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-------- oe SAMUEL FARMER, Editor and Publisher EDITORIAL Such is the patriot's boast, where'er we roam, Bis first, best country. ever is at home.--Goldsmith. "thats WORK OR FIGHT All the high sounding talk about the rights of labor is made ridiculous when a strike is called betause of a dispute as to which Union shall gain the fees and the power in a certain manu- facturing plant, The fact that the strike ties up industry, and hinders the war effort, does not seem to bother the people who call the strike, They are fighting "their little battle, outside results don't seem to matter, The proposal that able bodied men be made tq. - work or fight is most timely. At this critical moment in the war, the needless strike is a dan- gerous form of sabotage, which should be stopped. The people as a whole are utterly disgusted at this really unpatriotic conduct by Union leaders. The fact that capital has exploited labor upon many occasions, is no'excuse for labor to call a © strike to decide which Union shall be the ruling power in any' given locality. That matter can well be postponed until after the war. Work or fight should be the rule to-day. * 3 x INCLUSIVE NOT EXCLUSIVE That phrase, coined by Prime Minister Mac- kenzie King, sounds the keynote for progressive unity of the freedom loving peoples of the world. But it is like charity--it begins at home. In- viting all peoples of good will to the broad feast "of 'world resources, pre-supposes that the people "of good .will bring good manners with them, It is very rude and very dangerous to be greedy. One should remember (in world affairs as well as individually) the story of the small boy at the tea meeting, He was crying, and the kind hearted old gentleman asked him what was 'the matter-- "Boo! Hoo! I can't eat no more." "Put some in your pocket, boy", was the gener- ous suggestion. = "Boa! Hoo! I can't. They're full." It really isn't good manners to boast 'about one's riches, especially to people who are cold and hungry and lacking the necessities of life, It is going to take a lot of backbone to be sufficiently "inclusive" to allow the other peoples "a place in the sun", and at the same time to 'preserve: our self-respect; and to have a mind of our own. The old landmarks in international affairs have been removed, and the political slogans have been --of a kind that meant--"God bless me and my 'wife, my son John and his wife; us four, no "more, Amen." . > ve have more resources than can be develop- ed by our scant population. There are skills and labor in over-run Europe that could be of great value in developing our potential wealth, Such skills, and such labor should be truly welcome to Canada, and given the freedom to work for a living in the manner most productive of good to fone yet, common sense would teach Canadians society as a whole, In all this outlook frank discussion of ways and means will be essential. The Commonwealth of Nations must speak with many voices which have arrived at wise conclusions bedause inany sides of the question have been discussed, and obstacles provided for because they have been recognized. THE FARMERS' TROUBLES _ This catalogue of what the farmer does not like, suggests the practical question--' 'What can be done about it, if anything?" The list is clipped from the Financial Post: Farm Revolt Coming? Not since the boom days of 1917-19 have Cana- « dian farmers been more generally prosperous, and "not since the same period have they been more politically aroused, reports from widely scattered parts of the country indicate. In sharp contrast to urban centres where the tendency in the past has been to swing toward radicalism in times of depression, farm upheavals have more often oc- curred when agricultural revenues were highest, The revolt of a quarter of a century ago develop- ed its chief momentum when wheat sold for well over $2.00 a bushel, butter over 50c. a pound and hogs at the pighest level in history, " Farm revenues to-day, plus various subsidies and bonuses are again swelling to record levels "and farm emotions, unless normally shrewd ob- servers are completely wrong, are also rising to a point where a political explosion may be ex- pected, The coming election in Saskatchewan may tell the s story." Discontent is based on various causes, In cen- tral and Eastern Canada it is largely an accumu- ~ lation of petty grievances against official restric- tions and controls. A great many farmers object to daylight saving, complain that it interferes "with their evening village shopping, upsets their shipping schedules, They object to Ottawa's un- fortunate attempt to control: maple _ bution, dont like the rationing of butter, tea and coftee, sugar and gasoline, and didn't like the at- tempt to do the same thing with meat. While he will probably admit that some sort of control was necessary for urban consumers, the average farmer is generally skeptical of any big saving in rural districts and is sure it has caused considerable loss. - He saw his fruit go unpicked in his garden last summer because sugar was not available to preserve it. He saw hig maple trees syrup distri- - untapped this spring because he refused to bother . with so much red tape involved. He finds the same