More Georgetown Stories

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1935-1982

seated at a sumptuously laden table and enjoyed the banquet to the fullest.” (Edited from Guardian, Nov. 30,

1948)

Holy Trinity Christmas Treez 1948

“The annual Holy Trinity Church School Christmas Tree was held in the Church Hall Monday evening. A large number were in attendance. The program and refreshments were under the supervision of teachers Mrs. Ashley Allen, Mrs. J. W. Lavers and Mrs. Mabel Hearn. Mrs. Florence Jenkins acted as chairman and music was provided by Mrs. Myrtle Babineau. Recitations were given by Roger Walker, Anna Henry, Jackie Lavers, Peggy Johnson, Charles Henry, Lily Heam and Doris McLeod. Christmas carols were sung and a trio, ‘Holy Night’ was rendered by Mrs. Myrtle Babineau, Mrs. A.W. Jenkins and Mr. J. F. Johnson. Miss Beatrice Skinner and Mrs. Ashley Allen gave readings. Gifts and treats were presented to the children, teachers and others. This was followed by a delicious lunch after which games were enjoyed. A delightful evening was brought to a close by the singing of ‘Auld Lang Syne’ and ‘God Save the King.”’ (Edited from Guardian, Dec. 30, 1948)

Large Potato Boat Loads

“The S. S. Laita Dan, Capt. J.Mikkelson, registered tonnage 972.50, docked at Georgetown Tuesday evening. Her port of registry is Esbjerg, Denmark. The freighter arrived from Baltimore, US. A. and is loading from fifty to sixty thousand bags of seed and table stock potatoes, equal to about 100 railway cars. The boat started loading yesterday mainly for Associated Shipping of Charlottetown. It is expected that the loading will take four to five days. The freighter which is twelve years old has five cargo hatches and carries a crew of 24 officers and men. Georgetown harbour is completely free of ice although there is a little along the shoreline. Pilot Temple Gotell and Assistant-pilot Victor Rafuse were put aboard the freighter by the Georgetown—Lower Montague ferry which is still running.” (Edited from Guardian Jan. 12, 1950)

The New Rink and Community Centre

“The official opening of the new rink and recreational centre at Georgetown took place last evening and was attended by approximately seven hundred citizens. The ceremonies took place on the ice surface of the rink with Mayor P. L. Boudreaultas chairman. The project was the result of co-[operation between the Town of Georgetown and the Georgetown Community Welfare League. The modern electric score board was made by Cullen Debory. The septic system is one of the best as are the dressing rooms, canteen lighting system, water supply. A number of speakers made appropriate remarks Following the ceremonies a hockey game was played between Montague Meteors and Georgetown Eagles. Skating and dancing followed. The rink has ice space of 176 feet by 75 feet and an upstairs room over the main entrance a space of 30 by 60 feet for dancing, suppers and other recreational activities.” (Edited from Guardian, Jan. 19, 1950)

New Power Line to Georgetown

“The citizens of Georgetown learned with interest a few days ago of the intention of the Maritime Electric Company to run an electric power line during the summer over the eight miles of road from Poole’s Comer Garage to Georgetown At present our electric power comes across the harbour from Lower Montague by a submarine cable laid quite a number of years ago. The uncertainty of this route of supply was demonstrated several weeks ago when a break in the cable, fortunately near the Georgetown shore, deprived the town of power for 13 to 15 hours. This modern age much depends upon electricity and the assurance of a steady, uninterrupted supply of power is vitally necessary to a community of the size of ours and it is hoped that nothing unforeseen will occurs to affect the running of the power line to Georgetown via our main highway.” (Edited from Guardian, May 15, 1950)

Boxing Bouts in Georgetown

"In the main bout, Harry ('Kid') Poulton, 145, Charlottetown, welter—weight champion of P.E.I. defeated Bud Lund, 125, the lightweight title holder. In a semi-final 'Pretty Boy' Stevens, 135, of Georgetown, continued his climb in King's County fight circles by convincingly outpointing ’Tiger' George Steele, 142, of Souris, to take a decision in a five round encounter. The first preliminary brought together 'Boston Blackie' Stevens of Georgetown and 'H.Bomb' Dalton, also of Georgetown. The judges ruled the three-round bout a draw. Russell Shepard, 130, of Cardigan won a close decision from 'Fireball‘ Henry, 120, of Georgetown, in another three-round preliminary. The next bout was the only knock—out of the night when Heath Shephard, 140, of Cardigan gained a kayo over Bobby (gig) Stevens, 125, of Georgetown at the31 sec. mark of the 2nd round. In the other bout on the card 'Skinny' Cullen Delory, 145, took a decision over 'Duck' Trainor, 138, of Charlottetown by a good margin. . . . " (Edited from Guardian, Sept. 8, 1950)

Old—Time Fiddling, Step—Dancing, Singing at Georgetown

"An old—time fiddling, step-dancing, and singing contest was held in the Georgetown Rink Thursday night sponsored by the Georgetown Community Welfare League. A large crowd was in attendance with Raymond Lavandier as announcer and master of ceremonies. The prize winners in singing were Patricia Bolger, Lemuel Pacquet and Viola Shephard. Georgetown contestants included Charles King and Basil Gotell. In step—dancing the prizes for men went to Gerald Larkin, Joseph Longaphie and Isaac Fraser; for ladies they were for Mrs. Howard Fouchere, Mrs. Thaddeus Shephard & Janie Batchilder, Other contestants from Georgetown included Mrs. James MacSwain and Alfie Gallant. The fiddling contest winners were 1. Homer Cheverie, 2. Wilfred Gotell, 3. Emmett Chaisson." (Edited from Mar, Sept. 23, 1950)