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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1942-04-23, Page 3THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE Thursday, April 23rd, The Quality Tea portunity to record his views on such questions. The one question you will have to answer is brief and definite and h| as follows: "Are you in favor of releasing' the Government from any obligation arising out of past commitments re­ stricting the methods of raising men for military service.” 5. You are called upon to antici­ pate what the Government’ may or may, not do in the event of an af­ firmative reply. If you feel that the Government should be from made, relieve sue is released already vote to this is- W. H. Golding, M.P. for Huron-Perth Appeals for “Yes” Vote In a radio address at Wingham on Wednesday evening of last week, W, H. Golding, M.P, for Huron- Perth electoral district, said: Ladies and Gentlemen of/the Radio audience; As the executive of the Huron County War Service Committee has undertaken to organize our 'Coun­ ty for the purpose of securing a . splendid affirmative vote for the plebiscite on April 27th, I have been invited by the executive to speak to you this evening on this plebiscite vote. My first words this evening, therefore, are to assure the execu­ tive that I deeply appreciate their kindness in extending this invita­ tion to me at this time, as I fully realize the fact that this Commit­ tee is definitely npn-partisan and is only concerned with a successful prosecution of this Country’s war - effort. I congratulate the Committee on the action they have taken, and which is a splendid example for all other Counties to'follow. The decision of the Government to hold a .plebiscite to determine whether the people of Canada are willing to release it from "any ob­ ligation arising out of past com­ mitments restricting the methods of raising men for military services”, adds a new duty to the many you have already assumed. It becomes incumbent on us‘all, if we are to/be true to our aim of fostering and en­ couraging a maximum wai* effort, -to unite in an intensive campaign to ensure that the response to the proposal to free the administra­ tion from past undertakings, shall be a decisive, an overwhelming, em­ phatic "Yes”. New voters lists will be prepared. Our first duty th eq ist to see that the names of all loyal and .patriotic citizens are inscribed on the rolls. Make sure that the voice of your friends and yourself are not silenced through some carelessness or over­ sight, Our second duty is to see that on the day of the voting, ev­ ery effort is made to record a huge affirmative vote. All-Out War Effort We have heard a great deal about an "All-Out War Effort”. Here, then, is your opportunity to con­ vince the Government that nothing­ short of an “all out war effort” will satisfy the electors of this Do­ minion. In every appeal that has been made to you, your response has been magnificent. Your efforts in connection with the war loans and other phases of our determina­ tion to prosecute this 'Country’s part in the war, to the limit of our ability has been such that it has made me feel proud to be represent­ ing you in these critical and serious ■times, You may wonder, -then, why I now feel it my duty to urge you to follow what is so obviously the only logical course of action in this particular case. Many of you, no doubt, have al- fully realized the implications negative vote. To refuse to past commitments is -to de­ in affect, that no matter what ready of a waive clare, emergency may face the couiitry, under vastly changed conditions, no one should be compelled, under any Circumstances, to defend Canada in beyond the the Domin- be called on any field of action geographical limits of ion. That no one is to to strike a blow for his country Until the enemy has landed or is about to land on its shor'es. Koil Them Beffer Wifii^ OGDEN’S^ CIGARETTE TOBACCO It does seem to me that if each citizen will endeavor to analyze the serious situation which this coun­ try, as well as all of the Allied Na­ tions, are now facing, there would be very few negative votes polled. . And these votes would probably re­ present 'the following types of per­ sons: (a) A few sincere individuals who believe that no one should fight oi’ be compelled to fight no matter What the provocation or how just the cause, (b) Some misguided persons who still believe that the Axis powers have no designs on Canada and we should remain neutral and lated. (c) People who so distrust 'Government that they suspect it will introduce overseas conscrip­ tion whether or not it becomes ne cessary or advisable. (d) Those who are not in sym­ pathy with the aims of the Democ­ racies and those who may abstain from voting for reasons, which when examined and analyzed, provide, no justification for such action; they represent whims, prejudices, sus­ picions and grievances rather than considered thought. Let us then clearly understand and be prepared to discuss the lowing points: 1. You are not called op to clare whether you approve of policy of holding a plebiscite; may denounce it as cowardly, con- temptable and shameful or you may praise it as honest, statesmanlike, far-seeing and democratic, but the ballot gives you no opportunity of expressing either of these views. If you believe that the Government should have assumed the responsi­ bility without recourse to a plebis- cite^y'ou will injure your own cause if you. abstain from voting or>vote “no” to indicate your disapproval. Your “yes” vote is the only means open to you of bringing pressure on the Government to make the de­ cision you desire. 