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THE GUARDIAN. CHARIIIITETOWN .

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All Soul's Chapel

St. Peter's

Cathedral

or Interest To Visitors

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St. Peter's Cathedral. Charlotte. (own, was founded In 1869 as 3 result of the Oxford Movement. It Ls a unique Church in many ways. It has had I aurpliced choir prac- tically ever since it was opened for services. As early as 1873 the mod screen was erected and the seven lamps placed in the Sanct- uary. The envelope system was adopted as early as 1878. Altar lights have been used since 1871 and eucharistlc vestmenta since 1389. In that year the first white cope used in the Province of Can- ad; was worn there, and since Ash Wedne y. 1890. a daily Eucharist has been celebrated. Up ID the present time there have been only three Priest-Incumbents. Here can be seen magnificent sets at vestments. altar frontals. jewel- mi challces. baptismal shells, an minated mlssal and other orn- aments seldom found in our Can- adian churches.

The outstanding and unique at-

mction. however. which St. Peter's l-ads for tourists. visitors. lovers .f good painting and carving is All a i.li'5 Chapel.

The corner stone was laid in June. 1888. by His Lordship Fred-i , Courtney. Bishop of Nova, -. tia. and in a few years the ding which is an annex to the i' -ieclral was on its way to com- l.r-tion. '

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it was built originally as a mem- irr..'1i of love and gratitude for the. Lie. and work of the first priest' lzzriimbent. the Reverend George llvidgson who died in 1885. and, 1..-rs since become a memorial to .'.her devout and faithful souls who claimed St. Peter's as their iniritual home.

There were many misgivings as; 1.. the ability of the congregation ix carry out the elaborate designs of the architect, W. C. Harris. Jr., trit gradually the design tooki shape and today it stands com-I ivlete. a gem of architecture. em-. hr-ilished with fine carving in' wood and stone and decorated with the splendid paintings of Robert Harris. C. M. G.. at one time Pres-g izient of the Royal Canadian Acad- cmy of Art. 1

The work on the building, with- in and without, was done almost rrztirely by Prince Edward Island craftsmen and the sturdy main wait is of deep red sandstone for wihich the Island is noted.

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The exterior is simple and might be described as a type of the first period of English Gothic architecture, just after the tran- .-.tinn from the Norman. retaining traces of its solid severity, though if style reaches forward to the cc-zning glory of the decorated per- iod. .

As one enters he passes into what is a truly lovely place of worship where no limit has been placed on decoration other than that of good taste and design. All around are panels of walnut and oak. carved in flowers and leaves and fruits. the running friezes of cornice and architrave. the carved pllasters of the altar front and all the other detail of arcade and framing. show careful and loving endeavor to make only what was of the best. carrying out the spirit of the bold but beautiful designs.

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The first picture. and the one to which the Chapel owes most of its interest. placed over the altar in a splendid setting of carving and woodwork. is the circular picture of our Lord ascending. and. with extended hands and tender re- gard, blessing His followers. This was painted and presented by the artist in 1890. The next was the picture of Augustine of Hippo. pacing the Mediterranean shore. near his home and preparing his theological writings. Over the Sacristy doors is depicted the martyred Stephen. his lifeless body resting in the shades of night and lieath. On the opposite wall stands the aged St. Ambrose forbidding the entry of the great Empewr, Theodoalus into the Basilica of Milan. Afterwards paintings of St- lerome in the desert and of St. Atharlulua were added.

Three small picture; in brown and gold were set in the altar lace about this time showins Our Lord with the dtaclrlllel at Em- rnaua. the Last sunset. and I" the centre the Crucifixion. They Ire very striking and gleam III the sunlight .with .a r.uddy slow-

A large canvas shortly aftsr was Placed on mg inner wall. Peace

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I leave with you" is its title. It shows our Lord atopplng go; . moment to bless a family seated at the door of an eastern home. A Portrait element was introduc-

.ed into this picture. for the fee.

lures of the father and mother of the artist may be recognized also of his brother. the chapel architect. and leaning against the mother: knee. a little grandchild. Balancing this on the other side of the Sacrllty doors is another large canvas of Christ blessing little children. Here the same Idea is carried out. for in the child standing by Our Lord's side and "'8 baby in His arms. are seen Portraits of the two children of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. 0. Moraon. Whole 'early death is commemor- ated. O C U I

The other wall still locked two Pictures and Robert Harris paint- ed and presented those of St. Chrysoatom preaching and St. Gl'9Iory the great. Later on paint- ings were placed on each side of

.the chapel entrance: "The calling

of St. Andrew" in memory of an elder brother Thomas J. Harris and "The raising of Dorcas". This latter is a portrait of Dorcas. widow of Theophiius Des Brisay.

