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TUESDAY, MAY 13, 1947 THE DAILY TIMES-GAZETTE PAGE NINE Today's Short Story SEVENTH INNING STRETCH By Fern Auble stadium was filled to capac- ! ity for the opening game and a swelling chorus of voices filled the air, The sun was a brilliant ball in a sky of blue. But Johnny Longstreet sat hunched in the dugout, his huge hands hanging loosely between his knees. e banter of his teammates was a meaningless babel to him. "I wonder how she is by now," he thought miserably. His blue eyes darkened in despair as he thought of the interminable after- noon before him, He groaned and glanced over at Corky Blanton. At first, the boys had been a little standoffish with Corky when he'd arrived as the new manager of the ball club, but their, antagonism had faded before his enthusiasm and ability. Now they all swore by him. The rag- ged fringes had been neatly clip- ped during their spring training. Reds were a smooth, coe ordinated group of ball players. It was too 'bad that Chuck Leighton had sprained an ankle. Doc said he'd be back in the line- up by next week, but next week was too late and Corky was de- pending on Johnny to pitch this opening game. . As he prepared to go out and warm up, Johnny's hands grew wet and there was a sick, all-gone feeling in the pit of his stomach. He looked up and found Corky watching him with compassion- ate understanding. Johnny grin- ned at him weakly. "How's it going, Johnny?" Corky dropped down on the bench beside him+and laid a comforting hand on his knee, "Gosh, Corky, I don't know. The Doc said she'd be all right, but I wish to Heaven I could be there with her." His knuckles whitened as he clenched his hands and Corky watched him with troubled eyes. "Gee, it sure is a tough break, Johnny. You know I'd give any- thing if there was something I could do about it, but with Chuck laid up, there just isn't anybody else to start." "Sure, I know, Corky. It's not your fault. Don't worry about it." He sighed and rose from the bench, leaving Corky watching him uncertainly. As Johnny took the mound for the top half of the first inning, a cheer rose from the stands. His heart warmed at the sound and some of the sag lifted from his shoulders. He looked at Windy Norton, who was catching, and nodded as he, caught the _, nal, As he started his wind-up, a .leet- ing vision of Milly's scared little face crossed his mind. He knew when the ball left his hand, it was a stinker, Sure enough, Bill Lofton, the big Pirate shortstop, laid on it for a three-base hit. A groan 'went up from the crowd and Johnny could have crawled into a hole. He got hold of himself and fanned the next three men up, leaving Bill. Lofton stranded on third. As he faced fhe first man up in the second ing, Johnny's arm felt like lead. "If I just knew how she was," he thought. "If I just knew she was all right." He tried desperately to keep his mind on the game, to keep from thinking about Milly, but, in spite of himself, he failed mis- erably. He simply couldn't keep her out of his mind. It happened in the sixth in- ning. walked the first man --TNiustrated by Lou Skues. Johnny's arm felt like lead. and the next batter up hit for a single, putting a man on first and third, A sacrifice hit brought in the first run of the game for the Pirates, Corky half rose and then sank back down. "No," he thought, "I won't take him out yet." His faith was justified. Johnny once again struck the next two men out and Corky breathed freely once more. The Pirates had a one-run lead, but Corky had great confidence in his team. As the seventh inning came up, and the boys trotted out to their positions, Corky turned impa- tiently as someone tapped him on the shoulder. He took the note handed to him. His face spread into a huge grin and he ran out to the mound. "Well," Johnny thought, "here's where I get yanked and I don't blame him. Any rookie pitcher could toss rings around me today." But Corky simply handed Johnny the paper. Johnny read it and let out a whoop. The fans watched in bewilderment as they saw Johnny go into a dance, Then they saw his teammates come running in and cluster around him to break away with howls and back-thumpings. Finally, everyone back in position, Johnny toed the mound and squinted at Windy, waiting for the signal. As it came, he gave a satisfied nod and started his wind-up. The ball whizzed over the plate and you could almost see the smoke trail- ing it. The next one was a beau- tiful slow ball that broke just right. Johnny grinned happily as the batter took a healthy swing at the next one and missed. The Reds got two runs in the eighth, giving them a one-run Jead over the Pirates and Johnny put them away one, two, three in the ninth. Not a very big lead, to be sure, but big enough, especially when you consider that Johnny hadn't. really itched much of a game before Corky'd brought him that little slip of paper at the beginning of the seventh. Oh yes, the note? Well, it really wasn't a very big message; that is, not very big in words. It merely said, "It's twins, darling. Two future major league ball- players. See that you make them proud of their Daddy today." And it was signed, "Milly." : (Copyright) Transport Commissioners Set for Canada-Wide Tour By JOHN LEBLANC Canadian Press Staff Writer Ottawa, May 13.