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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.
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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-
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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".
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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.