Death :A1' Georgetown Of I

capt. J. J. Pitsgenld. internation- ally known retired deep sea OP- mn, who the American Press in 1943 termed "the world's gamest man-' passed away suddenly at his home in Georgetown during the early hours of Friday. January 11 in his list Y9N'- -

The late Capt. Fitzgerald had suf fend for sometime from a heart condition but had been about his home as usual up to the time of his

;-Noted Deep Sea Captain

that he loined the Luckenback 1411' OI lrelsht ships as a master

and was with this line during the

1914-18 wnr. in which he had

111111! harrowing and interesting

experiences.

as 1-on-.r carrami For a time Captain Fitzgerald

also worked ashore for the Luck- enback Line. as a Port Captain in

death. I norrr in Cape

well earned retirement-

In 1890 he made his first voyage and from that year to 1005 he sail-

r

The late

ed on ships w in coastal and

Breton. Nova scotla. he spent his years of young manhood in Georgetown and re- turned there in 1940 to enjoy a

g. were engaged est Indies trad- ing. After serving for a time as

mate, he became a ship's master in 1910 and sailed out of United states ports. He is the holder of both American and Canadian Mast-

killed and 12 injured. were

New York, Philadelphia and Bos- ton. Then it was back to his love, the sea. as a Master with National 31111 Glrrlm. a line of on tankers and frelghters. While in the em- ploy of this line. Captain Jack set a record when as Master of the 10.000 ton freighter "John Jay," he took the largest load of lumber. up to that time, ever to come out of Plllet sound. '1.500.iI)0 feet..

The Captaln then took over command of oil tankers of the same line. National Bulk Carriers and until the time of his retire- ment and all during World War Two, he plied the oceans of the world as a master of tankers. The famous National Bulk Carriers line of ships is owned by D. K. f..udwlg,'who today is the largest individual owner of ocean-going ships in the world and who, at the time of Captain Fitzgerald's en- tering his employ. owned two ships. one of those being a tanker sad the other a freighter, the "John

Iy."

During the time he sailed on the "John Jay" in addition to his dut- lea as ship's master, he also was the ship's agent and broker. It was in 1043. while in command of the oil tanker, "B. S. Caliche," sailing partly loaded down Mobile Bay and bound for Galveston, Texas. that Captain Fitzgerald miracul- ously escaped desth when an ex- plosion on board damaged the ship to such an extent that it was termed in American newspapers as one of the worst marine disas- ters in the history of shipping in Mobile Day.

In it two crew members were so severe the injuries suffered by Capt. Fitzgerald that for many

er Mariner's Certificates.

In the year 1006 he was mate in the Ward Steamship Line, which carried passengers from New York to Cuba and Mexico. It was in 1910

' Underwear. Special clearing prices

rrsqmn mass

..'M'rs. Harold Jay was hostels in the ladies of Plsquid East wu- men'a Institute. Thursday 9V"unl. January 6. with a good attendance of members. After routine busi- ness was completed a contest was put on by Mrs. Sammy Birt, won by Mrs. Levi Jay and Mrs. How- ard Kelly. drawn by Mrs. Jay. Lunch was served by the hostess. and her daughter-in-law. Mrs. Floyd Jay.

Miss Juanita Jay. student at P. W. C., spent the January 8, week- end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Jay.

Mr. Guy Jay was a visitor at the home of his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Jay over the week- end.

Miss Linda Leard,'Charlotietown, was the guest of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Leard over the January 9. week-end.

Miss Isabel Birt. Charlottetown, spent the January 9 week-end with ger parents. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace

rt

Miss Sally Leard went to Char- lottetown. Sunday, January 9 to resume treatments on her leg. Sally has had two operations in the past year and her many friends are hoping for an 'early and complete recovery.

