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olbora THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21st, 1957 $2.00 a year in advance--$3.00 to U.S.A. MRS. WILLIAM HOSKIN CELEBRATES 81 ST BIRTHDAY Accepting an invitation to her son's home, Mr. Harold Hoskin, to watch television, Mrs. Wm. Hoskin accepted Saturday evening, February 16th, it being her eighty-first birthday. Enjoying the programmes, in the "Hos-kin Homestead" where she had lived many happy years, members of her family, neighbours and friends began to arrive. In all forty were present to help her celebrate. Needless to say Mrs. Hoskin was overwhelmed with surprise but greatly pleased to be so honoured. An enjoyable and social time was spent, chatting and reminiscing. During the evening the guest of honour was presented with beautiful and useful gifts from members of her immediate family, kindly momentos on . her birthday. She was also recipient of many gifts, cards, letters and flow-; ers from friends and relatives. Mrs. Hoskin thanked all for so thoughtfully remembering her birthday. The evening was climaxed by the .serving of bountiful and delicious refreshments, including the traditional birthday cake appropriately iced for this occasion. Among the many present were Mrs. Hoskin's two daughters, Mrs. Ed. Ker-naghan (Vera), Mrs. Sidney Peebles (Corine), her two sons Clifford and Harold, eleven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, her brother Mr. Chas. Black, her sons-in-law and daughters-in-law, including Mrs. William Hoskin Jr. of Toronto, her sister-in-law Mrs. Chas. Black. Mrs. Hoskin enjoys good health, lives alone in her home, Percy St. She tends to all her many household duties, takes an active interest in her church and community. The Colborne Express extends belated Birthday Greetings with a wish that she may live to celebrate many more birthdays. EAST NORTHUMBERLAND DISTRICT H. S. BOARD The regular meeting of the East Northumberland District High School Board was held in the High School at Brighton on the evening of February 8th, 1957 with Chairman A. A. Kemp presiding over the ^meeting. Other members present were Sam Netley, W. O. Graham, Wesley C. Down, R. J. Ross, C. L. Keating, Wm. T. Moran, and Foster Boulton. Also present were Messrs. A. M. Fulton, W. R. Baxter and Harry S. Ewlng. The minutes of the last regular meeting held on January 11th and one special meeting held on January 18th were read and approved as read on motion by R. J. Ross, seconded by Wm. T. Moran. Correspondence was read and Als-cussed. It was moved by Wesley C. Down, seconded by R. J. Ross, that we become members of the Ontario School Trustees and Ratepayers Association, submitting the required fee.--Carried. It was agreed on motion by S. Net-ley, seconded by W. O. Graham, that we grant permission to the Northumberland and Durham Health Unit to use the facilities of both Colborne and Brighton High Schools for carrying out immunization progmamme for polio. It was moved by W. O. Graham, seconded by Foster Boulton, that we authorize purchase of first aid kit to be used in office.--Carried. Mr. A. A. Kemp ond others reported on heating equipment at Brighton High School. After considerable discussion on this matter it was moved by Sam Netley, seconded by R. J. Ross, that we engage the services of heating consultatnt as recommended by Mr. H. H. Roberts, Architect, for advice on this matter.--Carried. It was moved by R. J. Ross, seconded by Sam Netley, that we purchase 10 chairs of design and price as presented by Mr. Booth, representing O'Neill Sales of Belleville, Ontario.-- Carried. Accounts totalling $1206.33 were approved for payment on motion by Sam Netley, seconded by Foster Boulton. Reports were presented by Principals of two schools. It was agreed on motion by Wm. T. Moran, seconded by C. L, Keating, that we agree to pay the registration fee of $1.00 per •student up to the maximum of 10 students for O.E.A. convention.