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Port Perry Star (1907-), 16 Jun 1938, p. 8

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After the business was dispensed with, a pleasing feature was the presentation made to one of the members, Mrs. H. Stredwick, nee Briggs, and the following address was read: Dear Viva,--For many years you have been a member of Mrs. Car- michael's S. S. Class, the Faithful Workers, and we, your fellow mem- bers of the class, have enjoyed that membership fully. Besides the work of the class, you have assisted in the choir and other ways in the communi- ty, and so tonight we take much plea- sure in presenting to you this electric table lamp and end-table. With them go wishes for a happy married life, and may they be in your home as a token of esteem from us, as a friendly reminder of your class mates. May you and Harold live long, well and prosperously. With once more a thought for your future married life-- We are the members of the Faithful Workers Class, The bride thanked her associates in a few well chosen remarks. The hostess served light refreshments and a pleasant hour was passed socially. Mr. Chas. Holman and his mother, Mrs. Holman, of Columbus, were Sun- day guests of Mr. and Mrs, George Leach. Mrs. "W. McCartney and baby Ruth, of Brooklin, spent Sunday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. C, Harrison. Mrs. Victor Hudgins and daughter Patsy of Toronto, are visiting with Mrs. H. Hudgins. Mr, and Mrs. Ray Downey and Vir- ginia Ann, of Toronto, are enjoying a vacation with relatives here. Several cases of measles have been reported in the community. The splendid rains of late have worked wonders with the farm and garden crops. Mr. Robt. Chisholm's potato plants are all in bloom. Qther residents report strawberries ready for picking, peas are podding, and Pop-Eye's muscle-making food is a favorite dish among the rising gen- eration. His little admirers look to make sure no one is laughing at them, roll "up the shirt sleeves, flex the muscle and wonder if it isn't just a little bigger today than it was yes- terday! Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Pilkey, Brock and Beatrice, of Greenbank, visited among former nejghbours in the vil- lage on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Cooper and little son of Toronto, have returned to their home after enjoying a happy vacation among relatives. The Women's Association met last 'Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Hudgins, with the President Mrs. D. Luery presiding over the business session. The oscial part of the meet- ing was in charge of Mrs, D. Duche- min and took the form of a Grand- mothers' entertainment. Mrs. Robt. Chisholm read an extract from the old fifth reader that she used in 1876, Other grandmothers taking part were Mrs. R. Long, Mrs. C. Harrison and Mrs. H. Hudgins. An old fashioned chorus was sung by all the grand- mothers as a fitting end to the inter- esting programs. Light refreshments were served, and all , who were pre- sent admitted that it was indeed an afternoon well and profitably spent. Mr, Chas. Fox of Toronto has hirea with Mr. Allen Downey for the sum- mer. On Friday evening of last week the employees of Elmeroft farm, Colum- bus, and their families, numbering about thirty-five, met at the home of Mr. C. Vice to honour one of their fellow workers and his bride, Mr. and Mrs; Harold Stredwick. A presenta- tion was made of a five-piece cut glass relish set, on a chromuim tray. Mr. and Mrs. Stredwick expressed their sincere thanks and appreciation, after which ice cream and eake were passed around, and a jolly evening of fun followed, the company breaking up in the wee sma' hours, Several cottagers took the King's birthday and visited their cottages. On Wednesday, June 8th, Mr, and * - EE a Mrs. Frank Garfat attended the wed- ding of a niece at Port Hope, Dr. and Mrs, Lapngmaid enjoyed their cottage with friends on the King's birthlay. --o MRS. ALEXANDER FERGUSON It was with deep regret that the community learned of the passing of Mrs. Alexander Ferguson, in her 89th i year, at Sunderland. Born in Brock Township, the daughter of Thomas Glover and Mar- garet