BA

his well-earned

weeks, only the marvelous phys- ique and courage, with which for years he had battled the seas and elements, kept alive the Captain, whom the American press chris- tened."The World's Gamest Man."

narunivnn To GEORGETOWN

In 1045, recovered from his mul- tiple injuries, he returned to Georgetown, where he commenced retirement. Like his brother. it could be said that he is only in partial retirement from the sea for the love of the

sea and of ships is so deep within

him. that he daily follows 'the comings and goings of ships in and

out of the great ports of the world.

through the newspapers, on the radio and by wuespondence with ship's owners and masters, whose lasting friendship he made during his any years at sea.

lie as predeceased by his wife, the former Gertrude Gillie of Char- lottetown whose death occurred early in 1952 and by his eldest son Capt. Jack Fitzgerald who. was lost at sea in February 1052, when the American Tanker "Pendleton" split in two and foundered off, Cape Cod. He is survived by one son' Paul who resides in Grove City, Penn., and one daughter, Mary (Mrs. Ian Stirling) of Toronto, Ont., and two brothers, Capt. C. M. Fitzgerald of Georgetown and W. H. Fitzgerald of New York-City. also two sisters, Cassie. (Mrs. Phil- lip Quinn), of Boston, Mass, and Mary, Georgetown.

'1'he funeral announcement will appear later.

Eastern Guardian

..'JANUA1tY CLEARANCE sale at Belleta Shoppe, Montaguc.stsrts today. For bargains, shop early.

.,'RESl!R.VI FEBRUARY I for aftsrnoo tea. Proceeds in aid of Kings County Hospital.

..'FOR COLD WEATHER. oom- fort buy Stanfieids Red Label

at Clow Broa., North.

..'Mr and Mrs. Buddy MacPbee. Toronto. Ont., are visiting in Mul- ,town Cross, guests of Mrs. Mac- rneeii parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. 3.

Murray Harbour

..'MURRAY RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH. Service Sunday, Jan- uary is: Sunday School 2 p.m.: church service 3 pin. Prayer meeting as usual.

..'0Al. FEEDS JUST Alltlvln. -Master I-log Grower 33.80. Dairy Ration I4.00, Bran 32.00, shorts 02.70, Barley Meal 03.25. Next car prices higher. Mccowans Limited, Kllmulr. .

JJANUAIY CLEARANCE sale.

3. L. Mscaregor as Co., Montague. 1'..adies' dresses and skirts, 209:. off. Hats, 1-2 price.

Children's snow-

S. Andrews ' Presbyterian Concert At Montague

.."i'be annual Christmas concert by the Sunday School pupils of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Montague. was held in the church hall Monday evening, Dec. 3. A Dwkram of singing and readings was well praented by the young people and heartily enjoyed by the large group of parents and friends The minister, Rev. D. A. Campbell, presided as chairman. The ptano accompanlsts were Mrs. Elsie Wsttarwortb and Mrs, James Lowery, and the singing was under the direction of Mr- Robext Murray. At the close of the program Santa Claus arrived and distributed treats to every boy and girl present.

The following is the program:

Opening chorus: "Merry Christ- mas" and "Little Children can You Tell"-junior boys and girls.

Recitation: "Welcome"-Barbara Shaw.

Group recitation-eight junior boys and girls.

Recitatlons by Norma Reid, Marlene McGowan, Valerie Judge, Robert Eeirin. Donald. Bears. lid- ward Dingweii, Roger Macbougail and Linda Beirin.

Chorus: ”I Saw Three Ships"- Primary boys and girls.

Recitation-Pamela Judge.

Duet: "Silent Night. Holy Night" ale.-an Ann Munroe and Susan Belrln.

Recitation-.Roger Clair.

Duet: "Peeping"-Dianne Gillie and Sandra Boeiiner.

Recitation-Richard Llewellyn.

Vocal solo: "Jlminy Christmas" -Ian Campbell.

Recitation-James Macbean. -

Chorus: ”Here Comes Santa"- intermediate boys. .

Recitation-Robert Ballem.

Chorus: "Jolly Old St. Nicholas" -Primary boys and girls with Paulette Glow as soloist.

Chorus; "Clap Your Hands" - Primary boys and girls.

Dialogue: ”M a k l n g Christmas Cookies"-Sandra Boehner and Dianne Gillie.

Grou-p of Christmas carols-the Junior Girls Choir.

Closing chorus: "Jingle Bells".

GEORGETOWN

..'On Tuesday. January lith, Mr. Gordon Kerr. Executive Commis- sioner of the Provincial Boy Scouts Association and Mr. Stan Maclnnls of the National Film Board, were business visitors to Georgetown.

