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OTTAWA REPORT Automation Calls For Study, Action By 'WHERE ARE You GoING? ' MY PRETTY MAID... e genera] chairman of the labor- management workshop, told his' audience that 'automation is the extension of m = into the contro! field." To put it another way, auto- mation is the mating of the electronic brain with mecha- She Oshawa Times 86 King St. E., Oshawa, Ontario T. L. Wilson, Publisher MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1963---PAGE 6 | [eGoima A-MILKING Sik, SHE SAID.... PATRICK NICHOLSON duce approximately half of all 'Acheson Speech Sounds Like Vote Interference ls the United States meddling in still another election? The question is inspired by Dean Acheson's speech this week in which he sug- gested that Britain does not really have an independent nuclear deterrent. ' United States interference in Latin American and Asian elections and revolts -- largely through the 'Central Intelligence Agency -- is now notorious. Canada got a taste of it early this year when a care- fully timed, statement by the U.S. state department helped set the «scene for the overthrow of the *Diefenbaker minority government. The new British prime minister, "Sir Alec Douglas-Home, has stated *that he proposes to fight the next election on the issue of nuclear in- 'dependence for Britain. Labor Leader Harold Wilson -- strongly favored to be the next prime min- ister of Britain -- has repeatediy said that Britain's nuclear role will be neither independent not a de- terrent even after it has possession of U.S. Polaris missiles. The Americans, of course, do not want other nations in possession of _ election a real independent nuclear capabi- lity. Like many others -- including, probably, a majority of Canadians-- they want to restrict membership in the nuclear club as much as pos- sible; only in that way can the numbers of fingers on nuclear trig- gers be kept to an absolute mini- mum. The Soviet Union agrees, in this case, with the U.S. theory. What the U.S. has proposed, as an alternative for the West, is a multi- lateral nuclear force for NATO, armed and directed by the U.S. Sir Alec thinks Britain must re- tain a nuclear capability to make independent decisions. Mr. Wilson doesn't think Britain has or could have a true independent nuclear de- terrent without sacrificing impor- tant social programs. He would probably be much readier to discuss with the Americans ways and means of reducing Britain's nuclear costs through co-operation. Coming at this time, then, just after Sir Alec's declaration of the issue, Acheson's speech might well be interpreted as another American attempt to influence an election. Elbridge Gerry Buried Prime Minister Pearson has given high priority to the appointment of one or more independent com- mittees to carry out the decennial redistribution of constituencies re- quired by the British North Amer- ica Act -- the revision of Commons seats that must follow the regular ten-year census, Appointment of the committees will mean that for the first time, redistribution will be taken out of the hands of the sitting members and will be handled by persons who have no personal in- volvement. Ontario plans to do the same thing -- which means the gerrymandering could come to an end both federally and provincially. Gerrymandering gained its name from Elbridge Gerry, one of the signers of the American Declara- tion of Independence, though it is 'conceded that he did not originate the practice for which he gained notoriety. As governor of Mas- sachusetts, in 1812 Gerry enacted a law which divided his state into new senatorial districts in such a manner as to consolidate the op- position's votes into a few districts and thus give his own party an undue advantage in the majority of the constituencies. On the map, the outline of one of the new dis- tricts resembled a salamander, a type of amphibious reptile, from which suggestion the public soon coined the word gerrymander. It might be added that Gerry, an ar- dent, advocate of the war between Britain and her North American colonies, was elected vice-president of the U.S. in 1812 and died in office two years later. In Canada's coming redistribu- tion, even though all parties -have 'agreed to abide by the recommenda- tions of independent advisers and even though there will be no seek- ing of poll-by-poll advantage, there will still be areas of dispute. The major problem will be a better balance of urban and rural repre- She Oshawa Times T. L. WILSON, Publisher C. GWYN KINSEY, Editor The Oshawa Times combining The Oshawa Times {established 1871) and the Whitby Gozette and Chronicle (established 1863) is published daily (Sundays and Statutory holidays excepted). Members ot Canadian: Daily Newspaper Publish- ers Association. The Canadian Press, Audit Bureou of Circulation and the Ontario Provincial Dailies Association. The C Press is ly entitled to the use of republication of ali news despatched in the paper credited to it or to The Associated Press or Reuters, and also the local news published therein. All rights of special des- patches ore also reserved. Offices: 'Thomson Building, 425 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario; 640 Cathcart Street, Montreal, P.Q. SUBSCRIPTION RATES Delivered by carriers in Oshawa, Whitby Ajax, Pickering. Bowmanville, Brooklin, Port Perry, Prince Albert, Maple Grove, Hompton, Frenchman's