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ry "PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 14th, 1943 CONGRATULATIONS We extend heartiest congratulations to Mr. A. W. Allin, who, celebrated his 85th birthday on Sunday, January 10. We aye pleased to report that Mr. A. W: Allin is much improved in health and has returned home from Myrtle. Wb The Venerable William Simpson, Archdeacon of Peterborough, had charge of the service at the Church of the Ascension (Anglican) on Sunday evening. He delivered a very inspir- ing address, basing his remarks on "And a star shall guide them." Word has been received of the safe arrival overseas of Sigym Frank Densham, R.C.C.S. He has met his brother, Sgt. Fred Densham, and they spent a happy time together. Pte. Douglas Gerrow, R.C.O.C., of Brantford, spent the week-end with relatives and friends. A.C. Harold Hayes, R.C.AF., To- ronto, was_the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Hayes, over the week- end. Pte. Joan Hayden, C.W.A.C,, of To- ronto, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Hayden. We are very pleased to report that Rev. William Stocks has recovered from his illness and will be taking the service next Sunday evening, Pte. Ed. Bennett, of Brantford, was a visitor at his home here over the week-end. Ma: Farry Brinkman was a visitor at his home over the week-end L.A.C. William Beare, R.C.A.F. of Clinton, visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Beare, over Sunday. Don't forget the Euchre Party on Friday night of this week in the Odd- fellows' Hall, sponsored by the Junior War Workers. Mr. George Channell leaves the end of this week for Guelph to take 'a few weeks' special course in. making a different type of cheese. However, we hope to see him back for a few days in between classes, Good luck, George! --_-- ee HAS HIS SPARKS The many friends of L.A.C. William T. Beare will-be glad to know he re- ceived his "Sparks" recently when he graduated as a Radio Technician from the R.A.F. School at Clinton, Ont. Bill was among the few who were recommended for an additional eignt week's course. * ~ ---- woo JUNIOR WAR WORKERS The regular meeting of the Junior War Workers will be held at the Armouries on Tuesday, January 19th. Council Meeting (Continued from Froit Page) tion; but it was pointed out that cer- tain emergencies are likely to arise; and - that certain financial reserves would be required then. This it was shown will be particularly true when our soldier boys return home, . Due praise was given to those re- sponsible for the sound financing of the past few years. _ And a special word of appreciation was given to the. road construction program of recent years for which Mr. Archer was large- ly responsible. This is not an apology for the edi- torial. We still maintain that the room for improvement cxists here as "elsewhere; and dhe years. just ahead will likely reveal that fact more clear- ly. We shall be happily situated if we are in a financial condition to maintain the present very good stand- ing of Port Perry, and to meet such emergencies as they arise, At the Council meeting the follow- ing appointments mere made and com- mittees formed: : Roy O'Neill, member of the Board of Health. . Wm. Cook, Weed Inspector, H, G. Hutcheson, Tax Collector, Land to prepare Tax Rolls. , 4 Miss E. Harr{s, member of the Library *. - Board, . Wm.. Cook, Sanitary Inspector. Wm. Cook, Corn Borer Inspector, Committees-- Finance and Assessment--DLetcher and Gerrow. Amt Hydro and Water--Holtby "and Me. Millan Streets and Sidewalks -- Brooks and Holtby. Public Welfare---~McMillan, Letcher. Property and Parks--Gerrow, Brooks. Board of Education--Mr, wi E. Mac- + Gregor. Rogen) REE OSHAWA fro Parking A FAMOUS PLAYERS THEATRE NOW PLAYING-- Walt Disney's Latest "BAMBI" in Multiplane Technicolor SECOND FEATURE-- . * JAMES ELLISON, in "Army Surgeon" with Jane Wyatt COMING MONDAY FOR 2 DAYS 7ZASU PIrTs MARJORIE MAIN in " " TISH with Aline McMahon SECOND HIT-- Lupe Velez and Leon Errol in Mexican Spitfire' s oon Wednesday-- ROONEY, in MICKEY A YANK AT ETON | IN MEMORIAM In memory of Mrs. Daniel Boe. Sleep on, deap.sgood nother, it- has been one long year Since you left our hearts filled with - sadness and tears; Yours was a heart that.was blithe- 'some and gay, Scattering sunshine all along the way; You know how we loved you, and yes, love you yet Though God took you from 'us we cannot forget. Ever remembered by Family. Co ---- Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the Port Perry United Church Sunday School Board of Management was held on Monday evening, January 11th, under the chairmanship of the Minister, Rev. W. C. Smith, when the following of- ficers mere elected: Supt.