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W. H. MOORE 1S THE LIBERAL CHOICE (Continued From Page 1) were back. The budget was back. The . favorable balance of trade 'had re- turned. The penny postage likewise had come again and so to the scandals which Mr. Moore declared were ever called into use when a party was hard ptit to discredit the opposition. A Homecoming ' Later when announcing his tandi- dature, Mr. Mogqre lent an humorous touch by declaring, "Now I'm back." The crowd quick o catch the connec- tion, applauded vigorously. Continu- ing in the same vein Mr. Moore aver- red that the Globe was back, ar shown by a recent leading editorial, that Fred Fowlke a local well known former Conservative was also back. "What is the reason for this return . to the Liberal party? It is part of a movement to support the Liberal party which has spread from coast to coast. These people know of it. The Globe realizes and so does Fred Fowlke' Mr. Moore concluded tnis speech ac- cepting the nomination with the ex clamation, "I am in yowr hands." Hon. J. C. Elliott, ex-minister of La- bour in commenting upon the zest which was evident at the coavéntion declared that the same spirit was pre- valent throughout the province and elsewhere. The interest, he saio, which people were taking in the pre- sent- campaign had never been evident fore, a condition which he believed ace Dr. Kaiser in this constituency," was. warranted by the fact that real issues are before the electors, issu: which demand publi¢ attentien. Hon. Mr. Elliott then proceeded to- review the doings of. the King Government and'to twit the Conservatives on the manner in which they had dropped the Blue ruin platform. Although the To- ries had said at the last election that the tariff was a problem on which the future of Canada depended, still with- out Conservative control of the tariff the country had progressed in many ways. Discuss Tariff It was told how back in 1921 busi- ness was bad due to high tariff regu- lations.' The farmer then had to pay high 'prices when buying but when selling his products found the prices low. Following the election of a Lib- eral government steps were taken to have the embargos removed--a policy which proved useful to the people of Canada. Reference was made to the Liberal regime from 1896-1911 during which the speaker said Canada enjoyed great prosperity to such an extent that the period was named "Canada's Golden Years." It was pointed out that the only way to reduce the war debt was by practising rigid economy and stimul- ating trade in farm and other natural products. With this in view the King Government instituted a policy which would lower the duty on agricultural implements, which would help the far- mer market his products and which would assist in the tilling of the soil by fostéring suitable immigration. The present tenditioh of thé cotintry spoke for the success of the, policy. Canadian people in 1921 bought more than they sold. As a result of the encouragement given agriculture, lum- bering, mining and fishing, we find four years later a favorable trade bal- ance: of $401,000,000, the highest fav- orable balance of any country in the world. This is the best test of the progress made in the last four years. Another instance is the return to par and the going above par of the Can- adian dollar. Since Confederation thére have been 58 budgets, there have been 'only 11 reductions in the national debt--three of these came in the last 4 years. The total reductions which have been made, are $107,000,000. The Liberals in the last four years have %made $52,000,000 of these reductions. This" is the explanation of why Meig- hen does not now state that the coun- try is going to-the dogs. He knows that the increase in prosperity is so apparent to minds and pockets of the Canadian people that there is no use. ~The duty of a Liberar Government, said Mr. Elliott, is to remove us much as possible of burden from all the peo- ple. ' Prosperity the Issue The Robb budget made it impossible to make prosperity the issue. So the leader of the Government, if it can be so dignified, says the customs scandal is the problem. "I don't say everyone was free from the guilt of smuggling. But I am told every.one does a little now and then. It becomes more prevalent when the tariff is high." The speaker said the illicit trade was started daring tie Loin servative regime andthe Customs re- port shows the Government was ap- proached. They did nothing. The King Government was approached August 4, 1924. The complainants were asked for suggestions. They replied that po- licing the boundary was impossible. The things to do were to either give preventive officers powers of police of- ficers, which