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Page 4 Oakville- Trafalgar Journal Member Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association Published Every Thursday Morning in Oakville, Ont. by Oakville-Trafalgar Publishers, Ltd. 7 DUNN STREET NORTH S. Casey Wood, Jr. Vincent H. Barrey Managing Editor Advertising Manager Bill Cotton, Editorial Assistant PHONE 1298 Thursday, December 14, 1950 We're Glad To Reverse . . . This Time! This paper has always been doggedly against ac- clamations to the ruling seats in our municipal gov- ernment. We have advocated elections, have urged them. And now we find ourself in the position of hav- ing to say we're very pleased with the acclamations afforded the office of mayor, reeve and deputy-reeve in the town. A reversal of position demands an excuse or a reason. We're glad to give it, because it affords us an opportunity of passing along some praise to men who we feel, from close observation of their efforts on be- half of their fellow citizens, deserve a word of com- mendation. So here's why we think the acclamations this year are all right--but bear in mind that there's to be an election for council seats, and so we're going to be half right this time. The Journal has felt that James Black has been a good mayor for this town. He brings to the position dignity. On public occasions in his official capacity he does us all very proud indeed. He handles council meetings with authority, despatch and appreciation for the problems of the individual. He has shown abil- ity for taking action slowly when it was wise, and has also revealed that, when necessary, he can act with celerity. But chiefly, we believe, he has shown himself suited to be our senior executive for the com- ing year, by never treating any citizen, or group of citizens on a basis of preferment over any other. There have been occasions when it would have been to his own benefit had he acted other than he did . . . he did not do so, and thereby revealed his worth to the citizens of this community. We welcome another term as mayor for Jim Black. Reeve Howard Litchfield will probably drop dead to find the Journal speaking well of his efforts, and certainly we don't want to be the cause of his untime- ly demise. But the reeve, apart from his habit of al- ways making a political speech on any topic before council, is an extremely hardworking man at his job. On county council hé looks after the interests of Oakville with extreme care . . . and if he should seek the warden's position we wish him well. He's an ex- perienced public official and will be of value to coun- cil this year when so much new blood will appear around the table, no matter which six are elected. . Ted Lauder, deputy-reeve for his second term this year, will continue to provide the town' with a thought-out approach to any problem, and a very open mind on all questions. He's done a great deal for the town, in an unspectacular way--and for this reason probably isn't recognized as being as valuable as he actually is. Possibly a few more speeches along the reeve's line would make him more readily recog- nized by all and sundry as being a constructive and sensible member of council. Hilmer Lofquist has served as chairman of the Water and Light Commission with success. His ac- clamation is deserved. . So, the Journal, this time, is pleased with the ac- clamations . . . and is most content to reverse its field New Blood Oakville council is due for a transfusion of new blood this year, as of the eight candidates five are new comers. Unlike new wine in old bottles, new blood in the municipal field is a very good thing. As the years pass, experienced councillors will be needed to fill the positions of higher responsibil ity. Unless new men enter the field in the first seats of council, such trained public servants will not he avail- able. Therefore, the fact that Oakville voters this year have to select largely from newcomers is not a bad thing. 