Over the door a small painting of the Crucifixion was set in 1915 in memory of the architect. who had spared no pains In the building of the chapel. giving his labour lovinlzly and without charge. but who did not live to see its completion.

Finally in 1917 two circular pic. tures were placed in the sanc- tuary above the nltar on either side: one of St. James the Just. a memorial to Canon Jhmes Simp- son. the second priest-Incumbent. who died in 1920. and the other of St. Luke. by tradition an artist as well as physician and evange- list. to Robert Harris himself. Only just In time were the pic- ture: completed, for on February 27. 1919. he passed Into the peace of God.

The artist's fame will rest on his magnificent portraits of nub- ltc men and women of distinction of his day in this Dominion. His work in All Soul's Chapel shows a marvellous variety of execution in the different subjects treated. but their great value, for mem- bers of St. Peter's Cathedral and the Church generally. is that they were a labour of love. "Those works were for gain or glory, but these were done for love."

Splendid stained glass windows adorn All Soul's Chapel. One in memory of Frank Cnrvell. son of a founder of St. Peter's depicts the conquest of the dragon by Michael the Archangel. Another is a memorial to Margaret Matilda Jane. wife of the late Justice Ed- ward Jarvis I-Iodgaon also a founder and most generous bene- factor of the Church. This por- trays the Madonna, trampling on the aerpent'a head. holding the sacred child in her arms. Both of these are the work of Kemp and Sons, of London, England.

Recently a third window com- pletea the'stained glass of the Chapel. It is of beautiful English workmanship. in memory of the late William Lawson Cotton and Margaret Ellin, his wife. It is a portrayal of the crowned Chrlst' reigning from the cross.

Another window over the door commemorates George Halrland Peake and his mother. Edith Con- stance. daughter of T. Heath Havi- land one of the first Trustees of St. Peter's. and is a modern treatment of the Resurrection.

On the Sacrlsty doors are three bronze tablets: one to the mem- ory of the Rev. George W. Hodg- son. the first priest incumbent and his brother. 13. J. I-Iodsson. master of the rolls: another to the artist Robert Harris and the architect, William C. Harris. his brother: the third to Canon Simp- son. during whose faithful incum- bency of thirty-four years the chapel was built a.nd.completed.

A sanctuary lamp of beaten copper hangs before the altar in memory of Alice Maude, widow of the late Canon SlmPS0"-

Last year it was found that the paintings in the Chapel were sad: ly in need of cleanIn8- Ul'ld9l' ""- skllful hands of Mr. Percy N- Woodley. of Saint John. N. 3-. thls work was done. The cost- which was considerable. was large: ly borne by the heirs of the late Margaret Ellln Cotton. and oth- ers interested in the Pklnllhgl also contributed to the restoration by which they have regained their original freshness.

On the walls of this chapel have been placed small memorial tablet; to departed members of the congregation to Whose filth- hope and love St. Peters owe!

Everywhere in All Soul's Chapel ml, 1,. gegn the work of loving hearts and skllful hands. a record of man's uruaala for a Mbl" life. for the realization of. the --null. of our redemption. and for the glory of the Great Archi- tect of all.

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NEW SHIPMENT TBOPICANAS arrived at The Fashion Shoppe.

CAR. YEAR. BOOKS now on sale.

MRS. .lOIlNs'r0N's Ladies Wear. Big Clearance Sale. Bargains.

EOUSEDBESSES in all shade! and sizes. 52.75 and 32.98 at The Fashion Shoppe. -

COME TO Marsh.fleld-Dunst.aff- nage United Church Tea July 13th. on Church Grounds. Chicken. ham. salads and everything good to eat. Served at. 5 o'clock.

CITY POLICE COURT - At. the Stipendiary Magistrate's Court 5'95l8-l'd8y. 5. clear docket was pre-

sented and the Court adjourned until today. Personals

Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Heart: and sons, Roderick and John, of Dart- mouth. Nova Scotia, are vacation- ing in Charlottetown.

Mrs. Lorne Newson and Mrs. Lorne Seaman of Bradalhhne were in Charlottetown on Tuesday as delegates to the Women's In- stitute Convention.

Mrs. Stanley Murchison, York Point, Mrs. Hazen Howard and Mrs. Mack Vickersori of Cornwall. attended the Women's Institute Convention.

.IIfIl:S. J. IV. Asseltine, Ontario. is Visiting her many friends on the Island and will be the guest of her sister and brother-in-law. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sellar. Wheatley River.

W55 Emily L. Vessey. of Waver- ley. Mass, arrived in Charlotte- town on a holiday visit. While here she is the guest of Mr, and Mrs. W. V. Decoste, Baylield 5:,

Mrs. Betty MacMillan from Mc- Kein Printing C0,. Montreal, ar- rived home by plane to visit her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Gil- lespie. 78 Douglas St. Her many friends are giving her a warm welcome.

