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races when the park proved an ideal site for the July 12th celebration more than half a century ago. "Henry he said, speaking of his deceased friend, "will be remembered by those of us who knew him as a quiet man and a gentleman. A kind man whose words of wisdom were attentively listened to by those interested in progressive, productive community growth." "Henry," he concluded, "would be very happy and Very proud if he could be here today. John C. Whitteker, Reeve of Williamsburg and Executive Member Chairman of the Conservation and Lands Advisory Board, brought greetings and reviewed the boards efforts in land conservation. "We now have approximately 7,400 acres and are continually interested in increasing that figure," he said. Mr. Whitteker noted that often the board becomes involved in reforestation. "Down Berwick way," he noted, "poplars planted only seven years ago are now 30 feet tall and six inches in diameter at the base." Gaston Patenaude, United Counties of Prescott and Russell Warden, said he was extremely pleased to be present on such an historic occasion. "Such a generous contribution to the community," he said, "is indeed a truly wonderful gesture by this fine family." Alex Little, son-in--law of the late Mr. Tweed, speaking on behalf of the family, reviewed the steps leading up to the final decision. "We were fully aware, he said, "that the community should have some tangible memorial to the late Mr. and Mrs. Tweed, two people who had given so unselfishly during their lifetimes." "We first discussed the matter with good friend Ernie some five years ago" he mused, "and, as anticipated, Mr. Burtons knowledgeable wisdom directed our efforts along the proper channels." "We sincerely hope," he concluded "that this generation, and generations to come, will enjoy the park and remember the Tweeds." Following the ceremony all assembled at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall for a light lunch.