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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1964-07-16, Page 4'EDITORIALS MEET THE CANDIDATES Liberals. face building job Each must show need To better acquaint readers with the five declared, candle dates for the Ontario Where-1 party leadership, The T,A plans to run a biographical outline of each man and some of the aims and objectives he has outlined in his campaign to win the post in the convention to be held in Toronto from September 17, 18, and 19, The first article is concern- ing Andrew E. Thompson. First elected to the Ontario parliament in 1959, he is the only Liberal to win the Dover- court seat since Confederation. In 1963 he increased his major- ity by the greatest percentage of any member of Legislature. Irisheborn "Andy" Thomp- son was sent to Canada by his family as a war evacuee in 1940. Aged only 15, he already possessed his Oxford entrance requirements but was judged "too young" for university in Toronto. He spent two years part-time at Oakwood Colle- giate, completed a year at the University of Toronto and work- ed on a farm and in a munitions factory. As soon as age permitted, he joined the Canadian Navy as a seaman. Rising through the anks, he was commissioned on his 19th birthday, one of the Navy's youngest officers, and Lester B. Pearson, as his spe- cial assistant, For the past several years, Mr. Thompson has operated an insurance agency M West Toronto, Within the Liberal Party, Mr, Thompson has been prominent as a policy maker both on the provincial and federal level. In by-elections and regular elepe tions he, has been asked to campaign on behalf of numerous other Liberal candidates. Active in the Legislature, he spoke on more than 1,100 items during the 1959-62 ses- sion. , Reporting last parliamentary session police bill debates, journalist David Van Praagh wrote - "The Liberals of On- tario, who have been seeking in the wilderness for the right leader for more than 20 years, may have found him • • . in the shape of Andrew Ernest Joseph Thompson of Toronto. It was Mr. Thompson who pre- sented the detailed Liberal in- dictment against the Govern- ment in the House." ONE MAN'S OPINION by John C. Boyne 'Similar to all elections, residents of the .community should give the situation very careful study and thought before they mark their ballots. There are pros and cons on both projects which must, be weighed to see how the scales tip, Those not knowing the Crediton setup will probably point out very quickly there shouldn't be much difficulty in deciding, as a library is one of the most important institu- tions in a community, This is quite true, but the fact of the matter is that Crediton already has library facilities, The reason a new one is being sug- gested is due to the fact members of the Li- brary Board feel it is too small and over- cro ed. To gain support for their proposal, it would appear that the Board will have to prove that their present limited space is hampering them in providing the community with the full benefit 'of which a library is capable. If there is not sufficient room to store enough books for the patrons, then perhaps a new library is needed; or if there is not enough space for students' research work. By the same token, the Parks Board will have to prove that floodlights are a wise investment and will be used enough to war- rant them, The example of Hensall could possibly be used to show that some communities use them well for some time, but the novelty wears off and there are not enough teams and leagues to make them worthwhile. So, it appears to boil down to both groups presenting legitimate facts about the advisability or necessity of their projects to the voters. The Times-Advocate, in an effort to have the facts presented, invites letters and comments, on the subject, for or against either project. Trustees of the Police' Village of .Credi- ton could be .accused of taking the easy way out by calling a vote to let the citizens decide whether 'they want a library erected or flood lights placed in the ball park as a centennial project. However, a resume of the situation which led to the controversy in the commu- nity shows "the Trustees were more or less put over a barrel by a turn of events for which they were certainly not responsible themselves. When the centennial grants were an- nouneed, members of the Library Board pre- sented their plan and met with agreement from, the Trustees as this appeared to be a sensible project and there were no other sug- gestions. However, members of the Parks Board apparently started to think things over and at a later date thought. the flood lights would be a good project and it was suggested as an alternative. Not knowing all the facts, we natural- ly stand to be corrected, but it appears that members of the Park Board then started to think their project was of more value than a new library, and went so far as to interview most of the residents and found them solidly in favor of the lights project over the new library. The trustees therefore can hardly be blamed for not wishing to follow their pre- vious stand of favoring the library project when so many in the community appear to be against it. By calling a vote, the decision is taken out of their hands and put into the hands of the majority, and perhaps it is a most fitting way to decide how they will mark Canada's 100th birthday, because this nation has been built on this very basis — rule of majority through secret ballots. Served CM minesweepers.. Diseharged a Lieutenant in 1946, Mr. Thompson completed his B,A, at Queen's University, Kingston, in