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\ The Oshawa Daily Reformer Che Oshawa Daily Times VOL. 3--NO. 147 BPRS SI RT : (OSHAWA, ONTARIO, MONDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1928 10 Cents a Week; 2 Cents a Copy. Second Section--Pages 11 to 20 KING GEORGE MAINTAINS IM WOMEN, GHILDREN | EARTHQUAKE AND TIDAT WAVE TOOK TOLL OF LIVES Quarter Million Dollar Pro- perty Damage in Philippine Province City (Oable Service to The Times by The Canadian Press) Maalls, Dec. 24.--The toll of the earthquake and tidal wave last Wednesday at Cotabato, capital of the Pbiliippine province of , that name. today stood at four dead, 102 injured and property damage of $260.000, The city of Cotabato was said to have been completely de- stroyed. The quake came during the night and many houses collaps- ed. Fire broke out, but it was soon under control, A tidal wave foliowed, flooding the eity and surronnding avea. Co- tabato, a seaport with a population of more than 4,000 was practically destroyed in 1876 by the eruption of the Macaturin volcano. CANADA RESTORES PENNY POSTAGE, BRITAIN PLEASED Premicr's Christmas Message Carries Words of Stronger Imperial Tie London, Dec. 24.--Aanounce- ment by Premier W, L. Mackenzie King of the restoration of the penny postage rate from Canada to the remainder of the British Em- pire, is hailed with extreme satis- faction in Britain. : n the first place the move will bring the welcome increase in eor- respondence from Canada to Bri- tain as well aE hiber. parts of the Empire and will" be a great incen- tive to many influential bodies which are urging a similar course on the British government, Begins Tomorrow Ottawa, Dec. 24,--Penny post- age from Canada to all parts of the British Empire will be restored on Christmas Day, A message from Premier Mackenzie King to King George bearing the Christmas greeting of Government and people of Canada to his Majesty announces the reduction in the postal rates. The message was sent by the Prime Minister to the Governor- General, who, with Viscountess Willingdon, is spending Christmas at the Citadel, in Quebec City, with the request that it be cabled to King George. It went forward to Buckingham Palace this morn- ing. "Never have the minds and hearts of the British peoples everywhere been drawn more closely together," said the message after stating the "we join our prayers to those of all parts of the Empire for the complete restoration of your Ma- jesty to health and strength." As Enduring Expression "We have felt that at this Christ- mas season we should like on the part of Canada to give enduring expression to this oneness of feel- ing, and to the nearness of the re- lationship of our country to all other parts of your Majesty's do- minions," the message contipues, "We have decided, accordingly, on Christmas Day to restore the penny postage rate on communications from, Canada to all parts of the British Empire." Canada thus is leading the way in bringing back the two-cent post- age rate within the Empire, which was discontinued when the war broke but. Premier King, in mak- ing public the message, said it was the confident hope of the Govern- ment that the lowering of the rate would encourage communication between Camada and the other countries, and thereby foster greater unity and a better under- standing among the peoples who make up the British Empire, WAS | THEME IN WHITBY CHURCHES, SUNDAY f Beporter) Whitby, Dee. 24. -- Christmas Sunday was observed in all Jocal churches yesterday with 'special services, and lafge songtegations were present. In many instances special music was rendered by the choirs 'and was much appreciatel. The Christmas theme was also prominent in the Sunday school sessions, as was evidenced by the singing of well known carols. Turkeys, it is said, are scarce. Curious how things always become scarce when people want to buy them Ottawa Journal. Condition of Arci.ibishop of Canterbury Reported Suffering from Internal In. flammation in Region of the Liver -- Pain is Sub- siding, Doctor's Bulletin Says, But Distinguished Patient Must Remain in Bed for Several Days (Cable Service to The Times by Canadian Press) London, Dec. 24 --Most Rev, Cos- mo Gordon Lang, newly enthroned Archbishop of Canterbury, was ill to- day from an attack of internal in- flammation. It was announced that he would have to remain in bed some days. Sir Hugh Rigby, surgeon, who had been in attendance of King George was summoned to the primate's bed- side, 'and two bulletins were issued on his condition, yesterday, The bulle- tin issued this morning said "The archbishop's pain is less today. In- flammation, which is in the region of the liver, appears to be subsiding." Canterbury, England, Dec, 24--The newly enthroned Archbishop of Can- terbury