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PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, "AUGUST 12th, 1948 --- -- Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Bottrell age spending two weeks' holidays in To- ronto and Bowmanville. Miss Dorothy Balfour has returned from a pleasant holiday spent at Rest Point Lodge, in the Haliburton High- lands. Bdr. FA. "Bill" Baker, R.C.AL who has been stationed at Tracadie, N.B., is enjoying a furlough with his par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Bake, Mrs. Ed. Balfour and son Lloyd, are visiting in Toronto this week with Mrs. D. Lade and other relatives. Ys) SHA Miss Ruth Arnold is in charge of the local Donrinion Store while Mr. E. Bottrell is on vacition, vs ri na . The sympathy of the community is extended to Rev. W. C. Smith and Mrs. Smith, in the death of Rev. Mr. Smith's father. Z Soe, Mrs. Jack Starkey and son, Glenn, of Toronto, left on Tuesday to re- turn to their home after a pleasant visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Taylor. = Pte. Jimmy Taylor, R.C.AMC, o Orillia, was at home with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Taylor, over the week-end. Congratulations are extended to Allin Dowson, and his bride on their recent" marriage. Miss Marion Tinsley, of Toronto, is holidaying with her parents, Mr. ahd Mrs, John Tinsley. Mr. Gordon MacMaster has return- ed to Toronto, after spending the past week with his mother. Miss Joyce Tetlow has returned to Port Perry after spending the past month at home with her parents on Seugog Island. Miss Marian Murray, of Toronto, "was a guest at the home of Mr. and | Mrs. R. Baker during the week-end. Don't forget to attend the Y.P.U. picnic at Birdseye Center Park on Thursday night (lo- night). Supper at 7.30. Bring a spoon and a fork with you. There will be a small charge of twenty cents. Everyone is invited, so come along. a Stocks and Mrs. Stocks holiday in Toronto, While there, Rev. Mr. Stocks is con- ducting services at St. Stephens' Church. - Rev. Wm. are enjoying a Miss. Jean Scott, of the Institute Branch, Toronto, was at the Port Perry High School on Tuesday of this week giving a demonstration on home canning. Ten students attended the demonstration, Miss Hattie Hunter, of Manilla, ist visiting her friend, Mrs. Chas, Mills. Miss Olive Wallage, Toronto,sspent a few days last week with her parents Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Wallace. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Cawker, of To- ronto, spent the week-end in town with friends and relatives. Cpl. Enid Wallace, R.C.ALF., (W.D.) of Rockeliffe, is enjoying a two week's furlough with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. A; Wallace. Pte. Orr Graham, R.C.AM.C., of Toronto, is enjoying a furlough with his wife and family. Gi os | 3 ha Two more of our boys have joined by; : the Armed Forces -- Ralph Hansen, nh with the R.C.A.F., and Donald Shep- Yo 4 herd, with the R.C.A.M.C. oi : LAC. Bill Leahy, RCAF, of 57: i Pendleton, Ont., was at home with his J; (A parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leahy during the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cavanagh and 3 daughter, of Toronto, spent a few holi- MIE days with Mrs. J. J. Coyle. 0 i - _- Mrs. Paget, of Toronto, was a ve- £07 cent visitor with Mrs. John Paget. 2 78 Mrs.. R. Sonley and Mrs. L. Leahy er 49 attended the:Women's Institute meet- i 7, ing held at Mrs, C. Honey's at Honey- 7) 1 dale last Thursday and spent a very 10778 . pleasant afternoon. ry PEL CR £5 NEW TELEGRAPH SERVICE : at Port Perry A 1 5 Telegrams addressed to any point in 6 i : Canada can now be sent at the Port 4/ a Perry Canadian National Express © Office. 7s CABLE MONEY ORDERS 6 : to Great Britain and to members of the Canadian Armed Forces Over- 6 eas, also can be sent from this office. ' V. P. STOUFFER, Agent. FREE Phone Pens OSHAWA Too A FAMOUS PLAYERS THEATRE Friday, Saturday, ST 12-13-14 The Great Four Star, © Romantic Hit-- Alice FAYE, John PAYNE. Jack OAKIE, Lynn BARL Thursday, AUG Musical, HELLO, FRISCO, HELLO A dozen delightful songs of yesterday and tomorrow, with GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS. in glorious Technicolor and on the same program-- Sensational ADDED Attraction "TRAIN BUSTERS" "A Canada Carries on Series." Actual scenes taken from behind who are crippling Hitler's Lifeline, Tuesday, . Wednesday, AUGUST 