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Port Perry Star (1907-), 16 May 1957, p. 1

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« presiding. «3533% THE PORT PERRY STARzzZTZX Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa. * PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 16th, 1957 - ro $2.00 per year. Single Copy 5c. «Momen's '© Hospital Auxiliary The regular monthly meeting of the Hospital Auxiliary was held on Mon- day. afternoon last, May 13th, with he President, Mrs. M. B. Dymond, The attendance was lar- ger than usual, which was most grati- fying to the executive. We welcome the representatives of the various or- , ganizations to our meetings. A considerable number of sewn ar- ticles were turned in at this meeting. Two or three months ago the amount of sewing to be done seemed quite for- midable, but thanks to the women of the community the shelves at the hos- pital are being well stocked with the needed supplies, and we sincerely thank the women of the various or- ganizations who are helping our hos- pital in such a down-to-earth manner, Preparations.for the Penny Draw are going on apace, and before long we hope to have the prizes on display. As most of you know this is our only money-making project for the summer months and we are dependent upon the public for the success of the draw. The tickets are very low in price-- twenty-five tickets for twenty-five cents--and the prizes will be both use- ful and attractive. : The following donations are ack- nowledged with sincere appreciation: Grace Church Community, Scugog win wersresnsranensnnsienes: $10.00 Maybelle Rebecca Lodge ...... 5.00 Honeydale Women's Institute... Blue Ray Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star .... Seagrave Community ............ 10.00 Head Church W.A., Scugog ...... 10,00 Anonymous 5.00 5.00 Congratulations ; Congratulations to Mrs. Henry Sker- rat, R.R. 4, Port Perry, upon winning the 4th prize in the Toronto Star Sew- ing Contest. Her entry, one of hun- dreds in the child's division, was a RA white taffeta child's smocked es €88, Letter to the Editor Dears Editor: : "an would like to know why some peo- ple can't find anything better to do of a Sunday than to go around wreck- ing people's mail .boxes on the 6th concession of Reach? In the past year or 80 they've shot holes in mail boxes. Last Sunday they almost de- molished ours. I understand mail boxes are government property. Its time the police got checking up on this road. Its a shame that some peo- ple can't leave other people's property alone.- We can not see our mail box from the house, so can not see what is going on, but I do hope the police will get to checking up, find out who the culprits are and put a stpp to this destruction. Yours truly, A reader. Mrs. M. B. Dymond graciously en- tertained the members of Scugog Chapter I.0.D.E. at a buffet luncheon prior to the May meeting. It was a happy social occasion for Scugog Chapter and all thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Mrs. W. T. Harris the presiding officer extended thanks and appreciation to the hostess on behalf of the members. During the business meeting which followed the luncheon, plans were made for May and June projects. A motion for a donation of $50.00 to the Women's Hospital Auxiliary was un- animously approved; also $25.00 to the Canadian Institute for the Blind, Mrs. Grant Christie presented an article describing the International Peace Garden on the boundry of Unit- ed States-and Canada at the Manitoba, North Dakota border. This garden is the dream come true of Dr, Henry Moore a Canadian agriculturist. 2,400 acres of land comprise this garden and on July 14/32 some 50,000 people gathered around a cairn built on the boundary line, Canadians and Ame- ricans stood together and with bowed heads recited the pledge which was in- scribed on a bronze plaque. Led by the Bishop of Brandon, they made this simple but moving vow: "To God,in His glory, we two na- tions dedicate this garden and pledge ourselves that as long as men shall live, we will not take up arms against one another." Many organizations have raised money for this project including the Imperial Order Daughters of the Em- pire (Scugog Chapter has made an annual coytribution for many years), Homemakers of America, Women's Institutes of Canada, General Federa- tion of Women's Clubs .of the U.S. and many more. > The International Peace Garden is a symbol of a noble ideal. Dedicated 