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A -- SA yy 98 a + / Sarit Cod id arbi SAMUEL FARMER, Editor and Publisher DUA 0 Such is the patriots boast, where'er we roam, Ris first, best country ever is at home.--Goldsmith. WE HAVE THE IDEALS: SHALL WE HAVE THE CASH? There are two proverbs that should never be forgotten, when speaking of social "security" -- "The best laid plans of men and mice gang aft agley". "Man proposes: God disposes". The aftermath of a war of spending and de- struction is naturally a desire for security; but the fact is, there is no such thing. This state- ment may be unpleasant reading; but life is changing and uncertain, a condition which de- velops good judgment, courage, and vision, with- out which our people must perish. The social security laws will not change Ger- man or Japanese character. War may come again. They will not stop storm, flood and fire.! They will not overcome laziness or bad management. They cannot be financed without the industry and enterprise of our people in developing our re- sources. They may even become a clog on the wheels of. progress. It is one thing (and a 'good thing) to tide a man over in times of ill fortune, It is quite another thing to teach him to look to the public treasury for support as a natural right rather than as a help in. times of emergency. Canada has been built by men and women of industry and adventure, Most of our-business men went through a period of "hard knocks" when a nickel was riches, when holidays were rare, and when an eight hour day was unknown, If they found Yiamnolvei in financial difficulties, they had to wiggle out as best they could. There was no such thing as "relief" except for the kind- liness of friends and neighbors. In fact to be on the "poor fund" was considered a disgrace. Of course, the argument is that this is no "poor fund" but a contributory insurance, and as such, it has much to recommend it. We all have periods 'when help is very acceptable; but contributory in- surance is better than any kind of dole, Underlying the whole modern idea of this kind of insurance is'the admission that labor has been insufficiently paid to meet the emergencies of life. There is also an admission that the state has re- sponsibilities to all its citizens, particularly Hhiose whose incomes are small. Unemployment insurance gives the best ex- ample of this fact.. Good employees are, in the main, kept employed and will not draw on the insurance fund. Employers gain no direct bene- fit from the scheme. The Government is fore- stalling the payment of "relief" to those whose capacity to serve industry acceptably is lacking, and who are most frequently out of a job. This does not apply to times of depression. "All social security is based upon co-operation, and the idea of obligdtion on the part of those who have to those who have not. ? The main idea that should be remembered is "that these helps can never take the place of in- trious character and good citizenship. It must also be remembered that all social insurance . plans must be financed by someone; and the more plans there are, the more cash will be required, 'and the more officials there will be to administer' the plans. There is another phase of State aid that will oh improve Canadian character. Gradually the spirit of neighborly kindliness is lessening. Per- sonal responsiblty for aiding others in times of need is being replaced by official procedure that is far from being spontaneous. Even now, it is difficult to obtain money for good causes unless it be done through the lucky number draw. * We shall lose much as a people if we lose the sympathetic human touch. * 0% GOOD SPORT--THE WAY UP Japan hag no underground--that is the key- note of the immediate future. Germany may "crack" and our physical war with her may end in a few months, or it may go on in increasing bitterness; but war with Japan is a different mat- ter which brings us face to face with this fact-- Life will be a challenge, both physical and spiritual. There can be no sagging down to lives of ease and mere pleasure, The word "hero" used to be a stimulant to our young folk; but it became outmoded -- almost a term of derision. It is taking and must take its rightful place again, and stir our manhood and womanhood to hardiness and sacrifice; not merely in the physical sense, but in the mental and spiritual, too. Every avenue of life is calling for stronger characters. Such characters can be built in many ways, one of the best of which will be on the field of good sport--the kind that recognizes good play wherever it is met--on the home side, or on the side of opponents. Years ago Sir A. C. McDonald told this story to the Ontario Educational Association. When he was appointed Commandant of King- ston Military College; he went to the rink to see how the men conducted their winter sports, It