one year and took his Masters Degree at the Uni, versity of British Columbia, Later he lechired at the Univer- sity of Manitoba. From 1949 to 1951 he assis- ted in establishing the British Columbia adult parole and pro- bation service, now considered one of the best in Canada, This was his only opportunity to practice directly as a social Worker. In 1952 he was re- quested by the Department of Citizenship and Immigration to establish citizenship offices in Western Canada. Subsequently he was promoted as national officer in Ottawa. By 1956 lie was the Department's senior civil servant in Ontario. During this period Mr. Thompson was in much demand as a speaker and lecturer. He twice toured Canada as a Can- adian Club speaker, participat- ed in many conferences ranging from intercultural conferences at Banff, the Junior Farmer Leadership Conference at Con- chiching, to speaking at agricul- tural colleges and universities in Canada and the United States. In 1958 he was chosen by the then leader of the opposition, Exeter Crusade For Christ Financial Statement OFFERINGS TOTALED $1036.09 EXPENSES Speaker & Organist . $300.00 Organ rental 40.00 Insurance 29.25 Times-Advocate . 47.29 South Huron Publish. 50.8'7 Film projector & Motel 119,25 Banner 30.90 Arena rental 100.00 Piano tuning moval 15.00 Phone, postage etc. 20.00 Pianist 10.00 Choir Leader .. • . 125.00 Bible Society .. 40.00 Gideons' .. . .. 40.00 London Mission 40.00 1007.56 BALANCE $28.53 Gordon Marquardt, Treasurer Exeter, July 10, 1964. Still waters Discriminate against present teams MUST BUILD The Liberal party in Ontario must build itself to a winning position before its representa- tives start talking specific pol- icies, Andrew Thompson says. He has stated that "To win Ontario we must provide a bet- ter alternative to the careening C onservatives." In announcing his campaign program, Mr, Thompson said the key word was "build". "We must build our party organiza- tion, our list of candidates, a front line team of Liberal lead- ers, and better policies" he said. "Our problem is twofold. We have failed to organize and we have no team. In answering the question how he intended to build the Liberal party in Ontario into a winning position, Mr. Thompson offered a five point timetable to victory. It included an immediate riding by riding tour of the province to produce new candidates, bet- ter party communications, re- gional policy conferences and annual provincial tours by the leader. "In addition, within 12 months of assuming the leadership I will name to the people of Ontario a team of key men and women in the Liberal party whom the voters will be able to look to and judge as my chief advisors and as the shadow cabinet at Queen's Park". Mr. Thompson said. Mr. Thompson said it will not be easy to win power in Ontario, but he is not discouraged. "It takes little to make the change from defeat to victory. In last September's election there were 31 key ridings where the difference between winning and losing was only an average of about eight votes per poll. In other words, eight new Liberal votes at each poll or a swing of four Tory votes to our side, and we will taste victory rather than defeat . . . just four votes a poll" he stated. BELL LINES by W. W. Haysom your telephone manager WHERE YOU ARE able to stop in time after a dash to the plate with an important run. The various angles of the supporting poles suggest they are far from steady and the thought of them crashing down during a wind or through the strain of fans leaning against them should he all the incentive need- ed to have them fixed. The condition of the screen has already been mentioned to the local RAP committee and they suggested that some of the teams using the diamond should contribute towards the cost. This would appear reasonable, espe- cially when some of the teams are making money. Sportsmen who use the arena, race barns, swim 'pool and other recreation facili- ties have to pay, and so perhaps should ball players. However, if this is the wish of RAP, they should set up 'a policy and 'have a defi- nite amount which teams must pay 'for use of the ball diamonds each year. It should be noted that the ball teams now using the diamonds have not been having the 'benefits of them since they were erected, and there is no reason why they should have to pay this year just because a new screen is required. A policy is needed if RAP decides teams must 'help pay for a new screen, and the policy should affect teams in following years and not just when repairs are needed. Meanwhile, the screen should either be fixed or officials should condemn it due to the fact it is unsafe. quite plain again and again that silence and quietness are basic necessities of life. Psalm 37 starts out "fret not thyself". Verse 7 says "rest in the Lord". If it is translated literally it will read as Martin Luther translated it, "Be silent to God and let Him mould thee". An- other translator puts it this way, "Be still before the Lord." If we are ever to experience the strength, the power, the blessing of God a time of still- ness is essential. One of the greatest and best known Psalms makes the same point. Psalm 23:2: "He maketh me to lie down in green pas- tures: He leadeth me beside the still waters." Only still waters will refresh us and re- store our souls. There is a thirst in all of our hearts which cannot be quenched in restless activity. As Augustine put it so well, "Our hearts are restless until they find their rest in thee." In this light the purpose of rest and relaxation is to re- store our soul, our spirit, our mind. We are to be still so that we can