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l alleged passing over v jevering one and body mangllng the

_ anti ‘Jfioii ' Ilifiriiiilf Ieiiiinflliliie”?

"ONDAY H _ lN-IOYED — At the inlet. James Church iii ' "theiewas an ex-

are They" given in excellent voice b! Mr.‘ (Dr.) ‘hylor o! New York Ibo is always listened u» with Reflect pleasure by music lovers in Charlottetown.

IINIWING

ong the visitors arriving here for I short visit Thursday last was Hrs. G. C. Landis of Minneapolis, Minn, who came to visit her aged aunt, Miss Jane McGregor of Dun- staffnage. It is eighteen years since Mra-Landls visited here and she was very pleasantly surprised at the up-to-date city of Charlotte- town and the lovely scenery sur- rounding the drive to Dunstsffnage la perhaps one of the prettiest in the Province. ‘

PRESENTATION — At the even- ing muster Parade of the 26th Field Ambulance C. A. M. C., the N. C. 03s and men presented to Acting Sergeant Macdonald of Halifax who has ‘been instructing in Field Am- bulance, a cane as a mark of their respect for him. An address was read and the presentation was made by Master Keith Rodd the young son of the Regimental Sergeant Major. After seeing the Sergeant of the fatigue squad without his tunic the men presented him with a shirt. Both recipients suitably responded and then were bounced by their comrades.

ATTENDING CONVENTION -- Mr. and \Mrs. John Cameron of this city left Saturday to attend the Triennial Association of the General Grand Chapter of Order of Eastern Stars which 1a to be held this year in Denver, Colorado, Mrs. Cameron being the Worthy Matron of the local chapter, of the O. E. S. They are proceeding to Denver via Bob--

turning home via TorontofMontreal and Sherbrooke. From thence they will motor homo accompanied by Mrs. Cameron's brother, J. Riggs of the Bank of Montreal. On leaving Mr. and Mrs. Cameron were ac- companied by ‘their daughter Miss Nora, who will visit her brother in Boston.

SUMMER VISITORS — Mr. and Mrs. James A. Howlett arrived in the City Friday night from Boston. having come by motor car and left Saturday on a two weeks visit to Mr. Howletts old home at Gownn Brae, where his father Mr. James I-Iowlctt and his brothers, Messrs.

and young admired her

re ained consciousness. ' ye witnesses to the tragedy sta

_ that Mrs. Croken was crossing from

the waiting room with the tmgim was on another truck. She coming to her home 1n Charlotte- town accompanied by her “r b and had Just bid farewell‘ to her sister Mrs. Patrick Ilahon. ‘She 1319f! 01985041 the tracks in 'front'of the incoming train, and evidently concentrated on her own train did not hear the approach of the train nor ringing of the bell on the engine. NEARLY LOST LIFE ALSO

Mr- Croken, it ‘is allegedynearly lost his life also. he being slightly behind his wife when the tradegy y"??? lietvigs rglled to safety in

e 11C 0 Q Q, yam‘ just as the train passed over fig deceased

Dr. Houston, Coroner. was sum. moned fromthe city shortly after the accident and on his arrival held a preliminary examination at the 11°11“ 0f J- W- Pyle. Emerald. An inquest into the death will be held in the Depot this morning between 10.30 and ll o'clock.

The deceased lea sorrowing husband Rev. J. B. Croken at 65 and attached

and one son, to lglesent at Lot staff of this city, to ewggfi‘ 81:13:28! Guardian extends sincere and respectful sympathy,

The Croken family resided a; Indian River and moved into Char_

lottetown about two years ago.

The death took place on Thurs_ filly 1116 51h July. inst... at her home in Emerald of Dorothea Fyfe, aged 18 years, only and much beloved daughter of Mr and Mrs. J. Watson Fyfe. The deceased was ill but a. few days with tonsilits and her d-ea covery was anxiously looked for by her Parents and many friends. But their fondest hopes were not m}- ized and her pure spirit took its flight on the date already stated; During her short illness she was tenderly cared for by her loving mother and kind nurses, as well as medical attendants, but all of no avail. The news of her sudden and unexpected death caused a. shock to the whole community, as old many excellent qualities of mind . and heart. The funeral was held on Saturday, 7th inst. and the large attendance from the neighbor-

hood and surrounding districts was ample proof of the esteem in which she was held by all who knew her. Burial took place in Summerfield cemetery, services at the home be-

ing conducted by RevDr. saint. and Rev. D. Coburn, and at the grave by Rev. Dr. Saint. The pail

