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--_-- AARASSARRSASS SSSA { WE WISH ALL OUR CUSTOMERS A HAPPY NEW YEAR : and promise our best service to aid you «in securing good values. | NOMINATIONS (Continued from front page) The elestors were addressed by the _#| Reeve and members of the 1989 Coun- #8 | cil, who reviewed the work of the year as it relates to the good financial position of the Municipality, and hav- ing special reference to the expenses $8 | involved in thé road -snow-clearing $2 | pragram, 3lp Mr. Gerrow presented to the rate- %| payers his request that they consider, (wtih a view to taking any general de- #| sired action) the matter of the aboli- tion of Statute Labor in this Town- ship. The meeting carried a motion which requested Mr. Gerrow to call a future meeting at which the whole # | matter could be thoroughly discussed. Port Perry 5c. to $1.00 Store EE Et A Ut a UE US SAPNA TTR TTRA AAI RR FAL ENT ETR - To the Electors of the TOWNSHIP OF REACH: Your Vote and Influence are Respectfully Solicited by JOHN S. McDONALD FOR THE OFFICE OF REEVE oo In the Township of REACH for 1940 RFNRER. JR AAT FAL TROIS To the Electors of the TOWNSHIP' OF REACH: - Your Vote and Influence are Respectfully Solicited ww W. C. ASHENHURST FOR THE OFFI oi i In the Townshiy REACH for*1940 - After serving on the Township C Council for seven years 3s a Councillor, I feel 1 could be of service, not only on the Township Council, but at the County Council. If elected I will endeavour 10 obtain a more business-like administration of Township affairs ASAT IEA: AZ ACEI ~ To the Electors of the TOWNSHIP OF REACH: Your Vote and Influence are Respéctfully' Solicited by "ROBERT SWANICK FOR THE OFFICE OF DEPUTY-REEVE In the Township of REACH for 1940 To the Electors of the TOWNSHIP OF REACH: Your Vote and Influence are Respectfully Solicited by JOHN McINTYRE- FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR 'In the Township of REACH for 1940 _ i ; RAS IEAA ETAL ERIE To the Electors of the TOWNSHIP OF REACH: Your Vote and Influence are Respectfully Solicited by STANLEY WARD FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR In the Township of REAC CH for 1940 FFAS IRS To the Electors of the TOWNSHIP OF REACH: Your Vote and Influence are Respectfully Solicited by "JOSEPH P. WILSON FOR THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR In the Township of REACH for 1940 My endeavour will be to make Reach Township a better place to live in for ourselves ang for our children. NATE STITT A ', WE WISH OUR CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS A HAPPY NEW YEAR and all the Health, Happines:, and Prosperit that the year can bring. Fe E. REESOR Phone, 78 W _ ' PORT PERRY wm ¥ | Mr. Gerrow agreed to this and sug- ¥| gested that it might be possible to #3 | secure the speaking services of a re- 3 | presentative of the Dept. of High- ways. SCUGOG (Acclamation) Reeve--Frank Gerrow, Councillors=-Alfred Prentice, Rus- sell - Hood, - Carleton Graham, Jesse Demara. ie REACH The township hall was full at the nomination meeting and much past history 'was reviewed; but not much of it could be' reported without danger of misrepresentation. The chief matters brought up for discussion have been before the courts, and no no decisions were reached at the meeting. "The following persons were | nominated: Reeve---John S. McDonald, Wm. Paridtt, Robt, Swanick, Grant Christie Deputy-Reeve--Robt, Swanick, W. shenhurst. 'Touncillors-- Stanley Ward, Wm, Steel, Thos. Harding, John McIntyre, H, O. Dobson, Thos. Sharp, Jos. Hold- ershaw, W. F: Thompson, Wilson Ger- row, Grant Christie, Harold Honey, Wilmot Gregg, Jos, Wilson, °' The following persons qualified-- For Reeve---John 8S. McDonald, Wm, Parrott. : For Deputy- Reeve-- W. C. Ashen- hurst} Robert Swanick. For Councillors -- Grant Christie, Thos. Harding, John McIntyre, Stan- ley Ward, Joseph P. Wilson. CARTWRIGHT" (Accldmation) Reeve--C. P. Devitt. - Councillors--Rupert Byers, W. G. Bowles, Bruce Heatly, W. N. Hoskin. SEAGRAVE Ths scribe though "often absent is here with a bounce this week and wishes to extend to the Editor and staff_of this paper, as well as anyone who' kas .the courage to, read this, A Happy New Year. On Friday evening, December 22nd, the Seagrave Sunday School had its usual Christmas Tree and Concert. "The opening number was "The Maple Leaf" played by the orchestra and sung by the congregation, We 'were glad to hear this old familiar song so seldom used of late years. Mr. J. Mark our