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== == = FEFTEESIT . JI+3S II§ | NEWS | RENEWED ASSESSMENT Port Hope Council by by-law de- ded to renew the fixed assessment y/o the Nicholson File Soupany, at V§35000 and that of H. B. McCarthy Pompany at $6,500. . MARRIED SIXTY YEARS Eh hy 154 of their y doh chry- Mrs. in Ireland, while Mr. Schryver been a lifelong resident here, born at Schryver's Hill, West tingdon, LOWEST RATES AVAILABLE With a view to attracting manu- 'facturers to Campbelliord a new sys- «tem billing for power has been Ee) ted which, according to Engineer et Scott, will produce the lowest municipal rates in Ontario, Under e new metric system, which goes Jginto operation January 1, the town supplies domestic power at the same gates as those in effect in Toronto, t allows 20 per cent. discount for prompt payment. p, NO TRACE FOUND * No trace of Duff Kiah and John Valois, of Ogdensburg, who disap- ed on Sunday, has been found. e men left the American side of M e St. Lawrence about § am, in- pl ding to return in an hour or two, d as a strong northeast wind was lowing and the water was very bl ough it is believed that their boat atmay have capsized, Scarch hus been ittmade on both shores for the boat, C but it has not been locate! ¢ PROMINENT RESIDENT DEAD 8¢ "peter Chaput died at Pembroke { yesterday at his home on Renfrew Street in his sceventy-fi'th year, De- W ceased had been a resident of Pem- at broke since he was 15 years of age. s¢ He is survived by his widow and six children: Eugene, Winnipeg; Mrs Fell =: A) The LEADING JES Matahlin . 12 Simcoe Et, Soul For Better Values DIAMONDS Burns' Jewelry Store #8 SIMCOE 8. FHONE 880 Cash or Terms G. McLaughlin, Oshawa; Vi Al h Arthur and Edmond, at home. The funeral will be on Friday morning at St. Columbus Ca- thedral, and interment will be made in the R.C. Cemetery. OLDEST REDENY PASSES Mrs, Frances Reid passed away at her home in Rembuoke i aged 85 years, Mrs. Reid - broke's oldest resident. For sixty years she had lived in the heme in which she died. Mrs. Reid was a member of Calvin United Church. Surviving her are seven children: H. Gates of Winnipeg; John Parker, Spanish; Louise, Toronto; Isabelle, ary, Elizabeth and Charlotte, all home; also two gran hildren an two great-grandchildren, Funeral ar- rangements are not complete, KILLED BY TRAIN James Paterson, of Prescott, was struck by a C.N.R, westhound train ard instantly killed while walking the wacks toward his home avout one nile west of Prescott. The body, which was not discovered till yester- day morning was so terribly mangled as to he almost unrecognizahle. Cer- oner C. F, McPherson, of Prescott, was nctified and ordered aa injuest tc be held Tuesday even vy Mr. Patierson was born in Ireland ¢4 years ago, but had resided n Prec. cott practically all his life. CHINESE FINED HEAVILY A fine of $1,000 and imprisonment for nine fonths was imposed yester day on Tam Yam, alias Hum Yek, and Hum So, for "unlawfully having drugs in his possession." The Chin- ese was running a laundry at King ston. While the officers were engag- ed in a search for drugs, the China man aceuscd of handling the opium mysteriously disappeared, The offi- cers made a dash outside to try and met trace of the celestial, but he had taken to his heels and all the officers could find was the China 's apron he had discarded and left just out ls yk TI pointm I 1 heir O : Bizhop M, 7. Fallon of ! 100, Ont, who held he oliice for teen yes Many embers were | t from Lindsay, ohourg, and r towns in the dis- trict, and tlie Ontario executive was represented by State Deputy R, A, Jeffrey, of Arnprior, and State Trea- surer J. J, Duffus, of Peterbore. Dis- trict Deputy W, J. Hanley, of Toron- to, was also present, The congratula- tions of the Peterboro Knights were P pm---------- Twice Lucky are those who receive This "Parker Pair" for Christmas "Genuine Parker Duofold Du- ette--Pen and Pencil to match, $8, $8.50 and $11 for the pair, Twin -gifts, these -- showing just a bit of extra nice apprecia- tion--a pretty compliment | Pens that clear away all writ- ing effort with famous Parker Fressureless Touch, Parker Permanite Non-Break- able material --28 % lighter than rubber formerly ~makes them feel feather-light in the Duofold Junior or Lady Duofold 85. Pencils to match $3, $3.50 and 84 THE PARKER FOUNTAIN PEN COMPANY, LIMITED TORONTO 3, MMITED 1a the rear dor of the laundry. ! THE OSHAWA DAILY TIMES. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1927 con State Board in inviting him to accept the office of State Chaplain, TLLINGDONS AT THE WHITE HOUSE Brilliant Spectacle When the Governor-General Visits Washington 'Washington, Dee. 6.--Announced by a flourish of marine bugles, and the sharp rattle of rifles, brought to the "Present Arms," Viscount Willingdon, Governor-General of Canada, who represents the person of King George on this continent, began his three-day state visit to the capital of the United States, when he stepped from his private car at 11 o'clock this morning at the Union Station, te return the greeting of Secretary of State Kellogz. Colors contrasting brilliantly with the formality of hich hats and frock coats, was the dominant note when the Governor-Ceneral's party passed through the donhle line of marines to the presidential recep- tion room, and out to T'nfon Plaza, where ten State automohiles were walting, guarded hy a troop of eav alry from Fort Myer. There were the searlets of the Governor-Gene- eral's military alde, and a Hus- gsar's plumed hushy, a Hichlander | in kilts, and the sea-blue and gold lace of the American naval aid: There was alsa the deep blue of the Governonr-General's nprivata | of-arms, (reeting Viscount Willingdon ywhen he arrived here, besides the | Canratary of State. wora William Rn. Ca:tla, TY A aalat . ( in Ottawa wer in= cont Massey, Canadian Minister in Washington; William Phillips, United States Minister to Canada; the Governor-General's senior mili- tary alde, Captain J, BE. Jervis, and the junior aide, Capt, The Viscount Hardinge; and his secretary, E. C. Mieville, The round of entertainments in honor of Viscount Willingdon be- gan with a luncheon at the Cana- dian Legation today. Officially the Governor-General was not a guest of the capital until after he and President Conlidge ex- changed calls this aftermoon. At 4.30 Canada's Governor-General and Viscountess Willingdon were presented to President and Mrs. Coolidge. After a brief exchange of civilities, the Governor-General and Viscountess Willingdon took their leave and returned to the Canadian Legation, to he prepared to receive the President and Mrs. Coolidge when they made their return call, as demanded by International etiquette, at 5.15 o'clock. Ag 8 o'clock the Governor-General and his party again set out for the White House, to attend the State dinner in their honor by the Presi- dent. Tomorrow & luncheon, dinner, and formal reception will be given in honor of their guests .by the Canadian Minister and Mrs. Massey { CITIZENS ASK THAT BATH BE MADE LAKE TERMINAL Ottawa, Dec. 6.--A delegation from the Village of Bath waited' on Hon. C. A. Dunning, Minister of Railways, today, to advance the claims of the village, situated in the Counties of Lennox and Addington, as a pos- sible site for the lake terminal neces- sary when the new Welland Capal is completed. Mr. Dunning assured the delegation consideration of their request, but said any decision on the matter must necessarily await the final report of engineers now investigating the mat- ter, 92 CANADIANS RETURNED Niagara Falls, Dec. 6.--Last month 92 Canadians returned from the United States by way of this port, there were 143 other ad. missions and 120 applicants reject- ed. In November last year tue:w were 62 admissions and 92 rejec- FOUR PERISH IN ears, | adorned with the British royal coat- | he Beddington district, seven when the ) was ht the storm; William Ca Son, hand of the Reid Hill district, fifteen miles body was found on a_ snow-covered trail leading to a mearby coal mine: John Richardson, trapper, of the Skiff district, frozen to death, it is believed, while returning from his traps, and Joh nJohnston, a farmer, whose frozen body was found in his gan wagon, six miles south-east of A For Mi search pa Wi the plains near urst for seven- year-old Johnny uk, who hi not been seen since he left the dis- trict school house on Monday after- noon. The blizzard, which followed a week-end chinook, was the most violent within the past ten years. The wind at times reached tornado pro- portions lashing