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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1952-02-14, Page 2Clinton News Record THE CLINTON 'NEW EM (Established 1865) THE CLINTON NEWS-RECORD (Established 1881) Amalgamated 1924 An Independent Newspaper devoted to the Interests of the Town of Clinton and Surrounding District Population, 2,543; Trading Area, 10,000; Retail Market, $2,000,000; Rate, .04 per line flat Sworn Circul ation, — 2,126 Home of Clinton RCAF Station and Adastral Park (residential) e MEMBER: Canadian Weekly Wewspapers Association; Ontario-Quebec Division, dWNA;- Western Ontario Counties Preps Association SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Payable in advance—Canada and Great Britain; $2.50 a year; United States and Foreign: $3,50; Single Cc/pies Six Cents Delivered by carrier to RCAF Station and ,Adastral Park-225 cents a month; seven cents a copy Authorized as second class mail, Post Offiee Department, Ottawa Published EVERY THURSDAY at CLINTON, Ontario, Canada, in the Heart of Huron County R. S. ATKEY, Editor and Business Manager A. L. COLQUHOUN, Plant Manager THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1952 Declaration Of Accession QUEEN ELIZABETH II attended a Privy Council meeting at St. James' Palace Friday last, February 8, to make her declaration of accession to the Throne, • She said: "By the sudden death of my dear father I am called to assume the duties and, respon- sibilities of sovereignty. "At this time of deep sorrow, it is of pro- found consolation to me to be assured of the sympathy which you and all my Peoples feel towards me, to my mother, and my sister and to the other members of my family. "My father was a revered and beloved head, as he was of the wider family of his subjects; the grief which his loss brings is shared among us all. My heart is too full for me to say more to you to-day than that I shall always work as my father did through- out his reign to uphold constitutional govern- ment and to advance the happiness and pros- perity of my peoples, spread as they are all the world over. "I know that in my .resolve to follow his. shining example of service and devotion, I shall be inspired by the loyalty and affection of those whose Queen I have been called to be, and by the counsel of their elected parl- iament. "I pray that God will help me to discharge worthily this heavy task that has been laid upon me so early in my life." Valedictory. For Beloved King JOHN MASEFIELD, Britain's poet laureate, has pub- lished his valedictory for the late King George VI: "0 Wisdom,`"who, with power infinite, Utterest death to every creature born, Grant to us now the mercy of Thy Light, With comfort to beloved Queens who mourn." Captain, What Of The Night? (By R. J. DEACHMAN, I HAVE BEEN glancing over the records of the past; they disturb me. Expenditures of governments are running wild. Taxes are high. We are not now at war; that may lie in the future. We have had a period of rampant Prosperity. Periods of inflation are always pleasant, but what of the aftermath? Normally, we measure production by its dollar value, but in present conditions it is wise now and then to look at physical volume. It brings us closer to realities. The figures in this article are from The Canada Year Book, 1950, page 420. Table 1 Physical Volume of Agricultural Production 1935-39=100 .1935-39 100 1940_ 130.1 1941 108.7 1942 164.2 1943 113.7 1944 140.4 1945 110.9 1946 125.8 1947 115.8 1948 125.2 The figures given above show the change in the physical volume of production. The picture alters when we take into consideration the price index of farm products in the same years. The figures are found on Page 419 of the Canada Year Book: 100 1935-39 1940 96.8 1941 110.2 133.1 1942 1943 157.8 172.4 1944 184.2 1945 1946 200.8 212.5 1947 1948 The story is quite clear. Volume of agri- cultural production increased slowly, very slowly. Higher prices brought Substantial gains to agriculture. A decline to the old price level -or anywhere near-it, would be a tragedy for agriculture. There is a problem. We know what has happened in the past. Will we fol- low the Same pattern in the future? * * * The statistics of railway operations reveal similar distortion of conditions. When railway , statistics reflect an increase in gross earnings we may expect a reduetion