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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1953-02-12, Page 2Page 2 the: times-advocate, exeter, Ontario, Thursday morning, February 12,1953 XhiS journal shall always fight for progress, reform and public welfare, never be afraid te at­ tack wrong, never belong to any political party, never be satisfied with merely printing news. THURSDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 12, 1953 Restore Confidence Investigations Necessary In Armed Forces South Huron Warden The people of South Huron extend con­ gratulations to the reeve of Hensail, Alvin Kerslake, who was elected warden of Hur­ on county during the January session. Mr. Kerslake’s record of long and meritorious service to his village and to the county indicates he is most capable to per­ form his new duties and he deserves the honor. In a day when many people shrink from public office, it is heartening to see young men of Mr. Kerslake's ability and earnestness shouldering the responsibilities of democratic government. The Times-Advocate wishes him a suc­ cessful year- in the county chair and good fortune in future activities in public life. More Comment Managing editors of Canadian news­ papers, meeting in London last week, ap­ pealed for more constructive criticism and comment from readers to help them deter­ mine the content readers want or favor in newspapers. They felt newspapers could do a bet­ ter job if they received more comment from readers, Some readers, the editors said, were quick to find errors in newspapers but hesi­ tant to compliment them when a good job was done. The remarks of these top Canadian newspapermen apply similarly to weekly papers. It is not an easy task for several per­ sons to determine what thousands of read­ ers wish to see in their hometown news­ paper. Every editor, of course, decisions which he feels are bests but none are hesitant to change their opinions if they meet with the disapproval of a majority of readers. Most of the few comments which an editor receives concerning the content of his newspaper are second-hand and this, unfortunately, affords him little chance to discuss it seriously with the reader. Editors are happy to have readers comment or present their views on various subjects through letters to the editor and as long as the writer will sign his name to the article and be responsible for it, these letters are published at the earliest oppor­ tunity. Today, however, it would appear there are few people who wish tn dn this.* * * * Sensible Plan The Ontario Temperance Federation has asked the members of the Ontario legisla­ ture to support a program of alcohol educa­ tion which it has submitted to the govern­ ment. The plan calls for one percent of the net proceeds from the operation of the Li­ quor Control Board to be made available for the “express purpose of disseminating, through advertising periodicals printed and circulated in Ontario, educational and scien­ tific information on the nature and effect of alcohol on the individual and on society. Under this program the Federation says: “Thus'some of the ‘profits’ now com­ ing from the sale of alcoholic beverages would be invested in a preventive education program and moral ‘loss’ resulting from this indulgence. This, in our opinion, is a positive ap­ proach to a grave problem and one which should receive whole-hearted support. Although many are hesitant about deny­ ing any person the right to purchase alco­ holic beverage, all will agree that the im­ proper use of it has led to a tremendous social dilemma which has greatly burdened the services of police, public health and welfare, children’s aid and family court. Al­ cohol has undoubtedly destroyed too many people, too many families. An alcohol program is a sensible me­ thod of approaching the people about this collective headache. It would be most difficult to under­ stand why the government would refuse to accept the Federation’s plan. Recent developments at RCAF Stations Centralia and Clinton indicate all is not well within these two large national de­ fense training posts. Two civilian workers at Centralia have been convicted of theft of goods from the station. Two airmen have been charged with stealing weapons. An aircraftsman at Clinton, charged with being indecently clad, was acquitted by Magistrate Dudlley Holmes after he heard evidence that uniforms -worn by RC- AF personnel in the kitchens were too small to provide decent covering. The magistrate commented: “No seats on the pants of the uniforms at Clinton, and horses on the payroll at Petawawa—is that the way the taxpayers’ money is being spent at defence training stations. This should go before a parliamentary committee. Such nig- gardlly spending. Surely it shows neglect of top brass.’’ Many people will agree with the court’s comment. The recent clamor about the Currie re­ port tabled in the House of Commons high­ lights these irregularities of course. The re­ port, although it deals with only one small segment of the national defence program, indicates definitely that at least part of the responsibility for the irregularities found at Petawawa lies on the shoulders of those “higher-up”. Citizens are interested to. see that ac­ tion is being taken to curb and punish per­ sons who are stealing or misusing public property. Nevertheless, many suspect that some of the onus for these irregularities falls on superior service personnel respons­ ible for the civilians and those of lesser ranks. The public wish to see a complete in­ vestigation by whatever authority is neces­ sary to perform this duty without fear or favor. : Until such action is taken and the re­ sults made known, it is certain the armed forces will not receive the amount of con­ fidence from the citizens of Canada they deserve.