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Watch your label; $2. 00 per year in advance, : be. Single Copy KJ 82. 50 per year outside Canada, eg rereiniug GEER Notes and Comments ra DHE SCAPEGOAT All of us have scapegoats. Howevan: igh only' are we un- "aware of it, but what is more significant most of u§ don't know. even what a scapegoat is. In early. biblical times, during the. tribal period of Jewish history, 'it was the practice of the priest to gather the people of Bho tribe and in a ritualistic ceremony transfer their guilty. and sinful feelingsintb the body of a goat which was then ceremonious- ly killed and burned. In this way the troubled people were able to get ride of bothersome emotions. To-day, while the procedure is much different its significance ~is the same. We get rid of our guilty feelings, our meannesses, and our petty feelings by transferring them to some one clse. Ingrid Bergman became the scapegoat for untold thousands, who, 77 «= . iN 16th Century Protestantism John Calvin © The inherent greatness of Luther, his open rupture with the' Papancy, the conflict he had with - Pope, Em- perorwand princes. shook Europie as with an earthquake, but properly speaking he left no successor. The Reformation had not one but several distinct origins, and yet aris- ing from the same general causes, belief in Scripture to be the Word of God, and the only -ipfallible rule of faith -and life, and the fountain-head though not without sin, were the first to cast 'stones. We not only scapegoat to free ourselves of guilty. feelings, we do it also to get: rid of frustratings, feelings of insecurity, fear and. hos- tility. we look around for somebody to blamie; we transfer the problems from the real causes and situations to these scapegoats and pro- ceed to berate them wi ith h all the power we possess. The business man who in a world of cut-throat competition insists that its evils are caused by the Jews; bosses who blame the hired help for the condition of the business ; workers who blame inefficient bosses; council which blames the voters; the voters who blame council; the whites -who attack -the negroes; the negroes who attack the Indians; teachers who blame the pupils and the pupils who blame the teachers: all these. and many others are scapegoating. Instead of dealing with the true causes of their difficulties they shift responsibility to others. Much of the world's tréuble is caused by our primitive and uncivilized tendency to scapegoat. Next time we are on the verge of blaming someone else . . . let's take a-second look at the situa- tion and ask ourselves if the Yossi y doesn't really lie with us. TRANSITION IN EDUCATION There: has bicel; much criticism about the new trends in edu- a thorn in No on, France. Rather than deal with the causes of these in our own liv 2s | or Noy of truth instead of the ecclesiastical authority of .the mediaeval church. On July 10, 1509 John Calvin was When but a 'hoy of twelve years of age, he was given. a chaplainey in the Roman Catholic Cathedral of . Noyon. John Calvin's father destined his son for the study of theology. Suddenly he changed his plans and the boy was sent to study law. As a student John availed himself of the opportunity: to study. the Greek language. He usec the "New. Testament as one of his Greek text books. The lad not only learned Greek in his. studies, but the spirit %ef God through the .Written Word enteréd into his soul and he became an ardent Trotestant. .Outbreaks of persecution had taken place in France, and the dgitated con- dition of the country caused Calvin to enter the freedom loving Republic of Switzerland, and in 15636 he decided to live in Geneva. cation. Most of these criticisms centre around the idea that for- mal education 'to-day is child's play. Standards have been sac- rificed, examinations abolished, discipline relaxed, authority chal- lenged, and the curriculum jettisoned. To make matters worse, interest 'and pupil reaction have become the 'be-all' and the 'end- all' of school activity. To a degree these things are true; Standards are of two kinds; those arbitrarily imposed upon the group by the authority strong enough to impose them, or, It was customary for the Genevese people to have the unique privilege of