William and Fabian are residing. They will also visit Mrs. Hewlett/s old home in Souris. Mrs. Howlett, was formerly Miss Walsh, and her sister Miss Clara Walsh of Boston, is at present visiting relatives in King's Counly. Mr. Howlett holds the position of Building Inspector of Boston and has been in that city for quite a number of years. He has been prominently ldentififrd with the Canadian and Intercolonlnl Clubs, having been Secretary of the latter. Mrs. Hewlett was president of the Ladies Associates of the In- tercolonial Club and on her retire- ment recently, was presented by he!‘ fellow members with a magnificent cameo brooch and a complimentary address.

A large and enthusiasti meeting of the Conservative el ctors of Queens County was held inst night in the Board of ‘Trade rooms. MI‘. W. A. Stewart. president of the Lib- eral Conservatives of Queen's Coun- ty occupied the chair.

It is expected that Hon. R. B. Bennett will arrive in the city on Saturday, August 11th, and it is pro- posed to hold a political picnic on the exhibition grounds on the aft- ernoon of that date. at which those present will have the opportunity of meeting Mr. and Miss Bennett.

After the presentation, short ad- dresses by Mr. Bennett and others will be made.

Amusements will be provided, and there will be refreshment booths. There will also be a band in at- tendance.

The annual meeting of the Queens County Association will be held in the afternoon on the grounds, and 1n the evening a banquet will be tendered the leader at Beech Grove Inn.

Committees. were appointed to curry out the arrangements decid- ed upon.

TUESDAY

Another sad fatality has sadden- ed and shocked the people of Prince Edward Island. Mrs. Michael Croken a lady in her early sixties was instantly killed yesterday after- noon about 4 o'clock, when she was hit by train No. 41 out of Charlotte- town tn Borden while pulling into Emerald Junction, three cars it is her limbs,

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me DrriQlu

bearers were Caroll Hughes, Keith Mayne. Chas. McMahon. Percy Mur- phy, Sutherland McKay and Hebe!‘ McKay. The many floral offerings bore testimony to the love 1n which she was held from a Wide 011619 9t friends in different part5 01 111° Island. The sincere Sympathy 01 the entire community 15 exmnded to her deeply bereaved parents and her two young brothers Leslie find Aubrey, and other relatives.

u is ‘wiilh feelinlgfi of deep nnkl Simore regrei 411a,; lwe clrrofliltuml we flealiih of Mr. Thomas MBCfl-Y’ will m‘ Klijkora which sud event Wok place at his ‘hlome on tihe iulnwning oi Wednesday, 311119 2011‘ zut tile age of 0181111)’ 17w‘) Years‘

DQ993934 was one of the 1111081 lfiglhlly honored and respected 1'9‘ siflevms of ‘this tlfstvrlvt Wlhere he [livgd u long. Ihmfomhle and right: life. Oi a1 (lllilet anti unas- pnmmg nnlltnlfler he was rkvertile- Iggy; vary iffielligelff anul well in- formed on the oullffilli F0111“ ‘*1 lithe may fboth local almd foreignl» He was one (‘AI the most enter- m,1'.-.a,n.g,~uml.| mngiressfiivo ilarmlers of Ifllilkfzlu and by hamfl. honest ~wnrk 11ml if-tllwtry ‘i118 suoceedefl In building ‘p one of the most txymftrriaille ‘homes llll tlhjs coin- munlftty Dlllfilll! llfi-s lmug illness ‘.011 over ltln-ee years he was most w-udlerly nursed lby ll-is devoted wife and family il-cld all this time he vmn never known to alulrmrur m- cu-mpialln. but bore all] his fvufi- clrium wflth wmnulerful patio-nice urlvl resigunltiolr to ilhe Divine Willi. lie was f-requeultly visited (luring ‘his illness by iris gnml 11ml kliutl mlsltorr Ric-v. M. J. Smfith wlhn complex] hrim in lhis last hours wlnlh 1711f? Salcnalnfefti of film Holy (‘wtllrllilc Oilumcif for rile dying. Hp ‘leaves to mnurm their lines his wdfc. tillrec sons zuml two (laught- ers. l-llls annn are Emmet of ilhe t‘. P. R. Vanna-fiver B, C. Earnest w!‘ llctmif Miiohliglffn and Eddie nt homo. ills dnughttenr ilrovSf‘. Mary Ironic ill Quebec all-ti Fltlhel at 11mm», zllso u mmrber of granul- r-iliiliren il-lili one. sister Mm. l’. J. Smilil of Newton, Four daugfhiv- prelim-canal fltlm some years

51,).

