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"Durham County's Great Fa1mily Journal" VOLUME 92 FIRST SECTION BOWMANVILLE, ONT., THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1946 NUMBER 50 Eight Candidates Qualified or Four.Town Council Seats SElectionon Monday Dec. 23 At a second nomination meet- ing called to secure candidates for the Bowmanville Town Council, the names of eight candidates were duly proposed and all qualified. An election is thereby made necessary to fill four council seats. It will be held, Monday Dec. 23.. At the regular annual nom- inations, only a sufficient num- ber qualified to fill the offices of Mayor, Reeve, and Deputy Reeve and two council seats vacant and uncontested. Since the first meet- ing an organized effort to secure candidates produced results. The following names, arranged alphabetically will appear on the ballot forms: W. J. Challis, Auctioneer. E.J.Gibbs, Rubber Worker. G. W. Humpage, Gentleman. Geo. W. James, Ed.itor. R. O. Jones, Manager. W. C. Kilpatrick, Die Maker. L. C. Mason, Barrister. E. E. Patterson, Field Manager. Among the above are two Ex- Mayors, Geo. W. James and R. O. Jones; two Ex-Councillors, L. C. Mason and W. J. Challis; one inember of the present council, E. J. Gibbs, and the remaining three, Messers Humpage, Kilpat- rick and Patterson have not formerly served on the local council. The only speaker at the meet- ing, L. C. Mason observed that he had served under three former Mayors, Ross Strike, Geo. James and R. O. Jones, and affirmed that he would, if elected., serve to the best of his ability. He rev.iewed features of the Munic- ipal Act which defined relation- ships between the muniipality and the provincial government and complimented the Town Clerk, Alec Lyle for his ability and hard work as a key figure in Council's deliberations. He advocated fullest information on current affairs as a means of creating greater public interest in municipal finance and legisla- tion. SHORTHORN PRESIDENT Garnet Rickard At the recent annual meeting of the Durham County Shorthorn Club, Garnet Rickard was elected President for 1947. He succeeds Morley Beath, manager of Beath Farms, Kedron. Outstanding in junior farmer work during the past decade Mr. Rickard, who farms and manages a seed clean- ing plant just east of Bowman- ville, has become a prominent fig- ure in agricultural organzations. He is past president, Durham County Federation of Agriculture, past president Ontario Crop Im- provement Association, and is the chairman of the Darlington School Area Board. Winner of many prizes at seed fairs, his latest ac- complishment was winning the Reserve Grand Championship for North America in the seed oats division at the Chicago Interna- tional Exhibition. ns Cistrict overnor Stresses Service Club Duties Bowmanville Lions Club heardai an eloquent, vigorous challenge to and moral training. (6) They accept seriously the collective and learned tolerance by associating individual responsibilities of ser- with others differing in creed and vice work at Monday evening's race. (7) They came to discern dinner. The speaker, Dr. P. B. social needs. (8) The sum- total Rynard, District Governor, Zone was better Canadian citizenship. 3A, paid his official visit to the Education club and in expressing his main ed a ton theme he brought out two points But the speaker went on to em- of interest, that the Bowmanville phasize that Lions should broaden Club ranks about tops in the their individual interests by tak- Zone and International Lions ng an active share in publie now represent the largest service questions. For lack. of time he club organization in the world. limited his suggestions to three Iis well ordered discourse was main points: Education, Labor fundamentally a challenge to bet- and Capital and Immigration. He ter citizenship. pointed out that the present ten- President Ross Stevens who had dency in school affairs was to Presid osteen rots fo' limit entry to universities on the asked for committee tscoi basis of scholarship. He quoted the year, acceDistrict Governor instances that repudiated this mer e r ts sbmitted heory as reactionary and sug- who termed the repor as u cedit gested that Lions could exert in- as most informaivtan atr the fluence to repair this inconsist- close of the meeting, Past Presi- ency and inequality- dent Emmons Crawford, in be- Labor and Capital half of the club, presented Dr. In disputes between labor and Rynard, with a handsome tray as capital the matter was one that a momento of his visit. affected all Canadians. As such The Speaker the public, including Lions, had International Counsellor Char- a direct duty to perform. That les Carter Jr. introduced the Dis- was to bring pressure on govern- trict Governor. "Doc' Rynard, he ment to set up unassailable legis- said was born at Uxbridge, grad- lation governing these disputes. uated in medicine at Queen's, Clearly written laws and law en- has occupied most of the leading