--Carried. It was moved by Wesley C. Down, seconded by Foster Boulton, that we adjust salary schedule so the minimum salary will now be $3600 and $3800 and make an across-the-iboard adjustment of $200 in September for teachers whose services are satisfactory.--'Carried. It was agreed that a Special meeting be held at Brighton High School on Tuesday, February 19th, at 8.00 p.m. at which time estimates for 1957 would be adopted. The meeting did then adjourn. JOSEPH HOLLINGSWORTH In Cobourg General Hospital, Monday afternoon, February 11th, 1957, Joseph Hollingsworth entered into rest in his 77th year. He had been ill for two months, he had been taken more seriously and was in hospital foi a few days. He was born at Etwall, Derby City, England. When young he came to Canada, residing in Ontario. Following his marriage to Miss Catherine Everton of Toronto, he resided at Milton, Ontario. He was engaged in the bee-keeper business and operated a market garden. Following his retirement about ten years ago, he came to live in Colborne. He purchased a home, just completed building by Mr, George McCracken. Mr. Hollingsworth rested at J. M. Blacklock's Funeral Parlor, Grafton. Relatives and friends called to pay their respects. The funeral service was held Wednesday afternoon, February 13th, condmucted by Rev. R. E. Lemon, Rector of Trinity Anglican Church, Colborne. Interment Lakeport Cemetery. Pallbearers were Messrs. Wm. J. Troop Jr., M. J. Coomans, M. Campbell, M. Parish, T. Weara, A. Chls-holm. Relatives were present from Hamilton and. Woodstock. MRS. F. W. C. McCUTCHEON A former resident of this village for several years, Mrs. Frederick Mc-Cutcheon passed away at her home in Toronto, Saturday, February 16th in her 82nd year. She was born in London, Out., Mary Vining. Her early life being spent there and where she received her education. She came from Toronto to live in Colborne, when her husband, the late F. W. C. McCutcheon was principal of Colborne High School. During her stay here, she made many friends. She took an active part in the Wom-organizations of Colborne United Church. Predeceased by her husband and one son, Surgeon Lieut.-Com. Jared V. McCutcheon, she is survived by daughter, Mary, two sons, M. Wallace McCutcheon, Toronto, and Dt. Carswell W. V. McCutcheon, Sarnia. The funeral service was held Tuesday, February 19th at 11 a.m. at the Logan and Sons Funeral Home, Dun-das St., London, Ont. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. SURPRISE PARTY FOR MR. & MRS. L. E. MUTTON GEORGE E. COUCH Funeral services were held Thursday, February 14th for the late George Edward Couch, father of well-known Trenton merchant, Kenneth J. Couch. Mr. Couch, who resided with his son it 224 Dundas St. West, Trenton, passed away at Trenton Memorial Hospital in his 89th year. He had been in failing health for the past four months. A resident of Trenton for the past 17 years Mr. Couch was a retired blacksmith and spring maker for the Canadian National Railways. Formerly he made his home in Toronto. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Couch. His education was received at English Settlement, near Carrying Place. The late Mr. Couch was a member of the United Church of Canada by faith. He was predeceased by his wife, the late Gertrude L. Hollembeck, and by one son, Walter Couch. Mourning his death are his son, Kenneth J. Couch, six grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Nettie Rogers, Toronto. The late Mr. Couch rested at the Weaver Funeral Home for service at 2 p.m. The largely attended service conducted by Rev. G. J. Minielly, minister of King St. United Church, assisted by Rev. D. C. McLelland, minister of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. The committal service at St. George's Cemetery was conducted by Rev. K. F. Blachford, rector of St. George's Anglican Church. Pallbearers were Kenneth Ferguson, Douglas Wright, George Jones Sr., W. E. Donaldson, Les. Henson, and J. G. Fitzgibbon.