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Colborne Suffers Loss Of Highly Respected Citizen -- Charles A. Post Passes The village of Colborne suffered the loss of a highly respected and extremely well loved citizen when Mr. Charles A. Post, in his 70th year, passed away at his home on Church Street after a short illness on Saturday, January 10, 1959. Mr. Post was born in Brighton, Ontario, on April 22, 1880. He attended Public and High School there and went to Toronto where he entered the barber trade. He came to Colborne in 1905 and purchased the barber business of Mr. Craig. On July 24th, 1906, Mr. Post married Julia Mahoney and brought her to her present home on Church Street. "Charlie" as everyone knew him was a chartered member of the Independent Order of Oddfellows, a former member of the Masonic Lodge and spent all 53 years of his life here as a faithful member of Old St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, acting as Trustee and on the Board of Managers. He was predeceased by two sons and a daughter, Freddie, 1931; Rev. Jay J. in 1954 and Katie (Mrs. A. N. Peacock) in 1958; and is survived by his wife and one son Irvine D. of Colborne, six grandchildren, also one brother, Jay, of Waterloo, NY. Rested at the Barnes' Funeral Home, North Street, until Monday, January 15th, thence to Old St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church where service was conducted by Rev. L. M. Smith, a former minister of this church, now residing in Carleton Place. The Honourary Pallbearers were Messrs. E. Broomfield, Harry Fiske, Frank Harding, Walter Williams, Leonard Gordon, John Fenaughty, Wm. Ament, Gordon Beavis. The active pallbearers were Messrs. Gordon Smith, Gillis McKay, John | Bell, Chas. Wood, Mac Campbell and George Latimer. Interment was in Lakeport Cemetery. Friends from out of town who attended the funeral were Mr. and Gene Gallogher, and Mrs. Jay Post of Buffalo, N.Y.; Mrs. T. Marks, Mrs. J. Horahan and son, Jack, Mrs. Merald Mellow of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Palmer of Islington; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ironside, Mr. Clare McFaul, Mr. and Mrs. John Bean of Belleville; Mr. A. Peacock and family of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Griffis of Elmdale; Mrs. Doug Wilson of Cobourg; Mr. and Mrs. Dan Dudley of Bowmanville; Mr. and Mrs. Art Clarke, Mrs. Newell Craig. Mrs. Fred Wade, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Simpson and Mrs. Katie Craig of Brighton; Mr. and Mrs. Dr. E. Garfat of Peterborough. Colborne Rotary The regular weekly meeting of the Rotary Club Was held in the Queen's Hotel, Monday evening, a good attendance with six visitors, Lt. Col. Robert Williams, O.B.E., M.C. and E.D., Burlington Club; Thos. Heatherington, Trenton Club; Russell Manning, Cobourg Club; Art Jackson, Brighton Regional Commissioner of Boy Scouts; Scotty Broughton, Brighton, District Commissioner Boy Scouts and Paul Island, Colborne Boy Scouts. Scotty Broughton presented Paul Island with the highest award available to a Scout, the Silver Arrow Head. Lt. Col. Robert Williams, M.C. & E.D., speaking on behalf of the Health League of Canada, making strong appeal to pay attention to well children to be sure to continue in good health. He did not neglect to warn the adults of the necessity to take advantage of the up to date medical knowledge in protecting their own health and forestalling unforeseen trouble. Thanks to James Coumans for the fine speaker. ENTERPRISE COLBORNE CHRONICLE it 4 m Gerard Arthur, one of French-Canada's best-known theatre and radio personalities, is the reader chosen by CBC radio for Stories in French, a new program broadcast Saturdays the Trans-Canada network. De- signed for English-speaking listeners studying the language, Stories in French provides a form of "learn French" club where French is presented In such a way that learning be-, comes a pleasure. Rabies Outbreak In Area Prompts Search For Foxes SUCCESSOR TO THE COLBORNE EXPRESS (Established 1866) THE COLBORNE ENTERPRISE (Established 1886) THURSDAY, JANUARY 15th, 1959 $2.00 per year in Canada --■ $3.00 to U.S.A. Joan Ellen Sheppard Becomes Bride of Earl Detlor A quiet but pretty wedding took place at 287 Dufferin Ave, Belleville, when Joan Ellen Sheppard, Registered Nurse, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. H. Sheppard of Colborne became the bride of Earl Detlor, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Detlor of R.R. 5, Belleville, on December 30th, 1958. The Rev. R. McMullen of Stone United Church officiated in the presence of the immediate relatives of both parties. The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Mr. Wilfred Sheppard, looked charming in a floor-length gown of lace and net over white satin with shirred bodice featuring sequins and pearls on a rounded neck line and long ts at lace sleeves with lily points wrists. Her fingertip veil was held place by nylon cornet headdress studded with sequins and pearls and wore a red rose corsage. The bridesmaid, Miss Esther Fan joy of Beleville, nurse in training and friend of the bride wore