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Ss Thank you for, Cy Te EE EN TT 0 CO 00000 OO SO Nan aT Ta EVs ns tt A a TA A RT 4 A A ba Les ALR A nm.LOCAL NEWS WWW.WESTMOUNTEXAMINER.COM Susan McGuire Photo: Doreen Lindsay A William Rutherford, president of the Institute.Photo Susan McGuire DOREEN LINDSAY Westmount in 1911-1912, then president of the Mechanics\u2019 Institute from 1913 to 1921, Susan McGuire, historian of the Atwater during which time he persuaded them to move Library of the Mechanics\u2019 Institute, talked to to Westmount.He married Ida Bulmer, of the members of the Westmount Historical Westmount developer's family in 1893.Henry Association (WHA) on Thursday evening, Bulmer had been president of the Mechanics\u2019 March 15, explaining the fascinating histories Institute from 1851 to 1855.WISE GR: 385.5566 of some of the enterprising men who helped The Mechanics\u2019 Institute had located their + develop the Mechanics\u2019 Institute and also had new library building on a public square, cen- ties to Westmount.Family members joined tral to the English-speaking population of WHA members to listen to McGuire's stories.Montreal.It was designed in the Beaux-Arts The Mechanics\u2019 Institute of Montreal was style by Alexander Hutchison, Alexander Wood founded on Nov.21,1828 as an educational and Millar, architects.The dignified exterior centre for workers.John Molson and Louis- of buff brick with stone trimming was impres- Joseph Papineau were members of the first sive and remains so today.There are great large Board of Directors.Their first library building windows on three sides with round symbolic was on St.Jacques Street in Old Montreal.It plaques representing art, science, and industry was destroyed in the 1920s to make way for the between them.construction of the Royal Bank building.Their Also in the audience last week was Dr.lease was up on May 1, 1918.They decided to Laurence Hutchison, a life member of the relocate to Atwater Avenue in Westmount, but Atwater Library and author of a book about his because of labour troubles and delayed ship- extensive family.Alexander Cowper Hutchison, ments of materials, the new library building architect, had been mayor of Westmount from was not completed for another year and they 1884 to\u201986, and Mathew Hutchison was mayor had to store books in the basement.It was from 1891 to '93.John Henry Hutchison finally opened on Friday evening, Jan.30, (1842-1928) was a director of the Mechanics\u2019 1920.Officiating dignitaries were William Institute.Rutherford, president of the Institute, with In 1962, the name was changed to Atwater Alderman Stewart F.Rutherford representing Library, and in 2005, the Atwater Library and the Westmount City Council.Computer Centre was designated a National Seated in the audience for McGuire's lec- Historic Heritage Site.ture was WHA director Joan Clark, who descends from both the Rutherford and Bulmer - Doreen Lindsay is president of the families.William Rutherford was mayor of Westmount Historical Association.PEE TE Te I PP SS a a ne Te ee ae es a tt PIE IPR RA NAO RR RR AER APP IR RAR A AE RR RI AN PRO CRE PRI NN id pre i of! lu El qu COMMUNITY LIFE WWW.WESTMOUNTEXAMINER.COM Again this spring, residents of Westmount are invited to celebrate Earth Hour on Saturday evening, March 31, by switching off their lights and heading over to Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St.W.from 6 to 10 p.m.to take part in the festivities.The City of Westmount and the Healthy City Project have organized the Earth Hour event complete with guest speakers, information exhibits, a music jam and a movie.One of the highlights of the evening will be in Westmount Park, where participants will have the opportunity to take a peek at celestial bodies through the telescopes of the Royal Astronomical Society.There will also be members from various local groups who will explain what they are doing for the environment and how you can get involved.Refreshments from Simply Wonderful will be on sale.If you cannot make it to the event, you can still participate by turning out your lights from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.ArtNow