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THE DAILY: TIMES.-GAZETTE = Published by Times-Gazette Publishers Limited, 57 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa, Ont. Page 6 Mendoy, March 31, 1958 Record Of General Motors Is Important For Oshawa In an advertisement which appeared in newspapers across Canada the other day, E. H Walker, president and gen- eral manager of General Motors of Canada, Limited, gave convincing proof of the, contribution which his company is making to the prosperity and wel- fare of Oshawa, indeed of the whole of Canada. In the General Motors story, as he told it briefly, there is no place for pessimism, only a record whieh has justified the optimism which was voic- ed by its officials as it entered upon its Golden Jubilee year, ~The record is impressive . It #hows that between January 1 and March 10, 36,708 General Motors cars and trucks were sold to the Canadian public. This is 4406 more than were sold during the same period in the previous year. Bro- ken down to percentage figures, it re- presents ar increase in sales, and of _courfe in production, of 14.1 per cent. And this' has been achieved while at the same time the unsold stock of GM vehicles across the country has remain- ed at the same level as a year ago. What this has meant in terms of em- ployment for the workers of General Motors of Canada can readily be under- stood. In the plants at Oshawa, Windsor and St. Catharines, more than 18,000 people have had dnd still have steady employment in the production of this in=- creased numbér of motor vehicles, What is just as important is that the many suppliers of parts and accessor- iés in Canada, employing thousands more people, have béen kept busy. In the year 1958, General Motors of Can- ada will spend more than $400 million - for goods, services and wages. That is indeed a sizeable contribu tion to maintaining a stable economy in this country. Certainly, there is no in- dication of recession in the record of of General Motors. Rather has there been a healthy moving forward, be- cause of the demand for the products which provide a livelihbod for a sub- stantial percentage of the people of Oshawa. : In fact, Oshawa shares to a major extent in the distribution of money which results from the General Motors expansion of busirfess. That is one out= standing reason why this city is suffer= ing from unemployment to a lesser de= gree than most of the cities throughout Canada, Khrushchev Another Stalin? Nikita Khrushchev, supreme ruler of the Soviet Union as a result of the ac- tion of the Supreme Soviet in electing him premier of the Union and first secretary of thé Communist party, has become another Stalin, In doing so, he Las completely reversed the ideas with which he denourced Stalin after the latter's death; and declared that no one idual should ever have supreme power in the country. Thus some strange things are hap- pening in Soviet Russia. Nikolai Bul- ganin, who succeeded George Malen- kov as premier of Russia, has been quietly depesed from office, without any reap being given. It would ap- pear t the only reason was the de- sire of Khrushchev to be the supreme and unchallenged boss of his country. To make that possible, Bulganin was ruthlessly swept aside, and there is no indication of what future part he will have to play in Russia's affairs, It will be recalled that when Khrush- chev and Bulganin became the joint masters of the Soviet Union, one of their first acts was to institute a pol- icy of de-Stalinization. The former hero of the country was denounced as ind a ruthless and brutal ruler, who took the supreme authority to himself, and promptly removed by liquidation any who stood in his way. He was denoun- ced as the author of the blood purges by which he got rid of troublesome critics and opponents. According to Khrushchev, that was contrary to the Communist doctrines, There was to be no more of it. Governmént was no longer to be a one-man dictatorship. It has not taken Khrushchev very long, however, to succumb to the lure o' supreme power and authority, In accepting the undisputed leadership of his country, he has gone contrary to all of the theories he put forward when he was denouncing Stalin. One wonders what will happen néxt in Russia, One wonders what the effect will be of having Krushchev sitting alone in the seat of authority. He is known as an uncompromising, ruthless Communist leader. With no other hands to hold him back from precipitate action, the western world will look with some anxiety to the months ahead, until his policies in his new post become ap- parent. Conference Might Be Useful In one of his campaign addresses the other day, Hon. Michael Starr, minister of labor, threw out an interesting and, we think, a worth-while idea. True, it was made in the interest of his candidé- ture for parliament, and is predicéted upon his again being minister of labor after the votes are counted tonight. But we have sufficient confidence in Mr. Starr to believe that, if he retains his present position as a result eof today's election, he will carry out the pledge he gave. His idea was that he would eall a eon- ference of labor, management and gov- ernment representatives to make a de- tailed and thorough study of how to eli- minate seasonal unemployment in Can- ada, He said he believed that at such a conference, some solutions could be found to what is a problem which af- fects all the people of Canada, and not alone those who find themselves out of work during the winter season, We believe there is a great deal of merit in this proposal by the Hon, Mr, Starr. We do not believe. for a moment that seasonal unemployment in Canada Other Editor's Views SHORTAGE OF SCIENTISTS Cape Breton Post) If we are so short of scientists how does it happen that the government keeps on retiring scientists at the age of 65--~retiring them at that age by regula- tion? Does the brain of a scientist cease to operate at 857 Or is it that we don't mean the things we say--or say them without conviction? ; The Daily Times-Gazette T. L. WILSON, Publisher and General Manager. C. GWYN KINSEY, Editor, M. McINTYRE HOOD, Editor (Editorial Page). 