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Port Perry Star (1907-), 11 Nov 1943, p. 4

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AS) . Port Perry Mr. and Mrs, Peters and Edith spent the ol Be with rela- tives in Claremont, Mrs. Peters rg- maining for a week's visit, Mrs. Tena Milne, of Toronto, was the guest of Mrs. Ethel Hall over the week-end. . We are glad to hear that Mr. Chas, Whimsett is slowly improving from his recent illness, Dr. R. B. Harris, of Copper CIiff, has-been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Harris this week. The W. A. of the Church of the As- cension met on Tuesday afternoon at the iome of Mrs. Russell Sonley. Mrs. W. S. Taylor visited in To- ronto for a couple of days last week. You are invited to attend an open meeting of the Y.P.U. on Tuesday evening, at which time Miss Margaret Stuart will speak on the "Customs of India." Capt. W. T. Harris, Mrs. Harris, and daughter, moved to Ottawa, on Monday of this week. Mr. and Mrs, Leonard Stainton and little Linda of Tyrone, were Sunday guests of her parents Mr. and Mrs. C. Mills. _ Sgt. Wm. Woollard of the R.C.AF. Trenton, visited for a few. days last week with his son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mes, Orval Druean, Mrs. Wm. Brydon, Jr., and daughter Wendy, of Toronto, spent the past week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Archer. ) We extend congratulations to Mr, and Mrs. Oscar Bradley on the birth of a daughter, on Saturday, November 6th, 1943, at the Port Perry Hospital. Gunner Bryce Moase, R.C.A, of London, Ont.; spent the week-end with his parends, Mr. and Mrs. Morley Moase. Mr. and Mrs. Wotley, of Toronto, {.and Mrs. Robt. Pringle, of Weatogue, Conn,, were recent guests with Rev. William and Mrs. Stocks. Miss Phyllis Anderson has com- pleted her course at Mother Craft, in Toronto, and is spending a few holi- days with her Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Anderson. Miss Ruth Thompson of Toronto, Miss Lucas, of Toronto, and Mr. H. Brookes, of Weston, were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Brookes. Mr. Ray Woods, of TI, has taken the position on the Port Perry Cream- ery staff recently vacated by Mr. Ralph Hansen. A.C. Harold Bentley, R.C.A.F,, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Bentley. Mrs. Douglas Lade, of Toronto, was the week-end guest of her parents, Mr. and 'Mrs. Ed. Balfour. The congregation of the Baptist Church have moved to their new meet- ing place, next door to the White Kitchen Restaurant. Mr. Bill Taylor, of Toronto, visited over the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Taylor. Fligt-Lieut James Kerr, R.C.A.F., and Mrs. Kerr, of Toronto, were week- end visitors at the home of the latter's parents, Mr, and Mrs. H.-H, Stone. Pte. Arthur Colbear, of Toronto, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Colbear, Spr. Ronald Cliff, R.C.E.,-of Camp Borden, visited over the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Cliff. Bdr. A. Snowdon, R.C.A., ef To- ronto, was a week-end visitor at his home here. The Venture Restaurant has again s opened for. business after a two week's holiday. Mr. Robert Sinipsoi; of "Chaplens, has returned to Port Perry for awhile, Pilot Officer Hugh Nasmith, R.C. AF, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. H. C. Nasmith. CORRECTION by We would like to, make a correction of an item that appeared in last week's paper--Master Jimmy Hood is staying with Mrs, Tristram, not with Mrs. Christy. IF BACKACHES are slowing you up, take RUMACAPS. Pains and aches are relieved after the first dose, Sold at Lawrence's Drug Store. JUNIOR WAR WORKERS The Junior War Workers will meet in the Post Office Room on Tuesday, November 16th, + r---- PPO 1 med D.D. GM. VISITS FIDELITY LODGE, AF, & AM, : On Tuesday evening, R. W. Bro. W. R. Baxter, of Colborne, D.D.G.M. of Ontario: District; paid his visit of : inspection to Fidelity Lodge. He was accompanied by the District Secretary and District Cl plain, W..Bro. A. J. Dance. Visitors Were also present from Oshawa. The First Degree was 'put on. After the lodge meeting lunch 8 ved in the e batiquet room." (FZ FREE Pi Parking EGent 1011 A FAMOUS PLAYERS THEATRE Thursday, Friday and Saturday, NOVEMBER 11-12-13 S "DuBARRY WAS. A LADY" starring Red SKELTON, Lucille BALL, Gene KELLY, Tommy Dorsey and his Band. Crowds of Stars. Whirls of Girls. Showers of Songs, in Glorious Technicolor. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, NOVEMBER 15-18, "HEAVEN CAN WAIT" Gene Tierney, Don Ameche, Charles Coburn, Marjorie Main, Laird Cregar, Spring Byington, in Technicolor, ~~ It's the spiciest fun--this side of Paradise. A peek through the keyhole--At those Naughty, Nifty Nineties. ~ COMING! Friday and Saturday, © "SPITFIRE" starring LESLIE HOWARD, and DAVID NIVEN -- lt A eh ar DS 1. 0. D. E. The November meeting of Scugog Chapter 1.0.D.E., was well attended. Encouraging reports were received. A message 'from Lieut.-Com. J. A. Booth of the adopted minesweeper, H.M.S.B.Y.M.S. "1565" suggested books and personal letters for the crew of 31, as being the most accept- able gifts from the Chapter. Fifty- six Christmas boxes had been sent to boys overseas, and sixty-seven ditty bags sent to the Navy League. Three new members were received into the Chapter. Mrs." W. J. McCoy of Toronto, Provincial Echoes secre- tary, as guest speaker, brought in- teresting notes on several branches of the Order's work. She pleaded -for Empire Study by individuals so that each may be informed in order to appreciate and help in matters that affect the peace following victory. The Orders new War Memorial will probably be on similar lines to that of World War No. 1--Scholarships and Bursaries, the latter for deserving sons and daughters of war veterans, Camp Libraries and Polish Relief are special I.O.D.E. charges from the Government, The uffering Poles are in desperate need clothing and other help. Mrs. with the thrilling poem written in 1737 and translated from the Latin, Gray's "Luna Habitabilis"-- The time will come when thou wilt lift thine eyes To watch a long-drawn battle in the skies, While aged. peasants, too amazed for words, Stare at the flying fleets of wondrous birds. England, so long mistress of the sea sovereignty, Her ancient triumphs yet on high shall bear And reign, the. sovereign of the con- quered air, ENGAGEMENTS Mrs, George A. Hall, Port Perry, wishes to announce -the engagement of her younger daughter, Betty. Edith Jean, to Mr. Harold Ross Hallett, younger son of Mr, and Mrs, Richard Hallett, Sonya, The wedding to take place November 20th. Mr. and Mrs. Gardner White, of Pickering, Ontario, wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kathleen Grace, to Mr, Robert Ewart Walken, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Walker, Post Perry, Ont, 'Bhe marriage to take place on November 27th, at 4 p.m, at Audley United Church, EUCHRE and QUILT DRAW . Under the auspices 'of the Junior War Workers, November 17th, at the Dddfellows' Hall, at 8 p.m. Tickets, ¢ : IN MEMORIAM 2 In loving memory of a loving' friend, Dick Heod, who passed away, Nov. 16th, 1939, Ever remembered by "A Friend", McCoy closed hi message|. Where winds and waves confess her |" Eyes Examined Glasses complete, or lenses only, supplied where necessary, at reasonable prices,-- I. R. BENTLEY'S OPTOMETRIST Taylor's Auto Electric PORT PERRY GENERATORS - STARTERS FIELD COILS REPAIRED and EXCHANGED BILL TAYLOR. Proprietor IN MEMORIAM HOOD--In loving memory of a dear son and brother Dick, who was killed on Nov. 16th, 1939, + Beautiful memories are all I have left, Of him I loved -dearly and shall never forget; His loving smile and happy face, A broken link I can never replace. - Sad was the parting, no one can tell, So sudden on earth the sorrow fell; Memories I treasure, no one can steal, Death leaves a heartache nothing can heal, Mother. HOOD-- You are not forgotten brother, Nor ever will you be; As long as life and memory lasts, We will remember thee. Kathleen, Georgeen and HaroM (overseas). Outstanding [Attraction Friday, Nov. 19th IN THE TOWN HALL, PORT PERRY Dickson-Kenwin World Famous Character Actor, and Entertainer, in : GLIMPSES of LIFE at 8.16 p.m. Do Not Miss It Admission 36c¢. Sponsored by the Young People's Union, Port Perry. PORT PERRY Picture Show ? PRESENTS Men of Texas