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, € : : . SAMUEL FARMER, ht & -- . " 3 '1 Editor and Publisher PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 10th, 1934 + + i . = * py TOWN NOT. CONSIDERED LIABLE FOR DAMAGE = FROM FLOODING Some important matters came before the Council at its meeting on Monday night. A communication was received from the General Insurance Co., advising that, in their opinion, there was no liability on the part of the Corporation for the flooding damage on the premises of the Carnegie Hardware Co, Mr. Reesor reported on behalf of the War Memorial Committee as to the proportion expected from the Corporation in the event of locating their offices in the Library Building. The Council decided to take no ac- tion leading to removal of the Corporation offices at present. Mr. James Cawker was appointed a member of the local Fire Brigade. © MOTHER'S DAY _ Next Sunday is Mother's Day. The custom of honoring mother in this way is a beautiful one; but it can never take the place of the love and obedience of children, which is a mother's just due. ~~ © AaB MOTHER O' MINE! By RUDYARD KIPLING ~~ If I were hanged on the highest hill, Ik now whose love would follow me still, ~~ Mother o' mine! Mother 0' mine! If IT were drowned in the deepest sea, I know whose love would/come down to me, ~~ Mother o' mine! Mother o' mine! If I were damned in body and soul, ; I know whose prayers would make me whole, Mother o' mine! Mother 0' mine! HERMETICALLY - SEALED PEN, POINT OF WHICH RELEASES INI I ON SLIGHTEST PRESSURE, . PERMITS. USE OF HIGHLY VOLATILE INK THAT DRIES CAN IT BE DONE? re A AUSTIN H. GOOSE DIES IN ER AN ACCIDENT. Austin H. Goose, of the Indian Village Scugog Is- land, died as the result of an accident on Wednesday | PEN HERMETICALLY SEALED With VALVE WHICH ALLOWS JINK TO =z ; * FLOW WHEN. PEN IS USEO. : 5 ; ) VALUE OF TREE PLANTING By Prof. A. H. Tomlinson, in Community Welfare Council Leaflet Do you think this Idea is practical? Write Ray Gross in care of this nowspaper t : ad ~ VERDICT e inquest into the cause of the death of the Att ~lafe Mrs. Jas, Innes there was not sufficient evidence to point to any particular person or persons as having in, an' open verdict as follows: = © "That Isabella Mair Innes came - ce "on April 29th, 1934, in the: Village. of Green: bank, being struck in the centre of the highway : by a motor vehicle, near her own home in Greenbank, on April 28th."' . "The inquest was conducted by Coroner Dr. W. §., _ Harper in the Community Hall at Greenbank; on Fri- day evening of last week. caused the death of Mrs, Innes, and the jury brought RETURNED to het death OF THE ELECTION? 'The Provincial Voters' Lists are being prepared, and on every hand there are signs of an approaching Pro- | ~* vincial election; but the precise date of the event is a secrét, These is much to be said for the method in WHAT IS TO BE THE DATE vogue in the United States, where the date of election - 1 is set by statute; "| i: 'SWEEPSTAKE TICKETS 'SEIZED IN MONTREAL Era ney Xie . : It may be true that Premier Tachereau favors lot- © teries as a means of raising. money to carry on the + affairs of the Province of Quebec, but it is evident | THE LIQUOR QUESTION IS ~ * that noriyals"are to be:allowed. Altogether 5,000,000 lottery tickets have been seized in Montreal during the past six months, and a determined effort is being ~made to break up the ring operating the lotteries, ~ STILL. A MORAL ISSUE ~The fact that the "Beer and Wine' question has been. placed in politics, and the further fact that both « Conservatives and Liberals have officially consented - to the proposed: Bill re 'Beer and Wine" in no sense 'removes the issué from the realm of public morals. If anything this phase of the case has accentuated the importance of the matter ag a moral issue. Any per- ~ son (minister or otherwise) has a right to discuss this subject in any place on its merits--not as a political AE issue. . Any person has a right to give or withhold his: or her vote regarding any candidate. The fact is that « * much greater attention should be paid to individual character and ability" when electing members of Par- . liament, ~~. : ~~ Most of us take no active part in. politics -- merely being concerned in seeing that "our side' wins, 0} In any case, we still have the 'Wine and Beer" matter to settle, and the people should have the right to say what is their will concerning the liquor question. ~ |. surface and to its creatures. » Whether it is fully appreciated or not, the fact still remains that Canada is well blessed with the --trees in particular... In this part of the. continent this Blessing is manifold by way of the finest in trees as the broad leaf forms which lose their leaves as winter approaches, known as:deciduous; and the narrow leaf types as the conifer or cone bearing trees: usually. called evergreens of .which