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Oth, 194g "ia ted ploty Spring of Withstoog for the in grain nd clover but any d in thig observe ments on d to try old pos. clover, suscept. t not to 1g clover ¥ ge 1) remark. L 15-year- seconds, in hang the 0.1 1 reserve y from a 1g stretch final heat to Mont- by Coach iner Pete expressed hly pleas. of thelr trip was umber of Farms o in 183 reach- at Dec. 1, 000 sheep drop of esponding lecline of 1. Among 177,200. ui ition ndings tion y Ltd. reet INLINE ke m- ds ir- i i [} i H £ H H i H £ £ VILLE | Me The Oakville-Trafal ol. 1, No. 80 Three For Ma Authorized as Second P.O. Dept., Class Mail Ottawa Plays Samaritan to Hitch-hiker Motorist Is Slugged over the head by a hitch-hiker as he stopped his car ear the outskirts of town, Gerrit pal, 68-year-old King Paving Co. night watchman, was pain- cally injured and robbed of his allel last Saturday night, Dazed and bleeding following. the tussle, ine elderly Oakville resident was able to furnish provincial police with but a meagre description of who has not been his assailant, apprehended. : Returiing from St. Catherines, ir, Ball offered the man a lift .t Windermere cut-off. When he stopped his car to let his passen- or alight, the man suddenly hit him across the face with a paper- wrapped piece of metal, tool his wallet containing $17 and an $80 cheque, and escaped. Blood pouring from a badly ashed mouth, Mr. Ball managed 1 . to the home of his Mrs. Gordon DeCour- .. who summoned Dr. P.M. Sparling, At Oakville Tem- sorary hospital, 14 stitches were cquited to close the cut inside fr. Ball's mouth; while he was lalso treated for shock and a hruised eye. Oaks' Sluggers Busy In Acton Contest Shrugging off a batting slump which had plagued their early feason efforts, Chris Speyer's fdoughty Oals--came through with two impressive performances last fveel-end as they tied Toronto arlscourt Seniors in extra in- hings and downed Acton by a Oakville hitters, possibly net- fica by critical comment concern- fhe their prowess, rattled 13 hits fo al parts of the field in the Bcton encounter, making it a mis- hable afternoon for hometown furling. The result was never in Boubt, and local fans who jour- fleyed to Acton returned confident that the Oaks have hit their erst- fhile winning stride. TICKETS GO WELL Advancce ticket sales are re- Ported to be encouraging as the White Oak Chapter completes , June 23rd, Proceeds of he event will be devoted to the chapter. Luncheon ill be served at 1 p.m. while tea flours are from 4 to 6. Slugged, Robbed Lions' Announce Plans For Summer Carnival Sydney Fearman, chairman, has announced that plans for the Lions club carnival are almost complete, For the first time gt will be held for three days, July 8,9, 10. "This year's plans include sey- eral surprise innovations and, of course, there will be the old favor- tes, too," said the chairman. "Bingo enthusiasts are going to enjoy our big game this year, We have new equipment and a new plan for conducting the game, We are confident of an even more successful year if we get good weather, Tam sure everyone will have an enjoyable time. ¢ i Oakville, Ontario, Thursday, June 17, 1948 H.S. Addition Plans Complete Before Aug. Working plans and specifica- tions for the addition and altera- tion project at Oakville-Trafalgar High school will be completed be. fore August 1st, when tenders will be called for, George Moles- worth, architect, reported to the High School Area hoard Tuesday night, The municipal hoard has approved the area hoard asking town council to provide sums of money, up to $20,000, to finance such plans and specifications. In recognition of the outstand- ing showing this spring of the O.H.S. track team, the hoard de- cided to make presentations to team members, Coach Pete Tay- lor and BE. F. Carberry, physical instructor. Presentations will be made June 23rd at a graduating class banquet being tendered by Oakville-Trafalgar High school Home and School association. To newer résidents of the town, Oakville has a citizen who can cure a toothache by concentra- tion. He can find things by read- ing your mind--if 'you have the right type of mind. He's made people fish with an imaginary fishline, and chase butterflies that weren't there. Once he made a man eat a huge onion, skin and all, and think he was feasting on watermelon. 