in Ioperating costs. From 1939 to 1943 gross earnings of Canadian railways increased from $367,179,095 in 1939 to $778,914,565 in 1943. Meanwhile the operat- ing ratio—the number of cents expended to ex-Mr for North Huron) earn a dollar of income declined from 82.89 cents to 71.98 cents. From 1944 to 1948 earn- ings increased from 1796,636,786 to $875,832,290. Operating expenses increased from $634,774,021 in. 1944 to $808,126,455 in 1948 and the operat- ing ratio indreased from 79.68' to 92.27. It took more cents to earn a dollar—the profit margin was wearing thin, The business was there, the railways got it but in a period of inflation costs get out of control. An increase in operating costs is a danger signal in any business. It raises a question: What will hap- pen if volume of business declines? ' Conditions " chang6 rapidly in Canada. Consider, fora moment, the movement of ex- ports and imports over a peribd of years. In 1944 exports, reached the highest level of all time, $3,483,098,612. The lowest level between.t 1919 and 1948 was $497,913,,597. That was in 1932 at the bottom of the depression. What happened to imports? The peak was in 1950—$3,157,072,673. The lowest between 1919 and 1950 was $401,214,311, There was a wide swing both ways in our foreign 'trade during this period. These wild gyrations with-. in a few short years give some idea of the changes in conditions. The boom of 1940-48 was in part the reflections of post-war eon-, ditions. The increase in value represents, in the last few years, increases in prices—not necessarily in volume and prices depend on world conditions. "Captain, what of the night?" Govern- ment expenditures are rather high aren't they? We are face to face' with more expenditures— preparations for war. Call it preparations to avoid war. It,' seems easier to take when we Put it that way, The theory of the budget builderS is founded on the idea that if military commitments tend top increase, other expend- itures should contract. A billion dollars does not go far when expended in social Services. It only sharpens the appetite for more. What should be done about it? Pause long enough to re-read the first two tables in this story. The increase in the volume of pro- duction is very small; prices have risen sharply. What would happen if an economic frost led to a sharp decline in prices? There's a craving among the voters for government money, a soft spot in the hearts of the MP's! "Captain", what should I say, "What of the night?"—more truly, "What of the Ship?". There is just a possibility that ten years from today, or even 30 years, those... in charge of our affairs may if we might not in our times have steered a wiser course on some things which were great and many that were small. • Huron College Campaign Starts March 2 Within these new buildings of Huron.College in London, as many as 176 students take, classes and find their accommodation. Although the Gothic structiure is essentially an edifice to the teaching of Divinity, more than 100 students of othic structure is essentially an edifice to the denominations, also are accommodated. Built at a cost of $1,359,000, the building fund is still $375)900 short of the mark, and Rt. Rev. G. N. Luxton, Bishop of Huron, is to inaugurate a campaign in the Diocese to raise that amount. It commences March 2, Chairman for St. Paul's Anglican Parish, Clinton, is W. V. Roy. ACCOUNTANCY ROY N. BENTLEY Licensed Public Accountant 15 Warren St., Goderich, Ont. Telephone 152W ERNEST W. HUNTER Chartered Accountant 116 Thompson, Road, London, Ont. Phone 3-9701 RONALD G. McCANN Public Accountant Office: Royal Beek Bldg. Phones: Office 561; Res. 455 CHIROPRACTIC D. IL McINI4ES Chiropractic - Foot Correction OFFICE HOURS: Hotel. Clinton, Friday, 1 to 8 Commercial Hotel, Seaf Monday, 1 to 8 p.m. MUSIC MRS. FRANK SPEAIGHT Teakher Of Piano and Theory Pupils prepared for Examinations Phone Clinton 405 4-tfb EBENEZER Ebenezer WA Meets The WA of Ebenezer United Church met at the home of the president, Mrs, Frank Jones, for the February meeting. This meeting was opened by singing the theme song, follow- ed by the Women's Creed and the Lord's Prayer in unison, which was followed...by the hymn "Sweet Hour of Prayer." The Scripture, and prayer were given by Mrs. I. Merrill. The roll call was an- swered by eleven members and there were two visitors. The min- utes of the last meeting were read and adopted. During the business session, plans were made for a social to be held in the school, Feb; 22. The chapter from the study heolc was taken by Mrs. I. Merrill, arid poems were read by .Mrs. Harr, Oakes and Mrs. W. Biggin, .The Meeting was closed by a, hymn and the Mlzpah benedictrom Lunch was served by the hostess. Quick Canadian Facts from Quick Calladidil Facts 1, Which province has the smal- lest population per square mile? 2. 