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~ "AL. NEWS The following were guests of Mr \d Mrs George Jackson for the holi- day: Mr and Mrs Beatty, Miss Ton- "hin, and Miss Porter, all of Toronto Mrs. R. Brown, of Oshawa; Mrs T §, McConnel; "of Cannnington, and Miss Alberta Clark, of Toronto, spent 'the holiday with their parents, Mr and Mrs W H Clatk, Mrs. H. Carmichael is visiting friends in Uxbridge. GIFTS 1 hear you've just arrived in town, Papa's own *pittie, ittie" son-- All papa', every bit of you, "Cause you're the only one. Did"you come from far Hongkong? Or from Jupiter above? No matter whence or where; You're just a perfect love When you've growed up a bit, And are not quite so new, One day you'll see a funny bird, Who'll come to visit you: All legs and wings, and eyes and things; And in his beak a lovely pearl: Then you'll be papa's little man, But she'll be mamma's girl. £ --S. HH. M. Born Escu--At 388 Huron St, Toronto, on Sunday, May 5, 1918, to Mr and Mrs Edward Esch, (nee Aleta F. Still, B.A., formerly of Port Perry,) a son, Blake. ' Hydro-Electric The following letter from the Hydro- Electric Commission was received by Mr. Jefirey; Dear Sir--Confirming our telephone conversation, we would state that we have found, on going into the matter in detail, that the price of power delivered from the Wasdells System to Port Perry, would, at the present time, be prohibitive. We believe that, after prices of material and labor become more nor- mal, it will be quite feasible to supply your town from one or other of the systems. In the meantime we would suggest that you prepare for the oper- ation of your steam plant for the next year or two, or until conditions <be- come normal. We will keep the mat- ter before us, and as soon as there is any opportunity of obtaining a suitable power rate, we wil! give your Munici- cipality and district every attention. Yours Truly, Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario. F. A, Gaby, Chief Engineer Reception The ladies of the town are cordially invited to attend a public reception, at the Armouries, from 3.30 to 5.30, on Friday afternoon. The purpose of this reception is to meet Miss Ward, who will tell us on Friday night how she entertained our boys, or perhaps your boy at the front. Discharged . Pte. Geo, White has received his discharge, being no longer physically fit for military service. Expected Home Capt. Dr. Russell Parr, brother of Mrs. Fred Brock, is on his way home, and is. probably in Canada at the present time. 000 It is reported that Pte. Charlie Webster is being 1nvalided home as he has been ill with pneumonia. Remembered Him Middleton Collins left on Tuesday morning for training at the military camp at Brantford, On the Monday evening before his departure a number of friends met at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Collins, and presented him with a number of articles which will be useful to him in his new conditions of life. His rela- tives gave him a wrist watch, the peo- ple at the Head ef the Island present- ed him with a ring, and the Centre people gave him a fountain pen, while friends in Oshawa sent him a safety razor. These tangible expressions of ap- preciation are very gratifying to Mid- dleton and his family, and they wish to thank the many friends for their kindness at this time. : Married _ FRANELIN-FRANKLIN--AL Oshawa on Wednesday, May 22, 1918, Howard Franklin, son of Mr and Mrs Frank ~ Franklin, of Shirley, to Miss Ethel 'An_Agricultural Department On Monday evening of this week, Dr. Dandeno, Inspector of Agricul: tural classes in Gntario, outlined the work which a local Department wotild do if established ia connection with lour High School. © A meeting to consider this matter was held in the Town Hall, Rev. John Harris presiding. Dr. S. J. Mellow introduced the subject, dealing with local conditions. Accommodation which will meet the requirements of the Department of Education are available in the attic of the High School, a number of alterations and additions, of course, being necessary, The cost of this work would be about $500. Of this matter the Committee will furnish more complete details at a later date. Dr. Dandeno, in bis address, dealt with three methods of teaching agri- culture in the schools: : 1. The department plan in con- nection with the High School. 2 Class work in the High School. 