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2 t nn 3 The ~ Robt. Johnston. number of candidates to fill the meeting was held, Mr. H. G. A ry J EME oD cyl the a Subscription expires. . - . Watch your label; it tells whem your $1.50 per year in advance. 5 cents a single copy N Wye -- ~ ha ~~ Ring out, wild bells, to the wild sky, The flying cloud, the frosty light; The year is dying in the night; Ring out, wild bells, and let him die. Ring out the old, ring in the new, * Ring happy bells across the snow; The year is going, let him go; Ring out the false, ring in the true. Ring out old shapes of foul disease, Ring out the narrowing lust of gold; Ring out the thousand wars of old; - Ring in the thousand years of peace. Ring out the grief that saps the mind, For those that here we see no more; Ring out the feud of rich and poor, Ring in redress to all mankind. Ring out a slowly dying cause; And ancient forms of party strife; Ring in the nobler forms of life; With sweeter manners, purer laws. 'HURSDAY, DECEMBER 28th, 1914 2 -SAMUEL FARMER, -, Editor and Publisher Ring out the want, the care, the sin, The faithless coldness of the times; Ring out,ring out my mournfulrhymes But ring the fuller minstrel in. Ring out false pride in place and blood, The civic slander, and the spite; "Ring in the love of truth and light; Ring in the common love of good. Ring in the valiant man and free, ~The larger heart, the kindlier hand; Ring out the darkness of the land; Ring in the Christ that is to be. SW -- iwPORT PERRY NOMINATION 'MEETING There were thirty-one rate- payers who attended the Nomi- nation Meeting last Friday even- ing, aside from the civic officials. The following were nominated for the various offices: . For Reeve--W. M. Letcher, S. Griffen, Cecil Beare, A. L. Mc- Dermott, J. E. Jackson. For Councillors -- H. Brooks, Grant Gerrow, W. G. Chapman, Geo. McMillan, E. G. Michell, A. L. McDermott, R. W. Frise, J. E. Jackson, Gordon Reesor, H. R. Archer, Wilbur G. Chapman, << For School Trustees--Mrs. M. Orde, Arthur Jemison, Stanley Ploughman, George Holmes, C. C. Jeffrey. At 9 p.m. on Saturday, the fol- lowing persons had qualified. For Reeve~--W. M. Letcher. For Councillors-- Grant Ger- row, Herb. Brooks, W. G. Chap- man, E. G. Michell. Cn For School Trustees--MrsiM. Orde, Stanley Ploughman, Geo. Holmes. J There being just the sufficient various offices, there will be no election. : ; ' THE PUBLIC MEETIN 'At the conclusion of the hour devoted to nominating, the public Hutcheson being elected Chair- man. He first called the Coun- cil of 1944 to the platform and Reeve Letcher was asked to give an account of the year's busi- ness.. Mr. Letcher divided his report into two parts. : In his first statement he dealt with general County and Town affairs. Two main items occupied the attention of the County Council. They were, the appoint- ment of a County Assessor, and the probable need of enlarging unty Home, ~ La ~The term "County Assessor" s perhaps somewhat misleading. : _+..--basis of assessment, and to act as 4 '~~ an equalization officer. ¥ + present time, there is no stand- At the duties of this official (when appointed) will be to set up a ard basis of assessment. This fact leads to confusion, and often results in injustice as to County taxation. The County Assessor, will in fact become manager and instructor of assessors in the six- teen municipalities of the Coun- ty. The appointment will likely be made this coming year. In the matter of the County Home, the difficulty has arisen from the large increase in oc- cupants, which has almost doubled during the past few years. In addition to this fact, the building has been considered un- safe as a fire hazard. Several extensive alterations have been made to improve these conditions but it is still thought that the Home will have to be enlarged, unless conditions change as to the number of inmates. ~The condition- of Port Petry tax collection shows the general prosperity of our people. The amount of uncollected taxes is the smallest in many years-- $4000 all told. $ Debentures which were $90,000 in 1931, have been reduced to $40,000. Some $200 or more is saved to the Village these days by paying the County rate in ad- vance. Port Perry population is growing, being 1276 at present. There 'is need 'of more houses, but at to-day's prices and to- day's rents, it does not pay to build. Mr. Letcher said he had congidered freedom from taxa- tion, in whole, or in part, for a given