* * * * Higher Tariffs The Ontario Agricultural Council has asked for legislation to protect the pro­ vince’s cheese and sugar beet industries from importation of cheaper competition. This is another in a series of protests to the federal government to raise tariff barriers in order that goods produced in Canada can be sold here at a profit. It is notable that this comes at a time when the idea of freer trade among nations is becoming more popular. Farm forums and other agricultural groups have endorsed this theory generally as a solution to some of the world’s ills. However, it is only natural that when one of our local industries is being threat­ ened by this policy we should react against it. In some cases there is no doubt that this is justified. In others, however, if we wish to promote this freer trade we must be ready to accept some of the setbacks and disadvantages of it. It is impossible to say whether the government is deliberately allowing this competition to squeeze out local industries which it feels are not satisfactory. If it is, of course, the proper way to do it is to be honest about it. The appalling point about the freer trade theory in Canada as far as agriculture is concerned is that fact that most of the manufacturing industries of the nation are heavily protected by tariffs. Why, then, if the government sub­ scribes to the theory, should it not be ap­ plied to these industries? There is not the slightest indication that the protection around these industries is being lessened. In view of this situation, we cannot blame the agriculture groups for pressuring the government for protection of their in­ dustries. * * * « Canadian Wit And Wisdom More people would go to church if it weren’t exactly the proper thing to do.-— Bob Edwards, 1918 Windsor Star ***** Jottings By J.M.S. Canada $ Last week I touched on the great undertaking in progress at Kitimat, B.C., where five hun­ dred million dollars are being spent to erect a power plant for the production of aluminum and the building of a city of from 40 to 50 thousand people. The forerunner of the Kitimat project was the Shipshaw Power Development, situated at Arvida on the Saugenay River in North­ ern Quebec. Arvida is the larg­ est aluminum production centre in the world, and new uses are being found each day for this light, strong construction mater­ ial. The Arvida plant occupies an area of one and one-half miles long by three-quarters of a mile wide. The city has grown to a population of some eleven thou­ sand, a model of town planning. Something between forty-seven and fifty thousand workers were employed in the development. Two enormous storage dams were erected and a canal one and a half miles long was ex­ cavated. The power plants went into operation between 1941 and Great Developments 1943. Today Arvida, with its modern homes, sixteen well-equipped schools, four churches, recrea­ tion centre, etc., is one of the show places of industrial Can­ ada. Town Built By Airlift At Yellowknife, in the Yukon, where in 1935 there were no more than a dozen log huts, to­ day there is a thriving town of more than 3,000 people with all the conveniences and privileges of a modern city. It has wide, well laid-out streets and sub­ stantial-looking buildings. It is situated one thousand miles north of the northernmost trans­ continental railroad. Situated as it is, the only means of access­ ability was by air so that prac­ tically all Of the machinery, building equipment was flown in by the intrepid bush pilots. Niagara Development;' Not the least of the great un­ dertakings in progress is the hy­ dro development now under way at Niagara where a tunnel several miles long is being dug right 50 YEARS AGO At Section 3 schoolhouse, Stephen township, a large group assembled to hear a debate, “Resolved that a clean, cranky woman would make a better wife than a good natured, slouchy one.” Refeeres, Mr. D. Mack and Mr. John Rowe gave the decision in favor of the affirmative. Silas Stanlake, Sr. presided over the meeting. Mr. T. G. Harlton, who has been one of Exeter’s business men for the past year, leaves this week for Clandeboye where he will open a general store. Dr, H. K. Hyndman was ap­ pointed to the Usborne town­ ship board of health at a recent meeting. White Cane Week “What would you think if suddenly it were ‘Lights Out’ for you?—It could happen, you know. A car coming over a hill collides with another—maybe yours— and it could mean permanent loss of sight for yon. Accidents in the home, at play, or in in­ dustry—-all of these are hazards with which we have to contend, and you could be the victim,” stated J. Arthur MacNaughton, Chairman of the Manitoba Divi­ sion of the C.C.B. “To make citizens more conscious of these matters, The Canadian Council of the Blind and The Canadian National Institute for the Blind have been sponsoring White Cane Week since 1946.” Blindness, as defined by the Federal Government, is roughly 10 per cent of normal vision or less. Thus, you may often meet a person carrying a white cane who has some sight. In practical­ ly all parts of Canada, it is illegal for anyone to carry' a white cane, unless he is register­ ed with the C.N.I.B. Therefore, you may rest assured that any person so doing, if not totally blind, is seriously