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fe rere re "THE PORT PERRY § & Authorized as Becond Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa 5 PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JUNE 28rd, 1960 HONEYDALE W. I Left to right--Mrs. O, Edwards & Mrs. L. Honey. Mrs. Honey never missed a meeting in twenty-three years, I Pictured are the ten charter mem- bers of Honeydale W., I. Left to right standing--Mrs, W. Gerrow, Mrs. [ Moore, Bowmanville, Mrs. H. Honey, gog Is, Mrs, M, McLaren, Scugog, Mrs. F. Warren, Mrs, O. Edwards, Mrs. F. Raines, and Mrs. L. Honey, ! CELEBRATED 25th ANNIVERSARY Mrs, J. Owen, Mrs. L. Martyn, Scu- Seated, left to right--Mrs, Roberts, Whitby, who organized the Branch 25 years ago, and Mrs. W. Brown Pres of South Ont, District. Esteemed Citizen of Blackstock Passes at Oshawa Hospital Rev. Richard P. Bowles, D.D,, well' known and highly esteemed citizen of Cartwright for many years, died in Oshawa Hospital on June 16th, in his 96th year. . - The late Mr. Bowles was buried b the same church in which he married the late Annie Devitt in 1888. At that time the church was known as the Blackstock Methodist Church but has since become Blackstock United Church. . Born in a small hamlet called Mono road, near Brampton, on the farm on which his grandfather settled some- time before 1826, Mr. Bowles was the son of the late Mr, and Mrs, George Bowles. He was believed to be the oldest living graduate of the old Victoria College in Cobourg, where he was or- dained as a Methodist Minister in 1886. After his ordination in 1885, Mr. Bowles moved to Montreal where he remgined for some time as minister of St. James Methodist Church and and very largely attended, Taking borne Street again for another year. After serving about a year at Sher- went to Victoria College, which had since his graduaton moved to Tor- onto from Cobourg, and became pre- sdent and chancellor after about two years on the staff, He remained in his capacity as president and chan- cellor of the college until hig retire- ment in 1981, Upon. his retirement, he moved to a home he built on the shores of Lake Scugog, near Nestleton, and remain- ed there until his death Thursday. He is survived by one son, Wilfred G. of Nestleton; two brothers, Rev, N. E, Bowles of Brampton and John Bowles of Souris, Manitoba and one sister, Mrs. John Smith (Una) of Ed- monton, Alberta. In addition thres grandchildren and eight great-grand- children survive. He was a first cousin to Liberal Leader Lester B. , Pearson, Funeral service was held Monday borne Street Methodist, Mr. Bowles (Continued from 'last week) The Afternoon Session opened with assembly singing led by Honeydale W. 1. Eleven branches answered the roll call with a total of 86 members present. Some branches told how they were raising funds for the District Scholarship by catering, social even- ings and drives, Mrs. Heron reported for the Scholarship Committee ex- plaining that $1,000 was needed from our district. A motion was moved and seconded that South Ontario Dis- trict support the Scholarship Fund and required amount be raised on a per capita basis aud sent to the Dis- trict Secretary before October 1st, 1960. Mrs. Carruthers, said in Ont. North the branches were working on the Scholarship and she hoped to have a report at their District Annual. An "In Memoriam Service," con- ducted by Mrs. Wm. A, Heron, Brook- lin W.I, assisted by Mrs. De Jonge and Mrs. Hurst honored former members of the W.I. who had passed away during the past year. -- Mus. Farren, Ptovincial Board mem- was then transferred to Metro Me-'part in the service were Rev. P, Ro- ber, brought greetings from the Pro. thodist Church in Toronto. meril, Blackstock; Dr. Moore of Vic- vincial Board and told us this would From Metro Methodist, he moved toria College, Toronto, and Dr. John ' be her last