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6 THE DAILY TIMES-GAZETTE, Wednesday, July W, 108 Editorials | Timon Gaselis Fublichocs, Limilel We Bully SimesOasetie (Ohaws, Why), published 3 Election Competition Too Keen For Canadian Public Lat Patrie of Montreal joins with many other Canadian newspapers in deploring the lack of interest taken in the federal general election. It has, however, a some- what new slant on the situation, which is bound up in a general feeling of indif- ference towards public affairs. It sug- gests that perhaps in these modern days the counter-attractions are too strong for the politicians to overcome. Here is what it says: 4 "The majority of normal men would feel guilty if they maliciously injured their fellow- men or refused to help them in their troubles, Many of them are, however, indifferent to the country's political situation. And the lack of interest in politics seems to grow With the years, Not long ago, political meetings brought together very considerable crowds, and brought people from far away. It is different now-a- ' days. During the provincial elections last year the organigers of meetings who had not taken into account baseball games played the same evenings had not one-quarter of the crowd they expected. And there seemed to be the usual sudiences in the picture theatres." What happened in the last Quebeo provincial election is exactly the same thing that is happening today in the fed- eral campaign. Interest in politics, which means interest in the manner in which our country is governed, is not suffi- ciently strong to overcome interest, in sporting events or picture shows. That is why: the candidates in Ontario Riding, and elsewhere throughout the country, are shying clear of an extensive program of political meetings, which, because of meagre audiences, might do their cause more harm than good." - Ground Observer Corps Important An integral part of Oshawa's civil de- fence enterprise, and one that probably has wider ramifications, is the recently instituted Ground Observer Corps. Like all other babies, the group is having its teething troubles and apparently the big- gest ache is being felt on account of a lack of public appreciation and interest. The spotting of intruders that might try to infiltrate in the event of a national emergency is a vital business, giving warning to the military and civilian sources of the path of attacking aircraft. Canada's much vaunted radar screen is by no means infallible and low-flying air- craft are likely to escape the screen. Therefore, without any system of follow- ing and anticipating the course of the enemy, air defences would have to rely upon luck in greater proportions than skill, : Perfected by the British during the early part of the last war, when Hitler stood poised on the coast of conquered France for the impending attack upon the Channel beaches, the voluntary system of spotting proved to be an invaluable source of home defence. There ft a diffence, of course. In those days the wolf was at the door; it was a case of do or die. Canada is hardly in a like situation today. The war in Korea might reach its unfruitful conclusion at any day, and closer to the mirror, Soviet Russia is continuing the peace offensive. What is the incentive then for people to devote their time and energy to what might seem to be a toy for the air force? Firstly the national defence depart~ ment is not convinced by Russian over- tures and is pressing ahead with the de- fence scheme. Secondly, only the sublime and the indifferent would accept the latest Hastern lullaby as permanent. As it has already been said a thousand times, only through strength can the Allies feel a measure of external security. The Ground Observer Corps is a unique undertaking here and it will take a little time to be accepted as fact. However, the greatest difficulty will be to convince the average man-in-the-street of the ne- eessity of the organization at this time. Lack Suitable Investment Climate The scheme for establishing an organi- zation to help finance private undertak- ings in backward countries through loans and the investment of capital has been abandoned by the World Bank. The rea- son for this decision is an eminently sensible one. The so-called backward countries, says the World Bank, lack "a suitable investment climate." Under-developed countries tend to im- pose all sorts of restrictions upon in- vestors having a natural desire to convert earnings into dollars. Arbitrary restrie- tions are imposed on foreign investors who, for one reason or another, may wish to withdraw their capital. Oppressive taxation and uncompensated expropria- tion are a constant danger. Editorial Notes Welcoming the prospect of resuming normal diplomatic 'relations with Russia, Tito of Yugoslavia nevertheless says, "Never again will he trust them 100 per cent." An Ontario Kiwanis Club has put safety" tape on 2,000 boys' bicycles to reflect the lights from cars behind. Another thing desirable is some form of stabilizer to keep them going straight