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m 88th Year No. 27 THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, JULY 8th, 1954 $2.00 a year in advance--$3.00 to U.S.A. MR. AND MRS. J. T. ROBSON CELEBRATE FIFTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY On Friday evening June 25th, 1954 about fifty friends of Mr. and Mrs. James T. Robson gathered at their home and gave them a surprise party to commemorate their Golden Wedding, the anniversary of which was on the 22nd of June. After a pleasant social hour the gathering was called to order by Mr. Clifford Mann, Master of Ceremonies. A short programme of speeches and music followed. A number of very pleasing duets were sung* by Mr. and Mrs. Hewlett of Vernonville accompanied by the violin and guitar. Miss Doreen Mann presented Mrs. Robson with a lovely bouquet, after which Mrs. James Deviney read the following address : To Mr. and Mrs. James Robson Dear Friends: We are gathered together this evening, your friends, neighbours and fellow members of Vernonville Church, to offer our sincere good wishes and congratulations on the occasion of your Golden Wedding Anniversary. To enjoy fifty years of happy marriage is a boon, not granted to many, it is indeed something of which to be proud. In the Fairy Tale the lovers got married and lived happily ever after. Well fifty years is not forever but it is surely a fair approxi-. mation, and the happiness Which we know was real came not by chance but was the result of true tenderness and faithful co-operation. Some of us who are here tonight have known you for many years since before your marriage when you were boy and girl in Vernonville. Some few of us were present on that June day in 1904, when James and Margaret were united in marriage by the Rev. Mr. Duncan. It is reported you had the unusual good fortune to go on two wedding journeys. Many of us knew you in the happy days when you had your fine family growing up around you and now you have tall granddaughters and grandsons on whom to delight. At all times your lovely home has been a centre of friendship and warm hospitality. You have been rich in the things which make for happiness, and have shared those things richly with others. Both of you have been life-long attendants of Vernonville Church and have given freely of your time and talent to its service. Margaret, who has the gift of music, for many years played the organ and led the choir. James served in the Sunday School as Superintendent and as an Elder of long standing in the church. His great talent for organization was many times used in preparing Special Services, and in keeping old members in touch with the church. Through his efforts the beautiful Founders Plaque was prepared and hung and will be of ever greater historical interest in the years to come. But perhaps in nothing were his services more graciously given than as an usher and how many guests and old members remember being met with a warm welcome. And now we would ask you to receive these gifts as small tokens of our love and appreciation. We wish you many more happy anniversaries and may we be able to attend your Diamond Anniversary in 1964. Mr. and Mrs. Robson were presented with a beautiful lamp and two cups and saucers overlaid with gold. Mr. Robson made a suitable and amusing reply, after which the bride and groom were photographed cutting the wedding cake. A delicious lunch concluded the pleasant and merry evening. COLBORNE ROTARY CLUB The regular meeting of the Rotary club was held at the Queen's hotel on Monday evening at six-thirty. It was the first meeting of the Rotary new year and the new president, Alf Dove was in charge. It was also welcoming night for past president Albert Dance who has just returned from the International Convention held at Seattle. It was also the week of Albert's birthday, which was fittingly recognized. Bill Smithers was in charge of the program and he asked Albert to give his impressions of the big convention. One has no idea of the magnitude of such a gathering unless one has been there, Albert stated. There were 7990 delegates from 53 countries as well as 626 