Superintendent, who was acting as chalrman made a few remarks em- phasizing the importance of the Sun- day School work. He threw out a chal- lenge to anyone who doubted the in- | terest taken by Wore: our school, to come out and see for rs and pupils in themselves. All joined in singing "Joy to the World" and the orchestra fol. lowed this with a very fine selection, in fact they played a great 'many times through the course of the even. ing. We are very Froud of our or- chestra; they surely, r praise, especially thet leaders Mrs. Sleep and Mr, L. Scott, who have kept on even when things were very dis couraging. The Sunday School chil- dren now marched up the aisles to the platform singing 'Jingle Bells" and ringing sleigh bells in time to the muse. Five juniors of the Sunday School were seated on the platform and each stood in turn and said their recitation, To most of them it was their first ef- fort and was very cute in deed.- While "the Seagrave pupils were makin "preparations for their play Rev. Wi R, Tristram told avery inter: esting Chiistmns story. The play "Hang Goes Christmas" was then pre- gonted, The parts were well chosen and the children did theit parts very well. There should be no lack of actors in our community in a short time. The orchestra layed Aevoral solecs tons while the pupils of of the program, a play, "When the Little Angel Sang", and a drill for which the orchestra provided the music. . Some small pupils of the Seagrave school gave a Good Night Drill, They were robed in their night attire and carried lighted candles. By this time five of our young mothers with babes in their arms-were grouped at the back of the ¢hurch so if you looked around you could enjoy a baby show. The two Young People's classes put on a Pageant depicting the manger scéne. The music for this was a med- ley of Christmas hymns arranged by Mrs, Sleep and played by the orches- tra and was very effective. The arrival of Santa Claus with a well filled pack was the high light for the children. When he had hurried on his way all joined in God Save the King. A meeting of the Red Cross Com- mittee of the Seagrave branch was held at the home of the President Mrs. Sleep on Tuesday evening, December 19th. Returns of the recent canvass for the Red Cross 'showed $94.05. a 19 Ib. turkey donated by-8. J. Wool- dridge brought $10. The Honeydale district has not yet been canvassed. Material for sewing and knitting will be ready for distribution at the WwW. A on January 18th. The annual meeting of the W. A. was held at the home of Mrs. Colwell, The -President was in charge of the meeting and opened with the singing of "The Lord is my Shepherd". and the reading of the Christmas' story from: Luke 2. This was followed by prayer and hymn 65, "Joy to the World", -- The secretary read the minutes of the last meeting and called the roll. About twenty-five members and a few visitors were present, Mis, Sleep, president of the Red Cross gave a report of what work had been done so far and registered the names of the ladies present who were willing to knit or sew for the soldlers. Mrs, R. Reynolds gave the treasurer's report showing a balance on hand of $97.90. Of this $10 was voted to Missions and 226700 to the Board of Stewards. The business of the Parsonage Board was discussed and they were authorized to make any needed repairs, Rev, My, Tristram then took charge of the electon of officers. = After much persuasion 'on the part of the ladles, Mrs. Elmer Clements was elected President for 'a third term. --~All-the other officers were returned to their former positions. Rev. Mr. Tristram then read a piece from an English. paper, the writer's view on why Santa Claus filled a real part in a child's life, a very splendid article. * The meeting closed with a hymn and benediction, :« The "hostess then served .a. bountiful lunch and everypne enjoyed™ a good visit. We are sorry 'to report that Mr, A. deserve great]. School prepared fo rant th 'part | L, Orchard ~hag gold his farm. We will indeed misé them from our church and community. Mr. J. Férrester of Markham is the buyer, 1 have been asked.to make a. cor- rection in the report published in this paper of the four highest Entrance pupils. Roy Wilkings reported. from Seagrave; was really from "Bethel school, his teacher being Mr. Moase. We congratulate them both. = Also the 'pupil from' Seagrave School; Gloria Harding; and Ker teacher Miss' Frise, We had very special services in pur church and Sunday School for Christ- mas, The special items at the Sunday School were a solo by Mrs. W. Clarke, and a duet by Fay Boe and Jean Wool- ley of Bowmanville." In the evening service both the choir and orchestra took part and the Christmas story was told by the Pastar, interspersed by a great number of suitable hymns new and old, A Myrtle Station Rev. G. 8. Gervan preached his final sermon on Sunday evening on the sub- ject, "God's . 