enabled them to arrest suspects summarily, or to make the punishment drastic. Both these things were granted at the first session of the Bovernment, and became law in Juue, 1925. The results were so satisfactory the president of the Toronto Board of Trade wrote congratulating the Prem- ier, a month later. The Customs collections for 1926 far exceeds those of the previous three years. As a result those who asked for customs reforms were eminently pleased. Hon. Mr. Elliott phedicted Hon. Mi. Bowin's return to the Customs depart- ment to complete the good work in that department which he started. The customs charges he said had to be made to take the place of the lack of prosperity charge. He charged that 'those responsible for the passing of he Grain bill in she House were influencéd by the threats of what would happen to their Bill in the Senate if they did not vote against the Government, "The theory of responsible ment is that the advice of the who represents the majority of the people shall be followed. I'his was ot the case when Mr. King asked that Parliament be prorogued. It was charged that Mr. Meighen did wrong wl saying he could form a Government wilen future events 'showed he was not possessed of sufficient support. In conclusion, Hon. Mr. Elliott struck an optimistic note and predicted the return of the Liberal candidate in the South Ontario riding. Those Nominated The candidates who were nonjinated included W. H. Moore, of Dunbarton; Samuel Jefferies, Port Perry; F. L. Fowke, gx-Mpy Oshawa; L. O. Clif- ford, Oshawa; G. D. Conant, Oshawa; W. A. Dryden, Brookiin: Pr. A. A. Farewell, Harmony; W. E. Ne Sin- clair, M.P.P., Oshawa, and F. J. Clem- ens. : W. A. Dryden, chairman, at the out- set said that the attendance at the convention showed that Liberal inter- est in the campaign was already great. "Most of us know fairly well the situ- ation which calls for an election at this time and without further remarks we will proceed with the selection of a candidate," he said. The nominations were taken by open vote with. a mgver and seconder. The last on the list spoke first. F. J. Clemens said he had no intention of running but would support the Liberal candidate to the best of his ability. E. N. Sinclair stated his position He occupied a position in the e said, to which he had been elected. His trust had not yet been fulfilled. He felt that he had been entrusted with the duties in the Leg- islature and his term had not yet ex- pired. It would not expire until after September 14 at least and should a provincial election be held in October or November the campaign would simply mean a little play. He thanked his nominator and seconder. J. P. Mangan in declining thought that the enthusiasm exhibited at the recent Liberal executive meeting and the attendance at the convention aug- ured well for the outcome of the elec- tion in Ontario Riding. He appreciat- govern- premier briefly. riding, h ed the honor of being nominated but] felt that -his little experience beside that of a mumber of others warranted his withdrawal. Pledges Support Samuel Jeffries pledged his support to the Liberal candidate. It was only a little while that they had met under similar circumstances but he felt that the present time afforded a fine op- portunity for the Liberal party to re- de¢m the riding. Pays Tribute to Leader "Under some circumstances I might feel like accepting the nomination but under circumstances of a personal cha- racter it is impossible for me to enter actively into any political campaign," W. A. Dryden stated in withdrawing his name. "I believe we can win South Ontario, Conditions all over the Deo- minion and in South Ontario point to a Liberal victory. Conditions never better and the Liberals have every reason to be proud of their re- cord. No party since the days of Sir Wilfred Laurier has had a leader like Mackenzie King and no leader I ever saw or knew would I rather be asso- ciated with than Mr. King. I know him personally, I know him to be of the highest: ideals, politically and per- sonally and in every way. He stands out pre-eminently as the greatest statesman in Canada at the present Russel Perkins Is Offering On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday | BEAWTIEUL RTE Per ; Basket * Next week will finish the Cherry r:ason and in addi- tion will buy all your empty 11 quart baskets. { we ring or call ' .Give RUSSEL PERKINS 151 Park Road North were | THE OSHAWA DAILY REFORMER, SATURDAY, AUGUST 7, 1926 rvs TSG EA Tenne. leader and to have confidence in him. I believe on September 14 the people' will show that confidence. I know the respect the Cabinet have for him. I know the obstacles he had to over- come in the last session and had it