--Trenton Courier-Advocate. Mr. Couch was a former Colborne resident. He operated a blacksmith shop here for several years. On Thursday evening last, February 14th, many neighbours, friends and relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Mutton held a Surprise Party at the latter's home, to celebrate their 15th Wedding Anniversary. During the course of the evening, presentation of crystalware in the cornflower pattern was made, after an address was read by Mrs. Walter Ferguson, which read as follows: Dear Beryl and Lawrence: You may have wondered why we all came, Or perhaps you've guessed it just the same, You must be remembering this Valentine Day, That just fifteen years ago, Beryl "changed her name. Not only a threshold, but an ocean you crossed, And here in our midst, kind fate had you tossed, You've worked and you've helped in our small neighbourhood, With a ride, or some flowers, or pies that were good. Through times that were trying and times that were gay, Many friends here recall in many a way, How you would appear with a word of good cheer, You're high on the list of friends we hold dear. Your door always open, your heart's ever light, With family and neighbours, you're voted "Just Right", And so on this evening we're gathered to say, May God bless your future in -every way. --Signed on behalf of your friends and neighbours.--Lulu M: Mutton, Eva Mutton, Matt Mutton. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Mutton thsnked all for the very pleasant surprise Anniversary Party and for the lovely gift of crystal for this, their 15th anniversary. Light lunch was then served. IS THIS UNIQUE? On Thursday afternoon of last week, while playing cribbage, Messrs. C. D. Wood, proprietor of the Queen"s Hotel, and Mr. A. A. Kemp, Castleton, both held the same hands, viz.: 2 fives, 1 four, 1 six (hearts and clubs) with the 4 of spades turned up. If any cribbage players have bad this same experience, we would like to hear from them. iron ore from Cana-1955 were 16,445,411 than double shipments in Shipments of HUSTLERS' AUXILIARY VALENTINE TEA GRAND SUCCESS Colourful streamers, red hearts and spring flowers formed the setting for the Hustlers' Auxiliary Valentine Tea, Saturday, February 16th in the United Church S.S. Hall. The president, Mrs. M. R. Campbell, received at the door with Mrs. T. McDonald at the collection table. At 4 o'clock our Tiny Tots modeled "the latest spring creations" to music rendered by Mrs. W. Irvine. Ruthie Harnden came forth in blue silk trimmed with lace and again with sister Jeannie in twin sun dresses. Arlene Ferguson looked like Miss Valentine herself in a red plaid frock with jaunty white collar. Mary Lou Darker and Patty Johnson, hand in hand, modeled twin aprons. Sharon McLaughlin stepped out in turquoise criskay sun dress and again in a skirt of brown denim. Bonny Teal wore a pink organdy blouse trimmed with lace and pleated skirt of turquoise linen. Rhonda Lowery displayed a black and white check slack suit. Vivian Smith modeled a circle skirt in lime green criskay and Jo Anne Griffith came forth In a smocked turquoise broadcloth frock. Kathy Smith wore gold denim shorts with matching halter top. Jlmmie Harnden in multicolour denim overalls and jacket with blege shirt to match and Ryan Chisholmi in white shirt and trim denim slacks represented the young men's section of the fashion parade. Pouring tea were Mrs. F. W. Taylor, Mrs. E. Quinn, Mrs. M. R. Campbell, and Mrs. (Dr.) F. R. Pemiber. Serving the tea tables were: Mrs. K. Redner, Mrs. Ross Teal, Mrs. G. Westrope, Mrs. (Dr.) F. R. Pember, Mrs, H. Grosjean, Mrs. B. Spencer, Mrs. W. G Harnden, Mrs. G. Smith, Mrs. E. Thompson, Mrs C. Hauser. and Mrs. H. G. McKay. The bake table was laden with a wonderful variety of home cooking. Those presiding were Mrs. W. Williams, Mrs. G. Knapp and Mrs. Russell Teal. There was a grand display at the fancy work table tended by Mrs. G. Darker, Mrs. A. Dale and Mrs. W. Baxter. The fashion show committee was Mrs. D. McLaughlin. Mrs. G. Johnson and Mrs. H. W. Harnden, assisted by Mrs. Chas. Teal. Miss Nadine Irvine, Miss Arliss McLaughlin and Miss Diane Hauser. Others of great help were Mrs. J. R. Davis. Miss Noreen Purdv. Mrs. C. Ferguson, Mrs. R. Mutton. M". Harold Blank, air* Miss Margaret Mart's. --Contributed by Mrs. H?rold Farn- CansdaV nonunion on January 1. 