'Love", These' sermons have. been interesting, Practica) and helpful; Sunday 8 hool next Sunday at 1.46 pam, Church service nt 7 pm. All are welcome, 3 Mr, A. Ward spent' Christmas with his cousins, . Mr, and Mrs, Earl Ward of Blackwater. Mr, and Mrs. Alan Downey spent Christmas with" the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rham lof Columbus, Mr, And Mrs, O. Harrison celebrated thelr 80th 'wedding anniversary': at their home. Mr, and Mrs, Lewis Scott, Mus. Roy. Seott and family of Sea- ave Mr, and Mrs, Wm. Clarke and] amily, of (Sonya, were among the guests present. 30 Mr and John Quinn were with, [ Pledges amounted to $12. A draw for |: Mr. and Mrs, A. B. Quinn of Toronto, on Christmas day. Mr. and Mrs. 0. H. Lane with Mrs, Lane's sister and brother, of Cleve- land, Ohio; spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs, W. Lantz, of Toronto.' The Young People's Society met on Monday evening of last week with the President, Jack' Thompson, presiding. After. the business' period, Miss B. Cooper took charge 'of the Christian Fellowship program. At the pr evious méeting slips of paper, on which were written the names, and the numbers, were put into a hat, shaken. up, and drawn out . by - the 'members which meant Christmas gifts at the next meeting. So a Santa Claus helper in the person of Frank Downey came .in at the close of last week's meeting, carrying a. bulging sack of presents. Much fun was enjoyed as the gifts were distributed and unwrapped; dis- closing all sorts of amusing jokes. Mr, Barton spent Christmas with his little daughter. Marlene, who is with her aunt, Mis Pearl Stinson of Gorrie. Miss Elsie Smith is spending the Christmas holidays at her home in Oakville. - Mis. Robt. Chisholm visited with | her som and family in Toronto on Tuesday of last week. . Mr. and Mrs. Frank Harrison re in Orillia on Saturday. Mr. and Mis. Roy Thompson il Jack spent Christmas with relatives M Oshawa. Mr. Victor Mitchell of 'Toronto, or with his parents on Sunday and | Christmas, Mrs. E, Fisher of Asin was with her daughter, Mrs. A. Parrinder, on Christmas; ._ The annual Sunday School meeting ' customer, we hope After Hours DAY Phone 240 w A HAPPY NEW Tr We wish you all; and if you are not our "Lake Seugog Lumber & Coal Co., you will be in 1940. Phone glo. , HIMITED + i YOUR FAMILY BAKER Can relieve you from baking worries, and provide the best in Bread and Pastry. ~ JEMISON'S BAKERY THE HOME OF GOOD BREAD AND PASTRY Phone 93, Port Perry. BRIGHTEN YOUR HOME with Flowers CUT OR i POTTED - Phone to WM. ETTEY 'Phone 206. will be held this evening at the par- , sonage, to make-the 'meeting successful, Mrs. E. Montgomery of Toronto, called on friends on Tuesday of last week, week with. Mvs, Johnson Hughson, Mr. Geo. Houston of Toronto, was a recent visitor with Mr. and Mrs. J! E. Beacock, : Rev. R. 8. and 'Mrs. Gervan. ire Christmas shopping in Torante on Saturday, Mrs, Hattie Hudgin AT hotne after spending a happy week with her son and. family in Tororon.. = Mr. and Mrs, Hervey Painter, June and. Fay, of Prospect, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Lynde, of Chalk Lake, enjoyed the Christmas holiday with Mr, and Mis, E. Masters, ' Mr, and Mrs. David Duchemin were Christmas guests of the former's par- ents in Toronto,. The Christmas Trée entertainment which was held last Thursday' evening - was as usual a real success,' Tie childken were at. their best on the plat-. form and the audience responded to' their efforts in a very. approving man- ner. Choruses, dialogues, recitations and drills made up the program. Dur- Mr, .and . Mrs, Harry Hughson of Oakville, visited on Tuesday of 'last A full attendance is desired 2 "A happy crowd enjoyed the fan and social time,. and" gifts were inter- changed, Christmas "with Mrs, Ramsey's par- ents, Mr, and Mrs, Ball of Uxbridge. Mr.