-- So ap irr 60 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 15th, 1920 Mr. George Stone is taking a trip through to the coast. The Catholic congregation of Uxbridge and Port Perry are holding a Garden Party at the Church grounds in Uxbridge. The Reverend Mr. Ireland, his wife and family, moved into the parsonage at Prince Albert. He will be the pastor there. Miss May Fisher of Bridgeport, U.S.A, is visiting her parents in Ashburn. 35 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 26th, 1945 Flying Officer 1.G. Kerry, who has been home on furlough, received a telegram notifying him of being awarded the D.F.C. Sgmn. Frank Densham, son of Mr. P.J. Densham, Oshawa, arrived home aboard the British Hospital Ship "El Nil'. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Wilson and Bonnie, Toronto in Port Perry spending a few days with Mr. James Rudy. Lake Scugog has raised seven inches with all the recent rains, and the fishing is improving. 25 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 21, 1955 Reach Council meeting - Mr. Ralph Wilbur inter- viewed the council in regards to forming a community centre hall in Utica. Port Perry Hockey Club is proud to present a night of laughs and entertainment in the form of Donkey Baseball. Mr. Ray Hobbs and family of Manchester, are en- joying a holiday at Tobermoray. Miss Mabel VanCamp, Blackstock, leaves by plane on Tuesday to attend the International Bar Convention in London, England. 20 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 21st, 1960 Eight year old Sandra Healy won a Sono Lite in the Third Elmer Limerick contest. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Raines celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on their farm on the 7th concession. remember when ...¢ 15 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 22, 1965 Edwin McCaig, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Mar- shall McCaig, Greenbank, has completed his first year at the Waterloo University, winning a Tuition Scholar- ship which includes tuition and fees for the coming se- mester along with the title of University Scholar of Waterloo University. Seagrave News - Former police consiable Dennis Tobin has been promoted to Detective Tobin. Congra- tulations. Scugog News - On Tuesday, Mrs. Don Gerrow left with her sister of Bradford to visit their parents and friends in Saskatchewan. Dr. Morley Hardy, Toronto and Maj. John Hardy, Ottawa, spent the weekend with their mother, Mrs. J.H. Hardy, Port Perry. Mrs. Lloyd Hunter is flying to Zweibrucken, Ger- many for a 3 week visit with L.A.C. James L. and Mrs. Hunter, who are stationed there with the R.C.A.F. 10 YEAR AGO Thursday, July 23, 1970 On Sunday, Ina and Arnold Goose and others will be demonstrating the art of basket making as they have been made for many years on Scugog Island by the Mississauga Indians. Port Perry Centennial flag, which was designed by Ross Carter, a grade 12 student at Port Perry High School, was unveiled at the general meeting of the Centennial Committee last Monday night. Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Systma, Lilla Street, Port Perry, are the proud owners of a Champion Poodle. Registered as "Wycliffe Kenworthy", known as Kenny, 14 month old, defeated 348 dogs including 57 U.S. and Canadian Champions at a show at Kars, Ontario near Ottawa. The dog received the highest honours and was named Best in Show. Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Bond celebrated their 60th, Wedding Anniversary on July 19th, 1970. The honoured couple were guests at a dinner at the home of Mrs. Clara Luke, sister of the groom, Prince Albert. Miss Barbara Ferguson, 94 years old on Thursday, July 23, celebrated her birthday by attending the Fer- guson family re-union at Poplar Park, on July 18th. A (Turn to page 6) A PROFILE IN COURAGE Durham Region opened its heart last week to a young man, who is in the middle of a cross-Canada odyssey that will eventually take him home to British Columbia. Twenty-one year old Terry Fox who lost his right leg to cancer three years ago, has been pounding the pavement since April, and already has put 3,500 or so miles behind him. He is looking at another 2,000 before his journey is over. Fox, who hopes his cross-Canada run will raise $10 million for cancer research, is being heralded as a hero everywhere he goes. And why not? Running across Canada on two good legs would be an accomplishment of sorts. Fox is in constant pain from the chafing and burning of the artificial leg against the stump. He admits to being tired and irritable. No doubt all the attention from the media, the public and civic officials is also taking its toll. While no-one can deny that Fox is a very courageous young man, it is somewhat disturbing to note that the National Cancer Institute of Canada has an annual research budget of just $15 million. South of the border, a similar organization receives about $1 billion each year from American governments. With a population of about ten times that of Canada's, the Americans are chipping in close to 100 times more in research funds. In the past couple of decades medical science has made significant advancements in the early detection and treatment of many kinds of cancer. Yet, every year in this country there are 75,000 new cases, and as many as 200,000 people undergo treatment. Obviously, the work to control this disease is only just beginning. It ranks behind heart disease as the most serious health threat in this country. Without taking anything away from Terry Fox