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A er. TT chairs and the piano. 'THE PORT PERRY STA Authorised as Second Class Mall, Post Office Department, Disa, PORT PERRY, GNTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 1955 - * $2.00 per year, Single Copy Be. BLAZE SPREADS RAPIDLY © DESTROYS MEMORY HALL The. entire. community of Utica, 6 miles west of Port Perry, turned out to assist the Port Perry fire Brigade Saturday afternoon when fire for a while threatened the whole hamlet. When the fire, which is believed to "have started in the roof from a spark of a nearby grass fire, was over, the villagers were without their memorial . hall, a one-gtorey building which had stood on the four corners of :the vill- age for more than a half-century. Firemen, hampered by roads which were almost impassable because of spring thaws, arrived to find that the buildng was beyond saving. Volun- teers had- managed to save a few A large por- trait of the donor of the hall, the late Walter Horn, was not saved. 2 Due to. the high wind that sprung up flying embers ignited a number of grass fires along the road and a Straw Stack, at. Che. Gee's, nearly half a mile away burst: into 'flames, This caused much concern for a time as it wag dangerously close to the barn and water supply was limited, until Jack HAL, of the Dept. of Lands and Forest, R. R. Uxbridge, arrived with another pump and additional hose to pump water from a nearby creek. Frank MacGregor and Charles La- key, proprietors of a general store diagonally across the corner from the hall, for a time feared that the strong winds would carry the embers to their 'building and pending the arrival of "'firemen, played a garden hose on the "roof and walls of: their store to pre- vent it taking fire. "The community hall," said MacGregor, "burned right to the ground in less than'a half-hour. Five minutes after the fire started, you couldn't get inside the building. It burned like a match-box." Firemen's efforts were not wasted, "however, for the fire from the hall on the south side of the road, leaped the road and bégan in the grass on the north ditch, It also leaped a cross- road and burned along the south ditch and through a rail fence and volun= teers were hard put for some time to keep the flames from ravaging the fields to- the north of the village. © ° Straw Stack Catches. Fire Firemen stated later that a burning shinglé must have flown from the hall to the straw stack of Chet Geer's, a half-mile east-of the hall. They im- mediately rushed there. The barn escaped damage and when Mr. and Mrg.. Geer arrived home, it was to find firemen putting the finishing touches to a firg which might have 'left them with a very serious loss as their entire stock was inside the barn. The memorial hall had been oper- ated as a community-appointed board and it had been a very active centre of the Utica, community. The build-, Pictured above, signing the register, at their recent marriage in Port Perry are Mr. and Mrs, Harold Yule, Mrs, Yule, the former Joyce Ann, daughter of oe, and Mrs, David Dowson, of (2 ing--was given to the hamlet in 1899 by 'the late Walter Horn, a lawyer who wag a native son, The building was insured for $3,000. 00o Again on Monday, April 11th, about '12.30 p.m. the Port Perry Brigade was summoned. to a grass fire at the home~of Mr. Wm, Carnegie, Cochrane St., Port Perry, to extinguish a grass fire which had got out of control and threatened a pile of lumber in the yard, as well as the board fence sur- rounding the property. No serious damage was reported. Yr Reach Council The regular meeting' of Reach Coun- cil was held on Monday, April 4th with all members present. Reeve E. J: Gibson in the chair, Minutes and correspondence were read. Mr. Bert Wannamaker asked the Council to look into the proposal of closing Shaw's cemetery, as it has been unused for years. = - + Messrs, C. Love and Jas," Davidsan interviewed. Council re grants paid federation of Agriculture. They pro- posed that farmérs who are support- ers of the Federation be assessed Ye Will, Messrs. -Hubtable and McLaurin in- terview - Council re roads at" Chalk Lake, wanting them