was the hockey season, and the picked teams were trotted out. The game was played with vociferous rooting and not much science. Inquiry elicited the information that there had been a "tryout" and these were the picked players. That system was changed entirely. Every pla- toon had its team, and all the men had the op- portunity to play--according to rules. It transpired that none of the men knew much about the rules of hockey. So a youngster from - Kingston who did know was installed as umpire, and his decisions were law. This system brought up the whole sport life of the men to a better level; and it gave training to the men who needed it most. In boxing, the same idea prevailed. Truly scientific methods were taught and encouraged. Cat calling was discouraged. The bouts became exhibitions of skill and endurance. That is the kind of thing that needs to be adopted and carried through in Canadian sport. It is not a matter of who shall win; but who can - play the best game, To find one-third of our young men unfit for military service is a serious matter; that, if nop "rectified, may lead to the downfall of democracy. Freedom is a great treasure, but it must be freedom to be and do our best as a people, Any philosophy of life that is based upon the claim we have the right to do as we d----d please, will lead to our downfall. Our men and women have the characteristics that can face the challenges of life when they are recognized, This generation is going to face greater challenges than ever--not merely physical, but mental and spiritual, too. We have the right kind of stuff in our people; but it must be developed in all of us, not merely in the chosen few. We have had too many rooters --not enough players. BRITAIN'S NEW, SPITFIRE GOES INTO ACTION, The Spitfire, most dea < fighter aircraft, has been improved and have been in action, manned by RAF. and Fighting French pilots. "Picture shows' R.A.F. Fighter Pilots pushing out one of their new, improved Spitfires, at an operational station. dy and most feared of Britain's PORT PERRY FAIR, September 2 and 4 The local store of the L. K. Liggett Company Limited, has been sold to a Toronto druggist, S. G. Smallman, and the stock, building and equipment were turned over to the new owner at the week-end. The deal had been in the offing for some weeks past it was understood. wife and family, were expected to ar- rive shortly and will live in one of the apartments over the store, The Liggett Company took over the business of the former Strong Drug Company about 1921, from Norman The new owner, with his |. PO RI PERRY STAR PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 1944 EDITORIAL Sidney Smallman takes over Storé from Liggett Company (Haileyburian) original building was destroyed in the of October 4th, 1922, but the company erected a temporary struc- ture and carried on until the present building was completed on the original site at the corner of Main street and Ferguson avenue. fire (Note--Mr, Smallman is the son of R. B. and Myps. Smallman of Port Perry, and started on his drugstore career with A. M. Lawrence, We join with his niany friends in wishing "Sidney" every success in his new Strong who is now in Toronto. The business.) The following letter son handed in his stri on July 2nd. July 17th. Dear Folks: A letter from you yesterday, and very welcome it was too. Friday I had a trip to London, an educational tour. We saw the tubes, the Tower, or part of it that is open now, St. Paul's, the Parliament Buildings and Westminster Abbey. We also walked along the Embankment and saw Cleo- patra's Needle. It was quite a busy day and we all really enjoyed it ~ I think the tubes impressed me as much- as anything. ~The Tower is not as large as-1 had pictured it, but it was very thrilling to look at those walls and recall my history, sort of depress- ing also. We saw the big hole in St. Paul's where the bomb came through. ,It made g mess, but can be fixed. We couldn't go inside the Parliament buildings, as" there was not enough time to make the necessary arrange- ments. The Abbey is lovely, I think. Oh, yes, we climbed up into the dome of St. Paul's, and tried the big whisp- ering gallery. We were all tired out by night, but it was a grand day, and quite a surprise to us. We had never heard of the tours. - I am waiting fo hear of the trip to A Letter from England was received by Mr. Wm. Kaufman from his son, Spr. Dawon Kaufman. Daw- Ia to go Active and arrived We thank Mr. and Mrs. Kaufman for permission to publish this letter old gang will be glad to see him. Hope Bert MacGregor and Dave Carnegie are around. Young "Fog" Jackson came over on the same boat, you wouldn't know him now, he has grown into such a nice chap. I'm surprised you hadn't got my cable by the time the last letter was written. Hope my letters don't take too long. I guess you are all busy