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han i -- 'not now served by an east and west trunk highway. © $1.50 per year in advance. 5 cents, single copy. Watch your label; it tells when your | © subscription expires, SOT RY STAR PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, SEPTEMBER 17th, 1936 ' Ontario Highway i INILTON Se L (J) J . . Zowoow | - XN A = Map of Provincial Highway Route, Lake. Huron to Ottawa and Montreal, proposed by the Central Ontario Highways Association--connecting link from Orangeville to Pete rborough--being the most direct route for East and West traffic, and making adequate connectiort.wi th twenty paved highways running North and South - The name and the map tell clearly and briefly the story of advantages that would result from the building of a Provincial highway along this route suggested by the Central Ontario High- ways Association, As is self-evident to any impartial observer, such a highway would serve the needs of east and west traffic in Central Ontario better than 'would any other of the proposed routes." It would also serve a prosperous, well populated: district It is a straight line--the shortest distance between the points to be conected. : Completion of the last link between Peterborough and Orange- ~ ville will give Ontario a trunk highway east and west from Mont- real and Ottawa to Lake Huron, It will serve directly cities and municipalities with a population of 600,00 people, many of whom have neither highway nor railway facilities. _ It is estimated there will be an appreciation in property values along the route of $15,- 000,000. - Tourist and summer resort business in Canada in 1936 will total $260,000,000,:and will be given a tremendous impetus in Ontario by this new highway especially in the Kawartha Lakes, Lake Huron, Georgian Bay districts and the North. : Ontario has twenty Cams and south paved highways in use or under construction, but only one direct and complete highway -east and west." Orangeville is the assembly point for traffic from hundreds of miles of highways radiating wesf and north and the diversion..of the eastbound traffic over the new highway would afford the largest measure of relief to the present dangerous con- gestion on No. 2 highway and other crowded arteries in the To- ronto area._.Then No. 7 highway east from Toronto would become a direct and popular route; the distance between Toronto, Peter= borough. and the east would be reduced eighteen miles. This factor is very important as traffic eastbound from Toronto does not now go around by Brgoklin and Sunderland but uses No. 2 highway and the north and south toads for Peterborough and. - points east instead of No.7. ~The purpose of No. 7 highway in re- lieving traffic on No. 2 is frustrated because No. 7 has no through connection east and west. As'a result there is gredt inconvenience to the travelling public on No. 2 highaway between Toronto and Montreal and accidents are far too numerous. instance, Peterborough and Oshawa will find it a valubale inter- city route and productive of much new business. Trip to Vimy By Miss Evelyn Alexander - (continued from last week) . THE UNVEILING CEREMONY AT VIMY 2.15 p.m." His Majesty the King arrives. Royal Salute. "God Save the King." 0 Canada." sere ro Inspection. of the Guards of Honour and: ex-serviceé men. 2.50 p.m. The President of the French Republic arrives and is received by His Majesty the King. Royal Salute. "La Marseillaise". 2.62 p.m. Proceed to dais. 2 : : 2.66 pm. Religious service conducted by: Honoray Lieut-Col. The Reverend Cecil C. Owen of Vancouver (Church of Eng- land in Canada). The Reverend George Oliver Fallis of Toronto (United Church of Canada). Honorary Lieut-Col, The Rt. Reverend A. E. Deschamps, Auxiliary Bishop of Montreal (Roman Catholic Church), : Pipers: "Flowers of the Forest", Message*by the Rt. Hon. W. L. MacKenzie King, Prime Minister of Canada. : - Address by the Hon! Ernest Lapointe, Canadian Minister of Justice. Address by the Hon. Ian MacKenzie, Canadian Minister of National Defence. . Unveiling of Vimy Memorial by His Majesty the King. The Last Post. Two minutes Silence. The Reveille. Speech by the President of the French Republic. "Land of Hope and Glory", : Presentations by His Majesty the King to the President of the French Republic. = : 8.40 p.m. "La Marseillaise" and "God Save the King'. His Majesty the King and the President of the French Republic leave together. Placing of wreaths by Pilgrims, \ 5 . Inspection of the Memorial, "The King's arrival at 2,15 