electing their Bishop who ruled over them assisted by others. In 1313 Pope Martin V deprived the citizens of this right. The people. insisted upon this privilege. A struggle between liber- ty and despotism arose, Calvin _sup- PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARC H 23rd, 1950 ig i I her every good wish and good ek on Lovely gifts were presented to our. guest, little: Marilyn GHEE EEK EE her trip overseas. Fralick presenting them to Mrs: Free- man, after opéning 'these very useful gifts Mrs. Freeman expressed her de- light-and thanked everyone foi their kindness and good wishes, "Those pre- sent were Mus. Maurice Fralick and Marilyn, Mrs, Keith Crozier, Mys. Ray Fralick, Mrs. Douglas 'Crozier, Mis. Stewart Rodman, Mrs." Carl Graham: Mrs. "Thos Redman, Mys. Smith, A very enjoyable afternoon was spent tico. the hostess Mes. Donald Crozier. LIE TE SE Over sixty friends and neighbous gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Redman, on Friday, March 10th to "wish Mv. and. Mys, Wilson succéss and happiness in their future home near Blackstock. Croki-, nole and bingo were enjoved the first part of the evening, a number winning prizes for the bingo. Following was a musical program given by some of the local talent. Solos being rend-- ered by Mrs. Arthur Fulford, Allan Redman, Donald Collins and J. Howe, and a sing-song with. Mrs, Redman oe pianist for the evening. Anson Ger- row acted as chairman. Mr. and Mis, Wilson, Mary, Clem and Glen were then asked to occupy the chairs placed for them and then the Si ad- dress was read by. Mya. Redman: To Mr. and Mrs. C.. Sho and family. On learning of your depaygure from our 'midst to make your home in an- other neighborhood, we, your friends and neighbors- have assembled to ex- press--the-high--esteem--in--which- you [tt are held by us all, and our sincere appreciation of the fine services vou have faithfully rendered. . We cannot realize it is twelve years since vou came to live among.us. During those years we have always found: that we could count ' on your and a delicious lunch was served byl; Charles] 7 SUE EAA p/ REN Ten years ago this. month several the young men in Port Perry got toi ether 'and formed themselves "into the Port Perry Yacht Club, z In that decade the Club has come quite a distance. as can anyone carving to look. It has not been easy: be "seen hy Everything this Club has, it has. earned throueh the labours and faith of its members. The Yacht Club is proud of the fact that it is beholden to no-one for what it is and has. We do not Me anbers. forget ow Honograry How could we? They, of their own freewill, came forth and made donations of various to speed us on our way. We realize that there are those who who. do not care for us particularly. For that we ire SOITY: Our poliey has been, is, and always. will be, the propagation of boating on Lake Scugog as a means of having fun. types 1s Such a hollow sounding purpose on which to expend such amounts of energy! But how niuch more hollow would "it be if we were not trying to, and having, fun? 5 Who of you who read this, do not try, "in everything "you to erjoyment ? There are many pleasant tasks) in life, but there none that canabt be made a little loss rH by rivingourseved Td those [0 seek un- do, are who care to watch SOME satis. sailboats and power. boats, then wi are achieving our aim; providing fun for oirselves which is us, faction in ow My, for their beef cattle" "Also: Durham. Old Boys, Toronto, Mr. J. L. Hughes sas 'chairman and Alr. Thos. Yellowlees as Secretary. Ontario. Plowmen's Association has announced that the 1953 International Plowing Match will be held in United Counties of Durham and Northumber - land. The exact location has not been decided, but will near the front, perhaps. in Hope or Hamilton Town- ships. Suggested places are Plains- ville or on Lakeshore Road, west of Welcome, The Northumberland and Durham Association will celebrate ics hundredth anniversary im 1953 and is one of the three The was in 18533 west on Canton. } Blackstock Forum was=well attend- ed at the home of My, and Mrs. A.W. Wright. In the absence of Gerald Stinson, Ralph Larmeér acted as chair- man. centered around: the co-operative use of land and machinery. . It was admitted by some