The Westmount examiner, 28 décembre 1972, jeudi 28 décembre 1972

[" Making not just your house but all of Westmount your home Vol.XLIV, No.52 Man thrown from Renault in collision A two-car accident Saturday morning resulted in slight injuries to the driver of one of the vehicles, who was thrown from his car in the collision.Peter Howitt, 23, of the Town of Mount Royal, was proceeding west on The Boulevard when he drove through a red light at the intersection of Victoria avenue.He struck a 1971 Renault going south on Victoria, driven by Jean Marie Malavoy, 23, of Montreal.Mr.Malavoy hit his head on the pavement after being thrown from the vehicle on impact.He was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital, where X-rays of his skull were taken.He was then treated for slight injuries and released.Mr.Howitt was not injured.Lockless A Westmount patrolman on duty early Christmas morning found the lock removed from Cyril\u2019s Beauty Shoppe, 380A Victoria avenue, at 1:15 am.A stereo tape player had been removed from the premises, though the speakers were left intact.Detectives surmised vice grips had been used to remove the lock, which the thief had then taken away with him.Year of the policemen for Westmount The year of nineteen hundred and seventy-two can in many ways be considered \u2018\u2018the year of the policeman\u201d for Westmount and its citizens.The local man-in-blue not only kept the peace for the city, but caused a little furore himself in several sectors.In Quebec City, in accounting offices and council chambers of the Montreal Urban Community, at Westmount City Hall and the auditorium of Victoria Hall, and in the pages of The Examiner and SE FES ETAT DEAN de - I \u2018 Jai Westmount 215, P.Q., Thursday, December 28, 1972 106 FAVORITE CAROLS: Westmount Rotarians last week sang carols at the conclusion of their weekly luncheon meeting in city hall, led by this in-club, ad-hoc group of vocalists accompanied by David Yongson at the piano.Lending voice, left to right, are John Perry, George Sklivas and Leslie Griffiths.WEATHER Storms in the northern States, Council date set The January statutory meeting of Westmount City Council probably will be- held next Wednesday evening.No new business is expected beyond the regular reports.No word has yet been received from the Montreal Urban Community concerning the closing of de Maisonneuve boulevard through Westmount Park, according to City Clerk Ronald Seaman.other Montreal newspapers, Westmount police and those of other municipalities represented the central issue of an ongoing debate lasting from New Year's Day throughout the year.The debate centered not so much on the effectiveness of police per se as on the effectiveness of police integration, or the de-localization of Montreal Island police forces.Jan.1, 1972, meant the de jure control of Westmount policemen by the MUC, although in fact the 2200 NEXT WEEK'S By ERIC NEAL Janvary 110 6 P.\u2026 : .week for only \u20184 per year.andanother low-pressure system passing along our northern coast will bring to the St.Lawrence and Ottawa river valleys blustery winds, freezing drizzle, smog and 10 to 15 inches of fiuffy snow to mark the mild, sloppy partiat thaw usual for this last - quarter-to-new-moon week, the 15th before Easter.A bright, bitterly cold weekend follows.The deep freeze could extend into Florida and Louisiana.When the mercury says \u2018\u2019below zero,\u2019 no snow possible; the air is too dry.Only hexagon shaped ice needles or thin plates otf ice, also hexagon in shape, shimmering in hazy morning sunshine will be seen.Not so sweet A purse containing $100 cash was removed from the Sugar and Spice Shop in Alexis Nihon Plaza Friday at 7:05 pm.The victim said she had placed it down for a moment, and when she looked down to retrieve it, the purse was missing.No spark Police were notified last Wednesday night that the battery had been stolen from a 1964 Meteor parked in Alexis Nihon Plaza.men were pursuing their normal duties from their normal station with the same amount of payment for their services.Things had changed for West- mount citizens, however, who found their pockets being picked to pay for Montreal policemen as well, also part of the MUC force but not operating in Westmount.Appeal to commission Westmount Mayor Paul Ouimet made note of this fact on Jan.4, but said he and Montreal suburban mayors were complaining about the problem to the Quebec Municipal Commission.The Commission hearings took place in February and eight study committees were subsequently set up to examine the whole structure of the MUC.Westmount discovered on Jan.20 that it was being forced to pay costs for policing it never received, to the tune of $16 million.On Feb.24 this handy sum, added to the MUC takeover of payments for 1972 for West- mount Police, brought the total increase Westmounters would make to the MUC to 16 per cent.In December Westmount found that the MUC was not satisfied with that tax increase.For 1973 A snowblower valued at $600 was removed from the basement of 4998 de Maisonneuve boulevard last Thursday.Happy Christmas here Westmount Police reported a quiet Christmas Day on Monday, described as \u201cexcellent\u201d by Deputy Chief Sidney Ashford.Four traffic accidents occurred during the holiday, though none resulted in injuries.The fire department was called upon four times: all four calls were considered minor.Dejeweled A locked door at 3011 St.Antoine street was forced open last Thursday, and there was evidence that someone had rummaged through drawers and cases in the building.Westmount Police say some jewelry has been reported missing, though a complete list is not yet available.Cash leak Westmount Police were told last Thursday that $232 in petty cash had been removed from an office at 4342 Sherbrooke street.The cash had been taken \u2018\u2018over a period of time,\u201d police said.Detectives are investigating\u2019 Check-out A $156 welfare check was reported stolen from 18 Weredale Park Saturday afternoon.The check had been placed in the hallway of the building along with the rest of the mail.Party-pooper A coat and wallet were removed from Dawson College during a party Friday evening.they wanted a further 35 per cent hike in payments by the city.Although it should be noted that not quite all of the most recent increase can be attributed to police costs, Westmounters are well aware that they are in the middle of a railroad yard concerning the whole MUC takeover of police services, both financially and realistically.In August the realism became apparent to Westmount citizens.The Examiner published an editorial (Aug.31) revealing the recommendations of MUC Police Today's World \u201cWho says I can\u2019t go over to the Remsen\u2019s with the price tag on my coat?\u201d Snowblower fumes fell man using it A woman called Westmount Police last week to say a man who had been pushing a snowblower along Aberdeen avenue had collapsed on the sidewalk.Patrolmen answering the call could not determine the man\u2019s problem, but rushed him to Montreal General Hospital.He was diagnosed to have suffered carbon monoxide fumes from the snowblowing equipment.The man was treated and later released, little the worse for wear.Calculated An electronic calculator and a typewriter worth $1,200 were removed from an office at 4999 Ste.Catherine street west during the holiday weekend.The theft was reported to Westmount Police Tuesday morning.Detectives said they found no signs of a forceable entry.Rat bites boy of 7 A 17-year-old boy was bitten by a rat on Devon avenue on Sunday, Dec.17.The boy apparently saw the rat in the street and said it crawled up his leg, biting him on the thumb.citizens Director Daigneault suggesting reorganization of police forces on Montreal island and the virtual destruction of Westmount's own public security.According to the report, Westmount would lose its own station and receive the services of a police station located in Ville Emard, three miles from the city, of just over two police vehicles (2.31), and of an undisclosed number of policemen.Quebec repercussions The revelation had repercussions as far away as Quebec City, with resolutions from City Council, petitions from the Westmount Municipal Association and Westmount High School, létters from individuals to Kevin Drummond, Jerome Choquette, Mr.Tessier, Mayor\u2019 Ouimet, and The Examiner.All (or nearly all) praised the high quality of the Westmount police and pleaded for its retention.Ultimately, West- Continued on page two 1 Ë Lwcisratnser will be closed 1 pm Friday until :30 am Tuesday 2 - The Westmount Examiner, Thursday, December 28, 1972 Second issue out of Spectrum paper By MARK ELLWOOD Last week the second issue of Spectrum, the school newspaper, came out.It was larger than the first issue, containing eight instead of four pages.Unlike other years when the only articles written were cries of lack of school spirit and documentaries on.the poor condition of the school, this newspaper contained various articles which ranged from the humor of chess and Christmas holidays to the seriousness of war and religion.The paper was much better than the first issue although some students still felt the photography was a bit lacking.From reports l\u2019ve heard, last Thursday's Junior Corn Show wasn't too good (but then who said it had to be?), although the senior one was a great success.Among the highlights were Roberto Cucci who came on dressed once again as Dracula and told vampire jokes, myself and Pieter Botman in a spoof on grand prix wrestling, and the teachers who came on with a surprise skit.At the end of the show a rock band was to come on and play for a half hour but students don\u2019t usually seem too fond of this sort of thing and about half the audience left after a few minutes.All in all, though, the show was well done.$50 is raised Last Friday afternoon the Foster Child Club held a square School High dance and collected about $50 in donations and from the sale of drinks and cookies.It was the last afternoon of school so not too many students showed up (can IRVINE ELECTRIC INC Better electrical work, our current affair Electrical Contractor, 1206 Notre Dame Street West, Montreal 102 For industrial, commercial or residential installations, modifications, maintenance and upkeep call us at: 935-1131 Canadians can keep ambulances and fire engines where they belong\u2014in the garage\u2014this holiday season by taking common sense precautions, the Canada Safety Council says.\u2018First be a friend - then a host\u201d is a good guideline for festive parties which too often lead to traffic mishaps, James Thackray, president of the council, said in a holiday message.Hosts should adopt a sense of responsibility toward guests who have to drive home, he said.That one for the road might very well put the guest off the road.