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The Seaforth News, 1955-03-10, Page 4First Presbyterian Church Rev. D, Glenn Campbell Minister 10 A.&I.—Church School and Bible Class 11 A.M. "The Hypocrites' Church' 7P.M. "Life's Wasted Effort" Euchre & Dance In Walton Community Hall FRIDAY, MARCH 11 CARDS AT 3.45 P.M. Please Note; \Fill persons who borrowed chairs from hall, kindly return as soon as possible SALESMEN We have openings in your district for good smart aggressive sales- men. Applicants trust possess a car and not be afraid of hard work. Remuneration excellent, Write stating age, experience, phone number to BOX 817, LONDON, CANADA Ontario Automobile Association KN�W may you never loam Only chose stricken by war, disas- ter, or other tragedies know at first hand how vitally essential Red Cross services are to our na- tion. Those of us who, mercifully, have nor learned from grim ex- perience may well �,vEtothepi2figS 11E11 u" Cheerfully... Gratefully,,.. Generousayl "•""`"" 5$09 $5,494,100 is needed this year VARNA The anally friends of Mr. W. G, Clarke are glad to see him home after spending the .past week in the Clinton hospital, Mr. Wm, McAsh and Mr, Herb Stephenson have returned home after spending the past month in Florida. ' A number of local Orangemen attended the County Orange Lodge in Clinton on Wednesday last. Mrs. Fred McClymont has re- turned home after spending last weele in Toronto. A large number have been confined to theik' -'homes with the flu during the peat two weeks. WINTHROP The Helping Hand Mission Band of Cavan Church, Win- throp will hold their meeting at 2 p.m., Sunday, March lath, in the basement of the church. KIPPEN THRIFTY KlPPENETTES The third meeting of the Thrifty Kippenettes was held on Tuesday evening, March 2 at the hoine of Mrs. W. Bell. We opened our meeting by singing' the "The Milky Way". The roll call "Do's for the House Diary" was answered by 18 members. the minutes were then read and adopted. Mrs. Bell told us a lit- tle bit about desserts. She then demonstrated on how to make a custard properly. A member of the club, Marie Jarrett then demonstrated on how to make white sauce. Mrs. W. Caldwell reviewed measuring with the first year members. Our leader then showed us how to make a macaroni scallop. Anyone get- ting the London Free Press Week -end Magazine will find the recipe in there. We closed our meeting by repeating the 4 -II pledge. Lunch was served by the hostess consisting of a salad plate and baked custards. DUBCIN DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL NEWS On Friday night the High School held Parents' Night. This is really Education Week, but we anticipated it since there is a P.T.A. meeting on Thursday night of this week,. All our parents were here and enjoyed our interesting program. Note books, arts, crafts and essays were on display. Grade 9 and 10 showed that they had been working when their "Afghan" was completed and on display, Prizes were given for highest standing to Eleanor Bowman, Grade II; Marvin Benninger, Grade XI; Cleo Bowman, Grade X; Rosemary Flannery, Grade IX. Essay prizes were given to Margaret O'Rourke, Phyllis But. ters, Patsy Costello, Mary Cro- nin, Marie O'Connor and Joan Dalton. French prizes were giv- en to Rosemary Flannery, Don •Klinkhamer and Anne Maloney. A prize for mathematics was given to Louis Murray. Religion prize to Catherine Moylan. ,Sci- EUCHRE ! Monday, March 14 AT 8.30 P.M. In the Odd Fellows Hall, Seaforth Sponsored by the C.P.&T. Com. Admission 40c. Lunch served Seaforth Agricultural Soc. is again sponsoring a FIELD CROP COMPETITION in Oats. The variety is Rodney. Anybody interested please con- tact Ken Stewart or Harold Pryce erica prize, to Neil Stapleton, Public speaking, Marie Givlin. Arts and crafts to Shirley Horan. The Student Council were fortunate enough to purchase lovely green drapes which were admired by most people Parents' Night. These drapes add much to the decoration of the library. The money received at the School Dance was put to a good use by buying a tape recorder. We use it for various times such as the songs for the music festival, French pronunciation and English reacting, It is inter- esting and may be eilightenmg to hear one's own voice, We recived our monthly re- ports on Tuesday, March 2, dis- tributed by Father Ffoulkes, Most of the pupils were pleased with their marks. Grade 9 had the highest standing in the school with 78 per cent. McKILLOP S. S. No. 2 Farm Forum met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Se - Cord McBrien last week. The Radio Broadcast featured a talk by Herb Hannam, on the work- ings of the agricultural prices support act. This being review night we had no discussion. Re- sults of progressive euchre: win- ners, ladies, Mrs. Relit. McMil- lan, Mrs, Ellwood Clarke; con- solation, Mrs. Sam St ore y. Gents, Alvin Dodds, Walter Scott; consolation, Ellwood Clarke. This week's meeting was held at the hone of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. McMillan.: Subject for dis- cussion, Education for Farming. Question .