period, as an inducement to builders. Mr. McMillan, reporting for Hydro and Water, said that the Hydro system was in good shape, and a new Engineer has been en- gaged to begin his duties the first trol of the street lights has been promised. The present clock system of control has become defective, and is being changed. Referring to the water pro- blem, Mr. McMillan said that the Engineer engaged to make a sur- vey favored what is known as the artesian well system, supplying week in January. Better con- pure drinking water to the peo- ple. He was of the opinion that proved as there is little or no in- flow at the south end of the Lake. In any case, whatever is . Three Prominent Citizens Pass done about the water situation!' MRS. WILLIAM J. ANDERSON permission and approval will pe people of Port Perry com-| The passing of William Gra- have to be given by the Provin- munity were shocked to hear of 'ham, in his 84th year, on Thurs- the sudden death of Mrs. William | day December 14th, 1944, mark- J. Anderson, on Friday, Decem- ed the removal of the last of the cial Health Department. == The speaker considers that the large area covered by Port Perry isin considerable degree respons- ible for the culty experienced in maintaining such services as roads, sidewalks, and water sup- ply. TheVillage covers some 8ix hundred acres. Were it possible to reduce the acreage to three h red, there would be only about half the mileage of roads, sidewalks, and pipelines to main- tain. He thanked his mover and: geconder for his nomination; but declined to run for the" office again. Mr. Brooks, reporting as-Road Commissioner, said that he had found the work more of a job than a mere position. The chief difficulty found in connection with road maintenance and build- ing is that Port Perry is depen- dent upon outside municipalities for the use of road machinery. The best news that Mr. Brooks had regarding his department was that the Provincial High- ways Department have taken over Queen and Water streets for the duration of the war, and until that part of 7a (Peel's corner to the Scugog bridge) is hard sur- faced. This will mean a saving of hundreds, perhaps thousands of dollars to the Municipality, as the assumed roads are to be left in good condition when they are returned to the local control. The speaker gave credit to the Business Men's Association for, their practical help in making this arrangement with the High- ways Department. Mr. Brooks looks forward to the day when some of the cross streets will be hard surfaced. The cost of keeping down the dust would help in a small way to pay the debentures, e recent snow blockade had caused some concern to the Road Commissioner, Naturally some roads were opened sooner than (Continued on back-page) ber 22nd, 1944. | To Mrs. Anderson was born in' Port Perry 68 years ago. She was Rachel Norine Hinge, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hinge. In 1902 she married William J. Anderson. Two children were born. of this marriage--Donald R. Anderson, and Helen Irene (Mrs. J. Cairns). © WILLIAM GRAHAM | Graham family. Deceased was born in Reach Township, being the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Graham. The family moved to Scugog Island when William was fourteen years of age. He farmed there until 1914, when he moved to Port Perry. The Graham family will long be remembered as successful Deceased had two main inter-| breeders of pure bred Shorthorn ests in life--her home and her. church. She was a well loved neighbour, always ready to do a kindness when opportunity of- fered or need existed. In St. John's Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Anderson was ac- tive in the Ladies' Aid, of which society she was treasurer for 28 years. On several occasions the members of the congregation ex-, pressed their appreciation to Mrs. Anderson for her good: work. The high esteem in which Mrs. cattle. Mr. Graham was married to Alice White, of Brooklin, in 1890. After his removal to Port Perry he busied himself in many helpful ways; but will be chiefly remembered as the man who kept the Bowling Green in such beautiful condition. As a member of the Board of Stewards, of the United Church, he gave practical help on the Pro- perty Committee. ' He was a member of Fidelity ' Lodge, AF. & A.M., the"members Anderson was held was shown by of which took part in the funeral the profusion of floral tributes, and the very large attendance at the funeral service. service, William Graham was a cheer- ful, kindly man, fond of a joke; Mrs, Anderson is survived by. and ever ready with a helping her husband and children; also hand when need appeared, . two half brothers, John and Charles Milligan, N.Y. . The funeral service was con- He was the life of the party of Buffalo,| wherever he met with the men in { club or lodge, or Church. His kindly cheerfulness, and prac- ducted by Rev. J. A. McMillan. | tical helpfulness will long be re- Interment was at Pine Grove membered with pleasure, Cemetery. The following were pallbearers: Messrs, R, B. Small- man, John Murray, Roy Cornish, A. M. Lawrence, Alymer Cawker, | Bert, MacGregor. 