Mr. Howard Walker, accompanied by Miss Joyce Jenkins and Mrs. J. W. Lovers and daughter, Corinne, motored to Montague on Tuesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Guy I-lemphill had as their recent guests. their son, L.A.C. Roy 1-lemphill of the Royal Canadian Air Force, stationed at Summerside and Miss Carol Mac- Donald and Miss Amy Macxenzle. Roy left on Saturday, January 0th for the Air Force base at Resoulute Bay in the Arctic, where he will be stationed for one year.

Mr. Joseph "Sonny" Johnson, C.N.R. relieving station agent is at present employed as agent at Freetown.

Mrs. Clifford Filmore and daugh- ter Marion, who have been visiting in Georgetown. as the guests of Mrs. Filmore's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert George. Sr., left re- cently oil return to their home in Saint John. N. 8.

Mr. Louis Herring. of Murray Harbour, School Inspector, visited Georgetown High School on Janu- ary mr. and lath.

Mr. J. B. Edwin Reid of Rollo Bay, Sheriff of King's County, was a business visitor to George.- town on January 13th.

During the Festive Season, Miss Geneveive Soloman was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Glow of Southport. -AG,

OLD ENTERTAINMENT The pantomime as a form of acting without speech appeared in Rome about 360 BC.

Matheson.

..'Mr. and Mrs. James A. Fraser

and little son, David, of Sackvllie, N. 3., spent the New Year week- ind with luv. and Mrs. A. 0. Pros- er. the Manse. Vslleyfield.

..'The many friends of Mrs. John J. Larkin, St. Peter's Bay, will be sorry to learn that she is I patient at the Charlottetown Hospital.

....fCAMER.A CLUB MEETS - The Montague Camera Club held its regular niedting at the home of via Pepler Wednesday evening, The minutes of the, last meeting were reasl,and approved. Mr. Pe ler demomtrated the working prin ple of an electronic flash unit and ex- Dlalned that the duration of the flash was only a thousandth part of a second thus allowing even the fastest action to be protographed without blurring. Thai members them took a series of photographs with this high speed flash unit using their own cameras. Results are to be compared at the next meet- ing. A number of interesting color slides were then shown. The pro- iect competition for Pbbnier! is to be "winter scenes". Lunch was than served by the hostess assisted Iv several. of ilie.insmbere. The nest mating is to be held at the home of Dr. and rugs.

Drive mil ACNE

reduud prices. clear. 00 cents.

suite and jackets. 1-3 off. 2095 dis- count on all other winter merch- andise. Also other items at greatly yarn

Beehive to

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JAN. 11,

JANUARY CLEARNCE SALE

room of the railway depot.

Annual Meeting Of St. David's W. A.

..'The annual meeting of St. David's Women's Association took place in the Church hall on Dec- ember 9th, with the president, Mrs. S. Walker in the chair. The min- utes of the November and last an- nual meetlngs were read and ap- proved. Mrs. B. Parker read the treasurer's report. This showed re- ceipts of over 31,000 for 1954. and expenditures amounted to over 900. The report of the years act- ivities was read by the secretary, Mrs C. Fraser. ,

Donations of dishes and silver- ware continue to come in for the hall kitchen. The main floor of the hall has been varnished. and the W. A. gave financial assistance in the building of cement steps at the front door, and the renovation of born on the church property. A new combination door and cover- ing for a bedroom floor were sup- plied for the Manse. White gowns were provided for the Junior Choir who have added much to the Sun- day momlng services. Donations were given at the Anniversary ser- vice and also to the Iron Lung Fund.

During the year, two pantry sales. an anniversary supper. Sun- shine social, and annual iasaar and supper were held. The W. A. con- tinues to cater in the Men's As- sociation at their regular supper meetings. An enjoyable social even- ing was spent in Sturgeon with the ladies of Sturgeon and Milltown Cross charges.

A play was produced and pre- sented in many places across the country in the spring and fall months. Several of our members have been confined with lengthy illnesses. and it is .our sincere hope that they may soon be restored to good health.

Mrs. Preston McDonald. conven- er of the nominating committee reported re-nomination of ml of- ficers. This was duly put into a motion and carried. Thus, W. A. officers for 1955 are as follows: President, Mrs. S. Walker; Vice- President. Mrs. N. Nicks: Secretary, Mrs C. Fraser; Treasurer. Mrs. H. Parker.