(1) How far should young people planning farming go in School? We feel there should be equal opportunities for all and that two or three years in high school should be a minimum. What special agricultural training is necessary for modern farming? We suggest one needs extra training in mechanics, building construction, live stock and veterinary science, soils and crops, bookkeeping and citizen- ship, also one can train himself or herself through the use of books and pamphlets. Is the high school the place for agricultural training? High Schools can be the starting point or base for an agricultural training, but should be followed by a two-year course at Agri- cultural College. 4-H Club work is also a real help. Results of progressive euchre: winners, la- dies, Mrs. R. E. McMillan, Mrs. Ellwood 'Clarke, consolation, Pauline Dolmage. Gents, .Stew- art 'Dolmage, Wayne Dolmage; consolation, William Storey. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Storey. The Voice Of Temperance The subtlety of the serpent is shown in the way the brewers train their public relations men. In one brochure issued for their guidance there are no fewer than 134 special days and events listed. On these occasions the smooth brewery agents; .polished off by courses of training in public relations, very pleasing in personality, will play their un- obtrusive part. A few words here, some co-operative there. Perhaps a little financial assist- ance, possibly a little entertain- ment. The prestige and standing of the Trade is thus definitely and easily enhanced, for there are found few to protest. In fact many respectable but un- suspecting people actually ap- plaud these brewers' agents bearing gifts—Advt. NOTICE TO MOTOR VEHICLE OWNERS AND DRIVERS Tuesday, March 15th, 1955, is the last day upon which 1954 motor vehicle and trailer registration plates may be used. It is also the date of expiration of all 1954 chauffeurs' and operators' licences. Secure yours at once FARR LINE The meeting of the Parr Line Farm Forum was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs, John Sol - den with 18 members in attend- ance The topic for the evening was "Education for Farming.'. This forum was unanimous iii its decisions that young people on the farm should have at least 2 years of high school training. Special agricultural training can be learned in our high schools. The farm of today be- ing mechanized as it is demands some training in this respect. Night schools, Short Courses on agriculture which give basic training in mechanics, animal husbandry good farming meth- ods. 4-H clubs help to train farm youth with their various pro- jects, it also develops community leadership. Is the high school the place for agricultural education? We feel that it is a help to the student especially if the student has agriculture as a fu- ture, Higher education is most de- sirable but it is a known fact that only 12 per cent of farm students graduating from our colleges return to the farm, If farming was more attractive it might have more highly trained experts returning to then. Following the discussion a re- creation period of euchre was enjoyed, winners were Ladies, Mrs. Glen Weido; •gents, Mr. Charles Robinson. All forums in South Huron are reminded of the rally to be held at the Exeter District High School on March 28th, Next meeting of this forum will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Gordon Love, In The Legislature (From a speech by Mr. Prycle in the Legislature on March 2.) The Speech from the Throne made mention of the disastrous effects of "Hurricane Hazel," which stunned the whole pro- vince. Although my constituency is many miles removed from the scene •of the disaster, the people in that area immediately re- sponded to the appeal for help. But I want to make mention of a particular service rendered at that time. Housing