became suddenly ill Sunday from en attack of internal inflamma- tion. A hurried call was sent to London for Sir Hugh Rigby, the surgeon who recently operated on King, and who is still in daily atten- dance at Buckingham Palace, . Churchmen and citizens here were much surprised, for, though the Pri- mate of the Church of England had been ill for a day or two, no infor- mation had reached the public pre- viously that he was seriously indis- posed, The fact that it was found advisable to summon the surgeon of the King and to issue two bulletins from the Arhcbishop's Palace told them that the matter was serious. Doctor's Bulletin Dr. Whitehead Reid, the regular medical attendant of the Archbishop, issued the 'plowing bulletin after he had called in Sir Hugh Rigby. "The Archbishop is suffering from an attack of internal inflammation, which will make it necessary for him to remain in bed for some days" He issued another bulletin, say- ing: The Archbishop has passed a moderately comfortable day, with some sleep, The inflammation re- mains the same. The Primate was sufficiently well last Friday to attend: a meeting at Buckingham Palace of the State Counsellors, With members of the Royal fam- ily and others, he had been appoint- ed to this body, which acts for the | King during his illness, Although the Primate had suffered slight periodic attacks of pain for some days, it was only after dinner last night that he became seriously ill, and that the internal inflamma- tion developed, News of his illness was conveyed to Buckingham Palace by the Rev. L. J. Percival, the domestic chaplain to the King, It came as a surprise because he had seemed quite well to those of the household who had seen him on Friday. FORMER MAYOR OF BOWNANVILLE DIES Archie Tait Succumbs to Iliness at the Age of 72 "Years Bowmanville, Dee, 24. -- Archie Tait, former mayor, died early Sunday noon, after an illness of about ten days, aged 72 years, Mr. Tait conducted a grocery business and was one of the oldest merch- ants in town. He served several years in the town council before being elected mayor, which office he held for several years. He was a charter member of the Chamber of Commerce and was 8 one time its president. In poli- tics- he was a staunch Cobserva- tive and at various times was hon- ored wth the highest offices in the town and county Comservative associations. He was one of the oldest members of St. John's Ans- lican church, being at the time of his death one of the sidesmen. ORGANIST HONORED Whither Dee Sale Forey Sal- mon, * organist and i leader St Andrew's Presybterian church, was presented with 2 set of gold cuff links and a handsome music case last Friday might on the occa- sion of the annual Sunday School entertainment, DR. WILLIAMSON DIES - , {By Canadian Press) Kingston, Dec. 24.--Dr. Archi- bald R. B. Williamson, eminent specialist, died early today at his home here. He was professor of obstetries in Queen's Medical Col" to be Much Better Today REPORTS OF BIG WHEAT SUPPLIES MAKE PRICES SAG (By Canadian Press) Chicago, Dec, 24.--Persistant bearish reports regarding big sup- plies of wheat to come from the southern hemisphere gave some- thing of a downward trend to wheat prices early today, On the other hand the actual amount of wheat on ocean passage showed decided curtailment, Opening unchanged to 4 cents lower, wheat declined a little all around, Corn, oats and provisions likewise were easier, with corn starting unchanged to 3% cents off, and subsequently underzoing a slight general setback. SEND GREETINGS T0 THOSE HELD IN THE ARCTIC REGION Radio Branch of the Federal Government to Send Best Wishes Via the Air (By Canadian Press) Ottawa, Dec. 24,--Christmas greetings to Hudson Bay ships frozen in the ice of the Arctic will be extended from the Capital to- morrow by the radio branch of the department of marine, Yuletide wishes of government radio head- guarters will be broadcast also to their five stations in the Canadian north and two missing exploration parties of Baker Lake at the head of Chesterfield Inlet, and at Mis- taken Bay on the side of Hud- son Bay, Three Hudson Bay ships held in the Arctic for the winter are the "Baymaud," and "Fort Ames." In Coronation Gulf and the "Stroch" at Lengton Bay, Five northern ra- dio stations to whom greetings will be sent are at Nottingham Island, Cape Hope's Advance, Burwell, Fort Churchill and Mile 356, Hud- son Bay Railway. SPARKLING REDS AND GREENS ARE INEVERY WINDOW Dolls and Teddy Bears and Charming Contortionists Are Doing Their Stunts Every shop window in Oshawa is resplendent in Yuletide finery, Jewel-like and glittering with sparkling reds and greens, the holiday backgrounds bring every- one to look. New beauties in trees and bells and sparkling things--every Cana- dian plant or bush that wears green or red has been reproducea to fit the gay landscape of the Osh- awa windowland Snowy trees have been made glitteringly lovelier by the addition of diamond-dust and silver threads and Santa Claus nods his head and smiles his smile from behind 2 cosy red fireplace or peeping from behind some gaily. laden tree Dolls and teddy bears and ever, mechanical toy are doing their stunts, Santa Claus seems to have brought a great mumber of love- able little contraptions with him from the North Pole. Lavish decorations of bolly and green are everywhere. Everyone must know this is the Merry Christmastime, JACK FROST MADE WHITBY A REAL FAIRIES' ABODE Whitby, Dec. 24.