children. The Seattle Rotarians went all out in their efforts to look after the comfort and entertainment of their guests. It was not all entertainment however as much time was given to planning Rotary's world-wide program with Service, Friendship, and Understanding as the basis for peace and goodwill. The thanks of the club was expressed by Leonard Gordon. Visitors were Bill Peace and Harry Fisher of the Cobourg Club and Don Sloane, a guest of Del McLaughlin. WICKLOW-VERNONVILLE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE On Wednesday, June 30th. 1954, the Wicklow and Vernonville Women's Institute met for the "Girls' Day" at the home of Mrs. Allan Wills, Wicklow. All the officers were present and Mrs. Knight at the piano for the music. After discussion, it was decided on Niagara Falls for our bus trip. It was left with Mrs. C. H. Gillespie to make arrangements for August 19th. Now come on, you, join up with W. I. and enjoy the coming bus trip too. Mrs. C. H. Gillespie and Mrs. O. Deviney were moved a committee to help Mrs. N. Usher for special arrangements on 40th anniversary next month. Mrs. Usher requests all available past anniversary snap shots; please bring! Mrs. Simpson gave' her report on Grafton meeting on "Short Cuts in Cooking" and "Defrosting a Refrigerator". Mrs. N. Usher thanked W. I. for boxes sent her son when overseas. She also gave her report on the District Annual at Bethesda--even saw the funny side of a diet at an annual dinner. Few could ! Mrs. Bilcox spoke re shower for the Children's Home at Port Hope. Please give used clothing, clean and in good j condition, up to 12 yr. size, and a big l jar of jam too. Bring to Mrs. Usher's j meeting. ! Several "thank you" letters read for j Sunshine parcels. i As this was "Girls' Day" .the girls | took over with Shirley Wills as con-\ vener. She had a splendid program and each girl carried through her part. If we, as an Institute, accomplish nothing else, through the year-- but this day with Mrs. Deviney's girls--it alone would be worthwhile. The evident pride in each girl's work, her delight in pleasing Mrs. D. with a perfect performance, the poise and skill for girls so young, was delightful. Mrs. D., we salute your girls and you. As Shirley called the roll call, each girl gave her report. Then roll call was replied to by the mothers. The skit which the girls had given at Brighton followed : "Canada's Food Rules". Each girl entered carrying an item of food which she placed on the table. No. 1, milk: ;No. 2. fruit; No. 3. vegetables; No. 4, whole wheat and bread; No. 5, meat and fish. Taking part: Shirley Wills, Shelia Simpson, Patsy Smith, Marilyn Joice, Doris Fidgett and Norma Mann. Mrs. Deviney read Heather Gourlay's part. We are sorry you have to wear that cast, Heather. Marilyn Joice gave her recipe and method for "Good Tea Biscuits" and illustrated with a plate of light biscuits. Shirley Wills had an attractive table display of fruit and gave ideas on serving them as fresh, dried and cooked. Then Marilyn read a short address and Norma presented their leader with a gift. Later little Lois Wills showed the gift, a lovely necklace and ear-rings, to the mothers. Oh yes ! at Achievement two of our girls received certificates: Patsy Smith, County Honours, 6 units, and Marilyn Joice 4 units. Mrs. C. H. Gillespie presented a silver teaspoon, in design "My Lady" to each girl, from the W.I. The girls, with the help of Mrs. Wills and Lois, served a most delicious lunch, an abundance of good things to prove the skill of the girls' cooking. We are very proud of our girls. Come on,' next month, July 28th, our 40th Anniversary, with Mrs. Florence Lean as special speaker, to Mrs. Mack Rutherford's home and have a very special meeting. Mrs. W. Rutherford, Press Reporter. COLBORNE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE The Colborne Women's Institute held their June meeting at the home of Mrs. W. A. Moore with a large attendance of members and a few friends . With the officers presiding the business period got under way. Afterwards the convener. Mrs. Pearl Brown, carried on a delightful programme which all