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THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th, 1927 $2 a year in advance: $2.50 to U.S.A. The field day held at Colborne Public School on Friday, Sept. 23rd, 1927, passed off successfully. Following were the prize winners: Boys' race, 25 yds.--1st Eric Cowie, 2nd Fred Griff is. Girls' Race, 25 yds.--.1st Dorothy Armstrong, 2nd Marguerite Macdon- ald. Boys' race, 50 yds.--1st Douglas Far-rell, 2nd Neil Black. Girls' race, 50 yds--1st Margaret ebles, 2nd June Fowler. Boys' race, 75 yds.--Edward Bel: Jim Robinson. Girls' race, 75 yds.--1st Beryl Martin, 2nd Bernetus Coyle. Boys' race, 100 yds--Robert Black, Edward Belson. Girls' race 100 yds.--1st Helen Willoughby, 2nd Dorothy Youngs. Coaster wagon race, boys--1st Lloyd McMurray, 2nd Eric Cowie. Relay race, 3rd and 4th room, boys-- 1st Claude Fowler's team, 2nd. Fred Post's team. Relay race 3rd and 4th room girls-- 1st Dora Morgan's team, 2nd Beryl Martin's team. Room 1 boys driving horse--1st Bernard Fox and Mac Pettibone, 2nd Mac Chapin and Douglas Whitney. Boom 1 girls chestnut race--1st Ruth Youngs, 2nd, Monica Youngs. Room 2 boys relay race--1st Fred Griffis' team, 2nd Teddy Bugg's Room 2 girls chestnut race--1st Dorothy Youngs, 2nd Dorothy Armstrong Room 3 girls dodge ball--1st Margaret Peebles, 2nd Bernetus Coyle. Boom 4 biscuit and whistle race--1st Eleanor Henderson, Dora Morgan. Fast bicycle race--1st William Griffis, 2nd Arthur Davis. Slow bicycle race--1st Ross Teal, 2nd . Arnold Pettibone. Three-legged race 3rd and 4th room boys--1st Arthur Davis and Robert Black, 2nd Jimmy Matthews and John Moore. Three-legged race 3rd and 4th room girls--1st Lillian Bennett and Florence Ball, 2nd Margaret Peebles and Doris Matthews. Sack race 1st and 2nd room girls-- 1st Violet Ball, 2nd Audrey Carter. Hammer and nail race--1st Lillian Bennett, 2nd Florence Ball. Needle and thread race for boys--1st Russell Peterson, 2nd Henry Kemp. Bear race 1st and 2nd room boys-- 1st Lloyd McMurray, 2nd John Coyle Wheelbarrow race 3rd and 4th room bovft^-lst Nicholas Aziz-and Russell Peterson, 2nd John Moore and Jas. Matthews. High jump for boys--1st Robert Black 2nd Edward Belson. High jump for girls--1st Beryl Martin, 2nd Eleanor Henderson. Broad jump for boys-- 1st Arthur Davis, 2nd Robert Black. Broad jump for girls--1st Eleanor Henderson, 2nd Helen Willoughby. The illegality of a gift of liquor plainly stated yesterday by Chairman D. B. Hanna, of the Government Control Commission, in commenting upon the Picton case in which the point has arisen. Only liquor can be poses-sed by an individual which has been upon his own permit, Mr. Hanna commented, declaring that the ..law plainly forbade the giving of a bottle of liquor to a friend. "Of course it is assumed," said Mr. Hanna, "that a man may treat his guests, but giving bottles away is a different matter." G. V. Mounteer has taken control of the Trenton Courier-Advocate, succeeding V. A.. Statia, who has controlled the destinies of the weekly for some years. The new proprietor hails from Bradford, Pa., but is a native of Prince Edward County, and a son of the late Rev. H. V. Mounteer. Mr. Statia remains on the staff as mechanical foreman. Campbellford has commenced preparations for the laying of a two mile strip of pavement in that town. Northumberland County will issue debentures this fall to the amount of $100-C00, and Campbellford will receive $50,000 of this amount, Hastings $25,-000 and Milbrook $25,000. THANKSGIVING DAY NOV. 7th Monday, November 7th, 1927, will te observed as Armistice Day and Thanksgiving Day throughout Canada. A proclamation to this effect appears in the current issue of The Canada Gazette. According to Chief Norman Mars-den, $225 was collected at the unveiling of the Alnwick Indian War Memorial at Alderville, Sunday. The cost of the monument, roughly calculated, is $1,100. lAVELOCK'S TAX RATE 46 MILLS The tax rate for Havelock Village for 1927, iias been fixeti at 46 mills-- less than 1926. Mr. H. F. McNichol collector at a salary of $60.00. Cheese Sold at 21 7-16 Cents Belleville, Sept. 24.