Bay, Liverpool, Taunton, tyrone, Dunbarton, Enniskillen Orono, Leskard, Brougham, Burketon, Cloremont, Columbus, Greenwood, Kinsale, Raglon, Blackstock, Manchester, Pontypool and Newcastle not over 45¢ per week. By mail (in Province of Ontario) 'outside carriers delivery oreos 12.00 per year. Other Provinces and Commonwealth Countries 15.00, U.S.A. and foreign 24.00, sentation. Rural residents, only 30 per cent of the total population, now elect more than 50 per cent of the 265 members of the House of Commons. There is no possibility, of course, of apportioning the seats on the exact mathematical average of 69,- 000 population (at the time of the 1961 census) per riding. There will have to be an allowed amount of variation from this average. Because their strength, at least at the moment, is in the farm vote, the Conservative and Social Credit parties will fight for the largest possible variation; the Liberal and New Democratic parties, strongest in the urban areas, will battle for the least possible variation and a consequent increase in the number of urban and suburban seats. Old Elbridge Gerry is long since dead, but he doesn't quite lie down. Other Editors' Views PREDICTION REVIVED (St. Catharines Standart) Once again the prediction is be- ing made that men's clothing will be brighter come spring. Accord- ing to these forecasts, men's suits will be available in wheat tones, mustard, putty and clay. But men have shown that in the great majority they are not ad- dicted to brighter colour in their suits, preferring the charcoal greys, navy blues, black and dark brown, Thus far, in spite of all previous forecasts, the men have shunned more colour in their wearing appeal. One reason why men stick to the old tried and true colours may be that brighter hues in clothing could clash_ violently with milady's fashions. For the single man, that could be disastrous; for the married man, an added expense for a new outfit for the wife. The colorful hues worn by women, it indicated, will keep the average man from changing to brighter springtime shades of clothing. And men, in general, prefer it that way... ) Bible Thought To the Lord our God belong mer- cies: and forgiveness, though we have rebelled against him. -- Daniel 9:9, God is the ever loving Father ever ready to welcome home the penitent son and daughter. Come! These are the things that ye shall do; Speak every man the truth to his neighbour; execute the judgment of truth and peace in your. gates. -- Zechariah 8:16. God's "Good Neighbor Policy" for all times and all peoples. 'Largely, unfortunately untried! e 4 YOUR HEALTH Mother And Child Need Early Care By JOSEPH G. MOLNER, MD There may be some benefits in disguise from the tragedy of thalidomide and the great inter- est in birth defects. Many women (although fewer now) believe that there isn't any need, in pregnancy, to go to the doctor until the baby is about to be born, or. unless some trouble develops. This is not good, at times this practice can harm both mother and child. The reason may be that it will save money not to consult a doctor until along toward the end of the nine months. This reasoning is erroneous, to», be- cause many, perhaps most, physicians tend to make a flat charge for delivering a baby, and the fee then includes visits before and after the birth The important point, however, is that early care means greater safety. In fact, it is best for a woman to go to her doctor at the first suspicion that she is pregnant, Tests for pregnancy now are easier, surer and sim- pler than ever before, and they give positive answers much sooner--within a matter of days of the beginning of pregnancy. For the mother, early care means attention to diet, to added calcium, to control of weight; and in the case of a first baby, measurements to make sure that normal delivery will be possibte. It means watching for dis- ease conditions of which the mother may be entirely un- aware, but which may endan- ger either her or the baby. It includes precauticns READERS' VIEWS HAMPTON DISPUTE Dear Sir: Regarding the article of Wed- mesday night re trouble in Hampton Public School, I think it only fair that the public re- alize that the majority of our children are as well behaved and jisciplined as any children, and they do not fight and run amok at school. It was stated that the classrooms were bed- lam, there is no contro: or dis- cipline. This is utter nonsense and anyone that has had the op- portunity of* visiting this school can tell at a glance the pride our teachers take with the pupils, and on Parents' Night I have yet to see a school put on a more pleasing display of crafts. First these parents 'complain about "lack of discipline', then they complain about "'boys be- ing strapped'. Well, that about sums up the whole ridiculous mess! In other words you strap the other guy's child whether he deserves it or not, but don't dare lay a hand on mine re- gardless of his conduct. It's my opinion that the par- ents of Hampton are proud of their teachers and give them the backing they deserve, and re- sent the fact that our teachers are being put on public display by such an unfounded attack, As Mr. Lycett stated, a feud among the parents was the basis for the charges. He spoke the truth. The blame was placed on teachers when the real trouble was being caused on the way to and from school by a smal] gang of Grade 8 boys. Instead of