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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 15, 1947
Page
4
An editorial essay laments war’s lingering impact and praises spring and renewal in Rural Life Week. It discusses butter rationing, margarine substitutes, and prices, expressing hope for fair Canadian butter pricing and the easing of wartime restrictions.
Park supporters urge local residents to donate to raise 2000 for Orono Community Memorial Park repairs. Only 365 so far. the board seeks ongoing weekly contributions, starting with $1.00 from many citizens to fund needed improvements and keep the park as a valued community asset.
Birth notices announce Linda Ruth, daughter of Ma and Mrs Glen C Hancock of Peterborough born May 1 1947 in Bowmanville Hospital. Also Douglas Arthur son of Mr and Mrs J Walker of Orono formerly Audrey Webber born May 12 1947 in Bowmanville Hospital.
The Orono Community Memorial Park Board urges public donations to maintain the park for local use. Outside picnics and gatherings require an application to Mr. Watson and a small fee of one dollar. Donations can be left with Alma Cuttesh or via mail to the park board.
Mr Henry Hoy suffered a weak spell last week and Mrs Jas Hoy had two more heart attacks. Families visiting included Miss Jean Fletcher with the Hilditchs and the Vannattos of Port Hope. Scout meeting in Sunday School room featured talks on light and speed. Mother's Day church attendance rose. baby James Kenneth Wilson baptized.
Community announcements recount visits among Newtonville residents and friends from Peterborough Oshawa Toronto Bow. Greenwood church events note presbytery attendance and upcoming YP A and W A activities. Baptisms and Mother's Day service mark a weekend in the parish with reflections and a McGill Brown wedding.
May 21 event notes a cold meat supper hosted by Kirby W A followed by a program. Next Sunday at the usual hour the LOC0F Lodge will parade to the church for divine service with the Ken dal Fife and Drum Band in attendance seeking a full house.
The Orono Public School operetta directed by Mr Neil Stewart will be in Town Hall on May 15 at 8 60 pm. admission 25c with free for children with parents. May 16 dance at Town Hall hosted by Heather Lodge with Rey Forrester and Popular Dance Band. 50c. May 20 Evening Bee meeting at Mrs A A Drummond. book returns to Mrs J C Tamblyn for forwarding.
Advertises Barred Rock chicks from a long established CBS breeder hatchery with over 1000 blood tested birds. Highlights livability and early continuous production of large eggs, weekly hatchings, and an offer to send circular and price list. Contact Donald E. Gibson in Bowmanville Ontario by Clarke 3811.
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