8 Class work in the Third and Fourth Books of the Public School. The speaker centred his attention largely upon the establishment of a separate Department of Agriculturein connection with the High School. Speaking in a general way, Dr. Dandeno pointed out how unsuitable the subjects taught are for farmers' sons. There is really nothing in the present course of study to attract the farm boy as such. In fact the general tendency of High School education is to draw the boy away from the farm rather than attract him to it. In urging the establishment of this work in Port Perry, the speaker said that the matter was entirely optional-- no effort being made to force the course upon the school--but as the town is situated in a splendid fagfning district, it should be beneficial to both the townspeople and the farmers to have agriculture taught in the High School. . The Department of Education are supplying the funds to carry on the work, and to supply the equipment, but in the matter of building accom- modation and fixtures, the expense will have to be borne locally. The total annual grant would be a little more than $1000, $600 of which would go toward payment of the teacher's salary. Dr. Dandeno said that the only cost was fitting up the rooms, after which the department should be self- supporting The money for this work comes from the ten million dollars set aside by the Dominion Government for the development of agriculture in Canada. I'he interest on this sum is not" being nearly all used as yet. 'There is a system of teaching agri- culture in the school by which the subjects are taken up in the regular classes. This plan requires no ex- penditure other than that required for equipment, which amount will be re- funded by the Government. This system also ensures special grants to the Board and to the teachers. Agriculture is also being taught in the third and fourth books of the Public Schools Teachers are being urged to take the Summer Course to fit themselves to teach this branch of education, The Course is free, and the teacher taking up this work in the school, personally receives "an annual grant from the Government, making a substantial salary increase. Whitby High School is successfully carrying on a Department of Agricul ture, and gets in touch with the farm- ing community through the use of a moving picture machine, Further developments in this mat- ter will come up for consideration by the Committee and the Board of Education at an early date. Postponed The Auction Sale of household furniture of Mr Geo Stone and Dr Robt Archer has been postponed to Friday, May 31. Don't forget the date, (to-morrow) Friday, May 31st. Our local humorist says that Bur- bank is busy grafting the milkweed to strawberry vine, so that. generations yet unborn may have copious supplies of strawberries and cream. The next step will be to plant each vine in a sugar beet. onderful possibilities await the magic touch. 7 Ford Car for Sale New Ford Touring Car, with dim- mers and robe rail, 1917 model, good motor. Call at lot 10, con. 10, Raach. D. E. Ianson. tr Sunday School and Bible Class at 3 p.m. pm. =. A During the absence of Rev. W. H. Black, from June to September, Rev. J. Bell, of Port Perry, will have charge of the work, he OP Qt Methodist Church In the Methodist Chhrch next Sunday morning, the pastor's subject will be "Restored." In the evening a Song Service will conducted by the choir, assisted by talent from Lindsay and the pastor will speak upon the subject, "Did Jesus Sing?" Patterson Jubilee Singers Town Hall, Port Perry, Wednes- day evening, June b, 1918, under the auspices of the Baptist Church. JAfter paying expenses, forty per cent of proceeds to go to the Mission Funds. Admission--Adults 35¢c. Children 20¢ High School Entrance Examination The Junior Entrance Examination will be held in High School, Port Perry-on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, Tune 19th, 20th, and 21st. The following is the Time Table: Wednesday, Juna 19th 9--9.15 a.m.-- Reading Regulations 9.15-11.15 a.m.-- British' History 1.30-3.30 p.m.--Composition 3.40-4.45 p.m, --Spelling. Thursday, June 20th 9-11.30 a.m.--Arithmetic 1.30-4 p.m.-- Literature Friday, June 21st 9-11 a.m,--Enghsh Grammar, 11-1) a.m,--Writing 1.30-3.30 p.m.--Geography. Oral Reading will be taken at suit- able periods dunng the three days. The Board of Education of Port Perry offer three prizes at this exam- ination to one candicate from Port Perry Public School, and to two can- didates from all other schools, in order of meeit, on the definite condition that the winners of these prizes attend Port Perry High Scoool for the full school year 1918-1919. Each candidate shall be in attend- ance at least 5 minutes before the time at which the examination in the first subject is lo begin, sand shall oc- cupy the seat allotted by the Presiding Officer. : The Examination Fee is One Dol- lar, payable to the Presiding Officer on the first day the examination. THOS. H. FOLLICK, Chairman, Entrance Board. Port Perry Bowling Club The following rinks have been se- lected by the committee appointed by the Club to compete in_local games throughout the season, Each nnk is to appoint its own Skip and Vice-Skip and members are requested to attend to this matter as soon as possible, no- tifying the secretary when this has been done, This list does not by any means complete the membership, and if there are any desirous of joining the Club they will be welcomed and allot- ted to rinks at once. Monday, June 3rd, is a legal holi- day, and a knock-out competition has been arranged for that day. The draw will be made at 10.30 a.m., and all members are requested to be at the Green at that hour. ; Rink No. 1--E H Purdy, W H Let cher, S Jeffrey, Geo A Rose. Rink No 2--Wm Grabam, H J] White James Lucas, David Carnegie. Rink No. 3--Dr 8 J Mellow, James McHoull, T W McLean; F C Tag- sgart. 