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81st Year No. 31 THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, JULY 29th, 1948 Subscription--$2.00 a year, $2.50 to U.S.A. JLAWN BOWLING CLUB GARDEN PARTY The garden party and sale of home cooking held on the beautifully green and shady lawn at the home of Cpl. and Mrs. D. W. Wilson, under the auspices of the Ladies of Colborne Lawn Bowling Club, on Saturday afternoon, July 24th, 1946, was an outstanding success. The weather was perfect for such an event. On the spacious lawn were placed oiany small tables, suitably decorated with summer flowers, for the serving of the delicous refreshments. On the large central table was placed the Silver Bowling Trophy filled with roses. The ladies in their colourful summer frocks and hats, the sunny afternoon and the decorative arrangements presented a scene of real beauty and activity. About 130 were present during the afternoon. The home-baking table was well patronized, making $47.50 towards the proceeds, which in all amounted to about $85.00. At this table every imaginable kind of appetizing cooking was displayed for sale The members of the Club are appreciative to all those who helped to jnake this garden party a success. All who attended had an enjoyable afternoon. Coloured deck chairs were placed around the lawn for those who wished to chat after refreshments. The proceeds of the affair will go to I aid the building of the new club house which is now in progress. JUNIOR FARMER SUNDAY SERVICE Sunday, July 25th, 1948, was ideal for the annual Northumberland County Junior Farmer Sunday Service. Consideration was given taking this event to Campbellford this year, but requests for pictures for a Junior Farmer film of an outdoor event encouraged it being held, as in previous years, at the Bandshell of the Cobourg park. Sam Davidson, President of the Northumberland County Junior Farmers introduced Mayor J. F. Smith of Cobourg, who expressed pleasure at the opportunity to co-operate with the young farm folk in offering them the fine facilities of Cobourg park free of charge. Warren Buttars of Bewd-ley presided at the piano; a solo and three hymns were sung by Ambrose Atkinson of Roseneath: Bruce Elm-hirst, 1st Vice-President, read the Scripture lesson; prayer was rendered by Jack Buttars of Plainville and the collection taken up by Alfred Gooding, Earle Nelson, Douglas Deviney and Will Curie. Wesley Down, past Provincial President introduced Join Lewis of Peterborough County in the quotation: "To each is given a book of rules, A shapeless mass and *a bag of tools, And each must build e'er life has A stumbling block of a stepping This young farmer school teacher gave an excellent talk, featuring the advantages of our land and God's hand in shaping those things so close- COLBORNE COUNCIL TIRE BLOW-OUT CAUSES ACCIDENT While on their way for a holiday I ^nut^Ttol^^mrim^ trip to Mornsburg to visit relatives, I Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Summers met with j a serious accident last Monday morn- j ing. July 26th. The accident occurred [ while they were travelling east, just i west of the railway crossing, in front! of the Belleville Cemetery entrance. "We plough the fields and scatter, The good seed on the land. But it is fed and watered By God's Almighty hand." Mclntyre Hood, editor of the Junior News, directed the taking of The regular meeting of Colborne Council was held Wednesday eveningi July 2;st, 1948, at 8.00 o'clock. Members present: L. Gordon, Reeve; James Coyle jr., F. Harnden, F Spence, H. J. White, Councillors. Correspondence-- W. E. Barr, Counties Clerk, certifying that the County rate for Colborne for the year 1948 is $4,338 00.--Filed. Canadian National Railways, re purchase of land between Division and Ontario Streets for proposed sewage disposal plant, and offering approximately 3^56 acres for $356.00, Moved by Spence, seconded Harnden, That the Clerk be instructed, to write the Canadian National Rail ways offering $200:00 for two acre? and to request the Company to send «t representative to discuss the proposition with Reeve Gordon with a vie\* to taking measurements, etc.--Carried Department of Municipal Affairsi Bulletin No. 28, summary of legisla* tion enacted at last session of Legislature.--Filed. Department of Municipal Affairsj Bulletin No. 29, regarding authority of officials to take affiflavits, etc.