2 But experience, good service and ability should always be recognized without hesitation by voters. "Fred Turner and Lachlan McArthur must be re-elected to council. Their presence will make the work of council the better--youth and inexperience is fine when tempered with the guidance that a more mature judgment provides. We believe the voters will be aware of this, and cast an affirmative vote for both, before picking from among other contestants. Elgin Bonus has been endorsed as its candidate by the Oakville and District Labour Council. He is a young man, active in union matters and appears eag- er to take his place in a wider sphere. Ralph Wakely, Del Carrothers and Harry Allen, are young busi Their willi to serve is an indication of their interest in Oakville. We have already said that youth should have its place in coun- cil. To pick from among these would be difficult. All are good men. George Davis has plumped as being against Cocktail Lounges and Bars. He deserves support on . this count alone. The liberal party consider him the man for their organizing work. He is for economy 'in town affairee = D. A. McCGonachie~and Donald Cherrington are or forthe eat on the school board in Ward 1. Mr. McConachie is* lawyer, a new resident in an area which is 'a major:school problem. Mr. Cherrington has lived in Oalvilleall his life, and the, decision between these two will beja2de by IeSidents who probably know them both. It should beral GioSe contest, with either men good representatives. Except for Turner, McArthur and Gibson, this paper has no particular choice. But we do want to see a heavy vote--let the people of Oakville show the people of Trafalgar that they value their franchise. Vote as YOU like on Monday . . . but be sure and vote. Trafalgar Tales BY BESSIE CAIRNS Since last week's article in which I carried on a one-sided ar- sument with Paul Fox, housing expert for the Toronto Star, about the cost of serviced land, 1 have read about a project contemplated by the city of Kingston for the building of low cost houses on lots averaging three to four hun- dred dollars.' From what I gath- ered the scheme is financed by Central Mortgage and Finance and undertaken by builders, no provisions being made for the sale of individual lots to energetic handy men. = | am fully in favour of low cost housing and sincerely sympathize with the veterans of the last war, who because of rising costs find themselves forced into crowded flats and - slum conditions. The question is 'how. much = would it cost them to bhild homes, $5,000, $10,000, -$15,0002 Mr. Fox says $5,000. I still beg to differ. According to Mr. Fox's articles veterans are offered one lecture a week for fifteen weeks at the end of which time they should have had learned enough about con- struction to avold many of the pitfalls encountered by the ama- teur builders. "Rather than deal specifically with teaching a. trade they help the veteran operate more as a builder who will employ his own sub-contractors." The above quote makes sound sense. No man in fifteen lessons could learn to be a carpenter, roofer, heating expert, plumber, electrician, plasterer, bricklayer. Now let us look into the business of sub-contracting. I claim to know a little about that, when recently, in the course of constructing a seven room home the builder quit on the job, I found myself my own sub-contractor. I also found my- self on the signing end of the cheques and unfortunately for me, my figures and Mr. Fox's don't tally. For plumbing Mr. Fox al- lows $442.69. It cost me $1100.00 exclusive of septic tanks, another $350.00. Electrical work which Mr. Fox estimates at $124.67 ran me $500.00, not counting lighting fixtures, hot water heater and kitchen fan. Granted the latter may be a luxury 5 Fox's veterans prefer cold show- ers and dressing by candle light? For heating Mr. Fox allows $250.00. There is no mention of oil but 1 paid $160.00 for heating which included a standard make of furnace suitable for coal or oil at $585.00. No mention is made of plastering, with wood finish in two rooms and tile in the bath- room this item still cost $800.44 I could go on, lumber, paint, hardware, glazing, insulation, lathing, roofing and the hundred and one incidentals, backfill, per- mits, connecting water and lights, ete. many of which Mr. Fox skips entirely or must, judging by his estimates pick up in the five and dime. In case you are still inter- ested, out of curiosity I looked over a house recently which I understand a veteran is contem- plating buying. The price is $6500. There are four small rooms, kit- chen, living room and two bed- rooms, no furnace, no basement, no plumbing, no kitchen cabinets. Have an idea the veteran's wife and family may prefer a small flat. Sorry 'to be such a debunker and though I am still willing to learn I doubt if I could do it in their own |, emo How to keep calm-- (hit, surely would be one of the most val uable lessons parents and edu tors could impart to youth. And those who that lesson well would strong ece of armor which to face the battle of And by calmness we do not me apathy, mental slothinlue indifference. Far 'fron it. Was the