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OPINIONS ! DAILY TIMES-CAZETTE EDITORIAL PAGE "FEATURES The Daily Times-Gazette OSHAWA WHITBY THI OSHAWA TIMES (Established 1871) THE WHITBY GAZETTE & CHRONICLS (Established 1863) The Times-Gazatte is a member of 'The Canadian Press. the Canadian Daily Newspapers Association, the Ameri can Newspaper Publishers Association, the Ontario Provincial Dailies Association and the Audit Bureau ot Circulations. The Canadian Press 1s exclusively entitled to the use for republication of all news despatches in the paper credited to it or to 'The Associated ress or Reuters, and also the local news published therein. All rights of special despatches herein are also reserved. A. RB. ALLOWAY, President and P T. L. WILSON, Vice-President and Managing Director. M. McINTYRE HOOD, Managing Editor. . SUBSCRIPTION RATES, elivered by carrier in Oshawa, Whitby, Brooklin, Por Pelive Ajax and Pickering, 240 per week. By mail out. side carrier delivery areas anywhere in Canada and England, $7.00 per year; U.S., $9.00 per year. Authorized as Second Class Matter, Post Office Department, Ottawa, Canada. DAILY AVERAGE CIRCULATION for JUNE 11,03 FRIDAY, JULY 7, 1950 Living Cost Still Rising There seems no let-up in the course of increasing living costs. The Bureau of Statistics report for June 1 shows their index up to the highest figure that it. has yet attained, with a jump of 1.4 points from May 1. - J This, of course, is not surprising to the Housewives who have to do the family shop- ping. They have watched with some concern the steady rise of the cost of foodstuffs, particularly of meats. They know only too well that their dollars do not go nearly as far as they did a year ago, and that the weekly food budget for the feeding of their families has risen progressively. There does not seem to be anything one can do about increasing living costs. The domestic demand for food products is so insistent and at so high a level that prices are being forced higher and higher. This is particularly true of meats, in which United States' demand is coupled with that of the home market in Canada to raise the price levels. Only when supply and demand come into closer relationship with each other will this condition be remedied. If we are to believe the official statistics, however, the average citizen of Canada is really better off than he was a year ago, in relation to living costs. During the year ending May 1, 1950, the cost of living increased by 2.8 per cent. In the same period, the average earnings in the eight principal industrial groups in Canada increased by 4.4 per cent, which would seem like giving the workers a net gain of 1.6 per cent over the increase in living costs. It is rather difficult, however, to sell that idea to the average housewife. All she knows is that it is costing her more to fill the family larder every week than it used to do, and that is about all that counts with her. Not an Easy Task i There was a mistaken idea in many minds, a week ago, that the intervention of United * States forces into the Korean war would mean a speedy collapse of the Communist attacks, and a quick victory for the forces of democracy. It has not taken long for that idea to be dispelled. The events in the war so far have shown that the Communists were well prepared fon their sneak attack on South Korea, that they were splendidly armed and equipped, had plenty of heavy armored equipment, and a strong army of well-trained soldiers. Everything points to the attack being deliberately planned, and launck.ed only when the Reds were sure that they were completely ready. So far, success has rested with the invad- ers. They have advanced far into South Korea, and have routed the defending ar- mies. As yet, the ground forces of the United States have not reached the war front in any large numbers, and they have no heavy equipment comparable to that of the invad- ers. Meanwhile, the Northern army is con- solidating the ground it has conquered, and it is not going to be easy to dislodge them and liberate South Korea. Everything, therefore, points to the fact that this is going to be a long and bitter struggle. The United Nations' forces will have to be enlarged, and given adequate supplies of heavy tanks and artillery to enable them to overcome the early advantage gained by the invading Reds. This must, and we are sure it will be done, but it will take time, and for the present all that can be hoped for is that the advance will be halted and the northern troops contained until such time as the armies of liberation are ready to drive them out. One can recall that in both world wars, the German enemy gained great initial advantages. They subdued a large part of the territory of France and other allied countries. But they were stopped and held in their positions until the forces of freedom were mobilized to a sufficient extent to drive them back to their lairs. Yet in both cases, this was done. The situation in Korea today is developing along similar lines, although on a smaller scale, and it is obvious that final success will not be achieved until forces are available on a.scale large and strong enough to push through to victory. Queen Mary's Carpet After being exhibited throughout the United States and Canada without a single bid for it being received that would meet with the conditions