--Fil- caused by the front left tire i fllms- which is beinS done °y the cour" blowing out. Mr. Summers, to avoid tesy of the I™P*rial Oil Company of collision with an on-coming car, took Canada. About a hundred members of the ditch. In doing so the car struck a guy-wire from a telephone pole and turned over once. When taken from the wreckage of the car both Mr. and Mrs. Summers were rushed to Belleville Hospital Mrs. Summers, the more seriously injured, was unconscious. She received many facial cuts, taking 21 stitches to close, also many body bruises. She is still in hospital. Mr. Summers received cuts and bruises but was able to return home Tuesday. The car was wrecked beyond repair Their son, Mr. Bertus Summers of Vancouver, and their two daughters, Mrs. Mac Campbell and baby daughter, and Mrs. Dean Grills and two children of Bowmanville were travelling behind in anothi The annual Street Dance was heid Thursday evening, July 22nd, 1948, and was agan a decided success, the gross returns being around $1,800.00. The weather was a little threatening, which may have caused the gate re-cepts to be under last year's returns. The entertainment was provided in ' the form of two floor shows, with : Pat Rafferty, the star comedian of r. A baby carriage j tne fam0us concert troup, the original which was in the back seat of the Dumb Beils> who with his songs and the J.F.A. remained for picnic lunch and a pleasant social period, which was followed by the regular concert of the Cobourg Band. COLBORNE STREET DANCE wrecked c s bent by the impact. UNITED MISSIONARY CHURCH S. S. OUTING mic make-up was a real riot of fun. Dorothy Steadman, Canada's foremost acrobat and tap dancer, gave a thrilling demonstration of how the i body can be twisted and bent. Marg. ' | Brenton, English comedienne and On Wednesday afternoon nearly; singer was really funny Her imita. eighty members and friends of the | tion of Gracie Fields was perfect. LTnited Missionary Church Sunday j These artists won hearty appiause and School wended their way in cars and j proved a crowd pieaser. Music for trucks to Presqu'Ile Point to enjoy j round and square dancing was pro. their annual picnic. vided by Rus Creighton and his band, The weather for the occasion was which was enjoyed by all, especially ideal. Young and old entered heartily | the dancers who crowded the danc-uito ball games and races, while oth- ed. The minutes of June 14th and 21st meeting were read and adopted. Moved toy Spence, seeonded by White, That the following acocunts be authorized and paidk J. Farrell, payroll "AAA"........$671.74 Gordon R. Brown, 6 lanterns.... 13.60 J. Farrell, salary ........................ 70.00 Relief, July.................................. 73.83 M. R. Campbell, salary ............ 10.00 Bell Telephone Co.--No. 12 .... 4.15 Bell Telephone Co!--No. 160 .... 2.08 J. Farrell, salary ........................ 70.00 W. W. D. McGlennon, 3 m. sal. 100.00 Colborne Public Utilities ........ 262.40 H. F. Cowie, reg. deed Memorial Park ................................ 3.00 Municipal World, supplies........ 3.04 The Enterprise, advertising .... 29.70 The Expresst printing, advg..... 62.40 Grass Fire--C.N.R. tracks-- J. Griffis .............................. 2.00 Irvine Post .......................... 2.00 Harry Thompson .................. 2.00 B. A. Irish........................... 2.00; Frank Jones ..... --Carried. Moved by Coyli White, That we send a delegation to Cobourg to inspect the 1938-39 five-ton G.M.C. truck wth hydraulic dump, hydraulic plow and wing offered for sale at $1,000.00 and to purchase same if the inspection so warrants and the vote on the motion be recorded: Yea--Coyle and Whte. Nay--Harnden, Spence and Gordon. Moved by Spence, seconded by Harnden, That Chief Farrell be instructed to erect "No Parkng" signs on the west side of Toronto Street, between King Street and Church Street, and also on the north side of Church Street, between Percy Street and Toronto Street, and that this regulation toe strictly enforced.--Carried. Moved by Harnden, seconded by Coyle, That the meeting adjourn to Monday, September 13th, unless called by the Reeve.--Carred. i , W. W. D. McGlennon. Clerk. by !™me P-°st fo' SPORTS (by Paul Haynes) Baseball PETERBOROUGH--14 COLBORNE--9 On Wednesday, July 21st, Colborne baseball team went down" to defeat in an exhibition tussle with Peterborough Junior A's. The final 14 to 9 in favour of the was a see-saw battle with first one team moving ahead and then the other tying it up, but Peterborough garnered 4 in the 8th. from Shorty Willard, before Cecil Burleigh came in to put out the fire. The three stars of the game as I saw them were : (1) Cecl Burleigh, Colborne; (2) Red Sullivan, Peterborough; (3) Joe Batchelor, Peterborough. The official line score was: Peterborough--14 runs, 18 hits, 2 rors, 16 men left on bases. Colborne--9 runs, 20 hits, 3 errors, : men left oh bases. Batteries : For Peterborough, Dorris was the starter, with 1 strike-out; Ruheron in the 4th, with 3 strike-outs, and Batchelor