p.m. was announced by the bugles of the French First Infantry Band. His car, flying the Royal Standard, swung into the central avenue leading to the south- western face of the Memorial, which looks towards the original Canadian lines. Large cities, as for| "The link from Orangeville-to Peterborough has been mapped for over ten years and answers all the modern requirements of main highways--it is the straightest and safest route available. The value of a straight highway was stressed by Mr. A. A. Smith, Chief Engineer of the Ontario Department of Highways, at the recent Highways Convention in P.E.L.; he said that the cost of | grading and obtaining a straight road was relatively small, com- pared with the saving in paving and maintainence costs. Then there is additional driving comfort and safety. Early completion of the Central Ontario Highway will mark another milestone in the progress of 'planned highway construc- tion. The central part of the Province is no longer a wilderness and there is no necessity to-continue the old policy of bringing all the trafifc down to Lake Ontario. This central highway system with its tributaries from Sarnia to Owen Sound will be second, if not equal to No 2 highway in usefulness. The Muni- cipalities and the Province will share in a greatly increased revenue and the travelling public will appreciate the new service and safety. : The Central Ontario Highways Association, whose executive is composed of the Chief Officers of the municipalities along the route from Ottawa to Lake Huron, are presenting to the Minister of Highways and the cabinet a stated case on behalf of* the people of €entral Ontario for the early completion of the last link of the Central Ontario Highway. All sectional and local policies have been. laid aside in favor of this single objective which will serve the best interests of the travelling public and at the same time provide accomodation locally for thousands of citizens, the largest groups in Ontario, at present without either paved highways or railway facilities, Petitions from thousands of ratepayers and resolutions from municipalities, Chambers of Commerce and Tour- -ist and summer resort associations along the route of the Central Ontario Highway are being forwarded urgently requesting the Highways Department and Provincial Government to proceed with the grading and preparatory work from Orangeville to Peter- borough as soon as possible. It is endorsed as an excellent method of providing a wide distribution of employment at this time of partial crop failure in the farming communities and serious relief problems in many cities and municipalities. . oe " Hére the first part of the ceremony took place. At the right of the road were Guards of Honour of Canadian Pilgrims and the blue-jackets. from H.M.C.S. Saguenay. Behind them were the Canadian Pipers and the Band of the Canadian Royal Horse Artillery. At the left was a squadron of Sphais from Morocco in their striking uniforms of white cloaks and scarlet tunics. Two troops were mounted on grey Arab horses and two on brown, gnd as the King passed the Spahis stood erect in the stirrups. . The outer cordon around the Memorial was kept by three battalions of the First Regiment in their khaki great-coats and service helmets." \ : The King was in morning dress. He wore his war medals on the left and the Canadian Pilgrim's medal in gold on the right lapel of his coat. He alighted hat in hand and was followed by Prince Arthur of Connaught; Mr. Ernest Lapointe, Canadian Min- ister of Justice apd Minister in Attendance; and by Mr. Philippe Roy, Canadian Minister to France : The King returned to the entrance of ANS Memorial Lapointe accompanied him as Minister in Attendance, the first occasion since the Statue of Westminster was passed that a Can- adian has acted in this capacity for his Sovereign. His Majesty was met by Mr. Ian MacKenzie, Minister of Na- tional Defence; Mr, C. G. Power, Minister of Pensions; and Brig.