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Newspaper
Millbrook Reporter
Location
Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 21, 1957
Page
1
Youngsters armed with air rifles were seen on downtown King Street shooting at birds. A bird on a clothesline was hit and fell, left to suffer in the cold. A note also mentions a King White jacking a car and an ad seeking a tame lion to clean stray dogs.
Olver Brock drives a truck piled high with snow heading east likely bound for Peterborough, suggesting ongoing snow removal or disposal efforts in the region.
Cecil Peebles claims the scene observed at Borough Market was misread due to snow covering the area, describing it as a deceptive pile rather than the actual load of snow observed, disputing Mr Brock’s interpretation.
Bernard Ingham of Millbrook son of Mr and Mrs Bruce E Ingham and Cavan Township representative won the Durham No 2 inspectorate boys spelling contest at Dr Powers School on Wednesday. He earned a spot in the zone finals in Peterborough on March 7 with Grade 6 pupil Pete Berry also spelling the final stage. It marks a second straight year a Cavan township boy has won the award after last year’s Donald Winslow of Ida.
In loving memory of Alexander Clarke who died February 24 1956. Peacefully resting, the world’s troubles ended. He bore hardships in patience until God called him home. Ever remembered by son George Violet and family.
Dr Thomas N Belch MD eldest son of Mr and Mrs Nathaniel Belch of Millbrook leaves Durham County for New York thence to Beirut aboard the Flying Cloud of Isbrandtsen Dutch Line with his wife. A former 48th Highlanders overseas in Italy and north west Europe, he later studied at University of Toronto and earned his medical degree in 1953. The couple wed in 1955 and plan missionary work with the Evangelical Alliance Mission in 18 countries. Local church members honor him with gifts and prayers before his departure.
Progressive euchre to be held Thursday February 21 at 8 30 in the Legion Hall Millbrook under the Ladies Auxiliary Canadian Legion Branch No 402. A draw for an 8 pound chicken and prizes include lunch. Admission. everyone welcome.
Social note reports Miss Barbara Clark, daughter of Mr and Mrs Gee Clarke of Cavan, returning from St Josephs Hospital Peterborough after an appendectomy. Also mentions Peggy Lee Bremner hosting a Valentine skating party for girl classmates on Feb 14 with Billy Skipp and Allison Chisholm in attendance. Bernard Ingham, piano student of Mrs Louis H Winslow, earned first class honours 81 in grade 6 Royal Conservatory exam held in Peterborough.
The February meeting of the Lady Lions will be hosted at Mrs. W O'Brien's residence with Mrs. G H Lancashire and Mrs. G E Liesemer as hostesses The South Group will oversee the entertainment planning and arrangements for the event.
The Village of Millbrook council issues notice urging parents to caution children about crossing roads and stresses prompt snow and ice removal from sidewalks under By-Law No 418. Violators face fines up to five dollars or up to ten days in jail if distress is not possible. the by law remains in effect.
A sticky snowfall coated Millbrook in a fairy tale layer overnight producing yellowish outdoor lighting and a scenic view on hydro lines and wires. Residents recall winter demands like skiing skating hockey and snow shoveling while admiring the transformed bush on the mountain through the day.
Mr and Mrs Fred Glanville formerly Marion Kennedy announce the birth of their son Samuel James on Thursday February 14 1957 in New Castle Ontario Parents express happiness and share the family news with the community
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