in the 7th, with 2 strikeouts. Ferguson was the catcher. For Colborne Burke Clarey was the starter, with 3 strike-outs; Shorty Willard in the 7th, with 2 strikeouts, and Cecil Burleigh in the 8th, with 3 strike-outs. Ford Cowie was behind the plate. The win was credited to Dorris and loss charged to Burke Clarey. BOWMANVILLE--12 COLBORNE--9 On Saturday, July 24th, the league-leading Bowmanville Royals kept pace with Port Hope by downng the locals 12 to 9 at Bowmanville. It was a very sloppy game on the part of Colborne boys, because with a little help on the defensive side Cecil Hall would have stacked up his fourth victory, but as it was it went as his fourth defeat. Colborne took the lead in a 4-run first nning rally. It stayed that way until the 5th, when Bowmanville rallied and took the lead, which J*ey held throughout the rest of the 3ij»rne. Colborne got 3 in the 9th. but 7#were_t|i* i«tue number short of a tie. | The final score was Bowmanville, 12: Colborne, 9. This was the. last of the scheduled games for Colborne. so we now wait for the play-offs, which will be with Newcastle. Let's hope the boys take it four straight. The official line score was : Bowmanville--12 runs, 14 hits, 1 error, 7 men left on bases. Colborne--9 runs, 22 bits, 5 errors. 12 men left on bases. Batteries: For Bowmanville Hoslotyne was the starter with 4 strike-outs; Piper in the 7th, with no strike-outs. Morgan was behind the plate. For Colborne it was Cecil Hall all the way, with 11 strike-outs. Art Turpin was the catcher. Winning Pitcher, Hosbotyne; loser, Cecil Hall. Home runs--1 ijf the 9th innings 'orjpolborne, with CANADA USES FILMS FOR TRADE PRODUCTION Films about Canada, her industries and people, are shown in about different countries every year to an estimated international audience of 70,000,000 people, all potential buyers of Canadian goods and services. Through these films, people abroad gain a much broader knowledge of Canada, its resources, industries, marketing methods, and of its great dependence on import and export trade. Canadian manufacturers are making greater use of industrial films to introduce and promote the sale of their products abroad. In certain countries where import restrictions limit or prohibit the purchase of Canadian goods, films offer an inexpensive method of institutional advertising and keep overseas consumers Canada conscious. With pre-send-day travel restricted by exchange shortages, films help to originate and maintain sales contacts. A recent example was the case of an . English dress manufacturing firm which immediately placed an order after seeing the Candian film "Fashions by Canada." The value of films in trade promotions was recognized some time ago by the Department of Trade and Commerce. As a result, such films "Blue-bloods from Canada" and "Certified for Seed' were presented specifically for use abroad to promote the sale of Canada's livestock, certified seed potatoes and other products. Certified Seed has had an encouraging response. In Italy, for example, it inteersted the Italians in Cana-ian methods of seed certification, and it interested the Italians in Canad-erican coutries. The fact that Canada is the fourth largest industrial power was graphically illustrated in the film 'Canada World Trader," which also showed the wide varety of manufactured goods that can be produced in this country, Britone were told where j they were obtaining most of their bacon through the film "Bacon for Britain." Prior to its extensive show inf, they were largely unaware of thi fact that Canada was their mair source of supply. Canada's tourist industry is being stimulated by a number of films sponsored by the Canadian National Railways and the Canadian Government Travel Bureau, that are being shown in the United States and other countries. They illustrate the attractions of Canada, from fishing in the Maritimes to mountain-climbing in the Rockies. The favourable audience reaction to the various films is demonstrated the many letters received by the National Film Board from all parts of the world. Canadian films are receiving audience reaction to theii specialized films in the form of foreign business, product inquiries and requests for agency representation. Instead of the old English rule that "trade follows the flag," it appears now that " trade follows the film." COMING EVENTS The regular monthly meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Colborne 187 Branch Canadian Legion, B. E.S.L.,/ will be held at the home of Com. Mrs. W. A. Moore on Wednesday, August 4th, at 8.00 p.m. Those wishing transportation, phone 86-r-24. Don't forget gifts for < Reorganization of Colborne Brass Band An effort is being made to reorganize