widened and gravelled.. Mr. Rinzo Graini asked Council to have the restriction lefted on his lot, in lot 4, con, 5. \® 'A motion was passed making a do- nation of $25.00 to Brooklin. Spring Fair, ; A motion was passed giving the Assessor $560.00. extra for collecting dog tax. It was decided to charge 10 cents per animal for each warble fly spray. The rates of pay for those spraying the catttle are: Inspector, 90 cents per hour and 8 cents a mile travelling; spraying operator, 80 cents per hour; tractor operator 80 cents per hour; the Board of the Community Memorial Hospital by Reach Township. Supt. Stevens presented pay roll and Vouncher No. 4 amounting to $1793.47. which was ordered paid. Murs. M. Crasier presented relief ac- counts amounting to $382.00. - 3 General accounts amounting - to $499.08 were ordered paid. A by-law was passed to regulaté and govern salvage yards, salvage shops, second hand goods shops and dealers in second hand goods and and charge 4 license for same, The Council will meet on April 12th to scttle the mill rate for,1955.~ Port Perry. Mr, Yule is the son of Mr, and Mrs, Thomas Yule, of Wark- worth, Ontario. The couple will re- side in Toronto, ° . A tractor drawing sprayer, $3.00 per day, - oo : Mr. Earl Martyn was appointed to} ¢ N LEASK Greenbank United Church decorat- 'ed: with baskets of pink and white Snapdragons, Carnations and Ivy wits the scene of a pretty wedding on Saturday afternoon, April the 9th, when Kathleen Jean Leask, daughter the bride of Keith Eugene Sweetman, son of Mr, man, Port Perry, Ontario. The Rev. R.C. Chapin performed the ceremony and Mrs. Vernon Rowe, of Whitby, aunt of the bride. presided at the organ. Mrs, Douglas Williams sang The Lord's Prayer, preceding te ceremony and Because during the signing of the register. Given in marriage by. her father, the bride wore a strapless floorlength gown of white nylon over satin with a fitted jacket .of Chantilly lace. A stiffened lace dutch cap held her bor- dered fingertip veil of. tulle illusion. sweetheart roses, lily of the valley and fern, 'Ruby Leask was maid of Honor for her sister while the brides maids were Carol Sweetman, sister: of the groom and Donna VanCamp. They chose similiarly designed gowns of nylon net gathered at the hips, held with rhine- stone clips. Their matching jackets, 'mitts and headdresses were in Blos- som Pink: for:the maid of 'honour and Forget-me-not blue for the brides maids. They carried bouquets of Car- nations and baby's breath, Mr. Lloyd Balfour was best man, The ushers were Douglas, Williams and Allan Cawker. - A reception for 80 guests was held in the Church Parlours, The Brides mother chose a dress of Windsor Rose Crepe with lace jacket. white hat with navy accessories. - The groom's mother, who also received, wore navy blue with white hat and accessories. Both wore Corsages of | aphelia roses, : The happy couple left for a trip to Detroit and points west. For travel- ling the bride wore a rosewood pink dressmaker suit with bronze acces-. sories and corsage of peach roses. On their return they vill reside in Port Perry. Out of town guests were pre- sent from Toronto; Oshawa, Whitby, Orono and sly idge. Ground Observer Corps News FIRST AID The third class in St. John Ambul- ance first aid trainihg was held last Wednesday night in Claremont, with 0.P.P. Constable Wilton from Ux- bridge, guest instructor, Mrs, James K. Lawrence, in charge of the course has been doing a mighty fine job on behalf of the R.C.A.F. Ground Observer Corps, and her lee- tures have been proving very interest- ing. Wednesday night's lecture was on "Artificial Respiration". Mr. Robert Barton of ° Claremont, and three members from Myrtle--Mrs. Eleanor Thornton, Miss Susan and Mr. Jim Thornton all received their lepel wings. These were presented by Flying Officer I. J. McGuire, field training officer attached to No. 51 GOLC detachment, Barrie. Mrs. Kee- vil and her committee served refresh- % ments to top off the evening. This week's first aid 'training will be held in the comntunity hall at Myrtle. Members have been attending this course from Stouffville, Port Perry, Uxbridge, Tyrone, Goodwood, Myrtle, Claremont