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jilbor 72nd Year No. 23 THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, JUNE 16th, 1938 $2.00 a year in advance; $2.50 to U. S. A. Magna Carta--And Why nd mry of John's ■granting of Magna Carta at Runny mede in June, 15, 1216. This .charter is regarded as the mo si important instrument of English ecn-jstitutional history. As the late President Calvin Ooolidge said, "Magna Carta is the liaekground of all that we have." * onatSe peoples should commemorate the securing of liberties enjoyed) through the centuries lanwl give united expression •<> the determination that these liberties shall be retained. (Magna Carta not only restored 11b-*trMe« encioaxlhed upon by a. grasping iKing. but definitely outlined additional ~.gh;s and from this beginning there has l>een a gradual broadening of the liawful liberties of the people. By his continual extortion of money to the form of levies--chiefly for foreign warns -hat brought not honour, but dishonour, to English arms. King John aroused the people against him The King also seized lands: or whatever else he wanted. He habitually demanded money from a people who had not a great deal of it. Adimi tration 'he law became anything but justice. Excessive mUitlairy service was demanded. There was general uninesit snd apprehension. John quarrelled with the Church over the appointment of an Archbishop of Canterbury, and when the Barons finally took act):on they had fl powerful associate in Stephen l.ang-totn, later chosen Archbishop. The Archbishop's, influence is indicated in the first chapter of the chanter, which dclares that the Church of England shall be free and shall enjoy freedom of election. Thus the charter is regarded as the assurance of religious as well as civic, liberty. The Great Charter consists of sfixty-tht^e chapters!, covering all the grievan--.-*? of the time:. Looking back on conditions, it seems that reforms in the administration of justice were ' of paraimouni. importance. King .John was obliged to promise that "No fiee-1 man shall be anrested, or detained in ; prison or deprived of his freehold, or ; outlawed, or l>anished, or in any way ! molested'; and we will not set' forth | against hint, nor send against him. Banded Starling From Cincinati Caught at Brighton The starting is no respecter of International Boundaries. On March 20 1938, Mr. G. W. Chambers, near Brighton captured a starling in his stable. This staring differed from its mates in that it was the carrier of a metal band on one leg. The band was reimloved and broughtt to the Agricultural Office. The band bore the Inscription "222626-37 Notify Biol. Sur. Wash,, D.C." Agricultural Representative. A. H. Martin. ••Immediately reported to Washington but only last week received word that the the staring in question was banded by C. J. Goetz, Cinctnafri, Ohio, on December 21st, 1937. The question of the migratory habits of the starling has been a debatable one and this information definitely proves that starlings do migrate considerable distances in reach of suitable climate and food supplies. The letter reeet'ved from Washington by Mr. Martini in part reads as follows: "By means of these numbered metal bands imponta.nlt investigations relative to the Migrations and other habits of birds are being advanced. The bands are attached to birds by voluntary eo-o'pernaitors both In the United States and Canada, who serve without Pay. Success in the bird banding work is therefore dependant upon reports of persons in both countries on such banded birds as come to their attention. Migratory wateir fowl have been banded in large numbers at more than fifty stations scattered over the nd have been recovered as far ■nth Geo. T. Hancock, Port Hope Passes Suddenly Dr. John R. Ham/cock received the sad news Thursday night, June 9th, of the suddem pasiimg of his eldest brother, George T. Hancock ~ Hope. While visiting at the home of his daughter, iMrs. Robert Roos, 17 Heydon Park Road, Toronto, deceased suffered a cerebral haemorrhage, passing away six hours later. Mr. Hancock, born in Newtonville, was in his 63rd year. For 35 years he was engaged in the hardware and harness business in Port Hope. He was well known in Masonic circle®, being a Past