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] oR S------------ BE a Watch your label; it tolls when your $1.50 per year in advance 5 cents a single cupy Authorized as second class mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa. EDITORIAL PORT Sesh is the patriot's boast, where'er we roam, his first, best country ever, is at home.--Goldsmith. \ i] ABOUT THE FLAG The editor has received a letter about the Canadian flag (printed in another column of this issue) which disagrees with our viewpoint, Unfortunately the writer did not give his name. Signed letters show good faith, But, name or no name, the subject of a Canadian flag has been a live one for many months. Both the ultra-loyalists and the "coming of age" advocates of a distinctive- ly Canadian flag.are sincere in their out- look. The loyalists need not be "die hards", and the modern folk are not necessarily revolutionary. We take it for granted that both parties wish Canada an haporable place among the nations, Governing a nation is like bringing up a family. It takes a lot of self-restraint and self sacrifice to make a good job of it. If these soldiers and "ambassadors" are will- ing to do this great task, none will be more gratified than those who carried on in their absence. They were brought up on the Kipling doctrine for Canada-- "Daughter in her mother's house; . But mistress in her own." Nor will British statesmen regret the Canadian self-confidence; for Britain is * certainly not in a position to protect us it we should need protection. Indeed, the shoe ig on the other foot; - and the "die- hards" are simply folk whose memories remind them of the many debts we owe to Britain in our upward climb from Colonial to Commonwealth status, World politics are revealing the fact that no nation can stand alone. In urging main- tenance of the British connection, we are simply picking our company, because ex- perience has tested the value and reliability of that company; and because--*"blood is thicker than water." The Union Jack stood by Canada in many a difficult time, A national flag is the symbol of that nation's loyalties, If the new Canadian flag can symbolize growing self-confidence and ability as a world power, excellent. But if it means a severance with our happy British relations, that is far from good. We are not nearly so much concerned with the flag as a symbol; but we are con- cerned as to what that flag symbolizes-- irresponsible independence, or loyalty to the people and the principles, which are the foundation of our growing greatness. * = WHY TRY TO "GILD THE LILY"! : (Farmers' Magazine) Note--Every housewife will agree with the protest in this editorial. "Are the peach growers of Ontario ashamed of their product? It would ap- pear 80 judging by the manner in which they rush to defend the false colouring given to their peaches when they offer them to the public under the red leno cov- ered basket. The announcement by the Dominion De- partment of Agriculture that they con- templated prohibiting all inter-provincial shipments of leno covered heaped baskets of peaches brought an immediate protest from a group of Niagara fruit growers and an appeal to provincial authorities not to prohibit the use of the leno in provincial trade, which is beyond the jurisdiction of the Dominion Department. It was a foolish protest if growers wish to continue to sell peaches. What would - these growers say of a florist who insisted: on wrapping a boquet of roses in red cello- phane; or of an apple grower who wrapped up his beautiful red McIntosh apples in a similar package? * The natural coloring of ¢ven a moderate- ly ripe peach is just as rich and attractive as that of the McIntosh or the rose. To say that it must be covered up with'an art- iticially colored netting before it can be offered to the consumer is a direct admis- gion by the grower who says it that he can- not grow that kind of peaches. Have Niagara peach growers come to the stage where they are prepared publicly to admit they cannot grow good peaches? If they have they are perhaps justified in this de- fense of such a fraudulent practice but we have yet to hear one of them make such an agsertion publicly." * ok % TWO METHODS OF TAXATION 'The Rural Co-Operator says editorically a (in part). : "It is discouraging for the farmer when | he looks at his herd in the field not to know how many animals are his own and how many are the government's -- and which are which. Contrast the lot of a mining speculator. He buys some mining stock, Just as the farmer buys some calves. The mining man pays out nothing for feed, but if he bought well in a few months or a year he may sell his stack for several times what he paid for them. The money he receives is not income. It