Western Star (Corner Brook, N.L.), 1936-09-09

              The Western Star Vol. 37 Curling, Bay of Islands, Newfoundland, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 1936 No. 24 Ship Companies Face $126,500 Damage Action School Teachers Claim Dreams Of "Grand Pacific Cruise"—As Advertised—Were Shattered New York, Sept. 2—Five school teachers, who assert their dreams of a "grand Pacific cruise"—as advertise—were shattered, started a $126,500 damage suit against seven steamship and tourist corporations. Four were members of a party that returned to New York Saturday after a 60-day voyage to Cuba, Mexico, the west coast, Alaska and Hawaii on the Canadian National steamship Prince David. The fifth complainant, Marcel Zinman of Philadelphia, had had enough when he reached Vancouver July 24, and returned home by train. All of them said that during the trip they were "nauseated and suffered great distress and anguish." The complaint asserts that the food, quarters and prospective delights of the long cruise were not all that was promised. Canadian National steamship officials here expressed surprise that they were named as defendants. "The boat was under charter of the National Tourist Corporation and all we had to do with it was to man the ship," said the Canadian National steamship official. "Unless officers and crew were discourteous, I don't see what we have to do with it." Gas Explosion Traps 10 Men In Virginia Mine 2 BODIES RECOVERED Logan, W. Va.. Sept. 3—(AP)—A gas explosion trapped 10 men in the Macßeth mine of the Hutchinson Coal Company yesterday. Rescue crews, after removing bodies of two men, expressed little hope the other mising men survived the blast. Caused by Spark Mine officials expressed the opinion the explosion, deep in the mine, had been caused by a spark thrown from an electric motor used to haul cars of coal through the passageways.r Rescue crews from all sections of the rich bituminous fields in southern West Virginia were called to the mine. lit Miners Escape One hundred and ten miners escaped the blast, which company officials said apparently was confined to, a small section two miles from the mouth of the mine shaft. Television Witnessed By British Radio Fans London, Sept. 2—British radio enthusiasts witnessed practical demonstrations of television today which may presage a not distant future of "looking in." Two British-controlled companies are demonstrating their sight-andsound machines at "Radiolympia." For the next year the companies (Marconi-Electrical Musical Industries and Baird Television, Ltd.,) will "televise" at the Exhibition hall on alternative weeks, competing to have the v uuipment installed by the British Broadcasting Company. Performers talk and move in perfect synchronization on a screen nine by twelve inches, with the uninterrupted smoothness of movie motion and with strikingly similar appearance.The scenes being "telecast" for the exhibition audiences come from a station eight miles away where interior and exterior, stationary and moving scenes are reproduced with equal clarity. Mussolini's War Tone Speaking at Avellnno, Italy, the last Sunday in August, Premier <Q MussOlini state ' chat he could mobilise eight million men in the course of a few hours and after a simple order. MUST BE STRONG "We must be strong!" he said. "We mu.»t be always stranger! We must be si shr«n<? that we can face any evervhlftliVes and l ok directly in the t v w'.ial.ve. may befall!" The "Queen Mary" Established Round Trip Record. The Giant Liner Becomes Queen of the Atlantic The Cunard White Star liner "Queen Mary" in completing the eastward Atlantic passage in three jdays, 23 hours and 31 minutes, sur' passed every mark set by the French ' liner Normandie, and so became the undisputed queen to the seas. The giant British liner covered the 3029 miles of ocean between Ambrose Light, New York, to Bishop's Rock, on the English coast, at an average speed of 30.63 knots. The Normandie's best for the eastbound voyage was an average of 30.31 knots. With this new mark, the Queen Mary has captured the records for both the westward and eastward crossings in a single round trip. EAST RUN RECORD When the great Cunarder arrived in New York last Monday she had made the westward trip in four days seven hours. This gave her an average speed for the measured crossing of 30.01 knots against the Normandie's best in the same direction of 29.64. French line officials argued then the Queen Mary still was not entitled to the speed crown and cited the French boat's eastward run, after her maiden voyage to New York, when she averaged 30.31. The issue remained