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Port Perry Star (1907-), 7 Jul 1938, p. 8

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er MU SANTOS DUPONT ARR EE A Cr Se ag Sas Hein Sete on Sa SE " Mrs. O. Boisvert, prominent in Ot- tawa social circles, is the guest of her daughter, Mrs, Norman Robinson. Miss Veda Coombs, nurse from Ed- monton, Alta., is companion to Mrs. Robinson at "Robin's Nest" this sea- son. With the closing of schools, many cottages are now occupied. Mr. and Mrs. R. Gooch and sons visited Point au Baril last week, Mr, Howard Clemes has a new Nash car, and Mr. Walter Scott a new Graham car. ¢ Mr. and Mrs. 8. B. James enjoyed the holiday week-end at '"Days-Off" cottage. Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Picard, Medina, Ohio, were there also. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hamilton and family, of Hamilton, are guests of Mrs, F. Smock. Mr. and Mrs. H. West spent the holiday in Mr, P. G. Campbell's cot- tage. Mr, Clifford Mills of Oshawa, has purchased Mr. Clarke's cottage. Mr. and and Mrs, Ira Aldred, Doug. and Cameron, are spending a couple of weeks in their cottage at Williams' Point. Congregations at Caesarea Church at 10.30 (Standard Time) Sunday mornings to hear Chancellor Bowles, are growing as more hear of the ser- vice and of the privilege of attending. Mr. Dan McTavish visited the Point Sunday before leaving on Tuesday for Flint, Michigan, to attend school again. Mr. Alfred Capp at Williams' Point, entertained forty guests from Toronto on-Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. N. Tease entertained Mr. Hall, Mr. Tease and family from Galt, last week end. i Bond Brofhers had their power boat in operation at the Point last week. Mr. R. Robinson is enjoying a canoe trip in Northern Ontario. Mr. William Taylor left on Wednes- day for an extended trip through the Canadian West, first stopping off at Edmonton and taking in the Peace River District, later going on to Van- couver and Victoria, B.C. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Scott and sons of Toronto, spent the holiday at the Point, entertaining Mr. and Mrs. Adams and daughter of Toronto. Mr. Scott is Vice-President of Tamblyns Limited. BR EA, BEACOCK REUNION On Saturday, July 2nd, at Little Lake Park, Midland, was celebrated the fourteenth annual reunion of the Beacock families. In 1827 Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Bea- cock of Yorkshire, England, came to Canada and soon settled in Cart wright, where John Beacock was born in 1829, brother of George, Isaac and William. These four sons moved and settled near Orillia, and George in Manvers. Over one hundred years have come and gone since 1827, and on July 2nd, 1938, one hundred and twenty-five relatives re-united at this happy picnic when dinner and supper, U happy picnic enjoying dinner ana supper, ball games, boating and sing- ing. Prizes were given to all chil- dren. Mr. and Mrs. E, Sanderson of Robinson, Plans are already made for coming the longest distance. Mr. C. Beacock of Elmvale was given the prize for being the oldest relative at- tending the re-union. The new officers elected for 1938-39 are: President, Mr. Fred Brown; Secretary, Miss Myrtle Robinson; Treasurer, Mrs. Gladys Robinson. Plans are already made for the next re-union on July 8th, 1939, to be held at Orillia Park. Former re- unions were held at Bobcaygeon, Hampton, Blackstock and on the old Beacock homestead. Among those at- tending from Cartwright were Mr. and Mrs. Sam Ferguson, Mr. T. 