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PORT PERRY STAR NEWS OF THE WEEK. The secret ballot is being p proposed in Russia. Toronto's tax rate. for 1935 is \ikely to be 85 mills or more. J * * Japan i is preparing to live on "rice gruel" ; but the navy must ~ be built. * % 8 The eight hour day is being predicted in connection with Canadian industry. : * % 8% { Mr. Patterson Farmer, of Toronto, has been abbsinted to the Ontario Minimum Wage Board. * % % Mr. J. Lockie Wilson was elected President of the Ontario Plowmen's Association, * * ¥ \ ' Dr. W. L. Grant, Principal of Upper Canada College, died in . Toronto on February rd. * 8 Considerable bitterness i is growing in the controversy re taxes 2% of corporations re Separate Schools. i R. Home_Smith, prominent in social and political circles, died A at his home in Toronto on February 4th. ; A Ontario liquor sales for iat are reported to have de- a creased $102,848 as compared with the sales in January of 1934. Announcement has been de by. the British Broadeasting Corporation that steps will be taken towards establishing tele- vision. * * % Misner, the kidnapper of Hugh Labatt is ny Yo a tai of fifteen years in penitentiary. His poor health saved: him from _ the lash. Pear el a "There is no io Sestorday i in politics" pictures the attitude of the The & people regarding the position of the several Politica), parties, ; question is--"What are they going t to DO?" , ) The parents of the Dionne iis are threatened with a| a suit for $1,000,000 for alleged breach of contract. with a Chicago "firm. But they haven't the million! l 7 Plans for reducing' distress in Western Canada' 8 dioiight. 'belt include the planting of millions of trees, and Provision & for natural and artificial storage of water. oe h An airport involving the 'expenditure of $1,000,000, with the City of Toronto and the Harbor Board providing the land, will . be considered on Toronto Island, South of the Western Gap. Premier Hepburn, speaking of the possible exploitation of the Dionne quintuplets, said, 'if there is any power that this Legis- lature can exercise to protect these babies from chigellers and pro-| ispmoters, that action will be taken." hl Bankruptcy and toMy for Vancouver are inevitable un- less some arrangement is made whereby the city's bond interest rates are reduced, temporarly at least, Mayor G. B. McGeer de- clared today in an address to 'Assoéiated Property. Owiisrs of Van- couver.. A An Heli of i taxpayer's dollar in Toronto showed 33384 cents spent for education; 1534 cents for protection, 1014 cents for health and sanitation, 8c. for social service, 714c. for local im- provements, 123/c. for highways and streets, 57c. for special ser- viced and deficits, 4c. for administration and 6%c. unclassified. Disclosures of ARE which is alleged to be nothing maused a wave of indignation and horror here. More than 900 children, whom the public believed to be under the protection of the Poor Law authorities, are involved in the scandal. - ; A Ontario and Qithaihets ealiod a halt on cut-throat bids by "cities seeking location of factories or industries within their limits. Hereafter--Hon. Mitchell Hepburn announced last night--by joint agreement, neither Provincial Administration will approve of ex- pensive municipal ownership for bonus-seeking concerns. - ng 1934. ' Recording the lightest aggregate loss in the ex- perience of the Ontario Fire Marshall's Department, a report for 1934, covering the entire Province, shows property losses through "fire were less in 1934 than in 1933 by $1,210,007. The total loss for the past year was $10,040,144. Of this amount, insurance losses were $8,486,615.~ Losses not covered by insurance were $100,652 more ingl934 than in Joss. > i Ontario's fire loss was Lond in the history of the Pt duri Recently, the Geneva edviospondent of "Editor and Publisher" { made a survey of press censorship in Europe. - He found that in x ten European countries, with a total population in excess of 800, 1000,000, an ironclad press censorship exists. In six other countries, with. 60,000, 000 people, a less rigorous censorship is in effect. 