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I m LIBERAL. Richmond m, Than, June 17, W. I. m Editor ALVERNA 511 Telephone TUner 4-1261 “AM as second class mail, Post Olioe Department, In contrast to the totalitarian type of society which is made up of a set of restrictions, the Democratic way of life is based on a set of inherent rights of the individual. Every man, woman and child is entitled to a fair trail in case of charged injustice and is always inno- cent until proven guilty; freedom of re- ligious and political beliefs, the right to the pursuit of happiness and the right to be informed of the nation‘s affairs, to elect our representatives to govern us and to make our laws; the right to “Hu- man Rights” and “Human .Dignityl”. which were fought for over a period of so many centuries, are the tangibles of democracy. 1" In countries such as many in Eur- ope and South America, where democra- cy and,tota1itarianism are more evenly supported, there is a constant vigilance, by necessity, for any evidence of in- fringement on the rights of the indivi- dual, by democratic supporters. n It is very necessary, however, for the people of a democracy such as our Canadian one to be equally conscious‘ of our rights to preserve that which our forebears struggled so valiantly to ob- tain ‘ Of particular interest to the aver- age Canadian is the preservation of jus- tice and the maintenance of good gov- ernment from the national to the mun- icipal levels. It is a healthy sign when people attend meetings to observe and digeSt the governing of their country or of their municipality._ Many a b0)r received an Archer Wallace book as a Christmas or birthâ€" day gift, or school prize. They bore such titles as Stories of Grit, Poor Men Who Made Us Rich, Overcoming Handi- caps, and Blazing New Trails. Even at the mention of his name, one can recall that glorious faith in heroes and ideals that should be part of boyhood. In this age of debunking histories and what is worse, the magazine build- up of amoral personalities, it might be a salutary exercise to read again the stories of people who attained their woals by, reason of superior character. News that Dr. Archer Wallace is retiring after 35 years as an editor of Sunday School publications rings a far- aWay bell in the minds of numerous men whose early ideals were partly shaped by his writings. Richmond Hill council mentioned at its last meeting that it was considering the use of the now idle tennis courts as a village parking lot. The courts, which are just west of the Municipal Hall, were maintained by the tennis club until it disbanded a year ago because of lack of membership as well as funds to main- tain the courts. WI’n the preéervétion of this right to be informed, however. certain rules and regulations must be maintained to as- All that remains of the courts is a. good set of lights which council has of- fered to purchase, and which, it is fair- ly certain, the outgoing executive of the tennis club will agree to loan to the vill- age until a club is again organized. The club disbanded because of a small bank account and a shortage of willing workers to keep the courts in playing condition. A new court surface, For the past weeks residents of Richmond Hill have had the use of dis- posal cans in which to deposit refuse. These units were placed along Yonge Street business section by the Jaycees, a group of the younger business men, who by their gift have contributed to the beautification of the village. June seems to be the month when the Lions are coming out of their pro- verbial dens to sponsor entertainment for the district to increase their coffers from which a great percentage goes to welfare work. Four Lions Clubs in the district are, at present, active with pre- parations and new schemes for their carnivals and dances which give every promise of a. variety of entertainment for all ages. MaBle Lions will hold its Street Dance to-morrow night, Thornhill Lions W, An Independent Weekly: Established 1878 / Mm): Rate 52.50110! yar; to the United States $3.00; 5c Single Copy Member Audit Bureau of Circulations Member Canadian Weekly Newspapers Aseoeiatimn J. E. SMITH, M.P., Publisher Peihaps Dr. Wdllace neglected to Parking Lot OF Tennls Courts 013i): liberal Rights - Within Limits A Bouguet To Jaycces Dr; Archer Wallace from the Port Arthur NewsoChronicle Loca| Lions Roar sure that the natural process of public business is not interfered with or ham- pered. For this reason. a number of rules on parliamentary procedure have been drawn up and in most cases are be- ing observed by public bodies through- out the country. Ratepayers and visit- ors who attend public meetings are like- wise expected to follow these rules in order that the privilege which is a right does not become abused. According to Parliamentary Pro- cedure, spectators at public meetings are not permitted to speak while the meeting is in session. While the probâ€" lem seldom presents itself on federal and provincial levels, there is a tenden- cy on the