--At the regular meeting to-day of the Belleville Cheese Board 1,791 boxes of white cheese were offered, of which 1,682 were sold at 21 7-16c and the balance at 211c. MR. Wm. H. BUTTON WAS ACCIDENTALLY KILLED IS VERDICT OF JURY "Wie, the jury empanelled to enquire into the death of William H. Button, find that the said William H. Button came to his death on September 15th near the residence of W. H. McMann of the Township of Haldi-mand and while moving a threshing cutfit, by being crushed between the engine and the separator as the gine was being backed down a grade to be coupled to the separator." W. A. MOORE'S STORE BURNED Fire of unknown origin totally destroyed the store building and stork of dry goods, groceries, etc. belonging to Mr. W. A. Moore, East Colborne, early Tuesday morning. Nothing was saved as the fire had gained such headway when discovered. There was only a small insurance. The wind being favorable nearby buildings were saved by an impropmptu bucket brigade. SCARED WOLVES William McColl of Apsley, 30 miles north of Peterboro, had an experience with a pack of wolves only four miles from village. McColl had on his back a white bag containing, two sealers and a can. Grasping this he charged forward, swinging it over his Bead. The clatter of the can and sealers together with the yell he emitted scattered the wolves and they took to the bush on either side. HURT IN AUTO ACCIDENT When a fast moving tourist's car Mr. John McCracken's he was making the turn south at the east boundary road, Colborne, he and Mrs. McCracken were thiown out and Mrs. McCracken was considerably bruised and cut about the head. Both cars were badly smashed. RADIO RECEPTION OF FIGHT Quite a number of interested fans listened to the broadcast of the big Tunney-Dempsey fight held at Chicago last Thursday night, the reports received at C. A. Post's shop, ovei the DeForest-Crosley receiving sett clm-ing in quite clear. Next will be World's Championship games which start on Oct. 6th GET If Bronchial _____ tis, Cough, He.d Colds, vitarrh, Tonsil Diserses. Good results or money bacc. It's Mrs. Sybilla Spahrs Tonsilitis. GOULD'S DRUG STORE, Colborne. PERSONAL Miss Marion Mutton and Miss Eva Murphy are attending Peterborough Normal School. Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Reynolds of Beeton spent over the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Reynolds. Mr. J. C. Cummings spent a days at home here, accompanied by his daughter, Mrs. J. A. Cameron of Montreal. Miss Irene Connors, who went under an operation for appendicitis at Belleville Hospital, last week, is reported recovering nicely. iMr. and Mts. Wm. Usher wer Castleton on Monday, attending the Golden Wedding reception of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Taylor. \Mir. Stephen Barnes and Mr. Reid Vosbourg of Providence, R.I., are spending a few days in Colborne, guests-at Chief Jamieson's. Mrs. E. A. Peebles, Percy Street, had the misfortune to fall down the stairs at her home one night last week and from the shock and bruises has been confined to bed since. Mrs. C. P. Cameron of Montreal, who is visiting at the home of her nephew, Mr. C. P. Brown, Trenton, spent a day last week with Colborne friends. IMrs. E. M. Broomfield is ill of typhoid fever with a trained nurs attendance. All hope for her speedy l-ecovery. Her sister, Mrs. Mulholland of Jacksonville, Florida, is also with Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Brown and daughter, Miss Marion, of Trenton, Mrs. Ross Glassford of Arcona, and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer C. Griffis of Toronto, attended the funeral -of Mrs. A. H. Griffis here on Sunday. The Rev. Canon D. R. Smith and Mrs. Smith of Oakville spent Monday at the home of his sister, Mrs. W. A. Seed, while on their way home from a month's holiday spent at New York City and visiting his sister, Mrs. (Rev.) Ketterson, at Patterson, N.J. Lt.