red tape irksome when he buys fuel for his tractor or markets his butter, beef or pork. As to whether or not a separate system. of rationing could have been found practical for 'the urban population, he is not concerned. That would be Donald Gordon's worries, he says, and he is not very sympathetic with the size of the load that Mr. Gordon must carry. In the western provinces where there is much "less direct contact between town and country with consequently less opportunity for the farmer to compare his lot unfavorably with his urban breth- ren, the background is, different but the discontent is there also. The kick is generally aimed at the disparity in farm prices, especially of grain and cattle, between Canada and the United States. The farmer sces his cattle held back for ship- ment to eastern domestic markets or for England. "He sees his grain diverted at fixed prices to com- petitive eastern feeders, with freight paid by a- benevolent government and resulting eastern live- stock bonussed as well, He figures how much ad- ditional profit he might have had, had he been allowed to export directly south and he is is turbed. There is much justification for this diversion of ' feed grain to eastern Canada when it, along with + western cattle, are being turned into food for Great Britain and other United Nations, There is also. much justification in keeping farm and other prices down in Canada if we are to avoid inflation and for national rationing of scarce com- ""modities even if some farm hardship is involved. " But so far there has been far too little attempt to iexplain the reasons to rural Canada, This is a job which national farm organizations might well take on, : a | Ross Doubt Missing on Special Mission " flying Officer Ross H. Doubt, 31, Lockers Refrigeration Mr, Milton Goode is launching out J themselves; - ORT PERRY 'STA PORT PERRY, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, The Future for Fighters Answers to Ouiestions about the Re- habilitation Programme for Service Men and Women This Programme was discussed by a Committee of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association recently in Ottawa INSTALMENT POST DISCHARGE BLISHMEN RE-ESTA- T ORDER (continued) Q.--How long can 1 draw 'anem- ployment benefits under this Order? A.--The Order makes provision for unemployment benefits for a maxi- mum period of twelve months, or the period of service, whichever is less, within the first 18 months after dis- charge. Q.--Could I continue to draw. these benefits for the full period if 1 make 'no effort to find work ? A.--No, There is a provision in the legislation which permits the be- nefits being cut off in the same way as unemployment insurance benefits may be cut off, Canada's rehabilitation programme is designed for those ex- service personnel who want to help The-out-of-work-benefits will not be regarded as a dole or a right. Q--If I. am an oflice swotker and refuse to accept work at heavy labour, will this debar me from securing out- of-work benefits? MAY 25th, "for me over a period of time, what 1944 , A.--No. Those entitled to out-of- work benefits are ex-service personnel who are fit and available for work, but for whom no suitable employment is available. Obviously, an office work- er is not suited to a job digging ditches. Q.--If no suitable work is available will be done? ) A.--Canada has made a wide sur- vey of employment opportunities. One solution would be to have a training counsellor discuss these with you so that you may be given the opportunity to take training for suitable work on vocational training grants and allow- ances. Q--If 1 start to work and 'my health becomes bad and, I am tem- porarily incapacitated, what happens? A==Under these conditions, you can: draw grants under the Post-Discharge Re-Establishment Ovder, if treatment or hospitalization is not necessary or admissable, . , (The next instalment of this series deals with vocational training.) 'Mr. and Mrs: Geo. ey the various committees the work to be nieans of successful promotion of 'the Port Perry Lions Friday's meeting will be a zone oc- casion, and District Deputy Jack Arm- _itage, of Peterboro, will be present.to guide the affairs through in' that re- spect, A A start will be made in assigning to done and alloting funds for that pur- pose, An informal discussion of ways and Street Fair on July 7th, will be held. President Lion Sam Griffen is pre- "paring the musical program, and every member should be on hand to. enjoy the social part of the. gathering. Arrangements are being made to carry forward the street naming pro- ject initiated by Lion Eddie' Michell. Another eyesight conservation pro- youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert. G. Doubt, Haveloc St., Toronto, fail- ed to return from a "special mission" over enemy territory, his parents have been informed. - He has been overseas since last July as a navigator in the bomber command. Enlisted in 1942, he received his commission when he graduated from the R.C.A.F, sehoo} at]' Crumlin, Formerly of Port Perry, he came to Toronto when he was 18, with his parents, Following his matriculation from Harbord collegiate he attended Central Tech and for two years, prior to enlisting, he was a commercial chemist at Drummonville, Quebec. In October, 1942, he married 'Suzanne Fortin, daughter of Mr, and Mrs, Ed- ward Fortin, of Montreal. A brother, Sgt. Morley Doubt, has been overseas two and a half years with the Medical Corps. The eldest brother, Karl, is ject is being undertaken, ' with the Canada Life, 'on a new venture at the Creamery-- a refrigeration locker system--and he is making a thorough good job of it. Not only will the lockers (each with individual padlock and key) be pro- perly refrigerated; but special ma- chinery is being installed to deodorize the 'whole plant. The system is extensive and will be able to accommodate a number of patrons. 