is a return of capital and not taxable. The mining man reinvests and re-sells and reinvests, and, even though he makes fifty or a hundred thousand dollars a year 'as a result of his buying and selling, he does not pay one cent of income tax. There are Toronto men who make huge sums in this way with- out paying a cent of income tax. The_ farmer, on the other hand, buys feed for his cattle, cares for them from early morn- ing until late at night, without holiday, and when he is ready to sell them takes some for himself and gives some to the government." Note--This is a situation that needs cor- recting. With the present trend of in- vestment, such a one-sided system can be- come a serious menace to the financial well- being of Canada, Otis Hamilton Interested in » enjoyable. PRINCE ALBERT The entertainment in the church basement on Friday evening was very The variety program con- Mr, Ottis Hamilton has never ceased to be interested in Lake Scugog, and to stir up interest in others. This letter is an indication of his good work, i Toronto, July 19, 1946 Otis 0. Hamilton, Esq, = - Port Parry, Ont. Dear Mr. Hamilton,--Since your in- 'terview with me on the:18th instant, 'I have had an opportunity of discuss- ing with the Deputy Minister of the Department of Game and Fisheries the matter you brought to my atten- tion. He tells me that there are now several licenses outstanding for com- mercial fishing of Carp in Lake Seu- gog, but that none of them are being "actively used. This, of course, is just ~ what you told me, but. he suggests that the reason may be that there is gs Ho opportunity for making much pro-, fit out of Carp fishing at this time, The Department, I think, would wel. come additional applications for licenses from anyone who is properly qualified and responsible, and who will undertake active operation of Carp fishing in the Lake. ~~ * If you ean stir up any such applica- tions, I think it-would be wise. If I ean do anything more for you please let me know. i : : T, K. Creighton, M.P.P, Lake Scugog Mr, Hamilton stages a fishing ex- pedition for the Oshawa Rod and Gun Club 'each year, and this year there were 36 in attendance. The fishermen caught no lunge; but had a nice catch of bass ranging from 2% to 8% Ibs, After the fishing trip the fishermen always enjoy a social get-together at the Hamilton tepee. Ottis has captured the Club Trophy three times. This year the prize fish was a bass weighing 4 Ibs. 16 oozs., 15 inches long, with a girth of 16 in, Perhaps this summer a real petition to the Government can be signed ask- ing for practical help in Lake Scugog improvement, ; - > Welcome Home "Word has been received that Pte. H. C. Thompson, CIC of Raglan, is on the Mauretania, on his homeward trip from overseas, RETURNING HOME The following personel are expected home from overseas on the Lady Rod- ney, and will arrive on Train No. 885, Tpr, L. D. Doble, Ashburn - Tpr. R. A. Holman, Myrtle Station sisted of several numbers by the public school children under the leadership of their teacher, Mrs. Lloyd Hunter, Little Everett Doupe gave an amusing recitation; numbers by local talent; it was nice to hear the young men sing their songs; Mr. B. Snelgrove sang some fine solos; Irene Bonnell played "Silver Threads Among the Gold" on the piano, which had been moved in from the school. Lorraine Smith and Margaret Doupe acted a dialogue. One of the moat important and outstanding items on the program was when just previous to the collection being tdken up, and being called on, little Joan Guthrie stopd on a chair and in her childish voice read an article which was to touch the hearts and purses of those present, The purpose of this social evening was to help in the mis- sionary fund. Joan is a'fine little reader for her age. Our thanks to Mr. C, Reesor for coming up with his moving pictures, which all appreciated. It was most interesting to see last winter's snow scenes. These were lovely, It was enjoyable to see pictures of the local people and then came the fine lunch, which didn't show any signs of sugar or butter shortage. Mrs. Munro, a new resident of our village, was asked to go to the piano and sing, She very kindly consented, (continued on back page) County John Rae Defeats Reeve Stanley Miller of Brock Township 15-12 on First Ballot. . After a lapse of 30 years, the wardenship of Ontario County went to Uxbridge Township, when John Rae, of "Uxbridge Township. was elected Warden over Stanley Miller, Reeve of Brock Township, by 15-12 margin at the inaugural meeting of the County Council. Tall, burly John M. Rae, Warden of Ontario County for 1946, a garage operator in Goodwood for the past 18 years, is the first township executive from Uxbridge to-be appointed warden of the country since 1915.