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The Brussels Post, 1949-7-20, Page 7In The Valley Of The MacKenzie Before the 'white man came to the Mackenzie Valley and the huge basin of its tributary rivers, the country was inhabited by Indians of the Athabaskan group of tribes itt the south, and by hskimos in the fringe along the Arctic coast. , The Indian lodges of the blac- henzie were extremely simple struc- tures, Poles reached down from a connnun .apes to form a semicircle on the ground and these were cov- ered with bark, not skins, to give crude shelter. These semicircle huts were built in facing pairs with room left between for a cotnnton fire, Such dishes as the natives used were crudely carved hotels of wood, bark, or iloru. Food was boiled in great gourd -shaped ves-les, which aorto to have been hollowed roots. Water was heated in these by the process of dropping heated stones into the vessel which, being wood- en, obviously could not be put on the fire. Such a container would hold from two to six gallons of water.—Frear "The Mackenzie," by Leslie Rnh,'nv, --' Ignorant While ordering his luncheon, an American tourist itt Paris was using. some of his high-school French. "'Garcon," he said, study ing the menu, "'je desire consoome royal, et un piece of pang et burr— no, hang it—une piece of burr—" "i'nt sorry, sir," said the tactful waiter, "I don't speak French." ' Well, then," snapped the tour- ist, "for heaven's sake, send me someone who can." Anott,er Beran—Czech church sources reported that Arc 1 - bishop Josef Matocha, above, of Oloumouc, Czechoslovakia s second -ranking Catholic, has received the sante treatment given .,to Archbishop Josef Beran cif Pragne. Arehbi"shop Matocha's office has been put tinder police control. Two of• his staff metnbers have been ar- resters and police have made a two-day search of his residence, No Incentive To Enterprise A Canadian who well understands the importance of boosting British imports •recently had occasion to btty half a million dollars worth of special equipment for a new build- ing. He directed that British suppliers be asked to bid for the business. Full specifications were sent with the invitation. Over a month later he received a reply, apologizing for the delay, saying the firm "might" be inter- ested, asking if an engineer could come over to investigate in about two months, says The Financial Post. What happened? The Canadian hit the roof, telephoned a U.S, sup- plier. An engineer was here about 24 hours later and, in 48 hours the contract for U. S. equipment was signed. Britain loses in not earning a substantial volume of dollars. Can- ada loses in having to put out a wad of precious U.S.. dollars. Ala be- cause of sleepy methods completely out of step with the times, Harold Wilson, president of the U.K. Board of Trade, has gone back to Britain snaking speeches to the effect that "Canada is a land of ' opportunity for the exporter from Britain:" He is lecturing British businessmen to put Canadian or- ders at the top of their -lista, to abandon so far as Canadian orders are concerned the traditional policy of first come, first served The ironic point of the matter is that here is a Socialist finding it necessary to preach enterprise to people wlio are avowedly free en- terprisers. It is a sermon that can't be too oft repeated that, to survive, "Free enterprise" Hurst be enterprising. But 11dt', Wilson sorely knows one of tlto main reasons why so much of British enterprise is low itt horsepower. 'Tangled in govern- mem overn•m m1 red tape, bled white tvith tax- ation,, and coitstatitly threatened with the nationalization axe, British business hasn't "Mull incentive io offer. A. Warning Ignored — With grits irony, the billboard at left in background %Valli• "Retie Carefully" as Charles Saulnier lies dead on a sidewalk in Brockton, Mass. The pedestrian was struck by a hit -run motorist who fled from the accident car, left, on foot,,leaviiig his victim to die'.: 1 [J'1'evetvdeolin.e P. Clef rk,¢ Another week gone—and still no ram. Last Thursday, to the north of us they had a grand shower; Friday, about twenty miles south, It rained all one morning, but we could literally count the few rain- drops that fell on our front door- step. We thought this must be the driest spot in all Ontario—until yesterday. Yesterday we had visit- ors from up near Guelph and the first gtiestiott asked was this: "Where did you get all the rain from?" "Rain," we said, "What rain?" "Well, you must have had rain— things are looking green here to what they are up our wayl" • And -then we heard all about it. Not only have they had no rain but they had killing frosts—which we missed. Their spring crop is lying flat in the fields with no possibility of heading out. Garden stuff was also nipped so that beans and beets are shrivelled and burnt. Pastures, Success Story — Mrs. 