with the garden now, hope you get enough rain this year. How ave "the biddies, and the pets? You should see the kittens we found. The army got three new recruits. © Went to chureh this morning to Farnborough Abbey. It's one of those old, old churches, run by monks. It was very impressive; those old men, with their shaven heads, can really chant the mass. A large Abbey like that away up a country lane, no direc- tions at all. I had quite a time to find it, but it was worth the hunt. Don't worry about me, I'm fine and getting along alright. Seeing lots of things I'd read about, and always wanted to see. So far no smokes, where did they all go? - All of you write often, it's so nice to get mail from home. I miss you all and- think of you a lot. ES Dawson. Port. I'd like to see and hear Dad, the Service Men TREATME NT Q~--If I am in receipt of a disability pension, for what treatment am I elig- ible if I become incapacitated? A.--Pensioners hospitalized for pen- sionable disabilities receive free treat- ment with allowances for themselves and dependents as a permanent right. ! Pensioners (and non-pensioners with meritorious service) may receive free treatment at any time without allow. ances, subject to qualification frdm medical and economic viewpoints, able treatment sioners ? allowances to pen- A a the rates laid down under P.C.91: generally at the 1009 pension DE , ess $30.00 per month. .Q --If I am not agpensioner, to what | treatment am I entitled? A.--Any veteran may receive treat- ment for a non-pensionable disability, provided that such treatment com- nicnces within one year of discharge. Q.--Are there any allowances in these cases of non:pensioners? A.--Allowances may be paid for twelve months, or a period equal to the period of service, whichever is the lesser, during the first eighteen monhts following discharge. There | are at the rate of $62.40 a month for a man and wife, and for a single man, out-patient, "$44.20 a month. For an in-patient, with no dependents or other obligations, the allowance: is $14.20 monthly. There is an allowance for children on approximately the same The Future for Fighters Answers to Questions about the Re- habilitation Programme for Q.--On what 'scale are the applic- and Women REG ULATIONS seale as paid by the Dependents' Al- lowance Board. Q.--If I am discharged as physical- ly incapacitated and require contin- | uous treatment from the time of my | discharge, what happens? A.--In these cases, there is free treatment with pay of rank and al- lowance of rank up to a ceiling of Lieutenant in the Army, Sub-Lieut. in fhe Nav® and Flying Officer (non- flying list) in the Air Force. physically fit? A.--The treatment is continued, but insofar as allowances are concerned, they may be continued only for a year, or. for the period of service, which ever is the lesser. Q.--What are the. facilities for treatment ? A. -- Departmental hospitals have been set up at a number of points across the Dominion, In addition, con- tracts have been entered into with hospitals' at a number of other cen- tres. Salaried personnel are main- tained at a number of these places. In places where there is no salaried per- sonnel, arrangements have been en- tered into with doctors and dentists practicing privately. Q.--If, as a result of the war, I require orthopaedie appliances for my pensionable disability, what happens? A.--These are supplied to.yon for life free of charge. In addition, pen- sion may be granted for extra wear and tear on clothing. "kindly offices of Mr. W. IH. Q.--Does this continue until IT am SABER) A) rel Si Tf Me Ti 5 Watch your label; Subscription expires. * '$1.50 per year in advance. it tells when 'your cents a single copy To the Home Folia Away from Home. As is always the case in times of great excitement such as we are now passing through, all places of amuse- ment are crowded. Here is a little | note of what is happening at Fred | Frayer's. [It is. written by one who knows the situation much better than | I do, for my dancing foot was never| trained to keep step with the rhythm of music. "Frayer's Edgewater Dance Pavilion] at Caesarea is gaining in popularity. In fact the crowds have been growing | steadily, so this year Fred enlarged the pavilion to between three and four times its former size. It has been built out towards the lake, with a raised platform on that end for the orchestra. Russ Creighton and his Variety Band supply the music. This makes several seasons for Russ{and his boys and their music is really good. They can give you a nice slow number or a real peppy one. Fred's eagle eye is always on the lookout and he will not allow any jitter-bug dancing or any smoking on the dance floor, which is a blessing, because these two things could turn out to be dangerous, particularly with the crowds which are frequenting the place. Talk about crowds! Frayer's