1856 totalled 15,818,000. TRINITY CHURCH A.Y.P.A. PRESENTS FINE COMEDY On the evenings of February 14th and 15th, in Colborne Town Hall, three act comedy "Cyclone Sally" Eugene Hafer was presented by cast of players under the auspices of Trinity Anglican Church Young People's Association. Each evening there was a good sized appreciative audience present to enjoy the play. Or Thursday evening the cast of characters was introduced by Mr. Albert Waller, Friday evening by the Rector, Rev. R. E. Lemon. This is the ninth play to be prepared and played by this vivacious association. Each time under the skillful and efficient direction of Mrs. Norman Sheldrick, each well selected actor and actress was capably ■ trained to take his or her part in a most com mendable way. As in previous plays Mrs. Sheldrick not only directs it but takes a role. "Cyclone Sally" cast of characters was made up of Misses Georgdna Harper, Carol Connors, Shirley Chapman, Mesdames Norman Sheldrick, Allan Learomnth, Messrs. Jerry Ryan, Fred Baker, Bud Chapman, Robert Bur-;. Each year It is necessary to new members to the cast. These remarkably well, showing no evidence of "first acting jitters". Other members of the association assisted in ushering, taking and selling tickets, and in stage work. Mrs. Bud Chapman was the prompter. The between acts entertainment was given by Miss Sandra Cooke and Mr. George Baker, singing duets and solos, Accompanied at the piano by Mrs. C. L. Keating. Miss Penny Cooke gave excellent demonstrations Baton Twirling. Following the play on Friday evening, members of the cast and those who had in any way assisted were entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Keating. Durlns the next few weeks, this plav will be given at several places where this A.Y.P.A. has displayed its well performed plavs in the past. At the Sunday morning service, the Rector. Rev. R. E. Lemon, paid glowing tribute to the cast of the play for the commendable way each one acted hi? or her t>art. In preparation these voung people had spent many hours Ipar.-rtne their lines and In practice, j he mbiwrr m<,d<= <™* «,« iu» «» In previous times will he used for improvements to church property. The«e voung people are to be highly complimented for the faithful way in which thev serve their church by giving so much of their time. JR. WILLING WORKERS The regular monthly meeting of the Jr. Willing Workers of Old St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church was held on Wed. evening, Feb. 13th at the home of Mrs. B. Fox, which was tastefully decorated in a Valentine theme. The president, Mrs. J. Usborne, called the meeting to order. The devotional period opened with the Scripture reading John 14:1-10 read by Mrs. D. MacGregor. Mrs. A. Cam-mack gave a most interesting account of the story behind the Mlzpah Benediction. Hymn 606 was sung. The minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Mrs. Leone Myles and adopted. The business period was given over to the discussion of and final plans for our rummage and home bake sale to be held on February. 23rd. It was unanimously approved that the Sec-Treas. of the S.S. be requested to purchase whatever new slides the S.S. needs, the expense to be borne by our group. Miss Rosemary Robertson closed the meeting with prayer. A delightful lunch was served by our hostess, assisted by Mrs. F. Martin, Mrs. R. A. Miller and Mrs. F. Cowie. C.G.I.T. MOTHER AND DAUGHTER BANQUET At 6.30 p.m., Friday, February 15th the Canadian Girls in Training and their mothers gathered in the Baptist Church basement for the annual mother and daughter banquet. Thirty in attendance were seated at the attractively set tables, which were laden with an abundance of delicious food. The banquet was arranged for and planned by the mothers of the girls, assisted by the ladies of the Baptist Church, who acted as servitors. Following the banquet, carpet ball and other