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Watch this Space | Next Week. MORRISON'S DRUG STORE Brig ten Up Your Rooms ith New Wall Paper. We haveall the newest patterns in Wall Paper. Pretty Chintz for the bedroom. Tapestries to suit all the different tastes al Roun, and Tiles for the Kitchen or Bathroom. These | are very moderately priced you will do well es. We also a special sample book of higher priced papers for room lots, ask to see these beauti i thinking 'of something special. x : P---- ' Jeweller and Stationer We have a full line of Field and Garden Seeds on hand. RED CLOVER . ALSIKE TIMOTHY - ALFALFA . and SWEET CLOVER All 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 : 2 quality, on hand. Have you tried a bag of Reindeer Flour. "It is good. We can also supply you ith a good pair of boots or shoes. Our prices on all the above products are right, and we ~guarantee satisfaction or your money unded just freely as we take it. ~ J. F. McCLINTOCK Ontario 7 tiful papers if you are jzed that education creates wants that industry and commerce must supply, that advances in general cul- ture mean higher standards in living merchants and manufacturers. cation and wealth are closely inter- related, and it is excellent business practice for any community to make substantial and increasing invest- ments in its schools. eres () () (feet . BE KIND TO ANIMALS This is a week in which it is being brought to the attention of the peo- ple of the United States that they should be kind to animals, The fact is that the bulk of the people nowadays know but little about animals. They don't own any unless it be a cat or possibly a dog. Both these animals are petted by the owners and tolerated by the neighbor, Horses have gone out of fashion and the auto substitute does not seem to inspire affection--although there is a certain kind of pride that is will- ing to show that the "old tin lizzie" can go some. But all this does not help the modern youngster to grow up with any appreciation of the great part animals have had in promoting civilization, and adding to the com- forts of humanity. Nor does it give the child any idea of the faithful friendship which animals have shown to humanity. . At present our estimate, of animals is frequently guaged by their com- parative usefulness as human food, their ability to provide sport for the hunter, their capacity to be trained to amuse mankind, or their menace to the human family as vermin or pests. Much hig been written about the cruelty in animal training and it is certain that the animal acts which the public applaud most loudly are frequently a great cruelty and misery to the animals. ' If children show a liking for ani- mals and proper facilities are avail- able for the comfort of the pets, it is good training for the children to have the care of the animals, But it is very cruel to have half starved, ne- glected pets. | ¥ GIRL GUIDES AT UXBRIDGE Mrs. S. S. Sharpe spent a few days last week visiting friends at Brant- ford, and attended the annual meet- ing of the Provincial Girl Guides Association at London, Ontario. She has been appointed Divisional Com- missioner for the County of Ontario. | A troup of Girl Guides-will shortly be organized -in Uxbridge as the re- sult of her visit, also in other parts of the County. mene) (eee CHARGED WITH ARSON Michael Rosack, an 18 year old | Russian, who was arrested on March | 11th by Provincial Officer Taylor, on the nominal charge of vagrancy, was | examined at the Ontario Hospital by completed early in 1925. ' the line he said, would be carried on this summer, and in the early months of next year the line would be in ~} operation. In reply to Mayor Trick's 'application for reduced fares on the Oshawa Street Railway, Sir Henry said, that the Board of Directors was unable to grant a lower fare at the present time. . Mr. L. O. Clifford introduced the deputation which consisted of Mayor Trick, Geo. Morris, J. Ln Whattam, R. C. Henry, W. C, Smith, of Oshawa; Mayor Basset and J. W. Kenny of Whitby; Mayor Holegate, M. J. Elliot, J. W. Hynds and W. C.Caverly, of Bowmanville. _ --Ontario Reformer. ese) (pre GRAFT The following editorial is clipped from the Whitby Gazette: Where will it end? As one picks up the papers from day to day and reads of the"carnival of graft that appears to have been in progress in official circles. "higher-up" at Wash- ington, and the irregularities which have been brought to light by the in- vestigation now proceeding before the Public Accounts Committee of the Provincial Legislaturey one wonders just how far the general grab for "easy money" will be shown to have gone. Certainly, in view of the reve- lations already made, the general pub- lic can be pardoned for being mighty suspicious that gross dishonesty was practised by some prominent men. The Government gives evidence of its inténtion to push investigation to the limit. But that is not all that is needed. 