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PERSONAL ; Mr. Wm. Cutts is in Montreal, the _ guest of the St. James Club. Mrs. Gordon Sweetman, who, re- cently underwent an operation for ap- . pendicitis, is, we are pleased to learn, progressing nicely, Mr, and Mrs. Nelson Baird, of Osh- awa, were in town on Sunday. Mr. Baird assisted the choir of the United Church with the music. Barn Burned Two Horses and Two Cows Burned Nelson Williams Loses Valuable Property. About midnight on Tuesday of this week, Mr. Nelson Williams had the misfortune to lose his barn by fire. The cause of fire is unknown, and the blaze was well under way before it was discovered. A particularly unfortunate part of the loss was the burning of two cows and two horses that were in the build- ing at the time. 1here was some insurance. ounce more in a dramatic way the need tor extended fire protection for the outskirts of the town has been impressed upon our people. Ja Em J 6 : v2 See "Lightning Zane Grey's Great Drama at the Port Perry Picture House, on Saturday next. Three shows--2.30, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. Popular prices. A virile, dramatic Zane Grey story of the West depicting the reign of a wonderful stallion and the adventures of two cowboys. They were two cowhands from the West--they went to Chicago to con- quer--and were conquered. "Lightning" a picturization of the Zane Grey story of the same name-- a story of intense human interest and many thrills, Charmed by the two cabdret per- formers the cattlemen immediately succumbed to their blandishments only to rue their folly. er een @ -- VIOLIN RECITAL A violin recital will be given by the pupils of V. P. Stouffer in the audi- torium of the United Church, Port Perry, on the evening of January 27, the last Tuesday of this month. Mrs. S. R. Alger, A.T.C.M., soprano, form- ery Miss Helen Bunner, will assist in the programme. EE -- NEWS WANTED Personal and local news items are solicited. We are always pleased to publish what is of interest and value to our readers. Fore LN LY nT Bano Ee ad Tt 24 em. 8 DIED BRATLEY--On Scugog Island, on Friday, January 9th, 1931, Vera Black, beloved wife of George -Bratley, in her 38th year. BURNETT--At Prince Albert, Ont., on Monday, January 12, 1981, Grace Johns, widow of the late Jas. Burnett, in her 93rd year. APPLICATIONS | WANTED FOR ASSESSOR AND FOR AUDITOR Applications will be received up until 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 1931, for the positions of Assessor, and for auditor for the Corporation of the Village of Port Perry. These are to be applied for as separate offices. jan 22 E. H. PURDY, Clerk. Ey es Examined by the most modern methods, also artificial eyes fitted. FP. E LUKE & SON _. 163-167 Yonge St, . Toronto " (upstdirs opposite Simpsons) Phine' i | SCUGUG COUNCIL 'the Scugog Council met on Monday he 1zuh 01 January, as per statute. members all present, and subscribed 10 Lue geclarauon of vince. 'Lhe reeve iar, Jonathan Aldred, took the chair. ihe mutes o1 the last meeting were read and agopted. un mouon, the 'Treasurer was in- meaical convention; "L. Pearce $2.00, WOLK on road; George Sweetman, 1 cord hight wood; raul Hood $45.00, © coras oi hardwood. Un motion of Mr. Sweetman and Mr. uerrow, the taxes against the parson- age were ordered struck otf Collect- or's roll. Mr. J. W. Crozier was paid $00 10r 1950 as collector, and the time w return the roll extended to the 1st oul March, Mr. Kobert Jackson was appointed a member of the Board or Health. Lhe following pathmasters were appointed: 1 '1hos. Redman, 2 Amasa sweetman, $ rrank Gerrow, 4 Chas. Samells, o Robert Jackson, 6 Louis searce, ( Geo. Samells, 8 David Hope, Y Geo. Jackson, 10 wm. Dawson, 11 vliver wulams, 12 wm. Jetfrey. roundkeepers: Stewart Rodman, Geo. Samells, Wm. Jeffrey. Mr. vavid Hope was appointed as 'Y'ruant Utlicer, and Mr. George Sweet- man as Sheep Valuator. Mr. R. J. Burnham and Mr. Chas. Samells were appointed as auditors. Mr. Amasa Sweetman was appoint- ed as Assessor at a salary of $100. A by-law was passed authorizing the Clerk and 'I'reasurer to borrow irom the Royal Bank, $600 to meet the current expenses of the township. Mr. Frank Pettitt was paid $25 as caretaker of the township hall. A communication was read from Mr. W. M. Croskery re bull census, and a resolution was passed recom- mending the same in every township mn the County. The members of the Council ex- pressed their sympathy to Mrs. Sint- zel and Mr. and Mrs. Aldred, in the death of Mr, Sintzel. Sympathy was also extended wo Mr. Bratley and Mr. and Mrs. Black and tamily in the aeath of Mrs. Bratley. the Council adjourned to meet on the last Saturday in May as a Court ol Revision at one o'clock, or on the call of the reeve. UTICA NEWS The