Colborne Brass Band. Will anyone holding instruments belonging to the former Colborne Band, kindly leave same at the Enterprise Office. Anyone interested in playing or learning to play, kindly leave name with A. R. Harvey._ ers went bathing and some horse-back riding. After some time had been spent in these activities the call for supper was heard, to which everyone, needless to say, responded. Spread out on a long row of tables was a bountiful meal, everything to satisfy one's appetite. After heartily singing the Doxology one and all greatfully partook of the good things provided by the ladies. The meal over, many gathered to sing Gospel choruses to the accompaniment of Mrs. Brown and her accordian. The vehicles were then loaded and all returned safely, feeling they had spent a pleasant and profitable afternoon together. FASHION SHOW AT TRENTON A large number attended the first fashion show held at the Singer Sewing Centre, Trenton, recently. The suits and dresses were shown and modelled by the members of the various sewing classes who had made them. The place was tastefully dec orated for the occasion with flowers and drapes. Those from Colborne taking part in the show were : Mrs. W. Wilson, Mrs. R. H. Tye, Mrs. R. W. Greenfield, Mrs. R. S. Blackwood, Mrs. I. Post, Mrs. D. McLaughlin. These ladies have been attending classes at Trenton since the first of the year under the directorship of Miss Z. Eaton. Tasty refreshments were served at the close of the show to all present. Each model was presented with a gift from the Singer Sewing Centre. ing space. The games were many and of varied kinds, each providing good prizes. As always, the Bingo was most popular. The refreshment booths were well patronized and all did a profitable business. The draw resulted as follows : 1st prize, $20.00--Clancey Shier., Colborne. 2nd prize, $10.00--Mrs. Gordon Broomfield, Vernonville 3rd prize, $5.00--Harold Harnden; Toronto 4th prize, $5.00--Charles Fenton, Grafton The remaining prizes of $5.00 each have not been claimed. The numbers are 687 and 1432. JERSEY CATTLE FLOWN FROM CANADA TO BRAZIL Twenty-seven head of purebred Jersey cattle, seven bulls and twenty heifers, have been purchased in Canada for shipment by air to Rio de Janerio. Air transportation ot livestock eliminates many of the difficulties involved in the export of cattle from Canada to Latin America. Instead of loading the animals aboard cattle cars for transfer to the port of embarkation, erecting stalls aboard ship, providing sufficient feed for the long ocean voyage and trained personnel to tend the livestock en route, the movement can be completed in a single operation. Taking all these factors into consideration, the total cost of air shipment is practically the same as if the transfer were made by rail and sea. CASTLETON W. A. The regular meetng of the Castle-Unted Church Woman's Association was held at the home of the President, Mrs. D. Arkles on Thursday, July 22, 1948, with a large number present. The meeting opened with the singing of a hymn, followed by prayer. The President gave the opening address. Mss Farrell read the Scrpture lesson. The President gave an interestng talk on Matthew 11 : 28. Minutes of the June meeting were read and the Treasurer's report given. Business was discussed. Moved by Mrs. May, seconded iby Mrs. Black, That the next meeting be held the fourth Wednesday in August. Roll calL was answered by a Scripture verse containing the word "Come." The program was as follows : Read-ng, Mrs. Nelson; instrumental, Mrs. Allen; readings by Mrs. Carr and Mrs. Harnden; a contest put on by Mrs. Carr was won by Mrs. Harnden and Mrs. Allen. The meeting closed with the Mizpah Benediction. Lunch was served and a pleasant half hour spent. Proceeds of the day $25.00. RECEIVES PROMOTION Colborne friends of Mr. and Mrs. A. T. (Alex) Fleming of Trenton will be pleased to hear of Mr. Fleming's promotion. He has been appointed agent for the Canadian National Railways at Wellington. Ontario. Foi nearly 19 years he was ticket agenl and operator at Trenton Junction His fellow employees recently presented ^lim with a handsome set. Before going to Trenton Fleming was an operator at the N.R. station here. Softball BALTIMORE--7 OSHAWA--11 COLBORNE--6 COLBORNE--5 On Saturday, July 24th, Colborne Softball team went down to defeat twice--one in Baltimore in the afternoon and in Colborne at night. I do not know the official statistics of the game at Baltimore, but the score was 7 to 6. In the "nightcap" at Colborne the Oshawa Intermediate B's had their hands full until the 8th, when they scored no less than 7 times to rack up their victory. It was a nip-and-tuck battle up till then. "Ironman" Pal-mateer was on