- Gen, A. Ross, Dominion President of the Canadian Legion. After inspecting the Guards of Honour, the 'King walked to the main platform atthe base of the Memorial and around to the opposite side where he-descended to the lawn to be greeted with enthusias- tic cheers front the Pilgrims. He chatted informally with a little group of blind men; some of the widows and mothers; and nurses: and reviewed the ex-service men who were drawn up in lines im- mediately in front of the Memorial. The King returned to the entrance of the Memorial to receive "President Lebrun. As they came to the base of the Memorial, two squadrons of the R.A.F. passed to the left of the pylons and they 'were followed by planes of the French Air Force which passed to the right. - : Four of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police who acted as escort to the King, were at the ends of the platform. : - "As the President of France was present, the King began his speech before the unveiling in French, a tribute which found wide appreciation in France. He continued in English. The following is the full text of his speech. "I am very grateful to you, M. Le President, for having come here to join us for to-day's ceremony. The presence of the presi- dent of thé French Republic will deeply touch the people of Canada. i "For my own part, I am glad of the opportunity you have given me of expressing thus, from the bottom of my heart, my thanks to the French nation and the gratitude of the people of Canada for the honour you have done to those whose sacrifice is (Continued on back page) o - her 3rd, there |The Country . Church Editor of The Port Perry Star: J the Port Perry Star of Septem- appeared an article which must have been of great inter- est to many. 1 would not, by any means; like to condemn this article, but rather endeavour to add to it with my humble opinion upon the matter. The article was signed "Joseph Denny", but my answer is nat only to Mr, Denny, but to all who are in: terested in the small country Church throughout our country, To me, a Church in any district 1s, or should be, the centre of community [life in that district--a place in which all people find comfort, and young people find an outlet for that abun- dance of honest "pep" of which most older people wish they had more. That outlet must be! Life de- mands it! Can youth find it in the "Small Country Church?" If so, why is there any danger of these Churches going out of business? If not, why should those Churches be in business? : My idea of a Church would be one in which the collections were volun- 'tary without Sunday collection or ap- 'peals for money. My experience has been in the com- munity life of city, town, village, and 'country of which a school house and Church building are the only evidence of a "community", and I have found that there is no community no matter how great _or small, which does not boast its share of talented people. I am firmly convinced that there is no community in which a Church has been built which cannot support that Church by means of conterts, young peoples' gathering, bazaars, etc. The mention of the retarding effect of the Sunday visits of our city friends was to my mind narrow and certainly it is not true. City and country people are, in this age of knowledge, finding themselves to be very much the same kind of people. From this will spring unity of of all peoples, rvegardles of race, creed or colour--a world wide unity of loving understanding. I am indeed surprised that any one intersted in the welfare of the Church could make an effort to detract from this by such state- ments. I am glad to see a broad attitute toward the automobile being taken in this article of September 3rd. The automobile is, I agree, a blame- less creation of wheel and- gadgets; with (he part most frequently in the wrong being the driver. If he wants to go to Church the car will take him there as easily as to any other place. But does he want to go to Church? In my.contact with man (and I've known some apparently black souls) I have yet to meet one who does not respect the noble and above-board things of life. Every proper man is willing to support such. I am sure you, too, must have had that exper- ience. If the people learn to enjoy, respect,~ and love their community Church as the sunshine centre of their life during-the-week I fail to sce why the minister would be confronted by empty pews on Sunday. In most communities, both city and country, the working out of such ac- tivities as I have hinted, would be placed upon the sometimes overbur- dened shoulders of the minister. This should not be! The responsibility rests with those who calldthemselves "a pillar of the Church". In the country community in which I have spent a good deal of my life I remember leaders in the Church ex- pounding on the 'patter of little feet'. and "Christ and the little children", and shortly afterwards voting to keep the doors of the House of God closed during the week against the happy laughter of honest, wholesome youth! The 'Small Country Church' can be, and should be, a shining blessing if the "pillars" have not become "pil- lows". Have they? --W.A. rr me eM A PO = IN MEMORIAM Lamb--In loving memory of a dear husband and father, Francis T. Lamb, who passed away September 20th, 1932. Four years have passed since that sad day } When one we loved was called away, God took him home--it was His will; Within our hearts he liveth still. Ever remembered by Wife, daugh- ter Mabel, and sons Russell, Howard, and Charlie. 