need: for men greater than today. We mean the quality be revealed by a hi tent, seasoned sea Ca a storm at sea. The world of today citing, | distracting pi life has become a feve {Throughout the past co so various forces and elements have combined to praduce a sert | of gigantic whirlpool, in. wh we poor humans are gyrat madly. In such a world it next to impossible for the aver age person to lead a life of mon: astic seclusion, We are all mor or less exposed to the tempest. | That being the case, it would § "be well if each of us tried fo da: velop inner sources of tranquil ity with which'go. weather the storm. : Let us, for one thing cul caution in believing what we arf fold. Today as never before, f very air is clamorous W ; propounding all manner of pl osophies, theories, creeds, doctrings es. The radio and the daily or carry them everywhere, Flarin headlines morning and nigh of wars, revolutions and di all over the world, with tions of dire threats to the of mankind, There is a vast flo of popular literature, much of highly sensational, and the I reels under the impact of all | things clamoring for its attention The individual is being constan tly confronted with urgent apg peals to do this, to buy that, and} with grave warnings of the dan- ff gers that lie in wait for him if g does not follow the suggested j course of action. Health special- § ists, psychologists, ~ behaviorist ply him with innumerable admon- jtions and cautions. Visions of "success" and its rewards held before him like a casrot be- fore a reluctant donkey, and, on | the other hand, his mind is haun- | ted with the spectre of failure. | His emotions, his sensibilities, [2 are subjected to an almost con tinuous assault. : In such a world, tranguility is a virtue it would be hard fo ex gerate. So it will be well if w insofar as possible, to cultivate an | attitude of placid detachment xl wards life's feverish spectacle. A | well-developed sense of values vill |§ enable us to disregard. or with quiet amusen that would otherw A true appreciation 0 are fundamental and res ter; a knowledge of II ture, a familiarity with creat Jit-| erature and philosophy, 'a sense of historical perspective, and a sense of humor will help us keep our heads amid the surrounding tumult, and to extract from it much interest and amusement. Much of what claims our atten- tion today is mot worth getting Give her Beauty for Christmas--a -herat- lifting, head-turning 4 gift selected from our array of glamor- BES TIFFANY excited over. Let us never forget glorious. toHetries, that life is short, and that peace cosmetics and per of mind is a blessing to be valued fumes . . . gifts that Powder, Perfume, Lip- fifteen lessons. above everything. flatter her feminine - stick, Rouge Stressing the need for organi- zing the civilian population for emergencies, both of a war-time and peacetime nature, Hope Holmstead, Toronto, head of the Canadian Corps of the Red Cross, addressed the quarterly meeting of Oakville and District Réd Cross Society in Lusk Hall Wednesday afternoon last week. It was es- sential that transportation and supplies of food and clothing be available in cases of disaster, she pointed out. She suggested for- mation of a disaster committee to organize the civilian popula- tion and work in co-operation with civic authorities. Mrs. Don MacRae reported that graduates of the Red Cross home nursing classes were now engag- STRESSES CIVILIAN CAMPAIGN FOR EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION love of luxury. The favorite prepara: tions--the fashion- able scents--are here at Rexall Drug WRISLEYS EVENING IN ed in relief work at OakvilleTra- Spruce Shaving PARIS falgar Memorial Hospital - on Bowl & Lotion weekends apd had also assisted $2.50 Powdsr Berrums, Li] at the recent blood donors clinic. 2 stick, Colgne A growing attendance at the YARDLEY work-rooms was reported by Mrs. Bond Street Carl Wyndham, who stated that Toilet Water still more workers were needed. and Talc 35 Miss Florence ~ Beattie told the $3.50 + REVLON meeting there was: an. Increasing Quiltie Set demand for the services of the DUBARY loan cupboard, and that local Chgme doctors had praised the equip- $4.00 ment available. Mrs. James Roberts said 169 ADRIENNE MAIS oul people had given blood at the last Powder, Perfume Gift Set clinfe, only four more than the and Hand Cream Perfume, Colgne required minimum. She urged the $3.10 need for more donors to keep up $5.00 the blood supply for free trans- fusions at" the hospital. 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