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Town may recognize Petrolia White Rose Band with plaque
September 16, 2024
Heather Wright/The Independent
Norm Sutherland wants Petrolia to honour its musical history.
He’s written a letter to town council asking if it will consider erecting a plaque at the new bandshell, built as a legacy project during the town’s 150th anniversary.
“Mr. Percie Cox, musical director of the Petrolia White Rose Band and teacher of almost all of the youngsters in Petrolia, served this community and music very generously for many years.
“A plaque on the front of the bandstand commemorating Percie Cox and the Petrolia White Rose Band would be a great gesture by our community,” Sutherland wrote to council.
Deputy Mayor Joel Field thought the idea has merit. “It might be a great addition to the bandshell,” he said adding it would be a good way to help people know about the musical history of the town.
The band formed in 1939. Under Cox, they went to the Toronto CNE where they won first prize in Class B in 1940, 1941, and 1947.
During the Second World War thirty eight of the band members joined the armed forces.
The request will be sent to the Petrolia Heritage Committee for discussion.
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