'The lockers are in two sizes, one having five cubic feet of space; and the other eight cubic feet. The smaller locker will rent at $6.00 per year, and the larger lockers at $10.00 per year, It would be worth the while of any householder to-have a look at this new addition to pleasing home economy. The system will not be complete for about three weeks. The opening will receive further notice in these columhs, J ri OPEN NIGHT AT THE HIGH SCHOOL = Friday Night of This Week There are two outstanding events each year in connection with Port Perry High School. One is Com- mencement, and the other is Open Night. This latter event is deservedly very popular. that occasion the project view to the public. is being done in the School, Doors open 7.30 p.m. You are invited to attend. This showing has always excited the admiration of the visitors. work is being done in Home Economics, Agriculture, Shop 'Work, Art, and other departments. This exhibition gives a clear idea of the work that On work of the School is on Surprisingly good and is most interesting. United Church Anniversary Services One of the most successsful anni- versary events in many years in con- nection with the Port Perry United Church was carried forward last Sun- day. Large audiences filled the - Church at both morning and evening services, The general comment was that the services were most enjoyable and in- spiring. The speaker for the.day was Rev, Keith McMillan, B.A., B.D., son of A. McMillan, of Port Perry. Rev. Mr, McMillan is minister of Parkdale United Church, Toronto. "The morning message of this pied speaker was based upon the story of Naaman"s cure from leprosy. ' dmphasis was laid upon the fact that in our present social and political dilemmas, we have pinned our faith to youth, to education, to advanced social laws, to such measures as the poor would impose to cure or alleviate the evils of today. The only cure in modern social life is just as simple as it was in the cure of Naaman from his leprosy. It is to 'find personal know- ledge of God's forgiving and inspiring power, and to live according to Divine guidance. The evening message was in similar vein; but with a different approach. The advent of Spring has taught us that new life can bring into growth what has long appeared to be dead, In the same 'way the spirit of Christ can inspire a practical admiration of the Way which He taught. = Christ did not condémn our efforts to obtain tem- . the day. poral blessings; but He summed up. His promises in that well known text--""Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you." The musical part of the program under direction of Mrs, Orde, was much appreciated. The large choir rendered good anthem selections, hoth morning and evening, The solos by Mrs. McDonald and Mr. Mossum, added beauty and plea- dure to the services, They were most welcome guests, and made a real con- tribution to the inspiring success of The Presbyterian congregation and minister joined the United Church in the evening service and Rev. J. A. MacMillan took part in the service. The Stewards of the Church are well pleagéd with the (financial re- sponse of the' congregation. An of- fering of $700 was asked. The amount subscribed was over $800.00. y IN MEMORIAM JIRWIN---In loving memory of wife and mother, Clara Irwin, who passed away, May 28th, 1942, Your last parting wish We would like to have heard, And breathed in 'your ear Our last parting word. Only those who have lost Are able to tell The pain in the heart At not saying farewell, Sadly missed by Isaiah, Sina, Grant. Watch your label; it tells when your $1.50 per year in advance. 5 cents a single copy Subscription expires. er re To the Horie Folks Away from Home, (where everything is provided for you, and you are told just what you can and cannot do) into civil life, (where you are "on your own") will be quite an experience when it does come, But it won't be as Sidon as all that. When demobilization is begun, it is expected that you will be cased out of the ranks by degrees; and many provisions for your Belfare will be made. But in spite of these facts, and in spite of the much better provisions made for soldier rehabilitation, the day must come for most of the men in the servieés when they will enter the competitions of civil 'life, and be able to estimate their actual standing in the social structure. Generally speaking, two classes of people: 1. The older folk who have kept the business going, and the home fires burning. These men and women have been working hard. -- On the average, they have been taking the place of two people, at a time when they should have been slowing up. These