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"MORRISON'S DRUG STORE The Background of Your Rooms . of Supreme Importance No furnishing, however beautiful, will appear to ad- vantage against a background that is unappropriate or out of] A dimly lighted room, sunless by day, an colored walls means depression of spirit and nerves. New pretty wall paper helps a lot. We have many a. choose from. Let us estimate how much value we can give you for little money. = © : E 5 Maki Jeweller and Stationer We have a full line of Field and Garden Seeds on hand. RED CLOVER" ALSIKE TIMOTHY ALFALFA and SWEET CLOVER an Government standard. If. you need any of the above this spring 'we will be' pleased to have you call. We, always try to keep a full range of groceries, of first y Ave * quality; on hand. - ; ., i" Have you tried 'a ak of Reindeer Flour. - It is good. We can also supply. you Aid a good pair of bootg-or Our prices on all the abgve products are right, and we satisfaction or your money refunded just ely as Ne take it. . '| al information. However, I was busy in those days; and 'not acquainted we were , 1 did not write. Later, on looking over some old ! ings re the Sons of Temperance, | Isaw that S. Farmer, Uxbridge, Ont., about 1895, was the District Scribe of | the District Division of North Ontar- {io. Then I recalled that S. Farmer was a representative from Uxbridge Division, at the Grand Division held in Whitby in 1896. This, together with other items, led me to believe that the S. Farmer of the Port Perry 'Star and the S, Farmer, formerly of Uxbridge, were one and the same per- son, hence this letter. . 'You may remember me as the G.S. of the Sons of Temperance, with my home in Whitby. I retired from that position in December, 1899, owing to || failing health, and went to Manitoba, where I engaged in farming on a small scale yntil 1920. In 1906 I was il} an organizer for the G.G.G. Co, and was Shareholders' Auditor until the amalgamation with the' Alberta Ele- vator Co., forming the United Grain Growers' Limited, in 1917. In March 1918 I had "strokes" and have been unable for work-since. - Other illness. in the family made it necessary to give up the farm, and move out here, where it is warmer. In my 68th year I had to learn to write with my left hand, but though this is awkward, I am glad to be able to write at all. Strokes affected my speech, and most of my right side. I have partly recovered, but must be very careful. Glad, however, to be able to read by the hour, talk a little, write a little, and walk a little, --very little among these hills. Hav- ing a good memory, I do not lack for employment or enjoyment. A short time ago I again read "On the Shores of Scugog" witherenewed interest and enjoyment, and again de- cided to write to you, and give you some information of which I have certain knowledge. My father came to Reach in 1843, worked at Prince Albert for Mr. Boynton for two years, as foreman of their big farm in summer, and mana- ger of their stables in winter, In these stables there were often nearly 100 teams over night. Many of them came from Eldon, Fenelon, Thorah, ete. Thus he personally knew practi- cally every settler on a wide range of country. In 1865 he settled near Greenbank, on the farm recently, and, so far as I know now, occupied by ex- 'Councillor Alex. Leask, and directly te the McMillan property, ad- the farm owned by your pres- ent Warden McMillan. Here I was born in 1850. Quite early my father to take me to market, to fairs, d etc., and owing to his wide acquaint- with early settlers, I had t that | Holdershaw, E. Burton, E. Luke, Jos.| | Ward, J.> McGeoch, T. tlers near en This district I define as gn the rear of the 9th, the 10th, 11th, and the frdnt of the 12th Concessions, and eld as rear of the 12th, and the 18th and 14th Concessions: ¥ The Bairds, Geo, Patterson, and N. or L. Houck settled on the 13th and 14th Concessions, n § ostown-n now. Saintfield, as . Wilkinson, father of Geo. Wil kd founder of the once famous Wilkinson Plow Co., Jerry O'Leary, father of Timothy O- Leary, for several years Reeve of the Township of Mara, Warden of the County in 1888, ward Asling, Jas. Harrifigton, C. | Blakely, the kGreggs, H. Robinson {with several sons, all of whom moved to Minn, U.S.A, in 1861 