that--perhaps--tess- capitat night] he néeded and material might be gained by co- -operation. be oldest associations. A pood discussion more gains It Wils gre nerally agreed that some types of Tarming and some aréas lends itself to such schemes, but in old Ontario where individual farms and farmers prevailed, it was possible but not very improbable. Many Yoices wepe raised in support of ifdividual where each excelled in some line and opportunity to follow it to the Pride in your own ability and successfulness, minke the women we have in our land today. : When will Mi, Co-Op drive his show exhibit his' prize stock" possession, top. fine men and horses or {o a torm of spiritual beauty, and hen v for those who see our | to behold: wats which is I pleasant und fun. thrill the crowds that visit our Fairs and exhibitions? Man is not always striving for dollars; other things are THE PORT PERRY STAR CO. LTD. Authorized as Second Class Mail," ~Post Office. Department, Ottawa. - 5 FerRG wa e 26 CAREER wee We tie farmers wore. broad ike when No ERlioft paid them Hh per cwt. FE helt then third annual banquet, with first plowing match in Durham | Published by P. P. High School Faith md begorra cante the sivin- teenth of Ireland and the High School was as Irish pis Paddy's pig. rocks, green and. white streamers, and multi-coloured balloons - transformed the. assembly hall into a deluxe ball- room for the second annual At Home. The however, unfavor- able for travel and Van de Walker's orchestra was conspicuous by its ab- sence. Those 150 people who braved the elements and came to dance any way agreed that it was a won- derful party. Among the out-of-town guest: Joel Aldred: welltknown radio announcer. weather, was were Wis and patronesses for the dé- were Dr. and Mrs. Mrs. R. Peel, Mr. Crane, Miss A. V. Patrons hight ful R. and evening Irwin, Mr. and Mis, JIL. Parker, and Helen Diamond. CRAGGMOPP F 'irth Form Fellows and (comment on the effectiveness of the alliteration) were in charge of Fri- day's. mid-morning asse mbly. = Bob Helm was master of ceremonies, Mary Lou Wilkinson read the Seripture les. on and led the prayer. Novel ad- vertising for the "At Home" was a stinging commercial for which Marie Thomas was pianist. Bob entertained with a witty commentary onthe real (7) lives of : students, + . R. AGG morp The tinal game of the girls" hoop . tdurnament was a heated affair, as vivalry and reached an that which competition pitch than Port winners" Shirley Smith counter, even Create eNIsts the sot the between For red" I ITUTISITTS but ( athryn AE wg HEA HEARERS Nes Flashes from Shani- - Miss M. Barrett, Jim Smeltzer Females some staff members and and" Uxbridge. i A ta an gr rT --individuat-standards-self=imposed-through-a-developing sense--of responsibility. Most people have enough of the dictator- complex in them to appreciate the first and to argue that the second is im- practical. However, a little thought and observation will con- vince any open- minded person that responsible standards: never arise from imposed authority. At best such standards aré rough measurements for dividing groups into ctassifications of failure and success according to the whim of the authority. As a spur te the development of true standards they obviously leave much . to be desired. New trends in education would make it difficult "for those who believe in such standards to impose them. Exam- inations present a somewhat different picture. FExaminatons are real things and we can experimen{ with and test them. Scienti: fic experimentation has shown that most of the time, thought and energy put on these things was wasted. In the light of such verifiable knowledge it is only sensible and reasonable that we should do. away with all the false emphasis placed upon them. Ge Ji ~The problem of -discipline-is-a-very- real one.