getting together to discuss our problem it was eas- ier to resort to this malicious propaganda against the most vulnerable target, the teachers. Big boys are beating smaller children half their size; even little girls are not safe from these bullies. These boys have been seen waiting on the corner for the children to come from school and I have personaily seen the boys kick and beat a child. When I interfered the pro- fanity that came from them would make even the hard- est of us blush. Ihave tried to talk to four of the boys' par- ents and got just as much abuse from them as from their sons. I would like to state that two other boys'. parents sympathized with the trouble I was having and I had no further trouble, Ronald W. Bilsky, D.C. CHIROPRACTOR @ Workmen's Compensation Injuries @ Spinal Disc Conditions 100 King St. E. 728-5156 but the parents of the other boys wouldn't or couldn't con- trol the actions of their sons, I questioned these boys for a rea- son why they were beating the children. They told me they didn't need a reason. When I insisted they had to have a rea- son they told me, 'Okay, they're breathing, aren't they?" When the situation became steadily worse and the children refused to go to school for fear of a beating, the Provinciai™ Police were called in. Twice these parents were warned to make their sons leave the chil- dren alone. I don't think I have been un- fair in my demand for safe con- duct for these children to and from school. I am sorry. the school was brought in on it but I will continue to take whatever action is mecessary against these bullies, and if need be, court action. It seems a shame that in our so-called. advanced civilization we can't slow down long enough to appreciate the tremendous job our teachers are doing and I believe we as parents are shunting more and more of our responsibility on our teachers and then at the slightest provo- cation, blame the teachers for our children's shortcomings. Every parent has a duty to raise children according to a good code of morals and not let them run roughshod over those smaller and weaker than them- selves, Also it's every child's birthright, regardless of race or creed, to have the right to walk down the street unmolested. You parents who sit back and think this is no concern of yours, don't feel smug -- today it's my sons, tomorrow it could be yours. So, parents of Hampton, let's show our appreciation for the dedication of our teachers and not let an irresponsible few paint Hampton as a hotbed of unrest and a breeding ground for juvenile delinquency. MRS. Wm. McLEAN Hampton RAYUUN CARPET COMPANY 282 King W 728-9581 professional RUG CLEANING a@asaitotl patmawure, delivery. Prematurity not only multiplies the risk of death of a baby but is shown to be associated with about 10 times the frequency of mental retardation. The list of possible bene'its could go on and on. Since thalidomide, we now have still a further purpose in early pre-natal care, such as maximum caution in the use of any medication (or x - rays) which might have a tendency to cause defects in the baby. We do not, of course, know for certain which drugs can be regarded as absolutely "safe" although we know some wh.ch are dangerous. We can, at least, avoid the known dangerous or suspicious ones, and: make sure that no drugs are used without good reason, Going to the doctor in earliest pregnancy is the first step. I recently read that from 25 to 35 per cent of women in big city hospitals for deliveries had had little or no pre-natal care. So we really have some pro- gress to make. BY-GONE DAYS 15 YEARS AGO Nov. 25, 1948 Harry J. McGuire was in- stalled Grand Knight of St. Gregory's Council, Knights of Columbus, for his second suc- cessive term. The winners of the First and Second Carter Scholarships for Ontario County were Viola J. Parrott and Samuel Rubenzahl, respectively, former OCVI 'stu- dents. In conjunction with Educa- tion Week being held in Osh- awa, Mrs. J. H. Valleau, presi- dent of the Home and School Council, delivered an address over the local radio station. Rev. George Telford, minister of St. Andrew's United Church, was re-elected chairman of the Gshawa Advisory Board of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. Oshawa Branch 43, Canadian Legion, who sponsored various sports events throughout the city, held a banquet and pre- sentation of prizes. President John Burch served as chair- man. Head table guests includ- ed Mayor Frank McCallum, Roy Baton, John Brady, Alf Wilson and Ernie Marks. The Board of Education ap- pointed E. A. Lovell as chair- man of the Building Committee for the new Collegiate. At the meeting of the Oshawa General Hospital Board the president J. A. Morphy present- ed some figures indicating its growth over the previous eight years, The report showed there were 2,623 admissions in 1939 and 8,107 in 1947. eR Ri RA AC ROTA RIT" The Perfect Gift for CHRISTMAS tS "/ That Lasts Forever! MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT NOW | ities Photography 723-3680 aceon OTTAWA --Is automation a curse or a blessing? George Meany, president of the 'AFL-CIO, recently de- scribed to the convention of that labor organization in New York how he had answered this question in his own mind, "There is no element of bless- ing in it," he said. "It is rapidly becoming a real curse to this society." In that same week, our fed- eral government faced a