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Home My WebLink AboutZurich Citizens News, 1964-06-18, Page 2PAGE TWO THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 1964 Cctrnme4 OEN NW IMO With Flags Unfurled Seldom, if ever, in the history of Can- ada has the world been treated to the spectacle of a "family squabble" such as that which has arisen over the choice of a new national flag. The circulation of peti- tions, the marching of demonstrators, the expounding of fiery speeches and bitter debate all have taken place before the issue is actually placed before parliament. In- dividuals and even organizations have taken up verbal cudgels to bolster their choice of a symbol. Letters from the public appearing in the press have attempted to show that the veterans of the World Wars died for "the dear old flag". We were always under the impression we were fighting for principles —freedom of speech—the right to worship in our manner — and other tenets which make up our Christian and democratic way of life. Now some would tell us that wasn't it, we were really fighting for a colored piece of bunting, a flag. We mean no dis- respect to any flag, but it only represents our ideals, a flag isn't the ideal itself. Canadians hare been said to have "no image or identity". In view of what has been going on, we seem to be developing one—a sort of national immaturity. Is the choice of a mere national sym- bol — a badge of identification—worth all the vitrolic comment? This sort of thing should not go on in a world where millions of children go to bed—or should we say to sleep—hungry every night; where discrim- ination abounds; where Christian morality is being discarded as being old-fashioned; where lack of education chains millions in ignorance and superstition or economic slavery. Let's direct our fighting enegries into more rewarding channels such as solv- ing and combatting the foregoing problems. We don't need a 12 million dollar elec- tion to choose a flag. We don't need people to pass resolutions and sign petitions. We have elected 265 members of parliament to run the country, and if they choose a new flag, it should be all right with us. We could tell these flag wavers to hang their heads in shame, but we'd rather have them bow their heads in prayer—and ask for Divine guidance in the trying days which always lie ahead of all of us.—(New Ham- burg Independent) Show Appreciation It's such a busy world ! There are so many things to remember in order to get on with the business of living that people are inclined to forget to set aside a moment to show appreciation. In the course of a day most human beings receive several small, kindly ac- tions from other human beings. The feel- ing of gratitude for them is present, but oh, so often unexpressed ! Parents, for example, do so many little services for their children. Unless the children are taught to show some apprecia- tion for them, they will take them all very much for granted. Later in their lives, the little services are likely to become greater and bigger demands will be made. And they will be taken for granted too— through custom over the years. The little word, "Thank -you" is not too much to expect, either from children to a parent or from one adult to another for any kindness in word or deed. Yet it is not used nearly often enough in this busy world. It may not be adequate in some cases, but at least, it is a beginning. A return service or kindness can always follow the word when the opportunity arises.—(Nanton News) 4 �.:. 47.52'H�itSilis.: •J' When you see the green BELL trucks in front of homes and offices in Hensall . . AiNAOCC our men will soon be visiting you to see that your telephone is ready for Local and Long Distance Dialing this fall. At that time, you'll be able to dial numbers all over the continent (as well as any number in your community). And at that time, you will receive new seven -figure telephone numbers with prefix "262". Business and professional men might like to keep this number change in mind when ordering station- ery bearing their telephone numbers. When our installer calls at your home, be sure to ask him to show you the coloured extension phones. _ An exten- sion can save you so many, many steps and provide privacy on personal or busi- ness calls. The little Princess is partic- ularly handy in the bedroom—the dial lights up when you lift the receiver. Built, managed and owned by Canadians Canadian social worker Doris Clark invites you to write her about your problem. She answers letters ofgeneral itsterest.in this column but can't undertake personal replies. DEAR DORIS — I have two sweet little boys ages three and five. They play often with a boy about 11 who lives right across the street. I like this boy and never was suspicious about him. But one day another neigh- bor of mine told me that this boy molest little children sex- ually. Believe me, I was shock- ed and from that time on I have made sure that my boys were inside when he came home from school. I do not want to hurt his parents' feelings but on the other hand I am so afraid that something might happen to my little boys. Since you always give such good advice, perhaps you can tell me what to do. Should I go to his mother and ask her about it? Perhaps she doesn't even know. MOMMY DEAR MOMMY—Right now your little ones can't under- stand or cope with such be- havior. Keep them in your own back yard. Simply tell the offender you want your sons playing with boys their own age. Talking to his mother will get nothing but resentment, unless she is a ZURICH Citizens NEWS HERB TURKHEIM — Bditor and Publisher PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING at ZURICH, ONTARIO Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa and for the payment of postage in cash. Member: ONTARIO WEEKLY NEWSPAP ASSOCIATION Member: CANADIAN WEEKLY NEWSPAPERS ASSOCIATION subscription Rates: $3.00 per year in advance, in Canada; $4•.00 in United Statea and and Foreign; single copies 7 cent* highly unusual person. DEAR DORIS—My boy friend and I went together for two months pretty steady. Then he went to work in another city. He says he is saving his money to buy a home. The way he talks he's serious about hav- ing awing a wife. He seems to like me but didn't tell me to wait for him. On his letters he puts "Dear One", and "Love" at the end. Should I do the same? THINKING OF HIM DEAR THINKING—No, not even if he calls you "Future Wife" — without a declaration offered and accepted. * * DEAR DORIS—My husband and I are going to make a trip to Switzerland in July. My hus- band has two sisters, a step- mother and 10 step brothers and step -sisters. I feel they expect us to bring gifts from Canada, but, as there are so many (and children besides), I don't think I could bring them all something. Could I give some and not all or just something for his stepmother? DEAR NOT STINGY—A fam- ily gift is the answer—maybe SALE PRICE ON QUARTS 4T.M. Rog, SUN -PROOF OIL BASE EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINT is Pittsburgh's regular first quality house paint. It's available at a special low price during this sale in a wide range of clean whites and crisp colours. See your Pittsburgh Paints dealer soon for best selection. I ASK ABOUT NEW SUN.PROOF LATEX EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINT. NO PRIMMER NEEDED GINGERICH'S SALES & SERVICE LIMITED SEAFORTH — ZURICH — CLINTON food, Canadian or home-made. Maple syrup •or maple sugar or a slab of fruit cake from your own recipe. Or jam made of Canadian fruit. Or all four. They'll all dig in and love it. DEAR DORIS—I am a Cana- dian who has lived in the States for the last six years. 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