--~The town and its environs was a veritable fairy- choir | land this morning with every tree, shrub and fence outlined in Jack Frost's tracery. The spectacle was one which aroused a feeling of zest, especially as the sum shone bright from a clear blue sky and caused the ice particles to giltter like diamonds. There is prospect that December 25, 1928, will not be 2 green Christmas after all, bu. the prophecy of the Weatherman seems doubtful. The United States Federal Radio Commission has refused Canada more radio waves. Who owns the lege for the past 15 years. He fs survived by his widow, one son and | ARE REMOVED FROM BRITISH LEGATION Other Legations Seek British Aid to Take Residents to Safety (By Associated Press) New Delhi, India, Dec, 24,--Fol- lowing evacuations of women afd children from the British Legation at Kabul, Afghanistan, threatened by rebels, other legations in Kabul have sought British assistance. Aeroplanes which took the first parties from 'Kabul to Peshawar on tant, today were dispatched from men and children, It is reported that for three days, the British Legation was {isolated between rebel and royal forces, Re~ bels have heen repulsed from the close vicinity of the legation, It is thought Queen Souri Ya and the Queen Mother have gone to Kan- dahar, A report that King Aman- ullah also fled to Kandahar is met with growing disbelief, Rescue Women . London, Dec, 24--It was confirmed in official circles Sunday that, with the consent of the Afghanistan Gov- ernment, the British and Indian wo- men and children at the British Leg- aation at Kabul had been evacuated to Kaudahar by aeroplanes, which covered the distance of 160 miles in 90 minutes, It was said that the Chief Coms- missioner of the northwest frontier Province had made plans for their entertainment, Although there was no confirma~ tion here of the reports of the flight of the King and Queen of Afghani- stan from Kabul to Kandahar, the Government's consent to evacuation of women and children from the British Legation may suggest that the situation is likely to be uncertain for some 'time. No definite view of the course of cvents in the country could be essayed here, Officials Relieve New Delhi, British India, Dec, 24.-- News that British women and chil- dren had been evacuated from the British Legation at Kabul, and had arrived at Peshawar brought great relief here Sunday. The reports said that those re- moved from the Afghan Capital num- bered twenty, consisting of seven Europeans, four women and three children and thirteen Indians, of whom four were wives of officials, 'four were maids, and five children. Royal Family is Complete, First Time in Ten Years (Cable Service To The Times By Canadian Press) London, Dec, 24.--The en- tire family of the King will be together at Christmas for the first time in ten years. It is also ten years since Christmas was spent in Lon, don instead of at Sand- ringham, The celebration will necessarily be a subdued one as the King is still too weak to take any part.in the tha Indian frontier, 160 miles dis- Peshawar to evacuate foreign wo-g seasonable festivitics and because anxiety has not yet been wholely removed, NSPEGTOR SHOT DOING KINDNESS FOR RUMRUNNER Prisoner Brings a Revolver| from His Pocket Instead of , Cigarette (By Canadian Press) El Paso, Texas, Dec, 24,--Tom Morris, customs inspector, was dead today because he temporarily dropped his guns to oblige a liquor runner who asked permission to roll a cigarette before being hand- cuffed, Morris and Inspector Rogers last night arrested two men who had liquor in their car, One of the prisoners was handcuffed but the other asked for a smoke before be- ing shackled, Instead of bringing tobacco from his pocket, he brought a revolver, killed Morris, wounded Rogers and escaped over the Mexi- can border, CHICAGO CRIME (By Canadian Press) Chicago, Déc, 24--Gangsters, rack- ateers and highwaymen gouged 527 notches on their pistol butts this year, Last year they carved 476. The 527 slayings for the fiscal year end- ed December 1, statistics compiled by the Coroner show, are nearly