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3h oN! a £ >. -- mm 3 Sane DITORIAL PINION Hats off to C of C The observance of Chamber of Commerce week, April 21 - 27 is certainly most appropriate in the Village of Port Perry. This area has been blessed with a strong and active organization since 1956 when it was first formed. Since that time the Port Perry Chamber of Commerce has been engaged in numerous pro- jects and promotions and has proven to be an important factor in this community. During the early stages, the C of C was involved in procuring trash cans for Queen Street, street numbering, weed control, parking garbage disposal, town policing, causeway development, just to mention a few of the many projects the organization participated in. During the later years, the chamber has possibly taken even a greater and more active part by promoting Santa Claus parades, Home Shows and Western Weekends. Despite the fact that practically all organizations did participate during the very successful Centennial year, it was the C of C and its members who contributed most to the Port Perry Centennial celebrations in 1971. The C of C is no longer just a Port Perry organization. With the initiation of Regional Government and the amalgamation of Port Perry and the Townships of Reach, Scugog and Cart- wright the name was appropriately changed to Scugog Chamber of Commerce and will now cover the area and membership of the: Township of Scugog. This no doubt will make the organization even more important and powerful. The local chamber is affiliated with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and if need be can receive valuable assistance from that source. Current projects of Scugog Chamber of Commerce are the construction of tennis courts at the lakefront and the broadening of involvement into areas such as retail, agriculture tourism and industry. The chamber is not only for business men. Anyone interested in the improvement of trade, commerce and the well being and progress of the municipality is welcome to join. Plans for this year's Home Show, June 13, 14 and 15 and the Western Weekend August 8, 9,:10 and 11 are now well underway and it is hoped the public again will support and enjoy these popular events. How 'bored' can you get In the mail Monday morning, we received an unsigned letter from a "bored" teenager. .The policy of the Star, as we have pointed out so many times before, is that we must have the name of the contributor on file, before we can publish the letter. However, when a person is as ""bored" as the writer is, we suggest he or she attempt to organize something worthwhile among their own group of friends. In other words, show a bit of initiative rather than complaining and only asking for help. Surely, there must be something better to do than just "walking the streets." {5 PORT PERRY STAR Company Limited Se Ye, KA & CNA (um) & ad re Serving Port Perry, Reach, Scugog and. Cartwright Townships P. HVIDSTEN, Publisher WM. T. HARRISON, J. PETER HVIDST Plant Manager STEN, Advertising Manager Member of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association Member of the Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association Published every Wednesday by the Part Perry Star Co. Ltd., Port Perry, Ontario Authorized as second class mail by the Post Office ~ Department, Ottawa, and for payment of postage in cash Second Class Mail Registration Number 0245 Subscription Rate: In Canada $6.00 per year. Elsewhere $8.50 per year. Single Copy 15¢ 50 YEARS AGO Thursday; April 24, 1924 Probably the largest crowd that has ever atten- ded an auction 'sale in this town was present at the pre- mises of the late Col. Fare- well on Ontario Street, last Friday when 6 parcels of real estate, together with household effects and chat- tels were offered for sale. Miss Follet, a returned missionary, gave a very in- teresting address on her work in the North West, and on Sunday evening Rev. H. Latimer delivered a_ fine Easter message at Raglan Church. Mr. B.T. Sangster, Reve- nue Department, Toronto General Post Office, was a guest of his brother, Dr. W.A. Sangster over Easter. 25 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 28, 1949 The thirtieth of April marks a year since the death of the late Editor and Publisher of the Port Perry Star, Mr. Samuel Farmer. A large crowd gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Harper, Prince Al- bert, to honour Mr. and Mrs. Howard Jeffrey at a miscellaneous shower. At a meeting of Cart- wright Council, it was deci- ded to dissolve the pre- sent Contihuation School area comprising School Section 2 only and make way for the formation of a High School area compri- sing all of Cartwright. Mrs. F. McClintock and Mrs. J.E. Jackson, Port Perry, were in Toronto for three days attending the Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association Convention. 15 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 30, 1959 Jeanne Williams, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Murray Williams, Port Perry, was honoured recently at a cere- mony at Convocation Hall, Toronto, when she received her Gold Certificate for hav- ing won her Gold Cord in Guiding. Chamber of Commerce President Arthur Pana- baker handed over the office to incoming Presi- dent, Ted Griffen and his ist and 2nd vice-presidents, John Orde and Storey E. Beare. A large crowd gathered at Devitt's Hall in Cart- wright to honour Mr. and Mrs. Orr Venning who have sold their farm to Jacob Buma and are moving to Bowmanville. 10 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 23, 1964 The four girls were Janice Byers, Joan Suggitt, Nancy Staniland and Lynda Kyte. President Marjorie Honey welcomed the Ladies Curl- ing Club to the 10th annual banquet marking the end of the curling season. Rev. Gordon Hunter, B.A. B.D., of Asbury and West United Church was the missionary at a Preaching Mission held last week in Greenbank. A record of continued good service to his com- munity and the support of his customers earned Port Perry 1.G.A. dealer, Jack and his wife Doreen an expense paid trip to Nassau in the Bahamas. LAL YUN CP hal A FIRMLY I Tra AK J CORE DALI TFs NY yA Acllilodicditicinadistdaniobiodiide Sugar and Spice -- Ting 'not available this week-due to the postal strike A well known onl highly respected resident of Port Perry, Norman P. Aldred passed away Saturday, April 20. Mr. Aldred was one of those unusual personalities who at any time had no "problem is displaying nat- ural friendliness