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Port Perry Star (1907-), 18 Mar 1943, p. 4

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---- Tapa a Yerg " be " - Ader as = a r € PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 18th, 1943 Gunner Fred Colbear- has been transferred from the 11th Army Tank Battalion to the 30th Battery, Artil: lery, and is now with his brother, Gunner Leonard Colbear. England _and Miss Toronto, spent the Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Gladys Nott, of week-end: with their parents, Mrs. W. F. Nott, Mr. Harry Brookes, of Weston, visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Brookes, during the week-end. A.C. Earl Jackson, R.C.A.F., was at his home over the week-end. Mr. Robert Jeffrey, of spent the past week with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Jeffrey. Dr. Beverley Smallman, of Winni- peg, enjoyed a short week-end visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Smallman. Mrs. J. Hopkins was in Blenheim last week attending the funeral of her brother. Miss Dorothy Balfour Toronto over the week-end. Toronto, visited in Gunner Arch. Anderson, R.C.A., has completed his course in Toronto and at present, is enjoying leave at his home here. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Cawker, of Peterborough, were Sunday guests of the former's father, Mr. W. Cawker. L.-Bdr. F. A. Baker, R.C.A, of Barriefield, was at home with his pa: rents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Baker, over the week-end. Mr. S. Farmer was a visitor to Toronto on Saturday. Pte. Guard of Canada, and-Pte. Fred Guy- ton were at their home here during the week-end. Quite a number from here attended the I¢ecapades in the Toronto Arena last "week. ) : Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Boyd and fa- mily and Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Boyd and son, of Dentonia Park, Toronto, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. S. Farmer, Pte. Gordon Carnegie is enjoying a furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mis. D. Carnegie. A.C. Harold Hayes, of Toronto, was a week-end visitor with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Hayes. Mr. David Nasmith, of Toronto}is spending a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Nasmith, Miss Thelma Crosier was at home with her parents over the week-end. Mrs. Earl Wallace returned on Monday, after visiting for a few days ~ with relatives in Detroit. Sgt. John Leahy, R.C.A.F. and Mrs. John Leahy, of Oshawa, were guests of the former's parents, Mr. and Murs. L. Leahy, over the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Cawker, of Toronto, visited relatives in Port Per- © ry on Saturday and Sunday. Miss Olive Wallace, of Sherbourne Club, Toronto; A.W. Enid Wallace, R.C.A.F., of Rockeliffe, and Miss - Anne Wallace,! of Oshawa, enjoyed a week-end visit with Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Wallace. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Channell and son, of Wellington, were guests of Mr. George Channell over the weck- end. [ Pilot Officer Bruce Beare, R.C.A. of Claresholm, Alta., is enjoying leave at his home here. L.A.C. Bill Aldred, of Pendleton, is spending some time with his mother, Mrs. N. P. Aldred. Pte. George Emmerson, C.D.C., of Mountain View, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, H. W. Emmerson, Additions and Cor- : rections re Those 3; On Active Service ys (Port Perry, Reach and Sengoq) Overseas A.C. Alan Aldred, R.CAAF, Gunner Fred Colbear, R.C.A, i In Canada Pte. Russell Fines, C.AT.B.C. ~ L.A.C. Earle Clark, R.C.AF. . Cpl. W. Byron Holtby, R.C.0.C. * Bgt. John Leahy, R.C.AF. A.C. Ivan Rogers, R.C.AF, rues OSHAWA [Ge A FAMOUS PLAYERS THEATRE ALL THIS WEEK Robert Taylor, Brian Donlevy, and Charles Laughton, in Stand By for 'Action Walter Brennan and Marilyn Maxwell. with Monday - Tuesday, March 22.23 Big Double Bill Don AMECHE, Joan BENNETT in "GIRL TROUBLE" It's a design for living-- As modern as love in a blackout, and on the same program, Slashing drama in a lonely Jighthouse-- "Seven Miles from Alcatraz" with JAMES CRAIG and BONITA GRANVILLE COMING! in living Technicolor, "SPRINGTIME IN THE ROCKIES" Bert Howard, of the Veterans]. A YISITOR OF NOTE Mr. Don Wright, Supervisor of Musie in London' Schools, and of the Summer "Schools in London, visited Port Perry High School on Wednes- day afternoon of this week. He had enjoyed the