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| ® pe ---------- remem ao ! - -~ " dining room, flanked 'with baskets of fred, Mrs. J. Jebion, Toronto, & Elsie, - .ter Ellen, of England. was unable to attend. - born in Reach Township, and are still * sented Mrs. Raines (on behalf of the ' 53% THE PORT PERRY STAR Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JULY 21st, 1960 $2.00 Per Year, Single Copy 5¢ Local Couple Celebrate 50th Anniversar Saturday, July 2nd was a very happy occasion, when Mr, and Mrs. . Dear Mrs. Raines: First of sll. may we, the members home, on: the seventh concession of congratulations on this wonderful ' Reach Township. Nineteen mémbers' of the immediate family were present for a family dinner at 1 p.m. The roses and peoniea made a very at- tractive setting for the celebration. The bride, becomingly gowned in a grey and blue tereylene dress, wore a corsage of yellow roses, a gift from the three grandchildren, and. pinned on the bride, by her only grand- daughter, little .nine year old Diane Raines' of Peterboro, The bride wore the gift of the groom, a beautiful pearl necklace, with matching ear- rings. : : Three sisters of the bride were present for the event, namely: Alice, Mrs. J. McConachie, Toronto; Winni- Mrs. Earl Walton, Newcastle. A sis- Many of the older people of the community would remember Mr. Raines' brothers, who were also pre- sent. Mr, Richard Raines of Peffer- law, who is in his 92nd year, and Mr, Frank Raines of Peterboro in his 90th year. Both these gentlemen were enjoying fair health. Their wives accompanied them. During the afternoon and even- ing many friends, and neighbours, called to extend best wishes. Amongst the many guests were the Hon. Mat- thew B. Dymond, M.L.A., Minister of Health for Ontario, and Mrs, Dy- mond. A telegram of congratula- tions was received : from the Hon. Leslie M. Frost, Premier of Ontario. Mrs. McConachie of Toronto, sister of the bride, poured ted, at the at- tractively arranged tea -table. A three tier wedding cake made by the bride's sister, Mrs, McConachie, a- dorned the centre of the buffet, with golden candles on either side, Those assisting with the tea were the bride's daughter Mrs. 'R. Lee, daughter-in- law, Mrs. M. Raines, sister Mrs. Wal- ton, and neice Mrs, J. Carnochan, Guests were present from Toronto, Peterboro, Pefferlaw, Newcastle, Scarboro and Port Perry. Approxi- mately onet hundred and fifty guests called to extend greetings to the po- pular bride and groom of fifty years. The bride, the former May Eliza- beth Robinson, of Brighton, England, was married to Frederick Joseph Raines, of Reach Township, at the Port Perry Parsonage, June 28th, 1910, by the Methodist minister Rev. Robert H, Leitch." Mr. and Mrs. Raines spent the first six years of their married life, in the home now occupied by Mrs, Wm. Parry on the seventh concession,' moving to the present farm in 1916, where they have been residing ever since. This farm has been in the [Raines family for over one hundred years. Mr. Raines built the residence they now occupy in 1925. Mr. and Mrs, Raines were blessed with two children, a daughter Fran- ces, Mrs. Ronald Lee of Toronto, and a son Merlyn of Peterboro. Mr. and Mrs, Raines were the re- cipients of many beautiful, useful gifts. The family presented them with a Westinghouse refrigerator, and the bride's sister gave them a lovely table lamp. : On Monday, July 4th, the Honeydale Women's Institute, as well as many friends and neighbours of the Raines family, spent a pleasant afternoon with Mrs, Raines in her home, Mrs, Raines and daughter Frances, re- celved at the door and gave all a friendly, gracious welcome, After "best wishes" were extended to our hostess, and the guest book signed, a short programme ensued, with Mrs, N. Williams leading an old time sing song--musical numbers of fifty years ago. The President, Mrs, Bryant then ealled on Mrs, J. Owen, who pre. W.1.) with Institute cups and saucers. Mrs. L. Honey read the following ad- dress: occasion, When we think of a golden anniver- sary it is usually with a feeling of great surprise at first, that two peo- ple whom we love and work with have already reached this remarkable milestone. Then we begin té think back nver the years, and recall happy occasions, which we have shared, and the memories there are, to associate with you and your home. Your close neighbours will per- haps remember the wonderful aroma of home baking from a friendly kit- chen, and the lovely garden from which fruits, flowers and vegetables came in great quantities. They will remember also the good times with your children, who were such a credit to their parents and to the community, Very close neighbours say that one vivid memory they keep is that of Mr. Raines cheery whistling as he went about his farm work. Above all are the memories of all your friends who are here, and those not here who are thinking of