Oyster Supper and dance under the auspices o fthe L. O. L., held on New Year's Kve, was a great success, and everybody reported a wonderful time. Mrs. Henry .Gibner attended the tuneral of her daughter-in-law Mrs. KE. Spragg, at Weston last week. There passed away last Wednesday after suffering with a stroke for a week, John Jones, in his 75th year. Mr. Jones had lived in this community all his life and was well respected by all. Interment was made in Kendall cemetery on Friday afternoon. He leaves to mourn his loss, one daughter Mrs. Fred Stevens, of Ashburn, Miss P. Jones, his niece, whe has made her home with him for a number of years, and one brother Mr. Ben Jones. Mr. H. Wagg is not gaining in health as rapidly as his many friends would like to see him. Mrs. Russell Harper is able to sit up after being confined to her bed with pneumonia. Born to Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Wagner on Saturday, January 10th, 1931, a daughter. Mr. J. Medd, Mr. Bert McKercher, Mr. Chester Geer, are the trustees for this year. The annual meeting of the Presby- terian church was held on Tuesday evening A splendid crowd attended. =" DIED ADAMS--On Monday, January 12, 1931, at Toronto, Herbert Lewellyn Adams, eldest son of the Late David J. and Annie 8. C. Adams. Funeral private. = CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION Sunday, January 18th-- 3 p.m.--Sunday School. 7 p.m.--Evening service. Friday, 7.45 p.m.--Prayer Service. J ee @ PORT PERRY UNITED CHURCH Sunday, January 18th-- 11 a.m.--Worship Service 2.30 p.m.--Sabbath School. Prince Albert 1.45 p.m.--Sabbath School 3 p.m.--Worship Service Rev. Wesley Elliott will conduct the worship services. Sunday, January 26th, 1931, Port Perry Church Anniversary Services. Rev. C. W. Bishop, D.D., Principal of Albert College, will be the preacher J for the oceasion. i FOR RATE 4 Mi youre congiliering buying a new atts this SOLIGS SOW 1s the time ts | structea to pay Ur. Rename, M. O. H., |. $40.00 lor o days atwendance at the} THE WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION OF PORT PERRY UNITED CHURCH. 'Lhe women's Associdtion held their list meeung ol the new year at the nome oi the resident, Mrs. J. ¥. Mc uvlintock, on Wednesday last, with a goud atienuance. Business was taken up and plans loukeur winter's- work 'made. ""Lhank "You'f' 1étters were read Irom tnose receiving fruit and nowers at Christmas. " Reports of lusc year showed the Society) to be in gooa condition, both financially and increase in membership, and many inunks are due to Mfg. MeClintock lor her untiring effort and good re- sults of the work done by the society. [A tea party was given to Mrs, Geo. Coates who has resigned after serving the past eight years as secretary. uring the serving of dainty refresh- ments, we were tavored with a solo by Miss Downer, which was greatly appreciated by all. The following are the officers tor the year 1931: Hon. President--Mrs. G. A. Rose rresident--Mrs, J. ¥F. McClintock. 1st vice rresident--Mrs, Mathers. znd Vice President--Mrs, Harris! Lreasurer--Mrs. Richards, Secretary--Mrs, Kellett. 1aniste--Mrs,, Christy. Flower Com.--Mrs. Franklin, Somerville and Mrs. Ploughman. Parsonage Com.--Mrs. Lucas, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Graham, Mrs. Coates, Mrs. Franklin. : Mrs. EE = od SCHOOL NEWS A very shocking thing happened at school the other day! A member of Form 11 was able to shock anyone who came into the room, no matter how hardened the victim. * * * There will be a literary meeting on Friday, January 23rd, beginning at 8 p.m. Let us repeat that everyone is cordially invited to attend the meet- ings. The programs of the various types, are put on by pupils of the school, with sometimes a talk given by someone who is interested in the welfare of the Literary Society. * * * The rink is to be open to the High School on. Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 4 to 6 p.m. Come on pupils take advantage of this privi- lege. * * * We wonder why some of the mem- bers of Form I are moving so early in the season. Perhaps these hard- times are brought about by unemploy- ment! * ok % Most of the final results are posted up on the bulletin board now, and at recesses a crowd of pupils can be seen studying the results. But by observing their faces one can see that many are still unsatisfied: Those who have come low oh the list are wishing that they had come higher, and 'those who received a high percentage are wondering why they did not obtain just one more mark. Such is life. * * * Warning--to those who are consid- ering studying "Macbeth." The tragic effect marred when those reading it orally, burst into peals of laughter. * * * Questions-- 1. What happens to a person who races through our halls of learning, singing "Sweet Jenny Lea", at the top of his voice? 