enjoyed. Mrs. Ever-leigh presented a beautiful quilt top to the Institute which will be quilted and sold later. Mrs. Hinton donated a lovely fern which was raffled. We all thank these ladies for their gifts. Tea and dainties were served with social chatter. So another meeting came to a close with many thanks to our gracious hostess. And now a few good words. Oh, Thou who through the ages art working out thy mighty purpose in the World with patience and serenity, give us thy peace of heart and mind that we may meet the storm and stress of daily life with a quiet spirit and an untroubled mind through CORPORAL D. WILSON IS MOVED TO TORONTO OPP RADAR DIVISION Corporal Dougles Wilson, long time head of the Cobourg Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police, has been moved to Toronto. The one time motorcycle officer and first of the traffic division in this section to move into a cruiser car is now with the radar division of the O.P.P. in Toronto but is' expected to shift to the public relations department within a few months. Corporal Wilson has acted as unofficial ambassador for the Ontario Government many times meeting and taking charge of visiting delegations travelling either by bus or car. Notable among his assignments, in this department, were th« tour of the English busses, the plowing match visitors and many others of like nature. Since the use of radar is new in Ontario, Corporal Wilson, a traffic expert, has been assigned to this department until it is thoroughly straightened out and in working order. Corporal Wilson was official!, struck off strength at the Cobourg Detachment on June 7 but his departure was somewhat later. Last week a number of his friends gathered at the Armouries to present him a carpack as a going away gift and to speak of his fine work while here and during his years in the Provincial force. He has been over 20 years a member of the O.P.P. Corporal George Pickering, R.C.M. P. made the presentation to the departing officer and Inspector J. A. Stringer of Peterborough praised the work of Corporal Wilson and added that the officer's new work would place him with a department that would become a very important function in police work in the near future. Crown Attorney Harry Deyman, Q.C., also spoke of the work of Corporal Wilson and veteran officer Chief Dido Simpson also delivered a few words on his long association with Corporal Wilson in police work. Among those present at the gathering in addition to the speakers were Chief Harold Pearse and Constable E. Butler, jail governor Ed Mottershead and jail turnkey Frank Pearse, Cecil Wilson, Earl Hamilton, Murray Smith, provincial constables Lyle Erskine, Bill Warner, Cy Meadows. Stan Jud-son, Ralph Tremills and Corporal Bill Baluk and others from Cobourg as well as provincial and municipal police from out of town.--Cobourg Sentinel-Star. LAWN BOWLING On Friday, June 29th, sixteen members of Colborne Lawn Bowling Club enjoyed the usual Jitney at the Bowling Green. The prize winners were : Mrs. R. K. Strang and Mr. N. S. Mc-Nally. Refreshments were later enjoyed in the Club House, hostesses were Mrs. Jim Bell and Mrs. N. S. McNally. Mrs. Phipps, of Hamilton, was a guest spectator. Mrs. H. G. McKay, home for a few days from Red Stone Lake, was also present. A well-attended Mixed Doubles was held at the Colborne Bowling Greens on Saturday, July 3rd; players were present from Brighton, Trenton. Belleville and Kingston. Winners were: High 3 wins -- Mr. and Mrs. R. Brown, Trenton--score 53. Second 3 wins--Mr. E. Howell and Mrs. H. J. White, Colborne--score 45. High 2 wins--Mr. and Mrs. Fred Thome, Brighton--score 49. High 1 win--Mr. and Mrs. H. Orm-shaw, Trenton--score 42. Local Lawn Bowlers at Kingston A rink of Lawn Bowlers composed of Bert Chisholm, Norm. McNally, Will Irvine and Jim Bell took in the big Gold Cup Tournament in Kingston on Dominion Day. Although they did not get in the "big money" they each brought home a nice desk lamp as a result of their efforts. COLBORNE MAN COMPOSES NATIONAL ANTHEM The following National Anthem, composed by Jim Bell was used as the closing hymn at the morning service in the