know God. We neglect this invitation at our peril. These words of Harry R. But- man's "Be Still and Know" seem strangely irrelevant — perhaps that is our error and not his. Ever since the disaster a few years ago when the Listowel arena came tumbling down with the weight of snow on its roof and killed some youngsters, there has been a constant awareness by officials as to the condition of their structures. It was unfortunate that some young- sters had to be crushed before concern was shown, but at the same time the incident may have averted the loss of a great many more lives due to the fact people became conscious of the inherent dangers of snow and rotted timbers in public buildings. Similar to many communities, Exeter officials had the arena inspected and it is 'hoped they will continue to do so through the years. However, they would be well advised to take a look elsewhere at some of their property, especially the ball screen at what is referred to as the girls' diamond. Besides being nothing less than a shame for the entire community, the screen is extremely dangerous 'in its present condi- tion. Much of the wire 'has been pulled . away and affords little or no protection in some spots for the fans of all ages who stand behind it during games. There are many sections through which 'a ball can easily fly back into the crowd. It is also probable that a catcher rac- ing back to catch a foul ball could suffer a nasty gash on some of the loose screening. This also applies to runners who may not be Comments or criticism will be we/- corned, Write PO Box 37 Exeter VU'Vesme gemammeekenameimewaimm.,::'•emmi.MintelEMACI.M.VAMMINEAMOMIAIMIMMEMMMitini,: "This is a quiet thing: a brown pool in a fall dawn. When one leaf wavers down through the chill still air. And only a faint spreading circle tells of touching. This is a quiet thing: a pine grove at windless dusk. When the piping of a love bird by the pond beyond Makes the silence itself to be heard. BATT'N AROUND WITH THE EDITOR Can attendance be justified? This is a quiet thing: a heart hushed before God When the roaring of sense and time and pelf and self Fade before the thunder of a Holy Whisper." Mayor Eldrid Simmons' precedent- setting report of the Ontario Mayors' and Reeves' convention to council last week brought forth several comments, and it is encouraging to note that most Were Complimentary. Due to the fact it is the first report we have heard of this nature given to councils of any of the municipalities we have covered, we have no way of knoWing whether it should have been rated excellent, good, fair or bad as far as the content was concerned, but the very fact that he took time out to prepare such a report will have to be classed as excellent ..in grOMMEitikatalegrAMONQUE44.1,ME4W1:::e•-•alk. Ever notice how some Exeter folks answer the phone promptly when you call them? Well, they MIGHT just al- ways be right beside the telephone. But it's more likely that these prompt- answerers have dis- covered the conven- ience of having ex- tension t el e phones where THEY are. In the kitchen, for ex- lady of the house spends so much taimmep.le s, hewchaenre m atkhee and take calls with ease . . . keep an eye on what's cooking at the same time. Some people find it handy to have extension telephones in the family room, or Dad's workshop. And, of course. a bedroom extension is not only convenient, it adds a reassuring sense of security, knowing a phone's close at hand. Extension phones come in three models—wall phone, regular desk set, and the little Princess with its glowing night-light. Why not find out how convenient it would be to have extension phones in places handiest in YOUR home. All it takes is a call to our Business Office., or ask the tele- phone service man. The giving of reports or rather lack of it of various conventions has been a bit of a laughing matter in most municipal councils for some time. However, there was an indica- tion that some of the joking was a cover up for the guilt of some coun- cillors who found when they returned they didn't have anything worthwhile to report. This appears to be especially true in the case of the Good Roads con- vention which annually attracts a large number of councillors from through- out the area. But regardless of the nurither of delegates which attend, the muni- cipalities find they still have pot-holes on their roads in the spring, dust in the summer and snow in the winter. And too, most of them have been carrying on their road maintenance and construction methods as they have for several years. While giving his report last week, Mayor Simmons denounced the Good Roads convention by saying council- lors "didn't learn anything from it". In view of this statement, added to the overwhelming evidence that coun- cillors have gained little from this Please turn to page 5 .,:=62%16=143:11=0.111= TAILORED TELEPHONES On the average, masculine fingers are 10 per cent longer and 20 per cent wider than feminine fingers. Also, on the telephone, men's voices are two deci'bles louder than women's, and men tend to talk even louder when talking with other men. "Who cares?" you ask. Well, telephone engineers care very much. They even care about the average distance between the human mouth and ear: the handset must "fit" both for ideal trans- mission and reception (the mouthpiece should be held from one-half 'to one inch from the lips), Careful study of these human factors has led "to the best possible de- sign for items of telephone equipment, Times Established 1873 Advocate Established 1881 Amalgamated 1924 exeferZinies-Akosocafe tersection of Highways 24 and 5 six