doubtful, even after a Cunard official pointed out that Atlantic titles were*never won on eastward crossings as a prevalent following wind and favourable tides invariably made for shorter time. This argument, however, has now been settled, and the Queen Mary Lord Mayor of London Opens C.N.R. Station Sir Percy Vincent Officiates At, Ceremony At London, Ont. London, Ont., Sept. 2—Tradition, centuries old, touched the modern transportation scene with touches of scarlet and gold yesterday when the Rt. Hon. Sir Percy Vincent, Lord Mayor of London, Eng., officially opened the new C. N. Railways Station, accompanied by his full  party, including Mace Bearer, Chief commoner, Sheriff and many other dignitaries, whose offices have gone down through history since the days of the Norman conquest. Upon his arrival in the city he was escorted to the London hotel where he was the guest of honour at the Canadian Club luncheon. After the luncheon Sir Percy and his party drove to the new depot. Throngs filled the street leading to the entrance, and it was estimated that some 8,000 people were present to see his Lordship cut the white ribbon across the station doors and afterwards unlock the main entrance with a golden key. Subsequently Sir Percy and party were escorted by W. A. Kingsland, Vice-President of the Central Region, on a tour of inspection throughout the station and in the group were some of the ranking officers of the region and the Canadian National Railways system. On the station platform the party was shown the largest streamlined steam locomotive in the worfd. No. 6400, recently produced by the National Railways. Sir Percy felt right at home in London, Ontario, when he purchased the first ticket from the station he had just opened. This was to Hyde Park, a municipality near the city and possibly it recalled to him that great recreation centre in the west end of the Empire capital. Mayor Kingsmlld sent the first telegram from the new station. Nfld Lady Arranges Own Programme For American Radio Broadcasts Miss Mabel Cobb, daughter of Mrs. Emily Cobb, of Grand Falls. Nfld., has been employed during the summer by the Yankee network and her voice has been frequently heard over the air. In many instances she has arranged and presented her own prolamines. Theodore Ccbb of Botwood a brother and Mrs. W. A. Taylor i ( Oiand Falls Is a sstcr, News Budgets by "Star" Writers TWIN TOWN NOTES * • . • * Port aux Basques and Channel * * » • By Our Correspondent • Miss Dulcie Herridge has returned to Heatherton to resume her duties as teacher. . o- Mrs. A. P. Carter of Botwood, is here on a visit to her sister, Mrs. Robert Pike. ——o  Miss, Margaret Pike, daughter of Mrs. C. Pretty has left for McKays to take over teaching duties. Mrs. O. Mrs. A. Scott and children, of North Sydney, are, on a visit to the old home town. Mr. Geo. Hickman left last Sunday for Bishop's Falls, where he will take over the duties as Professor of Languages.o  The stork recently paid a visit to James and Mrs. Currie. of Channel, and left them a juncing baby. Congratulations.Dr. Whiteway. of St. John's, paid a visit to the school on opening day and addressed the scholars with a very interesting talk. o—— Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, (nee Miss Greely) arrived by the s. s. Glencoe. Mr. Thomas is to resume his duties as Principal at St. James School. Best wishes are extended Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, who were married during the holidays. May the years bring them every success and happiness. o—— The teachers at St. James School this year are the same with the exception of Miss Blundon. Two new teachers have arrived for the United School. Mr. Richards is Principal, and Miss Noel replaces Miss Herridge. Miss Ford resumes the same duties this term. o— Mr. and Mrs. Brooks, (nee Mary Carter) and two children, left Friday morning en route to St. John's to take passage for Mr. Brook's home in Ireland, where they will in future reside. They were here visiting Mrs. Brooks' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Carter. Mr. Brooks is a veterinary surgeon and had many calls on his services while here. i o  Schools have re-opened again, and the results of the C.H.E. exams have been received. Susy Bragg and Veletta Herridge took Junior at St. James School and Hilda Bragg and Gladys Carew at the United School. Harold Lawrence won honours in the Intermediate Grade at St. James School. Seveia. others from both schools were successful in Grades VIII and IX. We extend congratulations to all on the success of their hard work. * HEATHERTON AND * * ROBINSONS NOTES * » • * By