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leet. o cid [TIN LS ES at es 10 - PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, May 15th, 1974 A A a a INN NANA ANNAN TTT SISSSIUSSSSTTY NAA ~~ = Our Hometown Paper By Betty Deeth, R.R. 2, Port Perry Gone are the days of the general store and the village pump where people gathered to exchange news and idle chatter. Gone, too, is the speaker's standin the town park. where would-be politicians could voice their opinions. But, one vestige of times - gone - by is still with us. Our HOMETOWN PAPER is still-published in many small communities across Canada. It speaks to all ages, and seems to transcend thé generation-gap. In our family, Dad likes to study the ads for auction sales. so he does not miss any good buys. The boys enjoy recognizing friends in the plentiful pictures throughout; and I enjoy reading every page. Everyone knows all local events are written up as well as advertised in the paper and you will not miss anything important if you read it every week. The weekly informs and unites the people in our community. ) oo . Our Hometown Paper still mirrors the society which it serves, as in the past. It is the pulse of the community. In this day, when we are conscious of the need for imput by citizens to larger and larger bodies of government, education and social institutions, we have a good platform to express our views in the local weekly. A letter to the editor willrally our friends and neighbours to become aware of facts that might go unnoticed, unless published. Recently, -one historically important building was saved from the wreckers. The paper had a share in this successful event. Letters were published from readers regarding this issue, and many fine articles were written by the staff of journalists. The weekly itself is important historically. To-day's news is to-morrow's History. Daily papers with a much broader world-wide outlook, very often miss the" importance of the slower paced events, and the initial sowing of seeds of progress which have their roots at the local level of every society. I hope students, or anyone interested will always have access to back issues of the weeklies. In the past, libraries did not always keep them on hand, and gave little thought to their worth. To-day, this is changing, and our local library proudly displays our weekly, in - yearly bundles. To have these copies microfilmed would be even better. Microfilm requires less space and lessens the researcher's time. The ideals and quality of life treasured by our democratic society are "expressed in the editorials, in a manner we understand. At times, guests are invited to editorialize, adding another enlightening dimension for the readership. We may not always agree with the opinions expressed, but freedom of speech is our Constitutional right, and should be guarded well by all Canadians. Our Hometown Paper does not publish sensational "news" for the sake of selling papers. The readers appreciate the sympathetic reporting of tragedies when there is injury or loss of life. Errors are few, because the staff knows the people it writes about, and they care. The correspondents from the surrounding communities, week after week, diligently report the neighbourly news. Maybe the same type of news we used to get at the "'general store' when times moved at a slower pace. We read about the newly-weds, the new-born babies, the graduates, the people who are ill, the travellers, the community groups the churches, and so on. They perform a real service, especially for the older people who are shut-in, due to illness or infirmity. The other day, I was assisting the 'Meals on Wheels' programme in our community by delivering the meals, and to people I had not met before. When I introduced myself to one lady, she immediately recognized my name, because she had just read it in the weekly. I felt as if an old friend had 'broken the ice," and we had a pleasant little chat. So you see, our weekly touches our lives in many different ways. It makes us appreciate our people and our community. It is a vital tool, trusted and relied upon by its readers to keep them informed, aware and happy. SSSI IIIIIII THICKSON ROAD NORTH RR No. 1, BROOKLIN, ONTARIO Located 4": Miles north of Hwy. No. 2 | ERVI C E PHONE 655-3331 Open 7 Days A Week, Mon. to Fri. 9:00 a.m. to Dusk. Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. SPRING SPECIALS SILVER MAPLE 8' to 10° Fast growing shade tree. SPECIAL Y6.95 NORWAY SPRUCE A most Majestic large tree 3 to 4 Reg. $ gpecial 8.50 Reo. $11.50 $9.95 These items are on a first come first served basis -- while they last ALL ITEMS ARE CASH AND CARRY z © We carry a complete line of A-1 o 25° sy Hock any related rden aids. er t z Bo shrubs to choose from. rees and EY NE ~ Largest ard t o x CONLIN RD bid. v0 in Oran Regen and e y = LOOK FOR WEEKLY SPECIALS TAUNTON RD. FROM 0.5. MEMBER: ROSSLAND RD. ; EE}. voscare ovrario "THE CENTENNIAL GARDEN CENTRE" Scugog Island News On April 9, six Island girls met with the intention of organizating a Garden Club under 4-H. They decided to call themselves, "The Scu- gog Island Green Thumbs." Under the leadership of Mrs. Bonnie Gerrow and Mrs. Janis Richardson they elected Sandra Krieg as president, Carol Wood as vice-president, Cindy Van Weston as secretary - treasu- rer and Beth Wilson as press reporter congratulate this group on their venture and know they will enjoy it. The Women's Institute Meeting will be on May 15 at the Municipal Hall at 8 p.m. Roll call will require the ladies to name an unusual vegetable or plant they have grown. The guest speaker, Mrs. Ives of "Ives Florist" will speak on gardening. All 4-H girls are invited to attend and other