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Roy Povey, as the town crier, officially sounded the bell to begin the annual Chamber of Commere fireworks display on July 1. As always, the fireworks, held at the Port Perry lakefront was a big hit with the large crowds. SAA po ¥ Roger Watson (on keyboard) and Paul Griffen provided musical entertainment for the enjoyment of the many people who walted for the July 1 fireworks to start. The fireworks at- tracted large crowds to the Port Perry waterfront park at the Scugog Library. Retired teachers meeting The Superannuated and Retired Women Teachers of Durham Region North met at Sunderland United Church on Wednesday, May 10. Mrs. Grace Hastings, president, welcomed everyone. After singing of Grace and the Queen we enjoyed a delicious roast beef dinner prepared by the Sunderland United Church women, Mrs. Hastings, the guests and the executive. Roll Call was answered by fifty-six members. Mrs. Keitha Richards brought greetings from SWTAO Area 7. Mrs. Aileen Shier, on behalf of Mrs. Olive MacDonald, our STO District 28 representative brought greetings from that organization. You never know what con- stitutes a winner in a lucky draw. All in a bit of fun, "Who has six or more rings on her fingers?" "Who is sitting on a chair tied with a yellow ribbon?" "Who has a run in her nylons?" "Who has the oldest coin in her purse?" "Who is wearing dangly earr- ings?' Six lucky ladies each received a plant. An amusing poem comparing a mother of yesteryear with the mom of today was read by Mrs. Olive Dewell. One mom enjoyed her rocker, the modern mom is off her rocker. Mrs. Marion Johnson had a most interesting display of antiques - what mother used. Don't discard anything, ladies. Wat you are using today will be * LOCA L: a valuable antique tomorrow. * Mrs. Eileen Slute introduced EDITO RIA L. the Guest Speaker, Reverend Keep yourself informed... Nancy Waterman, presently ser- Read the Star weekly! ving at Epsom, Utica, and Good- ETE PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, July 5, 1989 -- 59 wood United Churches, is a graduate of Emanuel college. She chose as her special study The Quaker Jails & Justice services. This took her to the Toronto Don Jail. A vivid description of a trip to that institution enabled one to feel the isolation, the frustrations, the rebellions of those who, of necessity are cut off from family, friends and community. Rev. Waterman pointed out that there must be sympathetic understan- ding but along with it an effort to help the offender to realize his ac- countability to society for his deeds. How, important it is to teach our youth that we must always be ready to give an ac- count of ourselves. We cannot blame our homes, parents, friends or community. The first step to freedom is ad- mission of wrong, followed by a «desire to make restitution and to fully recognize the rights of others. Mrs. Hastings thanked the speaker for her most interesting address and presented her with a token of thanks. Mrs. Marion Johnson presented a lovely petit point picture to Mrs. Hastings thanking her for her able leadership these past two years. Mrs. Johnson becomes the new president. Reports were received from the Treasurer, the Goodwill Representatives, and the In- surance Convenet. After the singing of O'Canada we were dismissed each one receiving two daffodils, thanks to Jan Nowakowski. 4) + POLITICAL We Deliver The | * SPORTS * FEATURES Happy Birthday Wednesday July 5, 1989 Lots of love from Nanny & Pa