'to a belief in the common decency of the human race, it stands a model of the co-operation and good will which two neighbouring peoples can display. Located almost at the - geographic heart of the continent, it is an ideal focus for the dedicated thoughts of the true idealists from both countries. The meeting was concluded by sing- ing the National Anthem and retiring of the Standard. To Dedicate a Tree At Park The Honeydale Branch of the Wo- men's Institute will dedicate a maple tree to commemorate the 60th anni- versary of the founding of the Insti- tute at a ceremony to be held in the Lakeside Park at 3 p.m. on Friday, May 17th. All are welcome, dis One in a million ,,. Pretty Pat Scarborough of Murray, Ky. smiles approval as she becomes the one millionth contestant to rticipate in the U, 8, Junior Chamber of Commerce National Teen-Age Road-E-O since it was A 4 started in 1952. #3 The 17-year-old senior at Mur- ray Training School, who has been driving for one year, said of her articipation in the Jaycee Road- EOin er home town, "I'm glad to _ have had a chance to help prove that not all teen-age drivers are highway show-offs.' i An estimated 2,600 Jaycee chap- ters throughout the United States 'are expected to stage safe-driving Road-E-O's this year with the 1957 participation figure expected to near 500,000 teen-age boys and girls, ' In August, state winners of the Road-1-0, sponsored by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, American Trucking Associations, Inc., Chrysler Sari and The Pure Oil Company, will compete in the Washington, D. C. finals. In the nationa competition, college scholarships totaling $4,600 will be the prizes along with the title of "Champion Teen-Age Driver of the United States." The 1956 national winner was Chris Bayley of Seattle, Washington, now a , freshman at Harvard University, 7 PORT PERRY HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Mary Lynn Hodgins The doors of the High School were again thrown open to admit all comers to th¢ Annual Open House of 1957, to view exercises and displays of stu- dents. The school was buzzing with activity in all corridors and rooms, The Port Perry High School Cadet Corps Band displayed their prowess, starting off the evening by playing several numbers in the gymnasium, A series of formations had been planned for the campus, but owing to ad- verse weather conditions the display was held in the gym. An excellent job was done by the members of the corps. We noted also a new addition to the instruments which seemed to lend support; this being the new belle lyra. Congratulations to all members and especially to Mr. Jefford for all of his aid in coaching the band. The crowd was now eagerly await- ing the beginning of the programme in the auditorium under the auspices of the Student's Council. The folk dancing by the grade ten girls directed by Miss Brock accom- panied. by Martyn Rennick, David Mosienko, and Peter Lawrence began the show and followed by the senior choir directed by Miss McFadyen, singing their three numbers, the Green Cathedral. It's a Grand Night for Singing, and: Fantasy on Nursery Sportscaster Doug Maxwell fo be at Sportsmen Dinner The~Chamber of Commerce, Port Perry, have been fortunate in securing Doug Maxwell as their speaker at the dinner to be held May 28th in appre- ciation of Brooklin Combine Hockey tea. Mr. Maxwell studied commerce and finance at the University of Toronto and did postgraduate work in business administration after two years as an- nouncer for CBM Montreal. gen "Sports always wie my hobby and it's nice when you can make a hobby into a means of Mivelihood" he. said. He added that preparation is the se- cret of good sports commentating. Knowing facts will come to mind as the game progresses and will fit into their place to keep up the interest. Doug. Maxwell has been a partici- pant in many forms of sport during his earlier years and throughout uni- versity. He is a' popular sportscast- er over CBC radio and T.V. He is heard regularly on Audio and his big- gest T.V. assignment is Sportstime on Thursday afternoon. 