prize; Kathi Bowes the geography award; Della Fit- zgerald and Brad Wideman were selected as the outstanding athletes of the class. The valedictorian was Darlene Gammage, and the emcee was .Derek French. Mr. Todd told the audience most of the graduates had at- tended the school since kin- dergarten, or joined three years ago when the Green River School was closed. "They've changed con- siderably over the years. At times they are very strong in- dividuals," he said, evoking laughter from the graduates and parents. "They certainly can stand up and speak for them- selves." �I 0 W W Andrea Tuck, RR 1, Claremont, was chosen residents will see Andrea and her pretty to be this year's Uxbridge Fair Queen during the smile often throughout the next year as she annual Spring Water Days festival. Local carries out her duties. ---Ed Schroeter Andrea Tuek R.R.I Claremont BALSAM — Shirley Jones looks upon her job as the new owner - operator of the Balsam General Store as a "challenge", and after five months she says she is "really enjoying it.,, Even though she was relatively inexperienced in the retailing trade, Shirley jumped at the chance to take over because she"wanted to keep Balsam alive." Shirley and husband Grant approached the former owner of the store, Maudie Graham, about taking it over, two years ago. Mrs. Graham didn't show any interest at the time, but on her decision to retire this year, the Jones' were contacted and the transfer was made. Shirley used to live in the Claremont area when she was young, and the Jones' lived two doors east of the Balsam store when they were first married. They have also resided in Brooklin and most recently in Manilla, near Lindsay. Thus, Shirley says that working and living in Balsam is like a " home coming. " The store is open seven days a week, so Shirley finds she doesn't have much free time. Grant Jones is employed as an ice cream salesman and a saw -sharpener, and works in the store on his days off. The Jones' have three children who are also very handy doing odd jobs to help out their mother. As well, Shirley has a girl who comes in a few days a week to help out. Despite her long hours, Shirley says the days seem to go by fast, probably because she keeps so busy, while at the same time enjoying her work. Shirley knows quite a few of her customers personally, and says "the people are nice, and have been behind us all the way." Shirley's only ex- perience in the retailing business was about ten years ago when she worked behind the cash register at another general store. She had never done any purchasing of merchandise, but seems to have picked up the business end very quickly. "There's always something to be learned... you learn a lot about people, too." she says. The new owners have kept it " pretty well the same." The only changes being that they now scoop ice cream and sell some crafts. Shirley hopes to increase her stock of crafts made by people from the surrounding area. From the looks of things so far, Shirley Jones is capably carrying on the tradition of ex- cellence eestablished by Maudie Graham at the Balsam General Store. A grand ' nin91, At the re -opening of the Pickering Museum, site in ureenwooa. mere is stu► some worK to Lieutenant -Governor Pauline McGibbon un- be done on the museum, but it is expected to be veiled two plaques; one from the previous operating fully by 1980. location in Brougham, and the other at the new With this beautiful wood sign on the road, visitors won't have any excuses about not knowing where the new Pickering Museum is. Just in case you don't, it's located right across from the Greenwood General Store. GREENWOOD — The new Pickering Museum is now officially open. The weather was beautiful and the crowds packed the tiny village of Greenwood to see The Honorable Pauline McGibbon cut the ribbon and unveil the plaques to com- memorate the museum. "It is an honor to be here and take part in such an event. It gives one a great feeling to see the rewards of hard work", she said. Pickering Mayor Jack Anderson was master of ceremonies and introduced the speakers who were in attendance. They included The Hon. William G. Newman; M.P. Scott Fen- nell; and M.P.P. George Ashe. Each expressed their pleasure to be a part of the opening ceremonies, and wished the museum project good luck in the future. After the speeches, the I dignitaries toured the site and some of the thirteen structures, led by the lieutenant —Governor. Plan sport facilities CLAREMONT — The hamlet may soon become a haven for golf enthusiasts if Murray Carson's proposed sports project goes ahead. Pickering Town Council has approved the golf course along with other recreational facilities on an old golf course site. The land, formerly owner by Robert G. Roy, is located on the north side of the eighth concession, east of the Brock Road. Mr. Carson is now waiting for final approval from the Ministry of Housing. Property in that area is held frozen under a special order. Mr. Carson said he hopes to hear more from them in another month. Nancy Ward and Barbara Warden were HILL, Myrtle - At Parkview Nursing Home on Tuesday, officially installed as April loth, 1979, in her 87th Session members of year. Beloved wife of the late Loss Hill. Loving mother Claremont United of Wilmot of Claremont, Laura Church, Sunday. They (Mrs. Eugene Paisley) of were given the right hand Stouffville, I leon (Mrs. Wm, Of fellowshi b Earle Hicks) of Weston, Ray of Cook, Jackp Ward and Dean Evans. The McEachn a FuneralCollinwood.t ed Home, Pickering. in- stallation address was Service and Committal was held delivered by Rev. Ed- in the Chapel, Friday at 2.00 p.m ward Cook Interment at Claremont _ __ Cemetery. I Mabel —Entered into rest y at her residence Picker - Wednesday, May 2, 1979, Gregg, beloved wife of the 'don Gregg, loving mother of eaNrrsistern of Winifred of ciwjaiiu, NurrTian OT Australia, and sister-in-law of Jean Isobell, Mrs. Gregg will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W. Pickering nofaxPickeringpatwAi)tr Friday. Complete funeral service and committal in the chapel on Saturday May 5 at 2 P. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery, Misfortune hits boys'school CLAREMONT — For the Timiskaming in northern second time in just over a year, Quebec. an unfortunate event has struck Cause of last week's blaze St. John's private boys' school has been attributed to the near Claremont. lighting of cleaning fuel in an effort to burn a piece of carpet On Thursday night, a fire from one of the floors during caused an estimated $75,000 renovations. damage to the building's main Flames quickly spread dormitory. through the second and third floors of the school and although In June of last year, twelve three boys and two teachers students and an instructor died were inside the school at the in a canoeing accident on Lake time, all escaped without iniury. Firemen from Claremont and three other Pickering stations were on the scene almost four hours. A tanker truck was despatched from Stouffville to replenish the water supply. Headmaster Frank Felletti praised the firefighters' response, saying the entire structure might have been destroyed except for their swift action. Two firemen were injured and required hospital treat- ment. Steven Craig was over- come by smoke and heat and Ron Roberge was stung about the face when attacked by a swarm of bees. Part of the re -construction project includes a new chapel, established in memory of the students and the instructor who died so tragically last year. This section of the building escaped damage. Storekeeper turns actor CLAREMONT — Paul Lake, owner of the general store in Claremont smiles and blushes slightly when you mention the movies. That's because he was in one, Sept. 5. And his delighted friends agree it's not often a local storekeeper and his wife are asked to participate in a CBC film. But the-- only reason Paul and his wife, Doris were cast is because the producers felt they were perfect for the parts. The crew had searched far and wide they wanted "the real thing." until they found the store and the And it worked out couple they wanted. beautifully. Doris said all Paul When Paul was formally could do was smile the entire asked by letter in the middle of time. August, there were hints he'd be "His apron was dirty, and involved in the actual shooting, he needed a haircut, but the but he "didn't think too much of producer said he looked just it then." right for the. part." When the time came for the Paul said it was an exciting filming, his store was re- experience which they enjoyed arranged and decorated. very much. Many of his friends Originally, an actor from tease him, now, but he just Toronto was to play Paul's role replies that "stars have to ex - but the film- makers decided pect these things." Paul, Doris, and children, Richard, 24, and Wendy, 20, moved from Willowdale and took over the store in Claremont about ten years ago. They find the townsfolk very friendly and co-operative, as did the TV crew during .the shooting. The name of the film is, "A Fine Determined Man", to be aired on the CBC in March, when no doubt everyone in Claremont will be huddled around their sets looking for local celebrities. Plan fashion parade CLAREMONT — In any the event, Oct. 3 at 8 p.m., with season,, there's nothing like a the latest in fall and winter fashion show to create an at- attire by Josephine and The mosphere of excitement among Villager of Markham. the ladies of a community. A craft table, dessert and At the Claremont United coffee will round out the Church, next month, the ex- evening. citement will be two -fold. The Tickets are available in fashion display is for gentlemen advance from any U.C.W. as well. member or by calling Lillian The U.C.W. is sponsoring Gauslin at 649-2115. f 9 '�9 Married recently i Congratulations to Grace Bielby and Verne Hoover, formerly of Atha, married Nov. 3 in the Stouffville Missionary Church. Following their wedding, a reception was held at the Deer Park Inn. Verne and Grace are now residing in Toronto. M only a doll -maker knows for sure Her beautiful antique china doll reproductions maker, Betty DeVitt of Claremont poses with one look so life -like, it's easy to mistakingly start up a of the more elaborately dressed reproductions. conversation with them. Here, the talented doll- JoAnn Thompson Her china dolls look almost real CLAREMONT — As a child, she didn't even have one doll. Today, she has one hundred of them. And for two and a half years, Betty DeVitt of Claremont has been adding to her unique collection of antique china reproductions. In fact, she's made every one of them and she even con- ducts classes to instruct others. Her own background in doll - making consists of lessons from Marion Fasan at her shop in Richmond Hill. The porcelain beauties come to life in her own home. The faces, hands, and feet begin as hard plaster molds. Liquid porcelain called slip is then poured into the form, and when fired in a kiln becomes china. The dolls have no character until the china paint is delicately applied to form the features, Glass eyes imported from Germany, golden life -like hair, and an elaborate ensemble in velvet, satin, or silk complete their personalities. Betty says the dolls are so real looking she often finds herself conversing with them. But that only goes to show she does her work well. Last year she sold a reproduction of a doll made near the turn of the century for $250. She admits the dolls are ex- pensive, but wants to con- centrate on classes in making them rather than sales. Betty's best form of ad- vertising are the shows she attends from time to time. Her dolls were on display at the Uxbridge Steam Threshing Days, and she says she received "great response." She also showed at a craft display in the Sheridan Mall, in Oshawa, and at Morgan's Jewellers in Stouffville. And on Oct. 17, her dolls will help the Claremont Ladies Institute celebrate its 70th anniversary. Her students range in age from 20 to 60 years old. Most of the older ladies are fascinated because they remember the china dolls they had as children. But Betty is surprised that the men who come to visit with her husband are also interested in her craft. Farm still a mnn7s world Women left out of most decisions, rural study finds KITCHENER (CP) -- It's still a man's world when it comes to who moves and shakes things in rural communities in Canada, delegates to a Women's Institute conference found out last week. Molly McGhee, director of home economics for Ontario's ministry of agriculture and food, said that in rural activities crucial decisions on land planning, education and com- munity projects seem to be left al- most exclusively to men. Despite all the labor-saving appli- ances that are supposed to free women from housework so they can devote more time to outside inter- ests, the rural homemaker is spend- ing more time on home tasks than she did 50 years ago, Ms McGhee said. 53.3 hours She cited a study made in 1977-78 called Rural Women: Their Works, Their Needs and Their Role in Rural Development, in which 100 rural women in each province were sur- veyed. The survey found they averaged 53.3 hours of housework and spent about 29 hours a week in the family enterprise. In 1929 they spent 52 hours a week on housework. "It would seem that although appli- ances may save them time in one area, they use that (time) for some- thing else, still in related house tasks." The study said rural women sur- veyed expressed high degrees of satisfaction with their housework and child care, family business (mainly farming), labor force partici- pation and home production of goods. `Year of the Child' Kids have their day CLAREMONT — It was their day. Special Day of the Child at Claremont Public School, Oct. 24. In conjunction with In- ternational Year of the Child, the day was set aside for the students to learn of children in other countries, view films, and cook exotic foods from far away lands. Principal Stan Todd began the program with an an- nouncement concerning the day's events, and asked each class to observe two minutess' silence in remembrance of children less fortunate than themselves. Each class was shown three films on multi-culturalism, did some creative writing, and researched. topics assigned. Student -to -teacher Ratio remains low CLAREMONT — Student- ratio is 22 to one. The Board's to 30; junior - 26 to 32; and in - teacher ratios are well under the recommendation is 25 children termediate - 28 to 35. Board of Education guidelines to every instructor. at Claremont Public School, In class sizes, Claremont is The principal said Linda principal Stan Todd told The either within or under the Carder, Durham Region Tribune last week. guidelines, but not over. Ideal Trustee for Claremont, had been The school has a total of 265 numbers for kindergarten instrumental in keeping the pupils and he said the student classes are 20 to 28; primary - 24 ratio within limits. PICKERING — The town's executive committee agreed Monday night to turn over Claremont Community Centre to Claremont Lion's Club, but at the same meeting failed to help Fairport Beach Community Centre out of financial dif- ficulty. Gino Marrocco, president of Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association, said $12,000 has been spent on building a new centre, but because of labor costs, only the basement is finished. Marrocco pointed out later the ratepayers lost some of their funds when the town reneged on a building permit to repair an older building damaged by fire after a new roof had already been built. The association has only $800 left in its treasury, said Marrocco, who made a plea for financial assistance. Coun. Doug Dickerson said he opposed the request because "it would give any community a moral right to walk into this council chamber and ask for equal treatment." He added it "would open the floodgates of highter tax rates." Dickerson also argued that the $20,000 still needed to complete the centre is too high a price, and said he favored a recreation facility in the town's centre, something which would be open to all. Mayor Jack Anderson said since the town does not own the land the centre is on, he would favor financial support only if the association would deed the land to the town. Marrocco said it would be hard to deed the property because there are 280 families with rights to it but the association was willing to make the facility available to any group in Pickering subject to the parks and recreation department. The committee has passed a . bylaw allowing the Claremont Community Centre to be managed, at least for 14 months, by the local Lions Club. The Lions will be given the centre starting Nov.1 rent free and the town will carry out any repairs to the building if necessary. CLAREMONT — Nancy Ward and Kim Evans received Provinical Honors' Diplomas, Nov. 29, at a 4- H Achievement Day in Ajax. Both have com- pleted twelve projects. With six projects com- pleted, Kelly Evans and Darlene Gammage received County Honors' Certificates. Susan Gammage, Kelly Evans, and Kelli Creet, par- ticipatred in a demon- stration, "How to Enlarge and Transfer a Design to Canvas". The twelve members completing the fall project "Needle- point" were - Kim and Kelly Evans, Darlene and Susan Gammage, Kelli Creet, Susan Craig, Nancy Ward, Annette Reid, JoAnn Mairs, Laura Vale, Lorna Tapscott and Carolyn Malcolm. A cry for 'kids' liberation' is heard at regional council (Editor's note: Durham regional chairman Walter Beath attended an educators' breakfast last month and heard Tara Shukla address the teachers. He was amazed at the insight shown by the 10-year-old and in- vited her to speak to his council. This she did on Wednesday. Following is her speech on the International Year of the Child.) By TARA SHUKLA This is the year 1979, the International Year of the Child and, as such, concerns all of us here today. The time has come for us to look at the situation of the Canadian Child. But, first, what is a child? Well, a child can simply be defined as someone who is too old for the cradle but isn't ready for mother's new sofa. The fact that kids are a separate group makes it tough for uv. We are treated by adults as if we are basically inferior; it is i assumed that kids are generally mindless idiots who by some miracle will transform into mature, rational adults upon reaching the age of 18. HELPERS To help them in this process are various trainers and officials called parents, teachers or girl guide leaders. But I am here to tell you we have been betrayed by them. According to Canadian ?: law, all grown-up persons above the age of 18 are allowed to vote; all, that x is, except for convicts and lunatics who are made wards of the state and are given very limited freedom. This means that all persons under the age of 18 are in the same class as convicts and lunatics, for they too, don't have the vote. That is why no grown- up wants to remember this painful period of his or her life. Why would anyone want to own up to the fact that he or she once was a convict, a lunatic or a kid? HARASSMENT To be a child is to un- dergo a lot of harassment from morning to night. Grown-ups are con- stantly checking up on us by asking questions such as: "Did you make your bed? Did you wash the back of your neck? Have you got a sweater on? Or did you wear your boots?" How would you like to ask your mother: "Did you do the laundry or the shopping? Have you washed the dishes? What are you doing sitting there when it is time to cook the dinner?" If only we could, then they would see how we feel. It's the same with teachers. Why don't they go out on days when it is minus 30 degrees and let us send them out of the halls? Our laws also require that children be not allowed to work until they are 16; work for money that is. So we just stick to our homework, shovelling snow, taking out the garbage and washing the car! RESPONSIBLE . Children should be responsible and respect other people's property. They should not break windows, whip water - bombs, put frogs in the teacher's desk or whip snowballs. The United Nations has some suggestions as to what kids have a right to; things like love, affection and understanding, adequate nutrition and medical care, free education and a full op- portunity to play. Millions of dollars have been pledged by different governments of the world for improving children's lives, but the following suggestions will be more to the point and will save a lot of money: SUGGESTIONS —Double the number of professional development days in the year; —Don't give detentions, let teachers have them this year; —Don't hand out report cards; fiend us to the office only when we're very good and —Please, please don't try to improve children's lives. Grown-ups should strive to improve their own lives. So, come on kids, in this year of the child, let us all join together and demand our freedom; freedom from the tyranny of adults. This is nothing short of a call for kids' liberation! Let me remind you, that today's free, liberated and responsible children will become tomorrow's free liberated and responsible adults. Canada needs them] A 10-YEAR-OLD PICK- undivided attention of the over close to 50 com- ERING pupil, Tara region's 30 councillors. petitors at the three levels Shukla, managed almost Tara, who shared the of competition. She is a the impossible at Durham spotlight with chairman Grade 6 pupil at French - Region council yesterday Walter Beath, won top man Bay public school. when she received the honors with her speech —Times staff photo q 7 q Ella May Hammond Respected resident will be missed CLAREMONT — The Claremont community paid its respects to a highly respected resident and local family remembered a devoted wife, mother and grandmother at the funeral, Sunday, for Mrs. Tom Hammond in the Claremont United Church. Mrs. Hammond, the former Ella May Prouse, passed away, April 6 in the Ajax -Pickering Hospital following a lengthy illness of almost three years. Born near Kinsale in Pickering Twp., the daughter of Arthur John and Sarah Ann Prouse, she married Tom Hammond 41 years ago in June. They celebrated their 40th anniversary at a family reunion last vear. Providing a good home for her children was Mrs. Ham- mond's first concern. There are four sons, Alfred, William, Robert and Glen all of Claremont; one daughter, Gwen (Mrs. George Ingram) of Coppins' Corners and three grandchildren, Melissa and Tommy Hammond; and Kristi Dawn Ingram. Surviving also are four brothers, Lorne, Edgar, Milton and Russell and four sisters, Doris (Mrs. Elmour Bell) of Uxbridge; Hilda (Mrs. Ross Gordon) of Walkerton; Gladys (Mrs. Jon Inglis) of Georgetown and Isobel (Mrs. Wm. Nicholson) of Marmora. One sister, Verna, passed away five weeks ago. Ella Hammond was a member of the United Church and her pastor, Rev. Edward Cook spoke of -her close associations through the years. She had taught Sunday School there, looking of ter a class of six to eight year olds.. Mrs. Hammond was a strong person who, despite the seriousness of her illness, bore the pain and suffering without complaint. She'll be missed. Interment was in Claremont Cemetery. Plowing Match The 1979 Junior Plowing Match and Coaching Day, sponsored by the Region of Durham, Rama and Mara Plowmen's Association, was held at the farm of Earl Bacon, R.R.3, Uxbridge, on Tuesday, August 28th, with 11 competitors taking part in the various classes. This is an annual event held to provide instruction and an opportunity for farm boys and girls to learn the art of match plowing. The program started with comments by the Judge, Mr. Fred Timbers, Stouffville, following which the contestants each plowed a land. At the conclusion of the plowing, the Judge again commented on the work that was done by the competitors. The results of the competition are as follows: Class 1 - no entry Class 2 - Open to those who will be 12 years of age by November 1st, 1979, but have not reached their 16th birthday by November 1st, 1979, and who have not plowed at a plowing match. 1st Steven Jackson, R.R. 3, Port Perry and 2nd Trevor Till R.R. 3, Uxbridge. Class 3 - open to those who will be 16 years of age by November 1st, 1979, but have not reached their 23rd birthday by November 1st, 1979, and who have plowed at a plowing match. 1st Lorne Britton R.R. 3, Claremont; 2nd Bernice Dunkeld, 11.11.1, Zephyr; 3rd, Kevin Grose, R.R.3, Mount Albert; 4th Davie Nixon, R.R. 4, Sunderland, 5th Dale Snoddon, R.R. 4, Sunderland; 6th Darrell Snoddon, R.R. 4, Sunderland; 7th Ivan Bacon, R.R. 3, Uxbridge Class 4 - Open to those who will be 16 years of age by November 1st, 1979, but have not reached their 23rd birthday by November 1st, 1979 and who have not plowed at a plowing match. 1st Larry Bacon, R.R. 3, Uxbridge; 2nd Brian Till,R.R. 3, Uxbridge. H.L. Fair Trophy - Mr. Lynn Fair, former Agricultural Representative for Ontario County, has donated a trophy for the best plowed land in the Junior Match. This trophy is for annual competition. Winner - Lorne Britton, R.R.3, Claremont; Run- ner-up - Bernice Dunkeld, R.R.1, Zephyr Dunkeld nabs five awards for plowing excellence UXBRIDGE — Steven Dunkeld of RR 1 Zephyr was presented with five awards at the recent plowing match awards banquet sponsored by the Region of Durham, Rama and Mara Plowmen's Association. Dunkeld picked up the Bill Scott Trophy for the best plowed land by a high school student in classes 2, 3, and 4; the Armour McMillan, Greenbank, trophy for the best crown in class 3; the Joseph G. Tran memorial trophy for best plowed land in tractor classes by a resident who has not reached his 19th birthday; the Hon. William G. Newman Trophy for the beat plowed land who has not reached his 23rd birthday; and the Simpson - Sears special for the best finish in class 2 or 3. Other winners from the recent regional plowing match were Jim Ferguson of RR 4 Sunderland for the best finish in tractor classes; Herb Jarvis of Agincourt for the best plowed land in utility class by a competitor using a mounted plow, three or more furrows; Lorne Britton of RR 3 Claremont for the best plowed land in junior plowing match and Ellis Britton of RR 3 Claremont and Don Dunkeld of RR 1 Zephyr for the best plowed land in tractor classes by residents of south and north Ontario County areas. KEITH NORTON(right) the Minister of Community and Social opening ceremonies for Central Seven Industries in Port Services, signs an autograph for Scott Wells, (left) son of Perry Sunday afternoon. See page 31 for story and more Councillor Alan Wells of Uxbridge, (centre) after the grand photos. _ —photo by Lynn Rhodes New store opens Saturday Idea reaps profits CLAREMONT — Selling at flea markets gave them the idea. So this Saturday at 9 a.m. they'll open their own store, specializing in low-priced men's, women's, and children's clothing. The Claremont Bargain Barn will be run by Myrt Brown, R.R. 1, Claremont, and Pat Donaldson, Scarborough. Friends since they were about 12, Myrt explained they've organized several flea markets together, including one in the Sheridan Mall, Pickering. "It was an impulsive idea, really. We enjoy selling, and one day found a supplier who said would give us new merchandise at reasonable prices. The store will be something like Bi-Way in Toronto." The bargain centre will only open Saturdays, so Myrt will continue working at the Bank of Commerce in Claremont. The store is east of Lake's Corner Store, and for the grand opening beautiful red roses will be given out to lady customers. Retirement dinner for pastor CLAREMONT — A dinner will be held, Dec. 30 in the Claremont Baptist Church for the retirement of Rev. Lorne Smith. The event begins at 5:30 p.m., and everyone is invited to attend. Talented fiddler, Bill Clark of Greenwood has attended many a barn dance in his day, but his most recent engagement was special. Over 150 r� t people joined the Jamieson family of Balsam to celebrate the completion of a new dairy barn. destroyed by fire last April. Jo -Ann Thompson Celebrate opening of new barn 019time square, dance BALSAM — Who would dream of venturing out on a cold, rainy Saturday night to attend a square dance in a barn where you had to relax on hay bales between sets? Strange as it sounds, over 150 men, women, boys, and girls did it, Oct. 27. The place? Burnett and Donald Jamieson's barn on Sideline 4 between the 8th and 9th Cone. of Pickering. The gathering was to celebrate the re -construction of a new dairy facility, which began after a fire last April totally destroyed the structure, causing $250,000 damage. Friends and neighbors who had helped in the raising came from neighboring towns, and as far away as Markham, Bowmanville, and Toronto to hear Bill Clark, one of the most famous fiddlers in these parts, and the rest of the group play old-time favorites. For Mr. Jamieson, Sr., the gathering brought back memories of his 69 years on the farm. What was at Balsam 69 years ago? Lots, says Burnett. "Back then it was nothing for a hundred people to get together for a barn dance. And there was the old General Store, the same one that stands today." Burnett's son, Donald, and his wife, Shirley, have lived on the same farm for 20 years, helping in the operation. Many of the men who had helped with the repairs are members of the Brooklin Junior Farmers. The other musicians were Harvey Bath, Ashburn; Len Waltham, Kinsale; Tom Davis, Balsam; and Nelson Cole, Greenwood. In honor of Arthur Latcham Art Latcham loves our Stouffville As he's shown in many a way And so to show our thanks We declared "Art Latcham Day" All across our nation July 1 is Dominion Day But this year, here in Stouffville It was "Art Latcham Day" People turned out in hundreds And gathered thru' the town Friendly neighbors smiled and talked All up the streets and down The Park was jam-packed For all the fun and games Ones who hardly knew each other Were called by their first names It started off at 10 a.m. Continued till long past dark There was something doing every minute Throughout Memorial Park The swimming pool was crowded Even pets got in the act Ball games and horseshoe pitching The midway was really packed Judo, wrestling and tug-o-war The Bar-B-Que was good It sure made a body hungry To smell their sizzling food Then, in the evening, the climax The dedication of Latcham Hall The star of the show, Art Latcham Was cheered by one and all July 1st, across our lard Has always been Dominion Day But, just this once, in `72 It was outshone by "Latcham Day" —Contributed. Color portrait The beautiful color portrait of Arthur Latcham, unveiled at the opening of Latcham Hall, Saturday evening, was completed by Ted Cadieux of Cadieux Studio, Stouffville.. Scholarships Murray Anderson, Marion Britton, of Claremont, was daughter_ of Ellis and recently awarded an Dorothy of Claremont, undergraduate schol- recently received her arship during a wine degree as a chartered and cheese party at accountant. She spent Durham College. I Anderson part of the holidays skiing Mr. at Lake Placid, N.Y. received a $200 scholarship for Year 1 Mechanical Tech- niques, donated by. Lewis Beaton. %Z On the way to invell a plaque at historic Thistle Ha' Thistle Ha' . a historic site Farmed 131 years by Millers BROUGHAM (Staff) — The importance of a local family farm to the Canadian agricul- ture industry was recognized Saturday by its designation as a national historic site. As more than 200 friends, neighbors and relatives of Hugh and Elsie Miller looked on, a plaque which bestows national historic significance on their farm, Thistle Ha', was un- veiled. Thistle Ha' received its his- toric designation because of the importance it has played in the development of pedigree live- stock, not only in Canada, but the United States and South America. The 131-year-old family farm was established by Miller's grandfather John about 1848 and succeeding generations of Millers have maintained the farm's reputation for breeding stock. John Miller, who immigrated from Scotland in 1835 and bought the land from the Barclay family, introduced the first breed of Yorkshire pigs to North America and was among the pioneers in farming Short- horn, cattle, Shropshire sheep and Clydesdale horses. Among those present for the plaque unveiling by Miller's cousin Barstow Miller were On- tario Agriculture Minister Bill Newman, Ontario riding MP Scott Fennell, Durham Region Chairman Walter Beath, Pick- ering Coun. Gerry Fisher and representatives of agriculture associations. The 200-acre Thistle Ha' (ha' is a corruption of a British word meaning hall — not a large country estate, but still an estate) is located at the corner of Brock Road and Conc. 7 and still farmed by 66-year-old Miller, who uses a team of Clydesdales instead of a trac- tor. Newman, also MPP for the area, praised the contribution of the Miller family to the agri- culture industry and recognized Hugh Miller's personal struggle to keep the farm from falling into the hands of the federal government. Originally expropriated for the now shelved Pickering In- ternational Airport, Miller fought a three-year court battle to save his farm and eventually became the only person to get his property back after it was expropriated. Technically, Ottawa could still expropriate the farm, but only if overwhelming necessity was proved. Essentially, however, the federal government abandoned the expropriation after Miller agreed to grant a noise ease- ment to the government in the eventuality the airport is ever built. This agreement means Miller recognizes the right of aircraft to fly over his property and make noise. He cannot claim the airport is a nuisance. Should the airport be built it would be located west of Miller's farm. The historic designation bestowed on the farm almost two years ago by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada, a branch of the depart- ment of Indian and northern affairs, also helped Miller's case. When it came time for Miller to address the gathering, he noted that board representative Dr. Maurice Careless was par- ticipating in his first unveiling ceremony "conducted on the main street of paradise". Miller mentioned the names of those in attendance whose families were also pioneers in the area and worked hard to de- velop the community. Miller's grandfather was a warden of, the former Ontario County. To his relatives, Miller said: "Your support when we were in the clutches was most gratifying." Referring to his lawyer, Wil- liam Somerville of Toronto, Miller put it bluntly and emo- tionally: "If not for your court- room expertise there wouldn't be an unveiling ceremony, there wouldn't even be a farm." The historic plague is one of about 750 across (;anada. Seventy years for Institute CLAREMONT — On Feb. 9, 1909, the Claremont Women's Institute was formed, and in about a week, members will be celebrating the organization's 70th anniversary. Dorothy Britton has been President for 10 of those 70 years, and says she's enjoyed the experience. But there are presently only about 24 active members, and Dorothy feels the Institute has lost some of the prominence it once had in the community. "There are so many other service clubs in the area, and they are able to do things we can't afford. Today, I think our role is more to educate women in home -making, rather than provide services to the com- munity," says Dorothy. Women's Institutes can be found world-wide, and the basic concept of their formation is "to make better homes and a better community". The Claremont ladies meet on the third Wednesday of each month for just this purpose. For three hours in the afternoon, members speak on topics they have chosen, learn tips on cooking and sewing, and socialize with friends. The club used to cater to gala events, but now other organizations with more members and better facilities have become involved. Membership is only a dollar a year, and a collection is taken at each meeting. The dues are scholarship fund, the Ajax put toward starting Institutes in nurses residence, and a cup - isolated places, like the board in the museum. Canadian North. The anniversary The Claremont chapter has celebrations will take place in accomplished several wor- the Claremont Community Hall thwhile projects to make the from 2 to 5 p.m., Oct. 17. Betty lives of others more pleasant. DeVitt and Maude Anderson will Among these are donations to display their dolls, and two the United Church for the lifetime members, Clara Carson purchase of chimes; money to and Aldine Evans will be Fairview Lodge, the hitch school honored. l) ! Z7 Clara Carson Passes Service was held Wednesday (today) from the Dixon - Garland Funeral Home, Markham for Walter C. Brignall of Markham following his passing, April 4 at St. Raphael's Nursing Home. He was 84. Surviving, besides his wife, the former Iona Graham are daughters Eva Lardner of Uxbridge; Margaret Schell of Stouffville; Dorothy Hatch of Markham; one sister, Olive Carson of Brooklin; 11 grand- children and five great - grandchildren. Recalls Christmas CLAREMONT — She's lived in the town for 80 years --in fact -- she celebrated that birthday Dec. 17. But age hasn't dulled Clara Carson's memory, for she clearly remembers Christmas in Claremont when she was just a little girl. An only child, Clara grew up on a farm, which was then located at the public school. Because the roads weren't plowed in winter, she can recall travelling by horse and sleigh to a friend's house for Christmas dinner. Roast goose was more popular for the day's feast, and Clara explains that the grease was handy as a rub -down for colds. Working a farm was a full- time job, but when the holiday season came round, everyone would take time from the daily chores to have fun. The only problem was it took so long to travel short distances. It often took over two hours just to go 10 miles, but locally there was the old rink CLARA CARSON south of the four corners, where the village Band would provide musical entertainment once a week. Being a good cook and seamstress, Clara was kept busy throughout the holiday season. Baking, cooking the big meal, and knitting socks and mittens were among her extra chores. The first winter spent in their present house on Sideline 20 was in 1934, and Clara remembers having the children construct a chain decoration for the living room. "It kept them occupied for a long time, and they made a beautiful ornament for the house." Clara and her husband Frank agree that the season has lost the "rural" spirit, but are thankful they have a wonderful family to enjoy the good time with. other winner: Mary Bowden of Claremont has been training and showing horses for about eight years, and she must have a million ribbons in her home to prove it. She specializes in Arabian breeds, and has eight mares one foal, and a gelding. It's hard work to exercise and groom the horses daily, especially since they must be in top shape for fairs and shows. One of her famous Arabians, Karavel, was the 1978 high point winner in the Spanish costume class, and has done well in numerous others. Here, Mary proudly displays the first in costume class Phaezeme won for her this year at Markham Fair. Of course, the judges couldn't help but be impressed with rider Brenda Jackson of Whitby, who by the way is wearing a costume designed and made by Mary. JoAnn Thompson Respected church member honored at farewell gathering Mrs. Elizabeth Fryer (centre), long-time community resident and respected member in the congregation of the Claremont Baptist Church, was honored Sunday, at a farewell gathering following the morning service. Mrs. Fryer was presented with a purse of money by pastor, Rev. Lorne Smith and Jean Drake, president of the Women's Mission Circle. She plans to move to Norland where her daughter and son-in-law now reside. Jim Thomas. • 1 Raised s eep CLAREMONT — Alexander Gray, R.R. 2, Claremont, passed away, Feb. 12 at the Pickering - Ajax Hospital in his 90th year. Born in Bendale, Scar- borough, he was the third son of William Gray and Mary Jane Dunn. He received his elementary education at No. 3 School, Scarborough, Green River and Mount Pleasant on the 7th Concession of Pickering. As a young man, he lived in Scarborough and Markham, later moving to the family farm with his parents 72 years ago. He remained on the 7th of Pickering the rest of his life. Alex Gray was known Late Alex Gray across Canada and the United States as a breeder of purebred sheep, having started in 1908 with the purchase of a number of registered Shropshire ewes. Other interests included beekeeping, an operation that began with a swarm from a nearby tree. An apiary is maintained to the present day. He also bred and trained border collie working dogs and com- peted sales all across Canada. Alex enjoyed visits from Rev. Luck and Rev. Smith of the Claremont Baptist Church. They called on him often. On Sept.18,1920, he married Hazel Annie Kayes who predeceased him, June 4, 1970. Survivors include three sons, Lawrence and wife Stella of Kinsale; Alvin and Owen at home; two granddaughters, Brenda (Mrs. Louis Dekoker) of Lindsay; Sheila (Mrs. Fred Hotner) of Cambray; four great grandchildren, Neil and Julia Dekoker, Chad and Cory Hot- ner; a brother, Henry, sisters, Nellie (Mrs. Jack Nighswan- der) ; Tena (Mrs. Norman Symington) and Ida, all of Markham and a brother George in Brooklin. He was predeceased by brothers Albert and William. Rev. Lorne Smith of the Claremont Baptist Church conducted the service from the Dixon -Garland Funeral Chapel, Markham, Feb. 15 with in- terment, Whitevale Cemetery. The pall bearers were - Hugh Miller, Russell Gostick, Harold Percy, Howard Tapscott, David Pugh and Ted Gray. STOUFFVILLE "Stouffville's gain" and "a big loss" to Claremont, were the sentiments at a farewell for Dorothy Middleton at the home of Andrea Graham, last week. Dorothy will be taking up residence on Winlane Drive in Stouffville next month. Hostesses for the party were - Andrea and Sheila Mulveny, with Rhoda Almack and Rosemary Timms, co - hostesses. Thirty friends and neighbors gathered to pay tribute to Dorothy, wish her well in her new surroundings and present her with a money tree. Church memorial GREEN RIVER — If the joy of the occasion was tinged with bitterness, it didn't show. Rather, the event resembled a reunion, the coming together of old friends and former neigh- bors on the site of historic Brunswick Hill Cemetery. The occasion was the un- veiling of a cairn, dedicated to the memory of those who served within the congregation of Green River Baptist Church, now closed. Vera (Mrs. Winton) White, 91, took part in the ceremony assisted by Kathleen Gostick, head of the memorial committee. Only once during the hour- long service did resentment over the plight of the community show through. And that came during the reading of the church's history when mention was made of the "fiasco" in- volving the proposed Pickering Airport. Along the same line, Town councillor Gerry Fisher described the gathering as "the end of an era". "We are called here today, to commemorate a great church, said chairman Ray Miller, "a church that has touched all our lives". Other participants included - Rev. and Mrs. W.W. Fleischer, Ruth Hutchings, Violet Lane, M.P.P. Wm. Newman, John Irwin and Dr. Roy Lawson. The message was delivered by Dr. Ronald Watts, representing the Baptist Convention of Ontario and Quebec. It was back in May, 1848 that a Baptist Church was first established at what is still referred to as Brunswick Hill. Forty years later, it was dismantled and moved closer to the centre of the community. In June, 1979, after the Govern- ment had expropriated the property, the sanctuary was officially closed. "It's been hard to take," Dr. Watts stated in his sermon remarks, "but most of you have made the adjustment". It was Vera White, however, who summed up the feelings of everyone in attendance when she said: "Don't hold resent- ments in your hearts. Be tolerant and think of all the good things that have been done towards you". The cairn, created in the likeness of the church, was constructed by Bruce Van- derbent, RR 1, Unionville. In addition to Kathleen Gostick, other members of the Memorial Committee included - Ruth Hutchings, David Pugh, and Benson Draper. Vera White (right), a former Green River Kathleen Gostick, chairman of the Memorial resident, officiated at the unveiling of a cairn, Committee. Green River Church, later moved to a Sunday, on the site of the community's first new location a short distance west, was closed in Baptist Church, erected in 1848 at what is known 1979. Jim Thomas as Brunswick Hill Cemetery. With Mrs. White is Well-known farmer dies ATHA — Frederick (Fred) Beelby, a well-known farmer in the Atha area of Pickering and for the past 26 years, a resident on the 7th Concession of Whit - church, died suddenly, Aug. 3, after suffering a heart attack. Born Feb. 15, 1904, the son of Frank and Frances (Hood) Beelby, he later married Rhoda Davis in 1928. She predeceased him in March, 1947. One brother, Ernest, is also deceased. Surviving is one daughter, Blanche (Mrs. Harry Tindall) of Altona; four grandchildren, Kenneth, Marie, Ross and Harvey Tindall and one great grandson, Steven Tindall. Rev. Donald Pugh, formerly of Altona and now of Plattsville, conducted the funeral service, Aug. 6 from the O'Neill Chapel, Stouffville, with interment, Claremont Union Cemetery. Pall bearers were - five nephews, Murray, Kenneth, Orval and Clarence Beelby; Russell Hodgson and a neigh- bor, Harold Smith. Sympathy is ex- tended to Paul and Doris Lake on the loss of their son, Richard John Er- nest, brother of Wendy - on Wednesday August 13. A private funeral was held on Friday, with interment in Claremont Union Cemetery. Richard was in his 26th year. Paul and Doris are proprietors of Lake's Corner Store. Congratulations to Kristin Graham who won the Bronze medallion in the Town of Pickering "Junior Olympics" at Dunbarton High School, Aug. 16. _ Festival The Pickering Museum will hold its first first, called "History -in - Action" at its new site in Greenwood, Sept. 13 and 14, 10 a.m. to five p.m. There will be arts and crafts demonstratior School reunion greatsuccess CLAREMONT — Everyone Tomlinson, identified by enjoyment of all. attending the Claremont Public chairman Jack Wallace as "Mr. The guest of honor was and Continuation School had the Claremont." "The good doctor presented with a framed class privilege of growing up in a played an important role in picture. Mrs. Della Moore, his small community, The Hon. bringing me into the world in former teacher and principal, Keith Norton, Minister of 1941," he said, "and probably made the presentation. Community and Social Ser- most of you too." Dr. Tomlinson was ac- vices told a reunion audience of The speaker referred to the corded a rousing ovation. His former teachers and students, weekend as an event filled with memory, sharp as ever, allowed Saturday. fond memories and nostalgia. him to recall those who assisted The guest speaker, in- Then he recalled the afternoon him on staff and the names of troduced by Bruce Lehman, a back in Grade 1 when, on the several students. He remem- member of the Reunion Com- school skating rink, he and an bered hiS two years as principal mittee, mentioned the deep unidentified girl "pledged our (1909-1911) as being particularly shed in the love for a lifetime." "Fifteen happy times and praised the family roots established still very years later, she married committee for making it area. "This village much a part of us," hsaid. someone else, but I've remained possible that those days and faithful," he said, much to the years since, could be re -lived. He praised those people who, through the years, had volunteered their help. He ex- pressed the hope that this kind of co-operation might continue. "If we allow government to provide everything, we lose something as citizens," he said. "Commitment to others is a lesson in life," he stated. The speaker commended the committee for setting the wheels in motion and organizing the event. "Many of us ;uggested it but they did it," he said. The provincial minister paid tribute to Dr. Nels Families re -united By ROSEMARY TIMMS CLAREMONT — It was definitely a family affair at the Claremont Continuation School reunion last weekend. And, while there weren't any prizes for numbers, if there had been, the Nortons would have edged the Manions, 7-6. Heading the former, was Keith Norton, Ontario ministry of community and social services, and guest speaker for the day along with brothers Carl and Lawrence, Claremont, and sisters, Helen Pascoe, Claremont; Marion Brown, Washington, D.C.; Donna Nesbitt, Blackstock; and Darlene Mason, Scarborough. Members of the Manion family present were: Peggy Jacobson, Calgary; Betty McMillan, Smith Falls; Shirley Bridgeman, St. Catharines; Marion Loyst, Claremont; and brothers Don, Niagara Falls, and Bill, Toronto. Members of the Pugh family, included Greta Alsop, Minden; Alma Wilson, R.R. 1, Asburn, and Verna McDonald, Minden. Isobel Nicholson, North Bay, and Hilda Gordon, Walkerton, were members of the Prouse family in attendance. Gordon Morley, Waterloo, and Jean (Morley) McLean, Cornwall, P.E.I., were another brother and sister combination at the reunion. Former teachers on hand, included Margaret Jackson and her husband Bob, Demorestville, Ont., Herbert Caskey, Nor- wood, and Everett Drake, Strathroy, Ont. Others in attendance: Mrs. Isobel (Tran) Overland, Kingston; Melvin Johnson, Orillia; Jean (Stewart) Konchak. Toronto; Sheila (Black) McCullough, Harriston; Ron McCullough, Orangeville; Irene (Cowie) Philip, Port Perry; Joe Ward, Oshawa; Enid (Cook) Harten, Willowdale; Dave Irwin, Burlington; and Marian (Kilpatrick) Dahlbach, Scarborough. Ernest Beelby e =11*ke ii CLAREMONT — Interment was held at Claremont Union Cemetery for the late Ernest Beelby, well- known in the area, who passed away Dec. 20. He was 80. Although he was a resident of Scugog Island most of his life, Ernest had many friends and relatives at Claremont, Brougham, and Ux- bridge. Born in Atha, Pickering Township, he attended public school there, and helped his parents, Frank and Frances (Hood) Beelby with the farm. He married Ethel Flute in 1952, and moved to the farm on Scugog Island 25 years ago. He sold the 100-acres about five years ago, and continued to reside in the home there. Ernest has one brother, Frederick, living in Ballantrae. He is survived by his wife, four sons, Clarence, Claremont; Murray, Brougham; Kenneth, Uxbridge; and Orval, Stouffville, and one daughter, Edna (Mrs. Russell Hodgson), Clare- mont. There are 17 grand- children and two great - conductor's cash fare place pay6e VIA au conducteur form J ^ n r) modele C 10 BETWEEN ENTRE TORONTO S 1.00 * * LEASIDE 2.00 * * AGINCOURT 3.00 * * LOCUST HILL 4.00 * CLAREMONT 5.00 * DAGMAR 6.00 * MYRTLE 7.00 * BURKETON 8.00 * PONTYPOOL 9.00 * MANVERS 10.00 * DRANOEL 20.00 * CAVAN 30.00 * PETERBORO 40.00 * INDIAN RIVER No. of Nbre de voya voyag. * NORWOOD 3 5 7 9 * HAVELOCK 2 4 6 8 0 ONE WAY ALLER SIMPLE 3-DAY RT EXC. TARIF 3 JOURS REGULARRT ALLERRETOUR t/2 FARE DEMI-TARIF, not valid for return after valide pour retourjusqu' 1/ sold subject to tariff regulatro6s— — WC „4 vendu conformiment aux Vice -Resident, Marketing riglements tarifaires Vice-prisident,Marketing an grandchildren. Service was held Dec. 24 from the chapel at McDermott - Panabaker Funeral Home, Port Perry, Pall bearers were Gordon and Doug Hodgson, Bob, Jim, and John Beelby, and Mike Flute. Award school contract CLAREMONT - Despite the proximity of a proposed in- ternational airport, Ontario County Board of Education has given the green light to an ad- dition for Claremont Public School. The project, approved some time ago, was held up until trustees could assess the impact of the airport venture. A staff report, revealed March 27, described the anticipated disruption as minimal. The contract has been awarded to Zorge Construction Company of Peterboro. 