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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1951-10-04, Page 2Page 2 THE TIMES-APVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO* THURSDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 4t 1951 2,396 kuorr Bureau of Li at eral Hospital training school nurses. Sande holid montl They left Exeter th THE ABSENTEE And Elsewhere By Rev. James Anthony, M.A. ** TIMES Go By and so* more pre- Neighboring News ■ ■ H long goal with “He here, well ten will be days of auspi- lately “Cracks multitude that number were and Queen as of sunset passed into the Every subject has been Professor J. L. Wild, of journalism at Uni­ Ontario, spoken before London recently put us no man with the the slow Saturday Evening Advocate Established 1881rimes Established 1873 Amalgamated 1924 Published Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ontario An Independent Newspaper Devoted to the Interests of the Town of Exeter and District Authorized as Second Class Mail. Post Office Department, Ottawa Member of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association Member of the Ontario-Quebec Division of the CWNA Member of the Audit Bureau of Circulation Paid-in-Advance Circulation as of March 31, 1951 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Canada, in advance, $2.50 a year — United States, in advance, $3.00 Single Copies Up Each - PublishersJ. Melvin Southcott Robert Southcott THURSDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 4, 1951 ain The farmers of Canada for many years have produced the leaders of state, of business. Now the Kincardine News re­ minds us the farm has this year produced a "Miss Canajla”. The News points out that “Miss Can­ ada of 1951” is no glamor girl from the fashionable and sleek beauty salons of our cities. She is the daughter of a Western Ontario tobacco farmer. “Of the innumerable stories we have heard about young’ ladies whose fathers chose the calling of agriculture, there has not been one previously of this type, a success story. “People in cities may wonder why a country girl would win over their entries. Of course, those people have forgotten that they themselves or their parents came from rural Ontario. “What Don Fairbairn refers to as ‘the important part of Ontario which lies out­ side the cities' is just whether the cities like that they are trying to paratively insignificant tails. “It is not necessary to go back through the years any great length to find that the men and women who occupy the seats of the mighty in Canada came, for the most part, from farm homes. There is every like­ lihood this conidtion will continue, for, despite their many avowed advantages, cities do not provide the background that is to be found in the vaster areas which lies beyond them.” * «• that. Rural Ontario, it or not, is the dog wag with their com- ** Pearson’s Analy sis Canada’s Minister of External Affairs. Mike Pearson., gave the National Council of Women an idea of his government’s thinking on the world crisis last week. Said he: “It may well be that Russia, faced with growing Western strength and unity, will now wish to ... . avoid open conflict.” But, he added, it would be a purely tactical decision. The Soviet would pursue her aim of world rules through other chan­ nels, including more and more “hypocriti­ cal” peace appeals. At least until the end of 1954. he sug­ gested, there will be acute danger. There would be danger for years after that. To his suggestion that the West’s' armament may already have achieved primary purpose of deterring general re- its ag-_ . ■& gression even though any letdown could be fatal., he added these sobering thoughts: “We are competing in both a sprint and a marathon ... It may be that if we have achieved our defence objectives by. say, the end of 1954, we will have sur- ' mounted the most acutely dangerous per­ iod. “That, however, may be followed by the longer-term phase of the conflict, the marathon race, which may last for many years. During this period, we must refuse to yield to the temptation to adopt the policies or even the tactics of those who would destroy us. “We must maintain, not as an emer­ gency measure hut as a normal part of national life,, the level of defence effort re­ quired. But we must also prove to our peo­ ples that our civilization is worth this ef­ fort, While concentrating on the immediate danger of military attack, we must hold out the hope—-indeed, do hold it out—of further progress.” Viewing the world more merely than, social