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SUBSCRIPTION RATES Delivered by carriers in Oshawo, Whitby, Ajax, kering, Bowmanville, Brooklin, Port Perry, Prince t Maple Grove, Hampton, Frenchman's Bay, iv Taunton, Tyrone, Dunbarton, Enniskillen, Ore Leskard and Newcastle not over 40¢ per week, By mail (in province of Ontaris) outside carrier delivery ereos, 1200, Elsewhere 15.00 per veer, AVERAGE DAILY NET PAID CIRCULATION AS AT JAN, 31 15,975 can be completely cured. Weather con- ditions enter into it to a very large ex- tent. For instance, lake seamen are al- wéys bound to be unemployed at their normal jobs when navigation is closed. Certain phases of building construction cannot be carried on in some parts of Canada when the temperatures go down to between 30 and 40 dégrées below zero. These are natural facts which cannot be overcome. But thére is a possibility that by a round-table conference, with labor, ménagement and the government tak- ing part in a serious effort to dedl with the problem, much good can be accom- plished. But we emphasize that the éf- fort must be a serious one, and under- taken with a constructive viewpoint. We have Mr, Starr's assurance tha' if he is again minister of Jabor this conference will be called. But should the fortunes of political strife in to- day's election turn agaist him, the ides should not be cast aside. No matter who the next minister of labor may be, it would be worth while to carry out Mr. Starr's idea, Editorial Notes The editor has received two letters déaling with political and eléction campaign matters which, unfortundte- ly, did not rédch him in timeé to be pub- lished prior to .he date of the election, Since no purpose would be served by publishing them now, they are being withheld from publication. Under the federal election law, it is not permissible to publish political propaganda on éléc- tion day. With #6 much electioneering on the air, all of Canada's political parties aré in danger of getting away from the grass roots, March is bound to go out like a lion this year, with the political rodring and thundering reaching its ¢limax on the last day of the month. Bits Of Verse FOGGY MORNING Where land leaves off and sky begins Is anybody's guess, With up as wet as down and both The same gray shapelessness, Where walking starts Is anyone's surmisé, With nothing moving anywhére To prove it otherwise, Elizabeth-Ellen Long. stops and flying PACK WARD OTTAWA REPORT Gleanings From The Daily Mail By PATRICK NICHOLSON preciation, to each of those two h Special Correspondent to The Daily Times-Gazetie OTTAWA--My mail brings me many interesting letters from readers of this column. I enjoy reading these, I appreciate re- ceiving them, and I am fortunate to learn through them of the topics which are closest to the hearts of readers. While saying "Thank you" to everyone who has written me, I would like to refer especially to two letters received from mem- bers of the House of Commons fn our recent Parliament. Frank Christian was the Social Credit MP elected to represent the British Columbia riding of Okanagan Boundary. That was the first session when he had been a member, although he had long been interested in politics and a supporter of the Social Credit group. He has not offered himself as a candidate for re. election, because he discovered that his family of young children was far from happy while he was far away in Ottawa. B.C. mem- bers, unlike the "locals" from Ontario and Quebec ridings nearby, cannot go.home every week-end; the session entails an unbroken absence from home of many months for such PMs. He writes to me: "I thank you for the many personal kindnesses extended to me while I was a member of Parliament in Ot- tawa. It was a pleasure to have known you, and I cannot help but feel that I should write you and thank you for the support and kindnesses you showed me." Doug Fisher, the "'giant-killer" of the CCF who beat Liberal cabinet minister C. D. Howe at Port Arthur last June, also writés: 'Just an appreciative note for the thoughtful comments you have madé for your readers on chaps in my party like Alistair Stewart and Murdo Martin. It makes our political work easier whén someone, who is as widely read as you, acknowledges on oc- ¢asion the sincerity, hard work, and initiative of some of our small band in Parliament, Thank you for thé reporting." THANK-U-GRAM From Welland comes a novelty, which looks Hike a small tele- ri form, It is called s Thank- -Gram, printed on yellow pa- per, originate in Missouri; they are designed to develop the faculty of ion, says the printed explanation on the back. "The feeling of appreciation will lead you into the discovery of good of which you are not aware. Your perspective will change. .." The intent behind these yellow tickets for a pleasantet world is that one should consciously seek two points of good, meriting 4 "Thank You," each day, and send a Thank-U-Gram acknow- lédging gratitude or marking ap- If you write "I agree to use Thank-U-Grams according to the Kimball Plan, and send two every dav," and address your message to the Kimball Founda- tion, 24 Northcote Drive, St. 