Our Correspondent • The weather has been very cold of late, and everything indicates a early fall. o  We extend congratulations to Miss Bernice McDonald on her success in passing exams. o  Mrs. R. G. Butt and Mrs. Dean Butt went to St. David's by Friday's express to spend the week end. o Miss D. M. Herridge arrived by the express on Sunday, and opened the United Church school on Wednesday. ——o  Miss Ethel Mac Donald arrived by Wednesday's express. She is to teach in the R. C. school during the coming year. o—— Mrs. George Butt recently had the pleasure of celebrating her 79th birthday anniversary. She has been an invalid for four years. o  On Tuesday evening we had a visit from Rev. A. Holmes, who was accompanied by Rev. Dr. Wallace. Service was held in the U. C. school, and afterwards was followed by a hot supper served by the ladies. We hope J n be favoured with a visit from Dr. Wallace again noxt cummer. • CODROY VALLEY NOTES • • • • By Our Correspondent ♦ • •♦#♦♦ •»•••• Gerard Patry of Cape Anguille returned from a trip to Corner Brook. o  Capt. John Hiscock of Sydney is at Codroy with a schooner load of coal. o  Miss Hilda Young of Codroy returned to Portugal Cove to resume teaching. o  Mr. George Anthony, wife and family of Woody Head, have moved to Codroy Pond. An- enjoyable party was held in the Catholic school at Codroy on Tuesday night. o—— Mr. Rubbart Moore returned to Sydney where he will be employed at carpenter work. o— Arthur Mclsaac returned to his home at Doyles after spending some time at Corner Brook. o  Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Saul Hilliard of Codroy on the death of their baby girl, age twomonths.o  Miss Irene Sheaves returned to Port aux Basques after spending a pleasant vacation at the home of Mr. Isaac Lomond at Codroy. —_-o • The American yacht "Karluk" owned by Mr. George G. Williams of Hartford, Conn., was in port at Codroy for several days. She is bound south. o—— In last week's notes one item should have read "Mr. Wm. Blanchard" instead of Mr. Peter Blanchard,' to be visiting relatives at St. An-- drews. Regret this error. o After a hard day's work clearing land on the premises of Mrs. E. Gale, of Upper Perry, an enjoyable party was held that night, which made even the workers forget the toil of the day. —o  A farewell party was given Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Martin, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Leudee at Mac Dale. Quite a crowd assembled at the lively party to say au revoir to their friends who left by Friday's express for Waltham, U.S.A. o . Mr. and Mrs. John Mclsaac and two children, who were visiting relatives, and friends at Doyles and O'Regans, left by Friday's express for their home at New Waterford. N.S. o Mrs. Edward O'Connell and three children returned to Sydney by Wednesday's express. Mrs. Obet Hamm and son returned also. While here they were guests of their brother Mr. Wm. McLellan of Codroy. Just before leaving they were given a farewell party at the home of their brother Mr. Alexander McLellan at Downeys, which proved to be one of the jolliest affairs of the season. The seven brothers and sisters assembled were a hearty bunch, their combined weight making a substantial total of 1377 pounds. • HOWLEY NOTES * • • • By Our Correspondent * The men are doing good work on the Orange Hall. ——o  The partridge berries are very plentiful here this season. —o  Mrs. R. Gillard arrived from Corner Brook, with her new Infant daughter, by Friday evening's train. M/a. Clark arrived by the Overland Limited, Sunday night, on a visit to her brother, Mr. Mark Janes. o Mr. Freeman Reader made a short visit here on Sunday. He returned tc Coiner Brook by the Overland Limited. * Miss Lulu Hicks left for Ottawa by the express Friday morning, where she will enter hospital to train in the nursing profession. • ST. GEORGE'S NOTES * • • • By Our Correspondent • The Revenue cutter Maryita spent a day in port. _—o>— The motor schooner Toronto M. is discharging coal at Sandy Point. o— Head Const. Morrissey was a visitor to Corner Brook during the week end. o—— M. F. Wadden, representing a New York drug firm, spent a few days here. ——o  Rev. Walter Brennan of St. Teresa's was a visitor here during the week. Dr. Dome Hiscock, eye specialist, spent a few days here, and did quite a business. —o  Mrs. A. Shears of Jefferys, and Mrs. Isaac McKay of Middle Barachois, spent a few days here. Mr. William Gibbons of Buchans, visited here during the week, and was a guest at the White House. —o  Mrs. Percy Pieroway of Gloucester, who had been visiting friends and relatives returned by