\u2018The average person\u2019s system can absorb a 1':-ounce drink of spirits or a 12-ounce bottle of beer an hour.The guest who overdoes it despite the be st intentions of the host should b seri home in a taxi.The office pariy is potentially dangerous for employees who drive to work.A number of firms solve this problem by asking you blame them?), although enough to have a fairly good dance.Incidentally, Daniel Freedman won the junior public speaking contest a couple of weeks back with a topic on multiple choice questions.The runner-up was Audrey Miller who spoke on apathy.WESTMOUNT Y.M.C.A.SKI SCHOOL P Murray Hill Park ré Starting January 13, to March 3, 1973 Cost \u201815.00 SATURDAY CLASSES A) 9:30 - 11:00 B) 11:00 - 12:30 C) 1:30 - 3:00 4585 Sherbrooke St.West 9 to 12 years 6 to 8 years 6 to 12 years Register in person or by mail (Full payment must accompany registration WESTMOUNT Y.M.C.A.937-3916 Be a better host: watch over your guests\u2019 road condition employees not to drive to work the day of the party and arranging transportation home after the event.A snack with coffee at the end of the party wiil not sober up guests but it will gain valuable time for the body to eliminate the alcohol.However, guests who try to sober up with a lot of coffee, cold showers and exercise merely turn themselves into wide-awake drunks whose functions remain impaired by alcohol.En route to a family holiday or parties, driv.rs should make sure they can see out of all windows and that their vel icles, including lights, can be seen.In this season combining sl'ppery roads, dense traffic and darting pedestrians, drivers should make sure there is enough spac - between them and cars ahe «da 1d be nind in which to stop safely in the event of an emergency.Turning to home accidents, studies show alcohol is a major factor in falls, fires and cuts, dissipating the fallacy that heading home before engaging in heavy drinking ensures a safe holiday.Falls are the most common home accidents.Ice-free walks around the house prevent accidents.Securing a firm footing when putting up decorations is essential.If available, taller people should decorate places out of reach of other people rather than employing makeshift lad- ers With a lot of people around, main walking areas should be freed of potential hazards such as foot stools.Policemen .Continued from page one mount\u2019s representative in Quebec received petitions from the WMA which held 8,000 signatures; 297 signatures were collected in two days from Westmount High School; 35 people showed up at one City Council meeting and more than 1,000 people appeared at a special meeting of the Westmount Municipal Association to discuss the subject.The reaction from Mr.Drummond to the overwhelming citizen concern was inconclusive.He accused WMA organizers as \u201cappealing to emotions.\u201d He reminded Westmounters several times that the proposal was merely a \u2018working paper.\u201d He claimed he had no authority over the matter, since Bill 281, which created the MUC force in the first place, was \u201claw.\u201d His sentiments were not accepted by The Examiner or, for that matter, by Justice Minister Choquette, who offered slight changes in the bill during November, thus proving that it was not infallible.Reply by Westmount Locally, discussions and proposals culminated in the filing last week of the city's official comments on the Daigneault report with Mr.Daigneault.The comments suggested the report was far from complete, but that what was proposed was unacceptable to Westmount.\u201cWe will not accept any loss of local control,\u201d the official document read, \u2018\u2018or of our police station, any reduction in the number of or dispersal of our police personnel or equipment, or any loss or impairment of our existing police communications.\u201d The above statement might be considered a New Year\u2019 resolution for the City of West- mount.While 1972 was a year of discussion, argument and disagreement, 1973 well may be the year of action.City officials will keep a close eye on in- tegration\u2014or disintegration\u2014 procedures with a firm resolve to maintain some control over the process.professional cards .HUGH SAVAGE 6th Floor and COMPANY Chartered Accountants 1310 Greene Avenue North of de Maisonneuve 937-9227 pe A re Season's Greetings SY q YH a \u2014 TR | 366.4551 VETERANS TAXI ASS'N res semmmnEm=1 ! where were ll they going ?! Losey gong.The following calls were answered by the Westmount Fire - Brigade during the past week.Dec.20 7:55 am: 3 Hillside, internal fire alarm sounding; Dec.21 7:14 am: 3 Hillside, internal false alarm; Dec.22 10:05 am: 39 Prospect, strange odor; 10:48 am: Sherbrooke and Redfern, strange odor; 11:49 am: Westmount Square, apt.3, burnt toast; Dec.23 11:43 am: 4039 Tupper, internal alarm; 2:40 pm: 352 Lansdowne, burnt fuse; 2:50 pm: 1336 Greene, burnt fuse; Dec.24 3:10 am: 4998 de Maisonneuve, garbage fire; 5:15 am: 750 Lexington, no cause for alarm; Dec.25 7:30 am: opposite 3231 St.Antoine, gas leak; 8:24 am: 218 Edgehill road, defective smoke pi 9:33 am: 32 Thornhill, ashes on Stolen Chargex brings arrest at Pant City A salesman from Pant City in Alexis Nihon Plaza called Westmount Police Tuesday to report the use of a stolen Chargex card.A 20-year-old Montreal resident had attempted to purchase a pair of pants and two shirts totalling $8.94 with the card.Police arrested the man and later released him pending formal charges.At his arraignment the man said he had been given the card by a friend, who had found it last June.The card is the property of a Montreal resident.Study goes on of site use at Atwater The city is still giving detailed study to the two entries in its competition of proposals for the development of the vacant land, owned by the city, bounded by Atwater avenue, Dorchester boulevard west, Tupper street and the proposed extension of Wood avenue, Planning and Redevelopment Commissioner Charles Aspler reported to city council recently.\u201cWe are still studying the matter, we have reached no conclusion and I have nothing to report,\u2019\u2019 he responded to the item on the agenda which called for a lawn; 4:14 pm: 1 Westmount Square, steam scare; Dec.26 2:17 pm: 400 Kensington, alarm ringing.FLORIDA Fly to Florida or anywhere in him before leaving.Westmount ca \u2014 and arrange to have your car delivered by calling Montreal Drive Away Service.A bonded driver will deliver your car to your destination \u2014 he will pick it vp at your home \u2014 giving you a chance to meet Montreal Drive Away Service's drivers are carefully screened and selected.References available on request.MONTREAL DRIVE AWAY SERVICE LTD.4018 St.Catherine St.West Est.1963 BOUND?North Ameri- SLA (ERE 2180 Mountain Street Hower Desiquang Qualetg w Sherbrooke\u2019 JOLIET e HE RSR RS RONA 1 SET YT Thursday, December 28, 1972 - 3 0 WATCH REPAIRS oy 5 Certified Wotchmakers ESTABLISHED 1899 HMAN\u2019S = ad f é PLATES FOR AUTHOR: W.Earle McLaughlin, 67 Sunnyside avenue, chairman and president of The Royal Bank of Canada, receives a mounted replica of press plates used in printing the article \u2018How Sovereign is Canada\u2019s Economy\u2019\u2019 which appeared in recent issues of Reader\u2019s Digest and Selection du Reader\u2019s Digest.Digest President E.Paul Zimmerman (right), 4449 de Maison- neuve boulevard, makes the presentation.The article, written by Mr.McLaughlin, examines economic relations between Canada and the United States.\u201creport on results of the study of tenders received from Wotton Holdings Limited and Sun Investment Corp.\u201d The land is residue from expropriations for the widening of Dorchester boulevard and earlier had been the site of a proposed twin-tower apartment project, since abandoned.*, FOR SALE Royal Trust \"THE SIGN THAT SELLS\" Mr.John Aird Mrs.Jane Allan Mrs.Catherine Barton Mr.Douglas W.Baxter Mrs.Joan Colby Mrs.Margaret Evans Mr.Craig Groves Mr.Warren Hills Mrs.Julie Keefer Mrs.Valerie Kyle Mrs.Barbara Ferguson Mr.J.R.Quinlan, F.R.).Manager Reddy credit A wallet and credit cards were removed from a purse in the common room of the Reddy Memorial Hospital last Tuesday evening, Dec.19, between 7:30 and 8:00.Westmount Police believe the thief is still using the credit cards.EE I JEWELLERS WE.3-4046 1216 Greene Ave.C ITY \u20ac « JOUNT No building permits were issued at city hall during the past week.Chess program at Unity Club There is an active chess program within the Unity Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Club, 1090 Greene avenue.The Club held its second novice tournament on Nov.15.llan Vardi, 15, won this event after defeating Victor Lamparski, 12 in a playoff match.Both players had finished the tourney with 4 wins and no lusses, and 36 participated.A match was played between Unity and East End on Nov.17 and 24.Unity won by scores of 8-2 and 6-4.The following events were scheduled for December: (1) Novice tournament: This event is for the benefit of beginners or those with limited experience.The tourney will be played on Dec.13 starting at 6:30 pm.Everyone plays 5 games.À trophy will be awarded to the winner as well as prizes to others with good results.Free entry to members, others 50 cents.(2) A friendly match will take place between Unity and Devonshire Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Club on Dec.11 and 18.(3) Chess instruction for beginners starts on Dec.28.Buying or Selling for residential real estate MONTREAL'S LARGEST REALTOR Office Open Saturdays to serve you better our expert staff: Contact with confidence, in confidence 933-9184 487-4791 481-9157 937-1594 935-8625 932-6329 481-6360 482-8647 932-5464 737-6911 488-8423 Mme Mareille Mrs.Mrs.Mrs.Mrs.Mrs.Mrs.Mrs.G.Strous Mr.Aubrey Wassyng Royal Mrs.Claudette Limoges Miss M.Loofbourow Muriel Maclsaac Joan McCallum Joan McGuigan Elizabeth Paul Nicole Powell Dorothy Raich Mr.Mark Rost 481-5907 486-7650 937-6191 935-8009 935-8154 489-7150 481-9915 487-6069 482-4793 738-3796 487-2907 937-6674 Trust Lavery 4145 Sherbrooke St.W.932-2936 « .@Sha no QQ Arias a510 LEWSPapças CON Le ng THE Examiner Making net just your house but all of Westmount your home WESTMOUNT Published Every Thursday by J.W.Sancton & Sons Ltd., 4630 St.Catherine Street West, Westmount 215, P.Q.Editorial, Accounting, Circulation, Display Advertising Departments 932-3157 Classified Advertising, 8.30 a.m.to 5 p.m.weekdays (To 8:00 p.rn.Mondays and Tuesdays ) 931-7531 The Examiner aims to be an independent, clean newspaper for the home, devoted to public service.Carrier and mail subscriptions $4.50 per year: $2.50 half year; 2 years $8.75; 3 years, $12.75.Ten cents a copy.Member of the Canadian Community Newspapers Association, : Quebec Weekly Newspapers Association.\u2019 Second class mail registration number 1760 4 - Thursday, December 28, 1972 Now local zoning powers threatened QUEBEC centralizers have gone mad.Now it is local zoning.Perhaps more than anything, ballot-box power in communities determines the character of towns and cities.Neighborhoods reflect what people in them want or will tolerate.People can be too sticky and they can be too lax.But zoning is in their hands, where it belongs.Distant politicians and their functionaries are no substitute.We could laud Municipal Affairs Minister Tessier if he put forward legislation to assure minimum standards, prevent uncontrolled sprawl, ban eyesores.But he goes too far if, as reported, he proposes to make the Quebec Planning and Development Bureau \u2018\u2018ultimately responsible for all urban development in the province.