10c. Rate Per Call In Port Perry Soon To standardize all local calling from public and semi- public telephones throughout its territory in Quebec and Ontario, The Bell Telephone Com: pany of Canada plans to adopt a uni- form charge of 10 cents per call in Port Perry and all other communities where this rate does not now apply, J. W. Lowry, Bell Telephone manager for this territory, announced this week. The new rate is expected to become effective toward the end of June. Approval in principle of the 10- cent rate for local calls from all of Bell's public and semi-public tele- phones was given in November, 1951, by the Board of Transport Commis- sioners for Canada. However, be- cause of equipment shortages at that time, the Bell asked for the higher rate to be applied immediately only in the larger centred: With equipment now available' to modify the public telephones in the smaller centres also, the company decided to complete the application of the standard rate throughout its territory. Introduction of the uniform 10-cent rate for local calls would follow the approval of tariff revisions filed by the Bell company with the Board of Transport Commissioners for Canada. Conversion of public and semi-pub- lic coin boxes in the areas concerned now is under way. The date for in troducing the 10-cent local calling rate throughout these exchajige areas {has been set tentatively for June 29, 1967. | Rhymes which was a special arrange- ment by Dr, Leslie Bell. The Fashion Show of Grades IX and XI was now ready to begin. The girls had made many outfits during the past school term and now was their chance to display their work. The atmosphere was created by the pian- ist, Gloria Hastings, who played softly while the commentator, Mary Garvey, spoke on each ensemble. The fashions for this year were just a small show of Miss Parker's help and supervision of the Home Economics classes, . Under the direction of Mr. Cole and Mr. Parkinson, the gymnasium dis- play began at 9,10, More than 30 boys from Grades 9 to 13.who showed an interest in gymnastics, partici- pated in two Open House displays, one following each of the fashion shows held in the auditorium. The Gymnastics featured work on (Continued on page four) Eastern Star News DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MATRON MAYBELLE STEWART OFFICIATES AT BLUE RAY INSPECTION District Deputy Grand Matron May- belle Stewart was recently entertained at Blue Ray Chapter, No. 238, Order of the Eastern Star, on her official visit of Inspection. Many distinguished guests were present to greet the District Deputy Grand Matron among which were Past Worthy Grand Patron Ernest Burgess and Past District Deputy Grand Matron Ruby Clarke. The meeting was opened in regular form with the Worthy Matron giving a very warm and gracious welcome to the honoured guests and members of the order. - Chapters represented were Sunbeam' Oshawa; Markham; Whitby; Laurel; Mystic Star and York of Toronto. Past Matrons and Patrons welcomed to the East were Martha Dunlop, Sunbeam; Margaret Hood, Mystic Star; Helen Colbear, Mabel Chapman, Jessie Kspie, and Margaret Cornish, all of Blue Ray; Frank Train and Mr. Shelley, Sunbeam; Clare Stewart, York; and Len. Colbear, Blue Ray. During the Inspection two new can- didates received degrees of the order. The Officers and Staff carried out the work in splendid form and the char- ges given by the Worthy Patron, Len Colbear and the Associate Patron, Gordon Jeffrey were outstanding. The business of the meeting was carried out in record time. Reports were received from the various com- mittees. Sick and Sunshine Conven- ors Margaret Carnegie and Ethel Not. tingham announced a Penny Sale to be held at the close of nieeting. Marian Sandison for the Entertainment Com- mittee; Mabel Chapman, convenor for. Benevolent reported that 26 elderly shut-ins were remembered at Easter time with flowers; and the Ways and Means Convenor, Esther Chapman handed in the 'amount-of $8.76 realized from the Draw. Invitations have been sent out for Blue Ray Birthday Party for June 13 and invitations have been received from several Chapters among which was a request for two of the members, Elsie Tease and Margaret Podres, of Blue Ray to take part in the Chapter meeting at Sunland Chapter, Sunder- land on the occasion of their Friend- ship Night. The Worthy Matron reported on the fine new pedestals that have recently been procured for the Chapter and also spoke regarding her project, to be held this month, a Dessert Luncheon and Court Whist Party. The District Deputy Grand Matron,' in her official remarks was very kind and exceedingly complimentary, Her well-directed criticism and instruction was outstanding and well-received. To honour her official visit, Maybelle Stewart, D.D.G.M.,, was presented with a lovely corsage and gift which was presented