visually handi­ capped. “We feel” continued Mr, Mac- Naughton, “that if people could understand better their blind neighbours, they would find it much easier to offer assistance. Your fellow-citizen who uses a white cane will probably be no different from you, except for his loss of sight. He will think the same thoughts, enjoy the same books and attend the same concerts—blindness knows no race, colour, creed or class dis­ tinction.” To offer assistance in traffic Mr. MacNaughton suggested: “Let the blind person take your arm. He will follow you and be guided by your movements. Al­ ways cross with the traffic lights at the intersection. If you are a motorist, do not try to direct the blind pedestrian by blowing your horn. He has no way of knowing whether your action is intended for him, or someone else.” Mr. MacNaughton also sug­ gested you address your blind friend directly, rather than through his escort, For instance, “Will you have sugar in your tea, Mr. Jones”, rather than “Will Mr- Jones have sugar in his tea?” Sometimes assistance generously offered to a blind person has been rather rudely rejected. A blind person travel­ ling alons is under a nervous strain, and this nervous tension sometimes causes unintentional rudeness. If yoi? are a victim of such rudeness, practise the vir­ tue of forgiveness, and remem­ ber that the majority of those who carry the white cane do appreciate your many acts of kindness. When you think of Canada's blind, never forget that blind­ ness is no respector of persons —“It Could Be You.” NEIGHBORS uiiiiitiHiiuiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinoiiniiiuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiii News From Our TIMES" Go By and vice-president, and William Johns and Gilbert Duncan, audi­ tors, at the annual meeting of USborne and Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Co, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Traquair and Donald have returned from a five-week, 5.915 mile motor trip through 15 states. George A. Hyndman, 82, a member of one of the pioneer families of the community, died this week. He was a brother of the late Dr. H. K. Hyndman. Flood conditions prevailed around Exeter when a thaw swelled rivers and creeks. The Dashwood road was impassable as water covered the road to quite a depth at Sodom. Rev. A. A. Trumper, former­ ly of Exeter, was elected presi­ dent of London Humane So­ ciety, (tater ®imes;=^libocate Times Established 1878 Amalgamated 1924 Advocate Established 1881 Published Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ontario An Independent Newspaper Devoted to the Interests of the Town of Exeter and District Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa Member Of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association Member of the Ontario-Quebec Division of the OWNA Member of the Audit Bureau of Circulation / Paid-in-Advance Circulation as of March, 1952 2,534 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Canada, in advance, $3.00 a year — United States, in advance, $4.00 a year Single Copies 70 Each X Melvin Southcott * Publishers • Robert Southcott 25 YEARS AGO L.O.L. of South Huron met in Exeter. Local men elected were W.M., Herman Powe; treasurer, George Davis; chaplain, Rev. J. Foote. The county will observe July 12 in Hensall this year. Trail Rangers under the leadership of Miss A. McKenzie held a Father and Soil banquet ih Janies Street Church with ReV. Duncan McTavish as toast­master. Board of Education held its inaugural meeting. Organized With R, N. Creech, Chairman; J. G. Stanbury, vice-chairman, and Miss K. MacFaul, sberetary- treastirer; Representative to the library board, W. S. Howey. Ringing Of the town bell at 7, 12 1, add 6, Which. Was dis­ continued last year, will be re­ sumed, as citizens indicate they have missed it. W YEARS AGO Angus Sinclair and John Hac­ kney were re-elected president IO YEARS AGO Hazel I. Elliot, R.N., became the bride of P/0 II. L. Snider in a ceremony at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. O, Elliot. Many motorists were strand­ ed by a Snbw stdrm Which swept over the vicinity at the weekend, It was late Monday before the traffic was Resumed oh the highway. Both toilers of the Bank of Montreal were de­ layed by the storm. They alone knew ■ the combination of the vault. Merchants came to the rescue by making early deposits to enable the staff, to carry on business Until the tellers ar­ rived, Sgt. Pilot Ted Busweil re­ ceived his Wings With the gradu­ating class .at Centralia, He has now been posted to Summer* side, P.E.T. P/O's Jack Anderson and Lome Howdy have been pro­ moted to F/O’s overseas, under the city of Niagara Falls. The tunnel is about the height of a three,-storey building. Much publicity has been given lately to this new project. I had the pri­ vilege recently, along with other editors from Western Ontario, of going on a conducted tour over this project. The new power­ house is being built out of the solid rock, close to the present hydro station. According to Robert Saunders, Ontario Hydro Chairman, in the past twelve years the gross value of manufactured products in On­ tario increased 366 per cent, al­ lowing for the depreciation in the dollar. The number of employed persons increased 69 per cent. The hours of work decreased by 12 per cent. Design Plane For 1,000 Miles Per I just noticed in a daily paper that Arvo Canada Limited has completed the preliminary design for a new delta-wing fighter, believed to be in the 1,000-miles- an-hour class. If the