without wob- bling all over the road. The Daily Times-Gazette (OSHAWA. WHITBY) 'The Dally Times-Gazette (Osha Whitby) combining The Oshawa Times (established ToT) ih the Whitby G: «a I 1863) is publish Member of The Canadian Press, the Canadian Daily Newspapers Ontario Provinelal Dailies As- T. L. WILSON, Publisher and General Manager M. McINTYRE HOOD, Managing Editor Offices, 44 King Street West, University" Tower Pullding. Montacal, pra Ontatle, 228 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Delivered by carriers in Oshawa, Whitby, Brooklin Port Perry, Ajax and Pickering, not over 30c per week. By mail outside carrier delivery areas anywhere in Canads and England, 00 per year. U.S., $15.00 per year. . DAILY AVERAGE NET PAID CIRCULATION FOR JUNE 12,301 In such circumstances, it is not wn- natural that North American investors should ask themselves why they should send their savings abroad, especially when comparable or better returns can be earned at home in the world's best in- vestment climate. . The World Bank's wise decision to re- frain from efforts to persuade Canadian and American investors to put their money into another "South Sea Bubble" deserves the serious consideration of both Ottawa and Washington, where it is still fashionable to suppose that the tax- payers' dollar, invested in backward countries, will pay off both politically and economically. R Bit of Verse JUNE THOUGHTS Where weeping willows in the brook Cool fingers sweep. Silver swimmers through the ferns Lightly leap. The swirling current moves the moss As shafts of light Reveal a gold-veined pebble bed Glinting bright. Above the sparkling crystal mist The dragon-fly, In scaly armor gleaming blue Flashes by. Discreetly murmuring ancient trees Soft, converse hold, In Winding arch above the stream Since time untold. The sudden crimson cardinal adds His melody, That for a moment I may feel Infinity. Bible Thought "All things are yours; whether Paul, or Apollos, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come; all are yours; and ye are Christ's; and Ohrist is God's" (I Cor. 3:21-23) "A man cannot own too much provided that he recognizes his Owner."--Findlay. "He that is spiritual judgeth all things." (1 Cor. 2:15) "Belief in God gives greater elasticity of mind." ~ Butterfield ' THIS BUTT, FLICKED OUT OF THE CAR CAN CAUSE MILLIONS OF DOLLARS.fDAMAGE USE YOUR CAR ASH TRAY! US. GALLOP POLL Canadian People Believe U.N. Has Justified Existence By CANADIAN INSTITUTE of PUBLIC OPINION How do Canadians feel about the United Nations? Has it done what was hoped for it, when the charter was written in San Francisco eight years ago? Or has it been a waste of time, money and hope? How a voter feels about these matters, says the Gallup Poll, de- pends, in the main, on how much achooling he's had. Those with Uni- versity kground have a far ater belief that the U.N. has justified its existence than have hose with public school training, or less. Otherwise, men and women seem to have much the same opin- ions, whatever their age, or politics In interviewing a correct cross- section of the Canadian public, re- Jonters for the Poll handed a card each man or woman interviewed on which was printed the four point from which they were asked to make a choice. They were asked: Which of these alternatives come closest to being your opinion of the work done by the United Nations?" 1. It has done what it set out to 0. 2. It has justified its existence. 3. It has been better than nothing. 4, It has not justified its existenc Across the country this is how Canadian thinking averages as a nation. Pet. Has done what it set out todo 8 Has justified its existence 39 Better than nothing 31 Has not justified its existence 8 No opinion 14 MAC'S MUSINGS How lucky those people Are who have plenty of Shade trees around their Homes so that they can Take refuge from the sun's Hot rays on these torrid Days of mid-summer, and Glory in the coolness Which seems to be found Under the trees. We have noticed during These recent sultry days That under the trees There always seems to be A kindly breeze to temper The heat of the day, and That is why we like to Place our garden chairs Under them to enjoy the Coolness of the shade. Trees add so much to The home surroundings By way of beauty that We feel sorry for those Whose gardens are devoid Of these leafy guardians, Not only because of the Beauty which they impart But because of what we Have already mentioned, The grateful shade which They give on hot days. It is too bad that it Takes so long before a A tree reaches the size to Provide room to sit under Them in the shade, and Yet we feel that everyone Who builds a new home Should make sure that its Site has some trees, or Failing that, should lose No time in planting them So that in years to come, They may know the pleasure That comes from their beauty, And from the joy of sitting Under them on hot days. URGE TIDE PROJECT WASHINGTON (AP) -- Maine's congressional delegation Tuesday urged a House of Representatives foreign affairs sub-committee to