Colborne United Church last Sunday morning: Our Canada God bless this land we love With wisdom from above Thy will her law, Let unity efface Discord of creed or race, One people by Thy grace, Our Canada. LOCKE--McAULEY A quiet June wedding was held at Matachewan Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Father Blanc officiating when Mona Mary Anne McAuley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard McAuley, of Elk Lake, Ont., became the bride of Jasper Joseph Locke, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Locke of Colborne, Ont., on June 18, 1954. The bride wore a pastel pink suit with white accessories, and a corsage of ph.k and white carnations. Sh» was attended by Miss Patsy O'Shaugh-nessy who wore a pastel blue suit with white accessories and a corsage of white carnations. The groomsman was the bride's brother, Mr. Howard McAuley, Jr. After the wedding ceremony the bridal party adjourned to the home of the bride at Elk Lake, Ont., for a wedding breakfast, before leaving on a short honeymoon to Kirkland Lake before returning to Toronto to make their home, followed by the best wishes of all their friends for a long and happv married life together. MISCELLANEOUS SHOWER On Saturday evening, July 3rd, some neighbours and friends gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Locke to give a miscellaneous for the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Locke who were married recently. The bride and groom received many beautiful and useful gifts. Miss Don-narene Chatterson read the address and presentation, and Mona and Jasper thanked everyone present. Dancing was enjoyed during the evening and refreshments were served. Mona and Jasper and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Locke wish to thank everyone who helped make this such a very enjoyable evening. WILL CELEBRATE 92nd BIRTHDAY ON SATURDAY Colborne's most distinguished citizen, Miss Eliza Jane Padginton, on Saturday, July 10th, will be 92 years old. She is notable in so many worthy and extraordinary ways. Chief of these is that she has the longest postal service record of any post office employee in Canada. * She retired from active post office service work April 30th, 1954 at Colborne Post Office. On Jan. t^i°.33 she started work in Colborne ^SP* Ice. Part of these 71 years, 4 months, she was stationed at the Trenton Post Office. The fact that she never lost or mislaid any article of mail, mail was always despatched so as to meet trains on time. Her chief hobby in life was a kindly, thoughful, generous one, sending letters, newspapers, parcels to members of the armed forces, this she began during the Boer War. Noted also for a long career, 75 years, as a Sunday School Teacher, and Young People's Worker in Lake-port, Trenton and Colborne. During fifty-seven years as Leader of the Senior Boys' S. S. Class, Colborne United Church 374 boys were spiritually equipped for their life's tasks. She lives alone in her beautiful large home, surrounded with well kept lawns, a garden, flower beds, a profusion of colour from early spring till late Fall. Blessed with good health she continues to enjoy life and her host of friends wish her more years to benefit from her well-earned retirement from active life. God bless this land we May she forever prove Loyal and true, May all her future be Long years of liberty, True to herself and Thee. Our Canada. "COWFOX" LAUNCHED AT LOUGHBREEZE After many months of careful planning and many more months of skilful construction, the trim ship "Cowfox" slid gracefully into the quiet waters of Lake Ontario, at Loughbreeze, on Sunday last. There was an unusually large number in attendance to witness this long anticipated and exciting event. The wives of the owners jointly held the traditional bottle of Champagne, gently pressing it on the bow of the big ship (taking every precaution not to break it---the bottle). The "Cowfox". with her engines purring smoothly, then started out on her maiden voyage amid the cheers of hundreds of well-wishers. Her first call was at Victoria Beach, where she was met by another group of friends, who congratulated the