the mound for the second time that day for Colborne and was very tired boy when it was all over. The official line score was: OshSwa--11 runs. 11 hits, 3 errors, 2 men left on bases. Colborne--5 runs, 7 hits, 2 errors, 5 n l left c Batteries : For Oshawa it was McKee all the way, with 9 strike-outs. T Childer-house was behind the plate. For Colborne it was Almo Palma-|-teer all the way, with 8 strike-outs, j Neil Black was behind the plate. Winning pitcher. McKee; loser. Pal -j mateer. Softball Play-Offs |COLBORNE--9 j WARKWORTH--2 | At Warkworth on Wednesday, July ; 28th, Colborne Softball team won the j first game of the play-off finals 9-2 j The second game will be QUINTE DISTRICT FIELD DAY The sports day for junior farmers which embraces all the counties of the area will be held on Friday, July 30th, at the school for the deaf, Belleville. Northumberland County boys will -be represented by the Wooler softball team, winner of the county contest, and arranged by Wesley Down. They will play Frontenac at one o'clock, which means an early start from the homes. Teams from Hastings, Lennox and Addington, Peterborough and Victoria will compete. Much intrest is takn in the other sports events or running and jumping, of which good records were set by John Weatherson of Warkworth, Ambrose Atkinson of Roseneath and Rowland Edwards of Nor-ham. Lunch is planned in the early evening with the final game for both girls and boys at 6.30, to be followed by a dance. Batting Averages Colborne Baseball Club Following are the batting averages up to and including July 24th. A.B. H % D. Cummings.................. 4 2 .500 B. Clarey..................... 42 17 .405 C. Burleigh .................... 10 4 .400 Cecil Hall ........................ 46 18 .391 I. Post............................ 36 14 .389 C. Haynes ......................:. 42 16 .381 H. Red fern ...................... 21 8 .381 W. Clarey ........................ 33 12 .364 F. Cowie......................... 26 9 .346 E, Cowie Charles I COURTEOUS HOLIDAY DRIVING URGED BY HIGHWAYS MINISTER Reminding motorists and pedestrians that seven people were fatally injured by motor traffic accidents over last year's August Civic Holiday weekend, Ontario Highway Minister, Hon. George H. Doucett, is urging everyone to be particularly gener-with good motor manners this coming weekend. Common courtesy, he says, can save many lives and countless unnecessary injuries and repair bills, not to mention the frayed nerves and tempers of people badly in need of relaxation from working in our hot summer weather. Holiday traffic congestion, the Minister explains, does not necessarily result in an excessive number of severe and fatal accidents, but it does greatly increase the total number of traffic accidents. Seven traffic deaths on a three-day weekend is not much worse than the 1947 year-long average of two deaths per day. Undoubtedly, however,, the members of lesser injuries and damaged cars mount up when long lines of cars, bumper to bumper, are trying to get ahead. You can see the same situation in the year to year increase in traffic volume, the Minister continues. In the first half of this year, we were much encouraged by the fact that Ontario had fewer traffic deaths than in 1947's first half. But we also had a greater* total number of accidents reported altogether. Hundreds--perhaps thousands--of these accidents would never occur if drivers and pedestrians alike would give more consideration to the other fellow in traffic. Courtesy will make our streets and highways safer and more pleasant for everyone. Give other cars and pedestrians lots of room. Give hand signals in plenty of time, and give hand signals when pulling out to pass on highways. In short, act in a way that will make it easier for the other fellow to drive and walk safely. LEGION DAY AT COBOURG ON SUNDAY Tentative Program: All day-Picnic in beautiful Victoria Park. Free tables and benches. Free hot water. Free milk for children. Natural sand bathing beach--Absolutely free. 2.00 p.m.-- Parade assembles. West End School grounds. 2.30 p.m.-- Ciivic welcome, Mayor Smith, President Ewart. Drumhead Service. Special speaker to be announced. Dominion, Provincial Presidents and District Commander will give short addresses. Our very impressive initiation ceremony will then take place for a special class of our new members. 4.00 p.m.-- Exhibition of Water Sports. This act was at the C.N.E. last year and will be carried out off the park beach. Band concert by Peterborough Temple Band, Band Shell. Visit to Armouries and Legion Hall. Refreshments. .00 p.m.-- Band Concert in park by Cob&urg Kiltie Band. Midnight-Special dance--Cobourg Park Pavilion. After that hour you are on your own!