It was moved by Mrs. Parker and seconded by Mrs. Fraser that the following members be in the social committee: Co-conveners,Mrs.

Retires Aiier 35 Yers With C.N.R.

. Mr. C.tT. Montgomery, Superintendent: of the Island Division, Canadian National Railways (left) and Mr. E. C. Matthews, DIVISIOD. engineer I Brenton L. Wood and present him with a well filled purse from his'fellow employees on the occasion of his having completed 35 years of continuous service as, a plumber with the C.N.R. The presentation took place yesterday afternoon in the recreation

Eglingi-on And Howe Boy Concert

..'The teachers and pupils of Eglington and Howe Bey SCI1001 districts presented in Howe Bay School their Christmas concert. 011 Wednesday evening. Dec. 22nd. Mr. Kenneth Blackett capably acted as chairman.

The programme was as follows: A Song of Welcome by pupils of both schools; a welcome address by Florence Savllle; a Christmas greeting by three pupils of Howe Bay School: a dialogue. Christ- mas Chores; a song, "Where do.I you Live Santa Claus" by Marion and Arlene Stead; a recitation, A Boy's Wish by Wallace Melllck; a drill, A Christmas Thought by nine ppuils; a dialogue, The Day After Christmas; a chorus, Ring Merry Bells .by four pupils; a dialogue, The Party Line by six pupils; as recitation, Spelling Lesson by Jim- my Mllls; instrumental music and sale of candy.

A dialogue, Two Sides of a Ques- tion by Bllly and Carol; a recita- tion. by Brenda Stead: a mono- logue. Christmas Acknowledge- ments by Florence Seville; Christ- mas Carols by Clare, Robert and Elaine; a dialogue, Good-bye by Sheila and Arlene: a recitation. The Little School Teacher by Mar- ion Stead: a song. The Sweet Bells of Christmas and Silver Bells; a dialogue, A Letter in Santa by three boys; a monologue, Enter- taining Sister's Beau by Carol Mac-

Donald; instrumental music by captions"-"like Pakistan, Goa and. Mrs. Chas. MacDonald. Messrs. on an international level. South Somcrll'd.MacDorsald and Claude Africa."

MacKcnzle; a dialogue, Harry's Claus by twn pupils; closing

Pockets by two pupils; a recita- tion, A Gift to Santa by Clara Fish- or; a dialogue, A Letter to Santa

Allen, Miss E. Skinner, Mrs. C. Le- lacheur, Mrs. E. Easton and Mrs. N. Dicks. .

Mrs. S. McDonald volunteered for the sick committee this month. It was moved that 55 be donated for a Christmas treat for the Sunday School. The W. A. is also providing material for a curtain for the hall stage. A grab bag. provided with articles by each member. proved entertaining. Mrs. A. Stewart and Mrs. N. Dicks are the entertain- ment committee for the January meeting.

Tile Mlzpah benediction was re- peated in unison. and a delicious

P. McDonald and Mrs. N. Hanson:

Committee, Mrs. G. Mair, Mrs. P.

ANNUAL

lunch served by Mrs. 1". Allen and Mrs. N. Dicks.

HOOLEYAS MEN iS WEAR

Yes folks. there Is I long eeige of heavy weather ahead to prepare for it from our usual wide choice and low prices. , for this Sale as In our usual custom. A few Items are mentioned below. many are not as space is

limited.

MEN'S surm-row to clear. small sizes.

ular 539.50-

Regular stock, new patterns, :05 DISCOUNT

MEN'S WINTER OVEECOATS

huge discounts. Regular 5N.50 to 359.50. Clear-

ing at only ....-

and

Two only CAMEL pugs: ovrmcoars .- Reg.

355.00. Clearing at only ..... .................... .-

Men's and Boys' Winter JACKETS. all sizes. shapes, colours and prices, all reduced, from

265 to NW DISCOUNTS.

MEN'S BLACKBURN BLAZERS. Reg. 327.95. Now only ,,

ENGLISH FLANNELS. Reg. 810.95. Now only ...........

A small deposit will hold any

MONTAGUE

somewhere, and now is your chance Everything in the Store is reduced

All other Dress Pants, reduced by a....-... 205 Men's Leather WINDBREAKERS. Reg. 524.95.

"” 519.50

only WINDBREAKERS. Reg. 316.50.