4 Her many friends are pleased to note that Mrs, Roy Thompson, who underwent an operation in the Osh- awaw Hospital récently, is now mak- ing rapid progress toward recovery at ner home here. : Mrs. Harry Briggs had several 'bees last week building the wall for his fine barn. When completed this will be a very modern building. Mr. A. J. Pilkey, of Raglan, is building a spacious double garage for Mr, Fowler, ) A number from here attended Mr. Harry Hortop's sale at Balsam, on Saturday when good prices were real- ized on all the tarm stock and imple- ments which look as though farmers were very optimistic about the future. Former parishoners and friends here were very sorry to hear of the serious illness of a former pastor Rev. J. Totton, of Freelton, who has given up his work for a time on account of heart trouble, : Miss Smith and her scholars are to be commended on the splendid show- ing they made at the school Fair at Brooklin on Monday. Special note might be made of Ray Duff who had such a high standing in the public speaking contest. A bad accident took place on Mon- day afternoon near the C.P.R. cross- ing when Havding's gravel truck from Brooklinand a car from Fenelon Falls came in contact with each other. One of the occupnts of the latter was bad- ly hurt and had several ribs broken. Both vehicles were badly smashed as well. . Mr. and Mrs. Earl Beadle and son Murray, of Ashburn, visited at Mr. Jas, Cooper's on Sunday. ------------t---- "GREENBANK The W. M. S. held their -regular monthly meeting in the basement of the Church on Wednesday, Miss Mona Horne and Mrs. Littlewood of Valen- tine sang a duet. Rev. Mr. Wallace showed Missionary slides on Africa. Rev. Mr. Wallace, Maggie Blair, and Mrs. Rodd attended Preshytery at Dalrymple on Thursday. Mrs. John Michie's Sunday School Class met at the home of Mrs, Somer- ville on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wilkinson, Bell- haven called at John Howsam's on Thursday. Mrs. Ronald Johnston and family, of Elmvale, at John Howsam's several days last week. . Mr, and Mrs. Bonnell and Joan, of Oshawa, spent Sunday at Mr. W. Boe's. = Mr. Elmer Lee, of Toronto, at home over-the week end. i A troupe of Gypsies camped on Sunday night in Mr. F. Beare's field. We understand that a very blessed event took place while they camped there. _ Miss Alma Lee is attending Peter- boro Normal School, Quite a number attended the shower at Mr. John Michie's on Saturday in honour of Mr, and Mrs. Bob Brown. The Pilot Young Men's Class held a social meeting in the church on Monday evening. The meeting was featured by an interesting discussion on gambling, led by Rev. Mr. Wallace, and refreshments which were supplied by the social committee. The boys report a good time, -------------- eR ---- LJ Myrtle Station Next Sunday being "Rally Day" the Sunday School will unite with the Church Service at the hour of three in the afternoon with a special pro- gramme. Don't forget the time, and be there and bring someone with you, We are glad to seecour pastor, Rev. W. E. Honey and Mrs. Honey home again from their trip to the West. There was a fair attendance at the Church service last Sunday evening and Mr. Honey preached a splendid sermon on "The Gadarene Demoniacs" lesson, the text being Mark 5:1-20. Mr. and Mrs. John Quinn and Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Downey were week end visitors to Cobourg. ~ Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Coutts and son Frank of Trenton, were week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. I. Cross. Recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. J. I. Beacock were Mr. and Mrs, Will Houston, of Toronto, Mrs. Nicholson, Mr. and Mrs, Harry Richardson and son of Pontypool, also Mr. and Mrs. Bernie MacAlpine and Miss Helen, of Reaboro. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Morvan and daughters Doris and Jennie, returned to their home in Picton after a two week's visit with Mr. and 'Mrs. Luthor Mitchell, i Mrs, Joseph Simpkin was a visitor of friends in Toronto for last week. Mrs. O. H. Lane spent the week end with relatives in Oshawa. Messrs. W. Martin, C. Harrison and J. Pike, attended the Exhibition last ( Thursday/ Mr. andy Mrs. Peacock and Mrs. Pawley of /Oshawa, were recent guests of Mr.