you at this time. We think of your unfail- ing cheerfulness, and devotion to our work, and of the many kindnesses which you have performed as a mem- ber of the Institute, Old times, old friends, How dear are these To treasure now, in memories, Whatever marked each passing day, Has left its imprint on life's way. We wish you and Mr. Raines many more Anniversaries in good health and happiness, and as a momento of our visit to-day, we ask you to accept this gift from-- ' Your Institute friends. Tea was served with Mrs. E. Wal- ton, sister of the bride, pouring. Those who assisted are as follows: Mrs. McConachie, Toronto, Ms, R. Lee, Toronto, Mra. M. Raines, Peterboro, and Mrs. J. Carnochan, Mrs. F. War- ren, Mrs. T. Kight and Mrs. G. Hill, Port Perry. Mr. and Mrs, Raines are still very active, and maintain a lively interest in community affairs. Our very best wishes for continued health, and many more happy years to-gether. Cartwright Council News The regular meeting of the Cart- wright Council was held at 8 p.m. on Monday, July 4th with all members present. A brief of the minutes of the last meeting was read and ap- proved. Mr. Glithero of Caesarea Was pre- sent with request for service in the form of mowing vacant lots and fill for certain spots, ete,; also requesting a raise in the usual Municipal grant to the Lake Scugog Regatta Associa- tion from $175.00 to $200. Same was approved later in the meeting, Letters from Mr. Jackson and Mr. North, cot- tager of the Scugog Bay area was read, requesting Council to settle a dispute with regard to Township al- lowance and another party claiming same to be his private property by right of possession, Council agreed to meet some opportunate time when farm work was not so pressing to get first hand impressions of the situation, Clerk was instructed to interview sur- vey branch of the Dept. of Lands and Forests, Mr. Bruce Colwell and Miss Mary Weller. were present, volunteer- ing their services and those of Jim Green as Municipal Lifeguards, and requesting Council to give them the necessary authority to enforce the curtailment of any hazardous activi- ties with regard to people, hoats or automobiles at the Caesarea pier and the bathing area at the side and also at the Community Park. Also re- questing a couple life rings or preserv- ers. On motion of Merrill VanCamp and Fred Trewin, Council approved said motion which included the ap- proval of a grant ot $200 for the Re- * * Fred Raines celebrated their 50th of your Institute giotp, offer to er gatta Association out of which they wedding anniversary, at their farm and your husband our most sincere' are to purchase two more life pre- servers for water safety at the pier. A request for a small pier at the park was disapproved by majority of the Council. The tenders for Municipal Building Inspector were opened and are as fol- lows: Frank Gibson, Reach Twp., $200 plus 10c. mile; Jas, Hedge, Nestleton, $60 and over ten buildings $5 per; Frank Staniland, Blackstock, $300.00; John Arscott, Nestleton, $6.00 plus $6 per inspection and 10¢. per mile. Moved by Bert Gibson and seconded Lawrence Malcolm that the Tender of Jas. Hedges be accepted at $50.00 per and an extra $56 per building over ten in one year, Committee of Lawrence Malcolm, and the Clerk with the new Building Inspector sitting in, was ap- proved to revamp the proposed Build- ing By-law, drawn from a copy "of Building By-Law for Manvers Twp., and prepare it for final passing at a special meeting near the middle of July. The Road Supt. then reviewed at length with members of the Council the proposed construction for 1960, and discussed certain changes which seemed sensible considering circum- stances. Moved by Merril VanCamp and 'seconded by Bert Gibson that a resolution be passed authorizing the transfer of money from one construc- tion project towards the purchase of the new Township Lot at the south- east angle of lot 12 in the 6th Conces- sion, which was purchased from Mr. Earl Dorrell for $760; and also for the purchase of the new tractor mower. - On motion of Lawrence Malcolm and Bert Gibson, the Clerk was instructed to call Tenders for the sale of a pile of top soil which has been stripped from the lot. - Carried. Closing date for tenders to be b p.m, Tuesday, Aug. 2nd, 1960. A motion by Councillor Trewin and finally seconded by Bert Gibson that major construction on the West Quarterline be postponed until after fall to ascertain whether the Dept. of Highways might be using said roadway in the reconstruction of of the Causeway on 7A Highway, and if not used by then, that this piece of road be given first consideration for next year and in the meantime a ditch be run down the west side of the road toward the corner from the southern culvert adjacent to his pro- perty. Carried. A letter from the Minister of High- ways, acknowledging the petition signed by the Council and Ratepayers of the Township