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Watch your label; it tells whem your Subscription expires. $1.60 So ros 'Y advance : 6 cents a single copy PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JUNE 7th, 1945 " : : ® ® ~ EDITORIAL Provincial Elections Such is the patriot's boast, where'er we roam, his first, best country ever is at home.--Goldsmith. WHAT WILL JOHN SMITH DO? When John Smith went to war in 1940 he was a clerk in a grocery store, earning $15.00 a week. But John was an intelligent youngster, and his promotions were rapid. And the rise in his pay was rapid, too. Is John going to come back to his job at $16.00 a week? This is a very practical question; and both John and employers of men like John will have to face it. The Government is helping in education and further training; but the fact remains that John will likely have to be content with a smaller in- come in peace than he enjoyed in war. The same conditions will affect war workers. War created a state of emergency. Cost could not be considered, the risks that had to be con- sidered, the risks that had to be faced were too great for cost bargaining. Normal times will gradually bring normal conditions, and greater care will be exercised in financial affairs. "THE KING OF CANADA It does seem ambitious, and a wee bit danger- ous, to expect King George the Sixth to become personally responsible as King in Canada. We are a most outspoken people, with but little reverence for high office. In a crisis where the King became involved, the present high regard for His Majesty could easily be marred. As for the idea of partial residence in Canada by the King, it appears to be inspired by our own ; sense of our self importance, with but little 3 : regard for the comfort of the King and Queen. A Governor-General will serve us very well as yet. THE DOMINION WAR RECORD As there is to be a vote on Dominion affairs next Monday, it is timely to review Canada's war effort, for actions speak louder than words. Other nations among the Allies are outspoken in their praise of the Canadian contribution. This is particularly true in Britain. The outstanding feature of this contribution has been Canada's Air Traihing Plan, with al- most sixty per cent. of the graduates Canadian. That single department cost 'more than the entire Canadian expenditure in the war of 1914-1918. Air power has been one of the greatest forces for victory. E On land and on the sea, Canadians have done a noble work. In all the armed services there has been a total of almost a million volunteers. - To belittle or deny these facts for mere political gain is to be unfair to the men and women who have done so much to maintain our freedom. And to refuse to give credit to the Canadian Govern- "ment for its leadership in this magnificent con- tribution, is short sighted. During all the six years of the horrors of war in Europe and the Pacific we have lived in peace and plenty. Indeed, as a people, we have pros- pered. . For political purposes, all that has been done can be set aside; and, in some cases, abuse may take the place of appreciation. _ Such a course is making it extremely difficult to secure the services of intelligent, on mii ing men as parliamentary representatives. Even in days of settled peace, such an attitude is extremely disturbing. But to-day with all the uncertainties that are about us, dog-fight politics will spell disaster. Cqol judgment and a real de- sire to be of public service are essential to Can- adian well-being now as never before. The pro- blems are not merely local. They are world wide; and we shall need men of broad outlook to deal with them. ; BENS The Canadian people have 'made a magnificent contribution to the common victory in Europe. The Liberal administration can say with honesty and justice: : | This is the Government which has directed Canada's war ef- fort at home and abroad. This is the Government which Gy during the war worked out a program of full employment knowledge. : sense | . VOTE SINCLAIR E ~. and social reform. ge These things are now a matter of record and of common : On the basis of its record 3 ger the choice of Prime Minister King's LC party to form the next Government of Canada is a matter of just plain | Let the Liberal Government Jmnish its work : + VOTE LIBERAL afte KC GORE 14h We any have room for a very brief report of the Provincial ections, in which the Progressive-Con- servatives were returned to power with a sweeping majority, having gained 66 seats out of 90; Liberals 11; CCI 6; Lib. Labor 2, Lab.