owners and builders, wishing for them many years of happy cruising. The Colborne Express joins with others to say "Ship Ahoy and Much Joy" to the Masters of this splendid vessel. May they enjoy many pleasant and safe hours of sailing as a reward for their skillful craftsmanship. C^RDSJOFJTHANKS__ LACEY--Miss Nina Lacey wishes to sincerely thank her neighbours and friends for the many kindnesses shown her during her recent stay in Trenton Memorial Hospital, following an operation. She is grateful for the cards, letters and flowers received, also the visits and inquiries. m.c. EAST NORTHUMBERLAND DISTRICT H. S. BOARD June 11th, 1954 The regular meeting of the East Northumberland District High School Board was held in Colborne High School on the evening of the above date with all members of the Board present, Chairman Wesley C. Down presiding over the meeting. Principals of Wooler, Colborne, and Brighton High Schools were in attendance. On motion by R. J. Ross, seconded by Foster Boulton, the minutes of the last regular meeting held in Brighton on May 14th, 1954 were approved as It was moved by N. N. Haggarty. seconded by A. T. Griffis, that the amount of $17.31 per school day be deducted from Miss Smith's salary for all day's absence from September 1st, 1953 to June 30th, 1954, making necessary allowances for sick leave. --Carried. It was moved by R. J. Ross, seconded by W. O. Graham, that the Special meetings held on May 21st, May 25th, and May 31st, 1954 be approved as recorded.--Carried. It was moved by N. N. Haggarty, seconded toy W. O. Graham, that we agree to pay $60.00, to Thompson & Thompson, toeing tariff rate for vendor's share in connection with drawing deed for school property.--Carried. It was moved toy Sam Netley, seconded by Foster Boulton, that A. A. Kemp, A. T. Griffis, and W. O. Graham i committee to discuss with J. C. McKague his possible engagement as building inspector for summer months and if satisfactory arrangements are effected to engage him at present rate of salary as teacher.--Carried. On motion by A. A. Kemp, seconded by Foster Boulton, accounts totalling $1,612.80 were approved for payment. On motion by A. T. Griffis, seconded by R. J. Ross, the recommendations ot the building committee's meeting June 1st, 1954 were approved, omitting orders for auditorium chairs. It was moved by A. T. Griffis, seconded by R. J. Ross, that we accept changes in above mentioned report to read $967.20 instead of $934.30 for Board room, and $1327.70 instead of $1326.90 for Home Economics room.-- Carried. Orders were then placed with W. J. Stillman for some of the furnishings for new school as recommended by building committee and totalling $16,-901.95. Meeting did then adjourn till next regular meeting to be held in Wooler High School on July 9th, 1954 at 8.00 P.M. or at the call of the Chairman. COMING EVENTS Reserve the date--Wednesday, July 21st--for Colborne Street Dance and Carnival! At the Theatres PORT HOPE--CAPITOL-- Thurs. to Sat., July 8-10 -- "THE BATTLE OF ROUGE RIVER", in Technicolor, with George Montgomery and Martha Hyer; "FIREMAN, SAVE MY CHILD", with Spike Jones and His City Slickers. Mon*. and Tues., July 12-13 -- "RHAPSODY", in Technicolor, with Elizabeth Taylor and Vittorio Gass-man; selected Short subjects. Wed. and Thurs., July 14-15--"THE HOLLY AND THE IVY", with Ralph Richardson and British Cast; "SUMMER STOCK", in Technicolor, with Judy Garland and Gene Kelly. COBOURG--PARK-- Fri. and Sat., July 9-10--"GIVE A GIRL A BREAK", with Marge and Gower Champion; "RIDING SHOTGUN", (Color) with Randolph Scott and Wayne Morris. Mon., Tues and Wed,, July 12-13-14 --"DIAL M FOR MURDER", (Colort (Adult), with Ray Milland and Grace Kelly; "THE BIGAMIST", (Adult) with Joan Fontaine, and Ida Lupino. Thurs., July 15 -- "SASKATCHEWAN", (Technicolor), with Alan Ladd, Shelley Winters; "FIREMAN SAVE MY CHILD", Spike Jones and His City Slickers. BRIGHTON--HOME-- Fri., Sat., July 9-10--"BLOWING WILD", Gary Cooper, Barbara Stan- Mon., Tues., Wed., July 12-13-14-- "THE DESERT SONG", (Color), with Kathryn Grayson, Gordon MacRae. Thurs., July 15--"POWDER RIVER", (Color), Rory Calhoun, Corinne Calvet. COLBORNE DODGERS BATTING AVERAGES (Including games of July 1st) Games AB . H % Bill Rankin................ 