or 2, some sons being killed in the Civil War), also the Truaxs, Fergusons, Crawfords, Me- Arthurs, Ewens, .John Richardsofi, who was drowned when the "Hungar- ian" was lost about 1862. Ed Mur- phy, T. Desmond, A. Bagshaw, James Graham, for several years Reeve of 'Reach, and later Reeve of Scugog,and Warden of the County in 1879, ahd others whom I do not now recall, Re Saintfield settlers, though not amongst the earliest, Wm. Penhall bought South half of lot 13 inthe 13th con., shortly before the Russian War, got 40 acres cleared and in fall wheat, yielding 40 bushels an acre, and sold just in time to catch the top price of $2.60 per bushel, thus realizing in the first crop several times;as much as he paid for his farm. Needless to say he never repeated t Eaerionce. As to Greenbank "vicihity; Davi Cragg with his three sons, Da Timothy and David, also settled here in 1833, seems to have been the first, followed soon by Bassingthwaightes, the Stilwell's, the Wells' the John- son's, John Ianson, John McLaren, the Aslings', the Cowperthwaites, (known locally as Cobblethwaites' Cobbletrots, Cobbles, even Trotle- trots and other variations), and pro- bably others, as I well remember Isaac Cragg's big log barn, built in 1837, as indicated in the gable in full view of the road, showing that sev- eral settlers were then available to erect it, In the early 40's came T. Jamieson and sons, Geo. Horne (my grand- father) and sons, the McMillan's, in- cluding gradfather, uncles and father of the present Warden of Ontario County. R. Allen and sons, the eld- est James Allen still living at the age of 98, in Uxbridge. [saw him in July of 1920. He and hig wife had then just celebrated their 63rd.-wed- ding anniversary and I recalled that I remembered them both before they were married. His youngest brother George and his wife were celebrating their 50th anniversary that week, James told me. James Allard could give you much information about the North Reach early settlers. In the 40's also came Henry Bewell (my father), A Spring, John, James and William Warrain, Joseph Lee, John Phoenix, John and William Real, Geo. O'Leary, Jas. Watson, George Markham, C. Vanallen, T. Ganton, John Beare, the Bagshaws, Frank Ward, Wm. Tomlinson, Wm. Jack and others. In the 50's came the Leasks, the Love's, the Stone's, Michie's, Robert -Clide, H. 2, J. Wagner, Jas. Scott, J Salter, I. hairy S. Braund and pro- Toe of July 1850 " gives a to my grandmothers, on csping] from {he bush into the Horne clear- ing he saw trees falling all around, especially on Allan's hill. He ran | some 40 rods to the Horne home, | where he found my grandmother, some of her family, and 2 lady friend from Uxbridge, watching the destruc- tion from the windows. Feeling sure the house would collapse, he at once '| ordered all hands to the cellar, They obeyed instantly. He was following, and was partly down holding the trap door above him, when the house col- lapsed and was blown away bodily, at least every log except the bottom log partly covered with earth. It was generally conceeded + that his rather stern procedure avoided the occurance there of fatalities, In 1853 my father bought the farm from my grandmother and we resided on it. until March, 1856. » Re Whiskey at raisings, bees, ete. Greenbank Divison, Sons of Tem- perance, has always deservedly re- ceived credit for the styong temper- ance sentiment in vicinity of Green- bank; but an incident about 1848 or9, made an impression and paved the way for active work for the Society when it arrived. Joseph Lee the founder of Methodism"at Greenbank, decided to build a large log barn, everybody was invited to raising, about 120 came. It was known that Lee had advanced temperance views, but no one supposed he would dare to disregard. traditional custom. The raising was fixed for a Monday. Soon after the help gathered it was noised about that no liquor was provided. Lee was coaxed, threatened, etc., but of no use. "He would not provide liquor even if the barn was never raised." Despite this the large ma- jority concluded to proceed, as they all had much work at home, but eight of the neighbor settlers, some of whom did not care for liquor, (my father among them), would not stand for such an innovation, declared the barn should not be raised