and other points. Evening W.M.S. The regular meeting of the Evening Auxiliary was held at the home of Mrs. Merlin Dowson, Due to the illness of the president, Miss Joblin, and the vice-president, Mrs, Suwala, Mrs, Lee presided. The meeting opened with a hymn follow- ed by prayer. Mrs, Cox read the Scripture and Mrs. Bathie gave a very interesting talk on the.Study book, Mrs. Bathie was appointed treasurer in place of Mrs. Hoggard Who had asked to withdraw, Mrs. Robert Pickard kindly offered her home for our next meeting with Miss Dodd and Mrs, Dowson in charge of the program. After the Benediction Mrs, Lee and Mrs, Cox served a dainty lunch, "ap of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Leask became | and Mrs, Stewart Sweet- | She carried a cascade bouquet of red |- She wore al. Progressive Conservative Association. Convention of the Progressive Conser- vative Party continues to spread in this new Riding of Ontario. Since the retirement of Mr. Arthur Welsh, several names have been ru- mored as being likely candidates. But probably of greatest interest to us in this community is the fact that one of Port Perry's citizens is officially in the running for this nomination: This is Dr. M. B. Dymond, who came to practice Medicine in Port Perry, about 12 yoars @go and has been here con- tinuously with the exception of a little over three years which he spent with No. 10 Hospital Unit, with the Cana- dian Armed Forces Overseas during the 2nd World War. 1 DR. M. B. DYMOND Dr. Dymond is well known in this community, not only because of his extensive practice, but also because of his wide interests in the affairs of the Community, and indeed the entire County. On his return from Overseas in 1946, he was elected Chairman of the local Conservative Group and later President of the South Ontario Riding, It was under his leadership that Mr. M, Starr, was elected the first Pro- gressive Conservative to be elected to Ottawa from the "Riding" in 26 years, Incidentally, Dr, Dymond's elevation to the "Riding" Presidency, marked the first time in over 48 years that a man other than a resident of Osh- Dr. M. B. Dymond To Be Port Perry's P.C.P. Nominee Interest in the coming Nomination tional fame during the Second 'World The Doctor served on Port Perry Council for five years and for the past two years has been Port Perry's rep- resentative on the Central Ontario Distri ict High School Board. Although this promises to be one of the most keenly contested nomina- stand high. among "the . candidates. Should Dr. Dymond win this nomina- tions it is felt Dr. Dymond should | tion, it would be a very unique situa- tion, in that, the two major Parties' would be represented by local men." ner, would be, we believe, the first citizen of Port Perry, to sit in the Le- gislative Assembly to Topresurit this i + Naval Veterans At Peterboro Three Canadian Admirals--combin- ing more than a century of service in 43 different ships and- establishments --will be on hand in Peterborough, April 30th and May 1 to trade ex- periences with naval vetergns gather- ing there for a large-scale reunion, The gathering, sponsored by: the Peterborough * Branch of the Naval Veterans' Association, is expected to draw hundred's of "ex-sailors, many of them with their families, from centres through the province. An elaborate program has been ar- ranged for the week-end, including ceremonials and demonstrations by naval bands, a reserve naval air squadron and many other special events. A banquet will be held at the armouries Saturday night, 'climaxed by a special performance by current Can- adian stars who became famous in the "Navy Show" which gained interna- War. On Sunday there will be special church services, a parade and wreath- laying to.conélude the reunion. »" Daylight Saving TIME to start in Port Perry at 12.01 awa held that office. , - ** a.m. on APRIL 24th. And whichever man should be;the win- The Ice Went Out! Down "through the years Lake Scugog ice went out on the following dates: 1872 iris inssssssrssons wee April -26 April 17 SH J terres, April 24 April 23 .... April 25 .. April 16 . March 31 March 21 April 28 1905 April 11 1906 April 11 1907 .. April 19 1908 .. April 22 1909 ... April 13 1910 March 28 CATs Re revere, April 20 .. April 22 ... April 10 . April 16 April 17 April 15 April 18 April 16 . April b April 3 March 21 EP PPP PPT PPI .. April 10 .. April 16 April 12 HR PETS CP WATT VO April 1 1930 .... .. April 18 1931 April 16 1932 .... . 