'Where is. Canada's highest mountain? 3, Name the four provinces that entered Confederation in 1967, 4. What is the weekly interest cost of the national public debt? 5.1n 1867 what important event occurred along Canada's north- western. boundary? ANSWERS: 5. Alaska was pur-chased from Russia by the U.S. 3. N.s„ N.B„ Que., Ont. 1. B.C. 4, More than $8 million weekly. 2, In the Yukon, Mt. Logan, (Material supplied by the Ed- itors of Quick Canadian Facts, the handbook of facts about Can- ada,) Quality Service DRUGS SPECIAL Hudnut Home Permanent Refill Plus Creme Rinse Both for $1.75 Noxzema Skin Cream Special 10 oz. jar — 1.25 Nestle Color Tint Capsules—All Colors Each tint lasts through 3 shampoos 6 rinses — 39c. Toilet Lanolin for the Hair 1 oz. tube-50c 2 oz. tube-85c Hudnut 'Creme Hair Dressing Free Dispenser with each bottle Special — 1.25 SILVIKRIN ORGANIC HAIR -FOOD • For Dandruff — Falling Hair and Baldness Where the roots of the hair are under nourished 3.00 per bottle SILVIKRIN HAIR DRESSING For Dry or Oily Hair 85c per bottle W. C. Newcombe, Phm.B. CHEMIST and DRUGGIST • PHONE 51 FURNITURE Every piece of quality furniture we sell . . . Helps us sell another— Try us sometime for price and quality. ONTUFAIL BEATTIE'S Phone 184W :-/ityllank is, Canada's First Bank AO-It/ 4d MY RAN H to 4 OM (44,40/441 WOPKING- WITH tliNADIANS EVEK,Y WALf( 1811 tor Two CLINTON NEWS-RECORD 71H7H$DAY*, .FMAITJARY 14, 1952. INSURANCE Buy LIFE Insurance To-day! To-morrow may be too late! JOHN R. & LLOYD K. BUTLER Representatives CONFEDERATION LIFE INSURANCE Phone 274 — Clinton — Box 315 Be Sure • • Be Insured K. W. .COLQUI1OUN GENERAL INSURANCE Representative: Sun Life Asstinance Co. of Canada Office: Royal Bank Building Office 50 - PHONES - Res. 1:1W Insure the "Co-op" Way W. V. ROY District Representative Box 310 Clinton, Ontario Phone Collect Office' 557 Rea. 3243 H. C. LAWSON Bank of Montreal Building Clinton PHONES: Office 251W; Rea. 251J Insurance -- Real Estate Agent: Mutual Life Assurance Co. J. E. HOWARD. Hayfield Phone Bayfield 53r2 Car - Fire - Life - Accident Wind Insurance It you need Ifisurance, I have a Policy. JAMES S. CULP 52 Elgin Ave. Phone 512 Goderich Representative of State-Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. Or Clinton, Bayfield and Goderloh areas. LOBS INSURANCE AGENCY Cor. Willie)" and Rattenbury Sts. Phone 691W — GENERAL INSURANCE -- Representative: Dom. of Canada General (Life) Howick Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Co. THE McKILLOP MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY Head Office, Seaforth Officers I952—President, J. L. Malone, Seaforth; vice-president, J. H. McEwing, Blyth; manger and secretary-treasurer, M. A. Reid, Seaforth. Directors4—S, H. Whitmore, Seafbrth; Chris, Leon- hardt, Bornholm; E. I. Trewar- tha, Clinton; Robt. Archibald, Sea- forth; John H. lIcEwing, Blyth; Frank McGregor, Clinton; Wm. S. Alexander, Walton; J. L, Malone, Seaforth; Harv. Fuller, Goderich. Agents—j. E. Pepper, Bruce- field; R. F. MoKercher, Dublin; J. F. Prueter, Brodhagee; Leiper, Jr., Londesboro; S. Baker, Brustels. 25 YEARS AGO The Clinton News-Record Thursday, February 17, 1927 The AYPA of St. James' Church, Middleton, was enter- tained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hanly, Tuesday even- ing. Fred Sloman told the ladies of the Home and School Club, about his experience as teacher of a Government Car School in. Northern Ontario, Wilson-Miller—In Toronto, on February 2, 1927, Ilene Miller, Clinton, to Walter P. Wilson, Timmins. The annual IVIRSOliie At-home was held Friday night in the Town Hall. Prizes were award- ed: Mrs. E. Ward, Miss Evelyn Hall, Dr. F. A. Axon and G. Hanly, Members of the Kelly Circle met at the home' of Mr's. Robert Watson,. Brucefield and quilted two quilts which are to be sent with fruit and clothing to Si. Christopher House, Toronto. Miss Janet Aikenheacl, as dele- gate from Brucefield Hortictiltur- al Society, attended the Horti-' cultural convention held in To- ronto last week. George Lyon, of 12th conces- sion, Hullett Township, is spend- ing two weeks .as the guest of Miss Esther Lyon, Londesboro. William Ball, Huron Road East, recently sold •a horse to Lorne Wilson, Brucefield. 