features Hayes and Mortazavi Last year Pierre Le Gourriérec, owner of Avenue des Arts, 328A Victoria Ave., took over the responsibility of organizing the ArtNow presentations held at the Westmount Public Library the first Tuesday of the month.The April presentation on Tuesday, April 3 at 7 p.m.will feature the portraits of Mary Hayes and paintings and jewelry of artist Homeira Mortazavi for an evening Pierre calls Beauty and the Beast.There is no charge for admission.For more information phone Pierre at 514-843-1881.Wall to speak at CWAM spring luncheon In addition to its monthly meetings and special outings, the Canadian Women\u2019s Association of Montreal hosts two special luncheons, one in December and one in the spring.The spring luncheon to be held at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel on Tuesday, April 17.The guest speaker will be Westmounter George Wall, an English teacher and renowned William Shakespeare aficionado and noted guitarist.His topic will be Perfect Storms \u2014 a discussion of what England's two most famous cultural exports (Shakespeare and The Beatles) have in common.Tickets are $50 for members and $55 for non-members.To purchase tickets phone Lois Hutchison at 514-489-0975.@ St.John Ambulance hosts whiskey tasting You know who they are.the innocuous van parked at events all over the country that only comes to action in time of crisis or emergency.We are appreciative for their presence, dedication and training, Now the members of the St.John Ambulance Association, who are all volunteers, invite the public to participate in its 'PLOMBERIE & CHAUFFAGE Q T.M.BRIGGS (1991) INC.PLUMBING & HEATING INC.+ REPAIRS » ALTERATIONS + NEW INSTALLATIONS R * RADIANT FLOOR SYSTEM & * GEOTHERMAL Prompt Service 514-489-0406 QUALITY USED Book Sale Saturday & Sunday \u2014 Friends of the Westmount Public Library 4371852 2012 Whiskey Tasting Evening in support of the lifesaving work of its volunteer first- responders, on Saturday, March 31.That evening the association will ceremonially celebrate the donation of 13 additional Automated External Defibrillators (AED) to their volunteer first responders.Several years ago the association set a goal to purchase 100 AED's and with this latest addition they have come close to the half way mark.The association is a charity that raises its funds through donations from organizations such as the Rotary Clubs and through fundraisers.The cost is $45 for participants, who are encouraged to bring designated drivers who can enjoy the evening sans the whiskey for $20.The event will take place from 7 to 10 p.m.at the Black Watch Officers\u2019 Mess., 2067 Bleury.As it is a whiskey tasting, dress is business attire.For more information Louise Dineen at 1ld- 4350171 ineen@yahoo.ca or Victor Knowlton at 514-591-0514.Feng Shui consultant speaks at library On Wednesday, April 4 at 12:30 p.m., the Atwater Library Lunchtime Series will feature Feng Shui consultant Ghada Begdache.In her presentation, entitled Change Your Home, Change Your Life, Ghada will demonstrate how application of the ancient Chinese principles of Feng Shui can improve your life.For more information, phone 514-935-7344.Around Westmount goes cyber John Sancton, longtime owner of the Westmount Examiner, once said Westmount is not just a place, it is a state of mind.With the success of the column Around Westmount, and requests for larger visibility both locally and abroad, this spring I felt it is time to start featuring all of Westmount on a website.Encouraged by both Westmount residents and business people and Westmount ex-patri- ots, we have started work on a website www.aroundwestmountandbeyond.com that will include the organizations, the personalities, the arts and music, the spectacular events and so much more that make Westmount that state of mind that is literally residual in the hearts of anyone who has ever lived or spent time in Westmount.The purpose is to give those who have the privilege of living and working in Westmount a fresh take on all that Westmount is.For who are just moving into Westmount, it will be a one stop site where new residents can learn all their new