\u201d No longer may local affected taxpayers protest local zoning changes of which they do not approve by forcing referenda.\u201cInstead,\u201d says this news of folly from Quebec, \u201cthey must appeal to the director of urban planning at the Quebec department of municipal affairs to have the zoning changes reversed.\u201d Thus, another bureau and a bureaucracy are proposed to obliterate yet another vital power of local government.And appeal, instead of to fellow citizens who by and large should know best, is to be to a bureaucrat who not only is far away but has a vested interest in upholding the decisions, good and bad, of the lesser bureaucrats under him.This is the classic governmental \u2018\u2018reform™ of the present Quebec government, and we say it is obnoxious and indefensible by any measure of democracy and good sense.Quebec meddles in taxi business QUEBEC centralizers have gone mad.Now it is taxicabs.If ever there was a role for metropolitan government, this long has been one of them.But it certainly is not the province's.The issuing of permits for and regulation of taxis is a stupid mish-mash on Montreal island.It is asinine for each municipality, including Westmount.to have its fingers in a business which should have no local borders.Even so, it is not Quebec's role either.The politicians and bureaucrats down-river cmc vem ts _ PE are too far removed from the reality of the metropolis to really know what is required in numbers, colors and, so help us, dome-lights of hacks.The government and its ineffectual, me- too opposition have more abiding concerns than this eternal meddling in municipal authority, be it the MUC or Trois-Pistoles.Pointe Claire idea may be last resort Sir: I applaud your resolutions for the coming year and your change of heart about Pointe Claire's method of dealing with the MUC.Their method may be our last resort.What results did we get with our meetings, protests and petitions?A big fat nothing! Some soothing drivel from our representative in Quebec! \u2018Don\u2019t worry, everything will be alright in Westmount,\u201d says the Hon.Mr.Drummond.Well, I do worry! Things won't be alright if 1 am forced to give up my home because the taxes have risen all out of proportion.Don\u2019t forget that all these taxes (municipal, school, MUC, sales, cigaret, liquor, etc.) are considered \u2018\u2018income,\u201d and are taxed as thus.I wish you could show in your much-appreciated weekly what the actual amounts come to! It is quite shocking.The *\u2018truth in lending\u2019 regulations force banks and stores to state the actual annual rate of interest.Something similar should apply to the above-mentioned taxes.Why should a property-owner be saddled with a school tax, when Quebec regulates education.Let it be a provincial tax instead of a municipal one.i Why should a property owner pay for anything but a municipal police force?Riot-control and organized crime are mentioned as the cause of the enormous MUC police budget.What about the Quebec Provincial Police, and the RCMP?Don\u2019t they have facilities and manpower to deal with such matters\u201d?Why should I as a property owner.or rather as somebody who bought a house to live in, pay for that?Why not all the people of Canada.or at least all the people of Quebec?Municipal taxes are for local necessities and niceties, not for the defense department, and not for MUC's special forces\u2019 It is not fair, and a horrendous farce.A \u2018budget that cannot be opposed, or limited, by anyone.\u2018Ask, and it shall be given to you.\u2019- seems to be the MUC's policy.Why the vote on the budget?It is insulting.Where on earth, in a democratic system, can one be assessed to pay tax and Hon.C.M.Drury says.A year-end round-up The last few working days which close out the calendar year are inevitably very busy for ministers and their departments.While there are not necessarily all that many activities, programs or projects which terminate or begin automatically by virtue of a statute on the first day of the New Year, it is psychologically an appropriate moment to finish off certain matters and launch others.This is particularly true this year in view of the immediacy of the new parliament which opens Jan.4.The development of the speech from the throne has occupied a great deal of my colleagues\u2019 time in cabinet, in caucus, and in consultations with senior departmental officials.New policy initiatives A great deal of time is invested in the process of identifying and developing new policy initiatives for the government to bring before parliament.These proposals are then weighed against a general set of criteria which serve to evaluate them in relation to the government's overall policy objectives and available resources.The number of proposals is slowly but surely whittled down to a package that can reasonably be expected to be ready in legislative form for parliament.The Treasury Board secretariat, having just completed drafting the guidelines for the implementation of the new phase of the policy for bilingualism in the public service, is in the process of developing detailed discussions with department heads, staff associations and the Public Service Commission.These will commence early in the New Year under the general supervision of the new secretary of the Treasury Board, Gordon Osbaldeston, formerly deputy minister of consumer and corporate affairs, and prior to that deputy secretary of the Treasury Board.Projects for Westmount The preliminary selection of Local Initiatives Projects is intended to terminate on Dec.31, although some marginal projects probably will be funded after re-examination early in January.Already.several of the many interesting projects located in the constituency of Westmount have been approved for not have a voice in how much and on what it is spent?Surely we don\u2019t have to support such an unfair, undemocratic, inefficient bungle! Alderman Leeds Nelson calls it a disaster about which he can do nothing.Shame! Almost any group these days has bargaining power.There are strikes, sit- ins, withholding of services, arbitrations.And we can do nothing?Are we just sheep, that pay and pay and I say, let's join Pointe Claire, and withhold the money.Maybe then Bourassa will at least acknowledge that we exist and give us some explanations.Maria M.Botman 360 Kensington avenue, WESTMOUNT 215.\"Positive attitude\u2019 wins endorsement Sir: Referring to your editorial of Dec.21, 1 can do no more than wholeheartedly agree with the positive attitude you propose to adopt for the coming year.1 do believe no one has ever regretted sinning from an over-positive attitude, but one can ruefully consider erring negatively.The general attitude of passive ac- Continued on page five grants, and I am hoping to visit many of them in 1973, as I did with other projects funded by earlier OFY and LIP programs.These are but a few of the activities that are winding up at the present time which serve to keep many members in Ottawa between Christmas and New Year's.I would hope that the constituents of Westmount have been able, in spite of travel difficulties, to achieve the reunions planned and perhaps even to have been able to get away for some skiing or some sun.To all of you, my very best wishes for a Happy New Year.32 it, 1 Üsamaner the Files Thirty-five Years Ago December 30, 1937 \u201cSeason tickets for skating at the Westmount Athletic Grounds rink are now available, and may be obtained at the clubhouse office, 4350 St.Catherine street.The rink will be open Saturday, New Year\u2019s Day, from ten in the morning to six at night.The rink is a spacious one, and special provision has been made for those wishing to do fancy skating.À section has been boarded off in the centre of the regular rink for this purpose.\u201d Twenty-five Years Ago December 24, 1947 \u201cHR.Beaumont, of 2 de Casson road, has been appointed steamship passenger traffic manager of the Canadian Pacific Railway, it was announced on Saturday.\u201cNew manager of the Bank of Montreal\u2019s main Westmount branch, at the corner of Greene and Western avenues, is William M.Jackson.In charge of the Hull office for the past four and a half years, Mr.Jackson succeeds Athol D.Horne, Westmount manager since June 1945, who will shortly take over the management of the bank\u2019s Peel street branch.\u201d Fifteen Years Ago December 27, 1957 \u201cSkiffle\u2014a new word around music circles\u2014is taking the city by storm, in the form of a skiffle combo, the \u2018Applejacks,\u2019 made up of four West End boys.Skiffle is a form of music, undoubtedly.and if you dig the beat.you're solid, man, solid.Though it is comparatively new to this country, teenagers who have been confronted with it have quickly taken up the new beat.\u201d Five Years Ago December 28, 1967 \u201cSelby street is becoming the site of another traditional Fire Brigade event, the annual Selby Christmas weekend fire.Last year 323 Selby was stricken by a multi-alarm blaze that had firemen struggling all though the night.This year the visil was to a next door neighbor, 347 Selby.The fire, apparently started by playing children, burnt its way up through the back of the building and was eventually contained in the roof planking.\u201d e You Say.Continued from page four ceptance already has done too much to reenforce the assurance of Mr.Bourassa\u2019s government in railroading through legislation, unbaked and disorganizing measures.Mr.Bourassa sees himself as the savior of Quebec social peace, but at no time in our history has a leader so well paved the way for an unruly revolution.He has surrounded himself with a cohort of either very effective vandals bent on destroying all the good of our historical and traditional ways, or with ineffectual, silent followers uttering pacifying non- senses to the population in hope to hide their evil long enough to forestall retribution in their time.The informed and well-bred electors are discovering this, but their naturally pacific ways have lured them in using the traditional civil methods of resolving the conflicts.Unfortunately the present provincial leaders do not understand this language; they understand only the power of the majority, their own present one in the cabinet, or the power of strength itself.So, it is with great hope I read your editorial, since it could be instrumental in having intelligent and pacific people show the necessary unity and strength to oppose this phalange, redirect or replace it, before more violent forces destroy peace on our earth, in our country, our province, our City! F.A.Leclaire 3209 St.Antoine street, WESTMOUNT 215.School Board stand on Bill 71 scored Sir: The last paragraph in your article on Bill 71 (Dec.14) states: \u2018\u201cWestmount\u2019s school commissioners also expressed sympathy for the plight of English- speaking Roman Catholics who are not represented in the proposed school board structure.