and economic ............t_ ........................... “easy confidence nor black despair.” Mr. Pearson said it is his impression that the Russians arc worried not only by the West's grow­ ing strength bill “also by ll st t‘“Sb of and international the increasing purpo whiel both faces I his most important which he appeared I est’s rearmament may senten ee to sugg< al re ad 'S :St were that have unity a; national them.” But those in the M achieved its primary purpose. He led up to them by “never before has there been bination of aggressive military a universal revolutionary idea of the Nazis and exercises” com- say i ng such a power serving that oom- with that power”. The fifth columns Fascists were "Boy Scout pared to those of Russia, The West faced two danger of military conquest, the newer dan ger the for of attack within from the friends of enemy. Its military weakness “is still a cause anxiety hi the face of overpowering Soviet air* and land strength . . . “but social weaknesses, injustice, bad economic condi­ tions, oppression, racial arrogance and pov­ erty were dangers which Russia would ex­ ploit. too. “This means,” he said, “that our para­ mount problem in the days ahead will be not only to become militarily stronger, but to maintain the proper balance between military power, economic stability and soc­ ial progress,” ** Welcome The Immigrant When a new immigrant from Europe arrives in the Kitchener-Waterloo commun­ ity of Western Ontario, he receives a warm welcome to Canada and an introduction to the Canadian way of life. He gets some real encouragement in those first discour­ aging months of loneliness and homesick­ ness. Through names supplied by the Red the Kitchener-Waterloo Council of in touch with the newcomer find housing and a suitable Cross, Friendship gets and helps him job. This is a kind of public be carried on profitably by, a local service organization. most excellent and useful .service and one that might * This is excellent news for Russia, com­ ments a contemporary, saying: “When soc­ ial welfare, costs of provinces and muni­ cipalities are taken into account, there is no question that Canada is spending far more on social welfare than on defence.” WHAT OTHERS SAY 50 YEARS AGO Eden Epworth League purpose having a Bun and Honey Social on October 17. Mrs. George K. Heaman and Miss Emily Frayne, who spent several days at the Pan-Ameri­ can, returned home on Wednes­ day last. The Parsons & Davis Co. of Centralia have started packing winter apples for which they are paying big prices. Mr. Boyd, principal of Exeter Public School, Dr, Rivers of Cre- diton and Rev, H. W. Crews of St. Thomas gave an address at the Sunday School rally in James St. Methodist Church on Sunday afternoon last. Miss Sadie Hawkshaw who has been in Detroit for some years has returned to town to reside with her father, Mr. John Hawk­ shaw. s lA 15 YEARS AGO Mr. William Hyde of Hens an old-time fiddler competed tl year for the first time at t Canadian National Exhibition a made a creditable showing, was successful in winning four place with 79 points. J. G. Stanbury, K.C., has be appointed County Judge coin with headquarters Catharines. Mr. and Mrs. W. D. returned Tuesday after a of two and one half overseas, middle of July on the Canadia Pilgrimage to Vimy Ridge. Be Kind Gentle Reader (Listowel Banner) The words of assistant professor versity of Western the Rotary Club at strongly in mind of the little song that goes something like this: “Be kind to your web-footed friends. For that duck may be somebody’s mother . . we’re getting at is Professor asking that people render them- thc newspapers a real service by What Wild was selves and being co-operative with reporters. We don’t have much trouble that way around but Professor Wild's remarks are worth repeating. Even if you have been brought up to think of reporters as strange characters, as we must grant some of us are, be kind to them, Gentle Reader, for the reasons here­ inafter set out by our professorial friend. Stressing the importance of coopera­ tion in any interview. Professor Wild said the interview should not be regarded as a contest. "If a reporter talks to you, there’s no need to be on your guard. Meet him man to man and answer questions direct­ ly,” There were bound to be some honest mistakes in news stories, he cautioned, and instances of misquoting. But these could not be avoided. He suggested that the per­ son misquoted should get in touch with the reporter and find out why before "blowing his top”. In a quick run-down