'Those "big" men who are convicted of what is nothing less than theft ought to be punished My long prison terms. The man who steals poultry to the value of a few dollars or who is found guilty of shopbreak- ing, frequently receives a sentence of three up to five years' confinement. Too often the man who gets away with thousands of the public's money is allowed to serve a few months and then receive his freedom on parole; because he has friends at court. Not long ago the Brenners, father and son, were convicted of embezzling three-quarters of a million dollars. One of them served a few months, the other less than a year, and so farthe public has not been given a satisfac- tory reason for their release. It has been said that public opinion is not sufficiently crystallized in disapproval of dishonest administration of others' funds, and that the world looks too lightly on the man who is smooth enough to "get away" with dishon- esty. This is so, but it is also true that there is an undoubted tendency on the part of those entrusted with the administration of justice to deal too lightly with the "big" criminal. . LJ ». So long as the public look upon their representatives as men who are to "get something" for their con- stituences and political friends, there will be graft. Editor of the Star. sme (WY Ore---- MAKING PREPARATIONS TO PAY FOR NG A CITY. Debentures will be advertised in the Saturday issue of the Financial Post amounting to $530,000 for the City of Oshawa and tenders will be called for from brokerage houses on Wednesday, April 9th. Circulars will be sent to all the bond brokers or at least to thirty of the principal ones. The $530,000 will include pavements, sidewalks, sewers, water mains, Simcoe Street North, School; grand stand, new water tower .| and pumper. . ree Opies EFFICIENCY CHART By Miss M. McMillan in Ontario A tiny speck in the current breaker * can kill the engine. A skilful and careful driver will avoid all dangers and complete his jour- . ney safe and sound. You Good food. Clean teeth. Good eyes. Out door exercise. Good posture. No constipation Frequent baths and plenty of sleep. Balanced meal, fruit, milk, and vege- tables. 2 Chew food thoroughly. Strong will power. Cheerfulness Drink plenty of water. Self control and reliance. Perseverance and courage. Fair play and tolerance. Good physique. Even temper. Play well. Hard walker. A tiny germ may cause fatal illness. A strong character will be master of his body and deliver his soul un- defiled at the end of life's journey. eG Om BOARD OF "EDUCATION The regular meeting of the Board of Education was held at the school on Wednesday evening of last week. At the time the following letter was received from Mr. Geo. Stone: Port Perry, March 31, 1924 To the Chairman and Members of the Board of Education: Ladies and Gentlemen; The time, I believe, has fully come when it is my duty to withdraw from the staff of the High School. There are so many ways, impossible to me, in which a much younger and more active man could make himself useful and exercise a beneficial influence in his intercourse with the young péople, especially the boys, that I cannot but feel that it is in the interests of the school that the change should be made and I therefore tender my re- signation, to take effect at the close of the present term. And yet the successive boards under whom I have served; the people of the town; the many, many pupils who have passed through the school dur- ing my time of service; and in fact all with whom I have had to do in con- nection with my duties as teacher in Port Perry High School for now up- wards of forty years, have treated me with unfailing kindness that I confess it is not without a sharp pang of regret that the inevitable and in- exorable march of time and events compels me, in the interest of all concerned, to sever my connection with the school. Thanking the members of the pre- sent board for their kindly considera- tion, I am, Ladies and Gentlemen, Your obedient servant, GEO. STONE. The board regretfully accepted the resignation and appointed a commit- tee to prepare a suitable memorial of appreciation of Mr. Stone's long and faithful service, and make proper provision for the presentation of the same. ------ Qin SAEGRAVE Special Easter services will be held in the Seagrave Methodist Church at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 20. A short play will be given entitled--""The Challenge of the Cross." Good music including solos and duets. Everybody welcome. SCUGOG will be held |® on \ oii want 0 remit any amoubh np tu: flty dellant, 'Orders are as cents; $50, eighteen cents, You can get Money Orders at any branch of this Bask. STANDARD BANK Port Perry Branch, My BEAVERTON Mr. T. R. Ferguson, Inspector of Public Schools of North Ontario, has notified the trustees that unless bet- ter schol accomodation is provided, the Government grant will be with- drawn. Last year the grant amount: ed to $1291.87 and the Inspector re- marked: © "The loss of this grant would make nearly- as much differ- ence as the debenture levy for a new school." It is worthy of note that the modern demand has been to have the Govern- ment supply a large proportion of the funds for education, highways, and similar public necessities. The logical out: of this d d is that the Government shall largely decide how the money is ta, be spént, and in turn make certain demands upon the ratepayers. e--C (pi UTICA NEWS Mr. James Bentley and daughter, Marjorie, are spending a while at the home of Mr. Gordon Bentley. Mrs. Oxford, of Toronto, is spend- ing a short time with her daughter Mrs. Russell Harper. Roy, Ola and Dorothy Medd, spent Sunday with Lulu Rusnell A very pleasant evening was spent at the home of Mr. Gordon Bentley when a birthday party was given for Ryerson Gibson. The evening was spent in games and music and all re- port a good time. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Clark and family spent Sunday at Port Perry. The Prince Albert people are giving their play at Utica, entitled "We'll have to mortgage the farm." It is to be given next week. Watch for particulars later, ASHBURN Missionary night at Burn's Church Community Club, on Thursday even- ing last was fairly well attended. Mr. Fred Hicks, President, having moved away, the Vice President led the meeting. Mr. Lambert of Brooklin, formerly a pupil of Sifton School Home, also spoke on the work of the School Homes, and the great benefit to foreign children attending these in- situation, made possible by the W. M. S. Miss Florence Luke spent the week end at her home in Kedron. Quite a number from here are ill with colds. * Mr. William Day of Port Perry was in the Village last week. Frogs croaking is a delightful sound to every lover of country life, and the birds in the early morning all tell us "Spring is here." Sram} eirumaen RAGLAN Mr. and Mrs. R. Squelch are visit- ing the latter's niece, Mrs. (Dr.) Garfelt, of Burford. Miss Verna Bingham spent the week end in Toronto and Claremont. Mr. and Mrs. F. Dring were recent visitors in the City. Miss G. Hodgson and Mr. Robert Hodgson, were Sunday visitors with their parents. Mrs, J. McGaffey and son Lloyd, of Lindsay, visited her sister, Mrs. J. E. Evans, recently. Mrs. H. Sperran and daughter, Beulah of Orillia, called on her cousin Mrs. J. R, Brent, one day last week. The Ladies' Aid will hold their an- nual tea and concert on "Good Fri- also be was spent at the home of Mrs. J. Har on Wednesday of last week, w MR H. G. Hutcheson, Manager dainty lunch served at the close. Mrs. Harper, while surprised, was very much pleased. PURELY PERSONAL Mr. and Mrs. Jiggs left on Satur- day last to spend a week at Epsom. Jiggs having recovered from an at- tack of rollingpinites. Elaborate arrangements are being made to have Dinty Moore spend the week end with Jiggs while Maggie is out getting acquainted with the neighbors. It will be interesting to hear Jiggs' estimate of "Jockey Hill." Latest report show that Smitty is to "take a position" in Uxbridge. He expects to meet the Katzerjammer Kids there and organize a baseball nine this summer The bunch will challenge any team to play an ex- hibition game on the Port Perry 'grounds. Entries received at the Star Office until December 29, 1923. The Gumps have recently moved from Chicago and have taken up their home at Utica. 'It is said that they will open the social season with a dance in Memory Hall. Special coal oil lamps are being secured for the occasion; and the whole community is on tenter hooks for fear somebody won't get "a bid" 'to the dance. Lakey's store has done a rushing business in new ginghams and all the free fashion sheets have been taken. Rumor has it that one or two of the more daring leaders of "society" are sending to Brock's for the the De- signer; others are putting in orders for the Delineator and some of the new crocodile silk at McIntyre's. But of course, you can't believe all you hear. We shall watch with interest for further rumors regarding the big event. The Bungle family have heard of the good sucker fishing on the Non- quon Creek, and being law-abiding citizens have decided to postpone their trip until June 15th, when the fish- ing season opens. Tillie the Toiler is to start house- keeping shortly. Her business at present is hunting for labor-saving housekeeping appliances. How would a return to the simple life be instead? Buttercup having cut another tooth, Toots and Casper are busy looking for suitable breakfast foods. The little darling: is much enjoying the advertising pictures, but as not set- tled which form of sawdust will break his fast. iim} rms CORRECTION REQUESTED Last week we received an unsigned letter in which the writer stated that our item regarding the death of Eva Jackson which appeared in our issue of Oectober 11th, 1923,.is incorrect. The letter says: I am informed that it is generally understood in the sec- tion that the 'little boy from Toronto' referred to is my boy, although no no name was used. As far as he is concerned the article is absolutely false, and I request you to retract the same, send me a copy of the retrac- tion, and see that it secures as wide publicity as the original." | We should like to state as follows: 'We have no wish to publish any un- true statement regarding this matter; and a signed statement setting forth the facts from the point of view of | the letter writer will receive proper.