\u201d Was this sentiment expressed in the telegram which the school commissioners sent to Dr.Cloutier?If it was, do the commissioners feel that an expression of \u201csympathy\u201d would be strong ~nough?What is at stake here is the rights of a minority, not with respect to con- fessionality, but with respect to language.7S RE These rights should be of concern to our commissioners, since they also find themselves in the position of an English- speaking minority.If these gentlemen do not now take a stronger position on the rights of English Catholics for representation as an English- speaking minority, how can they expect to be immune from similar treatment by the Francophone majority in the future?S.Kennedy 4823 St.Catherine street west, WESTMOUNT 215.\u2018Canada in Quebec\u2019 surveys Liberal ills Sir: A lengthy study of the recent federal election was concluded and discussed at our last weekly meeting.We feel that the Liberal Party brass might well start listening to some of us nobodies out here in the streets.Our findings show that while most of our pundits\u2019 given \u2018\u201c\u2018reasons\u201d had some tangential or factorial influence, they do not, even when added up, come close to explaining the decline in strength.The patient has a fundamental ailment which must be recognized and treated first if he is to recover.All the hasty application of band-aids to presumed sores only serves to accentuate the people\u2019s perception of the brainlessness rampant in the boardroom of their directors.For instance, we can now affirm with certainty that the changes in unemployment insurance did not hurt the party, rather it retained or attracted countless votes that would otherwise have gone to the NDP, for whom there is a real trend going in this country.For every individual in the social circles of Mr.Drury or Mr.Turner who went Conservative for that reason, there were at least 20 who rallied to the Liberals for it.What dunderhead in the cabinet fathered the idea that our average well-paid worker on the good side of things resents the basic living he can count on if misfortune comes to him, or the few extra cents he may be assessed?Historically the Liberal Party has been the party of the common man, the average citizen, the protector of the weak among us from the rapacity of the strong, the arbiter of such fair-sharing as is possible between the lucky and the unlucky, the proponent of the principle that we are all one big union, and the forum of free discussion and protest, with the back-bench member SANA Coe The Westmount Examiner, Thursday, December 28, 1972 - 5 encouraged and heard.We find that during the past decade the Liberal Party has been steadily losing this identity outside Quebec, and even here the first twinges of alienation are being felt.It is in this alienation that the root cause of the rejection must be sought, in the prevailing mentality and thinking within the party at the top.In short, the Liberal Party is suffering from a self-imposed separation from increasing masses of the Canadian people.We predict this trend will inexorably continue.Perhaps a statement made to one of us by a back-bench Liberal member from Ontario could give us a clue here.He said, \u201cWe are told from the cabinet how to vote and that is all there is to it.If you want to stay in with the party, you go along with this.\u201d Regarding Mr.Marchand\u2019s repeated assertion that the loss was due to an anti- French reaction, we find there were almost as few who actually voted against the Liberals for that reason as there were who rejected them because of the liberalized unemployment benefits.However, there is substantial evidence on this point that a tangible beginning of such a reaction has been created and will increase.Of the many examples of naive arrogance and simple stupidity chargeable to the past administration, those affected in the implementation of the bicultural policy stand out as the most blatantly inept.In our questioning of some hundreds of native French Quebecers, we were told overwhelmingly that their leaders in Ottawa are badly misinterpreting their aspirations.Many suggest this is a deliberate policy for political purposes.For instance, a solid majority of them state that Mr.Real Caouette in philosophy, concept and preachment embodies and represents French Quebec far more truly than Mr.Pelletier.Is it really essential that we keep Mr.Trudeau there to \u2018\u2018save\u201d Canada?We find that most non-separatist French Quebecers are quietly proud of Caouette, in full agreement with his concept of Canada as one nation, and would support him acclaimingly if he were just in the Liberal Party.That has been their Party so long now they feel mostly it must remain their Party for Ottawa.Surely there must be many eligible French- Canadians similar to Mr.Caouette in outlook, Canadian citizenship and detente courage, who could be brought forward in in the Liberal Party to solve and settle for all Canadians this harmful, exasperati and largely manufactured \u2018\u2018Frenc problem.\u201d May we explain that this study was carried out by some 17 interested members of our group here in Montreal, six residing in country ridings throughout Quebec, and 13 corresponding members scattered across Canada, including two in Alberta.The target for each of them was a fair cross-section of all social strata and classes.We find as great a majority in agreement with this consensus among the professional and business people as among the so-called blue-collar workers.Eigh hundred and forty-seven were polled and listened to.We found most people very willing, indeed anxious, to talk.We find that the magnitude of the alienation will demand fundamental change in Liberal Party thinking Perhaps Mr.Diefenbaker was right in his denunciation of Pearson's two-nation concept of Canada.People everywhere are disturbed about the insidious fragmentation of the country into-10 more or less independent \u201cpartners\u201d in a loose \u2018confederation.Their concern about this will continue to have far more effect on how they vote than any examples of waste and incompetency unearthed by the auditor-general.Incidentally, the treatment of that official is one more example of what has become wrong with the Liberal Party.As a by-product of our study, we find that the original \u2018\u2018Trudeaumania\u2019 arose not from any charisma emanating from Mr.Trudeau personally, but sprang from a genuine feeling, widely spread at that time, that Canada had not been \u201cfair\u201d to the French minority.The times demanded another Sir Wilfrid Laurier.Unfortunately, the management abilities Laurier showed just aren't there.In fact, there is no one in the cabinet at this time who could replace him to any advantage for the Party.Certainly not either Sharp, Drury or Turner.In nearly all our pollings, only Mr.Bryce Mackasey came out with consistently high approval.For the working population of Canada whostill need the real Liberal Party, will Mr.Mackasey please reconsider?Leonard F.McRae, Secretary Canada in Quebec, 4771 Sherbrooke street west, WESTMOUNT 215.HEE Bilingual play is hit at Westmount Par School A short, bilingual play written by members of the sixth grade French class at Westmount Park School was presented recently to the entire student body of the school in two performances.The play, complete with costumes and scenery, was created by Mrs.Elaine Holden, an interested\u2014and French\u2014 mother whose enthusiasm overflowed onto the students.The eight pupils spent a month working on the play, on Monday and Friday afternoons and before and after school during the week.\u201cAu Clair de la Lune\u201d is a delightful play, designed not only to teach French to the actors but to the audience as well, as four \u201cdandies\u2019\u2019\u2014three English and one French\u2014watch the action from the sidelines.They play games with the words being used in the performance itself, but usually come up with proper definitions of French words.Sometimes they have to ask the audience for help.Meanwhile, at centre stage, the song of \u2018\u2018Au Clair de la Lune\u201d is enacted, with a French \u2018\u2018neighbor\u201d trying to borrow a pen and candle from an Englishman with a French name (Pierrot) and a French wife but who, nevertheless, does not understand French.After several frustrating and humorous attempts to get his message across, the \u2018neighbor\u2019 goes next door to the house of a ravishing blonde.Once she gets him a pen and candle, the two feast their eyes on each other, forget their past concerns, and madly embrace.The curtain falls.All of the parts are played by girls, as Mrs.Holden explained she found it easier working with EA Sm?them than with boys.The only exception was Gordon McJannet, who managed the light and sound in the school\u2019s auditorium.\u201c1 love these girls passionately,\u201d Mrs.Holden said as her enthusiasm reached its peak.\u201cI really enjoyed doing this.\" Gary Muzin and Marcia Liwski, French teachers at the school who helped Mrs.Holden, were equally excited.They sat through both performances, the first for the upper classes and the second for kindergarten, first and second-graders at the school.Principal A.L.Tedford also took x SL , DM ide.PLAYING THEIR ROLES: Sixth-grade French students at Westmount Park School performing in a handmade rendition of \u201cAu.Clair de la Lune.\u201d Performers are, from left to right, Diane Gaty, Liane Desmarais, Mimi Laliberte, Jennifer Laskey, Francine Elvidge, Jennifer Jones, Kerry Hellmann, Helene Udy and Lila Spritzer.Behind-the-scenes participants include curtain monitor Suzanne Mills, monitor Kim Baizer, announcer Avery Gibbard and technician Gordon McJannet.in both events, obviously enjoying every minute.The 10 actress writer - directors ended both performances by giving Mrs.Holden a bouquet of flowers in appreciation of her hard work.Freddie FIX IT.Z TCs think that Freddie's Quite a smarty Because he crashed Their New Year's party.JOHN WATSON LIMITED Hartley Barber, President PLUMBING & HEATING CONTRACTORS DAY AND NIGHT SERVICE | Service & Quotations on request 368 VICTORIA AVE.| 487-1760 rv 6 - The Westmount Examiner, Thursday, December 28, 1972 ; Xe AT THE CHURCH OF YOUR CHOICE ANGLICAN ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCHOF ST.MATTHIAS WESTMOUNT THE ADVENT Cote st.Antoine Road PARK CHURCH Corner ot Wood and Archdeacon J.N.Doidge (UNITED) Maisonneuve, Westmount The Rev\u2019d.F.H.K.Greer The Rev'd Eric Dungan, M.A.CHRISTMAS | Lansdowne Ave.and Maisonneuve The Rey\u2018d.Canon S.B.Lindsay 5:00 AM.Holy Eucharist Rey.J.E.Nix, B.A.B.D, S.T.M.CHRISTMAS! 