--(CP) -- When the Board of Transport Commiss- ioners starts off on a transcontin- ental tour next week, it will have with it an 18-inch-high stack of volumes containing some 1,500,000 words of testimony taken here in the last three months. The theme of all these words-- plus some 300 exhibits--is that the Canadian railways need $87,000,000 a year more to keep them going ef- ficiently. And also the way to obtain this $87,000,000 is to boost certain of their freight rates By 30 per cent. Three ths Since Feb. 11 --just three months ago--the six-man board has been in almost continuous session here, taking the railways' side of the case, That concluded Friday. Now, they're about to embark on a trip of about 6,000 miles to obtain the other side of the case. They will move from here to the Mari- times, cross the country to Van- couver and- then come back to Ot- tawa to hear clean-up evidence and final argument. On this cross-Canada journey, Bey yu hear from the people who pay that bill of $87,000,000 a year -- the shippers and consum- argument against the railways claim that they need more money, the provincial lawyers have Leen working toward chiseling down the amount of their claims, at tempting to show that extra money should not at all come out of freight and advancing the conten- |* tion that any increases should not be on a flat percentage basis. Spokesmen for the Western pro- vinces, where rates are generally higher than in the East, have been urging particularly that a percent- age increase would serve only to accentuate disparities between their rates and those in the 'East. They say charges should be set with an eye to regional disabilities. -In the East * For the three eastern provinces, counsel have been with an eye on the Maritime Freight Rates Act, which, with federal paymnets to the railways provides special low freight rates for the Maritime provinces as a means of counter- balancing their long-haul position with respect to other parts of Ca- Ontario and Quebce so far have not made any representations. They are the only provinces that have not had legal spokesmen at the hearings here. However, they may be heard from in the regional hear- ers. Also, they will hear represen- | ings, tations from provincial govern- ments and others interested in the rate structure. Ottawa Sessions In the Ottawa séssions, the two major railways -- Canadian Na- tional and Canadian Pacific --have been trying to put over the point that they will go behind at a multi - million - dollar rate unless they get the increases they ask. The nationally-owned line esti- mated that it will have a deficit of some $45,500,000 for 1947 unless it gets the increases. ' With the additional $49,000,000 received through the rate increas- es, the C.N.R. would have been on the black ink side of the ledger if it had had the increases at the | start of the year. | Without the boosts the CPR.) told the Board, it would be shy by | $40,000,000 of meeting its require- | ments. With them, for this year, | it would still be shy $15,000,000. These requirements include divi- dends estimated at $21,300,000. While not putting up a specific E xpert PAINTING ALL WORK Guaranteed! Spray and Brush PAINTING FREE ESTIMATES! Veteran AINTER Phone 146J Mother's Day Service Held At Harmony MRS. KENNETH FLETCHER Correspondent Harmony, May 11 -- Mother's Day service in Harmony Sunday School was well attended, the audi- torium being well filled. The regular Mother's Day serv- ice issued by the Ontario Religious Council, was used, the theme of which was "Render therefore hon- or to whom honor is due." As the service was an open ses- sion, the entire Primary Depart- ment occupied the front rows. A four-part recitation "Gifts for Mo- ther" by John Allman, Joycelyn Loveless, Robert Winter and Betty Hoskin, pupils of the Primary, was followed by a story by Mrs. How- ard Hoskin, one of the Primary Dept. teachers. . The Junior Choir, under the lead- ership of A. E. Maycock, sang two numbers, the first, in two-part harmony "Hymn of Praise." Their second number, arranged for three part singing was, "O, Worship the The offertory was taken by three girls from the Intermediate Girls Class, namely, Aureen Jackson, Helen Robinson and Lillian Lees. Mothers Is Topic An inspiring talk was given by Dr. W. P. Fletcher, the guest spgak- er, who.in his talk on "Mothers," sald that "Motherhood is ' the Crown of Life" and mother's lap the "Throne of God," from which, as infants, we are taught to pray. In times of sickness and distress, it is to "Mother" we instinctively turn. Reference was made to the Old Testamertt story in II Kings, Chapter 4 of the Shunammites