games were enjoyed by thi girls and their mothers. Mrs. Russell Teal, on behalf of the mothers, moved a vote of thanks to the ladies of the church who helped supply and serve the banquet, also to Mrs. Dalton Hetherington, for her leadership in this C.G.I.T., group. This was replied to by a hearty applause. An all time record of 442,000 births occurred in Canada during 1955. SCOUT COMMISSIONER VISITS COLBORN/. • On Thursday last, February 14th, Regional Field Commissioner for the Boy Scouts Association, Arthur Jackson, made an official visit to Colborne. In his work, Mr. Jackson supervises Scouting throughout Eastern Ontario, and his visits to each town, where there is a strong Group, are very infrequent. Meeting with the Wolf Cubs first, he took the meeting over from Cub-master Duncan MoGlennon, and led the Cubs in some games, each with a purpose, connected with their badge work. In talking to the Cubs, he explained parts of Scouting that they possibly had not heard before. The Scout Troop, holding its regular meeting at this time, was under the leadership of Scouter Paul Hor-ton, who has recently joined our Group, in the absence of the Scout master. When the Commissioner and Scoutmaster arrived, the Troop was on full parade, and presented a showing the town can be proud of. Mr. Jackson remarked that this Is a very smart looking Troop, and was very impressed with the meeting that followed. This pat on the hack goes further than just to the boys includes the effort put forth by the Scouts' parents over the years in encouraging their son in his Cub and Scout work. Mr. Jackson met with the Group Committee still later, and was given thorough breakdown of the progress and work being done by the Scout Group in Colborne. He made several suggestions for our benefit, and gave each Leader and Committeeman encouragement to carry on with this important work. For the information of those who are in doubt, the following shows how our Colborne Group is organized: Group Committee--a group of Fathers and Men who have a keen interest in the development of our Youth--with Mr. E. M. Rimmer as Chairman, Albert Dance as Secretary-treasurer, and Al Cammaok and all Leaders as Members. This Group, the executive of whom are appointed by the Rotary Club (Group sponsors), are responsible for many phases of the work--such as organization of Drives, Camps, etc. Responsible to the Group Commit- - ---- .tl» unite-Mu, Seau* Troop and Wolf Culb Pack. These are led by these listed here: Scout Master--Jim Small. Asst. Scout Masters--Paul Horton, orman Sheldrick, Maj. Symonds, George Peters, with instructors Wm. Self, Mac Pettibone. Cub Master--Duncan McGlennon. Asst. Cub Master--Lome Hill. And helping with willing hands are the Mothers Auxiliary to the Scouts and Cubs, under the Chairmanship of Mrs. Walter Williams. These Leaders welcome anybody at any of their meetings, so do not hesitate to visit them and see what your boys are doing.--Contributed by Jim Small. COMING EVENTS Trinity Anglican Church Service will be at 9.30 next Sunday morning, February 24th. A Crokinole Party, sponsored by the Colborne United Church Choir, will be held in the Sunday School Rooms Friday evening, March 8th, at 8 p.m. Refreshments. Admission 50c and 35c. Proceeds for Organ Fund. f21,28,m7c The Northumberland County Historical Society will hold the February meeting in the Community Hall at Harwood on Thursday, February 28th, at 8 P.M. A good programme is arranged and all are welcome. f21,28c Reserve Sat., Feb. 23rd--Rummage and Home Baking Sale at Old St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, sponsored by the Junior Willing Workers. j24 Annual Banquet Northumberland Vegetable Growers, Baltimore Community Centre, Friday, February 22, 1957, at 7.00 p.m. Hon. W. A. Good-fellow, speaker. Dancing to Grafton Young Aces. Tickets $i.so. 119,21c Friday, February 32nd, at 8.00 p.m., Colborne A.Y.P.A. will present a three act Comedy, "Cyclone Sally", in Castleton Town Hall, under the auspices of Castleton United Church Sunday School. Adults 