8:00 A.M.Holy Eucharist 10:30 A.M.The Sung Eucharist (Church School & Nursery facilities) HOLY EUCHARIST DURING THE WEEK: FEAST OF CIRCUMCISION OF CHRIST Monday, Janvary 1 - 5:45 P.M.Wednesday -9:30 A.M.Friday -8:00 A.M.Saturday - January 6th, 5:30 P.M.Solemn High Mass Organist and Director of Music Donald Mackey ST.STEPHEN'S DORCHESTER and ATWATER Lt.Col.The Rev'd George B.Fee DECEMBER 31st 10:30 A.M.Morning Prayer Eustace Tait, A.R.C.C.O.Organist and Choir Director WELCOME TOALL 9:30 A.M.Holy Eucharist: Sermon The Rev'd.F.H.K.Greer 11:00 A.M.Mattins: Sermon The Rev'd F.H.K.Greer NEW YEAR'S DAY 10:00 A.M.Holy Eucharist WEDNESDAY 10:00 A.M.Holy Eucharist Stephen A.Crisp, A.R.C.O., Organist and Choirmaster.EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER 285 Clarke Ave., Westmount Rev.Helmut Saabas Mrs.Harold Pedersen Organist 11.00 a.m.The Service and Nursery BAPTIST 11:00 AM.FREED BY FAITH 10:30 P.M.Light Buffet Supper WESTMOUNT BAPTIST CHURCH Sherbrooke St.West at Roslyn Ave.Nearest Downtown Baptist Church MINISTER: REV.J.FRANK PATCH, B.A, B.D.Director of Music: Rowland R.Amos, B.Mus.DECEMBER 31st Family Dedication Service 11:15 P.M.Watch Night Service TASTE OF NEWWINE Midweek Service: Wednesday, 8:00 p.m.VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME CHRISTIAN SCIENCE 11.00 a.m.Church Service FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST, WESTMOUNT 390 Lansdowne Avenue at Sherbroake Street Lesson Sermon Subject this Sunday CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Golden Text: 11 John 1:9.He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.Everv Wednesday 8.15 p.m.Testimony Meeting PUBLIC READING ROOM in the Church Edifice: Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 1 to 4 p.m.Wednesday 6.30 to 8.00 p.m.ALL ARE WELCOME 11.00 a.m.Sunday School Ps UNITED NDREW'S ENY NTI A 101 Cote St.Antoine Road.DECEMBER 31st 11:00 AM.\u201cA HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU\" Family Service - Crib Corner Gordon White L.Mus.B.Mus.LJ All are Welcome se = A Mr.Christopher Jackson, Organist DECEMBER 31st \u201cTHE POLLUTION OF TIME\u201d Coffee Hour & Crib Corner 11:00 A.M.All are Welcome DOMINION DOUGLAS Westmount Boulevard and Lansdowne Avenue Rev.R.Douglas Smith, B.A,, Rev.John T.P.Nichols, M.A, B.D., B.D.10:45 A.M.Music before Service Ted McLearon - Organist 11:00 A.M.Morning Worship Sermon: \u201cBALANCES - RED OR BLACK?\" Coffee Hour at Close ot Worship Coffee Hour at Close of Worship Crib Corner for Infants Mr.Ted McLearon - Director of Music SYNAGOGUE TEMPLE EMANU-EL 4100 Sherbrooke St.W., Westmount, Montreal Rabbi Bernard Bloomstone Dr.Harry J.Stern, Rabbi Emeritus Cantor Herman K.Gottlieb SABBATH EVE SERVICE Friday Evening, December 29 at 8:15 p.m.RABBI BLOOMSTONE will speak on \u2018What's In À Name.\u201d An Oneg Shabbat and Kiddush Reception follows the Worship in the Community House, under the auspices of the Temple Sisterhood.TEMPLE RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Classes will not be held this Saturday, December 30.The School resumes classes on Saturday, January 6 at 9:30 a.m.Daily Hebrew classes resume Wednesday, Janvary 3rd at 4:00 pm.CONGREGATION SHAAR HASHOMAY IM 450 Kensington Avenue Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat Assistant Rabbi Herbert Mandl Cantor Nathan Mendelson Assistant Cantor Herman Muller SABBATH SERVICES Sabbath Eve .4:10 in the Chapel Sabbath Morning - 8:45 in the Main Synagogue Sabbath Twilight - 4:15 in the Chapel DAILY SERVICES Sunday, December 31 - 8:45 p.m., 4:15 p.m.Monday, January 1 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 7:30 A.M.Tuesday 7:15 A.M.t Monday ; Friday 2:13 PM of Mr.and Mrs.Bronfman.No classes at Temple Sabbath services take place at Temple Emanu-El tomorrow at 8:15 pm.Rabbi Bernard Bloomstone will speak on \u201cWhat's In A Name.\" An Oneg Shabbat and Kiddush reception follows the worship in the community house under the auspices of the Temple Sisterhood.Temple Religious School classes will not be held this Saturday due to mid-winter recess.Classes resume on Jan.6 at 9:30 am.Daily Hebrew School classes resume Wednesday, Jan.3, at 4 pm.The Temple Sisterhood holds an executive -meeting on Tuesday,at 10 am in the constituent societies room of the Temple.The Brotherhood holds a board meeting on Monday, Jan.8, at 6:15 pm.New books received at the Library New books recently become available at the Westmount Public Library: Fiction John Barth.Chimera.John Buell.The Shrewsdale exit.Agatha Christie.Elephants can remember.Robert Crichton.The Camerons.Daphne Du Maurier.Rule Britannia.Edward Morgan Forster.The life to come.Frederick Forsyth.The Odessa ile.Lois Gould.Necessary objects.Graham Greene.Collected stories.Marjorie Kellogg.Like the lion's tooth.Alistair Mair.Where the east wind blows.Thomas Rogers.The confession of a child of the century.Janet Gregory Vermandel.Last seen in Samarra.David Harry Walker.The Lord\u2019s pink ocean.P.G.Wodehouse.The world of Mr.Mulliner.History and travel Ilka Chase, Worlds apart.Alan Lloyd.The maligned monarch.Winston Graham.The Spanish Armadas.Johhn Philipps Kenyon.Popish Plot.Lucian W.Pye.China.Han Suyin.The morning deluge.Dan Kennedy.Recollections of an Assiniboine chief.Donald Grant Creighton.Towards the discovery of Canada.Oliver Warner.With Wolfe to Quebec.H.Blair Neatby.The politics of chaos.Anthony Westell.Paradox.Music and the arts Yehudi Menuhin.Theme and variations.Fred Gettings.Your child is an artist, Ernest Hans Gombrich.Symbolic images.Frank Eliscu.Slate and soft stone sculpture.Abram Chasins.Music at the crossroads.Paul Horgan.Encounters with Stravinsky.James Harding.The ox on the roof.Howard Schott.Playing the harpsichord.Yehudi Menuhin.Violin.Andre Bazin.What is cinema.Bronfmans are honored Allan Brenfman, 9 Belvedere road, has been elected president of Canada-Israel Securities Ltd.Over 700 persons attended a testimonial dinner Sunday, Dec.17, to mark his 77th birthday and the golden wedding anniversary John Russell Taylor.The Hollywood musical.French Herve Bazin.Cri de la chouette.Andre Langevin.L\u2019elan d\u2019Amerique.Gabrielle Roy.Cet ete qui chantait.Marcel Adam.La democratie a Montreal ou le vaisseau d\u2019or.Jean-Rene Ostiguy.Un siecle de peinture canadienne, 1870-1970.Jean-Louis Curtis.La Chine m'\u2019inquiete.Claire Culhane.Une quebecoise au Vietnam.Simone de Beauvoir.compte fait.Jean d\u2019Estrees.La beaute mon aventure.Children\u2019s extensions approved A request for an extension to the Montreal Children\u2019s Hospital, at the edge of Westmount at Tupper street and Atwater avenue, has been approved by Montreal city council.Tout Authorization was given at a recent meeting of council to the hospital to extend, alter and redevelop some of its premises in the quadrilateral bounded by Tupper and Closse streets, Dorchester boulevard and At- water avenue.The plan calls for extensions plus a car-park.Height of the hospital\u2019s existing buildings is between three and 15 storeys, but the proposed extensions will not exceed 40 feet.A large area including a three- storey building at the intersection of Dorchester and Closse will be used for parking.The two-storey extensions would comprise emergency rooms, waiting rooms and a canteen.The main entrance would be moved to Tupper st.and the ambulance entrance to Dorchester boulevard.Details on the structure and access to this car-park building have been agreed to by the project architects and Montreal Housing and City Planning Department architects.Ever see or hear raves about Our FTD CALENDAR?A personal visit and a cash order will guarantee your 1973 Calendar.CHARGEX GERALD McKENNA Flowers 6006 Sherbrooke St.West Tel: 487-1300 0 DAUGHTERS OF THE COMMANDMENT: Five girls recently SOEUR 3 were consecrated at a special Ma\u2018ariv service at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim as Daughters of the Commandement.They are, centre of rear row, left to right: Gail Aber, June Ortenberg, Gail Schreiber, Claire Berger and Caren Weinstein.They are flanked by their instructresses, left, Mrs.L.Goelman and, right, Mrs.Y.Glustein.In the front row, left to right, are Mrs.H.Kassie, president, Sisterhood; Dr.W.Cohen, Parnass; Dr.A.Stilman, chairman, school committee; Dr.C.Solomon, president of the congregation; Rabbi W.Shuchat, Rabbi H.Mandl and Yechiel Glustein, principal.\u201c Enter There is always something exciting about the New Year.What is in store for us?What resolutions are made?(Or does anyone make them anymore?) What are our aims?The year 1973 presents the annual mystery.Let us make a plan to carry out our goal\u2014do it step by step and the result will be progress.Try to finish what you start.As the years pass, one finds fewer and fewer people make resolutions\u2014some young folks don\u2019t know what the word means.Why?Because parents do not bother to instill this wonderful idea in their offspring.Each lives in another world.Is it too \u2018\u2018old- fashioned\u2019\u2019?Maybe.Resolutions could be defined as something creative.They produce some very worthwhile ideas such as \u2018\u2018determination,\u201d \u2018\u201c\u2018industriousness,\u2019\u2019 \u2018\u2018independence,\u2019\u2019 \u2018\u2018the power of thinking'\u2019\u2014courage to do something on their own and the ability to stick to the resolution.Ask your friends how \u2018many make \u2018New Year resolutions\u201d YOUTHEATRE Creative Drama Classes Winter term begins JANUARY 9th \u201cCall: 844-8781 or 844-8751 al 1973 and you will be amazed how few d 0.Go ahead, laugh at me, I still do.Join the club \u201cHandle Carefully\u2014LP Stereo Record Enclosed\u201d This was in large print on a fawn colored envelope that I thought was.a Christmas greeting.No, indeed, a paper-thin small record from Time-Life Records (doubtless printed before the demise of \u201cLife\u201d\u2019) which I have played\u2014a man telling about the Swing Era (The music of 1940-41) and a few excerpts from the big bands: Benny Goodman, Tommy Dor- sey, Artie Shaw, Harry James.Absolutely wonderful, this tissue- thin record demonstrating the difference of the 78s of that period to the LP stereo of today\u2019s perfection.A really clever ad.There is a note enclosed advising to send $15.95 for the first set (every two months another set at the same price).The same idea probably as the \u2018\u2018Book of the Month Club\u201d but this time with records.Wonder what results they get because thousands and thousands must be mailed.Chuckle of the Season: An exasperated father had tried just about every reason he could think of, trying to talk his hippie son out of becoming an atheist.Suddenly with real gusto he asked: \u201cWhy .do you want to be an atheist?\u201d and before the son could reply, he added: \u2018\u2018They don't have holidays, and no presents.