on how to meet reporters and talk to them, the speaker noted that today’s newsmen had more edu­ cation, tact. resourcefulness and integrity than ever before, "Cooperate with them and they will respect your confidence. The reporter has to be all things to all men. Understand their difficulties and help out when they come to you for information.” There were certain types that a broader knowledge 1 a reporter had to tackle. The various uncooperative categories type, who says noth a si m i 1 a r cat ego r y type. All of these ) elsewhere for what a procedure that may result in benefit from jobs into The “clam comment.' not news the reporter to “No “I’m forct he wants error. ( ooperation, said a two-way street that n porting. "If you ar try it out. You'll find jt works c of V tiuld the fell ng. and mar Professor Wild, was led to factual news e ever interviewed. 25 YEARS AGO Mr. Stuart Stanbury returned to Toronto University on Satur­ day to enter his final year in Arts and third in medicine. At Main Street United Church on Friday evening the young people surprized their president, Mr. W. E. Aidworth, who left on Monday to take up missionary work in Saskatchewan and sented him with a bible, Mr. Elmer Christie has turned home after spending re­ tire past month as assistant judge of school fairs in Ontario counties with headquarters at Uxbridge. Mr. Esli Heywood is erecting a new red brick veneer resi­ dence on Laughall St Miss Mildred Wood recently graduated from the Sarnia Gen- Home From Scotland Mrs, Sarah Mullarkey, North Ward,who has spent a most en­ joyable five month holiday with her relatives in Glasgow, Scot­ land and England, returned home Friday night. She arrived at Quebec City on the Franconia. Mrs. Mullarkey says there is plenty to eat but not the variety we enjoy here. While in the Old Land one of her brothers whom she had visited for a month passed away suddenly. (St. Marys Journal-Argus) County Road paved County workmen have com­ pleted the asphalt paving of the County Road from Lieury east to the Clandeboye Road. They have widened the road to high­ way width from Lieury to Moray and have surfaced it with gravel. It is expected that this County Road will be paved next year thus giving a paved road from Moray to No. 4 Highway and a much shorter all pavement route for motorists to get from here to Exeter and points north on Num­ ber 4 Highway. I (Parkhill Gazette 1i I Golden Wedding A very happy event took at the home of Mr. and Henry Steinbach of town on day, September 23 when I family, grandchildren, Pastor and I Mrs. Heitnrich, relatives and friends joined with them to cele­ brate their niversary. place Mrs. S un­ til eir fiftietli wedding an- (Zttrich Herald) semester at CDCI initiation taking the Initiation I The fall opened with I spotlight.I During the initiation period older students were responsible for teaching freshmen their place | as junior members of the stud­ ent body. Emphasis was laid on 'the sovereignty of senior stud- jents over freshmen. Freshmen polished shoes, carried books, 1O YEARS AGO Rev. Douglas Hill has called to the colors with Canadian Army and has appointed District Chaplain. Work on the Centralia airpo is progressing rapidly and ne families and laborers are arri ing in Exeter daily looking f housing accommodation. Miss Labelle Sims left Wednesday foi’ Kitchener whe she will train for a nur in the Kitchener-Waterloo Hosi tai, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Gordo Ann and Keith left Saturd: last for Toronto where Mr, G don has accepted a position. Mr. and Mrs. Clark Fishe celebrated their 25 th weddin; anniversary on Sunday, Septem ber 2 8, at the home of thei daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Harol Rowe.' and held doors open for their superiors. The garments modelled by the newcomers were adapted from Paris creations. Freshmen wore pyjama tops over their other clothes and carried signs bearing their names. Girls’ hair styles surpassed all imagination and the boys, with their pant legs rolled up, displayed many shape­ ly legs. (Clinton News-Record) Pioneer Home Burns A large brick house erected by pioneer residents of Hit 11 e 11 Township was completely des­ troyed by fire early Sunday evening, and a family Of seven was rendered homeless. The fire is believed to have started from overheated pipes. Owned by Fred and Tilly Fow­ ler of Mitchell, the Fowler home­ stead, lot 10, con. 3, Hullett, five miles northwest of Seaforth, had past John five from been occupied during' the month by Mr. and Mrs. Mero and