hometown has to offer.In addition, the site will be linked with www.gowestmount.ca the onsite calendar that keeps Westmounters in the know of what is going on.Owners Beryl Bowser and Rosalind Davis have agreed to work with us symbiotically to make all of Westmount accessible with just the touch of your mouse.If you would like to be part of this exciting new initiative, please phone me at 514-933-2922 or email mari- lynn@regardsmarilynn.com April 14 &15 10 am-6 pm Books for everyone at very low prices.Proceeds go towards purchasing new materials for the Westmount Public Library.REQUEST FOR .TS T Victoria Hall Books 1) excellent condition \u201d \" 4626 Sher brooke W.opics can left the library fron Info.514 483-5604 desk now (4574 Sherbrooke W.).® 24H SECURITY \u20183555 ST-ANTOINE STREET GEOTHERMAL y PANORAMIC VIEWS , WESTMOUNT 314 313 8877 > S Ni ru da = \u20ac - 102 \u201867 Yriew \u2018Aepsany] - Jaulwex3 Junowjsapp - Wodus3uiwuexajunow}ssm mmm © LIONEL-GROULX ATWATER DIE SOS OO ECO OU TN EOSOOEO OO TOO DOCS DOG OO SONO CONSO OSEO TOO OR OOO OO OO ACC AA NUR REC EEE PET PRAIRIE RITES EEE EE ET ERA EI PIEDS COS OS OST ONCE OO TE REC ROC EE TT EE NT EN RIT LE FETES RE EE SE ST PSE EE OT FR 4 - Thursday, March 29, 2012 - Westmount Examiner - www.westmountexaminer.com WWW.WESTMOUNTEXAMINER.COM And so it2OCS.Well, it\u2019s been a great ride.This will be my last column for The Examiner, as I have opted to move on after 14 years of writing about Westmount in what I reckon works out to nearly 600 editorials and countless articles, features and reviews \u2014 not to mention about a dozen editorial cartoons.No sappy De Profundis here, folks, just a few memories and heartfelt thanks to all who have made this entire experience a great pleasure, from the 1998 ice storm crisis to the current Westmount Recreation Centre controversy, through five office moves and an array of personnel changes at the paper.There has never been a shortage of events and issues in this community, and that has kept things interesting throughout my tenure.Over the years | have been privileged to work with many excellent contributors and cherished friends among Examiner staffers, the ranks of which include Andy Dodge, Ted Wright, Marilynn Vanderstaay, Marylin Smith Carsley, Debbie Dore, David Goldberg and Lindsay Robb, as well as publishers Leo Gervais, Gordon Brewerton and Denis Therrien.Special thanks go out to my dear friend Harvey Aisenthal, the sales rep extraordinaire who was at The Examiner long before I arrived and remains on board to carry on the tradition.Through a complete turnover of staff and many ups and downs, Harvey has been the only constant, his ever-present smile highlighting the good times and buoying us during difficult days.I am also proud to have had a chance to work with and help nurture the fledgling careers of some excellent young journalists, many of whom got their first byline at the Examiner and have since gone on to greater conquests.Some of the most recent names in that category include Elisabeth Faure, Adrian Saldanha, Peter Braul and Carmen Marie Fabio \u2014 all of whom were recently nominated for this years QCNA awards for excellence in journalism.Working with the public and maintaining a reliable roster of official sources is a fundamental aspect of journalism.The Westmount community has been extremely welcoming and helpful.Although space forbids my thanking everyone here, | am especially grateful to Peter Trent, Bruce St.Louis, Duncan Campbell, Patrick Martin, Brigitte Stock, Cynthia Lulham, Kathleen Duncan, Karin Marks, John de Castell and Jean-Pierre Picard for all their help and cooperation over the years \u2014 and promptly returning my phone calls on deadline days, which was always most appreciated.I was also privileged to know and learn from several Westmounters who made a huge impact on the community but, sadly, are no longer with us \u2014among them John Sancton, Harry Mayerovitch, Aline Gubbay, Stanley Baker, Don Wedge and May Cutler.They will never be forgotten.While my tenure with The Examiner has been overwhelmingly positive, I would not want anyone to get the impression that it was all a smooth-sailing love-in with readers and sources.Of course there has been controversy, and plenty of it.During the long merger- demerger saga, in which Westmount\u2019s very existence was seriously threatened, The Examiner played a crucial role in conveying information to the public.My friend and mentor, J.W.Sancton himself, once put his arm around me and said, \u201cYou know, this is the biggest story in Westmount\u2019s history.