17 Feb 1955
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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 17, 1955
Page
1
A Vigor Oil truck driven by Tom Hardy of Newcastle ran out of brakes and hit the home of Leslie Aldread in the village south area. The vehicle damaged the house and truck, with estimated losses around 300 dollars. No one was injured. Police inspectors Harry Huffman and Chris Chesswell said no charges would be filed.
The Orono Figure Skating Club presents Fantasy Land this Friday and Saturday. Junior members perform fairy tale and nature creature roles, with acts including The Cow Jumped over the Moon and Old Lady Who Lived in a Shoe. Intermediates and seniors showcase group numbers and solos, with several named soloists. The Air Cadets appear for God Save the Queen, costumes and stage settings are highlighted, and a new spotlight enhances the Carnivale.
Fragmentary text notes a yearly unit and growing business. It reports membership reaching 2 795 in Durham County, marking an increase from the prior year, with districtwide growth implied though details are incomplete.
The one room schoolhouse is fading in Canada as districts adopt larger, centrally located units with modern facilities. Radio, television, films, industrial arts, home economics, and up-to-date classrooms are common, with new schools featuring combined auditoriums, gyms, and specialized departments. Nova Scotia and Quebec pursue funding and consolidation, while Newfoundland and New Brunswick emphasize mixed approaches. the trend is toward enhanced equipment and teaching methods.
Dick Rutherford led Kirby entrants with a downhill win and top junior totals in three events at the Oshawa Ski Club Championships held east of Kirby over two weekends. Diane Alexander and Mrs. Donald McGee also earned top placements. snow prevented ski jumping.
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