waltz-length dress of brocaded blue net over taffeta with a matching circular headdress with lattice of nylon interwoven with tiny pearls held in place with two nylon clips and wore a corsage of white carnations. Miss Linda Sheppard, sister of the bride, was a very charming flower girl in a pink nylon dress with full skirt and carried a bouquet of white pinorthis pom 'mums. The groomsman was Mr. Carmen Reid of Belleville. The reception was held at the bride's apartment, the bride's mother receiving in a dress of royal blue crepe and the groom's mother in a two piece blue dress. Guests were present from Belleville and Colborne. They will reside in Belleville. (Belleville paper please copy) Sr. Willing Workers The first meeting of the New Year by the Senior Willing Workers of Old St. Andrew's met at the home of Mrs. E. Broomfield on Thursday, January 8th. In the absence of our President, Mrs. Post,- the first Vice President, Mrs. A. C. McGlennon, taking the meeting, opened the worship period by reading Psalm 37. She then read a very fine piece by Jane Scott who writes for the Telegram, on the "New Year." Mrs. G. Hollingsworth led in prayer. Minutes of the last meeting were read by the Secretary, Mrs. Broomfield, who moved the adoption and seconded by Mrs. Philp. Carried. Letters and cards from the sick and Business was then conducted as usual and we closed with the Lord's Prayer in unison. A delicious lunch was served by the Hostess and a social hour was spent. Sent in by Elba I. Philp, Press Reporter. C.W.L. Meet At Mrs. R. Harndens The regular meeting of St. Francis de Sales sub-division was held at the home of Mrs. R. Harnden, Friday afternoon, January 9th. The ladies decided to have a euchre in our Parish Hall on Friday evening, January 30th. Conveners appointed as follows: Mrs. F. Hart, Mrs. T. Hill, Mrs. I. Pendergast and Mrs. J. Carey. Mrs. F. Hart offered her home for the next meeting, Tuesday afternoon, Tebru-a^ 3rd. The meeting closed with the usual prayers. Mrs. T. Hill moved the meeting adjourn. i lie laaics e«)oyea a rew games Hi euchre for the remainder of the afternoon. Prizes won by Mrs. J. Cooney, ladies high; Mrs. White, ladies low. A delicious lunch was served by our hostess and lunch conveners, Mrs. J. Cooney and Mrs. J. Kelly. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. was held in the Sunday School Hall on Thursday afternoon, January 8th, 1959, with the President, Mrs. F. ". Taylor in the chair. Mrs. Taylor opened the meeting with a thought for the day. The singing of the hymn, "When All Thy Mercies, O My God," followed. Satisfactory reports were given by the various Secretaries. We were happy to learn that we had reached our allocation. The installation of the officers for the m?{nymr -------- The worship service was under the leadership of Mrs. L. Gordon, the theme being, "Growing Magnamity." Mrs. Pacey read the Scripture lesson, Isaiah 11:1-9 and Isaiah 42:1-4. These two Scripture passages from Isaiah Colborne Council Hold Inaugural Meeting Elect Committees Colborne Council met for the inaugural meeting on January 5th. at 11 a.m. Members present: Reeve F. W. Harding and Councillors Griffis and Thomp- Rev. James Gibson led in a short devotional period reading from 1st. Timothy, 2nd. chapter and verses 1 to 8. He then congratulated Council on their pre-fermen and traced the importance of the work through our democratic system, suggesting that local Councils as being nearer the people whom they represented had a great responsibility in trying to do the thing that will do the most good for the most people. He then closed with prayer. Reeve Harding thanked Mr. Gibson for coming out on such a cold morning and for his words of guidance. Council were then sworn in and discussed several matters before adjourning till 7.30 p.m. Colborne Council met at 7.30 p.m. pursuant to the adjournment of the mor- Members present: Reeve F. W. Harding and Councillors Cotter, Griffis, Thompson and Moore. Councillors Cotter and Moore sub-' scribed to the oath of office and took their seats. Minutes of last meeting were read and approved on motion of Councillors Griffis and Cotter. Mr. C. L. Turney addressed Council regarding the removing of snow from the streets of the Village when neces-scary. It was agreed on motion of Cotter and Thompson that C. L. Turney be engaged to plow the snow from the streets of Colborne at $2.00 per hoi for his equipment and $1.00 per hour for labor. Communications: From St. John's Ambulance requesting a grant from the Village to assist them in carrying out their work. @n motion of Councillors Griffis and Moore it was agreed to grant St. John's Ambulance the sum of $25.00. From Joseph Fearon, Attorney at Law New York, N. Y. enclosing a cheque for the amount of money due the estate of Mrs. M. L. Stewart from the estate of the late J. H. Drinkwater. From the Ontario Farmers Union irging that some action be taken regarding the outbreak of rabies in these United Counties. From the Northumberland and Durham Health Unit enclosing Health reports for the months of October and November and requesting that the Health Unit be consulted when any