singing of our students upon their public appearances, and was anxious to visit the school.. eo IN MEMORIAM' RODMAN--In ever-loving memory of my dear mother, Mrs. Isaac Rod- man, who passed away March 1941. Her thoughts were all so full of us, She never could forget; And so we think that where she is, She must be watching yet. Watching till we come home to her, Anxious if we are late; Watching from Heaven's window, Leaning from Heaven's gate. Sadly missed and always remem- bered-by Lottie, Jim, Ivan, Enid and Mona Dusty. READE R--In ever-loving - memory of our dear Aunt Beckie, who passed away March 23rd, 1941. Her smiling way and pleasant face Are a pleasure to recall, She had a kindly word for each 21st, 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 BILL TAYLOR. Proprietor EYENING AUXILIARY W.M.S. The regular monthly meeting of the Evenipg Auxiliary was held in the Sunday School room of the church on Wednesday, March 10th, with the president, Mrs. S. N. Griffen, in the chair. After the business period," Miss G. Stovin's group took charge. of the devotional period. The theme of the Study period--DProviding = wholesome recreation for all, was very ably given by' Mrs. Geo. Hood. This programme gave us some fine ideas of what could be done in our community to pro- vide" wholesome recreation for our young people. We are reminded that the Annual meeting of Oshawa Presbyterial W. M. S. will be held ins Whitby United Church on" Thursday, March 25th, at 9.16. --_---- ro MR. J. A. CARROLL TO ADDRESS THE ONTARIO -COUNTY : SEED FAIR Mr. J. A. Carroll, Superintendent of the Agricultural and Horticultural So- 'cietics and Manager of the Interna- tional Plowing Match, will be the guest speaker at the Ontario County Seed Fair in the Port Perry High School, Friday, March 26th. It is the Fourth Annual Sced Fair in Ontario County and an excellent feature sponsored by the Crop Im- provement Association. At this par- ticular scason of the year farmers are looking for a supply of seed for the 1943 Crop.and there is no better meeting place for Seed Growers and farmers than at the Seed Fair. The prize list includes classes of Registered and Commercial Oats, Bar- ley, Wheat, and graded Clover, Al- falfa and Timothy .seeds. Potato . And died beloved by all, Some day we hope to meet her, Some day, we know not when, To clasp her hand in the better land, Never to part again. Sadly missed and always remem- bered by Lottie, Jim, Ivan, Enid and Mona Dusty. RODMAN--In loving memory of a dear mother, Matilda Ann Rodman, who passed away two years ago. When days are dark and friends are few, Dear Mother, how we think of you; Friends are friends if they are true, We lost our best friend when we lost you. Lovingly remembered by Reta and Stewart READER and RODMAN--In loving becca Reader and Mrs. Isaac Rodman, who passed away March 21st and March 23rd, 1941. God knew that they were suffering, That the hills were hard to climb, So He closed their weary eyelids And whispered "Peace be thine". Away in the beautiful hills of God, By the valley of rest'so fair, Some..time, some day We know not when; We will meet our loved ones there. Sadly missed by Mabel and Viola, MEDD--In loving. memory of our dear mother, Mary Jane (Jennie) Medd, who passed away March 23rd, 1933. Ray, Ola, and Dorothy, LAMB--In loving memory of Hi- ram J. Lamb, who passed away March 16th, 1042, at the home. of his niece, Mrs. Thos. 'Smith, Burketon, Time takes away the edge of grief, But memory turns back every leaf, Mabel and Tom. memory of our dear Aunts, Miss Re- ; growers will be exhibiting 3% bushel lots of certified varieties as well as good table stock potatoes. A Junior Farmer Seed Judging Competition will be held the morning of the Fair. The Junior Farmer Pub- lic Speaking Competition will be held in the afternoon. The Crop Improvement Association has promoted a series of experiments on a number of farms in Ontario County during the past few years to determine the most suitable varieties of Hybrid Corn,- Oats, Barley, Pota- toes and Pasture and Hay Mixtures. This work has proved valuable to growers in the district in determining varieties most adapted to their farms. Every farmer is invited to attend the Seed Fair sponsored by the Coun- ty Crop Improvement Association, Superior Store Red River Ccreal, large package 24¢ Kellogg's Corn Flakes, bler Free, 3 pks. 26¢ iy onarch Flour, 24 |b. bag 860 Neilson's Coooa, Ib. 200 Tea Bisk,. large pk. 330 White Beans, 