until liquor was provided. As soon as a log was put up those eight and their sympa- thizers pulled it down, in no case al- lowing it to remain to logs high. This continued all day Monday and until 5 p.m. Tuesday, yet Lee would not yield. At that hour the eight held a caucus, and as they all had urgent work at home, and personally liked Lee, they decided to yield and so turned in and helped and the barn was raised before they left that Tuesday night, thus was founded the sentiment that later on the Division developed to such a remarkable de- gree. Re Hotels. While 24 was probably the maxi- mum at one time, I remember when there were 22 in operation, yet there were others, before and after. I re- member only two in Prince Albert; as Scott kept where Boynton's had kept. In Manchester there was a third hotel, The Revere, kept by B. Plank, commonly called "Thol." Be- sides hotels named in book, I remem- ber at least the following in Reach: Isaac Cragg's hotel on the Brock Road, between the 11th and 12th con- cession, kept by John McMillan in 1856. It was cut off from highway when Brock Road was closed, April 15, 1859. Earliest Hotel in Utica was kept by Seth Claughton, the second was opened in 1861. Victoria Corners hotel, kept by C. Galbraith in my time. Stretton's hotel at Stretton- ville, between Epson and Uxbridge. At Epsom (Jockey Hill) there were Ensigns' hotel and English's hotel. I have often heard my father speak of an Annual Town Meéting held in Ensign's barroom, so densely crowded that the floor collapsed and all landed in the cellar, except a few that were seated on the window sills. No fatalities 'however. 'tr--() ( (rp-- * UTICA NEWS Mrs. Earl Howsam, of Greenwood, spent a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Kerry. Mr, W, J, Mitchell spent a few days in Oshawa last week. Miss Norine Hortop visited with fA Frank Kendall recently. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Pilkey, of {neers vised with relatives may require usin yields you nesdt meTet assistance 5 you for such Es purposes is an STANDARD BANK Port Perry Branch, - Cambray, to attend the celebration of the golden wedding of her brother, Mr. Wm, Webster, at the home of his son. There were about sixty present. Mr, and Mrs. Webster were married fifty years ago at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Goard, of Mariposa, by Rev. A. Clark, Bible Christian minister. Congratulations to Miss Irene Mar- tyn, High Point, on obtaining honors on her examinations at Port Perry High School. Mr. Fred McKay is gaining a wide reputation with his improved sawing machine, We are pleased to hear that Mr. Wm. Worden is much improved in health and hope to see him up town again soon. We have already written so mach on success and how to obtain it, that more on that subject need hardly be said. Mr, Howard Martyn has purchased a fine span of horses from Mr. Chas. Hall. Mr. Grant Christie shipped a car- load of 75 of his prize sheep to a farmer in the United States. We were all pleased to hear the choir give their special music on Sunday evening. The many friends of Mrs. Belknap will be pleased to know that she is home from Lindsay again, after an absence of several months with her daughter who has been ill. Mr. Howard Martyn and family have moved to the Hannah Farm at Myrtle Station. The Star joins with their many friends is wishing them success in their new home, Mr. Josiah Smith has the contract for the supplying of wood to the school. Mr. Angus Kirby is on his rounds cutting wood for his neighbors with his sawing machine. ----)() ae NEW GOODS In walking through the stores one is struck by the great variety and at- tractiveness of the dress fabrics shown. Every year brings its new creations, and Dame Fashion has the looms constantly weaving new offer- ings for her shrine. * Among the more recently of these productions are the fololwing: "Wool Crepe," a delightful fabric in quiet colors--navy, brown, sand and grey. Suitable for pleated skirts, dresses, ete. "Crocodile Silk," an attractive fab- ric in bright colors--honey dew, blue, with shot effect, lavendar. By a peculiarity of the weaving this silk is given the appearance of crocodile skin. Very pretty effects can be se- cured from crocodile silk in the mak- ing of blouses. Another