with Robt. Stack, Brod Crawford At 7.00 and 9.00 p.m. on Wed., NOV. 17th TOWN HALL, Port Perry Also COMEDY Saturday, Nov. 13 Chester Morris, Rochelle Hudson Meef Boston Blackie 7.00 and 9.00 p.m, Adults 25c¢. Children 18c. PLUS TAX Plane Lands (The weather on Monday morhing left much to be desired. Around 11 o'clock the hum of an aeroplane was heard flying fairly low and had most of the townspeople out to watch it. By noon the story was around that #iigh School Notes "Ad Optima By Wesley Jackson Last week it was decided that the rugby championship would be decided by a best 2 out of 3 series. The. first game was won by E. Nicholl's team with a score of 65-0. In the second game L. McCullough's team won a victory over Nicholls team by a score of 16-11. The final game promises to be full of excitement. 4 Remember the first Literary pro- gram of the season on the evening of November 26th. Two plays, "Black- out" and "Sister Sue" will be present- ed by Grades XII and XIII, ' There will be a small admission charge, BOOK REVIEW TURNING LEAVES by Ellen Proctor (Submitted by Marie Armstrong) illen Proctor's "Turning Leaves is the 1942 winner of the Dodd, Mead Redbouk ten thousand dollar Fiction prize, - This award just begins to give her book the praise it deserves, . It is the story of the members of James Livingstone's family, one which had seen better days, but still domi- nated the life in a small town in Minnesota. The two most outstanding of the lawyer's household are blond and beautiful Julia who had but one aim in life, to have the money and luxuries her father had been unable to provide for her, and dark-haired sensitive Gabrielle who was willing to make any sacrifice to fulfil her am- bition to become an opera. singer, just north of Port Perry in a field opposite Coulter's Farm, The reason being the: clouds were so low that if the pilot kept at the proper altitude, he was lest and if he flew below the clouds, it was too low so he was obliged to make a forced.landing. Owing to the damp weather, the ground was too soft to permit of a take-off for a couple of days, so the children, and grown-ups too, had a training plane. 2 BORN BRIGHT -- Mr. and Mrs. Grant Bright, Seagrave (nee Sina Irwin) are happy to announce the arrival of a daughter in Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, Ont., on Friday, November bth, 1943. CARD OF THANKS The relatives of the late Miss Min- nie Dyer wish to express to her many friends and neighbors their grateful appreciation: for their many acts of kindness during her illness, and at the time of her death, FOR SALE 21 Pigs, 8 weeks old; also a Guern- sey cow, due to freshen in March. Apply to E. Mackin, :Saintfield. Phone Port Perry 114 r 12, . BILTMORE THEATRE OSHAWA . Port Perry Girl Christens Ship Miss Alice Parry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Parry, of Port Perry, officially sponsored H.M.S. "Seabear" and christened her with a. bottle of champagne,. broken as. she. started down the way. Alice is 18 years old and was attending school 'when she decided that awcs, torches, welding rods and masks offered the carcer that suited her best, The sponsor of the ship, Miss Parry, was chosen in the usual shipyard way drawing lots to decide which "shop" should have the honour and selecting by second draw the name of the "shop" employee who should perform the ceremony. The chosen sponsor chose her own lady in waiting and maid of honour, 9 Young People's Union There was no meeting of the Y.P.U. this week owing to the W.M.S. ban- quet. However, meetings will resume next week on Tuesday evening at which time Reta Wilson and Jack Whitmore will be in charge. Miss Margaret Stuart will be the guest speaker and will speak on "India". Every person of the Community is invited to be pre- sent to hear this interesting address. Wednesday and Thursday NOVEMBER 10 and 11 MR. SMITH GOES TO * WASHINGTON starring JEAN ARTHUR and JAMES STEWART 2nd Feature -- "RHYTHM PARADE" with TED FIO RITO and Orchestra. Friday and Saturday, November 12-13 PANAMA HATTIE starring RED SKELTON, ANN SOTHERN and "RAGS" RAGLAND -- 2nd Feature -- SHERIFF OF ale TOMBSTONE with ROY ROGERS Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, NOVEMBER 