was of prime importance. Canvas tents and other temporary shelters were inadequate at that time of the year. However, a compara- tively new form of housing has come on the scene in recent years to -meet the fast changing needs of our time. I refer to trailer homes. A new plant for their con- struction was recently built in Hensall, and the manager im- mediately contacted me and ask- ed if I would assist him in mak- ing an offer of immediate assist- ance. He visualized the need of a mobile headquarters for relief agencies, and' offered, without reservation, the use of a fully equipped mobile home, suitable for use as an office and with living accommodation for sever- al people. Through the hon. Prime Minister, this was placed at the disposal of the Red 'Cross,. and was delivered and all ser- vices installed within 24 hours. As soon as plans. could be de- vised for some way to provide shelter for the homeless, this same firm immediately put for- ward a plan to build some 30 mobile homes for the •govern- ment at their regular price, and to re -purchase them next spring at a moderate depreciated value, when it is hoped the emergency measures will not be found nec- essary. So efficient 'was this little factory, that they stepped up production to deliver these at the rate of 3 per day. In addition to this company laying such an important part n a national emergency, I like o think of it as evidence that n industry established away turn the large centres is under tlo handicap. In this case, they ound extra available labour ble and willing to do a job in a urry, when speed was the realest need. Most of my constituency is ural, but urban people often do not realize what a wet fall can o in a farming community. It s often regarded as a holiday poiled or the week -ends have een bad for a game of golf, and o on. Let me tell you what the wet all of 1954 did to the farmers n my riding, when twice as nuch rain fell in two weeks as n the preceding 4 months. A onsiderable acreage of white eans are grown, and although here were prospects of a bump- ✓ crop, when it came time to arvest them, beginning early in eptember, we experienced one f the wettest seasons on record. my 50 per cent, of the crop was harvested at all and only bout 20 percent. of that was in ood condition. The rest was a tal loss. 1953 statistics reveal - d that 18,100 acres of beans ere grown in Huron County, ith a total value of :$1,193,200. will be seen, then, that on is basis the loss to bean . grow- s in Huron County this year as about $1 million in income one, which does not take into nsideration what was lost in ed, fertilizer, and the labour nvolved in planting the crop. Two thousand acres of sugar ets were grown in the south rn part of Huron, and after nsiderable difficulty and ex ense, about 1,875 -acres: were rvested. 125 acres were lost. mpletely, representing a mon- cry loss of over •$10,000 on is crop alone. A similar story can be told•h' egarding turnips, but there as een no panic. Only, may I say p t a f a h g d s b s i c b t e h s 0 0 a g to e w It th er w al eo se i be e co ha co of th r b to those who are continually calling for a reduction in food costs, consider that the primary producer of our food is taking atisevere, licking at the present me. It must be realized that farm labour costs have a more direct relation to other labour costs than formerly. Today, the aver- age Ontario farm is highly mechanized and the price of ma- chinery and equipment neces- sary to operate a farm is all based on present-day costs, so also is the fuel to operate them, Hydro bills and other expenses of modern living' all must be paid for in cash. No longer does the farmer plod along with a team and have all the family employed just to got a living. In the old days, if crops were poor or prices low, so much more was taken out of the hides of the family. May 1 point out, due to mech- anization, farm product output per man has risen by 70 % since 1935. Again, compared with a few years ago, with 35 per cent. fewer men engaged in farming,. they are producing 25 per cent. more crop. Referring again to the Speech from the Throne, I ant glad to know that it is proposed to ap- point a select committee to in- vestigate the marketing of farm products, Our farmers have the know-how to produce food in abundance, either in the form of grain, dairy products or all kinds of livestock and livestock products. What is wanted is a stable market at a price which gives them