'Samells, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Fergu- son, Mr, and Mrs. Cecil Hillard and Marion, Mrs. John Jobb. Attending from Bowmanville and Caesarea were Mr, 'and Mrs. W. P. Pickard, Evelyn and Lorraine, Mr. and Mrs. R. 8. | James; from Toronto were Mr. and Mrs! Routley, Mr. and Mrs. R. Rob- inson, Mr, S. J. Beacock, Mrs. Ger- trude Stevenson, Douglas, Jean and Bruce; Mr. and Mrs. eGo. Beacock, of Wiarton; Mrs. Margaret Wilson of Lindsay; Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Robert- son, Miss va Robertson, Rev. Mr. Greening from Dunsford; and many, from Midland and district. The day was perfect and the ninety mile drive from Caesarea was a de- light. ---- > ------ RASPBERRY FESTIVAL at EPSOM The Women's Association of Epsdm United Church will hold a Raspberry Festival on Thursday, July 14th, from 65.30 till all are served, on the church grounds. Concert given by Uxbridge and Port Perry talent. Weather per- mitting concert will be on lawn. J ---------- Reach Council The regular meeting of Reach Council was held on Saturday, July 2, with all members present, Communications From County Treasurer enclosing bill for maintenance of indigents in Commission re poles on township gation of house at Greenbank; from for year 1938 as follows: For general purposes. .$12,904.39 For County roads .... 0,146.98 For Suburban Roads .. 269.69 For school purposes ., 5,464.94 From the Attorney-General re reso- lution passed at the June meeting. of Council on which communication no action was taken but was laid over for future consideration; from Dr. Wilson, enclosing bill for services re J. Beedon; from F. H, Watson, sheep valuator stating Harold Honey had one sheep killed by dogs; from Port Perry Coal Yard, bill for cement; from A. L. McDermott, enclosing bill for funeral expenses of Elizabeth Mills and ambulance service to Osha- wa re H. York; from R. Beare en- closing bill for advt. re weeds and printing cards re same; from the Vet- erans Assistance Commission re relief to veteran" settlers. - Mr. Chas. Webster appeared before Council and presented bill for shooting one dog found worrying sheep, also one valuation re two lambs injured by dogs from Norman Prentice. Accounts Passed Norman Prentice, sheep valuation, $1.60; Dr. Wilson, $22.00, medical services re J. Beedon; Port Perry Coal Yard, cement for tile, $16.13; Town- ship Treasurer, postage and revenue stamps, $10.80; W. D. Muckler, house fumigation, $15.00; Township Treas- urer, payment of transportation in- specting roads, $10.00; Harold Honey, one sheep killed, $8.00; A. L. McDer- mott, funeral expenses re Elizabeth Mills and ambulance, re H. York, $564; T, E. Philp, placing cards for Board payment of relief for June, $91.62; k. Gourlie, cedar for culverts, $115.00; Chas. Webster, lambs injured by dogs and shooting one dog," $7.00; T. J. Sager, to pay hydro acct., $6.16; Ry. Beare, printing expenses, $4.50; W. Wilson, administering relief, $20.00; Norman Midgley, rental for house re Mason, $11.00; F. Watson, sheep val- uation, $1.50; County Treasurer, re maintenance of indigents in hospital, $160.63; F. W. Thompson, School de- benture, S. S. No. 7, $225.27; Mrs. Z. Jackson, School Debenture interest, S. S. No. 7, $33.74; J. D. Adams Ltd, balance on road Maintainer, $3766. A deputation from the Port Perry Fair appeared before the Council re a donation. A grant of $100.00 was sanctioned. ) Road acocunts totalling $1552.38 Council adjourned until Saturday, August 6th or call of the Reeve. Myrtle Station Sunday at 3 p.m., when the Sacra- ment of the Lord's Supper will be ad- ministered. . Last Sunday evening Rev. W. E. Honey read for the lesson the 2nd chapter of Titus, using verses 11 and 12 for his text: "The warrant for Christian living." Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Honey of To- ronto, spent the holiday with Rev. W. E. and Mrs. Honey. The Women's Association held an afternoon tea at the home of Mrs. R. Chisholm on Tuesday of this week: home at Oakville. She plans to at- tend summer school at Toronto Uni- versity during the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Simkin and holiday visitors of Mr. and Mrs, Jo». Simkin. Mr. and Mrs, Harold Stredwick spent part of Sunday with friends at Columbus. ry i Mrs. J. H, Mortimer, Mr. and Mrs. A. McConnell and Mr. and Mrs, H. McConnell, all of Toronto, were re- cent guests of Mr. and Mrs. D. Duche- min, Mr. and