part of ratepayers attending municipal meetings where things are on a far more personal level to enter into the various discussions. Such a ruling, however, is in no way depriving the individual of the right to express his opinion or criticize the actions of his elected representa- tives. But rather, it only directs them to the proper channels. Such rules are necessary to the smooth operation of any organization, be it a club, a town council or a school board. Any ratepayer or group is entitled to wait on a Council or School Board by giving the required notice. This enables the public body to plan their meetings to discuss any matter, with ratepayers and at the same time handle their reg- ular business. Even the freedoms of a democracy must be organized to a cer- tain degree, in order that man in his gregarious state may live in harmony with his neighbour. One of the best known ministers of the United Church of Canada, Dr. Wall- ace is known around the world as an author of inspirational books for young people and adults. Over a million copies of his books have been printed. They have been translated into many langu- ages, even Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Hindustani and have also appeared in Braille editions. ' tell us that obstacles were not so easily overcome as a five-minute biography Would indicate; but he did present us with ideals, and the ideal must triumph over the fact. if humanity is to remain human. ' Thousands of persons have been stirred by his writings to adopt a philoâ€" sophy of heroic living, and have been instilled with a greater faith in man- m new fencing, and a lot of labour to bring the courts up to playing condition is required. Unless some interest is shown by prospective members it is certain the courts will remain idle for another year. Since this is the case. the space might just as well be used for a parking area to relieve some of the congestion on Yonge Street on the busy summer week-ends when our business section is active with prospective buyers, or be transformed into a second park. And in the future, if council‘deems it so to appoint a Recreation Commission, the logical place for the tennis courts is in the park, with the bowling greens, the ball diamond, not to forget the coming artificial ice, to contribute to a recrea- tion centre for people of the district. They were commended for their thoughtfulness by council at its meet- ing last week, and we would like to addour “bouquet” to that of the town fathers. Disposal cans fill a need, not life and death in importance,‘ but one which, by their use, helps to make the village_more attractive to the ever in- creasing business traffic. its Summer Carnival on June 23-24. and Richmond Hill Lions its Western Roundâ€" Up, June 25-26, and Oak Ridges Lions Carnival, June 26. All are fairly close to- gether so should give two full week-ends of entertainment. People in doubt as how to spend their free moments, if there is such a thing nowadays, are sure to find enjoymentathere, as well as con. tributing to welfare work to which the Lions give so much of their time and energy. ALVERNA SMITH. AM new Ottawa” ‘0 DW Richmond Hill Planning Board has suggested that Yonge Street frontages in the village be restricted to business sites. éouncillorwrWesley Middleton has strongly criticized the sug- gestion. A n, J ._.-_I_ .._.I a ....... After two months‘ work and the sinking of seven test holes an adequate supply of water was found for the village on the Mackie farm. Mrs. J. A. Greene was host- ass at a garden party held last week. Proceeds of the event were turned over to the Lions Community Hal! projeet. The W. I. and church organi- zations in the village are offer- ing a Personal Parcel Service whereby parcels may be sent to Britain. ‘ JUNE 26. 1930 The by-law which will enable the municipalities of North York, Vaughan, Markham and Richmond Hill was finally pass- The first session of the 22nd Parliament is scheduled to wind up its deliberations next week and prorogation when it comes will end the longest Parliamen- tary session in Canadian his- tory. The session commenced Nov- ember 12 and while there has not been any legislation of a very contentious nature, the length of session is an indica- tion of the growth of Canada’s national business. Highlights of the legislative program include the revision of the Criminal Code, revision of the Bank Act, changes in housing legislation to provide for lower down payments to" make it easier for Canadians to become home owners. and var. ious measures dealing with a wide range of subjects. Legislation remaining to be dealt with. in addition to de- partmental estimates, includes a revision of the Judge's Act to provide more equitable remun- eration for those responsible for the administration of Jus- Discussion of foreign affairs has taken considerable time which was to be expected at this time when world affairs are in such an unsettled condition. tice One of the more important legislative acts of the present session was the adoption