and his gallant effort this summer, should the federal and provin- cial governments of this country not be spending more of our tax-dollars in the fight against cancer? Why should Terry Fox have to punish himself for some 5000 painful miles to raise money that should be available for research in the first place? It is scandalous when one thinks of the sums of money spent each year by the federal and provincial governments in this country, and the pittance (by comparison) that is spent on research into not just cancer, but all serious diseases. It certainly does make one wonder just where in the devil our priorities lie in this country. Anyway, my hat goes off to Terry Fox, and to the people of Scugog and Durham who took the time to make a cash contribution for the miles he ran in this area. NEWSPAPER SHORTAGE Those readers who saw this column in last week's paper will know that there could be a very severe shortage of newsprint in this country this summer due to a strike against some pulp and paper companies. Well, I'm happy to say this week that things are not quite as tense as we thought they might be one week ago. Our printer has informed us that a shipment of newsprint arrived on schedule last Thursday which will be enough for the Port Perry Star issues remaining in the month of July. However, unless the labour dispute is settled between now and the end of the month, the situation will get very dicey once again. Even now, the community weeklies are cutting back on the number of pages in an effort to conserve as much newsprint as possible, just in case the strike is a long one and the supply of paper dries up completely. We're keeping our fingers crossed. HOPE YOU'RE FEELING BETTER By the time this newspaper is on the streets, I trust that Howard Hall of Port Perry will be up and around and feeling better. Howard was hospitalized recently, and for the life of me I can't figure out why. I mean he doesn't do anything; leads such a quiet life, never gets involved in the community much. At last count, Howard is president of the Scugog Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Township's Committee of Adjustment, a member of the local Hospital Board, President of the Town Hall 1873 organization, and the recently elected president of the Durham Region District Health Council. Oh, yes, I almost forgot. When he has a few minutes to himself now and then, he owns and operates a successful business. Like I said, the guy just has too much free time on his hands. Seriously, I don't think there is anyone who gives as much of his time and effort to the community as Howard does. Aside from his present list of activities, he has been PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, July 16, 1980 -- 5 letters "Fly the flag" Dear Sir: Regarding the editorial comment of July 2, 1980, "Unlike our neighbours to the south, we don't fly the flag from every roof-top, or roll out the marching bands for a parade along main street. It is not our style, not the way we are accustomed to doing things. But very likely our approach is for the better." I say it's about time that we changed "'our style' and emulated our "neighbours tc the south." If we love our country, and many profess to do so, what is wrong with letting everyone know? Last winter, while visiting inthe U.S., I was asked by an American woman, in charge of presenting a "Thank You Canada' program, 'What is the name of Canada's Nat- ional Anthem?" She told me she had asked several Canadians among us but nobody was able to tell her for sure. I would doubt very much if the roles had been reversed the result would have been the same. How many Americans would not know the name of their National Anthem? Let's snap out of our lethargy Canadians and get with it! Grace Coe, Prince Albert Put library issue to popular vote Dear Sir: After many meetings, appeals to the 0.M.B., peti- tions, and recent suggestions to the Sr. Citizen's 'Club of Port Perry, that they trade their priviledges(granted by Mr. Latcham) in the Latcham Centre, for similar ones in the Library (which was turned down unanimous- ly) the question of extending Library services is still unsolved. One thing that puzzles me is "Why is our Council inter- "chotterbox a ested in building a new library on the newly acquir- ed land at the lakefront and only there?" When our War Memorial Library was opened, many understood that the space at the back was left so that an addition could be built if and when it was necessary. This addition is what many people are in favour of. We have heard that this land is not acceptable to builders as it is a flood hazard. Why then (Turn to page 6) involved in numerous community events and projects over the years. The one that comes to mind most readily was the fund raising drive for Scugog's first-class arena just west of Port Perry. He is the kind of guy who is an asset to the community, and as is usually the case, gets precious little in return for his efforts. Well, like I said, I hope Howard is feeling better. FOOTBALL? Goodness, here it is barely the middle of July. The Major League baseball leagues have had their mid-season all-star break, and teams are now settling in for the grind through the dog days of summer. Can you believe that the Canadian Football League has kicked off its regular schedule games in the heat of (Furn to page 6) 8 port perry star Rh Company Limited \0 wm, Phone 985-7383 RP Gon : (IU): aC Serving the Township of Scugog J.PETER HVIDSTEN Publisher Advertising Manager J.B. 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