a fair return for their investment and labour. True, people in the city, who aro not engaged in this form of production, wish to get food as cheaply as possible. That is un- derstandable, But it is to no- body's benefit to get it at such a price that the one who produc- ed this food did so at a loss, He its turn cannot purchase what the factory worker' produces, and hence the cycle is complete and we have unemployment. Part of the remedy lies be- yond the power of the provincial government, .because it appears to the to boil itself down to two things: (1) ways and means to get markets outside the coun- try for our surplus agricultural Products, or '(2) increased num- bers of people to consume them at home. As this is beyond our jurisdiction, I will refrain from commenting further on this as- pect of the matter. What we are concerned about is markets. Is the answer in export markets? Are we pro- ducing the proper grade of beef, pork or other foodstuffs? Would extension of the Farm Products Marketing Act be a help? Is it a selling job that is required? Or must we have more research to find ways and means to cut costs and acquire greater effic- iency? These are some of the ques- tions a select committee may well investigate, and, if they can find an answer, their labors will be well rewarded, I submit, Mr. .Speaker, that our whole economy depends up- on a healthy agriculture. As I have indicated, our farmers know how to produce food- stuffs, Ibut means must be found to get markets which will give them a fair return for their la- bour. If we can solve that prob- lem, the wheels of industry will soon be turning at full speed. Larger markets will be created for farm machinery, automo- biles, home appliances, and everything which concerns our way of life. FORTY YEARS AGO Prom The Seaforth. News March 1915 Mr. Alex Gordon has bought Mr. 'Grisbrooks house in Eg- mondville. Robert Munn of McKillop has got a cement brick and tile ma- chine. Mr. John Walker of Roxboro, who was operated on last sum- mer for an infection of the eye, says he can now see better with that eye than the other. Mr.. Chas. Mac'Gregor, V.S. of Constance, is a visitor in Tor- onto. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Butson have taken up residence in Staf- fs. Mrs. H. Kennedy, Staffa, en- tertained in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Feeney, who will stove to their new farm at Dub- lin. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Weber have moved to Seaforth from Dublin. Mr. Robert Brownlee, Kippen, held an excellent stock and im- plement sale and horses and cattle brought high prices. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Davidson quietly celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married in Brantford in 1855 and have lived in Seaforth for 42 years, • Mrs. Everett and Mrs. Goven- lock of St. Thomas' Church, are attending the 28th annual meet- ing of Huron Diocesan Branch of the Woman's Auxiliary be- ing held in London. Mrs. H. Beattie and two sons returned to Winnipeg this week after spending several weeks in Seaforth, Mr, Will Farquharson has re- turned to Provost, Alberta, `Miss •Somerville supplied for Miss McGregor at the public school for several days. Miss Minnie MacKay of the public school staff is laid up with pneu- monia and her class was closed for a few days. ' Seaforth is tied with Ehnira for the senior championship of the •Northern League. Judgment has been rendered by Mr. Justice Latchford, in the case of Jones vs. Township of Tuckersmith. The decision quashes a• bylaw closing a street in Egmondville. THE SEAFORTIS NEWS--Tlrtti'sdny, March '10, 1915 Regent T atre Now Piaying. SAI3RINA Audrey Hepburn - 1totnphrc'y Bogart One of 0t0M's most interesting love sl pries of the year Next Mon. Tues. Weil. THE ACTRESS Spencer Tracy - Jean Simmons. Two Academy Award Winners • in a story of a brilliant. teenager Next `i'hurs.lt'ri. Sat, PRINCESS OF THE NILE T't'Iuncolor Jeffrey Hunter - Debra Paget. 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Yet slie' tells us • • there is one thing that has not changod through the years, and that is the pleasant, interested people who continue to enter and grow up in the telephone business; men and women who have shared one aim — to make good telephone service even. better, That's the way it was in Miss Camp's day. That's the way it is now, 75 years later, THE BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY OF -CANADA