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Mr. Grant Rundle, Mr, Lewis McLean, Mr. John Brock, Mr. Alex. Woods. We are pleased to learn that Rev. 8. C. Jarrett is recovering from his The Band will be at the Rink on Christmas Night. Mr. Lewis McLean i§ home for the holidays from Knox College. , The Band will be at the Rink on Christmas Night. Miss Marion Foster, of Toronto, is visiting with her parents. Don't forget the Lindsay<Port Perry Hockey Match this Thursday night at 8.15 Mr. John Leask, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Leask and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Davey were in Lindsay on Tuesday attend- the funeral of the late Thos. Warrian, The Band will be at the Rink on Christmas Night. en 0 es HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT The commencement exercises of Port Perry High School took different form this year. On Monday 'and Tuesday evenings of this week the famous historic pictures, "Nell Gwyn" and "The Blue Boy" were pre- sented at the Town Hall under the auspices of the High School. These were splendid pictures. "The Blue Boy" which was in colors, being one of the most attractive ever presented here. On Monday evening the prizes were presented as follows: For Household Science, donated by the W.C.T.U., and presented by Mrs. Farmer: Form II--1 Dorothy Davey, 2 Annie Farmer; Form I--1 Laurine Gibson, 2 Helen Vickery. The 1.O.D.E. Scholarship, donated ~ by Scugog Chapter, and presented by Mrs. Geo. Jackson: Dorothy Davey. The Carter Scholarship, the Di- plomas, Entrance Prizes, Art Agri- culture and Farm Mechanics prizes were presented by Mr. E. B. Walker, Chairman of the Board of Education. The Entrance prizes donated by the Board of Education, the Art prizes by Miss L. M. Harris, and the prizes for Agriculture and Farm Mechanics by Mr. Follick. The following is the list of prize winners, Agriculture -- Vegetable plot--1 Ivan Wallace, 2 Inez Fralick. Flower Plot--1 Margaret Black, 2 Dorothea Nasmith. Farm Mechanics--1 Grant Robertson, 2 Merlin Gilroy. High School Entrance --1 Lillian Murphy, 2 David Walker, 8 Beverley Smallman, Art--1 Annie Farmer, 2 Retta Miller, 3 Irene Barker and Jean Switzer. Miss Valde Hortop was awarded for passing into High School without examination, having the highest re- cord on her year's work in the class. Next year it is hoped that this commencement exercises will be con- ducted in the Assembly Hall of the High School. Teachers and scholars have done exceeding well under the present dif- ficult school conditions, ----0 00 MOORE MENTIONED FOR TARIFF BOARD Toronto Globe The final meeting of the Cabinet at Ottawa preparatory to the Christmas vacation was held this afternoon, and the majority of the Ministers are ar- ranging tonight to spend Yuletide at home. Right Hon. W. L. Mackenzie King has recovered from a slight cold and presided today at Council. The Finance Minister, Hon. James A. Robb, is leaving for a brief sojourn in West Indies. He has been in] ¢h with an outstanding Ontario an for the Chairmanship of the Ad- y Board on Tariff and Taxation, ] will be vacated by Right Hon, Po It is stated that Raymond | (arithmetic) | Vernon (H); mie Before purchasing sleighs, call on me as I have a limited number of sleighs to sell at a bargain price. C. SWITZER, PORT PERRY. r---- eee. THE VANISHING SHOVEL (Toronte Globe) Controller Joseph Gibbons, in his illuminating address at the City Hall nomination meeting yesterday, put his finger on a changed civic condition when he said the day of the working man with a shovel is passing. He recdlled that the city in the past had spent a great deal of money with a view to creating employment for the workingman, At the same meeting several candidates actually spoke of the need of public works to provide "employment. - Mr. Gibbons rightly pointed out that the steam shovel and