their family of children, ranging’ in age one to thirteen. (Huron Expositor) in Wrist Graver, employee nd Colquhoun, Mitchell Stecl Arnold Sawyer a was a patient in Stratford Hospi tai the latter part of the week running a splinter of steel into his left wrist, slashing an artery. Mr. Graver was engaged in re­ moving the hub from the wheel of a car on which he was repair­ ing the axle Thursday afternoon of last week? and was in the act of striking two hammers togeth­ er when the steel entered his wrist. After local attention he was removed to hosital where the splinter was removed on Fri­ day morning, (Mitchell Advocate) Use tlic Classifieds! Tlioy’11 Bell It for You’ Cracks In The Kremlin Wall There is a book issued by Cranksliaw entitued, in the Kremlin Wall” There has been no review of the book pub­ lished that has No doubt the soon will have books usually purchasing come this way. public libraries the book. Such are beyond the power of the ordin­ ary reader. However the title js suggestive. The question at once presents itself, “How have those cracks come about?” We have heard of the walls of Jericho that fell at the timely blast of a ram’s horn. We have read of the walls of Jerusalem that crumbl­ ed beneath the thunder of the battering rams. But what of the effective walls of the Kremlin? For those walls, however formi- nable they have been and how­ ever impregnable they may ap­ pear at the present, are bound to come tumbling down, For one thing they are not built on justice and goodness. Justice is the foundation stone of all government th ailed. Instead, it is stronger than ever. For one thing the council never forgot to ask it­ self why we should live at all. The quiet words of Mr. Pear­ son in his radio address told us why the nations of the North At­ lantic pact have united. In his steadily uttered and well thought words he indicated that the pact has been formed in order that, under providence, we may hope and work for the day when the nations of the world may live in peace and harmony because the hearts and souls and minds of the world are joined in mu­ tual understanding. This practical statesman and man of affairs sees that this state so far, is anything but realized. He is aware that the enemies of our way of life are alert and abroad to seize every good thing we now possess in order that oui’ hard won advantages may be converted into our oppressors. In order that we may not be so ensalved the fine men of the North Atlantic council have toil­ ed and deliberated and set to one side all concerns of lesser consideration. It makes the pulse beat with more than crusader enthusiasm to rest assured that our leading men see the affairs of the race with such practical enlightement. We are refreshed as we whole­ heartedly believe that our lead­ ers have their eyes not only on the affairs of immediate impor­ tance to each of us but to the whole world. Only by so doing can peace and security be secur- red. Only by enabling all of us to see things as a whole can we be pursuaded to endure the struggle without which our cannot be reached, The Royal Sufferer Anxious were the hearts fond were the hopes of hundreds of millions of the finest people on earth during the last days and more. Earnest the long trying anxious convalescence now ciously begun. A could King hours dawn, through a somewhat similar ex­ perience and has awaited tightened throat the word, is improving.” His gracious queen is far lady set apart. She whose heart beats pulses of her every the one who sus- than a noble is a woman time with the subject. May tained Mary and Martha be the life and strength of the Royal couple in their home and wher­ ever their lot may be east. Why Are We Concerned? Queries are made why we should be so deeply concerned about his Majesty’s illness and why so much trouble is gone to ’ because the Princess Elizabeth and her consort are contemplat­ ing a visit to Canada,.-The rea­ son is plain. The King stands for way of life,-We are living at sufficient' distance from the ■pign of Queen Victoria to esti- late what her life and reign as meant to the Commonwealth, nd to the world. Her fine wo- lanhoed, her clean court, her aving common sense and above 11 else, her Christian character steadiness to the whole Our present King is a worthy successor to her in character and manliness. His Christmas mes­ sages have been the expression of great souls. His life is a call to enlightened policy in every government. His way of carry­ ing on his own affairs exempli- — Please Turn to Page Four LAFF OF THE WEEK