3 CARD OF THANKS Mr, W.-J. Anderson and family wish "Deceased is survived by his widow, to whom the sympathy of the community id extended. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. William Graham wishes to express sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbors who to express sincere thanks to the many | have' been 80 kind and thought- friends and neighbours for their kind-| ful at.the time of her recent be- Iv: cts atid ox . t th reavement in the death of her y pressions of sympathy p,ghand, particularly the friends at the time of their sudden bereave-| of thie United Church, Masonic ment in the death of Mrs. Anderson.| Lodge, and the Bowling Club. PORT PERRY IS BEREAVED] lake conditions cannot be im-|- | t ROBERT M. HOLTBY R. M. Holtby ("Bob") died at his home in Port Perry, on Sat- urday, December 23rd, 1944, in his 76th year. He was born on the homestead farm south of Manchester, the son of William Holtby and Mary Dobson. He stayed on the farm until 1925, becoming interested in stock raising, particularly Clydesdales and Holstein-Frie- san cattle. In 1891 he married Ada J. S. Kent (Addie). During Mr. Holtby's residence in Reach Township, he entered municipal affairs, and was Reeve of the Township in the early days of the County's history. He was in the Council for some years; and when he came to Port Perry in 1925, his services were secured in the village council. At this time he was appointed Ifield Secretary of the Holstein- I'riesan. Association, being the only Field Secretary in Canada at that time, For twenty-four years he gave wonderful service to Canadian Holstein breeders. No man was known better, or better loved by men he served so faithfully. Loyalty, industry, and sound judgment characterized all of Bob's work. He was trustworthy and he played no favorites when he made his judgments. He knew they were accurate, and he stood by them. Great sums of money were en- trusted to him in the buying of Holsteins for his clients. The investors knew that they would sceure real value for that money. Many a man owes much to Bob's good judgment and shrewd buy- ing. The highlight of appreciation by the Holstein-Friesan Associa- [tion was shown at the banquet tendered to Mr. Holtby in Lind- say a few years ago, at which over five hundred admirers were present. The loyalty that was accorded to the Association was charac- / teristic of Mr. Holtby's attitude towards all his undertakings. He, ~~~ was a Councillor; and he would drive two or three hundred miles to be present at a Council meet- ing. He was an Elder in the United Church; and, though he might be in Kingston at five o'clock on Sunday morning, he would be in his place at the morn- ing service--on time, No man has more thoroughly deservéthe praise he received. He was one of those whom men "delighted to honour" for he was worthy. He will be greatly missed in many quarters for he was wide- ly known throughout Canada and the United States. Port Perry people have been proud of him and will honour his memory. To Mrs. Holtby who has been his loyal friend and good coun- sellor for over half a century, there have come from a host of friends expressions of sympathy and regret at the passing of R. M. Holtby. Mr. Holtby is survived by his wife and two brothers--William and Ernie; of Manchester. Also three sisters--Mrs, Jas, Moffatt, Mrs. Jas. Turner, and Mrs. John Turner, all of Carroll, Manitoba. The funeral service was con- ducted by Rev. W. C. Smith in the United Church at Port Perry on Wednesday, December 27th. Interment was at Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. Rev. Mr. Smith was assisted by Rev. Keith McMillan, of To- ronto, who gave a well deserved and beautiful eulogy of Mr, Holtby., Mr. Smith followed with words of high appreciation of the deceased. The funeral was very largely attended. \