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| Ei +H 3 i ¥ +---- Corrections re PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16th, 1943 CONGRATULATIONS Mr. H. H., Mulligan has received word that George has been promoted to Flying Officer. . George Stone received his "wings" last Thursday, together with a com: mission. He is slated as an instructor. Here's something to look forward to--the 1.O.D.E. are holding a New Year's Eve Dance, on December 31st in the High School Auditorium. Re- serve the date and we'll give you more news about it next week. A.C. Ted Leahy, R.C.A.F., who has been stationed at Mount Pleasant, P.E.L, has been transferred to Tren- ton, Ont, for further training. Miss Mildred Palmer spent a pleas- ant week-end in Toronto with friends and relatives. ' Mr. tor with relatives in Toronto. Mrs. Bennett has received a cable saying that her son Spr. Edward Ben- nett, R.C.E., had arrived safely over- S. Levinson was a Sunday visi- ne seas. Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Coyle and daughter Marie, of Toronto, were guests of the former's mother, Mrs. J. J. Coyle on Sunday. Pte. the Rev. W. R. Tristram, of the Veterans' Guard of Canada (A.F.), of Bowmanville, is spending a few days at his home here, L.A.C. Bill Leahy, Camp Borden, spent the with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Leahy. Miss Dorothy Balfour, visited Toronto during the past week-end. Mrs. Hugh Campbell visited her son Mr. Donald Campbell, at Deseronto, recently. Mr. Billy Taylor, of Poronls, was a week-end visitor with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. W. S. Taylor. Mrs. N. Wilkinson has réturned to her home after spending the past few weeks in Toronto with relatives and R.C.AF., of week-end L. in friends. . Sgt. Mabel Buttle, C.W.A.C, of Ste. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec, is spending a leave with her mother, Mrs. M. Stones. L.A.C. Harold Hayes, R.C.A.F., of St. Thomas, has returned to his duties after a short furlough spent with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Hayes. We are very pleased to welcome to Port Perry, Mrs. Robt. Gibson, of Scotland, wife of Spr. Robert Gibson, who is serving overseas with the Canadian Army. Mrs, Gibson is stay- ing with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Bentley. There was no Y. P. U. meeting on Tuesday night. The next meeting will be between Christmas and New -~ Years. Watch for further news about it. NOTICE The War Work Rooms will be open on Friday, Dec. 17th, and then will be closed for two weeks, re-opening on Friday, January 7th, 1944, IF BACKACHES are slowing you up, take RUMACAPS. Pains and aches are relieved after the first dose. Sold at A. M. Lawrence's drug store. Slendor Tablefs--harmless and ef- fective. 2 weeks' supply, $1.00; 12 weeks' $5.00. At Lawrence's Drug Store, Port Perry. IN MEMORIAM >> SMITH, Sarah, beloved wife of 'a ~--Jogiah Smith, who passed away Dee. ce 16th, 1942. Sadly missed by granddaugliter, Joy. husband and Omissions and Active Service. List OVERSEAS Flying Officer George Mulligan, R.CAF. Gnr. Isaac Taylor, R.C.A. Gnr. Arnold Goose, R.C.A. Gunner Keith Hope, R.C.A. Spr Edward Bennett, R.C.E, 1 NOT OVERSEAS" Pte; Sam Masters, R.C.A.S.C. Gnry Harry McMaster, R.C.A, Pte. Owen Reader | Pte. i Arthur! Nott Ac! Ogear Bradley, R.CAF, Driver Clarence Butson, C.A.S.C.T:C. Sec a Officer Malcolm Nasmith, . Merchant Marine | the home of Mr. Pilot Officer' ran io R, GA. F, Gr. Walter, A Weed ROA. i far itrimentat "number, Mrs. Sweet- | FREE Prone Parking OSHAWA 1011 A FAMOUS PLAYERS THEATRE Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday, December 16-20 "CLAUDIA" 8 tarring DOROTHY McGUIRE, ROBERT YOUNG INA CLAIRE REGINALD GARDINER, OLGA BACLANOYA Sereened from the famous stage, Kook, Radio, and Redbook Masterpieces. Tuesday-Wednesday, Dec. 21-22 Two outstanding features: "Dr. Gillespie's Criminal Case" with