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Watch this label: It tells when oe Two Fiugers Jimmy Read, a lad of some sixteen years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Read, of Port Perry, had the mis- fortune to lose two fingers from his left hand on Wednesday of last week." He was working at Mr, Allan Jackson's, where they were operating a circular saw. Jimmy's job was to keep the saw clear, but he » must have reached over too far, and the saw caught ~~ hishand. It all happened so quickly that no one Es could tell just what did happen. 1t is fortunate that the injury was not greater, We hope that the wound will soon heal, and that Jimmy will regain the use of his hand. ~ SOME DEFINITIONS SOCIALISM--A political and economic theory of social re- organization, the essential feature of which is government control of economic activities, to the end that competition shall give way to co-operation, and that the opportunities of life, and the rewards of labor shall be equitably apportioned. COMMUNISM--A system of social organization, in which goods are held in common--the opposite of the system of private property. In this system large powers are given to small political units or communes. COLLECTIVISM--A school of economists who accept the theories of socialism, but with-hold approval from revolutionary sentiments. ANARCHY--Absence of government: the state of society where there is no law or supreme power. Each person produces what he pleases, and consumes as he pleases what he produces, free from interference or regulation. At its best it stands for a society made orderly by good manners, rather than by law, and every man produces what he pleases, according to his powers, and receives according to his needs. Few subjects are more thoroughly misunderstood than the various forms of socialism. The foregoing dictionary meanings should help clear up the ideas we have about this matter. One of the first facts that should be remembered is this-- a theory may be all right as a theory; but when put into practice, the results are far from what were expected by the originator of the theory. Take the matter of "Anarchy." The idea of society without government is as old as Zeno, who lived at the time of Plato." He taught that harmony in a society without government would be obtained by free agreements between various groups for the sake of production, consumption, etc. _ The fact is that this theory does not take into account human character, and in the minds of most of us, anarchy represents the terror of the French Revolution, and all the wild greed and cruelty of which humanity is capable. Nearly all these theories presuppose human beings who are not greedy, nor cruel, nor overbearing. Such human beings do not exist in sufficient numbers to have any influence at a time when governments are destroyed. Moreover, at a time like that, it rarely happens that unselfish, virtuous people are in control. What should always be remembered is that we are never with- out a governing body, no matter what terror may reign, nor how much licence is given to the passions for loot, and killing. Any of the forms of control of human society which are defined in this article, are liable to as much and probably more abuse than any regular form of government. People talk of freedom of speech. In countries like Russia there is no such thing. If we value our freedom, it will be well to preserve the settled forms of government, and make changes in administration by the regular processes of law. No country has greater freedom than Canada. Neglect of our duties of citizenship may rob us of that freedom. Certainly we cannot improve matters in this respect by merely changing masters, and by having our daily lives controlled by a local com- mune. Sa AIA A LETIER FROM THE WEST Regina, February 3rd, 1931 Dear Sir.--I am enclosing money order for a renewal of the ever welcome Port Perry Star. I'am always interested in the cor- respondence from the different points, especially Cartwright, Manchester and Scugog Island, so many: of the names still linger in my memory. Also Port Perry with its old friends and yet there have been so many changes since our leaving there and so many have gone to their reward. I am sorry that your Railway is giving you such poor service and hope that the last suggestiom may be adopted. Like all'other "corporations and individuals, they have to conserve in this time of be avoided. I do not wish to etitronch 'upon your time but it seemed to me that you might be interested in our conditions in this part of the country. One instance in connection with our church work, and I might say here that next to getting enough to eat the work of the church is taken care of, and yet in one district south of this city there' are thirty Townships without a preacher and every church closed: that is 180 square miles. Sixty-two preachers without a charge. The farmer employe has no cash and nothing to get any cash with, cannot borrow a single dollar on anything he has and cannot get any credit at any store. I know a good, straight, industrious farmer who has 320 acres of good land, well- built and fenced, with no encumbrances on it; that cannot borrow ~~ a one dollar bill on that land. A great many of our people, es- ig ly the farmers, are getting dangerously discduraged, and , fpoumless some, relief or policy is adopted soon, we are afraid of the future; but we will keep on hoping that things will right them- selves and that we may again win out in the end. Pardon me for taking up so much of your time and wish you continued prosperity and health and keep on improving the Star. I am yours, J. A. LANE. Local News is Always Welcomed This is your paper, Use it to further the interests of this Commi. ve depression and no one wants to do anything for nothing if it can | PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12th, 1931 A great many people think that we shall soon be back to "normal." It all depends what we mean by that term. If we mean that we shall soon be able to buy and sell stocks at in- flated prices and draw profits from the air, then we are doomed to dis- appointment. Some few may be able to grow rich at the expense of other investors and workers, but they will be relatively few. If "normal" means that we are go- ing to buy and sell on deferred pay- ments, in any general sense, such as has been the custom for the past few a Getting Back to "Normal" years, then it would be a misfortune if we got back to "normal." If, however, we learn that to make k a decent living; to live happily in simple surroundings; to rear children / in habits of industry and thrift; to see the pleasure of home or ings; to believe in'our own folk and our own locality; to do our duties as citizens; to stay at home at least as much as we go away from home; then we may soon get back to "normal" be cause from all appearances there will be no help for it. What will happep will be that the dollar will have greater buying power, have fewer dollars. This g to be hard on some folk, ally those who have learned to d money lavishly. This earth is well able to support all the population. The resources of the world are not decreasing to any noticeable extent; and science has found so many new resources that we are richer than in any previous period of the world's history. What is chiefly needed is that we shall adapt ourselves to simpler con- ditions. Then we shall get back to "normal." Public The pupils of the Public School had a thoroughly enjoyable time at their carnival on Friday evening of last week. About one hundred of them were in costume, and many showed real ability in their dress design. The Grand March put on by the pupils was well executed, and was a pretty sight. The choruses were good, and some of the youngsters showed real speed in the races. The attendance by the public was smaller than expected. The childgen and teachers deserve better support. The school staff wish to express their thanks to the members of the Board of Education, the Port Perry Band, the Judges, and others, who helped carry out the carnival program. The prize winners were: School Carnival Primer-- : Girl--Marion Franklin (witch) Boy--Billy Stevens (Indian) First Book-- Girl--Gladys Nott (Black Cat) Boy-- Reginald Figary (soldier) Second Book-- Girl-----Norma Ewers (old woman) Boy--Burgess Beare (chinaman) Third Book-- Girl--Miriam Cutts (rabbit) Boy--Murray Holtby (Santa Claus) Fourth Book-- Girl--Marion Kight (His Satonic Majesty) Boy--Donald. Campbell (Arab) Best representation in school--Grace Stone. Best Comic Costume in school--Tom Bown. . Best Sr. Couple--Vivian Wallace and Mary Stone. Best Jr. Couple--Josephine Naple and Marguerite Naple. - Girls' Race, under 10 yrs.--1 Dorothy Pyatt, Figary. 2 Norma Ewers, 3 May Girls' Race, under 12 years--1 Betty Cawker, 2 Grace Switzer, 3 Merle Switzer. Girls' Race, open--1 Betty Cawker, 2 Merle Switzer, 3 Grace Switzer. Boys' Race, under 10 years--1 Bruce Suddard, 2 Billy Beare, 3 David Kight. Boys' Race, under 12 years--1 Bert. DeShane, 2 Mike Naple, 3 Allan Oke. Boys' Race, over 12 years--1 Harry DeShane, 2 Mike Naple, 3 Allan Turner. Boys' Race, Open--1 Harry DeShane, 2 Bert DeShane, 3 Mike Naple. 29th, » changes contemplated. A Railway Reform Promise Not yet Fulfilled WILBERFORE, ONT., Feb. 7, 3953. Yours Very Truly, Mr. C. C. Jeffrey, Sseratars Port Perry Board of Trade. Dear Sir-~Replying to yours of the 5th inst. re train service. This morning I sent the following telegram to both Mr. wright, and Mr. R. L. Fairbairn:-- A. D. Cart- ' 'Have just learned that at a meeting held at Whitby on January it was proposed to run a through service from Lindsay to Bancroft and return following day, in conjunction with other This service was practically promised to us some five years ago, but has never been put into effect. Would strongly urge that change be made, together with other proposals made at meeting." Will advise you further upon receipt of any letter from the Prompt payment of subscriptions will |PORT PERRY TEAM WINS GROUP 4 The second of the home and home games between Uxbridge H. S. and Port Perry H. S. was played on Thurs- day night, February 5th, in the Ux- bridge arena. Port Perry emerged victorious with a score of 3-1 making the total for the two games 7-5 with Port Perry winners of group 4. The game was a fast one. period was nearly over, when Port Perry scored their first goal. Storey Beare passing the puck from the cor- ner, to Bill Cawker in front of the net. Bill having only the goalie to The first of the play-off games be- tween groups 8 and 4, of the Inter- scholastic League, was played on Tuesday night in the Port Perry Arena, between Port Perry and Oshawa. This was a very one-sided game, as the Oshawa team had much heavier and faster players. At times they made Port Perry players look as if they were standing still. But this did not mean that Port Perry were not able to score any goals for they succeeded in putting in four, while Oshawa scored 16 which The first be much appreciated beat, and easily scored. In the second period G. Smith seored for Uxbridge, when he shot from out- side the defence. Dowson dropped on the puck, but was too late. In the third period, Fred Switzer scored two goals for the Port Perry team in quick succession. These were the only goals of the period, with the result that Port Perry became the winners. After the game all the Port Perry boys and girls were given a lunch in the basement of the High School. Outclassed by Oshawa C. I. certainly made Port Perry's 4 goals look a long way off. The line-up of the two teams was: Oshawa--goal, G. Peterson; de- fence, H. Peterson