529.50 -..-......--...-.-..--..-.. 510.95 Few only, BOYS' SUITS ----- m

to clear .. Men's and Boys' WORK SHIRTS reduced by 2015 DRESS SHIRTS. reduced by -..... 205

Meals and Boys' SHOES, including our Ritchie line. all reduced by 205 FOR THIS SALE.

Reg-

523.00

" cI"”"I ” Boys' Leather Now

325.00

s22.oo s12.5o

gas-nsens at sale price for a llrnltssl time. otherwise. Cash only.

Many other bargains too numerous to mention. Be sure to call and see them for yourself. It will pay you.

MAYFAIR '1'-HEATER

MURRAY RIVER -- THURSDAY - FRIDAY - SATURDAY

Shrrlllg TYRONE POWER - TERRY MOORE ' in OINEMASGOPE and STEREOPIIONIO SOUND - . .

Also -- CALYPSO CRUISE In CINEMASCOPE Show Time-8 pan. Each Night.

JANUARY 13 - 14 .- 15

OF THE KIIYIEII IIIFLES

Filmed in TEUENIOOLOR

Admission: Adults 55c; Children 400

(right), congratulate Mr.

Barter's Filirr Lab.

Plan Monastery At Moncton. N. B.

STE. ANNE DE BEAUPRE, Que.. (GP)-The Roman Catholic order of French- speaking Redemptorists will begin construction of 1: mon- astery in the Moncton, N. 13.. sub- urb of Humphrey next spring. 1! was announced here Tuesday at the order's motherhouse.

The monastery will house priests serving Notre Dame de Perpetuel secours parish. Also planned is construction of a school there for boys of high school age wishing to am the order.

No Chance India Will Go To War

.NEW DELHI. (Reuters) - Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru de- clared here Wednesday there is I10 chance of India going -to war With any country, ihough it has certain "problems" with some.

He expressed surprise at recent reports that he had said war with Pakistan was not improbable when talking to a meeting of his Con- gress parliamentary party Dec. 22.

Wednesday's statement was is- sued to "remove any misapprehen- sion" about remarks made at the meeting. The text of Nehru'a re- marks. released two days ago, quot- ed him as saying that, though there was really no danger of In- dia going to war. there were "ex-

chorus by pupils of both schools: and closing speech by Clara Stead.

At the close of the programme the chairman Extended a vote of thanks to both teachers and pupils. Old Santa appeared and distribut- ed glfts both teachers, Mrs. John James MacDonald and Miss Joyce Stead, and the pupils. The

Queen was then sung by all pres- ent.

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in Memoriam

ERNIE! '.l'. IOGEISON

It wng with shock to K91-'uV9' and frlesml of the late Ernest T- Rodgerson to learn of the sudden death which occurred 11 the P. E. Island Hoaoitll on N"- "9 1954 in his seventy-fourth Inf. muowing a short illness which III bore with courage and Plt-Wlc9-

The faithful visits, kindness of relatives and friends were a con- stant source of 10? I113 150mb" to him.

The late Mr. Itodgerson. born It Fanning Brook where he firmed successfully. together with his wife the former Bessie Ruth nodgersdn also of Fanning Brook who pre- deceased him ill 1951- mld” ' pleasant home for family Ind friends.

The late Mr. Rodgerson was an honest and true friend ever read! to lend a aelolns hand. I faithful husband. I kind IOVIDI III-INT ind grandfather were his example and wise counsel will ever remain a cherished memory in the hell" 09 his loved ones.

He leaves to mourn his lose two sons, Milton and Meerl of Fennlnl Brook and two daughters. Della. Mrs. Harry Crane and Lillian, Mrs. Fred Clark both of Mt. Stewart. One sister. Nellie. Mrs. -lime! Dingwell of Midgail and 10 grand- children.

The funeral which was largely attended was held at the late reis- dence. Services conducted by Rev. Mr. Raynor of Mt. Stewart. assist- ed by Rev. Mr. MacLeod of St. Peter's. Hymns suns were "The Lord's My Shepherd," "Rock of Ages" and "Abide With Me." Intel'- ment was in Mt. Stewart Ceme- tery, the pallbearers were: Messrs. George Hendricken. Dan Hend- ricken, Lester J33. Wendell Jay'- George Jay and Leo Rogerson.