\u201d He was right, of course, and while Westmounters took to the political trenches, I made sure the latest news from the front lines was on page one every week.The Examiner's pro-Westmount stand made me extremely unpopular with the staff of two Montreal mayors and those few but very vocal residents in favour of the megacity, but I make no apologies.In fact, one of my proudest moments came on the night of the referendum victory celebration at city hall, when I was told, SCIENCE NOTES A NATURAL > f ; = 72 ! y | , WY 4 ah de A i Sma THE PIT-MULCAIR ( Canis parliamentum) 4 rd \"- Re J A] y (He) Known as 4 lone Wolf, 15 now top dog.Hard to tame, \u201cWe couldn\u2019t have done this without you.\u201d I didn\u2019t really believe that, especially given the rate at which the wine was flowing at the time, but I was genuinely touched and proud to have played a role in such a monumental series of events in Westmount\u2019s already colourful history.Sometimes there were rude readers who voiced complaints in a decidedly uncivil manner and were hastily dispatched.My steadfast insistence on objectivity (or at least the best possible attempt at it) did not always win everyone\u2019s heart, but that\u2019s to be expected.Among the very rudest callers were those demanding that their recent home purchase be omitted from our monthly list of real estate transactions.If they were polite, I would explain that there was nothing I could do because the longstanding rule was no exceptions, no matter what.But if the caller was rude from the outset and threatened to sue (an empty threat because publishing public information is perfectly legal) I would encourage them to call me back ove the run elsewhere To the editor: I was shocked to read about the proposed location for the new dog run.Right smack in the middle of Westmount Park, i.e.the park\u2019s new centerpiece?I don\u2019t think so.Mr.Chin has hit the nail right on the head.This is an idea that has gone completely off the rails.I do not think that too many residents will find this location as an answer to their prayers \u2014 more like the death of the beautiful park that we now enjoy.We don\u2019t want to wait until some child is badly mauled by a vicious dog before the idea is thought through with all the pros and cons.I can\u2019t recall this subject being brought up for public discussion before it got the stamp of approval by the City Council.If it was, I guess Continued on page 5 »b» if their lawyer refused to take the case, as | knew of a firm that would gladly take us to court.Needless to say, no one ever took me up on my offer \u2014 but if anyone ever did, I was ready to refer them to the legal firm of Howard, Fine and Howard and let them work out the rest for themselves.On one memorable occasion a verbal confrontation turned violently physical, and I was forced to rough up a nasty security guard when he lunged at me in an ill-advised attempt to confiscate my camera \u2014 actually my wife\u2019s new Nikon.Forced to choose between a possible assault charge and far graver consequences at home, I definitely chose wisely.Yes, it\u2019s been a great ride.A bit bumpy at times, but certainly worthwhile.Again, I thank everyone who was a part this rewarding experience.Given the opportunity, I would not change a minute of it.SEND US YOUR LETTERS! 