16-18 "CABIN IN THE SKY" starring ETHEL WATERS, Eddie Rochester, Lena Horne, Sky-high Musical Sensation with Duke Ellington and his Orchestra. Monday, COMING, Thursday, Fri., Sat, August 19-20-21 Rosalind Russell, and I'red MacMurray, in | 'FLIGHT FOR FREEDOM! A AER Ei EE EE EE i | In a class by itself! "SALZO" iron tonic laxative, for mild, speedy, and eflicient relief." Sold at Lawrence's drug store, Port Perry. Mr. and Mis. M, J. Coyle and Marie, and Miss Pat Coyle, all of Toronto, were week-end visitors at the: home of Mrs. J. J. Coyle. We are sorry to.report that word has been received that Flying Officer Gordon (Spanky) Reneau, D.F.C,, has been reported missing after air opera- tions. Mr. and Mrs, Cox, of Bowmanville, Mr. William White, Mrs. Jennings and Miss Maude Jennings, of Oshawa, paid a brief visit to Mr. and Mrs, Farmer. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Frydie and Miss Rosemarie Fraser, of Rochessons N.Y. are guests of Mrs, J. KE. White, and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. S. White and family for the week. Pte. George White of Camp Borden, is visiting .his parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. S. White, on his furlough. © Mr. and Mrs, Ldaughter Lillian Ernie Norman "and of Toronto, were «| guests of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. S. White fpr the week-end. IE ; Miss Edith Bolton, R.N., of Kapus- kasing, is spending a few days with "Mr. and Mrs. George Holmes. We are very pleased to receive word of the promotion of John Leahy to the rank of Flight Sergeant. John has been transferred to Chatham, N.B. for further training. Congratulations John, and good luck! --------o-- IN MEMORIAM SYMES -- In loving memory of Marie Symes, who died August 17th, 1912, a dear mother and loyal wife. A wonderful mother, woman and aid; One who was better, God never made, A wonderful worker, so loyal and true, One in a million, that, Mother, was you. Just in your judgment, always right, Honest and liberdl, ever upright; Loved by your friends and' all you knew; wonderful Mother, was you. Sadly missed by Family. A that, Mother, I have lost my soul's companion, A life linked with my own, And day by day I miss her more, As I walk through life alone, Sadly. missed by husband. --_--; IN MEMORIAM . HANSEN---In loving_memory. of 'a dear husband and father, Ridolf E. Hansen, who passed away August 13; 1042, The evening stars shine on the grave, Of one we loved, but could not save. The call was sudden, the shock severe, To losé the one we loved so dear. "Tis sweet to know we'll meet again, Where troubles are no more, And that the one we loved so well, Has just gone on before, --Ever remembered by his wife NG and Children. the guns of these daring fighters |H 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 ~ : DIED SMITH--At his home, Woodville, Ont., on Sunday, August 8th, 1943, in his 77th year, A. Clarke Smith, be- loved husband of Elizabeth Magill, and dear father of Clifford, Ruth and Garfield. Interment was in Canning- ton Cemetery. WATSON--At- Wellesley Hospital, Toronto, on Sunday, August 8th, 1943, po Watson, beloved husband of the late Ann Vincent, in his 98th year. Interment in Caesar's Cemctery, on Tuesday, August--10th, Mr. Watson was late of Caesarea, Ont. tee Douglas Claus of Oshawa Killed in Accident at Brooklin Douglas Marshall Claus, 11-year- old son of Mr. and Mrs, Leo Sea- bourne Claus, 446 Simcoe St. South, was almost instantly killed at about 7.30 Monday night when a National Grocers truck, driven by Earl Gordon Carnochan of Port Perry, skidded and sideswiped a Golden Transport, driven by Scott Taylor, Apt. 6, 134 Kent St., Lindsay, on a curve at the northern limits of the Village of Brooklin. Neither of the vehicles upset. The Claus boy was riding with Bill Locke, 13-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William G. Locke, 17 Hall Street, in the "stake body" which was covered over by a tarpaulin. When the acci- dent occurred the left side of the Na- tional Grocers truck was torn off and Claus was tossed to the shoulder on the west side of the pavement. Locke had moved to the right side of the body and escaped with multiple cuts and bruises. He is resting in bed at his home today. Died Almost Instantly Dr. Stewart of Toronto, who was following the National Grocers truck, and Dr. John McKinney of Brooklin, gave medical attention. Dr, McKinney stated that Claus