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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1981-04-29, Page 6The • "Th. R•Psjt tone" ' EsesbliSbsd11173' 41 .2.Ftto, 3OCE4YN SNR1ER • Publisher ' SHARON J. - ANTHONY N.. 30iiNsTote - Advertising and General Manager PAT LIVINGSTON, - Office Manager MERLE ELLIOTT - Typesetter JOAN HELM Composition Business and EditoriaRifileeTelephone 528•21122 Mailing Address P.O., Box 400. laCknow, NIX 2110 Second Class Mail 'Registration Number -0847 Sabactiptiaat rate; $1330 peiyult Inadatatte sen* Chisel lutet'Sill*S6 Per U.S.A. aad Foram WM payout In advance Sr. Cit. U.S.A. and Fortclipt S21 '00Pturyear Is advance - k •," d arthritis r Renoir! The very name 'of the great French impres- sionist is- like a sigh of pleasure to thousands who have seen and appreciated his work. Mention of Renoir conjures up an entrancing world of bright shining women and radiant children, of land- scapes shimmering in intoxicating colours, a world from which all that is unlovely and stern has been banished. An, at the turn of the century, when industrial technol- ogy had begun to create so much ugliness and mystery for mankind. It is perhaps not so well known that Renoir suffered from severe rheumatoid arthritis for many years - indeed, from the age of 56 till his death from pneumonia at the age of 78 in 1919. In the biography of his father (Renoir. My Father, translated by Randolph and Dorothy Weaver, Collins, London 1962), Jean Renoir records how \ his father had a fall from his bicycle in 1897 and fractured his arm. When the plaster splint was removed, Renoir continued to have pain in his shoulder. Gradually, the pain increased and spread to other joints. Five years later, in 1902, Renoir's physical function was signific- antly impaired and, by 1911; he wits totally unable to walk- Despite his obvious suffering which caused great distress to his family, Renoir continued to paint, and the more intolerable his suffering, the more he painted. His son describes how each morning Renoir would adjust his body in a wheelchair before starting his day's work and how he preferred "not too soft a seat" so that he could sit upright. His brushes would be handed to him and he would begin work on his canvas. Likely Renoir's nights were frightful, and he became so emaciated that the slightest rubbing of the bedclothes caused a sore. His suffering was so great that he would put off for as long as possible the moment when he would have to undergo the dressing of his many sores and the "torture of the bed". At times, Renoir's condition was so miserable that he would ask about death, but always in a joking way, and his son never at any time thought his father would contemplate suicide. Today, according to Arthritis Society experts, it is likely that Renoir's life would have been much different. In most cases, control of rheumatoid arthritis can be maintained and, certainly, the severe crippling once seen is no longer prevalent. The Arthritis Society continues its programs of research- and education. The Society depends upon the public for all of its funding for research. There is no government support. • The Athritis Society is confident that research will produce the cure for many of the more than 100 different kinds of arthritis. In the meantime, everyone is urged to learn more about what can be done about the disease. For free information, write to The Arthritis Society, 920, Yonge Street, Ste., 420, Toronto, Ontario. M4W 3J7. • array Paton, MAP. Muronartscel House Reconvenes Ontario's Lieutenant -Governor, John Black Aird, drove to Queen's Park in an open landau, escorted by the Governor- General ' s Horse Guards, on a cold but sunny April 21st to open the First Session of the 32nd Parliament, amid the usual pomp and pageantry associated with these occa- sions. With the election of a number of new members in the recent provincial election, it will be particularly inter- esting to watch developments, since many members in the new House have no previous experience of majority government. Throne Speech The Throne Speech, read by the Lieutenant -Governor, is actually a statement of the government's inten- tion for the forthcoming session. The short 17 -page Speech did little more than restate promises made by the government ' during the election. In fact, most of it was outlined in January under- the guise of a five-year econ- omic blueprint known as the MID program - BILD being the initials of the Board of Industrial Leadership and Development. Emphasis was given to the Prem- ier's call for a first ministers' confer- ence on the economy, because "the problem of inflation—must be faced in a comprehensive way, on a national front and without delay. Major oppor- tunities for action lie in the key federal areas of monetary and fiscal policy Inflation, economic growth ederal-provincial scat and tax-shar- ing.arrangements, social policy and stability, energy pricing and supply, all constitute. matters which must be urgently addressed so that our, nation does not falter." , Other Highlights —Creation of an Office to direct government purchasing toward Can- adian products, —Sale of waste steam from the Bruce Nuclear Development for indus- trial and agricultural purposes. —An Ontario Hydro Loan program to aid homeowners wishing to convert their homes to electric heat, —Establishment of a research insti- tute to develop hydrogen as a fuel. —Increased "initiatives" to expand technical training in the province's community colleges. A counselling program to steer young people toward "worthwhile and productive jobs". —A "multi-million" fund to finance "new" high technology firms, and creation of a Crown company to promote and finance new technology. —Increased investment in the Ur- ban Transit Development Corporation, a Crown company specializing in public transportation equipment. —A program to raise the capacity and standards at homes for the aged. Opposition Reaction Both Opposition Leaders criticised the Speech for its failure to deal with the serious problems of unemploy- • ment, high interest rates and inflation. Liberal Leader Stuart Smith condemn- ed it as "a few bland, reassuring words (containing) no recognition of the real problems" of a province in decline. "Inflation is _aiding the rich and robbing the poor but there's noth- ing here to help the people being hurt by inflation—and there's not a single job". Despite