'l'erle Mesta, wealthy queen of Wash- ington society , and longtime friend of the Trumans, was named by the President to be U.S. Minister to Luxembourg. Formerly a Republican, she be- came active in Democratic poli- tics and is credited with being an important factor in the President's successful campaign. of course, arc practically non. existent. Altogether our friends painted a pretty grim picture. Today is election day and this morning, almost as soon as the polls were open, Partner and 1 were on our way to vote as free people in a free country. Bob had to go to Toronto, so his turn came later. As we came away Partner said— What in the world makes all these election officials look so mournful? You would -think it was a funeral instead of an election clayl" By the way, we have a suggestion for next voting day. How about having a reading glass supplied in every booth? Partner forgot •his glasses. Imagine thatl I had a great -time tot a little while, trying to make hint think he didn't see straight and had voted for the wrong party That little job over, Partner and I did a little .sight-seeing alopg the back concessions and we actually saw crops that were not bad at all, and hay fields that appeared about 50 per cent of average. These farms were not more than five or six miles away front oiir own but they were in a part of the county that is shel- tered, being fairly well wooded. So you see that is another argument in favour of forest conservation. In a bad year, where there is shelter crops are likely to be above average. Most people nowadays, especially those who come from the city, if they buy a farm they 'Dant it bor- dering the highway, with all con- veniences, and not too far from a town or city. So what happens, they get their location, they pay higher taxes as a result—and get poorer crops. Maybe I shouldn't generalize, but a survey of the district sur- rounding us certainly bears out what I say. Maybe we had better get off the highway and move back a piece. It so happens that where we live wasn't a highway when we took over the farm. But times change. I wonder will this heat wave ever break? You know, when it gets very hot- I say to myself—"I'll never grumble again however cool it getsl" And then when it gets cold I say—"If only it would warns up a bitl" Otte thing 1 am sure of—every- thing f—everything that can fly, creep or crawl is unhappy this summer. The birds are just on the run all over the hack garden all the time—apparently looking for what they can't find. Ants are everywhere—running, run ning here, there and everywhere. And flies, we -have. more flies this year than I have seerse in years I believe even they collie around tate house for moisture. And at night when the lights are on there are green flies and white flies. June bugs, grasshoppers and mosquitoes fluttering around every burning light bulb. There are big hugs and little bug's and gnats of all kinds— and where they all come front and how they get in, dear only knows. But one thing I never see is a worm—an ordinary, common earth worst. I haven't seen one since spring. As for frog., the only frogs we have spotted around here were two we fished out of the cistern. Blit we often see a heron gliding gracefully over the fields. I wonder how far a heron will fly iu search of water, And my fancily is lust as busy looking for drink as the birth and beasts. Every clay 1 stake orange- ade or lemonade and by night ,t is always gone, as well as a good sup- ply of chocolate milk. Yes, it's in thirsty world around here. But 1 ask you—where would you rather be—here or in Australia? Australia where it is now winter— and pretty cold at that and a nation- wide coal strike into the bargain, with only a few hours allowed each day for the use of gas and electric- ity. Partner has a brother in Aus- traliaso maybe we shall hear a little more about what is going 00 over there. What's New At the C.N.E. If you are proud, of your rneal planning and -making a dollar stretch, then this news is certainly for you. One hundred dollars is be- ing offered at this year's C.N.E„ to the housekeeper who makes out the best weekend menu and shopping list to ga with it. The smart house - maker who places second gets $75, to fill up her purse, and the woman who comes third will get $50. just so you can do a bit of prac- ticing between now and Sept. 10, the day of this interesting competi- tion, here are a fen- pointers. You will be asked to plan your weekend menu for a family of five and spec- ify quantities for Saturday night supper, Sunday breakfast, lunch and dinner. You don't even need to bring a pencil—Mrs, Kate Aitken will have them there for you. She will also give you a list of current food prices. No entry fee for this contest. But send you entry form along now to Women's Director, Canadian National Exhibition, ‘Toronto, Ws so different today • d Robin Hood and his Meme Sten had to score n reit with a hew and arrow or they didn't eat! To score a bit today shoot over to the grocer's for Post's Grope -Nuts Pinkcs--t'bat convenient, rttdy.to-est, ea.sytn.digcst cement made not from one but TWO ;troths' -,ahem and malted 'barley, Winn a Owl — that gorgeous Grape -Nuts Mayor in crisp honey -golden flakes. Good for young and old because Post's'Grape-Nuts Flakes pro- vide nourishncent...useful gnonti.ties of enrhoe hydrates, proteins, minerals and other food ea¢cntiars. Served in a jiffy -• eaten ,rte sight your grocer. New Gadgets and Inventiois You'll Probably Be Seeing Auto Door Handle Safety eontrul handle for inside of automobile doors is said to make impossible the accidental opening ut door from imide. Said to be simple to install it place of the regular handle. Handle is disen- gaged from the door lock by turn of -a key, Working opening of door from inside impossible while it can still be opened from outside at any time. + + Porch Shade Ibind-,lotted porch shade insures privacy but has a ventilator section at fop which permits cs,•xpe of sour mer heat rays as they rise in the etvlosed .area. Is constructer) of !iglu -weight, durable hood slats, fll'11I1y ,: -.