By-Law was being considered which dealt with health matters. From Ontario Good Roads Association requesting membership. From the Ontario Association of Rural Municipalities requesting membership. Constable George Blyth reported that during the past month he had investigated 5 accidents, recovered 1 car stolen from Colborne and 1 car stolen from Ajax. Mr. R. E. Pacey addressed Council congratulating the members on being choseil to conduct the business of the Village during the Centennial year and assured them of the best wishes of himself and the Bank during the coming year Mr. Ed Rimmer presented a report of the Library Board also a petition signed by a number of ratepayers requesting that the Council set up a Public Library Board. The report showed a net credit of $352.98 in the Bank. This matter discussed at some length and it was ally agreed unanimously on motioi J. E. Cottetr and Wm- C. Griffis that the Clerk be instructed to prepare By-Law to set up a Public Library The following committees appointed on motion of Councillors Cotter and Moore, namely, t Streets and Sidewalks: George Moore and Wm. C. Griffis. Fire and Property: John Cotter and Earl Thompson, with Reeve Harding being ta membetr of all committees On motion of Councillors Griffis and Cotter, Reeve Harding Was named Pol ice Commissioner and Building Inspect or for 1959. Moved by Earl Thompson and Seconded by J. E. Cotter that the following be named as members of the Recreation Committee for 3 years, Thos. McDonald, H. F. Cowie and Geo. Maskell, with icillors Wm. Griffis and Geo. Moore as council representatives for the year 1959. Carried. Reeve Harding read a letter of resignation from the Recreation Committee by John Bell. He expressed appreciat-of the work done by Mr. Bell for Recreation in this Village but appreciated also the responsibility of the work he was doing for our Centennial celebration. It was then agreed on motion of Cotter and Griffis that the resignat- n be accepted with regret. The different municipal officials were interviewed and it was agreed on mot-of Moore and Thompson that the Streets Forman should be covered by the pension plan and that Constable Blyth should have $10.00 per month to cover his expenses when attending Moved by Griffis and seconded by Thompson that the Clerk be paid $25.00 for his work in connection with settling Mrs. M. L. Stewart's Estate. Carried Moved by Thompson and seconded by Moore that the following accounts Nelson Davis, Christmas tree for Hall, $10.00. Cities Service Oil Co.. for Town Hall $32.19.- Al's Hardware, supplies $66.85. Ted McMurray, gas, $6.00. United Counties, hospitalization, $122.64. Jenings Fuels, for Town Hall, $39.31. Colborne Chronicle for advertising $14.00. Composers, Authors and Pub. Association, licence $10.00. Pettibone Bros, for Fire Truck $1.00. Griffis Drug Store for Mrs. Stewart's Estate $1.50. Dr. J. D. H. lies for Mrs. Stewart $7.50- George Blyth, salary as Constable $230.00. Rev. R. Harris, school crossing guard $20.00. Jos. Farrell, 1 month pension $10.00. Bell Telephone Co., No. 397, $5.69; No. 91. $4.60: No. 25, $27.16; No. 63w, $7.35. Total 44.80. Ken Symons, for D. A. Gorrie banquet $17.15. Geo. Johnston> Ambulancje subsidy $42.00. Relief accounts $99.00. Fire Department $19>00. Keith Clark, payroll, Dec. 12th. to Jan. 2nd. $692.30. A By-Law authtorizing the borrowing of money from the Canadian Bank of Commerce for current expenses was given first reading on motion of Councillors Cotter and Griffis. On motion of Councillors Thompson and Moore the rules governing the passing of by-laws were suspended for this session of Council. i motion of Griffis and Cotter the by-law was given second reading and md authorizing the Reeve and Treas-lrer to borrow up to $40,000 for current expenses. On motion of Moore and Thompson the by-law was given third reading, signed, sealed and numbered. On motion of Councillors Griffis and Thompson, Council did then adjc School children in Colborne have been advised by their teachers and principals to proceed straight to and from school, and keep away from the rinks and slides while the present rabies1 threat is evident. A considerable number of rabid foxes have been observed in and near the community in recent weeks, and several domestic animals have been afflicted with the disease. One resident said his dog appeared to be ill one day, and when he went to the basement of the house the next morning he found the animal foaming at the mouth and crouched to leap at his master. It was necessary for the pet to be shot. Several groups of men, armed with guns, have been scouring the area searching for rabid animals reported in the district. These men are being assisted by members of the R.C.A.F. Fish and Game Club of Trenton who meet at the Colborne Fire Hall and set out to shoot foxes and rabbits ta order to prevent possible spread of the Citizens of Colborne report that the present rabies outbreak in animals appears to be the most serious ever known in the community. All possible steps are being taken to see that the afflicted animals are kept out of Colborne or destroyed immediately if suspected. Colborne