7 To older residents who have known Charles S. Cooper for years, all this doesn't come under the heading of news, however. Now 74, Mr. Cooper has been in- terested in mesmerism and hyp- notism for 55 years, most of them some of whom used to stoff at his beliefs - concerning the curative value of hypnotism, now vouch for the 'authenticity of his claims. A former leather worker and carpenter, Mr. Cooper saw exhi- bitions of the art when still a boy. At 21, he took Prof. Ver- non's course in Rochester, N.Y. He gained a knowledge of the sci- ence quickly, he claims. At first, he devoted his time to exhibitons of 'the "stunt" variety, exercis- ing mental telepathy to select a single chosen object from a group or a selected letter from a news- paper. Later he progressed to hypnotizing his son, Walter. "At 13 years of age, I could easily put my son into a catalep- tic state" he maintains. "We made many appearances together. When people protested that he was my son, I've taken other sub- jects and proven my hypnotic ability. Why, once I had a man milking a cow which was abso- lutely non-existent, and when he was finished, he was convinced that his equally non-existent pail was full." Some 20 years ago, Mr. Cooper stated, he decided his science hould Have Worn Safety Belt, Inspector Tells Inquest Jury "We, the jury, find that Freder- Bethley, Toronto, was killed under construction at the Enamels (Canada), Ltd. From the evidence sub- erro ant, uch was the verdict of the ry at the inquest into the death | Frederick Bethley, 33, of Ger- Bd Street, Toronto; on Friday. A rider was added recommend- B that, in future, construction Inpanies apide by the rules and ulations laid down by this as- Or. W. J. Deadman, goven t pathologist for this distr cd that death was undoubted- due to the severe fracture of E skull and damage to the brain Btained in the fall. "There was evidence of any organic dis- " he stated. i . J. Watson, Toronto, brick- foreman, employed by the fincis & Co. Toronto it may come as a surprise that spent here. And his many friends, | HYPNOTISM STORY APPEARS NEXT WEEK [could be applied in relieving pain. Experiments, he claims, have shown him to be right, He of- fers a sheaf of clippings, collect- ed over the years, to prove his contentions. "Even such eminent authorities as Dr. Logan Clendenning attest the value of hypnotism as a cura- tive" he stated firmly. "The medical profession recognizes that value, and the practice = of hypnotism in combatting illness is perfectly legal. T've been before the board, and I know. But T've never accepted a cent for helping sufferers--and I've helped a good many." Chief factor in successful hyp- nosis is the co-operation of the subject, stated Mr. Cooper. "But the story of the development of the science would take columns to tell," he said. So Mr. Cooper has agreed to permit The Journal to tell his story, in instalment form. Al ready the author of one book, "Mesmerism and Hypnotism by the Shortest Method Known," he has been compiling a manuscript of his findings regarding the sci- ence for many years, dealing with his experience a drugless practitioner, his theories and types of treatment, Next week, The Journal will carry the first in- stalment of his manuscript. We need hardly point out that the opinions expressed are entirely those of Mr. Cooper, and need not. necessarily coincide with those held by this newspaper. NEW HIGH Topping all previous town records, Oakville residents contributed $3,408.3¢ to the annual appeal launched last month by the Canadian Na- tional Institute for the Blind. Well satisfied with the re- sults, Mrs. Harry Ryrie, campaign chairman, attrib- uted much of the success of the drive to the efforts of an active group of canvassers, and expressed appreciation of the generosity of the town as a whole. as Tourists Are Coming Requests for accommoda- tion have been pouring in from tougists with increasing regularity during recent weeks, Oakville Chamber of Commerce reports. Residents who are desirous of offering such accommodation are re- quested to contact Art Bul- lied, phone 688-J. CADI UPHOLDS SPEED DEVICE Charles MacDonald, Toronto, the first motorist this year to ap- pear in court as a result of the speed device, was given the'mini- mum fine of $5 and costs by Mag- istrate T. H. Moorhead in police court Thursday. Gordon Sullivan, Toronto, counsel for the accused, asked for dismissal on the grounds of the 'positive unfairness of the device." "It is a despicable thing and should not be allowed," he stated. "We are trying to encourage American tourists to come to Canada, and yet we allow these things to be operated. The Am- ericans will soon find out that traps are being operated and will steer away from Canada," he as- serted. "There were so many complaints about them in Mimico, the council had to do away with them," he added. Taking exception to the term "speed trap" Chief of Police John B. Derry Pointed out that his men are in full uniform and in full view of the motorist. "Never at any time is an officer obscured from sight," the chief declared. He explained that the mechanical device for clocking Speeders' is very fair. "We give the motorist the benefit of 15 feet, so that when he is clocked at 650 feet the actual distance covered is 675 feet. We have had numerous complaints from the western extremity of the town of motorists speeding within the town