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COLBORNE CHRONICLE Successor to The Colborne Express (est. 1866) and The Colborne Enterprise (est. 1886) COLBORNE, ONTARIO Vol. 8 -- No. I Thursday, September 29, 1966 7c per copy -- $3.00 Canada -- $4 Lack of Water Hampers Firemen A scarcity of water on the farm of Andre Van Hove hampered Colborne firemen called to an autbreak of Are in a tobacco kiln there. In mid afternoon last Sunday Colborne Fire Brigade responded to the call for assistance and arrived as flames broke through the roof of the structure. Water from the pumper was poured into an opening at the top of the kiln end for a while it seemed that the fire would be controlled. However, when water in the truck was used, it became necessary to refill at Castleton pond almost a mile away. While the firemen were away, a 500-gallon tank of water, loaded on a truck arrived at the scene. All this time fire continued to spread through the kiln, dense smoke billowed out in great clouds, and eventually flames broke out through the walls. On the return of firemen the water was used to damp down a nearby kiln to prevent spread of the conflagration, and was sprayed on a large propane gas tank close to the fire to prevent an explosion. COUPLES CLUB MEET AT COTTAGE A very enjoyable evening was spent at the cottage of Jim and Gertrude Davis on the evening of September 18 th when twenty-one members met for a barbeque supper. The lawn was beautifully decorated with coloured lights and tables were arranged out-Programme was arranged by Redners, Pembers and McDonald's and proved very interesting. Circling the huge The kiln, full of drying tobacco, one of five on the farm northwest of Castleton, was a complete loss. Mr. Hove informed the Chronicle that tobacco had been in the destroyed kiln about four days and that the interior heat was maintained at. around 160 degrees. Drying is done by means of gas burners in the base of each kiln, and it is possible that a leaf, or a lath loaded with leaves, had fallen on the burner, eventually setting fire to the kiln's contents. Loss was estimated at $4,500, partially covered by insurance. This was the first time Mr. Hove had lost a kiln by fire. Harvesting of the tobacco crop continued throughout the fire Time is important in this operation, especially at this time of year, when a frost could terminate operation suddenly. The crop this year is excellent, both in quantity and quality. Because of the ever-present danger of fire under the present system of kiln-drying tobacco some farmers are experimenting with a system of - forced hot air drying. bonfire on the beach, we enjoyed a rousing sing-song. This meeting was the beginning of our fall activities. Each year we look forward to this event which is one of the highlights of the year. We would again like to thank Jim and Gertrude for their kindness. TB AND DIABETES MASS SURVEY The free chest x-ray clinic in Colborne is to be held in Trinity Anglican Church Parish Hall on Wednesday and Thursday, October 19th and 20th, not the 20th and 21st as originally arranged. A follow up clinic will be held on October 24th and 25th. Volunteer workers will be making calls door-to-door throughout the area prior to the clinic dates to explain the reasons for th emass survey and to answer such questions as may arise. If T.B. is to be stamped out it is imperative that everyone take advantage of this opportunity and attend the clinic. Early detection of diabetes makes it control easier. LAKEPORT YOUTH COMPLETES OPERATION "BLISTER" The sick of Ludhiana, India, will benefit from a novel fund-raising campaign arranged by the Anglican Young Peoples Association of the Diocese of Toronto and the "Kairos" of the United Church. On Saturday, September 24, more than 800 young people left Toronto at 5 a.m. to walk to Hamilton, a distance of 35 miles. Money raised by sponsorship of the walkers (at the rate of 10c or more a mile covered) by interested individuals and groups will go to Ludhiana to assist in the building of a much-needed hospital in that area. Ninety-seven of the starters completed the walk. One of the first twenty to arrive in Hamilton was Bob Hall, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Hall of Lakeport. Bob is a member of Trinity-St. George A.Y.P.A., Colborne and Grafton parishes. Despite blisters (the operation was aptly named) and an occasional charleyhorse, Bob enjoyed the experience and looks forward to a repeat performance next year. Through his many sponsors Bob raised about $200.00. His youngest sponsor was 2-mos. old Valerie Montgomery, his eldest 80-plus Mr. Val Unwin. To Bob, for his time and energy, for his dedication to this worthy cause, goes our congratulations and thanks for a task well done. It is expected that a sum in excess of $15,000.00 