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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1963-03-28, Page 4. `0,4wee.• ( 'BANK Of MONTREAL "MY BANK' 10 01411110. 1100105 :The issues This: confused election Major areas contention in, the forthcoming April federal election are discussed bylocal members of.the two principal political parties in this two-part series. Mr, Hicks, an Usberne township farmer, is amember of HDHS beard, the vocational advisory boare et Cen- tral Huren HS, and secretary of Ushorne school area beard, Mr. Wooden teaches geography at $111311S and is serving his second term as an Exeter councillor. Send your ,donations to Exeter Lions Club K. J. I-1mpirnan campaign Chairman CANADA " 19e3 Milt Robbins e‘c Easter Seal Treasurer By .4, WOODEN By GARNET HICKS For Huron Liberal Association a defeat at the polls, apparently, can justify party action, In the current situation, Mr, Dief- enbaker's demise might well serve the party's interest; it may reach a disastrously low ebb if Mr. Diefenbaker is returned in another minor- ity position. * * * For Huron .pc Association Introduction We bought it through the The overriding need facing Canada today is the election of a government with e elear jority and which will have the ability and decis- ion necessary to get Canada moving again, Canada must have a stable government that will make decisions and take action, The Liberal party is united and stands ready to give Canada the firm decisive guidance we need. Under the leadership of Hon. Pearson, a proven administrator and one with the capacity to work with others, the Liberal party can give Canada hard-headed, realistic government. The Liberal party can provide a government which. knows the way ahead is not smooth put which has the plans and ability to level out the rough spots, When one sits down to write even a short piece such as this it becomes increasingly apparent that the Conservative Party under John Diefen- baker has given this country effective govern- ment over the past five years. Despite the criticism from the other parties and the sound and the fury over one issue the inescapable fact is that Canada has had good administration from the Conservative govern- ment. It is a government which deserves the right to continue what has, all in all, been a policy of progress for Canada. This policy is discussed in some of its aspects under five headings. Agriculture The Canadian farmer must be given the se- curity and protection he deserves, together with a fair share of the national income. Liberal farm policy is designed to do this. A new Liberal government will maintain price supports on important agricultural products that are fair and realistic, they will be based on principles, not on expediency. Where appro- priate, a new Liberal government will provide deficiency payments that will protect farmers in seasons of price declines by calculating pay- ments on a quarterly instead of annual basis. Where appropriate, also, support prices will be put on a regional basis. A new Liberal government will include both a Minister of Agriculture and an Associate Mini- ster of Agriculture of cabinet rank, one of whom will be specifically responsible for agricultural problems in eastern Canada. A new Liberal government will promptly seek agreement with the provinces on a plan which will enable marketing boards to operate on a national scale when farmers so desire. These are but a few of the proposals that would be introduced by a Liberal government Which will be of direct benefit to the farmers of Huron and this in turn means everybody will benefit. LOW-COST, LIFE-INSURED LOANS The problem of farm surpluses offers no easy immediate solution. The Conservative Govern- ment has successfully completed seven grain sales to China which last year alone brought $147,000,000. to Canadian farmers. An imagina- tive trade policy has seen Canadian food stuffs exported to all parts of the world. When Canadian markets in Britain seemed to be threatened by possible British entry into the Common Market, the Conservative Government did everything possible to reduce possible market losses. In an extremely competitive world, Canadian agri- cultural exports have fared very well under the Diefenbaker Government. Another important aspect of agricultural pol- icy has been the Agricultural Rehabilitation and Development Act which provides the necessary legislation to assist rural areas all over Canada. Such things as the problem of the part-time mar- ginal farmer in the maritimes, irrigation areas in the West, problem areas in Ontario etc., are covered. In brief Conservative policies have brought unprecedented prosperity to Canadian agricul- ture. Exeter Branch: CHARLES SMITH, Manager Centralia (Sub-Agency): (Open Tuesday, Thursday and on Friday 4,30 - 6 p.m.) Crediton (Sub-Agency): (Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday) Grand Bend Branch: DONALD ROBERTSON, Manager Dashwood (Sub-Agency): Open Mon., Wed. & Fri, Hensall Branch: KEN CHRISTIAN, Manager Lucan Branch: JACK STEACY, Manager Zurich Branch: JOHN BANNISTER, Manager 14,444S•424412101 Defence But what of Mr, Pearson? His campaign style is not drawing crowds nor enthusiasm, al- though it's admirable that be is qualifying his promises by insisting that the economy must be strengthened before new welfare measures are effected. Mr. Pearson's performance in opposition, has been disturbing. At a time of national crisis such as occurred last year, how responsible is a party leader who calls for the defeat of the government regardless of the measures pro- posed? What attitude is represented by an op- position leader, who after failing to win public support, demands the immediate demise of the government before it has a chance of present- ing a program? One can't escape the conclusion that Mr. Pearson unfortunately remains affect- ed by that power hunger which the Canadian public rejected in 1957. The truth squad and cartoon book de- velopments in