- He is the first native of Goodwood ever to re- ceive the appointment, which is eager- ly sought among officials of the var- ious municipalities in the county, "Many serious problems are facing this year's County Council", he told The Times-Gazette, 'Chief among these are the rehabilitation of our servicemen and the establishment of the new county assessment system. The health program for our schools which is being discussed also appears to be an important measure," Born near Stouffville in York Coun- ty, the new Warden is forty years of age. He has served the Townhsip of Uxbridge for the past nine years, six 'as a councillor, one as deputy-reeve and two as reeve. Married to the former Verna Well- man, of Toronto, he is the father of three children, Mildred 12, Joan 9, and Grant 7 years of age. He is a mem- ber of the Goodwood United Church. In his inaugural address the new warden stated that it was_ in 1916 that D. M. Morgan was elected warden of the county and that there has not been a warden from Uxbridge Township since that time. "I wish to congratulate Mr, Miller, If I had not been a candidate myself, I would undoubtedly supported him. As warden I wish to congratulate all the members of this council on their elec- tion, particularly those who are here for the first time. I hope your stay with us will be long, and that you will not only enjoy yourselves but that you will take back to your municipalities some uesful experience." Pointing out that the present coun- cil is the first peacetime council in six years, Warden Rae stated that with war restriction being gradually re- moved, a normal way of life can be seen approaching. } Best for General Good "It seems to me we should carefully consider our county and determine what is best for its general good. I refer particularly to agricutlure, as we are primarly an agricultural county. There is a real need in this instance for not only all the help that we can give, but also for real leadership. I trust this will receive your most care- ful consideration," stated Warden Rae. He pointed out that every effort had been made to keep county roads in fair shape during the war years, but that it had been a difficult task due to shortages of labor and equipment. "We now anticipate an equitable im- provement throughout the county, and it is the duty of all of us to see to it that this work is carried out to the best advantage of the county as a whole." He stated that county equalization of assessment was another matter that would require a great deal of thought, and that while certain progress had been made, there still remained much to be done, "There must be equality to taxation and assessment within the county and the sooner this is accomplished the better. . Although we may differ as to how this is going to be accomplished, we must all strive toward this end," he added. "I could go on and mention many other conditions, but no doubt these will be presented to you in due course. I will need the help of each member of this council during the year, I know that I shall receive this help. Let us all work together for an even better County of Ontario," Warden Rae con- cluded. ® Name Standing Committees At Tuedsay's afternoon session of the county council, standing commit- tees for the year were struck, The striking committee that brought in the report, approved by council consisted of George Jamieson, Thomas Harding, W. H, Westney, P. Duffy, S. Miller, W. PORT PERRY STAR PERRY, ONT., THURSDAY, JANUARY 24th, 1945 Council (Times-Gazette) { Bain, Wm, Manning, F. Clayton and A. E. Grass. At the Tuesday session Blake Annis, (Pickering), defeated Thomas Harding (Reach, for the vacancy on the County Road Board for a three year period. Annis polled 16 votes to Harding's 14. * Following are the standing commit- tees for the year: Agriculture -- Patrick W, Duffy, (Chairman); Wilmot Bain, Norman J. Anderson, Stuart S. Ball, and Wm. H. Westney. County Property and Gaol Manage- ment--Joseph E. Shields (Chairman); George W. Jamieson, William G. Man- ning, J. Stanley Miller, T. D. Thomas. Education--W. G. Manning (Chair- man); Jas. Blanchard, Fred Reesor, Alex, E. Thompson, Wm. H, Westney. Finance and-Assessment--J, Stanley Miller (Chairman); Fred H. Clayton, Patrick W. Duffy, Arthur E. Grass, Thos. H. Harding. * Legistlation and Memorials--Wil- mot Bain (Chairman); Cook Ashen- hurst, Rae M. Ferguson, Andrew Muir and Thos. D, Thomas. Mileage and Per Diem--Stuart S. Ball (Chairman); Norman J. Ander- son, Jas. Blanchard, Fred Reesor and Jos, E. Shields. Printing -- Alexander E. Thompson (Chairman); Norman J, Anderson, J A. Hawtin, Andrew Muir and Thos. D. Thomas. . Reforestation -- Rae M, Ferguson, (Chairman); Cook Ashenhurst, John