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dfclbonu THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, THURSDAY, APRIL 29th, 1954 $2.00 a year in advance--$3.00 to U.S.A. SCOUT PAPER DRIVE - SATURDAY, MAY 22 - PLEASE HAVE PAPERS READY TUBERCULOSIS -- WITH YOUR HELP -- ON THE WAY OUT -- "We are looking forward to the day when tuberculosis will be but a memory", Dr. Charlotte Horner, Medical Officer of Health for Northumberland and Durham, said today. "Out of every 100,000 people in Ontario only 7 people died of T.B. in 1953. Compare this to 1900, when 160 deaths occurred in the same number of people. "Everything is at hand to get rid of tuberculosis", Dr. Horner said. "We have the equipment to find it and the sanatoria to treat it. We have the technique of each developed to the highest level". Dr. Horner commented on the coming mass chest x-ray survey sponsored by the Northumberland and Durham Tuberculosis Association. "The^Board of Health and the staff of the Health Unit is assisting in every way possible", she said. In spite of the active case^finding program being carried out in Ontario, the number of people still contracting tuberculosis every year remains very high. The nature of tuberculosis explains this, the doctor sad. "In the early stages, tuberculosis need show no symptoms. Many people become infected and in turn infect others without "knowing they have T.B. The more pathetic part is the fact that swch people infect those closest to Dr. Horner urged every, citizen of Northumberland and Durham to get an x-ray during the coming survey. She said that only those who have received an x-ray in the past six months can think of themselves as exempt from this obligation -- all other adulte over 12 years of age owe it to themselves to get an x-ray. tat I ^^pr,; ^ New telephone directories are being mailed to Colborne subscribers of the Bell Telephone Company of Canada, Mr. S. R. VanDusen, Bell Manager for this region, announced this week. Residents of Colborne and district Enough of the green-covered books are reminded that the Mobile X-Ray will be distributed in this district Unit will be here on June 9th. Please that, placed end to end, they would In June, 1924, Messrs. W. J. Onyon and H. Poole, both former employees of Clarke & Dudley (who sold their garage business to Taylor Bros.) purchased a building from the late John Reeve and started in business for themselves, selling Oldsmobile Cars for one year. In January, 1928, Mr. Onyon (seated at his desk in photo above) purchased Mr. Poole's interest in the business and secured' the General Motors dealership for Pontiac, Buick and G. M. Trucks. Since that time the building has been enlarged and improved; new, modern equipment has been added and this garage is now one of the best equipped and most modern of any in a town this size between Toronto and Montreal.. "Bill" as he is known to his many friends, was recently honoured by G. M., as told in another column. NEW TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES READY make a date for your free x-ray. ROTARY CLUB CONCERT Music lovers of Colborne will appreciate the opportunity of hearing the prominent artists mentioned below, at Colborne United Church or Friday evening, May 14th, sponsored by The Rotary Club of Colborne, MARY WEBB -- PIANIST For the past three years student at Royal Conservatory of Toronto Pupil of Margaret Miller Brown, prominent pianist and teacher. In 1950 awarded the Grey & Bruce Scholarship from Peterborough. In connection with this scholarship, gave a radio series of piano recitals from Peterborough. Last year gave recital at Concert Hall of the Conservatory. Member of Piano Faculty of the Royal Conservatory, Toronto, teaching twenty-five pupils. This Spring is playing recitals at Trinity College School, Port Hope; Pickering College, Newmarket; Brighton, Colborne and Cobourg under the auspices of the Rotary Club. Recital program includes Bach, Haydn, Mendelssohn, Debussy and Ohapin. ELIZABETH GRIERSON -- CONTRALTO (Assisting Artist) Miss Grierson comes from Regina, Saskatchewan, studied at Regina Conservatory of Music under its director, Richard Watson. She has taken part in operatic productions, including role of Martha in "Fause", also the Gilbera & Sullivan "Ruddigore". Was very effective out West and sang on Conservatory radio broadcasts in Regina. servatory of Toronto , studying under Madame Gigna Cigna. COLBORNE'S LUCKY UNCLAIMED JEWEL At the Colborne Baseball Draw in 1952, this fortunate lady won a $50.00 Bond. On Tuesday evening, April 14th, 1953v at the 32nd Birthday anniversary of Colborne Chapter No. 