the current campaign are the most recent indicators of the Liberal attitude, which the nation will find difficult to accept. Nevertheless, the overriding considera- tion is that Mr. Diefenbaker has been given two chances to demonstrate his ability at the helm and the course he has steered has been evasive and faltering. The public now may well give Mr. Pearson the opportunity, to show what he can do. The area voter, however, can't escape his responsibility in selecting local represent- ation and in both Huron and Middlesex West ' he will have difficulty in justifying rejection of the former members seeking re-election. In Huron, Elston Cardiff has spent nearly a quarter of a century looking after the interests of the citizens of his riding regard- less of their politics, religion, creed or any other consideration. His honest, sincere efforts have been appreciated throughout the years; his practical, common sense approach to poli- tics still reflects accurately the viewpoint of the riding; his humble, man-of-the-people at- titude, despite his years at Ottawa, maintains his popularity. There would appear to be no reason why the electors would reject him in this election. In Middlesex West, W. H. A. Thomas has given admirable service, performing with a conscientiousness that earns respect and sup- port. He is not likely to be defeated. In Grand Bend and the north end of Lambton West, voters there have a local can- didate to support in Dave Jackson, a realtor in the summer resort, who is trying to bring the seat back to the PC fold. Most Canadians hope that a majority government emerges from. the April 8 eleetion. Unfortunately, present indications ..are that no. Party will got a clear mandato. This. reflects on the lack of leadership at the national level as well as the indecisive and divided nature of the, Canadian electorate, This newspaper is divided, too. National- ly„ we begrudgingly suggest that this time the Liberals should be given the opportunity to govern lo,eally, we find the PC candidates merit support. On the overall picture,. we think Cana& i.4118 have little alternative but to elect the Lib, eral party under Lester Pearson. We reach this „conclusion in a roundabout way and without much satisfaction, since we have not as much faith in Mr. Pearson as we would like to have, Throughout its history, Canada has never given anyone a better opportunity to provide this country with forceful leadership than it did Prime Minister Diefenbaker in 1958., He had an overwhelming majority with out- standing representation from every province in the dominion. Although his government brought down some excellent legislation, it gen- erally failed to give the positive direction which was expected of it. The public reacted honestly in 1962 by reducing PC strength to that of minority con- trol. Given a second chance, Mr. Diefenbaker again has failed, He was given support to bring in a legislative program by the surprisingly responsible Social Credit group. Either because of indecision or of political strategy, the pro- gram failed to come before the House, Prime Minister Diefenbaker's campaign, While successful, smacks of political diatribe. In one breath, he says Bomarcs and the other nuclear carriers acquired by Canada are obso- lete; in the next he maintains, despite the de- nial by the U.S., that he is negotiating for the stockpiling of arms below the border to be used in event of attack. He claims he had a budget ready to bring into the House; yet on the day of dissolution, he pleaded for more time to prepare that budget. As the campaign proceeds, he conjures up more and more legis- lation which he had ready for approval, yet none was on the House agenda and indeed some were not even mentioned in the speech from the throne. Tragically, after rebuilding the Progres- sive Conservative party into a vital national force, he has presided over its partial disinte- gration. The resignation of his cabinet min- isters over the defence issue is an indictment which cannot be dismissed lightly. It is a disadvantage of our political sys- tem that the prime minister becomes the virtual dictator of his party. Otherwise, the strong and practical elements of the PC party might well save this government and force it to provide the leadership which the country needs. Only FURNACE CHECK-UP FREE WITH A county fair Canada's position on the issue of nuclear wea- pons has received more publicity in this election than any other question and this is unfortunate in many ways since it tends to conceal the very real achievements in all fields attained by the government. This issue is really a transient one which will be settled by the government when it is returned to power. This is not to suggest that it is not an im- portant question. Neither is it a problem with an easy solution as the prime minister himself has stated. There are many factors to consider not the least of which is the maintenance of Canadian sovereignty. Mr. Diefenbaker recently said that the first principle of any agreement for Canada toacqui re American nuclear warheads would have to be maintenance of Canadian Sovereignty and control. Acceptance of these weapons for Canadian forces in Europe or North America requires careful consideration. We have, after all, been a leading nation in the disarmament talks where Mr. Green has worked indefatiguibly. We have played Significant roles in various U.N. activi- ties involving military action. Would the con- tribution we can make at these levels of inter- national affairs be prejudiced by our acceptance of nuclear warheads? On the other hand, do our NATO and NORAD obligations take precedence over other considerations? It would seem that no easy and quick answer to the question presents itself. The matter will be discuSsed at the spring NATO conference. And, when the government led by John Diefen- baker makes the decision in the calm following the election, it will be the decision that is the right one for Canada, We Liberals