--R. B. Smallman Asst. Supt.--Owen CIiff Primary Supt.--Mrs, Z. M. Jackson. See.-Treas.--Gordon Reesor Eyes Examined Glasses complete, or lenses only, supplied where necessary, at reasonable prices,-- I. R. BENTLEY'S OPTOMETRIST ~ Taylor's The Eating House - of Quality and Service Ice Cream Soft Drinks Cigars "Tobaccos Cigarettes ie 7 BILL TAYLOR. Proprietor Additions and Cor- rections re Those On Active Service (Port Perry, Reach and Scugog) Overseas Sgnm. Frank Densham, R.C.C.S. Signm. Edward Cooney, R.C.C.S. In Canada Douglas Gerrow; K.C.0.C. R.C.Ay Pte. Gunner Keith Hope, High Schon! Note Ad Optima By Irene Mulligan ~ On Monday afternoon, January 4th, a team of school boys had the oppor- tunity of playing a fine game of basketball with a team of town boys. The town team was represented by the Army and Air Force as there were several boys from the services home on New Year's leave. The town boys proved the winners in the match. Do not, however, draw the false conclu- sion that the school boys stood by and let the town boys deliberately defeat them, because that is far from being the case. The school boys themselves showed some splendid playing. It was uncertain which team would be the winners until near the very end, was a keenly contesfed game with Asst. Sec.-Treas.--Robt. Dowson, Pianist--Murs. W. C. Smith. substantial balance in the treasury after all accounts were paid. The Sunday School is very fortunate in having a very fine group of teach- ers, who give of their time and ability throughout the year. There are one or two openings for teachers and-some assistant teachers. Voluntary work- ers will be welcomed. -- eo AERA Young People's Union The Young People's Union held its regular meeting on Tuesday evening Missionary Committee and Rose Arm- strong, assistant convener, in charge. The meeting opened with the In- vocation by the President, Margaret Day, followed by a hymn and prayer' by Dorothy Tristram, The Seripturé' passage was read by Bernice Jemison' Armstrong. Helen Hayes sang a solo, * Task" and Maric Armstrong read a story entitled, "The Good Samaritan of the Sea," A hymn was sung and then a Round Table Discussion was held on 'Social Conditions and how the church can play an important part in Those taking part were: Clare Glass, Irene Mulligan, Bruce Hull, Wesley. Jackson, Jack Cawker, Emmerson Me- Millan, Jack Whitmore, Bob Williams. | Kay Day then favoured with a piano, selection and Dorothy Tristram gave' a reading, "The Culprit." Fhe minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted; the roll was called. and offering takén. Wesley Jackson was appointed as assistant pianist. A hymn was sung and the Mlzpah benediction repeated. A few games were played and the meeting closed with the singing of God Save the King. Excellent reports were presented by! both Secretary and Treasurer, and a' the final score being 28-26, The second literary program for the school year is now being prepared by Grade XI under their form teacher, Miss L. Spooner. They plan to give vou a full evening's entertainment on Friday evening, January 29th. Plan 'to he present. AN OLD PENCIL By Bernice Jemison You would not think anything ex- citing could happen to me, would you? Why I'm just an old pencil. One day I had an experience, which, although it may scem like a taivial incident to you, nearly destroyed me entirely. with Dorothy Tristram, convener of | and did no 'My { paws. moulding the lives of young people.' The little boy tp whom I belonged (dropped me on the floor in his home bother to pick me up. !' My mastér had a small puppy who was very playful as all puppies #¥e. i Now I like little dogs in their place (but, when they start picking on me as something to play with, I'm not so fond of them. The pup, whose name was Rex, saw me lying on the and Meditation was given by Rose floor and came over and looked at me. He began to push me around with his I did not mind that abuse as he wasn't hurting me very much but, when he picked me up and held me be- tween his teeth, I was frightened. His teeth