Friday's express.o Mr. H. D. Suckling, manager of the Bank of Montreal, St. John's paid an informal visit here, accompanied by Mrs. Suckling. o The annual R. C. garden party took place here during the week. Considering conditions and the number away from home, there was a fairly good attendance. - o ' A very pleasing event took place at St. Michael's Convent on Saturday, the occasion being the Silver Jubilee of Rev. Mary DeSales, Superior of St. Michael's Convent. A large number of Sisters from the different parts of the Diocease and St. John's, were in attendance. Holy Mass was celebrated by His Excellency the Rt. Rev. H. T. Renouf at 9 a.m. and Benediction at 3 p.m. in the Convent Oratory. Many were the congratulatory messages received by the Jubilarian from all parts of the country, showing the love and esteem that she is held in by all who have ever came in contact with her. May she long live to carry on that useful life that God has destined for her, and the blessing of having the privilege of enjoying her Golden Jubilee.DOINGS OF THE DONS AT PORT AUX BASQUES * (By Donk) • Since I have started looking up old friends and incidentally making a lot of new ones I have got a wonder insight into human nature—During the week I called on Ulrick—and believe me he was one wild eyed man and as I without ceremony opened the door he'struck the table one resounding whack that spattered ink all over a letter which he had been laboring on—l told him a package of salts* of lemon would square him with his wife but nothing short of a good hot fire would square him with the proposed recipient of the letter—Ulrick is a man of principle and it was this principle which so aroused his ire and crowded all the Irish of his ancestors to the surface—Having cooled off some he told me his problem—lt had to do with a hypocrite—A person who .did not directly say that Ulrick was guilty of an indiscretion but to a crony he asked if there was any truth in the rumor—which incidenttally originated in his own brainless cranium—The rumor shortly became a fact and there stood Ulrick weeping with rage because of the fact that he was powerless to hit back and push the lie down the throat of the hypocrite—Sed I if I were a Judge and given the power a hypocrite would get less hearing and a shorter shift than a murderer—Sed he a man may comit murder on the spur of the moment and not be responsible for the action but a hypocrite uses what Is left over of his narrow drained out sponge to sow a seed that may grow to alarming proportions but sed he I feel a satisfaction in the belief that in the final analysis the mills of the gods that grind so exceedingly fine will gather all hypocrits within its drum and if there is such a place as hell lets hope there is installed the latest system of oil burning machines especially for hypocrits—Hypocrits are found in all walks of life and are not confined to any sex—lt is the sort of thing that wrecks friendships and families and often when the truth does come out it is too late—Hypocrisy to my mind too Is one of the greater sins and if this type of individual could be conveniently wiped off the earth this old world would be a far better place to live on. Girl Guide Notes Ist Curling Company Hi! Folks Just put on your spectacles and read about our meeting last week. As usual we began with prayers after thirty-nine Guides, including four from Corner Brook, formed the cartwheel. A half hour patrol comers followed during which time Guides were chosen for the new patrol. Captain came along with a bean, hair-pin and a piece of wool in her hand to show the patrols. She told them to go outside and see how many of these articles they could find. The leaders stayed behind for a short Court-of-Honour. Captain blew a "Rally" and everybody came tumbling into the hall. Jean Barrett of the Red Rose Patrol had the most articles with Agnes Marshall of the Pansy Patrol a close second. The new patrol was then formed with Muriel Sheppard P.L. and Jane Curtis second. They choose the "Thistle" for their emblem. Roll call and horseshoe formation occupied the next few minutes. Now for some games—The ball game first then "Crows, Cranes and Crabs" were- played with much laughing and shouting. The crows won. "Fox and Birds" was played next. Vivia Barrett of the Thistle Patrol (the foxes were afraid of the thistles) won. Our Guide Anthem and Taps brought our meeting to a close. A Court-of-Honour was held after the meeting. This Thursday there will be an enrolment and also campflre so Guides come prepared. —FORGET-ME-NOT P.L. Commission Meeting Press communique of the one hundred and sixty-fifth