forcement, bearing equally upon offices in Lions, is President offvth capital and labor could ef- Orillia Medical Association, mem- fectively curtail the trend toward ber Orillia Board of Trade, the (Continued on Page Five) Ontario Academy of Medicine, and among many other interests he is a 32nd degree Mason. Stand- ing six feet1 three inches, a mas- o yearSets sive man, 'Doc" towered over the gathering as members wel- comed him with the "Lionst Roar." Sae At9i Holiay Decorations Excellent Feature At Club "115"1 Dance On Friday evening in the aud- itorium of B.H.S., the members of Club 15 held one of the most suc- cessful dances of the year, over '150 couples attending. The gala aff air was started off with festive gaiety when unique invitations in the form of paper snowballs were received. ¯On entering the auditorium ev- eryone's attention was immed- iately drawn to the back of the hall where three large paintings, done by the girls of the club, de- picted Sarfla coming into sight, popping down a chimney and then driving off with a gay wave of his hand. The side walls were trimmed with candles, poinsettias and cherubs• cut and' painted from cardboard. On either side of the platform were brilliantly lighted Christmas trees. During the evening a number of snowballs were tossed into the crowd and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brough holding the lucky snow- ball were the wiiners of choco- lates and cigarettes. Miss Mildred Snowden and es- cort were winners of the spot dance and afterhgraciously exe- cutîng a solo, she was presented with a sterling silver compact which was donated by Marr's Jewellery. Later on Santa Claus (Council- lor' Ray Dilling) appeared on the scene and with great merriment greeted the couples and then led them in a "Congo." Santa tossed crackers around and Mrs. Hap Palmer and Mr. Lou Dewell were called to the front to receive prizes. The lunch was served in the corridor and was entirely home made with the members of the club donating the cakes and cook- ies. Mrs. James Crombie was in charge of the decoiating commit- tee and Mrs. Robert Kent, social committee. Excellent music was supplied by Bernard Tierney's orchestra with Miss Louise Thompson, vôcalist. The members of Club 15 all parti pated in the work of mak- ing ee invitations, decorating, and lunch. Much credit is due them for the time and effort spent in giving all who attended a most enjoyable evening. Bantam Hockey Leaguel Secures Local Support1 Equipment Obtained1 Plans are complete' to set up a four-team local Bantam Hockey League according to Jack McNul- ty who has been the key figure in getting the young lads together. But organization work is contin- uing to secure equipment. To help in this regard, Sheppard and Gill Co., Edwards Garage, The Canadian Statesman andemem- bers of the Rotary Club will head up a drive to get things undèr way. Arrangements have been made with the Board of Education and Rotary Club for practice hours and games to be played on the .schedule. An hour is reserved for practice on the Public School rink each Wednesday evening. Double- header games will be played on Rotary Rink Monday and Friday evenings from 6 to 7 and .7 to 8 when conditions permit. All boys up to the age of 15 as of Nov. 1, 1946, will be eligible and more than 45 have already re- ported as willing to practice. From the four teams an all-star team will be chosen to play out- side teams as opportunity offers and the team wil tbe developed as candidates for the provincial championships. The objects in view are to en- courage healthful outdoor activ- ities, to instill a competitive spirit under supervision of adult man- agement and develop talent in hockey for future Midget and Juvenile teams. A i High .rst at Rotary Lions At Top Dr. Rynard gave a brief historyT of the organization of Lions In- ternational, which after a rapid rise, took in the Canadian clubs in 1920 and by 1927 also embraccd Mex co and China and most of Art Hurst, Superintendent of prosperity. the globe.aIts largest club today Production at Goodyear-Bowman- Welfare was at Havana, Cuba, with 827 ville did a fine job in public rela- Before going on to describe the members. In order of size today lions when he addressed a 100 integrated process of manufacture in service club work throughout per cent meeting of Rotarians in the speaker sketched the agencies the world were (1) Lions, (2) the Balmoral Hotel, Friday. He set up to promote company-em- Rotary, (3) Kiwanis. Ontario has spoke on "Production Processes" ployee relationships, such as the 138 clubs with an average mem- as related to the Goodyear factory plant hospital, medical service, bership of 55. Figures for other and at the conclusion of his most canteen, frisurance and mutual provinces were also given. It revealing picture he disclosed that benefit schemes, pension plan, re- was this size and extent of Lions Goodyear-Bowmanville had reach- creation club and the annual Ch4s to which the speaker direct- ed a