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inlbem THE COLBORNE EXPRESS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8th, 1921 $2.00 a Year in Advance Seasonable Gifts! Full Stock of PYREX, the transparent ovenware. A Gift much appreciated by everyone. -- Good Assortment of FANCY CHINA and A.LUMINUMWARE to choose from. A new stock Raisins, Currants, Figs, Dates, Peels, Grapes, Oranges, Grape Nuts, Candy and Nuts. Don't Forget to make this your Headquarters For Your Christmas Shopping. Our Motto:--Quality and Satisfied Customers. F. E. MELLOW Phone 27 Colborne, Ont. RETIRING FROM BUSINESS! April 1922 will be the end of my 48th year in business in Colborne To be in position to get the stock down to an easy selling size, I must reduce it to one-third in order to have it ready, by the First of February. I commence on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3rd, to sell 'from PRESENT INVOICE PRICES. That means that the public gets the goods at actual presest cost prices. Now just call and inspect. We feel sure they will be priced to suit you. TWO OR THREE EXAMPLES |:-- Linen Collars, all the newest styles, and just in ctock, at 20c. Go a little higher up, and secure your Hat for next Summer, $6.00 and $7.00 hats for $3.00. Then go down to the Boots--$15.00 for $7.00--and so on down. $1 .00 buys an all wool Black Beaver Overcoat worth $25 90c buys Penman's best Brand fleece lined Underwear, all sizes. $1 75 buys Stanfield's Red Label Heavy Weight 100 per cent wool Underwear, all sizes. WORK BOOTS that used to be $6.50, now $3.75, all solid leather, of the best make, and mind you all new goods--not in stock twe weeks. Every article too numerous to mention but all put on the block and the same sharpe axe splits off the profits and in some cases part of the actual cost for them. There are no financial reasons causing this get out of business-- something more important ! Still a goodly number of NICE SUITINGS at alarmingly low prices--made to your order. This will be my last chance to make you a snit which I very much regret. Now this is a Boni-fide Quit Business Sale. I want my friends to rally around me and help me out by by the First of February if possible. ONLY CLOSING OUT WEST STORE--but goods in the East Store will be affected by cut prices V. G. CORNWELL Snetsinger Block--2 Doors East of Standard Bank King Street- Colborne. To the Electors of Northumberland: Ladies and Gentlemen: I wish to extend my sincere thanks to the Electors of Noi-thumberland for their very generous support on December 6th, and to congratulate the loyal workers of the National Liberal and Conservative Party on the unqualified success which has crowned their efforts in the recent campaign . ME. MAYBEE Dated at Wooler. December 7th, 1921.. MILTON E. Election clay was quiet in Colborne. r. Maybee polled 301 votes, Mr*. Kerr 117 and Mr. Slade 109. In Northumberland, Mr. Milton B.-I Maybee was victor by a majority qf J735 over Fred J. Slade, the U.F.Oi j candidate and about 4400 over Mw?: Kerr the Liberal. We have been unable to get l^lete returns of the vote, but expej !o have all for next week. PERSONAL Miss Annie Simmons is very-ill of pneumonia. All hope for a speedy improvement. Mr. A. MoT. Campbell of Winnipeg spent the weekend with Miss McTavish, at "Bellevue." Her many friends will be glad to learn that Mrs. M. S. Gould is recovering after a serious illness. CARD OF THANKS CASTLETON Mr. and Mrs. John Coffey and Gertie spent Sunday at Mr. B. Gaffield'e. Mrs. It. S Newman, who has be(*n on the sick list, is able to be out again. Mrs. Maude Purdy has returned from Toronto, where she has be^a spending several weeks visiting It the horn eof her brother. Election is past, bcvlng brought its joys and sorrow. The ladies turnAd out in goodly numbers and did th«r duty. One spnster did very efficient work bringing in som^ of those wwo were diffident. Many people here wSo were surprised to see the picture jof Mr. Kerr, Reform candidate, on tie front page of our old Conservative Express