LJONEL BARRYMORE, Van JOHNSON, Donna REED, The Thrilling Case of the love-murderer. -- and -- Naval Intelligence Steps in-- they can't get away with "Murder on the Waterfront" starring WARREN DOUGLAS, Joan WINFIELD, Ruth FORD JOHN LODER. A Fine GIFT--very Attractive-- BOOK of THEATRE TICKETS. A gift to send to your sons and daughters in the Armed Forces that will be appreciated. Books mailed upon request. MARRIED SMITH--BLAIN WEDDING On Saturday, Decemuer 4th, 1943, the bride's home was the scene of a very pretty wedding when Catherine Jean, youngest_daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Blain, of Port Perry, was united in marriage to Ross Dean, son of Mr. V. Smith and the late Mrs. Smith, of Goodwood, Ont. The bride, who was given. in mar- riage by her father, wore a floor- floor-length veil and carried an arm bouquet of white and yellow mums. Mrs. John Greenwood, sister of -the bride, was matron of honour, and wore a floor-length gown of pale blue sheer and carried yellow mums, Mr. Edward Smith, brother of the groom, was groomsman, The ceremony was performed in an archway of white and pink streamers, the Rev, W. C. Smith officiating." For the wedding trip the bride chose a wine outfit. Amid many hearty eongratulatiods and good wishes the happy couple left for Toronto and points east. On their return--Mr--and=t Mrs, Smith will reside in Ottawa, Ont. PROSPECT SCHOOL CONCERT Prospect School will hold its Christ- mas concert and Dance on Wednesday, December 22nd, at 8 o'clock. --- tr OP GP -- CHRISTMAS TREE AT " MANCHESTER On Wednesday, Decembér 22nd, at 8 p.m. in the Town Hall; a play will be presented by the young people, én- titled--"Merry Molly Malone". There will also be a good program given by the scholars of the Sunday School, consisting of choruses, recita- tions, dialogues, drills, ete. Don't miss this unusually good program that is being prepared. The: date, Wednes- day, December 22nd, at. 8- [taking part; free; Adult dren 15c. ---- te 'SCUGOG (Continued from Front Page) bearers were three brothers, James, Fred and. Norman; and brother-in- law Ruzsell Hood, Orme Gerrow and Ray- mond Martin. The Head Community Club met at and Mrs, Stewart Sweetman of Port Perry. Rev, H, W, | Foley took charge 'of the devotional opening with two hymns and prayer. The president, Anson Gerrow conduct- ed the literary portion of the program. It 'was' decided that the Christmas concert, and Club meeting would be combinéd on the evening of Dee, 23, Miss Joyce Tetlow gave a reading, Bob Dowson and Bruce Hull gave a musical number, Tot Carter conduct- 'Led a contest, Mrs. W. C. Smith gave man conducted a contest. There was community singing, Mrs, McKenzie | length gown of white sheer and a| 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 T gave a recitation, Helen Sweetman conducted a contest and the meeting closed with God Save the King. Lunch was served and the gathering broke up after the sing of Blessed Be the Tie that Binds and Auld Lang Syne. Miss Florence Johnson, of Moose Jaw, spent a pleasant week-end with Mr, and Mrs. Luzerne Sweetman, Mrs. Rogers of Kingston, is visiting her brother, Mr. Thomas Redman and Mrs. Redman, . * Rev. H. W. and Mrs. Foley, and Mr. Fred Clark attended the funeral of Mr. Robert Ulark at Oshawa on Wed- nesday. ents Mr, and Mrs. J. Pearce on Mon- day. We are.sorry to learn that Mrs. Pearce is not able to be up and around but hope to hear of her biyvosement soon. Pte. Russell Fines who is now sta- tioned at Hamilton, spent the week- end with his parents. The new church is now, ready for the roof, and we hope the weather will moderate soon so this job can be completed. ~~ o> WOMAN'S-MISSIONARY SOCIETY i . Mrs. A. W. Brock presided at a special Christmas meeting of the W. M. Society on Tuesday afternoon in the United Church. Suitable Christ- mas hymns were sung and appropriate Scripture lesson was read by Mrs, H. H. Stone. Mrs. Geo. Jackson present- ed an article on "Christmas customs in other lands". Mrs, R. Harper read the origin of the music and words of the "Song from Heaven" (Silent night, Holy night), composed in 1818 in Austria. Mrs.