want- of-confidence motion in our House of Commons on the valid grounds that it had "failed to propose any plans for the fun- damental economic and social changes required to deal with the chronic and growing prob- lem of unemployment caused Canada's manufactured output, was staging a high-level labor- management workshop as a first step towrds taming this great technological develop- ment and harnessing it for our good. ONTARIO GIVES LEAD It is pointless to curse scien- tific progress which can be turned neither back nor aside, as Mr. Meany did. It is un- forgivably negligent for a gov- ernment to bury its head in the sand while this new monster de- stroys now outdated jobs and reshapes our national way of life. So the Ontario government is acting as a responsible gov- ernment should, in focussing our attention on this inevitable hange, and studying means to by aut tion and technol ca! change." ' But while organized labor was cursing automation, and our federal government was ig- noring it, the government of Ontario, conscious of its respon- sibility to its workers who pro- QUEEN'S PARK turn it--as it can be turnied--to the advantage of us all. Our first task must be to de- fine the problem What is automation? How might it harm us? How could it benefit us? What must we Citizens Getting Value For Money sy DON O'HEARN TORONTO--The civil service --Ontario--is not the best place in the world to get rich quick. The other day it was an- nounced that one of the senior officials of the Toronto board of education was taking a new job. He had been getting $21,500 a year. In the new job he was going to get $23,500. Again, we had to get a man to set up a new youth branch in the department of education. A man was found in Scarbor- ough, working for the board of this Toronto suburb. He could only be hired as a "casual", however. The government couldn't take him on as a permanent em- ployee. He was making too much money, $19,000 a year. And that type of money isn't being paid here. ONE GETS TOP The top salary in the civil service in the last public ac- counts was $21,500 a year. And only one man--a Treasury offi- cial--was getting that. In practically all areas our top officials get less than their opposites in Metro Toronto-- and in many cases in smaller centres. Why is «this? Some people will say it is be cause the government here is stingy. But one wonders; $21,500 is not stingy. Are perhaps a lot of people in municipal fields being over- paid? You can see one incidental but probably important reason why they would be. In municipal administration officials have an unique oppor- tunity to become czars. BOSSES CHANGE Their only bosses are mayors = sometimes boards of con- trol. And these bosses are ever- changing, In past days many of them were in office for only a year. Now in most municipalities they have two-year terms. But the average tenure is not long. And so it is wide open for the head of a department to be- come a despot. And as a despot he has the chance to club himself into more money than he is really worth. The opportunity for this here is slight. For one reason most minis- ters stay in office for quite a while. And then there are a large number of bosses. Twenty or more cabinet ministers and a treasury board. All of these really would have to be hood-winked before sal- aries could get out of line. Our salary schedule. here, therefore, is probably one of the best values you are getting as citizens of the province. PARAGRAPHICAL WISDOM It's easy to tell when a woman is approaching 40. Her centre of gravity begins shifting southward. What many a popular woman entertainer has that most women don't have is the ability and nerve to suppress her in- hibitions. nized muscle. j This scientific development could and. will eliminate much of the employment on the pro- duction lines of our factories, as we now know it, Some labor leaders will fight to preserve those greasy- handed jobs at 'often heavy manual labor, "Every big cor- poration is in a mad race to produce more and more with less and less labor," com- plained Mr, Meany, But automation can_ benefit even those workers whose jobs it destroys, by directly and in- directly creating better - paid and more attractive jobs. To ensure this benefit, instead of erely seeing the unemploy- ment lines swell, we must pre 'pare ourselves to live with the new circumstances. 'NEED URGENT' "The need to foresee the problems, the need to analyse the possible impact, and the need to begin taking all pos- sible steps to adjust and grow w:th this revolutionary new technique is therefore ex- tremely urgent," Mr. Rowntree told the workshop. First, with machines perform- ing the tasks previously en- trusted to unskilled labor, we must eliminate untrained labor- ers from our work force. We must ensure that our children are given appropriate technical training before they seek work; in the transition period we must offer such training to our pres- . ent workers. Highly paid jobs will be avail- able in making these mew ma- chines and, in substantially larger numbers, in maintaining them. There will also be a de- mand throughout Canada for skilled craftsmen. The better-paid maintenance workers will not be satisfied with today's cheap mass-pro. duced clothes and furnishings; they will be able to afford, and will demand, the more costly hand-crafted varieties. 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