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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 02, 1948
Page
4
In Orono the police trustees discussed anticipated costs of the system totaling 4000 to 5000 dollars. Mr. Walker raised speed concerns noting a 30 mph limit sign near his home and argued for slower speeds on Main Street northbound.
Street safety concerns arise as youths under sixteen are accused of driving cars. Police report warns, while Laird Pol lard checks youths. Firemen request clothing damage remuneration. a fund proposal to cover losses is debated and approved as an emergency fund. Village governance praises hydro system and finances, meeting adjourns.
Mr W Hawke recalled that council members at the 1947 nomination promised to lower taxes but says the 18 mill rate is necessary to continue township work. He argues local contractors should receive township work instead of outside bids.
The Evening Auxiliary meets December 9 at the church with officer elections and a Christmas program. A Whitby Players 38 act comedy Demons in the Dark plays December 8 in Orono Town Hall to benefit the Christmas Tree fund. District 4 Association of Agricultural Societies meets December 10 at Orange Hall with lunch at 12.30 hosted by local members and Mr M H Staples organizing visiting delegates.
Rev. A J Eustace framed his morning sermon around the appeal to fund Park Street Church renovation. Last Sunday was dedicated to the cause and canvassers are active this week following up his initial message. He said offerings should be viewed as investments giving a stake in present and future work.
Sid Lancaster urges keeping roads and bridges in good repair while arguing the township should inform residents about township work. Opening Millson road to Cobb Hill is discussed with a report due from the road engineer early next year. Garb age disposal land remains unavailable, with plans to act once land is secured. God Save the King closes the meeting.
A list of attendees and contributors appears for the Arena Fund event, naming Wilfred Hawke Raymond Chapman Orley Chapman Clifford Cowan Stanley Chapman Torne Robbins William Davey Al Sharkey J E Chapman Leroy Hamilton O W Ralph Sam Keane and Rebekah Lodge E R Woodyard among others. The fragment suggests a community gathering or fundraiser with multiple individuals and local organizations involved in supporting the arena project.
Classified note announces Leslie Bell Singers performing at Purtell's Drug Store Orono with a concert in print church event. December 18 admission 75 cents students 5 cents.
Sixteen acres of woodlot on Lot 11 Concession 6 Darlington Township near Tyrone offered by tender. Timber includes elm pine hemlo ck and cedar for hydro poles. maple excluded. Removal within four years from December 1 1948. Tenders to Mr Bigelow Bowmansville Ontario by December 20 1948. lowest tender not guaranteed.
Farm for rent 100 acres located at S 4% Lot 24 Con 6 Township of Clarke. Apply to R. R. Waddell Orone. tf.
Stove in good condition advertised for sale. It includes 6 lids warm ing closet reservoir hot water front a good oven and two 8 inch oil burners. Phone Bowmanville 2192 for details.
Cream and green enamel cook stove with warming closet in good condition. Phone 45 r 10, Orono.
Used one year size 1 hockey skates for sale. Apply at the Orono Times, a 44 page edition.
Box 19 Orono Ontario accepts a nearly new Findlay oil heater stored in a 45 gallon oil drum. The ad notes readiness for pickup and may appeal to buyers seeking compact heating units.
A 1931 Chev special coupe with heater and defroster, two spare tires and anti freeze. Located in Orono Ontario contact W. J. Riddell. a-44 p.
Auction notice lists a Black and White 6 piece Breakfast Suite in good condition. Item owner Mrs Albert Mitchell of Orono offers contact reference b 44 p for inquiry.
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