District Deputy Grand Master of this District. He was also an Odd Fellow and a member of the Sons of England. Mr. Hancock took a prominent part in municipal affairs, having been many times a member of Port Hoipe Town Council sand had served both as Reeve and Deputy Reeve. A irnember o£ Port Hope United Ohurch. he was member of its Trustee Board, les his wife, fonmienly known as Otera A. Irwin of Roi)t Hope* he leaves three daughters. Mrs. Clarence Allien of Newcastle, and Miss Kileen and Mrs. Robt. Roos of Toronto; five sons. Eari of Turro, N.S.. Morley and Harold of Toronto, and Melville a.nd Beverley of Port Hope; Mrs. Alberta Fee of Bowmanville, and Mrs. Mary Laing of Orono: three bnofrhecrs, Marvin of Orono. Dr. John R. of Coiboraei, and W. J. Hancock of Peterborough. Funenai services, under Masonic auspices, were conducted at his late residence. Port Hope, on Sunday ■afternoon. Interment was at Union Cemetery. Point Hope. The town flags northern part of I were at half-mast. More than ! South America. Small song birds have been banded in even greater numbers and many interesting facts concerning tfheir movements are being dtsooveredi. The bologieal survey accordingly desires to have a< report one very banded bird that may be recovered." County Finances Improved Cobourg, June 14.--Financial improvement in the Counties of Northumberland and Durham was noted in unless by" the 'lawful1 judgment o ' its ! Tlh!e auditors' report presented for peers and' by the law of the land." And there follows the oft-quoted ie- pay- cliaration: of judgment by ante's peers is : ed, not as a privilege for a olass. but for all freemen. It was stipulated that in th, ment of fines jju-operty necessar\ tor one's livelihood must not be ta.f-n: and 'there was curtailment of She'-iff's powers over fines and other fees, "to remove aa old and serious evil." By the eha.rt.e- the Crown was obliged, to pay its debts: "Roya! officials must pay for th? corn they take on behalf •of the Kirg " Regarding "sicutage," or tax levies instead of service to the Crown, it was demanded that, beyond certain recognized needs, none such should be levied except by consant of the General C our oil of the Nation. One chapter r; or des for an assembly of the OownK 1 when its consent is necessary to the raising of money by taxation. Thus ad ain s" rat ion of the law and the collec ton of taxes stand out as first esse:.<*ials in the Barons' demands. I i other chapters innumerable gr.ev noes are dealt with. The charter r.h j*ws a lot of light on the txmditioTi' . t England in the thirteenth ceiDtury. Naturally the Clergy and the Barors looked after their own ■paint Hurl a r Wte rests. At the time the "vMJeints, .-erfs and artisans" did not benefit exi et>t in so flar as their masters reoehel benefit, though it must be leaner>rjered that enlarged liberties secured genaration after generation by al the people wane insured by t.'ic »ri it <>f Magma Carta. Royal autocracy .'-as checked: constitutional govu-I'v.mei • was ensured. Because of this leveitpment the Chatter is regarded at "he tonsls. the background. ot civil a, i 1 -eligious 1 benty, and it is or. account, of this that the anni-vensa -y c g"'an,ting is being ob- served by il ipecplles who hold to the princ'pOfs -<f personal liberty in their lawfi: pa u ts. animation at the Tuesday session of the Counties Council. During 1937 it was pointed out, $17,120.37 was .wiped off the detiil;, inffto this year. There had been an overexpenditure in 1937 of $4,500.22 on the roads. This year the Counties must set aside $25,300.70 as the amount now outstanding on the highway assessment due the Province. General assets amount to $151,402.61. and the highways unmatured debenture debt $609,905.82. Liabilities are the foregoing debentures, House of Refuge account. $17,-802.61, and ratepayer®' investment of $1133,600. Total income was $435,874.09, and expenditures and deficit payment left a balance of $3,243.61. Masonic brethren from Port Hope and district attended. Sons of England and Odd Fellows Lodges were also well represented. New Issue Postage Stamps In order to complete its cunnent King George VI regular issue of postage sitanrps ithe lower denionations of which were issued in April and May of last year, the Post Office Department at Ottawa has issued the undermentioned stamps which ar now on sale at Colborne Post Office 10 cents: Memorial Chamber. Peac Tower, Parliament Building,!. Ottawa. PERSONAL I Mr. and Mrs. Harry C. McDonald spent Tuesday afternoon with relatives at Brighton. I Mr. D. C. Peebles attended tire funenai of Mr. Geo. T. Hancock, at Pant 'Hope, last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Demeraly and family of Detroit. .Mich, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Mulhall. 