-C. Smith gave a very impressive address on "The Little Town of Bethlehem". A slate of new officers was received. - A beautiful candle light worship service, led-by Mrs. Koch, closed a very delightful and enjoyable Christmas meeting. Re- freshments were served by the ex- ecutive. The new officers are: Past President--Mrs. Geo. Jackson President--Mrs, A. W. Brock Vice-President--Mrs, L. A. Koch Recording Sec'y--Mrs. H. C. Nasmith Corresponding Sec' y--Mrs. C. Jeffrey Treasurer--Mrs. F. E. Reesor | See. Christian - Stewardship--Mrs. G. Davey; Press See.--Mrs, G. Jackson; Supply .See.--Miss R; Woon; M., M. Se.--Mrs. N. Baird;' Com, Friendship Sec.--Mrs. J. Ploughman; Christian Citizenship Sec.--Mrs. I. G.. Hall; Pianist--Mrs. R. Hatper. | The in- stallation of officers will take place at the Sammy necting. "EPSOM Don't miss the Christmas tree here on Friday night, Dee. 17th, A good program is being prepared by the teacher and children. : The W. A. met in the basement last Thursday afternoon and served a hot supper to the men who had a wood bee the same-afternoon to cut the Church wood. t A large crowd of friends and neigh- bors gathered at the home of Mr, and Mrs. Jos. Wilson last Thursday even- ing and presented the newlyweds, Mr, , and Mrs. Elmer Wilson with a walnut writing desk, Many neighbors and friends gather- ed at the home of Mr, and Mrs, Earl Ballard last Friday evening and pre- sented LAC. Lloyd lark with a case in air force | blue. A Mr. and Mrs. W. Rogers 'visited relatives in Toronto on Sunday. "Mr, 'and Mrs, L. Snodden spent "one day last week, with, friends, in Black-. water, ¥ § Mrs. Robt. Tetlow visited her par- : zippered kit, also a zippered 'writing . Port Perry PICTURE SHOW Special Matinee Show Saturday, December 18, at 3.30 pam, PRESENTING Royal Mounted Patrol WITH ADDED ATTRACTIONS ADMISSION: 25c. and 15¢., plus Tax. SPECIAL Christmas Matinee PRESENTING Blondie's Blessed Event Saturday, December 25, at 2.30 p.m, Evening Performance at 7.00 and 9.00 ADMISSION: 25¢. and 15¢., plus Tax. Sorry to report Mrs. W, on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Wilson spent the week-end in Toronto, Mrs. P. Luke attended the fiftieth anniversary of Wick Church on Sun- day. She was also at the opening fifty years ago, Congratulations to Mr. and Mus, George Prentice of Port Perry, who celebrated their fifty-eighth wedding anniversary last Thursday. Miss B. Luke, Mrs. Cecil Morrison and son George called on Mrs. P. Luke on Sunday, also on relatives near Saintfield. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark called in the village on Sunday. Ackney aA ~ PROSPECT : Mr. "and Mrs. L. 'Smith were visit- ing with friends at Mount Zion on| Sunday. Mr, Ernest Martin of hatin is in the East spending the holiday season with his mother, Mrs. Frank Martin. Mr. John Bray received a cable on | Monday stating that his_sen Pte. S. Bray, had arrived in England safely. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lane of Oshawa, were recent visitors of Mrs, E. Holli- day. Mrs, Frank Martin and Messrs. Paul and Ernest Martin, motored to]. Camp Borden, on Saturday, to visit Sgt. Victor Martin, . The.-Women's Association met- at the home of 'Mrs. Dunham, December 8th, with a splendid attendance of members and visitors. At this meet- ing the clection of officers for the com- ing year was. held. resulting as fol- lows: .President, Miss Kathleen Or- chard; '1st Vice-President, Mrs. Wm. Steele; Secretary, Mrs. G. Smith; Treasurer, Mrs. G: Webster; Pianist, Mrs. B. Hill; Parsonage Commie, Mrs. Wm. Holtby, Mrs. --B.