3 : Rink No. 4--Hugh Carmichael, W H McCaw, George Gerow, James Car- negie. negie, W H Harris, John Leask. Rink No. 6--Robert Murray, Rev ] Nord, Philip Polito, James Stone- house ? \ Prayer Meeting, Thursday evening| Rink No. 5--James Swan, A | Car-| : Rink No: 7--F W McIntyre, A M| _ Your with a Ford? A FOR SALE A splendid 100 acre farm for sale --south half of lot 5 con. 5 Mariposa Township, known as the 'McDougall farm. This is one of the finest farms in Mariposa, beautifully situated, and in a high state of cultlvation, conven- ient to church, school, and market. Large bank barn, driving shed, hog pen, hen house, commodious brick dwelling. Orchard of bearing fruit trees. This is" a desirable property for anyone to make their permanent home. For further particulars apply to T. D. Clarkson, Seagrave, Ont. or to Mrs. McDougall, 48 Roselawn Ave, Toronto. L SHUR-ON K HOW MUCH ARE YOUR EYES WORTH ? Don't take chances when you can get my services of over 20 years experience F. E. LUKE, 5s 167 YONGE ST., TORONTO Opposite Simpson's HIGHEST MARKET PRICE PAID E. H. P URDY » Roberts, W M Letchier, A B Sarvis, A Bowling League is being formed, | (see front page), and Messrs Jam Cainegie and Alex Mackenzie of Bea-' donated a be notified of.a meeting THE UNIVERSAL CAR R epl a ce Your Bug oy | With a Ford ORE than 109,000 Fords are owned by people in Canada in preference to the old Dra -drav - buggy and other makes of cars. neighbors, and farmers in every section of the are abandoning their old buggies--selling their driving horses and 1.nying Fords, 3 Ford cars are utility cars, They are built to endure the strain of constant daily use over rough roads. These are tha tests every farmer gives his car. The Ford meets them in a satisfactcsy manner, It is the farmer's car, so why not replace your horse and buggy Touring Coupe - Sedan - F. 0. B. FORD, ONT. Bees Wanted A number of colonies of honey bees wanted. "Apply at the Star Office. Pasture for Rent On 8th Concession of Reach, good shade, running water Apply Chas Taylor, Port Perry. JOHN BELDON LUNDY LDS. DDS, AL SURGEON. College of Dental Sur. niversity of Toronto. Graham. Graduate of Rs geons Successor to Dr. R. L. : Office hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings - by appointment. Bell Phone, office 68, ring 2; tesidence ring 3 Office over Byer's Drug Store, Port Perry. Start the Motor Season right with a box of GASTINE in your garage. A tablet to a gallon of Gas- _|oline increases power and mileage, gives quicker ignition, and a clean, | smooth, velvety running motor. Pre- vents and removes carbon. Won't clog the feed pipe. Used and endorsed by prominent local motorists and others. Satisfaction guaranteed when or money refunded. . Box treats 100 gallons, By mail, prepaid, $1.00. R G Johnston, Box 231 Port Perry, or at GT R Station, iA Guaranteed harmless © W. J. COOK Real Estate of all Kinds FARMS A SPECIALTY Runabout Chassis One-ton Truck ----- used according to the simple directions. B74 7 770 970 780 » W. U. & H. CARNEGIE Dealers Port Perry 100 acres, lot 16, con 2. Reach township: 2 miles south of Prince Albert. 7 roomed e house, stone cellar, hip roof bam 36 x 80, steel roof, stone stable, joment Jour, pig pen, 14x ive shed, 18 x 30, buildings and fences in best of repair, land tile drained, and in best of condition. : ¢ 100 acres, lot 8, con 4, Reach, on Rural Mail, 1% miles to P School, 4%; to Port Persy H School, V2 mile to church, clay 70 acres cultivated, level, 5 acres second: growth cedar, fire wood, i repay, | well. e house, bar 30 x 54, drive house x 32, hen house and pig pen. Fall barn 44 x 70, cement floo: ter i bl. wineimill, Covent olor Tall or Soriag Por: Session, . 100 acres, lot 16, con 7, Reach, frame house, 7 rooms, frame barn 36 x 60, under- ground stables, cement and cedar posts, well and cistern, 5 acres orcha.d. :This propegty can be bought on very easy terms stone stable, 2 mile fayeliad ? anes orchard, good grai , some in 80 plowed If sold before the Ist of March spring pos- session can be given. ; for V2 acre in the Vi of Manchester, a 5 ed house, stable, aud hen Bosse X