pleasing fabric is "Trim- ming" silk, being of moire back- ground, with a satin overstripe. The colors are striking, such as lip-stick, Mexican brown, etc. The name of the goods indicates its use. "Sport Homespun". comes in pretty shades of gray with blue tones and stripes. Very suitable for skirts, dresses, and sport suits. Ratine with silk stripes comes in dress lengths--in tangerine, blue and white. A pleasing product of the loom is "Egyptian Silk", a fabric something after the pattern of the old Paisleys, but with more clearly defined con- ventional designs, suitable for blouses Flat Crepe of pure silk are very rich and quiet in appearance, colors navy and black. tren (YO re | MRS. MARY ROGERS CELEBRATES HER 103rd BIRTHDAY. Saturady, March 1st, 1924 was an afternoon well to be remembered by the many and neighbors of Mrs. Mary Rogers, « of Hiden Valley, H. G. Hutcheson, Manager day. Her eyesight having failed her two years ago, it is necessary to tell her who is speaking, although in many cases she was apparently able to recognize the voices of a number during the afternoon. Her first response was: "And how art thee and .all thy family?" show- ing a keen interested solicitude mani- fested for her fellowmen. Rev. Dr. Morrow, pastor of Oakwood Metho- dist Church, was present and read a portion of God's Word from Psalms 82 and 83. As he drew his chair ~ close beside her in order that she might hear clearly, she raised up so eagerly in her chair and was seen with her little arm to reach up to her snow-white cap on her head and draw it back from her ear so that she might catch the word of the Psalmist. Dr. Morow, referring to the occasion, said in part: "To him it was a most unique incident, friends gathering from east and west, north and south, one not knowing the other was com- ing to pay tribute in life to one who had been spared, guarded and surely guided by a Heavenly Father through the ups and" downs, smiles and tears, joys and sorrows of those one hun- dred and three years, and still trust- ing and only waiting for her call. Is it not an example for us in younger life 2" Grandma Rogers then joined. with him and repeated a favorite hymn. "That is just it," said Dr. Morrow. "It covers all that I have said, and more than anything else I could say." He then asked that all join in singing one verse of "What a Friend we Have in Jesus." All then bowed in prayer led by Dr, Morrow. Coffee, sandwich and birthday cake was then served during the afternoon. This was in charge of her daughter- in-law, Mrs. E. R. Rogers, assisted by her grand-daughters, Mrs. George Weldon and Mrs, Marvin Rogers. In all, some fifty or sixty people passed in and out of the home during the afternoon and evening. About thirty relatives took tea and remained for the evening. Grandma Rogers' last family rela-" tive, Mrs. Susannah Rogers, a sister, died last summer at the home of her son, Mr. Hiram Rogers, of Woodville, at the age of 98 years, gnd whom she missed at the birthday. At about four o'clock Mrs. Rogers showed signs of wearniness, and re- tired. Those of her own family present were one daughter, Mrs. John Moase, Port Perry, Mrs. E. R. Rogers, on the homestead; Mr. David Rogers, Linden Valley. Two daughters and one son, unable to be present were Mrs. Agnes Weldon, Lindsay; Mrs. Libby Cody, Sask.; Mr. James Rogers, Michigan. Others present from a distance were Mrs Brown, Port Perry, an old friend, formerly Miss Maxie O. Burn. Some fifty-five years ago Miss O. Burn taught in the Knob school, then situ- ated on the southwest corner of the late Wm. Rogers' farm, and boarded with the late Wm. and Mary Rogers. It stands today as a landmark in Mr. E. R. Rogers' yard. Others present were: Mr. Alston Greenway, Clark's Corners, Sask.; and his bride (nee Miss Reenie Cullis) Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Coad, Mrs. W. Weldon, Mr. A, Glenney, Mrs. E. Me- Elroy, Lindsay; Mrs. Janet Rogers, Kingston. ; Many letters and cards of congratu- lation were received during the day from friends who could not be pre- sent. A beautiful bouquet of roses was sent by the Ladies' Aid, Oak- wood; a double hyacinthe by Mrs. E. McElroy, a box of various kinds of fruit by the members of the U.F.W.0. also fruit by the Mission Band. She had for days previous to her