will be available from Operation "Blister" for the new hospital. COLBORNE INTERACT CLUB The Colborne Interact Club met at the East Northumber- land Secondary School on Tuesday, September 20th There were twelve members present, including two new members, Gary Bugg and oRn Mutton. '■ The members are collecting any old books they find to send to Jamaica. Next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 4th. Colborne Couple Celebrate Sixtieth Anniversary Members of their immediate family met at the King Street West home of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Peebles last Saturday, and members of the Order of the Eastern Star and other friends called on Monday, September 26th, to honour the couple on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of their marriage. They were married September 26th, 1906, in the Presbyterian Manse by the Rev. Peter Duncan, who, earlier in his fifty years ministry in Colborne, had also married their parents. Mrs. Peebles' matron of honour was Mrs. Laura Perry and the groomsman was Mr. Charles Southern. Mr. and Mrs. Peebles, now 83 and 81 years, have outlived the members of the wedding party. Following their marriage they resided on the Lakeport Road where Mr. Peebles farmed, retiring to live in Colborne in 1945. They have two daughters, Miss Irene Peebles, Toronto, and Mrs. Allison (Margaret), Scarborough; and a granddaughter, Miss Carol Allison, M.A., who is at Osgoode Hall. Reminiscing on years past, Mr. Peebles spoke of the time when only o!je house graced King Street West, the whole area being farmed. Mrs. Peebles passes much of her time in the art of quilting, a sample of which was shown. The patchwork quilt, a leaf design, with its remarkably delicate stitching, was a work of art. COLBORNE ROTARY Two visitors were welcomed at the Rotary meeting last Monday evening, Tom Grim-shaw making up atendance for Cobourg club, and Mr. H. H. Mulders, a Rotarian from Mep-poe, Holland. Mr. Mulders is on a six-week visit to his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. John Egmond, who farm at Maple Grove on the Dundonald Road. President Russell Haynes, after welcoming Mr. Mulders to the meeting, invited him to say a few words to the members. He expressed his pleasure at receiving such a warm welcome, and said, 'It is not so easy to talk to a club in a language other then my own. I such enthusiasm and fellowship. ' I'm very thankful that you have received me so well 1 am here six weeks visiting my sister and brother-in-law, and I extend greetings of our club in Meppoe." Meppoe is a town of about 20,000 population, and there Mr. Mulders is in the lumber and building supplies trade. Introduced by the club president, Rotarian Don Dawson addressed the club on some of the highlights of his career. He is a teacher at E.N.S.S. Thanks were expressed by Walter Ludtke. Contests followed, prize winners were Mrs. Bette Tap-ley, Mrs. S. Spence, Mrs. Patricia Bodis won the travelling prize which was donated by Mrs. Inger Kristensen. Lucky cup won by Mrs. Spence. Visitors at this meeting were Mrs. Puffer, Mrs. Connie Stirling, Colborne, Mrs. Spence. Programme arranged by Mrs. Viva May and Mrs. Kristensen. The hostess served lunch. Conveners were Mrs. Kristensen, Mrs. Dorothy May, Mrs. Oke (was absent) but helped supply lunch. During the evening "Happy Birthday" was sung for Mrs. Winnifred Robinson celebrating her birthday. A vote of thanks was given Mrs. Joice for a very, pleasant evening. The next meeting will be held at Mrs. Bette Tapley's in November. LAKEPORT COMMUNITY CLUB Mrs. Mary Joice entertained the Lakeport Community Club at her home on Tuesday night. Mrs. Dorothy May, President, presided. Reports were read and approved. Correspondence was reviewed. Get well cards were signed by members to be sent to the ill. It was decided to sell tickets for a Christmas draw on a turkey to help raise extra funds. The business period closed with the Lord's Prayer. COLBORNE PERSONALS vMrs. Neil Mutton, Bowmanville, who visited her sister, Mrs. Walter Dale, and other relatives and friends for the past several days, returned to her home on Sunday. Recent visitors at the home of Mrs. Frank McGlennon were Mr. George Pethick, Miss Carol Pithick and Mrs. Gary Thomson, all of Toronto. Mrs. McGlennon went to Toronto with them and spent the following week with relatives in Kitchener. While there she attended the funeral of her brother, Mr. Reuben Schweit- Mrs. McGlennon returned home on Sunday accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Klein. Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Davis and Jeffrey of Campbellville visited their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Rutherford, Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Davis over the week-end. . J-^