--Hill; Flower' Committee, Mrs. A. "Giloy, Mrs, E. Diamond, Mrs. F. Vernon; Visiting Committee, Mrs. Kilpatrick, Miss T. Spencer, Mrs. J. Bray. At the close of the meeting Mrs. served a lovely supper. $4.60. Farm Mechanics Course PORT PERRY HIGH SCHOOL AGRICULTURAL ROOM Friday & Saturday, Dec. 17-18 Afternoon and Evening--1.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7.30 pom to 10 p.m._: INSTRUCTORS--J. G. Watson, Uxbridge, Ontario Aubrey Hanshaw, Sunderland, Ontsriq Discussions.will be held on the following: Repair and adjustment of all farm machinery. - Labor Saving Devices. Rope Work. Co- -operative and Custom use of machinery. Plan to be in attendance both days. You will find the Course well worth the te, Hon, T. L. Kennedy, Minister of Agiieulture, FM. Campbell, Apia Representative 'ON THE SHORES OF SCUGOG: = This nicel bound and printed book should be in: the homes of all those who would be familiar with the early history of the Port Perry community. Well illustrated, Local Interest, $1. 50 A Pleasing Christmas Gift i Port Perry United Church SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26th. "MORNING-Songs by the Sunda Sofiool, and Christmas message by the {Sofiol, : Lawrence's Drug Store News You can Save with Safety at the REXALL STORE CIGARETS, Flat 50's TOBACCO, ¥ 1b. pkgs. 60¢c. to $1.25 Genuine RYEGATE PIPES, © $2.00 FRANK MEDICO PIPES, $1.47 BILLFOLDS, ..... 79¢.. to $2.25 SHEAFFER PENS, $6. 00 up SHEAFFER PENCILS, "$4.00 up bt BAGLE PEN and PENCIL SETS, $2.30 Last Minute Suggestions for Christmas Giving VELYETTA BATH SALTS, 3 1b. pkg, «un ..69¢. GIFT 8 T ATIONERY, 50¢. to $1.50 BOYS' and GIRL'S BOOKS, 50c. to 75¢. BRUSH, COMB and MIRROR SETS, .. $6.25 to $10,00 ASHES of ROSES POWDER and PERFUME, .......$1.50 HIND'S COLOGNES, .....98¢. PINAUD'S COLOGNES, ....85¢. ADRIENNE GIFT SETS, $2.00 up PHONE 49 i A. M. LAWRENCE 7he Rexall sue LEE EE EEE SEES SSRIS LI SRST RASA PORT PERRY : i H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H : He : : H : H H . hs H H H H : : H H H H H : H H H H H : H : H tH : § : : : : H : : + : + : : H H : : Ht : : : + : H : : : H : + : : : + i H : be ('The firm of Greer & Humphreys is dissolved) RUSSELL D. HUMPHREYS 244 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa. Phone 814 in. attendance at my Port Perry office oa Tueaday and Thursday afternoons of eack week or by appointment. Queen Street, Port Perry, Phone 94 ARTHUR W. 8. GREER | in attendance al my Port Perry office on Wedneaday morning, and Friday afternoon of each week, or by sppointment. Blong Block,: Port Perry, Phone 25 ea ---- Dunham Collection, ! BILTMORE THEATER, OSHAWA Friday and Saturday, DECEMBER 17-18 "ICE-CAPADES" JERRY COLONNA, PHIL SILYERS, VERA VAGUE, ICECAPADES CO. -- ADDED -- JESSE JAMES -AT BAY starring ROY ROGERS 'Monday and Tuesday DECEMBER 20-21 JOAN BENNEIT FRANCHOT TONE in "SHE KNEW ALL THE ANSWERS" ~-- ADDED -- RICHARD DIX JANE WYATT "BUCKSKIN FRONTIER" + with Max' Baer and: Victor Jory . Wednesday and Thursday DECEMBER 22.23. - MAUREEN O'HARA + HENRY FONDA in - "Immortal es Sergeant". se ADDED = ve 1 TT MY FRIEND FLICKA® with: RODDY M¢DOWALL CoNTINtobs 1.to 12 PM. T BROCK THEATRE Phone 618, WHITBY Healthfully Air Conditioned. Thursday, Friday and Saturday \ DECEMBER 16-17-18 Two shows at 7 and 9 p.m. Saturday Matinee at 1,30 p.m. "My Friend Flicka" INSTECHNICOLOR with Roddy McDOWALL, Preston FOSTER Rita JOHNSON. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Fe ---- DECEMBER 20-21-22 'Last Complete Show at 8.10 The Moon Is Down with SIR CEDRIC HARDWICKE, and HENRY TRAVERS.- Also An ADDED Attraction 13 p YOON 11] Dixie Dugan with JAMES ELLISON, CHARLOTTE GREENWOOD, -Charlie RUGGLES, 'Lois ANDREWS. Next Thursday, Friday, Saturdsy, DECEMBER 23-24-25 "Gentleman Jim" starring - Errol FLYNN, Alexis SMITH. "PRENTICE'S BEAUTY SALON ; _ with or without appointment, PERMANENT "WAVES $1.95 and up SHAMPOO and STYLED SETTING, "ONLY B06, ~~ Phone 223, Port. Perry : ARTHUR PRENTICE, Prop. No. | Bs C. CEDAR EVENING--A Dramatlo Cantata, "The Lost Star. ¥ PURTHBR PARTICULARS, Next WEEK 3