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NRE RE RS es a > ih Wm a SER THE PORT PERRY STAR SERVING PORT PERRY, BROOKLIN and SURROUND "Authorized as Second Class Mail by the Post Office Dept., Ottawa, for payment of postage in cash" Inaugural Meeting of Port Perry Council Minutes of the inaugural Meeting of Council of the Village of Port Perry, held in the Municipal Office on Monday, January 14, at 11 a.m. PRESENT---Reeve J. J. Gibson, De- puty Reeve R. A. Kenny, Councillors Bruce Beare, John Orde, Ivan Parkin- son. OTHERS PRESENT--Reverend E. S. Linstead, J. E. Jackson, Hydro Commissioner, Village Solicitor, Mr. W. T. Harris. OATH OF OFFICE --- Each of the above elected Members took the Oath of Office before the Village Clerk. DEVOTIONAL EXERCISES--Reyv. E. S. Linstead conducted the devo- tional exercises with scripture read- ing, short address and prayer. VOTE OF THANKS -- Councillor John Orde moved a vote of thanks to Reverend E. S. Linstead. Mr. J. E. Jackson, Member of the Hydro Commission, was called upon to say a few words and he congratu- lated the new 1963 Council and stated that the Commission will have to work close with Council. . Mr. W. T. Harris, Village Solicitor, was also called upon to give some ad- vice to the new Council, and he ad- vised Council to avoid personalities and enter into a policy without pre- Hilltop Herald A short assembly of grade nines was held in the morning of Tuesday, Jan, 8th to acquaint the grade nines with the programme and dress of our annual "At Home¥, to be held Janu- ary 25th. This was followed by simi- lar assemblies the next two consecu- tive days for the grade ten's, eleven's, twelve's and: thirteen's. As you may have been told boys, a girl has a little more preparation to do than you. Give her plenty of time and ask her early, The Athletic Societies are in charge of decorating. The theme, we hope, will be a surprise but you ¢an be gure of something different, exciting 'and beautiful. The Literary Society will be in charge of refreshments, Boys just think of the money you will save not having to go out to eat after. Friday, January the 11th saw the first Basketball game of the series for Port Perry and Uxbridge. Uxbridge's four teams came to Port. Uxbridge has no Gymnasium. Two games were played simultaneously, one in the girls gym, the other in the boys. Our Sr. boys team was the only one that managed to defeat their oppon- ents, i ~ The Bantam and Jr. Boy's Teams played an exhibition game against Whitby on Monday, January 14, Our Bantams won over the visitors 10-7, and the Jr.'s were defeated by a slim margin, judice in order that all persons may be used fairly. FORMING OF COMMITTEES RESOLUTION--"That the follow- ing Committees be formed for 1963 and that the first name shall be the Chairman. Finance, Welfare, Arena-- Ivan Parkinson, Bruce Beare. Roads, Sidewalks & Assessment-- R. A. Kenny, John Orde. Property, Parks & Police-- John Orde, R. A, Kenny Waterworks & Fire Department-- Bruce Beare, J. J. Gibson Dog Control, E.M.O., Sanitation-- J. J. Gibson, I. Parkinson. On motion the méeting adjourned until 7.00 p.m, in the evening. Senior Citizens Club The Senior Citizen's Club which was organized recently held their second meeting in the Municipal building on January 9th, with approximately fifty 'men and women present, The gathering was in charge of the president, Mrs. Jessie Robertson, who opened the proceedings with a warm welcome to al] members and new- comers, prayer and the singing of O Canada. A business session was held and several matters discussed. The most interesting announcement was that fifty persons had registered and become members of the Club. This enables the organization to obtain a charter from the Government, now that the required membership has been reached. Mrs. C, C. Jeffrey was in charge of the registrations. Two new officers were appointed-- a second vice-president Mrs. M. Cullen and a corresponding secretary Mrs. George Holmes, "A short entertainment was present- 'ed and 'Mrs. E. Webstér read "a" poem composed by herself on "A Bus Trip to 'Ottawa and Quebec". This hum- orous reading was thoroughly enjoyed by all, especially those who had taken this trip, A few members anxious to learn to play Bridge were given lessons, others enjoyed a friendly game of Euchre and some of the ladies enjoyed knitt- ing and chatting together. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 23rd, in the Mu- nicipal Building and all Senior Citi- zens are welcome. Refreshments were in charge of Mrs. Miles Edwards, Mrs. Hilda Long, Mrs, Gladys Steele and Mrs. James Purvis. Everyone enjoyed the happy fellow- ship and social get-together and all were enthusiastic with the plans for the future development of the Club. Mr. and Mis. F. Munro Mark Golden Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Findley Munroe ob- served their Golden Wedding Anni- versary on Sunday, Jan, 6th with Open House held at the home of their only son Ray and his wife in Reach Township. They were married at the home of the bride's parents by the Rev. Thomas Laidlaw on January 8, 1918, and have lived all their married life on the 8th Con. of Reach. _ Pouring tea for the happy occasion was Mrs, Wilfrid Evans who was as- sisted by Mrs. William Graham and Mrs. Everett Prentice, Friends were present from Hamilton, Toronto, Schomberg, Port Perry, Goodwood, The two Grand Champion Holsteins at the Royal Winter Fair, Toronto, Ontario have been selected as the All- Canadian Aged Bull and the All-Cana- dian Aged Cow, as the climax to the current show season, At the left is ed Greenbank, Blackwater, Uxbridge and surrounding areas, Mr, and Mrs. Munroe were recipi- ents of many good wishes and mess- ages of congratulations including one from Prime Minister J. Diefenbaker; from Hon. Mike Starr and from the Hon. M. B. Dymond. A gold trimmed tea service was presented by son Ray and his wife and a dozen gold roses from the four grandchildren. A wed- ding cake made by Mrs. Ray Munro and decorated by her mother, Mrs, W. Graham, was featured on the tea table, the All-Canadian Aged Bull, Roman- dale Reflection Marquis, owned by Romandale Farms, Unionville, Ontario and at right the All-Canadian Aged Cow, Bond Haven Signet Sally, owned by C. J. Cerswell, Beeton, Ontario. Open House at Sweetman's Service Station Mr. Stuart Sweetman will hold Open House at his premises on Water St. to-morrow (Friday, Jan, 18th) after. noon and evening. Mr, Sweetman is now authorized dealer for the full range of Chrysler products and this provides the reason for the celebra- tion. You are cordially invited to join with Mr. Sweetman and his staff for a social hour any time Friday after- noon and evening when you will be able to number of the fine Chrysler products on display. Myr. Sweetman has been in business in Fort Perry for a number of years and is well known for his integrity and service. Grace U.CW. The January meeting. of Grace U.C. W. was held on the ninth at the home of Mrs. A. Kreig. Fifteen members and three children were present. The President, Mrs. Prentice opened the meeting with a poem. The Devotional was in charge of Mrs. Cawker. Hymn #46, "All Hail the Power of Jesus Name" was sung. The Scripture lesson Col. 1:1-16 and John 1:1-6 was given by Mrs. Kreig. Meditation was given by Mrs. Cawker. Hymn #40 "Oh Worship the King, was sung. Prayer closed the devo- tional part. The President in chair. Roll call, minutes were adopted on motion and correspondence read. - A one jninute silence was held in loving memory of the late Mrs. Doris Edgar. Membership fee, 60c. to be taken at the February meeting. "Plums" to cater for Mystery Sis- ter Banquet of the Head ladies. Mrs. Smith spoke on conditions at Port Perry Hospital. It was moved that all bills he paid. Carried. [Four delegates were appointed to go to Howmanville, namely, Mrs. Prentice, Mrs. Gilbert, Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Cawker. February meeting to be held at Mrs. J. Sweetman's. Mrs. Prentice thanked Mrs. Kreig for the use of her home for the first meeting of 1968. Program--Mrs. McLaren favoured us with a reading; Mrs. Fralick then gave us a reading on Miss Florence Eddie and her work, part as follows: There are so many hours in one's life that we are apt to forget the need of not letting a single one slip by, without improving it. In all our working hours we are thinking thoughts and as thoughts are the fore- runners of our actions, it is very ne- cessary that they be good thoughts, (Continued on back page) Port Perry Rod and Gun Club This is to advise that the meeting of the above Club will be held at the residence of Ben Smith, Prince Albert at 8.00 p.m. sharp, Tuesday, January 22, 1968, There are some important discus. sions to be made at this meeting so be sure to attend. ' Membership cards will be at this meeting so come and pick up your card. ' see a CLUB SHOOTING There will be Club Shooting held in the shooting range at the P.P.H.8. on Thursday evenings starting at 7.00 p.m. under the chairmanship of Hilt Simpson. This is time for members to turn out and try for their shooting awards. : Marquis was also Grand Champion at the U.S.A. National Holstein show at Waterloo, Iowa. Sally was the Royal - Winter Fair Grand Champion and All- Canadian four-year-old last year too. ---- Perry Volunteer Fire Brigade were called wo a house fire at the home of David T. Ashmore, R.R. #2, Seagrave, (approximately three miles north of town). Mr. Ashmore said that he had just left his new home earlier the same evening having finished varnishing Although the cause of the fire is not someplace in the kitchen and spread quickly through the house because of the lingering paint and varnish fumes. roof, the firefighters were hampered by the high wind which fanned the flames and kept the mem busy through the night and on into the morning. The flames spread across the beams and Scout Mother's The Scout Mothers Christmas Party held at the Scout Hall on Dec. 10th was a huge success, as we were joined this year by the Guide Mothers for an evéning of fun and friendship. Ruby Williams and Lil McDonald were extended a big "thank you" for their efforts to convene this party by Mabel Cook on behalf of all the Mo- thers and Audrey Hall said a few words of appreciation from the Guide Mothers. Our "pot luck" lunch was simply delicious and heartily enjoyed by all. The party was preceeded by a short business meeting. There have been two executive meetings this past month to make plans for the separate Cub pack and Scout Troop banquets to follow over the next four months. The next meeting of the Scout Mo- thers will be held at Annie Wake- ford's home, Jan. 21st at 8 p.m. We wish more Mothers would attend these meetings and come to understand the efforts of our Auxiliary. Obituax Yori MRS. GARNET J. MEDD Mrs. Garnet John Medd, the former Carrie Glover passed away suddenly at the residence of her niece Mrs. Stanley Crackel, Lot 18, Concession 2, Harwich Township, on Sunday Dec. 30th, 1962. She was the beloved wife of the late Garnet J. Medd of Chath- am, dear mother of the late Ferris Medd..of Chatham, also surviving are two grand children Brian and Rich- ard, several Nieces and Nephews, Mrs, Medd was a member of First Presby- terian Church, Chatham. Funeral services were conducted in the Chapel of the John G. Stephen Funeral Home, 266 Wellington St. West on Wednesday, Jan. 2nd at 8.30 p.m. with. the Rev. Donald Mackay of First Presbyterian Church, Rev. F. G. Risdon of Charing Cross United Church officiating. Interment Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. St. John's W.M.S. Meeting St. John's Woman's Missionary So- -ciety held their regular monthly meet- ing in the Church Hall on Tuesday af- ternoon, January the eighth. In the absence of the President, Mrs, Grant Christie was in charge of the meeting. With Mrs. Hunter at the piano, the devotional period opened by the singing of "Thou, Whose Al- mighty Word". This was followed by the reading of the Scripture Lesson from The Gospel According to St. John by Mrs. J. D. MacMaster. The prayer was offered by Mrs. Hall. The meditation, taken from "The Pro. gram Material" was read by Mrs, Buntain. The minutes of the previous meet. ing were read by the Secretary, Mrs. I. R. Bentley, and approved. Mrs, Donald Milne presented a very en. couraging Treasurer's Report. An- nouncement was made of the Annual Meeting of the Presbyterial to be held in St. Andrew's Church, Lindsay, on Wednesday, January 28rd, with ses. sions at 10.00 a.m. and 1.830 p.m. Fur. ther information regarding allocations within the Presbyterial was given by Mrs, Smits. Mrs. D. B. Armstrong introduced the members to the new Study Book entitled "On Asia's Rim" and spoke briefly of the four places to be stud- ied--Korea, Hong Kong, Okinawa, and Taiwan. For the most interest- ing presentation she was thanked by Mrs. Christie. A concluding hymn brought the very fine meeting to a close, PORT PERRY, ONT. Mysterious Fires Dest Property Damage Est. at $12,000. Early Sunday morning the Port into the walls, but were kept from go- ING AREAS , THURS., JANUARY 17th, 1963 $2.60 Per Year, Bingle Copy I¢ roy Homes, ing into the basement where Mr. Ash- more had stored his furniture. Later the same morning the five- fighters were called back as the ! flames had again broken out in the and putting tungo-oil-on the floors. known, it is believed that it started When the flames broke through the | | south wall, having been helped by the velocity of the wind. Mr. Ashmore stated that he and his wife and children have waited three years to move into a home of their own and had set the moving date for Saturday of this week. Damage has been estimated at approximately $12,000.00, The firefighters were again called to a fire early Tuesday morning at the home of Helen Harvey, south-east