approve a $3,000,000 survey to de- termine the cost and economic feasibility of a Passamaquoddy tidal-power project near the Maine- Canada boundary. The present pro- sal is for an international pro- fect by Canada and the United States, utilizing Passamaquoddy Bay in American waters in a two- pool system to generate power. The estimated potential is 1,000,000 horsepower annually. While there is no evidence of keen enthusiasm for the U.N., just as many think the organization has done what it set out to do, as think it has failed. And nearly half (47 per cent) think it has achieved its purpose or justified its existence. Proprotion of the people who think the U.N. has achieved its aim runs just about the same across the provinces. However, those who think it has justified its extence goes from a low of 33 per cent in Quebec to a high of 47 per cent in B.C. Nearly a quarter of the citi- zens in both the Maritimes and Quebec have no opinion to give, Has done what it set out to do Has justified its existence ... Better than nothing Has not justified its existence . No OpPINIOR .useesacvsscesanscn A similar set of questions put recently to the people of the U.K. and of the U.S. by affiliates of the Canadian Institute of Public Opin- ion, shows that in both countries a majority of voters are satisifed Public or No Schooling while only 9 per cent in Ontario have none. This is one of those questions on which young and old think alike. There's no evidence of any greater pessimism among those 'in their twenties than among fifty-year-olds and over. No argument between the sexes either. Nor between Lib- erals, Conservativs, and CCF, -- an annusual situation these days. But a glance at the difference of opinion between the thinking of those with lower and higher edu- cational standards shows a vey strong contrast on whether U.N. has justified its existence or not. High School Wniversity 11% 6% 4% 27 L {4 60 20 » 9 8 24 3 3 2 100% 100% 100% that the United Nations has justifie its existence. In both countries the same tendency for those with Uni- versity education to have a greater faith in its value was. shown; and the same non-partisan attitude. World Copyright Reserved. IN DAYS GONE BY 25 YEARS AGO Gordon D. Conant, newly-elect- ed president of the Rotary Club, announced that Stan Everson was in charge of plans to move the convention hall on the corner of Bond and Mary Streets, to Rotary Park. This building was donated to the. Club by General Motors of Canada, Citizens of Oshawa and district were entranced with an unusually philliam display of the aurora bore- alis. Sara Eliza Farewell, wife of Cap- tain George Farewell, died at her home in Harmony, in her 79th year. She was predeceased by her hus- band by three months. Chief of Police O. D. Friend an- nounced that signs had been erect- ed to prohibit parking on one side of Prince, Charles and Ontario Streets. Dr. A. 8. Tilley and his wife died within an hour of each other at their home in Bowmanville. He had been ill for six months, and Mrs. Tilley suffered a stroke due to shock and over-work. King Street East, from Ritson Road to the city limits, was in the process of being re-surfaced. F. L. Mason presided at a spe- cial meetifg of the Central Ontario Power Association held at Co- bourg. Dr. L. E. Hubbell, president of the Kinsmen's Club, was busy with committees in preparation for the Kiddie Karnivel. T. L. Wilson and Frank V. Evans were named as heads of committees. Fire demolished the Harbor Commission building at the Lake in the early hours of the morning. Announcement was made of the amalgamation of the Bank of Com- merce with the Standard Bank. GOING T0 Wewtpp, 7 Rates froms cry ' 5 ay so SINGLE DOUBLE) * Garage facilities available Airport bus stops at our door * Grand Central and Pennsylvanio® Stations are convenient Completely Modernized and Redecorated (HOTEL dy PLAZA LAILEH LEXINGTON AVE at 50th Street Consult Your Travel Agent Here's MONEY. on your own signature FAST SAME-DAY SERVICE $50 to $1000 without bankable security. Up to 24 months to repay. Phone or stop in for fast, friendly service. Canada's largest and most {2 1OUSEHOLD FINANCE C. H. Brook, Manager 11%2 Simcoe St. South, second floor, phone Oshawa 5-1139 OSHAWA, ONT. OTTAWA REPORT One of Every Six Homes Crowded By PATRICK NICHOLSON Special Qerrespondent for The Times-Gazette OTTAWA---One out of evel seven homes in Canada is in of major repairs, re the Dom- inion bureau of statistics. One out of every six homes in Canada is overcrowded, it also re- ports. By this description, the Bur- eau means that such homes have more inhabitants than rooms. = The shortage of homes in Canada is estimated at one for every five now in use. This is the picture of Canada's desperate housing shortage, which has been pitifully aggravated by the sorry record of post-war years during which, in proportion to our expanding population, 'we have been badly outbuilt by 'Brit ain, Sweden, the States and Aus- tralia, to mention just four com- parable countries. : " Right nthe Shadow of our Pa amen! ul