half the number of deaths caused by auto- mobiles in Cook county, Last Awful Rush of the Last Awful Day is on in Ear- nest and Price Today is No Object for the Worried Ones -- World is Stand ing on th> Brink of Christ mas and Tonight Chim- .ing Bells Ring Out the Message of Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All Men Pa Last minute shoppers, looking da- zed but determined filled the Osh- awa stores today in the last awful rush of the Christmas shopping sea son, Today there is mo welcome mews of "any" more days to shop. Today is the last awful day. Tonight is the last awful might. s were on the streets and throngs were in the con sulting lists of this or , hurry- ing onward, ever onward. Three Deep Counters which displayed such ever-useful articles as handkerchiefs for both sexes, socks or ties, were besieged by crowds standing three- deep; and toyland was filled with the most ecstatic buyers for toys are unusually attractive things to choose. One tall young man was hesitat- ing at the section devoted to wo- men's scarves. For many long min- utes he waited while 2 woman hand- led 2 scarf of a lovely sky-blue hue; and eventually his vigil was awarded when she threw it down and departed. He bought the article at onc, with a relieved look on his It is estimated that a quarter of a million dollars will be spent in Osh- awa today ere the doors of the shops are locked tonight and the weary staffs drag their weary feet home- ward. Prices on the "last awful day" do 4 mot count for much--something must air anyway?--Braniford Expositor. |be bought and this is Christmas eve.! king. Last Minute Shoppers, Dazed and Determined, Throng Oshawa Stores J Everywhere today one sensed the joyous anticipation of the great and glorious Christmas day--the day of surprises and jollity and cheer. it A happy spirit pervaded the throngs. They were quite willing to take something else, if what they wanted were not available. And they departed loaded with holly-covered boxes, for once not minding very much if the stores were crowded; for a busy evening was ahead of them, and they were filled with the all-pervading" excitement of Christ- mas time. In many stores the pretty sales- women acted as models for fastidi- ous youths who wanted costume jewelry for the young ladies dear to their hearts. In other stores the last "fixens" of the Christmas dinner were being bought--turkeys, cranberries, plum puddings, mince pies, Everywhere the last shoppers were about and too busy to talk--buying. was all they thought of. Balls of gaily colored string, and paper of green and red had a big . Perhaps there was mothing as 44 to put in them--but what a re- i 8 to One's mind to have plenty o seals and wr; mater on hand Florists' od glowed wonderful flowers--all high priced, but a gift sure to please. And thou- sands of pounds of candy were be- ing wrapped up for the last-minute ones. On the Threshold And tonight the world stands on the threshold of Christmas. Santa claus will swoop down the chimneys of Oshawa homes tonight-- whether swept or unswept; he will emerge without a speck of soot op his whiskers. : Tonight and tomorrow the word will pass from lip to ear--"A Merry Christmas." And the more learned ones will say Jt "Tes Compliments de la Sai- son, But in: whatever language it signi- fies that the world is wishing every- one a happy day and is 2 sign that peace and good will to all men is the spirit today. Tonight the Christmas bells ring es His Majesty --United Family at Far-flung Empire returned to the Palace today. Had Quiet Night London, Dee, 24--King George's physicians this morning issued the following bulletin: "King George had a quiet night, Local conditions continue to show progress. General condition remains unchanged." Gloucester Arrives London, Dee, 24.--The Duke of Gloucester arrived at Buckingham Palace today completing his trip from East Africa, where he -had been hunting when King George was taken il. Prince Goes a-Hunting London, Dec, 24.--The Prince of Wales wént hunting today with the Quorn Hounds, the first time he has been in the field since his re- turn from Africa, 'The recent im- provement in the King's condition was stated to have warranted his going afield. Favorable Tenor London, Dec. 24.