of Cartwright, re- questing reconstruction of 7A High- way and the Causeway, was requested brought to the attention of the inter- ested persons in the Township. It was stated that bids were being ad- vertised for this week or next and that the award date for the contract was scheduled for mid August and the conditions called for an early start on the Causeway. The resignation of Bert Gibson, as Municipal appointee to the Port Perry Memorial Hospital Board, as received with regrets and the motion of Merrill VanCamp and Lawrence Malcolm requested the clerk to write to the board and explain that the opinion of Mr. Gibson was en- dorsed by Council and.that they dis- approved of unwarrented pressure be- ing used to railroad a pension plan by the employees, after practically un- animous disapproval on the part of the Board members, and at present it was found impossible to locate anyone willing to accept an appointment to same. A letter from Mr. R. A, Perrer was request acknowledged, Council discussed issuing Relief to Mrs. R. Buschlen since the illness of her hus- band in Toronto, Bills of $10,363.04 were ordered paid on motion of Lawrence Malcolm and Merrill VanCamp, and carried. Of the above--Roads accounted for $6246.96, a final payment on the Grader of $3,274 and General balance af $843.08, Adjournment followed and the next regular meeting is Tuesday, Aug. 2 at 8 p.m, V. Malcolm, Clerk. At The "HOCKEY" Dinner 2 Pr Ln --_------ Mr, Jack Roxborough, President of C.A.H.A. applauds while Barry Howey examines the trophy presented to the Juvenile "C" Hockey Club, while the right hand picture shows Mr. Roxborough presenting the trophy to Doug McMillan, captain of the team, at the "Meet the Champs dinner last week. Former Resident, Darrell Spence, Dies in Victoria, B.C. Darrell William Spence, well-known city clothier and a past president of the Kiwanis Club, died early last Mon- day at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. He was 78 years old. Born at Port Perry, Ont., in 1886, he first came to Victoria in 1907, but left the city the same year for Doug- las, Alaska, He returned here in 1910 and for a time was employed by Fitz- patrick and O'Connell, clothiers. In 1912 he formed a partnership with Frank Doherty and was co-man- ager of the firm's Toggery Shop at 1105 Douglas which was since moved to 763 Yates, Mr. Spence took an active interest in sports and was the organizer of a junior"hockey league at the old Wil- lows arena and a junior baseball league. He is survived by the widow, Fran- ces, 3002 Leigh Road, Langford, and three brothers and four sisters, all living in Ontario. The funeral services were conduct- ed by a former Port Perry boy, Rev. Dr. J. L. (Lewis) McLean. County Has 3,000 Population Increase The population of Ontario County increased by slightly more than 3000 from 1968 to 1969, according to a re- port by County Assessor Gordon Hepy ditch. In 1968, the population of the county, which excludes Oshawa, was 64,882. In 1969, the total was 67,969. Incidentally, the municipality with the largest population is not the county town, as many suppose, but is the Township of Pickering, with a population of 16,176 to Whitby's 11,- 043, Following is a table of the popula- tions of the various municipalities for 1968 and 1959: Municipality 1968 1959 Towns: Ajax 7,082 8,013 Uxbridge 2,236 2,811 Whitby 10,648 11,948 Villages: Beaverton. 1,111 1,156 Cannington 1,012 1,066 Pickering. 1,606 1,754 Port Perry 2,212 2,210 Townships: Brock 2,873 2,811 East Whitby 2,416 2,664 Mara 2,886 2,429 Pickering 15,727 16,176] - Rama 883 864 Reach 2,880 2,896 Scott 1,776 1,811 Scugog 377 388 Thorah 1,030 1,104 Uxbridge 2,628 2,679 Whitby 6,366 6,895 TOTALS 64,882 67,959 Former Minister & his? Children Killed, Sudbury A former minister of the Pente- costal Church in Port Perry and his two children died in a head-on collis- fon while driving to Manitoulin [Is- land for their vacation, Rev, Harold Williamson, 27, pastor of Willowdale Gospel Tabernacle, and his three year old son were killed when their small car collided with a 1-ton truck. His 19-month old daughter died in hospital after the collision on Hwy. 69, south of Sudbury. Mrs. Williamson, whose parents re- side in Oshawa was treated for cuts and bruises and later released. The truck driver, Wilfred Abouss- afy of Toronto was charged with neg- ligence. He said that a dog which was chained in the truck had broken loose and leaped on his shoulders. Mr, Williamson wag born in Inger- soll, Ont.,, and graduated from East- ern, Pentecostal Bible College. Foll- owing his graduation he served as pastor in Port Perry and Windsor. Congratulations Congratulations to Little Miss San- dra Healey of Scugog who won a Sono-Lite in the third Elmer Limerick contest, Sandra is eight years old. of Myrtle. Sunday morning. A popular Prince Albert girl, Miss Gail Hodgins, was widely feted prior to her marriage