imposed, the magnificent carpet made by the Queen Mother Mary is being bought for Canada by the Imperial Order of Daughters of the Empire. This worthy patriotic organization made an offer of $100,000 for it, and agreed that it should be turned over to the National Gallery in Ottawa for permanent display. This offer was accepted. The I.0.D.E. now faces the task of raising the $100,000 to pay for the carpet, the pro- ceeds for which will go to augment Britain's store of Canadian dollars. In addition, there will be added to that amount all the money that is secured by exhibiting it at the Cana- dian National Exhibition and elsewhere across Canada. The I.0.D.E. should have little difficulty in raising the $100,0C0 required, because throughout that organization there will be a feeling of pride that this unique carpet has been secured for Canada. There is nothing like it in existence. It represents nearly. ten years' work by the Queen Mother who, when it was completed; gave it to the nation to be sold as a dollar export. It had been thought that large bids would be received for it from the United States, but these failed to materialize, so Canada is the beneficiary. Canadians will take pardonable pride in the possession of this work of art and industry, and will support the I.O.D.E. whole-heartedly in making good its pledge to pay $100,000 to bring it to this country as a national treasure. Editorial Notes If the democracies come out on top in the Korean affairs, no one will dispute that the United States won this war. # # * Perhaps it is natural that since the war news began to appear in the press, little has been heard about the controversial Ottawa by-law prohibiting the wearing of shorts on the streets. \ * * * It used to be known as the "Glorious Fourth," but with 739 accidental deaths for the holiday weekend in the United States, it would be more appropriate to call it the "Tragic Fourth." + Re + Canada's three destroyers are only a token contribution by this country to the demo- cratic forces facing Communism in the Far East. But behind them is the unswerving support of the vast majority of the Cana- dian people. e Other Editors' Views ® STRICTER RULES FOR DRIVERS (Lethbridge erald) Highway tragedies, like poison ivy and sunburn, will always be with us, human nature being what it is. But the number of tragedies can be greatly reduced if governments the world over prevent physically and mentally incapable people from getting behind the wheel of a car, Everyone applying for a driver's licence should be examined, no matter whether he has hac a licence before or not. People who cannot read or write and who therefore cannot be expected to understand road signs should be prohibited from driving. All those | applying for licences should be tested as to their driving ability and as to their knowledge of the rules of the road. Those who are known to be active alcoholics or who have any other physical or mental impairments should not be given driving privileges. The rules should be strict and they should be followed to the ® A Bit of Verse o SUMMER FUGUE Peonies and strawberries and the long hot days; Strawberries and peonies and the trees like canopies Casting dark green circles under their moving branches; Peonies red and pink and white and light dresses in the shadows, Fingers that reach for strawberries, fingers stained red, * Smelling with the sweetness of strawberries crushed against sugar; Odor of strawberries mingling with the rose- perfume of peonies And all held and 'encircled with the clean smell of grass Like a basket of green in which are heaped, are . enfolded Strawberries and women, peonies and reaching fingers. --Elizabeth Coatsworth. e A Bible Thought Good deeds performed in an obscure Roman prov- ince have a profound influence thousands of years later in continents then undiscovered. In thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed. --Gen, 13:3. Rugged Ind « ~Fitzpatrick, in The St. Louis Post-Dispatch Looking Around The World By DEWITT MACKENZIE Associated Press News Analyst Winston Churchill said in the House of Commons a couple of days ago that a Communist victory in Korea might result in a third world war. Such a statement by this war- wise statesman demands respectful consideration, especially in these in these days when all the hills are echoing the anxious query: "Must we have another world war?" This column has discussed the point before, but it is worth look- ing at again. Churchill didn't mean literally, of course, that the loss of Korea in itself would immediately produce a global upheaval. How- ever, a Red Victory in Korea cer- tainly could set in motion a chain of reactions which inevitably would lead to another world conflict. This is indeed a dangerous moment. The domination of all Korea by Russia would be a hard blow to the democracies. The mountainous pe- ninsula is of great value strategical- ly--a base of much importance to supremacy in the Far East, And be- cause of this circumstance its con- trol has come to be universally regarded as a mark of strength. 