82, O.E.S., held in Brighton a draw was made for a lovely woollen blanket, this unclaimed jewel held the winning ticket. Taking it home, she carefully put it away in her Hope Chest. On Friday evening, April 23rd, 1954, at a Dance and Euchre sponsored by Warkworth Chapter No. 279 O.E.S., a draw was made for a chest of silver, Lo and Behold, Colborne's unclaimed Jewel held the lucky ticket. The silverware was presented to her Wednesday evning, April 28th, at the Chapter's first birthday party. She is a gifted elocutionist, giving two numbers on the program. form a path nearly six miles long. Unlike most publishers, the Bell Company asks its readers to discard previous editions of its books. There are 11,346 new and changed listings in the new directory, Mr. VanDusen said, and continued use of the old book is certain to result in "wrong numbers". He urged subscribers check their "Blue Book of Telephone Numbers" against the new directory and bring their personal lists up to date. A miniature edition of the "Blue Book", which will fit into a man's vest pocket or a woman's purse, is now available at the Bell office, Mi\ VanDusen said. It is being used to encourage telephone users to keep a record of local" and out-of-town numbers frequently called. . "If the operator is given the number when a subscriber places a long distance call, the connection can be made in as little as half the time", said Mr. Van Dusen. "On local calls, too, the Blue Book is expected to help to eliminate unnecessary inquiries to 'Information'." Reflecting the growth in the territory served by the directory is the increase in the number of copies distributed -- from 29,595 last year to 31,663 this year. COLBORNE ROTARY CLUB (By Jim Bell) The Rotary Club met for their regular luncheon meeting at the Queen's Hotel on Monday evening at six-thirty. There was a good attendance of members and four visitors, Harry Carleton, Bill Peace and Russell Manning of the Cobourg Club, and our own towns-M present" on scholarship at Con-P™11' Howard Free. After a sing-song "HARD TIME PARTY" ENJOYED BY BIBLE CLASS The Bible Class of Trinity Anglican Church held its monthly meeting in the Parish Hall, Friday evening, April 23rd. The members and their guests were garbed in Hard Time Costumes, some of which were most humorous. The President, Mrs. N. T. Armstrong welcomed all in her inimitable gracious manner. Music for dancing was provided by Messrs. S. E. Turpin and Duncan McGlennon. Cecil Reed called for the square dances. The A.Y.P.A. kindly loaned the record-player used for Round dancing. The Door Prize was won by Mrs. Ken P^l mateer, dance prizes won by Mrs. M. Wright, Mr. S. E. Turpin, Mr. Noel Roseblade and Fred Baker. The costumes of Miss Sandra Cooke and Mr. George Baker were judged best and they also received prizes. A Pot Lunch was served from a long table decorated with pastel colored candles and centred with a beautiful orchid, loaned by Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kitching. Among the delicious variety of food brought, was a Birthday Cake, appropriately iced, to read "Happy Birthday Class". On April 24th the Class was five years old. The five candles on the cake were lit by Mr. and (Mrs. Norman Sheldrick, Mrs. A. F. Turpin, Mrs. K. Palmateer; these four are original Class Members and Mrs. N. T. Armstrong, President. After the singing of "Happy Birthday" the candles were blown out by the Vice-President, Mr. Jim Small. Dancing then continued. Mrs. Armstrong moved a hearty vote of thanks to the musicians, the iller, the refreshment committee, iss Jane Hodges and Mrs. M. Wright, the entertainment committee, Mr. Jim Small and Mr. Fred Baker, for their work in making the evening so enjoyable. Mrs. Norman Sheldrick expressed the appreciation of the members to their teacher, Mrs. .. Free, for her untiring and faithful service during those five years. * She replied briefly to their i Queen remarkable demonstration of the Rotary Quartet, Jim Bell introduced Ed. Howell, tthe speaker of the evening. Ed chose "Wills and Their Importance" as his subject. The first recorded will was made in Egypt about 4,500 years ago and its form and composition was such that it could have been probated to-day. The gist of Ed's talk," sprinkled with humour, convinced, everyone that making a will was a necessity and saved a lot of headaches for someone. John lies, in his usual inimitable manner, thanked the speaker. The Easter Seal Fund was given a nice little boost by Pat Inglis, the proceeds of a dance held in the town hall on Wednesday, the 21st. The committee is very grateful to all those who have so promptly and liberally contributed to this worthy cause. Have Faith--for with it we may accomplish great things, Without Faith we can accomplish nothing.