10 THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, OCT. 30, 1980 Respected Clady By ROSEMARY TIMMS CLAREMONT — Service was held Saturday from the McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering for Mrs. Robert Redshaw following her passing, Oct. 22 at the Stouffville Nursing Home. She was 93. Born Minnie Jane DeRusha, she was the mother of two sons, Charles Redshaw of Claremont; Ross Red- shaw, deceased; two daughters, Vila (Mrs. Talbert Evans), Port Perry and Rowena (Mrs. Jack Lehman, Claremont; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-one great- grandchildren. One sister, Ethel (Mrs. Ken Mercer), lives at Lind- say. Interment was at Claremont Union Cemetery. 14 THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, OCT. 30, 1980 Dale Gordon Hodgson Area farmer PICKERING — Gordon Hodgson, well- known and highly respected Claremont area farmer, died Oct. 13 at Fairview Lodge, Whitby. He was 89. Born at Whitevale, Aug. 28, 1891, the son of Charlie and Martha Hodgson, he attended public school in that community. On March 16, 1916, he married Ethel y ROSEMARY TIMMS CLAREMONT More times than residents want to remember, tragedy has struck this community. The sudden death of 12 year old Brent Ward, son of Jack and Bernice Ward, has shrouded the The combination of Norm MacKenzie ana village in deep sorrow. Brent was the victim of a Kevin Bartley is well known to last year's freak accident, pinned Midget supporters. This year, Norm MacKenzie under a heavy piece of is showing great potential on the left wing of the equipment that had fallen Clipper's front line and qualifies for 'Clipper of from a fork-lift on a the week'. tractor. It happened on the property of Ward's Welding Shop, east of Main Street. Brent was an outgoing, cheerful boy with red hair and freckles. He had a smile _ for everyone he met. I'll Late David Dawson miss him -- seated with his mother and dad in the congregation at the Guard � G.E. United Church. He sang in the choir for awhilhile at His tenor voice held much STOUFFVILLE — David and Edith promise. I remember him coming up to me one day David M. Dawson, a Dawson. while I was cutting the one-time security guard Service was held grass with our old - for Canadian General S u n d a y f r o m fashioned (gasless) hand - Electric, died Thurs- McEachnie Funeral mower. He remarked that day, Nov. 6 at Park- Home, Pickering with interment, Erskine it "was neat." Brent would have marked his view Home in Stouffville Cemetery. 13th birthday, Dec. 28. where he'd been a Surviving are three Besides his parents, he is resident over 21/2 years, sisters, Helen (Mrs. survived by two sisters, Formerly o f D. L. M a i r s ) , Brougham; Lucy (Mrs. Shelley and Nancy and his grandmother, Olive Claremont and then Toronto, Mr. Dawson W,P, Boyington), Stouffville; Lillian Ward of Oshawa. Service was a member of (Mrs. J.W. Em- was held Monday from the McEachnie Funeral Brougham Union Lodge, AF & AM No. pringham), Claremont home, Pickering with 269. He was the son of and one brother, Robert of Sunderland. interment, Claremont Union Cemetery. Hamlin, also of Whitevale. For many years they farmed at Lot 14, Cone. 7, Pickering, now the site of Cherry Downs Golf and Country Club. Following the sale of that property, he and his wife moved to Brougham. Mrs. Hodgson passed away in 1961. Surviving are two sons, Fred of Brougham; Russell of Claremont; three daughters, Doris of Bowmanville; Helen of Oshawa; Mary in Stouffville; sixteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Rev. Eldon Linstead was in charge of the service, Oct. 16 from the McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering with interment, Whitevale Cemetery. Bids for Region� CLAREMONT — Earle graduated from the Reisch i Pilkey, a life-long Claremont College of Auctioneering at village resident, will let his Mason City, Iowa. name stand for Regional Earle has been ex - Councillor in the Town of tremely active in his com- Pickering. He revealed his munity, involving himself in intentions this week. every phase of local activity A student at Claremont from children, through young Public School and Pickering people to senior citizens. His High, he later enrolled in a greatest challenge has come business -management through involvement with the course, receiving his diploma Lions Club. In 1978y he was from the University of the Governor of District A-16 Guelph. and later represented the In December 1975, he regions of Durham and York at the International Con- vention in 'Tokyo, Japan. ' For the past 21 years, he has been employed by the Town of Pickering holding several positions in management. At present, he's the Facilities Co- ordinator with the Depart- ment of Parks and Recreation. Earle and wife Shirley are parents of four children, Larry, 21; Terri, 20; Lenni, 19 and Tracey, 17. Election date is Monday, EARLE PILKEY Nov. 10. A "Golden Day" for Claremont area residents Mr. and Mrs. Evans Benson, R.R. 1, Claremont, were guests of honor, Sunday, at a gathering held in the Bowling Green Clubhouse from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Benson have three sons, Harry of Woodville, Stan and Don of Claremont; two daughters, Mary (Mrs. Gordon Coxworth) of Markham and Dorothy (Mrs. Don Un- derwood) of Scarborough and ten grand- children, Jim Thomas Late Walter Pascoe Evans and Margaret Benson, R.R. 1, Claremont, will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary, Sunday at Bowling Green clubhouse, from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. They have two daughters, Mary Cox - worth, Markham; Dorothy Underwood, Scarboro; and three sons, Harry of Woodville, and Stan and Don of Claremont. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Britton attended the graduation of their son, Lorne, last week at the University of Guelph. David was presented with an Associate Diploma in Agriculture by Ontario Lieutenant - Governor Pauline McGibbon. Excelled at horseshoes Walter Pascoe, regarded as one of the finest horseshoe pitchers in Ontario, passed away Aug. 5 in Port Perry Community Hospital following an illness of almost eight months. Walter's interest in the sport began in Stouffville and it was here he met Charlie Jackson, then of Goodwood. They became close friends and partners, participating in piss ivcaiiy and around --- the province. In 1972, Walter won the Canadian Championship at the C.N.E., and four years later, the men's senior title. He and Charlie often went as a team to the horseshoe pitch at the In- ternational Plowing Match. More recently, he took up alley bowling, a recreation he also enjoyed. Born in Whitby Township, the youngest of seven in the family of Oliver and Nettie Pascoe, he moved to Brougham and then to a farm on the 7th Concession of Pickering, RR 2, Claremont. He remained there 24 years, taking up residence in Port Perry following retirement. Walter and Margaret (Bayles) were married in 1940. A daughter, Alice (Mrs. Simon Mallema) lives in Whitby and a son, Gerald, resides at Mar- mora. There are four grand- children, David and Mary Mallema; Stephen and Shaun Pascoe. A brother Edward lives at Greenwood. For over 30 years, Walter was a member of Beethoven I.O.O.F. Lodge, No. 165, Brooklin. He was also an associate member of Warner I.O.O.F. Lodge, Port Perry. He was a member of the United Church in Pickering, then Mount Zion and later Port Perry. An I.O.O.F. memorial service was held Thursday evening with a public funeral, Friday afternoon from the McEachnie Chapel, Pickering. Hundreds of family friends and relatives attended, many from a distance. Interment was at Salem Cemetery. Paul bearers were - Murray Jones, Alan Carson, Ronald Pascoe, Earl Pascoe, Neil Pascoe and Grant Pascoe. CLAREMONT Century home on 11/2 acres, 300' fronting on Brock Road. Mature treed lot, floor to ceiling fireplace, 3 box stall horse barn, wood stove in kit- chen. Asking $94,000. Call Peter Gillespie 683-7777 or 649-3062. Late Adelaide Boomer Fine pianist CLAREMONT — On Claremont Citizens' Friday, June 27, Mrs. Band, the late George W. Albert Boomer, formerly Coates. of Claremont and more As well as being an recently a resident at excellent cook, Mrs. Bethany Lodge, Union- Boomer was adept at ville, passed away in doing fancy needlework. Scarborough Centenary One of her chief interests Hospital following six was farming. years of declining health. Besides her husband, She will be sadly she leaves one brother, missed by old friends and William Coates of neighbors of many years. Claremont as well as Mrs. Boomer, the several cousins, Mary former Adelaide Coates Graham and Basil was a talented pianist, Graham of Claremont serving as organist at and Norman Graham of Claremont Baptist Pickering. Church for a long period Funeral service was of time. She taught piano held from the O'Neill and was the daughter of Chapel, Stouffville with the first leader and interment in the family organizer of the plot at Uxbridge. Claremont student an Ontario Scholar Ron McMullen of Claremont received his Honor Graduation Diploma and an Ontario CLAREMONT — A retirement tea for Betty Pegg, leaving the teaching profession after more than 30 years, was held June 3, at Claremont Public School. Mrs. Pegg taught at Claremont for 11 years. She will be greatly missed. A skilled carpenter ALTONA — Harry O'Neill Funeral Chapel Tindall, well-known and with i n t e r m e n t, highly respected Altona Claremont U n i o n area -resident, died in his Cemetery. sleep, Sunday, Nov. 2, the Besides his wife', result of a heart attack. Blanche, he is survived Mr. Tindall was a by three sons, Kenneth, skilled carpenter, ap- Ross and Harvey all of plying his trade at Tam-o- Brougham; one daughter, Shanter, Agincourt and Marie, in Scarborough later with Bob Lewis, and one grandson, Steven Claremont, RR 3. He'd Tindall. There are two been retired for the past sisters, Florence Symes two years. of Stouffville and Elsie He was only 55. Carter, Coppins Corners. Rev. Donald Pugh, former minister at Altona Pall bearers were six Missionary Church and nephews, Melvin, Bruce now at Plattsville, was in and Norman Tindall; charge of the service, Earl and Ray Carter and held Nov. 5 from the Glen Reesor. Scholarship from Linda Carder, Durham Board of Education trustee. Jim Thomas David l'ran Attended Fair STOUFFVILLE — David J'ran is a resident at Parkview Home in Stouffville. There, hanging on the wall of his room is a framed plaque that reads: "For meritous service to agriculture." The cer- tificate is signed by H.M. Warriner and Fred Spring, the President and Secretary of the Markham and East York Agricultural Society. That was back in 1961. David Tran, now 94, headed the Markham Fair Board in 1959. Prior to that, his grandfather, James Tran held the position in 1867, followed by his father, George Tran in 1921 and later his son, Joe in 1968. On Thursday, Mr. Tran and several others from Parkview, visited the Fair. "At first, I didn't want to go," he said, "but I'm glad I did." Although he remembers past fairs at the old site, he says he appreciates the new location with its larger acreage and greater building space. Dave Tran was more than just an officer on the Board. He was also a prominent exhibitor, specializing in Clydesdale horses. He recalls win- ning an engraved cup back ° in 1902. He also showed standard -bred drivers. The weather was good during his presidential year, he remembers, and the attendance was the largest up to that time. Mr. Tran signed the Senior Citizens' Register, Thursday, along with Nora Macklem, 95 and Sarah Lunau, 92, also of Parkview. Mr. David Tran of Parkview Home, at- tended Markham Fair, Thursday. Mr. Tran, now 94, was president of the Fair Board in 1959. Baptist Church inducts pastor CLAREMONT — Both the spiritual and the secular have occupied the life of L. Blair Clark, the new minister of Claremont Baptist Church since his own baptismal in 1964 at the age of 14. Rev. Clark was inducted into the pastorate of Claremont Baptist in an evening ceremony, Sept. 26. A graduate of Gordon College in economics, he also has his Master of Divinity degree from Gordon - Conwell Theological Seminary. As if to continue the balance of his youth, he has worked in various capacities in the church from 1964 to the present. This includes everything from leading group Bible studies at Park St. Church in Boston, while still student, to assisting at a student drop -in centre at Spring Garden Baptist Church, Toronto, with wife, Janet. He has also participated in a summer missions program in British Columbia, living and ministering on an Indian reservation; and working with the Billy Graham Crusade. On the other side, he has worked as a park attendant, chauffeur, gas station at- tendant, deck hand, heavy equipment operator, garbage collector and varsity hockey coach, to name a few. Born and raised in Williamstown, Ont., he attended school there then went to Gordon College in Wenham, Mass., graduating in 1973 in economics. He spent a year at Ontario Bible College, Toronto, then returned to the Boston area to begin a graduate program at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He graduated from there in 1980, after taking two years out to travel and study missions overseas. Rev. Clark was married in 1977. His wife, Janet, is a social worker at Whitby Psychiatric Hospital. The act of induction at Friday's service was performed by Rev. Floyd Wilson, moderator of the Trent Valley Association of Baptist Churches. Rev. Wilson is pastor of Har- mony Road Baptist Church, Oshawa. Achievement Day Girls earn certificates By Rosemary Timms CLAREMONT — Nancy Ward and Kim Evans received Provinical Honors' Diplomas, Nov. 29, at a 4- H Achievement Day in Ajax. Both have com- pleted twelve projects. With six projects com- pleted, Kelly Evans and Darlene Gammage received County Honors' Certificates. Susan Gammage, Kelly Evans, and Kelli Creet, par- ticipatred in a demon- stration, "How to Enlarge and Transfer a Design to Canvas". The twelve members completing the fall project "Needle- point" were - Kim and Kelly Evans, Darlene and Susan Gammage, Kelli Creet, Susan Craig, Nancy Ward, Annette Reid, JoAnn Mairs, Laura Vale, Lorna Tapscott and Carolyn Malcolm_ H 4-H ROOM TO GROW Ken Knox, Associate Director, Extension Branch, OMAF, opened the session with "The most important thing for anyone is GOAL -SETTING, however, know the difference between dreams and goals. Map out a plan, and work out short, intermediate and long term goals, write them down and read them every now and then. Learn to talk about your goals to your family, your boy -friend, your friends. Try to model yourself after someone you admire, making certain however, you model yourself for the strong points not for the whole person. Keep as many doors open as possible for as long as you can. Do not be head strong, plan alternatives knowing with alternatives in mind you will never come to a dead-end. Believe in yourself and develop a habit and belief that team -work is essential for a successful life. Stop and ask yourself, are you getting enough out of A-H? Are you giving 47H enough? The session closed with Mr. Knox emphasizing the need for goal -setting, knowing where you're headed but cautioning, this doesn't necessarily mean you know the end results. Go home knowing you are a leader, remembering leadership is earned not given. Guest speaker, Mr. Ken Knox, Associate Director of the Extension Branch, OMAF is pictured with L-r Susan Deltman, Burnt River; Peggy Whyte, Ottawa; Kim Evans, Claremont; Bev Cunningham, Caledonia. Rev. L. Blair Clark is the new minister at service was held Sept. 26 with Rev. Floyd Wilson Claremont Baptist Church. A special induction of Oshawa in charge.— —Jim Holt 'aDoy Next Door' Athletiee- CLAREMONT — It was sure to happen. This week, JoAnn Thompson had the assignment of selecting the "typical teenager" in The Tribune's coverage area. Being a girl, she put her feminine intuition to work and selected, that's right, a boy. The truth is, we've been trying to find a boy for this feature, over the last fifteen months, without success. Now that sixteen year old Daryl Norton of Claremont has broken the ice, others may follow. We hope so. Handsome Daryl's attributes can be sum- med up pretty well in one word — athletic. At all sports, close friends describe him as "a natural". At Pickering High, he's a top per- former in basketball and badminton. And he's a star pitcher with Claremont men's fastball team, even though most of his mates are several years his senior. Daryl keeps himself in A-1 condition with body-building exercises. His arms and shoulders show the positive results of this rigorous routine. This gentlemanly young man describes himself as "an old-fashioned country boy" who enjoys living in Claremont because all his friends and relatives live there. Daryl doesn't own a car, not yet anvway. Even if he did, he wouldn't go to Toronto because "city life's not for me". He'd just as soon stay at home and watch the Leafs via television. They're No. 1 he says. He doesn't participate in organized hockey but every now and then he'll get together with the guys for a scrimmage at the rink in the village park. Daryl works part-time at the local B.P. Station. Some day, he'd like to own a garage or repair shop all his own. Whenever he finds time a bit heavy on his hands (which isn't often), Daryl packs up his clubs and heads for Cherry Downs on the 7th concession of Pickering, a ten minute drive from his home. Academically, Daryl's pleased with his progress so far — straight A's in all his Grade 11 subjects. Sixteen year old Daryl Norton of Claremont is The Tribune's first "Boy Next Door". A fine athlete, Daryl also does well academically, with straight A's in all Grade 11 subjects at Pickering High. JoAnn Thompson Claremont resident battles adversity CLAREMONT — Clifford Reynolds has always looked on the "sunny side of life." But now, because of a year -long ordeal that has left him han- dicapped, maintaining high spirits is second nature. It was back in February of 1979 that Cliff was admitted to Scarborough General hospital because of poor circulation in his legs. Two months, later his right foot was amputated. He was progressing well with an artificial limb, and would frequently stroll to the park and watch baseball games. But in November, his other foot became infected and it too had to be removed. The second operation was performed Nov. 28--his 79th birthday. He didn't have much of a Christmas holiday either, but was able to return home by mid -January. The pain and suffering are over now, but Cliff has only begun his rehabilitation. Once a week, she goes through a rigorous hour-long therapy session. Cliff will miss the long walks he used to take in the country, but wife, Laura, says he'll be able to get around on his artificial legs in a few weeks. Born in Campbellford, Cliff moved to the Claremont area in CLIFFORD REYNOLDS 1923. The couple has lived in their present home at the corner of Victoria and Wellington Streets since 1945. And because he knows almost everyone in the village, never a day goes by that friends don't drop in. He particularily enjoys visits with Dr. Nelson Tomlinson, with whom he played golf a few years ago. Long gone are the days when Cliff will drive a car, but he says he was going to quit anyway. "There's no place for an 80 year old man on the roads today," he jokes. In fact, it was during his driver examination that he discovered how much his legs had deteriorated. With the encouragement of friends, and his wife, Cliff has the support he needs to get through these trying times. The couple will celebrate their 58th wedding anniversary on Monday, and by far the greatest gift he can give Laura is proof positive he'll walk again. 1 8 — PORT PERRY STAR — Wednesday, July 8, 1981 Over 600 Attend Barbegve Newman honoured by friends An emotional Bill Newman last Saturday night to bid Party. stood in front of over 600 farewell after more than a "I did the very best I could party supporters and friends decade in the Conservative on your behalf at both the Bill and Molly Newman received a warm welcome from a crowd of over 600 supporters when he arrived on the stage to address the gathering. provincial and municipal level", he said "and I find it very difficult to say what I am feeling". Mr. Newman was the guest of honour at a Bar B Que held in his honour at the Sunderland arena, which according to organizers was attended by a couple hundred more people than anticipated. There were some that went without eat- ing because of the large overflow, and Mr. Newman apologized to those suppor- ters that did not get anything to eat, but thanked them for coming. Newly elected M.P.P. for Durham -York riding, Ross Stevenson told the gathering that he has a hard act to follow, but he was grateful for Mr. Newman dedication as it made his job easier. Federal M.P. Scott Fennel paid tribute to Mr. Newman by calling him a great member of the Provincial Parliament and an even greater human being. Other tributes were paid in person by the Hon. George McKay, the Hon. James Auld and by letter from the Hon. Lorne Henderson, Hon. Robert Welsh and Hon. Reuben Bates as well as many other well wishers. A presentation of luggage was made to Mr. Newman and his wife Molly who was by his side for the occassion. Mr. Newman promised as soon as the crop was in and Affectionate supporters of Bill Newman wish the retired M.P. P. much happiness in his new life. the other farming duties completed he would make use of the bags, although the look on Mrs. Newman's face indicated that this was an old line. In conclusion, Mr. Newman expressed his appreciated to his many supporters and told the audience that he enjoyed the job thanks to people like them, and thanked everyone for giving him the opportu- nity to serve. A thundering standing ovation at the conclusion of his speach indicated that supporters also appreciated his efforts on their behalf, and that he would not quickly be forgotten. G ^ 3 � 0.1L ao-Nc =ycac�c .y°000 s 3 n u v cc c c>Z 0 O 'ccc L. o F c�a Lr a q - q tc Cz .a : u V zu, L i o c .0 -tea cc a�Cs L in. 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G W 0 33> CO Z � � �•> R u � °c' G v 3 � �xW L -S E �' r c m°' d ca >.� E c o O ur.., Q) `'O L. 64 u or O Q7 4 Qi t, w 00 s Od 'C is O ap O m QS G� 'golden day' for respected Balsam couple M.P.P Bill Newman (left), a close neighbor daughter, Marean (Mrs Dick Ward) of and friend, presents an engraved plaque to Mr Claremont; one son, Donald, on the home farm and Mrs Burnett Jamieson of Balsam, on the and eleven grandchildren. They were married occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary, May 28, 1930. Saturday. The highly -respected couple have one ---Jim Thomas. i TOWN OF PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARY CLAREMONT BRANCH 649-3341 Main Street East, east of Brock Road. OLD GREENWOOD SCHOOL HOUSE BRANCH 683-8844 Westney Road South of 6th Concession ROUGE HILL BRANCH 284-7150 1340 Rougemount Drive, South of Highway No. 2. WHITEVALE BRANCH 294-0967 5th Line, 1 km east of Altona Road. BAY RIDGES BRANCH 839-3083 910 Liverpool Road South, adjacent to the East Shore Community Centre. ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 284-0623 1340 Rougemount Drive. TOWN OF PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD AND CHIEF LIBRARIAN 284-0623 is Dolan Although many Claremont residents may Top Canadian Model at competitions in New not have known Darcia Nolan in the past, no York. Her prize? A trip to the romantic city of doubt they will now. She was recently named Paris. _ � Thomas us mo by Jim Thomas CLAREMONT — Many a rose is born to blush unseen. In Claremont, that `rose' is nineteen year old Darcia Nolan, a girl that even the `natives' may not know. For, despite the fact she's lived in the village a good part of her life, even attended school here, a chosen career in modelling has kept her out of the local limelight. A graduate of Pickering High and Sheridan College, Darcia was recently named top Canadian in the annual World Modelling Association competition at Manhatten, New York. In addition, she was the recipient of awards for best makeup and best portfolio. Her prize is a trip to Paris. As poised and beautiful as she's now become, Darcia admits this was not always so. "I was the homeliest kid on the block ---stringy hair, braces on my teeth, the whole bit," she recalls. Regardless, she had a dream, a dream that for her has come true. Darcia credits many people with her current success. "My parents have been very supportive," she says. They covered the cost of her trip to New York ---a birthday gift, she notes. Instruction in ballet has helped too; built up her confidence, she says. And Sheridan College --- the best, she claims. Ap- plicants are processed through an advisory board so no students are enrolled under false impressions, she says. The life of a model, what's it like? Glamor, yes, but a lot of hard work too, Darcia points out. On occasions, she'il spend up to eighteen hours a day, travelling from one part of the city to another. "You can't even sit down for fear of wrinkling your dress," she says. The associations make it rough on girl -boyfriend I relations too, she admits. Boys often resent "their best girl" appearing so much in public. Many break-ups occur because of this. However, most agencies, hers included, strictly forbid models to accept dates with clients. The wage rate ranges from $30 to $65 an hour. `Life' of a model can last as long as twenty years, says Darcia, depending on how dedicated the person is to her profession. Medium -tall girls are in greater demand, she claims. Darcia stands 5'6", to which we reply - "good things come in small packages". TOWN OF PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARY CLAREMONT BRANCH 649-3341 Main Street East, east of Brock Road. OLD GREENWOOD SCHOOL HOUSE BRANCH 683-8844 Westney Road South of 6th Concession ROUGE HILL BRANCH 284-7150 1340 Rougemount Drive, South of Highway No. 2. WHITEVALE BRANCH 294-0967 5th Line, 1 km east of Altona Road. BAY RIDGES BRANCH 839-3083 910 Liverpool Road South, adjacent to the East Shore Community Centre. ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 284-0623 1340 Rougemount Drive. TOWN OF PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD AND CHIEF LIBRARIAN 284-0623 is Dolan Although many Claremont residents may Top Canadian Model at competitions in New not have known Darcia Nolan in the past, no York. Her prize? A trip to the romantic city of doubt they will now. She was recently named Paris. _ � Thomas us mo by Jim Thomas CLAREMONT — Many a rose is born to blush unseen. In Claremont, that `rose' is nineteen year old Darcia Nolan, a girl that even the `natives' may not know. For, despite the fact she's lived in the village a good part of her life, even attended school here, a chosen career in modelling has kept her out of the local limelight. A graduate of Pickering High and Sheridan College, Darcia was recently named top Canadian in the annual World Modelling Association competition at Manhatten, New York. In addition, she was the recipient of awards for best makeup and best portfolio. Her prize is a trip to Paris. As poised and beautiful as she's now become, Darcia admits this was not always so. "I was the homeliest kid on the block ---stringy hair, braces on my teeth, the whole bit," she recalls. Regardless, she had a dream, a dream that for her has come true. Darcia credits many people with her current success. "My parents have been very supportive," she says. They covered the cost of her trip to New York ---a birthday gift, she notes. Instruction in ballet has helped too; built up her confidence, she says. And Sheridan College --- the best, she claims. Ap- plicants are processed through an advisory board so no students are enrolled under false impressions, she says. The life of a model, what's it like? Glamor, yes, but a lot of hard work too, Darcia points out. On occasions, she'il spend up to eighteen hours a day, travelling from one part of the city to another. "You can't even sit down for fear of wrinkling your dress," she says. The associations make it rough on girl -boyfriend I relations too, she admits. Boys often resent "their best girl" appearing so much in public. Many break-ups occur because of this. However, most agencies, hers included, strictly forbid models to accept dates with clients. The wage rate ranges from $30 to $65 an hour. `Life' of a model can last as long as twenty years, says Darcia, depending on how dedicated the person is to her profession. Medium -tall girls are in greater demand, she claims. Darcia stands 5'6", to which we reply - "good things come in small packages". V L7- LW W "t 1y. The Pine and Nik Nak Shak, Claremont House Antiques and Georgia's Studio/Gallery will be throwing open their doors and extending a cordial invitation to "come -on -out" and visit on the first weekend in May, Saturday May 2 and Sunday May 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served, special discounts offered and prizes awarded. STUDIO/GALLERY 5222 BROCK ROAD 649-2996 BOO N T y V R1 ANTIQUES 5035 BROCK ROAD 649-2345 5031 BROCK ROAD 649-2267 Following the success of her first Claremont show last fall, Georgia Youngs (Tremaine) will be ex- hibiting her most recent works and that of her students. Pictures in oil, acrylic, pastel and watercolour will be on display. (Art classes recommence May 11th). Larry and Christine Jacobs, avid antique collectors for 11 years, take pride in offering a fine selection of country furniture and individually chosen pieces of smaller collectibles including, crocks, porcelain lamps, pewter, treen and quilts. Walk into the Barbaro family's shop and you'll find quality pine furniture at reasonable prices complimented by woodcrafts and home crafts including quilts and pottery by Ontarian artisans. Georgia's Studio/Gallery Bundy St. Y U O Co Joseph St. Claremont House Antiques The Pine and Nik Nak Shak Claremount 4 Corners Central St. Claremount Business Section Turn Off Deathstrikes sudden-ly j By Rosemary Timms April 5. Husband of the worked for a drug' Y / CLAREMONT — late Lucy Pratt, Mr. company. Also surviving Sympathy of the com- Graham served with the him, are two daughters, munity is extended to the armed forces during Elizabeth, (Mrs. Sandy family of the late Stewart World War II, and was a Goden) of Ajax, and Graham, who passed member of Brougham Diane, (Mrs. Robert away suddenly at his Union Lodge. For the past Valiquette) ; and five ga residence in Claremont, number of years he had a4children. A sister, Former Service was held Monday afternoon from the Egan Funeral Home, Bolton, for Rev. Ivan Kennedy, following his passing, May 8 at Grace Hospital, Toronto. Rev. Kennedy, a retired United Church minister, served the two -point charge of Claremont and Brougham from 1939 to 1949. He was highly pastor /�s/ regarded in both communities. Besides his wife, the former Margaret Hill, he is survived by a daughter, Margaret (Mrs. Robert Briere) of Don Mills; one son, Bruce in Edmonton, Alberta; six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son Reginald. Interment was made at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton. The Royal Canadian Legion held a memorial service in Claremont Baptist Chruch at 1 P.M., in honor of the late Maurice Frederick Binsted of Ashburn, and formerly of Claremont. Mr. Binsted died Dec. 31, in Oshawa General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, the former Mildred Linton of Ash- burn; his mother, Mrs. Lillian Binsted. Ash- burn; a brother, William, Orillia; and three sisters, Velma Wallace, Orillia, Lillian Quantz, Ajax, and Violet Brooks, Lindsay. Mr Binsted lived in Claremont most of his life, where he was employed as a property assessor for the county. Firefighter Bessie Graham, tO o aze predeceased him. Service was held from the McEachnie Funeral CLAREMONT — Paul Home, with interment Carruthers is a volunteer with Claremont Cemetery. the Claremont Fire Depart - Sympathy is also ment. Last week, by co- extended to Gordon and incidence, he was at the scene Earl Gaudin, in the passing of their mother. of a fire before he knew a fire -- -- —was there. BY ROSEMARY TIMMS CLAREMONT Village residents wish Colleen Burton, RR 2, Claremont, a very speedy recovery after her recent skidoo ac- cident, in which she suffered a broken back. She is the daughter of Koris and Howard Burton. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Colleen. It was just past noon and he was talking with Gordon Clayton at his body shop west of Brock Street. Mr. Clayton left for a moment, then came running back, saying the family's home was ablaze. "I didn't even think about my truck parked nearby," said Paul, "I just took off on foot for the station. Even then, smoke was coming out through the roof, another five minutes and we'd have been too late". Because the alarm was away being repaired, Paul couldn't summon assistance accept with the siren on the truck. He drove the pumper from the hall to the scene himself. However, before heading out, he called for assistance from Brougham and South Pickering. "I was just about ready to collapse," he said, in describing the 450 yard dash to the station. He and firefighter John Drake were the first into the house, the residence of the late Charles Cooper. Town of Pickering Fire Chief Don Lynde estimated total damage at $60,000. A faulty furnace is blamed. Mr. Clayton had renovated the interior, friends said, and had it looking beautiful. A daughter Christine was living with her parents there. A son Brian resides in Ajax. Until repairs can be completed, the family will make their home in a mobile trailer at the rear of the property. Old Fifth Line Church takes on 'new life' at Uxbrid The Fifth Line United Church in Uxbridge Township has a history that dates back to 1871. Now re -located on the grounds of the Uxbridge -Scott Museum, Conc. 6, it will be officially opened, May Mooney Family Museum site 24. Mrs. Clayton Hill of Stouffville is preparing an historical write- up on the little country chapel for presentation at next month's ceremony. _ - Reputation for excellence Enter Festival Claremont Fall Fair CLAREMONT — 11 student at Pickering categories during the Members of the talented High School; Sean, 14; competition that closes Mooney family are Rachel, "on Sarah, Feb.20. now secondto none tti Claremont and Catherine, 10, allll Sanchia is playing a W� a t t e n d i n the map' at the 39th pupils g clarinet solo in a annual Kiwanis Music Claremont Public presentation by her CLAREMONT — The Festival in Toronto. School, will be par- school; Sean has a piano and will combine U.C.W. of Claremont are Sanchia, 16, a Grade ticipating in various solo with Sarah in a cello establishing a reputation for - duet; Rachel is playing the excellence of their Fall a violin solo and so also Craft Fair. The displays, Oct. 7, is Catherine. Sarah has maintained that distinction --- a cello solo. second to none. Although they've been in festivals before, Chairman of the event was it will be the first time in Rhoda Almack. the Kiwanis. They are The beauty of the quilts and children in the family of the variety of items on sale, Tom and Karen Mooney, RR 2, leased every one Mrs. Claremont. ,Almack said.Inclement - weather reduced attendance, but the fair was still considered a success. Some of the participants were - Laurin Anonby, Claremont (stitchery); Isobel Annis, Brougham (macrame and rug -hooking) ; Betty Devitt, Claremont (dolls); Joan Taylor, Uxbridge (macrame); Marie Ferguson, Brooklin, (candles) ; Joan Harper, Brooklin (dolls); Teresa Lewis, Claremont (porcelain); Eileen Rackman, Ajax (figurines) ; Paul Simp- son, Altona (toymaker); Vi Boniface, Claremont (Doorstop dolls) ; Diane Kerts, Claremont (crafts); Joe Barbaro, Claremont (furniture); Betty Pegg, Greenwood (wildlife photography) ; Barb Twiner, Pickering (Christmas decorations); Isobel Gregg, Claremont (needlepoint); Kay Sayers, Whitevale (quilts); Pat Pegg, Greenwood (weaving); Georgina Tremaine, Claremont (art); Sheila Masters, Ajax (leaf painting); Alan Felmy, Goodwood (jewellery -maker) and more. Both the sanctuary and the lower auditorium of the church had to be utilized to ac- commodate the displays. l I Mary Adelaide Graham ank teller 17 years By Rosemary Timms ton;—Larry.John—Bill and CLAREMONT — T�-- Claremont will miss Mary Adelaide Graham. She passed away May 14 in Uxbridge Cottage Move plant Hospital at age 91. This highly -respected lady was the daughter of the late David and Isabel to Ajax Graham of Claremont; also predeceasing her were her brothers, CLAREMONT — Booth Richard, Harold, Norman Dispensers Ltd., will be moving and Basil, and a sister, its Brock Road plant to Ajax in Doris. Surving are a niece, Annabelle, of November, manager David Calgary; and four foster Noble said this week. children, Miss Graham Noble explained that the was a member of Claremont operation had Claremont United outgrown its present quarters, Church, and a teller for 17 and, as expansion is restricted years at Canadian Im- in the area, the move is perial Bank of Com- necessary. He said the com- merce. Rev. Blair Clark, pany had originally planned to Claremont Baptist Church, officiated at the add to its Claremont plant. service, May 17. The firm, employing 25 Pallbearers were - Jack people, manufactures soft Morgan and Lloyd Lin- drink dispensers. School move is challenge9s' CLAREMONT — Stan Todd, principal of Claremont Public School, sees his new posting to Joseph Gould Sr. School in Uxbridge, as a definite challenge. Mr. Todd, at Claremont four years, leaves at the end of the school term in June. "I'm looking forward to it,,, he said of the move. "I won't be teaching and will be able to concentrate more on the ad- ministrative end of things". He said that, while at Claremont, he combined both, but the new Uxbridge position will allow him the luxury of a vice-principal to help out. He is without such a staff member at Claremont. Principal Todd already has Est ate uction 66 'peek t P st" CLAREMONT — "A peek into history". That's how one spectator described the estate auction sale, Saturday, at the property of the late Mary Graham, the eldest of five in the family of David and Isabella (Coates) Graham, Uxbridge - Pickering townline, west of the Brock Road. "A wonderful person — a real lady" was how Adelaide Spencley of Toronto (and for- merly of Goodwood) spoke of Mary Graham, a second cousin. She passed away May 14 in Uxbridge Cottage Hospital at the age of 91. Three brothers, Harold, Norman and Basil and one sister, Doris, pre -deceased her. For 17 years, Miss Graham was a teller on the staff of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce in Claremont. Mary Graham's love and kindness is best known by four foster children, brothers and sisters, Barbara Burnell and Bob Songhurst; Gladys Timms and Bob Edwards. They grew up at the Graham home and hold to the many memories within its walls. Mr. Songhurst still lives there. Saturday's auction was indeed "a peek into history" and some of the prices reflected the age of many items. Like Harold Graham's World War I army uniform, complete with helmet and hob -nail boots. The outfit complete sold for $230. The helmet bore the in- scription CMRR which during the 1914-18 period stood for Canadian Mounted Rifle Regiment. Successful bids on other items included - $555 for a picture frame; $560 for a settee and three chairs; $225 for a miniature spool bed; $135 for a doll's carriage (made for Mary Graham's mother) ; $147.50 for an Alladin lamp: $155 for a coal -oil lamp and $90 for a miniature lamp. Two hundred and ninety bidders were recorded. The sale, in charge of Earl Gauslin of Stouffville and Don Corneil of Little Britain, started at 11 a.m. and concluded at six, had a taste of his new post, setting up time tables and teaching schedules, in between classes at Claremont. A native of Churchill, near Barrie, Todd taught at French- man's Bay, where he was vice-principal, and at Fairmont Public School in Scarborough. He has a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education degrees from the University of Toronto. He, his wife and family reside in Goodwood. Three of his children, will be attending Joseph Gould School with their father. And, his successor? Well, why not maintain a pattern? She's Mrs. Mary Hearn, also from Frenchman's Bay. Reuben Tindall v` Life member Orange Lodie Rev. John Smith of St. Mark's United Church, Whitby, con- ducted the funeral ser- vice, May 30 for Reuben S. Tindall following his passing at home, May 27. Mr. Tindall was born in Gooderham, Haliburton County, Feb. 5, 1896, the son of James and Emma Tindall. Later, the family farmed on the second and third concessions of Uxbridge Township. For a time, the deceased operated the general stores in __ m t and Altona. 01 owing his marriage to Edith Roach, they took up residence at Cherrywood and then Whitby. His .wife predeceased him in 1973. Mr. Tindall was a member of Goodwood Loyal Orange Lodge No. 572 and was later made an honorary life member. A lodge service was held from the McEachnie Funeral Home, May 28. He was also a member of the Masonic Order. Surviving is one brother, James Milton Tindall, Claremont, A.R. 2. Another brother, John Cecil Tindall died in 1978. Interment was made at Erskine Cemetery. Lectern donated to church By Rosemary Timms CLAREMONT — A beautiful lectern, presented to the congregation of Claremont United Church by Dorothy Middleton of StouffvWe, was dedicated at a special Thanksgiving service, Sunday. The dedication memorial was read by the clerk of session Earl Cook. y S7 Brother and sister Bob Songhurst and Barbara Burnell of raised by Mary Graham who died May 14 at the age of 91. Those who Claremont stand in front of the century -old Graham family knew her best describe her as "a wonderful person". Jim Thomas residence, location of an estate auction sale, Saturday. They were This group of Claremont senior citizens were among the many Queen's Park visitors to be greeted by Ross. Eight year old Duane Tyte of West Hill tries on a World War 1 army uniform and helmet believed worn by Harold Graham, a member of the Canadian Mounted Rifle Regiment. Jim Thomas / q,; f Life At Claremont Conservation Park (photos by Fiona Robertson) KISSING COUSINS. BINSTED, Maurice Frederick — Entered into rest at Oshawe General Hospital, on Thursday, December 31, 1981, Maurice Frederick Binsted, of Ashburn, beloved husband of Mildred Eva Linton, loving son of Mrs. Lillian Binsted of Ashburn, dear brother of William of Orillia, Velma (Mrs. Wallace) of R.R.2 Orillia, Lillian (Mrs. John Quartz) of Aiax, Violet (Mrs. Elmer Brooks) of Lindsay. Mr. Binsted will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W. Pickering, No. 2 Highway Pickering Village (town of Aiax) after 2 p.m. Saturday. Funeral service in Claremont Baptist Church on Sunday, January 3, at 2 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 483 Claremont will hold a memorial service in Claremont Baptist Church at 1 P.m. Sunday. The casket will be open in the church for friends from 1:30 p.m. until time of ser- vice. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Gideon Bible Society or the charity of your choice. The family will re- ceive visitors at the funeral home from 2 to 4:30 and 7 to 9 P.M. Saturday. rsq 0 Students of Claremont Public School are Nick Doyle. Rear Row (left to right) - Debbie presenting two performances of a musical Beaudreau, Kristin Graham, Courtney Graham drama, "A Certain Small Shepherd", Dec. 21 at and Aprile Winterstein. Staff directors Carole 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Members of the cast in- Redshaw, Susan Solomon, Rick Fockler and Ron elude: Front Row (left to right) - Sherry Simick. Carruthers, Heather McCance, Pam Barber and ----Greg Coates. Pickering Museum at Claremont oy ueorge Robertson improvements. For a day's outing for the Thursday, July 30, I went to a press con- family it would be hard to find a more tran- ference at Pickering Museum. It has been quil setting, especially at the side of the quite a while since I'd visited the museum L river. I am including the official press and I was really impressed with the reiease on the future plans for the museum. Joanne Maris doing embroidery. The girls are all wearing period costumes of the With the many advantages offered by its new site the Pickering Museum is under- going a number of exciting changes. The current entrance building will eventually be transformed into an orientation centre con- sisting of an admission's area, gift shop, curatorial space, exhibit space and a com- bined staff area and storage space on the second floor. The gift shop will grow in size and importance by focusing on local craft items and appropriate historical items. A gift shop policy has been drafted which clearly defines the types of objects to be sold The hotel is currently undergoing eter- nal restoration and work on the interior is expected to begin next summer. It is hoped that the hotel may eventually be equipped with facilities which enable light refresh - George Robertson photo 1800's. On the right is a sugar cone. In the 1800's there was no granulated sugar. ments to be offered to visitors on site. As time and funds permit other changes to buildings are planned which will assist in transforming the village into a more dynamic "living museum". 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Others in the family and all present for the event are daughters Erma (Mrs. David McComb) of Castleton ; Sheila (Mrs. Bob Smith), Port Hope; two sons, Dr. Murray Mc- Mullen, Windsor and Stan McMullen, Claremont; 16 grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Nineteen year old Colleen Burton, R. R. 2, Claremont, is making a miraculous recovery following a serious snowmobile accident back in December. She's a patient in St. Michael's Hos ital Toronto. _ _ —.Jim Thomas. 