corner of the 8th concession and High- way 12. The fire of unknown origin completely destroyed the house, Greenbank U.C.W. GREENBANK U.C.W. UNIT #1 The first meeting of the 1963 Af- ternoon Branch of the United Church Women of Greenbank was held in the Church Parlor on Wed. Jan. 9th at 2 pm. Mrs. Ianson president of the 1962 Executive presided and the meet- ing opened with hymn 570 followed by Prayer by Rev. Mr. Harris. The minutes were adopted as read by Mrs. Harper showing a balance of $302.24 to be carried into the New Year. Mrs. Couves read a Thank You Note from the MacMillan Family for the lunch served after the funeral. A very impressive Installation Ser- vice for the 1963 Officers was con- ducted by Rev. Mr. Harris. President--Mrs. H. Phoenix Ist Vice--Mnrs. N. Smith Sec'y--Mrs. I. Spencer Asst. Sec'y--Mrs. Innson Treasurer--Mrs, Couves Corr. Sec"y--Mrs. Roy Leask Pianist--Mrs. Phair Agst. Pianist--Mrs. E. Till Mrs, Ianson welcomed the New Of- ficers and turned the Business Meet- ing over to the new President who in her opening remarks noted among other facts that there are 41 mem- bers on the roll. The following Committees appointed: wera (1) Catering--Mrs. Baylis, Mrs. A, McMillan, Mrs. Ianson, Mrs. B. Thom- son. (2) Citizenship--Mrs. F. Beare. (3) Christian Stewardship -- Mrs, Guy. (4) Literature & Communications Mrs. Harper. (6) Parsonage--Mrs. Couves, Mrs. Ianson. (6) Friendship & Visiting -- Mrs. Roy Leask, Mrs. B. Thomson, Mrs. A. McMillan, Mrs. Jennings and Mrs. C. Ward. (7) Supply & Bale, ete. --Mrs. Cle- ments, Mrs. Dusty. (8) Pantry--Mrs. Guy, Mrs. Pear- son, (9) Care of Refrigerator--Mrs. Rham, The appointment of a member to the Official Board was .left in the Executive Officers' hands along with Rev. Mr. Harris. The purchase of a duplicating ma- chine wag discussed. $60. was voted to the Supply Committee to enable them to get that project underway early in the year. Mrs. B. Thomson presided for the Worship Service which opened with Hymn 5, followed by Prayer by Mrs. Spencer. The Scripture taken from Isiah and Micah was read by Mrs. Thomson. The offering amounted to $11.00. 22 members were present. Mrs. Harper introduced the New Study Book for 1963, On Asgia's Rim. Mrs. G. Davidson and Mrs. M. Raines each presented very interesting ex- cerpts from Chapter One. The Meeting closed with the Miz- pah benediction followed by lunch. Congratulations Congratulations to Roy Ormiston, Holstein Cattle breeder and owner for the honours which he won at the Royal Winter Fair, -- the 1962 All. Canadian Heifer Calf and also honour- able mention in the All-Canadian Aged Cow class, The Dunrobin-Elmeroft Farms also won two All-Canadian awards, name. ly All-Canadian Bull Calf- and All. Canadian 4-year-old (Reserve Grand Champion). The first meeting of the New Ye held in the Church Pres. Mrs. E. Leask opened the meet- ing by use of the Theme Hymn and Prayer. All present were given a warm welcome. The minutes of the previous meeting were read by Sec'y Mrs. F. DeNure, and approved, and was basement, nancial statement. Members are reminded of the an- nual congregational meeting, to be held in the church basement, Mon. Jan. 21st, at 8 pm. A good attendance is requested. A report on the sale of the Church Calendars was given by Mrs. F. Craw- ford, and Units are asked to turn in any funds they have on hand, from sale of calendars to Mrs. Crawford as soon as possible. A possible money raising project for the Spring, was brought to the attention of the members, regarding Procter and Gamble products. More information at a later date. The Annual veport of the Treas. was presented by Mrs. F. Crawford showing many successful money rais- ing projects were carried out during the past year. Rev. I. S. Linstead presided for the election of officdrs. Mr. Linstead complimented the members for excel- lent progress made in 1962.an experi- mental year, and stated the U.C.W. had accomplished a magnificent task. He also expressed sincere thanks for the interest shown in the Manse. The approved executive is as fol- | By Marie Monahan On Tues., Jan. 8, the aux. of the Port Perry Legion held their first meeting of 1963. There were quite a few members but not as many present as were expected; so come on girls, that's no way to start the new year, is it? Our guest of honor for the evening was Mrs. Gertrude Williams of Osh- awa who is our new zone commander for this region. ored us by agreeing to officiate at the installation of our officers who were elected in December. Our new president elect is Clara Warren who was our president of last year. We have no first vice- elected at a later date. Our second vice president Is Willa McLaughlin who held a different office last year also. Our new secretary is Alice Woodcock who is taking over from Mary Enge, who thinks she will take it easy this year, as also will Marie Nightingale who took over last fall Treas. Mrs. F. Crawford gave the fi- Legion Ladies Auxiliary Hold First Meeting of Year Mrs. Williams hon- | president as yet, she will have to be | Port Perry United Church Women Elect Officers for 1963 lows: Hon. Mrs. E. S. Linstead Past Pres. Mrs. E. Leask President Murs. M. Dowson 1st Vice-Pres.