'Louis 17, Missouri, U.S.A., & 10- day supply will be sent to you free. You may include postage, but it is not necessary. A supply will be sent to you as often as you write to ask. The print on the back is a les- son in psychology which would remove any grouches and make any home a sweeter, happier place. So 1 am doubly grateful to the reader in Welland, who not only introduced me to Thank-U-grams but wrote one to me saying: "Good morning, Pat. I enjoy your daily column and I appre- ciate your true Canadian flavor, all of which is needed for a greater Canada." QUERIES FROM QUEBEC From Quebec comes a long thoughtful letter, discussing the many problems which beset us: inflation, unemployment, high taxation, domination of Canada by the U.S.A., pensions, nuclear weapons and the election. "I think you do a tremendous amount of good by your ar- ticles," writes this reader. "I like to think that your writing re- flects am inherent kindness and sympathy that is part of you. . . Thanks for bringing the throne speech to our attention again, and for setting out the eight points which John Diefenbaker promised in the last election, which were included as proposed Parliamentary acts in the throne speech, and all of which were in fact implemented by Mr. Diefen- baker. I notice that seven of the eight items covered benefits to deserving sections of the popula- tion, such as old age pensioners; surely this has never happened in the same ratio in any legis- lative program before?" And the long, interesting letter ends: "I hope you will in some manner enlighten us on some of our problems." That I will at- tempt to do, day by day--and thanks. : pa Pe a 1] MAC'S MUSINGS, We are always glad when The last day of the Month of March comes Around, and we can look Ahead to the balmier Days of April with their Promise of all of the Loveliness of spring To dispel the long and Dreary days of winter. As we look back over The last five months We realize that this Winter just ended has Not been too severe, At least in Oshawa, and That our fue! bills have Probably been the lowest For some years, because Of the mild spells and The lack of sustained Periods of cold weather. But tomorrow April will Be here, and we can Really také comfort in The outlook for the Weeks ahead, and all they Will bring in beauty, As ti tfodils, tulips, Sciljas and muscari, and Frittilaria and other Spring flowers follow the Crocuses which already ar~ In bloom in our garden. Soon we will be enjoying The fruifs of the effort Made last fall when the Bulbs were planted in High hope that they Would provide a feast Of beauty and.color in The months of spring, And now that time is here We are glad we took the Trouble to plant them, Because our reward will Be well worth the labor. Trades and Labor Council to suc- ceed W. E. Noble and M. J, Fen- wick was elected to the office of vice-president. At Curling Club meeting J. Lew Beaton wds named president for MAC'S MEDITATIONS Unemployment In Low Britain Very By M. McINTYRE HOOD is estimated that approxima 10 per cent of the country's work to Compared with what is the situ- QUICKLY PLACED ation in Canada, the position of infl; Great Britain seems almost like a paradise. According to a report issued by the United Kingdom In- formation Office in : = g2f sSege tion by pfovision of special fac ities and financial help. What done in that direction will be in- dicated further on. COMPARISON WITH CANADA In February, normally the peak month for unemployment in Brit- ain, there were about 470,000 peo- ple out of work in Britain, or about 1.9 per cent of all em- ployes. Just compare that with Canada's approximately 600,000 people out of work at the same time, out of 'a population of 16,- 500,000 as compared with Brit- ain's population of 45 million. This British unemployment rate, although it is the highest since 1952, was still very low compared with rates of three to six per cent recorded in many other industrial countries, or the rates of 10 to 15 per cent which prevailed in Britain and many countries during the thirties. EF Here are some facts on how Britain deals with certain areasslocally. It is also proposed to _ . in which there is more than nor- mal unemployment. Special measures were initiated by the government to deal with them. Industrial estates were establish- ed before the second world war and since 1945 the government has had, and has used, powers to help the development and di- versification of industries in these areas, known as development areas, whose employment prob. lems called for special treatment. The action taken, principally the building in development aréas of factories with all services, for renting, and exercise of control over industrial building else. 1 i i E38 i joe tories or extensions fo existin ones will increase stantially the fiumber of Jobe available build a giant graving dock, cap- able of handling super-tankers