'nus its complete domination by Russia would be a serious blow to the democracles--militarily, in pres- tige and in the matter of morale. It would have a great influence on the rest of Asia. Now just to keep the records straight let it be stated here that the action in Korea sponsored by the United Nations is not for the purpose of putting the democracies into "control" of the Peninsula, It is to establish the independence of the Peninsula, and that would tend to nullify its importance as a mili- tary base. American forces in Korea have continued to encqunter tough going in these early stages of their U.N. assignment, as was a foregone con- clusion. However, the high com- mand in Washington yesterday described the situation of American ground forces as not "serious in any way." This was after reassurances had been received from General MacArthur's headquarters. President Truman himself also declared that he was confident everything would work out all right in Korea. Plans are being pushed to throw more strength, especially alr power, into the fighting. FRUGAL SPANIEL Markham, July 7--(CP)--Skippy, a pet spaniel owned by Service Station Operator H. S. Powers, is putting his money away for a rainy day, When he's not hungry, that is. Friendly customers often give Skippy peraies. If he's hungry Skippy trots--penny in mouth--to a nearby pop stand and exchanges his booty for a biscuit. No money, no biscuit. If he's not hungry, Skippy de- posits that money in his bank--a special sandpile behind the garage. WANT ONTARIO CATTLE Toronto, July T7--(CP)--George B. Curran of San Antonio, Texas, on a cattle-buying tour of Ontario, said Thursday Texas cattlemen are ,| definitely interested in buying Jer- sey, Holstein, Guernsey and Ayr- shire cows from Ontario, Agricultural spokesman indicated Texas buyers may have trouble get- ting what they want, since Ontario "fecattlemen are worricd about recent depletions of stock. Jeff erson AMERICAN PLAN e PLANTATION ROOM eo Cocktail Lounge & Grille NEW AUDITORIUM COFFEE SHOP + SODA BAR MONTICELLO AMERICAN AND EUROPEAN PLANS Coach-and-Four Cocktail Lounge BOSCOBEL EUROPEAN PLAN ATLANTIC CITY'S POPULAR PRICE FAMILY HOTEL Beath Durham Potato Growers Plan Attend Rally A good percentage of Durham potato growers are planning to attend the Annual Potato Field Day at Chafee, N.Y. The Field Day, held Thursday, August 3, will fea- ture the latest potato machinery in operation. Junior Potato Club members and many other interested farmers have already made ar- rangements for the trip. Thousands of cars are expected to converge on Chafee and, accord- ing to information received, some farmers intend to utilize the local airfield. Figuring roughly, the round trip from Bethany to Chafee will be 475 miles and an individual round trip ticket will be $7.00. The charge to travellers is only a nominal amount and does not cover the exact cost of transportation. The balance of the fare will be taken from the Potato Growers' account. It is expected that two buses will be chartered to accommodate those who wish to attend the Field Day and arrangements have been made for an early start. If you do not have a 'ticket and wish to purchase one for yourself, your wife or children, contact either Agricultural Representative E. A. Summers on any one of the follow- ing: Milton Dunbar, Alfred John- son, Donald Lowes, Henry Blakely, Leonard Porter, Melville Strong, Ernest Cavano, Harvey McGill, Thomas Ward, Clifford Hudson, Allan Beer or Melville Woods. There will be special attractions at the Field Day in Chafee that will be "strictly for the ladies." Your wife is invited, too. LIFTS TRUCK OFF MAN Ottawa, July 6 -- (CP) -- Peter Cook's strength saved the life of Henri Lapointe, 50-year-old resi- dent of nearby Hull, Que. Thurs- day night. Pinned under his 2,200- pound truck after a collision with Cook's car, Lapointe was being squeezed to death when the muscu- lar Cook, from Cornwall, lifted the truck and freed him. Mac's Musings It is very easy to be Wise after angevent, But what has taken place In Europe and in Asia, Leads us to believe That Winston Churchill Was right in his ideas During the war years, When he wanted to send Allied armies into The Balkan Countries For a major offensive, Before embarking on an Attack through Normandy. He could see far enough Ahead to realise that If Russia controlled the Balkan nations there would Be trouble for Europe In the years to come, And how right he has proved. In a recent book, Admiral Leahy One of Roosevelt's advisers Tells how Churchill wanted To stage an offensive In the Mediterranean But he was balked because Stalin and Roosevelt Thought otherwise, Stalin because he wanted Domination over Eastern And Central Europe, And Roosevelt because he Was too naive to worry about Fear of Russian domination. Events of post-war years Have shown how far-sighted Was Mr. Churchill in his Desire to impose barriers Against Russian aggression, Which Roosevelt did not fear, But which Stalin had in mind When he opposed the plans Of the British leader. « It is easy to be wise After an event happens, But today we can see How foolish it was to Let Stalin have his own way And grab the Balkans As his satellites; And we are also seeing It was just as foolish To place half of Korea Under Russian domination. ® 45 Years Ago Dr. T. E. Kaiser resigned as a member of the Board of Health in a letter to the town council severely criticizing its handling of health board matters. Residents of College Hill present- ed a petition to the town council asking for a road to be built to that section of Oshawa. Record tax collections indicated a remarkable degree of prosperity in the town. Harry