Patterson, pioneer settlers of Brock Township, she spént her youth near the place where she chose later she married Alexander Ferguson in Mariposa Township. By honest work and thriftiness they hewed out a home for themselves, seeing the fruit of their work in a log house and barn, re- placed later by a commodious home and excellent farm, she was a kindly promoter and in church life a Presbyterian and helped to replace the old church by a modern place of worship. Their marriage was blessed by a family of seven: Neil, who lives on the' homestead; Mrs, James Munro, Sonya; Mrs. Dougal McPhail, "Sonya; Mrs. W. Thorburn, Sunderland; Mrs. Allen Moore, Port Perry; Annie A., who; died in young womanhood, and Florence B., in childhood. ------- e-------------- BLACKSTOCK Rev. A. Daviss, of Toronto, was in Church on Sunday last and was the guest at the home of Smith Bros. over the week end. Mrs. John Forder, Miss Vera Ford- er, and Miss Eva Brown, visited with Mr. and Mrs. John Dobson of Ux-| bridge on Sunday. The league ball game played in Blackstock on Monday night between Nestleton and Yelverton resulted in a score of 9-7 in favour of Nestleton. with Mr. and Mrs. J. R. McLaughlin. Mr. Cecil Hamilton had his eye car, necessitating several trips to To- to know that at time of writing the danger point is past and we hope he will soon be better. Miss Isabel Hooey, daughter of Mr. Walter Hooey and the late Mrs. 'Hooey) and Miss Anna Henderson of Winnipeg are visiting with relatives in the township. The monthly meeting of the W.M.S. the home of Mrs. Jas, Marlow. Mrs. Alex, Johnston was in charge of the program. The guest speaker was Dr. Bowles of Nestleton, who gave a very fine and interesting address on Mis- sions. Mrs, Jas. Henry and Mrs. J. E. Elliott favoured with reading. At the close lunch was served. Recent visitors were: Mr. Henry Graham of Toronto with relatives; Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Strong, Mr. and Mrs Oscar Graham and Alma with Mr. and Mrs. R. Coates, of Shirley; Mrs. Geo. Wallace of Little Britain, with Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Larmer; Mr. and Cecil Brunt of Janetville; Mrs. J. Hooey, Roy and Burney, and Miss I. Hooey, with erlatives in Peterboro; Mr. and Mrs. Ross Richards, Miss M. Beech, Haydan and Mr, Harry Larmer of Millbrook, with Mr. and Mrs. A. Larmer., We are sorry to hear Mr. Richards had the misfortune to break a bone in his leg while playing with the ball team recently. Mr, and Mrs. F. Willan are-visiting with relatives in Hammondsport, N.Y. On the eve of Rev. and Mrs. C. C. Harcourt's departure for England, « special meeting of the Orange Lodge was held and Mr. Harcourt was pre- sented with the following address and a gold ring: Reverend Sir and Brother: We learn with very sincere regret of your intended departure from our commun- ity and our lodge and we are the more saddened as we realize that the broad ocean will probably separate you from us, and that your duties in another hemisphere will prevent the contin- uance o fthe association which, for nearly four years, we have found so pleasant and profitable. As brethren of the Orange Lodge, we all feel that your membership has been a distinct gain to us, and your presence in our meetings a continual inspiration and source of uplift, as well as a notable executive help. In your new sphere of activity we sincerely wish you health and true success, and we trust that your new friends will prove to be congenial, in- spiring and spiritually-minded, but we dg | to spend her. declining days. In 1869, In the social life of the community charge of the services in St. John's Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Downey and daughter of Reaboro and Miss F. Mec- Laughlin of Toronto, spent Sunday painfully injured while working at sl ronto to a specialist. We are pleased}: of the United Church was held at' | ] Was $219.00. For ..... 