‘HITS ‘flint-rail to Si, Mgfllmhrlg ("illllfiill Kinlifovm. was every largely allltcluled showing the llllgilesteem m _\viillt|il~ deceased was held by fhmm whn had time pnilvtllegc of hli-s nlcquhilnfnince. Services nl. tho (lllltrrcil nlvzl grave were‘ conducted 11y trim mtstor Rev. M. J. Smith.

llils 1mllllhsamrs were Mjflhug] 3/11111181111. T. A- Mcivcr, Patrick 11\I1"'|"Ir1ln. Michael Harmer, James Duffy and aim Mcfluigun.

WEDNESDAY

The Supreme Court held its op- enlng session of the July tcnn at Georgetown yesterday, His Lordship Chief Justice Mathleson presiding.

The grand jury, having been duly charged by His Lordship, brought in their report. in which it 2's: recwmendedh tlzlt the walls

11 @9118 0< e ngsCounty i811 be minted and kulaomlned.

As there were‘no criminal oases, His lordship was presented with a Dalr of white gloves by the Sheriff, Mr. Malcolm MacDonald.

Yesterday an absent debtor case (new Jury) was heard, the plaintiff being represented by H. F. M“- Qlilld. K. 0.. of Bourls.

Tomorrow the case of Neill Albin Bhlllfhllfeientive omcer vs. Patrick C. O alloran will be heard.

This is an appeal from a hearing

other. The unfortunate victim never

tion of boarding the Jitney which was

r

in which the defendant was charg- ed withpn offence against the In- ‘landlevenue Act.

The case was heard by the justice of the peace in Montague. who dis- m the ‘large.

It is from this decision that the present appeal is being taken.

The " , Show, jg f. ted by Messrs. S. S. Hessian an Mark R. MacGuigan.

And the respondent, O’Halloran, by Mr. J. J. Johnston. K. C.

AN ISLAND CANDIDATE - Among the Conservative candidates in the coming general Election in British Coiumba, as published in the Family Herald and Weekly Star, appears the name of Capt. James Htasimmons. for Koslo- Slocon. Capt. Fitasimmons is a brother of Mrs. Hayes ‘and Mrs. Grimes of Watervale and also of Patrick Fitzsimmcns, _ C. N. R... Charlottetown.

SUPPER A SUCCESS - The supper put on by the Cornwall Community Club on Wednesday the eleventh was a d ‘-' :1 success. A number of prominent citizens of Charlottetown enjoyed the excellent. eats. The auto wrap offered as a door prize was won by Miss Doris Morrow of Charlottetown and Harry Hyde Cornwall, received the clock. kindly donated by Hazen Howard as the supper ticket prize. Music and games completed an enjoyable ev- ening. _

On July 2nd. 1928. At Providence, R. I. U. S. A. after an illness‘ ex- tending over several years there passed to her eternal rest Mrs. Mar- that J. Crabb at the age of 73 years. Mrs. Crabb was the youngest daugh- ter of the late William Haslam and his wife Elizabeth ischurrrtan of Springfield P. E. I. She with her late husband James Crabb for the past 30 years had made their home in Providence where a. family of 13 children were born to them of which 4 passed away 3 in infancy the 4th (Annie) at a riper age.

Since her husbands death Mrs. Crabb hns made her home with her youngest daughter (Martha) Mrs William Renfree who has tenderly cared for her during her long illness. Mrs. Crabb was a devoted mem- ber of the Episcopal Church, Her deep affections for the House of God and for the things of God furnished the back ground of her blameless life. .

She leaves to mourn their loss five daughters and four sons, also three brothers. Joseph E. Haslnm of Hampton P. E. I. Bertram of Spring- field and Daniel H. of Detriot Mich. Also one sister Mrs. John McDonald of Victoria B. C.