6 Ibs. 250 Tillson's Rolled Oats, ~-per pkg. 17¢, Smart's Choice Punikin 2-28 oz. tins 260 Phone 152 Orders receiv Prompt Attention, - There will be an Irish program by | Grade IX chorus, Irish songs, trained #inh School Nutes Ad Optima By Irene Mulligan The pupils of Grades IX and X will present their literary program on Fri- day evening, March 26th. The fact that these two grades are ¢ach being represented on the same program pro- mises a very entertaining evenifig. Grade IX which will include the fol- lowing: address by Lorraine Smith, piano solo by Mercedes Waridel, a vocal solo by Helen Hayes, vocal duct by Merle Hunter and Celia Hope, by Mis. Rowe, Irish Jokes by Mac Christie and Roddy Foster, comedians, Irish records, dances by Beth Fralick, Audrey Ploughman, Lorraine Smith and Mercedes Waridel. Grade IX will also present a play entitled "The Kerry Poacher" which wil] include the following cast: Tom Hudson, a game- keeper, Grant McMillan; Ellen Hud- son, his wife, Doris Clark; Fred Bar- ley, a poacher, Bruce Hill. - Grade X will present a Quiz Program directed by Edna Gauld and supervised by Mr. Vernon, There will be an Irish read- ing by Hugh McMillan and an Indian Club Drill by Elsie Holmes." The an- nouncer for the evening will be Robt. Archer. The variety programs for Grades IX and X have been prepared by Mrs. Coulter, the play by Miss L. Spooner. There will be dancing after the program. An admission of 26c. for adults and 10c. for children will be charged. We hope you will plan to be present. Proceeds from our programs go 'to swell our contribu- tions to war work and charities. The winning junior girls' basketball team played the winning senior team on Thursday afternoon, March 11th. The senior team defeated the juniors with a score of 36-22. t,o ------ Plunkett Dinner Thursday, April 1st (and no fool- ing!) there. will be a four course Plunkett Dinner served in the United Church, Port Perry, at 6.30 p.m. under the auspices of the Woman's Associa- tion. Tickets 40c." Pictures in tech- nicolor will be shown following the dinner. OBITUARY MRS. ROBERT SPENCE There passed away at her home, 200 Donlands Avenue, on Tuesday, March 9th, 1943, Sarah A. Spence, beloved wife of Robert Spence and dear mother of Mrs. Hazel Spears, of Port Perry, Mrs. William Hall (Bes- sie), Mrs. M. Smith (Jessie), Nellie, Kaye, Thelma, Howard, Harry, in hey 76th year. Mrs. Spence is also survived by three sisters and one brother--Mrs. D. Overholt, of Sawdy, Alta.; Mrs. Wm. Mosure, New Westminster, B.C.; Mrs. A. D. Wheeler, Port Perry; and Mr. Jesse Ireland, Port Perry. Service was held at Simpson Ave. United Church, Rev. Dr. Lawson of- ficiating. Interment 'was made at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Deceased was the daughter-of the late Jesse Ireland, and was a former resident of Port Perry. ---- DEATH OF A FORMER PORT PERRY RESIDENT After a long and .painful iit borne with stoic fortitude, Sarah A wife of Robert Spence, passed awa on Tuesday, March 9. Her girlhood and early married life were spent in Port Perry, but the family moved to' Toronto some thirty years ago. She is survived by her husband and nine children, all of whom except one who is overseas, were present at the fun- eral The eldest son, Howard, served Walter nnd 4 ATER. BILTMORE Oshawa -- Phone 534 Thursday, Friday -and Saturday, MARCH 18-19-20 "Orchestra Wives" featuring GEORGE MONTGOMERY and ANN RUTHERFORD -- also -- Saga of Death Valley" with ROY ROGERS Monday, 'Tuesday and Wednesday, MARCH 22-23-24 "The Glass Key" ALAN LADD and VERONICA LAKE with -- also -- "Sing Your 'Worries Away" featuring BERT LAHR and PPATSY KELLY "Dutch Girl" quilt, the work of her skilful hands, was sold through her 'Bowling Club for the benefit of the Evening Telegram British War Vic- tims' Fund and retted over $100 for that patriotic and humanitarian cause. A profusion of lovely floral tributes testified to the esteem in which Mrs. Spence was held by a large circle of friends, Interment took place in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. A ESS- - --- 9D F ANGL ICAN MIDWEEK LENTEN SERIES A series of Lantern Lectures will be given by the Rector of the Church of the Ascension in the Parish Hall on Wednesday evenings of Lent at 8 p.m, The subjects will be as follows: March 18--The Story of the Prayer Book (Part I) March 24--The Story of the Prayer Book (Part II) : March 31--The Story of the Prayer Book (Part III) April 7--Canterbury Cathedral