10000 ersssesssess | § For ............. | § size, was $219.00. For o last for years. | Org Norse Mode IT, $190 $109 1 Only Electrolux, 4, cubic foot, § 99 1 Only Crosley with Shelvator, used only a few Months, was 95, 00 "> $159 3: 1 Only General Plecisie, tibie foot $149 1 Only Brand erator, case BARGAINS IN ICE BOXES, COOK - STOVES, ELECTRIC WASHERS, I$ ELECTRIC RANGES, RADIOS, ETC, X, Odd Models Some Trade-Ins and Re-Possessed--Some Brand New A decided saving this week at Don Christian Electric. You need a refrigerator now---get one of these bargains Four, Five, & Six Cubic Foot Models These refrigerators usually sell for much higher prices but due to our having these repossessed refrigerators for sale for balances owing you can save almost half on a refrigerator that will Some have only been used afew months. 1 Only General Rlectrie 5.8 cubic foot, same style as models, slightly _ used, was $258.00............... $189 6! bic f ll : sold for $258.00, : Sale". nn x : $15 1 Only General Electric, brand new, five year guarantee, 1937 model, Was $192.00. Sale PPR ; $169 New Universal Refrig- ' H rosoessed 38 SIMCOE STREET NORTH | DON CHRISTIAN ELECTRIC yf OSHAWA ,ONT. (Open Evenings) be 33322 hope also, that you: will retain kind thoughts of us, and we hasten to as- sure you that the influence of our Order will be extended readily and gladly at any time, on your behalf. In token of our esteem and frater- nal regard, we ask you to accept this little gift, inscribed with the symbols of the Royal Arch, assuring you that the ties which bind us in heart are im- perishable, and that a warm welcome will 'éver await you at any time that you may be able to visit us. ~ Signed on behalf of the L. O. L. 133, Blackstock--Henry Thompson, W.M,, Jas. Byers, Creighton Devitt, Fréd Hamilton. We are pleased to know that Rev. H. Bell will continue to be pastor of the United Churchs of the township. CAESAREA Mrs. Dickson, mother of Mrs. .Rhees Jackson, and Mrs. Treblecock, of To- ronto, who are holidaying in Mrs. Jackson's cottage, held an enjoyable Mr. Wilfred Williams is again de- livering milk to the cottages. Mr. Rod Campbell is flying Tor some to Great Bear Lake. Mr. and Mrs. K, Davidson and Miss Margaret Aggett, of Youngstown, Alta., visited Mrs. Frost last week. visited their summer home last week. McDonald of Toronto, is'their guest. Mrs. M. Colville of Toronto, visited Mrs. J. Wilson last week at the Point. Flowers are blooming in profusion beautiful this year at many cottages. "Iris by the riverside. Tall and proud and blue, Love was very wonderful When his heart made you." On Saturday, June 4th, Mr. W. K. Greatrix and son Buddy, who attends Murray, Bilile and Valine at Niagara the winter in St. Petersbury, Florida. three, attended a private school, a bus calling for her at 8.30" and bringing her home at 4.30. They report fine school progress made during the win- ter in the sunny south, r Mr. and Mrs, Warren T, Fegan, parents of Mrs, Greatrix, motored down in November to spend the win- ter near Mrs, Greatrix. Mr, Frank Randall drove. «Mr. Greatrix and Buddy spent two of Christmas vacation with them and enjoyed a four hundred mile motor trip around Florida coast, taking in' afternoon tea on Wednesday, June 8. ; American Redium Co., from the Soo |} Mr. and Mrs. Whitmore and family | § Mr. and Mrs. Moffatt are spending ¥ the rest of June in their cottage. Miss | § in 'our midst, particularly is the iris|Q& Ridley College, met Mrs. Greatrix, |} Falls on their return from spenWng |i Billie attended public school, Murray |{ junior high school and Valeria, aged, Miani and Palm Beach. Mr. Greatrix and sons also enjoyed deep sea fishing when they 'caught an eight pound grouper, twenty miles in the Gulf of Mexica. The 'salt-water bathing and the sunshine were greatly enjoyed, and they all report a winter of excel- lent health. Mrs, Greatrix joined the Canadian Club of St. Petersburg. It consists of four hundred and Mr. E. Cunninhgam, of yRoselals, Toronto; is the president. They visited the singing tower, the silver springs where the water is un- usually clear as seen. -through a glass bottom boat. They also saw the old- est house in America at St. Augustine, Florida. They were five days motor- ing home taking in Maryland, Wash- ington ,ete. ---- o-oo BORN BLIGHT--To Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Blight, of Epsom, at the Port Perry Hospital, on June 13th, a daughter. PRESENTING For Vouk Entertainment and Approval A TROUPE