15-16-17 "THE GREAT WALTZ" with Glorious Strauss & Viennese Waites ~ 2nd Feature -- PRESTON FOSTER in THE WESTLAND OASE i a plane from Dunnville had landed; grand time examining a Harvard The complete story, although based only on the adventures of the seven Livingstone's, is far from dull, It is gay and true-to-life. To read Miss Proctor's book is ac- tually to share the joys and sorrows of this "happy-go-lucky" and modern family. SCUGOG The new order of services for last Sunday was quite a success and it will be the same for next Sunday. Indian Church at 10 a.m, United at 11 and the Head at 2.30 p.m. All were glad to have Rev. F. G. Joblin of Bowmanville, with us at both services last Sunday who led in prayer. Rev. Mr. Foley's sermon was well worth going through the rain to hear, Mr. John Milner celebrated his 82nd | birthday on Tuesday, November 2nd, by having his whole family and their families af his home. He also invited Rev. Mr. Joblin and Rev. Mr, Foley to be with them. A number of the children were christened by Rev. Mr. Joblin, A tasty lunch was served. Mr, 'Fred Crozier accompanied his son and his wife, Mr, and Mrs, Donald Crozier to Toronto on Thurday, and is now visiting with friends. Mrs, Angus MacMillan is spending this weck at Halifax with her hus- band. : Pte. Russell Fines of Petewawa, spent the yweek-end with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. E, Fines. i A.C.1 Ralph Laing and Mrs. Laing spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R, Hood. Mrs. Roy Hope and little Ronald are spending this week with her sister-in- law Mrs. Harold Mills at Enniskillen Miss Margaret Bratley is spending this week with her cousin Mrs. L. _| Stainton at Tyrone. Showers are the order of the day for Scugog folks. There was one held at the Township Hall on: Wednesday evening for Mr. and Mrs. Owen Read- er, who. were recently married: The address was read by Mr. Ralph Milner, and many:lovely gifts were presented to Owen ahd Ora who thanked their friends for the kind remembrances. Mr, and Mrs, Wilson, of Oshaiva, spent a pleasant week-end with Mr. and Mrs. R. Carter. -- : Mrs, J. L. Sweetman and daughter Allene . were . guests of their cousins, Mr. and Mss. Elmer Sweetman on Sunday.' Quite a number attended Mt. Ab, Wallace's sale on Thursday. Mrs. D. Hope had a pleasant visit with her friend Mrs, A. Wallass, in Port Perry, recently. The foxes are very Jnsy around here, It is hoped the old-time hunters get back on the job and kill a lot of them. Birthday greetings to na Lewis for November 12th, Mrs, ohn, Pearce, Mrs. E, Sweetman, Mrs, B. Snelgrove, Miss Dorothy Fines, William Harris, Jr, and Jimmie Burnett for the 16th, Mr. C. Hardy and Elizabeth Harris for the 16th and Mrs, Roy Hope for the 18th. Mr, and Mrs. Elmer Gibson 'and family Marilyn and Keith, of Saint- field, were Sunday guests of Mr, and Mrs. Robt. Reader, x -| Treasurer -- Mr. Reesor, Port Perry You can Save with Safety at the REXALL STORE SHEAFFER FOUNTAIN PENS and PENCILS - Our quota for the balance of 1943 has just arrived. 1f you'need a good Pen or Pencil, now is the time to make your selection, while the stoc Fountain Pens at $6.00, $7.00, $10.26, and $12.00. to match, at $4. 00 and $4. 7. lasts. Pencils (Tax included). PHONE 49 PPPS eee ett etree eres ee eee eee estes te retest letieseTaTartes PORT ii ANGLICAN SERVICES CHANGE TINE Commencing November 14th, Sun- day services of the Church of the As- cension will be held in the evenings for the next six months with the ex- ception of the first Sunday of the month when Holy Communion is cele- brated at 11 a.m. The Local O.R.E.C. Last Wednesday evening in the United Church, Port Perry, a group of Sunday School iets Polo and workers assembled to hear Rev. E. R. McLean, secretary of the Ontario Re- Fligious: Education Council speak on the Sunday School situation. Mr. Mec- Lean led a timely modern discussion in his usual capable manner. He stressed the futility of late arrival at classes on the part of Sunday School teachers and the need of associating themselves with the lives of their scholars by visitation and mid-week activities. The Rev. J. A. MacMillan conducted