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EXAMINER 245 Victoria, suite 210, Westmount (Qc) H3Z 2N2 Editorial & Sales » Tel: 514 484-5610 Fax: 514 484-6028 Administration » Tel: 514 685-4690 Fax: 54 685-3923 Classified ads; 1-866-637-5236 www.westmountexaminer.com Publisher : Patricia-Ann Beaulieu News Director: Toula Foscolos Production Director: Robert Bourcier Assistant Publisher : Lindsay Robb Bureau Chief.Normand Sauvé Graphic Design: Innograf Montreal Sales manager: Tina Lemelin Editor-in-chief: Wayne Larsen Printed by: Imprimeries Transcontinental 2003 inc.Sales Support Supervisor: Lyne Lefebvre Advertising Consultant: Harvey Aisenthal Commercial classified ad sales representative: Françoise Girouard 514-636-7314 ext 235 Sales coordinators: Véronique Gagné QCNA & 7 RÉSEAU eg SELECT vy Editorial email: examiner@tc.tc Contributors: Andy Dodge, Marylin Smith Carsley, Marilynn Vanderstaay, Robert N.Wilkins, Morgan Lowrie, Adrian Saldanha, Radu Diaconu Transmag Division Distribution: Transcontinental Media inc.Publi-Sac Montréal, 337-6920 www.tcmedia.tc President : Natalie Larivière Regional Manager: Sylviane Lussier Published by: Transcontinental Media G.P.CERTIFIED DISTRIBUTION : 9 394 COPIES 9 913 PRINTED COPIES Publisher's Liability for error: The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.The publisher's liability for other errors or omissions in connection with any advertisement ts strictly limited to publication of the advertisement in any subsequent issue or the refund of any monies paid for the advertisement.Any reproduction of advertisements or editorial content, in part or in whole, in an official or unoffical manner, is prohibited without a written permission from the publisher.5 Distributed by this newspaper WWW.WESTMOUNTEXAMINER.COM Ten YEARS AGO MARCH 21, 2002: LIGHTS, CAMERA, PERMITS!: \u201cThe borough has adopted a bylaw that the former City passed last year to establish strict rules for filming movies in Westmount.The Filming Permit Policy is based on Bylaw 1313 enacted Dec.10 to regulate issuance, application and fees of permits, as well as traffic and parking control during film projects.Council said at the time that it was implementing the policy in order to minimize inconveniences to residents, as well as to allow permit applicants to identify easily the important issues of the bylaw, while the administration outlined the residential nature of the Borough of Westmount.\u201d FIFTEEN YEARS AGO MARCH 20, 1997: BOOK DISPOSAL HALTED: \u201cThe Westmount Municipal Association has called for a moratorium on the disposal of books until the policy is clarified for regular weeding and the classification of rare and historical books accumulated over the library's almost 100-year history.This follows a report released Monday by the library director which stated that keeping rare, histor- \u201c= ical or unusual books is not in the mandate of the Westmount Public Library.Caroline - Thibodeau, director of library and culture ~ - services, said it has never been the mandate of the public library to collect rare books.\u201d THIRTY YEARS AGO MARCH 25, 1982: HAVE MY UMBRELLA: \u201cA 67-year- old woman living on Rosemount Avenue staunchly refused to be intimidated by a would-be purse snatcher Sunday in an incident reported to police.The woman was stopped in front of 1 Rosemount Ave.by the man, who asked her if she spoke English.He then said, \u2018Give me your purse or I'l] shoot you.\u201d The victim replied: \u2018No I will not give you my purse.It has a lot of important papers in it, but you can have my umbrella.\u201d FIFTY YEARS AGO March 19, 1962: CALLING DR.PENFIELD: \u201cWorld- famous neuro-surgeon Dr.Wilder Penfield, 4302 Montrose avenue, was due back home in Westmount last night after completing a mercy flight to aid an ailing Red nuclear scientist.The leading brain surgeon, who retired from the Montreal Neurological Institute last year, was flown to Moscow at the request of the Russian government.His patient was Prof Lev Landau, whom Russian sources identify as the president of the Soviet Academy of Scientists.Dr.Penfield is understood to have been called as a consultant with Russian doctors who have been treating their confrere for head injuries suffered in an automobile accident last month.Speculation was that he may have been called to treat any one of the major political leaders in Russia.\u201d ne AU Ÿ RENT sat * 20 i Left to right, former Councillor John Bridgman, Senator Nancy Greene Raine, former Councillor Nicolas Matossian, Al Raine, Nancy Greene's husband and Mayor of Sun Peaks,BC.