by the Worthy Matron, Margaret Jeffrey. It was a pleasure to hear once again from Past Worthy Grand Patron Ernest Burgess and his brief remarks and good wishes were received with enthusiasm, At the close of the meeting a de- licious luncheon was served by the committee in charge, which was con- vened by Doreen * Butson, and the Penny Sale was a huge success realiz. ing the amount of $9.60, Pair Jailed for Stealing 3 Autos Edward Frank Wells, 23, of Port Perry, drew four concurrent terms of two years less a day definite and one month indefinite, when he appeared before Magistrate F. S. Ebbs for sen- tence on three car theft counts, and one charge of uttering a forged cheque. Edward Wilson, 17, jointly charged with Wells on the car theft charges, and 'convicted of forging a cheque, was sentenced to four concurrent terms of eight months definite and 4 months indefinite. "In connection with one of car thefts, His Worship said: "This is the worst offence of its kind this court has had to deal with. Not only did you steal this car, worth about $600,, but you demolished it, and buried parts of it. The court takes a very serious view of this type of offence. His worship noted that Wells has a record, and on reading the record, in-, quired: "Haven't you been before me. at Port Perry?" Wells replied that he had, some years ago, and was convicted of theft. His Worship, noting that the con- viction was omited from thé record sheet, displayed an amazing memory as .he noted details of the case, one of thousands he has disposed of in that time. -- Wedding ALDRED - MILNER Recently at Grace United Church, Rev. John Braham officiated at the wedding of Miss Marjorie Milner and Mr, Victor Aldred. Beautiful Easter lilies and ferns graced the front of the church. Mrs, John Braham wear. ing a very becoming beige sheath and red accessories 'played the wedding music. Given in marriage by her brother Ray, the radiant bride wore an ex- quisite sheath of white lace over aqua crystalette, complimented with a flow- ing aqua crystalette cummerbund, a little white straw hat and corsage of deep tome pink carnations. Mrs. Cecil Fralick was matron of honour for her sister, and looked lovely in a beige sheath of eyelet linen, with deeper tone beige cummerbund, iden- tically styled after the bride, a little pink hat, and pink carnation corsage. Mr. Alan Aldred of Toronto was best man for his brother. After the ceremony, pictures were taken in the church. A reception for the bride and groom was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Fralick. Pink and white streamers and bells were artistically arranged, a delicious three tier wed- ding cake centered the table flanked by lighted candles. After a very tasty buffet supper, the bride changed into her going away outfit of a sty- lish tan toned tweed suit, black bag and shoes, and white straw hat. More pictures were taken and the happy couple left for a short trip via Mon- treal. "| almost every student. Public School Hold Open House The doors of the Public School were opened last Wednesday so that the parents and friends might inspect the class rooms and see the work of the pupils. Of particular attraction were the new classrooms which have been occupied only a short time, About the middle of the evening the principal, Mr. Roy Cornish closed the classrooms so that no one might miss the brief program he had plan- ned in the auditorium. Following his introduction he thanked the many people involved in providing the new classrooms in particular and the school in general as well as the teach- ers and pupils, etc. who made the dis- plays possible. This was followed by a 16 minute movie of the building of the school from the laying of the cornerstone to the complete building and the opening day ceremonies. Fol- lowing this fifteen minute program Grade four entertained with three choruses, which we all enjoyed. Mr. Storey Beare, chairman of the board, spoke of the problems involved in the expansion of the school and thanked all who had helped. Mr, Knight, in- spector of this district, spoke briefly of the quality of the work of the pu- pils and the fine building which we now have in Port Perry. As usual the parents flocked to the classrooms to examine the work of their sons and daughters and to talk with the teachers about the progress of their offspring. It is truly amaz- ing to see the amount of work and the high- standard that is shown by Teachers de- serve much praise for they are doing a