are pleased to know tnfct though Mr. Kerr was not elected, the many good things that were promised with him will be coming to us, as tSe Liberal Party has been placed Jfej control of affairs. I will just mentt< "Lest^vve forg. Economy," "~ age when labour i» ,-- --t- bines," Stop and think how --'inch that "Prosperity," W-ib wouldn't "Honest, Clea-i- Responsible Government," Who hasn't-been longing for that? I will not name any mflre, but if you,loot on last week's Jfmsue you will find them all, and they ill do you good. Truly, these are unusual days. MRS. IRA EDWARDS wishes to ex press her sincere thanks to friends and neighbours for their kindness and sympathy in her bereavement, in the death of her father, Robert Martin. BIRTHS iuke) LKER--At Belleville, on Wed-, Nov. 16th, 1921, to Mr. and Frank Walker (nee Nina De-a son--Cecil Stanley. DEATHS ('••ill! ' {TIN--In Colborne, on Tuesday, 29th, 1921, Robert Martin, in st year. Interment at Union COMING EVENTS DOGS WILL HAVE RACE. Another Big International Event Arranged In United States-BERLIN, N.H., Dec. 6.--The first international dog race of its kind has been definitely arranged as a part of the forthcoming winter carnival in this city during the early part of February next, support of the towns through which the contestants will run having been secured. This contest, in which at least three teams will participate, is along a course of over 120 miles, starting from Berlin and going up through Errol, Dixville Notch to Colebrook, and returning by North Stratford, Groveton and Lancaster back to the starting point. By comparison, the eight-mile race of last year to Gor-ham which excited widespread publicity, will dwindle into insignificance. Considerable interest has been manifested in this event, not only along the route but at sporting centres in Canada and elsewhere. With the completion of the new ski-jump, modeled on one of the best Western patterns, Berlin has with-' out question the most spectacular run-way in the east. The Nansen Ski Club, which has worked so wholeheartedly on this proposition, has as its aim the sending of a fitting representative to compete in the skiing events for the honor of the United States at the Holmenkollen in Norway in 1924. Among "those who have shown unusual interest in this project are, besides "Spike" Ol-sen, Ingvald Anderson and Victor Mortensen, who worked day after day on it without remuneration. The carnival is expected to pack its three days cram full of winter sports; and plans now under way indicate that this celebration will be second to none. After its victories of last year in Canada and every other place invaded, the Nansen Ski Club has become known all through the east. comprehensive scheme has been initiated by Chairman Estabrook to handle the hundred and one matters speedily and efficiently; and special arrangements are being made to handle the expected influx of outside visitors. Admission 25c* The Chicken Pie Supper and Bazaar, under the auspices or the Willing Workers, of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 14th, 1921. DUNDONALD Mr. and Mrs. W. Samons recently visited Brighton friends. Mr. F. Dingman of Halkirk, Alta, has been visiting at the home of Mr. and M?-s. W. Samons and other friends. Mrs. Harry McDonald and Master Fred have been visiting Mrs. E. Samons and other relattlves in Port Preparations are being made for an enjoyable evening, Dec. 23rd, 1921, by the Eden Sunday School. Xmas tree and good programme. Election being over, we can now turn our attention to Xmas. Where is the mau who remarked that women did not. want to vote? Wednesday found some sad who were overjoyed the previous evening. Some were full of excitement and argued loudly and informed their hearers what tK*.ir paper said.but no quarrelling or fighting, neither was the polling booth filled with tobacco smoke as in the days when mere man did all the voting. Surely women have a refining influence in politics. The Bazaar and Chicken Tea given by the Ladies' Aid of Trinity Church at the