-Col. Wolfraim and others from Colborne attended the unveiling ceremonies in connection with the war memorial erected at Alderville to the emory of the Indians who died and rved in the Great War There are names--9 of whom were killed. Mr. Geo. W. Henner of Rochester, Monday. He liam, will operate the iorator at Brighton, _ r. the plant Besides running the evaporator they expect to operate quite lively in green apples, having bought several large blocks near Trenton, Ont. BIRTHS He's Coming! Tip Top Clothes $24 All One Price MEET the representative of the "World's Largest One-Price Tailoring Organization" here on Friday, Oct 7th He will help you choose the right material for your new suit or overcoat. There are over 200 patterns and weaves to choose from. All the very latest fabrics imported direct from the leading markets of the world. Everything tailored to the individual measure of the customer at one standard price, $24.00. REMEMBER THE DATE Friday, Oct. 7th, 1927 Fred W. Hawkins King Street - - - COLBORNE Rutherford--In Cramahe Township, on Saturday, September 24th, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Rutherford, a son --Robert. Rutherford--In Cramahe Township, on Tuesday, September 27th, 1927, Robert, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Rutherford, aged 3 days. First fatality of the hunting sea-;on was J. Bouchard, a guide, shot in he lake St. John region in Quebec. Remember the date of Rexall One Cent Sale, October 6th, 7th and Sth, at Griffis' Drug Store, Colborne. When in need of a furnace consult H. iM. Roblin, Brighton (formerly of Colborne). Phone 58. 39-4x Double mesh hair nets, all shades, five for twenty-five cents, at Corn- >on be time for the ladies to dis- Guess we ain' coal this year. t going to get Alberta FACTS ABOUT EYES By Dr. Ralph Aylsworth Eye Specialist, Trenton, Ontario Many are born with eye defects. We do not mean with diseased eyes, hurt with eyes that are imperfect in size or shape. Nothing or no one can cure such a condition, but fortunately we can overcome it. Wie do that by placing glasses before the abnormal eyes causing them to function normally, or as nearly as possible. This is a duty we perform every day. (To be continued next Thursday). Regular $1.25 Army Flannel Work Shirts 85c and 98c, large and well made, at Cornwell's. Butter Wrappers at Express Office. Rose Beauty Shop Marcelling and c A Curling.. ...... JVC Upstairs OVF.R AL' rNH STrRE Kincr Street, Colborne r,u:ter Wrappers at Express Office FOUR LIVES LOST WHEN FRRMHOUSE IS SWEPT BY FIRE William and Fred Huyck, Brothers, Die Trying to Save Children Who Also Perish. Relatives and former acquaintances of the O. W. Huyck family, former residents of Castleton, were de shocked and grieved on learning of the terrible tragedy which befel them in a disastrous fire which destroyed their home at at Pasqua, Saskatchewan, and in which two sons heroically lost their lives in attempting to save two of the grandchildren who also lost their lives. The late Alonzo Huyck of Castleton was the father of O. W. Huyck, and Ewart Huyck of Morganston is a brother, Mrs. Chas. Nichols of Cas- i is £ The following press despatch sent to Ontario newspapers