Mrs, Lloyd Hughson of To- ronto spent a few days with Mr. and 'Mrs, Norman Hughson, Mrs. A, Ward has gone to Toronto for further treatments for glandular trouble. We hope she may come home in a week or so much relieved. The traffic going north on Thursday and Saturday evenings was very heavy. On Sunday between 7.30 and 8.30 p.m. there was an average of 900 cars to the hour, south bound. hospital; from Hydro-Electric Power ki roads; from W. D. Muckler re fumi- |g County Clerk, enclosing By-law to|= equalize the assessment of the minor |= municipalities of County of Ontario|® of Health, $2.20; Township Treasurer, were passed. ; Service in the United Church next Miss E. Smith has returned to her daughter Sylvia, of Toronto, were Electric Appliances (Headquarters for Canadian General Electric) We carry a complete stock of C anadian General Electric appliances here. [l The Most Complete Stock in Eastern Ontario , Prices guaranteed as good or better than any competitor's SEE OUR TRADE-IN SPECIALS | Buy Now and get Votes in the Community Campaign ¥ OPEN EVENINGS DON CHRISTIAN ELECTRI( "It pays tn buy General Electric products, They last longer," OO 000 0 0 38 Simcoe St. Ph. 84, A very pleasant event took place on Tuesday, June 28th, when the WwW. A. of Prospect Church was host to the Associations of Myrtle, Raglan, Man- chester and Utica, on the spacious lawns of Mr. and Mrs. A, Niddery. The first feature of the afternoon's entertainment was an interesting pro- gram. Those taking part were as follows: Mrs. Von Ritschl, devotional ' reading; Misses Pearson and Thomp- son, duet; Mrs. Eckley, reading; little Miss Edgerton, an action song; Mrs. A. Grose, a reading; Patsy Wickham, a recitation; Mrs. Roy Moon, a vocal solo; Audrey Grant, a recitation; Mrs, W. E. Honey and Mrs, D. Luery, a duet; Mrs. Hudgins, a reading; Rev. Mr. Bushell, a vocal solo; little Lloyd Ortwood, a recitation; Rev. W. E. Honey, a short speech, Mr, Litherland, | two selections on the piano accordian. In the guessing contest, as the second part of the program, Mrs. Bushell of Utica and Mrs. L. Miller of Raglan, were the lucky winners. Following the program, the seventy- five or eighty guests wandered about the grounds in friendly concourse and admired the profusion of lovely flowers which lined the east side of the lawn. The Foxglove of different colors, deserve special mention. Their many tall spikes were massed with the trumpet-like flowers, evoking comments of admiration from all the flower lovers. Supper was served to the guests on one long table with the flowers and cedar hedge making a picturesque background. One of the most ap- pealing dishes on the menu was straw- berries and cream. The supper was delicious throughout and was a credit to the culinary efforts of the Pros- pect ladies, These gatherings of the Associations of the Myrtle charge have become an annual affair, each W. A. taking a turn as hostess to the other three. The happy gathering dispersed shortly after 6 p.m.; but everyone present felt that the after- noon had been one of real enjoyment and pleasure. The property of the late Wilfred Graham has been purchased by Mr. Harry Stacey of Oshawa. } Mrs. George Holliday is visiting in Port Dalhousie. The Woman's Missionary Society will hold its monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. W. E. Honey next Thursday, July 14th at 2.30 p.m. All the ladies are cordially invited to at- tend. The silo filling business started last week when Mr. C. Harrison had a field of sweet clover blown into the silo. The strawberry crop is unusually good this year and the harvest is still in full swing. Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Masters visit- ed in Peterboro on Sunday. Mrs. Roy Spencer of Perth visited with her parents My. and Mrs. Bea- cock, last week. Mr. and Mrs. Guest of Toronto, Mr. Harry Guest and Mr, Bill Lunney of Montreal, Mr. and Mrs, F. Beadle of Ashburn, Mr, and Mrs! Jas. Lee and family of Greenbank, were |recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Cook. Mrs, Ivan Rodd of Manilla visited with Mr .and Mrs, Jas, Cooper orf Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Downey and Frank were guests of friefids in To- ronto on Sunday. Mr, and Mrs. Edgar Cooper and Douglas, of Toronto, were week end visitors with relatives. Mr. Wheatley and Mrs, L. Luke, of Toronto, spent the holiday with Mr, and Mrs. A. Johnson and family. Mr, Geo. Davidson of Aurora, Ill, was a recent guest of his sister-in- law Mrs, H, Hudgins. SCHOOL REPORT 8. 8. No. 6, REACH Grade I--McKee, Meredith; Scott, Donald; Wallace, June. Grade II--McMaster, Jack; Scott, Sandy; Sonley, Robert. Grade IV--Goreski, Sophie; Innes, June; McFadden, Richard; McFadden, Robert; McKee, Joyce; Nichols, Hugh; Scott, .Coulson; Stewart, Billie. Grade V--Franklin, Grant; Goreski, Rudolph. Grade VI--Franklin, Helen; John- son, Doreen; Johnson, Harley. Grade VII--Goreski, Annie. Margaret Johns, Teacher. " UTICA Married on Saturday, June 26th, av the home of the bride's parents, by Rev. Mr. Simpson, Ruth, 'youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Payne, to Ellsworth, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Kidd, Udora. Their attendants were Mrs. Arthur Taylor, sister of the groom, and Mr. Lloyd Payne, twin brother of the 'bride. The happy couple motored to North Bay. They will reside at Udora. The community extend their best wishes for their happiness. { Keep in mind the Sunday School picnic next Saturday, July 9th. The truck will leave the church at nine o'clock. Everybody welcome. Mr. and Mrs. Alpin Christie and family called on friends in the com- munity on Sunday. 2 . Miss L. Ward at home for her holi- days. : re The Cormack boys of Toronto, with their grandmother Mrs. J. Swan. Born, at Port Perry Hospital, on Tuesday, July 5th, to Mr. and Mrs. O. Graham, a daughter. On Tuesday evening, July 23, 1938, the Bluebird Club was invited to the home of Mr. and Mrs. van Spencer, at Greenbank, in honour of the marriage of her sister, Miss Ruth Payne, who was showered with many beautiful and useful gifts. Ruth will be missed in the Club, as she has been a very faithful member for .a number of years; but all wish her everything that can be desired for a happy wedded life. 2 Choir practice on Thursday evening this week. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ackney and family in Toronto Saturday. Although the crowd was not so large as usual at the Christie- Claughton reunion, on Saturday, all report a good time, On Wednesday, July 6th, the Ware- Mitchell reunion was held on the United Church grounds. --_-- vr ---- ---------- CHRISTIE-CLAUGHTON REUNION AND PICNIC The fifth annual retnion and picnic of the ChristiesClaughton families was held at Utica Church grounds on Saturday, July 2nd, 1838, The weather was certainly ideal for the day and a goodly number turned out to enjoy themselves. Sports took place in the afternoon including softball, races, lucky number contests, etc., after which all sojourned to the basement of the church where they partook of a sumptuous supper. - Great credit is due to Mrs. Al, Christie,-convener of refreshment and table committee, un- der whose guidance this was carried out, Nee h i TLOO BLAD Chinaman, "Lighthouse he shine, whistle he blow, flog' bell he ling, and flog -he come just the same. No good." I FOOT PAX The Wonder Support An unfailing preventive of Foot Ailments and fatigue. Corrects . fis causé of callouses, strength- - ns the foot muscles, Ligaments, and weak arches. Massages while worn, WORK! - PLAY! WALK! in absolute comfort and protec- tion against foot strain, Doctors recommend them, Sold. and featured by. | P. G. MORRISON Phone 16 Port Perry, Ont. I IO After tea all joined in Community Singing led by Mr. Stanley Webber of Columbus with Miss Leta Christie of Oshawa 'at the piano. - Short addresses were given, alsp de- lightful solos by Mr. Webber which certainly were enjoyed by