2. What happens between the time the door of the Principal's office is closed upon a poor unfortunate, and the time it is opened again? 3. Why are there not more taking advantage of the thirty-five minute period after four? Perfect order is guaranteed ? 4. Why did the boys sing "When it's Springtime in the Rockies," with such fervour last week? There must be a reason. FOUND--Sum of money. Anyone identifying amount and paying ex- penses can' have same. Inquire at Star Office. . W. H. Harris, of Port Perry, ex- ecutor of John Harrison, deceased, would like to get the addresses of two of the nephews of the deceased, name- ly, Clair Hodgson and Howard Hodg- son, sons of Mary Ann Hodgson, who died "in Port Perry some years ago. Jan. 16 and 22. MARKHAM vs. PORT PERRY, AT PORT PERRY On Friday night of this week (Jan. 16th) the Markham Hockey team will cross sticks with Port Perry at the Port Perry Arena. . This will be a very fast game, as both teams are expecting to win. Be at the rink at 8.30 and see the face-off. ee @P------ pe A 'play, "Wild Ginger" will be given 'by the Audley Young People under the auspices of the Women's doc tion, in Township Hall, on Friday, January 28. He ~ 25¢ and 15¢. Et REACH COUNCIL J The inaugural meeting of the Re Cogneil for for pursuant to the Statutes, in the towh=] ship hall, on Monday, January. 12th, at 11 a.m, when the members elect took and signed their serveral tions of office and commenced the | transaction of the township business for the current year. Minutes of D b read and adopted." Communications: --From the chair- man of the Board of Trustees of the Hospital for Sick Children, requesting a donation; from the Municipal World soliciting subscriptions; from W. M. Morris, Sec.-Treas. Ontario School Trustees' and Ratepayers' Association, suggesting that the Council call a meeting at some central place within the township of all the school trustees of the township to discuss some phases of our educational system; from W. M. Croskery re the matter of taking a Bull census throughout the township; from the Sec.-Treas. Ont. Municipal Association requesting the Council to become a member; from Sec.-Treas. Ont. Good Roads Associa- tion, announcing dates of the annual meeting for 1931; from the Provincial Weed Inspector drawing attention to the necessity of appointing a weed inspector at this meeting of the coun- cil. : Jno. W. Crozier and Frank Harrison were appointed auditors. The matter of appointing an assessor was defer- red until the next meeting of Council. J.T. Dobson was appointed School At- tendance Officer and Weed Inspector. Jas. Blair was appointed a member of the local Board of Health and Alex. Leask Sanitary Inspector. The Council decided that they will not pay for keeping the roads clear of snow for motor traffic during the 'winter months, and also decided that the pay for cutting brush would be '20c. per hour. The reeve and clerk were authorized to sign and submit to the Minister of Public Works and Highways of the Province of Ontario, the petition of the corporation showing that during the period from January 1st, 1930, to December 31st, 1980, there has been expended upon the Township Roads, the sum of $14,476.18, and requesting the statutory grant on same, as pro- vided by the Ontario Highways Act and amendments thereto. Accounts Passed Josiah Smith, $9.00, repairs to hall; Hydro Electric Power Com., $1.97, lights for hall; A. L. McDermott, chairs for hall; Municipal - World $12.87, election supplies and sub- scription; Carnegie Hardware Co., $5.90, gyproc for hall; Ont. Good Roads Ass'n, $5.00 membership fee; Stanley Ward $28.55, railing to cul- vert and dragging; Jno. Colleran, $1.20, snow labor. The Council adjourned to meet on Saturday, the 14th day of February at 1 p.m. oe) . County Council COUNTY OF ONTARIO The first meeting of the Council of the Corporation of the County of On- tario for the year 1981 will be held pursuant to statute in the Couneil Chamber in the Court House, in the Town of Whitby on TUESDAY, JANUARY 27th, 1931, at the hour of two o'clock in the afternoon. Hy All accounts to be laid before the Council should be forwarded to the Clerk, properly certified, at least three days before the meeting of the Coun- cil. Dated at Whitby, this 12th day of January, 1931. ARTHUR E. CHRISTIAN, were | | her vacant place, her husband, little "the year 1931 was held| distinction achisred' lines, de luxe wire wheels s and added wheelbase of the new Chevrolet Six is evident. And beneath the hood is a six- cylinder, 50-horsepower motor. It is a pleasure to drive the new Chevrolet because six cylinders are so smooth and' quiet and restful. The new car has many other features certain to appeal to every buyer in the