-and Mrs. I. Mitchell. The Woman's Missionary Society will hold their regular meeting at the home of Mrs. O. H, Downey, Thursday September 24th at 2.30 ph. All the ladies are invited to attend. The final ball game of the season was played at Port Perry last Thurs- day evening between Blackstock and Myrtle, Fh atock team were the lucky winners of the "Crests". We This brings the season to a close and Mr. F. C. Harrison and his loyal team wish to think their many supporters who so loyally stood by i Mi through the entire season. congratulate them on their success. |. SAMUEL FARMER, Editor and Publisher. were guests last week of Mr, and Mrs. Roy Percy, " : Oshawa Public Utilities Commis- sion' have arranged with Myrtle Station Post Office to accept payment of Hydro accounts' without charge. The residents of this district. will ap- preciate this convenience. : Ea PSPS ---- Business Men Meet. Representatives of the Port Perry Business Men's Association met in the Public Library Community Room on Monday evening. There was not a large attendance, as several other meetings and interests interfered. Mr. Levia, Treasurer of the Asso- ciation, reported a net amount of some $950.00 on hand, after outstand- ing obligations had been met, Of this amount he was of the opinion that some three hundred dollars could be 'spent in assisting some local enter- prise. , This naturally opened up the dis- cussion as to how to spend the money, A number of projects were mention- ed; but the only one that gained prac- tical favor was the fixing of the ball grounds and other necessary repairs and improvements on the Fair of the Sports Day. These improve- ments included the laying of the dust nuisance on the race track. For this work" the sum of $150.00 was voted, and Messrs. Harry Peel and Ted Jack- son were appointed a committee to look after the matter in conjunction with a similar committee from the Fair Board. Before the motion was passed an amendment was proposed to vote $200.00 toward the building of two tennis: courts, and $100 toward the work at the Fair Grounds; but the amendment failed to secure the sup- porl necessary to carry it. The subject of the waterfront next came up for discussion, and it was felt that the possibilities of develop- ment there should be carefully sur- veed. Without belittling the other projects, it was pointed out that the proper planning of this phase of town development would have a great deal todo with affecting the future pros- perity of Port Perry. It was evident that as matters now stand no definite proposal had been made to the Association and their action was contingent upon the at- titude of the Council as to the advis- ability of buying the waterfront lot now offered for sale by the Milling Co, Estate." p However, a committee was formed to officialy represent the Association in this matter, consisting of --Messrs. Arthur Brock (Chairman) A. L. Me- Dermott, S. Farmer, and Dr. G. M. to survey the whole situation and be prepared to report at the next meet- ing of the Association, or at a special meeting called for that purpose. There was also entrusted to the committee a study of lake conditions both as to low water, weeds and fish. This phase of the subject is being fostered by municipalities all around Lake Scugog, and a thorough study as to the best methods of remedying defects is now in progress. o> FALL FAIR DATES Port Perry ! Beaverton Orono . 23-24 . 25-20 . 22.23 21-22 . 24-25 Sunderland . 22-23 Millbrook t. 29-30 Zephyr | |. . 20 Bobcaygeon . 25-26 Rama . 24-26 1-3 In BOWLING i I'he local tournament was held on Thursday evening. Mrs. Love won Ist prize and Mrs. F. Jeffrey and Mrs. I. Beare were tied for 2nd, Mrs. E. Beare winning. W. Graham won 1st for the men and R. O'Neill 2nd. * I'he scores: were: Ladies, Miss H. Jeffrey 13, Miss D. O'Neil 22, Mrs, Levia 23, Mrs. Jeffrey 25, Mrs. Me- Farlane 24, Mys, E. Beare 25, Mrs. Chapman 16, Mrs. Love 32, Men: C. C. Jeffrey 23: R: Jeffrey 17, W. Graham 32, R. Levia 20, R, G. Gemmell 20, R. O'Neill 28, I. Bentley 25, Harper 15. ee BASEBALL Sunderland 3 "Enterprise 1 In the return game at Sunderland, on Wednesday, September 9th, Sun- derland won the round by 3-1. The winners now enter the third round of Sound. Mr. and Mrs, M. J. Evans, Detroit, «% the semi-finals by playing Parry Grounds, as they affect the success - Rennie. The committee was instructed - pre Sls ve 2 Se "a Tn AR A [og il a a ar