report is correct Canada will soon be building a plane that will be able to travel faster than sound. Imagine a pilot landing at an airport and then listen to him­ self coming in. A short time ago Michael Cooper-Slipper, a test pilot for the Avro Company, flew an Orendo-powered Sabre fighter from Toronto to Montreal, a dis­ tance of 316 miles in 28 min­ utes, averaging 665 miles an hour. The speed of sound at the height he was travelling is 694 miles per hour. He travelled 11 miles a minute. The Avro Canada development is one of the miracles recently brought about in this Ontario of ours. Just a little over a year ago, the 183-acre site of Avro Canada’s multi-million dollar jet engine plant at Malton was a quiet dairy farm. In the short space of a year the new plant was built and according to the “Jet Age” in the first issue of this new publication floor space totalling 708,000 square feet was needed, housed in a build­ ing whose size could be doubled when production needs warrant­ ed. Usable head room of 22 feet from floor to lighting had to be allowed so that 6 00 machine tools could be installed without digging pits. Eight wash and service rooms, taking up 3 2,000 square feet had to be elevated to keep the 12-inch thick con­ crete floor free for manufacture. Facilities for 8,000 workers, Working in two Shifts of 4,000 each, had to be included. Thir­ teen miles of fliiofescent light­ ing and a, peak electric power load of 10,000 horsepower had to be provided. A system to yield 1,000,000 gallons of Water a day had to be designed. Twelve mil­ lion cubic feet of air had to be keep at a constant 75 degrees so that metal and machines Would not be influenced dimen­ sionally by temperature changes. Farm land to factory and pro­ duction In little Over a year staggers the imagination. Little yroftder the shortage of dement and the increased demand fdr hydro power when Avro is only one of the great strides being made industrially in Canada to­ day. Discuss Fire Protection The major matter for dis­ cussion at Monday night’s coun­ cil meeting was relative to fire protection for the neighboring townships. They suggested an annual levy, for Logan of $375; for Fullarton $250 and for Hibbert $125, as retainer fees, to em­ brace areas as designated. In addition, in event of fire, it was suggested that there be a charge of $150 for three hours or any part of that time, plus $25 for each additional hour or part thereof. (Mitchell Advocate) Plan Band Tattoo For Coronation Day Coronation day in Seaforth will be highlighted by a band tattoo, sponsored by the Sea­ forth Highlanders Band and the local Fire Brigade, it was learned this week. In addition to a feature band, as yet not decided, groups will be present from Brussels, Dashwood, St. Marys, Goderich, Exeter, Mount Forest, Thedford and Tavistock. The tattoo will be held in the evening of the holiday, set for June 2. (Huron Expositor) Training Plane Crashes On Tuesday afternoon, Janu­ ary 27, at about 5 p.m., a Har­ vard training plane from the R.C.A.F. Station at Centralia crash-landed on the farm, Lots 2 and 3, east Township, nearby the “High” Bridge. The in­ structor, who was in the plane, stayed with the plane and brought it down with little damage. The student flyer baled out and phoned from Greenway to the airport. The wrecker from Centralia arrived on the scene but could not pull the plane out so a bulldozer from the Haig Farm was used to assist in re­ moving the plane. (Parkhill Gazette) Property Sold One of the old landmarks of Zurich, known as the old Deichert blacksmith shop, for the last number of years being occupied by Mr. Eddie Weltin who followed this trade, and the past few years the rear being occupied by Mr. Earl Zimmer, welder, lias been sold by the owner, Miss Inez Yungblut, to Mr. Ellwood Desjardine, whom we understand will use it as an implement repairing shop. We have no data on how old the building could be, but we know it is one of the oldest in town. Mr. Ed. Weltin, who has been blacksmith all his life, will re­ tire from active duty, while Mr. Zimmer for the present will move his equiment to the rear of his dwelling. (Zurich Herald) Has Narrow Escape William Riley, Zurich, had a miraculous escape on Monday, January 26 when the F. C. Kalbfleisch truck which he was driving overturned pinning him in the cab. The accident which was investigated by Constable George Little, Bayfield, occurred about half-past one in the after­ noon. Travelling north, the 1945 truck went out of control as it came over the brow of the hill at George Wilson’s farm on the Bronson line, Stanley, and went into the ditch. It continued down the ditch until it hit the creek where it turned over end-for-end, resting upside down in the ditch. Riley was able to break the win­ dow and crawl out, unharmed, before help arrived. The truck is badly wrecked. (Zurich Herald) Not Even A Glimpse Ground Hog Day went off this year in a murky gloom . . . . There is little question of the old fellow getting even a slight glimpse of his shadow in these parts on Monday . . . Whether to be glad or not is a question . , . Certainly after having such a tropical sort of winter we’d hate so see six weeks of blustery weather now . . . (Clinton News-Record) “We’re taking the numbers with us so we won’t have to change our address.” Last year the federal govern­ ment collected $25 million from. Newfoundland in direct taxes and returned $45 million to the province in subsidies, welfare payments and grants. “Say, guess wBatt We both forgot it’s our anftivetsary today I ’ ’