--Mrs, W. Moase 2nd Vice-Pres.----Mrs. M. Williams Ree. See'y-- Mrs. F. DeNure Corr. Sece'y--Mrs. G, Hall Treasurer--Murs. F. Crawford Committee Chairmen Finance--Mrs. S. Griffen Muanse -Mrs. C. Love I'ress & Publicity -Mrs. S. Cawker Social Funetions--Mrs. N. Heayn , Pianists Mrs. W. Lane and Mrs. S. Ploughnian "Stewardship & Reeruiting-- Mrs. ! I°. S. Linstead Citizenship & Social Action-- Mrs. A. Buckner Community Friendship & Visiting-- Mrs. Ro B. Smallman Flowers--Mrs. J. Young Christian Education & Missionary Ed. ~-Miss A. Dodd Literature & Communieations-- Mrs. M. Williams Membership Mes, W. Mark Nominations--Murs. R. Cornish Programmes--Mrs. R. Litt Supply & Social Assistance -- Mis. G. McDonald Periodicals- -Mrs. T. Harris Mrs. Leask turned the chair over to the new Pres. Mrs. M. Dowson, who presided for the remainder of the Pres. business, Mrs. J. Hoskin gave the Devotional message, with Mrs. R. Cornish reading i Continued on back page) upon the death of the former treasur- er Mrs. Staples; we ull thank her and say, "Well done Marie". Our new treasurer is Doreen Hope and we ull know she will do a good job. Ivy Fines is our Chaplain, Agnes Garvie is the woman who looks after our sick and confined and sends them flowers, candy, fruit and cards. Qur executive officers are Ivy Fines, Nora Read, Elizabeth Evans, Margaret Orde, Edith Moore. Many thanks to Marge. Jackson who was a good vice president last year. Our Sergt. at Arms is the same as last year, Marie Monahan and her standard bearers (who do all the work) Nora Read and Kay McNenley. After the installations Mrs. Wil- linms answered questions some of the ladies asked, concerning the pro- per procedure of some of their offi- ces, especially the sergt. at arms. So on hehalf of the members of this aux. may | take this opportunity of eaying thank you again Mrs. Williams for your help and consideration. Mr. Leeman Nixon, presiding min- ister of the local congregation of Je- hovah's Witnesses, announced the successful conclusion of a three-day assembly held in the Ajax Community Centre this past week-end. More than 527, including residents of Ajax, listened to the key discourse "The Bible's Answer 'o our Problem of Survival". In dealing with this topic, Mr. J. MacPherson, district cu- neevisor, «aid, "The threat of nuclear war, nlong with chemical, bacteriolo- | gical, and radiological warfare hag permeated the world with fear, " Where man was at one time concerned only with the survival of his own family group, today the problem has become earthwide, one of survival for Jehovah's Witnesses Hold Successful Assembly at Ajax He went on to cay, "Another, vreater, ¢risis looms before man in his problem of survival, that is the battle of Armageddon. This battle of Je. hovah God, that will be fought short- ly, will be one from which these pre- sent social systems will not emerge." The audience listened with keen in- 'erest as Mr. MacPherson continued, "Nevertheless the Bible shows man ia not without hope. This righteous war will usher in a new peaceful world, 'ust as surely as Noah and his fa- ly urvived the flood of his day, Go l-fearing people will survive Arm- ageddon, the greatest war ever to be "var, Now is the time," empha. zed be peaker, "for those wishing to smvive to heed the Bible counsel to have a right heart condition to. ward God, to grow in knowledge and then to demonstrate by their action 'heir devotion to the great Creator, Jehovah God." Talks were barely over when fast- working clean-up crews began dis. mantling equipment set up by the Witnesses and giving the Community Centre a farewell clean-up. All the conventioners were enthusiastic and very happy that another successful, well-managed, instructive convention had been held, i "Assemblies such ag this are a sti mulus," -aid Mr. Nixon, "to all sin. cere persons to demonstrate their love {of God and neighbour, also this and other assemblies provide important contributing factors to the phenomen. al growth of Jehovah's Witnesses worldwide." | the whole human family." i.