--Formerly we associated discipline with behaviour---as long as we could get the pupils to be quiet and be obedient we. didn't much care about "whether or not they were learning to discipline the emotions. This type of discipline produces what Hitler had in Germany--a Soil point of madness. None of us want such discipline. We want ~ discipline-of-the emotions. hoth for the sake of the individual and the sake of the 'group. The discipline should always be in terms of the question, "Ts this person growing to be a better per- "son?" After all isn't that the question we adults are asking -ourselves? This is a real mark of maturity which passes far be- yond the narrow conception of the old form of discipline in the classroom. Unfortunately, many of us were so steeped in the authoritative form of discipline that we are unable to appreciate anything save a stereotyped conformity that smacks more of death and inertia than of life and spontaneity. While interest is a far more important motive than the old- fashioned teacher was willing to admit, there are teachers who ! think that interest is the only criterion of the newer education. --From one-extreme-to- another- is-s0*often-the-history- of-change. It is a pity that much that is redlly worthwhile in our new ex- periments should be sacrificed because we fail to understand the right use of interest in development. If Wve emphasize interest to everything else there is little question but that we shall turn out.some peculiar graduates. Interest is the starting Point for the development of true interest 'whichis; of -course; social -and personal responsibility. This is the true aim of democratic edu- ..cation and this is the goal which has inspired_the changes which + are so profoundly affecting the schools our children attend. abr! ' In 5 I EE 4 tr 'Lions Club to Sponsor ee Draw for 'Memorial Hospital The Port Perry Lions Club hd accepted the kind offer of Mr. Denis McKinzey, Manchester Garage, .to provide a Ford Tractor and plow at cost price, for use in a draw in aid of the Community ~ FMemorial Hospital. HR ~The aim. of this Lions. Club' project. will be to furnish the a Maternity Room with modern téchnical equipment, including a Baby Incubator, efc. + Street Carnival, Ticket Sale, Testricted to 3,000 only, will com- mence about May 6th. a Scout Mothers Cit Whist & Bridge i in afternoon, Euchre at night, on Wed, March 29, at Delicateria nation filled- with hatred and self-glorification and license to the 9 The draw will be held July tat at the Lions | the e--eause py th vie ported--the--eause--of in spite of 'the fact that he was timid, and loved retirement he was foreed into public life. The events which followed drew men's attention to the distinction between church and state, the possibilities 'of the popular vote, the divine right of the people in truth as-an authority rather than the divine right of the clergy and kings. From this ideal arose the principle of democracy in 'politics as well as democracy in religion. John Ridden J ---- wo o> § Port Perry High School Girl Wins First Prize Marion Forester, a student in Grade Port Perry High School, was awarded first. prize in-the essay con- test sponsored by the Woman's Asso- ciation-- (United Church) for Oshawn Presbytery. The essay, "What may, | happen to me if I take that drink", will be read at 4.30 p.m., March 26th over CKLB, Oshawa. - Miss Marion Forester is a daughter of J. W. For- ester, Con. 14, Reach. trants from this locality were awarded honorable mention. SLonaratulaticns, nl ported Tpeoples--and sh --Scugog- News Two very pleasant afternoons were spent at the homes of Mrs. Thomas Redman and Mrs. Donald Crozier re- cently to entertain Mrs. G. Freeman, on her departure next week to visit her many relatives in England, and to convey our very best wishes to her on this very happy occasion. Twenty five years have passed since coming to Canada, and this first trip: home will certainly mean many happy reunions. Lovely and useful gifts were present: ed to Mrs. Freeman by Mrs. Charles Reader, Mrs. Stewart Rodman, Mus. Carl Graham, Mrs. Chas. Samells and the hostess, Mrs. - Thos. 