report as our Board mem- to Clinton Street Methodist in Tor- Line of Emmanuel College, Toronto. ber, A mew board of members would onto then to Sherborne Street Me- thodist, Toronto, From Sherborne Street, he moved to Winnipeg and was minister of Grace Methodist there for some time before returning to Toronto Sher- { Pallbearers were-- Messrs. Rich- | ard Bowles, Kirkland Lake, Karl Sis- , 8on, Peterborough, Douglas Sleep and ,John Ymur, Nestleton, Prof. Edgar , Emmerson, Toronto, 'and Dr. Elmo , Sisson, Peterborough. Port Perry's Rally Beats Out Markham Port Perry Merchants defeated Markham Aces 9-6 last Thursday in Port Perry, in their Southern Ontario 'County Softball League schedule fix- ture, with the home club staging a dramatic five-run rally in the last of the 7th inning, to turn a 5-2 deficit into a victory situation. Ellis, on the mound for Markham, breezed right along in the early stages. He didn't allow a run until the fifth when Tamblyn was safe on a "spinner" to the mound, followed by hits from Edgar and Owen, the Iatter's texas leaguer scoring both Tamblyn and Edgar. Prior to this, Markham enjoyed a 6-0 lead. They got one in the first inning off Joe Tamblyn, on a walk to Procenko, followed by two errors and an infield out. In the 8rd John- son belted a mammoth homer to make it 2-0, In the top of the fifth frame, Mark- ham staged a three-run rally. Pro- cenko singled, Johnson walked and then with two out, Tidsbury doubled and so did Huggins. ; After Port Perry had taken the lead, Markham threatened in the 8th inning, loading the bases after two out on a single by Elliso and two walks, but at this point, Menzies came in to relieve Tamblyn & earned the keys to the Port Perry Town Hall. "--He struck out Petch to end the inning --then came up with a home-run blow a in the 8th for Port Perry, to add the insurance runs that ¢linched the win. Port Perry won the game in the 7th inning. Tamblyn opened with a single and Edgar sacrificed. Parker singled and Owen tripled, then Cor- nish singled and Warriner got a break on an outfield error, scored (Continued on back page) Obituary HARVEY WALTER KNIGHT Harvey Walter Knight passed away suddenly in Uxbridge Cottage Hospit- al, on May 24th, 1960. He had been ill only a few day. Mr. Knight was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth - (Elmhirst) Knight, Port McNicoll. He was born in Red Bay, near Wiarton, Ontario, August 2nd, 1901, moved Port Me- Nicoll, as a child, and attended high school in Midland. Mr. Knight "was a graduate of Queen's University in 1936 and took the degree of Bachelor of Pedagogy at the University of Toronto in 1944. After being Principal of Ritsen Rd. School, Oshawa, for 20 years, in 1943 he was appointed by the Department of Education to be Inspector of Public Schools for Grenville County with re- sidence in Prescott, and in 1960 was transferred to Uxbridge. y Mr. Knight was a devoted member of Trinity United Church, and held several offices in the church, being treasurer at the time of his death, He was on the Library Board, and a mem- ber of the Masonic Lodge. In Pres: cott the deceased was a Rotarian and active ih many community projects. While living in Oshawa, Mr. Knight attended Simcoe 8t. United Church, where he served as an elder, and sup- erintendent of the Sunday School. He was chairman of the Library Board and a Past Master of Cedar Lodge, AF & AM. He was married to Anna Glendin. ning, daughter of the late David Glen- dinning, Toronto, in Old St. Andrew's Church on July 8th, 1929. Also sur- viving are his three children: David, Aurora; Robert, Cooksville; Elizabeth, Uxbridge, and grandson: Robert, of Aurora, and a sister, Margaret, of Oshawa, The funeral service, conducted by |-Rev. Mr. Donald Jay, was held in | be elected from North York, in the fall. In Ontario the membership of 38,649 showing a decrease. A