OF | BELLEVUE COLLEGIANS | Sponsored by the Students of the Bellevue Musical Art, Lud. (Dominion Charter) George Colborne (Student) Master of Ceremonies, appearing on the Stage of the High School Assembly Hall, PORT PERRY, on Friday, June 24th, 1938 7.30 p.m., Standard Time ADMISSION: Adults 16c. Children Be. MARSH HILL A few of the children of this neighbourhood have 'had the measles, but are getting along alright. Mrs. Thos. Swanick has been visit- ing at William White's, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Walker and children: "attended the anniversary at Pinedale on Snuday. A number of the brethren from Goodwood, and Sunderland lodges at- tended the Orange service at Victoria: Corners, on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Swanick were in "J Toronto on Friday attending the graduation exercises of Toroiito Uni- versity at which their son Wilmot re- ceived his Bachelor of Arts degree. Cotmryniayjons Wilmot! NOTICE--We are opening a Studio of Musical Instruction in Port Perry, with all city benefits. For Information.-Apply to ; "BELLEVUE MUSICAL ART, Ltd. F.C. WALTON, Division Manager I SA SAO MISE : Heavy Russian oil, "with measuring glass. AOOUNRE BIZE is aiid vx i ts vain Ns Dawa ns + BOC § PALM BEACH and TOPS for cleaning white. shoes, ea. 25¢. MOON GLOW NAIL POLISH, all shades, liquids 'and GEIR CL TER LT Hi YE oLD ENGLISH HEALTH SALTS, each 25c. and 39c. "TAT" ANT TRAPS for clearing the house of ants COLGATE'S FLOATING SOAP, ....... .3 cakes for 11e. *9r040 Morrison's Drug Store PORT PERRY -- Phone 16 INSULATION Have your home insulated now, and enjoy the comfort of cooler rooms during the hot nights to come during the sum- This same insulation serves a double purpose by keeping out the cold in winter. BLUE COAL Whether you insulate or not you will need some fuel next) See us about filling your bin with "BLUE COAL." Coal is selling at summer" prices now. F. E. REESOR Phones 73j and 73w line aie Sie Seilpe Sieoiie l SEAGRAVE--(Continued) house built on sand." He stated that education was very good and various creeds and beliefs very helpful but * | character was the supreme test. deeds not creeds that really count, life that does not bear fruit counts for Membership church:and S. S. is decreasing. What are we doing about it. A very bounti- ful dinner was served y the Oakwood ladies to about one hundred and seventy-five -people-and a social time enjoyed while various committees met to plan the business for the coming The Queen Street, Lindsay. W.A. took charge of the Devotional service for the afternoon. giving a very excellent paper on Psalm 23. The Roll Call of societies showed that Seagrave and Greenbank | "The Lost Chord." Snowdon's Garage «in the premises formerly owned by G. Sweetman IMPERIAL OIL PRODUCTS Courteous and Efficient Garage Servioe ALBERT SNOWDON, Proprietor Mrs. Wolfraim PORT PERRY FRUIT MARKET BLONG BLOCK, PORT PERRY Seasonable Fruits and Vegetables FRESH RIPE STRAWBERRIES CANADIAN GROWN Canadian Head Lettuce oo... 2 for .16 Tomatoes. ___2 lbs. 25c. Cucumbers, Radishes, New New Potatoes. Oranges, Phone 208, Port Perry 2002208000002 24 Pineapples, Have it done the pneumatic i : Port Perry. had the largest delegations present. A communion service in which two hundred and thirty-five took part was conducted by Rev. D. Stinson, pastor of the Oakwood charge, assisted by kos Whiteside, Hillis, Bury and Wol- raim, Miss Duff of the W.C.T.U. who was spending two weeks in the district was present and gave a short talk on the Temperance question. Two Fenelon Falls ladies sang a duet. The special speaker for the 'afternoon was. then introduced in the person of Mrs. Lott, of Frankford. She spoke on things we might learn from outstanding women of the Bible. - The tr casurer's report was given by Mrs. H. Eagleson and showed a bal- ance of $41.99. Mrs, Poulson "sang Spinach, Green Bananas, Ete. Decoration Day ISUNDAY, JUNE 19th, 1938 2,30 p.m. Standard Time at Pine Grove Cemetery. event gives friends and relatives an opportunity to remember loved ones who have passed on, by. decorating their last resting Dblace with flowers ; <This annual 8

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