meeting of the Commission of Government held in the Colonial Building on Thursday, Sept. 3rd, 1936 at 10 a.m. His Excellency the Governor presided.At the request of His Excellency the Governor, Sir John Hope Simpson, C.1.E., was in attendance. His Excellency the Governor administered the Oaths of Allegiance and of Office to Mr. Robert Benson Ewbank, CJ3.1.. CLE. A resolution of appreciation of the work performed by Sir John Hope Simpson as a member of the Commission of Government and Commissioner for Natural Resources, moved by the Commissioner for Public Health and Welfare and supported by the Commissioner for Home Affairs and Education, was "adopted. The Commissioner for Public Health and Welfare and Home Affairs and Education on behalf of the Commission df Government, welcomed Mr. R. B. Ewbank as a member of the Commission. Suitable acknowledgments were made by Sir John Hope Simpson and Mr. EWbank. The recommendation of the Acting Commissioner for Finance that the ports of Deer Lake and Robinsons should be closed as Ports of Entry, was confirmed. Various matters affecting internal administration were discussed. Meeting adjourned at 11.30 a.m. Herring Curers Form Association and Elect Executives MEETING HELD AT CURLING Chairman Fisheries Board Presided ~-—— The Fishery Board having expressed a desire to meet the herring curers of Bay of Islands, a meeting for that purpose took place in Curling last Tuesday night. R. Gushue, in attendance. The meeting consisted of a large number of herring Chairman of the Fisheries Board was curers and other citizens interested in. the industry. Mr. Gushue acted as chairman and explained the object of the meeting. There was then a general discussion from which it was quite plain that' there was much dissatisfaction with the former policy governing the herring industry, particularly in the marketing of the goods. Mr. Gushue thought that if an association of herring curers was formed, with its own executive, the Fisheries Board would be pleased to deal with the industry and the curers through that executive and the association. That suggestion was acted upon, and the following men were elected as the executive: G. G. Sheppard, Geo. Allen, M. G. Basha, W. Loader, T. J. Dunphy, Jas. Furlong, E. T. Basha. We understand the old Herring Board is to be disolved; and it is proposed to form similar associations in other herring producing centres. Mr. Gushue then announced that it was being considered by the Board to bring an experienced man from New York to advise the methods of cure and pack that were required to meet tne demands of the market. We understand it is not the intention of the Fisheries Board to fix prices or control sales in connection with this year's operations unless necessity for such action should arise. Applications for licenses to pack Scotch Cure herring must be in the hands of the Fisheries Board by next Tuesday, 15th inst.. and after that the quota will be set for this season's pack. There is yet, so we understand, a portion of last year's East Coast pack still unsold, but it is expected this will have gone into consumption before any of this season's pack reaches the market. Notre Dame Academy Presentation Convent Grand Falls C.H.E. EXAM RESULTS The following is a complete list of the successful candidates in the recent C. H. E. Exams. Names in order of merit. GRADE XI: Matthew Blackmore, Donald Quinlan, Angela McKenzie, Gerald Whelan, Carmel Davis, Eileen Harvey, Anita Jackman, Gertrude O'Keefe, Loretta Browne, Dorothy McHugh. Nine of these secured honors.GRADE X: Michael Murphy, Sheila Grace, Patricia Davis, Wilfred Griffin, Patricia Healey. Genevieve Wall, Margaret Clatney, Bertran Anstey, Alicia McKenzie. GRADE IX: Arthur Hennessey. Jack Byrd, Patricia Quinlan, Cornelius Connors, James Morris. Claude Griffin, Geraldine Gardner, Nancy O'Flynn, Ruth Kelly, Thomas Dunphy, Jerome Maloney, Irene Duggan, Dermot McHugh, Regina Browne, Julia Wall, James Sullivan, Anita Hennessey, Kevin Browne. Charles Shallow, Ronald Jackman: Gerald Matthews. Peter Cashin. GRADE VIII: Lucy Browne, Marie Healey, Nina Foley, Mary Browne. Monica Davis, Gertrude McKenzie, Patricia McCarthy, Sheila Crawley. Kevin Griffin, Maurice Glavine. Billie Power, Rita Whalen, Nellie Jackman, Kevin Anstey, Mary Blackmore, Edward Quinlan, Clam Clatney, Pauline Hennessey, Raymond Dunne, George Wtnslow. Mary Wall, Mary ffewer. This gives a total of fl passes out of 65 with Ml distinctions. Congratulations!DEVOTED TO TBB DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY OF NEWFOUNDLAND BSPBIBENTING THE LOCAL INTERESTS OF TBI WIST COAST OV Till ISLAND