com- mittee has been set up to study this; decrease. W.L.'s are not just social clubs. There will be a-W.I. booth at: the Royal Winter Fair. Members are urged to attend the Holiday at Guelph. A mermanent scholarship of $3,000.00 will be set up in memory of Lady' Aberdeen founder of the A.C.W.W. The next conference of A.C.W.W. will' be held in 1962 in Australia. The Adelaide Hoodless Home will cost $11,600. A donation of 10¢ per mem: ber is asked to purchase this home. Appoint the delegate to the Area Con- vention at the September meeting and send names to Mrs, Hare promptly. Have evening. branch nreetings and invite young mothers to attend. Each ) branch try to increase their member. ship.. Donations are needed for the Foundation Fund. for the F.W.I.C. of- ficers, The F,W.I.C. project, "Eat to Live"", will be held as a District Work Shop. Each Branch send Mrs, Farren | a safety measure by June. The Hand Book will be ready in November, The committee is exploring the possibili- ties of a plate, cup and saucer with the Institute Crest. District Annuals' will be planned at District level in ac-' cord with the Board Director and De- partmental Representative. Miss Gordon in her report of Junior, Activities said, this year the 4-H Homemaking Clubs would be ¢elebrat- ing their 26th anniversary, 7800 girls are now completing projects in Ontario. The Club helps the girls to become better citizens and teaches them to shop wisely, cook better and meet others graciously. We depend on the parents for help and encounrage- ment and the W.I, for leaders and Ri Trinity Church, on Friday, May 27 at 2 p.m, Interment Uxbridge Cemetery The pallbearers were Mr. W. Gould, Dr. C, Puterbough, Mr, B, Moore; Mr. R. O. Henderson, Uxbridge; Mr. Arnold Jobb, Agintourt; Mr, Roy Cornish, of Port Perry, The flower bearers were: Mr. H. L. Fair, Mr. R. A, Armstrong, Uxbridge; Mr. A. Archibald, Whitby; Mr. P, H. Jobb, and Mr. E. Farrow. Oshawa, ' and Mr, W, Wendt, Oshawa. | Women's Institute District Annual financial support. The two projects for this year will be, "Cottons may be smart", and dressing up the home grown vegetables. The garden Club will be canning tomatoes and freezing vegetables. Miss Gordon told us this was her last report in this county, will C8irns was welcomed as a new mem. be transferred to Middlesex County in |Per- "Just for fun the members ad- June. She thanked us for our sup.|journed to the "Bonfire" near Lind- port and wished us much success in all | 38Y,» for dinner. our future work. Report of museum committee--Mrs. Roberts, Whitby, told of meeting with County Council re a suitable building but not able to procure one. A mus- euh now be established in Brougham so for now a museum in the County Town has been dropped. The fund, on hand, for the museum has been transferred to the Scholarship Fund and the cupboard given to Whitby W.I. A pleasant intermission was enjoyed when Mrs. Kennedy sang two de- lightful solos. Murs, Farren conducted the election of officers. The nomina- tions slate was read by Mrs. S. Caw- ker and accepted. The results were as follows: Past President--Mrs. I.. Honey. Port Perry; President, Mrs. Wm. A. Brown, Locust Hill; Vice President--Mrs. S. Cawker, Port Per- ry; 2nd Vice-President, Mrs. Lorne Duff, Port Perry; Sec'y-Treas.--Mrs. R. Pepper, Ajax; Federation Repre- sentative--Mrs. A. Heron, Brooklin; Alternate--Miss May Brown, Locust Hill; District Delegate--Mrs.. Wm. Moase, Port Perry; Alternate, Mrs. F. Wilson, Myrtle; Federation of Agri- culture, Mrs. Edgar Evans, Clare- mont; Conveners of Standing Com- mittees: Agriculture and Canadian Industries -- Mrs. Clifford Wannop, Brougham; Citizenship and Education ---Mrs. Lorne Parrott, R.R. 1, Oshawa; Home Economics and Health--Mrs. Robt. Smith, 909 Bayview, Whitby Historical Research and Current Events--Mrs. E. Carruthers, R.R., 2, Claremont; Public