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TUESDAY, MAY 18, 1948 /THE DAILY TIMES-GAZETTE" PAGE NINE Hope For Tax Relief Strengthens As Budget Hour Nears | Book-Mobile To Visit Oshawa Residents of Oshawa and dis. trict will have an opportunity next | month to inspect a book-mobile or travelling library similar to those operating in various jpounties in the |] province. Miss Jean Fetterly, chief libra- First Aircraft Golden Wedding Hampton Couple Observed Today M. HORN Correspondent Hampton, May 14 -- Hearty con- + - gratulations to Mr. and Mrs, Theo rian at the Oshawa Public Library, dore Salter who will celebrate their | ol the Library Board last night 50th wedding anniversary, on Tues- | that arrangements had been made | day, May 18 and will be at home to ! for such travelling library to visit their friends from two to five o'clock | Oshawa the evening of Friday, to in the afternoon. | June 11. It will be on display in | We welcome to our village Mr. |the vicinity of the Library. | -- h and Mrs. Livingston Milller, former- Plans were also announced for Oshawa Cc North Oshawa ly of Solina, who have taken up re- | Children's Book Week which is to |} / an amp samac Sidence in the south end of the| be held from May 31 to June 5. As Well As village. A highlight of the week will be 4 2 Oshawa -- Port Perry (Daily) Announce An Additional Bus Service Effective May 17th 5 Finance Minister With Track-Treading Gear Will Give Report On Surplus, Taxes Ottawa, May 18-- (CP)--Tonight the taxpayer gets his annual jolt--pleasant or otherwise; as the case may be--from the finance department. . For on Parliament Hill it's budget night, when Finance Minister Abbott discloses the extent of the government's tax dip into the citizens' pockets for the current year. --& A state secret now, the contents Parade By Cadets of the budget will be gvien to the Miss Beatrice Colwill has return- | children's party Saturday morning | ed to her home here after spending | when the boys and girls will dress the winter with her sister and Gus- | as. book characters and prizes will | band, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Willis, in | pe awarded for the best costumes. | For Further Information Toronto. nation by Mr, Abbott in the Com- Very Impressive Greenbank, May 17--A challeng- ing parade of youth, prior to the morning service here Sunday last in the church, was a sight and ex- perience. that will live long in mind and heart. About five hundred people witnessed and shared in the Sabbath morning devotions. The occasion was the presence of the Port Perry High School Cadet Corps, about 100 strong, three pla- toons, three of girls, one of boys, with their principal, Mr. Crane, and Mr. McDonald as the Corps: in- structor in charge as they gathered for divine worship. The Corps formed lines in Blair Avenue. With the band leading, they paraded to the space in front of the church designated with flags in splendid order, good precision, charming balance and equilibrium, in grace- ful attire, Mr. McDonald was at the mike and instructed the crowd as to the corps various movements. After the exchanges of command they were formed into three lines for inspection. T, Harris, corps in- Spector, led the reviewing group through the lines, which consisted of -W. Durkin, Mrs. T. Jackson, Fleetwood Beare, Mr, Crane and Rev. Thomas Wallace. The inspec- tion finished, the corps moved into the church for service. The choir consisted of about 30 cadets under the leadership of Mrs. John Dobson with Mrs. T. Jackson at the piano. The two selections given by them in song were well sung. During the offering Mr. Grerow played Ave Maria on the saxophone, accompanied by Mrs. T. Jackson. The pastor welcomed the group in the name of the chur¢h. His theme was the "World's Discovery of Youth." He believed that the Christian (Fospel was the only thing to save this discovery for uaiversal brotherhood, goodwill and peace. The Chautauqua salute of appre- ciasfon was liberally 'given to 'the Corps nad choir and after the benediction, they moved out to form . lines again in front of the church and to receive the com- mendations of the reviewing group, Mr, Harris, Mr. Durkin, Mrs. T. Jackson and Mrs. F. Beare. Mr. Crane spoke very. highly of their work ~ and general behaviour and when Mr. McDonald asked the crowd to express their pleasure, long loud applause followed. The Corps was dismissed and the whole occasion remains a pleasing and profitable memory. We are indeed proud of owr youth today. What they need is the support of wise, intelligent, 'adult counsel, co-opera- tion and example. Pilot Class Social A dozen or more of the members of the Pilot Class met at the home of its president, Lloyd Lee, for con- tinued good fellowship on Sunday evening. last, with Mr. and Mrs. Glen Wannamaker as guests. Alex Real graciously