say that Canada must meet im- mediately all her commitments to all her allies. Canada has many international friends who rely on her to meet her obligations in the world-wide defence system. in just the same way, we are relying on them to meet their commitments to us. The Liberal Party's over-riding aim will al- ways be the preservation of peace. But Canada cannot preserve peace--cannot hope to preserve it or help to preserve it -- by cowering from her responsibilities, or by hoping that other bigger powers will look after her. In these worrying times, Canada has to be strong amongst strong nations, upright amongst upright allies. A meaningful defence can only be based on interdependence. The most powerful country in the world today cannot defend itself alone, because this is a global struggle for the allegian- ce of men, and all nations must brace their de- fences on a global basis. The Liberal Party believes that strength and safety for Canada in this awesome age of ours, lies within the NATO alliance. NATO strength, and our defence, is based on the nuclear deterrent. To imagine we can rely on that deterrent and yet somehow avoid re- sponsibility for its existence is just .wishful thinking. What can our allies think of a nation that bold- ly builds and buys nuclear weapons--Starfight- ers, Bomarcs, Voodoos -- then refuses to arm them! What can our enemies think of such a nation? Canada must fill her role, meet her com- mitments, in the careful, planned, relentless defence of freedom. Under the present defence strategy, we must accept nuclear arms. The next Liberal government of Canada will ensure that Canadians help defend the prin- ciples of peace and freedom they believe in to the utmost of their ability. NEXT WEEK'S TOPICS: WELFARE, ECONOMIC POLICY, GENERAL GOVERNMENT JOTTINGS BY JMS J. M. Southcott Mr. Forbes? No doubt in Goderich or Exeter. There has been too much of a trend in recent years to take everything away from the small areas and give it to the larger areas. This idea, no doubt, stems from the county council, who believes that everything going on in Huron belongs to the large muncipality. When are they going to give the small rural sections a chance to survive?" The objections to Warden Forbes' pro- posal are valid. As long as our local fairs con- tinue to receive the support they do from the public, and there remain persons willing to put forththe effort to stage them, they should con- tinue to operate and to receive support from public funds. The disappointing feature of local fairs is the decline in competition. The number of local people who exhibit, outside of the school and 4-11 classes, has dwindled to less than 100. In many classes, the professional exhibitor has taken over. A county fair, however, would simply accelerate this trend and it could well eliminate almost entirely the children's par- ticipation, which serves a useful purpose. As his critics suggest, the warden can find better ways of trimming his budget than by eliminating fair grants. HOME HEAT SERVICE 6,8 611510,1, Not to be compared Warden Walter Forbes has created a bit of a furore by suggesting that the small fairs in the county be eliminated in favor of a Huron county show. F. M. Falconer, president of the Clinton fair board, defends the spring fair there as providing "one of the best days Clinton has". He suggests the entertainment provided is worth the expenditure. Then he tackles the suggestion of a county fair with fervor: "If a county fair was operated on the same basis as Huron County Council this is what it would cost the fair board. The secretary- treasurer would get over $700 a month; $600 for the president's banquet; $300 for a picnic; $800 for a bus tour; the directors would get $15.00 a day plus mileage to conduct their meetings in the daytime, rent a hotel room and hold cold tea parties at night and at the end of the year tell the people we know our ex- penses are high but there is nothing we' can do about it." The Zurich Citizens News also responds in kind: "And if there was a large county fair, where would you suggest it should be held, "Boy, ate like a king today —took my son's lunch by mistake!" THE ONLY HOME HEATING PLAN THAT OFFERS YOU... .• Free annual burner and furnace conditioning service • Free mid-season check* Free emergency service And ...top-quality Esso furnace oil, delivered as the weather demands! 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I must adthit that when I ar- rived home the weather was on the chilly side and it has taken a feW days Or me to get ac- climatiz.ed: With the coming of spring, the roads and sidewalks dover- ed with the dirty snow, waiting for the first warm spell Of spring to wash away and bright-, en up the results of a long and cold winter, the tight was none too PleaSant. But with the first days of Spring and the warm Weather over the Weekend I Was pressed that Florida with its sunshine was net to be tempered With, a day in Canada during Maple syrup Weather' With the air refreshing and invigorating. The One thing now is the spring Shouters to wash away the aooumiiiation of winter and Start the growth of the tout' flowers that are already peep, ing through the ground. 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That is not saying that I do not appreciate all the beauty and advantages there are in the sunny south iii wintertime but the thrill of the first Werth days Of sorb* in Canada age hard to di1011We anywhere. Now the best that we can hope for is an orderly thaw or light rain that will Swell the greens SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Crinada 34.01) Per Year; USA -WOO without creating any Heeds. One of the biggest stirpriSes in Eketet IS the condition of the roads and alleys that have been dug up for the purpose of installing sewers throughout the town, If is a condition that no doubt will get worse beforeals t Otnpieted, but the result in the end Should prove of lasting benefit to the municipality. ygOt :'(-orrAo