Relations Repre- sentative, Mrs. T. J. Wheeler, R.R. 1, Pickering; Resolutions, Mrs. F. M. Holliday, Brooklin; Auditors--Mrs. E. Thompson, Mr. J. Wilson, Ajax. Two Car Crash In Port Perry Two ears collided at the corner of Scugog St. (Hwy. 7A) and Union Ave, completely wrecking the one car and seriously damaging the other. Al- though both drivers were taken to Oshawa for X-Rays they were found to be only slightly injured and were released. Those who saw the crash say that only because he was strap- ped in a safety belt was the driver of the wrecked car saved from death or serious injury. On Friday of last week a 1969 Pon- tiac driven by Gustav Lask, 83 years, of Sunderland was going south on Unfon Ave. (toward Oshawa) and falled to stop at the Stop Sign at Scugog St. © As he crossed Scugog 8t. a car driven by Donald Kennedy, 80, of Wingham "collided with him sending the Pontiac into the ditch and turning the other car completely around. The car from Sunderland is estimated to have suffered some $800.- 00 damage while the Wingham car is a complete wreck. Chief Cameron investigated the ac- cident. A charge of careless driving and failing to stop at a stop street was made against Gustav Lask of Sunderland, driver of the Pontiac. No charge has been made against Mr Kennedy. -- : Chapter Imperial Order Daughters of and successful season. $2.00 Per Year, Single Copy 6¢ Mrs. W. M. Letcher Receives I.0.D.E. Life Membership "It matters not how long we live, {but how", is the motto of Scugog {the Empire. It was at the sugges- tion of Mrs. M, W. Letcher, a char- i ter member, that it was adopted by [the chapter. As a tribute for many | years of untiring effort on behalf of the order the members presented her with a Life Membership, at the June meeting, Mrs, W. H. Harris and Mrs, John Murray made the presentation, much to the delighted surprise ofthe recipient. It came as a climax to the regular meeting. The convenors of the (Rose Tag Day (in aid of the Hos- pital) Mrs. R. McNab, Mrs, S. Kandel and Mrs, G. Rennie, were very appre- ciative for the generosity of the local citizenry in their response, and wish to thank all who gave their service in any way to the satisfactory suc- cess, Miss E. Harris reported the packing of books and magazines for Frontier College. The beautiful vo- lume, "The Life of Queen Mary" has been placed on the Memorial Shelf fn memory of Mrs. Clarence Cook; | The Peace Garden and Lucy Morrison * Memorial were voted donations; Mrs. Mrs. Haugen, a member, presented each one with a ! charming corsage, made by her clever fingers. A pleasant ending to a busy --_---- "To look back in thankfulness, and forward in hope" was the theme of Rev. E. W. Fuller's address at the Imperial Order Daughters of the Em- pire Memorial service, held in the Library, on the evening of Thursday, June 16th. Mrs. M. B. Dymond con- ducted the service, and after a hymn, and a bible reading by Mrs. E. S. Linstead, introduced the speaker. A basket of flowers was placed in front of the Memorial Niche in front of: (the fireplace, to commemorate the' | sacrifice made by the young men of | Canada in two wars, in the name of Canada and the Commonwealth, Mrs. ' Harry Carnegie read a fitting poem, by Edgar A, Guest. A hymn and benediction by Mr. Fuller, closed the service, ' --_--X-- The convenor, Mra. W. T. Harris and committee of the Home Baking Sale, under the auspices of the I.O. D.E., held in the Library Friday af- ternoon, wish to convey their sincere thanks to those who contributed in any way. They were delighted with the results of their efforts, in spite of the rain. Women's Legion Auxiliary BRANCH 419 The first meeting of the Women's Auxiliary was held on Tuesday, May 10th, with Mrs. Tilbie, vice-president of the auxiliary from Toronto. official- ly organizing the meeting. Other guests were Com. Bates, Zone Com- mander and