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30- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, November 14, 1995 "Scugog"s Community Newspaper of Cholce " Rt PORT PERRY STAR URAL Roors JEFF MITCHELU/PORT PERRY STAR DANCING FOR PEACE: Students at S.A. Cawker Public School in Port Perry put on an ambitious display last Friday, when a Remembrance Day ceremony was held at the school. There were songs, skits, and dance, as well as a visit from representatives$ of Branch 419 of the Royal Canadian Legion. Service was a tribute to vets Caesarea Saturday, Eileen and I at- tended the war memorial servic- es at Blackstock. Being a vete- ran I'd like to personally thank Rev. David Shearman and coun- cillor Joyce Kelly for conducting the memorable service along with the Scouts, Legion, fire- fighters, police and Court La- dies Snow Birds. It is with great respect and sympathy we pay tribute to our comrades who didn't return with us. There is one army which made our victory a success and is seldom mentioned, is the 5th column. Our bombing had prac- tically flattened the enemy fac- tories above ground so they started building them in the earth of reinforced concrete so strong they could sustain a di- rect hit. These were self con- tained even with their own gen- erated hydro. The new jet fighter aircrafts were one exam- ple which we had seen attacking our lines of supply. We know ex- actly where the factory was but how could we destroy produc- tion. The word came through that the majority of workers lived in this particular town. That night the town was flat- tened. Only 10 per cent of the work force turned up the next day. Here is a story in reverse. When we, a group of 18 men crossed the Rhine which was the last major line of defence for the enemy at Emerick we met the colonel and he directed us to go east along this road and set up shop which we did. The hous- es in the area appeared to be on five acre lots. Some time earlier than this we were issued new uniforms strictly to be worn when our turn came up to have three weeks leave back to England. After four days in this location the infantry turned up and told us this area had not been cleared as yet and someone in the area was sending messages to the enemy. They found the equipment two doors away with a 12 year old being the guilty one. That night a shell hit very close to us and my uniform hanging in the truck which was sharp enough for the para square ended up with holes in the seat and tunic. Two days lat- er I left for the workshop unit to go on leave and they didn't have a replacement for me. So off to London I went looking like a Raggedy Anne doll and there the suit was replaced. In another four years we will be turning the clock off on this century and looking back through it. We should all hold our heads in shame. This beau- tiful planet with its trees, birds, animals, streams, rich miner- als, mountains and beautiful valleys and human life being ravished by war. Why? I guessit starts at school. Remember playing alleys and that bigger kid coming by and scooping up a handful of our al- leys? He had no moral stan- dards and with his size he be- came drunk with power. So it is in our adult life where certain people take control either through military means or through the ballot box but later become drunk with that power. They do not return the rights of the voters to a free election at their specific time. I am opposed to certain groups controlling the majority of an industry, especially news- pa per, radio and television. heir publication could give us only one view on a subject and can destroy our self thinking judgment on a matter. This early cold and snowy weather should be good for our retail merchants for Christmas shopping. Although remember that plastic money has to be paid for. Also been good this last week for deer hunting Saying of the week on peace: - It is understanding that gives us an ability to have peace. When we understand the other fellows viewpoints, and he un- derstands our, then we can sit down and work out our differ- ences. Harry Truman Joke of the week - The owner of a family run restaurant had a disability insurance policy and had broken her leg. On the claim form under "Reason un- able to work" she wrote "Can't stand to cook." Family night Nov. 18 A Church Family Night will be held on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m, starting at Uxbridge Bowling Lanes where you can bowl two games with shoes for $5, then following the bowling, there will be games, movies and cookies at Greenbank Church. Everyone from the community is welcome to join in the fun eve- ning. If you intend to bowl, please call Janice Lee at 985- 2562 by Nov. 17 so lanes can be booked. Next Sunday, Nov. 19 is the Youth Groups' Breakfast at the Church starting at 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. For tickets please contact any member as soon as possible. The Greenbank Church Choir is busy preparing a "Mer- ry Christmas Cantata", to be held on Dec. 3. So mark your cal- endar for this must to attend. Greenbank and Seagrave Cubs and Scouts are holding their annual bottle drive on Sat- urday, Nov. 18 beginning at 10 a.m. We will be collecting "re- fundable" glass pop bottles, beer bottles and cans and Beck- ers milk jugs. If you wish not to be disturbed or are not going to be home, please leave any dona- tions outside your door. Your support is greatly appreciated. The monthly euchre party was held last Friday evening with seven tables of cards. Priz- es went to: Ladies, Betty Stone, Doris Evans and Earla Stan. field. Mens: Willie Stone, Larry Doble and Harry Hill with lucky draws to Verna Draper, Mary Jean Till and Larry Doble. The next euchre will be December 8, Greenbank 8 p.m. in Greenbank Hall. The Women's Institute will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 1:30 p.m. at the home of Betty Stone. La- dies of the community are wel- come to attend. Sometime during the rains and wins of the weekend, the Kennedy family on Murray Street had a portable garage blow away, which landed up against a clump of cedars on the hill behind our house looking a lot worse than when it left. Sadie Johnson of Uxbridge and Margaret Couperthwaite attended a very inspiring Re- memberance Day Service held at Agincourt Collegiate. The Greenbank Women's In- stitute were pleased to sponsor Proviciency Awards at Port Perry High School Commence- ment held on Nov. 3. The Junior Award was received by Robyn Popovitch and the Senior Award went to Louise Bidle who two years ago had received the Jun- ior award. Congratulations to these girls. Thought for the Weel. Be careful what you wish for - your wishes may be granted. Brownies enjoy camp Bonnie Gerrow, Camille Cro- zier and Gertie Wanamaker re- ceived their Provincial Life Membership Pins at the Hospi- tal Auxiliary Association of On- tario Convention on Tuesday at the Royal York Hotel. Congrat- ulations ladies! 4th Port Perry Brownies and Guides The Brownies and Guides en- joyed their weekend at Camp Adelaide despite the weather. Special thanks to their leaders and helpers for making this weekend possible and enjoyable for our Island girls. Scugog Island United Church The Grace U.C.W. were in charge of the service on Sunday. Their theme was, "What a Song Can Do." Special music was pro- vided by the Men's Chorus un- der the leadership of Bruce Ger- row with Carol Edgar on the piano. Refreshments and fel- lowship were enjoyed following the service. Lectionary Bible Study Group will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 1:30 p.m. The High School Supper Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. I ---- Scugog Island Choir practice will be held on Thursday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. Junior Choir practice will be held on Friday, Nov. 16 at 4:30 p.m. Children in Grade 1 and up are welcome to join. The Youth Group will meet on Friday, Nov. 17 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Official Board will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m.atS.I.U.C. Mark your calendars now with the date of the Hanging of the Greens Party - Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at S.I.U.C. Watch for further de- tails. all 985-8871 with your news for next week's column. mer