'Redman. Mrs, |- [Freeman thanked everyone for their tokens and, following a dainty lunch was served by the hostess and a Jolly afternoon came to an end. A number of ladies were entertain- ed at Mrs. Donald Crozier's, on Wed- Freeman as honoured fuest to wish NOTICE There are 5 pages of Local News this week. {support Two other en-| nesday afternoon, with Mrs. George | in_any undertaking of the church and that you would always lend a helping hand to a friend or neighbour in need. : You have been very ready to offer vour aid in the welfare of the church, the school and alsa of the community. We greatly regret that you ave leaving our misdt, "and we shall "miss you all, in the Sunday School, Church and in the W.A. where you, Mrs, Wil. son, hive proved a very-valued=mem-. ber. We know that in your new environ- ment your large cirvele of friends will ever grow larger, and you will de- monstrate those fine qualities "which Pak the neighborhood a batter place i which" to live. "Sometimes we do oe realize the true worth of our neighbors: until they are about to leave our midst. : : We are glad you will-not be far distant, and we hope 'you will join us on many occasions, We ask you to accept these tokens Those themselves who do not AWish--te vt to what we haye to offer are sure to find what "they. where seek oleet Those few who have animosity to | wards us, because of some uninte mtion- al injury to thems, will Jenn that malice can never completely destrey that which is built on joy: One decade of Yacht Cll history is behind us, and ahead of us. we hope, many more ~~ o> BLACKSTOCK Nestleton Young People's_Union-on- tertaingd Blackstock Young People in the Chureli basement evening of last week. Congratulations ldgar Emerson Stratford, second son. on---Thursday Mr. and Mra. Griffith) of, arrival of their to (Ann on the of --our-regard-for "you and hope that you will, in looking back on your so- Journ" here on Secugog, recall some pleasant memories. Signed-on behalf of your Srioiits of this community. The; gifts were as follows: A love- ly seven-way Tri Floor Lamp, Electric Iron, Electric Toaster, Electric Bed Lamp and two Boudoir Lamps to match. Mary was presented with a Waterman Pen, and" Glen and Clem, were each given a lunch box. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson thanked everyone present in their usual pleasant. nianner, ox- pressing their "deep regrets on their departure from this neighbourhood. the gifts. + Anson Gerrow called on the following to speak: Rev. Mr. Bick, Messrs Ira. Aldred, Stewart Rodman, Angus Wilkinson, and Mrs. Laverne Martyn... All joined in singing "For they are jolly good fellows, and Auld |- Lang Syne. A very 'tasty lunch was served by the ladies of the community, Spent by all present. > ---- PRINCE ALBERT Wilson We welcome Mr. cand Mrs, _{and family -to- our village and wish for -them" the success at their store their predecessors had. All are pleased to have the mild weather of spring come and take away some of snowbanks; ¢ Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Wanamaker of Seagrave on the birth of a son, Also to Mr. and Mrs. James Brown (nce .Helen Bond) on the birth of a son-~Walter Wayne-- at Toronto, Mildred and Denny Martyn, 'Seugog visited their grandparents, Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Martyn. Mary also expressed hér thanks for 8 land a very enjoyable social time was | Mairs, to Nestleaon Community Hall. ~Four rinks of Cartwr igh Curlers at- tended a bonspeil at Lindsay, March 8th. The funeral of Mr. Robert Payne, | Pontypool, - was attended by sever: al | members of L.0.L. No. 133. | Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bailey who | are spending the winter in Florida, | Maveh 11th. We hope for their sake as well as our own; that the weather will be more springlike when they ar- rive, . : we hope that "Miss "Eva Parr, who 'has been with her brother Clarence, in Howmanville for several months, will soon -be-able- to return to lier beers--tmportant-and-wor th wile, der's Repairs are being made be. Ivan] Admission: \ ne were expected to start for home on, Sunday visitors inclided My. and Mys. Who is in Toronto General Hospital. home | here. We learn that her hip has knit successfully and that she is well on- the road to recovery. ' . i The Young Married Women's As- sociation cancelled the March meet-' ing because of bad weather conditions. The April meeting will be held at the home of Mrs, Suywell on the 13th at 8 p.m. . We see in report of Clarke Township Council meeting that Newtonville will have street lights-installed in the near future. During the past month coun- cil members 'had met with the rate- payers of the-village and from thesq meetings the necessary number of as sessed properties in the village had signed in favour of installing street