\u201d A happy, healthy and prosperous New Year to all our loyal readers.The changing scene There is hardly a profession, a business, a government or a country that is not undergoing some transformation.Since 1972 is coming to an end, it was surprising to hear about the demise of Life magazine.Happening last week, it arrived as a shock to the many subscribers who really enjoyed the picture magazine.I am all the Announces 2nd TERM HALF COURSES COMMENCING JAN.8th, 1973 « 46 courses in 18 Academic Distiplines © Application and Registration at Loyola Evening Division Offices * Prior te Januery 15h, 1973 PHONE \u2014 482-8703 LOYOLA EVENING DIVISION 7270 Sherbrooke $t.W.OFFICE \u2014 9 e.m.to 9 p.m.Mon.te Thurs.HOURS ?e-m.te5 p.m.Fridey The Westmount Examiner, more surprised because this kind of news was \u2018\u2018instant news\u201d absorbed by people too busy to read and thus Life answered the purpose.And the photography was phenomenal.There were interviews with the top men and one said TV could be blamed.Hmmm!!! This is so true.Television has literally killed many things.To name a few: Concerts - big names do not draw like they used to; last week Nicolai Petrov, a superlative pianist (with terrific publicity, interviews, a half page in one of the local dailies) had a very sparse attendance in the largest hall of Place des Arts.Do not count the full attendances of the three music series, because for the size of Montreal, we find many of the same people at these concerts which proves something.One can see the same musicians on TV and hear them on radio.So why go out?And records! Columns can be written on that subject.Are the movie houses full any more?Only on certain nights.Countless people wait to see a new film at lesser prices later in a neighborhood theatre or watch TV movies.Every channel presents them, as well as specially produced TV films.All the stars are getting work, even those who would not go on TV are doing so now.There are fewer and fewer newspapers as time marches on because TV gives instant news.Radio reports give happenings on the spot, and which automobile owner does not have a radio in his car?Sports events probably draw more viewers than any other sphere.Most people just would not go to anything on Grey Cup day and since many cannot afford the high prices of hockey seats, they watch on TV.Why not?Children are brought up on TV.Sports is the only sphere that is gaining the youth - parents really urge their offspring to participate (visions of Bobby Orr, Mark Spitz) and, beginning young, they will be proficient at the right time.Hockey, football, golf, tennis, swimming, skiing - but what of the arts?Thursday, December 28, 1972 - 7 \u2018Mush\u2019 Davis speaks \u201cMush\u201d Davis, a fine speaker, was the guest on the final program of the music fiesta for senior folks who chose, \u2018\u201cComparison of Music - Twenties to Seventies.\u201d He traced the birth of the gramophone to the present day stereo\u2014the men who founded and built radio and television, his connection with the industry interspersed with interesting stories.I must add that Mr.Davis is also a sports enthusiast but his recent talk about the growth of the Berliner gramophone, Marconi radio and RCA Victor certainly appealed to the audience, who applauded vociferously.Many thanks are due Bill Russell, director of the YMCA, and the board for appraving of the series and for the use of the nice hall.Last but not least to the two young gentlemen, Joe Allen and Eldon MacMillan, for their services every session\u2014Joe for his running of the stereo and Eldon for looking after the refreshments.Everything ran without a hitch, Many present wanted to know when the next series would be and wish it to continue.What happened with Christmas music sales?Never have I received so much data from the publishing houses offering big discounts on carols, instrumental music and vocal selections.Even a free sample of the newly produced *\u2018Music Carol Index.\u201d On this item one receives a 20-percent discount with large orders.Isn't this a price war with the stores, who give little or no discount?If I did not have so many dictionaries and encyclopedias, 1 would be tempted to buy Grove\u2019s Dictionary of Music and Musicians, now in paperback edition\u201410 volumes for $75.00, special for $60.00 (with \u2018This special offer is not available on the instalment plan.) Every type of music is listed by one of the best known publishing houses, with such discounts that | am wondering why?why?why?FRANCES PIANO TUITION GOLTMAN Pianiste Lic.Mus.First Medalist \u2014 McGill University Teacher Columnist - \u2014 ALL GRADES Talent Developed Phone 484-6424 5506 Notre Dame de Grace Ave.Critic SON 55 i Hu a Day or Evenings e Sharthand Gregg & Fitenan, in Enghsh and French eo Typewriting, manual and elec ry = Business English Grammar TIME TO ENROL QD io\" our GED MID-TERM COURSE DAY O VENING C| ME.ALEXANDER Business College Member Axsoctation Business Colloges Inc, Jean MH Aîlen, PCT GOT.Prencipal DAY CLASSES are for Young Ladies only, und Adult Women, Evening CLASSES are for Male and Female Students.REFRESHER COURSE for Adults wishing to re-enter business \u2014 \\d COURSES Full Secretarial .General Clerical .Steno-Typist .Leyal Secretarial SUBJECTS introduction to Administration SCHOOL RE-OPENING JANUARY 8TH ALEXANDER Business College 409 MOUNT ROYAL WEST (Es:ablished over 10 Years at Same Central Location Busy Commuting Facies wath Central Bus Termmal 24 our Door ASSOCIATIONS Lotter Compolation, False eo Ollie Practice, Spelling + Per St.W.| P 6 Youtheatre, formerly on St.Catherine street at Greene avenue, is alive and well and offices and rehearsal space are now located at 1583 St.Lawrence boulevard.The group is still trying to secure a suitable place to offer once again public performances for children.This fall the company has been performing in schools in Montreal with the production of \u2018\u201cRumpelstilskin,\u2019.During November, Youtheatre toured schools in and around the Sud- bury area for a total of 27 performances.Last winter the theatre received a grant from the Department of Manpower and Immigration which enabled it to perform for isolated groups who would otherwise not normally see Youtheatre productions.This grant has been extended and there will be a new Youtheatre local initiatives program mounted for the new year.Once again creative drama classes are being offered for children between the ages of 5 and 15.The fall term was postponed; however, classes for the winter term will begin Wednesday, Jan.10, at 4:30 pm.The will be held in our rehearsal hall at 1583 St.Lawrence, right across the street from the St.Lawrence Metro station on de Maisonneuve.For information call Miss Lynn Leonard at 844-8781 or 844-8751.riedrich hand made wedding bands ; in original desige Gold Sitver PATA tel.937-1838 WHERE JEWELLERY IS ART An \u201cAngel's Gala,\u201d billed as \u201cthe ultimate in theatre galas,\u201d will replace the traditional Angel's Ball of the Montreal Section of the National Council of Jewish Women in Canada.The Gala will be held on Wednesday, Jan.10, at 7:30 pm at Theatre Maisonneuve in Place des Arts.The show will feature the opening of the Stratford Festival with a performance of \u2018The Taming of the Shrew,\u201d which will be followed by a formal reception and dancing.The Angel\u2019s Gala will be the major fund-raising event for the Council of Jewish Women, in support of eleven of the council\u2019s charity projects.The projects include educational programs and student aid, meals-on- wheels, social action, and Jewish affairs.Door prizes of two return tickets to London via BOAC and a two-week London Show tour will be awarded.Dignitaries to the event include the Rt.Hon.and Mrs.Pierre Elliot Trudeau, the Hon.and Mrs.Robert Bourassa, and His Worship Mayor Jean Drapeau and Mrs.Drapeau.Alexis Nihon Fashion Floor For personally styled & shaped aye lashes & nails.Studio L For that look of natural beauty.for beautiful lashes & nails 935-0852 LHROREN FLOATING SOAP TOYS NIN TEAR SHAMPOO BURBLE HATIS SOAPSON Re WE Floating Safari e For New Year The Westmount Examiner, Thursday, December 28, 1972 - 9 If it has to be typed .it is as easily type-set.Our computerized photo-composition equipment can swiftly and cheaply prepare most anything from a simple notice to a bulletin, a price-list, a newsletter, a circular, a thesis, a book.Illustrations no problem for our fully-equipped camera department.Regular mailings duck-soup for our Speedaumat plate-making and addressing e~uioment.Call: Adcomp Type-setting arm of THE WESTMOUNT Examiner 4630 St.Catherine Street West, at Blenheim Place Westmount 215 032-3157 PROPERTY FOR SALE PROPRIETE À VENDRE N.D.G.Twenty two apartments, 2': rooms.All rented.Revenue $26.000.Landlord 1373-3760.SUPERIOR style, year.round country home on Lake Massawippi.Panelled living room with Roman brick fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 122 baths, large sun deck, screened sunporch, finished basement and patio.Fully furnished and equipped.Large landscaped, treed lot, ski-boat rack and dock.Reasonable Reason, transferred.Phone 819-879- 4906.PROPEATY WANTEO PROPRIETE DEMANDEE THINKING about selling your home?| have many buyers now looking tor Spring occupancy in every price range.For prompt and efficient service please contact: JOAN McGUIGAN 932-2936\u2014489-7150 Royal Trust Co.BROKERS Westmount Wanted Eight room residence required, Roslyn School district.$35,000.to $46,000.Spring occupancy.Phone Arthur Snow Realties, Broker, 484.8433.Adult tamily desires distinctive home with large rooms, garden, garage.Price $45,000.to $55,000.For information, call ARTHUR SNOW REALTIES, Broker 484.8433.\u2018*We have the buyers.\u2019 10 - The Westmount Examiner, Thursday, December 28, 1972 \u2018CLASSIFIED ADVERTISIN PAINTING Exterior \u2014 PHONE YOUR ADS \u2014 931-7511 10 Words °1.00 7¢ for each additional word Interior Done by Master Craftsmen Vinyl Wallpaper Ap.plication\u2014We will give For best service, phone your ads early - final deadline noon Thursday ADTAKERS ON DUTY MONDAY AND TUESDAY TILL 10:00 P.M.(Wednesday, Thursday, Friday till 5 pm) Accounts moy be poid at the Examiner office, 4630 St.Monitor and St.Lourent News office, 6525 Somerled avenue, ond the Town of Mount Royo! Weekly Catherine street west, Post ottice, 233 Dunbar avenue.Advertisements not paid for in advance ot publication are subject to a 25-cent billing charge but moy then be paid without further charge at any branch of the Bank of Montreal or The Royal Bonk of Conoda on the Island ot Montreal.Westmount; ot The your home that just- right professional look you want quickly,-easily and most reasonably.hubert klein co.273-3371 378 Beaumont Ave 33 ROOM & BOARD WANTED CHAMBRE ET PENSION DEMANDEES Two Teenage Brothers 16 and 17 years Need a home with a family who can provide the guidance and support they need with an understanding family.Supervision by Child Care Agency.Phone Weekdays Foster Home Recruiting Center 935-2589 21 APARTMENTS TO LET APPARTEMENTS A LOUER 27 DWELLING WANTED LOGEMENT DEMANDE Sublet 4155 Blueridge Crescent.6V2 rooms.Immediate.