the motor of men. It is another instance of machinery replacing human muscle, The world has moved on from the pick and shovel stage in most fields of labor. A couple of decades ago the Toronto City Council set a mini- mum rate of pay for day labor, and doubtless contributed something thereby to saise the standard of liv- ing in other employments. Today the steam shovel lifts the earth from builders' excavatioh, and does it rapidly and economically, The man, with muscle finds work else- where, perhaps in the factory that was more cheaply built by the use of better machinery. Mr. Gibbons ad- vised his hearers to educate their boys for a trade or profession, as the shovel jobs are fast disappearing. Coming from a Labor representative in the City Council, his advice is doubly interesting, WHITBY TAKES STEPS TO SE- CURE $3,000 LEGACY OF LATE COL. FAREWELL FOR ERECTION OF A HOSPITAL At a joint meeting of the old Whitby Hospital Board and the Citi- zens' Committee appointed some time ago to secure information regarding the erection of a hospital in Whitby, it was decided to take definite steps to secure if possible the legacy of three thousand dollars left by the late Col. J. E: Farewell, K.C.,, Crown At- torney and County Clerk, for hospital purposes here, provided that within three years of his death the County of Ontario and the Town of Whitby, or either of them, shall have built, undertaken and commenced to build a hospital in Whitby. Col. Farewell died on Dec. 30th, 1923, so that the legacy, if not taken up, would lapse in less than two weeks. . A Committee will interview the executors of the estate in Toronto and lay before them what steps have been taken in the matter of a hos- pital, and what is proposed to be done in the future. If it is possible to se- cure the three thousand it will prove of valuable assistance when hospital financing is being arranged. The meeting by resolution voted to accept the offer of a lot in the north end of the town for a new hospital building, so generously made by Miss Thompson, and the donor promised to have the deed transferred at once for that purpose. \ Several other important matters were discussed by the joint Board and Citizens' Committee with a view to securing action as quickly as possible ona question that has been hanging fire for many years. After the executors of the Col. Farewell Estate have been inter- viewed another meeting will be called. se) eme---- A negro woman of mammoth pro- portions and inky complexion was in an automobile accident... She was transported to a hospital, where she soon regained consciousness. The doctor, seeking to comfort her a bit, said to her: "You will undoubtedly be able to obtain a considerable amount of damages, Mrs. Johnson." "Damages!" said Mrs. Johnson. "What Ah want wif damages? Ah got enough damages now. What Ah wants is repairs.'-- es () (Oe. PROSPECT SCHOOL REPORT Christmas Examinations Sr. IV--Gertrude Barker, (H.) Jr. IV--Jean McClintock, (Hi); Leslie Smith (H.); Jack Stevens, (arithmetic.) = Sr. III--Frank Manderson (H.); Horace Webster (H); Maudie Smith (H); Bruce Manderson (H); Bert. Gray (absent 8 mos.) Br. Ti--Archis Gray (H); Kather- ves, ine Rea: Jr. II--Bobbie Vernon (absent); Martin, Marian Smith, 1--Paul Martin (H); Harold Harold Gray (H); Jim- truck now do the work once by scores |, PORT PERRY STAR, FOR SALE A cutter, also parlor cook stove in good condition. Both cutter and stove are to be sold reasonable. Ap- ply to H. W, Boynton, phone 189 1-1. es ON ment STRAYED i To the premises of the undersigned lot 4, con 10, Scugog, August 1st, two-ear-old red steer. Owner can have same by proving property and paying expenses. Apply to Stanley Ploughman, R.R.8, Port Perry. 