rate of production which Christmas tree and picnics. Inter- ed atention for it raised the ques- marked an all-time high since the est was further stimulated in in- tion of responsibility and leader- opening of the factory here just ternal affairs by publication of a ship. Why did men join the club? 35 years ago. house organ, The Wingfoot Clan, The speaker anwered the ques- Mr. Hurst approached his sub- a breezy monthly which refrained nby declaring that the basic ject by paying tribute to the 750 from any aspect of propaganda., ire was to serve in community employees, most of whom were Taking department by depart- work. Within the framework neighbors o! Rotar Cb mer- ment Mr. Hurst described the ftdoClub mm-main functions of each which as a these benefits were suggested• bers whé would be glad to learn matter of sequence may be set Talents how they worked in a co-ordinat- down as follows: (1) The club brought together ed scheme of production to fash- Purchasing Department: A fac- a representative group of active ion millions of pounds of finished tory must have a squrce of supply young men. (2) They were given goods that are shipped annually of raw and semi-ffnished mater- opportunity to develop latent to every country in the world. In ials bence ibis bbe business o! tc talents. (3) They were given op- a modern plant, second to none,pasngeprten t e portunity for useful service. (4) with 240,000 square feet of floor purcasing deparment a snek They learned how to conduct space these capable workmen and liveries. Once in production a meetings in parliamentary form. women were a vital factor in cre- (5) They acquired both business ating local as well as national (Continued on Page Seven) Brief Sketch of . Candidates In Local Municipal Election Since qualified voters of the Town of Bowmanville will be called upon to elect the remain- ing four members of the munic- ipal council which will take over for 1947 and eight candidates are in the field, it may be of interest to give a brief sketch of each in advance of the polling day. In view of the heavy respon- sibilities thenew council must face, the general desire will be to have the strongest administra- tion possible. Since names of candidates will appear in alphabetical order on the ballot forms, they appear in the following order: W. J. Challis, former councillor and garage operator continues locally as an auctioneer while spending his summers at Bewd- ley where he is interestedin its municipal affairs and his ex- tensive holdings at that point. He is active, outspoken, still interested in Bowmanville where he maintains his home. E. J. Gibbs, employed at Good- year, has served on the council for the past few years and has done fine work on the Civic and War Activities Committee. He failed to stand at the first nomin- ation meeting but has again qualified following the second nominations. G. W. Humpage, veteran of World War I, was a war worker at Ajax. Ready to help at all times in any work of constructive nature, Mr. Humpage makes a bid for a council seat at this time. Geo. W. James, editor of The Statesman, Ex-Mayor, councillor and Reeve, needs little introduc- tion to the voters of Bowman- ville. Before leaving on a good- will tour in the United States with weekly editors to stimulate The Back Shop Once again, after a couple of months to ponder on world and local affairs, we dust off the type- writer, turn off the radio and settle down to spend Sunday ev- ening with the subscribers. During those two months, considerable change has taken place in The Statesman of- fice. We have taken over the entire bottom floor providing double the old space, have prettied the walls and ceilings with paint and now have some room to operate. It's wonderful for us and it must be a pleasure for you to come into a bright, quiet office instead of the dingy, noisy place you have known for years. Most important from our point of view were the changes which saved energy and time. Probably you didn't know it, but we used to store our newsprint in the cel- lar and, each week the pressman and apprentices slugged by the hour transporting the stuff to the pressroom, wasting precious time and scarce vigor. Now, the paper is stored on the same level as the press, not more than 15 feet away from it. In addition, our stereotype room, complete with a saw, router, scorcher, etc. was packed in the cellar so that the poor old cellar steps were pound- ed four or five times every hour. Now, it is in a converted garage at bbc back of bbc building witb plenty of ventilation and fluores- cent lighting. It has already made a considerable difference in the speed and ease of the oper- ation. . * * * Possibly the improvement most noticed at this time of year is the new heating sy- stem, hot water with oil fed burner. Formerly the office and shop were heated here and there by one of the original pipeless furnaces which was good but certain- ly inadequate for supplying heat to all corners of the plant. * * * There