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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 27, 1940
Page
5
Between fourteen and fifteen dollars were cleared at the Red Cross dance on Wednesday evening last. It was a fine evening for dancing with the Rhythmers' Orchestra providing music. Stan Payne supervised the refreshments serving sandwiches and pop. The Society thanks all who helped make the event a success.
New traffic signal lamps are tested at the south end of the village and Cob Hill intersection. Officials report the flicker bulbs, used in signs, are on and off every few seconds and residents see improved safety despite unclear placement on poles.
Decoration Day services will occur on the last Sunday in June at the cemetery with a 3.30 p m start. The Band will meet at the band room and march to the cemetery, playing music. All Fraternal Societies and local ministers are invited to participate in the decorations and service.
Mr. and Mrs Wes Elliott of Kendall visited Mrs Jas Tamblyn. Jack Wade and Roy Berry called on friends in Lindsay. Geo Crowther of Newcastle visited Chas Wood. Miss Galloway stayed with the Rosboroughs. J J Mellor led an anniversary service in Elizabethville. Strawberries drew crowds to Kirby festival. Masons attended services in Newcastle. Robert Foster from Toronto plans a summer in the village. Enid Cobbledick visited Whitby nurse trainees. Clocks move forward at midnight. Women’s Institute catered Oshawa Collegiate teachers’ picnic. Funeral notices for C Batty Bowmenville and Mr McKay Kirkfield. Edna Best and Eileen Henderson visited Tor. Wedding bells for Orono. Willis Hutchison on honeymoon visiting relatives. Park Street W A hosted Oshawa St George’s Choir picnic. Mrs Thos Patterson returned from Cartwright. Movie attendance was light. picture frame removed. Ralph Garbut bought livestock and a horse. Newtonville Parks plan July 1 sports and a dance. Orono Red Cross meets July 4. sewing needed. Harry Mercer buys and relocates a building for gas pumps. Several Bowmanville Toronto visitors incl Mrs Adams and family. Carleton delivered a large rhubarb stalk from Tucker property.
The Orono Continuation School grants standing and exemptions to Upper School students for exams in listed subjects. Audrey Cooper, valedictorian, wins the Readers Digest Scholastic Achievement Award, with a year subscription and certificate to be presented at graduation.
The Globe and Mail reports motion-picture interests will shift to Monday July 15 for theatre shows across Canada in support of war savings efforts. The change earns broad commendation from Christian groups and the Lord's Day Alliance for respecting Sunday convictions while promoting patriotic funding through government stamps and certificates. George G. Webber, Lord's Day Alliance, Toronto, signs the letter.
The Salvation Army East Toronto Silver Band will perform in Orono Park on Sunday at 2 PM DST, followed by decoration day services at Orono Cemetery at 3:30 PM. The article notes community support for band music and upcoming performances, plus a request to update mailing labels and settle subscriptions.
Marion Jean Ruth daughter of the late J. A. Green announces engagement to Egerton Harold Hancock of Oshawa son of Mr and Mrs H E Hancock of Orono. Marriage planned shortly.
Britain has virtually replaced Germany as the leading supplier in the global toy market, signaling a shift in manufacturing dominance and export strength. Major toy firms and retailers note increased UK production and sales, with Germany yielding ground in price and variety.
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