3 There were only eleven countries, with a total population of 186,- 5S ye 000,000, where there was freedom of news presentation and ER comment. : ' ; CE ¥ Minimum. rent rates are being set by Ontario Government in RA | connection with "relief". In Toronto and the urban area of con- # ~ tiguous townships and. municipalities the minimum allowance may A A be increased as high as $7 per month. Allowance in the Province ~ © ¢ outside of Toronto decreased in accordance with density of its population. ee fe Chief proposals of the Anglo-French agreement: } ~. & many's arms and armed forces, [Ta 'An alliance against aerial 'aggression, in wh':h one nation | : would come immediately to the assistance of the other in" case of attack, without recourse to Geneva Return of Germany to active participation in the League of Nations. A Britain to back the Franco-Italian accords guaranteeing Austrian independence. y Invitations to Germany, ltaly. and Belgium to subscribe to a general European pact embodying the above provisions, empha- ations with Berlin, sizing the necessity of imi ah direch jnegot a % better than a "child 'slave market" in south-east France; havel- | ; To revize portions of the Versailles Treaty now limiting Ger- A PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1935 Wa $1.50 per year in advance 5 cents single copy teh your label; it tells when your subscription expires, NEW STREAMLINING Pontiac makes its debut for 1986 with a new low-priced Six and an improved Straight Eight. An example of the Six is shown here. It is a 4-passenger De Luxe Coupe. Both the Pontiac Six and the Pontiac Eight are presenting new streamlined designs, Many _ jmprovements and refinements are found in both lines. The solid-steel Turret-Top body by Fisher is one' of the big features and the equip- ment includes hydraulic brakes, Inset ip shown the Pontiac rear compartment, which carries spare tire and luggage, POORER RIOTS THE PARTY SYSTEM Has the time come for considering the real value to . the country of the party system of Government? "Undoubtedly it has its good points. «It provides a channel for criticism of proposed legislation that is likely to be 'harmful to the country. The party system furnishes convenient rallying points for the voters. It attracts great leaders in time of crisis, and renders possible the construction of positive platforms for the development of the country. It keeps the public in- ~ formed upon topics of national importance. "And it forms bodies of sufficient strengih and dignity to win the respect of people in other cain oei tiling we stand, divided we fall." What are some of the problems that are to. be- met by the Canadian Government? The first is the continuation of, Confederation upon the basis of justice to all the Provinces. Of course most people take Confederation for granted; but the observant traveller journeying from coast to coast in this "far-flung Dominion" would find many causes - for concern in the sentiments expressed by people in the Eastern and Western Provinces. Such statements are quite disturbing to Ontario's self complacency -- "'united we stand: divided we fall." It might be remarked in passing that "Western relief" has done more to bind the Provinces together than many pieces of legislation, The qffestion at issue is--Does the party system of . Government help reasonably in the matter of Cana- dian unity? Another important matter in Canadian affairs is the ~ matter of foreign markets. Does the party system admit of constructive suggestion on the part of the Opposition? Party politics does not encourage such a course of action. The party in power looks for the '"'nigger in the woodpile'" when suggestions are made: by the other side of the House. And the Opposition is afraid to make suggestions for fear the .party in power should "steal their clothes." Frequently this - mutual distrust works harm tothe country when trade negotiations with other countries are under consider- ation, The fact is that the whole subject should be decided only after careful investigation, and should not become a political football, or be used as a test of "r loyalty. The proposed legislation will be or will not be for the benefit of the country as a whole, and should be accepted or rejected on its merits. In like manner such matters as sound currency, nu- employment relief, and peace should receive careful - scientific investigation, and legislation passed in ac- cordance with the facts discovered, The need for constructive action, was never more acute than it is to-day, yet at Ottawa both parties are talking endlessly without apparent result. It will be a blessing if they can get down to business together. Extreme partyism is one of the most expensive luxuries we enjoy. '| the school room. "Tony's =¥. . minutes and roll call. SUNDERLAND | The annual sleigh-drive and skating party of the United Church Sunday School was held on Friday, February 8th. The weather was ideal and the children got off to a good start at 2 o'clock "with sleighing. Aftér the sleigh ride they went to the rink and skated until 5.30 when they were call- ed to supper. The ladies had a bount. eous supper prepared for the children in the school room. Everybody re- ported a good time, Miss B. Brethour of Richmond Hill, spent the week-end with her parents. The meeting of the "Wide-awake" class "of the United Church Sunday School was held on Tuesday last in Evelyn Durward presided over the meeting in the ab- sence of the President, Myrtle Gorrell. The meeting was opened Ly a hymn and prayer. Mary Wright read the Scriptures. Roll Call was next