The South Bayview Bulldog

Judith McErval

Judith McErvel, the accomplished archivist, real estate agent and friend to many, has died suddenly in Toronto on Sunday. April 24, 2016. The engrossing synopsis of Ms. McErval’s life is published at the Humphrey funeral home site.  A service and reception will be held Friday, May 6th at 1:00 p.m. at the Humphrey Funeral Home A.W.Miles – Newbigging Chapel 1403 Bayview Ave. Ms. McErval was a graduate of Havergal College, University College at U of T in Philosophy and History with honours and a member of the Alpha Gamma Sorority. She attended graduate studies at the University of London and then toured post-war Europe in a red MG convertible with three girlfriends.

EATON’S ARCHIVIST

She worked in advertising and sales before becoming the archivist for the T. Eaton Company from 1961-98. She collected and catalogued documents and objects related to the company’s history, an undertaking that produced invaluable insights into Canada’s social evolution. She lectured widely on the topic and was the co-author of A Shopper’s View of Canada’s Past: Pages from the Eaton’s Catalogues, 1886-1930 (1969).  Later she was archivist at Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall. She was involved with the establishment of the University of Toronto Art Centre, and, in 2005, she led a team to bring order to the much-neglected University College Archives. Her love of Toronto history led her to become a Member of the Toronto Historical Board and her much-beloved Town of York Historical Society. An avid bridge player, cryptic crossword devotee and voracious reader, she was also a great theatre and classical concert-goer.

Bank of Nova Scotia has announced it will take an after-tax charge of about $275-million when it reports its second-quarter financial results later this month in a move that suggests the bank intends to cut jobs. In a release, Scotiabank said that the restructuring charge was part of its “strategic efforts to enhance customer experience, drive a digital transformation and improve its productivity.” BNN

The beautiful and historic Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Sava in Manhattan has been gutted in a spectacular fire an hour or two after sacred Easter services finished Sunday night. Some 700 parishioners had celebrated the holiest holiday on the Christian calendar only to hear of the catastrophic fire shortly after.  Officials say they suspect a candle fell or burned too close to flammable material.

Bev and Alex Simmons and their family are celebrating the 70th anniversary of their buoyant business Dolly Jewellers. Bev’s father began Dolly in May of 1946 and the young couple was determined to continue his high standard of business when they took over from him on his retirement 25 years ago. Today Bev and Alex offer the same skill and knowledge to new friends in Leaside and all South Bayview. This month Dolly Jewellers, 1699 Bayview Ave., is celebrating with an extensive selection of gold and silver jewellery and giftware. A secret feature of the Dolly Jewellers appeal is a beautiful selection of vintage jewellery and watches. It could only be put together by people who know their field. In a way, there is a second anniversary at hand because it is three years since Dolly Jewellers moved onto Bayview. The Simmons often speak of the generosity and warmth they have found among people in Leaside and area. The feeling is no doubt mutual.

At least one of the City’s growing number of pop-up dispensaries out to “milk the green wave” has sold marijuana to a CBC reporter who specifically said it was not for medical use. That would be against the law — at least for now. Crackdown coming on pot dispensaries City warns

Bell Canada will buy Manitoba Telecom Services for about $3.1 billion to expand its services in the West.BCE will pay $40 per share, which represents a premium of 22 percent to Manitoba Telecom’s close on Friday. Montreal-based BCE will also assume the company’s outstanding debt of about $800 million. BCE will divest about one-third of Manitoba Telecom’s postpaid wireless subscribers to Telus Corp Bell has its eye on Telus too.

Rare triplets have been born to Sumatran Tiger mom Joanne. They made their debut yesterday. Nelson,.Cathy and Debbie were in good form for their first appearance at the San Diego Zoo. Report by Nikhita Chulani.

A tentative settlement by members of  CUPE who work at the City’s libraries has saved the Lea Exhibit event on Life of a Garden City. The exhibit is set to take place Friday May 6 and Saturday May 7 starting at 9 a.m. each day at the Leaside Library. Now it appears to be assured an open library. The tentative settlement comes after the two sides agreed to continue talks past the 12:01 a.m. strike deadline today. There are 2,200 library workers in Toronto represented by  CUPE Local 4948.

Ethanol-maker has given $433,000 to the ruling party since 1977. CBC

Prince Harry is in Toronto to open the Invictus Games, a competition for wounded war veterans. Monday morning he will have a private meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau and Premier Wynne at the Fairmont Royal York. CBC

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