limits and we have been forced to use this device to stop it," he said. T think these devices are fair provided they are mot abused," Magistrate Moorhead stated. "Of- ficers have to see that motorists keep within the speed limit. It is very often difficult, due to traf- fic, for an officer to jump in his car and catch the speeder," the magistrate commented. Constable Edward Heath, who charged MacDonald for speeding at 45 mph on May 18th, told the court that the accused was clocked at nine and one-fifth sec- onds, which is actually 49 mph. He testified accused had passed three signs indicating the 30-mile speed limit before he went over the mechanical device. Accused stated that he had slowed down at the entrance to the town and his speedometer registered 28 mph. He declared he had made a practice of having his speedom- eter tested every three months. "When I Itold a garage man that I was clocked, he remarked, 'Don't tell me they have speed traps out again. They will surely kill business here," the accused re- prentice with app! months time put in. In reply to the question asked by the crown attorney as to whe- ther the cables were, rotating or non-rotating cable, Watson stated that they were rotating. The wit- ness stated 'that non-rotating cables were difficult to get and that it was impossible to secure them in time to finish this job. "In order that your comstruc- tion company finish its contract in time the company did not take necessary precautions for the safety of the life of this man Bethley," the crown attorney commented. The witness further explained that a very small percentage of men use safety belts in con- structing chimneys. "They find them more of a nuisance than a help," he added. : "There was no need for this accident. Had Betheley worn a life-belt he would have been alive today," J."'T. Longbottom, inspec- tor of the Contractors' Safety. association, asserted. Dr: W. M. Wilkinson conducted the inquest and Arthur Daubney By: Jim Harrison Miss MacDonald Returns to the Screen After Stage Tour "Three Daring Daughters," new M-G-M musical, comes to the new Century Theatre starting tonight, heralding the return to the screen of Jeanette MacDonald, following five years spent in the concert and operatic fields. Sharing stellar billing with Jose Iturbi and Jane Powell, Miss Mac- Donald plays the role of a beauti- ful, successful business woman with three growing daughters. Her romance and marriage with Iturbi and subsequent mix-ups in trying to explain "the facts of was foreman of the jury. life and love" to her adolescent youngsters highlight the humor- ous situations of the plot. Photographed in Technicolor, the dramatic theme is enhanced with singing by both Miss Mac- Donald and Miss Powell, plus the brilliant playing of Tturbi, who en- acts himself, Music ranges from Liszt to Boogie-Woogie with Jane singing her first "torch" number --"Route 66." PE ~ Guest of the Week If Mrs. R. H. Crawford, Morri- son Road, will present herself at the box office of the Gregory thea- tre any night next week, she and another guest will be admitted free as guests of The Journal. gar Journal 5 cents a copy. $2.00 Per Year in Advance. yor - Three For Counci Black, Campbell, Hillner Named For Second Two Withdraw as Cooke, Mayorality Race Lauder and Wark Qualify. to Contest Vacant Council Seat 0.H.S Track Pair Add New Laurels At Hamilton Meet Forging additional links in the impressive victory chain they commenced fashioning early this season, John Ross and Pete Sut. ton, the dynamic due of Oakville. Trafalgar High school's track and field squad, came through with their finest performances of the year at Hamilton last Saturday. According to Coach Pete Tay- or, Who may definitely be classed as an authority in matters per- taining to track athletics, this pair has all the necessary qualifi- cations which go to make future Olympic prospects. Ross, as a matter of fact, will be taking part in the 1,500-metre Olympic trials at London this Saturday. Although entered 'in only one event each, both lads claimed plenty of attention from Hamil- ton fans. While no records were at stake for the meet, Ross won the half-mile in 2:03, his fastest time to date, Sutton, finishing second in the 220, shaded his Montreal mark by four-tenths of a second, dashing the distance in 23.4 seconds. "With Sutton only 15, and Ross but a year older, these boys prom- ise to really threaten the records for their class next year," com- mented Coach Taylor. "Their ef- forts at Hamilton were really out- standing, and T think highly of their chances as Olympic mater- ial" Queried regarding the entry of Ross in the London trials, Pete pointed out that older middle dis- tance stars would be in the field. "It will be good experience for John, however, and I'm confident he'll make a good showing," he said. Clarkson Centre Holds Gypsy Fair Climaxing many months