son who was stricken in the field by the hot sun, was sent home to his mother. Dr, Fletcher urged the parents to commence telling their children the "Story of Life" as soon as they are old enough to understand. It is the child's right and privilege to be given sympathy and understand- ing when he begins asking ques- tions. Much grief and unhappiness could thus be avoided if the child, instead of being put off or ans- wered untruthfully, could be told these things in a proper manner. God is like the Shepherd who sought the lost sheep; --like Jesus in the picture of "Jesus blessing the little children;" and He is at mother's knee when little children kneel to pray, said Dr. Fletcher in answering the question so oft put to mothers by their small children --"What is God like?" Dr. Fletcher closed his talk with a tribute to mothers past and to- Robert Moon, Sunday School Su- perintendent, voiced his sincere and grateful thanks to Dr. Fletcher for his kindness in coming and giving such an inspiring address. He also thanked the members of the Junior Choir for théir pleasing numbers. At this point in the service Mr. Moon called Mrs. Mercy Greentree, the oldest mother present, to the front, and presented her with a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the Sunday School. Announcement was made of the christening service to be held next Sunday afternoon, May 18. Rev. J. V. McNeely will officiate and parents desirious of having their children christened should get in touch with Primary Superintend- ent, Mrs, C. E. Nichols. Personals Mrs. Ted Wright and young son Jimmie have returned to thelr home in Toronto, after spending some holidays last week with her sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Len Marten, and with her mother, Mrs. Thos. Oke, and other relatives. Mrs. R. J. Luke spent the week- Chinese Reds Open Drive @m SPEARHEADS OF COMMUNIST ADVANCES C CAPTURED BY COMMUNISTS N STRONGHOLDS OF : NATIONALISTS Chinese Communist forces have launched a daring military campaign to link all their war front--a strategy which may decide the outcome of civil war in China, Striking simultaneousl~ in Shansi, Jehol and northern Manchuria the Reds, according to military observers, are attempting to blast open a corridor from Harbin to Shansi permitting them to fight on a single front. end in Streetsville with Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Ferguson, who are leav- ing soon for Brantford, where they have purchased a flour, feed and egg-grading station. - Donald and Bruce will be in the business with their father. It is the wish of their many Harmony friends that they will meet with every success in their new business. Though they have been away from this commun- ity for some time, they still are 1e- membered. Mr. and Mrs, Frank Fleury and young son Garry, Leaside, spent Mother's Day here as guests of Mr. and Mrs. 8id Baldwin, who enter- tained at tea for her grandmother, Mrs, Mercy Greentree, Mr. and Mrs, Reg Luke and Merlyn who were also tea guests. Fire John Bull, Find New Symbol, Is British Plea London, May 13. -- (CP) -- Fire | John Bull, get rid of Britannia ary the noble lion--find Britain a new symbol, A chorus to this effect has been heard throughout England ever since the Board of Trade issued posters for its new "work or want" campaign, the chief of which show- ed a grim, streamlined John Bull rolling up his sleeves. The New Statesman and Nation described the figure as "a modern- ized version of Mr. Arbuthnot's 17th century John Bull, his physique improved by a Starchey diet, with a 'make and mend' waistcoat cut down from VE-Day Union Jack, shod in Cripps utility gumboots and wearing a pair of "stage co- median' Arthur Askey's "combs!" The Daily New Chronicle went "For the Money You Need When You Need It see HOUSEHOLD FINANCE BORROW $20 to $1,000... for almost any worthwhile purpose, without endorsers or bankable security. And take 12 or 15 manths to repay. Or even 20 or 24 months on loans of larger amounts. Here's all you do to borrow. Just phone or visit the Household branch office nearest you. Tell us the amount you need and how long you want to take to repay. Your money can be ready -- usually the same day you apply. Use Household Finance's prompt and friendly money service whenever you need money. No other company in your community offers lower rates for this type of service. 