and fifteen answered to their names, As this was the first meeting. of the class several important business items were discussed. A reading was given by Amy Suggitt and a :Valentine Story, Valentine" by Hazel San guins. Mrs. G. G. Pinkham gave a short talk on the origin of Valentine | Day and read a poem, "The Land of Beginning Again." "The recreation period was handled by Phyllis Bilton and Marian Doble. Lunch was served and meeting closed by Mizpah Bene. diction. Mr. Rupert Harrison, of Toronto Normal School, spent the week end with Mr, and Mrs. L. M, Pinkham. The regular monthly meeting of the | Ladies' Aid of the United Church was held on Thursday, Feb. school room with a large attendance. The president, Mrs. John Baker, was in the chair. The meeting opened in the usual manner -- hymn, prayer, Correspond- ence was read and business discussed, Programme--reading by Mrs. George Cameron, reading by Mrs. M, C. Mac- Lean, trio by Mrs. W. J. H. Philp, Mrs, Geo. Carter, and Mrs. E. J. McDonald, solo by Mrs. G. G. Pinkham. Mrs. J. Waddell lead in prayer. After an old fashioned spelling match, a 10c. lunch was served. \ \ The friends of Mr, Frank Doble, re- gret to hear of his illness and hope for a speedy recovery. On Thursday night, February 7th, seventy-five boys of the village and community were treated to a trip to Toronto to see the hockey game be- tween Boston and the Maple Leafs, under the sueprvision of Mr. J. A. An- derson and G. G. Pinkham. The fol- lowing men of town kindly offered their cars: J. S. Miller, T. Bryan, L. Oldfield, Dr. J. H. Oliver, J. A. Ander, son, S. Fallowdown, L. M. Pinkham, A. L. Veale, F. Farrell, J, M, Christie, G. A. Welsh, Rev. R. M. Patterson, G. G. Pinkham, R. Brethour, E. B. Killens: The boys thoroughly enjoyed the game and the adults enjoyed themselves as mugh as the boys. Bill says the best part of the game was the fight. Mr. F. Kirby spent the week end with friends in Uxbridge. - ( LO - 7th, in the]! I. O. D. E. ANNUAL REPORT OF SCUGOG CHAPTER, LO.D.E.,, FOR 1934, The Scugog Chapter held ten meet- ings during the year, nine of which presided over by the Regent, Mrs. Woods, while Mrs. Harris conducted + | the October meeting. At the February meeting Mrs, W, H, Harris gave a paper of the life ana work of Mrs. Clark Murray, foundress of the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire. ter members were guests of the John Peel Chapter, Uxbridge, to hear special speakers, Mrs. Mulock and Murs. Lumbers, from the, National or- ganization. Also in June the Chapter held its annual Memorial Decoration Service at Pine Grove Cemetery. Later in June the members held their annual picnic at Port Bolster. The Chapter was divided into five groups for the purpose of raising funds. The year's activities comprised a lecture by Rabbi Eisendrath on "What I Saw in Germany';a lecture on Spode China by Mr. Thompson; a lucky number draw on three fruit cakes and one on a quilt; several bridge parties; two afternoon teas, cne at the home of Mrs. Jno, W. Crozier, and the I. O. D. E, Birthday Party at the home of Mrs. A. J. Davis. Ad- ditional amounts wege raised in the Jorm of talent money. During July, August and September mo regular meetings were held. In October plans were made to co-operate with the local branch of the Canadian | Legion, in holding the Armistice Ser- vice in the United Church. The December meeting took the form of a silver tea at the home of Mrs. Davis, in aid of our Christmas baskets, the Child Welfare and Sick Relief Committees being hostesses. Twelve baskets were sent to the needy and a number of shut-ins were sent remembrances, Delegates were sent to the Pro- vincial Convention at Hamilton, to the National at Toronto, and to the Semi- Annual at Kingston. At the Hamilton Convoniio Murs. W. H. Harris was elected Provincial Secretary of "Echoes" magazine. Our Chapter are 100 per "Echoes" subscribers. The British Empire Study meetings, as held last year, were continued, with Mrs, T. A. Nind, as convener. The 1.0.D.E. Scholarship of $20 to the High School, was won by Vivian Wallace. Prize books were given to each room in the Public School, and twenty calendars were distributed. The' Chapter contributed $5.00 to the Extra Bursary Fund, and $2.00 to the Secondary Educational Relief. A 'donation of $25 was given to the Town Hall Committee. Through the efforts of the Child Welfare Committee, one child was taken to the Sick Children's Hospital for needed treatment. The erection of the War Memorial Library, for many years an objective of the Chapter, was begun, and in October the cornerstone of the build- ing was laid by Mrs. W. H. Harris, president of the War Memorial Com- mittee. Mrs. Geo. Myers gave a donation of $60 towards the fireplace in the com- cent. munity room to be used by the LO.IME. The Officers for 1935 Hon. Regent--DMrs. J. W. Burnham. Hon. Vice-Regent--Mrs. FE. H. Purdy. Regent--Mrs. G. A. Woods 1st Vice-Regent--Murs, T A. Nind. 2nd Vice-Regent--Mrs. P. G. Morrison Recording Sec.