--A new and favorable note was sounded in the only medical bulletin on the condi- tion of the King issued from the Palace Sunday. Hitherto nothing had been said during the long illness about what nourishment His Majesty was tak- ing, although the persistence of fever with the accompanying great weakness and exhaustion had, un- til the past week, told its own tale. Now the physicians are able, with the continuance of favorable if slow progress, to announce the wel: come sign of a return of appetite with better sleep, two of the most important factors in building up the strength of their patient. The visit of the doctors in the evening at Buckingham Palace was comparatively short. At 8.45 p.m, they issued a bulletin saying: "The King's progress is following a fav- orable though slow course. The amount and quality of sleep are satisfactory and there is less dis- inclination to take nourishment." It was signed by Sir Stanley Hew- itt, Lord Dawson of Penn and the surgeon, Sir Hugh Rigby. Continue Violet Bays Use of the ultra violet ray treat- ment continued yesterday, from which it was inferred that it is hav- ing a beneficial effect. Many hundreds of persons watch- ed the changing of the guard at the Palace yesterday morning and after church many walked to the bulletin board which still held the terse announcement of last even- ing. The physicians who signed last might's bulletin held a brief consultation this morning but me formal statement was issued. The Prince of Wales, with his brothers and sister, and Queen Mary, attended a service in the Palace chapel. tireat satisfaction was felt at Buckingham Palace last night over the progress of the King, more es- pegially as it was understood that he is mow sleeping maturally with- out the necessity of sedatives. Bulletin Interpreted London, Dec. 24.--Last night's bulletin on the condition of the King is generally interpreted as follows: It indicates more definitely tham the last one, or two bulletins, that the King's illness is pursuing the course which the doctors had hop- ed for and anticipated. It is a favorable bulletin, be- cause it is conceded that as long as progress, however, slow, can be re- ported, the King is progressing as well as can be expected. The referemce to nourishment and sleep fs the most important and satisfactory featdire of the bul- letin, as it indicates the King fs now beginning gradually to buile up his strength. out the message of the mew born The fact that the King is able to Slow Prog Depths of Grave Illness Favorable Signs for Recovery Reported in Latest Bulletin -- General Condition is Satisfactory Fr is Making ress From Buckingham Palace for the Christmas Holidays--Duke of Glouces- ter Last Son to Arrive from Distant Part of (Cable Service to The Times by Canadian Press) London, Dec, 24--King George was doing probably as well as could be expected today in a slow progress from the depths into |8 which hig-grave illness had plunged him and there was an united family at Buckingham Palace for the Christmas holiday, The last of the three sons who were in distant parts of the far flung Enfpire when the King was stricken more than a month ago, The arrival of the Duke of Glouces- ter, a fortnight after the Prince of Wales, and a few days after his younger brother Prince George, completed the family party. Making Progress The Duke reached the Palace in the middle of the forenoon to- day, shortly before the doctors issued their bulletin, which said the King had had a quiet night, with the local condition showing pro- gress and his general condition unchanged, Favorable signs indicating that the King is making progress continue, Yesterday it was stated officially that His Majesty showed less disinclination to take nourishment, food taken by the King was mostly milk, supplied from the Royal Farm at Windsor, where the famous herd of Mileh cows is main- tained, Another favorable sign was the fact that only one bulletin was issued by the doctors yesterday. 3 It is understood that the What's Going On in Oshawa City Christmas Day The turkey trots the town today--but he's in the gravy tomorrow, Geese are at a premium in local shops, and even the lowly chicken will receive his share of atten- tion, for the real festive day of the year is at hand, While feasting .and merriment will be the keynote of the day, other things will not be lost to sight. Members of all the Anglican and Roman *Catho- lic 'churches in the city will obserye their usual Christmas Day services, in the morning. The day has been chosen by the Oshawa Curling club for the inauguration of curling on their new artificial ice surface, and' the Mason trophy, donated by F. Mason for annual competition will be presented. Outdoor sports, motoring and other diver- sions will be the choice of other residents of the city. sleep without sedatives is bound to be an important factor in the long process of regaining his strength, Increased Confidence There has been a decided in- crease in the atmosphere of confi- dence at the Palace and in the op- timism of the public regarding the outcome. The crowds before the Palace railings were augmented be- cause many hundreds of school children on their way home for the holidays. took the opportunity to gather there and read the bulletin and witness the changing in the guard. When the