$250.including indoor parking.Call Mrs.Lorraine.935-3446.24 DUPLEX TO LET DUPLEX À LOUER 4767-4769 Notre Dame W.5 Rooms Unheated 2nd im mediate occupancy $55.monthly.Call 861-1681 local 279.21 APARTMENTS TO LET APPARTEMENTS À LOUER you've become accustomed.A style to which Sometimes it's difficult to move from a luxury home to a luxury apartment.At Port-Royal, you,lt scarcely notice the difference.Extraordinarily spacious rooms with panoramic loggias don\u2019t fence you in.You'll enjoy complete privacy, plus central location and many other impressive conveniences.In fact, home was never like this.Studio, 1.2.3 bedrooms available at certain floors.Rental office on the premises open 9 a.m.to 5 p.m.daily; Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m.to 5 pm.PORT- ROYAL 1455 Sherbrooke Street West 937-9511 Redbrooke Estates Ltd We maintain a waiting list for certain models not presently available 4-Bedroom House Wanted in Westmount, with garden, to rent or exchange for similar ceontraliy located house in Toronto.Call 861-3831, Local 236.8 NURSING SERVICES 2 SERVICE DE GARDE MALADE (Comcare) Que.Inc.NURSES AVAILABLE For Hospital And Home 24 Hour Service 932-1481 46 HELP WANTED-FEMALE FEMMES FILLES DEMANDEES Satisfying Westmounters for over 15 years 53 DOMESTIC HELP WANTED AIDE DOMESTIQUE DEMANDE THE MONTREAL CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL Has a temporary need for regular part-time REGISTERED NURSES to work evenings, nights and week-ends.Interested applicants are requested to apply in writing to: The Director of Nursing, The Montreal Children\u2019s Hospital 2300 Tupper St., Montreal 108, Que.Housekeeper Westmount home with school- age children.Weekdays, part- time, 11:30 a.m.to 5:30 p.m.References.Call 931-6746 Mature reliable housekeeper for.c evenings and weekends.FOR SALE-MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS À VENDRE\u2014 INSTRUMENTS DE MUSIQUE GUITARS sacrifice for half price as paid.New.Private.Call 744.0956.Trans Canada Piano Reduced: A Baby , Grands, pright, Apartment.Heintz.JUNIOR TYPIST - CLERK BR ea IE Required gp trous For West End ANTIQUITES (N.D.G.) Bank.ANTIQUE chairs, excelient \u2014 Salary approximately $4,000.yearly.Call Mrs.Falle - 877-8311 condition, 2 inlaid Hepplewhite style, one unusual barrel back Queen Anne style.Private home.937-7352.FOR SALE-GENERAL A VENDRE- GENERAL SYLVANIA Black and White 17 inch television, $30.Call 684- 8133.Service Directory BUILDING REPAIRS MOVING & CARTAGE PAINTING & DECORATING PAINTING Plastering Cement - Brick - Bathroom tile - Carpentry.274-4245 after 6 p.m.30 ROOMS TO LET CHAMBRE À LOUER Westmount Large, quiet, bed-sitting.Private bath.Kitchenette.Well furnished.Call 932-7713.NURSING HOMES MAISON DE SANTE LACHAPELLE convalescent Rest Home.Mobile only.637- 5622, Lakeshore, Lachine.WORK WANTED-FEMALE POSITION DEMANDEE - FEMMES - FRLES AVAILABLE: Bilingual nursing companion or housekeeper, cook, serving at tables.18 years Westmount references.From 9 a.m.to 4 p.m.Monday to Friday.937-5937 or after 7 p.m.931.3286.BUSINESS SERVICES Names for Diplomas Hand Lettering Gothic & Medieval also addressing Invitations For Rates Call 744-6662 after 5 P.M.MAINTENANCE WORK WANTED-MALE POSITION DEMANDEE \u2014 HOMME 51 WASH ceilings and walls; also part-time office cleaning.Call 489-4245.For Classified Call 931-7511 Wallpapering Rug Shampooing Painting Wall Washing Domain 486-3493 E.PUGH-EVANS RAMSAY Moving\u2014Cartage Painter & Decorator Storage Interior and Exterior Local and long distance.SPECIAL IS TS 484-1469 484-1545 shop in your own home service for complete line of atl the latest wall coverings.PLASTERING REPAIRS 10 PERCENT - DISCOUNT Lewis Rossini ON PAPER Reg\u2019d.__ Free Estimates CONTRACTOR Call days-eves.Drywall 489-7757 and Cement ROOFING 667-6764 \u2014\u2014 OUR MASTER ROOFERS AT YOUR Expert Plasterer SERVICE Free estimate.Call A.Jubimeil WESTMOUNT 767-4902 and 767-1773.ROOFING LTD.PAINTING & DECORATING 1975 NOTRE DAME LACHINE Rene Guitard, Mgr.LOW prices, interior and exterior painting.By expert with 22 637-2308 years experience.Guaranteed.Call 728-9863.7 24 Hour Service Le ME ed +3 46 HELP WANTED FEMALE FEMMES FALES DEMANDEES Relief R.N.required For 2 nights 11:30 p.m.to 7:30 a.m.Alsc Needed Nurses Aid Permanent 7:30 a.m.to 3:30 p.m.and 11:30 p.m.to 7:30 a.m.WRITE TO BOX 133 C-OWEEKLY ADSERVICE, 4630 ST.CATHERINE ST.WEST, MONTREAL 215, QUEBEC.ATT: MISS M.BLANDFORD.66 FOR SALE-GENERAL A VENDRE- GENERAL 77 WANTED 10 PURCHASE ON DEMANDE BUY repossessed furniture.Complete 3 rooms, modern or Spanish style.$395.Payable $3.eekly.No down payment.527.49.HOUSEHOLD furniture.Ex: cellent condition.Reasonable.Call 697-4399.THREE-PIECE Scandinavian living room set; Teak tables: lamps; broadloom rug.un derpadding.bookcases.air conditioner, kitchen table, chairs; stools, Call 933-4072, Basement Sale Studio couch; chair: small Hi- Fi, Maple bureau; rug: standard lamp; children\u2019s books.toys; pictures; fur jacket; clothing.bookcases: etc.Call 484-7119 Chapman\u2019s Book Service Any book you want supplied by mail.Chapman's Book Service Reg'd.P.O.Box 263, West.mount.932-8621.BUY your \u2018urniture directly from manufacturer.No commission to salesman.All styles.Special for the month: 3 rooms, Colonial, Canadiana or Futurist.Value $2,000.for $895.Payable $5.weekly.523-1687.67 FOR SALE SPORTS EQUIPMENT A VENGRE- ARTICLES DE SPORTS Skis, Rossignol Strato 102, 207 cm, used 5 times, $100.; also Le Trappeur clip boots, size 82, $40.Call 481-9038 or 488-7154.SKIIS Fibreglas, $39.Boots, plastic, $29.Also top brands; bindings, name brands.Jackets, ski-suits, warmups.We undercut all competitors.METRO SPORTS INC.8366 ST.LAWRENCE 384-3582\u2014384-1315 68 FOR SALE-CLOTHING & FURS A VENDRE- VETEMENTS ET FOURRURES USED Raccoon coats, $75.up, in good condition.Also other fur coats, $20.up.843-4000.OVERSIZE, 24\", fur coat, Black Persian Lamb, excellent condition, $280.; Gold dress and coat, $50,; Black beaded dress and coat, $35.Call 733.5504 evenings.7 EDUCATIONAL WSTRUCTIF Tutoring In University and CEGEP Mathematics by University Professor.Call 933-9971.Piano Wanted For student.Top price.Call 274- 0536\u2014273-0255.PIANO wanted.Call 272-8285 or 274-5934.WANTED: Canadian paintings: gold coins; grand or upright piano.627-0471, WANTED to buy, second hand piano.Piease call 937-7115.WANTED: Colonial pottery Togo Green, (Stokes, England).Scenery design.733-8794.LOST 79 PERDU Reward Lost: Small White wirehaired Terrier with Black and Brown markings.932-4453 or 659-1243 MAAMAMMAMMAU Too Late to Classify RAM Ski boots Man\u2018s buckle size 72, used 3 times, $20.Call 937-1042.The Westmount Examiner, Thursday, December 28, 1972 - 11 Westmount fights back against the automobile Automobiles and traffic congestion long have been a problem for urban dwellers.Only recently have citizens been spurred to action to stop or control the massive increase in private transportation which has begun to clog cities from coast to coast throughout the continent.Westmount citizens might be proud of their efforts to remind the speeding vehicles that they are slaves to humanity, and not vice versa.Many of their efforts have borne fruit already; others seem likely to do so in the very near future.The city got its first taste of success in February even though the aftertaste of construction by the province of the Trans-Canada Highway through Westmount was still lingering.City officials had been meeting with highway designers to work on noise, light, and visual pollution from the expressway into the homes of Westmount residents.Said Alderman Charles Aspler in February, of the meetings: \u201cI'm convinced the designers are committed to making the study.\u201d His sentiments were endorsed by Westmount Action Committee Chairman David Carruthers, who in April reported several precautions had been taken and others were being discussed.Future use in air The only problem thus remaining for Westmounters was the question of ownership and occupancy of the houses on Greene avenue at Selby street.For two of those houses, the answer came June 13, when one burned down in a spectacular fire, weakening the wall of its neighbor beyond repair.Both houses were promptly demolished as a safety measure.The fire reminded provincial officials they should do something with the remaining buildings so they would be looked after and their safety assured.On June 20, City Manager Norman Dawe reported the province had plans to renovate them.Some don't mix The Canada Safety Council warns motorists of the danger of mixing different types of automobile tires.This affects snow tires which many motorists are buying as the winter driving season approaches.The danger of intermixing has increased sharply because of the large number of different new tire types and sizes.The tires should not be mixed because they differ greatly in performance when supporting similar loads, in their side slippage and even in braking.Because of these differences, the vehicle\u2019s handling characteristics may be seriously affected bv intermixing the tires.Tests show the most common effect of intermixing tires is a fishtailing, weaving condition.The Canada Safety Council advises motorists to follow the recommendations in the owners\u2019 manual or of reputable tire dealers.New tires should be mounted on the rear for better traction and handling and should be broken by limiting speed to 60 mph for the first 50 miles.For the highest degree of safety, all four wheels with the same type of tire\u2014bias, belted- bias or radial ply.This applies to snow tires\u2014if your regular tires are bias, fit bias snow tires on the rear wheels.It is exceptionally dangerous to intermix bias, belted-bias or radial ply tires on wheels on the same axle.It is similarly most dangerous to irtermix radial tires or the new *\u201860 series\u2019 tires with other tire sizes or types.They should be used in complete sets.The radial or \u2018\u201860 series\u2019 tires should not be applied to any vehicle unless they are approved by the tire or vehicle manufacturer.Car owners who insist on taking a chance by intermixing tires should at least ensure that tires of the same type are mounted on wheels on the same axle, the council says.CLAUDE L MERCIER Arpenteur-Geometre Quebec Land Surveyor 489-8251 4898 de Maisonneuve O.Westmount Nearly four months later another message was received by the Westmount Municipal Association that, indeeed, the houses were unlivable, therefore the government would not sell or renovate them.Despite the claims of two tenants that there is little problem with noise or dirt, no word has yet come from the province regarding the future of the dwellings.While Greene avenue adjusted itself to the new highway, opened in November, residents of de Maisonneuve boulevard were working in exactly the opposite direction, trying to get their street closed to through traffic speeding through toward the west end.In early April speed-limit signs were put up prominently in front of Westmount Park School to slow traffic to 20 miles per hour along the boulevard; police assured parents the new law would be *\u2018strictly enforced.