painstaking planning, during which literally thousands of "Sold" ticket stubs spread the gospel of community resourceful- ness, Clarkson's model commun- ity centre staged a highly success. ful Gypsy Fair last Saturday night. A carnival in the original sense of the word, featuring games operators in full Romany costume, the event was highlight- ed by the apearance of Betty Jane Pike, Miss Beautiful Toron- to, Who presented prizes. While complete tabulations have yet to be 'made, officials reported yes- terday a substantial sum will go toward work of the centre as a result of the venture. of Pzople Are Gardening Advertise All Supplies All district residents are hard at work in their gardens at the present time. If you have any garden" supplies or services avail- able the classified columns of The Journal will bring results. One advertiser purchased a power mower and advertised his hand mower for sale. He disposed of the machine shortly after the Journal appeared on sale, and was still receiving calls on Monday. If you have any equipment to dis- Dose of of any kind, Journal class- ifieds bring results, To Induct Pastor At Bronte July 2 The induction of Rev, T. W. Delve, of Wooler, Ont., newly ap- pointed minister of Walton Mem- orial church, Bronte, and Palermo United church, will take place in Walton Memorial on Friday even- ing, July 2nd. The service will be followed by a reception for the new pastor and his family. "Mr. Delve succeeds Rev. Simon Edwards, who will preach his farewell sermon June 27th; Electors of Oakyille will be ask- ed to select a mayor from a fleld of three experienced campaigners when they go to the polls June 24 to fill the vacancy created by the untimely death of Alfred Whit aker. A fourth nominee, A. C, Keenan, withdrew from the race, Qualifying to contest the may- oralty are Charles V. Hillmer and John W. Campbell, both former mayors, and J. W. Black, who re- signed his council post 'to seek higher office. Nominees for Mr. Black's coun. cil seat are Stewart Wark, Ed- ward R. Lauder and James L. Cooke. Basil Megaffin and James Baillie, also nominated, declined to stand. "Following Mr. Whitaker's death, I was asked to stand for the office again by members of the council. I have given my word, and I will stand for re- election," Mr. Hillmer told the nomination meeting. "Ive been asked to stand, I wouldn't let anybody have it by acclamation, and I'm not making, any promises," declared Mr. Campbell. Mr. Black, who in a past may- oralty contest was defeated by the small margin of 116 votes, stated his decision to run stemmed from his belief that the filling of. the position should not "be left to haphazard guesswork." "I felt some member of council should be interested or ambitious enough to stand for nomination, So when the reeve and deputy. Teeve expressed their decision not to stand, I resigned to stand for mayor," he stated, holding the fact that Messrs. Hillmer and Campbell had previously announce ed their retirement had also in. fluenced his decision. "I feel the town is at the cross- roads" he went on. "We must take our place as one of the proy- ince's most progressive municie palities, or remain just a town, divided into east and west sides, content to follow along in any old rut." Particularly mentioning a municipal Incinerator, a sanitary garbage truck, and a pension plan for town employees as being mat- ters demanding attention, he pledged himself to work toward these ends. Criticizing the grant given for the development of Trafalgar park, he contended the park should be either put into shape as such, or turned into building lots. . "Our town has been suffering from a bad case of sleeping sick. ness," J. L. Cooke told the meet- ing. "The time has come when Oakville a suburb of the fastest growing metropolis on the North American continent, must take action." Holding that the town Is "for- tunate in its industries," Mm, Cooke maintained a satisfactory housing program must be insti- tuted= "We must find a solution to this problem. Industry has come in spite of the town, not be- cause of it. We live in a place with a dump squarely {n the mid- dle of it. We move it from one side of a scenic river to the other, It is high time to get away from that sort of thing, and go In for constructive planning," he said, S. M. Wark supported the views of Mr. Black concerning Trafalgar park and a town incin- erator. "I live on the west side, and kiddies over there really need a playground," he stated, "The necessity of an incinerator has been obvious for a number of years." E. R. Lauder stated his inten- tion to stand for council, "I will do my best to assist in construc- tive town development if elect- ed," he sald, MAIL Those subscribers who re- celve The Journal through General Delivery are request- ed to ask the clerk for thelr paper, and to walt at the wicket until it Is handed to them,