tough economic times in Ontario, the government has "done absolutely nothing to bring together, the haves and have-nots" -of the province, he, added. Rent Control The Premier has hinted that, although he has "today" no plans to change the increase in rent a landlord may charge • without getting special permission, he's not married to the 6% figure which has been law since 1975. Labour Law and Social Reform Ontario's Labour Minister has stat- ed he expects to introduce severance pay legislation this spring, and intends to keep his promise that the benefits would be retroactive to last January 1st. A few I days earlier, the Premier had told a press conference that he hadn't "promised anything" in this connection. Commenting on the apparent inconsistency, newly ap- pointed Liberal Labour Critic Sheila Copps said: 'In opposition, we will be pushing for it. It's up to them to keep the promise." Her colleague, Ron Van Horne expressed confidence in the Labour Minister, as "a man of his word". edtrees By Don Campbell • < Toronto Bay was a haven for marine craft of all descriptions. Some of them, even Captain Jamieson had never seen before at any other port in thw world. There were of course, elegant • schooners like the "Kingston Lass" but it was the more primitive means ofivater tran- sport which indicated the rough conditions prevailing in Upper Canada. Almost archaic in conception, they ranged from rough barges to huge rafts of logs upon which people lived in huts, even when .they were tied up in the harbour. In contrast, and as if ushering in a new era of maritime progress, a stern wheeler threshed her way out of the bay, belching black smoke from her stack. The Kingston Lass was anchored off -shore, awaiting her turn to dock, but even so the hustle and ,tiustle of Toronto's waterfront could be heard by the immigrants. Hawkers crying their wares mingled with the shouts of ships' crews, clatter of horses, carriages, and the sounds of hammers from the small ship building slipways. Borne upon the warm humid air of a summer's morning was the unmistakable smell of a tannery, mingling with the more familiar odours of sewage, animal manure and wood smoke; the sights, sounds and smells of pioneer progress. . Captain Jamieson told his passengers that they could sleep only one more night upon his ship. He would now pay all his attention to the commerce which had brought him to this place. When they were at last brought alongside a jetty and the gangplank lowered, they left the ship in small groups to find their own individual starting points on the new road to life, Neil MacCrimmon and his wife Flora wandered aimlessly along the street called Front, and paused at a point near the shore. It was here that farmers from, the countryside gathered to sell their produce and livestock, Around roughly constructed pens containing cattle beasts, pigs, sheep and poultry, people of all stations in life, stood in groups,examining livestotk, bargaining, or idly discussing the topics of the 'day. Men in stovepipe hats and frock tailed coats brushed against the rough home-made garments of farmers from the settlements in the bush beyond the town. The sight of so many farmers gathered together gave Neil an idea. "Do you no think I should ask if anybody here would be needin' a man as hired help?" Neil asked his wife. Letter to the editor To the Editor: On May 4th to 9th the Bruce chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada will be participating in the MS Carnation Day Cam. paign. This cainpaign is one of the chapter's most import- ant efforts in support of multiple sclerosis 'research and patient services. In this International Year of Disabled Person, we count on your support to let the people of Lucknow know about the campaign and the work, of the Multiple Scler- i osis Society in Canada in .trying to eradicate one of this country's major health prob- lems. We are very grateful for the assistance and support the local residents have given to us 'in the past and look forward to their help again this year to make this a successful campaign. Yours truly, Margaret Bannerman, Chairman, Bruce Multiple Sclerosis Society. • Flora had already conceived this notion, but had wanted Neil to choose for himself the course of their venture in this strange land. The few wretched. days in Halifax and her unsavoury experiences in the Southern Cross Tavern still troubled her mind. She smiled in agreement. " 'Twould be a start," she said enthusiastically. "And I long tor the open country but of course, I will gae wherever you wish!" Neil approached several rural looking characters before a finger was pointed to a man inside a pen. He was examining a group of sheep, which ran together, bunching and trembling in their attempt 'to escape. The man ran his hands over their backs and sometimes he held their struggling bodies in a firm grip whilst he forced open their mouths and looked with an expert eye at their teeth. Dissatisfied with what he saw, he Shook his head and leaning lagainst the rails of the enclosure, wiped the sweat of exertion from his face. Neil saw his opportunity to approach him.. "Excuse me Sir, would be wantin' a hired man?" The farmer looked at Neil and saw that he was powerfully built. "I am looking for a shepherd, A married man with a wife who can help with the chores. But I need a good man who knows sheep! Have you ever worked with a flock?" Neil told him about his life in the glen and ho w he had been brought up with sheep. That was indeed married. He pointed to Flora and she blushed. "Then ;Veil give you a change," the farmer said. "Be at the bottom of that street there, at seven o'clock in the' morning." He pointed to the main street of Toronto called Yonge. "It will be a long drive to my place. A long, long way it is to Richmond Hill." Neil and Flora Were delighted at being so fortunate in finding employment quickly. As they were walking away, the farmer called out to them to wait, and hurried over to 'where they stood. "There is a man clearing the bush next to my land. He needs a strong body to help. If you know of such a man amongst your friends, bring him along too, but no woman, the cabin is not yet built," When Neil and Flora walked back along Front Street towards the ship, they were so happy and excited, they took little or no interest in the bustle of activity all around them in Toronto, the young capital of Upper Canada.