gs, fring! route Governor-General A takes on his way to official func- tions and which Prime Minister St. Laurent travels daily to his office, rots Canada's blackest spot: Ot- tawa's Lower Town, seething with the large families of French-Ca- nadian civil servants. The number of houses classified as overcrowded has leapt 23 per cent in the past decade. CAPITAL'S POOR RECORD "There is a greater need for housing in Ottawa than in any other city outside Quebeg," David Mansur chairman of the Central Mortgage and Housing Corpora- tion, told a housing enquiry here last week. "The number of new houses being built in Ottawa is well below the national average. Edmonton is pullding 22 new homes per 1,000 population; Cal- gary is building 20; Ottawa tails with 6." In an eight-door row of wooden houses in Lower Town, Jean Ba tiste Laframboise lived with hi years during the war in the arti. lery, in the 4th Medium. After the war, speaking both French' and 'English fluently but a product of garlier educational methods, he ot a Job in the government ! 0p Sierans affairs, At' was. paying $43 per oj supplemented this by working nights and Sundays for a Vv, business; his eldest boy, aged 17, has 'just started to he) §ipport the family, and 36-ye orence Laframboise received each month in baby bonus. penises with much a large. f. avy: corner grocer .si the father spends between $85 and $88 there each two weeks. His small pay does not permit him pay more than $20 month rent; it certainly does not him to buy an adequate ho through the government mi plan desi to help erpriv- ileged Canadians. ok And for $20 a month in Ottawa, family of 13 citizens of the se richest country in the world can rent five rooms, unfit for human habitation, in a house judged to be 100 years old. A I talked to Jean Baptiste La- framboise, while his b: of fine cheerful little kids, at least those who escaped the fire, played around us in the street. This decent uncomplaining citizen, hard-work- ing and physically fit, is all those terrible housing statistics t to shameful life and tragic death. THIS YEAR ENJOY A DOWN-EAST VACATION IN THE MARITIMES _ wife and 13 children, crowded into °® five rooms. Last week two were suffocated in bed by a fire; the rest escaped. Today a notice is pinned to the door of the 100-year- old tottering shack, proclaiming it to be unfit for human habitation. Negotiations are being, conducted to have this sub-standard home im- proved. Ottawa's scorpion-tongued and needle-sharp mayor, Charlotte Whitton, put her finger on part of the trouble when she said Ot- tawa"s low-rental families have social rather than housing prob- ms. Mr. Laframboise served many Coldwell Gets The Low Down SUMMERSIDE, P.EIl (CP)-- COF Leader M. J. Coldwell and his secretary sat down beside two men discussing politics when they boarded a train at Moncton Tues- § day for a trip here in an election campaign tour of the Maritimes. Said ane of the men: "I see Coldwell spoke in Monc- : ton last night and is heading for § Summerside today. He'll have to do some talking to make some § headway over there." As the conversation continued, Mr. Coldwell and his secretary be- gan laughing with the two, both apparently die - Hard Progressive Conservatives. One fellow then said to Mr. Cold- well: "You're not a politician are you?" His secretary replied: *"Yes, this is Mr. Coldwell." They then shook his hand and quickly chang- ed the conversation. One of the first references to the game of billiards is found in Shskespesre's "Anthony and Cleo- patra. CANADIAN NATIONAL WILL TAKE YOU THERE. There's much to see and do in these) romantic playgrounds by the Ses . 4 swimming and sailing in sheltered i lets... surf bathing in booming. \ rollers . . . deep sea fishing... golf. . a Cape Breton's Cabot Trail . . . pictusal esque. fishing villages of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. . . the f and rivers of New Brunswick . . ; béaches and dunes of garden-like Prince' Edward Island. .. national parks, hisy toric sites, interesting cities. At The Charlottetown Hotel, Pictow Lodge, and The Nova Scotian in Halifax, you will enjoy Canadian National hospitality. Three famous Canadian National trains, The Ocean Limited, The Maritime Express and The Scotism| offer a regular, pleasant service! to all the East, : 5» FOR ANY GIFT OCCASION Canadian Notional new offers an el: le af oll Canadian National ticket offices. Easy te buy, esty be vse... and sure fo please. Plan That Maritime Vacation Now MH. J. Th, ony Po st. W. Oshawa, ont. Y Phone 3-4122 Agont CANADIAN NATIONAL Rot and Refpos You'll enjoy the warm days and the refreshing, cool, pine-scented evening breezes of Ontario's' Vacation Land. And you can add enjoyment to your holiday by travelling the carefree way--by bus. ASK YOUR LOCAL AGENT ABOUT "HIGHWAY . TOURS" TO ALL PARTS OF THE U.S.A. "ROUND TRIP Owen Sound .. 9.30 Wasaga Beach 6.70 8.75 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE) Tickets and Information at Bracebridge . . OSHAWA BUS TERMINAL 14 Prince St. Dial 3-2241 Be Re ope BRE