1 3 2 .667 Dick Bridgman..........11 48 20 .417 Bill Ball...................... 7 19 7 .368 Bill Mitts....................10 26 9 .346 Jim Baker .................. 6 24 8 .333 Bob Turner................11 37 12 .324 Clare Haynes ............10 30 8 .267 LeRoy Wannamaker 11 42 9 .214 Ron Brinklow............ 5 10 2 .200 Doug Armstrong ......11 48 8 .167 Duff Dion ..................10 30 5 .167 Ken McFarlane ........ 9 39 5 .128 Doug Alexander........ 4 13 1 .077 Doug Walsh .............. 2 6 0 .000 Glen Irvine .............. 1 4 0 .000 Mike Cosgrove .......... 1 3 0 .000 Bill Roach ................ 1 2 0 .000 Bill Strachan ............ 1 0 0 .000 Runs Batted In--Bridgman 12, Turner 9, McFarlane 8, Wannamaker 7, Mitts 6, Haynes 5, Baker 3, Dion 1. Home Runs--Wannamaker 2, McFarlane, Mitts, Turner. Triples -- Armstrong. Wannamaker, Bridgman. Doubles--Mitts 4, Turner 4, Ball 3, Bridgman 3, Baker, Haynes. SMILING SIX GARDEN CLUB By Louise Ferguson We had our second meeting on June 1st, 1954. We sat outside for awhile but moved inside later because it started to rain. Mrs. Gresham gave us each some pamphlets on what to do for insects and desease, etc. Weeds take the moisture out of the ground and keeps it from the vegetables and fruits. Roll Call--How My Garden Grows. Answer--Most of the girls' gardens were up to about 3 to 5 inches high. Home Assignment--Assist with any freezing of any fruits or vegetables done in the home and bring your pamphlets of No. 5, 6, 7, 8 up to date. Small economies count when they can be practised regularly. Skim-milk powder is an economical and efficient substitute for whole milk in many situations. In cooking and for milk drinks, the powder can be used "to provide all the nourishment of whole UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL PICNIC The United Church Sunday School Picnic was held this year at Little Lake on Wednesday, June 30th. There was a large attendance and fun for all. sFirst, the water sports, all interested in swimming had a swim, then 1 races took place. Children from 4V& to 8 years of age had a peanut floating race, won by Wayne Westrope, with 23 peanuts he collected.; children 9 to 11 years had a running race in water up to their knees, won by Geofforey lies; children 12, 13, 14 to 16 years of age had a diving race for aluminum covered stones, won by Barbara Spencer. All prizes were water balls. The land races then took place as follows: * Kindergarden or Beginners' Class, won by Marlene Davis. Girls 7 to 8 yrs.--Anne Ferguson Boys 7 to 8 yrs.--Johnnie Davis Girls 9 to 11 yrs.--Sandra Turney Boys 9 to 11 yrs.--'Peter Davis Girls 12 to 13 yrs.--Barbara Spencer Boys 12 to 13 yrs.--Billy Westrope Girls 14 to 16 yrs.--Nadine Irvine Boys 14 to 16 yrs.--Bobby Johnston Special Races-- Sack Race, Children 7 to 8 yrs.-- 1st girl--Judy Campbell 1st boy--Ronnie Reber Potato Race, 9 to 11 yrs.-- 1st girl--Sandra Black 1st boy--Peter Davis Shoe Race, 12 to 13 yrs.-- 1st girl--Louise Ferguson 1st boy--Fred Greenfield Needle and Thread Race, 12 to 16-- 1st girl--Louise Ferguson 1st boy--Fred Greenfield Three-legged Race-- 1st--Barbara Spencer and Louise Ferguson Youngest Person Prize-- Mrs. Gordon Smith's baby, Vivian Marie (3 months). Oldest Person Present--Mrs. Edmund Quinn Largest Family Present--Mrs. Russell Teal, Mrs. Gordon Smith (tied) Hustlers Race was a Clothes Line Race, lots of fun and excitement-- winners: 1st Mildred Reber, 2nd Ruby Michell, 3rd Francis McDonald, 4th Grace Black, 5th Marjorle Chisholm. The sports were directed toy Mrs. Mac Campbell, Mrs. H. Woodage Mrs. G. Davis and Mr. Jack Armstrong. Following the sports, all sat down to a wonderful supper, with plenty to eat and the children well satisfied with their favourite drink, chocolate milk, and all the ice cream they wanted, served by the S. S. Superintendent, Mr. W. G. Irvine. -- Contributed. milk except butterfat. Then, to, it can be made up in just the quantity required at the time, while the powder will keep for long periods in Its container.