Com. Burgess, the Men's Zone Commander. The election of officers was held and is as follows: -- President, Marie Nightingale; 1st Vice President--Theresa Hlozan; 2nd Viee President--Alice Woodcock; Secretary Kay McNenly; Treasurer--Ruth Me- Coy; Sgt. at Arms-- Clara Warren; Executive Council -- Agnes Garvey, Vera Fawns, Vera Knott, Merle St. John, Leona Wilson. The members were initiated into the auxiliary, the business was concluded and lunch was served. On Saturday, May 28th, the Aux- iliary held a very successful euchre in the Legion Hall, prizes were won by the following--1st ladies, Leona Wil- son; 2nd lady, Cora Crozier; 1st gen- tleman, Frank Stables; 2nd gentleman, Clarence Cook; Door Prize -- Clara Warren and Alex. Diamond. The second monthly meeting of the Women's Auxiliary was held on Mon- day, June 13th in the Legion Hall.The meeting was opened by Comrade Bates zone commander, and three new mem- bers were initiated -- Agnes Garvey was installed as sick convener, the fin- ancial statement was read, the min. utes of the first meeting were read and the General Business was discuss- ed, The meeting was concluded and lunch served. Wedding BILBEY - WRIGHT A quiet and very pretty wedding was solemnized in Blackstock United Church, Saturday afternoon, June 18, 1960, when Rev, P. Romeril united in marriage Pearl Irene Wright, daugh- ter of Mr. 'and Mrs. Carl Wright, Blackstock to Professor Douglas L. T. Bilbey, T.D., son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor L. Bilbey, Vancouver and Lon- don, England, The church was beautifully decor- ated with white Chrysanthemums and pink Carnations. Miss Marian Moore of Toronto, played the wedding music. The bride given in marriage by her father was charming in a gown of Import Bisque re-embroidered french lace with long torso bodice in a slim sheath accentuated with match- ing pure silk satin, She wore a matching silk chiffen picture hat and a corsage of white carnations. Her maid of honor, her sister, Mrs. James Marlow, wore a gown of Del- phinium blue silk organza, matching accessories and hat of matching silk organza and a corsage of yellow Car- nations. Mr. Dalton Dorrell was best man and Mr. J, Marlow was usher, both of Blackstock. The reception was at the home of the bride's parents with the Wedding dinner served in the C E. building of the United Church. For the wedding trip through the States, prior to a trip to England in October, the bride chose an ensemble of butterscotch wool full length coat; with lining which matched the dress of intricately cut pure silk Italian scarves, They will live in London, England. The bride was a graduate of Black- stock High School. She was a silver and Gold Medalist in commercial stenography and typewriting and was secretary at head-office of Household Finance Co., Toronto. Her hobbies were painting in oils and competitive bridge. The groom is a graduate of London University, Doctor of Medicine, Major in the Territorial Army, T.D. (Terri- torial Decoration), Doctor of Philo- sophy, shortly to assume appointment as [Reader in the Faculty of Medicine at London University, England. Telegrams of congratulations were received from the groom's parents in Vancouver and from Professor and Mrs. Nicol and family and the ana- tomy staff of Kings College, Kensing- ton, England. South Ont. County Softhall League Standing P W L T Pts. Pct. Port Perry ..... 6 6 0 1 11 1.000 Osh. Merch. ...7 6 2 0 10 .714 Brooklin ........... 4 3 1 0 6 .750 Markham .......... 6 3 2 0 6 .600 Scugog CI. ...... 73 4 0 6 429 Mount Zion ..7 3 4 0 6 .429| Whitby ............ 6 2 4 0 4 .333 Hefferings ........ 65 1 3 1 3 .250 Pickerinp .......... 