3 0 A miracle CLAREMONT — It's a when that will be. If her return miracle. That's what doctors to health and strength con - and nurses on the staff of St. tinues as at present, her Michael's Hospital, Toronto release could be sooner than are undoubtedly thinking if not anyone dreamed possible nine saying as they watch the weeks ago. progress of 19 year old Colleen Burton, RR 2, Claremont. Colleen, a high school graduate and employee on the staff of Citadel Insurance Company, suffered a broken back, when thrown from one snowmobile and struck by another, last December. .. She was taken by car to Scarborough Centenary Hospital, then by ambulance to St. Michael's when the seriousness of her injury was diagnosed. For a time it was feared she might never walk again. In the nine weeks following the accident, Colleen has recovered to a point where she's now using a walker. At first, it was only a few steps but now she can move much far- ther and faster, all on her own. Her parents, Howard and Doris Burton, are pleased with their daughter's response to treatment and therapy. They also want to say thanks to the hundreds who responded through cards, calls and prayers. In addition to her mother and dad, a regular. visitor is a twin -sister, Carolyn who works only a few blocks away. She drops in to see her almost every day. Colleen's looking forward to her release from hospital, although there's no certainty By Karen Marks CLAREMONT — Janice Hall and Donald Schier were married, Saturday afternoon in a lovely ceremony at the Claremont Baptist Church. The bride is the daughter of Jack and Jean Hall, Claremont. The bride's attendants were Chris Moulsdale, matron of honor; Gail Albert and Lois Wideman, bridesmaids. The groom's best man was Paul DeBoer. The ushers were Ed DeBoer and Vic Rocha. 'Special music during the ceremony was provided by Ron McMullen and Susan Thomas with Jean Thomas at the organ and piano. The reception was held at the Granada Banquet Hall, Sheridan Mall, Pickering. On their return from a honeymoon in Florida, the newlyweds will take up residence at Whitby. 6� w tGi cti t'�..� c: W z w ,.� R •G .. 4 '"' ' .0 'rJ" c V1 'G C .0 .0 �+ .yr 'p G4 G a� c O ��U. asnc°ate ~°ro=cx �tow° x�v xa w ac Oai � ci �"> ax eci `�cEc°ptic`"°7� ° w^ y Q �r yy Q G VI W V 'C to Ow W7Ca 0 w 7y V O 4r Chi •� cc c C4 •.�. O W 3 Married at Claremont Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stone are pictured here following their marriage April 10 in Claremont United Church. The bride is the former Dianne Ward, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Ward, Claremont. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Stone, Saintfield. Following their honeymoon at Myrtle Beach, the happy couple are now residing at Saintfield. yX Girls model owin fashions Beth Carson (centre) of Mt. Zion and Susan Ajax, Thursday night. The presentations were Gammage (left) of Claremont, received their made by York -Durham Home Economist Provincial and County Honors' Diplomas at Beverley Brook. Ontario South's 4-H Achievement Program in ---Jim Thomas. Sisters take over in Claremont Well, they did for one night, last week, anyway, along with the Van Trapp family, and the rest of the cast and crew of Claremont Public School's produc- tion of "The Sound of Music." The evergreen and popular musical, unearthed an abundance of acting and singing talent. Posing prettily after the show, is Skirt -west projects earn clubs praise ONTARIO SOUTH — A colorful and exciting fashion review, highlighted Ontario South's 4-H Achievement Program, Thursday, at St. Bernadette's Parish Centre, Ajax. The show included members from Oshawa, Mount Zion, Greenwood, Claremont, Brooklin and Ajax. Vests and skirts were made by the girls themselves in a project entitled "Ready -Get Set -Sew". Commentators from Claremont were Susan Gammage and Laura Vale. Participants included - Susan and Darlene Gammage, Laura Vale, Courtney Graham, Patti Evans, Karen Carson, Karen Malcolm, Lorna Tapscott, Wanda Townsend, Sherry Carruthers and Annette Reid. Representing Mt. Zion were commentators Beth Carson and Kerie Death Wendy Carson, Dawn Marconi the Nuns' Choir - 1 - r: Leanne Berry, Debbie Beaudreau, Abbey Beer, Donna Beer, Courtney Graham (Mother Superior), Kim Junkin, Sherri Carruthers, Christine Reddie and Sandy Brown. -Jim Holt Sandy Jamieson, Linda Jones, Sharyn Fiss, Sharlene Carson, Sharyn Jones, Barb Jamieson and Ingrid Pyker. Jennifer Guthrie served as commentator for Greenwood. Other participants were - Lisa McTaggart, Becca Finlay, Debbie Waltham and Susan Pegg. Three 4-H Homemakers received diplomas, Beth Carson of Mt. Zion and Debby Noonan of Ajax, Provincial Honors; Susan Gammage of Claremont, County Honors. Presentations were made by York -Durham Home Economist Beverley Brook. McCULLOUGH, Freeman Winston — At the Community Memorial Hospital, Port Perry, on Tuesday May 25, 1982, Freeman McCullough, beloved husband of Bessie Arney and the late Elizabeth Smith. Dearly 1pved father of Leonard of Toronto, Jean Taillon of St. Catharines, Peggy (Mrs. G. Ballard), of Scarborough and Freida (Mrs. D. Cochrane) of Port Perry. Brother of Ella Pennell of Pickering, Dorcas Kirk of Renfrew, Laura MacCarl of Whitby, Evelyn Hopkin of Toronto, Lyman of North Bay, Adelaide Lougheed of Elmvale, Stella Pickins of Toronto, Donald of Newmark- et, Lester of Brampton and Joy Mills of Stouffviile. Loving grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 9 great - grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral chapel of McDermott-Pana- baker Port Perry from 2-9 P.M. Thursday. Service Friday aft. ernoon at 2 o'clock. intermenl Pine Grove Cemetery. REYNOLDS, Ctffford W. — En- tered into rest at Scarborough General Hospital on Tuesday, May 25, 1982, Clifford W. Reynolds, of Claremont, Ont., beloved husband of Laura 1. Linton, loving father of James of Agincourt, Douglas of Bowmanville, grandfather of 7 grandchildren. Brother of Olga (Mrs. Yeoman) of Kitchener, Thelma (Mrs. Wooding) of Au- rora. Mr. Reynolds will rest at MCEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W. Pickering, No. 2 Highway Pickering Village (Town of Aiax) after 7 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday, May 28 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the fun- eral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, 2 to 4:30 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. Brougham Un- ion Lodge No. 269 Claremont, will hold a memorial service at the funeral home on Thursday evening at 9 p.m. Mr. Reynolds was a Past Master of Brougham Union Lodge and member of Succoth Chapter R.A.M. No. 135 G.R.C., Ux- bridge and Markham Chapter O.E.S. No.97. _ ___ __ __ Farm auction CLAREMONT — The crowd was large and items sold well at an auction, Satur- day, on the Century Farm property of Percy Jones and the late Ralph Jones, R. R. 2, Claremont. Auctioneer Earl Gauslin was in charge assisted by Phil Faulkner. A few of the top bids were $380 for a flat -back cupboard; $300 for a library cupboard, $62 for an old wooden pump and $50 for an apple peeler. A l John Deere antique tractor (Model 'M') brought $1.300; a gasoline engine, $23� and a bean sprayer, $80. Georgia Tremaine Passes on skills CLAREMONT — "I've Scarborough just over a year, finally come up with a Georgia and her husband technique I'm comfortable with moved to Claremont where and I think it shows," says they purchased a house. They then renovated a barn at the PRETTY, Ellen — At The Women's College Hospital, on Monday, July 26, 1"2, Ellen, in her 86th year. Mother of Elizabeth (Mrs. Bert Fleming) of Mississauga and the late Allan. Grandmother of Nancy, Derek and the late David Fleming. Sister of Marguerite Duerden and Anne Collin. Resting at The Turner and Porter ' Peel Chapel", 2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga, (Hwy. 10, N. of Q.E.W.). Funeral Service, 1 o'clock, Wednesday afternoon. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. In memory, the family would appreciate donations to the Canadian Diabetic Association. artist Georgia Tremame of Claremont. "I'm really excited rear to serve as a studio. about it." Georgia is currently Owner and operator of working on a project which Georgia's Studio and Gallery, involves painting portraits of Brock Road, Claremont, the long-time Claremont Georgia also teaches art. She residents. "I've always been a currently has three classes people person," she explains. which she'll be cutting to one "It's also a way to record the after Christmas to allow more culture and history of the time on her own. community." "I have a few paintings One thing she stresses to awaiting completion," ex- her students is not to take plained Georgia. "I may return themselves too seriously. "You to three or four classes in the should always have a good time spring." and experiment when paint - Although she personally ing," she says. "When I find prefers acrylics and pastels, it's becoming more work than Georgia teaches all mediums. fun, I take a breather." She also prefers to keep her Anyone interested in classes down to seven students signing up for classes can allowing more attention to contact Georgia at 649-2996. each. Rates are reasonable at $50 for ten lessons, with each being two and a half hours long. "I'm not out to make a killing," says f Georgia, "just enough to cover costs." Every six months she holdsVf ' a show and sale in the gallery ~; featuringone or two local artists. ``It gives them a chance to display their work," she said. "There are some really talented people in the area." A very personable person, Georgia, still uses her maiden 9 name Youngs when autographing her work. She's always been interested in art but never really became serious about it until six years ago_ Employed as a registered 1 nurse, Georgia started painting .,. on the side. She then worked part-time on each but finally gave up nursing to become a tea:. full-time artist. Explaining that her high x. school never offered a very good art course, Georgia revealed she's pretty much self-taught. In 1977, she entered a contest and won a scholarship to Mary Schneider's Summer Art School in Tweed. "This was a great ex- perience, it opened a lot of Talented artist, Georgia Tremaine of doors," she said. Claremont is passing her skills on to others in After operating a gallery in the community through classes held at her Brock Late Harry Tindall A skilled carpenter ALTONA — Harry Tindall, well-known and highly respected Altona area resident, died in his sleep, Sunday, Nov. 2, the result of a heart attack. Mr. Tindall was a skilled carpenter, ap- plying his trade at Tam-o- Shanter, Agincourt and later with Bob Lewis, Claremont, RR 3. He'd been retired for the past two years. He was only 55. Rev. Donald Pugh, former minister at Altona Missionary Church and now at Plattsviile, was in charge of the service, held Nov. 5 from the O'Neill Funeral Chapel with interment, Claremont Union Cemetery. Besides his wife Blanche, he is survived by three sons, Kenneth, Ross and Harvey all of Brougham; one daughter, Marie, in Scarborough and one grandson, Steven Tindall. There are two sisters, Florence Symes of Stouffville and Elsie Carter, Coppins Corners. Pall bearers were six nephews, Melvin, Bruce and Norman Tindall; Earl and Ray Carter and Glen Reesor. Road Studio. Her current project is that of painting portraits of long-time residents in the area. — Greg Coates. Baptist Church "a shining ligh CLAREMONT — Describing Claremont Baptist Church as "a shining light in this com- munity for 160 years," Rev. John Torrance paused for a moment to reflect on his boyhood during the an- niversary service, Sunday. Rev. Torrance, formerly of Claremont and now pastor at Ontario Street Baptist Church in Stratford, recalled how, on occasions, he was given a ride to Sunday School by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Wellman, residents east of the village. He spoke of the assistance and en- couragement provided by his t" parents and the friendship he had come to know and ap- preciate in his association with Canon H.L. Puxley, RR 2, Claremont. "Anniversaries remind us of the very roots of our faith," he said, "we can be the con- science of our communities in many ways". John was accompanied to Claremont by his family, wife Margaret and children Scott and Christopher. His mother and dad, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Torrance, now of Lakefield, were also in the congregation. The sanctuary was filled. Rev. John Torrance (left), formerly of at the Claremont Baptist Church, Sunday. The Claremont and now the pastor at Ontario Street sanctuary was filled for the worship. Baptist Church in Stratford, shared the an- niversary service with Rev. Blair Clark (ri _t) —Jim Thomas Karen Mooney, of Claremont, with some of her ings of The Pear Blossoms & The Studio. works. Karen had two paintings accepted for the We at Pickering's Bay News are very happy and Oshawa Art Association's 15th Annual Juried Art proud of Karen's artistic talents, which isan asset to Exhibition at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, her job in the art department of Pickering's Bay Oshawa. The Show runs until May 15th. Karen News. received two Honourable Mentions for her paint- Ann Fryer, formerly of Claremont and now residing with her daughter and son-in-law at Norland, returned for the Baptist Church anniversary service, Sunday, resplendent in a beautiful gown in keeping with the occasion. —Jim Thomas. Longtime area teacher Bids school adieu BROOKLIN — The end of the month will mark the end of a career for Nellie Hopkins of Ashburn, a career that has spanned 32 years. Mrs Hopkins, a teacher on the staff of Meadowcrest Public School, Brooklin, will retire at the conclusion of the June term. A tea in her honor will be held Thursday, (to —morrow), from 4 to 6 p.m. The profession has been kind to Mrs Hopkins. She admits this. However, those closest to her in the classroom claim she's returned those benefits ten -fold. Born at R.R. 2, Claremont, Nellie (Gostick) received her elementary education at Mount Pleasant (S.S. No. 12), Picker- ing. Following graduation from Claremont Continuation School; Stouffville High School and Toronto Normal School, she returned to Mount Pleasant as a teacher and' remained there three years. Other teaching positions have in- cluded -Chalk Lake, Locust Hill, Claremont and Brooklin. Mrs Hopkins admits she en- joyed the rural atmosphere of "the little red brick school- 9 house" but, at the same time, knew of associated hardships. Like walking 2 1/2 miles to and from her boarding house (Ho- ward Hagerman's) at Locust Hill every day and handling a roomfull of 38 children; or arriving early on cold winter NELLIE HOPKINS no more red school- house. mornings at Chalk Lake and stoking up the furnace. "You never worried about those kind of things," she said, "resources were always li- mited". Discipline was never a prob- lem; on the contrary, the chil- dren always seemed anxious to help, she said. "We were much like a family," she explained, with reference to schools in the country. On occasions, Nellie meets former pupils with the resul- tant query "remember me?" Usually she does, despite the fact hundreds have passed through her hands. Mrs Hopkins was twelve years at Claremont, coming to Meadowcrest School in 1968. She recalls Claremont's Della Moore as "a terrific principal". Mrs Hopkins says its hard to believe she'll no longer be `in- volved' in education after June 30. However,the work at Burns Presbyterian Church is impor- tant also and she hopes to give this more time. She wants to do some travelling and maybe provide a tutoring service for children confined to hospitals. Then, there's the chance too, she may write a book. Whatev- er the future holds, Nellie Hop- kins will use her time to good advantage, more for others than for herself. Lodge members honored for long service Three members of Stouffville's Odd- Recognized were —Albert King (centre) fellows Lodge were honored for long of Stouffville, a member for 70 years and service at a ceremony, May 17. Un- Stan Tweedy, R. R. 1, Claremont (left), fortunately, Reuben Myer of Markham, a member 50 years. The presentation of a 60-year member, could not _attend. pins was made by Ralph Crawford. 10 ° 'i~ c. ann8'°ar_a ccam°ca G .r. .OV p+ ° ai a�U °a�Q ca E� rn c c O�C7 CZy e Q o.- MQW c>c. QW'r C ++ •b 'O y CC ° 3 00 �O e� .�' Q R rA O F -0 'O cz Co rA ►a O U 'i~ t'. i. 1... - C a eE R" ii d ^O y to c� y U wok °'� oQ ca °^. E. L -V 1.. co °V > 0 co W Honor respected couple CLAREMONT — May 22 will long be remembered by Cec and Ethel Redman as one of the happiest days in their lives --- a celebration marking their golden wedding an- niversary. An `open house,' attended by hundreds, was held in the Claremont Legion Hall during the afternoon with a dance at night. Mr. and Mrs. Redman welcomed each of their guests, some they hadn't seen for years. Mr. Redman was born at Glen Major, son of Silas and Jane Redman. He attended Glen Major Public School. Mrs. Redman, the former Ethel Redshaw, was born on a farm betwen the 6th and 7th Con- cessions of Uxbridge Township, the daughter of William and Elizabeth Redshaw. She at- tended school on Conc. 6. Following their marriage, May 21, 1932 in the United Church parsonage at Uxbridge, they set out on a honeymoon trip to Oshawa. On their return, they farmed in Uxbridge, then moved to Claremont. During World War II, they worked at the munitions plant in Ajax. Later, Mrs. Redman joined the staff at Sarco and remained there 18 years. Mr. Redman was employed at Weston's Bakery in Toronto and for 19 years at Chesebrough-Ponds, Eleven years ago, they moved to Markham, first to the Dublin Apartments and now at Thompson Court. There, they've made many new friends. They speak with pride of their only daughter, Yvonne (Pudge) White of Claremont. They have four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The Tribune was pleased to be part of Saturday's celebration and wishes both many more years of health and happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Cec Redman were honored ding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Redman, for. Saturday at an `open House' in the Claremont merly of Claremont, now reside at Thompson Legion Hall. The occasion was _their 50th wed- Court Apartments, Markham. —Jim Thomas. iwrii enns wxxx jumiLoo aaa -river U X B R I D G Eattended the service in Born sou t h of of service stations in Villae and Len Pilkey was a 'pro- fessinal' bussenthu- ,eonard (Len) Pilkey Trinity United Church, Claremont, the son Luther and Liza Pilkey, Brougham, bothgat the never losing hiClaremont vas a man who never Tuesday afternoon. he was employed sever- same time. He also had a siasm for meeting peo- le ---of all ages. School topped smiling. This Mr Pilkey passed al years as a mechanic kill station in Oakville. p children loved him. riendly disposition, nirrored by his counte- away Dec. 17 in Ux bridge Cottage Hospital and driver with Col- In 1949, he built a home He was active in lance, was mentioned where he'd been a pa- lacutt Bus Lines in Osha- wa. Following the sale of and service station at Coppins' Corners, later sports including soccer and hockey. He served >y the hundreds who cal- tient only two days. He this company, he moved renting the business to as caretaker of the are- ed at the Low &Low �uneral Home in Ux- would have marked his 85th birthday, back to the Claremont his nephew, Murray lClaremont, oneofmany tasks he )ridge, Monday and Wednesday. area where he operated Coppins__ Lectern donated to church By Rosemary Timms CLAREMONT — A beautiful lectern, presented to the congregation of Claremont United Church by Dorothy Middleton of Stouffville, was dedicated at a special Thanksgiving service, Sunday. The dedication memorial was read by the clerk of session Earl Cook. On Sunday, Oct. 18, the congregation of Claremont United Church will celebrate its 92nd anniversary. The time of worship is 11:15 a.m. Rev. F. Paul Erb of Hampton is the guest minister with Barbara Warden, soloist. The congregation of St. John's Church, Brougham, will join with Claremont on this occasion. An hour of fellowship and refresh- ments will follow. performed. He was also a township school attendance officer and welfare officer. Besides his wife, the former Mary Norton, he is survived by two sons, Michael. R.R. 1, Sunder- land and Grant (Hardy) of Oshawa and four grandchildren, Douglas and Steven Pilkey; Jody Four Claremont uumes receive An-itumau x,u1 ua At a ceremony, June 14 in the Claremont Legion Hall, four Girl Guides received their All -Round Cords. Honored were -(left to right)-Aprile Winterstein, Deanna Evans, Chris Peddie and Lori "Girl Next Door" Sr. member H.S. Band By Jim Thomas CLAREMONT — While it may be neces- sary to go outside the village for some extra- curricular activities, 15 year old Susan Gam- mage (she'll be 16 in Au- gust), participates in just about everything the community has to offer. For example, she holds a County Certifi- cate in 4-H Achieve- ment and is working to- wards her Provincial Diploma; she enjoys tennis at the local courts and is a member of the Young People's at Claremont Baptist Church. She's our "Girl Next Door". Susan has always lived in Claremont. She has a sister, Darlene,17, and a brother, Robbie, 12. A Grade 11 student (in September) at Picker- ing High School, she plays the trombone in the Sr. Band. This com- ing year, she hopes to become more involved in school sports, parti- cularly track and field. She was Claremont's Female Athlete of the Year in Grade 8. The long jump is her spe- cialty. She also enjoys swimming. The family has a cottage on Kushog Lake near Minden. It was sister Darlene who prompted her to join 4-H and she's never been sorry. Her mother's a club leader. An honor student through two years at Pickering High, she hopes to go on to uni- versity following gra- duation. She'd like to be an orthodontist. By Rosemary Timms was the wife of the late CLAREMONT — William Briggs and Former Claremont mother of Russell, resident Alberta Vic- Thomas, Ruby, Ila, toria Isabel Briggs Doris, Thelma and passed away Sunday, Reta, deeceased. The Sept. 13, at Providence funeral was held Sept. 16 Villa, Alberta, in her at the Paul O'Connor 85th year. Mrs. Briggs Funeral Home in Scarborough with in- Knapp. The presentations were made by District Commissioner Tessie Dempster (rear -left) assisted by Guider Carolyn Evans. ---Jim Holt Fifteen year old Susan Gammage of Claremont will enter Grade 11 at Pickering High School in September. She's a member of the Claremont 4-H Achievement Club; the Young People's at the Baptist Church and plays the trombone in the P.H.S. Sr. Band. ---Jim Thomas terment Resthaven Memorial Gardens. Claremont Lrirl receives three awards Seventeen year old Kim Budd of Claremont, a per cent. Kim received her elementary education Grade 12 student (in September) at Harwood at Claremont Public School. She has her sights set Secondary School, Ajax, was the recipient of on a career in computer -secretarial work. three achievement awards at graduation cere- ---Jim Thomas monies in June. She had -an average mark of 84 Lions seeking15,000 Woman has rare ailment CLAREMONT — A 26 year old former Claremont woman, mother of two, suffers from a skin disorder which, in North America, there's no known cure. Carol Rowe, now of Whitby, has, what is referred to in medical circles as impetigo Masonic Temple is on "shaky grounds" CLAREMONT — The 140- year-old Masonic Temple in �laremont, has been on shaky ;round in more ways than one, ill these years. In fact, it's been mostly on he ground, says Don Vale, a )ast master of the Lodge, and -hairman of the restoration turns," Denise Norton, a sister- in-law, told The Tribune. The rash, she said, first appeared during her fifth month of pregnancy with the couple's second child. Initially, there was thought to be some connection. However, since de- livery, nothing has changed. Doug and Carol have two chil- herpetlsormis, a condition A-16dren, Julie three and Earl, 18 whereby her body is covered mun They'd also like the com months. with blister -like sores. She's munity to help. "Her family's backing her all had the disease for the past two Mrs Rowe has been in and out the way," Mrs Norton said. Her years. of hospitals since June 1980, in- grandfather's already conti- Mrs Rowe is confident she eluding Scarborough Centen- buted $1,000 to the fund. Others can gain relief from this ary, Women's College and Sun- wishing to assist should make malady if treatment can be nybrook. All treatment has pro- cheques payable to T h e arranged in Germany. Pavel vided only temporary relief. Claremont Lions Club (in trust Kozak, a specialist in this field, "They, (physicians), can con- for Carol Rowe), Box 247, knows of Carol's problem. He trol it for awhile, but then it re- Claremont, Ont. __ recently spent several weeks in Ontario but has since returned home. For Doug and Carol, the cost, estimated at close to $15,000, is prohibitive. This is where the Claremont Lions and Lioness Clubs come in. They're spearheading a fund-raising drive throughout all of District The Royal Canadian Legion held a memorial service in Claremont Baptist Chruch at 1 p.m., in honor of the late Maurice Frederick Binsted of Ashburn, and formerly of Claremont. Mr. Binsted died Dec. 31, in Oshawa General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, the former Mildred Linton of Ash- burn; his mother, Mrs. Lillian Binsted. Ash- burn; a brother, William, Orillia; and three sisters, Velma Wallace, Orillia, Lillian Quantz, Ajax, and Violet Brooks, Lindsay. Mr Binsted lived in Claremont most of his life, where he was employed as a property assessor for the county. Fashion committee, now busy renovating the building. According to Vale, when members started the project in May, they found the Temple was perched on some piles of stones, and their biggest ac- tivity ever since has been jacking it up and putting in steel beams to make it just as solid below as above. It, and the other matters of restoration, which include installing an electric furnace to replace the old space heaters, new plumbing, insulation, painting and a general cleanup, will keep them going for another couple of years, Vale said. However, the temple just secured a Heritage Grant, which has helped make the financial end easier, he added. Other funds have come from the members, themselves. Vale said they hoped to have the building underway sooner, but there's a matter of meeting weeping tile requirements — their 600 feet of ground is 400 short of the maximum needed. At first, all the work was done by members of the lodge, but now other townspeople are pitching in. Stouffville's Masonic Lodge has also let them use their temple for various functions, he said. Aside from the Mason's own use, it is planned to make the temple available to senior citizens for various functions, Vale said. scow CLAREMONT — Darren and David Leh - On Wed., April 28, nine man, Jenni Redshaw, ladies and 15 children Darrell Vanderligt, will participate in a Wayne Meredith, spring fashion review at Leanne Redshaw, Pam Claremont United Evans, Lisa Jones, Church. Time of the Emily Marks, Debbie, event is 7:30 p.m. Kevin, Jennv and Commentators for Heather McCance. the show will be Judy Three local ladies Vipond and Connie have volunteered their Heron of the Brooklin services - Glenda Village Shop and Diana Winterstein on hair Drmaj of Kiddies Gro' styles; Eunice Gam - Clothes, Pickering. The mage and Jean Drake program organizer is with Mary K make-up. Karen Marks. Ticket prices are $3 Models include — adults; $1.50 children, Linda McCance, Ber- available in advance by nice Ward, Nancy calling 649-2392. There Ward, Helen Anderson, will be door prizes and lsobelle Evans, Shirley refreshments. Pilkey, Rhoda Almack, Barbara Warden, Marina Rogers, Sean Honored Tran, Michelle Norton, -- — - — Agnes Wallace, Parkview Home, Stouffville, was one of several ladies honored, Sunday, at a special U.C.W. service in Claremont United Church. Mrs. Wallace was the organization's first president twenty years ago. Wsit of fate kept him off the Titanic Ship's cook barely missed service on doomed trip CLAREMONT — April 14, 1912. About 20 minutes before midnight, the world's greatest luxury liner smashed into an iceberg off the coast of Newfoundland, sending more than 1,500 people to a wa- tery grave. Just four miles away, John Paton stood in shocked silence in the cook house of the tramp steamer Orpheus, helplessly listen- ing to those first distressing calls from the Titanic. He couldn't believe those terrible cries for help coming from a ship thought to be indestructible, unsinkable. Now, more than a month after the 70th anniversary of the sinking, Paton, resting' comfortably, at his Claremont farm, re- calls the twist of fate that kept him off the Titanic and undoubtedly saved his life. Paton, who turned 90 in February, remembered when Chief Steward James Gibb told him he probably wouldn't be on the Titanic's maiden voyage. Distress calls "I had worked as a .cook on the Titanic for three weeks before it set sail," he said. "But then I was asked to go on the Orphe- us — it was leaving right away and it was expected to be back before the Titanic was to leave." But the gigantic ocean liner left a few days ahead of schedule. "Oh, I wasn't disappointed having to leave the Titanic, because I understood I'd be back in time to get on it. It was a mag- nificent ship, there was nothing like it back then. "When I heard the Titanic's distress calls, I was surprised, I didn't even know it had set off," he said, in a still strong Scottish accent. . The surprise became frustration when he and the rest of the Orpheus crew could do nothing to help. Saved by iceflow: Claremont resident John Paton, 90, recalls the look on the faces of his family when he returned home after being listed among the Titanic's victims. His mother and sister fainted and his brother turned "white as a ghost." "We were stuck in an iceflow," he said. "We were so close but we couldn't do a thing about it. It was four days before we finally got free of the ice and headed into St. John's." By that time, all that remained of the Titanic was scattered pieces of debris. "It must have been terrible," Paton said softly, shaking his head. After the Orpheus landed in St. John's, Paton signed on with another ship and spent the next two years travelling the world before deciding to return to Scot- land. When he reached his birthplace of Errel, Scotland, he was dismayed by the reaction of his brother as he passed him on the street. "He walked right by me, white as a ghost, and he didn't say a word." An even more peculiar response occur- red when he met his sister and mother. "They both screamed and passed out. I was beginning to wonder what was going on." Eventually his mother recovered enough to show him a telegram, which said he had died when the Titanic went down. "They had never taken my name off the list of Titanic crew, so of course everyone thought I had sailed with it. I didn't know that though." His family had even held a memorial service after receiving the telegram. When convinced her son was still alive, his mother rushed him right down to the town preacher, who preached about re- turning from the dead. Paton settled in Canada in 1914, and worked for the Canadian National rail- ways for 40 years. He and his wife Laura have lived in Claremont since 1957. Not prepared Paton has his own opinion of what might have contributed to the Titanic's sinking. "It wasn't ready to go in the first place," he said. "And some of the plates weren't riveted on right. When it did hit the ice- berg, they weren't organized — they did- n't have enough lifeboats, they weren't prepared. But everyone thought it was un- sinkable." When asked if he had any Titanic souve- nirs, Paton shook his head. "Oh, I had a few things, but they were all stolen a few years ago. Don't know why they took them," he said. What they couldn't take, however, was his memory. "It's something you never forget — every time I think of it I'm thankful for what happened to me. I guess it was just fate, it just wasn't my turn." DEATHS JONES, Lorne Watter — Entered into rest at Centenary Hospital on Tuesday, March 22, 1983, Lorne Walter Jones, in his 781h year, of R. R. 1, Ashburn. Be- loved husband of Alma Evans. Loving father of Grant of Bal- sam, Murray of Mount Zion, Ronald of Brooklin, Doreen (Mrs. Kenneth Slickwood) of Sunderland. Father-in-law of Shirley, Evelyn, Donna and Kenneth. Dear grandfather of len grandchildren. Brother to Nora (Mrs. Maynard) of Brooklin and Ernest (prede- ceased). Mr. Jones will rest at MLEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. West, Pickering, No. 2 Hwy., Pickering Village (Town of Ala x) after 7 p.m Wednesday. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday, March 25 at 1:30 p.m. Spring interment Claremont Union Cemetery The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, 2-5 and 7 9 p.m. Thursday. Beethoven Lodge I.O.O.F. No. 165 Brooklin will hold a memorial service at the funeral home on Wednesday evening at 9' I5 P.M. _ _ CARRUTHERS, Garnet Randolph (Randy?— Entered into rest at the family residence Claremont, on Monday, March Garnet Randolph Carruthers, beloved husband of Evelyn Tweedie, loving father of Betty Anne (Mrs. K. Meredith), Doreen (Mrs. T. RarltonMa y Jane a(Mrs.udC• pro, Debbie (Mrs. M. Uzzell ), Uzzelq, Bill, Allan, John, Carol, Susie (Mrs- G. Shner), Steve and Bryan. Loving grandfather of 15 grandchildren. Dear son of Hazel Carruthers and the late oreen ((Mrs�yJ. Hill)hMr. Carer of rJuthers will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W Pick- ering Village (Town of Aiax) after 7 p.m. Tuesday. Complete funeral service and committal in the y, March 10 ath1301P.M. Spring on ainterment Claremont Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send do nations to the charity of your choice. WILSON, Leslie Eugene — En- tered into rest suddenly at the Oshawa General Hospital on Saturday, February 19, 1983. Leslie Eugene Wilson of Green- wood. Ontario. Beloved hus- band of Marion Disney. Loving father of Janice of Toronto, Donna of Scarborough, Keith at home. Mr. Wilson is resting at McEachnie Funeral Horne, 28 Kingston Rd. W. Pickering. No. 2 Hwy. Pickering Village (Town of Aiax). Funeral service in Greenwood United Church, Greenwood Ontario on Tuesday February 22 at 2 p.m. Interment Salem Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the fun- eral home from 2-4:30 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Mr. Wilson will rest at Greenwood United Church from 12:30 Tuesday un- til time of funeral service at ? P.m. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Ontario Heart Foundation. JOHNSON, George Melvin — Suddenly at Grimsby on Satur- day, March 5, 1983. Mel Johnson, beloved husband of Laura Ormerod of 373 Collins Dr., Orillia, formerly of Clare, mont, In his 68th year. Loving father of Carol (Mrs. Harold Davidson) of Sharon, Gordon of Ottawa, David of Stratford and Helen (Mrs. Van Parnnam) of Orillia. Grandfather of Gary and Brenda Johnson, Lynne and Elaine Davidson, Sherry, Brian, Dwayne, Brendon, Denise and Mathew Johnson. Dear brother of Isobel (Mrs. Lorne Pierre) of Toronto, Margaret (Mrs. Robert Jackson), of Demoresf- ville, Mabel (Mrs. Arthur Cox) of Toronto and Gladys, Prede- ceased. The late Mr. Melvin - Johnson Is resting at the Mun- dell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N. Orillia. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday afternoon March 9 of 3 o'clock. Temporary Entombment St. Andrew's -St. Jame's Cemetery Vault, Orlllla, with Spring Inter- ment in Claremont Union Ceme- tery. Memorial donations to the First Baptist Church Memorial Fund or the Ontario Heart Foundation would be gratefully appreciated. S 111111 tin cleaning at oold Brougham Museum BROUGHAM — It's been a ong "spring cleaning" at the site of the former Pickering Museum at Brougham, but the )lace is just about in order. An auction is scheduled for l0 a.m. Saturday with Earl 3auslin, Stouffville and Earl Pilkey, Claremont in charge. According to Gwenn Wowbray of Kinsale, it's taken about three years to sort things )ut. Now, they're planning to sell off some of the items in- !luding old tractors, binders, ,)lows and wagons; wicker aaby carriages, pumps, -chairs, ihow cabinets and an organ. According to Mrs. Vlowbray, the previous board "couldn't say no to anything". ks a result, the museum ac- �epted many donations it !ouldn't use. "For a lot of people, it was easier to drop their stuff off iere than take it to the dump," she said. This doesn't mean the The museum, now located articles were of no value, but at Greenwood, features items the time period was wrong, she spanning the era between 1830 explained. and 1930, Mrs. Mowbray said. Protest sale GREENWOOD — The Pickering Historical Society is holding an auction sale, Satur- day, at the old museum site in Brougham. However, Bill Clark of Greenwood won't be there. He feels the selling off of such articles is wrong since most were donated by residents and meant to be retained. While there's no proof, Clark claims all items were given "in perpetuity" which, if so, would mean they were to be maintained forever. He feels this policy was enscribed on a plaque and possibly removed. A search of photo files is un- derway to see if this is true. In `house-cleaning' the site, the Town also 'housecleaned' the board, he said. "It's almost all new," he stated. Bill Clark has yet to set foot on the new grounds at Green- wood, nor does he plan to. "The whole thing's a mess. They knocked the heart out of us," he said. He contends the heritage idea, on which the original museum was established, will be lost. While the wounds are slowly healing, Clark admits he felt "awfully hurt for awhile". He says he speaks for others who also served on the board. Calling it "a pretty touchy thing", he wonders if Satur- day's sale is really legal. Whether it is or it isn't, he doesn't plan to be there to protest. Claremont Fall Fair now second to none CLAREMONT — The U.C.W. of Claremont are establishing a reputation for the excellence of their Fall Craft Fair. The displays, Oct. 7, maintained that distinction--- second to none. Chairman of the event was Rhoda Almack. The beauty of the quilts and the variety of items on sale, pleased everyone, Mrs. Almack said. Inclement weather reduced attendance, but the fair was still considered Some of the participants were - Laurin Anonby, Claremont (stitchery); Isobel Annis, Brougham (macrame and rug -hooking); Betty Devitt, Claremont (dolls); Joan Taylor, Uxbridge (macrame); Marie Ferguson, Brooklin, (candles); Joan Harper, Brooklin (dolls); Teresa Lewis, Claremont (porcelain); Eileen Rackman, Ajax (figurines); Paul Simp- son, Altona (toymaker); Vi Boniface, Claremont (Doorstop dolls) ; Diane Kerts, Claremont (crafts); Joe Barbaro, Fairview resident By Jennie Johnson GLEN MAJOR — Milton Prouse of Fair- view Lodge and formerly of Claremont, passed away Sept. 30. Service was conducted Oct. 2 with interment Groveside Cemetery. Surviving are three brothers -Russell, Lorne and Edgar and four sisters -Isabelle, Gladys, Hilda and Doris. Deceased left proud legacy It was thirty-nine years ago that Joe Farr left Claremont to take on a new business venture in Orillia. Time however, has not erased his memory. He's still recalled by farmers in the area and residents of the community, some active and some now retired. Mr. Farr died in his sleep, Jan. 20 at Sunnybrook Medical Centre. He'd been in ill health for the past two months. Born at Thistletown, he farmed there thirteen years before buying out the feed mill in Claremont from Walter Symes. Thirteen years later, he gave notice of his intention to sell, prompting a group of farmers in the district to pur- chase the business and establish the Claremont Co-operative. Always a community - minded person, Joe Farr was equally active in Orillia where he founded the Big Brothers Chapter and served on the committee for Big Brothers of Canada. He was President of the Lakeland District Cancer Society and provided trans- -porta:.'%:tn _for hurdrAd of patients to and from hospital. For seventeen years, he served on the Orillia Public School Board including one year as chairman. He was an elder at St. Paul's United Church fourteen years. Joe Farr was interested in the work of the blind and because of this dedication he was presented with an engraved plaque by the C.N.I.B. Four years ago, he was the recipient of a Good Citizenship Medal from the Province of Ontario. Although a resident in the Orillia area 39 years, the past 21 years were spent at Lake Couchiching. Mr, and Mrs. Farr had been married 58 years. Besides his wife, the former Ethel Whitmore, he is survived by two sons, John and Joey of Orillia; three daughters, Jean (Mrs. Willard Clark), Orillia; Margaret Ann Calder, Leth- bridge, Alberta; Mary Elizabeth Needham, Etobicoke d 1 n r d h'ild Claremont (furniture) ; Betty an a eve g an c ten.Surviving also are four sisters. Pegg, Greenwood (wildlife He was predeceased by three photography); Barb Twiner, brothers. Pickering (Christmas PASSES SUDDENLY -- decorations) ; Isobel Gregg, The sudden death is reported of Mrs Lil- Claremont (needlepoint); Kay lian Johnston of Sunderland. Mrs John - Sayers, Whitevale (quilts) ; Pat ston, well-known to many in the area, died Pegg, Greenwood (weaving); March 29. Surviving besides her husband Georgina T r e m a i n e Harold is one son, Elwood of Sunderland and three daughters, Sylvia (Mrs Armand Claremont (art) ; Sheila English) of Markham; Florence (Mrs Herb Masters, Ajax (leaf painting); White) of Newmarket; Heather (Mrs Don Alan Felmy, Goodwood Shepard) of Sunderland; a foster daughter, (jewellery -maker) and more. Mrs Frank Jewell of Meaford and a foster Both the sanctuary and the son, Mr David Carnegie of Calgary. Mrs lower auditorium of the church Johnston was predeceased r) a foster daughter, Mrs Angela (Taylor) Stiner. A had to be utilized to ac- brother Almore lives in Toronto. There are eommodate the displays. eight grandchildren and four great- -- - - grandchildren. Pickerinq Museum takes on new lite curing summer seusufi The Pickering Museum site was officially opened for the late during June and September; Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to spring and summer seasons, Saturday. Located in the hamlet of 5 p.m., July and August. A familiar figure on the grounds was Mac Greenwood, the hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends and holidays Middleton of Claremont with his 1928 Waterloo steam engine. jueiovect te-acner dies STOUFFVILLE — Margaret Hosie touched the lives of hundreds, through several generations. As a teacher, no one was more dedicated to the profes- sion. As a friend, she was loved and re- spected by everyone. The two, a teacher and friend; love and respect, went hand in hand. News of her sudden passing, March 29, was received here with shock and sadness. She had been a patient in Scar- borough Centenary Hospital only a week. Born in Kirkentillock, Scotland, the daughter of George and Margaret Hosie, she came to Canada with her pa- rents at the age of only eighteen months. Initially, the family resided at Sturgeon Falls, then moved to Uxbridge where Margaret received her secondary school education. She later attended Teachers' College at Peterborough. Her first position was at a rural school near Kinmount in Haliburton County. There, she conducted classes from Grades Ito 10. In 1928, she took over the public school at Utica, then, in 1932, she was appointed principal at Claremont. Margaret Hosie was hired by the Stouffville Board in 1942. The principal here at that time was Cedric Watson, then Lorne Boadway, his successor. She remained on the Stouffville staff until her retirement in 1966, assisting in re- medial work at both Summitview and Orchard Park. Miss Hosie's home was as much a classroom as her school. She tutored dozens of children who required assist- ance after-hours. It was not uncommon for her teaching days to begin at nine in the morning and last through until ten at night. An award, established by the Board in her name, lives on. It goes annually to the student with highest marks in En- glish Literature. While education was her life, Mar- garet Hosie had other interests also. She was a member in the congregation of Stouffville United Church and the U.C.W. She also taught Sunday School. She belonged to the Bethesda Women's Institute; the Stouffville Horticultural Society; the Friendship Club and the Sil- ver Jubilee Club. She was active in the Teachers' Federation dating back to 1948. Rev. Cecil Tiller spoke of Margaret's many contributions over the years and how greatly she would be missed. The service was held March 31 from the O'Neill Funeral Chapel with spring in- terment, Stouffville Cemetery. Surviving is one sister, Jean, of Stouffville and a brother, George, living in Uxbridge. MARGARET HOSIE An impressive Grade 8 graduation ceremony was held, June 22 right) -Cathy Craig,14; Debbie Beaudreau, 13 and Kerri Death, 14. at Claremont Public School in which thirty-one students received ---Jim Thomas diplomas. Recipients of three top academic awards were (left to Grade 8 graduati*on 40 40 very impressive CLAREMONT — Thirty-one Grade 8 graduates received their diplomas at an impressive ceremony, June 22 at Claremont Public School. The majority will attend Pickering High in the fall. The following were honored - Debbie Beaudreau, Donna Beer, Isabel Beer, Leanne Ber- ry, Angela Brooks, Ted Brown, Cathy Craig, Brock Creet, Ker- ri Death, Marty Douglas, Kir- sten Elliott, Jeff Fiss, Ken Gar- butt, Casey Greenbury, Dianne Harper, Wym Horne, Paul Hou-storr,--Sandy-Jarniieson, Sharyn Jones, Kim Junkin, Dwayne Lehman, Diane Loyst, Dawn Marconi. Racl]Pl Mooney, Sean Mooney, Louise Redshaw, Tracie Redshaw, Tania Siebler, Terry Stewart, Arnold Wallace and Sean Zam- paloni. Honored individually were - Paul Houston and Louise Red- shaw (Athletes of the Year); Kerri Death (Muriel Gostick Citizenship Award); Debbie Beaudreau (Lynne Lees Memo- rial Trophy); Dawn Marconi (Les Parker Memorial Troph- y); Ted Brown (Brent Ward Memorial Trophy); Cathy Craig (Legion Ladies' Auxili- ary Gener-al A-cadt?m-ic Pro-- . ficiency Award); Debbie Beaudreau (Ken Ward Memo- rial Award for till -Round Profi- ciency); Cathy Craig (Mathe- Todd was introduced by Brock matics); Angela Brooks (Scien- Creet and thanked by Abby ce); Abby Beer (Art); Dawn Beer, Marconi (Family Studies); HASLAK M KafMwn — At Scarborough Centenary Hospi- tal on Sunday, May 15, 1983. Kathleen Baetbv of Stouffville, in her 69th year, beloved wife of Robert Haslam. Resting at O'NeIN Funeral Horne, StouHville. Service in the chapel Tuesday at 2 P.m. Interment Claremont union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visiting hours 2-5and 7-9 p.m. DEATHS FORSYTH, Viola C. R. — En- tered into rest at Centenary Hospital on Saturday, April 2 1993. Viola C. R. Forsyth of Markham formerly of Clare- mont. Beloved daughter of the late G. M. and Mrs. Forsyth. Dear sister of Georgina of Markham. Predeceased by Marv. Miss Forsyth will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering No. 2 Hwy. Pickering Village (Town of Aiax) after 2 P.m. Tuesday. Complete funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday, April 6, at 2 p.m. Spring interment Clarement Union Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 2-5 and 7-9 P.