fine job. Twilight Musicale The pupils of Mrs. McClintock, R. M.T., assisted by Miss Jean Samells, A.R.C.T. and pupils of Donna Samells, entertained their relatives and friends to a delightful musicale, on Friday night. ~ Misses Jean and Donna Samells opened with a lovely duet -- "In a Monastery Garden", The following pupils took part in the recital. Carol Fralick; Jean Williams; Patsy Midgely; Jean Bright; Jean Newn- ham; Nancy Crozier; Marly Rennie; Lois Milne; Patricia Healy; Grant Williams; Barbara Webster; Ian Cook; Ruth Reader; Tim Brunton; Susan McNeil; Diane Davey; Beverly McNeil; Sheilla Kenny; Allen Mairs, Lynne Beare; Diane Mairs; Betty Cowieon; Wenda Walsh; Carolyn Cook; Joanne Harper; Mary Baker; Linda Bruton; Gloria Robertson; Myrtle Thompson; Marion Scott; Audrey Reader; John Williams; Ruth Milne; Carol Crozier; Marilyn Fralick; Maureen Tobin; Pat- sy Holtby; Bobby Cowieson; Carol Ann Morrow; George Smith; Sharon Crozier; Sheilla Levinson; Marion Scott; Audry Reader; Carolyn Batty. ~- The proceeds of the evening, $19.00 was given to the hospital board for use in the Children's ward. ' Appreciation Day Winner Wins Over $200. A 50% coupon turned up at the Ap- preciation Day Draw held last Satur- day. Mrs. R. J. Tinsley was the happy lady called. She won over $200.00. Don't forget to be on hand for the next draw on Saturday, May 18th at - 3.30 pm. The draw will take place in front of the Master I'eeds Store. Cubs Entertain Their Mothers Tuesday of last week was not just an ordinary night for the Cubs of the first Port Perry Pack. They enter- tained their Mothers to a most. en- joyable evening. Each Mother re- ceived a corsage and a Mother's Day gift of a bread board made by her son. An evening of fun and games was enjoyed with each mother joining in the games and contests. A delightful lunch was served by the hostess. We think we are very fortunate to have such well qualified leaders as Stuart, Pat and helpers. Pat has her Gillwell Beads for years of "proficiency and Stuart has had 17 years cubbing ex- perience, Boy Scouts Last Saturday afternoon the Port Perry Scout Troop were guests of the Toronto Maple Leaf Ball Club at a ball game in Toronto between the Leafs and Columbus Jets. The damp cold weather was rather dissappointing but nevertheless we saw a very good ball game. Unfortunately the Leafs were beaten 5-3. After the ball game the Scouts drove to the Bo-Peep Res- taurant and had dinner, bringing to a close a very enjoyable afternoon. Our thanks to Mr. Fulford, Mr. S. Lane, Mr. I. Boyd and Mr. Ted Jack- son for providing transportation to Toronto. This week and next the Scouts will be calling on all the homes in Port Perry selling boxes of Occasional Cards. We hope to raise some money for our Summer Camp and also the troop would like to give some of the proceeds of this sale to our Troop Leader who is going to England to the World Jamboree. We know the citizens of our community will be glad to assist us in this matter. At the present time we have the largest Scout Troop ever in Port Perry. We have 31 boys on roll and an average attendance of 28 or 29. With the number of Cubs increasing each year, very soon we will be form- - ing a second Scout Troop. As can be seen more leaders will be needed and if anyone is interested in assisting either the Cubs or Scouts please con- tact any member of the Group Com- mittee. : } That's all the Scout News for this week, but next week we hope to have a complete story on the World Jam- boree. EMPRESS OF ENGLAND. The Canadian Pacific's. new 25,600-ton "Empress of England" sails past Que- bee City with one of the ancient eapi- tal"s most famous landmarks, the Chateau Frontenac Hotel, in the back- ground. The white-hulled liner com- pleted her maiden voyage from Liver- 3 4 o = 5 ae # \ RNR Ee) Bens HOM Wm BT eR en tn » pool to Montreal recently. Construec- ted with its sister ship, the "Empress of Britain", at a combined cost of $35,000,000, the "Empress of England" is one of the most modern ships a- float and is completely air-conditioned. The Empresses of Britain, England, . < Scotland and France will make a to- tal of 44 calls at Montreal during the season and provide accommodation for more than 75,000 travellers. The "Empress of England", with a service speed of 21 knofs; has space for 150 first class passengers and 900 tourist. ~Canadian Pacific Photo. A rn Sw nd . Bn -- Ao on " RE Sg a v Tw AR iw hi

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