000 STRAYED ; Strayed to the premises of George Clements, Seagrave, a black and tan hound, on Dec. 3rd. Owner may have same by proving property and paying % eee) () (perme. FOUND A rabbit. Apply to Arthur Asher. aren () () (pee A LETTER FROM THE WEST Broadview, Sask., Dec. 17, 1926 Dear Mr. Farmer: At a meeting of The Presbytery of Qu'Appelle, held yesterday, for the Induction of Rev. H. 8. Cobb, M.A., B.D. into the pastoral charge of]! Wolesley, I discovered that Mr. Cobb was formerly a Seagrave boy, who remembered me addressing a meeting held at Seagrave, to welcome home a number of returned soldiers of whom he was one. With that occasion for our starting point our thoughts were soon jumping capriciously from one recollection to another until we realized ourselves transported to scenes of other days amidst the peo- ple of the Port Perry district. Mrs. Cobb's home is in Bowman- ville, Ontario. A little later we were introduced to Mrs. Bowlby, the wife of Wolseley's leading druggist, to whom we men- tioned our former meeting with Mr, Cobb at Seagrave. And to our sur- prise again, we learned that Mrs, Bowlby, nee Miss E. J, Wallace, had formerly lived at .Rose's Corners. Consequently I felt that I must let you know that, out here in Saskatch- ewan, Port Perry is very ably repre- sented and warmly remembered. Mr. Cobb begins his pastorate in Wolesley under very favorable au- spices, He has a fine congregation which entered into, local union four years prior to the actual consum- mation on June 10th, 1925. As a man, Mr Cobb is alert and energetic, and brings to his task in Wolseley a splendid literary and theological pre- paration which, .coupled with his manifold charm of mind and heart, augurs well for the spiritual growth of his ministry. We are still. holding the fort at Broadview. .. And I am thankful to say my health is excellent with no symptom or suggestion of my former trouble. For the past four years I have conducted three services every Sunday. Mrs. Black is well and active in work among the girls of the con. gregation. Last Saturday they held a very successful Bazaar. Evelyn is now a young lady and has made good progress in school work and in musie. We trust that all in your family circle are in good health and prosper- ing. We often speak of you all, and think and imagine. Mrs. Black and Evelyn unite with me in kindest regards to all, and in every good wish for a Merry Christ- mas and a Happy New Year. Yours sincere friend, W. H. Black. -- | i -- Editor's Note--We are évry pleased to hear from Mr, Black and to know that he is well and happy in his new surroundings in the West. ean) (eee UNITED CHURCH Rev. William Higgs, Minister Dec. 26th--Public worship at 11 a. m. and 7 pm. Christmas messages. Sunday School at 8 p.m. Y. P. League at 7.30 Monday. Prayer Service at 7.30 p.m. Thursday. Prince Albert Church Sunday School at 2 p.m. Public worship at 8 p.m. Special music. EL] FERRETS FOR SALE Healthy Brown Ferrets, cheap for quick sale. Apply to Norman Bur- nett, Prince Albert. me () (He ene PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHES Rev. W. L. Atkinson, Minister THURSDAY, We Wish AU Christmas and ¥ A Happy i fe fq rs So wh © 5! iH O28 gs 5 i 8 § only to such claims of which notice shall have been given as above and the said Knox will ble fot the said assets or ereo; any person or persons of whose Merit or claims notice shall not have been received b, Harris & Harris, at the time of vB distribution. ; Dated at Port Perry, Ont. this 4th day of Dec. A.D. 926, / : HARRIS & HARRIS, Barristers, ete. Port Perry, Ont. I. R. BENTLEY Optometrist Jeweller and Stationer PORT PERRY ROBERT BALFOUR & SON have opened a well stocked Butcher Business inthe ROLPH BLOCK, PORT PERRY Phone orders promptly delivered Bell Phone 245 Customers will recelve courteous attention. Choice meats of all kinds in stock. Prices Right. Dec. 26th--Services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. conducted by Lewis Mac of Knox College. Sunday School at 8 p.m. Christmas concert under auspice of the Sunday School, Thursday, inst at 8 p.m. in the basement church. 