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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 04, 1958
Page
2
A columnist vents overplayed Father’s Day rituals, arguing fathers have faded from head of household to mere helpers. He recalls a stern, loving father and contrasts his quiet discipline with today’s praise, urging critics to skip the holiday without meaningful gifts.
At the May 28 cadet inspection in the park, Major Tom Barber received the Col. Barber Trophy in a family legacy while Major Judy McCumber earned a plaque and trophy for the girls corps. The event drew the largest crowd yet and featured drill squads, field tests, and demonstrations.
Officials of the National Dairy Council of Canada announce a major June drive to increase domestic consumption of dairy foods as Canada expects over 17 billion pounds of milk this year. The industry spends more than 5 million dollars annually on advertising with newspaper ads leading, aided by radio and television.
The editorial reflects on the end of a term for the High Tales editors at GHS and ponders whether the seven year tradition will continue next September. It thanks reporters and sponsors Mr Biehn and Mr Dobson for their support and expresses hope for new leaders to carry on the paper.
Edgy classroom quips and misused phrases echo through the fifth form notes. Mr Prouse scolds lightheartedly while cadets debate football stars at the inspection and reflections on Latin class fame close the term.
A school news note praises Tom Barber as cadet inspection leader earning best shot best cadet and highest score trophies. It mentions exams approaching and teachers boosting student focus like coaches before a game. The writer signs off with a summer farewell.
Joyce McLean is AWL due to illness as exams loom over a hectic end of term. Students use spare periods for study and inspection night festivities leave many tired next day. Carolyn Taylor signs off wishing everyone luck on their exams.
Platter Chatter highlights the Brooklyn based group Dicky Doo and the Donts who signed with Swan Records after forming in school and rehearsing around Brooklyn. Their latest single Ni Na Na Na Na is billed as sensational and may lead to further summer hits.
The XB class shrank from thirty to twenty six as six students left and one joined on May 29. It calls the year exciting socially with dances bazaars and hockey games. Good luck with exams and a smile for the new life ahead.
Notice to creditors of the Margaret Jane Moore estate Georgetown Ont died about December 22 1957. Creditors must send claims by June 21 1958 or be distrib uted only on notified claims. Executrix Isabel Stewart Moore by solicitors Dale Bennett Latimer Georgetown Ont May 20 1958.
All persons having claims against the estate of Charles Henry Boyle late of Georgetown colour mixer who died about April 17 1958 must send particulars to the undersigned by June 28 1958. After that date the estate will be distributed with regard only to notified claims. Sheila Veronica Boyle administratrix Georgetown Ont. by solicitors Dale Bennett Latimer.
Tom Barber notes the year end paper report commends officers and NCOs for a strong turnout and steady parade. A 58 second mortar assembly record was set by Corporal Instructors E Little J Lenz AM O'Brien and CSM 4 Cummins. The girls pod squad contributed to a very good overall program.
The author signs off from High Tales with thanks and holiday wishes. Cadet inspection went well, followed by refreshments and a dance. Examinations approach as Grade ten ends on June 12 and a room 100 exam on June 16, with term ending June 20.
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