-- Anon. GIFTS PRESENTED TO SHILOH UNITED CHURCH At Easter Sunday Service, April 18th, 1954, Dr. W. S. Tucker presented a beautiful large Bible to Shiloh United Church as a memorial to his wife. At the same time Mr. and Mrs. Laurence E. Mutton gave two brass collection plates, in loving memory of her mother, Mrs. W. S. Tucker. MISS OLIVE KAISER . SINGS IN TORONTO The Ontario Music Educators'" Association sponsored a concert in the Eaton Auditorium, Toronto, Wednesday evening, April 21st. One of the main features of the program was the singing of a 300 voice choir under the direction of Mr. Don Wright, London, Ont. These were all students carefully selected from thirty-five secondary schools in Ontario. Colborne High School was ably represented by Miss Olive Kaiser, daughter "of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Kaiser. Miss Thelma Priest, Teacher of Music in this school herself a gifted pianist and singer, was instructor. Olive .began her singing career in Kirkland Lake, since coming here about seven years ago has continued to climb the ladder of success, in her many singing achievements. Congratulations are extended to Miss Thelma Priest and Miss Olive Mr. Wright's comment at the end of the performance was: "It was grand working with such a wonderful bunch of kids". Olive states it was a thrill. EAST NORTHUMBERLAND DISTRICT H. S. BOARD (Held over from last week) Wooler, Ont., April 9th, 1954. The regular meeting of the East Northumberland District High School Board was held in Wooler High School on the evening of the above date with Chairman Wesley^ C. Down presiding over the meeting. Other members of the Board present were A. T. Grif-fis, A. A. Kemp, Sam Netley, Wm. T. Moran, R. J. Ross,, W. O. Graham Foster Boulton, and N. N. Haggarty. Brincipals A. M. Fulton and Harry S, Ewing were also present. The minutes of the last regular meeting held in Colborne on March 11th were read and approved ojn motion of R. J. Ross, seconded by Foster Boulton. The minutes of the meeting held Brighton on March 18th, 1954 with the Architect were read and approved on motion of W. O. Graham, seconded by Wm. T. Moran. It was moved by A. T. Griffis, onded by A. A. Kemp, that we thorize the Chairman and Secretary to complete the purchase of the property for the site of the new school.-- Carried. It was moved by W. O. Graham, seconded (by A. T. Griffis, that the above mentioned representatives confer with Mr. Edwin Howell for verification of title when same is completed.--Carried. Correspondence was then read. This included a letter from the Department of Education approving plans for new school as submitted after meeting with architect. It was moved by A. T. Griffis, onded by A. A. Kemp, that we accept with sincere regrets the resignation of Miss Alexander from the staff of Colborne High School.--Carried. It was moved by R. J. Ross, seconded by N. N. Haggarty, that A. T. Griffis and A. A. Kemp be named as delegates to the O.E.A. Convention from this Board.--Carried Following a discussion of the Inspector's report and suggestions made ^herein it was moved by W. O. Graham seconded by R. J. Ross, that we gg■■■ mmend to the principals of th< sc^ols in this district that they attempt to effect a standardization of texts and arrangement of subjects for use in schools in this district.--'Carried. It was moved by N. N. Haggarty, seconded by A. A. Kemp, that we accept with regret Mrs. Baker's resignation as Music Supervisor for Wooler High School, effective June 30, 1954. --Carried. On motion by A. A. Kemp, seconded by Wm. T. Moran the remainder of the correspondence was directed to be filed. It was moved by A. T. Griffis, seconded by Sam Netley, that we advise the North East Northumberland District High School Board that we do not anticipate sending students to schools in that district for instruction in Shop Work or Home Economics-after June 30th, 1954.