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Ontario Heart Foundation. Wym Horne (Geography); Kim Many pay respects Junkin (History); Sean Mooney (Music); Brock Creet (Indust- rial Arts); Louise Redshaw and • Cathy Craig (Letter ` �� eThe valedictory addrere ss wasJones' delivered by Louise Redshaw. The guest speaker for the evening was Stan Todd, Prin- cipal of Joseph Gould Sr. Elementary School, Uxbridge and formerly of Claremont. T-he -present pT_incipal, Mary Hearn and Durham -Region trustee Lynda Carder also addressed the gathering. Mr Unique auction sale of00 fers house bidding BALSAM —A unique auc- china cabinet, a mahogany sixty days. The auctioneer dining room table and six is Earl Gauslin of Stouff- tion sale, to include antique ville. furniture and collectables, chairs. will be held this Saturday, Offered for sale at the (Oct. 22), on the property of same time will be a three - the late Winton J. White, bedroom brick bungalow Balsam, three miles east of with double garage, located Claremont. on eleven acres of land with Time of the sale is 11 a.m. a spring -fed pond. A $10,000 Items include -a grand- certified cheque will be re - father clock, a bow -front quired with the balance in MOUNT ZION — More than 500 neighbors, friends and relatives called at the McEachnie Funeral Home to pay their respects to the memory of Lorne W. Jones, following his passing March 22 in Scarborough Centen- ary Hospital. He was 77. The service, one of the largest in the area in many years, showed the respect held for Mr Jones within the community and beyond. A memorial service was also conducted by Beethoven Oddfellows' Lodge, No. 165, Brooklin, the evening of March 23. Besides his wife, the for- mer Alma Evans, Mr Jones is survived by three sons, Grant of Balsam; Murray of Mount Zion and Ronald of Brooklin; one daughter, Do- reen Stickwood of Sunder- land; three daughters-in- law, Shirley, Evelyn and Donna Jones; one son-in- law, Kenneth Stickwood; ten grandchildren, Sharyn, Morgan and Mary Jones; Brian, Linda, Dale and David Jones; Tami Jones; Janice and Robert Stick - wood and one sister, Nora Maynard of Brooklin. He was predeceased by a brother Ernest of Toionto. recall history This is the Claremont Rd. farmhouse where Duncan Spang was shot when he surprised three intruders on a morning last December. Spang died of his wounds this week . Re -arrest suspects Shotgun wounds prove fatal CLAREMONT — A ser- vice for Duncan Spang, 71, the Claremont -area farmer, who was shot in the stomach last December after he sur- prised three men in his home, will be held this after- noon (Wed) at 2 o'clock at O'Neill's Funeral Home in Stouffville. Mr. Spang died on the week -end, more than three months after receiving the shotgun blasts. He had ori- ginally been in Ajax Hospit- al, but was transferred to Toronto St. Mike's soon afterwards, --because he. needed the use of the kidney machine there. In an interview with The Tribune two weeks ago, his brother, Harvey, with whom he shared the Claremont Rd. home, said Duncan had not said a word since he entered hospital. ''He merely opens his eyes," he said. The three men, who had been held in custody since the day of the shooting, and had been charged with attempted murder, were granted bail about the day before Mr. Spang's death. However, one of the trio, Ronald Josep4r Perrault, 21, was unable to raise bail and stayed behind. His cohorts, Wayne Charles Kennedy, 22, and his brother, Randy William, were re -arrested shortly af- ter obtaining their release. They had been staying at their father-s home in Oshawa. Perreault now faces a charge of first -degree mur- der, while the two Kennedy brothers have been charged with second-degree murder. The bail to the men had been granted by County Court Judge D.M. Lawson, in a controversial decision. Lawson ruled that they faced unusual punishment because a trial date had not been set. A spokesman for the Crown Attorney's office told the court that Mr. Spang's serious condition had made the latter impossible. Hundreds pay last respects CLAREMONT — The O'Neill Funeral Chapel, Stouffville, was filled to overflowing, Saturday, as relatives and friends gathered to pay their re- spects to the memory of Earl McMullen, formerly of Claremont and more re- cently at R.R. 2, Castleton. Mr McMullen passed away April 13 in Cobourg General Hospital where he'd been a patient about seven weeks. Born at Stouffville, he la- ter farmed near Claremont where he gained much en- joyment from the raising of horses. On occasions, he assisted in the operation of area gravel pits. About nine years ago, he purchased property near Castleton and managed that acreage until his retire- ment. Besides his wife, the for- mer Evelyn Armstrong, he is survived by two sons, Murray of Windsor and Stan of Claremont; three daugh- Strathroy conducted the funeral service, assisted by Rev. Blair Clark of Claremont. Six grandsons served as pallbearers --- Wayne McComb, Kevin Davis, Murray McMullen, Michael Smith, Ron McMul- len and Gary McMullen. COOPER, Richard Frank — Entered into rest at Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Orihia, on Sunday April 1, 1984. Richard Frank Cooper, in his 72nd Year. Loved husband of Grace Tomlinson. Dear father of Gary and his wife Sue of Toronto. Loved grandfather of Scott and Marc. Dear brother of Rowena (Mrs. F. Barclav) of Brooklin, Isobel (Mrs. William Benson) of Stouffville. Predeceased by Charles and Eileen. Mr. Cooper will rest at MCEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering, no 2 hwv., Pickering Village (town of Aidx) after 7 p.m. Tuesday. Complete funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday April 4 at 1 p.m. Spring interment Claremont Union Cemetery. In lieu of flow- ers, please send donations to the Durham Region Lung Associa- tion or Your favourite charity. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday evening. _ Claremont Co-op Dear Mr. Thomas: On our return from attending William Brown's funeral at Pickering and lunch in Greenwood United Church, I read in our Orillia newspaper (clipping enclosed), an account of the life of the late Joseph Farr. I am certain this is the same Joe Farr mentioned in Lillian Gauslin's book "From Paths to Planes". On page 47 it states: "Near the C.P.R. station, a feed mill was operated in turn by T.E. Pugh, Tobias Castor, John Gregg and Thomas Condy, where, for many years, the farmers took their grain to be sold. Later, Walter Symes operated it for a while and finally, Joseph Farr purchased the business. On page i`f-reads: "It was back in April, 1%8 that Joseph (Joe) Farr, owner of the Feed mill and store in North Claremont, let it be known that he wished to sell his business. He threw out suggestions to some of his patrons that they form a Cooperative and buy the business". On page 49 it states: "On July 23, a meeting was held in the hall at Claremont for the 152 members who had paid their membership. They received the Charter and accepted the bylaws as drawn up. A Board of Directors was elected and Milton Pegg became the first President and Ralph Faulkner, the first Secretary -Treasurer". Presidents through the years following Milton Pegg were - Edgar Ward, Allan Ellicott, Lloyd Pugh, Lewis Jones, Lloyd Wilson, Reg Hoskins, Robert Jackson, Frank Gardiner, John Porter and Ellis Britton. Former managers were - Al Robertson, Arnold McIntyre, Robert MacDonald, Herbert Arbuckle, John McIntyre, George Pearsall, Ray Gowanlock, Gordon Symes and Reg Harris. Directors of the Co- ooerative were - Heber Down, Frank Chapman, Water Symes, Ralph Faulkner, Raymond Stickwood, Kenneth Holiday, Percy Jones, Ralph Jones, Cecil Disney, John Hamer, Arthur Wideman, James Teefy, Orvl Fretz, Edgar Evans, Grant Hill, Stanley Lynde, Grant Parrott, William Hopkins, Kenneth Stick - wood, Aubrey Carson, Carl Wilson and Norman Hogg. Some of the long-time employees were - Al Robertson, Gordon Symes, Frank Collins, Gordon Spenceley, Allan Redshaw, Arthur Max- well and Ron Evans. Bookkeepers through the years were - Bernice Ward, Lorraine McLeod, Jean Norton, Nancy Loyst, Doremi Carruth©ra and Marion Benson. I trust this in- formation will be of in- terest to your readers. Sincerely, J. Lloyd Pegg, 327 Hilda Street, Orillia, Ont. LINSTEAD, The Reverend Eldon S., B.A. On Wednesday, December 21st, 1983, at the Oshawa General Hospital, in his 73rd year, beloved husband of Alice H. Frawer. Dear father of [Ida and son-in- law Robert Duff. Loved g r a n d f a t h e r o f Christopher, Gregory and Ryan Duff. Brother of the Rev. H.C. Linstead, Colborne, On- tario. The family will receive visitors at the McDermott-Panabaker Funeral Chapel, Port Perry on Thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in Port Perry Un;ted Church on Friday after- noon at 1:30 o'clock. In- terment Pine Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers any donations to the M & S Fund of the United Church, Port Perry Community Hospital or the Canadian Cancer Society will be greatfully appreciated. 19 �J Chimes silenced CLAREMONT — "Down on the farm", the vociferous rooster, is considered a country alarm clock. In towns and villages, where the rooster is an uncommon inhabitant, there are other things to take its place. In Claremont, it's the peel of chimes at the Un- ited Church ---- but only on Sunday. It seems, however, that one morn- ing a week is too often for one resident. A formal complaint has been filed with the Bylaw Enforc- ment Officer, Town of Pickering. The action has proved irritating to some mem- bers of the United Church congregation. One of these is Sandra Redshaw, The Tribune's Claremont correspon- dent. She writes: Dear Jim: Last week, Claremont United Church was notified by the Bylaw Department of the Town of Picker- ing, that a complaint had been registered regard- ing the playing of chimes, Sunday morn- ings. The church was advised that charges could be laid if it con- tinued. Because of this, they were not heard last Sunday. On Sunday, June 12, 1949, a special Service of Dedication of the chimes was held "in memory of the young men of the community who gave their lives in World War II". The chimes were to be played "every Sun- day in their honor". The veterans' names were --- Alvin Lehman, Victor Prouse, Kenneth Evans and Ivan Purdy. The chimes are played from approximately 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. It's rather pleasant, on a beautiful spring or sum- mer day, to hear them ---- much preferred to lawn- mowers and roto-tillers. What a petty com- plaint! It makes me very annoyed that someone should complain that he's unable to sleep in. Are there others in the village who want the chimes to continue? If so, let's hear from you. Sincerely, Sandra Redshaw, Claremont. Chimes are reasonable To the Editor: I wish to comment on the objection of one resident of Claremont to the playing of the chimes at the United Church. I am so incensed that a person would stoop so low as to object to the playing of sacred music once a week for less than an hour when it does not occur at an unreason- able hour. Chimes are played all over the Christian world to call people to worship and at times of thanksgiving. . This person should be thankful he lives in a country where there is freedom of worship and in a community where there are some people who care enough to try to raise their children to be upstanding citizens with good morals and a concerned interest in their community. I do not consider the playing of chimes on Sunday morning at 10:30 to be pollution noise. It is not in the same category as motor lawn mowers, revving of motorcy- cle motors, screeching of tires and ampli- fied rock music at unreasonable hours. I think any intelligent community spi- rited judge would agree with me if this con- troversy was ever brought to court. My family were Claremont residents all their lives and I moved to Markham in 1973 so I am very concerned about this matter. Sincerely, L. G. Forsyth, Markham. Editor's Mail Chimes won't stop ringing CLAREMONT — The steeple chimes at Claremont United Church, have been given an absolute pardon by Town of Pickering Council. The decision followed a meeting, last week, at which time the mayor and members recom- mended the practice re- sume. I love the sound," Re- gional Councillor Norah Stoner told The Tribune, "I think its gorgeous". Both the minister and the complainant have been notified of Coun- cil's decision, Mrs Ston- er said. Chimes, she ex- plained, are exempt under the Town's anti - noise bylaw. Even the fact the sound is a re- cording, "they cannot and will not be charged," she stated. It's the first complaint of its kind she's received since 1977, she said. "There's no such thing as cathedral bells any more. Even the big chur- ches in Toronto use elec- tronic systems". Mrs Stoner said Coun- cil found it hard to take the protest seriously. Lovely sound Dear Jim: beyond me, particularly As a newcomer to when one considers all Claremont from Toronto the objectionable noises 28 years ago, my first one must listen to, even impressions of this vil- on Sundays. lage were good. One of The fact remains, the the things that impress- United Church chimes ed me most was the were dedicated to the sound of the beautiful memory of those who chimes every Sunday gave their lives on our morningaat the United 11 Church Otticials16 send reply concerning church chimes CLAREMONT — Af- ter much uproar over the playing of chimes at the Claremont United Church, the following letter was sent to Tho- mas Howard, Municipal Law Enforcement Offic- er in Pickering, from official members of the church after a meeting on June 20. The letter was signed from Earle Cook (clerk of session), Bernice Ward (church secret- ary), and Rev. Edward Cook (minister). SUBJECT: By-law 3821/70 (Noise) -(File D2210 No.) Dear Sir: The Officials of Claremont United Church held a meeting on Monday, June 20th, 1983 called specifically to consider a written complaint from the Municipal Law Enforce- ment Office, and a letter outlining Council's posi- tion with respect to that complaint, both letters were signed by the Muni- cipal Law Enforcement Officer. The following have been given study and consideration. The re- sults being outlined hereunder: 1. With respect to the complaint forwarded by the Municipal Law En- forcement Officer dated June 8, 1983 re: subject: By -Law 3821/70 (Noise). The complaint reads as follows: "loud music from the United Church in Claremont — two hours Sunday morning on outside speakers." The letter goes on to say that the complainant in- dicates he lives approx- imately a half mile away from your church. A. The Officials wish to report that with the exception of Christmas and Easter, when music is played for a longer period of time, appropri- ate to the season — the "chimes" are played from 10:30 a.m. until the organist arrives to play organ music prior to the service starting — such music is not heard over the outside speakers. Furthermore, we find it difficult to understand why the Law Enforce- ment Office, on receiv- ing the complaint, in its wisdom, failed to in- vestigate this matter. Had they done so, they would have found the complaint to be false and no action would have been taken. B. With respect to the Council decision as out- lined in you letter dated June 13, 1983 re: subject By -Law 3821/70 (Noise) which reads "...please be advised that Council will permit the playing of the "chimes" so long as the sound is kept to a reasonable volume and for a reasonable amount of time. It has been sug- gested that a reasonable amount of time would be 20 minutes prior to each service." The Church Officials on reading the aforementioned By -Law 3821/70 and By -Law 1477/s2 amending Section 6 (I) (a) of By -Law 3821 / 70 have arrived at the conclusion that said By - Laws are not precise as to church "chimes". Therefore, A. We respectfully re- quest that permission be granted to continue the playing of our "chimes" from the hour of 10:30 a.m. until the church service commences — such "chimes" being a call to worship. B. That the playing of religious music through the outside speakers be approved for longer periods marking the two main Christian Seasons in the church year, namely Christmas and Easter. C. And, that Council advise the church in writing, "what is a reasonable volume of sound". We respectfully sub- mit the above, through the Law Enforcement Officer to the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Pickering over the Official signatures for Claremont United Church, dated Monday, June 20, 1983. First annual carnival Town buzzing with action CLAREMONT — After a of work, ,month-and-a-half the finishing touches are now being applied to many events planned for the first annual Claremont Winter Carnival which runs from Thursday, Jan. 26 until Saturday, Jan. 28. Carnival Organizer, Pe- ter Gillespie, said Claremont residents used to host a winter carnival, but haven't in years. However, this year, he said, it was time to re -introduce the car - nival to the community,of approximately 500. "It's going to be fantas- tic," said Mr. Gillespie. "I'm pleased with the com- munity support." He said the carnival will centre around the theme — `A Trapper's Ball', which was a successful dance held in the community years ago. "I suspect it to be really successful,'' he com- mented. Approximately 35 people have been involved in get- ting the carnival off the ground and Mr. Gillespie has been "amazed" with the help given. The carnival starts in the community hall Thursday (Jan. 26) at 7:30 p.m. with the pre -judging of the Claremont Snow Queen. The contestants, who must be high school students and have submitted a hand- written poem or paragraph on living in Claremont, will speak with the judges for Editorials approximately one minute. Friday, Jan. 27 At Claremont Public School, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, there will be snow sculpturing. The judging is at 12 noon. For more in- formation contact Lyn Craig — 640-3209 or Carole Redshaw — 640-2342. The Lioness' skating par- ty will be held for the entire family at the park skating rink from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free and hot chocolate and donuts will be I! An excellent carnival Claremont is a hamlet of less than 600 people ---a mere dot on the map .of Durham Region. But don't be fooled by numbers. When residents there put on a program or promote a project, the entire community becomes involved. We've seen it happen ---everything from Ontario fastball playoff games to Lions -sponsored Christmas concerts, standing -room -only audiences each time. And so it was last weekend, the first (and hopefully) annual Claremont Win- ter Carnival; a tremendous success. From the crowning of the Carnival Queen through to the Saturday night Trappers' Ball, the attendance was ter- rific, making efforts of the organizing committee all the more worthwhile. Although planned with children and young people in mind, the adults joined in, establishing the weekend as a total community event. The grown-ups had as much fun as the kids. The hamlet of Claremont, untouched by big city attractions, creates its own enjoyment, nothing particularly showy or glamorous but enjoyable just the same. That's the way they like it, the natives as well as newcomers. Last weekend, they put it all together with success the end result. The Tribune was pleased to feel a part of this program; to be welcomed and thanked in a sincere and hospitable man- ner. We trust the Winter Carnival of '84 will be the forerunner of winter carniv- als to come. On the strength of what we observed Friday and Saturday, it will be difficult to improve on excellence. served. Contact Denise Nor- ton — 640-2615 for informa- tion. A teenage dance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the community hall for high school students ages 13 to 18. The dance runs until 11:30 p.m. and admis- sion is $1.50. The crowning of the Snow Queen, from five selected finalists, is from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. For information contact Jane Johnson or Bob Jackson — 640-2215. Saturday, Jan. 28 The morning kicks -off at the United Church with a pancake breakfast from 8 to 9:30 a.m. For information phone Karen Marks — 640- 3030. The Winter Carnival Pa- rade starts at 10 a.m. at the Co-op and runs along Brock Road finishing at the park at 11 a.m. Mr. Gillespie said some of the participants in- clude: a special events unit by Labatts Brewery; the Lions Club; Chip and Dale Nursery; Co-op of Ontario; the new Snow Queen; area Brownies, Guides, Cubs, and Scouts; Durham -York M.P.P Ross Stevenson; the Claremont Baptist Church; and many more. Prizes will be awarded for the best en- try. For information con- tact Mr. Gillespie — 640- 3062; Bryce Taylor — 640- 2735; or Ray Winterstein — 640-2338. Oldtimer's hockey starts at the rink at 12 noon and runs until 1:30 p.m. Players must be older than 30. For information phone Gary Yoshida — 640-3140; Ray i Winterstein — 640-2338; or ,Dean Evans — 640-2438. Obstacles and races are just a couple of activities offered during the children's ice events from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the park rink. There � will be pleasure skating from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. For information on the ice acti- vities phone Gary Yoshida. At the baseball diamond from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. events like mixed balloon ball, a fireman's tug of war, and mixed slow pitch will take place. The balloon ball is for children younger then 18 and the tug of war is be- tween the Town Firemen and the Town residents. For information on balloon ball call Cameron Watts — 640- 2370; Willard Peddie, for tug of war, at 640-3012; and John Marks — 640-3030 for slow pitch. Other events held during the day include dog sled races in the park from 3 to 3:30 p.m. and sleigh rides from 1 to 4 p.m. For in- formation contact Carolyn Evans — 640-2438. The carnival closes with a Trapper's Ball in the com- munity hall from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. A Trapper Jack and Diamond Lil dress contest will be held. For informa- tion phone Frank Hill — 640- 2653 or Bob Leger — 640- 6820. Entry forms for the Snow Queen contest and parade are available from Gillespie Real Estate on Brock Road. Dance tickets can be obtained from members of the Winter Carnival Com- mittee. "Girl Next Door" Kelli* seeks challenge of business world Seventeen -year -old Kelli Creet of some day manage a business of her own. Claremont is a Grade 12 student at Pick- Activities include downhill skiing, horse- ering High. Following graduation, she back riding and tennis. Plans to take a course in business admi- `Iation at Toronto University and By Jim Thomas CLAREMONT — Patrons of Heron - gate Barn Theatre at Whitevale are certain to return if their receptionist on a particular weekend is 17-year- old Kelli Creet. This personable Grade 12 student is employed there on a part-time basis and enjoys it. For two summers, she also worked at Pleasure Valley, both in the chalet and at the rol- ler rink. She's our "Girl Next Door". Formerly of downtown Toronto, Kelli moved to Claremont twelve years ago. She has a brother, Brock, 14, and a sister, Saman- tha, 12. Kelli's been an honor student through three years at Pickering High and hopes to main- tain that standing in '84. She's taking three Grade 13 sub- jects which makes Kelli has made for a heavy several trips West, academic load . also to Florida. Ske French is her favo-ladmits great re - rite. spect for the Following gra-Chinese people and duation, Kelli plans would like to visit to go on to universi- that country some ty in a business day. enjoys the management de- gree course. Even- q u i e t o f t h e tually, she wants to Claremont com- go into business for munity. However, herself. on occasions, she When time per- also appreciates mits, Kelli enjoys the bright lights' of downhill skiing,the big city, (Toron- horseback ridito). She calls it "the and tennis. Forlbestof two worlds". awhile, she con- When asked to ducted her own ex- choose one person ercise classes in the who has greatly in - Claremont Com-Ifluenced her life, munity Hall. Kelli answered without hesitation, her mother. "She's been a tower of strength," she said. "Girl Next Door" Praises school By Jim Thomas CLAREMONT — School and students aren't always a compatible. Not so with 15-year-old Lori Knapp, Brock Road, Claremont. She has nothing but good things to say about Pickering High and the wide choice of subjects available. Lori's a student in Grade 10 and our "Girl Next Door". Although still a few years down the road, Lori hopes to work as a secretary following graduation from P.H.S. Already, she's taking subjects that will best suit her requirements including computer instruction. She's hoping to obtain a position with the Town of Pick- ering this summer. Lori has always lived in Claremont. She has an older brother, Tim, eighteen. Lori speaks positively concerning the benefits of residing in a small commun- ity. She notes that both downhill and cross-country skiing are available at Dagmar to the east and roller-skating and cross-country skiing at Pleasure Valley, a few miles north. She enjoys these sports, also volleyball, horseback riding and track and field. More passive forms of recreation in- clude sewing and crocheting. She re- cently completed a lovely blouse and is currently working on a sweater, all part of her Home Ec. program. Lori says her family travels to Flor- ida every year, usually by bus. She's also been to the West Coast and hopes some day to visit Hawaii. Lori was a participant in Claremont's Wint6r Carnival Queen competition and enjoyed the experience. "It was a com- munity event," she said, "I wanted to play a part." The majority of entries are close friends, she said. She describes them as "all nice". Fifteen -year -old Lori Knapp, Brock Road, Lori's been involved in any areas of Claremont, has good things to say about Pickering activity, including working as a volun- High, especially the wide choice of subjects. Following or in a children s camp last year. As f graduation, she's hoping/for a secretarial position. for a boyfriend, she flashed her working on ---Jim Thomas ling smile and said: "I'm working on j that too. m wg-m Day- q �mZ,p� m-� Aoz o'm<-o do�oF ��am�0<'a M� ?l yf/iC9=•fDNa�aoo'�3allo= ai3 y ap 3o��D.cm'�Emd<.?y�ngarm' axx ..j Tm cL M Claremont Public School students enjoyed an excellent academic year as indicated by an impressive list of awards' recipients. Here Kirstin Graham receives the Junior Public Speaking Trophy from Principal Mary Hearn. LINSTEAD, The Reverend Eldon S., B.A. on Wednes day, December 21st, 1983 at the Oshawa General Hospital, in his 73rd year, beloved husband of Alice H. Fraser, dear father of Ilda and son-in-law Robert Duff, loved grandfather of Christopher, Gregory and Ryan Duff. Brother of the Reverend H.C. Linstead, Colborne, Ontario. Service was held in the Port Perry United Church on Friday, December 23. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, any dona- tions to the M&S Fund of the United Church, Port Perry Community Hospital, or the Canadian Cancer Society, will be greatly appreciated. ANDERSON, Maitland Edward — Entered into rest at Centen- ary Hospital, on Thursday Feb- ruary 2, 1984. Maitland Edward Anderson, (of Claremont), beloved husband of Maud Sanderson. Loving father of Earl of Claremont, Rae of Pet- erborough, predeceased by Ernie. Dear grandfather of Carol, Ernie, Murray and Michelle. Brother of the late Myrtle and Goldie. Mr. Anderson will rest at McEach- nie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W. , Pickering no. 2 hwv. Pickering Village (town of Aiax) after 2 p.m. Saturday. Funeral service in the chapel on Sunday February 5 at 2 P.M. Spring in- teremnt Claremont Union Cem- etery. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 2-4:30 and 7-9 p.m, Satur- day. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the charity of your chol., School "posts" a first CLAREMONT — Claremont Public School scored a first when two of its students swept the top awards in the recent grade 5 poster contest of the Fire Pre- vention Bureau. The two. Jennifer Greer and Jason Budd, were provincial win- ners, after first winning the Pickering Division, and then being in the top three of the finals for Durham Region. Jason Budd was first in all three divisions. As a result of their pro- vincial win, the two will now have an all -expense tripU-Nert4r I3ay to pick ' up their awards and $125 prize money, as well. Another honor will be extended next year when their posters are used in the annual Fire Prevention Week cam- paign throughout the province. Lead roles in uroduction of "Oliver" Claremont Public School presented the stage play "Oliver", last week before appreciative audiences, Wednesday afternoon and Thursday evening. The director was principal Mary Hearn; the choir leader, Carole Redshaw and the pianist, Ingrid Grainge. Pictured here are two of the lead characters, Jennifer Greer as Oliver and Chris Peddie as Nancy. The family of Fred C. Morley (former Claremont Post Master) invites you to an OPEN HOUSE - in honour of his 90th bir- thday, at the Stouffville Masonic Hall, Sunday, January 29th, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Best wishes only. `/Yy Best Fire Prevention Posters Jennifer Greer and Jason Budd, both ten and in Grade 5 at Claremont Public School, were honored recently for completing the best Fire Prevention Posters in Ontario and the Town of Pickering. They each received $140 and framed certificates for this outstanding accomplishment. -- ANDERSON, Maitland Edward. Entered into rest, after a lengthy illness at the Centenary Hospital, Scarborough, Ont. on Thursday, February 2, 1984 in his 88th year. Maitland Edward Anderson, beloved husband of Maud Sanderson and dear father of Earl of Claremont and Rae of Peterborough. Predeceased by Ernie. Loving grand- father of Carol, Ernie, Murray and Michelle, great grand- father of Eddy, Peter, Laura. Mr. Anderson was born in Bottineau, North Dakota U.S.A. on September 15, 1896 moving to the Claremont area in 1910, where he spent his entire life. Mr. Anderson was Past Master of the Brougham Union Lodge. Funeral services were con- ducted from the chapel of McEachnie Funeral Home on Sunday, February 5th with interment in the Claremont Union Cemeteryin-the spring Late Wilmot Hill was active in community CLAREMONT — A long-time Claremont resident, known to many neighborhood children as `Grampa Hill', died Feb. 22 at Scarborough Centenary Hos- pital. Wilmot Ornsby Hill, 69, was born May 24,1914 in his parents' home, Conc. 8, Pickering Township. He mar- ried Norrine Carruthers June 17,1942 and to the union was born three children. Through the years, he was extremely active in the community. He was a member in the congregation of Claremont United Church more than 50 years; Past Master of the Brougham Union Masonic Lodge A.F. and A.M. No. 269 and Past Patron of the Ontario Chap- ter O.E.S. No. 227. Before his death, he held the offices of Chaplain at the Masonic Lodge and Marshal of the Chapter. Mr. Hill worked for 13 years as a driver with Barc- lay Transport Limited and five years at General Improved teaching method Motors. He was employed by Sarco Canada Limited from 1955 until his retirement June 1, 1979. He enjoyed watching hockey and horseracing; photography and gardening. The funeral services were held Feb. 25 at the McEachnie Chapel, Pickering with Rev. Ed Cook in charge. The eulogy was given by Mr. Hill's brother- in-law, Eugene Paisley. Pall bearers were John Marks, Don Vale, Howie Jones, Paul Carruthers and grandsons Greg and Lance Redshaw. Spring interment will be made at Claremont Union Cemetery. Mr. Hill is survived by wife Norrine; daughters Sandra Redshaw, Barbara Tran and son Frank all of Claremont. He is also survived by sisters Laura Pais- ley of Stouffville; Ilean Hicks of Fraserville; brother Ray Hill of Wasaga Beach and grandchildren Greg, Lance, Chad and Jennifer Redshaw; Shaun and Adam Tran and Joseph Wilmot Hill. Claremont Public School recently re- ter operation. The school will also have ceived three new Commodore 64' com- five other computers until April. These puters which were purchased with machines are part of the Durham Board monies raised by students. Grade 7 stu- of Education's computer rotation dent, Pam Evans, demonstrates how the program. computer works. Each student will spend time learning the basics of compu- Audrey Green HAYWARD, Frank William Checkley of Claremont, Ont. We announce with deep sorrow the death of our dear husband and father. He died very suddenly March 6,1984 at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. His wife Kathleen and daughters Karen and Susan (Mrs. N. Dew), son-in-law Nathan and grandchildren Natalie and Daniel all mourn him. In memoriam donations to the Ontario Heart Found- ation or the Ontario Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Firefighters Receive Plaques (From left to right) Ed. Spratt Secretary, Pickering Part-time Firefighters Association presents life membership plaques to Capt. Paul Carruthers, District Chief Jack Ward, Capt. Blair Evans, and Capt. Richard Ward, in recognition of their many years of dedicated service to the Town of Pickering. Absent for their acceptance: Brian Mitchell and Ted Hicks. _ WILMOT HILL _0 By KAREN MARKS pliances being used! played the piano The people of The parade had while Norrine Hill was Claremont should be many interesting en- tries. Everyone did a actually on the piano adding a touch of very proud after their first annual Claremont great job considering elegance 1 Get that . ) Winter Carnival. I, for the limited time to plan The community one, hate the cold, but and even more limited experience to draw on. owes organizer Peter Gillespie, and all the managed to stay at the park the whole day The winner of the people who worked so because I just couldn't parade was the UCW hard to make the bear to miss out on any float, "Gossiping the Gospel". weekend an amazing success, a vote of thanks of the fun! Saturday began on The park was full of and appreciation! Let's the right foot with the activity all day and it make next year even sun shining and the air was so crowded with _betterl - pleasantly cold and people milling around, crisp. Over 200 people anyone would have thought it was a July were served pancakes by the ladies of Sunday evening of slo Group Claremont United pitch that everyone was thereto see. Indeed, the Church in spite of the afternoon did end with a favors fact that the power kept going out because of all crazy game of mixed the electrical ap in the snow testing Faslo-pitch Fay Brown would never be caught without her TWEEDIE, Viola — Entered into rest at the Dr. J. o. Ruddy Hos- Whitby, on Wednesday glove, but most other just dove C L A R E M O N T— T h e pital, March of 14, people into the snow Durham Regional Works oklin, belovedwifeheadfirst Stewart Tweedie. Loving in order to try and catch Committee has supported a mother of Irene (Mrs. Charles Redshaw) and Gordon Lynn, the big blue ball. g recommendation request- both of Claremont, Bernice Snow Queen Laura ing the Ministry of the En - (Mrs. Bruce Douglas) of Mark - dale, Murray Lynn of Oshawa. Vale was crowned at the vironment (MOE) to install Also surviving are several grandchildren and great-grand- teen dance on Friday test drill wells in children. Dear sister of James night. Her Princesses Claremont. of Orono, Mac, George and Alden, all of Claremont. Mrs. were Susan Craig and According to Regional Tweedle will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. 2 Pick- Karen Carson. The girls In the Councillor Norah Stoner, W., Pickering, no. hwy., ering village (town of Aiax) participated parade and were in- P the committee will ask the after 2 o. Thursday. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday service trodueed at the Trap - Region to support their re - March 16 at 1 P.m. Interment Erskine Cemeterv. The family l� ers Ball on Saturday commendation at their next will receive visitors at the fun- night. meeting. eral home from 2-4:30 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Also at the Trappers In a meeting held in - Ball, prizes for best February, a representative costumes went to from Geo-Environ Limited Sympathy Extended "Diamond Lil' " stated certain test drilling Our deepest sympathy Heather Redshaw and programs should con - to Mrs. Alice Linstead, "Trapper Jack" Ellis Britton. The crowd was ducted if the MOE were con - daughter Ilda Duff and with a sidering alternatives like family in the passing of a beloved husband, father entertained Cancan dance number private wells or a commun- and grandfather- Rev. by Lioness members al system. Eldon S. Linstead of Port Anne Jones, Denise It was suggested three or Perry. A fine minister PattNorton, Gina Ber l, Sandy Hill, four drilled test wells should and good friend- he will ShirleyCard, ShirlPilkey, Kathy be installed at an approxi- be sadly missed by all Young and Debby mate cost of $49,000. who knew him. — Uzzell. The girls were In the case of private accompanied by Carole wells, one test well should Redshaw on the piano. be located in the vicinity of (Or rather, Carole Claremont Public School. Stoner said if the Region approves them the MOE Sympathy from the community is ex- could commence with the tended to Mr. Gerald Allman in the sudden project at anytime.� "There's no reason not to." passing of his eldest son, Gerry. Sympathy is also extended to Mrs. Buel- la Manderson, Glenn and Erla Manderson in the passing of Allen Manderson. Married in Claremont United Church Mr and Mrs John Bolender are pic- tured here following their marriage, Sept. 10, 1983 in Claremont United Church. The bride is the former Kim- berley Evans, daughter of Mr and Mrs Glen Evans of Claremont. The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Paul Bolender, R.R. 4, Stouffville. Rev. Cook officiated at the double -ring ceremony. Clarion Baker presided at the organ. Ann Simons was the soloist, singing "You Light Up My Life", "The .Wedding Prayer" and CLAREMONT — Sympathy is extended to the family of Viola Tweedie who passed away March 14. Mrs. Tweedie was the be- loved wife of Stewart Tweedie and mother of Mrs. Irene Redshaw and Gord Lynn of Claremont; Mrs. Bernice Douglas of Markdale and Murray Lynn of Oshawa; sister of Mac and George Middleton and Aldine Hamlin all of Claremont. Funeral services were held on Thursday with in- ternment in Erskine Cemetery. Sympathy is also extended to the family of Al Jake - man of R.R.1 Moorefield, formerly of R.R.3 Claremont, who passed away March 11 in Kitchener Waterloo Hospital. Recently, Paul and Doris Lake, longtime residents of Claremont, sold the corner store. The new owners are Mr. and Mrs. Chang Yi who have resided east of Claremont for a number of years. We wish the Yi's good luck in their new endeavor and Paul and Doris much happiness on their retirement. -You'll Never Walk Alone". The re- ception was held at Woodland Trails. The bride's attendants were close friend, Gail Albert, matron -of honor; bridesmaids Kelly, Patricia and Pam Evans, sisters of the bride, Karen Bolender, sister of the groom and her friend, Karen Todd. The best man was Jim Bogers. The ushers were Bruce Bolender, Jim McCon- nell and Larry Van Dyke. The happy couple are now residing at R.R. 4, Stouffville. Colleen Burton of Claremont is maKing miraculous recovery following a se- ous snowmobile accident. CLAREMONT — Sympathy is extended to the family of Minnie Evans, a resident at Parkview Nursing Home, in Stouffville, and a long time resident of Claremont, who passed away last week. Mrs. Evans was the wife of the late Fred Evans and mother of Marion and Gary both of Port Perry and grandmother of Dale (Mrs. Wayne Jack- son) of Stouffville and Janet (Mrs. Buster Fykes) of Claremont. Strange Invaders is an erratic unearthly blend of 'SOs fiction and modern science By Henry Mietkiewicz Toronto Star If a film-maker were plucked from the 1950s, brought by time machine to 1983 and hired to produce a monster movie, the result would probably look a lot like Strange Invaders (Uptown 3). That's not to say that director Mich- ael Laughlin, who collaborated. with William Condon on the witty, suspense- ful script, has turned out a creature feature with the usual '50s trappings — laughably stilted dialogue, wooden acting, jumpy editing and trick -or - treat makeup. In fact, Strange Invaders lays down a foundation of contemporary techni- cal wizardry and then recreates the gnawing mystery and unadorned storytelling skills that characterized such '50s classics as Invasion of the Body Snatchers and The Day the Earth Stood Still. At the same time, by openly ac- knowledging the faults and excesses of the old science fiction films, Laughlin and Condon have also transformed Strange Invaders into an affectionate parody and unabashed tribute to all those wonderful old monster movies. The invaders, piloting an archetypal flying saucer, touch down in 1958 in lacklustre Centreville, Ill., where the terrified inhabitants undergo a bizarre metamorphosis. Twenty-five years later, an unwitting professor, played with blessed restraint by Paul LeMat, comes to the town in search of his ex- wife (Diana Scarwid), discovers the Strange Invaders Science fiction from Orlon Pictures that is rated Parental Guidance. Directed by Michael Laughlin. Written by William Condon and Michael Laughlin. Starring, Paul LeMat, Nancy Allen, Diana Searwid and Louise Ffetcher. At the Uptown 3, Yonge at Bloor (922-3113) and other theatres. aliens and tries to enlist the aid of a wisecracking journalist (Nancy Allen) and a cynical government investigator (Louise Fletcher). Because Strange Invaders copies so many aspects of the old movies, Laughlin and Condon may have pur- posely left the plot with holes big enough to drive a starship through, but this leaves the movie with a great many weak moments and a contrived, confusing conclusion. For instance, the hero was married for years to a disguised alien and, when asked why he never suspected her true identity, shrugs and replies, "She was a little hard to live with, but so was I." And just how was his ex- traterrestrial wife able to mate with him, let alone give birth to a daughter who looks and acts human in almost every way? Still, Strange Invaders remains a stylish, self-effacing homage to mon- ster movies of a simpler era. Without indulging in sloppy sentimentality, it reminds us just what we found so fasci- nating about all those Blobs and Things and Beasts From 20,000 Fath- oms. And darned if it doesn't make us want to see them aeain. Spaceman: One of the creatures from Strange Invaders sheds h i s earthling make-up. Women's Institute quietly works to improve quality of life' By Leslie Ironstone They are responsible for having had dividing lines marked on provincial highways, sanitation regula- tions for food processing and having music added to the school curriculum. Unless you live in a rural area, chances are you haven't heard of them, or if you have you assume they are a group of women who meet periodically for social tea and "woman talk." The Federated Women's Institute doesn't go out of its way to attract a great deal of at- tention. But for the past 85 years its members have worked quietly and methodically to at- tain their goals; goals that have been responsible for a number of major reforms in Canada iand throughout the world through their affiliation with the Associated Country Women �of the World (ACWW). The institute is made up of thousands of women dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people — not just women — by lob- bying for upgraded safety standards, education and consumer and government awareness. With a motto "For home and country," the organization's initial objec- tive was to raise the stan- dard of homemaking. But as the institute grew it began to push for changes and im- provements in a multitude of areas. Some of the institute's major accomplishments have been the introduction of domestic sciences (home economics and family and consumer affairs) in the school system including the founding of the MacDonald Institute in Guelph; the founding, in part, of the Vic- torian Order of Nurses and the Young Women's Chris- tian Association; the institu- tion of the law stating that car owners must have public liability insurance; and the ruling insisting all poison rnntninerc he rlParly mark_ Pat Salter and Dorlene Anderson work on bicentennial costumes for the 1984 Interna- tional Plowing Match. Both women are Wellington County Women's Institute members. a campaign for clean milk in her area and began a cru- sade for home economics education for girls. Gathering together rural women, she lobbied the government for more educational facilities, for women to teach them about care of food and domestic issues. Under the guidance of the Department of Agri- culture and Food, the in- stitute succeeded in ensur- ing milk was pasturized to prevent the spread of disease. Over the years the group's work received a great deal of at- tention and Mrs. Hoodless was asked to speak across the coun- try and in the United States, counselling educational in- stitutes and governments on consumer safety. Although derided in the press as one of those despised "new women," she continued to attract other concerned women and the movement blossomed. Now, there are branches of the Women's Institute in every province of the country as well as the territories. In On- tario alone there are 1,250 bran- ches spread across the province, with more than 30,000 government pushing for tighter controls on pornographic material. Evelyn Snider, a provincial board director for the institute, said the push has been to ban the sale of pornography to young people, licence shops that sell it and make material in- accessible to young people. "Basically we would like to get rid of pornography all together," Mrs. Snider explain- ed. "The ultimate would be to ban (pornographic) material and enforce the laws and define them well enough. so that there is no doubt what constitutes pornography. This would pre- vent one judge from taking one side and another judge the other." Major studies Presenting a brief to a level of government is decided by the institute's executive. The briefs are put together after a major study by the women at all levels. Initially a resolution may come from within a branch. It is then presented at a district meeting; from there it goes to an area convention and then on to the provincial board. At each level it is checked for wording and to ensure there has been enough research done and there is work and equal pay, presenting the concerns of part-time workers and getting them benefits which they aren't receiving," Mrs. Snider said. She said the institute has had no real association with any "women's liberation (groups), a term that is badly defined." She said the Women's In- stitute, because of the checks and balances it goes through to state a position, does not come across as an overzealous group, but instead is quite structured and "no one group could start a protest. "We have a book of policies on just about any social question that has been put together step-by-step for our in- stitution," Mrs. Snider said. In Ontario the group has always worked in close liaison with the agricultural ministry and has always received sup- port, both financial and in other ways, from the ministry. Although still considered a mainly rural organization because very few of the groups are found in urban areas, the in- stitute is open to all women. Each year the institute of- fers a number of programs that are sponsored through the ministry. Members from the .Late Clara Varson A kind lady CLAREMONT — Quietly and peacefully Clara May Carson, beloved wife of Frank Carson, entered into eternal rest on the evening of July 14. Her passing came as no surprise to the family, as the heart had been working very hard for the previous two days. Though the voice was silent, the lips con- tinued to reply a final and silent message that will never be told. A disturbing stomach condition had bothered Clara for a year and a half. Born Dec. 17,1899, Clara was the daugh- ter of the late James and May Underhill. She lived her entire life in the Claremont area. Frank Carson and Clara Underhill were married July 4, 1934, and resided on a farm north-west of Claremont. Born to that un- ion were sons Keith, Aubrey and Murray and a daughter Barbara Evelyn May (Twiner). Clara loved her children, grandchildren and three daughters-in-law, Beverley, Isabel and Sandra. Early in 1983, she became a temporary resident of Parkview Home, Stouffville and was attended by Dr. John Button. The loving care of the Parkview staff brought her relief. In mid -March she became a resident at the Village Retirement Home in Pickering. Several subsequent visits to the Ajax- Pockering Hospital provided some im- provement. A month ago, Clara returned to hospital where the best of care was pro- vided. The Carson family quitely recongnized Frank and Clara's 50th wedding anniversary at the hospital, July 4. For 84 years the focal point of Clara's life was the church, first the Methodist and then the United (same building). She was a Sunday School teacher; member of the choir and also a member of the Claremont United Church Women's Association. She was an active member of the Claremont Women's Institute more than 65 years. Clara loved her flower gardens and was an immaculate house keeper. She was an eloquent speaker and will be remembered for her readings, cheerful smile and kind words. Funeral service was held at Claremont United Church. Son Keith read the 23rd Psalm. Pallbearers were nephews Grant and Allen Carson and grandchildren David, Cheryl, Paul, Caren, James and Kenneth Carson. Donnie and June Carson and Micheal and Cindy Twiner carried flowers: Clara Carson CLAREMONT — Service was held from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Brampton, Aug. 3 for Mrs Robt. Jones following her passing, July 31 in Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto. She was only 28. Mrs Jones, the former Anne Waliczek, had battled cancer almost nine years. In spite of this illness, she remained an ex- tremely cheerful person. Her courage and pleasant personality won her the admira- tion and respect of a wide circle of friends. Mrs Jones was born in Germany and married in June, 1973. She was extremely proud of her two lovely children, Lisa - Anne, six and David Robert, three. Prior to taking up residence in Claremont, Robert and Anne lived in Wil- 50th Anniversary MR. AND MRS. FRANOCARSON, of Claremont, celebrated their 50th wedding an- niversary July 4. A quiet celebration was held at Ajax Pickering Hospital where Mrs. Car- son is a patient. Congratulations were received from former Prime Minister Trudeau, Governor General Jean Sauve, Premier Davis, regional chairman Gary Herrama and the Town of Pickering. Family members include sons, Keith, Aubrey and Murray, their wives and children, and daughter Barbara and children. Frank and Clara were married in Claremont. They lived opposite the local school for a -time, before moving to the family home, located just north west of Claremont. Unfortunately, Clara has spent much of the last 18 months in a con- valescent home and hospital. lowdale and later Maple, moving to the vil- lage three -and -one-half years ago. Anne was a member of the Claremont Lioness Club. She enjoyed gardening and flower -arranging, but most of all just being with people. Mr Jones said his wife enjoyed Claremont. He called it "a good com- munity". Besides her husband and family, Mrs Jones is survived by her parents, Gerhard and Sophie Waliczek of Brampton; three brothers, Gerhard of Kingson, Herbert of Brampton, Manfred of Edmonton and one sister, Trudy, (Mrs Michael Pattinson), of Oakville. Following the service, interment was made at Glendale Memorial Gardens. Graduates Laurier graduate Nancy Ward, daughter of Mr and Mrs Jack Ward, Claremont, a gradu- ate of Pickering Dist. High School, recently received her Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo. Late Frank Hayward Well known resident dies CLAREMONT — After living in Claremont for 23-years and devoting much self-employed talent to the local credit union and United Co-operatives, Frank William Checkley Hayward, has died at the age of 73. Mr. Hayward, of 46 Livingston Street, Claremont, died suddenly March 6 at Uxbridge Cottage Hos- pital. Born in Montreal, he moved to Toronto when he was 11-years-old and attended North Toronto Col- legiate. He later moved from Toronto to Greenwood and then to Manitoulin Island before he finally set- tled in Claremont with his wife Kathleen, whom he married June 13, 1931. After arriving in Claremont, Mr. Hayward, a self- employed accountant, became quite involved in the United Co-op. He also ran and operated the local credit union for approximately seven years. Outside of the business world he found enjoyment in other activities. Most of these activities involved returning to nature where he participated in hunt- ing, fishing, and trapshooting. Mr. Hayward, a Jehovah Witness, was cremated March 9. A memorial service was held March 10 at Kingdom Hall, in Stouffville, by Gary Kairies. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, and daugh- ters Karen Benson, of Colborne; Susan (Mrs. Nathan Dew), of Whitby; son-in-law Nathan; and grandchil- dren Natalie Dew and Daniel Benson. He also leaves two step -brothers — Victor and Sydney Hayward and step -sister June Thompson, all of Toronto. Claremont Microlites Summer busy for pilots CLAREMONT — Micheal competition held as part of Robertson, president of per Quicksilver MX to a best Robertson was soaring high Tottenham's Bicentennial Claremont's Northern overall placing in the in - at a recent ultrlight flying celebrations. Microlites, piloted his Eip- structor's class at Ultra Air Michael Robertson is flying high Claremont pilot Michael Robertson has been enjoying U1traAir •84, Tottenham. Michael and his Northern Micro - considerable success in recent microlite flying competi- lite colleagues are also supporting various fund-raising tions. He's pictured here with silverware collected at campaigns this summer. Chris Shanahan Was excellent athlete CLAREMONT — This community was shocked and saddened, last week, when news was received of the sudden passing of Gerald H. Allman, following heart bypass surgery in St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto. He was 50. Gerry, as he was known to a wide circle of friends, was the president of Arlake Cor- poration, a toy distribution company, with outlets coast -to -coast. Born in North Toronto, Gerry moved to Claremont with his parents and brothers in Mural chosen CLAREMONT — An historical mural, completed in 1969 by Claremont area artist John Richmond, will hang in Oshawa's City Hall. The masterpiece, divided into three panels, depicts Oshawa's early history, through the past one hundred years. It took eight weeks to complete. 1949. He attended Public School here and Pickering High. Gerry was an excellent athlete. He play- ed fastball with Claremont and excelled in sports at Pickering High, winning many awards. For thirteen years, he and wife Regan lived at Mississauga. Eight years ago, they purchased a lovely home close to Lake Ontario at Oakville. They enjoyed it there. Last month, Gerry was admitted to hos- pital for heart surgery and appeared to come through the operation successfully. However, he suffered two severe attacks and died Dec. 4. The Turner and Porter Yorke Funeral Chapel was filled to overflowing for the ser- vice, Dec. 6, with Rev. Dr. Ross Cameron in charge. Interment was at Glendale Memorial Gardens. Besides his wife, Gerry is survived by his father, E. Gerald Allman of Claremont; three sons, Gregory John, Geoffrey Mitch- ell and Joel Alexander, all at home; and two brothers, Gordon, Don Mills and Doug- las of Oshawa. '84. He also placed first in the 50-mile cross country rally, and took second in both spot landing and target bombing. Joe Duff, a Toronto ultra - light flyer who trained at Northern's local school, took a first and two seconds in Tottenham's non - instructional classes. The meet attracted about 35 competitors on the July 14 weekend. It's definitely a busy sum- mer for Robertson and his Claremont collegues. They're supporting Flight for Pride participant Rick Fearnley, a North York illu- sionist who is flying across Ontario in a microlight to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He's also celebrating the province's birthday. Fearnley, who received his microlight training in Claremont, will get an escort from Northern Microlites pilots when he enters the CNE airshow la- ter this summer. The local flyers are in- volved in the Great London to Paris Air Rally, aiding the Canadian Paraplegic Association. It's set fot Aug. 11. Robertson, through his hang gliding company High Perspectives, is participat- ing in this week's big event at Molson's Park in Barrie. They'll also take part in air shows at Orillia Aug. 18 and Trenton Aug. 25. Church hosts election forum CLAREMONT — Ontario Riding candidates will de- bate the issues during a meeting at Claremont Un- ited Church on Monday, Aug. 27. It begins at 8 p.m. The public forum, spon- sored by Claremont United Church, will provide local residents with a first-hand look at riding hopefuls just DEVM, Marion Frances (nee Evans) — (Formerly of Clare- mont). At the Oshawa General Hospital on Monday, August 27, 1984, in her 53rd Year, dearly loved mother of Dale (Mrs. Wayne Jackson) of Stouffville and Janet (Mrs. Buster Fykes) of Claremont. Sister of Garry Evans and his wife Barbara of Port Perry. Loved grandmother of Cheryl and Ryan. Fondly remembered by Doctor A. C. Bathie. Friends may call at the funeral chapel of McDermott- Pana ba ker, Port Perry on Tuesday (today) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the chapel on Wednesday, August 29 at 1:30 P.M. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. If desired, a donation may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. eight days before the Sept. 4 federal election. Progressive Conserva- tive incumbent Scott Fen- nell, Liberal candidate Gary Herrema and Geoff Rison of the New Democra- tic Party have all confirmed their attendance at the Claremont session. The format calls for open- ing statements, followed by debate and finally a ques- tion -and -answer period. Rev. Cameron Watts will act as moderator. Ontario Riding comprises Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Uxbridge. CLAREMONT — The community was shocked and saddened upon learning of the death of Ann Jones, who so courageously fought her illness for nine years. Ann, who was just 29, leaves her husband Bob and children Lisa, six, and three -year -old David. The Jones family came to Claremont three years ago and enjoyed liv- ing in our small community. Ann was born in Germany but moved came to Canada as a young child, along with her parents Gerhard and Sofie Waliczek of Brampton, her sister Trudy and brothers Gerry, Herb and Manfred. Ann was a member of the Claremont Lioness Club. A funeral mass was held at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Brampton, with interment at Glendale Memorial Gardens. Deepest sympathy is extended to Bob, Lisa and David. CD Olt r• CD Claremont residents form ratepayers group CLAREMONT — A steer- ing committee has been established that will be- come the nucleus of a Com- munity Association in Claremont. The nine members elected at a public meeting, March 7 are -Peter Gilles- pie, John Marks, Frank Martin, Betty Kirman, Brian Kirman, John Hick- man, Carolyn Evans, She- lagh Mulveney and Ward McCance. . Suggested issues to be dealt with in the weeks ahead include -water, polic- ing, recreation and `beautify Claremont' pro- jects. Brian Kirman spoke in favor of the Association, saying it would provide speakers with "a legitimate voice" when addressing Town Council. John Marks advised against a `too formal' type of structure claiming it could become `elitest' in the eyes of non-members. He recommended the Associa- tion represent a cross- section of the community "and reflect the attitudes of everyone". Several speakers pointed to the success of the rate- payers' group at Green- wood and suggested it would be wise to pattern the Claremont Association af- ter theirs. Chairman Graham said that while the Winter Car- nival was successful despite its informality, a Commun- ity Association needed some sort of structure and a focus. "The ball's in your court," he said, "the initia- tive should come from the people." Following the election of a nine -member steering com- mittee, it was agreed they, (the committee), should meet March 22 at the rink enclosure in the park. W M fDCr> rr�Owwy(Dp�� 0.0 rn Ds M co .,. a (D y GKrQ'n �y'ty � y nM 0 `y y =% oa.o oow� oCMO(Dyr''ew aqwoz m ID o o c 0 � , M En �= a.�cM� noa Wwn 00IS=%r CD o Y � CD :r o M CD y (D a 0 p rn A� to ¢7 O n ►Oi, � Orp ? O n C (D En w0 �(D`M O (D CD `Y O cn n A� n 0 P :� 0, 1e xW 0CDa' 00 �-1 f)• (�D FS y O 0 O 0 Q R bM Xc'((DD?C cD v`Wo0rwacIDc.o�a. a, inw.+,W(D�s (D 1 R �w oG .oID ID a:a c (D y e•' 'T+' O a ¢ MW" :; •1 0 rA as � M � �� � 0. Six area girls were the recipients of County Honors' diplomas R.R. 1, Brooklin; Lorna Tapscott, R.R. 2, Claremont; Nancy at a 4-H Achievement Program, Thursday, in St. Bernadette's Lessard, R.R. 1, Brooklin; Susan Pegg, R.R. 2, Claremont and Church Hall, Ajax. Presented with certificates were (left to Martha Cole, Whitby. right)--- Karen Malcolm, R.R. 1, Locust Hill; Debbie Waltham, ----_ h Tham s ROAMING A-ROUNIY= Ron collects $4 Canadians are chronic complainers and Whitchurch-Stouffville folk are just as guilty of this practise as `natives' of Pickering, Ux- bridge, Markham or Carrot River, Saskatch- ewan. We seem to derive some kind of enjoy- ment out of being critical; and of feeling sorry for ourselves. Admittedly, on occasions, criticism is justi- fied, but most times, it's not. After awhile, it becomes a bit tedious. On Saturday afternoon, I visited a Claremont home where the exact opposite is true. Oh sure, Ron Gauslin, has just cause to complain. He's had muscular dystrophy for as long as he can remember; from birth, I sus- pect. But does he mope about the house and complain that the Lord dealt him a low blow? No siree, Ron's a busy young man, doing exact- ly what he wants to do ---attending auction sales and collecting antiques. But not any antiques. Ron's a specialist, dealing in flat irons; that's right, flat irons. He has a collection that would put most museums to shame. He's been at it about thirteen years. Some of his pieces date back to the late 1700's, various shapes and sizes that I never knew existed. They're all precisely arranged on shelves in the family's recreation room. Ron's a familiar figure around the auction sales' circuit and many folks know exactly why he's there. But he receives no "breaks"; nor does he expect any. "An auctioneer wouldn't flat irons dare show me any favoratism,"(not even his uncle Earl), he says, "if he did, people would never come back". He admits, however, that his parents (Gord and Lillian Gauslin) have greatly assisted him in expanding his display. Patience is Ron's virtue. He's been known to RON GAUSLIN 6y J IM THOMA wait three and four hours for a particular item, then lose it to a higher bidder. "The sight -seers will leave, but those who really want a thing will stay," he says. Flat iron prices sometimes go as high as $60. Condition isn't all that important. It's amaz- ing what a little lubricating oil, sandpaper and stove polish will do. However, if rust is embed- ded too deeply, Ron leaves them in their natu- ral state. Does he ever trade irons? "There's no one to trade with," he says. He knows of one other collector in the area but he deals more in weights than in models. Are any of his irons for sale? Everything has a price, Ron admits, but keepsakes are expen- sive. "This is not a business," he explains, "it's a hobby ---I'm not in it to make money". Ron doesn't limit his "treasure chest" to irons alone. Other items include a whale oil lamp, a cobbler's last, a bed -warmer, a crank telephone, several Bee Hive and Beaver sea- lers, a two -ended baby's bottle, a hand-held streetcar bell, a pair of (brand new) high - button shoes and more. In addition to a wealth of items, Ron also possesses a wealth of knowledge ---knowledge he'll readily impart to anyone willing to listen. I learned a lot in one hour, Saturday; about antiques and about life. Ron Gauslin is an ex- ample to us all. His parents must indeed be proud. Honored on ninetieth birthday Life may not begin at ninety but for Fred Morley of North Street, Stouffvil- le, there's no indication of it slowing down. Mr Morley, former Claremont postmaster, celebrated his 90th birth- day with an "open house" Sunday after- noon in the Masonic Hall. Many friends attended including Town Mayor Eldred King, (left), and M.P. Sinclair Stevens. The Hon. Keith Norton, a former neigh A� W c EE W Cd O P or and close family friend was also pre- sent along with three sons, Gordon of Waterloo; Joe of Ottawa and Wilf of Stouffville; two daughters, Jean Mac- Lean of Prince Edward Island; Gladys Baie of Palm Desert, California and a brother, Percival of Toronto. 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The Millers also lost many valuable antiques and other irreplaceable items. Since the losing their home, the elderly couple has been staying with long-time neighbor and friend, Bill Newman. However, Mr Miller is said to be anxious to live on his property. A used trailer, donated by Bill Lusted, will serve as temporary acco- modation when the WTI' ' v„,rr, �3 Fire destroys historic north Pickering farmhouse A Jan. 9 fire destroyed the north Pickering resi- dence of Hugh and Elsie Miller, on Cone. 7, east of Brock Road. Neighboring residents were quick to offer aid, organizing a clean-up bee and setting up a fire fund. The Millers have also received many offers of accomodation. Their Thistle Ha' Farm is recognized as a national historic site. ---Chris Shanahan M I°.4 _ woo�eD�sZ r f�D ':� _ > Q7 a a. M ...1 '% • �D 4p �' C � V � v" _ � Z y fD• G �y fY9 61 O c fD ^�! ARM "+ 0 ew-' rrrrrr eb !D y i < S A� � neb im Millers return to their farm site. In the meantime, neighbors are tak- ing care of livestock and helping with other chores at This- tle Ha' Farm. A total of 35 fire- fighters from three Town of Pickering detachments were called to the scene. Mr and Mrs Miller were taken to Ajax - Pickering Hospital at the time of the fire. They were tre- ated for shock and released. The fire, which originated in the basement, is under investigation by the Fire Marshall's Office. Hugh Miller's grandfather, John, built the farmhouse in 1855. He was a Scottish immigrant who imported the first Shropshire sheep, Yorkshire Organize fire fund PICKERING — A fund has been set up to assist Hugh and Elsie Miller fol- lowing a Jan. 9 fire that destroyed their historic north Pickering farmhouse. Donations to the 'Miller Fire Fund' can be made at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce branch, Claremont. Other official drop-off locations are: Claremont Co-op; Claremont Corner Store; Brougham Restaurant; Mairs' Hardware, Brougham; Greenwood General Store; Jerry Fisher's Garage, Greenwood; and the Whitevale Mill. Congregations at Claremont United, St. John's, Brougham and Claremont Baptist Church are all joining in the fun- draising effort. Anyone requiring a receipt is asked to contribute at the bank or directly to fund organizer Doris Burton, Brock Road, Claremont. Phone is 649-2429. Mrs Burton said all money will go to- ward the Millers' personal needs during this trying time. The fund was organized during a spe- cial community meeting held at the home of Doris and Howard Burton, Friday. pigs and shorthorn is a national historic w e l l a s i t s cattle into Canada. site due to this agri- architectural de - Thistle Ha' Farm cultural heritage as sign. ire destroys ,1.5 million [istoric home Stan Josey Toronto Star One of Ontario's most historic roes has been destroyed in a $1.5 illion fire in Pickering. Despite the efforts of 35 fire- ;hters from three area depart- ents Wednesday night, all that !mains of the farmhouse — vned by Hugh and Elsie Miller are its stone walls. Miller, 72, and his wife were ken to Ajax -Pickering Hospital fferine from shock and later The large stone house, built in 155, had been designated a histor- site because of its agricultural �ritage and architectural value. Firefighters did manage to res- ie a few antiques but the house is )nsidered a total loss. The 121-hectare (300-acre) rm, just north of the hamlet of rougham, was the only property i the site of the now -defunct 9!d;5, airport that was not lNO M40ttawa it the lA SA ui 1uejedsusA -T Z Olympians show form CLAREMONT — Local equestrian Kelly Plitz and other members of Cana- da's three-day event team are up against some of the world's top riders this week at the Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, Calf. Kelly, the daughter of Doug and Carol Plitz, R.R. 2, Claremont, is one of four Ontario women competing in the de- manding discipline. Competition got underway Sunday with the dressage portion at Santa Anita Race Track. Karen Stives of the United States took an unexpected lead in the three-day event while the Canadian en- trants were back in the pack. President CLAREMONT — Pe- ter Gillespie has been elected president of the n e w l y- f o r m e d Claremont and District PETER GILLESPIE Community Associa- tion. The first general meeting was held Thurs- day evening in the Com- munity Hall. Thirty- seven people attended. Other positions have been filled by the follow- ing: David Bickerton, vice-president; Sylvia Martin, corresponding secretary; Betty Ker- man, recording secre- tary; Jim Doyle, treasurer; Frank Mar- tin, Ward McCance, Carolyn Evans, Charles Russell and Jane John- ston, directors. Priority issues discus- sed Thursday included: Water and septic tank problems; improved police surveillance; a village beautification program and property tax increases. Called to bar CLAREMONT — Haig ate of Pickering High DeRusha, formerly of School. Claremont, was called to Haig completed his arti- the bar of the Law Society of cles with Ron E. Folkes. Upper Canada as a Barris- This is a general firm with ter and Solicitor, April 9. emphasis on civil and cri- Haig is the son of the late minal litigation. Haig has George DeRusha and Mrs remained with the firm and Josephine Linton, now of presently resides in the Oshawa. Toronto area. Ceremonies were held at Graduation Hall, Universi;If& , ty of Toronto. The call to the Ise bar was presided over by Mr Justice Howland, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Ontario. The Hon- orable Roy McMurtry, Attorney General of Ontar- io, addressed the graduat- ing class and received an honorary degree. Haig received his law de- gree from the University of u' Windsor Faculty of Law and completed his Bar Admis- sion Program at Osgoode _ Hall, Toronto. He's a gradu- HAIG DERUSHA But there's still a long way to go. The dressage test continued Monday, with the other segments - cross-country and steeplechase - to follow. Kelly Plitz isn't the only locally - trained athlete in L.A. Former Uxbridge resident Andrea Blackwell is expected to play a key role in the women's basketball team's medal hunt. Canada began their Olympic play against South Korea Monday and China Tuesday. Andrea played a total of five years of public and high school basketball in Ux- bridge before moving from the area with her family in the late 1970s. Many new people have moved to Clare- mont in the past year. To sort of welcome them and let everyone else know who are new neiahbours are I would like to mention them. Jim Lindsay and his wife Pam moved into the new red brick house at the corner of Livingston and Wel- lington in November. Before moving to Claremont Jim & Pam lived in Cornwall. Jim is employed by Pickering Hydro and is already active with the Cubs. Mike and Ann Dunkley moved in also on Liv- ingstone in December. The Dunkleys hail from Hudson, near Mont- real. They have two sons, Andrew and Chris. Mike works over in Willowdale. Between the Lindsays and the Dunkleys live Henry and Deb Sihregardas who moved in in early January. Before com- ing to Claremont Henry and Deb lived in Wil- lowdale. Henry is a designer of theatre set- tings and like Deb is interested in profes- sional theatre. On the other side of Living- stone beside the Kar- sten Smiths are our new neighbours Lynn and Don Marshall, and their young son Mat- thew. The Marshalls moved upto Claremont in August from Picker- ing. Don works with Allstate and Lynn is a teacher in Pickering. Ray and Nancy Smith moved into the house beside the Marshalls about a year ago. The Smiths who lived in Ottawa before taking up residence in Clare- mont have two child- ren, Eric and Ashley. Ray works with Sony. Around the corner on Wellington, across from Karsten Smith live Theresa and Ken Watt with their children, ---------------- Members representing branches in the area came to help CLAREMONT W I, ONTARIO SOUTH DISTRICT cele- brate its 70th anniversary. The guests were greeted by two life members Mrs. Clara Carson, right, and Mrs. Aldine Evans, left, who pose with President Mrs. Dorothy Britton as she cuts the ceremonial cake. — David and Christina. The Watts were living previously in Pickering before moving in last September. Ken is a teacher in Durham and Theresa works with the Metro Toronto School Board, assisting the mentally handicapped. Ken and Kathy Bates moved into the new house beside the library in December. The Bates, who are originally from Oshawa have a very young son, Kyle. Ken works for GO Transit in Downsview. Behind them on Barclay is the new home of Glen and Lynn Garrett who moved in January from West Hill. Glen works with the Toronto School Board and Lynn works in Scarbo- rough. Bill and Kathy Miller moved into their house on Franklin this fall. Bill works for the Catholic School Board. At the north end of town Claremont has seen three new families join us. Phyllis Major moved into the new ranch style beside the Bruce Drakes in November. Living with her are her sons Glen and Steve. Before choosing Claremont the Majors lived in Brooklin. As may be well known to longtime residents the Major family has deep roots in the area, particularly around Whitevale. Grant Robinson now lives in the last red Vic- torian on the west side of Brock North. Grant who works for an air- line moved in last March. Across the road between the Doyies and the John Drakes live our new neigh- bours Janice and Jerome Keays with their children Robbie and Jasime. Jerome has several businesses in Toronto. Welcome to all on behalf of the village. Institute turns 75 CLAREMONT — A large group helped Claremont Women's Institute cele- brate its 75 anniversary on Oct. 17. Over 75 ladies were greeted at the door by life - member Aldine Evans and Maud Anderson. Representatives from In- stitutes at Altona, Kinsale, Goodwood and Stouffville joined in the celebration. Some former members visiting from a distance were: Mrs Joe Farr and Mrs Melvin Johnson, Oril- lia; Mrs John Lougheed, Adie McCullough, Elmvale; Mrs Robert Torrance, Lakefield; and Mrs Edgar Evans, Woodville. The program included a vocal duet by Lillian Byer and Dorothy Reesor. Aldine Evans read the minutes of the first meeting held at the Masonic Hall in 1909. Betty Devitt displayed her lovely doll collection and Shannon Hockley de- monstrated the art of petit - point. An anniversary cake, de- corated with Women's Insti- tute crest, was made by Andy Rodgers. Lunch was served following the program. CARSON, Clara May — Entered into rest at the Aiax Pickering Hospital on Saturday, July ld, 1984. Clara May Underhill In her 85th year beloved wife of Frank A. Carson of Claremont, Ont. Loving mother of Keith of Shar- on, Aubrey of Sunderland, Murray of Claremont, Barbara Twiner of Pickering. Loving grandmother of ten grandchil- dren. Mrs. Carson will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kigston Rd. W. Pickering 2 Hwy. Pickering Village (Town of Aiax) after 2 p.m. Monday. Funeral service In Claremont United Church on Tuesday July 17 at 2 p.m. Interment Clare- mont Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Aiax Pickering Hospital Fund. Mrs. Carson wll rest in Claremont United Church from 12:30 noon Tuesday until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. The fa- mily will receive visitors in the I funeral home from 2-4:30 and 7-9 p.m. Monday, _ Sympathy of the community is extended to Bruce and Joan Lehman and family fol- lowing the accidental death of their eldest son, Jef Lehman, in Cuba. One Ut i wo Organ Makers Most people appre- ciate the great tradi- tional sound of organ music, rarely does one consider if they're hearing a good, fair, or lousy instrument. But Mr. Clarion Baker does. As orga- nist for the Brougham and Claremont United Churches, he's adept with music having played for these con- gregations for nearly a decade. From hymnal music to playing 'golden oldies' for senior citi- zen groups and at quieter restaurants, Clarion also works for Classic Organ Com- pany in Markham. "The church organ at Claremont Church can be replaced for a few thousand dollars, but the newer models with better quality and far greater capabilities may cost 20 times that amount," says Mr. Baker. "One of Classic' Organs problems in marketing our product here isn't either the price nor the excellent condition of their organs, our American counterparts simply have bigger budgets for advertising and sel- ling their products." li Classic is one of two Canadian organ manu- facturers, both which face major challenges from foreign distribu- tors. Some organ sys- tems depending upon the size of the church or theatre cost a fortune, while others with incredible diversity and resonance are priced under S20.00. This is for an 'elec- tronic organ' the tradi- tional pipe organs may still be bought, but dol- lar for dollar they are at least twice as expen- sive and need far more tuning and mainte- nance than their rela- tively modern counterparts. By all appearances the organ is a simple instrument. A key- board, (or two or three) some pedals, some speakers, and a hous- ing usually laminated in oak or walnut. The wizardry inside the machines is their genius forsynthesizing the sound of old pipe organs, pianos, violins, and virtually every instrument found in an orchestra. To do this, some organs produced by Classic require at least 23 speakers. Hidden behind wood and protected there. the heart of the organ consists of foot square electronic circuits sim- ilar to but on a large scale to those transis- torized circuits found in radios and other electronic compon- ents. "The keyboards have circuits, at minimum one oscillator for every key which provide sound waves from gen- erating boards ...- says Mr. Baker (or some- thing like that, building an organ is an absolute science). Henry Wemekamp a Scarborough resident who grew up in Ontario farmland, is the brains behind the Classic Organ Company and he proudly notes that they have worked across Canada in churches and theatres and are currently involved in a large pro- ject in Ohio. "We even had a call last week from a pros- pective client in Wales," says Wemekamp. One of Classic's sub- sidiary products is a $995 device called a Classic Music System, which is a synthesizer and keyboard that can be linked up to an Apple E or 2E system computer. The results are amazing, picture your- self learning to play a piano. The C.M.S.(CI- assic Music System) can be programmed to represent the keyboard on the television screen on the compu- ter. The screen indi- cates to you or your children which note to play, and if you are slow or miss a note, the Clarion Baker doing what he does best. C.M.S. simply waits for you to catch up and learn, like a patient music teacher. Equally the C.M.S. will play the notes on sheet music for your eyes to follow while the music plays on. The C.M.S. is of high enough quality for composers to work with, with having the academic students at Claremont Public School A variety of achievement awards were presented at Craig, winner of the Ken Ward Memorial Trophy for Claremont Public School's Grade 8 graduation cere- All -Round Proficiency; and Sarah Mooney, with her mony last Thursday evening. Students receiving top General Academic Proficiency Award. individual honors were (1 to r) Tiffany Houston, reci- ---Chris Shanahan pient of the Muriel Gostick Citizenship Award; Sharon added advantage that the sound can be mem- orized on computer discs as opposed to tra- ditional audio cassettes or tape reels. The C.M.S. is the only one of its kind and low price available in North America, although Baker and Wemekamp both note that like the rest of the electronics industry new systems are being developed. One product of Clas- sics, the organ cer- tainly will not change in the forseeable future, bringing players like Mr. Baker and audien- ces and congrega- tions, continued enjoyment and inspiration. Exchange opens doors Friday CLAREMONT - The hamlet's new trade exchange will open its doors for the first time this Friday, June 1, from 3 t0 7 p.m. The Claremont Exchange, located in a former garage on the north- west corner of the main intersection, will also be open each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Exchange owner - manager Peter Gillespie is hoping the extensively renovated structure will help boost the hamlet's downtown core. "We're attempting to give Claremont a better visual image,'' Mr. Gillespie explained, noting that the barn-lioke garage has always been a eyesore in the past. "We're trying to replace that the truck repair look with a moire arts and crafts appeal," Mr. Gillespie said. Merchandise available at the exchange will include antiques, homebaking and collectibles. There is still stall place available at a cost of $65 per month, he noted. He looking for vendors selling items such as stain glass, paintings, quilts, plants and flowers, ceramics, as well as fruit and vegetables. Mr. Gillespie is looking at three main sources to attract customers: town people who will want to shop locally, traffic coming through Claremont on the way to the Stouffville flea market, as well as a clientele which will develop through word of mouth. Anyone wishing more information on The Claremont Exchange can contact Peter Gillespie at 649-3366. Late Clara Carson A kind lady CLAREMONT — Quietly and peacefully Clara May Carson, beloved wife of Frank Carson, entered into eternal rest on the evening of July 14. Her passing came as no surprise to the family, as the heart had been working very hard for the previous two days. Though the voice was silent, the lips con- tinued to reply a final and silent message that will never be told. A disturbing stomach condition had bothered Clara for a year and a half. Born Dec. 17, 1899, Clara was the daugh- ter of the late James and May Underhill. She lived her entire life in the Claremont area. Frank Carson and Clara Underhill were married July 4,1934, and resided on a farm north-west of Claremont. Born to that un- ion were sons Keith, Aubrey and Murray and a daughter Barbara Evelyn May (Twiner). Clara loved her children, grandchildren and three daughters-in-law, Beverley, Isabel and Sandra. Early in 1983, she became a temporary resident of Parkview Home, Stouffville and was attended by Dr. John Button. The loving care of the Parkview staff brought her relief. In mid -March she became a resident at the Village Retirement Home in Pickering. Several subsequent visits to the Ajax- Pockering Hospital provided some im- provement. A month ago, Clara returned to hospital where the best of care was pro- vided. The Carson family quitely recongnized Frank and Clara's 50th wedding anniversary at the hospital, July 4. 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More than 300 family relatives and friends attended the `open house' in the Claremont Legion Hall in- cluding William Heron of Pickering at 103. Joe and Lillian (Dawson) were married June 20, 1934 at her parents' home in Claremont. Mrs Wm. Boyington of Stouffville, Mrs Empringham's sister, played the wedding music. She attended the celebration Saturday. The well-known couple were the recipients of messages of congratulations from Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau; Gov -General Jean Sauve; Premier Wm. Davis, M.P.P. Ross Stevenson; M.P. Scott Fennell and Pickering Mayor John Anderson. Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary Mr and Mrs Alvin Redshaw, formerly of R.R. 1, Claremont and Perry and twelve grandchildren. Mr Redshaw has three sisters, Ella Goodwood, and now living at Port Perry, were honored, Saturday at the Lockie, Sutton; Elva Kydd, Ux- bridge and Bertha Todd of Bowman - Claremont Legion Hall. The occasion was their 50th wedding anniversary. ville. Mrs Redshaw has two brothers, Gordon Mr and Mrs Redshaw are the parents Taylor, Orillia and Ivan Taylor of Cannington and two sisters, of three sons, Alan of Claremont; Bruce of Beaverton and George of Irene Carnochan, Oshawa and June Oshawa; two daughters, Ila Milne of Smith of Minden. Markham and Erma Rivers, Port ---Jim Thomas School's musical, The Wizard of Oz, prepared for their May performance during a dress rehearsal Thursday. Grade 6 student, Jennifer Greer (front) was choosen for the lead role of Dorothy. She holds Panda who will play Toto. The other characters include: Kristin Graham as the Scarecrow; Aprile Winterstein as the Tinman; Shar- on Craig as the Lion; Pam Barber as the Wicked Witch of the west; and Catherine Mooney as Glinda the good witch. Audrey Green Late Sarah Pegg Spread STOUFFVILLE — It was 14 years ago and end with her musical talent. She was that George and Sarah Pegg came to welcomed company at any occasion, dis- Stouffville. During this period, both have playing a sense of humor that won her a brought joy to the lives of many, mainly host of close friends. As well as the Silver through their music ---George with the Jubilee organization, she was also a mem- Whitchurch-Stouffville Concert Band and ber of the Stouffville Friendship Club. Sarah as pianist with the Silver Jubilee Mrs Pegg was a lover of flowers and their Club Kitchen Band. home displayed her handiwork. She also On Feb. 14, a sad note was struck among enjoyed travelling. the seniors of this community when word When unable to attend regular Sunday was received of Sarah's sudden passing. worship, she would watch services from She collapsed in their Blake Street home the People's Church on television. and never recovered. She would have Sarah was proud of her family, one son, marked her 80th birthday next month. Donald, R.R. 2, Claremont; three daugh- Mrs Pegg, the former Sarah Lois ters, Phyllis, (Mrs Clarke Major) of Chesher, was born at Galt, Ont., daughter Brooklin; Gladys, (Mrs Walter Brick - of William John and Margaret (Ellerby) wood), of Gravenhurst; Nola, (Mrs Harold Chesher. Following their marriage, she Harper) of Sunderland; ten grandchildren and her husband moved around quite a bit and two great-grandchildren. Surviving including residences at Whitevale, Mar- also are two sisters, Gladys McKinnon of kham, Blackstock, Claremont and Stouff- Toronto and Helen Wilson of Stouffville. ville. For a time, they had a cottage at She was predeceased by two brothers and a Udora. sister. Mrs Pegg took piano lessons as a girl but, Service was held from the McEachnie in later years, played mostly by ear. Her Funeral Home, Pickering, Friday after - versatility at the keyboard was amazing. noon with Rev. Rob Lyon -Stewart of The Kitchen Band thrived under her Whitevale in charge. Hundreds called at leadership, providing pleasure for audi- the chapel including those band members ences over a wide area. A personal enjoy- who remembered `the good times' of a ment soon became a delight for hundreds. close association. Although charitable However, Sarah's attributes didn't begin donations were requested instead of flow- ers the floral tributes were beautiful. School musical gears up CLAREMONT — Approximately one-third of the students at Claremont Public School are pitching in to make this year's production of the Wizard of Oz the best ever. Eighty-five students are involved in the music- al, which will be directed by Andrea Graham, and is scheduled to run Wednesday, May 2 and Thursday, May 3 starting at 7:30 p.m. According to Producer and school librarian, Yvonne Poyser, the stu- dents are working hard at the school's third music- al, which "1 feel will be a good success." The Grade 1, 2, and 3 students will participate as munchkins while the Grade 4, 5, and 6 students portray the Oz people. Students in Grades 4 to 8 will sing in the choir,; which will be conducted by Carole Redshaw. "They're doing a good job of it," said Mrs. Poyser. Each performance will seat approximately 175 guests and tickets are $1.50 for adults and 50 cents for children. Late Roy Wilson Church brought '9 him much joy STOUFFVILLE — Service was held from the Stouffville Missionary Church, Wednesday after- noon, for Roy Wil- son, Tindale Road, following his pas- sing, Feb. 26 in Scar- borough Centenary Hospital. He was 84. Mr Wilson was admitted to hospital Feb. 24 and died the following Sunday. He had suffered a heart attack in 1962, but recovered suffi- ciently to carry on a near -normal life. Mr Wilson was born in Pickering Township, the son of William and Alice (Gillman) Wilson. He farmed on the 7th Cone of Picker- ing for 36 years, then retired to Stouffville in 1969. Mr and Mrs Wil- son enjoyed travell- ing. Recent trips took them to the Holy Land, the East and West Coasts of Canada and Florida. Mr Wilson's asso- ciation with the Mis- sionary Church was a source of great satisfaction. He was also a member of the Silver Jubilee Club and the Friendship Club. Surviving, be- sides his wife, the former Beatrice Rennie, are two daughters, .Lois (Mrs Graham Dal- las) of Bowmanvill- e; Helen (Mrs Lorne Lageer) of Scarbor- ough; one son Eldon of Bright, near Woodstock; one brother, Grenfell, near Stratford and one sister, Fern Pennanen, Park - view Home, Stouff- ville. He was prede- ceased by a son, Glen and a sister, Winnie Reynolds. There are nine grandchildren -Ray, Charlene, Darryl and Karen; Brenda and Jeff; Steven and Blair; and Kim. Rev. Jim Clubine and Rev. Douglas Gray shared the funeral service with spring interment, Stouffville Cemetery. Dayliner will make promo run CLAREMONT — The reinstated Havelock - Toronto commuter train will make a promotional stop at Claremont on Sun- day, June 2. The VIA Rail dayliner, scheduled to begin regular operation Monday, June 3, will be on display at Claremont station Sunday from 11 to 11:20 a.m. It'll leave Claremont at 11:25 a.m. and arrive in Myrtle at 11:50 a.m. The train will be on display there from 11:55 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., before departing for Pontypool at 12:20 p.m. A public affairs spokes- man for VIA Rail said offi- cials will be available along the route to answer ques- tions about the train and its operation. As of Monday, it'll begin a 160-kilometre run each morning at 5:05 a.m. in Havelock end at Toronto's Union Station at approx- imately 8:30 a.m. According to the new schedule, the dayliner will arrive in Burketon at 7 a.m.; in Myrtle at 7:17 a.m.; Dagmar at 7:25 a.m.; and Claremont at 7:35 a.m. On the return trip depart- ing Union Station at 5:30 p.m., the train is scheduled to reach Claremont at 6:19 p.m.; Dagmar at 6:29 P.M.; Myrtle at 6:37 p.m.; and Burketon at 6:54 p.m. Claremont passengers will pay $5 one-way and $8 round-trip to Toronto, and $6 one-way and $8 round-trip from Dagmar to Toronto. The Progressive Con- servative government has reinstated the service on a two-year, trial basis. Before its cancellation in 1981 by the then Liberal Minister o" Transport, the train h• ; been carrying up to 200 r sengers a day, but ma, the commuters said would have been rr ers if the service.. publicized ma. federal gover = VIA has e advertisin a effort to F aboutthe profile. Cuts anniversary cake Mrs Sherman Arnold, a Life Member of the Stouffville Women's Institute, was selected to cut the anniversary cake, Thursday, at the W.I.'s eightieth birthday celebration held in the Stouffville Legion Hall. ---Jim Thomas Present `Annie' At Claremont P.S. Students at Claremont Public School are presenting the stage musical `Annie' for three perform- ances, April 9, 10 and 11. The curtain rises at 7 p.m. each evening. Among the cast of 55 are (left to right): Rick Shea as Daddy Warbucks, Jenny McCance as Annie, along with a canine companion, played by Kevin McCance, and Kristin Graham as Miss Hannigan. Another 33 students are either singing in the choir or help- ing backstage. The director is Andrea Graham while Yvonne Poys- er is producing. Tickets, at $2 each, are available from students or by contacting Karen Marks at 649-3030. ---Chris Shanahan Late Mary Ingram Kind ladY. UXBRIDGE — Service was held 1trom the chapel at Low and Low Funeral Home, Thursday, for Florence Mary Ingram, 63. Rev. Gordon Ray of St. Paul's Angilcan Church, Uxbridge, described as "tragic" the April 1 car accident that claimed Mrs Ingram's life. She was pronounced dead following a two -car collision at the interection, of Durham Regional Road 21 and Conc. 3, Goodwood. Born at Orillia, the daughter of Oliver Allan McFarland and Eva Grace MacDo- nald, Mary resided at London, Barrie and Uxbridge before taking up residence in Claremont. A housewife, she was also an active member of the ladies' auxiliary at Royal Canadian Legion, Claremont branch 483. She resided at Claremont for 20 years before moving to Whitchurch-Stouffville, just four months before her death. Mrs Ingram is survived by sons Gary, Jon, George, Edward and Randolph; daughters, Beverley-anne and Lori -Lee; a brother, Gerald McFarland; and a sister, Mildred Robinson. Another sister, Gladys Lawlor, is deceased. She is also survived by thirteen grand- children and one great grandchild. Her husband, Jack Ingram, predeceased her in 1972. Mrs Ingram's funeral was well attended. Interment will be made at Claremont Un- ion Cemetery.- Local contractor helps to preserve Claremont' image Residents of Claremont and a local con- tractor have joined forces to preserve the small town's 19th century atmosphere. Karsten Smith, owner of Karsten Con- tracting, specializes in building Victorian homes in the area for buyers who are in- terested in getting away from modern architectural designs. "I got into this market because I found a lot of people who wanted to renovate old homes," he said. Because the homes were old and in va- rious stages of disrepair, he said buyers were spending enormous sums of money to get the houses comfortably inhabitable again. According to Mr. Smith, most potential buyers are people who want to get away from the big -city atmosphere and live in a rural setting. "We're hoping that the Victorian styling will keep in stride with the appeal of the village," he said. To build a 1,500 sq. ft. "shell" of one of the Victorian homes would cost "about $47,000," Mr. Smith said. Adding the neces- sary "subtrades," such as plumbing, elec- tricity, and carpentry would cost "an addi- tional $24,000." WALLACE, William (Past Master and Life Mem- ber of Richardson Masonic Lodge No. 136 P.G.S., Past Patron of Markham Chapter O.E.S.) Suddenly at Scarborough Centenary Hospital on Fri. Oct. 11, 1985 William Wallace of Stouff- ville in his 85 year. Beloved husband of the late Agnes Mitchell. Loving father of Margaret (Mrs. Lloyd Pugh) of Pickering, Eric of Bolton and John of Markham. Dear grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Brother of Margaret (Mrs. Riddell) of Scotland. Rested at O'Neill Funeral Home, Stouffville. Service was held in the chapel on Mon. at 1:30 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. "We can match what (other builders) a... doing with modern houses dollar for dol- lar," he pointed out. Mr. Smith said he is currently trying to get four new subdivisions built with the Victorian homes, "which would be about 20 houses." He added that some problems arise when building that amount of homes in one area. "Although there is a definite market for these things, the hardest part is styling them without becoming too repetitious," he said. NORTON, Gladys on Sun- day, March loth, 1985 at Cottage Hospital, Uxbridge in her 83rd year, Gladys Brown, dear sister of Ger- trude (Mrs. H. Norton) dear friend of Moses Norton, sadly missed by 2 nieces and 3 nephews. Rested at the funeral home of Low 8, Low, Brock Street, Ux- bridge after 2:00 p.m. Mon- day, for a complete funeral service in the Chapel, Tues- day 2:00 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery THE LITTLE COMMUTER TRAIN that could chugged back into Claremont Sunday. Commuter train is back By BETTY KERMAN The commuter is back. On Sunday a packed train left Union Station after a few speeches and an inaugural bottle of champagne was broken on the front of the engine. Following a short stop in Locust Hill, the train roll- ed into Claremont, breaking an array of rib- bons to the delight of the large crowd awaiting at the station. A great many of the children got an oppor- tunity to view the coun- tryside from beside the engineer, `r�sj Ross Ostrander. Both Ross and the former conduc- tors Pat O'Donnell and Kirby Cameron returned for the occasion. Entertainment in Claremont was provided by a five -piece band, "The Boxford Street Ramblers" of Newmarket, as everyone enjoyed their Sunday orange juice. It was em- phasized by MP Scott Fennell that the service is on a strictly "use it or lose it" basis for a trial period of two years. Skilled hands Service was held Oct. 21 from the Thompson Funeral Home, Au- rora, for Clarissa Wood following her passing in York County Hos- pital; Newmarket after a brief ill- ness. Born in Toronto, Oct. 9, 1894, Mrs Wood;' the former--iarissa Courtney, was the daughter of Jonathan and Emily Courtney. As a young girl, she grew up on a farm near Pottageville. Follow- ing her marriage to James Albert Wood, she and her husband re- sided near King City. Mr Wood predeceased his wife in 1960. In 1967, Mrs Wood moved to the Stouffville area. Friends will re- call her skill at quilt -making, also fancy work much of which she donated to local churches, nurs- ing homes and community orga- nizations. She will be remem- bered also for her ability to recite poetry. She often entertained groups in the Lemonville, Bloomington and Claremont areas. Surviving are three children - Edith (Mrs Tom Baker) of Brus- sels; Ivel of Midland; James of Aurora; Ronald of Egbert and Elva (Mrs Donald Reid) of Claremont. ' q X° Beloved citizen passes CLAREMONT — The commun- ity lost one of its beloved citizens with the death of Mrs. Annie (Spoffard) Porter Nov. 1. Mrs. Porter was a life-long Claremont resident who de- scended fronn the area's early set- tlers. She resided in a Wixon Street home, built in 1890 on land that was purchased by her great grandfather from the original Wixon settlers. Two of her prized possessions were the indenture to Robert Law, her great grandfather, of four acres of land signed by Joseph Wixon Jr. and Abigail Wixon, and the Crown grant of 100 acres of land on Cone. 8. Mrs. Porter taught school for a short time at Stouffville and Cher- rywood, then joined the staff at Claremont Public School. She in- structed there for 23 years before gaining employment at the local library. The Claremont native held the position of librarian for 13 years until her retirement in 1971. Also keenly interested in com- munity affairs, she was a mem- ber of Claremont United Church, the United Church Women and the Women's Institute. Mrs. Porter served as United Church organist for several years. Late Homer Jackson Horses won any awards CLAREMONT — It was with shock and saddness that news was received Dec. 14 of the passing of Homer Jackson, R.R. 2, Claremont. Mr Jackson suffered a heart attack Dec. 12 and died two days later in Oshawa General Hospital. He was 64. Mr Jackson, a well-known and highly respected farm resident on the 7th Cone. of Pickering since 1963, was born at Huntoon, Sas- katchewan, the son of Arthur and Ethel (Malcolm) Jackson. Prior to moving to the Claremont area, he resided near the 4th Concession at R.R. 2, Pickering. Mr Jackson loved horses, especially Clydesdales. It was Nelson and Dave Wagg who first created this interest. The late Bill Wal- lace, also a heavy -horse lover, was a regular visitor to the property. Mr Jackson imported six Clydesdales from Scotland. He made three trips overseas to inspect the animals personally. His entries won many awards at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, the C.N.E. and other shows around the province including Carp, Mar- kham and Brooklin Fairs. Only last fall he won Best Canadian Mare at the Canadian National Exhibition. He was identified with Mt. Zion United Church. Since Mr Jackson's passing, help has come from many people, including neighbors Allan and Grant Carson. This assistance has been much appreciated. Besides his wife, the former Norine Ellis, Mr Jackson is survived by two brothers, Robert of Demorestville, Ont., and Clayton of Markham. Rev. A.M. Butler of Mt. Zion United Church conducted the ser- vice, Dec. 17 from the McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering, with interment, Salem Cemetery. Pall -bearers were ---Murray Beelby, Grant Carson, Grant Malcolm, Ralph Hoar, Gerald Fisher and Joe Champion. Honorary pall -bearers were ---John Batty and Grant Wilkinson. Hundreds pay respects CLAREMONT — The McEach- nie Funeral Home, Pickering, was filled to overflowing, Wednesday, as friends and rela- tives paid their respects to the memory of Joseph William Empringham following his pas- sing, Nov. 25. Mr Empringham suffered a heart attack on the Monday morn- ing and died three hours later in Ajax -Pickering Hospital. Born at Scarborough Junction, the son of Charles and Ida (Wal- ton) Empringham, Joe grew up in the Scarborough area where his father operated a blacksmith's shop. Later, he moved with his pa- rents to a farm at Mt. Zion in Pick- ering Township and remained there until his retirement to Claremont Village 26 years ago. Although retired from farming, Mr Empringham worked for a time at Pine Hills Cemetery and later for the Pickering Road De- partment. As a young man, Joe Empring- ham was an excellent speed ska- ter. He was also a fine hockey player. In the summer, he en- joyed fishing. Those who knew him best appreciated his generosity. Whenever anyone required trans- portation, for whatever reason, he was always willing to take them; even loan them his car. No family ever lacked for a turkey at Christmas if Mr Empringham was told of their plight. In the quiet of the night, he would simply drop one off, no name or address attached. On June 20,1984, Joe and Lillian Empringham celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. It was a happy event, held at the Claremont Legion Hall. Besides his wife, the former Lil- lian Dawson, he is survived by two nephews, Charles and Brian Empringham of Port Perry and a niece, Barbara June (Mrs Bob Lehman) of Claremont. Following the service, Wednes- day, the funeral procession from Pickering to Pine Hills Cemetery extended more than a mile. Pall- bearers were: Walter Pearson, Michael Norton, Ross Wideman, Reg Hoskins, Dick Ward and Ross Gammage. Honorary pall- bearers were: Lloyd Wilson and Norman Stephenson. Flower - bearers were: John Miller, Glen Gauslin, Ron Gauslin and Ted Blake. �92 Claremont home wins first prize in Christmas Lights Competition The home of Peter and Yvonne White and family placed first in chliffe and family and third, the home of Al and Carole Redshaw the Christmas Lights Contest sponsored by the Lions and Lioness and family. The judge was Tribune editor Jim Thomas. Clubs of Claremont. Second was the home of Ron and Janice Hin- ---Jim Thomas Late Kathleen Gostick caring p r CLAREMONT — The late Kathleen deaths. When her sister, Edith, took ill, 3 c Isobel Gostick was known for her caring Miss Gostick cared lovingly for her until w k ways among a wide circle friends and her death in March of 1985. 