was dead when he arrived at the accident. He performed a postmortem at the Luke Funeral Home, which revealed that the boy had died of a fracture at the base of the skull and internal injuries, _ Myrtle Station Church service will be held on Sun- day evening at the usual hour 7.30. There was a good attendance at the regular monthly meeting of the W.A. on Thursday afternoon of last week when it was held at the home of Mrs. Masters. The president, Mrs, C. Har- rison was in charge throughout and Was assisted in the worship service by Mrs, R. Chisholm. A short business period followed, after which Miss D. Williams, of Toronto, a visitor, sang a very lovely number in her usual pleas- ing manner. Then a sing-song, led by Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Harrison, was heartily enjoyed by all. After the meeting was closed, raspberries and cream with accessories, were served at tables on the shady lawn, and a pleasant hourvas spent socially. - Mr. and Mrs: Eric McFarlane, Mr. and Mrs, Roland Hornby, Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Stredwick and Jackie, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Winter and Betty Joyce, Mrs. Mabel Winter. and Miss Irene Winter, all of Oshawa, were callers during the past week at the home of Harold and Mrs, Stredwick. Congratulations to Mr. 'and' Mrs. Carnochan on the recent arrival of their little son. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Nottingham are home again after a pleasant holi- day spent in Muskoka district. Mrs. E. Cook and Mrs. W. J. Cook were in Oshawa on Thursday evening of last week when they attended the miscellaneous shower given in honour of Miss Dolly Haley, whose marriage to Mrs. E. Cook's nephew, Harold Richards, took place on Wednesday of this week, Pte. Leonard McDermott, who, with his wife and baby, has been holiday- ing with Myrtle relatives, and who was in camp at Toronto, has been transferred to Camp Borden and left on Monday for his new station, Little Miss Marion Leask of Ux- bridge, is spending 'this week with her aunt, Mrs. Parrinder and Archie, Mrs. R, Long spent a pleasant after- noon on Friday with Mrs. W. Taylor and Mrs. Mary Cassidy of Ashburn. Mrs, George Williams and Miss Doreen Willidms of Toronto returned home on, Sunday evening after a hap- py and restful holiday spent with Mrs. Williams' parents and 'brother, Mr. and Mrs. Robt, Britton and Ross. Mrs. Tinton has received word that her husband Pte. Stanley Linton, has arrived pai ly oyerseas., Mrs. Frank Harrison spent the first part of the week with Toronto rela- tives, Mrs, Watson and Miss Myrtle Wat- son, of Stouffville, were recent visitors with My and Mrs, E. Redman and Mrs, Nattress, ' Mr. and Mrs. E. Pollard of Toronto, are holidaying at their summer home, the former William Parks property. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Downey, Linda and Virginia, have returned home to Toronto after a_happy holiday . spent with Myrtle and Brooklin relatives. Mr. George Chisholm" of Toronto | R. Chisholm, on Monday eyening. Misses Lojs and Doris Parker of their aunt, ence. Mp, and Mys, D. Duchemin and Mr. and, Mrs, /E. Masters wre Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. E,. Duchemin, at their cottage at Balsam Lake, Pte, Mildred Harrison of Niagara- on- the-Lake, spent the week-end with her parents, Clarence and Mrs. Harri- son, : Mr! William Eyers spent the week- end at his home in Hawkestone. returned with him after a pleasant week's visit with his brother Albert and Mrs, Eyers. AC1 Don MeIntyre, R.C.A.F.,, of Trenton, Mr. and' Mrs. Ray Britton, and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wilks, of Toronto, were week-end guests of Mr. Mii Haryison and Clar- made a brief call on his mother, Mrs. | Englehart, are visiting this week with|- Bob | PORT PERRY Picture Show PRESENTS The Tenth Chapter of "THE GREEN HORNET STRIKES AGAIN" TOWN HALL, Port Perry ©, At 7.00 and, 9.00 p.m,, on WED., AUG. 18th ALSO Bud Abbott & Lou Costello in PardonMySarong with Added Attractions Adults 25c. Children 18c. PLUS TAX Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gregg and My. wa, were guests on Civic Holiday of Mr, and Mrs.L. W. Mitchell. Mrs. E. M, Chisholm was a visitor n Toronto, on Tuesday of last week. Albert Timms has greatly added to the appearance of his house by having it sided With Insul-brick. Mr. and Mrs. Bennett of Toronto, who have bought the former Fowler