•coandred. aandonies in tarp I01 colors to harmonize with stir• ronnelitius Pla.tic Luggage yletelvd luggage made of plasm, is said to withstand moisture. cold and .iuildei,, as well as dirt and scu,futg 1vailable in four color combination, Cherry with ivoty trim, burgundy and ivory, pastel green .with reel and navy blue with burgundy \fat finished 815.11, notmring Iltuy be restored to new like appearance wish clamp clot maker state; Electric Sprayer Newly designed sprayer offered for household us in spraying of enamels, varnishes, shellacs, light oils, liquid waxes, disinfectants and residual -type insecticides. Redesign involves change from metal to plastics for major parts of the as- sembly. Appearance is said to be much improved and good-sized sturdy handle and- trigger switch simplify operation. A standard Mason -type jar thread is molded into base of the housing which makes possible the use of other standard jars. Ease of access for cleaning and repair is made pos- sible by two screws which are ex- posed when glass jar is detached, • and permit removal of base of the housing. Cool operation is another feature. Matchbook Cover Matchbook cover of an acetatic plastic, contains a treated soft fabric which can be used repeatedly to clean spectacle and photo lenses, maker states. Lens cleaner is dis- played through lens on cover of holder, which features a pair of spectacles. Advertising to be dis- played is printed on reverse side of the semi -transparent cover so that it cannot rub off. Magnetic Probe Magnetic probe no larger than it fountain pen is said to be useful for removing steel or iron particles from areas witere foreign platter is harmful. Can be used to remove sharp particles of steel front storage bins; to retrieve metal particles from holes and other hard -to -reach places: also useful in first-aid .ta- ttoos to remove steel splinters from skin of employees, Philadelphia maker states. Point of magnet can be extended or retracted front polished bakelite base by turning and knob. Magnetic strength is controlled liy amounrl of extension New Boat Service To Newfoundland DU' vital rote of railway and cotttl steamship 'ervices in the economic life of Newfoundland was emphasized litre today by 12..C. \auglian, C.tl.13., chairman and president, Canadian National Sys- tem, who returned recently from an official inspection of the company's properties and facilities in that province. The three principal industries of fisheries, forest and mining prod- ucts could not prosper without the transportation services which have now been incorporated into the Canadian National System, said Mr. Vaughan. He pointed out, how- ever, that the railwa. in the New- foundland district faced tremendous operating problems. There is the rugged terrain, widely scattered out - ports to serve and thin traffic lines. The builders of the line deserve great credit for what they have accomplished," he said. Mr. Vaughan estimated that the cost of the Newfoundland trans- portation services will considerably increase the annual expenses of the Canadian National Railways, "We will need all the traffic that we can get to offset this condition," he said. Mr. Vaughan announced that a second boat would be added to the service across the Cabot Strait, and - an increase in the passenger train service between Port aux Basques and St. John's to six trains a week. These additional services will be put into operation by the Canadian . National to accommodate the ever- increasing flbw of tourists, and to take care of the growing freight traffic between the island and the mainland. klitiVAY SCH , JSSON For Sunday, July 24 By Rev. R. Barclay Warren PRAYERS OF CONFESSION Psalms 32:1.5; 51:1-2; 7-13 Golden Text: For thou, Lord, art good and ready to forgive;" and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee. Psalm 86:5. David who slew Goliath was him- self later humilated by the lust of his own flesh. Viewing a woman as she washed, he yielded to tempta- tion, sent for her and committed adultery. 'Then to conceal his sin he arranged with his general- to have the woman's husband slain in battle. 2 Sam. 11. One wonders how touch the laws of heredity had to clo with the fact that these two sins of fornication and murder were re- peated among three of David's children. 2 Sam. 13. How true the saying, "Chickens come home to roost," and rhe declaration of Scripture, "Be sure your sin will find you out." Nu. 34:23. But God is merciful. In today's lesson we have the prayers of con- fession offered by David when con- rlenined by the prophet of God 1 or his g'evious sin. He die: not lay the blame on anyone else. He did not claim exemption from God's moral laws because he was a king. He simply confessed, "I have sinned." In Ps. 32, he spcales of the convict- ion, which rested upon him. "My moisture is turned into the drought of summer." He pled for mercy and forgiveness. He prayed, "Create in me a clean heart, 0 God; and re- new a right spirit within lite." He sought forgiveness for the act and purity for his inner nature. With joy restored he would teach trans- gressors and sinners would be con- verted. Every person should take cour- age from this lesson. No matter how terribly we have sinned let us turn to God. "If we confess our sins, He is faithful 'and just to for- give us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 john 1:9. 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