Colborne Fire Hall on Thursday, Dec. 1st, 1921, passed off successfully. The proceeds amounted to $650.00. Christmas Goods 1 oys, Dolls, Games, Etc. Ebony, Leather, and Ivory Goods Kodaks, Perfumes, Chocolates Xmas Papetries - - 25c to $2.50 ALL THE NEWEST BOOKS Beautiful Lines of Xmas Cards and Booklets, Seals, Tags, etc. GRIFFIS' DRUG STORE The Castleton Branch of the Women's Institute will meet at the home of Mrs. F. A. Black on Wednesday, December 14th, 1921, at 2.30 p. m. Subject: Rural Problems and how to meet them. All women are cordially invited to attend; AUCTION SALES THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15th, 1921, at 1 p.m. sharp -- Valuable farm stock and implements, hay, grain, and straw, of Mr. Albert Spencer, one mile East of Castleton on the gravel road. Terms as usual. No reserve as farm is sold. S. E. Robinson, Auctioneer. DEATH OF ROBERT MARTIN The death of Mr. Robert Martin, which occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 1921, removes a famiilar figure from our midst and one who for 50 years conducted a successful meat business in Colborne. Of honest and upright character, he was highly lespec-ted by a large circle of acquaintances. He leaves three daughters an a son, Mrs. Stebbins of N.Y. State, Mrs. F. J. Smith, Mrs Ira Edwards and Robert W. Martin of Colborne.. The latter having succeecec- his father in the meat business here. The funeral was held on Thursday, Dec. 1st, by the Rev. W. A. McKen-zie, D.D., of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. The burial was at the Union Cemetery. Everybody knows that in Canada there are. more Templetcm's Rheumatic Capsules Sold thar, all ether nh£u.-r.&t5< Kemedi:3 coir.bined for Rhcv: njfttism, Neuritis, Meuralgin Sciatica, Lumbago, etc. HOW PARTIES STOOD. Changes at Ottawa During the Past Ten Years. OTTAWA* Dec. 6.--At the general elP'"*'™ nf 1011 thor-B -nrorc 155 Conservative members, 86 Liberals, and 2 Independents, giving'a Conservative majority of 45. In the election of 1917, the Union Government majority was 71, the standing in the House being: Unionists, 153; Laurier Liberals, 81; Independents, 1. At dissolution, the Meighen Government had a majority of 21, the standing being: National Liberal and Conservative, 124; Liberals, 80; Progressives, 16; Independents, 7; vacant seats, 8. Figures for each province are given below: 1911. Cons. Libs. Ind. Alberta .......... 1 6 0 Brit. Columbia____ 7 0 0 Manitoba........ 8 2 0 New Brunswick ... 5 8 0 Nova Scotia ...... 9 9 0 Ontario .......... 72 13 1 Prince Edward Is.. . 2 2 0 Quebec.......... 27 37 1 Saskatchewan .... 1 9 0 Yukon.......... 1 0 0 1917. Union Laurier. Alberta........... 11 1 British Columbia____ 13 0 Manitoba.......... 14 1 New Brunswick ..... 7 4 Nova Scotia ........ 12 4 Ontario........... 74 8 Prinee Edward Island. 2 2 Quebec........... 3 62 Saskatchewan...... 16 0 Yukon............ 1 0 At dissolution. Alberta . ...... 8 • 1 British Columbia 13 0 Manitoba...... 9 1 New Brunswick 6 4 Neva Scotia .... 11 4 Ontario....... 64 10 P. E. Island..... 2 2 Quebec........ 2 5 8 Saskatchewan 8 0 Yukon........ 1 0 There were eight vacant s< FOCH WILL VISIT US. Will Be the Guest of Three Canadian Cities. ' OTTAWA, Dec. 6.--The dates of* the visit of Marshal Foch, who is now touring the United States, to Canada, have been announced. Marshal Foch will visit Ottawa first, and will reach this city on Sunday, Dec. 11, at nine o'clock in the morning. He will leave again at noon for Montreal, and will reach Windsor station at three o'clock. Marshal Foch will remain in Montreal until Lg, and will o'cio. i the fori sell t mday, Dec. 12, nder-in-chief of the .1 stay in Quebec until the evening, when he i Sold in Colborne by j W. F. GRIFFIS, Druggist f The Rexali Store j 1 EXPRESS ADDS BRING RESULTS.! ™jj CRIMINALSJERY BUSY Cases Reported in Toronto Over the Week-end. Bandits Attempted to Hold Up Taxi-Driver on Bosedale Bridge, But He Made His Escape--Numerous Burglaries Reported, But Thieves Only Got Small Amounts--A Serious Crime Wave. TORONTO, Dec. 6.