not been for the faithfulness, legisla- tion could net have passed." "Mr. Dryden asserted that there was no comparison between the leaders of the two parties. Mr. Meighen was go- ing from coast to coast telling the people by the sea that he would give them back the Intercolonial railway, he was telling the same story in Que- bec; in Ontario he was telling the manufacturers that they gould get their own way; in the West he, had the audacity to say that he would not only 'give protection to the industry but to the farmers as well. "In the West they know that Mr. Meighen can not give them protection in any shape or form. He will say any- thing," Mr. Dryden asserted. "My. King's speeches are of a constructive character. The words he utters are of his faith in Canada and for her future. "If Liberalism ever had an oppor- tunity to go through to victory it has it now," he declared. F. L. Fowke, who was next on the list and who is at his summer home in Nova Scotia, was spoken for Ly Dr. A. A. Farewell, who on his behalf declined the nomination. Dr. Fare- well read a telegram irom him. It said an part: "Why should a man give up all to enter politics? The first business is to complete a thoroygh organization, which is more importast than the candidate whom you will choose. I will support the candidate to the best of my ability." Dr. Farewell stated that he was un- able to say anything further and only asked that Mr. Fowlke's name be withdrawn. fn Conant Declines G. "D. Conant, one of the constitu- ency's prominent Liberals was unavoid- ably' absent but a letter read by Mr. Dryden explained that he Aaould not be a candidate' but would give his ful- lest support to the Liberal candidate. + Would Stand Aside W. 'H. Moore was most optimistic as to the result of the contest in this riding. He felt that with conditions much better and the fact Clifford had made such a splendid run in the last election that the Liberals ¢i Ontario riding could safely entrust the honor to Mr. Clifford. He would stand aside, he said, to make way for him. Mr. Moore was given a flattering ova- tion on all occasions. L. O. Clifford said that on coming to .the convention he had no intention | of being the candidate since he under- [ stood that Mr. Moore would be ten- dered that honor. He regretted that Myr. Moore had declined but if he | would accept, he was sure he would go through. "If this convention will give me three or four days to con- sider, I will see what can be done," Mr. Clifford said. Many who have come here tonight are disappointed that Mr. Moore has declined and I think he has made. a mistake." raises Clifford Mr. Moore was called on again te speak through a united request on the part of the audience. In responding he said: "I am flattered and even more afliected by your kindness than vou can know. I feel that Mr. Clif- ford can command the support of the riding; I feel that I am standing aside and 1 ask vou to pledge yourself to his support. The last time you rar a good race against tremendous adds. There was depression over , the air. Mr. Clifford made one of the most creditable runs in the province of On- tario. Favorable conditions now exist in the province and when the candi- date made a good run last election he is sure to do much better now. Liberal candidates were deleitods al] over Ontario but this fime it is differ- ent. "Do you know the Globe is almost back?" he queried. Mr. Moore refer- red to the leading editorial in that newspaper yesterday morning in which it concluded that after the terrible statements made in connection with the cruiser Margaret case, Mr. Meig- hen had no right to face the public in this province without an explana- tion. "Thev are all coming back and you should take your old candidate and Mr, Moore declared. Clifford Withdraws Dr. Farewell stated that he knew Mr. Clifford's position and moved that he be allowed three days to consider the nomination and that the executive report with an announcement as fo who the candidate would be. However it was the wish of the convention to he select a candidate last night and at the suggestion of the chairman' Mr. Clifford and Mr. Moore retired for a conference. . On: their return to the stage after the speaker of the evening had concluded, Mr. Clifford withdrew his name and Mr. Moore accepted, "The ideal hoi weather TRISCUITis Shredded Wheat pressed into a wafer-the ideal cracker spread. with butter, cheese or served with salads DANGER SIGNALS (Toronto Star) The Galt Reporter thinks that "after twenty+five many girls are likely to marry fellows they used to make fun of." But-why specify an age when dealing with a phen- omenon which is true of all ages? 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