of a Bill (to provide assistance for permanently disabled persons, Its passing is another step for- ward in Canada's social secur- ity program. There was notable unanimity among members of all political parties in adopting the legisla- tion and I am sure the people of Canada have accepted the move with the same unanimous spirit which was evidenced here in the House of Commons. .bj The Bill provides a nation- wide system of disability allow- ance. It authorizes the payment of $40 per month to persons 18 years of age and over who are totally and permanently disab- led. The cost of such payments will be shared equally by the federal and provincial govern- ments. If all the provinces co- operate in the plan it is estim- ated that from 25,000 to 35.000 disabled Canadians will‘benefit. The total annual cost will run between $12 million and $16 million. "The magic hasn't gone out of their marriage. She‘s be: driving him to the 8:15 fa“ ‘ ‘ ""‘ *V‘Venty years? This new legislation will bring at least a measure of needed ec- “Way Back When HCNR §ummer train service to the Muskoka district from Rich- mond Hill will commence on June 28. First graduates from the two- year commercial course organ- ized at Richmond Hill High School received their diplomas this week. This issue carries a poem written to Mrs. A. Wright in the loss of her son. The poem was written by Mrs. P. Law Grant, noted local poetess. The York County Council is in Session in Toronto now and on the agenda is the “Vexing question of a new Court House." ,, AL. The new sidewalks recently laid down are a great improve- ment on the old worn out planks which were trampled on so long. Judging from the amount of promenading these pleasant ev- enings, the young people seem to enjoy them immensely. Thanks to our Village Fathers." “Our enterprising merchant, Mr. Alex Moody. is bound not to be behind his neighbours in giving his place a tasty appear- ance and has during the past week been engaged in boule- varding his front and has erect- ed two strong posts to which persons calling for their goods, can tie their horses with pet- fect safety.” onomic security to thousands of our fellow Canadians. We all know of families who have borne with splendid courage and spir- it through the years, a heavy burden of caring for some dis- abled family member. In many thousands of homes across this country Canadian families con- tinue from day to day to carry this heavy burden of responsi- bility. Only those who have lived in daily contact with.such distressing helplessness can ful- ly appreciate the physical, fin- ancial and mental strain it can place not only on the disabled and helpless individual but on all members of the family. Very truly yours." Next morning school opened and teacher asked Abie if his mother had given him a bath; he said. “No but my mother wrote you an answer on the back of your note,” and it read: “My dear teacher: “Learn him. don't smell him. Abie is no scented rose." To see a young man or wo- man in the full vigor of youth stricken suddenly with some permanent disability is a trag- edy whose burden can never be fully lifted from the shoulders of those families on whom such misfortune falls. We can at least by this measure passed by this Parliament share some of the financial burden. At the close of the session I will be in Richmond Hill and will be available at my home or office to any people of the con- stituency who may have prob- lems relating to federal admin- istration with which we may be of assistance. Communications from now on should be address. ed to Richmond Hill rather than to Ottawa. Thursday’s Chuckle The Purpose of Education In one of the lower East end schools, children complained of not wanting to sit next to a cer- tain boy because he smelled very badly. The teacher also be- came aware of the fact and had told him repeatedly to take a bath but with no effect. Finally she wrote his mother the follow- ing letter: “My dear Mrs. Cohen: I wish you would please give Abie a bath as he smells very badly. Sunday Afternoon By Dr. Archer Wallace I WINGS & HORNS When W. J. Bryan decided to try for a third time to become President of the United States he announced his intention of going on an extensive lecturing tour. He was no longer young nor in very good health. His friends tried to dissuade him. He justified himself by saying: “I want my friends to see that I haven't wings and my enemies horns.” He knew he wasn't as good as some thought him to be nor as bad as others made out â€" somewhere in between. There was a good deal of self- revelation in that irank state- ment. It reminds us of what Oliver Cromwell said to the painter who wanted to leave out the ugly wart over his eyebrow. "Paint me as I am." We all have friends who think of us as better than we are; fre- quently they are members of our own family although not al- ways. Their high regard for us bucks us up and gives us self- assurance. It may do us good if we don't allow them to give an overdose. If we listen to them too much we get to believe them and that can be disastrous. TENDERS FOR COAL AND COKE FEDERAL BUILDINGS -â€" PROVINCE OF ONTARIO Sealed Tenders addressed to the undersigned and endorsed as above, will be received until 3.00 p.m. (E.D.S.T.), WEDNESDAY. JUNE 23, 1954, for the supply of coal and coke for the Federal Buildings throughout the Prov- ince of Ontario. Forms of tender with specifica- tions and conditions attached can be ,obtained from the Chief of Purchasing and Stores, Depart- ment of Public Works, Ottawa. and the Purchasing and Stores Officer. 