there is only one Canadian form, via. the Tamarack not continuously covered with foliage. : is not to be seen growing! our native deciduous trees with the most attractive. seasonal coloured foliage and effective outline in form, branch and twig in winter beautifully silhouetted against the sky, This beauty is further enhanced when the, tree is adorned with snow and sparkling frost. : The conifer or ever- green should appeal all' through the year. It is especially gay at mid-summer with new verdant and silvery foliage and cones forming with bright colours. As : ; Ontario's tree' wealth Is and it is much praised by visitors. In fact any of us returning home from trips abroad cannot fail to "value more highly in comparison: our own magnifi- cent and stately trees. Such beauty adorning. the landscape cannot be estimated in monetary value. If for a moment we consider the habits of trees we find they grow erect and - stately. Their appearance suggests character; whilst their branches bring to mind varied and yet a unity of interests. Their roots, stretching forth into Mother Earth for succour and sustenence remind us of a preparedness to face life's. journey in its varying moods. £50 It is said that design has been fashioned after forms, curves and the lines: of trees and plants. Ought not our own trees with their magnificence and durability be an inspiration or setting for design in our own immediate styles of garden and. structural architecture, ) Because of present day systems of living and ad- vance in industry with city, town and even village sites have been very much denuded of tree growth and beauty. + May it be repeated that the Creator richly bestowed upon this land a rich heritage of goodly trees. In the anxiety to provide shelter and .a means of livelihood woods and forests have been removed, in some instances indiscriminatingly. "The pioneer must not be blamed for this but rather lack of proper vision of those in authority during earlier ~ periods. This being so, surely it is the duty and privilege of authorities and citizens today to re- store to the country a measure of tree growth for adornnient and protection. 'We, must pay back "where: we are able!' It means too that we must preserve tree splendour and the shelter they give, also recreate where possible," Surely this ought not to mean arduous labour but rather a labour of love. What finer pleasure and joy can be-ours than creat- ing or recreating landscape beauty. The planting .of a tree for shade, shelter or ornamentation, wheth- er on'the street, school, or home grounds, or park, suggests a religious rite. Are we not restoring to the Creator what is His! 'What blessings result if the work is given proper thought and care. could a more reposeful spot be found than in the . shade. of spreading leafy branches during a hot sum- mer. day, AoE, pak Thus should.not every home and school ground, where it can be 'done, be provided with shade and made pleasant by the planting of suitable trees. "There is, no dearth of variey, and, if the native species do not appeal, there are many. exotic forms which thrive in our midst. Perhaps some splendid native specimens may be had from your own wood- lands. Ontario's nurserymen are selling trees at reasonable prices. The Department of Horticulture at the Ontario Agricultural College, Guelph, will the latter, why not do what" we can this asprin Leisure time could scarcely .be used to better 53 ih recs have been'part of the system of Creation in bringing about shade and protection to the earth's trees in winter do not afford shelter from the stormy 'blasts except they be planted in close group forma- tion, so our thoughts turn at once to the conifer or evergreen. What is more effective than groups or rows of these continuously feathered trees to defeat winter's cold piercing winds? Ought not every home Lor occupied stalwart evergreens. In planting a tree it should not be only with the idea of immediate beauty, shade, -and protection nt also for the generations to follow. Posterity should benefit, . . Creator's gift of 'most appealing forms of plant life 7 In this Province there is no 'section where there: - in spring, summer, and autumn, with a conspicuous - most manifest in summer, This free environment is surely worth living among. - Where , gladly give advice and information. Planting may e done during fall or spring, and as we are nearing The leafless deciduous ~ uilding, if possible, be protected by . "> should 'be selected, an When school children plant a tree, under the guidance' of the teacher, it is a happy day; and it is a delightful ceremony when college students per- form a similar task. It is an interesting and mem- orable occasion always when Royalty or a Govern- or General or an outstanding citizen plants a tree. At times later on SX pupils and ex-students return to see the trees that t delightful memories are theirs. Does