A. Hawtin, J. Stanley Miller and W. H. Westney. : Roads and Bridges -- Arthur E. Grass (Chairman); Wilmot Bain, F. H. Clayton, Geo. W. Jamieson and Wm, H. Manning. County Road Committee--A. Russell Hood (Chairman); Harper Newman and D. Blake Annis, County Court of Revision(?) The setting up of an Ontario Coun- ty Court of Revision was advocated by Lyman Gifford, a former warden, at the inaugural session of the county council on Tuesday afternoon. Referring to the question of equal-. ized assessment and taxation as being one of the prime problems that the council faced at the presesnt time, Mr. Gifford was of the opinion that only by setting up of a County Court of Revision, could an equalized assess- ment throughout the county he event- ually accomplished. "This question of equalized assess- ment is something that you have either got to carry on or throw it out entire- ly. You can appoint a Court of Re- vision for the county, other than your- selves, As long as members of the various township councils sit as mem- bers of their own local Courts of Re- vision, you will never get a concrete assessment," Mr. Gifford declared. He pointed out that prior to 1938, it was obligatory for members of town- ship councils to sit as members of the Court of Revision, but that this legis- lation has been amended and now it was possible for the county to set up its own Court of Revision. "It is the only way that you are ever going to get on equitable assess- ment," he added pointing out that at the present time it is almost impos- sible to get an equalized assessment because, various townships are assess- ing on different percentages. In this respect he pointed. out that one muni- cipality might be assessing on a 60 percent basis, another on a 30 percent and a third on a 100 percent basis, making it impossible to reach any de- gree of equalization. This, he felt, could be corrected by a court of re- vision. 'It will be a big job and it is going to cost some money, but the results will, I am sure, justify the cost," Mr. Gifford concluded. 'Road Estimates ' The Ontario County Council at its session in the Court House at Whitby fixed the budget of the County Road Committee for 1946 at $160,000, an in- crease of $45,000 over the estimates for 19456. The report of the commit- tee, as presented by Deputy Reeve H. Newman, of Mara Township, calls for the expenditure of $70,000 for new con- struction while thet balance of $90,000 will be used for repairs and mainten- ance. Province Pays Half This sum, which is considerably higher than the first estimate for the previous year is not entirely a county = (continued on back page) '| Perry United Church held special ser- {large congregation. Rev. W, P, Rogers, SAMUEL FARMER Editor and Publisher Ajax, formerly the source of high explosives, is now an adjunct to To- ronto University, with an enrolment of 15600 students. That is one excellent transition of war to peace, LJ LJ » Current "ability to pay" is not a sound basis for wage standards. Rate of pay can before fixed--or else! But market conditions can change over night. Co-operatives claim they should be free of Income Tax, as they operate on a non-profit basis. If there were enough co-operatives in Canada (ac- cording to this theory) there would be no Income Tax from retail trade, for the ordinary retailer, who earns his income through his business, would be forced to give up that business-- non-profit Co-operatives would com- pete too strongly. A case in point is that Cockshutt will sell his tractors through Co-Ops, LJ LJ LJ There is no law to compel a man or an industry to carry on business. If labor disturbances grow, and profits shrink to the point of extreme risk, business can be suspended or discon- tinued. Popular opinion says capital has enough to live on anyway--so why " Removal HW Pwestrictions is an evi- dence of faith in the intelligence of the people from whom the restrictions ure removed. "So what?" + . STRIKES IN U.S. AT A GLANCE (Monday, Jan. 21,) Labor disputes in the United States kept approximately 900,000 idle. Major developments: Steel -- Walkout of 760,000, C.1.0. United Steel workers at 12,01 a.m. E.S.T. to-day Meat--Strike of 263,000 C.I.O. and A.F.L. workers in meat industry goes into the sixth day. Fact-finding panel to open public hearings to-morrow (Tuesday) in Chicago as meat supplies dwindle. ~ Electrical Appliances--No progress made toward settlement of walkout of 200,000 C.I.O. workers, which began last Tuesday wage dispute affects plants of General Electric, Westing- house and General Motors. Glass--Glass workers scheduled to return to work this morning. Transportation -- New's York mil- lions faced with possibility of trans- worry 7 portation tie-up. On Sunday, January 20th, Port