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Newspaper
Millbrook Reporter
Location
Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 06, 1958
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment notes a loading chute in Peterboro after 5 p.m. and a similar item in Wiloro with reference to Dawson MacDonald and a date line that reads 21. The readable elements mention property and a location but lack full context or details.
At a Newcastle Liberal Association meeting, it was learned that John M. James will not be a candidate at the forthcoming Liberal convention. He did not permit his name to go before the nomination due to personal and business reasons. James previously represented Durham County at Ottawa from 1949 until his defeat in June by Dr. Percy Vivian of Port Hope, who won the seat for the Progressive Conservatives by 501 votes.
Mr and Mrs Bob Gillis of Tupper Street built a snowman for their daughter. A mischievous head hunter reportedly removed the head using two large buttons as eyes, prompting local suspense and a notice to watch your head in Millbrook.
Mr and Mrs G W Sayles and daughter from Toronto joined Mrs Wm West for a Sunday visit. Miss Jean Burnham was a dinner guest. Dunlop is hospitalized after a recent stroke. Mr and Mrs Jack Blakely and family from Lakefield visited Mrs R R Blakely Sunday.
At the annual Red Cross meeting on January 24, Miss Josie Sutton retired as president and welcomed new leader Mrs. W L Elson. A tribute was given to T A Campbell who served since 1939. Officers elected for 1958 include President Mrs H L Elson and treasurer Mr H A Kerr. Donations and wartime work reports noted.
Reeve of South Monaghan elected Warden of the United Counties Council in Cobourg on January 20. He is among the youngest to hold the post and has the longest continuous service in South Monaghan. Photo courtesy of The Peterborough Examiner.
A Millbrook meeting on February 4 1958 organized the Millbrook 4 H Beef and Dairy Calf Club for the term. Thirteen youths joined. officers were Helen Strong president Donald Winslow vice president Doris Timms secretary and Lynda McCallister publicity director. Sponsored by the Millbrook Agricultural Society, Achievement Day is June 11 at the Millbrook Fair. adition members aged 12 to 21 can join via Mr Dalrymple Agricultural Representative Bowmanville or Mervin Smith, Cavan club leader.
The Legion holds its regular monthly meeting with installation of officers for 1958 and initiation of new members at The Legion Hall Millbrook on Monday February 17 at 8 pm. District Commander Jas P Lovell Oshawa Branch No 43 with a Degree Team will preside. All members urged to attend. Ladies Auxiliary invited. Lunch served. George Howden President Weldon Coulter Secretary Treasurer.
In loving memory of Florence Victoria who passed away February 11 1952. Sunshine fades and shadows fall yet sweet remembrance lasts. Ever remembered by husband W A Reid.
Reid offers a loving memorial for Florence Victoria who died on February 11 1952 A quiet thought and a secret tear keep her memory bright Bev signs the remembrance
A heartfelt memorial note for Melburn McDowell who died February 7, 1954. The family recalls his memory with enduring love and says the ache remains in their hearts while they keep him in their garden of memories. Always remembered by his wife and family.
A Progressive Euchre event will be held in the IOOF Lodge Room on Thursday February 13 at 8 00 p m Prizes Lunch and Admission 35 cents All welcome.
The East Durham L O L annual meeting scheduled for Tuesday Feb 4 is postponed to Tuesday Feb 11 in Millbrook. Brethren meet at 7 pm at the Millbrook Waiting Room for a banquet by the Ladies of the L C B A, then proceed to the Orange Hall for business. Nathaniel Belch, County Secretary urges strong attendance.
The Women's Guild of St Thomas' Church will hold a Valentine Tea and Bake Sale in the Waiting Room on Saturday February 15.
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