-Prog. 2; undecided 3. These figures may be changed by the soldier vote but not materially. Mr. were both defeated. Hepburn and Mr. Joliffe In Port Perry. Reach, and Scugog, the results were--: Polling Sub.-Div. Cambers Creighton - Gifford Williams Port Perry--1 _. L200 121 S63. __.24_ 2 .. oooobos 111 S96 _o__44_ 3-.. SE CE © § BU SY If + | TOTAL _____. RR < DURE 15% SN 236.0 98. REACH TOWNSHIP Utica ____.____. I SU "1; Si I § Epsom_____.___ ...b_. SF TE BY (ES Marsh Hill _.__ ________ ____.____ o_o... -Greenbank. ___. oo. 0. 62. 90... __.__.36__ Seagrave .____. eee looo_oelo__. BY. ____16_. Prince Albert... __ 2. __ 69... _b62._ ____14d.. Cedar Creek .. ____ 4... __ 40... _.19__ ___13_. . Manchester... ____ 2.0 __103.__. _b66.. ___..21__ Saintfield_.____. ol. _oblol.. B22. ____T._. SCUGOG ___._. a2. __ 68____ I oo. 18 TOTAL.__. 20. _.bY9_ BOT. 144 A MESSAGE TO THE PEOPLE OF ONTARIO RIDING To the many of you, wh o yesterday, by your votes, did me the honour of naming me your representative in the Ontario Legislative Assembly, 1 give my sin- cere thanks. A great host of friends all over the Riding have contributed splendidly to our result by most generous use of their time and efforts. justice to this loyal and It is not possible to do kindly assistance in this 'brief message, but I do hope they will accept this "assurance of my gratitude. much more than a personal success. with your continued help I realize the result is I hope that it will prove to be a step along the way to a stronger and better Ontario. T. K. CREIGHTON. x Two Teachers Leave H. S. Staff Mr. E. R. McClellan has been appointed to the Ontario staff of High School Inspectors; and Miss Lois Spooner joins the staff of Aurora High School. On Tuesday evening presentations were made by the Board of Education to both these highly respected teachers. The addresses of presentation follow. The event took place at a social gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Peel. To Miss: Lois Spooner, Teacher of Latin, in co Porf Perry High School. - Der Miss Spooner,-- You have gone about your duties as teacher of Latin and other cultural subjects, so unobtrusively, and so ef- ficiently, that we were apt to forget the unremitting labour that has been the foundation of your successful teaching in our High School these many years, One fact will not be forgotten, how- ever, either by ourselves, or by the students under your tuition--the sin- cere interest you took in the progress of each student personally. We, and they, both owe much to you for that continued endeavour to develop the best in each student. : You have done your part to set up a standard for good teaching in our 'School; and good citizenship in our Village. When the time comes for you to leave us (which we wish could be otherwise), you will leave in our Village a very tangible evidence of the years you have lived here, in that beautiful home which you have built. It will bie a constant reminder of you. That home, in its delightful setting, will be an inspiration to many another home lover as time passes. We trust that you and your mother will be happily situated in your new surroundings; and assur¢ you of a kindly welcome whenever you find opportunity to visit Port Perry. ,. Please accept this Pen and Pencil Set as a memento of the years we have happily and profitably spent together, 0 MISS L. SPOONER TAKES NEW : TEACHING POSITION There is gepepal regret among the people of this community upon learn- ing that Miss Lois Spooner is severing her connection with the teaching staff of Port Perry High School; and has accepted a position on the staff of Aurora High School as teacher of Latin. Miss Spooner has completed thir- teen years of efficient teaching-in our school. Her interests were wide re- garding the students. This was evidenced in the supervision of the Students' Council, in the direction of some twenty-five plays; and advising re the letters that have been sent monthly for the duration to the ex- students serving overseas, In all PERRY STAR } SAMUEL FARMER