to people he met, whether a stranger or acquaintance. He was always ready with a charm- ing smile and a genuine and spontaneous 'hello', on the streets, in local stores or offices. He was born on Scugog Island, September 2, 1890 and was raised on his father's farm, Concession 10. He received his early education on the Island and in Port Perry, but moved to Toronto at 20 years of age. In 1917, Mr. Aldred joined the Royal Flying Corps and went overseas in 1918 as a pilot. Following the First World War he married Lucille Prentice in 1919. In 1923, Mr. Aldred joined Proctor & Gamble Ltd. and worked out of Cincinnati first and later on in Minnea- polis. He returned to Toron- to in 1933, but already a year later in 1934 he and his Prince (Too late for week of April 17th) Three weeks ago the church congregation truly appreciated the daffodil array with its deep meaning and colur provided by the "'Cancer Society" for which I hope we all are interested. We are also happy when Rev. R. Brawn enrolled four new members fo the church role namely Mr. and Mrs. Fred Olsen, Mrs. Allen (Beth) Martyn transferred from Grace United Church. Brampton, and Mrs. Claire (Janet) Vernon formerly of Manchester United Church. A few persons from our midst attended the lovely service Good Friday morn- ing in Port Perry United Church. It was most gratifying to Cedar Creek Mr. and Mrs. Les Roberts spent the Easter weekend in Nashville, Tennessee. 35 bus loads of Ontario residents were down there. Mr. and Mrs. Rick Laroc- que and Richard spent the Easter weekend with rela- tives at South River. George Kilpatrick was Good Friday supper guest of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Keetch at Whitby. Mr. and Mrs. Ron Johnson were evening visitors at the Keetch home. : Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Trepanier of Toronto spent the Easter weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Victor Laroc- que. Mr. and Mrs. Norris Do- herty and family spent the Easter weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Russell Doherty near Sarnia. « Mr. and Mrs. Grant Bea- cock of New Liskeard were Saturday night visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Victor Laroc- que. Norman P. Aldred passes at 84 family first ' sbttled in Prince Albert and finally moved to the present home 258 Cochrane Street in Port Perry in 1936. Until his first retire- ment in 1955, Mr. Aldred travelled all over - Ontario for a Toronto drug com- pany. However he did con- tinue to work part time for other drug companies follo- wing his retirement. Albert note the larger congregation including many visitors assemble for the Easter ser- vice. The usual splendour of spring flowers graced the front of the sanctuary. A portion of these were the compliments of "Ives Flo- rist'" so thank you kindly. The twelve member choir directed by organist Mrs. Snelgrove rendered great music in song suitable at this season. Special parts sung by Mrs. F. Harris and Mr. C. Willes. The minister, Rev. R. Brawn delivered a little thought to the children plus followed an appropri- ate message for the adults. He also voiced a welcome to all present especially the visitors. U.C.W. are sponsoring a "Luncheon is Served" Thursday, April 25. Just phone 7471 or 3691 if in need of tickets. Sorry no tickets sold at the door. Congratulations to Mr. Stan Feasby (former Bea- cock farm) who won Grand Champion Award at County Seed Fair for highest points in four different farm grains. Many more years of mar- ried life to Mr. and Mrs. M. Pugh who celebrated their twenty-fifth wedding anni- versary spending the long week-end in Nashville, Tenn. accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Masters. Welcome home to Mr. and Mrs. Sam "Ed" Oyler who have returned from winter- ing in climate of Texas. Week-end company with Mrs. R. Snith and Mrs. Merle Murphy included their immediate relatives Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dickin- son, Mr. and Mrs. R. O'lai-, son and baby son all of Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. L. Devitt, Oshawa were with her sis- ter and husband Mr. and Mrs. L. Reacock for Good During this. time "he also © had time to help keep an eye. on his son Joel's farm on Scugog Island. In 1963, Mr. Aldred was appointed - Clerk of Third Division Court. He held this position until he resigned last year. Mr. Aldred did not part- icipate actively in munici- pal, provincial or federal ¥~ politics, despite the fact he was a staunch Progressive Conservative. However, he did participate in many local organizations and gave much of his time working and promoting for the benefit of the com- munity he lived in. ! He was a life long mem- . _ ber of the Royal Canadian ¥ Legion, Branch 419, Port Perry, Past Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge, worked diligently for the Canadian Heart Fund and the Canadian Cancer Society, and no doubt many others benefitted from his generosity and willingness to help. Mr. Aldred will be missed not only by his family, but his numerous friends in this community and the many other places he was so well known. News R Sag Friday. Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Brawn, Raglan attended special services and visited with their son, wife and family Rev. R.B. Brawns at the new manse. Success and happy living to Mr. and Mrs. Grant Beacock , who sold their home and moved to New® Liskeard last week. \ Mr. and Mrs. Earl Martyn enjoyed a visit from their family over the Easter weekend, Mr. and Mrs. John Lake and family of Oakwood and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Martyn of Toronto. Observes . strange light Community Nursing Home, Port Perry, Ontario. . April 18, 1974 Mr. Editor, On the recent Easter Sun- day Evening, I was resting on my bed gazing out through the north window, > when I was startled to see a strange light in the north east sky. I quickly sat up as I watched it grow in Blume like as if it was the sun setting in the Eastern Sky. I then looked through the west window for the setting sun, but there was nothing but heavy black clouds. The light in the east had now blossomed into fullness, when I could see that up in that blue Eastern Sky were billowy white clouds floating swiftly eastward, and the setting sun in the west behind -those black clouds was beaming across millions of miles in space to those floating clouds in the East, truly a brilliant indi- rect Eastern Sunset. I won- der if anyone also witnessed the same. R.B. Smallman er -- a a Ayr emp ot ein ert ¢