have been many other alterations which have made it brighter and more convenient for the customers, infinitely nicer and, healthier for the employees and more in keeping with the ap- pearance of the paper and the printing we are trying to turn out. As soon as the ristras rush is over, we plan to put the staff photographer to work tak- ing pictures of the place so that our loyal subscribers who live away from this area will be able to see the changes. * * * And for those who may be inclined te say "Sure, we're helping te pay for It with the increased subscription rate," may we say that the old place's interior hadn't even had a paint brush applied te it for ten years or se. You are not paying for it with your 1947 subscription. The accountants took a little out of each year's business for depreciation so that there was almost enough in the pot te take care of the alter- ations even at the high fig- ures prevailing today. You (Continued on Page Five) tourist traffic, he consented to stand for council. R. O. Jones, Ex-Mayor, coun- cillor, Reeve and Ex-Warden, is manager of the local factory of the Hollingshead Co. He also consented to return to public life if ratepayers wish his pres- ence on the council. He is well informed, vigorous, a man of experience. W. C. Kilpatrick, a tool and die-maker employed in Oshawa has been a former centestant for council and again, seeks election. He maintains a home on Scugog Street. L. C. Mason, an Ex-Councillor and experienced barrister, offers legal talent and wide knowledge of the Municipal Act and muni- cipal finance as he consents once again to serve the municipality. He has youth, energy, high ability. Ernie E. Patterson is widely known as field manager for the local plant of Canadian Canners. He is an active, experienced executive who makes his first bid for municipal office. The above are the eight men from among whom four will be chosen to fill the vacancies on the 1947 council. Already elected by acclamation are: Mayor Sidney Little, Reeve, A. S. Baker; Deputy Reeve Norman Allison; Councillors, T. A. Garton, Ray Dilling. Ten days remain for voters to consider whom they wish to have to support those already elected. The above sketch is presented in a way to bring out general qualifications of those who have consented to serve the commun- ity during a very important year. Donation to Missions At Trinity W.A. Meet Trinity Women's Association- met in the school room on Tues- day with a good attendance to enjoy the fine Christmas program which was in charge of Mrs. W. O. Souch and group. Mrs. Chas. Shaw read the lesson, Miss Lor- ine White favored with two pleas- ing solos and Mrs. L. Goddard an appro-rriate read ng. Mrs. D. Alldread, president, presided during bbc business dis- cussion when decisions were made to contribute $200.00 to the thank- offering fund, $60.00 to missions and $100.00 to tbe Save the Cbild- ren Fund. Officers were elected as follows: Past President, Mrs. D. Alldread; president, Mrs. C. W. Slemon; lst vice president, Mrs. Clare Allin; 2nd vice-president, Mrs. Harvey Hardy; recording secretary, Mrs. J. E. Elliott; corresponding sec- retary, Mrs. Gordon Rice; trea- surer, Mrs. Chas. Bagnell; par- sonage committee, Mrs. A. Bak- er, Mrs. T. W. Cawker, Mrs. W. R. Strike and Mrs. A. C. Ander- son; pantry committee, Mrs. T. Hircock, Miss Florence Werry, Mrs. Sheckleton and Mrs. F. C. Colmer. Smashing MajoritY Clarke Supports Hospital By-Law The Township ofaClarke came througb wlth a smashing maj or- ity in support of the Bowman- ville Memorial Hospital in the plebiscite held Monday, Dec. 9. The question hinged upon approval of a municipal grant of $8,000 to the building fund of the proposed new hospital. Al- though the vote was light it in- dicated the general sentiment of the people. The result by polling sub- division follows: V-o à ean-+ Newtonville Brown's Lockhart's Kendal Orono North Leskard Oke's Starkville Orono South Total F or 16 13 20 27 48 29 10 13 66 242 8 1 2 4 ,3 0 0 2 8 28 Executive Officers Community Council Hold First Meeting The executive of the Commun- ity Recreational Council recently chosen by accredited, members at large, held its. first organizational meeting on Nov. 26th. It was called to elect the executive of- ficers for the current year. The Secretary of the interim council, Cliff Samis presided at the meeting and conducted the election which resulted in the following slate: President, A. R. Hall; Vice- iPresident, E. G. Witherspoon; Sec., Miss Marjorie Couch; Treas., R. R. Stevens; Public Relations, A. M. Thompson. A further meeting of the exe- cutive,was held on Dec. 5th. This meeting was addressed by Char- les Austerberry, Sec'y. Ontario Community Welfare Council, who outlined the duties and organiz- ation of a Community Council. Decision was taken to advertise for a Recreational Director at a salary of $2,400 per year, which will be pai. by Bowmanville Town Council. Duties to com- mence Jan. lst, 1947. m ce Jexpected that with