--One hold-up, that of a taxicab driver, and several burglaries in various parts of the city, were reported to the police over the week-end. Both jewelry and cash were among the loot taken by the housebreakers. While going over Rosedale Ravine Bridge on Saturday night at a late hour, a taxi driver, named Brasher, said that he was held up by armed men, who attempted to rob him. He was halfway across the bridge and when the men in question, who were walking from the opposite direction, halted In the path of the car, Brashed slowed up, meanwhile eyeing the men suspiciously. As the car came to a standstill, one of the thugs leaped upon the running-board, and poking a gun at Brasher, ordered him to hold- up his hands and alight from the car. Instead, Brasher pressed the accelerator. The car shot forward. The second thug jumped from the middle of the bridge to escape being run down. The man with the gun was thrown from the running-board, and Brasher did not stop to inquire if he war; A woman reported that two young men snatched her purse, containing $13, while she was standing at the corner of Amelia and Parliament streets, Saturday night, then made off. tizen reported having his pocket relieved of $72, while board-street car at Queen and Yonge streets, Saturday night. A small amount of jewelry was taken from a house on Glendonwynne road sometime during Saturday night, or early Sunday morning, while the occupants of the place were sleeping. Fourteen dollars was stolen from a house at 245 Fairview avenue. Thieves broke into a store at 31 "Queen street west, over the weekend, and stole a large quantity ot TOO MANY HUSBANDS. CHICAGO, Dec. 6. -- Federal agents broke up Mrs-. Helen Drex-ler's matrimonial Government allotment plan just as she was making Plans to marry her seventeenth husband in three years, according to her story Saturday to Capt. Thomas L. Porter, of the U. S. Secret Service. By listing as the son of each husband, the little boy born from her second experience in matrimony, she added $5 a month extra to the flood of allotment cheques she received the Government, she said. Federal officials calculated she had received $500 a month. "I was working in Boston when I met Wilfrid Taylor," she related. "The draft got him, and soon after landing in France he was killed." Mrs. Drexler's brother was also killed in action overseas. Her little boy is Wilfrid Taylor's son. "I had to go to work or get married. Several months afterwards my husband joined the navy, so I got two allotment cheques. John Kelly, of the Brooklyn navy yard, was the next. I left him and married another sailor. Dear me, I can't remember all names. Finally, I came to Chicago and married three sailors in quick succession. Albert Drexler, a Camp Grant soldier, was the sixteenth. I had a sailor picked out for the next, but your agents ar- TRIED TO KIDNAP BOY. SANDWICH, Dec. 6.--The police I Sandwich are combing the town id countryside in search of a Chinese dressed in a green sweater who Sunday evening, shortly after six o'clock attempted to kidnap Henry Hancock, five years old; from in front of the child's home, Peter street. The child, who is the youngest of several children of Duncan Hancock, a machinist, was playing almost directly on its front doorstep when, according to the story related by the others, the Chinese, a stranger in the neighborhood, came swiftly and noiselessly along the street, and as he passed the little group of children, he stooped over and sweeping up little Henry in his , darted away in the same direction from which he had come. A young man, whose name the Sandwich police have not yet been able to ascertain, and who heard the child's terrified cries, gave chase, but so fast was the pace set by the kidnapper that he was unable to overtake him. After running about a quarter of a mile, the Chinese threw his living burden into a ditch and resumed his flight. For some distance farther, pursued and pursuer kept up the racr the Celestial finally outdistanc-" hild s by i