'April 16 1933 April 6, 1934 April 21 1935 .... . April 10 1936 .... April 25 1937 ... . April 12 1938 March 31 .. April 2 April 26 April 13 April 6 .. April 24 .. April 22 March 27 March 27 April 10 March 23 . April 12 April 9 April 24 | 'McMillan had moved to St, Port Win Two In Goderich Drop Third d To Temiskaming E against them. Port Perry Master Feeds Pee Wee's shone very well in their trip to the Young Canada Tournament. in Gode- rich, winning two games and then dropping the third to Temiskaming by a 3-1 count. After a Yiervous start Port surged ahead to _down Stouffville 4-2 in a very fast game, Although Port were out shot 10 to 9 they managed to keep up that necessary drive to get the goals 'that were needed to win. Ken Boyd and Gary Porter who alternated in the Port net played very good hockey and kept the Stouffville lads down to two markers. hat trick and counted for three 'while Burnett got the remaining tally. In the second game which was play- ed on Wednesday morning, Port went on a scoring spree and downed a weak Hornpayne team 19-0. Port had 37 shots on the net while Hornpayne could not manage to get a shot on the Port net. Port's 19 goals were seored by the following: R. Carnegie (4); J. Burnett (4); D. McMillan (3); F. Beare (2); I. Luke (3); J. McMillan (1); T, Cawker (1); B. Dowson (1). In the third game Port met a fast skating and strong Temiskaming team and although they were not out-played to a great extent, dropped a 3-1 de- cision, Penalties to Port gave the northerners a break twice during the game and which they took advantage of, Jim Burnett scored Port's only goal in the game, Well done kids, we in Port Perry and district are very proud of you for the ing the season. FIRST GAME-- Port Peddy 4, Stouffville 2. SECOND GAME-- Port Perry 19, Hornepayns, 0 THIRD GAME-- Temiskaming 3, Port Perry 1 (Thursday). LADS HOME TO-DAY ---- Reminder Remember our column "Time Flies" which is published from time to time as information is gathered. If you are interested please send us inter- esting items regarding Port Perry Old Boys and Girls. We need to be told of these things before we can pass them on to our friends. Items for "Time Flies" can be sent to Mrs, I. Slemmon, 17 McLeod St, Ottawa, or to us here at the Star Office. | Afternoon WMS. The Easter meeting of the United Church, Afternoon Auxiliary was held and two visitors present. The Pre- sident, Mrs. Leask, presided. The treasurer, Mrs, Harper, gave a most gratifying financial report. After business session" Mrs. Z. M. Jacksén's group had charge of meeting, Their devotional theme---*"Christ the Hope of the World" was conducted hy Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Love, Mrs. Ploughman and Mrs, Ieask. Mrs, Thompson message, . Mrs, 8. Cawker and Mrs, Kennedy favoured with a lovely duet. Miss E. Harris reviewed the Sth chapter of the study book™ "Growth of the Church", A reading by Mrs. Jackson, entitled, "Benefits at a cent a piece? was much read an Easter enjoyed. Mrs. Love closed the meeting. with Benediction. . Tea was served by Mrs. Jackson's group, Correction -- = In last week's paper we carried an item stating that Rev. G., K. (Keith) Lambert, Quebec. This item which apjieared in a church publication had the name Frog: It should have read Rev, K. . McMillan, whoseiname-is Kenneth, ol who ig ndt related.to the McMillan family in Port Perry. The errot in the initial and the fact that Rev. Keith McMillan is known to be contemplating & move were re- sponsible far the publication of this item in the Star", We apologize to Mr, McMillan, Score 24 goals in 3 game; only 5 scored Doug MeMil- lan and Jim Burnett were the goal scorers for Port, McMillan doing the - showing that you have put forthdur- : PORT PERRY WELCOMES THEIR - . Tuesday, April 12th with 29 members - PRC + A092 .- aha