Editor and Publisher You have to ignore the weather if you wish to get your garden in these days. I have spinach, radishes, peas, lettuce, and potatoes all up--that is, what there is of them. However, we have had radishes out of the row for over a week now. Gardening, like farming, is a real mattey of faith and industry, Fortunately, most of us don't have to depend on our gardens Tor a living. We'd be a hungry lot if we did. * * * There is one good radio regulation, We have two days' rest from political news (7) just before clection day. Those are the days when you are supposed to do your own thinking. i There's plenty to think about, so don't waste the time, . * . So] Soon the war correspondents will Be home from Kurope -if the fires of wir do not break out again. Man is quite evidently a fighting animal. * * * In the 1943 famine in India, it is estimated that three million died of starvation and disease. In all that terrible suffering, the sacred cows were allowed to roam the streets of the cities unmolested. DAY by DAY Jottings by the Editor were untouched for fear of defilement, Religion, wrongly applied, can be a terrible curse. It may be an awful thing to say; but in India (where 80,000,000 are chronically half-starved) a famine may be a blessing, very much in dis- guise. Here is what a Hindu official suid: "Irom a strictly economic point of view, the 1943 famine was a failure, It killed only three or four million people, which means that it still lagged far behind the birth rate. And that means a few handfuls less rice for everybody next year." And to think that with common in- telligence, and abolition of religious prejudice, the tragedy of famine could he removed in India, ~ Canadians, "count your many bless- ings", ce * * * Special training in mechanies and in industrial research is to be con- served for the public good. The men who know how will help to solve the problems of production and distri- bution. The day may come when Dead bodies | their knowledge will be used to eliminate famine and discase by scien- tific use of the resources available, special activities of the school, such as "Open Night" Miss Spooner took a leading and most helpful part. Nor did she neglect her share of church duties; but was active in the work of the C.G.L'T., and was a teach- er in the Sunday School of the United Church, In the removal of Miss Spooner, Port Perry loses an efficient teacher and a good citizen, Our good-wishes for the happiness of Miss Spooner and her mother will go with them when they go to their new home in Aurora, -- To I. R. MeClellan, Principal of the Port Perry High School, Dear Ernie,-- The happy relations between the Port Perry Board of [Education and yourself have long since removed for-| malities, and you are known to us as, "IKrnie". This speaks volumes for our mutual understanding and our' mutual high purpose--the best edu-! cational program that can be given' to this community through the agency of the Port Perry High School. For six years we have worked together for this purpose. We have worked 4ogether under your leader- ship" We shall not forget these years of gbod fellowship. Nor shall we forget that in '1945, our High School had attained a proficiency that was at once a model and the envy of many another High School throughout the Province of Ontario. As the years pass, we shall look upon "Open Night" as an anniversary of our mutual good Work, under your happy guidance. We have gained a specially fine Rural High School. You have gained the most pleasing promotion in your profession that your heart conld wish---your appointment as High School Inspector (Agricultural De- partment). In that office you will have a rare opportunity for the fur- therance of that practical and cultural service whieh has been so well exem- plified in our High School. We con- gratulate you most heartily. We do not know how much we owe to Mrs. McClellan for all the good work that has been done; but we do know that she has an understanding heart; and we shall miss her bright pregence from our community, when the time for moving finally comes. Mrs. McClellan, please accept these flowers as typical of the beauty of your home companionship. Mr. McClellan, this gift is one of constant remembrance, By its use vou can spread the knowledge of your