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Port Perry lon B - h 419 new off cers who officially took offic§ for a year-long term on Sunday afternoon. From left: President Norm Budd (his third term), Len Haigh, first vice red McMann second vice president, 'Fred Gwen Mulholland, third vice president and Jim O'Dowd, sgt. at arms, Branch 419 Is celebrating a couple of milestones this year -- see story. Legion celebrates June 13-14 The Port Perry Legion is mark- ing a couple of important mile- stones this year and Branch 419 . has set aside the weekend of June 13-14 10 celebrate. On-Saturday, June 13, the Branch will hold a special din- ner/dance.and in-coming presi- dent Norm Budd said an invita- tion is extended to the general public 0 attend. Dinner will start at 7:00 PM followed by the dance. Guest speaker for the evening is Alfie Brisbois, commander of Legion District F. Tickets are available at the Legion on Bay Street. : On Sunday, June 14, there Vi be a "Drumhead Service" Palmer Park getting underway pH 1:00 PM with marching bands and bers from the ten branches in this Zone taking part. Wally Smith, provincial chair- man, Ontario Command will be a guest speaker at this service which has deep find out a bit about what the Legion is a]l about," said Mr. Budd. What Branch 419 is celet sary of the formation of the Branch and the 30th anniversary of the familiar building at the cor- ner of Bay and Old Simcoe Streets in Port Perry. * Currently, the Branch has well over 600 members and that mem- bership increases each year. While the Legion continues to offer assistance to veterans gnd their families, it also supports a large number. of local charities and commupity organizations. The Legion provides money to the local hospital, minor sports, Cadets, sthe handicapped, the Howard) and were elected to the executive. In February of the following year, 24 "young vets" and 12 ANVC members met and decided that "the meeting be conducted by a member of the younger genera- tion." John L. Sweetman was voted acting chairman. On March 5 meeting Mr. Sweetman was elected president with Bill Taylor and Grant serving as scrutineers to count the 28 ballots cast. On April 2 of that year, 32 of Heart Fund and Cancer Society, , scholarships and more. When World War 2 finally came to an end in the spring and summer of 1945, Branch 216 of the_-Army Navy Veterans Club (ANVC)_was operating in Port In late May of at year, just the German after the forces in E oct before the end of the war ip the Pacific, the Perry Branch of the Canadian Legion, British Ria Service Leap wistessia the installation of officers by Cam, In early May, it was decided to apply for a new Charter and select 18 names to be inscribed. It was the unanimous wish of all veter- ans that the names of World War 1 vets be a priority, even if not holding office. Finally, early in December, 1946, Cam Threadgold presented the new Charter, The present Branch building was opened in 1962. Prior to that, meetings were held in what is ibed as a " " hut ing this year is the 45th anniver- ENJOY a "KOUNTRY" LUNCH Kountry Bulk & Delicatessen Se WATER - PORT PERRY PHONE 985-3007 - SUMMER HOURS - Mon. Tues. Wed. Sat. 9 to 6; Thursday & Friday 910 9; © Sunday 11104 All Natural SALADS Dell Sandwiches located behind the Post Office and in the Oddfellows meeting room which was above what is now Guardian Drugs on Queen Braich 419 fills many impor- tant rolés in this community. Don't fi the dinner/dance on June 13 Drumhead Service June 14. As Norm Budd said, "we hope the public will take some time to fine out what the Legion is all about." A Finally, some. funny news! They say one should never 'assume but I don't think I am going too far out on a limb by suggesting that most of us get a little tired of all the bad news we read and hear. It has to have a depressing effect on us after a while, hearing about bombs, fires, "much hair spray that her car- drums were coated. The doctor suggested she consider buying a wig. Problem solved! In another instance, a very ner- vous would-be robber tried to hold up a variety store. He put a paper bag over his head with two eye-holes in it and earthquakes, plane crashes, car acci- dents, killings and those other sad and horrible things that happen all too fre- quently in this world. It makes me | wonder if there is anything newsy at all on the lighter side. We almost reach a super-saturation point by being constantly inundat- ed with the ugly side of life. These are very real things that happen and they certainly won't disappear by us putting out collec- tive heads in the sand. But it is refreshing for a change to hear something that presents a moment of mirth. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where something strikes you so funny you can't control your laughter? I was lis iening to the news one evening not so long ago and these two par- ticular items really touched my funny bone. Did you hear about the lady who was becoming incfeasingly alarmed with her gradual loss of hearing. In fact, it became such a concern over a period time that she finally went to the doctor, The poor woman was almost totally deaf in both ears. The doctor examined here and came to the confronted the owner with a gun that later proved to shoot a "lethal" spray of water rather than bullets. Unfortunately, in his state of agi- tation, the paper bag over his head got turned around and he wasn't able to see. When he franti- cally grabbed at the bag to turn it around, it ripped open to reveal his face, And if that wasn't bad enough, he was imme- diately recognized by the shop owner. It was his next door neigh- bour. In hind-sight, maybe-he would have been better off swallowing his pride, hopping the fence and asking "Fred" if he could spot him a few bucks because he was a bit People are truly funny and we all do funny things. We don't hear through the media about the humourous side of people in this world. Genuine laughter is an infectious and wonderful sound. On the other side of the coin, cry- ing, anguish and despair are not. And, because we are human, we are naturally drawn to the sensa- tional through curiosity. Kind of like a breath of fresh air, though, listening to something in a humourous vein once in a while, instead of all the doom and gloom. Don't you agree? Caesarea keeps its hall Plans to keep the Caesarea Community Hall open have been " strongly endorsed by Township council, "The last thing we (council) want to see is it closed down. Caesarea needs this facility and I'm sure it will be used on a regu- lar basis," commented Township Mayor Howard Hall Monday afternoon, May 25. y 25. * He made his remarks after SCUGOG & DISTRICT RAPE CRISIS Helping Women CENTRE onfidentiality - Accompaniment Non-Judgemental Support Referrals - Public Education Survivor Groups Face to Face Counselling 24 HOUR CRISIS LINE (416) 579-8006 (416) 985-8850 FAX (416) 985-0852 P.0. BOX 1226, PORT PERRY, ONTARIO LSL 187 Hours: Monday to Friday 9 AM to 5 PM council a group of citizens has been formed to try to keep the hall open and increase the use of the ting boride he Towtulip Fire hr said the group wants a year to see if enough revenue from bookings can be raised to make the hall "pay its way." After that, there could be reno- vations to up-gr grade the facility such as air conditioning and rais- ing the ceiling, 'Ward 4 rep David Dietlein said he attended a public meeting two weeks ago in which there was a strong message that the hall open. He said it costs about $4,000 annually to keep the hall going, most of this in heating costs, In agreeing to the wishes of the committee, council also agreed to put up $500 that will be used to organize a "save the hall dance" onJune20. | And the newly formed commit- tee will have to be officially des- ignated as the Caesarea Hall Board, similar to other boards that operate community halls else- where in the Ti The committee is hosting a women's lingerie party as a fundrgiser for the hall, June 18, 8 p.m, Admission price is $3 and coffee and treats are included. All women in the Caesarea communi- ty are invited to attend.