directed the procedure that consisted of singing, Scripture, meditation and prayer, plus several profitable readings ofl- fered by members of the class. The spirit. of good cheer and hopeful outlook predominated throughout. Glen Wannamaker was the speaker of the evening. His theme was "Re- sponsibility." First, responsibility to ourselves--in the whole range of life; second, responsibility to our neighbours--in a universal sense; third, responsibility to our Maker-- a complete and full recognition of our Creator, stewards of His gifts. His talk was full of simple, sugges- tive stories, illustrating the thought throughout. It was a grand good treat and speaks well for the future of the community, when a young busy farmer will gladly bear wit- ness to the eternal principles and intelligently urge their practice for the common good. Glen will always find a welcome with this group. Thanks, Glen. Keep up the goad work. The president conducted the dis- cussion of ways and means to pro- mote the general interest of the class in good fellowship. Records were read and definite committees appointed to prepare for the next meeting. It is dated for June 20-- Father's Day--at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Morley Raines, Park Project Progressing The canvassers for the Commun- ity Park report that contributions received are within $50 of their financial objective. The general in- terest in this project is very en- couraging and in profound thank- fulness they humbly solicit con- tinued subscriptions, counsel and co-operation. The weather has slowed down work on the field, but the levelling 'and seeding committees are stand- ing by, waiting to go into action, when the ground is ready. The directors gratefully acknowl further Baking Co., $5; L, 35; Harry Hill, $5; . ' Holdershaw, $2; Robt. Baird, $5; Cecil Real, $5; Ken, Rodd, $5; Roy Wilson, $1; Stan Foster, $10; T.'K. Creighton, $25; Stan Alldred, $3; Fred 'Real, $10; Frank Gibson, $5; mons. starting about 8 p.m. EDT. In a speech expected to run close to two hours, Mr. Abbott will tell first of the government's revenues and expenditures for the fiscal year ended March 3l--announcing a surplus expected to be of record size--and then outline the taxation proposals for this year. It is"the latter subject that in- terests the taxpaying section of the country, but Mr. Abbott's inten- tions along that line were still a closely-guarded secret today among himself and a few government of-. ficials, The guessing is all to the effect that there will be tax reduetions. But there is no valid information as to where the cuts will come. The size of the surplus leads to the belief that the taxpayer's bur- den 'is to be eased. Last year, Mr. Abbott presented parliament with a $352,000,000 surplus, an all-tima 'high. Tonight he was expected to announce a figure of twice that or possibly better. In the light of this buoyant fi- nancial position, observers here Sound it diislent to see how the minister could fail to put some into effect, b Si However, it was not likely the tax intake for the coming year would be slashed anything like the amount of the surplus. A big reason is that the government still is com- mitted to "cyclical budgeting" -- taxing.heavily when economic con- ditions are good so that ti will be in a better position to ease taxation and finance public works in hard times. Another factor working against sharp tax slashes lies in the pos- sible effect on inflation of the add- ed buying power that would be transferred to the public's hands. In last year's budget, Mr. Abbott slashed heavily at the personal in- come levy. This year, according to unofficial guesses he may yield some _ co! s in the indirect taxation field, This might mean a cut in the eight-per-cent salé§ tax, a reduc- tion in the tax on cigarettes and Just possibly cuts in some of the postage rates. There is some unofficial belief he will give a 'measure of relief in the personal income tax field by lifting the basic exemptions. But the general expectation is that any spectacular form of easement in this field might be reserved more advantageously for an election-year budget. And that, perhaps, would be next year. Need Farm Help Due To Long Rains Toronto, May 18--(CP) -- Two weeks of grey skies and intermit- tent rain have left Ontario farm service force officials in "desperate" need of student workers in view of the backlog of farm work piled up during the spell of inclement wea- ther. ° A detachment of 18 girls from Timmins, Sudbury, North Bay, and Quebec points left Toronto today, the first such detachment of the year. But this "handful" did little to alleviate the need, officials said. Service director A. MacLaren zaid Monday the force would require "about 75 girls by May 21, and from 250 to 300 more by the end of the month." An air material command C-62, the first