4Ca family members. Her death at age 651eaves a large vacan 3 Miss Gostick, killed in a tragic June 24 cy in her family and in the community of Co automobile accident, was born on the fami- Cannington, where the Gosticks settled af- > ^o ly homestead farm in Claremont: ter their property was expropriated in 1975 She attended school there and was a for the proposed Pickering Airport. member of the congregation at Green Riv- Left to mourn are three sisters and one CZ ;; w C er Baptist Church. Kathleen taught Sun- brother — Myrtle (Mrs Walter Foote of C w day School, sang in the choir and held a Woodville; Nellie (Mrs William Hopkins), ° ti `happy hour' for children. Ashburn; Ada (Mrs Fred Hodgson) of w — ^o C In 1943, she graduated from Toronto Bi- Brougham; and Russell, Claremont. 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S. �� " °� A., G) O O�Frn O �U y F .� O °.� V�� O•-,� n caw. >'O�`ri".ti - +� a3 rn... u U ..., x1ZbUr. Mar am fi rm lays for e Poope I By DON ATANASOFF News Editor How is a 400 lb. organ oved up a narrow flight of stairs without using a crane? Easy. Construct it in two pieces and then carry it up to its lofty perch. This was just one of the problems that the Classic Organ Company of Markham overcame recently when it transported and connected ,two of its larger organs in the Martyrs' Shrine Church in Midland for the recent visit of Pope John Paul II. "It was an exciting day and I wouldn't have missed it for the world," said Clarion Bak- er, sales manager for the firm. "We had some minor problems, but everything wound up running smoothly." Mr. Baker said that special scaffolds had to be con- structed to house the speak- ers for the organs and covers for the speakers at the organs had to be put into place to pre- vent moisture seeping into the systems during the even- ing prior to the Papal visit. Having the honor of install- ing the organs for Pope's visit didn't exactly come about by accident. Classic Organs had set up equipment at the site earlier this summer for a spe- cial mass by Emmett Cardin- al Carter. When Cardinal Carter asked Classic to help out for the Papal visit, the company was very willing to respond. 11 Honored at family birthday party For Aida Purcell of Claremont, Rita Purcell's home, McCowan Thursday was special ---her 90th Road, Markham. Mrs Purcell Sr. has birthday. To mark the occasion, .a six grandchildren and three great - family gathering was organized by grandchildren. She enjoys excellent her two sons and daughters-in-law, health and likes nothing better than Vernon and Rita Purcell and Lionel working in her garden. and Rita Purcell. The celebration ---Jim Thomas was held on the lawn at Lionel and "We did it as a gesture o good will," said Mr. Baker "It's great for public rela tions." In return for its contribu tion, the company wa! offered and accepted space it the VIP section at the church This gave Mr. Baker a bird's• eye view of the proceedings It also allowed Classic em• ployee Peter Brand, a formes Markhamite who now resides in Stouffville, a chance tc meet the Holy Father. "I was supposed to be near the organ in case something went wrong," he began, "but the RCMP wouldn't let me go up the stairs to where the organ was. They said they'd call me if I was needed. "I was allowed to stand near the doors," Mr. Brand continued. "When the Pope arrived, six security men walked in and checked the place out. "When the Pope walked in, he spoke to the first person he saw, a 21-year-old girl who had recently had a brain op- eration. As he turned to leave her, I extended my hand and he took it. "His hand was warm, and it had no callouses. It was a con- fident grip in a reassuring way. Believe me, I was smil- ing from ear -to -ear." Mr. Brand, who did a great deal of the installation work, i said that because the organs are totally electronic there wasn't any tuning problems. "About the only problems we encountered was with the CBC microphones. We wanted to have a speaker set up on the altar for the choir, but it would have caused some problems. So we ended UP using the CBC mic- rophones and had it available to the organist only." Mr. Baker said the entire operation went off without a hitch. He also added that it was amusing that both organ- ists that played for the Pope were from the Anglican Church. The Classic Organ Com- pany is Canadian owned and the organs are made entirely at its Markham production facility on Don Park Rd. Only 10 to 12 organs are pro- duced a year by a full-time staff of five people. The organs are completely elec- tric and are amongst the world's most advanced. The company's main customers are churches and the prices vary from $30,000 to $50,000 depending on the model. %-anpun naxer, sales manager of the Classic Organ Co. of Markham plays a number on one of the two organs that were used in the celebrations marking Pope John Paul II's visit to Midland. The Markham firm transported the organs to Midland for the event. For little Peter Forthcoming Night of tears marriage On Saturday afternoon, John and Joan Hazlewood and family re- August 16 turned to their home at 307 North Street, Stouffville, after attending the g Santa Claus Parade. They placed six -week-old Peter in his carriage for a nap. A short time later, they looked in on him and discovered he wasn't Mr and Mrs John Hooker breathing. He was pronounced dead on arrival at York Central Hospit- of Kinsale and Mr and Mrs al, Richmond Hill. In memory of little Peter, Andrea Grundy of Hawth- orne Avenue, a li-iend of the family, has written the following poem. It Murray Jones of Mt. Zion reads: are pleased to announce There was a child who never grew, the forthcoming marriage Many things he never knew. of their children, Diane People spent a night in tears, Marlene Hooker and Brian For all in the family, it may take years. Murray Jones on August Six weeks old is not a life, 16, 1986 at Brooklin United Ai least for him, no trouble and strife. Church. Diane is a recent He didn't have his first teeth yet, graduate of Durham Col - Hs first Christmas present, he'll never get. lege, Nursing Diploma Isaw him up close this afternoon, Program and is presently Pot expecting tonight to feel such gloom. working at Scarborough Nis beautiful eyes twinkled in awe, I Centenary for her H.N.S. it all the beauteous things he saw. Brian is a recent graduate from Queen's University, gere this morning , gone tonight, Kingston, with a Bachelor 1Vhy do our lives hold such fright? of Education degree in the Me child was given, now he's taken, division of kt least we know he's now in heaven. primary -junior the concurrent education the family can't see it's for the best, program. He has accepted God has put them to a difficult test. a Grade 1/2 teaching posi- I hope their happiness will soon be restored, t i o n with the Durham For up in heaven, they'll see Peter once more. 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N Claremont Legion's awards the presentation is brother Dave. n was voted the Most Valu- PEGG, Mitton N. — Entered into rest at the family residence Greenwood, Ontario on Satur- day, October 4, 1986. Milton N. Pegg in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Betty Jenkins. Loving father of Edward N. Pegg, Alfred and wife Bar- bara Pegg, all of Greenwood, Joseph A. Pegg and wife Sandra of Oshawa. Loving grand- father of Ruth (Mrs. Vale) of Sunderland. Diana, John, and Steven. Great grandfather of Matth- ew Dallins. Brother of Lloyd of Orillia, William of Stouffville, George of Claremont, Edgerton of Greenwood, Essie (Mrs. R. Appleby) of Picker- ing, Alice (Mrs. B. Wilson) of Orillia, Mildred (Mrs. C.McTaggart) of Greenwood. Prede- ceased by Gladys (Mrs. William Brown). Rested at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering No. 2 Hwy. Pickering Village (Town of Ajax). Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Tuesday, October 7 at 1 p.m. Inter- ment Salem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Greenwood United Church. ELAREMONT — A variety of community organizations will be recognized during a special ser- vice at Claremont United Church on Sunday, April 13. is to be followed by a com- plimentary luncheon. Invited to take part are repre- sentatives from the Auberge Shel- ter Co-ordinating Committee; The program, based on the Scouts and Guides; Lion and Lio- theme `building a caring com- ' ness clubs; Volunteer Fire De- munity', begins at 11:15 a.m. and partment; Claremont Rescue Group; Co-operative Nursery School; Women's Institute; Royal Canadian Legion, branch 483, and Legion Ladies Auxiliary; Claremont and District Commun- ity Association; and Claremont Recreation Committee. For more information contact Rev. Doug Varey at 649-2400. Late Fred Mowder Manyfr*�ends PICKERING — More than 200 people filled the McEachnie Chapel, Pickering, March 23, coming from a wide area to pay their respects to the memory of Alfred Clifford Mowder. Mr Mowder was a patient in Ajax -Pickering Hospital one month. He'd been in ailing health for over a year. Born on the 8th Conc. of Pickering, the son of Joseph and Eli- zabeth Mowder, he attended the nearby Atha Public School and spent most of his life in the area. Mr Mowder had several occupations over the years including - salesman, farmer, storekeeper and interior decorator. He was a quiet man with a dry sense of humor. He was proud of his nieces and nephews. They brought him much joy. Rev. Howard Zurbrigg of Pickering United Church conducted the service with spring interment, Stouffville Cemetery. Besides his wife Irene, Mr Mowder is survived by one brother, one An sister, several nieces and nephews. B. A. Degree Brian Jones, son of Murray and Evelyn Jones, R.R. 1, Ashburn, graduated recently from Trent Uni- versity, Peterborough, with a Bache- lor of Arts degree in Psychology. Brian will continue his studies this fall at Queen's University, Kingston. Claremont Co-operative Nursery bcnooi ' y 3- 5 BIRKETT, Gordon Randal — (R.C.A.F. W.W.II). Suddenly on February 1, 1986, in Key West Florida. Gordon Randal Birkett, of MacRae Beach and formerly of Stouffville Ont in his 67th Year. Beloved husband of Ruth Sjsco. Loving father of Margaret Glandfield of Peterborough and T nomas Birkett of Newmarket. Loving father-in-law of David Glandfield and Mary -Beth Birkett. Loving grandfather of Katherine and Elizabeth Glandfield and Gordon Birkett. No services to be held at the request of the deceased. In memoriam donations to the Heart Fund would be appreciated. MAXWELL,MarjorieEllen— Enteredintorest at the family residence in Oshawa on Satur- day, August, 23, 1986. Marjorie Ellen Quantz in her 33rd year. Beloved wife of Arthur. Lov- ing daughter of John and Lillian Quantz. Granddaughter of Mrs. Lillian Binsted of Claremont and Mrs. Mildred Quantz of Ux- bridge. Sister of Faye (Mrs. Richard O'Con- I nor) and Murray. Daughter -in -Law of Lorraine McLeod. Sister -in -Law of Lonnie (Mrs. Peter Rumney) Lovingly remembered by nieces and nephews. Mrs. Maxwell rested at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Road W., Pickering Village (Town of Ajax). Funeral service was held in Claremont Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 26. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. The family received friends at the funeral home Monday. Mrs. Maxwell rested at Claremont Baptist Church from 12 noon Tuesday until the time of funeral service at 2 p.m. Kitty McArthur, (centre), assists four -year -old rents play an important part in the co-operative Eric Smith, (left), and Greg Barnes, three, at concept. The school was formed at Altona about 15 Claremont's Co-operative Nursery School. The years ago. -_-Chris Shanahan Early Childhood Education instructor says pa- _ _ REESOR, Jean — Suddenly at Scarborough Centen- ary Hospital, on Saturday March 15, 1986. Jean Benson, of Stouffville, beloved wife Of the late Goer)Kenne, ERvansoand Gordon t PrZZ I Ma rby( (Mrs. and Myrtle. Resting Ivan at O'Neill Funeral Horne, Stouffville, on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p m Service and committal in the chapel on Tuesday ai 1:30 p.m. Spring interment Claremont U Cemetery. nion REDSHAW, Florence Mary — At Parkview Home, Stouffville on Sunday, June 29, 1986, Florence Redshaw in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late William Redshaw. Predeceased by her first husband John Walker. Loving mother of Lillian Brown, James Walker, Aldine Sinclair, Bernice Ringwood, Doris Farthing and Murray Redshaw. Dear stepmother of Ila Wag- ner, Ethel Redman and Luella Robertson. Grandmother of 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Sister of Edward Warboy. Rested at O'Neill Funeral Home, Stouffville. Service and committal were held in the chapel on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment Uxbridge Cemetery. Claremont plant sold CLAREMONT — The former Sarco plant, Brock Road, Claremont, has been sold. The purchaser, Giuseppe Romano, plans to operate a metal fabricating business out of the HARDY, Lorne- Entered into rest after a lengthy illness at the Ajax -Pickering Hospital on Sun- day, April 6, 1986. Lorne Hardy, in his 75th year, was the beloved husband of Doreen Colbourne, dear father of Robert and wife Joyce. Remem- bered by grandchildren Donna and Bob. Dear brother of Norman and predeceased by Wil- liam, Elizabeth and Ida. Services were held in the McEachnie Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 8. In lieu of flowers donations to the Durham Region Lung Association would be appreci- ated. site. The sale was completed through Gillespie Real Estate of Claremont. The operation is ex- pected to begin shortly, Mr Gilles- pie said. HAM, Nora Victoria. At York County Hospital, Newmarket on Monday, December 8, 1986. Miss Nora Ham of Stouffville, formerly of Claremont, in her 80th year. Dear sister of Hilda (Mrs. Sherman Arnold), Myrtle (Mrs. Walter Baker), both of Stouffville, Marie (Mrs. Donald McCullough) of Newmarket and the late Lorne Hain of Oshawa. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Resting at O'Neill Funeral Home, Stouffville. Service and committal in the Chapel on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment Claremont Un- ion Cemetery. Frank Hendy Exhibitor looks back �ssnr;n- tion with Markham Fair extends cve!: a 25-year period in which he has been a fre- quent and successful exhibitor. He first entered at Markham in 1960 an4 it wasn't long before his involvement soon' expanded to include extensive vegetable and potato showing at the Royal Agricultu- ral Winter Fair and Uxbridge Fair. The R.R. 1, Claremont resident remem hers his first win in a Markham carrot class and how it really launched his show career. And over the past quarter century he has received numerous ribbons in Markham, Uxbridge and Toronto. A definite highlight, he says, was a 1969 world championship for his rye entry in the Royal's grain class. And in the 1970s, Mr Hendy registered a reserve world cham- pion potato against international competi- tion in Toronto. "My objective was to win the grand championship in potatoes at the Royal Win- ter Fair," he admits. "That was really my goal, but I didn't achieve it and that's too bad." Since he moved with his family from Ux- bridge Twp. to Claremont about eight years ago, his competitive yields have been limited. He used to select from among 400 top show potatoes, but now choses from a total crop of about 400 spuds. "I don't have the acreage to grow pota- toes, but I still exhibit and if I get a prize that's good," he explains. "But my main objective isn't to win anymore." Mr Hendy still enters between 10 and 20 classes a year at Markham. "I like to show and I like good quality produce;" he says. Mr Hendy's also active on the executive side, serving on Markham's vegetable committee and heading up that fair's pota- to class. He's also a past -president of Ux- bridge Fair and remains a committee chairman at the Royal. Well-known area agriculturalists Albert Hockley and Ivan Norton have greatly in- fluenced Mr Hendy in his show participa- tion. "At Markham Fair, to.beat Ivan Norton is something," Mr Hendy says of the legen- dary Goodwood potato -farmer. Fire victims praise community PICKERING — Saturday's 'Up From the Ashes' party en- abled Hugh and Elsie Miller to show their appreciation for the "overwhelming" community support they received following the 1985 fire at their historic homestead. Hundreds of people came to the couple's aid and helped res- tore most of the Cone. 7 house to its original state. The following people received recognition for their contribu- tions to the rebuilding project: Philip Goldsmith — Heritage Foundation architect; Ken McTaggart and Bill Middleton, Greenwood, Claremont's John Devitt and Ken Ramsay, Brougham — Carpenters; Ger- ry Fisher, Greenwood and Ernie Carruthers, Goodwood — Electrical Wiring; Allan Kayes. Pickering — Plumbing; Austin Metcalfe. Whitevale — Heating; The Wood Joiner, Ux- bridge Twp. — Kitchen Cabinets; Kerry Gould, Scar- borough — Interior Painting; Ross Madill, Stouffville — Ex- terior Painting; and Monarch Home Interiors, Ajax — Furni- ture. Hugh Miller (left) points out a feature of the mysterious fire back on Jan. 9 of 1985. Concerned restored Thistle Ha' homestead to wife Elsie dur- citizens from near and far banded together to ing Saturday's open house at their north Picker- help the elderly couple get back on their feet. ing farm property. The national, provincial and local historic site was severely damaged by a ---Chris Shanahan OMEROD, WNiam G. (Bier) — Of Brooklin, at the Oshawa General Hospital on Thursday, August 14, 1966 In his 87th year. Dear uncle of Muriel Baldwin, Marlon Petty, Laura Johnson, Cecil Walls, Clara Jones, Vanessa Biggs, Milton Walls, Lloyd and Jean Linton, Marilyn Curtin and Claire Omerod. Predeceased by eight brothers and sisters. The late Mr. Bill Omerod is resting at the Carson Funeral Home 3 Chapel, 79 Balwin St., Brooklin from 2-4 and 7-9 P.m. Friday. Funeral service in the Chapel on Saturday, August 16 al 1:30 p.m. Interment Groveside Cemetery, Brooklin. If desired memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Claremont Peewees prepare for battle HAMILTON, Russel Roosewlf — Suddenly at Scarborough Centenary Hospital on Sunday, June 29, 1986. Russell R. Hamilton, of Markham, in his 841h year, beloved husband of Jean Robinson. Friends will be received at the Dixon -Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main St. N. (Hwy. 48) Markham on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service in the chapel on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, Markham. The Claremont Peewees face Unionville in zone play- Jones, Chris Hall; (back left) coach John Vanderligt, offs starting tonight. Claremont players include: (bot- Mike Feasby, Jason Underwood, David Martin, Bron- tom left) Mike McKenzie, Matt Davis, Darrell Vander- son Lawrence, Brett Yoshida, Ron Hall. lift, Dwavne Vanderliet. Wavne Meredith. David TWEEDIE, Stanley A. (Veteran WW II) Entered into rest at the Cottage Hospital, Uxbridge on Sunday, April 20, 1986. Stanley A. Tweedie of Claremont. Beloved son of the late John and Pearl Tweedie. Dear brother of Stewart of Brooklin, Evelyn (Mrs. R. Carruthers) of Claremont, Peggy (Mrs. Earl Campbell) of Cannington and predeceased by Gladys (Mrs. Harold Barclay) and Marjorie. Dear friend of Aldine Hamlin. Mr. Tweedie rested at McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering where funeral service was held on Tuesday, April 22, at 2 p.m. Stouffville I.O.O.F. Lodge 384 held a Memorial Service Monday at 6:45 p.m. Claremont Legion 9911 held a Memorial Service at the Funeral Home, Monday at 9 p.m. AYLOR, Gordon William — Entered into rest o Tuesday, December 2, 1986. Gordon Wil6ary Taylor of Orillia (formerly of Gord's Marine Claremont). Beloved husband of Thelma Slack Loving father of Garry and Glenda (Mr Winterstein), both of Claremont. Lovin grandfather of Scott, Jacob and Pamela Taylor Luke and Laura Winterstein. Dear brother of Fer (Mrs. Alvin Redshaw) of Port Perry, Irene (Mr Ron Carnochan), June (Mrs. George Smith), box of Oshawa, Ivan of Cannington. Mr. Taylor will rest at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W . , Pickering, (Town of Aiax), after 2 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday, December 5 at 2:30 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. Please note change in time of service. Optometry grad Ronald Steven McMullen, son of Stan and Mary McMullen of Claremont, graduated May 30 from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry and was presented with the degree Doc- tor of Optometry. He is asso- ciating on practice with Dr. Garnet Gray in Uxbridge and Dr. Lorne Kay at Thornhill. ---Forde Studio Claremont craftsman Receiving major awards June 24 during a Grade 8 graduation ceremony at Claremont Pub- lic School are (from left) Jennifer Greer, General Academic Proficiency Award; Leanne Red- shaw, Ken Ward Memorial Trophy for All -Round Farm sold The lovely farm east of Stouff- ville owned by Jack Spang, has been sold. j Mr Spang confirmed the sale, Monday. He's been a resident here 40 years. The show -place property has been purchased by the same family who own The Tremont Hotel on Main Street, Mar- kham, plus fifty acres on the Ninth Line north of Blooming- ton. They have three sons, all in university. Woodcrafter Gord Brook of Claremont was one of the area's The new owners take posses - many commercial exhibitors at the 131st annual Markham Fair, sion June 2. Mr Spang is cur - Oct. 1-5. He displayed a wide selection of wooden merchandise, rently looking for a home in including this hand -painted duck decoy. ---Chris Shanahan town, preferably a bungalow. "I hope to stay in Stouffville," he - - — - said Blanchard houh"e"' tops in Clarem on t CLAREMONT- Wes and Lynn cate for Claremont Co-op went to Blanchard and family have won Al and Carole Redshaw, 5023 Claremont's `Decorate Your Franklin Street. Home for Christmas' contest. The third best home was deco - Blanchard House at 1767 Wel- lington Street was judged best en- try in the competition, sponsored Road North. He received a $20 annually by Claremont Lions and voucher for Claremont Garage. Lioness Clubs. The winners re- Tribune reporter Chris Shana- c e i v e d a$ 5 0 voucher for han judged homes in the north Claremont Corner Store. Pickering hamlet Friday Second prize of a $30gift certifi-_ evening. Christian Fellowship bu*lding sanctuary CLAREMONT — Church ex- the fellowship began here 12 years pansion, prominent in Stouffville, ago. has spread to the country. Services are held at 10 a.m. and A new sanctuary is under con- 6:30 p.m., Sundays; 7:30 p.m., struction at the Stouffville Christ- Wednesdays with prayer meet- ian Fellowship, Cone. 8, R.R. 2, ings 6 a.m., Tuesdays. Claremont. The project, entirely "The people have responded volunteer, is expected to be com- very generously," The Tribune pleted by late fall. was told. "It's wonderful to see It will measure 60 by 40 and the sanctuary becoming a accommodate 150 people. reality." The minister is Pastor Sandy- - -- Rob ertson,_As en -Crescent, Proficiency; and Julie Winterstein, Muriel Gos- tick Citizenship Award and Carson Award for Citizenship. Outgoing principal Jim Crosbie is pictured at right. Celebrate 80th birthdays Long-time Claremont residents Rowena and Frank Barclay both celebrate 80th birthdays this week. On Saturday, family members gathered to congratulate the octogenarian couple and help them eat a massive cake made specially for the occasion. Frank officially marks his 80th year today (April 9) while Rowena's birthday in tommorow. The Barclays now reside at R.R. 1, Brooklin. ---Chris Shanahan FUNERAL Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mills of Stouffville attended the funeral of her sister on Wednesday, March 5. The late Adelaide Lougheed (McCullough) was a former resi- dent of Claremont. PAYNE, William Nary — At Uxbridge Hospital on Thursday, December 25, 198& Bill Payne, beloved husband of Irene Peel and loving father of Connie Goodwin, Carolyn Evans and William Payne Jr. Loved by grandchildren Brad, Tim, Greg, Deanna and Carolyn. Brother of Dorothy MacDonald, Connie Hackett, Gladys Murrell and Ivy Sansone, Predeceased by George, John and Lillian Underwood. Resting at the funeral home of Low & Low, Uxbridge, for service in the chapel on Sunday, December 20, at 3 P.m. Interment Claremont Cemetery. Visitation Saturday 2-9 p.m. and Sunday 10-3 P.m. "Use the train!" riding M.P. urges Ontario riding Member of Parliament Scott Fennell, (left), and Ray Borden, vice-president of VIA Ontario, partici- pated in Sunday's promotional train stop at Claremont station. Mr Fennell urged residents to use the reinstated commu- ter service in order to ensure its perma- nent return. The Progressive Conserva- tive government has revived the Have- lock -Toronto passenger line on a trial basis. ---Chris Shanahan Large crowd welcomes commuter train return By Chris Shanahan CLAREMONT — Hamlet residents joined in an exuberant celebration, Sun- day, to officially mark the return of com- muter train service here. The crowd of over a hundred broke into cheers as the sleek VIA dayliner rolled into Claremont station slightly behind sche- dule, breaking through a huge paper ban- ner that read `Here Comes The Train.' The 160-kilometre Toronto - Peterborough -Havelock line, which in- cludes stops at Claremont, Dagmar and Myrtle in Durham Region, began regular service on Monday. It was discontinued by the then Liberal government back on Sept. 6,1982, as part of a $200-million cutback in federal subsidies to VIA Rail Canada Inc. Sunday's festivities were organized by Andrea Graham with participation from "members of Claremont Legion Ladies Au- xiliary; Claremont Winter Carnival queen Karen Carson; and Peggy Turner and Rho- da Almack, who arrived dressed in period costume aboard horse and buggy. Music was provided by the Botsford Street Ramb- lers band from Newmarket. An elaborate imitation train hold-up was planned during the Claremont stop but was It's back on track The VIA Rail dayliner made its long-awaited re- turn to Claremont in style. Town- sfolk came out in large numbers Sunday for a celebration that featured an in- strumental band and an ill-fated train hold-up scheme. Festivi- ties were orga- nized by Andrea Graham, who termed the event "a huge success." Regular commu- ter service began on Monday. ---Chris Shanahan cancelled due to technical difficulties, according to Mrs Graham. However, a masked man did fire a loud starter's pistol near the head of a startled Ontario riding M.P. Scott Fennell. A group of 90 Claremont residents took advantage of Sunday's free promotional VIA Rail train ride. The passengers and accompanying dignitaries disembarked at Claremont and joined the other assembled townsfolk for a brief opening ceremony. "The most important thing is to make sure that we all use the train," Mr Fennell told the crowd. "That way it (the commuter service) will be approved and it will still stay." The M.P. credited Transportation Minis- ter Don Mazankowski with doing the leg work required to reinstate the Toronto - Havelock line on a two-year, trial basis. Pickering Mayor Jack Anderson said he eels the train will "be a great boon to resi- dents of Claremont" and to the whole of north Pickering. Norah Stoner, Pickering's regional councillor for Ward 3, called the train's re - urn part of an on -going process of revita- ization in the hamlet. "You can see it on the street and you can see it here," she said at the station cere- mony. Ray Borden, vice-president of VIA Ontario, also took part. Mrs Graham, who was recently named to a four -person committee that'll study the best uses for the federally -owned air- port property, agreed the dayliner's reviv- al is important to Claremont's future. "It's a positive step that will help the revitalization and redevelopment of the whole area," the Brock Road resident told The Tribune. But she feels it's unrealistic to expect the VIA train to catch on with passengers im- mediately, believing instead that it'll "take time to get back on the track." The train departs Havelock at 5:05 a.m. Monday to Friday and arrives at Toronto's Union Station at 8:30 a.m. Morning stops are made at Myrtle, 7:17 a.m.; Dagmar, 7:25 a.m.; and Clarmont, 7:35 a.m. The return trip leaves Toronto at 5:30 p.m. and reaches Claremont at 6:19 p.m.; Dagmar at 6:29 p.m.; and Myrtle at 6:54 p.m. For other times consult the VIA Raij timetable. 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New Claremont school principal shares enthusiasm Enthusiasm will be the catchword as Clare- mont Public School's new principal lakes over this week. "I want to share my enthusiasm with the students, the teachers and the parents," say-. Gail Elliott, 36. "And if that results in more com- munity involvement or a volunteer program, that will be great. It's too ear- ly to predict changes. My big word for the year will be enthusiasm." Miss Elliott comes to Claremont Public School from Gertrude Colpus Public School in Oshawa where she was vice-principal. She started her teaching career 15 years ago, starting in Raglan Public School, which is now closed and was located on Concession Nine of Pickering. She went on from that four -room public school to Conant in Oshawa, the Parkside in Ajax and finally Colpus as a vice-principal. She says she started in teaching by accident. Intending on a career- in physiotherapy hk Principal Gail Elliot and then in civic ad- ministration after graduating Durham Col- lege, she says a former teacher and present Oshawa trustee gave her the push and the con- fidence to try teaching. "It's been my life ever since," she says, backed by a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Education in curricuium and a specialist's cer- tificate in special educa- tion. "I love it and I love the children. Even as a vice-principal over the During the summer, air as the school year ap- last five years, I've Claremont Public School proaches," Miss Elliott always taught and was painted and now says. coached and even form. looks great. Miss Elliott says she ed a chess club. That's And staff members plans to work in what makes it so in- already had their rooms academic resource, teresting. You get so prepared last week. working with teachers to much from the children. -There's been a real create prograins for I just really enjoy them.' hum of excitement in the students with special Al d 1\I' Ell' - co a ►q ►ott r has become acquainted Antiques with her new school. She has spent the summer familiarizing a By CHRIS SHANAHAN new teacher to school Susan Atkins was bitten by the routines. antique bug last year and now she "I've had a lot of I just can't it out of her system. personal satisfaction The Claremont woman is so taken by her new-found passion from this job," she says. that she recently opened her own "I've been able to grow store. Sweet Memories. as a teacher. Guidance Out of her home at 5057 Old for young teachers is the Brock Rd. N., the north Pickering direction education is go- resident offers a wide selection of ing. This helps the -- students get a lot more out of their education. Now I'm in the position to pass on my experience to other teachers." Miss Elliott was born in Edmonton and still lives in Oshawa, where she spent the bulk of her childhood. She replaces Jim Crosby as principal. "I'm really looking forward to being here," she says. "I hope to be here quite a while." needs, team teach if the teachers want, help in Grades 5 and 6 mathematics and coach sports teams. "I'll be keeping my finger in the pie," she laughs. - "I hope in the next are Swee "antiques, collectables, bygones, hasbeens and junque (sic)." Mrs. Atkins is gradually build- ing the fledgling business with the help of husband Bill Adair and may soon add a selection of crafts. It was after attending a spring auction sale at the property of re- tired Stouffville drover John Spang, that Mrs. Atkins really be - few years. I can spread the feeling that we're here for the children," she adds. "In the last five years. I've really begun to appreciate how bright the students are and now much we can learn from them." Memories came interested in the antique business. "I'm addicted to auctions. I just have auction fever," she ex- plained. "It's a good thing I don't drink or go to the races. At least this way (being addicted to anti- ques instead), I get my money back." She's now a regular on the local sale circuit in search of merchan- dise to stock Sweet Memories. Business has been surprisingly brisk since she opened her doors to the public, with weekends (especially Sundays) being the busiest times. Mrs. Atkins, a multi -faceted in- dividual who's trained as a com- merical artist, has also formed Props Unlimited as a sideline to her antiques. Through that business, she hopes to supply an array of items for use in everything from movies to stage productions. While the prop idea has yet to get off the ground, the owner still welcomes inquiries at 649-2897. Howard Tapscott, R.R. 2, Claremont, holds an a yield of 158.22 bushels per acre. The presenta- engraved gold watch and the Mac Allbright Tro- tions were made at a banquet, Dec. 5 in Brooklin phy emblematic of the 1986 championship in the United Church. Durham West 150 Bushel Corn Club. Howard had ---Jim Thomas Claremont farmer Corn Club champ CLAREMONT — Howard Tapscott of R.R. 2, Claremont, is the proud owner of a new Bulova watch. Yes, it's a pre -Christmas gift of sorts, but it didn't come from Santa Claus. It's an award for placing first in the Durham West 150 Bushel Corn Club. The presentation was made Dec. 5 at the produc- ers' annual banquet in Brooklin United Church. Howard's top yield was 158.22 bushels per acre. He's been a participant in the competition 17 years. Along with the watch, Howard received the Mac Allbright Trophy. Altogether there were 32 entries. The top placements follow: Howard Tapscott, R.R. 2, Claremont; Bill Robinson, R.R. 1, Brooklin; Bruce Wilson, R.R. 2, Uxbridge; Don Dunkeld, R.R. 1, Ze- phyr; Jack Short, Seagrave; James Mor- ley, Pickering; Bob Hunter, Brooklin; Win- termere Farms, R.R. 1, Pickering; Barry Philip, R.R. 1, Pickering and Jim McWil- liams, Pickering. Development begins CLAREMONT — An early -August con- struction start is anticipated for five estate residential homes in Claremont. The project builder, Mesa Homes Li- inited of Scarborough, expects to open its sales office for Country Creek Estates by this weekend. Prices for the three-quarter and one - acre lots start at $129,900. The subject prop- erty is located on the hamlet's south-west quadrant, fronting on Brock Road. A second and third phase (containing 21 and 19 lots respectively) is planned, according to Mesa's contracts manager Larry MacDonald. They're still to come before the Town of Pickering. The property -owner is Mario Cetenaro of Richmond Hill Contracting Company Li- mited. Development plan The recent long-awaited approval of the Hamlet of Claremont Development Plan has paved the way for several subdivision projects in the four corners vicinity. Almack Construction Limited has re- ceived draft approval to develop 19 three- quarter lots on the hamlet's south-east quadrant. Property -owner Lorne Almack hopes to be underway this fall so some foundations can be established before the cold weather sets in. He said his single-family detached dwell- ing units will retain the hamlet's original architectural motif, while featuring mod- ern interiors. Mr Almack added that he'd like to utilize the area's many tradesmen and builders during construction of these Victorian - style reproductions. iyfrd They love Santa! 3x '% SANTA CLAUS visited Green Gables in Bloomington Friday after- noon with the Friends of the Seniors group. He had a nice chat with Beulah Manderson, 91, after giving her a doll that she plans to give to a aranddau hter. PEGG' Wham Samuel — Entered Into rest at Centenary Hosoital on Tuesday, January 20, I"T ,William Samuel Pegg, of Stouffvllle, in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Bessie Grace Pepe. Dear father of Sheila (Mrs. Kenneth Brooks) of Greenwood, David of Unionville, Marian (Mrs. Jan Carlsson) of Pike Bay, Gerald of Stouffvllle. Dear grandfather of Rosalie, Michael, Robert, Jane, Edward, Lorl, Sonia, Stuart, Wendy and Janet. Dear great-grandfather of Kyle. Also surviving are 3 sisters and 3 brothers. Mr. Pegg will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering, Hwy 2 Pickering Village, (Town of Aiax), after 2 P.m. Thursday. Funeral Service In the Chanel on Friday, January 23 at 2 p.m. Interment Salem Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 P.m, Thursday. Those who desire may make memorial donations to the Greenwood or Stouffville United Churches. SCHNEIDER, Alex. At Scarborough Centenary Hospital on Thursday, January 29, 1987. Alex Schneider of Claremont in his 87th year. Prede- ceased by his wife Annie Woodland in 1973. Loving father of Ivy (Mrs. Ross Wideman), Jean (Mrs. Jack Hall), Mary (Mrs. Stan McMullen) and Joyce Schneider. Dear grandfather of Paul, Harold and Norman Wideman and Lois Maillet; Janice Schier, Steve and Chris Hall; Ron and Gary McMullen. Great grandfather of Holly and Sean; Amanda and Wesley; Jesse; and Ashley. Brother of Ida, Clara, Susie, Ernie, Dave and Agnes. Predeceased by Andy, Jack, Bill, Minnie and Dan. Rested at O'Neill Funeral Home, Stouffville. Service and committal were held in Claremont Baptist Church on Monday at 3 p.m. Spring interment Claremont Union Cemetery. Absent from the body, present with the Lord. PAYNE, Wm. Henry. At Uxbridge Hospital on Thursday, December 25th, 1986. Bill Payne be- loved husband of Irene Peel and loving father of Connie Goodwin, Carolyn Evans and Bill Payne, Jr. Loved by grandchildren, Brad, Tim, Greg, Dianna and Carolyn. Brother of Dora, Connie, Gladys and Ivy. Predeceased by brothers John and George and sister Lillian. Service held at Low & Low. Interment at Claremont Cemetery, Sunday, December 28th. 80TH BIRTHDAY Congratulations to Greta Hill of Parkview Village, Stouffville, on the occasion of her 80th birthday, Jan. 7. A party was held at the home of son John and family in Whitby. Others in attendance in- cluded her daughter Lorna Sheehy and family of Markham; sister Laura Tucker of Peterbor- ough and sister Hilda Bailey and her son Alan of Utica. Celebrating a birthday on the same day was Mrs. Hill's granddaughter Heath- er Sheehy. Residents favor private approach CLAREMONT — The majority of Claremont householders favor private re- placement wells as the solution to the ham- let's water contamination problems, the results of a Town of Pickering survey indi- cate. The survey data shows that 61 per cent of those who responded to a questionnaire would rather go the replacement route than support a communal water system. Out of 129 replies, 76 people favored a private solution while 48 prefer the com- munal approach. One respondent prefer- red both alternatives and four others said either was acceptable. A total of 63 per cent of Claremont house- holders responded to the survey, in which a simple majority of 51 per cent rules. Ward 3 Regional Councillor Norah Ston- er said the Town has "endorsed that com- munity response" and has forwarded the results to the Ministry of the Environment. When contacted by The Tribune Mon- day, Ministry spokesperson Ken Hogg admitted he wasn't aware a public water replacement preference had already been determined through a survey. "You know more about this than me," Mr Hogg said in a phone interview, adding that the Ministry was "somewhat taken by suprise" by this news. The next step, acording to Mr Hogg, will be a thorough examination of this survey information. A study by Simcoe Engineering of Pick- ering has indicated that a high percentage of Claremont wells are contaminated. Late Gordon Birkett Respected businessman The Stouffville area was sad- dened, last week, when word was received of the sudden passing of Gordon Birkett at Key West, Flor- ida where Mr and Mrs Birkett were staying for the winter. Mr Birkett collapsed and died from an apparent heart attack. He was 67. Gord Birkett was born at Claremont, Jan. 2, 1919, the son of Thomas and Lela Birkett. He re- ceived his formal education at Claremont Public School, Stouff- ville Continuation School and St. Andrew's College, Aurora. Before joining his father in the insurance business in Stouffville, he was employed with Norwich Union Insurance, Toronto. During World War II, he served as a wireless operator instructor in the Royal Canadian Air Force. When the war ended, he resumed his career in the insurance firm known as Thos. Birkett & Son. Fif- teen years ago, he sold the busi- ness to Bob Hassard but the fami- ly name has been retained. Gordon Birkett was known and respected over a wide area, parti- cularly by the farming commun- ity. He often made personal calls on his customers, caring for their insurance requirements. In recent years, Mr and Mrs Birkett divided their time be- tween their cottage on McCrae Beach at Pefferlaw and Key West, Florida. Gordon was an enthusiastic sportsman. He enjoyed baseball and followed closely the progress of teams in both the American and National Leagues. He also liked curling and held memberships at both Unionville and Rolling Hills, Bethesda. Claremont's 4 Seasons Country Club Jazz music was another form of recreation he enjoyed greatly. Over the years, he built up a large collection of tapes and records. Although not directly connected with Stouffville since the sale of their home on Church Street North, Mr Birkett never lost touch with his friends, people like Gar and `Beanie' Lehman and John Mathewson. He was also close friends of the late Elmer Daniels, Telf Rennie, Tim O'Neill, Bill Parsons, `Shine' Davis and Walt Holden. Besides his wife, the former Ruth Sisco, Mr Birkett is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Mary Birkett of New- market; a daughter and son-in- law, Margaret and David Gland - field of Peterborough; one grand- son, Gordon Birkett and two granddaughters, Katherine and Elizabeth Glandfield. F ami course a reall*ty CLAREMONT — Murray Carson has never played golf, but that didn't stop him from designing and building the area's newest and possibly most unique 18-hole course. A Canada Day weekend opening marked the culmination of five years of planning and work at Claremont's 4 Seasons Coun- try Club. The picturesque 4,500-yard course — lo- cated on Conc. 8, Pickering, just east of Brock Road — can be categorized some- where in between the executive and cham- pionship level. And Mr Carson feels there's a place in the competitive golf market for such a facility. "I like the competition," he admits proudly. "Let's put it this way, we're in last place and I don't intend to stay in last place... We'll rival them all." A spacious clubhouse will be in full op- eration next season, to be joined at a later date by racquet courts and other re- creational facilities. "We hope to have the highlight spot of Claremont," the builder says, "this is where the action is going to be." The idea to create the country club was born out of Mr Carson's realization that people are enjoying an increasing amount of leisure time. It began in 1980 as a family project on weekends and gradually developed over the last couple of years into an all - consuming passion. Mr Carson and his son Paul, now 15, did the bulk of the work with the help of some sub -contractors. Murray's wife, Sandra, and their daughter, Karen, also play an integral part in the golf operation. "Most of the people in the golf world didn't even known the course was being bf:ilt;" according to Mr Carson. "But the A golfer's paradise Karen Carson parks her golf cart at a spot overlooking the picturesque first hole at the 4 Seasons Country Club. Karen's family recently opened the facility following five years of planning and labor. The 80-acre property, south-east of Claremont, was home to another country club back in the 1950s. A unique amphitheatre remains from that earlier de- velopment. Karen, the daughter of Sandra and Murray Car- son, is reigning Queen of Claremont's Winter Carnival. word is getting around." A modest sort who says he doesn't have time to play the game, he prefers to let actual golfers be the judge of his new layout. One Claremont resident who has toured the 18 holes is Jim McKague, a veteran player familiar with many of the area's premier courses. "I think it's one of the most unusual and best short courses I've ever see," he says, adding that he was pleasantly surprised by 4 Season's "perfect" condition on opening day. "It's a shot -maker's golf course," Mr McKague says of the pay -as -you -play facility_ TINDALL, James Millen — At Uxbridge on Friday, June 12, 19117. James Tindall, (formerly of Clare- mont), beloved uncle of Evelyn (Mrs. F. Grant) of Mlss)ssauga and Lloyd Tindall of Manilla, Ontario. Fondly remembered by Lorne and his family and his other cousins and friends. Friends may call at the funeral home of Low & Low, Uxbridge, on Monday, June 15 from 2-9 p.Qt. Funeral service in the chapel at'1:30 on Tuesday. Interment Good- wood Cemetery. HOPKINS, EMn Joan (Nettie) — At Oshawa General Hospital, on Sunday May 3, 1997, In her Nth year. Beloved wife of the late William J. T. klopkins. Mother of William Mal�ricae and his wife Sandra of Seagrave. Sister of Russell, Ada and Myrtle. Predeceased by brother Maurice and sis- ters Edith, Kathleen and Muriel. The late Mrs. Nel- lie Hopkins will be resting at the Carson Funeral Home and Chapel, 79 Baldwin St. Brooklin from 2-e and 7-9 pm. Monday. Funeral service Tues- day May 5 at Burns Presbyterian Church, Ash- burn at 2.30 p.m. Interment Burns Presbyterian Cemetery. If desired, meqnorial donations to the Burns Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund would be appreciated by the family. J Late Ross Hill Dies at home Ross Hill, formerly of Claremont, passed away Oct. 11, 1986, at his home in Bloomfield, Ont. Mr. Hill was born Aug. 5, 1920, at Cappon, Alberta, the son of George and Blanche (Blackburn) Hill. He came to Ontario while still a young man. Surviving besides his wife, the former Margaret Wagg, are four daughters, Veola of Nepean; Joyce of R.R. 1, Milford; Faye of Belleville; Arlene of Pickering; Dorothy at home; four brothers, Lloyd of Ajax; Bruce of Cannington; Ivan in Regina, Saskatchewan; William of Sunderland; two sisters, Fern Bur- nett of Uxbridge; May of Gimli, Manitoba; and five grandchil- dren, Christina, Tara, Michael, Tanya and Erin. Service was conducted by Rev. Packman, Oct. 14, from the Whattham Funeral Home, Picton with interment Sophiasburg Cemetery. The pall -bearers were four nephews — Terry Bur- nett, Allan Hill, George Hill and Donald Hill; brothers-in-law Anton Assinck and Fred Woodland. aim urospie leaving uaremont ruaiac acnooi� Convenience prompts transfer�� CLAREMONT—Principal Jim Crosbie's leaving Claremont Pub- lic School to take up the same position at a school within walk- ing distance of his Oshawa home. In September, he'll occupy the principal's desk at Hillsdale Pub- lic School. Gail Elliott moves to Claremont from Oshawa's Ger- trude Colpus School. "It's going to be handier be- cause it's two blocks away from my home. It was just too good to overlook," M:. Crosbie said in an interview. "The school (Hillsdale) became available and I applied because of the convenience. "Like most people, we (princip- als) like to find a job site close to our place of residence," he added. "It's not a case of being unhappy here. I think my only reason for leaving was the location." The principal developed a high regard for Claremont's staff members, students and parents during his three ,years here. And he's proud of the reputation the school has earned for the way it thoroughly prepares students for secondary education. "You'd be hard-pressed to find a school that's as pleasant to work in (as Claremont P.S.)," Mr. Cros- bie said. "It seems to just have a more homier atmosphere to it." Amone other staff mnvPments Kahn Country Auctions opens at nmermg s14c Pickering mayor Jack Anderson (left) cuts a at Kahn Country Auctions is scheduled for today ribbon Saturday to officially open Henry and (Feb. 26) at 6:30 p.m. The Port Perry -area couple ock Road, formerly operated Herongate Country Auctions Gayle Kahn's new auction barn on Br five kilometres south of Brougham. The first sale at Whitevale. ---Chris Shanahan this year, Grade 8 teacher Doug Wherry is tentatively slated to join the staff at Frenchman's Bay School in south Pickering. Mr. Crosbie also praised Mr. Wherry, a fellow Oshawa resident who has been on staff at Claremont since 1976-77. "He'll be missed quite a bit. He made a major impression on the school,'' according to Mr. Crosbie. TAYZL , Gordan Wham — Entered into rest on Tuesday, December 2, 1986. Gordon William Taylor of Orillia (formerly of Gord's Marine, Claremont). Beloved husband of Thelma Slack. Loving father of Garry and Glenda (Mrs. Winterstein), both of Claremont. Loving grandfather of Scott, Jacob and Pamela Taylor, Luke and Laura Winterstein. Dear brother of Fern (Mrs. Alvin Redshaw) of Port Perry, Irene (Mrs. Ron Carnochan), June (Mrs. George Smith), both of Oshawa, Ivan of Cannington. Mr. Taylor will rest at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering, (Town of Ajax), after 2 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday, December S at 2 p.