'Mr. and 'Mi's. Aoil Hennessey, Marjory and Bobby of Port Hope spent ^Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Win- j iMr. and Mns. Lane of Newton-hrille spent the weekend at the home 'of their son. Mr. and -Mrs. Harry C. I Mr. and Mrs. Harry C. McDonald ihave been spending a few days with relatives at Toronto, Orono and .Bowmanville. Mrs. G. N. Carter of Akron, Ohio, _as returned home, after a brief visit at the home of her aunt and "a. iMr. and Mrs. F. H. Hall. '. iamd Mr®. A. E. Donaghy attended the funeral of their niece, Mrs. Rumsey Palmateer (nee Esther L. Day) at Castleton, last Sunday. I Mr. George Keyes of Warkworth :spent Sunday with his cousin, Mr. H. S. Keyes, while on his return from a week's visit with friends at Rochester, N.Y. Miss Elsi© Rose is spending a few days at the home of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Rose, before leaving for Font Erie, to commence' duties as Dental Nurse. Mirs. WI W. Rose attended the luation in Dental Xursing. Ocou-tional Theraphy. Physiotaraphv and -'•sical Training, held in Ooiivoca-ToTonito, on Wednesday last week, her daughter. Miss Elsie being one of the gnaduation Mr. Gordon J. Adams, son of Mr. and Mns. A. E. Adams of Lakeport, was one of the 1938 graduating class ■ Albert College, Belleville, when i Convocation exercises took place, on 1 Friday. June tl'Oth. Mr. Adams is. a ! student for the United Church ministry. | Mir. and Mrs. P. Harvey and daugh :fter Doreen of Toronto, and Mrs Westall. "The Firs," Coalbrooksdale. Shropshire. England, spent Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. I. Goheen, jeaving on Thursday last week for Montreal, where Mirs. Westall sailed mi,,!,; SSWa PLJliisL^ hav" cents: Entrance. Harbour. $1.00: Chateau de Ramezay, Montreal 6 cents Air Mail: Scene on .Mackenzie River, Northwest Territtorles. !0 cents Special Delivery: Canadian Coat of Arms. Brighton P. S. Staff Brighton Public School teachers for the year 1938-39 were engaged! at 'the following 'salaries: G. S. Langdon, Principal, $11400; Roger Frise, Burny CaMus, Iva Corn and Itchy aint, $900; Ruby McCracken, Assist. Toe were friendly with Jerry Foot I ant, $800; Rose Strong, Assistant, until Cress Corn Saflve removed them. ; $800; Hilda Montgomery, Assistant, Sold by Griffis'. Johnston's and all | $800; Eunice Chapman. Assistant, Drug Counters. $750. j The engagement of H. S. teachers Church Anniversary Services at Trinity Church Sunday morning commemorated 92nd Anniversany of the building of the Ohurch. A full choir of ,117 was in attendance and led the singing. The special music being that which had been prepared for the recent School of Music at Belleville. In his sermon the Rector, Rev. P. W. A. Roberts spoke of the high standard of Reverence which prevailed in the worship of this Church, without which it is not possible to approach God. At the evening service Mr. Roberts spoke briefly of the observance of Magna Carta and the freedom guaranteed to the Church of England. The speaker referred to the continuance of the Anglican Church from the days of the Great Charter in 1,215 to the present time, more particularly to the past ninety-two yeairs in Colborne, which gave the congregation great Oau.se for thanksgiving. The Suffragan Bishop of Toronto, Rt. Rev. A. R. Beverley, D.D., visited the Church for the Official Thanksgiving Service on Wednesday evening. The service was well attended by emiberls and friends of Colborne and district. His Lordship delivered an interesting and encouraging address. In which he congratulated the congregation on the history of Trinity Ohurch. the splendid services conducted' by their Rector, and their evident reverence and loyalty. COMING EVENTS Strawberry Festival in St. Paul's