and Maundrel; R. wing, Graboski; centre, Skelenkoff; L. wing, Smith; subs, Jobb, Chappel, Conant. Port Perry--goal, Dowson; defence, A. Cawker, T. Harris; R. wing, B. Cawker; centre F. Switzer; L. wing, S. Beare; subs, H. Nind, Anderson, Lee. Port Perry Hockey fans were glad to see Hugh Nind back on the ice again. MIXING IT UP Good Roads, Poultry, and Religion Made Amusing dio Jumble Things that can happen when three radio stations come in on the same wave length contributed to the experi- ences of a man who had just installed a radio and had not learned all the fine points of eliminating cross cur- rent. An article in the Pacific Wood- man forwarded- to the Border Cities Star by Mr, L. P, Davis of Eriean says he tuned in getting three stations on the one wave length. One was a minister, one was a man telling of the conditions of the roads, and the third was a lecturer on poultry. Here is what he heard: '""The Old Testament tells us that the baby chicks should detour one mile south of Solina and listen to the words of the prophets. Be careful in the selection of your eggs and you will find hard surface roads ento the Garden City. - We in Genesis that the roads are muddy just west of the henhouse, Clean straw is essential if you would save your soul. After passing through Levenworth turn south to Jericho. Three wise men bought an incubator of the Gulf. Eden. find| west of Wichita. on account of a bad detour. The baby chicks were troubled with the pip and bond issues are talked of in the Holy City. Keep the feet clean and dry, live a life of righteousness and turn south one mile west of the school house. Much care should be taken in commanding the sun to stand still as there is a bad washout near the bridge at Pala and the road to salvation is under repair making it necessary for seventy degrees in the brooderhouse at-ath times. When you leave Winfield unless you do these things the wrath of the Lord will cause the pin feathers to fall out and detour one mile south. Many are called but few have any luck unless the gravel road between Topeka and Lawrence is mixed with the feed. Out of five. hundred eggs one should get roads to Coffeyville to Tuelsa. And the Lord commanded Noah to build the ark just one mile It rained forty days and forty nights and caused an eight mile detour west of the brooderhouse. 'Many tourists from the house of David are trying the Plymouth Rock mixed with concrete and a desire to do right. LITTLE, BUT, OH MY! The Island Proving of Prince Bad is known as the Garden It might also claim to be the financial Garden of While throughout Canada general depression has reigned, HS. EE . Board, and, as you suggest, if we cannot obtain satisfactory re- sults, we can take combined action in the near future. F. G. AGNEW, Secretary, THE HIGHLAND BOARD OF TRADE. Note--Highland Board of Trade COmDHzes Gooderham, Tory Hill, Wilberforce, and Highland G rove Districts. ac New Lines of Beauty in 1931 Oldsmobile The 1981 81 Dldsmabile, higher- powered ad redesigned along strikingly beautiful 5 has just Tn picture shows the standard sedan. bringing in its wake many financial failures in other provinces, Prince Edward Island has been practically exempt. Between Oct. 7th and December 5th last year, Ontario reported 104 failures and Quebec 194. Prince Edward Island alone among the provinces of the Dominion had none, and this has been its record for many months. One failure was reported in December, 1928, one in December 1929, and none in 1930. Two failures in two years is a wonderful. record even for a small province and speaks volumes for the stability of trade in the little prohibition Island. In 1929, Ontario had 577 business failures and Quebec 952, while in the entire year Prince Edward Island had but one. This works out at: ' Prince Edward Island 1 failure for each 86,100 people. Ontario 1 failure for each 5,669 people. Quebec 1 failure for each 2,825 people. Can the Farmer Share Some of these Profits. Just as a matter of good business it would seem that the time has arrived when the buyers of farm produce should give the farmers a larger share of the profits. Recently a prominent dairy company declared a: profit of $887,000 for a period of six months. At the same time farmers declare that by the time all the grading and cutting off is done in buying milk, they do not average much more than $1.00 a can, instead of $1.45, the stated market price. This grading business has seemed to some a case of "Heads I win; tails you lose." A few weeks ago, a farmer took nine hogs to market. They were all of the same litter, all fed in the same pen, and all good animals. On six of these hogs the farmer re- ceived the select price--$9.00 per 100 Ibs. They were 200 1b hogs. On one hog--180 Ibs--he was paid at the rate of $7.50 per 100 Ibs, and on two hogs--250 Ibs each--he received $5.50 per 100 Ibs. There is something to be said for encouraging uniformity of production ; but a cut of $3.50 per 100 Ibs. on slightly overweight hogs seems extreme. It would not be so bad if the farmer could sell these excellent hogs at a proper figure to people who like a fatter hog, but the market seems to be hedged about with so many restrictions that this procedure is almost impossible. The farmer needs some one to look after his interests at market. While the Government is appointing inspectors, it might well appoint some whose sole business is to see that the farmer gets fair treatment, and that the restrictions are not so severe that the busines is destroyed. Even now there is an almost in- credible falling off of production. One further feature of the case should be considered. If the farmer is to be held under selling restrictions, then the whole- saler and retailer should be governed by the same restrictions, so that the consumer shall benefit.