over the unprotected prairie at a velocity of 60 miles an our. Range stock in many sections of Southern Alberta was caught in the storm, but the loss, accord ng to lat- est reports, will not be as large as at first thought. Sharp dips in temperature followed the passing of the blizzard, and ex- tremes of 25 and 30 below were re- corded at a number of points on the prairics. Milder blizzards alsa swept through. sections of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, but with the excep- tion of blockin ighways and dclay- ing traffic, no serious hardships have been reported. THE WHILE TRAVEL The "Vancouver Express" is hy eans a joke, but you eannnt ters hand ecause the ) It may tious and the porter ou to cortain is SMILE YOU r when its pc yu caught en ha erth, but one t having travelled on the ouver Expr " nothing 1 ied to take the smile away. T} t your hap- nt itinent's ¢eleney, ley: i 9.00 p.m. tonight a of the week, For rates, reservations, tickets, ete., consult M. R. Johnson, or any Canadian Pacific ticket agent. Station at every night Wright Funerals J. A. WRIGHT FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER Successors fo DISNEY FUNERAL SERVICE 82 Simcoe St, S. Phone 1082 Unsurpassed Ambulance Service 1) 33 Boy | still scouring I IRRRES PROS NORE CROLL RECS TRE EINCE HIRE NIRS INROADS LOIN ET TERRE Cr 0 5 A. A el A AA 0 5: LUKE FURNITURE CO. Here is your opportunity to fix up the living' room wi.h a high grade Chesterfield Suite in rich imported two tone velours, The frames are constructed of hardwood and the upholstery is done by experts, Buy one of these Suites and save money, Special, Chintzes Fine Quality Chintz in a good range of colorings, many useful and pretty articles can be made up of chintz for Christmas pres- gre, Fender's, 1 8000 BEDSTEAD OUTFIT Simmon's Walnut Finish- ed Bedstead with large panel in head and foot; fitted with sagless spring and good quality white cotton mattress, covered in smart art ticking, Reg. Mattresses Fine Quality White Cot- ton Mattress, in all sizes; covered in strong art tick- ing, well stuffed with roll edges. Reg. $8.95 $11.75, for _-- Real Red Tennesce Cedar Chests that will protect your clothes from moths. We have a large showing of these ranging in price Card Tables Good Quality Card Tables, cov- ered in Baize on a sturdy frame, finished in fumed color Regular $3.25, for, ea., $2.95 HZedcovers very choice colorings in high grade wool bed covers, all guar- anteced pure wool and finished with corded silk hinding, all shades to choose from. Size 70 x 84. Each, .....n:s tan Size 60 x 80, Each, isin as 63 King St. East . LUKE FURNITURE CO. Phone 79 y r v r y y ' " A = Christmas Blankets Satin bound, assorted colored plaids, in a fine quality pure wool, large size. $7.45 Thursday, Another Great Day of Money Saving Values Shop here! You will be delighted fo see how far your Christmas Gift Money will go--Savings A WEEK OF SALES * Phos Orders Filled in every department of the store, S------ Christmas Tablecloths 2 x 214 yards, all pure linen, in a nice assortment of patterns. Extra Special. $3.50 Kimonas Boy'sand Girl's ABC Blocks Gift Mechanical Mother and Daughter Re- Trai ported Missing But Found at Neighbor's Winnipeg, Man, Dec.' 6--Four men and 2 boy of seven years miss ing is the human toll exact y t scvere blizzard which raked th south and western sections of Al berta yesterday. ears r the safety of a mother and dar I also had been feported m | dispelled late "this aftern ers found then [4 Stationery In a very pretty container. A good range of colors. A very pretty gift. 35¢ Annual A well bound book with a lot of good reading. $1.25 Brocaded Corduroy, jin a full range of colors, well made. Each, $6.95 Nicely put up in a neat box. A splendid gift for the chil- dren. Box, 75¢ LEE OIREEOTRIS MRR TERRE TRL RERRS REINER FN Yn RN WW E-4 aw ¥ " Christmas Lanehl Sets i Cloth and 4 Serviettes with colored Lorder and hemstitched, all pure linen. $1.95 Si ee Nl RTRSY En eh Fancy Christmas Linens Embroidered det a eh Bring the Children to See Santa Claus on Friday, in the Mor- ning from 9.30 to 11.30 and in the Afternoon from 2to 2.30 | #2 BER centres lace trimmed. been restored fo nor lines, branch roads an n blizzard -swent 4 Specially priced from 29¢ to $6.00 -- RE eh 8 4