Salter completed building of another fine residence on King Street East, and offered it for sale. W. E. N. Sinclair was installed as Worshipful Master of Lebanon Lodge, AF. ahd AM. Samuel J. Babe was installed as Junior War- den, BOB-TAILED MINK Guelph, July 7--(CP)--Bob-tailed mink may become the fashion on fur farms as a result of research at the - Ontario Veterinary College here. Breeders reported that many animals had become nervous and were biting their tails. Dr. R. Ken- nedy found the tails of all the ail- ing mink had been accidentally broke, causing a small deformity which irritated the animals. He amputated the tails above the break and the mink calfed down and started to eat again. SEEK HELP HERE Toronto, July 7 (CP)--A 13-year- old New Zealand girl suffering from | a rare heart complaint, has arrived here from Auckland, N. Z., to put her case in the hands of Toronto's "Blue Baby" specialist. K. M. Board- man brought his daughter, Gillian, to Dr. Gordon Murray here after physicians in New Zealand found they could not treat her complaint. Rr IN EVERYTNING sur PRICE a SX =a SSS = : 0 i . On HAHAH Sw Zi 7) pi PORTRAITS 4 : ' turning on our tears . . By James J. Metcalfe Why Fear or Fret?! WY teen we allow ourselves to fret iv: We ate inviting tragedy . .. And « There is no need to worry and + « + And we indulge our fears No cause to be afraid . . . If we just keep our confidence «++ And try to make the grade . . . Semetimes the road looks mighty rough . .. And things get in our hair . .. And now and then our burdens scem . . . Much more than we can bear . . But if we go on fighting and . . . Our flag is flying + high... The chances are our fears will fade . . . And all our troubles die . . . Ad if we go on living and . . . Contributin our best .'. . At least our conscience will be clear . . . A God will do the rest. Copr., 1950, Sun and Times Co. All Rights Reserved More Needed Than A Pension (Editorial in the Financial Post, a Toronto.) In the next few years scores of thousands of Canadians are going to be pensioned off at 65 with little or no preparation for the new life they will face. Recently there has been great emphasis on financial security for this older group, Many of the larger industrial firms in the country have adopted pension schemes and it seems only a matter of time until Ottawa comes out with a national undertaking .covering everybody. . Under the circumstances the warning sounded at the convention of the Canadian Medical Associa- tion in Halifax the other day is par- ticularly timely. It came from Dr. R. B. Robson, medical director of General Motors of Canada. From personal experience Dr. Robson cited cases where workers approaching retiring age were com- pletely unprepared for the radical adjustment necessary. They had no definite plans, no hobbies or other interests, It is time, he warned, that we gave more consideration to this problem, paid more attention to "biologic, mental and social process- es of this ageing group." This is a big problem, warned Dr. Robson, and it is growing bigger. At the "beginning of the century only 4 per cent of the Canadian popula- tion came in the 65-year or over group. Today that proportion is 10 per cent and it is steadily increas- ing, That group could make a sub- stantial contribution to Canadian life. All in it would be better off with definite interests. Without these they are likely to rust out quickly becoming merely a burden to their relatives or the state. Some are still able and willing to do a good day's work but under any universal and rigid pensioning schemes they have little opportun- ity. Some of them need hobbies and recreation. Many would be better off moving out to small places in the country where they can grow a little of their food or develop pro fitable sidelines. At the very least, they should have some interest or task to keep them busy for a few hours each day, But if we are to keep these people happy and healthy and useful after they leave the factory or office, then® they and the public generally must un- derstand that there is much more to the problem of retirement than merely providing a monthly cheque, SAILING TO ARCTIC Montreal, July 7--(CP)--The 139- ton, wooden, hulled Regina Polaris is scheduled to sail today for the Arctic. The trip, which will take four months, covers more than 14,- 000 miles. The ship, owned by the Oblate Fathers, is loaded with sup- plies for northern communities and will carry eight passengers, CIVIL MARRIAGES DELAYED Toronto, July 7--(CP)--Adminise trative difficulties will probably dee lay Ontario's first civil marriages until the fall. Thousands of special licenses, banns forms, and applica- tion forms had to be printed. And 15,000 copies of the Act had to be printed for clergyman, judges and magistrates. BUTTER STOCKS CLIMBING Ottawa, July 7--(CP)--Stocks of creamery butter in Canada are stil climbing. The Bureau of Statistid reported Thursday that stocks in nine Canadian cities at July 1 to- talled 32,504,000 pounds, compared with 20,878,000" at June 1 and 28,- 842,000 a year ago. fo fit your Budget Come DOWN EAST" Come to the Maritimes for an air-conditioned holiday at a round trip rail fare that's a real money-saver! Low summer fares are such a small part of your travel budget, you can go further, enjoy more holiday fun. 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