of 65,000 tons or over, at Greenock. The North Ireland government settle there. This takes the form of the contribution of 25 per cent of construction costs, or long leases at low rentals for govern- ment-built factories. All of which makes it appear as if the low unemployment level in Britain is not accidental. Rath- er it is the result of well-planned projects to deal with employment problems. Of this, whatever gov ernment is elected in Canada to- day might well take note. More Frank Opinions On The Dog Questions The Editor, The Times-Gazette, Sir, Your editorial regarding the "Dog Issue" merits a reply in defence of the dogs and their owners. You refer to those who call themselves ""dog-lovers". We are dog lovers, or we would not have a dog or pay a licence. Are the members of the group who wroté the letter or signed the petition a representation of the city proper or one particular area? This morning, on one of the side stréets there was one garbage can that had two brown paper bags piled on top of it, one on top of the other. This was leaning #gainst a "Yield right of way" sign. A puff of wind could have knocked it over, but no doubt a dog would be blamed if it fell over, There is a course in dog ftrain- ing being carried on at the CRA, and it is crowded. This proves that there are many dog own- ers who, young and old, are training their pets to behave. A READERS' VIEWS Resents Dogs Running Wild The Editor, The Times-Gazette, Sir, -- We moved to Oshawa on November 1, 1957. We had been here a month previous and bought a new home. Before we got settled we were surprised and shocked to find dogs running all over the place, and such huge 1943-44; vice-presidents W. B. White and H. Baldwin; sec.-treas. M. Reive. Mrs. C. Schofield who resigned after 16 years as chief librarian of Oshawa Public Library, was Houored at a party by staff mem- s. ls, too. If people want to keep a dog, that is their privilege, but they should keep it in their own yard. It is not fair for other people to have their lawns and gardens dug up, and shrubs kill- ed by their dogs' dirty habits. A short time ago I read im your paper that a man lost control of - his car and nearly wrecked it try- Major Eliot Warburton, prom- inént British soldier and Liaison Officer for Ministry of Informa- 15 YEARS AGO Civie greetings were éxtendéd by Mayor W. H. Gifford to Ki- wanian International President Fred McAlister's visit to the city. Kiwanis International had 113,000 members in Canada and U.S.A. Gepeial Motors _ contributed $25, to Oshawa Win the War and Community Fund. Finley Dafoe was electéd to the office of president of Oshawa amazing sock comiort Patented "2 -Sole" Socks 108-8 The soles knitted in two layers, the inner layer reversed so that your foot is in contact with the soft side of the fabric. No extra bulk or weight. You have to wear Penmans 2-Sole Socks te beliove the difference! - tion s of the Oshawa husimess and profession- al fraternity, The third\ Annual skating club carnival drew large audiences. It featured colorful and intricaté se- lections. Fifty-two cars loaded with 278 McLaughlin - Buick and Chevro- let cars were shipped from Osh- awa for foreign distribution. ing to avoid hitting a dog that a woman had on a leash. In view of the many letters to the press and opinions expressed by many citizens, it must be clear to those who administer the affairs of our city, that the dog problem should receive their immediate atten. tion. We should try to keep our city beautiful and CLEAN---- We are willing to help. Very sincerely, MR. and MRS. FRANK DALEY 305 Elmgrove Avenue. Oshawa, Ontario. March 27, 1958. HFC solves over ¥2 million money problems a year pe by 80 years of experience More people borrow from HFC than any other con- sumer finance company. Reason: HFC has an 80- year reputation for helpful advice on money manage- ment and prompt, friendly service on loans. You can borrow up to $1,000 from Modern money service backed HFC with repayment terms you choose. HOUSEHOLD FINANCE Covpointion of Canada 64 King Stre@t East . : : . :: i: .. Telephone RA 5-6526 Oshawa Shopping Centre . +» Telephone RA 5-1139 OSHAWA visit there would open the eyes of some of the people who think all dogs are untrained and de- structive. 1 have two children. My pro- perty is fenced in at tHe back and there is a privet hedge on the front lawn. The fence is partly torn down and the hedge last year was damaged by boys hurl ing themselves at it. A neighbor's hedge also received the same treatment. This does not give me any cause to write to city couns cil suggesting that they have a Dogs are. called mén's best friend. I personally believe that dogs are a greater protection to the children when free than they would be tied up in their back yard. Cats kill and destroy birds and gardens, yet they are not licenced and no one had complain- ed about them. Dogs in Oshawa have not as yet picked one of fs picked up. I am sure they woul along with that. ay dogs, those unlicenced, sre taken care of hy the éity dog-catcher. 1 hope other dog owners will also voice their opin- ion as there must be many of them in Oshawa. DOG-LOVER. Oshawa, Mar. 38, 1958, FIRE LOSS HEAVY MEDICINE HAT, Alta, (CP)-- A hangar occupied by a port company was destroyed fire Saturday at the Medicine Ha municipal airport. Officials the loss may exceed $800,000. 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