3 SulliVan Street. Toron- Forms of 1 tions and co be ,obtained Purchasing ment of Pt and the Pu Officer. 3 St to‘ Ontario. to, Ontario. Tenders will not be considered unless made on or according to the printed forms supplied by the Department and in accordance with conditions set forth therein. Jesus was deeply distressed by the Scribes and Pharisees be- cause they made pretentious prayers, gave money ostenta- tiously and strove hard to cre- ate the impression that they were holy men when as a mat- ter of fact they were often gree- éidvréelfish'. They wantéd to gain a reputation for a good- ness they did not possess. The Departmfint reserves the right to demand from any suc- cessful tenderer, before awarding the order, a security deposit in the form of a certified cheque drawn on a bank incorporated under the Bank Act or the Que- bec Savings Bank Act payable to the order of the Honourable the Minister of Public Works. equal to ten per cent of the amount of tender. in accordance with the Government Contracts Regula- tions now in force, or Bearer Bonds. with unmatured coupons attached of the Government of On the other hand there are many much better than their reputation. The famous music- ian could be thrown into deep depression if people did not like him and spoke unfavourably of him. He was extremely sensi- tive but it was a weakness. There is an old Scottish Pro- verb: “They say, what they say, let them say!" There are not many or us who have such a scorn for oth- er people’s opinions and I am not sure that it would be a good thing for this World to be so cal- lous and self-opinionated. A certain amount of respect for other people's intelligence is fitting but it is unfortunate we live simply for the good-will of others and besides we won’t succeed either. A French writer of a century ago said: “If God knows all there is to know then I am not afraid.” That was a sound wholesome saying. Sensible men and women don’t want a repu. tation for being better than they are but they do desire fair play. And it comes .to us all with great relief to know that we are in the hands of God whose name and nature is love. Canada or of the Canadian Nat- ional Railway Company and its constituent companies, uncondi- tionally guaranteed as to princi- pal and interest by the Govern- ment of Canada. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. ROBERT FORTIER. Department of Public Works, Ottawa. May 28, 1954. I once knew a Judge of great understanding and sympathy â€"â€" in fact for several years I was his pastor. On more than one occasion 'he told me he was haunted by the- fear that he would severely sentence a man who was innocent. He went to more than ordinary pains to see that no man suffered through a miscarriage of justice. Yet there must have been thousanus of men condemned who knew in their hearts they were innocent. At least they knew that there were hidden factors that others did'not know and probably could not be made to under- stand. What a grand truth is in Pro- verbs 23: 7. “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he.“ A wise woman said: “I know that I am better inside than outside‘and I feel sure that must be true of other people: they are all bet. ter than they appear to be.’ Whether others think we have wings or horns really does not matter so much; God knows all; that is enough. ‘|ullllllllllmlllll“\lIlllllll\|ll\\llll\\\l\l\l[IN\lllll\l\\fl“l\\lll“lll\llԤ E TODAY’S QUOTATION KIM inmmmumnu\mun“umummumuumumnmmmuumu “I never met a man I couldn’t like.. by Will Rogers Ins attached can n the Chief of Stores, Depart- Works, Ottawa. WEDNESDAY. n‘ the supply of 'or the Federal bout the Prov- r with specifica- ns attached can 1 the Chief of Stores, Depart- Works, Ottawa, ing and Stores 1 Street, Toron- ut be considered or according to s supplied by 1d in accordance at (ninth fknrnin ' H > It screams with thrills! : fillt rings with truth! ' "am-n9 FRANK LJ " Sectetuy. Telephone 'I'U'rner 4-1212 " Last complete show Wed., ThurS~ 8.30 D-mo / WWI/[4’ M Wednesday & Thursday â€"â€" June 23 & 24 THE MODERN MARRIAGE GAME ‘1" “HEN MUISCH- Friday & Saturday â€" June 18‘& 19 JEAN summons mm; MATURE um “INN WINNIE-Willi“ REYNfllDS-Pwl BIVANAEH 'ROBERI WARWICK Monday & Tuesday â€"â€" June 21 & 22 Adult Entertainment â€" plus HIS GAME IS FANCY WOMEN! HIS FATE IS LADY LUCK! WW!“ ""5" BHARLES WAUERS ' “'3‘” EDWIN H. KNOW The fabulous story of a ' lusty, loving gambling man,whose life was a reckless adventure from St. Louis to New Orleans!