50c, children f!4,21c UNITED MISSIONARY CHURCH W. M. S. The monthly meeting of the W. M. S. was held on Thursday evening, Feb. 14th at the home of Mrs. Elgy Warner. The meeting opened with the singing of the hymn "Take my life and let it be". Afterwards Mrs. Ramer led in prayer. Roll Call was a Scripture verse where the word love was used. Various letters were read from the missionaries in the foreign fields, which showed to those present how much our prayers are needed, especially now at this time. Mrs. Ra-gave a reading called "When the Deacon spoke in Church". Mrs. Pur-dy read a few verses from the 7th chapter of Corinthians. A special prayer was asked for a very lonely and wonderful missionary who works alone in the mission field In Formosa ; Bessie Cordell. Intercessory prayers were said by Mrs. Warner and Mrs. Herman. Mrs. Ramer closed the meeting with prayer and lunch served by our hostess.--E. Rush, Press Reporter. . EUCHRE A SUCCESS The Ladies' Auxiliary to Colborne 187 Branch Canadian Legion B.E.S.L., held their Euchre and Cribbage games on Wednesday evening February 13th. Ladies' high cribbage, Sandra Tur-ney. Men's high cribbage, George Fletcher. Euchre: Ladies' high, Mrs. W. Noble; Men's high, Mr. R. Kirton; La-, dies' lone hands, Mrs. Coyle; MenV lone hands, Stan Pearson. Ladies' low Mrs. A. D. Day; Men's low, John Dunk. A dainty lunch was served and enjoyed by all The ladies of the Auxiliary wish to thank everyone who made their effort a success.--Sally Fletcher, Press Reporter. Euchre Party -- Catholic Women's League will hold a Euchre Party Friday, March 1st, at 8.30 in Parish Hall. Special door prize, prizes, lunch; also draw on two woolen blankets. All welcome. Admission 50c. f21c The Annual Pancake Supper, under the auspices of Trinity Church A.Y. P.A., will be held in the Parish Hall Shrove Tuesday, March 5th, 1957, from 5.30 to 8.00 p.m. Watch this paper for further particulars. f21c Annual St. Patrick's Dance, March 15th, 1957, in Brighton Town Hall, auspices of the Altar Society of Holy Angel's Church. Music by Neil Taft and his Canadian Jamboree Gang. $1.00 per person. Lunch. £21-m.7c Friday, February 22nd, a Euchre and Bridge will be held at Brighton Masonic Temple at 8 o'clock p.m. under the auspices of Colborne Chapter No. 82 O.E.S. Prizes and refreshments. Admission 50c. Saturday, March 2nd, the Ladies' Aid of Trinity Anglican Church will hold an Afternoon Tea and Home-bake Sale. Tea served from 3 to 6 85c. f7-28c 1 Old time Dancing: at Cobourg Arena every Sat. nite with Neil Taft and his seven piece band featuring Jack Giddings and his electric organo. Admission 75c. Dancing 9-12. COLBORNE ROTARY CLUB (By A. Dove) Monday Feb 18, 1957 Queens Hotel 6.30 p.m. Singing Rotary Grace & The Queen. Dinner was served, Four Rotarians fined for being late, Irvin Post Sargent at Arms was busy collecting fines, followed by Rotary sing song. Weekly draw won by President Alf Minaker John Kaiser, donated two chickens, tickets were sold, to raise money, winning tickets drawn Wm. Irvin. & Ed Rimmer. Bruce Spencer, introduced Rotarian . W. Hopper director of crippled children from Toronto, Slides were shown of camips for Crippled children two in northern Ont. one near London, & Merrywood camp near Perth, Colborne Rotary help to look after the camps also the children who go to them Pictures these camps where excellent f enjoyed by all Rotarians, A vej scriptive explanation by Rotrf^ Hopper, Attendance last meeting onlyj ed one Rotarian for a perfect n Election of Officers Monday* next one hundred per cent plej See You all monday sharp Factory shipments of Can* made vehicles jumped more if per cent in 1955 over the pre year. The 1955 shipments to| 453,623 units. CARDS OF THANKS BAKER--Mrs. S. C. Baker y to sincerely say "Thank YouJ cards, enquiries and the many 1 .Besses she received during h^ cent illness. MUTTON--We would like t< all our relatives and friends foj wonderful suprise they gave j our Wedding Anniversary, foM cards and beautiful gift of < We appreciated it so much. Lawrence andl