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THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1st, 1927 $2 a year in advance: $2.50 to U.S.A. COBOURG PRESBYTERY YOUNG PEOPLES SOCIETIES INSTITUTE The Young People's Societies Institutes for the Cobourg Presbytery were held from Monday, Nov. 21st, to Thursday, Nov. 24th, 1927, at Canton, Gore's Landing, Smithfield and Warkworth. These Institutes were a great success from, the standpoint of attendance, interest, education and enthusiasm. Much Credit is due the executive, who under the leadership of Mr. Franklin Bannister, Campbellford, put these activities on the map. The Warkworth Institute was held in the United Church, beginning at 2.30 P.M. There were delegates present from Castleton, Morganston, Oak Heights. Norham, Seymour, and Warkworth. The afternoon session was opened by devotional exercises led by the Rev. W. W. Jones, pastor of the Convention Church. Mr. Bannister, the President, gave his opening address -on the subject. "What are we here for?" He pointed out that the delegates were present to become more interested in God's Kingdom, bet-. ter acquainted one with the other, to study our problems, and to get inspiration and enthusiasm. After this, four leaders led' the group in discussions. Mr. Thomas Fry it Seymour Township led a discussion on the Christian Fellowship Department; Rev. J. E. Beckel of Castleton cn_the Missionary Department; Mr. Lindsey Anderson of Seymour on the Citizenship Department; and Rev. W. W. Jones of Warkworth on Literary and Social Department. Rev. C. D. Daniel of Campbellford, the-past president of the organization, conducted an interesting round table conference, ia which the questions of other societies, temperance and amusements were keenly discussed. Supper was served by the ladies of the Warkworth Church in their usual way and the .thanks of the convention were conveyed" to the ladies. The evening session was opened by Mr. O. Kelley of Warkworth, leading the devotional period. Rev. J. E. Beckel, Convenor of Religious Education for Cobourg Presbytery, took charge of the evening meeting. The candidates for the Boys' Parliament, Mr. Lloyd Borland, Wooler, and Mr. Gerald Wright, Brighton, were the first speakers at the evening session, and they presented their platforms and solicited the support of the boys who were present. Rev. C. D. Daniel of Campellford then addressed the group on the subject. What shall we do. What can we do? Mr. Daniel in very interesting way pointed out the needs of young people to-day and what is necessary for them to do if they are to be successful servants in Kingdom service. Rev. Mr. Thompson of Honan. China, a missionary on furlough, spoke of the present problems in China and painted a dark picture of the conditions in that land, which is being torn to pieces by selfish military leaders. He told harrowing tales of the results of the Civil War and these became so real, for unfortunately they SEVEN DEAD, MANY INJURED IN TRAIN WRECK OF C. P- R. Engineer J. Len. Bradford Suffered a Broken Shoulder Blade and His Condition is Serious, but Not Critical. Fireman R. Post Lost Right One of the worst wrecks in Canadian railway annals occurred near Enterprize, 3G miles north-east of'Belleville, on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 27, 1927, when a freight train and the crack C.P.R. Montreal-Chicago flier met in a head-on collision. The result was seven killed arid over forty in- The collision is believed to have been due to the freight train overrunning the switch at Dockrill oVing to the track being down grade and a heavy train. Unable to back up -the train, all but three cars were uncoupled and the engine was run down the track with the intention of backing on the siding from the other end also to put out signals to stop the flier, when engineer Bradford tried to save the situation. The vision of the engineers on both trains was blocked by a curve. The engines met head on are so true. He closed his message by pointing out that the only solition to the problems of China is the g&spel of Jesus Christ preached and j)rac- The convention closed by the reminder that the next activity for our young people would be "The Winter School" at Cobourg, Jan. 9 to 15. 