Beach articles from 1954, thanks to the Simmons family for their donation of scrap books containing all the Beach news of the day.
I assume these are all from the Hamilton Spectator
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Ask Commission Obtain Vote On School Addition
Hamilton Beach, Jan. 6 -- Members of the Burlington Beach Property Owners' Association were unanimous in their decision last evening that the Burlington Beach Commission give full consideration and investigation into the present and future needs of the Bell Cairn Memorial School by way of additional classroom accommodations, and present their findings to the taxpayers in form of a vote.
The need of two additional rooms at the school was discussed at length and the many disadvantages of sacrificing the present auditorium playroom. The general feeling was that the association should support the Home and School Association on their stand in the matter that the children in the community should have every possible advantage in their school life. In the absence of the president, Reginald Wheeler, Jack Kemp was the chairman for the evening. The report from the last commission meeting was read by the secretary, Mrs. F. Gilchrist. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $199.99 on hand.
H. W. Martin drew attention to the lights-being turned off at the Windermere Cut-off junction before daylight. Inquiry is to be made from Department of Highways in this matter. The president, Mr. Wheeler, had recommended that two evergreen trees be purchased and presented to the school property to be placed on either side of the cairn, thus having permanent trees for lighting at Christmas time. Mr. Kemp is to inquire into species etc., that would be suitable.
Ward Reports
All the wards were represented except ward four. Harry Shannik of ward three said the drains had been cleaned out immediately at the foot of Grafton Avenue when requested, but that Kenmore Boulevard is still in a deplorable state as to the deep drain ruts. He recommended a three-inch tile laid and covered. This would take the stagnant water away without too much cost. It was fully understood by the members that eventually in the future the Department of Highways would rectify all this drainage trouble when and if the new bayside highway is built.
Mr. and Mrs. C. Hewitt again asked for the support of the association in requesting the commission to erect a wire backstop adjoining their property on the school playground. The delegates to the commission meeting on Monday will be Mr. Wheeler, R. Eweles, Mr. Martin and Mr. Shannik. A vote of thanks was extended to the Yacht Club for the use' of their club rooms.
A cordial invitation is extended to the euchre social on Friday evening at the parish hall at 8.15 o'clock under the auspices of the W.A. of St. Andrews-by-the-Lake Church.
On Saturday morning from 9 o'clock on, the 25th Sea Scout Group will hold its monthly paper drive. Kindly have bundles tied and outside.
On Saturday evening the Hayseeds will hold their square and round dance at the school auditorium. J. Summerville will be there at 8 o'clock to give extra instruction for the younger people.
Presents Report
Mr. Francis gave the report of the delegates to the last Beach Commission meeting in regard to the vital day-by-day uses of the auditorium and stated what a detriment it would be to the school if the auditorium was converted into two classrooms. Mr. Francis said the program being presented was an example of the advantages children were getting.
Mrs. R. Hann and Mrs. Francis were the grade mothers who welcomed the parents at the door. Mr. Johnson thanked the association for having his class present at the meeting. An excellent film on civil defense was shown. Lunch was served by Mrs. W. Simmons and her committee.
Parents will notice that there has been a slight change of time schedules at the school. Starting today and through the winter months, for the convenience of pupils residing at the canal area who travel by bus, school classes will start five minutes earlier, 8:55 o'clock in the morning and 1:10 o'clock in the afternoon, and finish 10 minutes earlier at 3.35 p.m.
I assume these are all from the Hamilton Spectator
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Ask Commission Obtain Vote On School Addition
Hamilton Beach, Jan. 6 -- Members of the Burlington Beach Property Owners' Association were unanimous in their decision last evening that the Burlington Beach Commission give full consideration and investigation into the present and future needs of the Bell Cairn Memorial School by way of additional classroom accommodations, and present their findings to the taxpayers in form of a vote.
The need of two additional rooms at the school was discussed at length and the many disadvantages of sacrificing the present auditorium playroom. The general feeling was that the association should support the Home and School Association on their stand in the matter that the children in the community should have every possible advantage in their school life. In the absence of the president, Reginald Wheeler, Jack Kemp was the chairman for the evening. The report from the last commission meeting was read by the secretary, Mrs. F. Gilchrist. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $199.99 on hand.