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. Claremont craftsman Woodcrafter Gord Brook of Claremont was one of the area's many commercial exhibitors at the 131st annual Markham Fair, Oct. 1-5. He displayed a wide selection of wooden merchandise, including this hand -painted duck decoy. ---Chris Shanahan Late Gord Taylor Ran marine business One of Claremont's best known and respected businessmen died earlier this month when unable to recover from his second major stroke in seven years. The chapel of Pickering's McEachnie Funeral Home was filled to overflowing Dec. 5 as friends and family members paid their last respects to Gord Taylor. Mr. Taylor, born on his grand - father's farm near Claremont, was quick to develop a keen in- terest for boats and the motors that powered them. He began selling Mercury out- boards in 1951 then went on to establish Gord's Marine Ltd., a retail operation that became a fix- ture on Brock Road North in Claremont for about 30 years. For a period of seven years, his son Garry helped out in the sale of boats, trailers and a variety of other equipment. Gord's Marine was sold in 1981 and is no longer in existence, but the Taylors still retain ownership of the store property. The building has been converted into four ren- tal apartments and is fronted by a hair salon, operated by Mr. Taylor's daughter, Glenda Win- terstein. For a time Gord Taylor also operated the service station at Claremont's Four Corners and sold cars there. A resident of Orillia the past 12 years, Mr. Taylor suffered his first stroke in September of 1979, recovered, then was stricken again last July. He was 67 at the time of his death. Rev. Cameron Watts of Claremont Baptist Church pres- ided at the funeral service. Inter- ment was at Claremont Union Cemetery. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, the former Thelma Slack of Goodwood; daughter Glenda Win- terstein, and a son, Garry Taylor, both of Claremont; and five grandchildren, Scott, Jake and Pamela Taylor, and Luke and Laura Winterstein. The deceased is also mourned by sisters Fern (Mrs. Alvin Red- shaw of Port Perry) and Irene (Mrs. Ron Carnochan, Oshawa), and by a brother, Ivan Taylor of Cannington. Well-known Claremont businessman Gord Taylor niea uec. z ai age 67, about six months after he suffered a serious stroke at his home in Orillia. Mr. Taylor, who for 30 years operated Gord's Marine Ltd. in the north Pickering hamlet, is pictured in a family photograph using a GB radio on his boat. 'three hundred friends honored Mrs. Alma Jones of R.R.1, Ashburn, Sunday afternoon at an 80th birthday `Open House' held in the Mt. Zion Community Centre. Present at the gathering was Jack Anderson, Mayor of Pickering. He pre- sented Mrs. Jones with an engraved plaque. Family members include sons Grant of Kinsale; Murray, R.R. 1, Ashburn; Ron of Brooklin; daughter Doreen Stickwood, Victoria Corners; grandchildren Sharyn, Morgan and Mary; Brian, Linda, Dale and David; Tami; Janice and Robert. Mrs. Jones also received plaques from Prime Minister Brian Mulroney; Premier David Peterson; M.P. Scott Fennell and M.P.P. George Ashe. ---Jim Thomas 'e, --Ax we 0 e W eCc �> �oE neCv W VAC b apt cc=3 0 � mcar.W4� Iwo Q; >� 3 c3&. =0S w4.G o ar, W9 00 � Aww d cc W +� ea C> y .� f F aG7Ew C 3 gyooa� 0 0� o es ��30 .:. CJ O Cd oox e U F G 'O 6� O +•.� iw GTr O O CE V i°. m a > = bCit c •� 6 4i C v CO W O W CE y > PC p., O CO L 6) M V a� o U � c o w =„ k W C) 0 u y w 0 b h Ca Cti �3 >>�" �2iG CC Ow+'�••,Q L+ Claremont beats the winter blahs with wide range of snow activities CLAREMONT — A recent in- flux of snow has helped boost the spirits of those gearing up for Claremont's annual Winter Car- nival, Jan. 28-Feb. 1. A list of family events is being, finalized by residents of the 620- strong community located in the northern limits of Pickering. The fun gets underway Wednes- day, Jan. 28, with a gala bingo hosted by the Lions and Lioness Clubs. An early -bird game begins at 7:30 p.m. in Claremont Com- munity Centre, Old Brock Road South, with play continuing until 11 P.M. On Thursday, Jan. 29, a morn- ing snow sculpture contest takes place at Claremont Public School. Then at 8:30 p.m. that evening, a 1987 Snow Queen will be crowned in a pageant set for the commun- ity centre. The public is welcome to watch as judges Gail Elliott, Dan Laffey and Cathy Lombard choose a suc- cessor to 1986 Queen Susie Pek- kinen. Carnival mascot Mr. CWC will lead a community torchlight pa- rade along Old Brock Rd. at 6:30 p.m. Friday, followed by a 7 p.m. opening ceremony at the skating rink in Claremont Community Park. A family skating party goes from 7:15 to 9 p.m. D.J. Joe Borland will supply music for a teen dance set to start Friday at 8 p.m. in the community centre. Saturday's busy agenda kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 8 to 9 : 30 a.m. at Claremont United Church, Old Brock Rd. North. The morning will also serve as the judging period for a community snow sculpture competition. The Claremont Mile foot race starts from Hoxton St. at 9:45 a.m., followed by a gala carnival parade at 10 a.m. (Any groups or individuals who haven't submit- ted an application, but still wish to enter the parade should contact, Peter Gillespie at 649-3336). Everyone's welcome to enjoy refreshments at Claremont Le- gion Hall immediately following the parade. Snow sculpture prizes —1st, $100 donated by Claremont Estates; 2nd, $50 supplied by Gil- lespie Real Estate; and 3rd, $25 courtesy Norton Home Improve- ments — will be presented at this time along with other awards. Carnival -goers move to the park Saturday afternoon for a variety of events, including chil- dren's games from 2 to 3 p.m. An annual oldtimers hockey game takes to the ice at 4 p.m. A Trappers Ball goes Saturday at 8 p. m. at Claremont's 4 Seasons Golf & Country Club. Tickets are $25 per couple and $13 single, with transportation provided by a shuttle bus. Cross-country skiers will gather Sunday, Feb. 1 at 1 p.m. in the United Church parking lot, then proceed to the Claremont Estates property. A ski reception is planned for the Masonic Lodge, Brock Road South, between 2:30 and 4 p.m. Family tobagganing will take place on Killer Hill also beginning at 1 p.m., while a youth versus 35 and over hockey match -up is set for the rink at 11 a.m. All these outdoor enthusiasts will be working up appetites for a bean dinner and hymn sing set for Claremont Baptist Church Sun- day between 5 and 7 p.m. Apart from the general goings- on, organizers are continuing to run a button -spotting contest. Youngsters under 12 years of age and senior citizens will receive a $5 cash prize if seen wearing a Mr. CWC button by a mystery spotter. There's also a raffle for a weekend for two at Sir Sams Inn in Haliburton, with the winner to be announced at the Trappers Ball. Tickets are $2 each or three for $5. For more winter carnival in- formation contact Lauri Towata- Roy at 649-2296. .r h.'f?%�i'fi."v;%:`}i�G:::Gcn?k;�r,:N.':.k'.vb`:�'w+"£.i.�h�..cl°` .. .. Mr. CWC ready for annual winter carnival Claremont Winter Carnival mascot Mr. CWC and his promotional button -spotting contest, as was 12-year- pal Joey Hill, 4, can't wait until the big event begins on old Katie Simmonds of Claremont. They each received Jan. 28. Joey was a recent winner of the carnival's a $5 cash prize. -- Chris Shanahan Beverley Morgan Landslide win in byelection PICKERING — Beverley Mor- Claremont in a byelection tenders, Enrico Pistritto and Lee gan, mother of two, is the new Re- Monday. Jenkins were well back with 340 gional Councillor, (Ward 3), in the Mrs. Morgan succeeds Norah and 57 votes respectively. Town of Pickering. Stoner now the MPP for Durham The Brock Road -Finch Avenue West. Out of 11,053 eligible voters, resident easily defeated her Mrs. Morgan received 905 votes only 1,934 exercised their franch- closest rival. Rick Johnson of to 632 for Johnson. Two other con- ise for a turnout of 17.5 per cent. Claremont Guides honored Two members of the 1st Claremont Guide Company were presented with all-round cords Feb. 5. In photo at right, acting commissioner Mailis Beazley (centre) congratulates cord reci- pients Marla Finn (left) and Jenni Redshaw. Pictured below are nine recently enrolled Guides. Front row (from left): Laura Win- terstein, Karen Hoover, Leanne Lehman and Michelle Norton. Back row: Janine Bates, Nicole Redshaw, Lindsay Graham, Caroline Barber and Darcy Kip- ping. �. A vacant farmhouse on the federally -owned Pickering airport property is believed to be the possible site of future explosives testing by a special RCMP tactics unit. However, both police and Public Works Canada, which controls the property, deny that anything has been finalized. ---Chris Shanahan Fightin the face of danger Exemplary service medals honor fire veterans By KEVIN HANN time, we got called to deliver a PICKERING - Twelve men baby at a home on Spruce Hill - were honored Wednesday night. Road. I just got there, bent over. Men whose every goodybye to a and the baby landed in my arms. smiling wife or adoring child so I put it on the mother's stomach could have been his last. Men and we carried them to a stret- who've willingly risked their lives cher." to save others for more than 20 Captain Charlie Smith has ex - years. Heroes to all but perienced moments of glory, themselves. tremendous laughter and sheer On Aug. 29, 1985, Her Majesty frustration since he joined Picker - the Queen signed Letters Patent ing Fire Department as a creating the Fire Services Ex- volunteer in 1963. "Christmas Eve emplary Service Medal, awarded about 15 years ago was about the to full-time and volunteer worst night of my life. There was firefighters who've contributed 20 an accident on Liverpool Road tat years or more of dedicated work Highway 401), and a little baby to their respective communities. was injured. I carried the little In Pickering, 12 men who've made baby, it was so small its head was firefighting a way of life were the size of a half -dollar, and ran x presented with these medals in a with her to the ambulance. They ceremony at Don Beer Arena. said there was no more room, and "I wonder if we can appreciate, I told them there was. I sat with that despite often dramatic and the baby on the floor of the am - widely publicized circumstances bulance. She died, though. The �gV - under which firefighters perform, . worst was the fire at 1210 Radom .' that their profession, more than St., in which two people died." W most, is punctuated by moments And, then there was the time he.t of stark terror," Pickering mayor fell off a ladder four days before Jack Anderson told the gathering Christmas, and his wife heard all of firefighters and their families. the action on a scanner at home. "We have all watched with awe, a An embarrassing incident: spectacular fire, without thinking "When I was a part-timer, one of deeply about the people whose du- the boys told me to take a truck to Unsung heroes tv it is to fight the blaze. a fire. I made a left turn _ "The men being --honored are somewhere, instead of a right. men who have families," he add- and 1 got lost. I ended up driving Eleven of 12 men honored with exemplary service medals this week. Back row. left to right. ed. "They are our neighbors, and all over Pickering looking for the dispatcher Erick Andersen. captain Charlie Smith. chief Steve Stewart. captain Will Peddie yet they never fail to respond fire. Not realizing there was a and firefighter Harry Bodenweber. Middle row. dispatcher Don Smith. captain John Evans. when called to duty and exposure• radio in the truck, I stopped at a district chief Dick Ward and captain Blair Evans. In front. captains Jack Drinkwater and Ron to constant danger." pay phone and called back for Morgan. Captain Ron Morgan, head of directions. When I got back, I ask photo by Kevin Hann Pickering fire prevention, was on- ed for my dime. To this day, the ly 15 years old when he joined the town of Pickering still owes me 10 volunteer ranks of the depart- cents." A captain since 1980, after a job -related injury been associated. For many years, when barns, which burn like ment. "At that time, we didn't get Smith lists graduating from the prevented him from further he was responsible for running timber boxes, were saved from a cent, but now I believe part- Ontario Fire College as a major firefighting duty. "I got into this Eastwoodlands Community Cen- total ruin. "When they started 1 timers get about $16 an hour. career highlight. profession for the excitement, I tre. A member of the Royal Cana-. taking on full-timers, I was get - Techniques and training have Not a highlight for 29-year ser- guess. I won't tell you it was for dian Legion Branch in Bay ting pretty old," says the 32-year really improved, through vice veteran Erick Andersen was the conscience, to serve the peo- Ridges, he was involved with St. veteran, whose son, Ron, is now a perseverance by a lot of good peo- a move to the dispatch offices, due ple, but for the excitement. The John Ambulance for a long full-time firefighter with the town. ple who weren't afraid to try new to health problems. "I was work- most spectacular fire was along stretch. And, in 1973, the town of "The guys down here in the south techniques, and the Fire Mar- ing at Crooks Sunoco at Fairport Bayly Street at the lumber yard. Pickering presented Evans with end of town are always very good shal's office." Among his most Road and Highway 2, and a guy It was massive, and we didn't an award for outstanding com- to us, too." memorable incidents is the blaze that used to come to the station, have enough men or equipment at munity work. He's served three His career didn't start here, but at Colonial Homes on Bayly Bill Shields, was able to get me on the time. Camaraderie among the years as a volunteer and 20 full- Chief Steve Stewart arrived at a Street, and fires at Dunbarton the department (as a volunteer). men is what I've enjoyed most, time. A career highlight was time of transition, as the depart - United Church and the Jesuit My first day on the job, there were because they're a great bunch. graduating from the Ontario Fire ment was maturing to new heights Retreat on Valley Farm Road. His three calls to a home on Spruce The older fellas, including myself, College. on the heels of work by former 34 years of firefighting has made Hill Road. On the third call, my have grown up together, and seen Captain Blair Evans has served chief Don Lynde. He started a family members proud, a feeling very first call, it burned to the each others' families grow. That's Claremont as a volunteer and career in firefighting with the ar- they conveyed to him again on ground." Andersen achieved the really something." .part-time firefighter for 30 years, my overseas, and began with the Wednesday night. "They're the rank of captain, and before taking Firefighter Harry Bodenweber like his father before him served big city department in Hamilton. best bunch of guys you'll ever up post in dispatch, received "a is known to many people as the Gravenhurst for three decades. He turned in four years of staff in - meet," he says of fellow few" commendations for effort Fireworks Man. For the last six Even though opportunity has struction at the Ontario Fire Col - firefighters. "They'll do anything above and beyond the call of duty. years, he's been the man responsi- knocked offering full-time lege, before assuming a position for ya. Anything." "We had an accident at Highway 2 ble for the light show over Picker- employment with the department, with Vaughan Fire Department. Indeed. For it was not too many and Rosebank Road. There was a ing skies during Canada Day he's never accepted. "I was work- Three years ago, he arrived in years ago when 22-year veteran woman trapped in the car, and celebrations by the lakefront. ing at General Motors when I Pickering, -and introduced the Captain Jack Drinkwater helped gas was spitting out all over the Almost every full-time firefighter started as a volunteer, and later three -digit truck numbering to virtually bring a dead person place. I was cutting the door off, on Pickering department has started up my own business, system. "As a firefighter, it's the back to life. "There have been and Charlie (Smith) was in the .the served part-time or volunteer du- which I decided to stick with. satisfaction of really doing a good fires and accidents, but what I feel car, covering the woman with an ty, as Bodenweber did from 1%3 When I first started, there weren't job when your services are re - best about was an incident involv- . asbestos blanket. Tommy Serroul to 1970. As a full-timer, he first many calls up here, but in the last quired that makes you feel good," ing a young boy named Paul was on the far side with a hose. served out of the old Quonset Hut 10 to 15 years, there have been he says. "The Miller fire (in north Dobbs. He had been in a pool for Well, the car burst into flames, on Highway 2, which recently was plenty. The truck used to sit in the Pickering that caused more than about half an hour before but we didn't move an inch. We destroyed by fire. He's completed station for a month at a time $1 million damage) was probably somebody found his body. His were able to save her life. I didn't numerous department courses, without moving, but it doesn't the most frustrating evening and parents were running up and think it was a big deal, because it related to driver training and ex- anymore. The worst incidents afternoon of my life, because we down the street looking for him, was our job. Now, I miss the ex- amination, fireworks supervisor Were fires that claimed the lives wanted so badly to save the home. !!!_ „a —,., , r,. . a hi— r- A t t r pnlig V. Wra _ _ _-, of children_ of families we -knew. You have to feel for the guys Claremont rider aims for '88 OlympiCs'� By KELLY CONNELLY Sports Editor When Claremont equestrienne Kelly Plitz walked into her stable last September, the last thing on her mind was an unsound horse. Plitz was thinking about the 1987 Pan American Games, the 1988 Olympics, and possibly the 1990 World Championships. However, that particular Septem- her day she was greeted with a rude awakening. Her 13-year-old mare and Olym- pic companion — 'Dialadream' — had acquired a mysterious limp. "I figured she had slipped in her stall," recalls Plitz who placed 25th with the horse at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, Calif. "It was sickening that the acci- dent happened just before a com- petition, but I felt she wasn't in any great pain to stand up and get better." So `Dialadream' took an extended vacation to heal a pulled ligament, and Plitz missed the Chesterland International 3-Day Event in Penn- sylvania. However, the new year has been much kinder to both athlete and horse. `Dialadream' is in top form once again, and Claremont's 28-year-old rider has just returned from a two - month trip to Australia. She's now preparing for an event in Lexing- ton, Kentucky, this May. Plitz admits she's developed a more cautious regard for her anim- als. `Dialadream' won't be around forever. Two three-day events a season is about all the aging horse can take. She presently rides three horses a day including two young prospects — Kiosk and Atomboy. She also in- structs youngsters at her Dream - crest Stables. "This is one of a few sports where you have to depend on something other than your own body. There's so much training involved, and you must deal with the personality of the horse," explains the ambitious competitor. If something happens to the anim- al, the rider just can't buy a new one and expect immediate results. It takes years to build a "mutual trust" between the two. It also takes countless events to build a reputation as a fine rider in the three disciplines — dressage, stadium -jumping and cross- country. Plitz is considered young by equestrian standards. Most rid- ers don't reach their peak till their late thirties. Still, she hopes to crack the top 10 in world ranking someday. "A lot of years go into training a horse before you even know if she's going anywhere," notes Plitz. "With `Dialadream', she's like put- ting on an old glove. We're so close." For now, doing well in interna- tional competitions is crucial if she wants to make the '88 Olympic team. The more qualifying points a rider accumulates, the better. And yet, those events aren't always easy to reach. Plitz says the Canadian team has opted to send one individual — Quebec rider Philippe Desourdy — instead of a team to the spring World Championships in Australia. As well, Canada may abort a com- petition in England next September because of an alleged equine - disease scare. However, Ontario qualifiers, the Kentucky event, and a midsummer trip to Germany for the World Championships should keep her busy. Plitz' business partner and rider, Ian Roberts, will also com- pete in the Pan American Games on `Tambourine Man'. Former Claremont bank teller once stalled robbers until police arrived By BRUCE STAPLEY When Mildred Spang first joined staff at Claremont's Cana- dian Imperial Bank of Commerce in 1944, tellers worked in cages, accounts were kept in ledger books and drafts were hand deli- vered daily before opening each morning. The personable teller, who re- tired last August after a career that saw her become a fixture in the community, claims to have been somewhat resistant to change. "I sometimes wished things could have gone on the same," she says. "When computers came to the bank, I thought it would be the death of me. I knew I'd have to adjust, that the machines would win out. Of course, once I got used to them, I knew I'd never go back to the old system." Left a void Long time members of the bank expressed the same sentiment when Mrs. Spang decided it was time to put her feet up and relax after looking after the bank, her family and her home for so many years. Her absence has left avoid, according to people who looked forward to being served by her. But as much as she came to appreciate the rapport with town- sfolk, Mrs. Spang felt it was time to call it a day. "It's time someone waits on me, I guess," she says. "I don't miss the work. It was pretty hec- tic in there. But I do miss the people." Mrs. Spang was born in Brougham 61 years ago and lived there until airport officials ex- propriated much of the land in the early 1970s. She's since come to identify with the little town and still regrets the effects of the gov- ernment's actions with regard to the take over of the area. Community is gone "It was so unfortunate," she re- calls. "The issue turned neigh- bour against neighbour. The com- munity is gone." She and her husband Harry eventually set up residence in Claremont after a short stay in Uxbridge. Harry, who is also re- tired, worked for years with the Scarborough, then Markham Boards of Educations in a mainte- nance capacity. The Spangs have a daughter, Margaret, who lives north of Uxbridge. Mrs. Spang insisted she would have been free to accept a trans- fer to another bank had she been so inclined, but the combination of her attachment to the area, plus the care and attention required by her parents and ailing sister caused her to stay all those years. Bank held up And while she claims to have been fortunate to deal with so many pleasant bank members, she still recalls a day ip_ the early 1980's when the bank was held up by robbers. "I thought something was up when I saw these three fellows come in," she recalls. "They looked rough, tough and nasty.I saw them start to write something down on a piece of paper. And when I saw the first words were: This is..., I pressed the button and started stalling. I managed to make two trips to the vault while they were getting up the courage to make their move, taking money from my cash drawer each time." The bandits finally stumbled through the stick-up, she claims, but she still thinks to this day their gun was a toy. But when she saw one of the thugs holding a.knife to a bank employee, she realized they were serious. Annoyed "I was more annoyed than any- thing else," she says. "The money was never recovered." She recalls in the early days she was the bank's only employee other than the manager. But as years passed by, additional staff were added, although it never had as big a staff as the larger town banks. "I saw a lot of managers come and go," she says. "Some were better than others." She recalls several of the mana- gers were surprised to find a small town branch could have such a constant hectic pace. She remembers when in the early Services missed Employees and patrons of Claremont's Canadian dred Spang announced her decision to retire and `put Imperial Bank of Commerce were sorry the day Mil- her feet up' after many years of faithful service. ---Jim Thomas days as a teller, she would take deposits in the teller's cage, then have to run around to the other side of the counter and write up their bankbook. And all that effort for $50 a month. Worked elsewhere Mrs: Spang did manage to ex- perience another career oppor- tunity between years spent at the bank. In 1950, after a three year sabatical to look after her baby daughter, Mrs. Spang went to work in the Township of Pickering Town Office in Brougham for seven years. In 1961, she returned to the bank, where she remained until her retirement. Her service was acknowledged by the bank's head office with the gift of a pin with a four point diamond, and a watch she treasures. The local branch also sent her off in style with a party at Cullen Gardens and a Marc Barrie print. As to what the future now holds, Mrs. Spang says: "I guess I'm just a homebody." An extended trip to the British Isles is on the planning board for next summer. "I still go into the bank once a week," she continues. "Just to see what's new and different." Late Charles Redshaw His life-long goal was serving others CLAREMONT — The Clare- well known to the farming com- mont community lost a well- munity since his work involved known and highly respected resi- repairs to tractors a n d dent June 10 in the passing of implements. Charles Redshaw in St. Michael's For nine years, he was a custo- Hospital, Toronto. dian at Claremont Public School. Mr. Redshaw had been in ill He was `Mr. Redshaw' to all the health close to nine years. He suf- children as well as members of fered from emphysema, a condi- staff. tion worsened by pneumonia. In `Charlie', as he was known to a later years he was bothered by wide circle of friends, was a arthritis and forced to move familiar figure at the local park. about on crutches. He enjoyed softball and hockey. Mr. Redshaw was a patient As a young man, he played a lot first at Ajax -Pickering Hospital, of football. then in St. Michael's where he - died. His presence was missed at the Sesquicentennial celebrations, June 11 and 12. Born in Uxbridge Twp., the son of Robert and Minnie (DeRusha ) Redshaw, he left school at an ear- ly age to help his father on the farm. Later, he worked at the ammunition plant in Ajax. After moving to Claremont, he was an employee on the staff of Chas. Cooper Ltd. He became Mr. Redshaw was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. Besides his wife, the former Irene Lynn, he's survived by three sons, Ken of Claremont; Brian in Stouffville and Fred of Alliston; one daughter Marie (Mrs. Ron Hedges) of Claremont and four grandchildren. A sister Rowena ( Mrs. Jack Lehman) resides in Claremont. He was predeceased by a brother Ross and a sister Vyla ( Mrs. Talbert Evans) . Married in Claremont United Church Mr. and Mrs. Clarke Canning are pictured here following their wedding Aug. 15 in Claremont United Church. The bride is the former Kelly Evans, daughter of Glen and Isabel Evans of Claremont. The groom is the son of Lloyd Can- ning and the late Helen Canning of Gormley. The reception followed at the Four Seasons Country Club, Claremont. Kelly and Clarke are now re- siding on the Vivian Road in Whitchurch- Stouffville. ---Photo courtesy Chuck Shumilak, Pickering Mr. CWC enjoys his shadow This groundhog saw his shadow early and came out for a second look. The object of his affection is pretty 15-year-old Christina Cece, Queen of Claremont's Winter Carnival and upcoming Sesquicenten- nial. Mr. CWC is the community's mascot. Carnival events begin Jan. 27 and continue through Jan. 31. ---Jim Thomas Accident victim is coping well ByKAREN BROOKS EARLEY Claremont's Jeff Card has certainly shown that it's what you have that counts. And Jeff, a quiet 13-year-old, has a lot including determina- tion, a strong spirit and a loving, supportive family. It was four years ago, when Jeff was 9, that a tragic accideni occurred in which he lost part of both of his legs. Riding on a farm tractor with his grandfather used to cut the front lawn of the Claremont -area farm, Jeff was thrown from the vehicle and under the blades. "I knew something was wrong," says Jeff, realizing his in- juries were serious even before his father, Rick, broke the news to him. "But once they're gone, they're gone. You can't go back. I've just had to try harder.' Jeff had been rushed to the Toronto Hospital for Sick Children by the new air ambulance in the area on that tragic May 17, 1983. "He wouldn't have been alive today if they hadn't," says Rick Card, noting the air ambulance happened to hear the call and know the location. . The family, parents Rick and Patti, and brother, Chris, now 7, was shocked themselves when they learned the severity of Jeff's injuries. Although the doctors tried to save one of Jeff's legs in about five hours of surgery, both legs were lost — one below the knee and one above. "I went numb," Mr. Card says, noting his biggest fear was `Who would tell Jeff?' In the end, Mr. Card did. "He just stared at the ceiling and I told him it's okay, you're alive," he recalls. "We'll work it out together. You're not alone. I think that helped pull him through. He was depressed for about a week and then just turned right around. "The way he's coped is ad- mirable. You can't help but love him." It was a long road back for Jeff after that -- one that really never ends. After about four months in the hospital, he went on to what is now called the Hugh McMillan Centre and eventually was able to come home on weekends. The first weekend wasn't the homecoming the family, (who have lived in Claremont for six years), had planned. Mr. Card, a carpet installer and salesman, says that on the first weekend, they were unable to bring Jeff to their Brock Road 1 t since there had home m C aremon been no time to renovate the home for wheelchair access. That feat was eventually ac- complished, through much help from business associates and friends. It was a year later that Jeff finally got his artificial limbs. With help at the centre, Jeff learned to walk again with the limbs, going from a walker to a cane to finally without any support at all. "It's been a lot of hard work, but it keeps you really busy," says Jeff. Twice each year the limbs must be replaced and they have broken at times as well. And Jeff has had to go in for corrective surgery at various times, one of which is in the near future. Through the ordeal, not only has Jeff's family, including his step -brother, Tim, 21, stood by him, but so have the War Amputa- tions of Canada. Since the Ontario Health In- surance Plan FOHIP) only covers 75 per cent of the cost of the limbs, War Amps makes up the rest, and helps with the purchase of recrea tional limbs. As well as the preventative programs such as Playsafe, and Safety Walk, War Amps also is a great support system. And when Jeff was still waiting for his new limbs, a young CHAMP ( Child Amputee Program of the War Amps) girl showed him the limbs and told him what to expect. The family has become very involved in the organization, with Mrs. Card organizing a Safety Walk last Saturday in Claremont, and with Jeff now a junior counsellor. "It's unbelievable all the things they do," says Mrs. Card, who recently opened Patti -Lynn Interiors in Claremont. "They're so much help. Every place you're going, they've been there." Since he has been back home, Jeff has found that things have returned to normal for he and his friends. Although they were initially "overprotective", they very quick- ly were telling him to "get things for himself". He says that the work of Terry Fox, Steve Fonyo and Rick Hansen has aided in public awareness of the potential of everybody. It was only just over 40 years ago that `can't' was a regular word those with a disablity would hear whether born without limbs, losing them in accidents or in life-saving THE CARD FAMILY has become even more close-knit than ever in the years following a tragic accident. Jeff, right, lost parts of both of his legs four years ago after falling off and under a farm vehicle. but strength and determination kept him going. He stands with his father. Rick, mother, Patti, and younger brother. Chris. surgery. His disability has not kept Jeff down. He has, even though he has missed a great deal of his school- ing, reached Grade 7 at Claremont Public School. He is taking guitar lessons, goes fishing and camping and is active in athletics, playing golf, swimming and entering field events. In his first year of competi- tion, he took five firsts in field events at the regional games for the physically disabled, excelling in discus and shotput. Jeff says the best advice he's heard is that it's what's left that counts, coming from members of the War Amps. And for others like himself, Jeff says he wants to make things even better in the future — shooting right now to become a prosthestic engineer. "Jeff's a very special kid," Stories and photo by Karen Brooks Earley says Mr. Card. "This has been very traumatic, and every member of this family has had to pull together. In some cases, the family is torn apart. We were already close, but now we're even closer together." An active participant in sports STOUFFVILLE — The late Joseph Rose was an enthusiastic sportsman. When he reached an age when he couldn't actively par- ticipate in various games, he en- joyed the role of a spectator. He seldom missed the Leafs on tele- vision. He liked the Blue Jays too. Mr. Rose died suddenly, Feb. 28. He suffered a heart attack in his Church Street North home and although assistance was immedi- ate, he failed to respond. He was 74. Mr. Rose was born in Montreal, the son of David and Rose Anna Rose. He lived in Toronto and Scarborough for a time, also Claremont, before moving to Church Street North two years ago. Mr. Rose was an accountant by profession. He was employed with the Great Lakes Division of the C.N.R., a position he held with trust and integrity. A retirement party in his honor was held nine years ago. While at Claremont, Mr. Rose enjoyed activities associated with the Royal Canadian Legion. He was an honorary member. He assisted in other areas also including the Community Park refrehment booth and at Claremont Public School. He was a member of both the Claremont and Stouffville Lawn Bowling Clubs. In earlier years, he served as both a hockey coach and man- ager. He was also an excellent tap and ballroom dancer, performing on stage on many occasions. Regardless of where he lived, Mr. Rose soon gained a close cir- cle of friends. He had a keen sense of humor. The heart attack occurred with- out warning. Despite its sudde- ness, response by ambulance operators and firefighters was "marvellous", Mrs. Rose said. Dr. Patterson, a neighbor down the street, also responded on his own accord, a gesture that was much appreciated. Besides his wife, the former Jean Taylor, Mr. Rose is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Sandy Rose; and three grandchildren, twins Shannon and Stephanie, and Ricky. Rev. Wayne Reed of Stouffville United Church conducted the ser- vice, March 2 from the O'Neill Funeral Home with interment Highland Memory Gardens. It was a `golden day' Couple honored by family -friends March 30 was a `golden day' for Jim and Jean White, Mill Street, Stouffville---their 50th wedding anniversary. Mr and Mrs White were honored at an 'open house' in the Silver Jubilee Club. A large number of family friends and re- latives attended including two sons, Frank of Stouffville and Ken of Port Perry; one daughter, Nor- ma, (Mrs Brad Gilbert) of Sunder- land; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. ---Jim Thomas New Year's baby first for couple Congratulations! Claremont's first New Year's baby was Jillian Alyse Cooper. Jillian was born at Oshawa General Hospital at 6:30 p.m. on New Year's Day and weighed in a 5 lb. 10 ozs. The proud first-time parents are Karen and Brian Cooper of Lane Street in Claremont. On Jan. 20 Jillian's grand- mother Norma Cooper will arrive from Oldham, England for a 10 day visit. Grandpa Harry will be staying in England waiting anxiously for the first photos. Welcome Jillian, and we wish you a long and happy life ahead. lady will demonstrate scarves, belt tying and shawls. Late Cora Davis Family reunion brought her joy Less than a month following a celebration marking her 90th birth- day, Mrs. Cora Davis passed away in Parkview Home, Stouffville. On Dec.19, family relatives, some from a distance, honored Mrs. Davis at a gathering in Parkview's Friendship Room. She knew many of the people present and could call them by name. On Jan. 15, Mrs. Davis passed away. She'd been a resident at Parkview 6 i%z years. Cora Mantle was born at Altona, Dec. 22,1897, daughter of Abram I and Charity Mantle. She attended Altona Public School. On April 4, 1917, she married Frederick Redshaw and took up t residence at Balsam. Later, they lived at Glen Major, then on the ! 6th Concession of Uxbridge and the 9th Concession, west of Claremont. In 1943, they moved into Claremont Village. Mr. Red- i Shaw died July 28, 1953. On April 21,1956, Mrs. Redshaw married Walter Davis, living for a time at Altona and then moving to Park Drive North, Stouffville. It was six years ago last September they took up residence at Park - view. Mr. Davis died Nov. 29, 1983. Cora Davis was an active participant in all areas of Claremont community life, particularly the United Church where she sang in the choir and took an interest in the work of the Women's Associa- tion. In earlier years, she played on the Glen Major ladies softball team, a club that once participated in a tournament at the C.N.E. Mrs. Davis was proud of her family —five daughters, Alma (Mrs David Coates), Oshawa; Phyllis (Mrs Vernon Ellicott), Port Perry: Lillian (Mrs. Lloyd MacGregor), Claremont; Marion (Mrs. Allan Taylor), Oshawa and Joyce (Mrs. Mel Norrish), Uxbridge. She was predeceased by two sons, Harold and Percy Redshaw, three brothers, Freeman, Percy and Elmer and four sisters, Gertie, Bes- sie, Annie and Gladys. A brother Cecil lives in Florida. There are 23 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren and four great -great grandchildren. Rev. Louise Barrie of Claremont United Church conducted the service, Jan. 18 from the McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering, with interment Claremont Union Cemetery. j Six grandsons served as pall -bearers — Jim Redshaw, Bill Red- ." shaw, Jack Coates, Kevin MacGregor, Lyle Taylor and Brian Nor- risk. Stroke victim's battle inspires medical video BRUCE STAPLEY Correspondent A few years back, a Toronto newspaper did a feature article on Dan Ridley's transition from being a Bobby in England to his becoming involved in the compu- ter business in Canada. Little did the Claremont resi- dent know that the next time he would be featured in the media, it would be a tribute to a remark- able recovery from an affliction that almost killed him. A severe stroke, the result of taking an across -the -counter hay fever tablet, left him without any feeling in his right side and unable to talk in 1984. Four years later, an insurance company has contracted a film- maker to produce a video about Ridley's fight back to normalcy, to be shown to people in hospitals and wheelchairs for inspirational purposes. Ridley, 42, has bucked all the odds. The immobilizing fear is but a memory now, and he's deter- mined to recover even more use of his right arm and leg. But he'll never forget the series of events as they unfolded on March 18, 1984. "I started to experience tremendous headaches that after- noon," he recalls. "We drove down to the Ajax hospital, and it was while I was lying on a bed being examined that the stroke occurred. I couldn't feel my right side. I was frightened." What followed was a chaotic blur. "They knew it was a stroke. They mentioned something about a helicopter to Sunnybrook Hos- pital. I thought I was dying," he said. people were yelling and th noise was frightening. His was overwhelming. "The first day," he cl "they told Marilyn (his wife) going to die. My mother, who had just visited us from England, was told to catch the first flight over here, that I wasn't going to last the week." His mother, who had just re- tired, stayed nine 9 months, and was a great source of encourage- ment for her son as he worked his way back. Marilyn would come to the hos- pital and sit with him every day for the entire six-month period he was hospitalized. The Ridley's neighbors re- sponded in a fashion characteris- tic of people in small rural com- munities. "The people in Claremont were just great. They bent over back- wards to help look after our two chilren." In fact, neighbors proved to be of even greater assistance than many of the Ridleys' friends: "In many cases, our friends really didn't know what to do," he noted. The initial stages of recovery were painfully slow, Ridley re- calls. He remembers taking his wheelchair to the lawn bowling green in Claremont at the en- couragement of his mother, who had joined the local club. "There were a lot of old folks there," says Ridley. "They knew about strokes and were very sym- pathetic. I would practice talking to them. It was very difficult at first." His wife then signed him up for volunteer telephone duty at the school where his children The helicopter was delayed, attended, an exercise he found ex - and all Ridley remembers is that cruciatingly painful at first. at the "I can't tell you how frustrating panic it was for a fellow like me, who had always been such a talker, to aims, have so much trouble talking," he I was said. He convinced the financial in- stitution he had been with before the stroke to take him back on. "I told the boss I was okay, but I knew I still had a problem. And I had to be on the phone a lot," Rid- ley recalled. He had a special gadget instal- led in his car to enable him to drive with his left leg. He ac- quired his real estate licence, de- spite his company's expectation that he wouldn't be capable of handling the course so soon after the stroke. "I wanted to prove to them I could pass it. I got over 90 per cent," he noted. Such was his success in real estate that he would write the largest commercial deal the com- pany had ever experienced. And all the while he was overcoming the speech difficulties that had terrified him at first. Meanwhile, he was gaining more use of his right arm and leg. He is now capable of walking, almost normally, although he has very little feeling in his right leg. He exercises the affected arm and leg, and while he sometimes becomes frustrated with the lack of total recovery, he realizes the strides he has made. "When I haven't seen someone for awhile, they notice the im- provement. But I guess I can't see it as clearly," he says. "I've had a good attitude towards the whole thing. I just told myself that I had to go on, and be positive. I'm young and I`ve got a family. I've got commitments, and bills to pay " - Show off to good start The Lions -sponsored Claremont Christmas Show was certain of success, Sunday, when five -year -old Karen Cummings delivered the opening recitation. Pretty Karen also entertained the audience with a piano solo. For additional photos of this annual event see Community Focus Page C-3. ---Jim Thomas Torch runners On Feb. 1 an Olympic Torch ceremony involving the Catch the Spirit celebration were torch runners Claremont and Goodwood Public School students (from left) Danny Saxon, 12, Kathy Todd, 12 and was held at -Claremont school. Three participants in Principal Gail Elliott. --Jim Thomas Teaching role a family affair By JIM THOMAS CLAREMONT— Mary McMul- len comes by her profession hon- estly. Three sisters were or are school teachers — Ivy, Jean, and Joyce. Their mother was a teacher also. "It was my goal since a young child," says Mary, in charge of a Grade 2 and 3 class at Claremont Public School. She's our `Featured Teacher of the Week'. Born and raised in the area, Mary (Schneider) received her elementary education at Cedar Creek, and later Claremont Con- tinuation School and Pickering High. Her first schools were in Mar- kham, (James Robinson and Franklin). When sons Ron and Gary arrived, she retired for a time. However, she kept her fin- ger on the pulse of the profession through a supply teaching role. She returned to the classroom full-time at Claremont and has been there ever since. Mary talks affectionately about her "lovely children". At the same time, she shows concern over what she describes as a lack of respect by some pupils for their peers, their teachers and prop- erty. "I find this disturbing," she says. However, she explains, chil- dren's basic requirements re- main the same. "They need to be loved and listened to," she notes. Discipline, she says, poses no problem. "When they know the rules, they respond much better," she claims. Mary's room is a thing of beau- ty with completed assignments visible everywhere. Included is a `Good Work' board where excep- tional projects are posted. The Claremont School is deeply involved in the community's Ses- quicentennial. "My pupils are really excited," Mary says. Mary appreciates the support of parents. She's on a first -name basis with most. A lover of nature, Mary enjoys nothing more than long walks in the woods. Environmental Stu- dies is a favorite subject. She hopes to enroll in a York Universi- ty -sponsored environmental course this summer. Mary puts in long days, usually arriving at 8 a.m. and staying un- til five. Often, she works through her lunch hour. "I leave when I'm ready for the next day," she explains. "Some- times, it's hard to know where to draw the line. Teaching can take up your whole life." Mary says her work ethic is no different than others on staff. "All teachers here go that extra mile," she points out. Mary's dedication is obvious by her record of attendance. "I sel- dom miss more than a couple of days a year," she says. One day, when roads were extremely icy, she walked from home to school, a distance of several miles. Although Mary doesn't believe in mixing school and family life, she feels fortunate husband Stan is also a teacher, (Technical Director at Uxbridge High). "It's nice to have someone who under- stands," she admits. Stan and Mary are members in the congregation of Claremont Baptist Church. Mary plays the organ there and has assisted in the Sunday School. Any thoughts of retirement? she was asked. "I teach by the year," Mary re- plies, "as long as I enjoy what I'm doing, I'll stay." Appreciative parents un- doubtedly hope her `stay' lasts forever. T2 a �nro v'�g,Z�v rz3na<>.