vices morning and evening, in cele- bration of the Diamond Jubilee, In spite of very cold weather, there was a of Bowmanville, was the speaker at the morning service; and Rev. Hugh Crozier, of Whitby, was the preacher in the evening. Rev. Mr. Rogers gave a thoughtful sermon, showing the need of spiritual power to develop human life at its best. This power can only come to those who have a vision of the future, and who are constantly inspired of God to press forward with hope to the full realization of the Christian life, Rev. Hugh Crozier set forth world conditions as a challenge to Christian people to fight against the growing The Special services will be 27th. Rev. W. J. H. Smyth, M Special music by the Choir. Diamond Jubilee Services + PORT PERRY UNITED indifference to religion, and the rising tide of crime and immorality. These evils cannot be allowed to continue or they will overwhelm the Church; and be the cause of another war. The musical program by the choir, under the direction of Mrs. Orde, was most appropriate and delightful. It was particularly pleasing to hear the solos of Mrs. Harold Honey and Mr. C. C. Jeffrey. A kindly and thoughtful contribu- tion was made by Mrs. A. J. Davis and family in providing flowers for the oc- casion, The offering was made in memory of Mr. A. J, Davis, who in the early years of the church had been active in the leadership of the choir. Rev. Clifford Smith presided at both services, continued on Sunday, January .A., B.D., will preach at the morning service; and Rev. Dr. R, T. Riehards in the evening. UXBRIDGE AT PORT PERRY - Last Monday evening, Jan. 21, Port. Perry were defeated for the fifth suc-, cessive time this season by a score! of 8-6. The local boys put up a good! fight, however, and held the Uxbridge team to a 4-4 tie until less than seven minutes to play in the game. Then a couple of raw deals were handed out to the Port Perry team by the referee which seemed to dishearten our lads, and which finally ended up a free-for-' all with the referee at the end of the' game, The huge crowd of spectators getting there hands in the mix-up, as well as the players, Port Perry's next game is at Whitby this Friday night and then on Monday, Jan. 28th Port tangle with Stouffville in the local rink. This should be an- other exciting game, so all hockey fans are urged to be on hand again then to support the home team, The following is a brief summary of last Monday's game: 1st Period After three minutes of play Hock- berg scored for Uxbridge and at 6.00 St. John put in a second counter for Uxbridge. Sweetman took. the first penalty at 12.30 for slashing, At-17.00 Bradbury scored making it 3-0 for Ux- bridge. Sweetman and Kydd took the penalty bench at 18.00 for roughing. At 18.30 Heard was put off for high sticking. At 19.00 Williams scored the first goal for Port on a pass from Taylor. The period ended 8-1 for Uxbridge. crass 2nd Period Johnson received a hooking penalty at 2.26, and while Port had one man advantage Marks scored the second goal for Port, Kydd took a penalty at 9.60 and Sweetman went off for the third time at 14.00, JUNIOR "C"--0. -H. A. Hockberg scored again for Uxbridge at 14.42. The period ended 4-2 in favour of Uxbridge. 3rd Period Port started right out to overcome the 2 goal lead. Taylor scored for Port in five seconds of play on a pass from Williams, This made the score 4-3, Bradbury received a tripping pen- alty at 7.00 and Heard and Marks went off at 10.14. Then at 12.10 Wil- linms tied up the score knocking the puck into the net from a face off at the left of the goal. Shortly after this Hillier was badly cross-checked across the face and was knocked out for a minute or two but came back fighting and played his usual out- standing game up on the forward line. Then at 13.04 Johnson scored for Ux- bridge and at 14.66 and 16.06 Hock- berg pushed in two more counters for for Uxbridge in quck succession mak- ing the score 7-4, Taylor was.put off for five minutes for tripping at 16.14. Then Christie was put off for some unknown reason. At 17.30 Painter scored bringing the Uxbridge total to 8. With just ten seconds remaining in the game Christie banged home the 6th goal for Port. Final score 8-6, Port Perry Line-up-- Goal, Goode; def,, Williams and Christie; centre, Murray; R. wing, Taylor; L. wing, Marks; Alternate-- Whitmore, Boothe, Sweetman; Sheri- dan, Leader, Hillier, Sub goalie, Par- geoter, Uxbridge Line-up-- EL Goal, Tipper; def,, Heard and Lee; centre, Bradbury; R. wing, Hockberg; L. wing, Painter; Alterifites, Gray, St, John, Brethour, Johnston, Kydd, RRR oe oe ef? NERY DAY by DAY Jottings by the Editor 5 a ow aT Ag, ~ ot Se re ~~ pp sr _--_" AE "A a "5 Pore! 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