H. W. Martin drew attention to the lights-being turned off at the Windermere Cut-off junction before daylight. Inquiry is to be made from Department of Highways in this matter. The president, Mr. Wheeler, had recommended that two evergreen trees be purchased and presented to the school property to be placed on either side of the cairn, thus having permanent trees for lighting at Christmas time. Mr. Kemp is to inquire into species etc., that would be suitable.
Ward Reports
All the wards were represented except ward four. Harry Shannik of ward three said the drains had been cleaned out immediately at the foot of Grafton Avenue when requested, but that Kenmore Boulevard is still in a deplorable state as to the deep drain ruts. He recommended a three-inch tile laid and covered. This would take the stagnant water away without too much cost. It was fully understood by the members that eventually in the future the Department of Highways would rectify all this drainage trouble when and if the new bayside highway is built.
Mr. and Mrs. C. Hewitt again asked for the support of the association in requesting the commission to erect a wire backstop adjoining their property on the school playground. The delegates to the commission meeting on Monday will be Mr. Wheeler, R. Eweles, Mr. Martin and Mr. Shannik. A vote of thanks was extended to the Yacht Club for the use' of their club rooms.
A cordial invitation is extended to the euchre social on Friday evening at the parish hall at 8.15 o'clock under the auspices of the W.A. of St. Andrews-by-the-Lake Church.
On Saturday morning from 9 o'clock on, the 25th Sea Scout Group will hold its monthly paper drive. Kindly have bundles tied and outside.
On Saturday evening the Hayseeds will hold their square and round dance at the school auditorium. J. Summerville will be there at 8 o'clock to give extra instruction for the younger people.
Present Film On Coronation At Auditorium
Hamilton Beach, Jan. 7 - A large number of parents and friends attended the meeting last evening of the Bell Cairn Memorial Home and School Association held at the auditorium. Mrs. W. Crawford, president, welcomed the students of grade eight who were the guests for Teen's Night. An invitation was extended to all adults and high school students to attend the showing of the film, A Queen is Crowned, by J. Arthur Rank, which will be shown at the auditorium tonight, (Thursday) at 8.15 o'clock. There will be no charge. The film is loaned for two days. The pupils already have had the opportunity of seeing it during school hours. Mrs. Crawford announced that plans are being made for a spring fair with full evening and daytime activity on Saturday, March 27. Membership cards can be procured from the convener, Mrs. E. McMenemy, between now and March. The class pennants for the parent count went to W. F. Johnson's class and the junior classes were Miss B. Smith and Miss B. Trask. Traffic safety habits was the well chosen topic given by the guest speaker, Keith Huffman, who stressed to the young people that safety habits practiced by them were formed into the minds of the young children. Ernest Francis introduced the speaker and Mrs. F. Gilchrist gave a vote of thanks. Excellent entertainment was provided. Bernard Butt gave two piano selections. A playlet on Homework was presented by pupils of grade eight, Joan Brown, Joan Ewles, Judy Gilchrist, Jim Walton, Dennis Langford. A square dance under direction of Miss Mary Willard was given by Norma Stodola, Susan Ramsden, Joan Brown, Geraldine Dibden, Bobbie Wil¬liams, Ronald Knowles, Jim Breakenridge, Doug Jardine.Presents Report
Mr. Francis gave the report of the delegates to the last Beach Commission meeting in regard to the vital day-by-day uses of the auditorium and stated what a detriment it would be to the school if the auditorium was converted into two classrooms. Mr. Francis said the program being presented was an example of the advantages children were getting.
Mrs. R. Hann and Mrs. Francis were the grade mothers who welcomed the parents at the door. Mr. Johnson thanked the association for having his class present at the meeting. An excellent film on civil defense was shown. Lunch was served by Mrs. W. Simmons and her committee.
Parents will notice that there has been a slight change of time schedules at the school. Starting today and through the winter months, for the convenience of pupils residing at the canal area who travel by bus, school classes will start five minutes earlier, 8:55 o'clock in the morning and 1:10 o'clock in the afternoon, and finish 10 minutes earlier at 3.35 p.m.