..'ISLANDER DEAD.—Mr. T. E. Morrissey received a telegram from Rudolph McPhee, of Moosejaw, stating that his father, Mr. Angus Dan McPhee had died Sunday, Jilly 8, after a short illness. The late Mr. McPhee left Georgetown about fif- teen years ago. Before going to Moosejaw-he was employed as post master of Georgetown for a number of years. Possessed of a splendid and sympathetic loving and kind disposition and of a gracious man- ner, he endeared himself to all with whom he came in contact. He was a devoted member of the Roman Catholic church. In the loss, the immediate relations have sustained, there goes out a feeling of deep sorrow to his wife and family. The many beautiful floral tributes, spir- ltual bouquets and mass cards, tes- tify to show the high esteem in which he was held. He leaves to mourn, besides his widow, nee Cath- erine McCormac, of Boughton Isl-

WILL YOU HELP ‘f

The Red Cross is appealing to its members and other: lu- tereated to renew their annual contribution.

You are familiar with the work that the nurses are doing towards the safeguard- ing and improvement "of the health of our children throughout the provincfl gpd of the Chest Clinics and Clinics for Crippled Children which have been ' held with such measure of’ success.

The growing needs demand continued and ever increasing assistance.

Send your contribution flo- - day to,

RED CROSS OFFICE,

59 Grafton Street, Charlottetown

6872- tuthsat. ~ "

..'SUDDEN DEATH. — Seldom have the people of Georgetown been more shocked than when they learn- ed of the death of _ Mrs. Harry Thistle, which occurred at her home on Saturday, July 14th, after a short illness. It mattered little what came or went she had a. cheery smile and a pleasant word for ev- erybody. Her passing will mean a great loss to her many friends, but while all shall miss her, it is in the home her loss will be felt most keenly. She was a devoted member of the Roman Catholic church and was visited frequently by her pas- tor, Rev. O. Klgglns. She leaves to mourn three sons, in the United States, namely, Herman, Henry and Frank; one son, William, in West- ern Canada. besides her sorrowing husband and another son, Charles, at home. One brother, John Fraser, of Summerslde, and one sIstenMrs. Laundry, of Lower Montague, to whom sincere sympathy is extended. May her soul rest in peace. A

THURSDAY CHRISTlAN-McCARTHY.— Miss

Norman J. Christian were married yesterday morning at a nuptial high mass, celebrated by Rev. Father D. F. Sheedy, at St. John's church, at 8 o'clock. The double ring service was used. Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the beautiful new home of Mrs. Thomas 'I‘ralnor, sister of the bride. Mrs. Hannah McKearney was mat- ron of honor, and Thomas Tralnor, brother-ln-law of the bride, sup- ported the groom. Mr. and Mrs. Christian were the recipients of many and beautiful presents. The bride received a cheque for $100.00 from Mr. H. K. Richardson, of the Richardson Insurance Co., with whom she has been employed for the past seven years, and a set of dishes consisting of one hundred pieces from Mrs. H. K. Richardson, an electric outfit from Mrs. Easter- brooks, and many other lovely pre- sents too numerous to mention. The bride wore a gown of white crepe with net veil, and carried a bouquet of white bridal roses and lilies-of- the-valley. The matron of honor’: dress was of pink georgette with pink hat and her bouquet was of pink carnatlons. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Mc-

and, four daughters and two’ sons. The daughters are Mrs. Coleen, of Edmonton, Mrs. Kelly, Mrs. Thack- ary, and Mary, of Moosejaw. The sons are Rudolph and John, of Moosejaw, all of whom have the sympathy of the whole communltyA

MURPHY-MULLIN NUPTIALS.- A quiet wedding was solemnlzed on July 1st in St. Peter's church, Dor- chester, Mass., when Katherine C. Mullin, of No. 2 Glen Street. Dor- chester, was married at 7 p.m., to Leo. L. Murphy, of Belchertown, Mass, by the Rev. Father Coughlln. Mrs. George McKinnon, sister of the groom, was bridesmaid. and Mr. George McKinnon best man, both of Belchertown, Mass. There was a reception and supper at the bride's home with near relatives and a few friends present. The wedding march was played as the bride entered the house, by Miss Miney Sandersoman intimate friend of the bride. The couple left that same evening on an auto trip through Maine. The bride is a registered nurse, having held many important positions as Super- visor in prominent hospitals in Mass. and well known to many Island young ladies. She ls a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tobias Mullin, form- erly of St. Peter's, P. E. Island, and now of Dorchester, Mass. groom is a native of Morell, P. E. Island. Theyexpect to make their home in the near future in South Portland. Maine, where the groom has resided for a umber of years, and the owner of a nice residence on Angel Ave., in that city. Many beautiful gifts denote th'e popularl- ty of Mr. and Mrs. Murphy.