(Photo credit: P.Gillett) St.Matthias\u2019 celebrates centennial April 28 The cornerstone for a new church building was laid near the comer Cote St Antoine Road and Church Hill on June 22, 1910, with the first services in the new church held on April 28, 1912.Now, a century later, the public is invited to help celebrate the 100th anniversary of St.Matthias\u2019 Church on Saturday, April 28, at 5 p.m.- The Bishop of Montreal, the Right Reverend Barry Clarke, will be the celebrant and preacher for this festive occasion.St.Matthias\u2019 has played a leading role in the life of the diocese and indeed throughout the Anglican Church of Canada.Friends and guests from across the country are being contacted and encouraged to attend on this great celebration.À special display of the history of the church will be on view, including pictures, artifacts and treasures that have been collected over the years.Parishioners and friends will be sharing vivid memories of the church from the early 1930's right to the present time.The service will also feature the St.Matthias\u2019 Choir, which recently released a highly regarded CD that has been featured on CBC broadcasts.As is the custom for special occasions, a grand setting of the canticle - Te Deum Laudamus will be sung.The choir, under the direction of John Wiens, is preparing Benjamin Britten\u2019s Festival Te Deum.A small chamber ensemble and the highly regarded Karl Wilhelm Pipe Organ will accompany the choir.Following the service, a gala reception will be held in the Lower Hall of the church.For more information, please contact St.Matthias\u2019 Church at 514-933-4295 or st.matthias@qc.aira.com »»» Continued from LETTER, page 4 I missed it.I'm sure that if the idea had been given the light of day there would have been lots of negative responses to it.Hopefully, maybe the idea is still in the negotiation stages, I would like to hear some feedback on this possibility.If not, I'm sure there will be lots of reaction to the idea soon.Frank Moller, Stanton Street On a ski trip to former Olympian and now Senator Nancy Greene's ski resort in Sun Peaks BC, John Bridgman, Nicolas Matossian, Al Raine, and his wife Nancy had the opportunity to get together and reminisce of past glory days.Bridgman, Matossian and Raine are long-time members of McGill University\u2019s Red Bird Ski Club.In the picture, Nicolas Matossian is holding the results of the 1964 Quebec Kandahar ski race, which was, then, one of three international ski events held in Canada.In it Nancy Greene placed first in the women\u2019s division and Nicolas Matossian, former Captain of the McGill ski team placed seventh in the men\u2019s division.Nancy Greene went on to win an Olympic Gold medal in Grenoble as well as many other U.S.and Canadian championships.She was recently appointed to the Senate and still lives in Sun Peaks BC, a ski resort which she and her husband own and operate.Académie Michele-Provost .Collège privé mixte de langue française - 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RELAX YOuR MIND While you are breathing regularly and deeply, do a progressive relaxation of all the muscles in your body.When you are worried or anxious, your muscles unconsciously tense up and you hold stress in your body.However, inversely, when you relax your muscles and let go, your mind becomes more relaxed as well.For this exercise, you are going to turn your attention to each part of your body from head to toe, consciously let go of any tension you locate.Don\u2019t rush.After you have eased the tension all the way to the tips of your toes (if you're still awake), do a full body scan and tell whatever tense muscles you notice to give it up and let it go.INTRODUCING EXILIS A REVOLUTIONARY AND NON-SURGICAL WRINKLE AND FAT REDUCTION TREATMENT CLINICALLY TESTED AND SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN LOSE INCHES REDUCE WRINKLES TIGHTEN SAGGING SKIN HER EAB RA AAS AAAI SIT BASIS RII NOW AVAILABLE IN MONTREAL EXCLUSIVELY AT CLINIQUE DES PEAUX ARTS WE TREAT YOU LIKE À WORK OF ART FOLLOW US ON M a oad DR.VW.URANO RATHERINE CAEN CN OC Dp ee! 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