low price field. Exceptional power and acceleration. Fingertip con- trol of the wheel in turning and parking. Rugged frame and axles. Roomier interiors. Unusual economy of gas and oil. And new, low prices . . . by the handsome new body the lowest at which any ¢ Chevrolet has ever been introduced. _ Chevrolet's policy has always been one of service to the pub- lic . .. The GM AC plan of deferred payments offers the lowest financing charges in the industry . . . and the General Motors Owner Ser- 4 vice policy assures lasting satisfaction. NEW LOW PRICES The S Ri - = = $610 The H tical gnit tal "Tr WGP aha Standard = = - 0695 Te Saved Filton coe Has Ou The Super ker Spot Roads = - 760 The Stand - 820 Prices at factory, Oshawa. Yo bumper: d tire extra, are Cars. and Py ig $470 pe The NEW CHEVROL ET SIX 1 GENERAL MOTORS BEARE BROS. "After we sell, we serve' Port Perry SCUGOG On Friday, January 9, Mrs. George Bratley was called to her home be- yond after a sickness of about three weeks. She has passed nearly all her short life of 37 years around here and Port Perry. She had many friends who regret very Tifiich her, early de- mise, as she was always bright and cheerful herself. She leaves to mourn daughter Margaret, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Black, six sisters and two brothers. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The family has the deepest sympathy of their many friends. "Bright was her face with smiles, And words of welcome and gladness Fell from her beautiful lips, And blessed the cup as she gave it." On Saturday morning the word came around of the death of Mrs. Bratley, then the same evening the news came that Mr. Sintzel had been called to his home beyond while at his work of cutting wood in Mr. George Jackson's woods (the same place where Mr. J. MacGregor was found, a year ago.) All tHough in his 84th year he was jolly and had a joke for everyone. He made many friends since com- ing to Seven Mile Island several years ago. Then he sold it to Mr._A. R. Wilson and moved to St. Thomas, and from there to California, returning back here last year. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, four sons and three daughters. Two sons and one daughter predeceased him some years County Clerk. will kn OPTICAL WORK SPECIAL Our stock of wrist and pocket watches, at a discount of 209 good 'until J anuary 3lst. Do not overlook our Special Stationery Offer. When you leave your waten, % clock with us for ow exactly cost you for r ago. The funeral took place on Tues- Wha it 2 : A seoULTY day afternoon from the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. Aldred, The family have the deepest Sympathy of their many friends. "Let nothing disturb. thee, Nothing affright thee, All things are passing, God never changeth, Patient endurance, Attaineth to all things, Who God- possesseth In nothing is wanting, Alone God sufficeth." Miss Edna Prentice visited for a few days recently with her grand- mother Mrs. Munro, of Epsom. Mr. E. Lee, Mr. J. Demara, Mr. S. Mark and Mr. Roy Hope, are busy | cutting down the dead maple tree and trimming others, at the north of the Centre School yard. Mr. Percy Sweetman, of Kingsville, is visiting his cousin, Mr. Arthur Sweetman, for a few weeks. Miss Gladys Dodsley, Mr. O. Ven- ning and sister Elsie, of Butketon, visited her parents here and attended our Sunday School and Church service on Sunday. Mr. Thomas Clark, of Toronto, is visiting his sister Mrs. Oliver Reader and other friends. Mr. Stewart Sweetman and his cousin Mr. Percy Sweetman visited in Toronto over the week end. The lovely snow storm has spoiled the skating for the young folk, but -- -- we have good 'sleighing. Mrs. A. Brown, of Epsom, visited her sister Mrs. R. Prentice for a few days last week. Chambers' GARAGE and Machine Shop Bell Phone 98 rb All Makes of Cars Repaired Radio and Car Batteries Re-Charged Oxy-Acetylene Welding A SPECIALTY BR dibs FIRE RAZES MILL AT/LITTLE BRITAIN (Toronto Globe) Fire about 9.30 o'clock on Tuesday night destroyed the grist mill, plan- ing mill and shingle mill, owned by Wilfred Hooper, Little Britain, with damage of about $4,000. The mills served the district around Oakwood, | Valentia, as well as Little Britain. Fire truck from Oakwood and Lindsay assisted in saving the houses of Sam- uel Hooper and Mrs. Bullivant, ad- jacent to the mills. Willard's Store News MMONIA POWDER, Star, cvaviaranvs 3 for Be, BUTTER. Choices sesanarmiias. 3 Ibs. for $1.00 c™ FLAKES GGO BAKING TowheE ISH, = "JNTERLAKE TISSUE, ..3 for 25e. 0 . 35e. ts ly 'dozen 35¢. ACARONI M 3 for 2c. A. B. C. | SALE Look over these columns and "your shopping by Phone or otherwise will be as simple as A. B. C. N ONSUCH ..Stove Polish 17c. 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