Grenadiers re- lieved the Coldstreams the Grena- diers' band played in the forecourt, POLICE CAR HAS SERIOUS GRASH IN HURRY CALL Officers Proceed to Home of Patrick Farrel and Make an Ausrest While answering a hurry call to the home of Patrick Farrell, Hor- top street, the car of the Oshawa police department figured in collis- ion with another machine on Sim- coe street north, Saturday night. The police car was being driven morth by Detective Sergt. McGee accompan- ied by Sergt. Bowman and J. C. Boothe. The other machine was a- head and without giving any warn- ing the driver attempted to turn west into a side street. He left no room to pass by and as a result both cars collided . with considerable damage. No one was injured. Make Arvest The police were not deterred from their mission but proceeded to Far- rell"s home. The latter was arrested and brought before Magistrate Hind to answer a charge of assulting his wife Mary Farrell, who was admitted | if the to the Oshawa Hospital Saturday night suffering from severe bruises sustained it is alleged in an alt PROVEMENT b RAGGED STRANGER COLLAPSES WHILE HEARING SERMON Woodstock Congregation is Given Opportunity to Dem. onstrate Christmas Spirit . (By Canadian Press) Woodstock, Dec, 24--Following a Christmas sermon in Central United church last night the congregation was given an opportunity to demon- starte the Christmas spirit in a prac. tical way. A ragged . stranger had slipped quietly into a rear pew, and collapsed from exhaustion and hun» er, When he was revived he was pro- vided with food and clothing ahd proved to be a war veteran who told a pitiful story of tramping in search of work. He is being cared for at a local hotel until he recovers strength and the local branch of the Canadian Legion has interested itself in his case, PRE-CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS END IN COURT Magistrate Hind Hands Out Several Fines to Those Who Overstepped the Law Pre-Christmas celebrating had uns fortunate results for several Oshawa citizens who appeared in police court and pleaded guilty to charges of drunkenness. Michael Lawler, who had an argument with a police of- ficer Saturday night while conduct. ing an inebriated friend to his home, was quite contrite when he was charged with obstructing a peace officer, He pleaded guilty and Magistrate Hind was disposed to len- iency, fining him $10 and costs, Twenty Dollar Tune John Patterson, who was taken in custody on Sunday, regretted that he had been intoxicated to the tune of $20 and costs, His Worship warned him that a second offence 'would necessitate a much larger fine or jail term, First Offence Edward Little also was = accused with being intoxicated and paid =a fine of $20 and costs. This was his first offense. Heavy Fine Alex. Hunter had a previous con- vietion standing against him and for this reason was fined $200 and costs or two months in jail for being drunk on Saturday. Cash Not Looks Wm. Joyce, who was arrested last night for having liquor in an illegal place, was remanded until Friday, Dec. 28. He is arranging to get $500 bail. Joyce was out om ' bail for this amount last night but Mag- istrate Hind told him that, although the police' may have been influenced by his good looks, they would mot stand security for the court. CASH IS STOLEN FROM GLASS BROS. STORE ON SUNDAY Lone Prowler Suspected of Stealing Clothing--Used Skeleton Key A daring theft was performed on Simcoe street morth between a late hour Saturday night and early Sun- day morning when Glass Bros, store, credit clothiers, was entered and $15 was stolen from the cash register, It is also reported that a small quant- ity of goods was taken but this can- not be ascertained until this evening, the management states, until a check up is made of the stock inventorys The police are working on the case but so far are without a clue. According to the information given, entrance must have been se- cured through the rear entrance to the basement by means of a skele- ton key. Apparently the thief had then locked the door so that any policeman who might try it while on his beat would mot be given ground for suspicion. His mext step was fo reach the - store the basement and to do this the door leading from the basement was re- moved. P; Fortunately mnothi but small change had been left an the till and burglar 'expected to make a haul of the day's receipts he was doomed to disappointment. The t ts that a ladies' tion with her husband. Farrell fis being defended by J. P. Mangan and was released on 351,000 bail today, while he was also bound over to keep the peace.' manag D fur coat was also taken and also a man's overcoat but this suspicion will not be werified until later. It is thought that the burglary was the work of a lone night prowler.