Church, Lakeport, Tuesday, June 28, 1*38. Admission 25c and 15c. The Ladies' Aid will hold a strawberry Social on Trinity Church lawn on Tuesday, June 21st, 1938, at 5.30 p.m. Admission 25c. J9-46 Strawberry Festival, under the auspices of the Woman's Association will be held in Salem Church Hall on Friday, June 24th. Berries served from 5.30 p.m. Good program. Admission 25c and 15c. J16-23 Masonic Hall Dedicated At Campbellford Most Rev. Derwyn T. Owen, Archbishop of Toronto and Primate of all Canada, addressed a large Mosoniic gathering at GaMpbeilford on Monday evening. June 13th. 1938, on the occasion of the dedication of the new Masonic Temple of Golden Rule Lodge, A.F. and A.M. The dedication ceremony was conducted by the Grand Master, M.W. Bro. W. J. Dun-lop, assisted by R. W. Bro. J. A. I Colborne Masonic Lodge will hold their annual Church Parade on Sunday evening, July 3rd, 1938. Service in the United Church, Colborne, at 8 o'clock (D.8.T.) Brethren will assemble at the Masonic Hall at 7.30 o'ctick (D.S.T.) Visiting brethren welcome. The ladies of the United Church, Castleton will hold their Annual Stiraiwbe,rtry Festival in the Church Basement on Tuesday evening, June 21st, 1938, from 5.30 until all are served. A splendid program will be given in the Church auditorium. Admission 25c and !15e. Children's Day Services will be held on the Castleton Circuit of the United Church as fol'laiws: Castleton. Sunday, June 19--11.00 a.m. Morganston, Sunday, June 26--2.30pm Oak Heights, Sunday, June 26---11 ajm» dendid program by the children, ibiels, birds and flowers, such is the Kingdom of Heaven." Baseball Read oondiensed adis on page 5. s deferred. PLANNED AT KINGSTON Following the social vis-it to Belleville this week at wh'ch they were guests of -.lie Belleville Cub of the 21'sr iia-ti li hi in the local anmouries memhei'if ••:' the Ki'ngston 21st Batfai-ion (Hub It .ve launched plans for a |1 : ;,ii. -i : union which will be held in Kingsto:i on August 4, 5 and 6 and run conjunction with Kingston's Centenary Celebration. Assistance in th.° lu-'di-i a ef the convention is being given hy the Belleville and other clubs. Former BaititaMon members flrom all, parts of Canada and the United States will a'ltend.--Belleville Ontario Iiitell'gencer. $30,000 Apartment to be Built According to an item in the Building Record. H. Armstrong of Trenton, will reaii an architect to prepare rAin-i for the construction of a new $30,300 apartment house to be erected in Trenton this year. The building -will contain either ten or twelve jauiibea. Read condensed adis < OLD TIME RE-UNION SERVICES Old St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Colborne Sunday, June 26th, 1938 Services at 11 . and 7 p.m. (D.ST.) The Sesjsion and Board of Managers of the Church are planning to make Sunday, June 26th a great get-to gether for old and new friends from far and near. REV. P. BRUCE THORNTON, D.D. a former Minister of the Church, will be the special preacher The Choir will be assisted by former members and friends. Mrs. Jock Robertson-Fyfe will preside at the organ. Mr. W. W. D. McGlennon and Mr. C. W. Head of Toronto, and Mr. Robert Henderson of Oshawa, will give solo and duet numbers. A friendly half hour will be held in the Church parlours after the evening service. Sunday, June 26th will be a day of happy reunions and good-fellowship in Old St. Andrew's. The homes of the congregation will be glad to entertain out-of-town friends. FILL UP THE FAMILY PEW ! A hearty and cordial welcome awaits you at this old time re-union. In a legue game here Wednesday afternoon Colborne defeated Rose-meath Iby a score of 9 to 3. Cecil Burleigh pitched a steady game, having eleven strike-outs and allowing only three hits, and no walks. He was well supported by his teammates. Batteries--Colborne: Burleigh and ack, and K. Bilcox; Roseneath: Smoke. Dunnett and Bigwin. Uimpires^--Adams and Knetley. Neil Black, who started at catching, unfortunately received severe injury to his right tbum|b in the sec-' inning, and had to leave the game. Bilcox successfully filled the position. . Tara, Ontario, with a population of 461 to to have a new post office buid-ing tMa year. Thie sum of $15,000 has been appropriated for the work. Debbie, Deputy Grand Master; R. W. Bro. Ewart D. Dixon, Grand Secretary, and R. W. Bro. H. W. Roche, D.D.G. IMI. of Peterborough District. Th|e ceremony was followed' by a banquet at. which over 450 members and brethren from adjoining places were entertained,. From Colborne Lodge were W. Bro. W. J. Onyon, W. M., W. Bro. A. G. Cracknell, Sec., V. ftrJj^.ftJri.