aircraft of any type to be equipped and flown with tricycle track- tread landing gear, settles on the runway following an early test flight at Hagerstown, Md. The track-type gear performs the same action as tank treads and permits landing on soft sand, mud or sod. Softball League Is Formed In East Whitby MRS. C. R. WHITE Correspondent Thornton's Corners, May 17--The following is a summary of the ac- tivities of the Thornton's Corners Community Recreation Association. The CR.A, is striving this spring to get softball organized in our community. There has been a new softball league formed consisting of six separate community organiza- tions, namely Harmony, West- mount, North Oshawa, Columbus, Raglan and Thornton's Corners. Each of these communities is enter- ing one or more teams in three different groupings consisting of in- termediate boys (no age limit); juvenile boys (18 years or under), and ladies (no age limit). Thorn- ton's Corners has entered one team in each of these groupings. We are asking that any. persons desiring to play softball in any of the above groups can do so provid ed they reside in East Whitby Township or are ratepayers or pu- pils of Thornton's Corners or Base Line public schools. If you wish to play, get in touch with a coach or Mr. Rusty Mollon or Everett Pipher. We are fortunate in having Roy Cranston to coach our juvenile boys. Mr. Don Hogel will ke in charge of the intermediate team and Ross Law coach of the ladies' team. We are asking that as many as possible be out to practices which will be held Monday and Thursdayr eve- nings. We especially need more ladies for their team, Let's see if we can't have a real live com- munity this summer. There will be other sports as the summer progresses, providing, of course, there is sufficient interest to make them successful. The schedules for the ball games will be in the paper in the near future, so clip it out and if you aren't an active player, you can help our teams by attending the games and cheering them on to do their best. The practices have been very good so far with good turnout, but with a change in weather it should be a lot better. The leagues governing body are expecting to have trophies for presentation at the close of the season. Work is being done on our own diamond and backstop, and we hope to have. it in fine shape for the season's ball. The first home game will be played May 31 against North Oshawa intermediates. The Home and School Association sponsored a card party held last Friday evening at Mrs, Geo. Rob- inson's. The evening 'was spent playing court whist. Prizes were won by, high lady, Mrs. C. David- son; high man, Mr, Newell; conso- lation prize went to Mr. Warren. The Boy Scout class took charge of the Sunday school session last Sunday afternoon. Ken Pipher was acting superintendent for the day, with Lloyd Scott and Ken Fisher assisting. Eric Buss read the lesson. Ken Fisher led in prayer and later made the announcements. Lloyd Scott gave a reading in the devo- tional. After the regular lesson Add Light and Life with CUSTOM-BUILT mirrors! | Mirrors have a way of bringing extra light and life into homes. Mirrors push back walls; add depth and charm to your rooms. Mirrors easily double the pleasure of your home. . Hobbs are specialists in custom-built mirror installations. Whether ou build or remodel obbs can advise you on the most attractive way of decorating your home with mirrors. See us for particulars! OSHAWA Geo, Gall, $10; Lilllan Ward, $5; Emedt Phair, $10. 1 ELM ST. PHONE 4475 By The Canadian Press . + Weather, the farmers' oldest enemy, has caused new worry this spring -- unseasonable rains have kept them off the land, delaying seeding in most sections of the Dominion. A Canadian Press survey shows western farmers may suffer heavy losses unless there is an immediate change in the dull, rainy weather of the last few weeks. But, despite the late start, Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick agricultural offi- cials are hopeful of a good year. A decrease of more than 500,000 acres in Canadian wheat acreage is indicated. On the basis of reports at last April 30, the acreage will be 23,700,000, compared with 24,300,000 in 1947. But if wet, cold weather continues on the prairies, the cut will be even greater. The gloomiest picture is in Bri- period the boys Sut on a short program. Darwin Robinson recited the Scout Promise. Eddie White and Grant Stonehouse gave the Scout laws. Bryce Blair favored with a guitar solo, playing "On- ward Christian Soldiers." Eleven Scouts then sang in chorus, "Scouts Marching Song." ; The superintendent, Ross Law, took a vote in regards to closing Sunday school for the summer. It was decided unanimously to close during July and August. The Boy Scouts are holding a paper collection on Saturday of this week. Everyone is urged to have