lights within its prescribed area. Of the 57 property owiicis, 43 have given their consent to have lights installed. The township is to pay the capital cost which amotints to around $1400, This amount is to be carried by the township with the operating cost to be asseased to the property within the prescribed area, In the dim and distant past of some |paper we note that fifty years ago What rice Independence ? Afternoon auxilinny the WALLS of tof United Church, met at the home of Mrs, Norman Mareh Sth. Meso Roy Ferguson, president opened the meeting with prayer. Mops, Roy Tavior took the worship period. Roll call" answered by oa prayer from the Bible. Mrs. €. For- wroup were in charge of the pro- Mrs. CW. Hutton Messagre taking as her theme "Blessed is the Maker." Glean- ing were brought to the meeting from Preshyterial by the mem- Mrs. Roy read a letter Mountjoy, "Was grim, Peace gave a Peace several of hers. Tavlor from Miss-- Hazel Heffron Chengta tH University, China. the Study Mrs. Roy Fergu- look taking part of the chapter "In Christianizing the Social Order" Mrs. Forder nad Mis. Mountjoy gave vewdings. Lunch was served by the group in charge. son gave sentence | Awith the boys there. Hall coon cnme back with her famous hook shot. In the second half Howey and DeNure begran to click, so that the reds gained an 8-4 lead. The despe- rate "blues" definitely came to life Aldred put them within one husket of g tie Score; but the ball msisted on dropping outside the hoop The active members of this school champion team DeNuve, Gatenby, Hallett, Jack- Howey, Judge, Searle and Smith. when Joan and the game ended 8-6. wore son, ' . RAGG MOPP They boys have been using their ac- tivity 'periods for rifle shooting prac- Results posted - indicate that Powell, Prescott and Heayn are the cadets with the most accurate eye and steady finger, The Grade Niners are journeying to Uxbridge Friday for a cage game f. RIT CER ica "Too Ut The play, Sing willihe presented in Memory Hall, Port Perry Yacht Club, on Lay, March 28th at 8.30 p.m. under {the auspices of the Utica Woman's Ass=ociation. Linch will be served, adults Hoe. Children Zic. T weg: with Mrs. Grambrell. Joe Grills, Raglan, at Toronto anid Mrs. Gard, Mr: by '"M Give a man power and then watch him swell ©. that is why most of ow leader s are 'big'? + * * * that average maintains to the persan that without it we would éease human terrible must: be without religion! . ia Julinn Huxley 50 necessary re- ligrion to he number heings ©. La .- . Elizabeth Avden is arging to let their hair grow long | | cause it lonks=s6 terrible shart | butswomen sre too busy minking/thems- selves up to have time to hothier with long hair. he A Jesuit priest in Italy has just in- vented a new game, 'to Rome in Holy yemy' cin the game for yield- ing the devil's temptation, reading communist literature . , . penalty is] ten points: for getting on the: square marked " PROTESTANT . the penalty is more than four times as great . . . Roman Catholics and Pro- testants are both Christians, LJ + + Boh Wi ls The Passing Show women | "Walker's; Keith Jack Crosier's; Mr. 'Silver at Henry Skerratt"s; Donald y | Strude 'nski and children at Mr. Ditt- !rick's. Mr. Boxall and Mr. Trenka, of To- fronto, at their homes here. Mr. Henry Skerratt was in Toronto on Tuesday, visiting Mrs. Skerratt Thompson at | Church service on Sunday at 2 p.m. with Sunday School at 3 p.m. I . ES A.C. . - Scientists have discovered a test to [determine the presence of active tub- erculosis in the body . . | if only our politicians were as eflicient. * * . . Women's skirts for raised to the 1950 are to be 'mid-calf' and there is little" doubt that most" of them---the =will 'cow-tow' to. this Intest edict of the style- masters. : Ld * . Ld women--- A £ 'hicugo telephone executor mar- ried Tis son's divorced' wife and there- by beeanie his kiand- -daughter's step- father. * + * * thé nadine Guay should have been the instrument of such sad tragedy. Ld + * Ld Fy Leopold and the Labour Party " Great Britain hive much in com. non . . . a slim majority. * * LJ LJ One thing the cold war' has taught us: Spiés are Communists and Com- munists are Spies. -and -Mrs; Charles - It seems strange that a man with ot il we RE i" vier ry LR) ' os