not the public delight in watching the progress of a tree planted by a Monarch some years before? Does not the ruler or high official rejoice too when, years after, he sees once again the sapling he planted now a healthy, vigorous, shapely tree with a wealth of luxuriant leafage,. Frequently there are placed under the spreading branches of these publicly planted trees seats to provide rest and relief from the sun's rays to those who desire it. Often in our public parks more such accommodation would be beneficial. Cannot we all plant or help to plant a tree and have a similar thrill. It is not a difficult task. There are a few points to consider, and among them are: First, a healthy specimen of a suitable species during planting operations. . the roots sheltered from wind and sun. Secondly, the work should be done- thoroughly and fairly rich: soil ought to-be provided for the development of the roots. Third, a spacious pit-must be dug so that the roots can be spread out and the earth placed among and over them. Treading should follow. Fourth, unless moist conditions prevail, when the pit is.about two-thirds full of earth, water should be poured on. When -it has drained away the pit should be filled with soil and the work completed. It is always wise to-leave a loose surface. Fifth, it may be necessary to repeat watering every week for a few months un- less there is plenty of rain or the soil be naturally moist. Surface cultivation should be done following watering or rainfall. On a clay soil this helps to conserve moisture, prevents weeds, and brings about a more pleasing surface finish. Sixth, some trees, after planting need to be supported with a stake and carefully tied, so that knots or rough cord do not rub the bark. Often a cloth or a rubber cushion will help to prevent this. Seventh, cutting back the growth is often needed to establish a balance be- tween branches and roots, especially should the latter be largely destroyed in digging which is too often the case. I¢ghth, after the operation is over ~"the tree should be given continuous care. This is : pguildings, Toronto, will gladly assist. o often forgotten, } Where space is-limited smaller types of shade "trees should be chosen, as the birch, poplar, méunt- ain ash, cutleaf maple, red maple, and the beautiful yellow-wood; or exotic forms as the Japanese ginko, -the red and green leaf Norway maples. These trees ought not to be planted less than twenty-five: feet, apart except for a plantation. If there is plenty of ~~ 'space the majestic. white elm, sugar or-hard maple, oaks, flowering tulip and cucumber trees, planetree, basswood, beech .and others may be considered. These larger trees need space to develop and should not be set out less than fifty to seventy feet apart: except in groups. In the right place, walnut trees may be used, but not the edible or ornamental chest-. nuts because of disease. By way of conifers for windbreaks, groups or " 'gingle specimens, there are the native red and white ines, the majestic yellow pine, and the stately Douglas fir from B, C., the hemlock which is so like the cedar of Lebanon in shape, the native white and blackspruce, the much planted Norway spruce, the comnion cedar with its varieties suitable for many landscape uses, the ornamental junipers, not for- getting the popular blue spruce and silver firs which are featured on many 'lawns. There is the question of reforestation and redec- orating waste land, desolate hillsides and banks. What a change would Soon come over the country- side if this opportunity were acted upon and plant- ing done. The results would be a blessing to the populace and mean wealth to the country. In this connection the Department of Forestry, Parliament Those inter- ested should write this Department at, once. 4 Trees should. not be planted where there is a ~ to 'chance of interfering wires overhead. Where pos- 'sible wires should be placed underground, and if this cannot be done the trees should be placed away 'from wires, because the cutting away of tree parts prevent wire interference often means that the ontline 'and form of the tree is ruined. In conclusion surely it is worth while to spend any . leisure time we can to engage in and further every tree planting effort to enhance the beauty of the countryside. To occupy our leisure in this manner means that we are helping to build up a pleasing environment for ourselves and 'the generations to. follow. Why not aid the local Horticultural Society 'or similar interested bodies? Let's all plant a tree or help in planting or caring for a tree or trees! . morning. About 9.30 a.m. deceased went to the farm ey helped to plant, and what - of Mr. Harold Williams to "i had been harnessing. the horse. him. BLACKSTOCK Congratulations are extended to Mr, and Mrs. Royal Whitfield, on the birth of a baby girl on Tuesday, May 1st. Mrs. Robt. Parr and Ilorrie have returned-to their home in the village, after spending several weeks with Miss Eva Parr in Toronto. We are glad to welcome them back and to know that Florrie is improving in health. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. of the United Church was held at the home of Mr, and Mrs. A. Johnston. The members of the Cadmus Auxiliary were guests of the Blackstock Auxiliary for this meeting. The devotional talk, "The Baptism of Jesus" was given by the President, Mrs, I. W. Newell. The group leader Mrs. Jabez Wright, took charge of the program which consisted of a solo by Mrs. Saddler, a talk on "Peace" by | Mrg. I, Larmer, a golo by Miss Mabel | Elford, a talk on "Temperance" by! Mrs. I. Stinson, and a reading by Mus, | Jabez Wright. =~ Mes. Stinson closed the meeting with prayer. Lunch was served and a social half hour spent. Among - the recent visitors were: with Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Galbraith; Miss Eva Parr, of Toronto, with her: mother jorie Marlow, of Toronto, with her, mother, Mrs. John Marlow; Miss OR Cain, of Pontypool, with her sister Miss Jean Cain; Miss Elva Griflin and Mr. Geo. Bradley, of Toronto, Miss M.' Grifin and Mr, Kerrington, ISnnis- killen and Mr. and. Mrs. F. Stinson,! with Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Griffin, | Mrs. F., W. Newell and children en- | joyed' a week's visit with her sister | in Toronto. } Mr. and Mrs. Foster Ferguson are) spending the summer with their son-| in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs, P.| "Philp, Nestleton. . A rather unique family gathering was held on Saturday, April 28th, on I.the Marlow Homestead, east of Black- stock. In memory of the late James G. Marlow, a six acre mixed wood lot is being planted by the present owners Mrs. J. G. Marlow, Miss Ruth Marlow and Dr. F. C. Marlow. The first tree, a walnut, was planted by Joan Mai- Dr. Fred C. Marlow, Toronto, James G. Marlow wag unable to be present because of illness. She had turned the first sod on Trafalgar Day, October 21st, 1933. In her absence, Mrs, Sophia Mahood, sister of the late Mrs. Robt. Parr; Miss Mar-|, low, eldest grandchild and daughter of | * Mrs. { work. He' went to the stable, and was expected in the field to work. As he failed to appear, search was made for him, and about 11.30 his body was found in the stall of the horse he " As the horse is a quiet animal, it-is thought that deceased had suffered a heart attack, and fell under Evidently the horse became frightened, as the body was pad trampled. There is general regret because of thistragic death as Mr. Goose was highly respected by those who knew Mr.. Marlow, declared the tree well and trily planted and Col. Fred W. Marlow, fired a salute. Those present -were: Mrs. Robt, Mahood, Mr. Nelson I. Maglow, who prepared the field for planting, Mr. Clarence Marlow, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Marlow and family, Gwenyth, Jim, Jack and Clara, all of Blackstock; Mr. F. W, Marlow, F. R. C. S. and Mrs. F. W. Marlow, Miss Ruth Marlow, Dr. F. C. Marlow and children Joan, Nancy and Patricia, all of Toronto. ~The trees are being 'sup- plied by the Provincial Forest. Station, at Orono, and include walnut, butter- - nut, ash, elm, maple, spruce, red oak, Scotch pine, Norway pine. ; ' Mrs. Frank Stinson has: returned have after spending some time with her niother -Mrs. Wm. Nixon, Clarke Union, who has been seriously ill. The: mahy - Cartwright friends of Rev. Merrill Ferguson, will be pleased te know that he is recovering from his illness in the Cadomin Hospital, Alberta, where he underwent an oper- ation for appendicitis. The address at the annual W, M. 8, Sunday service at Maple Grove, on Sunday, April 29th, was given by Mrs. Mr, L. Cole and Miss Cole, of Orono, | Stinson, of Blackstock. A large number from our village and vicinity motored to Orono on Monday evening of last week to attend the Conservative Convention. The main speaker was Premier Henry who in his address touched on practically all phases of Provincial administra- tion. The Premier was given a rousing reception when he rose to speak and his address was listened to with keen interest, The annual meeting of the Victorian Women's Institute was. held at. the home of Mrs, Herb Hooey on Wednes- day afternoon, May 2nd, with an at- tendance of 40 members and visitors. The roll call was answered with the membership fee for the coming year. The election of officers resulted as follows: . President--Murs. Clarence Marlow, 1st Vice-President--Mrs, C. Férguson 2nd Vice-President--Mrs, A. L. Bailey Sec.-Treas.--Mrs. Norman Mountjoy. District. Director--Mrs. R. Mountjoy Gift Committee--Mrs. Ps VanCamp, Mrs. Leith Byers. Fruit Committee--Mrs, L. Graham, Mrs, J. Strong, Mrs, T., Smith. Park Committee -- Mrs, F. Bailey, Mrs. R. Mahood. The program, in charge of Mrs, A. L. Bailey's group, consisted of a read- (Continued on page 6)