the worship service. The following local executive of the O.R.E.C. for Reach, Port Perry and Scugog was elected, President--Mr, Cyrus Switzer, St. John's Church; Vice-President -- Mr. Diamond, Prospect Church; Secretary- United Church. Advisory Council-- Mrs, Toms, Bethel S.S.; Mr, Crozier, Scugog Centre, Men are in danger of loging their guardian vision 'of . Sunday School work. There is a direct relationship between 'the support given a Sunday School management and the spiritual life of a community, This meeting was-an- attempt to "hold the line. Community projects suggested by the: O.R.E.C. are: (a) A -Local Train- ing: Sthool; (b): Religious Education in the township schools; (ec) a re- ligious census. The interdenominational committee seeks community prayerful I coopers. tion, 'a Pragya DIED" Station, Ont., on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 1943, James Beacock, beloved husband of Annie Hughes, in his 83rd year. BEACOCK---At Myrtle Station, on, Saturday, November 6th, 1943, Annie Hughes, beloved wife 'of "the late James Beasacl, (in her 81st year, LT. YI OTE HE LT. H JF. DAVISON: MARRIED . st. Paul's (Valley) Church: 'was 'the scene of 'a weddirig of "wide {ntérest at'3.45 o'clock, 'on 'Yetobet 12th, 1943, BEACOCK--At hiss home, Myrtle A. M. LAWRENCE exalls Swe, PORT PERRY &» Saint John, and Lieut. Henry Francis Davison, R.C.A., son of Mrs, Archi. bald F. Davison and the late Mr, Davi son, Bridgewater; N.S. The church was decdrated with gladioli in the fall colors and maple leaves, and Unien Jacks were 'Placed at the foot of the altar, The bride was met at the west door of the church by the vested choir which .preceded her to the chancel singing the wedding - hymn "The Voice That 'Breathed O'er Eden." During the signing of the register the | choir sang "0 Perfect Love" and the organ recessional, played by Prof, C. P. Hall, was Mendelssohn's Wedding March. - Given in marriage by her brother- in-law, Frank L. Miller, the*bride was wearing a uniform of the Canadian Women's Army Corps and carried a prayer book. wore a two-piece black weol dress with llama trim, a small georgette model felt hat with felt trim and veil. Her corsage was of Talisman roses, Mrs. Davison, mother "of the Bridegroom, was wearing a black ensemble and moleskin jacket, and a small black hat trimmed with upright bows on the crown, Her torsage was American Beauty roses, Note--Older residents of Port Perry will remember the days when the Fen- tons resided here. NOTICE TO CREDITORS SN In the Estate of Frank Heatlie, late of the Village of Seagrave, in the - "County of Ontario, Carpenter. All persons having claims against the Estate of tl dy above named who died on September 23rd, 1943, are hereby notified to send: to the under- "|signed on or before November 21st, 1943, full particulars of their claims. Immediately after November 21st, 1943, the assets of the deceased will be distributed among the parties en- claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice. 'Dated at Port Perry, this 21st day of October, 1943, HARRIS, HARRIS & WALLACE, Port Perry, Ont., Solicitors for the above Estate, FOR SALE < Standing Hardwood, in any size lots, Two winters to remove. Apply to W. J.' Donnelly, R.R.4, Port Perry, Phone 164 r 12, novis AUCTION SALES "SATURDAY, 'NOVEMBER 20th-- Auction Sale of Farm' Stock, Imple- ments, etci, the property of DD. P. Lot 10, Con. 9, East Whitby, half mile east of Raglan. 'Sale at 1,00 pm. See Bills, . THURSDAY, NOV, 25th --Auation Sale of Farm Stock, ete., the property when the rector, Rey. A. F. Bate, unjted. in [arsla os iLiegt. Phyllis Joye Fenton, © WW. Ad of 'Mrs. and, the 'late W. I, Fenton, Cartwright Tp, At the same time the ; farm 'will 'be offered for sale subject 5:youngest daughter |g a reserve bid, Sale at 1 pa. ; TED Jagr Austioneet No. 1. Brera ' ~ B.CCDAR | oo fh 'No. 3,.5xxxxx Place Your Order Early as Supply Is Limited No. 2...xxxxx 3 Phone 240w LAKE scucoc: LUMBER & COAL co, ¥ y LIMITED of .D..J, McTaggart, at lot 6, con, 1, . Mrs. Fenton, mother of the bride, titled thereto, having regard only to . . Ktyhul, on the Charles Luke farm, oT

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