Pa- vilion certainly gets them. Every Saturday night there are hundreds en- joying the dancing and music. And when I say hundreds, I'm not exagge- rating because there actually are, On Wednesday evenings an Oshawa or- chestra supplies the music. The grounds around are kept very nicely with a fair amount of parking space for cars and there is cven a cute wee bear cub in a cage, which attracts a lot of attention." At the present moment the local picture show is putting on popular films, and the crowds are growing larger that attend these weekly ex- hibitions. This condition will likely grow as gas grows more scarce, and tires wear thinner. However, there is still the attraction of spending an evening at -Whitby or Oshawa, or at some of the dances given in the vicinity. Movement is the keynote of the. young life of this community. A group of youngsters are going places in building up an amateur or- chestra. There's Ted Griffen, Wes Jackson, Bruce Gerrow, Bob Dowson, Letter to Those on Active Service Jack Whitmore and some of the other kids/ are gathering the instruments, land having a royal good time playing them, or-- trying to play them. Somebody suggested that the Lions , Club put on a Minstrel Show this Winter. Maybe they will. - * . I have just had an argument with a man as to who is to blame for the ' war, He was all for capitalistic system. backward and forward, we both came to the conclusion that the real blame rests upon the grab system. All the "capitalists" so called could be removed, one way or another, and the "under dog" could be put in his place; of grab, wars would continue to curse humanity. Human greed is to blame; and human greed is -not confined to any one class. The curse lies in the development of good citizenship--in education that shall teach decent living, self-reliance and service to humanity. blaming the " No doubt you are still Curious as to the whereabouts of some of your friends. 0.S. Jack MacGregor is in Ste Hyacinthe, Que.; 0.8. Keith Stewart in Toronto; A.C. Harold Bent- ley in Lachine, Que.; Capt. Alex. Woods, who has been in Calgary, is taking a special short course at Gen- eral Motors in Oshawa; Sgt. Charlie Brignall, who was overseas for almost three years and spent the past month on furlough at his home here, is now stationed at Petawawa. Sgt. John Orde, who has been in Hamilton for sometime, has been transferred to Barriefield Camp, near Kingston. -| Bryce Moase, George Parry and Ralph Burley are in Normandy with quite a few other Port Perry boys. The latest recruits in the services from-Port Perry are Phil. Orde, John JemMrey, and Ross Harrison, ~ [ guess I didn't tell you the Orde boys sailed their sloop "Spray" back from Orillia the other week. It looks good to see the boat on the lake again, but it isn't doing much sailing as both John and Phil are now in the services. Some fair-sized 'lunge are still be- ing pulled in from the lake and happy are those Asfiorren who are lucky. b) Yours truly, THE EDITOR. The Beaver ' Creek Bridge For sometinie past there has been, trouble owing to the flooding of the | Beaver creek bridge, on the fourteenth concession of Reach. At the present time it is closed to traffic, and what ean be done to relieveefhe situation®is difficult to decide. Reach Council decided that a survey should be made to discover the cause of the recurring floods. Through the Moore, M.P., the services of an engineer wer: gecured--Mr. Bruce of the Depart- ent of Public Works, Ottawa. His report has not been received ai time of writing. When it is, necessary action will be taken. Recent Bride Honoured with Shower On Tuesday evening, the ladies of the congregation of the Church of the Ascension, gathered at the Parish Holl to honour Mrs, Leonard McConkey (nee Marion Tinsley), a recent bride, with a miscellaneous shower. After all had arrived, including the guest of honour (and wasn't Marion surprised!), a contest was conducted. Mrs. Lewis and Mis. Boyer were the winners. The bride. was then escorted ! to the front and the gifts presented to her. After they had been opened and | admirdd, Marion thanked the ladies' fore their kindness and good wishes, "A dpinty lunch was served and a social hour enjoyed. | t : at work, PLAYWRIGHT Plays by Ray Darby are a frequent feature of CBC's "Summer Theatre", broadcasts - from ~.Winnipeg. His drama, "Homecoming", will be heard this week, on Sunday, August 6th at 9 pm. over the Trans-Canada Net- It's Ray, Darby's hand that is too, on: the. scripts of the dramatized series on juvenile delin- quency, "Crossroads of* Youth" heard on Tuesdays at 8.30 pom. EDT. Ration Covgons. which may be used Effective' Thursday August 3rd Butter--66 to 71 "Tea and Coffee-- E1 to E6 14 to 29; T30 to T87 Sugar--14 to 89 inclusive Canning Sugar--F1 to F10 Preseryes--DI1 to D26 work. 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