0. E. Erratt, Auburn, was in Toronto. Tuesday. Telephone conversation across the Atlantic is now possible. Wal- ter S, Gifford, president of Bell Telephone System, New York, spoke to Sir Evelyn Murray, British Post Office, London, at the official opening of the trans- Atlantic circuit. Miss Ruth Dale, Clinton, spent the weekend with Dr. M. A. and Mrs. Shipley, Blyth. Miss Elinor Broder, Morris- burg, has been visiting with her sisters, Mrs. M. D. and Mrs. G. D. MeTaggart, Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy, w h o have been visiting Mrs. E. Her- man, Clinton, left Monday to visit in Bolton a few days before returning home to Kenora. Four men skated to Bayfield from Goderich last week. The ice has been good on both the river and the lake. 40 YEARS AGO The Clinton News Record Thursday, February 15, 1912 A conundrum: "Suppose you went out with one hundred dol- lars in your pocket to buy one hundred head of stock, and cows cost $10 each, sheep $3 and little OPTOMETRY A. L. COLE, R.O. Eyes Examined end Glasses Fitted Goderich - Phone 33 GORDON R. HEARN Optometrist. .Phone 69 Huron Street, Clinton JOHN E. LONGSTAFF Optometrist Phone 791. Main St., Seaforth Hours: 9 am - 6 pm. Wed. 9 - 12.30; Sat. 9 am - 9 pm REAL. ESTATE LEONARD G. WINTER Rea/ Estate and Business Broker SLOAN BLOCK, CLINTON Phone: Office 448; Res. 599j LEGAL ROBERT E. BARNES Barrister and Solicitor Albert Street Clinton (Over Lockwood'a 'Barber Shop) Office Hours; Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 a:tn. to 5 p.m. Telephones: Clinton 661 Goderich 1257, VETERINARY DR. G. S. ELLIOTT Veterinarian Phone 208 Clinton pigs fifty cents eiieh, how many of each kind would YOU 'have? Fire in, St. Andrew's Church, Bayfield, caused by overheated stove, was brought under control by the formation of a bucket brigade. / John B. Mustard, Brucefield, has purchased the sawmill and chopper from his father and will continue the business. Kennedy-Finch—In Clinton, on February 7, 1912, by Rev. W. W. Wylie, Pearl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Finch, to William Kennedy, all of Clinton. A. M. LaFrance, Walkerton, has joined the News-Record staff. Mrs. (Dr.) Thompson and little Miss Marion are visiting Mrs. Clark, Hanover, this week. Mrs. James Finch, Sr., Strat- ford, is visiting in town the guest of Mr. and Mrs. James Finch. The Clinton New Era Thursday, February 15, 1912 Barn belonging to Fred Hag- gits, Blyth, was totally destroyed" this morning. Loss estimated at $7,700 is only partially covered with insurance. Fred Gibb and Albert Carter, London Road, captured two fine cows in one of the trees they were cutting for Frank Grant. Miss Maggie Shepherd, Hul- lett, spent last week with Miss Jessie Youngblut, of the bound- ary line. T. A. Greig is in Toronto this week. Mrs. J. Hartley is visiting in Wingham and Wroxeter. A. T. Cooper is attending the Temperance Congress at Toronto this week. Mr. and Mrs. W. T. O'Neil en- tertained Willis Church Choir on Wednesday, evening. Decision to., canvass the town to see if $600 could be raised •to build a skating rink here, was made by Council, on Monday. • inumnommimmonsummuno CALL SEE YOUR IN AND US ABOUT PROBLEMS on: EAVESTROUGHING ` -AIR EVERY BATEMAN ELECTRICAL WIRING AIR-CONDITIONING GRAVITY WARM HETTING PLUMBING WISE Phone A FURNACE and 147—Clinton FOR JOB 11111111111111M1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111M111111111011 379 Vancouver As ati added the investors ern , Ontario, Burns, of our tion, is broadcasting closing market tions on the and other changes dt over Station Thomas, (dial ovary day through Friday. • Bongard Richmond St. London, Members Toronto Stock Montreal Stook Winnipeg Grain Stock Montreal Curb Calgary Stook Other TORONTO - VANCOUVER HAM/LTON : WINDSOR, , atitiPli service to of West- "Mort" organiza- quota- Toronto Stock Ex.: 6:15 p.m. CHLO, St. 680), Monday , Eit.Co. 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