-and Mrs, Newell of Carrying Plage, Prince 'Edward County, were i the latter's paFents, Mr. and Mrs. . Redman during the past week, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Hill of Orillia, spent Christmas with relatives, hi Se MESSAGE FROM: "REV: J. C._€LOUGH-- (Contnued from from front page) But you pay all this might even iyanish if that conflict which is now localized, intensifies and spreads. That is true; But there is an asset yet un- mentioned and that is belief in God. Everything else might vanish; He will not. not unless we do not heed. We have not moved from crisis to]: cure, but from crisis to war because in had either no place at all, no seat in the council of men, or if any at all, the seam Sat{ention of a perfunctory: ing the course of the evening a mouse pray of unusual size and .of most extra. ordinary proportions as to the legs, ar ound as though smelling for cheese. 'AZrythm_band composed of the wee tots, was appreciated 'by older ones. The instruments were tin cans with 'beans in them--the drums; horseshoes hit with- nails -- triangles; pairs of aticks--the 'bones. . Wth these they kept: perfect time to gay little tunes played on the piano. A surprise fea- ture of the evening came when Audrey Grant, Doris' Duff, Harold Bradley, Mrs. E. Mole and Mrs. D. Luery were called to the platform "and were each presented with gayly wrapped parcels. Audrey's was a book for good conduct. Doris recefved a book for being pre- 1 sent at Sunday School more often than |any other gir) in the school. also received a book for heing pre-. Harold sent more Sundays than any other boy. Mrs, Mole received chocolates from her class and Mrs, Luery's parcel contained a hand bag, from the members of the choir, couple of: make-believe Santas came - on the stage during two dialogues, but | the real jolly old fellow him self came bounding in at the end of the program. | His face was red with cold wind, but he did not appear to be cold for he commenced laughing and talking with the chairman and soon had the gifts -| distributed, then with a Merry Chriat- mas greeting to ull, he hurried away for he had to travel far. Mr. Nelson Luery of Toronto spent a part" of the holidays with Mr, and Mrs, D. Luery. Mr. and Mrs, W. IL Cook entertains] ed thelr children, gr grandchildren andf great grandchildren on Christmas day.| UILLR SS i HIHIRN IL a nice hox of } I, Sr isanallys believe that: the song I. promise of eventual fulfilment for the! world 'at large, and a promise of im- mediate 'attainment for 'he or she w accepts the Child of Bethlehem, per- sonally. in the role which He came to 'fill, no.matter what the future. might hold, - had the thought of God as the pnly and real security when he quoted Miss M. L. Haskin's poem on Christmas Day. "1 skid to the man who stood at the gate of the year 'Give me a light that I may tread. safely. into the un: known', and he replied 'Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the land of God. That shall he to you better than light and safer than the known way.'": We have poor light and unsafe ways because we, have forgotten this truth, and having forgotten if, our arta of Al reconciliation have not kept pace with the arts of war, and we have, to go ont My; and: Mrs. A. E, Ramsey spent| Other, plans go away, His will] most of. the departments of.-life God | of the Angels over Bethlehem, of | crept on. to. the 'stage and sniffed peace on earth good will to men, is al' His' Majesty, the King, must: Have PRINCE ALBERT, ONT. 'said: "A nation that has grown up in- tellectually 'must grow up morally or parish," God. Warring human wills must give peace, and peace is something that we make as we respond to that Will, If there is one resolution that can and will give 'certainty, and Joy it is the finding and the carrying out of that one Will. A famous international figure stated recently "Guidance is a staple neeces- sity that is not rationed." "There is a little verse that 1 should Tike' 'to quote in closing, f and pray that 1 might quote it aright: "The men of the East may tell the stars, And times and seasons mark; - But the men who are signed with _ "> the Cross of Christ, : Go gaily in the dark: HG THOU SHALT NOT RECIPE. FOR' A HAPPY NEW . YEAR Here is a page outiof my scra; book that your readers may be interested. 1040; Fill it with the wholesome flour of "Duty. "Pour in an; ample measure of the milk of Human-Kindness, mixed with the honey of Modesty, Add 8° good spoonful of the Oil of Joy (for shortening) 'and - stfficlent' of the leaven of Faith to make it light. En. rich the mixture with a a vaslet of .the 'Fruits of the S with the Salt of Py Stir well ' together with the spoon of lige, and if the mixture be pois | will result, of which many ' food into the dark. 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