from Moose Jaw, Sask.: Moose Jaw, Sask., Sept. 25, 1927-Four lives were lost in a disastrous fire which broke out about 3 o'clock Saturday morning, and which completely destroyed the farm residence of O. W. Huyck, situated five miles north of Pasqua, according to rr ages received here to-day. In the effort to save the lives of children who were sleeping in the house, William and Frederick Huyck were burned to death, the two children suffering the same fate. In the residence at the time of the outbreak were Mr. and Mrs. William Huyck, the former handling the farm for his father, who resides in Moose Jaw; Fred Huyck; a sister, Jennie Huyck: the three children of William, and a baby, the last two losing their lives in the conflagration, in addition to William and Fred. Attempt to Save Lives. The hired man George Gould, who displayed much courage in endeavoring to save the lives of the children, and the hired girl also escaped from the burning building with their lives. The eldest girl, Mildred, was carried from the home toy her mother. It is thought that the blaze started in a lean-to kitchen, where a small fire was left burning when the family retired for the night. During the night Jennie Huyck was awakened from sleep by what she at first thought was a hailstorm, but, smelling smoke, she gave the alarm and the others were aroused. number of men of a threshing gang.who wert^fJeeping in .a bunk-house near by were awakened and they endeavored to enter the house by breaking windows, but the flames and dense smoke drove them back. Had they been able to get into the building the tragedy might have been averted. Huyck Family "Old-Timers." The residence was a two-storey frame house of considerable size and ell furnished, as the Huyck family re "old-timers" and prosperous farmers in the district. A local undertaker has left for the ene of the fire to bring the bodies into Moose Jaw. Members of the Moose Jaw Provincial Police Force also went to the" Huyck farm following the receipt of the news of the DEATH OF MRS ARTHUR GRIFFIS After an illnes of several months, Ida E. Thomas, beloved wife of Arthur H. Griffis, died at her home in Col-lingwood on Thursday, September 22, 1927. She was a daughter of the late es Thomas, and Mrs. Thomas, of Colborne. Besides her husband she leaves two sons, Jamies and Tom, and two daughters, Jean and Margaret, and is also survived by her mother, two brothers, James and William Thomas of Colborne, and four sisters, Mrs. C. P. Brown of Trenton, Mrs. Ross Glassford of Arcona, Mrs. A. L. Pbjilp and Miss Mabel Thomas of Colborne. The funeral took place from the residence of her mother, Mrs. Thomas, Sunday afternoon and was attended by a large number of old friends and acquantances of the family. The services were conducted by the Rev. R. McCullough. The interment was in Lakeport Cemetery, the pall bear-being Dr. J. Archer Brown, V. G. Cornwell, W. F. Griffis, J. E. McDonald, H. J. Mayhew, and Capt. A. G. Willoughby. , DEATH OF PETER ARKLES Mr. Peter Arkles passed away on Saturday, Sept. 24th, 1927, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. James Cowey, Church Street, Colborne. He had been confined to bed only two weeks following a cerebral haemorrhage. Deceased, who was in his 87th year, was born in Cramahe Township, and up to eleven years ago, when he came to Colborne to live with his .laughter, had been engaged in farming. He was an honorable and upright citizen and held in highest respect by a large circle of friends and ac- He leaves three sons, James E. of Norham, David of Castleton, and Louis of Colborne, and four daughters, Mrs. N. Knapp and Mrs. Naish ->f Saskatchewan, Mrs. T. Williams of 'T = tipton. and Mrs. James Cowey of Colboine. The funeral services were