2. You are not called on by this plebiscite to declare whether or not you believe in conscription for over­ seas now. An affirmative vpte simply means that in the event of competent, informed opinion con­ cluding the defeat of the Axis pow­ ers can best be obtained by the use of compulsion to ensure adequate forces to points where they can be of the greatest value. Your govern­ ment will not .be held back by un­ dertakings given under conditions which were entirely different from those Which now exist. 3. You are not called on by this plebiscite "to vote for or against the Government. Party affiliations .and political views should not affect your judgment, as all parties in the House are asking for an affirma­ tive vote on this plebiscite; .at least that is the wish of the Lib­ erals,* of the 'Conservatives, G.C.F.’s and Social Credit group. An af­ firmative vote is not a vote for the Government nor is a negative one a condemnation. This is the ans­ wer, alike, to those who never vot­ ed for a Liberal Government and to those who fear an affirmative ans­ wer will embarass the Government by removing the last obstacle to its making a difficult decision. 4. You are not called on to decide any question, other than whether the Government should feel free to follow a policy that may become necessary to ensure victory. The decision must not be affected toy other considerations. Therefore, disregard points raised to distort your judgment on this one issue. We have certain sections of our people who denounce the Govern­ ment for coddling labour; other Sections denounce it for being too hostile to labour; Others insist -that all wealth should be conscripted or that this class or that class is not .receiving fair treatment. The pleb­ iscite does ipt give -anyone an op- not voting o£ any other This is oui' gas tor to put part of war as that' iso­ the that fol- de- t'he you regain their free- a war to prevent the falling back into the Enlightened self-inter- our full participation. any commitments then you should so them. As citizens, definitely yours and your responsibility cannot be passed on to someone else. Indeed I feel that I cannot emphasize this point too strongly. You may feel that on ac­ count of the scarcity of gas, etc,, you cannot conveniently get out to poll your vote. This’ must be squarely met by yourself. However, we should remember that splendid votes have been given on important issues long before we had transportation, 6. You are Canada ahead the Empire, much as it is Britain’s war, as much as it is China’s or Russia’s or the war of the United States of America, It is more than that. It is a war of free people everywhere and of those seeking to dom. It is world from dark ages, est dictates Finally, ye must remember one thing above all else—the probable reaction of bur Allies and of our enemies, to the„ result. We can analyze, discuss and explain the vote to our own’ satisfaction, at our leisure, but the re-action abroad will be immediate and conclusive. A substantial affirmative majority will be accepted as a demonstration of national 'unity. A declaration that the Canadian people are ready to make the utmost sacrifice for the common cause. A negative ma­ jority or even a substantial nega­ tive minority would be a veritable tragedy. Canada would be classed as largely isolationist and neutral, if not openly anti-British and anti- Ally. The proud position which our Dominion gained in the comity of nations, through the heroism of her sons and daughters in the years 1914 to 1918 would 'be sacrificed. Undoubtedly ,we would be lowered in the eyes of all our Democratic Allies. Therefore, let there be no doubt or complacency or apathy as the plebiscite approaches. Unanimity is too 'much to hope for but let us all 'unite in. an effort to roll up, a majority that will silence Canada’s critics. In conclusion may I appeal to all Legions, Service Clubs, Chambers of ‘Commerce, Boards of Trade, Municipal Councils, County Coun­ cils, -leaders in Church work and all others who in any way take an in­ terest in the welfare of our country, to use their influence and lend a helping hand in assisting this coun­ ty’s war service committee to make this vote one which every citizen in this district, in this country and throughout the Empire, may well be proud of. Now ladies and gentlemen, I am glad to have had the opportunity of making this appeal to our -county and to my own riding of Huron-Perth and I am anxious to make the same appeal to all those Whp may be listening in on this program. Appeals along these lines are being made in many”sec­ tions of our Dominion. CARLING—HARTELEY In a pretty ceremony at St. Peter’s Cathedral, London, Saturday morn­ ing, Helen Frances, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Hateley, of London, became the bride of Harold Essery Carling, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas 'Carling, also of Lon­ don, and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Carling, of Exeter. Rev, Father Smith officiated. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a floor-length dress of chenille marquisette with elbow-length sleev- es and sweetheart neckline, Her long veil pf illusion net was arrang­ ed with a Juliet cap of seed pearls and she carried a shower bouguet of Johanna Hill roses, Miss Jose­ phine Flannery, as maid of honor, wore a dirndl frock of blue'net and lace with elbow length sleeves and sweetheart neckline and hood of matching net. She carried a Colon­ ial bouquet of pink carnations. Mrs. Syd, Lofthouse, as bridesmaid, wore a similar dress in pink and carried, a Colonial bouquet of blue carna­ tions.’ Pilot Officer Jack Malloy, of Ottawa, was best man and bride’s brother, of St. Thomas, John Carling were ushers, ding music was played by en M. Kirwin, A.T.C.M., soil, and Miss Margaret of Ingersoll, was the soloist ter the ceremony a reception was held at the 'Cobblestone Inn, where the bride’s mother received in a navy redingote dress with candy­ stripe collai’ and cuffs and match­ ing hat. Her .corsage was of pink roses and sweet peas. The groom’s mother received in a navy redingote dress with matching hat and cor­ sage of red roses. Mr. and Mrs, Harold Essery Carling left on a short wedding trip before taking up re­ sidence in Charlottetown, P.E.I. Guests were present from Ottawa, Belleville, Sudbury, Toronto, Or­ illia, Sarnia, Exeter, Ingersoll and Aylmer. ■the and wed- Hel- The Miss of Inger- Copeland, Af- Why does tile man who considers advertising the ‘bunk’ always get into a dither when he reads his competitor’s ads? To COMMUNICATION ❖ Goderich, Apr. 16, 1942 Editor: • Sir: I bring before your readers A Help to Those Who Are Past Middle Age When men and women get past middle age their energy and activity, in many instances, begin to de­ cline, and their general vitality is on the wane. Little ailments and sicknesses Seem harder to shake oft than formerly, and, here and there, evidences of a breakdown begin to appear, . Now is the timo those wishing to help maintain thetr health and vigour should take a course of Milburn’s Health and Nerve Pills, They help tone up and invigorate the patient by their tomb action on the system.Price 50c a box, 65 pills, at all drug counters. Look for our trade mark a “Red Heart” on the package. The T. Milbtiirti Cd., Limited, Toronto, Ont. the Dear May a project which has just been launch­ ed in Toronto and is asking for the support of all patriotic citizens. Dr. C. M. Hincks, of the Canadian Committee for Mental Hygiene, has just returned from Britain with two other Canadians aftei* a survey of conditions made with the approv­ al of the British government. In addressing an executive meet­ ing of the Ontario Home and School Federation Dr. Hincks stated that the great need at the present time is for trained workers who can teach others to help in the Nursery Schools which are being opened at the rate of 100 per week, because the mothers have to go into war work. Twenty-five trained workers are ready to go. $100,000 are needed for a beginning. Canadians offered to take 200,000 children from Britain; only a frac­ tion of that number were able to come. As they can’t come to us, we can send the workers to them. If they needed care then, they far more now. This is a second cliance the children. Perhaps WE something about it. Further information may tained from Dr. C. M. Hincks, Men­ tal Hygiene Council, Toronto. Mrs. A. Taylor, Goderich need it be ob' Phone News Items to the Times* Advocate. Tips on happenings ate always appreciated. | DR. STANBURY EXPLAINS TRANSFUSION QNIT TO KING ANP QUEEN Their Majesties King George and Queen Elizabeth saw their first mo­ bile blood transfusion unit recent­ ly when they watched the activities of a mobile section of the Regional Blood Transfusion Service in charge of Dr. W- S. Stanbury, son of Judge', J. G. S. Stanbury, of St, Catharines, and formerly of Exeter. This was revealed to the Hamilton spectator by its London correspondent. The King and Queen appeared to be greatly surprised at the vast number of donations made by the people of England to create stores of valuable blood serum for use in emergency treatments, the story in­ dicated, The King discussed with Dr. Stanbury the shipment of blood serum weekly to the Royal Navy and recalled that his sister, the Princess Royal, had given blood. Dr, Stanbury was able Majesty that he had transfusion. Dr. Stanbury went to 1939 as senior lecturer pathology at Leeds University, When t'he heavy bombings started, existing blood stocks were rapidly depleted and blood donations on a large scale were undertaken, Dr. Stanbury was placed in charge of organizing the north and east ridings of York,-' shire, embracing av population- of four or five million people. Although the quota for his district was set at 100,000, the number of donors had grown to 250,000 by last No­ vember, Dr, Stanbury said in a let­ ter to his parents. to tell his taken the England in of clinical The “guard rail” at the Saltford hill near the northerly limits of Goderich, comprising about twenty- two tons of steel is to be salvaged for war work. The six hundred foot chain and anchor has been or­ dered seized by the steel control­ ler. It will be cut into four-foot lengths and shipped to the munitions plants. In recent years a collector offered $1,000 for -the chain and anchor. ’ Each link Weighs from six to eight pounds. In a Wo J J IN a world at war, one of the few things that: men and women may be certain about is their Confederation Life Insurance. This was proven during the last Great War, and thousands of people who bought life insurance during that period are now enjoying either a monthly income fromit or have a substantial cash anchor to windward. What they did then, you can do today, by means of a Confederation Life Policy. Confederation Life Policies may be bad with Monthly Income Total Disability Benefits. Before You Insure Consult HEAD OFFICE TORONTO F. J. DELBRIDGE, Representative EXETER