April 14--Westminster Abbey April 21--The Passion Play of Ober- ammergau. All are cordially invited to attend. After gargling with MI-31~ Antiseptic, your mouth tastes clean because it #s cléan. . MI-31 kills harmful germs "*quickly. It is economical be- "cause it is effective at half strength... itis not injurious at full strength. Like so many other Rexall Products, it son, Harry, is serving in the present War as a Sergeant with the R.C.A.F.; Jr, a sub-Lieutenant in the Royal Newfoundland. Mrs. Spence was a faithful member of Simpson Ave. United Church, whose tribute to her memory at the service on Friday, March 12th, basing his re- marks on the famous description of the good woman given in the last chapter 'of Proverbs--the woman who "looketh well to the ways of her household", and whose children "arise up and call her blessed". Besides her home and church activities, Mrs, Spence was interested in bowling and {other pastimes, and, until overtaken by illness, lived a busy and energetic life. Only last year, a beautiful i in the First Great War; the youngest | the eldest grandson, Robert Spence,! Canadian Navy, is now' on "duty in! | 87 47 minister, Dr. Lawson, paid a -warm - gives you more for your money. Shop at your Rexall Drug Store for Safety, Satisfaction and Economy. 3 When shop- ping, look for the familiar "red and blue Rexall oval 1601, 8ox. 4 ox as ANTISEPTIC A. M. LAWRENCE, "The Rexall Store' ' jPhene 49. Port Perry RE aaa Sy ling. Lawrence's Dr ORT TIA OBB UN OROBLR ETON OBRRORL ROBE ug Store News "You Can SAVE With Safety st Your REXALL STORE" VELVETTA Perfumes 69c. English Garden | Mi31 Antiseptic BATH SALTS Toiletries is Effective; AssortedOdours oo . Economical, and Face Powder 60c. » BIN 3 Pound Can | pg.i1 powder $1.10 | Convenient to use. & 30c, 60c (3 Sizes, 26¢c, 47¢, 87c Slik Shaving Cream per tube 25c¢. Briten To per tube 29¢ Lawrence's Skin Balm, 26¢, 39c¢. oth Paste PHONE 49 BUBB BBB BB NNR A. M. LAWRENCE V78e Rexall swe PORT PERRY EE EER NOW. We have a good gles on hand, and a ca delivery. F. E.. Reesor GS LE ERS SL. a i Prompt LOOK "AHEAD | ROOFING--If you aregoing to need SHINGLES this Season, place your order cedar shingles to arrive in a few days. INSULATION--The fuel situation promises to be worse next Winter. Insulation cuts down fuel consumption. We have a large stock of Rock Wool on hand for immediate REESOR'S FUEL & LUMBER rg SRR WHATEVER YOUR INSURANCE And the BEST MEATS the Market Affords, at Lowest Market Prices. stock of asphalt shin- r of British Columbia F. G. Reesor SE a | IN DAYS OF UNCERTAINTY | : RELIABLE Insurance i is essential i NEEDS MAY BE, Consult . HAROLD w. EMMERSON Phone 41 ; - Port Perry - I SANT SEILER TRY Service JEMISON'S ART. JEMISON . . THE HOME OF GOOD BAKING The Best Family Baking Service will be' maintained | x IE LT EE EL LEE EE ES ETE EE EE SERIE BESS ES BAKERY PROPRIETOR UNTTED CHURCH W. M. 8. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. was held on March 9th, at the home of Mrs. Arthur Brock who con- ducted the business part of the meet- The worship service was in charge of Mrs. J. Ploughman, who gave. a reading, "A Little Child Shall Lead Them." A paper on "Commun- ity Neighborliness", prepared by Mrs, Koch (who was unable to be pre- sent). was read by Mrs. Smith, and selections from the Study: Book, on the same subject were read by Mrs. Real. At the closé of the meeting, Mrs, Brock served # cup of tea, and a' social half hour was enjoyed by. all present. PO CARD OF THANKS - Mrs. Glenn Dunn wishes fo thank very sincerely all the friends and neighbours for their kindnesses during her recent bereavement, Butter coupon No. 2 in thé new ra- tion book becomes good for purchase Saturday, March 20 and No. 3 on March 27. The first three butter cou- pons in-the new books are all good until April 30th. Each coupon may be exchanged for one-half pound ofp butter, Tea, coffee and sugar coupons in your old Ration Book. become null and void in the hands of consumers after March 81, 1943, . DIED FORDER -- At 'Bowmanville Hos- pital on Wednesday, March 17, 1943, - George Forder, beloved husband of Alice Lawson Fraser, in his 66th year, Funeral service at his late residence Blackstock, on Friday, March 10th, at 2.30 p.m, Interment at Cadmus, SNELGROVE--ALt the home of his sister, Mrs Herschel Stone, Seagrave, Ont., on- Saturday, March 18th, Fred- erick A. Snelgrove, aged 78 years, 1 1

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