--Carried. On motion by A. A. Kemp, seconded by Wm. T. Moran, accounts totalling $737.68 were approved for payment. In Mr. Fulton's report on Brighton High School he advised accepting the offer of Cooper & Horton for supply of Shop equipment for new school. This recommendation was agreed and Mi. McKague, instructor in this subject asked to prepare required list. Mr. Fulton reported ton interview by j himself and Mr. Down with several applicants for Music Supervisor's position on Brighton staff and the engagement of Miss Mary F. Wase for that position. This action was confirmed by motion of R. J. Ross, seconded by Sam Netley. Mr. Fulton pointed out the possible need of an additional teacher if students from this District presently attending Trenton High School were to be accomodated. Mr. Ewing asked permission of Board to provide the usual amount of $10 per pupil for each of 2 pupils attending Athletic Leadership Training Course. This was granted and extended to pupils from Brighton and Colborne for same purpose on motion by A. A. Kemp, seconded by R. J. It was moved by Wm. T. Moran, seconded by Foster Boulton, that commencing in September, 1954 we take the necessary steps to set up a Department of Agriculture in the new school at Brighton.--Carried. Mr. Griffis gave quotations from 3 different agents on power lawn mow-It was agreed on motion by A. A. Kemp, seconded by R. J. Ross that we approve the purchase of a rotary type power lawn mower for Colborne High School, the make and size to remain the choice of the Colborne representative.--Carried. The meeting did then adjourn until the next regular meeting or at the call of the Chairman. COLBORNE COUNCIL (Held over from last week) The regular meeting of Colborne Council was held in the Council Chamber on Tuesday evening, April 13th, 1954, at 8 o'clock. Members present--Reeve I. D. Post and Councillors Kernaghan, May, Harding and White. Minutes of last regular meeting read and adopted on motion of Kernaghan and May. D. McGlennon addressed Council re. Public Liability Insurance on the streets of this village and introduced a representative of the Gore District Mutual Ins. Co. of Gait who spoke, to Council re. this type of insurance and the advisability of the municipality having greater coverage than that offered by the standard policy and quoting premium costs on coverage by his firm. Reeve Post expressed the thanks of the Council and assured Mr. McGlennon that his quotations would be given consideration when Council made their decision re. the same. B. Irish, Fire Chief, requested per-missidn to paint the floor of the Fire Hall and asking Council to furnish the material. On motion of Kernaghan and* May Council agreed to buy the paint if Firemen would put it on. Moved by Harding, seconded by May--That the Clerk be instructed to call Bickle Seagrave re. the siren on Fire Truck. In the event of not being able to get the necessary adjustment from the Company the Fire Committee be given authority to purchase a new siren and also 50 feet of 2.5 inch and 50 feet of 1.5 inch hose.--Carried. A delegation from the Driving Club addressed Council explaining that they had been unable to arrange a race meet last year on account of the weather and requesting that Council make them a grant in lieu of taxes. Moved by Kernaghan, seconded by Harding--That this Council grant the Driving Club $100. in lieu of taxes for the years 1952 antf 1953.--Carried. Communications: From Mr. T. Heth-erington resigning as member of the Parks Commission. On motion Mr. Hetherington's ignation was accepted wih regret. From Mr. Thos. Hopkins, Civil Defence Co-ordinator for this district requesting Information regarding available equipment in the event of need -^Referred to Clerk. From Magistrate's Office with cheque for $3.60 as Colborne's share of fines for March.--Filed. Moved by White, seconded by Kernaghan--That we increase our street liability insurance to $20,000, $40,000 and $5000.--Carried. Moved by Harding, seconded by May--That the Street Liability Insurance be renewed with W. J. Troop Jr. --Carried. Moved by Kernaghan, seconded by Harding--That the following accounts be paid: Bell Telephone Co., No. 165, 3.80; No. 63w, 5.75; No. 12, 4.30; No. 295, 7.85. Total... .$ 21.70 G. B. Barnes, Indigent Funeral, etc..................................... 145.00 Colborne Garage, for Fire „ Truck ...................................... 2.70 H. Willard, cement mixer, etc. 528.80 H. Willard, for Fire Dept......... 9.00 R. M. McManus, for Fire dept. 7.50 McGlennon Insurance Agency for P.A. System.................... 5.00 Colborne Express, advertising 8.05 United Counties, Hospitalization, Edwards and Dudley.. ■ 7.50 Cities Service Oil Co., for Town Hall ...............!.............. 50.13 Davis Fuels, oil for Town Hall 46.16 Colborne Lumber Co., cement 19.50 W. J. Onyon, gravel and trucking.................................. 13,35 Jos. Farrell, two used tires .... 