15 Simcoe Street South (over Kresge's) Phone Oshawa 3601 ' OSHAWA, ONT. Hours 9 10 § or by appointment -- Loans made fo formers and residents of nearby towne BACKED OY 80 YEARS OF EXPERINCE (7s HOUSEHOLD FINANCE --~ CC osphoraleos: off anal --- one further and offered a £5 5s. ($21) for a new symbol, after print ing a reader's letter which said: "Isn't John Bull a bit out of date? Isn't it time a new charac- ter was invented who would sym- bolize better that John Bull, bet- ter than Britannit, the invincible courageous, comic, grumbling, muddling and essentially democra- us genius that is the British peo- ple?" URGES PENSION PLAN 8t. Boniface, Man--(CP)--Mayor George MacLean of St. Beniface pressed council recently for ccm- pletion of the legislation commit tee's gvork on a pension plan for ci- vic employees launched early last year, .BISMARK SEA The Bismark . Sea derives fits name from the Bismark archipela- go which bounds it on the north and east. Plan C.G.LT. At Harmony MRS. KENNETH FLETCHER Correspondent Harmony, May 11-- The regular monthly meeting of the Willing Workers wag held in the school auditorium, on Wednesday even- ing, May 7, with the president, Mrs. W. A. Fleming in the chair. The worship service, conducted by Mrs, Jess Mills, ccmmenced with a hymn, followed with a read- ing entitled "Mother," by Mrs. Mills, The scripture, taken from Ruth I: 1-10, 16-22, and Proverbs I: 8 was read by Mrs. Albert Rundle and the lesson thoughts on Naomi (The Mother) were read by Mrs. Vivian, A second hymn "Happy the Home" and prayer ended this part of the meeting. \ With a word of welcome to all present, the business part of the meeting got underway, with the reading of the secretary's and treasurer's reports. Several letter: of thanks for flowers received, were read by Mrs. C. E. Nichols, flower convener, Plan C.G.LT. The following committee was appointed to make the necessary arrangements to have C.G.IT. started here: Mrs. Sam Jackson, Mrs, Howard Hoskin, Mrs. W, A. Fleming and Mrs; Jess Mills. A donation of $15 was voted to help purchase volley ball equip- ment, for the school pupils and a further donation of $15, $5 of which was given by Mrs, Sam Jackson was allotted to help pur- chase ball sweaters for the school ball team. A report on the activities of the 12th Harmony Cu) Pack, was given by Mrs. Clarence Greentree, committee convener, as follows: eight investitures have been held to date. -Mr. George Hart had do- nated money toyard buying a pack flag. Announcement of a paper drive to be hell soon was made and members were asked to save all their papers. Eighteen yards of material had been purchased to make triangles which would have cost the toys 35 cents each, the pack colors being gold and lilac. A report on work done for the Red Cross, was made by Mrs. Mills and showed that 183 pairs of boot- ees had been made, as well as eight pairs of soakers. It was de- cidide that Red Cross knitting be carried on during the coming months and another dozen balls of wool will be procured. The rummage sale which was postponed last month will be held this coming Thursday, May 15, in Simcoe Street Church. Members are asked to leave any donations toward this sale with their group leaders. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, June 4, at the school. The refreshment and program hos- tesses will be Mrs. Sam Jackson, Communist Senator Luis Carlos Prestes, leader of Brazil's Com- munists has been guaranteed im- munity and will probably continue his activities in the Congress of Brazil. Meanwhile, the supreme electional tribunal of the country voted 3-2 to cancel the registra- tion of Brazzil's Communist party because, it is said, its tactics enabl- ed Moscow to influence every strike in the land since 1937. The decis- ion does not yet constitute a formal abolition of the party, which is the biggest and strongest in Brazil, but the party is expected to close its offices voluntarily pending an ap- peal to the country's supreme court. President Eurico Gaspar Dutra, in supporting the government ruling, ordered a six-months suspension of the Communist-supported Brazizl Workers' Confederation and 21 re- gional unions affiliated with it. Mrs. Arthur Korry, Mrs. Harper, Mis. John Wheeler. Pogram Given The follcw.ng program arrang- Harold :) ~, GARWOOD OIL FIRED Tempered-Aire Heating Unit HOWARD AIR-CONDITIONING UNIT HECLA FURNACES OIL CONTRACTS WITH ALL OIL BURNERS NOW AVAILABLE W.F.BOWDEN 54 Burk St. Phone 2589 ed by Mrs. 0. E. Nichols, consisted of a reading on "Mothers" by Mrs. Charlie King, the "Ideal Woman," by Mrs. Reg Luke, a poem "Mone keyshines," by kin, two solos by Mrs, Will Found, "Mothers' Prayers" and "Dear Jesus." The hymn "God be with you till we meet again" and Mize pah Benediction brought the meet ing to a close. A game conducted by Mrs. Tom- ny Fountain; and a touch and buy by the South Group, rounded out the evening's activities. ' Lunch was served by Mrs, Niche ols, Mrs, Greentree, Mrs. Fountain and Mrs. King. The Willing Workers' contribu tion to the British. Flood Relief Campaign was two large cartons of clothing, three large cartons of canned goods and three quilts Mr. and Mrs. William Ash and baby daughter Lois, Kedron, spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Tom An enjoyable day of hiking and camping was spent by some Hare mony boys belonging to the 7th Oshawa Scout Troop, on Saturday. Some of the local fishermen have. brought home several nicé lake trout, caught in Lake Simcoe, weighing from four to eight pounds. 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