were were sharp and they were digging into my body. He began td chew me and broke my lead and chewed off" the rubber cap. My at- tractive coat of blue paint was almost worn off and there were tooth marks all over me. Then Rex thought he would like to throw me up in the air." He did this several times, Each time I "dropped, he picked me up again, 'He -was having a great deal of fun but I certainly was not. My body was paining. TI felt sick all over, When he became tired of this, he began to bite and chew me again, At last I knew if he put his teeth into me again, I would break in two and would be useless, Just as he was going to, take me in his mouth again, my iit came and picked me up, He by C.P.R. wanted to do his homework, It} His homework saved my life! Although I am not as attractive as I used to be before this terrifying experience, my master can still write with me and now, whenever he drops me, he al- ways picks me up. Tl Pp BOY SCOUTS The competition last week resulted in a tie. The Reindeer and the Squir- with 17 points cach. * The Owl patrol came next with 8 points and then came thie Buffalo Patrol with 2 points. The total marks are: 1. Squirrel Patrol 2. Owl Patrol 3. Buffalo Patrol . 4. Reindeer Patrol .. Registration cards were distributed at the last meeting. People gic salvage notify Oodll Cliff or F." Vernon. Rubber,- rags, paper N grease, are asked for, Have you any? Mectings next week as usual. The Scouts will meet at 8 p.m. and the Cubs at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 15th. ....230% pts. 2063 pts: ..198 pts. SLENDOR TABLETS -- Harmless and effective. Two weeks supply, $1. at Lawrence's-Drug Store, Port Perry. Fy . Reach Council The first meeting of Reach Council was héld on Monday with all mem- bers present, Reeve Harding presid- ing. . In the road report it was shown that the total expenditures for 1942 were £8320.91, upon which the Provincial Government pays a subsidy. One of the timely movements was the purchase of an additional snow plow. This will increase the power to keep the roads clear in winter. There was very little but routine business, passing accounts, ete. WNo new appointments were made. oo -------- -- IN MEMORIAM PLATTEN--In loving memory of a dear wife" and mother, Platten, who passed away January 16, 1942. In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly, tender, fond and true; There is not a day, dear mother, That we do not think of you Always remembered by Husband and Family. "BAIRD -- In loving memory of mother who passed to her heavenly home, January 10th, '1939. Remembrance is a golden chain Death tries to break but all in vain; To have, to love, and then to part, Is the greatest sorrow of one's heart. The years may wipe out many things, But they wipe out never-- The memory of those happy days When we were all together. Still remembered by Joe and Luella. . Myrtle Station A larger number than usual attend- ed church service on Sunday evening. Rev. G. D. Gault read his Scripture lesson from the fifth chapter of Ro- mans and chose the latter part of the eighth verse for his text: "While we were yet sinners, Christ died for ps." The sermon was deeply mira, n preparation for the Sacrantent of the Lord's Supper which was administered at the close. Miss Mildred Harrison was a visitor in Toronto on Wednesday of last week. Jack Kirkham, C.P.R. section fore- man, had extra men helping last week to remove the snow after the storm on Monday. Mrs. Gardiner of Ashburn is_spend- ing the winter months with Miss L. O'Boyle. The anthracite coal which has been on. order for months and unavailable until now has arrived. Elwood Masters the genial manager of the elevator has three men helping him to fill and transport the coal ordérs to local ¢uss tomers. Between the coal and the regular. work of the elevator, Mr, Masters is busier now than at any time since he took chaige some seven years ago, Congratulations to Fred and Mrs. Stephens on the birth of a baby boy in Oshawa hospital on Thursday last. For several days past, Gordon Fish- er of Ashburn has had men helping "to unload a car of oats which arrived rel Patrols were tied for the pennant|* Emma Ida BILTMORE Theatre - Oshawa CONTINUOUS DAILY FRIDAY and SATURDAY FRED ASTAIRE and PAULETTE gobDaRD | in "SECOND CHORUS" "with ARTIE SHAW AND ORCHESTRA -- SECOND FEATURE -- ROY ROGERS 'in "THE ARIZONA KID" with GEORGE "Gabby" HAYES MON., TUES., WED. RED SKELTON and ELEANOR POWERS in "SHIP AHOY" -- SECOND FEATURE -- George Sanders, Wendy Barrie in "THE SAINT IN PALM SPRINTS" BILTMORE Hogg & Lytle, of Port Perry, have been unloading a car of wheat which also arrived by C.P.R. a few days warchouse. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cook of Port Perry and Mr. and 'Mrs, Fred Beadle, Harvey and Shirley, of Ashburn were Sunday visitors with Ww. J. and Mrs. Cook. Owing to the sudden illness on Sat- urday of Mr. J. E. Beacock, his 'daughter, Mrs. Roy Spencer of Perth, arrived on Saturday evening and is staying with her parents: Pte. Stanley, ... ton, in training = Brampton, spent the week-end with Mrs. Linton. ; Letters of thanks have been received from the following boys for Christmas boxes sent to them by the Myrtle unit of the Red Cross: A. Wright, K. Cook, W. Appleton and W. Timmons, Mrs. Millgate of Oshawa, visited with her aunt, Mrs. Thursday evening. at the home of Jas. and Mrs. Cooper, Clarence. and Mrs. Harrison were visitors in the Motor City on Tuesday. -- > "~ BIBLE SOCIETY The local branch of the Bible So- "| ciety acknowledges with thanks col- lections in Port Perry to the amount of $96.41, - This is an advance on previous years, HE i COALED UNDER BUT SAVED IN TIME Dave Brown, Bowmanville, narrow- he was "coaled" under at the C.N.R. freight 'sheds around 11 o'clock Mon- 4xy morning of last week. Climbing on top of a hopper car he attempted to jolt the frozen coal with a rowbar. Stubborn "at first, the coal suddenly gave way, the crust .| broke under his feet and he was suck- ed into the coal: as it went down through the shute in the bottom of the car. It happened so quickly that he felt the coal around his neck be- fore..hé managed to scream, --Bowmanville Statesman NS Ss 0S BRT NOTICE On Monday evening, January 26th, the Y.P.U. are holding a tobogganing and ski-ing party, if the weather is favorable. If not, there will be a skating party at the rink. Further details next week, so be sure to watch Sid them, Stores Port Perry, Ont. G. McKee, Proprietor McCormick's SODAS, 1 1b, bag 15¢. Aylmer SOUP, 10%; oz. tins, 2 for 19¢. No Ca, tastes like, coffee, 1 Ib. 25¢. Club House €QCOA.... 1 Ib, tin 25c, Table Pride, CHEESE, ¥; 1b pkg. 19¢. Catelli's MACARONI, ready cut, pkg. 12¢. Marsh Seedless. GRAPEFRUIT, 6 for 25c. Royal York TOMATOES, 28 oz. fing 2 for 25¢. Phone 152 Orders receive Prompt Attention, \ ago and have taken it by truck to their T. Carey, on|g Mr, and Mrs, Earl Beadle and Mur- ray, of Ashburn were Sunday visitors |§ ly missed death by suffocation when £8 Superior] EEE Lawrence's Drug Store News "You Can SAVE With Safety at Your REXALL STORE" Reliable Medecines To Treat Your Livestock KING'S CONDITION POWDERS rt 1 1b. pkg. 25¢. 5 1b. pkg. $1.00 _ DARLEY'S TONIC WORM POWDERS FOR' HOGS 1. 1h. pkg. 25c. 5 1b. pkg. $1.00 A. M. LAWRENCE PHONE 49 172 Rexall, swe: ' PORT PERRY [BO BS WN OBO BBB EERE Esme REX ihe WHEAT GERM OIL "10 oz. $3.00 20 oz. $5a 0 oz. $8.00 x SERGEANTS DOG REMEDIES Skip Flea Powder Skip Flea Soap .. ..25¢, QOD OD -f THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE Port Perry, Reach and Scugog Agricultural Society will be held at the Agricultural Rao of the Port Perry High School; on ~ Monday, Jan. 18th, 1943, at 8 p.m. BUSINESS-- Presentation of the Annual Report, and Election of Officers. You are Invited to be Present if you are interested - in the work of the Agricultural Society. Every Director and Associate Director is requested to be present FRED CHRISTIE, Pres. R. D. WOON, Sec': p-- BE RR RR anise LOOK AHEAD Do that inside i repair job NOW, while materials are available. GYPROC, the gypsum wallboard, : -- OR -- DONNACONA, insulating wallboard, Phone 73w 'REESOR'S FUEL & LUMBER F. e gor Reesor Will meet your requirements. '] : 3 ox E. Reos0s BS a RC CNRS Eee See Se ole IEA | IN DAYS OF UNCERTAINEY RELIABLE Insurance is essential WHATEVER YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS MAY BE, Consult - HAROLD W. EMMERSON Phone 41 Port Perry Bt Le ee Ba i> Li [onde 282282320023 003 141 Prompt Service And the BEST MEATS the Market Affords, at Lowest Market Prices. so CAWKER BROS, Family Butchers SISSIES LLIISELLIIIELLEILLLLLLLLLILLLLLLLILLLLILLELIALLL BIHISSEIEELILLLEIAISSSIISALLESLILLLN JEMISON'S BAKERY THE HOME OF "GOOD BAKING" The Best F willy Baking Service will be maintained :