1928. and the impact was terrible. When the engines struck they reared up like horses. Then they rolled down the embankment, an indescribable wreck. Four coaches followed them and fire started. One of the coaches, a wooded structure, was filled with Polish immigrants, and it was among these that yearly all the casualties occurred. Engineer Wm. Burnett of the passenger train was killed. Engineer J. Len. Bradford of the freight suffered a broken shoulder blade and severe bruises and shock and is reported in a serious but not critical condition. He is in the Hospital at Smiths Falls. Mr. Bradford's home is at Salem, just East of Colborne. The fireman of the passenger train, Rhyn-ard Post was severely injured and had to have his right leg amputated above the knee. Mr. Post is a cousin of Mr. J. H. Hubble of Colborne. Butter Wrappers at Express Office. IN MEMQRIAM Gaffield--In loving remembance of Batlett P. Gaffield who fell asleen in Jesus, on Wednesday. December 8th, 1926. "God giveth His beloved sleep."-- Well may we say these words, for we know that father who has passed on is an Angel of the Liord's. Dearest father, we do miss thee; In the evening's soft twlight We often think of father As we sit alone at night. Sadly missed by his two daughters. Mr. Phil O'Grady is visiting friends in Toronto. , Mrs. Earl Wynn of Newcastle spent a couple of days with Mrs. S. Sutton. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Usher spent the weekend visiting Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Eonney, Peterboro. Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Palmateer of Toronto spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. R. Coyle. Mr. Sanford Henderson, who is engaged on»government work in western Ontario, spent the weekend at_his home here. Mrs. Clifford Turney underwent an operation for appendicitis at Belleville General Hospital last Sunday, and friends are pleased to learn that she is progressing satisfactorily. Messrs. John T. Rutherford and Harry McCracken were ordained to the eldership in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Colborne, last Sunday morning in the presence of a large congregation. Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Turney and Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Teal, accompanied by their brother and sister, Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Fralick of Kindersley, Sask., visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan, Brighton, on Thursday. COMING EVENTS An afternoon tea, sale of cooking and fancy articles will be held at the heme of Mrs. Cracknell, Lakeport, on Saturday afternoon, December 3rd, 1927, from 3 to 6 o'clock. Tea 15c. In aid of St. Peter's Church. The Colborne High School Literary Society will hold their annual concert in the New Town Hall, Colborne, on Wednesday evening, December 21st, 1927. Keep this date open. Further announcement later. 42- The Castleton Women's Institute will hold their December Meeting at the home of Mrs. Ernest Campbell, on Thursday, December 8th, 1927, at 2.30 p.m. Exhibit of home made candy. Roll call: Ideals and ideas for Christmas. Programme: Mrs. Gerald Wel-ton. MONEY-SAVING PROPOSITION Do you realize that we are Grocery Brokers and can puy cheaper than others, therefore; we can SAVE YOU MCPJEY. Our Christmas Stc^k is Now Full and Complete FREE - One Five-string Broom - FREE With every cash purchase of Five Dollars and over we will give you absolutely free One Five-string Broom, regular value 75c each. This deal holds good until five dozen brooms are given away. 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Special .15 Fancy Chocolate Cake, reg. 35c lb. Our price .25 Diana Cake Flour, large pkg., reg. 45c. Our >rice .30 English Breakfast Cocoa, 16 oz. tins, each.....25 SPECIAL IN TEAS AND COFFEES Garden Blend Coffee, fresh ground, reg. 70c lb. Our Price...................50 Standard No. 1 Black Tea, reg. 70c lb. Our price . 50 Standard No. 1 Green Japan Tea, reg. 70c. lb Our price................. .50 Once Tried these Teas and Coffees are Always Used Choice June Cheese, per lb.............25 Special on Craft Cheese, per lb........ .32 Large size Prunes..............2ft .23 Jam, Raspberry and Strawberry, 5 lb tins, special . 50 Corn Starch, 16 oz. pkg................10 Pearl Naptha and P. & G. Soap . . 