'Mr. and Mrs. Steling MacKen- zle and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Greenwood of Quincy. Mass. have returned to their home after spending their vacation in Long Creek. P. E. 1. While visiting there they were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Macliachcrn.

Dr. E. M. Found. Mrs. Found and little daughter Mary. left to- day for a holiday in the Mari- tlmes. They were accompanied as far as Amherst by Mrs. Wm. Hun- ter of Los Angcles. Calif., who has been visiting with her aunts, Mrs. Harlan Found, New London and Mrs. Gavin Harding. Rochford Street.

Ch'fown Cadet Scholarship Winners On Course

Two members of the 60th Squad- ron Royal Canadian Air Cadets of Charlottetown. who were the win- ners of flying scholarships re- cently. lebt on Monday to take I four-week course at the Moncton Flying Club.

The two,air cadets are Corporal James Ibbott and Corporal Bob Vatcher. and they will receive 17 hours flying instruction in addit- ion to ground work in various subjects.

The 60th Squadron is under the command of Flying Officer G. B. Raynor, and receives instruction semi-weekly in the evenings. The scholarships are the result of two years' intensive study.

In the last two years Charlotte- town cadets have stood very high in the courses at Moncton. Last year scholarship winners Corpor- ais James Bentley and Douglas Dennis both passed their Air Force tests at the conclusion of-their courses and went on to get their civilian private piloLs' licenses.

The previous year Corp. Henry Brown and Sgt. Don Thompson came first and second in the courses at Moncton. Corp: Brown then received an appointment for short service commission in the R. C. A. F. and has graduated from the R. C. A. F. pilot school at Cen- tralia.

other members of the Charlotte- town Air Cadet Squadron will be attending the summer camp at the Summeralde R.C.A.I'. Station dur- ing August.

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Refrigeration

SALES and SERVICE Repairs To All Makes

MOTORS

Rewinding and Repairs

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE Bepalrl

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SERVICE STATIONS, Taxi Men. Call. see and ask about our Wash Master. '1'ant.on's Accessories.

Tllllll FLIGHTS WEED! to Sydney, Nova Sootla. Phone Mart time Central Airways I.tmlt.ed.'1iIl

III SHIN! the Chrome on your car. Grand for cleaning pots and PAM .Tanton's Accessories.

WOIl.TIl'S DIUGSTOBE. Prince street will be open this afternoon and evening.

BALANCE OF SPRING COATS clearing at V: Price at The Fashion Shoppe. ,

YES, we have McLary refriger- ators In stock. Burke Electric Ltd.. 156 Great George St.. Char- lottetown.

ENGAGEMENT. - Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm MacLeod, Lorne Valley, announce the engagement of their daughter Dorothy Jean to Morley Bruce son of the late Mr. Markell and Mrs. Gaudin. Marriage to take place. July 21st. -

AGRICULTURAL ADVISEII - Mr. W. F. Darke has been ap- pointed Agricultural Adviser to the High Commissioner for the United Kingdom. Mr. Darke has been Secretary (Agriculture) in the High Commissioner's Office since April. 1949. He is at present accompanying the party of agri- culturalists from the United King- dom who are touring Canada as the guests of the Canadian Gov- ernment.

RAILWAY OFFICIALS HERE- Mr. F. A. Gaffney. Canadian Na- tional Railway Transport Econom- ist from Montreal and Mrs. Gaff- ney. as well as Mr. C. C. Gillespie. Moncton, N.B.. Assistant Transport Economist are visiting the Pro- vince. Mr. W. E. Robinson. Fic- gional Vice-President of the At- lantic Region. C. N. R.. will ar- rive in the City tonight.

FUNERAL AT IRIS - The fun- eral of the late Joseph A. Mac- Leod was held from the Orange Hall at Iris yesterday afternoon. Service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Maclnnis. Interment was in Cale- donia cemetery. The pall-bearers were D. A. Macneod. Angus Math- eson, Daniel Matheson, Daniel I-Iume. James Cook and Andrew Hutcheson.

FUNERAL YESTERDAY - The funeral of the late Miss Janetta. C. MacPhail of Saint John, N. B.. was held yesterday afternoon from the MacLean Funeral Home. City, where service was conducted by the Rev. Harvey Bishop. Inter- ment -was in the family plot at

Orwell Head. service at the grave was conducted by Rev. A. C. Fraser. The pail-bearers were

Peter MacQucen. Percy MacI..cod, Wilfred Craig and V. -C. Jackson.