all. The president, Mr. L. D. Christie, of Osha- wa, was called upon to present the remainder of the prizes, Mrs. Wm. Medd, of Sonya, receiving the prize for the eldest lady present; Mr. Ben Holtby of London, for the eldest gentleman; and Phyllis Claughton of Stouffville for the youngest child. The election of officers then took sent executive were returned to office for the coming year, namely: Presi- dent, Mr. L. D. Christie; 1st Vice, Mr. E. Christie; Treas., Mrs. H. Kerry; Secretary, Mrs. Geo. McMillan. The singing of the National Anthem brought a very pleasant and delight- ful afternoon to a close. By the kind invitation of Mr. and Mrs. W. Thaxter, the next picnic will be held at their home on Saturday, July 1st, 1939. Bo oo EES ASHBURN The Woman's Missionary Auxiliary will meet at the home of Mrs. George West on Tuesday afternoon, July 12. Mrs, Fred Beadle's group will be in charge of the program. The ladies of the community are invited. Miss Margaret Fisher is spending the summer with her parents here. The strawberry festival on Tuesday evening at Burn's Church was very successful. The tables were attract-) ively set. laden with delicious pies and cakes and lots of strawberries. Rev. R. Simpson acted as chairman for the program which consisted of solos by Mrs. K. Wolfe McCarthy, 'Toronto; monologues by Mr. W. Bissell and solos by Mr. G. Rossereau, Toronto; who sings over radio station CKCL We are pleased to report much im- provement in the health of Mrs, S. Bryant, who has been so ill. EI Congratulations to Miss Helen Jor- don on passing her piano examination with honours. Miss Mary, Kerr of Toronto, spent a short time with her parents. pe Miss Barbara Miller, B.A,, of To- ronto, spent. the week end with her parents Mr. and Mrs, Miller. oi Miss Alma Lynde, of Western Hos- pital, called on relatives-on July 1st. Miss Vera Leach spent a few days last week with Mr. and . English Oshawa E : "Lighthouse no good for flog," says |= place in which resulted that the pre-|§ PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JULY 7th, 1988 a Fl * DIAMOND RINGS (INSURED FREE AGAINST LOSS I. R, BENTLEY, Jeweller © PORT PERRY Hs NOTE--Every diamond is insured. = < CABINET MAKING, i Furniture Repairing, Chair Rungs § duplicated and replaced, Tables Cupboards, Shelves, etc. built to order. Lawn Chairs and Lawn Ornaments painted in bright and gay colors. Fancy Trellis Work & Fencing, Lawn Arbors and Pergolas, etc. werized shop, capable of any woodworking operation. taranteed Workmanship at reasonable rates. pe SIGN PAINTING DONE : y Fred Chapman, "5" Queen St, P1. Perry Property Complete ie Sales i Ape Sih _ ie f Heavy Russian Oil, with measuring glass. { 40 ounce BIZE feet a is Ly deg anid bn vey is + BOG { PALM BEACH and TOPS for cleaning white shoes, ea. 25c. MOON GLOW NAIL POLISH, all shades, lifuids and creams ... ; YE OLD ENGLISH HEALTH SALTS, each 25¢c. and 39c. "TAT" ANT TRAPS for clearing. the house of ants ? COLGATE'S FLOATING SOAP, ........3 cakes for llc. - 5 -& XIX EE Morrison's Drug Store PORT PERRY -- Phone 16 i= ~siffe re INSULATION Have your home insulated now, and enjoy the comfort of cooler rooms during the hot nights to come during the sum- mer. This same insulation serves a double purpose by keeping out the cold in winter. - Have it done the pneumatic BLUE COAL | * Whether you insulate or not you will need some fuel next) winter. _See us about filling your bin with "BLUE COAL." Coal is selling at summer prices now. i F. E. REESOR Phones 73j and 73w fe. Wi way. vie PORT PERRY ~~ 1 Ue BLONG BLOCK, PORT PERRY : CHERRIES are here atthe lowest § + ! X 2. marketprice " = Large juicy oranges and lemons For those Hot Weather drinks # New potatoes, carrots, beets, cauliflower, cabbage w wax beans and green beans Special and prompt attention given to phone orders Phone 208, Port Perry . ARRAN Raa ati Rar aR RR RR Rar RRi Rs sii tins ' SERRE RARE RRR of Wo 0, '

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