people will be glad to have you back again, and will divide the labor and the pay cheerfully. . The munition and other workers, who have had steady work and good pay for three or four years or more. To go back to the days of uncertain labor and less pay will be unpleasant, you will meet to say the 'least of it, The advent Letter to Those on | Active Service To be dumped out of military life," of some thousands of soldiers in the ficld of employment will cause con- fusion, and will require. good sense and patience for a proper adjustment. The ability to think for one's self after all the military regimentation, will be a most valuable asset, which will need to be cultivated to the ut- most. You are seeing the world as it is; and, much as we should like to have vou bagk with us in the home town, it must be realized that Canada is a big country that nee ds to be developed us a whole, You are gaining experiences that should be of great value in this work. Much is being said about the poten- tinl wealth of Canada. But the de- velopment and usefulness of that wealth depends upon the unity of our people, Attempts to line you up with this or that party will be persistent; but your real strength will lie in maintaining the right to think for yourselves, and to vote as your good Judgment directs. Proposals for your betterment should be scrutinized carefully, -ever bearing in mind that you cannot get something for nothing. Somebody has to pay for every blessing. We are looking to you to think clearly, and to act with resourceful- ness in the problems which life pre- sents to you, Yours truly, THE EDITOR. Pupils and the visitors all enjoyed Open Day at the Public School, and with good reason. The music de- monstration was, as usual, worthy of the pupils, the teachers, and Mrs, V. Rowe, the musical instructress. Here is the program: ~-0 Canada, Fng- Praise My Soul. I---Choir (unison) land, My England; II--Grade I songs -- Kitty, Robin, In Church. IH1--Grade II songs--Bumble Bee, How Are You?, Morning Prayer. IV---Rhythm Demonstration-- ea Grades I and JI. . V--Rhythm---The Humpty Dumpty. VI--Grade III songs--Gay is the Rose, The Wind, Easter, VII--Rhythm Bands, Grades I and [I---Pop Goes the Weasel. "Grade III --Soldier's Chorus, VIII--Grade V songs--- The Bugle March, Caraway and Cheese, Come Follow, Crudader's Hymn, IX -- Grades VI and VII songs -- Hunting Chorus, Scots Wa Hae, New Every Morning. X--Grades IV and V---Dance. XI--Grade III--Sfiow . White. XII--Grades VII and VIII -- The Hopak, Polish Tavern, Steal Away. God Save the King. A specially good presentation of "Snow White" was given by pupils of Grade IIL Here is the Cast of Characters: King--Buddice Warriner. King's Attendants ---- Harold and Bob Glenney. Queen--Jean Williams, Queen's Attendants-- Barbara Hoocy, Sheila Davidson, Eleanor Heran- court, Helen Lane, Dorothy Cook, Ilene Bartley. Snow White--Barbara Hunter, Seven Dwarfs--Lloyd Balfour, Sleepy; Charles © Brignall, Happy; Jack Owen, Doc; Jack Gooding, Sneezy; Keith Sweetman, Grumpy; Bobby Reed, Bashful; Paul Peel, Dopey. Woman Selling Apples ~-- Beverley Michell. Prince--Alan Reesor, Mirror on the wall---Faye Hayden. This year the display of wood-work, and _both sewing and knitting was most attractive, Special attention has been given to the training of the boys and girls in the upper grades, along these lines; and the products were a he to the pupils and to their Clapping Song, Jeffrey teaghers--Mr. Cornish and Miss Bryce, Open Day and Music Demonstration © at Port Perry Public School such training is added to that already given, we can expect some quite ex- pert work in shop work, and home cconomics. There is thorough ground- ing here. } Nor is the academic training ne-. glected. Blackboard work and note books both prove this statement. Best of all, what is being taught is being applied to life, Mr. I. R. Bentley, Chairman of the Board, and Mr. Avchibald, Public School Inspector, were both present, and spoke briefly, expressing delight at the proceedings, and congratulating both teachers and pupils upon the work done.' Myrtle Station There was a very large attendance at the regular monthly meeting of the Woman's Association held at the - home of "Mrs. David Duchemin on Wednesday afternoon of last week. The president, Mrs, C. Harrison, was in charge and opened with a short worship service, In the absence of the sceretary, Mrs, Luery, Mrs, A. Downey acted. After the usual re- ports and business period, a program of readings and a solo were contri- buted by several of the ladies. At the close of the meeting the hostess served afternoon tea and a pleasant half hour was spent socially, A Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hughson and little son, of Toronto, were down on Sunday with Lloyd's parents, Although Clarence Cook is still in hospital after severe injuries received in a bad accident on May 16 while drawing in hay with a tractor on Guy Stevenson's. farm near Brooklin, we understand that he is improving nice- (Continued on page four) Ration Coupons which may be used Effective Thursday May 25th Butter--b8 to 63 Tea and Coffee--E1 to E6 14 to 29; T30 to T33 Sugar--14 to 83 inclusive Canning Sugar--I'1 to F5 Preserves--D1 to D20 y the time four or five years of a a dri) ! Sr rs -- A a