SWIMMING CLASSES- An ex- ceptionally large number of child- rcn turned out for the Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety class- es at Brighton shore yesterday. in spite of the fact that a number were attending playground picnics. At the tests held at the K. of C. camp there were twenty element- ary students who passed. twelve junior, and two intermediate. Much credit is due the instructor Joe Coffin and his assistants for pre- senting such a fine group for the examimations. The largest class taught by one instructor was on hand at. North Rustico yesterday when 100 pupils were on hand for the instruction under Mr. Pat Gauthier. '

IN MEENHORIAM

DANIEL STEWART

The death occurred at Charlotte- town on the morning of June 23rd. of Daniel Stewart, Brudeneil, in his 63rd year. The deceased had been in failing health for the past. few years. He was the son of the late Anugus Stewart. Brudenell.

He is survived by his sorl-owing widow (the former Mary Nichol- son) and two daughters (Tens) Mrs. Albert Maubeod. Brudeneli, and Annie Mae at home. He leaves to mourn also his mother. Margaret Vanlderstine, of Peter's Road; also a brother and sister. Basil and An- rite. of Manitoba and a nephew George in Brandon. and four grand children. He was predeceased by a brother Charles, and a sister. Minnie.

The largely attended funeral ser- vice was held from St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Montague. and was conducted by the Minis- ter. Rev. 1''. N. Young. The hymns sung were "The Lord's My shep- herd". "Safe in the Arms of Jesus" and "Forever with the Lord." The pallbearers were Wilfred MacDon- aid. Ivan MacDonald. Milton Fraser. T. K. Cameron, Cyril Shaw and Ellery Shaw. Interment in the Montague Community Cemetery.

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Mrs. Dan Stewart and Family wish to thank their kind friends and lnelghbours; also Dr. A. J. Murchison and Male Staff of Fal- conwood Hospital and those who sent flowers and cards of sympathy in their sad bereavement.

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CARD or THANKS

' -Mrs. Percy Allen, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Wright and Family. wish to express their sincere thanks to all who sent cards and letters of sym- pathy, or helped in any way dur- lng their recent std bereavement.

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Mr. and Mrs. George MacDon- ald and Gerald wish to thank all those who helped during the recent flu. upoclally the City Fire Man who were kind enough to

nail the second trip out.

Inquiry Into

Fishermenis

Loan Board Operations

F0110Wln8 is a continuation of the evidence taken at North Rus- tico on Monday in connection with the inquiry under Judge J. S. Des- Roches. Commissioner. into the operations of the Fisher-men's Loantlioard. The witnesses were examined by Mr. J. O. C. Camp. bell. counsel for the Commission.

George W. Rolilnga Sworn

Q: You live in North Rustico? A: Yes sir.

Q: What is your occupation? A: I was a dab buyer for a number of years.

NQ: Are you tlsh buying now? A:

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Q: Before the war buying fish? A: Yes.

Q: You have a complaint that when loans were made too much consideration was given. in your opinion, to flshermen's unions ra- ther than to the individual fisher- men. A: Yes.

Q: You say that individual fish- ermen found it hard to get loans? A: Yes. They were only interest- ed in the larger loans. I firmly believe that they should forget the little loans.

Q: We had evidence that some of the loans were for 3300.00. A: I know during the last years.

Q: It was the policy of the Board that you disagree with? A: Yes.

Q: You believe the policy should be changed to give larger loans to individual fishermen, not to firms? A: That's right. I would like to know about the loans giv- an to i'lshermen's Unions .'rom 1938 on-it would clear up a lot of talk.

Q: What is the talk-if you have anything to tell. tell us-we are the people who want to know those things. A: I wanted some information about Fisher-men's Un- ion.

Q: We are here to get inform- ation-the Commission does not know about that. A: I was mis- informed.

Q: This isn't the place to come for this information-later on in the hearing. A: I will call in at a later date.

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James C. Blacqulcre Sworn

Q: Will you just tell us your story? A: I made small loans in '37 and '38, about there, and more or less had the impression that I would never be bothered about them any more. Found in later years they began deducting my gasoline rebate with the exception of the year of an election-didn't deduct that year.

Q: There were two election years-we can check on that. Al- so, would you say the loans were more plentiful in an election year? A: That was the general impres- sion in Rustico and according to Mr. (Marin) Gallant's statement, I guess it was correct.

Q: More people applied? A: Yes.

Q: Before you go any further. are you suggesting that money loaned in election years, for in- stance. went for purposes that were not i"lshermen's loans? A: Yes.

Q: Have you any suggestions as to how that was accomplished? A: Well-loans made to other than bona tide fishermen. The only proof I have to back the statement up-you might find boats lying on the shore today-those men are farming-the boats have rotted on the shore.