<agrMT1^n w- Bro-Jaa- CEMETERY NOTICE A meeting is called of all those interested in Zion (Wlaite's) Cemetery, on Wednesday, June 22nd, 1938, at 2 p.m. (standard time). Come I prepared to identify your plots and to help in some clearing up. Also election of new Cemetery Board. Legion Notes Colborne Branch Canadian Legion B.E.S.L. held their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday evening, June 8th. 1938, at the home of Comrade Rev. Roy H. Rickard, M.C. It was decided to hold the annual picnii Presqu'Ile on July 7th, and we are hoping for a good attendance. Comrades will please note that we are holding Magna Carta Services, July 19, in the United Church. It is hoped that there will be a good turnout of members. Also veterans from any branch of the service are welcome to attend this service with us. Particulars will be found in another coluimn of this issue. Remember, too, that we are attending a Drumhead and Decoration Service in Brighton on Sunday, July 3rd. The next meeting will be held on July (13, at the home of Comrade Alex Mackie. Owing to the absence of the Reeve* Oapt. W. J. Troop, who is attending Counties Council this week, and the unavoidable absence of Councillors Redfearn and Spence, the June nieet-ing iff Colboi-ne Municipal Council June 17th, alt 8 o'clock. VETERANS, ATTENTION! Colborne Branch Canadian Legion RE.S.L., and Ladies' Auxiliary, will attend Magna Carta Service in the United Church on Sunday evening, June 19th. A cordial invitation is extended to all veterans, whether Legion members; or not, to take part in this service. Veterans will ineet at the War Memorial at 7.30 p.m. Service at 8 p.m. (D.S.T.). Berets, arm bands and medals to be worn. Service will be conducted by Rev. R. H. Rickard, M.C. Comrade Chas. Bugg, President Comrade Bruce Warner, Secretary Oomrade W. Theobald, Treasurer CARD OF THANKS PRIVATE SALE of HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS 3 BEDS, complete 1 LIBRARY TABLE 1 HALL RACK CUPBOARD COOK STOVE, small, excellent condition TERMS CASH Apply to Mrs. E. OTTO, Division Street, Colborne U TI LA C This is a Paint -- Not a Fad It dries in four hours and can be used successfully for enamelling gas, oil and electric stoves, giving a lasting, perfect enamel finish. The housewife should use nothing else but Utilac on her furniture, on the floors, or around the rugs. Washing does not in any any damage to the lustre of this enamel. REYNOLDS & KEATING Victoria Square Mr. Rumsey Palmater-r and family wish to convey to friendis and neighbours their sincere and grateful appreciation of the many kindnesses and acts of sympathy in their sad bereavement. x The family of the late Lewis L. Harnden wish to express to their many friends and neighbours heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the many tokens of sympathy tendered them in their sad bereavement. DEATHS HARNDEN, Lewis L.--At Castleton, on Monday, June 13th, 11838, Lewis L. Harnden, in his 78th year. Interment in Eddy-stone Cemetery. HANCOCK, George T.--Suddenly at Toronto, while visiting with his family, on Thursday, June 9th, 1938, George T. Hancock, beloved husband of Clara L. Irwin. Funeral service was held at his late, residence. Port Hope, on Sunday, Interment at Union Cemetery, Port Hope. McBRIDE, Mrs. Williams-At Centreton, on Wednesday, June 15th, 19i3'8, Eliza Margaret Pre trie, widow of the late William McBride, in her 91st year. Funeral from the family residence l Friday. June 17th,, at 2J16 p.m., to United Church. Centreton, where ser- ces will be held1 at 2.30. Interment Centreton Cemetery. PALMATEER, Mrs. Rumsey --111 Haldlmand Township, on Thursday, June 9'h. 1938, Ester L. Day, beloved, wife of Rumsey Palmateer, in her 57th year. Interment at Castleton Cemetery. IN MEMORIAM June 190h, 1937. One in six of the population of Michigan is on relief, the number1 increasing recently at the irate of 1,200 a day.