a eral service held

Carthy, of Sturgeon, P. E. Island, ;and a. sister of Mrs. Ernest Mc- yTague, of Charlottetown. The groom ,is a native of Nova Scotia, where he fhas a mother living. He has been ‘making his home at Mulberry St., this city, and is employed as a jew- eler at the Robbins Co. After a trip to New York, Mr. and Mrs. Christian will make their home at B, Major Street.

DODSLAND, Sask., July 17.— A sad accident involving the life of Lorne Stevenson, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Stevenson of South Rustico. P. E. I., occurred on Wed- nesday, July eleventh. Mr. Steven- son working for his uncle E. L. Read unharnesslng the horses was kicked and resulting ln abdominal injuries.

At first the accident was not con- sidered serious but tho following day he was brought to hospital where Dr. McGregor of Kerrobert and Dr. Bwartz, Dodsland, operated immediately to find his case ap- parently hopeless and he died on Saturday at 7.30 p. m. The deceased who was 23 years old. had been in Jelllcoe district nearly two years where he secured the respect of all. as was evidenced by the presence of such a large crowd at the fun- in the United Church, conducted by Rev. C. M. Curtis, who emphasized ‘the uncer- tainty of "life and voiced the sym- Filthy of the district with the be- reaved family.

The floral tributes from Mr. and Mrs. Pete Johnson. Ethel and Pearl, the Barnes family, Mr. and Mrs.

w. c. Wyand. friends and heigh-

Agnes Louise McCarthy and Mn!

bors of Dukesbwy district. the Rfld family, the Burn family. were 1n- deed beautiful. He ls survived by his father, mother. KWO 8181MB. B98- sie and Eva and two brothers Ger- ald and Read.

con. MAXWELL MURPHY. A. D. C. — The Guardian has receiv- ed a splendid photograph of Col. J. Maxwell Murphy, A. D. C., (son of u.» late Senator Mumhyl- 0°1- Murphy, aspreviously announced. is A. D. C. to H. E. the Governor oi Wisconsin.

WEDDING BELLS-A quiet wed- ding was solemnized at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Mobbs. Midgell, July mi, when her daughter. Florence Kathleen, was united in marrlagel with Edward Ward, son of Mr. and‘ Mrs. J. E. Dingwell, Mldzell. in the presence of the immedia‘ relatives‘ of the bride and groom. The bride was attended by her sister. Miss Emma, while the [mom was ably supported by Mr. Gordon Comn, of Morell. The bride was prettlly at- tired ln an emsemble of blue. and the bridesmaid wore pink. After the wedding ceremony was perfonned by Rev. J. M. McLeod, the‘ double ring service being used, refresh- ments were sewed. The wedding party then motored to Charlotte- town, accompanied by a gay party of friends. Mr. and Mrs. Dingwell intend making their home in Cam- bridge, Mass, in the near future. Their many friends join in wishing the newly wedded pair many years of hflPPy married life.

..'WELL KNOWN RESIDENT- There passed away at Georgetown, on July 15th, Mrs. William Batchll- der. She contracted ‘pneumonia. one week ago and despite unremit- ting medical skill and kind nurs- ing and care did not survive the at- tack which was unusually severe. Possessed of a wonderful sweet and sympathetic disposition she endear- ed herself to all with whom she came in contact with. In the home she was of a delightful and kind manner. In the loss the immediate relatives have sustained a deep feel- lng of sorrow is felt for the bereav- ed husband and family. She was visited frequently by her pastor, Rev. 0. Kigglns, and received the last rites of the Roman Catholic Church. She leaves to 'mourn‘four sons, John, Reginald, William, in Georgetown, James in Detroit, be- sides her sorrowing husband; also three daughters ‘Mrs. Fouchere, Mrs F. I. Soloman, and Mrs. ‘P. I. Solo- man, to whom have the sympathy of the whole community. Her fun- eral was one cf the largest seen for some time. Mayher soul rest in