7 r A Real Money-Maker A Toronto Farm Engine is a real money. churning, sawing, grinding, shelling corn' maker becatse it cleans wii sme filling the silo, apescily and with much Toronto Farm Engines are well-built, simple in operation, run economically on kerosene or gasoline. A Toronto Engine, Saw and Grinder make a fine time and labor-saving team. I'll be glad to explain their many desirable features to you or droyoud ing i MILTON STONE, Seagrave, at THE AURA LEE Store Christmas Goods in Great Variety. Navel Oranges, sweet and juicy, per dozen, * 40c., 50c., 60., 70c,, 80c,, and $1.00 Lemons, choice ones, per dozen ........... California Grapes, red, per 1b Dates, very choice ones, per Ib ........ Layer Figs, per Ib ... TIT California Celery, nice bunches, each ... California Lettuce, nice heads, each * Mixed Nuts, best grade, per Ib Peanuts, fresh roasted, per 1b Brazil Nuts, per I ..... "Almonds, per b.......... Mixed Candies, per Ib .. .- Jumbo Creams, per Ib ......... Lady Caramels, per 1 .... Cheoolate Drops, per 1 ..................80c. Chocolate Caramels, per 1 ................30c. Licorice, assorted, per b..................40c. Cranberries, per 1 .,.......... 16¢ --Nelison's Chocolates in Fancy Boxes 350., 600., $1.00 and $1.50 each _ Special for FRIDAY onl, : Nh % ™ Ne ou, 12 varieties Top 60c. + ve 100 on 9-1 Large list to select from. Bell Phone 120 r 2 wishes ~ A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year We thank you very much for your patronage dur- ing the past year. Dowson Bros. PROPRIETORS PORT PERRY PUBLIC SCHOOL First Sessional Report of Third Class. Maximum 900. Honours 675. 60% 540. * indicates the number of examinations missed. Junior Third Reta Willard Doris Suddard Norma Hooey Jean Harrison Rodger Oke Sidney Smallman Allin Dowson Roswell Wakeford Mabel Ryan Terry Woods Lillian Kight--avvvsvivivess James Read John Farmer Ada Woodcock Billy Cawker Bobby Carnegie Sam Naple Lorne Beare Audrey Balfour Robert Ewers Donald" Campbell Marjorie Platten and Harriet Platten, recently-enrolled. Senior Third Marion Tinsley Norma Turner .. Mary Smallman . Bobby Woods .... Alice Hayden .... Billy Oke ........ Noreen Roach Emma McKinley: Catharine Sutcliffe George Greaves Cleveland Kight Gertie Druean........... .e Florence Greaves Bessie Dunn, recently moved to ' Detroit eee) () Qe HAY PRESS AND TRACTOR - FOR SALE Hillside Dairy all its Customers I» and greys, also in We will be pleased to call and see our goods, You should order SUIT NOW See our attractive line of OVERCOATINGS We have special lines in blues tweeds. ve you We Do All Our Own Werk. Cleaning Je Pressing one. W. T. Rodman Merchant Tailor Over Tel. Office Port Perry ~ COMIN A. J. Da it, Port i a a At or Ort E. Luke, 167 Yonge St., Toronto, to be at his 16. He has been coming here for over 25 years. Don't forget the date. F. E. Luke 163-167 YONGE ST. TORONTO A Lunloty lw a. lard \ A Graduate Optomerist - is here --at your service-- and no fee is ¢ | for . examination or advice Power International Hay Press and | Fordson Tractor. Outfit includes set ! extra heavy Toboccan sleighs, drive | . belt and runners for tractor, All in first class running shape. Easy terms,' : Apply to Lorne G. Duff, R.R.2, Port f Perey. ¢ W. A HARE Optomerist : 3 King Street, Oshawa or Leonard Blk, Port Perry, every THURSDAY she Business Taken Over W.R. WILLAN erchant Tailor ~~ Wishes to announce that he has taken over the W. H. Doubt tailor business and is Prepared to look after the needs of the men of tnis vicinity, A good line of hand for your "prices very low. t us do to your satisfaction, .. - PRESSING BLONG BLOCK AND CLEANIN Suitings and Overvontingiea tion, and you your tailoring." All work guaranteed NE PORT PERRY (Upstairs opposite Simpson's) : & & K .e