22 bars for 1.00 Pure Cream Tarter, per lb.............40 Special--Best Quality Mince Meat......2ft .35 Get our prices on Redpath's and St. Lawrence Sugar --We can save you money. WE CARRY "FIVE CROWNS" FLOUR Hardware Department We have a complete and up-to-date line of Granite-ware, Alluminumware, Shelf and Heavy Hardware. We have the Agency for the "Heat Wave" Stove, and a complete line of all kinds of stoves at right prices. Get Our Prices on Everything -- We Sell for Less Phone your orders. Prompt delivery. Our truck is at your service C. M. ALLEN & SON Grocery Brockers and Hardware Dealers Phone 140, COLBORNE In spite of the very inclement weather, a good sized audience tended the entertainment given under thet auspices of the ladies of Trinity Church, in Victoria opera house, Colborne, Monday evening, November 28, 1P27, and all felt well repaid. From the first number, a tableau, "Canada, 1S67h19?7," to the last, the play, "My Lord in Livery," the. programme was interesting and pleasing. The sword, toe and Highland dancing by Misses .lean Givens and Marjorie Yerrow of Belleville were splendid, as well the 'character song and dance by Miss Eva Baker of Colborne. Featuring a comii character song, "My John," and ai humorous, "Never Came Back," the old favorite, Mr. V. G. Cornwell "c back" with usual popularity. Character choruses by the ladies \ good. Solo parts being well sung by Mrs. Earl Wynn of Newcastle, and Mrs J. F. Wolfraim, and solos by Mrs. E. Turpin, who also sang in duet w Mrs. McKim. Master Walter Bestwick also song well in the tableau. The play, "My Lord in Livery," proved amusing and the several characters were taken in good style. Music was furnished by the Turpin orchestra. From good reports given, a good number who mSssed the entertainment have been urging that it be repeated, and it will likely be put on again CARD OF THANKS Mrs. John Collins and family wish to express their grateful appreciation and thanks for the kindness and sympathy of many friends and neighbours in their recent bereavement. Mr. Geo. H. Pomeroy and family wish to thank their many friends and neighbours for the many thoughtful acts of kindness during the long illness of wife and mother and for sympathetic expressions in their bereave- DEATHS Collins--In Cramahe Township, on Friday, November 25th, 1927, John Collins, in his Slst year. Intertnent Castleton Cemetery. Pomeroy--At Castleton, on Sunday, Nov. 27th, 1927, Nellie Clarke, beloved wife of George H. Pomeroy, in her 43rd year. Interment in Castleton Cemetery. Lacey--In Cramahe Township, on Tuesday, November 29th, 1927, Elizabeth Matilda Heslip. widow of the late Benjamin Lacey, in her 79th year. Funeral to-day, Thursday, at 2 p.m., to Salem Church and Cemetery. ANNUAL CONVENTION The TJ. F. O. Annual County Convention will be held in the U. F. O. Hall, Colborne, Friday evening, December 2nd, 1927, at 8 o'clock. All members are urgently requested to attend. B. K. Ireland, President; Jno. McCracken, Secretary. COLBORNE P. S. CONCERT A bright and entertaining program of musical drills, Xmas dialogues, recitations, piano duets, etc., will be presented by the pupils of the Colborne Public School in the Opera House, Colborne, on Wednesday evening, Dec. 14th, 1927, at 8 o'clock. The public are invited to attend and enjoy a real treat. Admission 25 cents. YOU NEED THE MONEY, save some, use Mrs. Sybilla Spahrs Tonsilitis, for Sore Throats, Quinsy, Cough, Bronchitis, Bronchial Asthma, Catarrh and Tonsil Ills. Success or money back. GOULD'S Drug Store, Colborne. 47-2 Butter Wrappers at Express Office. St. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH COLBORNE Rev. A. A. Smith, Minister Sunday, December 4th, 1927 Rev. A. A. Smith, B.A., B.D., Minister 10.30 a.m.--Public Worship. Rev. J.-- W. Walker will preach. 7.00 p.m.--Evening Service will be resumed. Rev. A. A. Smith will preach. AUCTION SALES -by-- S. E. ROBINSON Saturday, Dec. 3rd, 1927, at 1 p.m.-- Household effects, Ford truck, etc., of Mr. Thos. Beveridge, King Street, Colborne. Saturday, December 10th, 1927, at 1 p.m.--The valuable household furniture and effects belonging to the Estate of the late Mrs. Elizabeth A. Peebles will be sold on the premises, Percy Street, Colborne. Usual terms. The house and lot will also be offered, subject to a reserved bid; terms made known at time of sale. AUCTION SALES -by- Oscar C. Morgan, Auctioneer Hilton, R.R. No. 1 Thursday, Dec. 8th, 1927--Auction sale of H. A. Lowes, Hillier Township, Prince Edward County, 2 miles West of Wellington, entire farm stock, consisting of 30 choice head of Holstein dairy cows, T.B. tested, Percheron horses, hogs, tractor, tractor machinery, hay, grain, and implements. No reserve ay Mrs. Lowes is giving up farming. The President and Directors of the royal wimm fair desire to i»ive expression co their appreciation ot cru; generous patronage which die public have extended the sixth "Royal"--a fitting .crihuce «o Canadian Agriculture in this jubilee Yeat. and '.or the fair an unparaiieied success. DON'T MISS THE ANNUAL CHICKEN PIE SUPPER AND BAZAAR Under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid of Colborne United Church Thursday, Dec. 8th, 1927 Sale Opens at 3 p.m. Supper Served from 5.30 to 8 p.m. Admission 50c. EVERBODY WELCOME 1