miles north of Brantford late Tuesday evening. william Cann, Past Master of Lebanon Forest Lodge, was elected DDGM for Huron at the Grand Lodge meeting in Toronto. The annual staff picnic of the Exeter Branch of the Bank of Montreal was held at Turn- bull's Grove Wednesday, July 13. It was a joint affair With the staff of the new branch at Crediton and their families. SERVING CANADA'S BEST FARMLAND Member: C.W.N.A., O.W.N.A., C.C.N.R. and ABC PUBLISHERS: J. M. Southcott, R. M. Southcott EDITOR: William Batten Published Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ont, Exeter's new telephone directory will be going to press shortly, so please check your listing. Is your name spelled correctly? What about your address and phone number? Have you, thought about additional list- ings? Other members of your family and relatives, nroaommeesrslisatendd tbfloatrhdeertseiewpohuelnde benefit from having their If you're a businessman you can use extra listings to show other firm names for your business—to associ- ate your name and residence telephone number with yeue ffr your m ik ea ym ee—mopr 0 tyoe show after-hour numbers for you and easierRfeomrepmebeeprie, teextfriandliysteinn?s , at little cost, make It FOR ANY CHANGES IN YOUR LISTING, OR ANY ADDEDLAITylO.N_S,EXCEATLEL R O21115R501j.SINESS OFFICE WITHOUT Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Depit, Ottawa, and for Payment of Postage in Cash *to *spur ,,<;-:145' • .(4',eatT,/ • 4.1,1,1vr. :NI el AS16 0 PaidiinAdVance September 30, 1963, 3,828 -:SUOStitifiTION RATES: tenide. $4.00- Per Peer; USA' $5.00 About a year ago one of Smiley's "Sugar and Spice" columns touched on a pressing modern problem. I quote these words: "The two elements in modern living which are increasing our population of nuts at a frighten- ing pace are speed and greed. Greed is the beast inside us that makes us repulsive if we feed it, frustrated if we don't and happy only if we strangle it at birth. Everything is speed- ing up." "When I was a kid people used to sit around on their porches on a summer evening shooting the breeze then go off to bed soon after dark. They slept all night —no pills. If you sit around on your front porch nowadays it means you're a bum." "Speed has become an end in itself. We speed on the highways to save time and spend six months in the hospital when we fail to make a curve. We speed housework with new gadgets so the good wife will have more leisure time--to sit around with a bottle or go out and play bingo." "Everything spells out speed — minute rice, instant coffee, precooked ham, oven ready chicken, ready-mix cakes, quick frozen fish." He showed that he too was caught up in this with the rest of us when he concluded this way. "I'd like to spend more time on this theme but I've got to hurry and finish this column and rush down to the kitchen. My wife wants to know whether I want instant coffee or jiffy cocoa with the pie (instant fill, ready mix crust). Think I'll have a big slice of gor- gonzola cheese with the pie — instant dreams you know." Underneath this humour he has put his finger on a real problem. We tend to become speedy and greedy just by being alive today. Everybody seems to be in a hurry to get heaven only knows where. Noise seems to emanate from everywhere. It is increasingly difficult to relax and ease the tension which chokes us up. As George Johnston of Mon- treal has put it, "We efficient people of the western world are so busy! Factories go twenty- four hours a day—even in our sleep it is possible to make money in every time zone. He asks a tough question —."What time have we left to be silent before the Lord?" "OUrs is a culture of noise, of transistor radios ever y- where. Even in church we have . . . anything but silence." As a result many people are utterly incapable of relaxing. This is grim because there is a real link between sanity and the ability to break tension. Somehow we have to learn how to sloW down and live — at least psychologically. We have to learn again what it's like to be still. All through the scriptures We are told not to fret. Isaiah tells us that "in returning and rest ye shall be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength." Hut we don't like this old injunction to turn to Him in quietness. Hut the scriptUreS make it 25 YEARS AGO Cromarty school held a re- union Friday of old boys and girls and teachers who have attended since the beginning of the old log school days 80 years ago, The Allison-Chalmers clan held their annual gathering at Mr. J. T. Allison's grove Sat- urday with about 100 present, Popular residents of Hensall for 40years Mr. and Mrs. Owen Geiger, celebrated their dia- mond wedding anniversary Wednesday. , A honey house on the farm of Ford listen/. of Zurich was destroyed by fire Wednesday afteilloon together with the sea- son's crop of honey. 15 YEARS AGO A minor earthquake occurred here at noon Friday, Only about ene-half of the residents felt the tremor. HenSall Cetindillor Me IV in Moir was instantly killed and Carl Passmore, Edward Fink and Jack Tudor were critically 'injured when the car they were iii crached a truck at the in- 10 YEARS AGO Rev: J. T. Clarke was induct-, ed into the pastoral charge of Centralia and Whalen Friday evening. Saturday closing in Exeter banks goes into effect July 31. Michael FarroW, 16, receiv- ed first class honors in his ASsociate exam from the Royal Conservatory of Music, Tor onto, and also took the AWCM froth Western "Conservatory of Music With fitst class honors. Miss kaY Hay Won $500 at The Exeter LegiOn bingo Fri- day night. She tied with a Lon- don lady for the 0,000 special.