�nod��oo' 9Ramy�no�o 3Z= om3�; j; o tn�no�o 0' j mn � a3•N An=z1 y7 f`o D�3m�?o� co _ o' er o'aag.a coop<�= m bO"c r �c D3c ga�.o'S,<D v n1Dc�n<�n ��'mec� Roncr - no�Nm x o'3o2 a,=< c�<nn. !Z3`<og§aw21 € om;n m-oDam< 9i.��ppD'pp�yA� _ p' -6 sma, C M N J SOW m��Ys,� D�on�c) mo�3N'cnnm �nw nm �O7�NA m =ad V�3<DQ 050'200^3 NOT - a gam ��N p CCN� c TR- m 3� • C O7 s o i '33s� Hv I fD < 22 O, 3' a By BRUCE STAPLEY At the age of 31, Steve Payne finds himself feeling more com- fortable every day with the direc- tion his career interests have taken him. An infinitely creative indi- vidualist, cut somewhat along the lines of recently departed library chief George Schlukbier, Steve is a great believer in people dis- covering their potential, and making the most of it. The local resident, who free- lances and directs film, television and theatre productions, has cap- tured the imaginations of the 60 or 5o children who comprise his `Lit- tle League Theatre'. The group recently entertained Parkview Village residents with their tri- bute to Stouffville recycling pioneer Beanie Lehman, a pro- duction entitled Rip Van Beanie. The show will be put on at local schools in the near future, and is to be performed at the Leacock Centre in Keswick in June. Talented children ''Some of the kids are talented," he says of his `stars'. "Some are not. But they all try." His little players will soon set ab- out preparing for their next effort, Big Time Productions, which will give them a taste of the Hollywood scene. The children's theatre concept is a brainchild that Steve saw frui- tion last fall. "I wanted to give the kids an opportunity to expose themselves to something new and different, and to help build their confidence." Steve devotes three days of ev- ery week to the project. "It's part volunteer, and part paid," he ex- plains. "We have funding assist- ance from the Town, and a grant from the Recycling Committee." As for the kids, he's delighted they have taken to it with such enthusiasm. "They just can't get enough of it." Steve writes all the material for the troup's produc- tions. He hopes to come out of it with a series of books for use by other children's theatre groups, along with instructions on how to make them work to the benefit of all in- volved. "I would like to ultimately create a TV series for the Family STEVE PAYNE Working for art's sake children are not getting enough exposure to theatre," he says. "They spend so much time in front of the television, which doesn't allow them any involve- ment at all." He has been particularly im- pressed with the seriousness of the kids in their approach to their own productions. "I've never had to send a child home. They are all well behaved." Steve was born in Montreal, but raised on a farm in Claremont. His career in show business started at the bottom, serving cof- fee to the crews doing the film, The Killing Fields, and perform- ing as a clown in the Garden Brothers Circus. Such was his flair for `clowning around' that he spent much of 1983 as Ronald McDonald, the hamburger clown who symbolizes the restaurant chain known to adults and chil- dren alike. TV producer He did television commercials, performed in stage and film pro- ductions, and taught theatre at the Pickering School for the Arts. He worked at TV stations in Thun- der Bay, Swift Current, Saskatch- ewan, Medicine Hat, Alberta, and in Peterborough, and spent three years as a producer for OWL TV from 1983 through 1986. While his involvement has cen- tr.d orn,. 4 4... t,;-- ., .,,1 audience can be deceived, but never really fooled." He claims that sensitivity is one of the most important skills to be acquired by an exposure to theatre. "Sensitivity can some- times be missing in theatre pro- ductions," he says. "If you can bring anything to the arts, you should bring sensitivity." Sensitivity essential He maintains that it is essential to be sensitive and sincere when dealing with kids in a theatre pro- duction. "They soon sense if you're not sincere and open with. them." His own career in the world of theatre, he admits, has been no- thing short of delightful. "My career has been such an enjoy- able excursion. I have travelled to Italy, among other countries, and I have got to see these places in a way tourists seldom do." A great believer in individuals expressing themselves in a free - spirited fashion, Steve insists that it is vital that a person use their imagination to avoid falling into ruts. "Society will always try to suppress you. It's your own posi- tive energy that will carry you through." Noting that most people are re- sistant to change, he feels it is im- portant that an individual always be `testing' standards and rules in an effort to learn. "You must learn the balance between keep- ing all the rules, and changing them if they are not well- founded." Projects lined up Along with his partner, Jeff Mason, also of Stouffville, Steve is constantly lining up projects on which to apply his many talents. He is currently writing the script fora film to be shot, in part, in the Bobcaygeon area, called Gone Fishin', and the duo have just started a seniors' theatre in Keswick. Steve will organize a summer camp for his Little League Theatre this year, introducing ,young people of all ages to the +.r;nninlnc of �ntina �nrl et�an nrn_ on Sesquicentennial artists honored Marisa Edghill, Grade 2 and Carrie Limkilde, sented with medallions by Lillian Gauslin of"the Grade 8, of Claremont Public School had their Ses- Claremont Women's Institute. quicentennial posters judged best over-all in com- ---Jim Thomas petition held recently. On Friday. they were pre - Torch ceremony DURHAM REGION — The Olympic Spirit is alive and well in Durham Region. Elementary stu- dents are holding their own Celebration Ceremony with Good- wood and Claremont children car- rying the torch Monday. Goodwood runners will arrive in Claremont at 11 a.m. Claremont runners will arrive at Valley View (Greenwood) at 12:30 p.m. Two Claremont students have been selected from each class. The pupils are: Grade 1 — Eric Johnson and Stephanie Gallant; Grade 1-2 — Billy Barnes and Brett Stephenson; Grade 2-3 — Cheryl Norton and Jason Clynch; Grade 4 — Lisa Jones and Shawn Wannop; Grade 5-6— Philip Gar- butt and Kevin Limkilde; Grade 6 — Danny Saxton and Kathy Todd; Grade 7 — Jan Mehlenbacher and Tammy Bannoch; Grade 8 — Darrell Vanderligt and Jason Baun. The organizing committee in- cludes staff teachers Mary McMullen, David Field and prin- cipal Gail Elliott. Goodwood School won't name its participating students until la- ter this week. Sesquf contest winners By LAURIE TOWATA-ROY Winners have been chosen for the Claremont Public School Ses- quicentennial Poster and essay contest. Kyla Vitek won first place in the primary class. In the junior divi- t,sion Julie Chadwick came first k,with her topic, 150 Years Ago. Brandi Key took the intermediate category with her essay entitled tsesqui. Poster winners are Mar- isa Edgehill (primary), Jason i. Slade (junior), Carrie Limkilde (intermediate). Lillian Gauslin representing the Heritage Committee for the acsesquicentennial and Dorothy Britton from the Women's Insti- 'tute presented medallions to all The United Church invites you to help celebrate Family Day Sun- day. Treat your mother to a pan- cake breakfast followed by an all - generations service. Pancakes and sausages will be $2 for adults and children will be served free. Breakfast is at 9:30 a.m. and the worship service is at 11:15 a.m. Tickets for the Claremont Tour of Homes are now on sale at Gil- lespie Real Estate (649-3336), Andrea Graham's (649-2604) and Freckles' in Stouffville. The tour is Sunday, June 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. For further information, call the •Town of Pickering Offices, 683- 2760 ext. 246. Tennis registration is Saturday (May 7) at the baseball park. The results of the seniors U euchre tournament for April 26 follow: Ladies — Alma Kennedy came first, Lena Ogden second and Daisy Sellers third. Ira Yake won the men's division, with Bill Butters second and Norm Ken- nedy third. Winners of the Lucky Draw were Verna Smith, Annie Bowman and Norrine Hill. Fashions from the Attic will fe- ature women's, men's and chil- dren's clothing from the past 150 years. There will be two shows, Tuesday, May 31 and Wednesday, June 1, both at 7:30 p.m.'n_'�--- Purchasers select a' custom features from C-16 home is very high, or at least we're very busy," said Mr. Schre- gardus. "Assuming we build all the homes in subdivisions yet to come, we're going to be kept on our toes for the next two to three years." "I think a lot of people are start- ing to migrate away from the Toronto area, and are leaving be- hind all that city stuff," he con- tinued. "Claremont is a relatively quaint community with easy ac- cess to the Parkway. As well, it has a low incidence of crime and is very clean and friendly." With a second coat of asphalt on the road and some minor land- scaping yet to be completed by Claremont Estates developer, Mr. Schregardus expects phase one to be completed by spring of 1989. Too early to tell When asked what the two pre- sent residing homeowners think about their new residences, Mr. Schregardus said: "It's a little early to tell yet, they've only been in the houses for a couple of weeks. They're just starting to get the bugs out. However, once all the construction around them has been finished, I'm pretty sure they're all going to be quite happy." Once initial development of phase one has been completed, Mr. Schregardus said Victorian Homes will be involved in de- veloping two other subdivisions in the Claremont area. "They're going to be dealt with in the same manner as phase one, however, I think we're going to be more involved in the building it- self this time, rather than leave it up to the homeowners," he said. Although Phase Two has yet to receive approval "from all the powers," Mr. Schregardus said the homes will be situated on estate lots of two to four_ acres. Photo/JIM THOMAS Stan Attersley (above) is the new president of the Directors are — Bob Nemish, George Johnson, Leo Claremont and District Community Association. The Samarillo, Allen Graham, Patti -Lynn Card, Karsten election of officers and directors was held Oct. 12. Smith, Lori Roy and Margaret Blackford. The Mr. Attersley resides on Central Street. The dual role immediate past -president is Bob Nemish. He heldLi of vice-president and secretary -treasurer is the the position two years. Nineteen members attendedeenee responsibility of Jane Johnston, Wixon Street. Wednesday's meeting in the Masonic Hall. New Claremont ReMax office approved ReMax Canaan Land Realty Inc. has opened a new office in downtown Claremont. The location is 5019 Old Brock Road. On Thursday, Oct. 27, Brian and Jackie Wright and staff will host an Open House for real estate representatives. They'll roll out the welcome mat between 4 and 8 p.m. The Victorian -styled building, costing in excess of $300,000, boasts 3,000 square feet of office space on three levels. , specializes in country properties. Six business people can be ac- They also have an office in commodated at the Claremont Brooklin. site, serving an area that in- cludes Stouffville, Uxbridge, Scarborough and Claremont. Mr. Wright, the ReMax broker - owner along with wife Jackie A liquor license has been approved for Sara's Kountry Kitchen in Claremont. The application, heard Oct. 6 in Oshawa, was not opposed. Sara Scott, the restaurant's manager, hopes to have the service available in two weeks. Beer and wine will be served. Mrs. Scott acquired the business in February. The licence application was placed before the board in May. Claremont telephone operator disc By MARJORIE WOODLAND The friends of the late Mrs. Cora (Redshaw) Davis operator for the old Stouffville and Bethesda Telephone Com- Pickering on Monday the 18th. In - terment is at the Claremont Union extend sympathy to the family at this time of bereavement in the loss pany. She was always obliging and gracious in those days when Cemetery. We were very sorry to hear ab- of a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and our line reached from John Thompson's home at Highway 47 out Greta Hill's unfortunate acci- dent on New Year's day. After a great, great grandmother of four. She is fondly remembered in this area as a and Fourth Line to Ralph Faulk- ner's home on Webb Sideroad. The funeral service held fall at their home in Parkview Vil- lage, she was taken to Centenary long-time Claremont telephone was at the McEachnie Funeral Home in Hospital where it was learned she suffered a broken pelvis. Her Maude Anderson would have loved Sesqui wThis column iseek to be enjoyinga famil dedicated in the memory y The official opening C L A R E M O N T CORNERS Church. and love of Maudreunion of new and old was attended by local friends. It was wonderful politicians. Scott Fennell b Wendy Coppin 649-3535 I was unable to join Anderson, 1899-1988. to see and be part of so esented plaques to y Maude would be leased p p q the good time h d b p to know our Ses- much fellowship. Wed George Johnson from quicentennial was a Ike to wish Mac Mid- dleton well as he came himself and the Prime brilliant We'll home from the hospital Minister. Mr. Johnson was also presented On - miss you,sMaude. People came from just in time for the tario pens from Norah far and wide to celebrate celebration. Stoner who was our special occasion. It was great to see represented by Flip Marg Ginger (Ward) the wide variety of Whitney. Council came all the way from costumes worn by all members also took part British Columbia to join ages, they were all very in the opening. Mayor in on the fun. She is creative and definitely Jack Anderson, George formerly from Clare- added to the already Johnson, Jackie Marks and Jennifer Lusted par - everyone Claremont antique store opens By DENISE McDONALD It's a step towards ensuring their future, with a little help from their past. On January 29, during Claremont's Winter Carnival, residents David and Mimi For- rest, opened the area's first antique store, `Recollections,' on Brock Street. "We had originally planned to open in the spring," said Mr. Forrest. "But we thought the carnival would be a better time because a lot of people were around and about in the area." According to the long-time lawyer, since retired in Septem- ber, he and his wife bought the old home and garage a year ago with views towards their retire- ment. "We were both going to volun- teer with CESO (Canadian Ex- ecutive Services Overseas), and turn the back half of this build- ing into an apartment," he said. "But unfortunately that didn't transpire because my wife found out she wasn't able to re- tire for another two years." At the same time, the For - rests discovered their plans for building an apartment were futile, because their property is zoned commercial which pre- vented them from obtaining a permit for water and bathroom facilities. Hence, plans for establishing their own antique store ensued. "I've always been interested in antiques and have been work- ing and refinishing them for years," said Mr. Forrest. "Be- cause I also love auctions so much, we started getting more stuff than we could possibly use in the house. So last June we de- cided to open our own store." Although the idea seemed easy enough, the Forrests were soon to discover implementa- tion was not as simple. "We had a terrible time get- ting it done because contractors hate working on old buildings," he explained. "Then I finally prevailed upon a client as a favor, but he could only give me four weeks. We ended up having a young fellow come in and do the work in his spare time. That's why it took so long." Since opening, Mr. Forrest says business has been slow. "I don't think there are enough people in Claremont to support an antique store so I have to rely on drawing from Stouffville, Uxbridge and the areas in between," he said. "But those people just aren't around in the winter. That's why I had originally planned on opening in the spring, which will still be the date for our official opening." Specializing in anything anti- que, Recollections offers items ranging from an old butcher block, hobby horse, and wool winder, to formal furniture, a harvest table and homemade wash stand. "I'm originally from a farm and rather like primitive things. I also like homemade things. They don't have the smoothness manufactured items do, but they are unique," he said. "I even have a wooden wheel I fell in love with, although I'm darned if I know what anyone would do with it." As well, wife Mimi belongs to a group of teachers who make quilts, which are now being New life for stroke victim By KAREN BROOKS EARLEY Claremont's Dan Ridley has more than just survived a stroke -- he has fought back and won. It was exactly four years ago last week that Mr. Ridley was struck down by a paralyzing stroke at the age of 38. Now, he is one of three people featured in a documentary produc- ed by London Life, geared to show other patients whatthey can ac- complish after being disabled. "I still have the same things other people have," he says. "But that's all I wanted when I was ill. I wanted those everyday tasks back. You really change your values and don't take things for granted." Mr. Ridley was certainly not a prime candidate for a stroke. He didn't smoke and wasn't overweight -- and was too young. Doctors finally traced the stroke back to a medication he had taken on that Sunday for hay fever. That medication is now banned in other countries. But in Canada, the medication is still available with a warning on the box for people with high blood pressure and weight problems not to take the drug. "Suddenly, I started having tremendous headaches," he says of that day. "And I never ever had headaches." Because of that, he asked his wife, Marilyn, 40, to take him to Ajax and Pickering Hospital. That's where he had the stroke. "Everyone knew me and knew what had happened so that I wasn't worried about exercising in the village," he said of Clare- mont, where the family has lived f..r Civ ---- "'Ph- n nla ArP from Dace 1 For more than six "All of a sudden I couldn't talk months, Mr. Ridley was or move my right side at all," he unable to speak. At the recalled. "I didn't know what was time of the illness, he happening to me. I knew whatever was also unable to it was it was serious because the remember his wife's doctor ordered a helicopter to take name and couldn't read a me to Sunnybrook Hospital in newspaper. He had to Toronto." relearn the alphabet. He remained in hospital for The stroke actually six months, mostly at Riverdale damaged the left side of Hospital, coming home to Clare- his brain, affecting the mont on weekends prior to his right side of his body. release. Through constant exercise, he has learned "That first weekend, I was to walk again, embarrassed, scared that so- "It's sometimes dif- meone would see me," he admit- ficult to see the progress ted. "I was frightened to meet peo- but I know it's there," he ple. It was so frustrating being smiled. "I believe I will unable to speak." be 100 per cent one day, But one of his neighbors was but I'll probably be 113 there to help get him into the by then!" house. He has also learnt to And the community helped drive again, using a him get back into `society' again. special pedal that allows him to use his left foot for both accelerating and braking. Presently, Mr. Ridley's pretty close to 100 per cent. Sure, the 42-year-old man walks with a limp, but sitting down, people who meet him for the first time have no idea that he was the victim of a stroke. His first movements were more difficult. Us- ing a quadraplegic cane, he would first move his left leg forward and then drag his right side. He has now developed an "extra sense" and although he can't actual- ly feel someone tap him on his right shoulder or any other part of his right side, he "knows" that has happened. The illness was dif- ficult for the entire family. His eldest daughter, Yolanda, now 12, remembered him as a father who could throw her in the air for fun. But his youngest, Mandy, now 5, never knew him any other way. "It was very tough on Marilyn," he said of his wife to whom he's been married for 13 years. "More so even than for me. Everyone was there to cater to me, everything geared to get - offered for sale at Recollec- tions. "We still hope to go with CESO someday, at which time we hope our daughter Megan will take over the store," he added. Recollections is open Mon- day, Thursday and Saturday, noon until 6 p.m. and Friday, noon until 8:30 p.m. CLAREMONT'S DAN RIDLEY is a suc- cessful real estate agent. His life is so nor- mal that it's hard to tell that just four years ago he was the victim of a paralyzing stroke. He's now one of three people featured in a special documentary by Lon- don Life. ting me back on my feet. Now, Mrs. Ridley She drove to the hospital has joined her husband to see me seven days a in real estate, with the week. She was very couple working as a strong through the whole team. thing." Mr. Ridley was in - Prior to the stroke, itially asked to par - Mr. Ridley had spent 11 ticipate in a documen- years in a sales career. tary last year, but at the Two years after the time, felt he "wasn't a stroke, he was back to good example," simply work, starting off part- because he still limps time. At the end of 1987, slightly. he won a color television "But they wanted so - for his sales meone who got back into achievements. the work force and suc- ceeded," he said. "To He also passed with show others what you flying colors a real estate can achieve, that there is course at Durham Col- hope." lege. And as of January, The documentary he has been working full- will eventually be shown time as an agent for in hospitals, and in cor- Royal LePage. porate board rooms. Claremont Ford fancier's skill puts new life in vintage cars By BRUCE STAPLEY Percy Bourne has a long- standing love affair with Fords; to the extent the phone number of his Claremont -based business office is 649-FORD. The casual visitor will likely find him working on a pair of in- side door trim pieces from a 1950 Ford convertible he's restoring. "It's just a hobby," says the proprietor of Calcimatic Canada Ltd., a small company that en- gineers and designs lime kilns. Hobby or not, the apple of Per- cy's eye is surely the fleet of eight antique autos, most of them Fords, that make up Claremont Collector Cars. Having run out of space in his garage at home, he decided to set up shop at Claremont, selling ancient Fords and locating hard -to -find original parts for other car buffs. Why the fixation with Fords? "I started with Fords when I first became interested in restor- ing old cars, "explained the Henry "as in Ford" Street resident. "I discovered original Ford parts are plentiful compared to others." The first car he bought for res- toration back in 1980 was a 1950 Ford two -door sedan. "I completely restored it," Per- cy says, "I installed a new in- terior, rebuilt the motor, and did the body work. I still have it." Although the showroom is not. that impressive, Percy's quick to point out his main interest is hav- ing a building with a shop and room to tinker. He might only sell three or four cars a year, but some have been beauties. "I just sold a `57 T-Bird two weeks ago," he says. "I had it eight years, and received $25,000 for it. It won me a lot of trophies." The pride of his current lineup is a mint condition 1955 Crown Victoria or `Crown Vicky' as he calls it. The two -door hardtop is immaculate in its original paint of tropical rose and snowshoe white. `Vicky' has been driven only 16,000 miles and has never been restored. In '55, `Vicky' would have cost about $3,000. Now, it's value is close to $25,000. Percy's repertoire also in- cludes a 1964 Ford Galaxie XL convertible, completely restored; a '46 Ford convertible; a '52 Ford convertible and a `51 Ford Woody Wagon. He maintains car restoration is a very friendly hobby despite competitions that pit owner against owner. "I've never met anyone with whom I couldn't get along. And as a rule, collectors are not wealthy people. They'll have, on average, Percy Bourne of Claremont refurbishes old cars, have to touch. It's original inside and out. The purch- putting 'new life' into vintage automobiles. This par- ase price 33 years ago was $3,000. Its value today ex- ticular model, a 1955 Ford Crown Victoria, he didn't ceeds $25,000. two of three cars. They really en- joy what they do," Percy says. As a member of the Historical Automobile Society of Canada and a judge last June in the Socie- ty's annual meet in Milton, Percy describes the show as the largest judging event of its kind in Cana- da. There were up to 300 cars from all over Ontario. His own entries, the 1946 Ford convertible and the '55 Crown Vic- toria, placed first and second in their classes. "There's no money in win- ning," he says, "just a lot of pre- stige." Percy makes a point of attend- ing the various automobile flea markets across Canada and the United States, buying and selling both cars and parts. The largest of these is the one held every Fall in Hershey, Pennsylvania. "The whole idea has grown enormously in the past ten years," he says of the hobby that has given him so much pleasure. "From a business point of view, I guess it's possible to break even, but you'd have to be lucky." When it comes to the types of vehicles to which most collectors are attracted, Percy says people often choose a car with which they were once familiar. "It might be the car they took on their honey- moon, or the same model they had as a teenager." Collectors enjoy the com araderie that goes with attending the same meets around the pro- vince. "They have so much to talk ab- out. "We all share the same enjoy- ments — and the same prob- lems," he concludes. Wilson family has rich heritage A `family history' essay by Trudy Wilson, 16-year-old daughter of John and Joan Wil- son of Balsam and a Grade 10 student at Pickering High School, recently attracted the attention of the Claremont Ses- quicentennial Committee. The Tribune is pleased to publish it in association with this upcom- ing historical event: It was a warm day as the Pughs, the Evans and the Wil- sons set sail, bound for a new life, freedom and goodwill in Canada. It was a game of survival with days of punishing storms to come. All families were frightened they'd never see Canada; that their ship would be wrecked and all would die. Finally, the long journey came to a successful conclu- sion. My ancestors were look- ing forward to living in Canada because in Ireland, where my great-grandfather Albert Wil- son's grandfather Thomas Wil- son came from, there was a potato famine. Emma Wilson's father came from Wales in 1842. Morgan Pugh's father also came from Wales by sailboat when he was but three years old. He immigrated to Canada because of a depression in Great Britain. In Wales, all farms were held TRUDY WILSON in lease and could not be own- ed. The gentry had the right to hunt over the fields with no compensation paid the farmer. Taxes were paid to support the state church, even though you weren't a member of the established Church of Eng- land. Morgan's mother came from Scotland in the 1830s. Libbie Pugh's grandfather came from Lands End, England. David Williams emigrated to find his long lost son William, who had come over in 1835. Despite con- siderable searching, he was never found. The Evans and the Pughs emigrated together. They were bound by family relationships, common religious beliefs and a desire to be owners of their own lands. They mostly settled at Concessions 8 and 9. On their arrival, they made a fresh start at Claremont. The Wilson family has lived on the same property for four genera- tions and are striving for their fifth. My father still operates the old homestead. He's a dairy farmer. The family's occupation through four generations has been the dairy industry and beef. They owned a team of Clydesdales that would take them wherever they needed to go. On a sunny afternoon, they would hitch up the horses and drive to the lake for a picnic. Their religion was Protes- tant and still is today. On their arrival in Canada, they attended the Baptist Church in Claremont and be- came active members in the congregation. Years later, they decided to attend the church at Mt. Zion as well. Some attended the two chur- ches at the same time. The parents saw to it that their children attended Sunday School. They learned how to read and write at Claremont and Cedar Creek Public Schools. In 1920, the auto industry be- gan to flourish with names like Ford and Chevrolet. My great- grandfather Pugh purchased his first car in 1921. It was a 4-90 open Chevrolet. However, most folks preferred horses, wagons and cutters — cheaper than buying gas. In 1935, the Pugh -Evans Association was formed as a means of bringing the descen- dents of Hugh Pugh Sr. closer together. It was agreed that a reunion should be held in the form of an annual picnic. The first event of this kind took place at Whitevale, July 10, 1935. Three hundred people attended. In recent years, reunions have been held in the Claremont Memorial Park, where many of these same re- latives gather to renew family ties. I'm proud to be a part of this active family, where everyone is considerate of one another. New members are made to feel welcome. These families will live long in Canada. They'll continue to look back on old acquaintances and remember the happy times of years past. Sesquicentennial essay winners at Claremont Mrs. Carole Redshaw will have completed 24 years in the teaching profession at the conclusion of the June term. Her chosen career fulfills a wish once expressed by her mother, Mrs. Corless In conjunction with Claremont's upcoming !squicentennial Celebrations, students in all ades participated in a recent Essay Contest lated to 1l: historic event. Winners were Ashenhurst. Mrs. Redshaw'is actively involved in many village activities including the Lioness Club, the Sesquicentennial Committee and the Community Association. ---Jim Thomas Claremont's Carole Redshaw T ew-,O' %0A U I f 'L 11 ;#Amu re-ta-am.- By JIM THOM AS CLAREMONT--It washer mother's wish that she become a teacher. Mrs. Carole Redshaw fulfilis that dream every day at Claremont Public School. At the conclu- sion of the June term she'll have completed 24 years in theprofession. She's The Tribune's featured teacher of the week. Mrs. Redshaw, the former Carole Ashenhurst, received. her formal education at Bethesda (Reach) Public School and Uxbridge High. Following graduation from Toronto Teachers` College she accepted a position on the staff of Rouge H ii"5 Public. School, now Hess Phin. In years folioi,�she's served at Dickson's dill, Cedar Creek, Brock Road, VViiitby Sr, and Claremont. She has her Grade S piano, a talent that's proved a much -appreciated plus with principals, students and parents. Music is her specialty, both as a subject and an extra -curricular activ- ity. She's led many school choirs at Christmas concerts. She also teaches Language Arts. BETTER PREPARED Because of instruction received in nursery schools, children arrive better prepared for kin- dergarten. Carole says. Television is another be- neficial media, she claims. "Children learn more things younger," she observes, -they must be challenged." The role of ttie teacher has changed greatly through the years, Carole explains. The availa- bility of computers and videos are a definite help, she says. Seminars and workshops can be helpful too, she claims. As for retiremer Carole hopes to continue another five years. "I enjoy the children." she says. The passage of time becomes a reality when Carole realizes she's now into her second genera- tion..She had Denise (Rowe) Norton at Brock Road School in 1967 and her daughter Micnelle in 1987. She also taught two of her own daughters, Louise and Leanne. The eldest, Lori, is married and living in Pickering. Both Lori and Louise are legal secretaries. Yes, Carole's a grandmother to Karrie and Kyle. Husband AI's an employee on the staff of the Metro Zoo. t4ORKS' .t4ALI DAYS Ca i Uii ,4 VIW" ..a.x-Gay wA"A.S, an arr~me4t that allows hertoparticipatv ineoninlunityacti- vities. She served as president of the Claremont Lio- ness Club in 1987 and is letting her name stand for secretary of Lioness District A-16. She's director with the Claremont District Community Asso- ciation. a member of the Claremont Ses- quicentennial Committee and on the Christian Education Committee of Claremont United Church. "I enjoy being part of the community," she says. During the summer, Al and Carole spend as much time as possible at Spring Water Trailer Park near Nestleton. It can be a period of com- plete relexation or constant activity, whatever they choose. Carole says she's never been sorry she selected teaching as a career. Iier mother would be proud. announced Friday. Receiving medallions from Margaret Britton of the Women's Institute are Kyla Vitek, (left), Grade 3 and Julie Chadwick, Grade 4. Absent was Brandi Key, Grade 8. Fnolc+JIM THOMAS Courtney Graham (centre) of Claremont is shown Durham Women's Club Bursary. She now attends with her parents Al and Andrea. Courtney won the University of Western Ontario in London. awards in drama and distinction as well as the McCULLOUGH, Donald James — Suddenly at the York County Hospital, Newmarket, on January 2, 1989. In his 761h year. Beloved husband of Marie (Ham) and loving father of Frances and Groeme Mason of Newmarket, Eunice and George Peters of Keswick, Terry and Catherine of Newmarket, May and the late James McCullough. Sadly missed by eleven grandchildren and many great- grandchildren. Brother of Evelyn (Mrs. Robert Hopkins) of Toronto, Stella (Mrs. James Pickens) of Toronto, Lester of Brampton, Joyce (Mrs. Howard Mills) of Stouffville. Predeceased by brothers and sisters Ella, Freeman, Laura, Dorcas, Lyman and Adelaide. Resting at the Taylor Funeral Home, 524 Davis Dr., Newmarket, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral service in the chapel on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Interment Pine Orchard Cemetery. If so desired, donations - to the York County Hospital, Newmarket, would be appreciated by the fom i I v. WHITE, Ethel May — At Centenary Hospital, Scarborough on Wednesday, January 4, 1989, Ethel White of Stouffville, in her95th year. Loving sister of Robert A. and Ralph H. White. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Resting at O'Neill Funeral Home, Stouffville on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service and committal in the chapel on Friday at 2 P.m. Spring interment - ClaremoniCemeterv. A family reunion at school reunion Back in June, 1980, former principals, teachers and students gathered for a (Norton) Mason; Helen (Norton) Pascoe; Keith Norton; Donna (Norton) Nes- reunion at Claremont Public School. The memorable occasion brought bitt and Marian (Norton) Brown. together five members of one family. Pictured (left to right) are — Darlene — — ---- ---Jim Thomas ox w w ox*$ .NMMMNN- ;Ammm Parade, church events are on the schedule for Claremont party A parade, church events, musical entertainment, historical displays and a play are just a few of the plans set for Claremont's Sesquicentennial celebrations this June. And one of the first events is the Claremont Tour of Homes. "This is a chance to look into the past, and see some really great ar- chitecture," says committee chair- man George Johnson. One of the eight buildings on the tour is the Bigalke Home on Old Brock Road. The home was built in 1893 by Robert Forsyth, an optician. The present owners have preserved the authenticity of the historical details of the home and are planning further restorations. Another home on the tour is the Taylor Home on Sideline 4. It was built by one of Claremont's pioneer families, the Wards, and is set to view Lake Ontario. The farmhouse is 140 years old and fully restored. Tickets, costing $10 each or $8 for groups of 10 or more, for the tour are available at Freckles in Stouffville, from the town of Pickering office at 1710 Kingston Road (683-2760 ext. 246), or Andrea Graham at 649-2604. The celebration actually runs all year and starts with a special evening of euchre at the Claremont branch of the Royal Canadian Legion at 8 p.m. on May 19. The Heritage Fashion Show is set for May 31 and June 1. From June 3-5, the Claremont Bricks host a softball tournament. On June 3, a teen dance is plann- ed and on June 4, a tennis match is set between Claremont and Greenwood from 2 to 4 p.m. On the same day, the Claremont Lions host their Hawaii draw dance in Uxbridge at 8 p.m. The Claremont Lioness Club hosts a bingo June 6 at 7:30 p.m. The special play about Claremont by Larry O'Leary and the Pickering Players opens June 8 at 8 p.m. A mixed baseball tournament takes to the fields June 10 at 7 p.m. A United Church Women pancake breakfast starts June 11 at 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., a parade starts at 10 a.m., children's games in the park at 11 a.m., an official opening by Miss Ses- quicentennial at 11 a.m., a homecom- ing welcome at 11:30 a.m., a historic display of Claremont's past at 1 p.m., a tug of war, and horse shoe pitching at 1 p.m., and live entertainment star- ting at 1 p.m. including Shakespeare the Magician, folk singer Dennis Mar- tin, Kick up a Fuss dancers, square dancing by Junior Farmers, Czech Grass bluegrass music, country music by Kipping and Goldberg, Dix- ieland Band with Ted Richardson, and the Whitevale Chimes bell group. June 12 features: a mixed baseball tournament at 9 a.m., church services at 11 a.m., family picnic at 12 p.m., heritage costume contest at 12:30 p.m., entertainment with the County Town Singers, games and a walking tour. y tl4, %4 VV 3 33 "OK Mr. CWC, go-pher it" Despite a shortage of snow, a good time was an affectionate kiss from Sesquicentennial had by all at Claremont's Winter Carnival, Jan. Queen Christina Cece. For additional photos see 27-31. Obviously enjoying himself is Mr. CWC, Page A-3. Claremont's Carnival mascot. Here he receives ---Jim Thomas New subdivision reflects the past By DENISE McDONALD Claremont's population is on the rise. Just over two weeks ago, two of 22 new families expected in the area, moved into their custom- built houses, part of the Claremont Estates subdivision, west of Brock Street. The brainchild of Karsten Smith, owner of Victorian Homes in Claremont, this particular sub- division will cater to those in- terested exclusively in period re- productions. Company representative Henry Schregardus said all lots in the first phase of the development have been sold out. "The properties were first sold to the impending owners and then, in some cases, we got together with the people, went over their designs or require- ments and built the home for them," he said. "Or they had the choice of picking one of four mod- els and working from there." Maintained control Although Mr. Schregardus admits Victorian Homes didn't build them all, the company did maintain architectural control. "The only reason we did this was to protect the people who wanted to build period homes," he said. "We wanted to make sure the whole feel of the subdivision wasn't spoiled. Modern architecture is wonderful, as long as it stays in its place." Situated on lots averaging from three-quarters of an acre to 11/4 acres, the houses range in size from 1,650 square feet to 3,600. "The price for a particular home can vary from $75 to $85 a square foot depending on interior finishes and exterior siding," he said. "It's hard to say what the top figure would be, because some- times the homeowners only had us build a portion of it and then finished the house themselves." Eight completed Although only eight homes have been completed, each of the 22 will be situated on private wells, with private septic systems as well. "The demand for this type of Please see C-17 Claremont expands Henry Schregardus, a representative of Victorian custom-built homes are set on lots of three quarters Homes stands before one of the period replica of an acre to 1'/4 acres. homes in the Claremont Estates subdivision. The — Denise McDonald New business takes indoors outside To a Claremont woman, the outdoors is ,just another 'room" of your house. Shelagh Meagher designs that most - overlooked room -- your garden -- through her new business. Garden Design. "Your garden is an investment," she says. "It's a room you use seasonally. It's an exten- sion of your home." As a result, she stresses that a garden should be designed to fit the homeowner's needs -- something a professional is able to accomplish. "The final product will be cohesive and con- tribute to the overall ap- pearance of the house," she says. "Planning can make the garden visual- ly superior, in sync -with the house. And a profes- sional can help with the utilitarian aspects of the garden, making the garden work for you." For instance, she notes that many people today look for low )maintenance gardens more than anything else. Ms Meagher is a graduate of the Universi- ty of Guelph, holding a bachelor of science degree in agriculture. Her interest in garden design developed when her husband, Glen Markham, was transfer- red with his advertising career to Great Britain. "I've always had a great affinity for the earth," the'Foronto-horn woman says. "My parents still wonder why I became interested in agriculture. I simply like working with the earth and discovering the possibilities." The "inspirational" gardens of England drew her to studying garden design under John Brookes and to gaining her general certificate from the Royal Hor- ticultural Society. The couple has been back in Canada for six OPEN FOR BUSINESS months now and Ms Meagher has been busy developing the business and assessing the plans for her own garden at the couple's home in Claremont. She has also spent time translating her British -oriented knowledge into what is possible in the Canadian climate. "The principles hold true but not all the same plants can grow here," she says. "About fifty per cent of my favorite ones don't grow here. Now I'm looking at the native plants, plants ap- propriate to a Canadian setting. And I'm trying to avoid growing what's seen everywhere." She says that while muted. colors look beautiful in England under the misty skies, the same colors don't work in Canada with our - - bright skies. Bolder, richer colors are needed in Canada. She has found other differences between hor- ticulture in England and in Canada. Landscaping materials are different. Various types of stones are used in different regions of England, but other kinds of hard land- scaping materials are used in Canada and in this area, with the great number of board and bat - tan homes. "My interest is in designing an effective and beautiful garden," she says, noting that in- cludes vegetables as well. In a nutshell, she says she uses four prin- ciples in garden design -- making the garden work for the owner, ensuring the garden is in harmony with the house and sur- rounding environment, ensuring all selected NEWM.AN, William G. — (Former MPP Cabinet M!n:;ter of Agricult lure and Food, and Envimnment). At the Aiax-Pickering Hospital, on Wednesday. October 12, 1988. William G. Newman, beloved husband of Molly Mitchell. I oving father of Cathy (Mrs Brooks) of Balsam. Allan of Bowmanv-Ile, Carr of Moun' Zion. Loving grandfather of Amy, David and Christopher. Son of the late Harry A. and Margaret R. Newman. Brother of Rev. Harry Newman of Greenwood, Rev. Robert Newman of Beaverton. Tom of Greenwood, Anne of Ireland. Predeceased by Richard, WW II. A memorial servicewill be held in Mount Zion United Church, Balsam (Township of Pickering) (2 concessions N. of No. 7 Hwy. on Salem Rd.) on Saturday, October 15 of 3 p.m. By family request, there will be no visitation at the funeral home prior to the memorial service. For further particulars, please call McEachnie Funeral Home, 683-2171, Pickering. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Paul's Anglican Church On -The - Hill, Dunbarton (Pickering) or the Mount Zion United Church, Balsam and the Aiax-Pickering Hospital Building Fund. plant materials will thrive in their alloted positions, and monitor- ing the garden's progress over time. "My services in- clude total design of new gardens, redesign of ex- isting gardens or parts of them, and ongoing con- sultation," she says, noting a contractor would be hired to carry out installation of the garden and she will oversee the work if desired. She says now is a good time to think about planning the garden and booking someone for the work. "You can get a jump on your garden," she says. "And I can do a certain amount of work right now." For more informa- tion, call 649-3639. SHELAGH MEAGHER works her creative magic in designing the most overlooked "room" of the home -- the garden. The Claremont woman has started her own business, Garden Design. Family and friends of Marjorie and Don Hedges gathered Sunday at the Claremont Masonic Hall on Sunday to celebrate the couple's 50th wedding anniversary. Shown here from left are, daughter OPEN House for John and Gladys Badgerow to celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Saturday, August 27th, 1988 between 2:00 - 4:00 at 196 Gabrielle Mews, Stouffville. Best Wishes Only. SANDERSON, Hazel Dell — Entered into rest at Centenary Hospital, Scarborough, on Wednesday, November 9, 1988. Hazel Dell Mantle, in her 89th year, beloved wife of the fate Nelson Herbert Sanderson. Dear mother of Evelyn (Mrs. Jack Duncan) of Orillia, Thelma (Mrs. Robert Hockley) of Sunderland, Joan (Mrs. George Childs) of Little Britain and Reginald and his wife Oliveof Brockville. Loving grandmotherof twenty grandchildren and twenty-three great-grand- children. Sister of Olive Jarvis of Caledonia and Predeceased by Ina Woodburn. Mrs. Sanderson will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd„ Alax (Pickering Village) after 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral service in the chapel on Saturday, November 12 at 11 a.m. Interment Claremont Union Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 7.9 p.m. Thursday and 2-4:30 P.m. and 7.9 P.m. Friday. Photo/JIM THOMAS Rosemary Hedges, Marjorie and Don (who were married Oct. 8, 1938) and son Ron Hedges and his wife Marie. All are residents of Claremont. .ROSE, Joseph E. Suddenly on Sunday, Febru- • ary28,1938 at his home in Stouffville. Joe Rose, beloved husband of Jean. Loving father of Rick :and his wife Sandy. Dear grandfather of Shan- non, Stephanie and Ricky. Resting at O'Neill Funeral Home, Stouffville. Service and commit- tal in the Chapel on Wednesday at 1:30 PM. 'Interment Highland Memory Gardens.