--Mrs. A. P. McFarlane Cor. Sec.--Mrs. M. Beare. Treasurer--Mrs. F. W. Brock. Educational See.--Mrs,"S. Farmer. Echoes Sec.--Murs. W. H. Harris. Standard Bearer--Mrs. I. R. Bentley. Agriculture Short Courses To give some idea of the work done at this course were are publishing the time table-- Monday, Feb. 4--Singing, Registra- tion, Milk, Farm Chemistry Parasites in live stock. Feb. 6--Singing, Farm Crops, Judg- ing Beef Cattle. Feb. 6 -- Singing, Farm Crops, Boviné Infectious Abortion by Dr, R. Gwatkin. : Feb, 7--Singing, Fungus Diseases, "Mineral Deficiences", Live Stock Judging, trip through Generel Motors, Oshawa, Feb. 8--8Singing, soils, small fruits, farm forestry and windbreak planting, literary. PS =| Feb. 11--Singing, feeds and feeding, On June 22nd the Chap-[ tillage and crop rotation, public speak- ing, grain judging. Feb. 12--Singing, weeds, judging grain, live stock judging, Feb, 13-- ing and testing, public speaking. Feb, 14 -- Singing, weeds, poultry, soils and fertilizers. : Feb. 16--Singing, farm crops,. beef cattle, cartoons, literary meeting, Feb. 18 -- Singing, poultry, farm crops, paultry, Feb. 19--Singing, knots, rope splic- ing, stock judging. Feb, 20 -- Singing, sheep, speaking, farm bookkeeping, judging. Feb. 21--Singing, the farm garden, landscape gardening, stock juding. Feb. 22 -- Singing, question box, cash crops, junior activities, literary meeting. Feb! 25 -- Singing, apple orchard dairy cattle, judging clover seed, judg- ing grains. Feb. 26 -- Singing, The Seed Act, seed cleaning, stock judging. Feb. 27--Singing, apple orcharding,- home curing and cutting of meats, grain and seed judging. Feb, 28--Singing, farm implements and tools, farm leaks, stock judging. March 1--Singing, unfinished work, literary meeting. NOTE--The editor of the Port Perry Star has had the pleasure of attending most of the classes for the boys, and is thoroughly convinced of the prac- tical value of the instruction given. Mr. J. R. Spry and Mr. W. M, Cros- kery are the teachers, and they are well versed in-the subjects which they teach. There is no attempt to go "over the heads" of the boys. Every subject is discussed in terms which are fam- iliar to the boys. The Trip to General Motors. Thanks are due to Mr. Harold R. Archer for his courtesy 'in arrange- ments which enabled the young people attending the Agricultural Courses to see "General Motors" in action. Mr. Archer also staged a preview of the visit in picture style at the town hall. "Immensity'" was perhaps the out- standing impression gained by the young people in that visit to the home of the Chevrolet, Pontiac, McLaughlin- Buick, Oldsmobile, ete. Many of them declared that they walked something less than ten miles in that trip, agd they never saw such a mass of parts, tops, wheels, wind- shields, chasses, electroplating, duco public grain slowly moving toward complete pro- duction. One could not avoid seeing the con- stant, care to secure -- accuracy, strength, beauty of line, and perfect finish. "Gingerbread" is not wanted. Simple dignity and beauty added to strength and power are the ideals at- tained. In General - Motors machinery is king. Everything is standardized and every bit of work that can be done by machinery is so done. From tiny machines for electrical construction to the great presses that stamp out the various parts of 'the bodies there is an endless array of these mechanical helpers. About one hundred young people took advantage of this visit to the auto centre and will remember the visit with Hensre and boon, PRINCE "ALBERT Miss S. Laird spent the week end with her parents at Maple Grove. Hiss Helen Butson, Toronto, spent Sunday at her home here. Mrs. Lawson Honey, of Honeydale, and Mrs. Lorne Thompaon, of Man- chester, visited their father Mr. E, M. Williams, on Saturday. Mr. Aldred and family, of Toronto, have taken up residence in Mr. Mor- vison's house. We welcome them to our village. The 'annual congregational meeting was combined with the league meeting last Wednesday night. Devotional ex- ercises were conducted by the League and Rev. Mr. Smyth took charge of the business meeting. Reports were given of the different branches of the work of the Church. The programme at the Comniunity Club meeting on Thursday was given | by local talent assisted by C. Hooey, of Port Perry, who gave selections on the guitar. The programme commit- tee for next meeting are Mrs. A. Jef- frey, Miss Lillian Murphy and Mr, S. Arnold. Quite a number of the young men's class, with their teacher Mr. T. |, Sager, attended the Men's Bible Class at Port Perry United Church on Sun- day afternoon. Some were unable to Singing, soils, cream grad- spray, wodwork, and endless: <hain - attend as they were on the sick list. -