United Church W.M.S. View Slides On Crippled Children show that Israel's prophets, to whom had come revelations of the true nature of God, had a growing awareness of the brotherhood of all men. These sentiments were not generally held at that time. However vague the idea was at first, there was a growing conviction that Wood-kinship with all its narrow exclusiveness would someday have to yield to the Spiritual Kinship that sees all men as brothers: that the value of human life, the sacredness of brotherhood and the right of all per- -Wftiflfln Wotftte x&rmofTIteir-- shown hy Mr. and Mrs. Spencer, on the work being done for Crippled Children. Mrs. K. Redner read the narration. Mr. Taylor closed the meeting with the Benediction. Ontario Crippled Childrens Centre Building Fund The Building Fund for the new Ontario Crippled Children's Centre opens here Monday with a number of volunteer workers enlisted to put the $1,200 local appeal over the top. Mr. Dance, chairman of the local appeal, said his committee is confident that Colborne and district will reach its in the campaign. "Every .donation, large or small, will help us towards our goal," Mr. Dance said. I think it is important everyone realizes that the number of handicapped children is still increasing, despite the great advances made in research in recent years into the causes and prevention of disabling diseases", Mr. Dance stated. "The new Ontario Centre will give encouragement and opportunity to hundreds of children who have been crippled by disease, accident or the tragedies of chance. It well provide the finest medical and therapeutic care available anywhere. It will give regular academic classes as well as vocotional guidance and training to children so that untimate-ly they can play a useful and important role in their own community", he said. From now until January 31st you have the opportunity to share in planning a brighter future for handicapped youngsters with your gift to the On- tario Crippled Children's Centre Building Fund. Each person who gives to the Centre is making a personal gift to a crippled child's future", Mr. Dance said. Farm Forum Rally On Friday evening, January 9th, the forums of East Northumberland held a very successful rally at Castleton Town Hall. Despite the cold weather and slippery roads there was a good representation from Mt. Pleasant, Shiloh, Morganston and the former Dartford group. The guest speaker was Mr. Jack Ar-nott, Orono, local fleldman for the Federation of Agriculture. He showed slides, gave a brief talk on vertical integration and divided those present into discussion groups to answer the question, "What are you going to do about vertical Integration?" Later the secretary of each group gave the result of their findings. Concluding the evening there was a social half hour followed by dancing. On January 31st, 1958, Mt. Pleasant Forum held their annual turkey supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Don Ducle. It was well attended by members and their families. Mr. and Mrs. Eckert Celebrate 60th. Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Eckert of Colborne were at home to their many friends and relatives on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary. Mrs. Eckert wearing a lovely gown of royal blue and corsage of sweetheart roses assisted by Mr. Eckert in his wheelchair with a white carnation bouton-naire, graciously received and welcomed their guests into a gayly adorned home for this occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Eckert were married on the 21st of December, 1898, at the bride's home in Hallowell by the Rev. Mr. Harris of Bloomfield United Church. Following the ceremony they took the train for Trenton. At the conclusion of their honeymoon they went to the home of the groom at East Lake for the reception. They settled on the farm for a few years then moved to Trenton where Mr. Eckert ran a bakery for some time. They eventually moved to Toronto where he was employed by a leading bakery. They have five children, two daughters (Hazel) Mrs. Harry Stickle and (Helen) Mrs. Robert Cook; three sons, Morley and Frank of Toronto and George of Vancouver, B.C.; twelve granchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. The table for the turkey dinner of which forty family members partook was daintilly appointed with damask linen silver service and the anniversary cake. Mrs. B. Walters, sister-in-lsw of Mrs. Eckert, poured tea and their older granddaughters served. Mrs. William Stewart of Belleville, Mrs. B. Metcalf, Miss Marilyn and Miss Thora Cook all of Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Eckert were the happy recepients of a tri-light floor lamp, an electric blanket, a comforter and platform rocker as well as numerous other gifts. Telegrms conveying congratulations were received from Her Majesty, the Queen, the Prime Minister, John Diefenbaker, Mr. Frost, Secretary of the Parliament of Ontario and Mr. Goodfellow and Halldmand Township, Mr. Thompson. The attendants at their marriage. Miss Florence Walters, cousin of the bride, now living in Red Deer and Mr. G. L. Walters, brother, now deceased.