bing Leourage. happiest and most useful ideas. By its use, you can let us know from time to time how life is using you. May it record the fulfilment of your heart's fondest desires. ERNIE McCLELLEAN, TEACHER Life brings its difficulties; but it also brings its blessings. Among the latter most happily must be classed a good teacher, Good teachers are more numerous than most people suspect, However, it is one thing to be able to impart knowledge; but it is quite another thing to be able to impart acceptable knowledge to students who are eager to learn. To inspire the will to know is an art; to make possible the teach- of acceptable subjects requires vision, Mr. McClellan has in large degree made the High School curriculum at i Port Perry broad enough and useful enough to fit the needs of the com- munity. In this he has had the active support of the loeal Board of Kduca- tion, and of the Department of Kdu- cation for Ontario. - To pioneer in any respect in public education requires resourcefulness and Mr. McClellan has both; and he has the happy faculty of seeing an opportunity, and making valuable use of it. Changing views of life have played into his hands; and he has, in the Port Perry High School, been able to advance the practical, without neglecting the academie, the cultural. 2 Under thig leadership, our High School has made such educational "success in the community, that many other High Schools in the Province are adapting the new ideas to existing systems. All this ig very fine so far as the High School is concerned; but there is "a fly in the ointment" -- Mr. McClellan is going to leave us. He has been appointed a High School Inspector (Agricultural Department) for the High Schools of Ontario. We are glad for him; but sorry for ourselves. We should have been more sorry were it not for two facts, The first is that in the six years of Mr. MeClellan's leadership, he has put the community service idea on a sure and popular footing. The second fact is that, as an Inspector, he will have a particular interest in Port Perry High School, and will be proud to see ad- vancements in its educational service to the community. The members of the Board of Edu- cation fully realize the importance of the change in teachers that must now be made; and are taking every precattion to see that the good work of the School is continued; and that the appreciative interest of the stu- dents shall be maintained. Notice of change in DeNure Bus Lin | | PORT PERRY, ONTARIO South Bound--Read. Down Subject to Change without Notice Effective--June 1st, 1945 Daily Paily e Time Table North Bound-- Read up Daily except Daily 4 § srry il t i Ra Datly Recent ly pan ¥ excep except Daily except Daily Daily Except St £0, g sa, 3 3 st Sun. Hol. Sun. except Sun. except Sun. Sun. Sun. & ons ol Sun, S94 Hav, ou Tol. il sun o Holr- Sun. Hol. Hol. Sun. and Hol. Hol. Hol. Only Hol. P M. P.N P.M A M AM. AM. AM a.m. a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. a.m. np ! 1 oy Lv. Ar. i i 5 Cr 29.40 9.45 8.00 5.00 i... 1.16 10.00 ..... GAT nee 6.00 .... Port Perry ... 7.25 9.40 ... 12.55 ons 24h... 6.15 6.56 11.40 12, 10.00 8.16 0.16... 1.30 10.16 ... 8.00 ..... G16 Raglan ..... 7.10 9.256 1240... 4.30 consis 6.00 6.40 11.25 12.26 10.06 8.20 6.20 wo 1.36 10.20 8.06 ..... 6.20 Columbus ........ 7.06 9.20 .... 12,255. 4.26 5.36 H.6H 6.356 11.20 12,20 10.15 8.30 5.30 8.36 1.45 10.30 10.45 8.15 7.40 6.30. .... N. Oshawa ... 6.656 9.10 10.40 12.25 3.30 4.16 5.26 5.46 6.256 11.10 12.10 10.25 8.40 5.40 8.46 1.55 10.40 10.66 8.26 7.60 6.40 ..... Oshawa ove, 6.45 0.00 10,30 12.156 3.20 4.06 5.15 5.36 6.16 11.00 12.00 ' "Ar. Lv. The 6 a.m, and 6 p.m. Trips from Port Ferry will operate on public Holidays if Factorles are working in Oshawa. Note ! The 6.46 a.m. and 6.16 p.m. from Oshawa will operate on public Holidays if Factories are working in Oshawa i Please Read Schedule Carefully to Avoid Confusion. Coach leaves Sebert House, Port Perry end Gray Coach Line Terminal, Oshawa. ' Connections at Oshawa with Gray Coach Lines for the day shift only at Pickering Plant Special Weekly Rates for Workmen and Students, J Parcel carrying a gpecialty.. 4 "Every Voter should use the franchise on Monday | Ontario Riding Vote--Creighton 8613, Gifford 7629, Williams 7009 L rs ~ i Far El ee a i. y