71 6 0 2 .143 (Ineluding Games Played up to June 20th, 1960) Port Perry Public School Field Day . GIRL CHAMPION-- Barbara Taylor JR. GIRL RUNNER-UP-- Janice Porter JR. BOY CHAMPION Graham Powell JR. BOY RUNNER-UP-- David Porter SR. GIRL CHAMPION-- France Quan SR. GIRL RUNNER-UP-- Joanne Quan SR. BOY CHAMPION-- Ted Farmer SR. BOY RUNNER-UP-- Robert Peterman Girls 6 and under--Janet Raines, Pauline Emmerson, Charlotte Carne- gie. Boys 6 & under--Teddy Hale, John Murray, Ronald Vokins. Girls 7 & under--Barbara Hillier, Joan Prentice, Faye Healy Boys 7 and under -- Kenny Irvine, Paul Taylor, Paul McDermott Girls 8 & under -- Mary Manns, Wendy Snooks, Mary Thomas Boys 8 & under -- Brian McNabb, Kenneth Irvine, Bobby Bruton Girls 9 & under--Eva Laveck, Ruth Buchner, Kathy Jeffrey Boys 9 & under--Larry Mark, Bill Mark, Timothy Brunton - Girls 10 & under--Eva Laveck, Ca- therine Nelson, Lynda Heayn Boys 10 & under -- Dale Beare, Wayne Cox, Ronald Taylor Girls 11 & under---Janice Porter, Eva Laveck, Lynda Jefford Boys 11 & under -- Dale Beare, Wayne Cox, Jamie Porter Girls 12 & under--Barbara Taylor, Anne Porter, Janice Porter Boys 12 & under--Graham Powell, Bill Beare, David Porter Girls 13 & under -- France Quan, Barbara Taylor, Anne Porter Boys 13 & under---Graham Powell, Bryan Reader, Bill Beare Girls" Open--Joanne Quan, France Quan, Barbara Taylor Boys Open--Robert Peterman, Ted | Farmer, Graham Powell | Boys Sack Races-- 9 yrs, & under--Dean Beare, Glen , Sweetman, Barry Saunders 10 yrs. & under--Dale Beare, Ron- ald Taylor, Dean Beare 11 yrs. & under--Dean Beare, Ron- ald Taylor, Dale Beare { 12 yrs. and under--Ronald Taylor, Alvin Shortt, Richard Stevens | 13 yrs. & under--Richard Stevens, Ronald Taylor, Alvin Shortt i Open to all boys -- Alvin Shortt, Ronald Taylor, Scott Kenny Girls Sack Races-- 9 yrs. & under--Ruth Buchner, An- {ne Forder, Janice Durham 10 yrs. & under--Nancy Dymond, Elizabeth Sebbon, Sandra Johns 11 yrs. & under--Elizabeth Sebbon, Janice Porter, Lynda Jefford 12 yrs. & under--Barbara Taylor, Lynda Jefford, Elizabeth Sebbon {13 yrs. & under--Barbara Taylor, Elizabeth Sebbon, Lynda Jefford Girls Open--Elizabeth Sebbon, Bar- i bara Taylor, Sandra Johns Boys 3 legged races-- 10 yrs, & under--Ricky Beare & Russel Stevens; Howard Chapman & Reggie Manns; Brian McNabb & Ste- "phen Carnegie | (Continued on page five) Farm Safety Council Has Been Organized in Ontario County A Farm Safety Council has been or- ganized in Ontario County. Its main objective will be to bring about a safer rural community. The officers, directors and commit- tee members are as follows: Chairman--Larry Doble, Uxbridge. Vice-Chairman--Norm Lehman, Claremont, Sec'y--Lynn Fair, Uxbridge Treas.--Harold Page, Uxbridge Directors--Gordon Hunter, Brook- lin, Wm. Heron, Sunderland, Wal- lace McLean, Udney; Morrison Colville, Sunderland, Joan Mar- shall, Cannington, Mrs. W. A, Brown, Locust Hill, Mrs. Walter Carruthers, Uxbridge. Committee members--John E. Pow- er, Heber Down, Brooklin, Gordon Corner, Oshawa, Clarence Werry, Oshawa, Norm Smith, Uxbridge, Larry Doble, Uxbridge, Anson Gerrow, Port Perry, Gordon Ewen, Ches. Oldham, Zephyr, Ivan Ren- nie, Blackwater, Tom Harrison, Beaverton, Grant Windatt, Game- bridge, Geo. Gowanlock, Atherley. Most of the farm organizations in the county have representation on this Farm Safety Council. It is hoped that a Farm Safety programme can be developed so that each farm organiza- tion in the county will have a definite part to play in it. The next meeting of the Farm Safe- ty Council will be held at Manchester on Monday, June 27th, at 7.00 p.m. Mr. Harold Wright, Department of Agricultural Engineering, 0.A.C. at Guelph, will be present to give a sum- mary of the Province wide Farm Aec- cident Survey that was conducted last year. Mr. Wright will also have some ideas to put forward on Farm Safety projects that might be undertaken by the Ontario County Farm Safety Council during 1960, Roller Skating every Tues. & Sa. Night at P ort Perry Arena tt ni cl a > A Bh Pm ad EX rod a, ¥ i np Srl uit -