visitors are wel- come. Twenty-one ladies met at the new Island home near Maurice Fralick's of Mrs. Marilyn Tripp. This "Head" U.C.W. meeting was pleased to include Marilyn's sister, Beverley. Marilyn has enter- tained us in her many homes, but now we wish to congratulate her and Nor- man in finally attaining their own dream home with a beautiful view. The theme of the Devotio- nal was 'Building Persona- lity." The study was taken in parts by Helen Redman, Eli- zabeth ~~ Stichmann and Myrtle Manns with such guides as "Environment," "Chosen Friends," "An atti- tude of gratitude' 'Trying to be a gentle person" "And trying to do a good deed each day." The conclusion was that all these situations and efforts help to develop per- sonality. During roll call we were requested to name somethin we had purchased that had disappointed us. The list ranged from shoes, through books, material, to a vacuum cleaner. We believe there are still some more forfeit calendars to be turned in before we can determine the highest donor. At some length we discu- ssed a "Friendly Visi- tor" project but will decide more in June. It was fel. that we shall have to forego the fish supper again this year. Will each member please send something for the Hospital Spring Fair at the Presbyterain Church on May 25. We were reminded that the . museum will open on the WERE THE BOYS You SHOULD HIRE, =] /F MODERN HEAT Nb HEATING Al FRANK VALE ELECTRIC Greenbank - Ont. 985-3402 long weekend. The Board would be very pleased to have U.C.W. members train as guides throughout the summer. We made a donation to the church general fund and con- sidered some quilting for an Oshawa lady. The "Grace" church will get a cleaning May 13 and the "Head" church. Thurs. May 16. Work loving ladies are invited to attend in the morning if possible. A committee was formed to head up an "Iris tea' for June 19 at the home of Edna McLaren. Helen Redman gave an amusing reading, 'Opinion of one Antique" and Myrtle Manns conducted a scram- bled letter contest on various kinds of chairs. The winner being Marie Clark. This is sure her lucky year as she has made 3 strikes in a month. Sympat'iy is extended to the Reader families, in the Sunday passing of Mrs. Oliver Reader when she quietly slipped into God's care. Mrs. Reader resided in the present Middleton farm 28 years ago. She quietly shared her 70th wedding anniversary in November. Sunday was a true family day at "Grace" church when relatives and friends were present with the usual adher- ents to witness the baptism of 7 children. With the young parents, several god parents were present also. Those receiving the holy sacra- ment were: Brian, young son of Patricia and Gordon Pogue, Lynn. little daughter of Linda and Ross Suther- land, Jeffrey, baby son of Linda and Ken Parry. Leon David 'and Nannette, little children of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Warren, Andrew, baby son of Mr. and Mrs. French, Derek, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Egon Steinnueller. A total of 5 boys and 2 girls: They say the United Church has dropped in membership, but this proves that young parents are concerned for the Christian development ot their children. This looks like a promising Sunday School in the future: But where are the leaders going to be? Our present superin- tendent and assistant are resigning at the end of June so who is going to be ready to give their service? As usual the Jr. Choir did well with their 3 numbers. Louise Hope played the piano to accompany her aunt on the organ. Mr. Geo. Freeman accompanied the Jr. choir with his guitar. Tim Pearce and Ronnie Hope took up collection. Mrs. Helen Hope and Mrs. Beryl Pearce shook hands at the entrance. Rev. Pogue's sermon was directed to parents and the role of the family. In raising children we find it a complex affair as different things apply in different cases and we are raising individuals. A child gets its values from its parents. Sometimes there are cold wars in families which dis- turb and break them up. We must consider the church's place in the life of the family. We wish to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Ken Ashton to the house recently vacated by Marion and Clarence Carter. CHRIS ALLEN ALUM INUM SIDING SALES and INSTALLATION 'Authorized Alcan Dealer' SIDING, SOFFIT, FACIA and TROUGHING GUARANTEED WORKMANSHIP R.R. 3 Port Perry Call Oshawa 576-3791 PN Notice to All Dog y the Medical Officer of Health Health of Animals Branch FREE tof Free Anti-rabies Vaccination Clinics : Anti-rabies vaccination clinics for all dogs and cats will be _ held at the times and places listed below. This service is offered free of charge by the above division, C h ment of Agriculture in Co-operation with municjpal councils, present their dogs and cats for the vaccination. { ? May 16 Cannington Community Centre 10-12a.m. 4 Sunderland Town Hall 2- 4p.m. May 22 Sandford Two. Garage 10-12a.m. Goodwood Twp. Garage 2- 4p.m. May 23 Uxbridge Arena 2- 7p.m. ) May 27 Port Perry Fire Hall 2-4:30 p.m. Q May 29 Columbus Twp. Garage 10- 5p.m. ¢{ May 30 Claremont Community Hall 10-12a.m. S Eastwoodlands Fire Hall 2- 5p.m. § June 3 Brooklin Community Hall 2- 5p.m. June 5 Pickering Fire Hall 10-12a.m. i Bayley St. { Pickering Rink House 2- 5p.m. June 6 Ajax Outdoor Swimming Pool { [ Change House, Opp. Municipal b Office East Entrance 2- 7p.m. NOTE: Any of the above clinics may be attended. Dogs $ should be on a leash and accompanied by an adult. Cats should be brought in sacks. All dogs should be presented if not vaccinated within the past 6 months. These clinics are not connected with dog licencing. AAA AAA AA AAA AAA AA AARAAAAAAAA ARAN and Cat Owners ada Dpart- { and all ownersfare urged to 2