held at the residence of Mrs. Cowev on Monday, by the Rev. S. C. Moore, B.A., B!D.. assisted by the Rev. R. Mc-'•nHor-gh. The interment was in Castleton Cemetery. The pall bearers were old friends and neighbours from Castleton--< Geo. Campbell. F. R. Church. S. A. Clarke. David Dingwall, W. Tait and B. Welton. COMING EVENTS A Rexall One Cent Sale Will be held on Oct. 6th, 7th, and 8th, at Griffffis' Drug Store, Colborne. The ladies of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Colborne, will hold their annual sale and tea on Thursday, Nov. 17th, 1927. The ladies of Sharon Church are serving a Chicken Pie Supper, Oct. 11th, 1927. Supper served from 6 to 8 p.m. Adults 50c, children 25c. Good programme. Everybody welcome. The Ontario Religious Education Council of Northumberland County is meeting in Morganston on Tuesday, October 4th. Sessions at 10.30 a.m. and 8.00 p.m. Prominent leaders will be present from all parts of the County as well as Rev. R. B. Ferris of Toronto. In the evening at 8.00 a grand concert will be given, the proceeds being for S. S. work throughout the County. The Wicklow and Vernonville Women's Institute will meet at the home of Mrs. Robert Fenton on Thursday, Sept. 29th, 1927, at 2.30 p.m. Propram Committee: Mrs. Judd, Mrs. Jos. Win-ney, Mrs. C. Wait and Mrs. Fred Rernaghan. At this meeting there will be a garden exchange and everyone is invited to bring roots, seeds, bulbs or slips for exchange. Also a "Fruit Shower" for the Old Folks' Home, Cobourg, will be given at this meeting. Everyone interested is cordially invited. Florence E. Hall, Sec. AUCTION SALES --by-- S. E. ROBINSON Wednesday, October 12th, 1927, at 1.30 p.m. sharp--'Farm stock, implements, hay, grain and household effects of Parker Bros., 1% miles south-west of Dundonald. Usual terms with 12 months' credit. No Thursday, October 13th, 1927, at 1.30 p.m.--Farm Stock and Implements, Dairy Cows, etc. of Mrs. Katharine" Wlilson, Lot 22, Con. 4, Haldimand Township. Usual terms with 11 months' credit. No reserve. Thursday, October 6th, 1927, at 1 30 p.m.--Farm stock and implements, hay, grain, household WILLIS uui! real estate belonging to the estate of the late John Cowey, (Mrs. Barbara J. Cowey, Administratrix) on premise, % mile east of Lakeport. No reserve as Estate is being settled. Usual terms for chattels; real estate made known at time of sale. AUCTION SALES -by- Oscar C. Morgan, Auctioneer Hilton, R.R. No. 1 October 5th, 1927--Auction Sale of farm stock, choice dairy cows, horses, grain and hogs of Mr. James Wright, Brighton Township, first farm north of Orland. No reserve as Mr. Wright is taking up another business. CHURCH NOTES St. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH COLBORNE Sunday, October 2nd, 1927 Services will be conducted i invited to attend. 10.; All < TRINITY CHURCH, COLBORNE Rev. T. McKim, M.A., Rector Sunday, October 2nd, 1927 Annual Harvest Thanskgiving 10.00 a.m.^Sunday School .00 a.m.--Holy Communion .00 p.m.--The Rev. Mr. Slemin, Rector of Brighton, will preach. Special music by the choir. UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. S. C. Moore, B.A., B.D., Pastor Sunday, October 2nd, 1927 The Pastor in charge Colborne-- ' .0.30 a.m.--Dr. E. M. Baker of Belleville will preach. 2.30 p.m.--Sunday School and Bible Class. 7.00 p.m.--Dr. Baker will preach. 1.30 p.m.--Sunday School. 2.30 p.m.--Dr. Baker will preach. All welcome at all services. GRAFTON CIRCUIT Rev. A. E. McLauchlin, B.A., B.D., Pastor Sunday, October 2nd, 1927 10.30 a.m.--Grafton. 2.30 p.m.--Vernonville. 7.30 p.m.--Wicklow. An invitation extended to all. 11 HILTON CIRCUIT Rev. W. H. Clarke, Pastor Sunday, October 2nd, 1927 00 a.m.--Shiloh, Q. M. 2.-30 p.m.--Sharon, Q. M. 7.30 pm.^-Eden. alutd