to Mr. Stanley Glass of Port Perry last Saturday. A group of Gail's teacher friends were among the first to surprise her with a shower held June 22 in the lovely home of Miss Marie Hay, Tor- onto. During the evening the bride was the recipient of many pretty ar- ticles. Food and fun ended the party. On June 26th, a close friend, Miss Gloria Fralick was hostess of a var- fety shower in the home of her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Fralick, Scugog Island. The living room was turned into a bower of bridal loveli- ness. A contest "Press Report" con- ducted by Gloria started the fun of the evening. The guest of honour then commenced the happy task of un- wrapping the many useful gifts. The bride assured each friend that her present would occupy a special place in her home. A delicious buffet sup- per was served with the Bride's mo- ther, Mrs. Hector Hodgins pouring tea. She was assisted in the serving by Mrs, M. Fralick and Gloria, Mra. Don . Crozier, Mra. Douglas Crozier, Mrs. Geo. Smith, Misses Marilyn and Sharon Crozier. Members of the teaching staff of "Queen Alexandra School" Toronto, of which the bride was a member, arranged a unique presentation of a towel set to the bride. The bride ex- pressed her sincere appreciation. A pleasant party was held on July 3rd in the home of Mr, and Mrs. Les- lie Moore (nee Glass) at Thornhill Members of the Hodgins and Glass families, Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Taylor, Miss Gloria Fralick were among the guests as well as the bride and groom- elect, A miscellaneous Community shower was held in the Snelgrove home, July 4th. Mrs. B. Snelgrove, Mrs. Wm. Peel and Mrs. J. Brain were the hos- tesses, At nine o'clock Gail, who had been previously asked to another meeting, entered the house to dls- cover a large turn out of well wish. Bruce Pascoe was taken to Oshawa General Hospital by Brignall's Am- bulance Service where he was found to Prince Albert Bride Honoured With Many Pre-Nuptial Events { Bruce Pascoe Injured in Gar Accident Mr. Bruce Pascoe, Port Perry, re-' have broken vertebrae in the back. ceived back injuries when helost con- | trol of his car on Highway 7-12 north The accident occured early The car in which Mr. Pascoe was "driving left the road and sideswiped a tree. The car was completely de- molished. The accident was investi- gated by Constable Ray Goodwin of the OPP, Whitby Detachment, ers; it was a real surprise! Gall was ushered to the decorated bride's chair and a brief program was run off, Mrs. Wm. Peel conducted a hu. mourous Honeymoon contest and Mrs. Les Beacock read a poem. At this time Gail started the '"'undo" proce- dure with everything from a flour sifter to cups and saucers, The bride voiced her thank you in her usual pleasant manner. A liberal lunch was served to a gay gathering. On Saturday afternoon Mrs. H. Hodgins entertained in honour of her daughter, Gail. The many friends were received by the bride-to-be, her mother Mrs. Hodgins and Mrs, Glass, mother of the groom-to-be. Little Miss Jean Snelgrove presided over the guest book. The many lovely shower and wedding gifts were dis- played. Mrs, I. Moore, Miss Gloria Fralick and Miss Erica Benschop as- sisted in the rooms. Pouring tea were Mrs. F. Fletcher, Mrs. B. Snelgrove, Mrs. M. Fralick, Mrs. G. Cherry and Mrs. Wm, Heayn. They were assisted by Mrs. Wm. Peel, Mrs. K. Middleton, Mrs, R. Murrin, Mrs. I,. Murrin, Miss M, Fralick, Miss M. Hay, Miss E. Forster and Miss Merna Skerratt. Women's Legion Auxiliary On Tuesday, July 12th, the monthly mecting of the Auxiliary was held in the legion hall. The minutes of the lnst meeting and the financial state- ment were read and discussed. Dues were paid and the General Business was discussed. Plans were made for a baking sale on Saturday morning, July 23rd. Arrangements were be- gun for a bazaar late in the fall. The Auxiliary has received its charter and a social night will be held in September when the men will make the presentation. The Queen was sung and the meet- ing was adjourned vIBETERE\. + poo ~~ 'i v » ». coed LINOLEUM MAT -- Montreal artist, Fritz Brandtner, Jib the finishing touches to months of work on an unusual map of Jasper National Park, Alta, Carved and painted on linoleum, the 60 by 80 inch map covers an area of some 2,500 square miles, and will be displayed at Jasper Park Lodge this summer go that guests at the CNR resort' can orient themselves in the park. Fritz Brandtner specializes in the little practised but highly effective craft of linoleum murals. The map was worked out from govern- ment topographical charts with the benefit of advice from authorities on the Canadian Rockies. BINGO =** RE a a i a BE er pis ORTIPERRY ARENA EVERY THURSDAY EVE - STARTING JULY 14 at 8.15 P.M. WHEEL OF FORTUNE -- WIN UP TO $600.00 -- 1960 CAR GAME SPONSORED BY THE PORT PERRY HOCKEY CLUB IN NUMBERS yn r3 = EE EE nt $ ---n FD Te por ry. rr 7