property, were down over the week- end, Little Miss Gertrude Bennett is staying this week with Gladys Brad- ley. Mr. Fred Lyle is improving the ap- pearance of his house with a fresh coat of paint. Beverley and Barbara Parkhill of North Oshawa, spent the latter part of last week with their little friends Bud and Catharine Hamilton, --_---- > - o> -- i BORN DOWSON--=To Mr. and Mrs. Dave Dowson, at Port Perry Hospital, on Sunday, August 1st, 1943, a son, Arthur John, Poultry Conference A Poultry Conference is being held in the Peterboro Collegiate Auditorium 'on Wednesday, August 18th, for the Central Ontario Counties. This is one of the first regional poultry conferences that has been held in a number of years. An excellent program has been arranged. Among the speakers will be Dr. F, N. Marcel- lus, 0.A.C., Guelph; Dr. W.R. Graham, Prof. EB. S. Snyder, 0. A: Cj N.. S. Schultz; E. B. Bonyman, Chief Market and Mrs. Robt. Britton. Poultry Inspector; W. A. Brown, Geo. and Mrs. Charles Armstrong of Osha-| { Lawrences Drug Store News 3 You can Save with Safety at the REXALL STORE SUNBURN AND SKIN © TOILETRIES =. CREAMS and COSMETICS TANGEL .......50¢c. and $1.25 | | 1'ONGLEX NAIL POLISH 19% UNGUENTINE .50e. English Garden Perfume nT a 30¢. and 60¢. NOXZEMA, ......17¢c., 39¢., 59¢c. , ° H 14 %e ¢ ° Woodbury's Face Creams LAWRENCE'S Co 25¢. and 49¢, SKIN BALM .....25¢. and" 39c. Adiiomne Pérfume, .....30c., 60c, ITALIAN BALM . .35¢. | | Woodbury's Soap ...4 cakes 24c. FRENCH BALM ....29¢c. and 49c. No Hoz Leg Paint .... ..63¢. Sew __wat HAROLD W. ' Phone 41 [ne eo Robertson, A. F, Curran and Dr. C. H. Weaver, all of the Dominion Depart- ment of Agriculture, Ottawa. All farmers interested in the poul- try industry are invited to attend this conference, See advt. on back page. po Telegram Received at Star Office of . Interest to Cream- ery Owners RE COLLECTION OF CREAM At urgent request of creamery oper- ators effective date of new zoning order is advanced from August 16th to around 1st of October to permit com- pleting arrangements for system. . * GORDON FARR, Field Represechtative, W.T.P. &T, B. fa AUCTION SALE THURSDAY, AUGUST 26th--Sale of Stock, Implements and Furniture, the property of Jos. Garbutt, at his premises at Brooklin, "Ont. Sale at 1pm, See Bills, Ted Jackson, Auctioneer - a5 Picture shows the Great North African Convoy en route for Gibraltar. <i Lo. Picture shows a British Crusader tank, formidable combination of speed, armour and firing power played a dynamic role in the 8th Army victory. ting a six-pound \ gun, in the Tunisian battle area. A. M. ns PHONE 49 72 Rexall swe ETS A I TS tT Ee i a IN DAYS OF UNCERTAINTY RELIABLE Insurance is essential WHATEVER YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS MAY BE, Consult TS THI NER TN IEE ITE 'PORT PERRY EMMERSON Port Perry - Women in the Armed Forces Re-. ceive Increase in Pay 'The Canadian Women's Army Corps have been given a substantial increase in pay. Everyone from lieutenant-' colonel to private .share in the raise.. Similar increases were granted the Women's Services of the Navy and the Air Force. Basic pay will now be 80 per cent of that paid men in the Armed Forces, instead of the former 66% per cent. And the girls, eligible for trades pay, will be paid at the same rates as their male comrades in arms. Pre- viously they were paid twa thirds of .| male trades pay rates. Under the new wage scale, a pri- vate's (C.W.A.C.) pay may be in- creased to $1.10 a day after four month's efficient service, and to $1.20 a day after six month's efficient ser- vice. : Dependents of members of the C. W.A.C,, as well as those of the Wrens and the Women's Division of the Air Force, other than husbands and chil- dren, are now eligible for dependents' allowances at the same rates and under the same conditions as apply to dependent$ of men. Thus a dependent parent or other close relative may re- ceive an allowance up to $26 a month. Increases" in basic pay and trades pay are retroactive to July 1, 1948, BILTMORE THEATRE COOLED FOR COMFORT _ Thursday, Friday .and Saturday ALAN LADD and HELEN WALKER in "Lucky Jordan" 2nd Hit -- GENE AUTRY and SMILEY BURNETTE, in Call of the Canyon Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, _ ROSALIND RUSSELL, DON AMECHE, VAN HEFLIN, in Ll -- 2nd Hit -- i THE MARX BROS. / Groucho--Chico--Harpo in "GO WEST" with JOHN CARROLL This ATTEND OUR MATINEES po . \ "Feminine Touchl | \ 4