\u201d Habitats to fore The Habitats organization, headed by Town Planner John Udy, felt this was not enough, and began working to have the street closed.Although one member of the WMA executive committee suggested the existing lights should be synchronized to smooth out traffic flow, reaction against the idea by Habitats and others was enough to quash that idea early on.City Council gave notice of motion on Mr.Udy\u2019s plan to close the street on Aug.7, again on Sept.26, and again on Oct.17 before action was finally taken.In the meantime, several groups suggested reconsideration of the idea, both in terms of time and place.Suggestions for the closing in November when the Trans- Canada was opened clashed with opinions that studies should be made of the \u2018\u2018effect\u201d of the new expressway on traffic from downtown Montreal.The problem of how much of de Maisonneuve should be closed narrowed down to Melville avenue and Academy road, which would release Westmount Park from tradfic.Residents of Cote St.Antoine were able, by petition, to stall the question for two weeks while city council determined whether the closing of de Maisonneuve would adversely effect the thoroughfare up the hill.Finally, on Nov.6, council approved the closing and lasting for a six-month trial period.The resolution was sent for ratification to the Montreal Urban Community, which is expected to act on the proposal in the very near future.Among the discussions and resolutions about automobile traffic and its effects on people, bicycle riders stood up for their rights to travel freely and safely in Westmount, within acceptable limits.The Sunday morning bicycle route which had been enjoyed for two years previously by Westmount cyclists, again met the approval of city council, but with a mid-summer suspension in 1972.The recognition by city council of the sport's ever-increasing popularity augurs well for the future.CHRISTIE PLUMBING LIMITED Complete Plumbing Service Fast - Efficient ® Residential ® Commercial © Industrial 24 Hour Service 484-2010 5331A Sherbrooke W.Andre Bourassa Radio & T.V.Reg'd.Radio - Television REPAIRS 486-6551 David McGarvie Service Dept.Melrose Centre 481-6213 Glass Specialist in window-repairs \u2014 fix any sick appliance \u2014 sharpen any dull blade |; FREE PICK-UP & DELIVERY | ~~ CHIMNEY ASPIRATORS.Fuel savings and cures 80 to 90% of down-draft and flue troubles.$169.50 installed.JUL BO CONSTRUCTION LTD._ 697-2142 City gets deeper into social work Westmount struggled on the verge of a deep commitment to social services during 1972, sometimes faltering, sometimes doubting, but meeting the challenge head-on.\u201cSocial services\u201d for West- mount meant primarily programs in the areas of health, pre-school nurseries, youth and senior citizens.Involved in all of these, however, and the greatest headline-grabber during the year, was the Office for Community and Social Development, run semi-independently by three and sometimes four young, agressive, forward-looking persons with money from Westmount city hall.The \u2018\u201c\u2018Office\u2019\u2019 spearheaded several projects during the year, including a senior citizens centre, a legal information program and a prescription drug counseling service.It may have moved too fast, in all its enthusiasm, for the city to realize what was happening.Westmount watched and some citizens struggled with the death and resurrection of the 4424 youth centre and a pre-school program for Westmount children, both of which were clamoring for funds.Start on high note The year started out on a high note, with the announcement that the 4424 youth centre had local initiatives funds, that the preschool program had had the same luck, an that the federal government was granting funds to start a senior centre.The Way Ahead pre-school project raised money through benefit performances at the Saidye Bronf- man Center.Everybody seemed happy.In the wake of the grant approvals, the senior centre opened at Westmount Park United Church on Feb.14.4424, Inc.reconstituted its board of directors, with Mrs.Charles Bronfman as chairman.In April Ald.William Wood announced the city would choose Dr.Antoine Valois to fill the position as medical officer of health, vacated by the death of Dr.Angus Boright in December.Good news, however, cannot continue forever, and West- mount\u2019s social services learned this in one giant crash.Funds which had been granted until the end of May were about to run out.Directors of 4424, Inc.said they didn\u2019t have \u2018\u2018the energy\u2019 to raise funds for the drop-in centre at the youth clinic.The senior citizens centre received a $500 grant from the federal department of youth, leisure, and sports, but announced it would appeal to the city to get enough money to continue full operation.The Way Ahead project ran out of funds in September, but resolved to keep going on a volunteer basis in the hopes new funds could be found.Hitting the bottom In the middle of the downhill plunge was the Office for Community and Social Development, which was accused on June 20 of diverting funds earmarked for the pre-school summer camp.Though the Office did.soon thereafter, apply for and receive Manpower funds for the camp, city officials began to feel the tangle of social services around them, and decided to examine its own commitment in the entire field.While launching a survey to find out the involvement of THEQWESTMOUNT Examiner 12.Thursday, December 28, 1972 similar municipalities in social services, Westmount decided to get its own feet wet by offering grants to 4424 and the senior citizens on the understanding they would soon find their own funds elsewhere.Dr.Valois suggested in October the city might soon start a social affairs department, or at least have a co-ordinator for the various services.His conviction was parroted by the various other groups, including the Westmount Municipal Association.Results of the survey launched in June indicated some other cities were moving in this direction.The down-swing continued into December, when it was learned the Office for Community and Social Development would be closed by the YMCA, which had administered its funds, and the Way Ahead pre-school program announced it would probably have to close.Hope in sight Despite the gloom, it looks at year\u2019s end as though hope is in sight.4424 is back on its feet, having reorganized to undertake a more professional approach toward youth rehabilitation.Last week a column answering questions about the centre reappeared in The Examiner, telling the public it was invited to visit and help with the revitalized organization.Senior citizens held a party for 100 members, offering hope for progress in 1973.To close off the year, city council announced it would devote $100,000 to social services in the new year, and would make a \u2018fresh, businesslike look\u2019 at the entire field.The commitment is there, and an upswing is assured.Hillside Place deficit seen $109,000 a year The Hillside Place Public housing project will cost taxpayers some $109,000 a year to maintain, according to a report given by Ian Hyde, chairman of the Westmount Municipal Association\u2019s housing and zoning committee.(The project has been long stalled between the city and the Quebec Housing Corporation, from whom there now are indications that the green light for proceeding soon may be given.) Mr.Hyde, who gave the report recently at the semi-annual general meeting of the WMA, said that income for the 64 low- cost units was estimated to total $101.000, less than 50 percent of the cost of maintaining and operating the building as well as paying taxes, mortgage, and debt payments for the location.In response to a question after his presentation, Mr.Hyde did observe that only $27,000 was going to be paid by the City of Westmount for the project, based on the provincial government paying 75 percent of the cost.Greene avenue news A further revelation by Mr.Hyde was that the future of the houses on the east side of Greene avenue between Selby and St.Antoine streets, now the property of the Quebec government, expropriated when it was thought that the highway ramp to Greene Borrowed .A truck was reported stolen by the Flower Pot in Westmount Square last Wednesday at 3:35 pm.Westmount Police were notified the next morning that the truck had been returned, unharmed, to its original parking spot.avenue would replace them, hinges on reports from the department of the environment and the Quebec Housing Corporation about whether they are considered habitable.\u2018\u201cShould these reports be negative,\u201d Mr.Hyde explained, \u201cthen the buildings would be levelled as of July 1, 1973, the tenants relocated, and the land turned over to the City of Westmount for park purposes.Should the reports be affirmative, then the houses will be sold at public auction.\u201d Mr.Hyde invited the residents affected by the impending decision to use the housing and zoning committee \u2018\u2018as a liaison with the Provincial Departments concerned.\u201d The report also touched on the report of the Somerville Area Residents Association and his hope that the group would work with the WMA in developing its plan for \u2018Victoria Village.\u201d Dorchester plans Mr.Hyde made mention of the fact that the City of Westmount is now negotiating for a new commercial development in the parking area between Dorchester boulevard and Tupper street, adjacent to Atwater avenue.The WMA committee voiced its support for the project, but noted that the city should \u2018\u2018inform the citizenry as a whole, and more particularly the citizens most affected in the immediate area, of the details of the development and.be prepared to sympathetically weigh any suggestions which might be offered.\u201d Once the formal WMA meeting had ended, a great deal of discussion came from the floor about Mr.Hyde's report, and specially the Hillside Place project.CITY OF WESTMOUNT Election of Library Trustee I give notice to the elector-proprietors of the City of West.mount that the nomination of a candidate for the office of Library Trustee for the said City of Westmount shall be held in the Council Chamber, City Hall, Sherbrooke Street, in the City of Westmount, on the eighth day of the month of January in the year 1973, from noon until two of the clock in the afternoon, and that, in case a poll becomes necessary and be held in the manner by law prescribed, such poll will take place on the fifteenth day of the month of January in the year 1973, at the hour of eight in the evening at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke Street, in the City of Westmount, and that, | have appointed Alfred Andre (Pete) Patenaude, Assistant City Clerk as my Election Clerk.Given under my hand at Westmount this twenty-seventh day of the month of December in the year 1972.R.B.Seaman, Returning Officer BRANDT PLUMBING Company Limited (Ron Toohey, Proprietor) \u2018Serving the West End for Over 17 Years\u2019 24-HOUR SERVICE 761-4551 Rent or buy a QUASAR by Motorola Color TV THE ymphony Shop LTD.5020 Cote Des Neiges 737-3693 Est.30 years sales service rentals on all makes of tv's & stereo City of Westmount GARBAGE COLLECTION Householders are notified that garbage normally collected on Monday, December 25th, will be collected on Tuesday, December 26th.Garbage normally collected on December 26th will be collected on Wednesday, December 27th.Garbage normally collected on Monday, January 1st, will be collected on Tuesday, January 2nd, and garbage normally collected on January 2nd will be collected on Wednesday, January 3rd, 1973.E.A.McCavour, City Engineer."]