16.00 Colborne Public School Board Board on levy........................ 1500.00 Leonard Gordon, three months salary ...................................... Wm. Self,, salary and use of COMING EVENTS THE LADIES' AID of Trinity Anglican Church will hold a rummage sale, Saturday, May 22nd. Watch for further announcement. OPENING DANCE at Little Lake Pavilion, Friday night, April 30th, Square and Round Dancing. Music by Canadian Jamboree Boys, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission 60c. a22,29x THE ROTARY CLUB of Colborne presents Miss Mary Webb, Concert Pianist, assisted by Miss Elizabeth Grierson, Contralto, Friday, May 14th, 1954, Colborne United Church at 8.15 p.m. Adults 65s, Students 35c. Modern and Old Time Dancing every Saturday night at Cobourg Arena. Dancing from 9.00 to 12.00, with Neil Taft and his Canadian Jamboree Gang. Admission 60c per person. •• d31tfc W. J. "BILL' ONYON HONOURED BY GENERAL MOTORS In recognition of long-standing loyalty and a fine record of 25 years' service as a General Motors' dealership in this community, W. J. Onyon, Colborne, Ont., has been honoured by General Motors Products of Canada Limited as a "Quarter Century Dealership". In addition to the handsome, suitably-engraved plaque on which is mounted a symbolic figure and which was awarded to the dealership, the occasion was marked by the presentation of a handsome desk lamp to W. J. Onyon, the General Motors Dealer. Announcing that approximately one hundred and fifty pioneer dealerships throughout Canada with 25 or more years^ of continuous service to their credit had qualified as "Quarter Century Dealerships", E. J. Umphrey, Vice President and Director of Sales foe General Motors Products of Canada Limited, described them as "partners in progress". These time-proven dealerships, he said, had earned, in their local communities, an enviable reputation for integrity and progress-iveness, and they had accomplished a vitally important pioneering job, growing with a new industry, winning confidence and setting high standard for that industry.. 'That is why in appreciation of their continued loyalty and in sincere acknowledgement of their contribution to the development and growth of the whole G.M. organization General Motors is proud to honour them as 'Quarter Century Dealerships'," said Mr. Umphrey. car . 210.00 Colborne Public Utilities, water for Town Hall............ 5.00 C. L. Turney, grading streets . 18.00 Roy Samis, caretaker at dump 25.00 Relief Accounts for April ...... 177.45 Fire Department..................... 248.99 Jos. Farrell, payroll from March 13th to April 10....... 438.75 --Carried. Reeve Post introduced a By-Law to appoint Assessors for the Village of Cilborne for the year ,1954. Moved by Harding, seconded by Kernaghan -- That by-law toe given First reading.--Carried. Moved by May^ seconded by White -^That the rules governing the passing of by-laws be suspended for this sesson of Council.--Carried. Moved by Kernaghan, seconded by White--That by-law be given second reading naming Mr. F. Jennings as Assessor to prepare the appraisal cards and L. Gordon as assistant to prepare the roll and send out notices. --Carried. Moved by Harding, seconded by May--That By-Law be given Third reading, signed, sealed and numbered SENDER OF (CARE) PARCEL NOT KNOWN Last month a letter was received from the recipient of a CARE parcel, addressed simply to CARE Donor, Colborne. As it was impossible to find out for whom the letter was intended or to get it translated locally, it was sent to the Royal Vice^Consu-late of Greece in Toronto. Stefanos Rockanas, Vice-Consul, translated and returned the letter which follows; Athens, Jan. 5th, 1954. Dear Sir, Around Christmas Holydays, the P.I.C.PA (Note: A Greek Charity and Welfare Organization) informed me of your parcel. When we received it, we all felt very glad and we thank you very much. The gift was a source of-hap-piness for my children because they felt that their father came back to life and entered again the door of our poor house to bring the Christmas parcels. We will be happier though if we receive news from you, because after you showed to us your noble heart, we want to know that you are in good health and you enjoy the joy which springs out when you perform a good deed. We wish and hope that Almighty God will repay your kindness and your spirit of unselfish charity. On the occasion of the Holydays, I the mother and my four minor orphans, wish you Many and Happy returns of the Year. Sincerely yours, (Sgd.) Helen Tsafou. My address: Mrs. Helen Tsafou, 12 Aghiou Stefanou St. New Constantinople, Athens, Greece. We trust that the sender of this CARE parcel will read this acknowledgement and know how deeply the kindness was appreciated by Mrs. Tsafou and.her family. 777.--Carried After deciding to meet on Friday afternoon and go over the streets, Council did then adjourn.