their paper ready for ¢olléction. The money will be used to help finance the Scout camp. Seeding Has Been Delayed In Many Parts Of Canada | tish Columbia and Albrta, where officials express "grave concern." Seeding in some sections is three to four weeks overdue. N In some areas, western farmers have turned from wheat, which re- quires a long maturing season, to barley, oats, rye and flax. Manitoba, hardest hit by recent floods, will have a greater area than last year devoted to summer fallow. Saskat- chewan expects a sliglit labor short- age when seeding becomes general. In Nova Scotia, seeding already is two weeks behind schedule, with potatoes almost the only crop plant- ed to date. Potato acreage will be about 99 per cent of the 21,500 acres planted last year. A 10-per- cent increase is expected in Prince Edward Island for potatoes, the province's most important agricul- tural product. In New Brunswick seeding has been under way for about a week! and a yield "well up to normal" is expected. Things are bright in Quebec, too. The season is further advanced than usual because of an early thaw and recent warm rains. Increased acreage is indicated in oats, barley and potatoes but wheat and rye acreage likely will be down slightly. Despite low temperatures and cool winds which retarded growth, the outlook for Ontario field crops is bright. Seeding in central areas now is almost complete but little work has been done in northern sections. Boosted spring-grain seeding is looked: for in Ontario. Fruit and vegetable prospects are good, pro- viding the sun breaks through, BR TRINA. 11. SR Ee ---- You are Invited to These PUBLIC MEETINGS OTHER SPEAKERS AT THESE MEETINGS FRANK McCALLUM YOUR FEDERAL PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE CANDIDATE ° T. K. "Kelly" CREIGHTON, K.C. YOUR PROVINCIAL PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE CANDIDATE (Published by the Ontario' Riding Progressive Conservative Association) Mrs. John Balson and Miss Jean Balson visited Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Balson at Zion. Mr, and Mrs. Mark Blackburn were visitors with their son, Wilbur and his wife at Haydon. Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Bradley and family visited Mrs. Herb Bradley at During the week there will be dis- | plays of children's book. in the various book stores and special ar. | ticles will appear in the local press. The Board decided to increase its expenditures on flowers for the | See New Schedule or Phone 2825 Library grounds this summer. Haydon. Carl Bradley and daughter Lynn, Mr, and Mrs. Ross Page and fam- ily, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Luke, Ronnie and Ralph, Mr. and Mrs, Jim Simp- son and family visited at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Bradley, at Enniskillen. Mrs. Wes Hoskin, Mr. and Mrs. | Geo. Armour and Miss Bertha Ar- | mour visited their parents, Mr, and Mrs. R. H. Wood at Orono. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Yellowlees, and son Donald visited their daugh- ter, Mrs. Edgar Wright and Mr. Wright at Tyrone. | Mrs, Harry Wilcox and Miss | Madlyn Wilcox attended the trou- | sseau tea for Miss Arline Northcutt, | Bowmanville on Saturday. Mrs. Sam Dewell and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Challener attended the funeral of Dr. M. J. A. James in Bowmanville on Wednesday. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Georgina Niddery in the death of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Clarence Avery of Haydon. The funeral ser- vice was held at Haydon United church on Saturday afternoon. In- terment was in Hampton cemetery. The weather has been disagree- able most of the .week--cool and rainy and very little sunshine. Mrs. W. W. Horn visited Mrs. E. THE Speaker: Doncaster in Oshawa on Thursday. ANNUAL MEETING of the CHILDREN'S AID SOCIETY of the County of Ontario and the City of Oshawa will be held on Thursday, the twentieth day of May, 1948 at eight p.m. at COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE Gibbs Street, Oshawa MISS NORA-FRANCES HENDERSON, Executive-Secretary, The Association Children's Aid Societies. 2 Ex-Controller of the City of Hamilton. of COME AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS Awanican, Dollars to Canada 1. 1947 Canada's trade with the United States exceeded two and three quarter billion , dollars. It is the heaviest two-way trade in the world. Canada's need for American dollars to sustain this trade is vital. Who brings American dollars to Canada? ; People who make and export goods; and people who cater for tourists. And, of course, your bank helps . . . by financing business and industry to expand tr production for export. This is one of the many ways in which Canada's system of competitive banking serves the Canadian people. SPONSORED BY YOUR BANK