the appointment of a Recreational Director, one of the first actions to be takenewill be the sending of a questionnaire te ail persons in the communiby served. It will list all possible types of recrea- tion and replies are expected stat- ing preferences or particular in- terests. When questionnaires are com- plete the Director and Committee will proceed accordingly. A meet- ing of the executive has been called for the evening of Dec. 12th, when 'J. K. Tett, Director Physical Fitness and Recreation for the Ontario Government will give an address. The Canadian Statesman 52 weeks, in the year makes a mar- vellous Christmas gift. Send it to friends away from home they I treasure it just like a letter. Power Supply Very Serious Industries Try to Ease Load Public Asked to Give Support HZAD8 CAIiADIAN CLUB W. F. Rickard By unanimous vote at the an- nual meeting of the Bowmanville Canadian Club, W. F. Rickard, Newcastle, was elected president for 1947. For many years Mr. Rickard has been prominent in public life in Durham County. An ex-Warden of the United Coun- ties he stepped up to become Dur- ham's member in the House of Commons and represented this consituency for ten years. Mr. Rickard has been a lifelong exponent of good farming, a not- ed breeder of pedigreed Short- horn cattle and a prominent orch- ardist. He bas been responsible for bringing many noted speakers to the Canadian Club and has earned his recent honor. St. John's A.Y.P.A. Host to District At Party_ Monday The A.Y.P.A. meeting in the Parish Hall on Monday evening was a rally of Local Council mem- bers from this district. Albout 175 representatives were present from Grafton, Cobourg, Port Hope, Gore's Landing and St. John's, Bowmanville. Miss Gladys King, president of the local A.Y.P.A. was chairman and welcomed the visitors. Miss Betty Bettles was bonvener of the devotional exercises which open- ed the evening's program. Keith Wood sang a much appre- ciated solo and Rev. L. Delaney off ered a few words of prayer. Mr. Steinback of Cobourg A.Y. P.A. had charge of a half hour of games which all enjoyed. Re- freshm'ents were served by St. John's group after which danc- ing finished a fine evening of good fellowship. Miss Dorothy Crook was convener of the dance and provided prizes for several nov- elty numbers. Miss Jean Living assisted on the dance committee and looked after the music. At a meeting held in the local Hydro office. Tuesday evening, plans were discussed for coping with the very serious situation m electric and power supply for the coming winter. The matter was set forth by Ross Strike, K.C., Ontario Hydro Commissioner and George Chase, manager of Bow- manville Public Utilities Commis- sion. They described the pres- ent situation as the most grave in the history of this community as well as the province as a whole. Others attending the confer- ence included three representa- tives of the Goodyear Company, Charles Cattran, Emmons Craw- ford and art Hurst together with Ernest Rehder, representing Bow- manville Foundry; Jack Elston from the Chamber of Commerce and a press representative. The Cause The reason for the present pow- er shortage is lack of new equip- ment to carry the increased de- mands for electricity. Due to wartime restrictions and later in- dustrial upheavals it has been impossible to secure materials for new construction. Hence too great a load is now imposed upon old equipment. With a total of $110,000,000 of new equipment on order only small deliveries have been ob- tained and in the meantime mea- sures of conservation have be- come imperative. A power break- down in Toronto, Monday, was given as an instance of the very grave nature of the present crisis. Steps Taken It was disclosed that botb the Foundry and the Goodyear Com- pany have already been compeil- ed to switch operations and hours to conserve power. An appeal is now made to the general public to conserve to the limit the use of electricity, at least until April next. e Therefore attention is drawnto the notice in this issue of The Statesman which is direct- ed to the people of the commun- ity. The local Hydro is giving a lead in conserving electricity b re- arranging street ligbts on n al- ternating scheme, lighting one side and then the other on the istreets. Industries will continue to cutpower use to a minimum. It remains to impress upon householders the downright ne- cessity of keeping electric use at the barest minimum during the winter. Householders Merchants are asked to accept the plan of curtailing electric- ity in street signs and store win- dows. Householders are asked to cut down on unnecessary lighting, water heating, cooking and use of electrical appliances in the home. This call is in the nature of a public duty, for if itis not observ- ed there is very grave danger of frequent, complete blackouts in the comparatively short period ahead. The only way to prevent blackouts is to observe, very faith- fully, what is set forth in this timely warning. Cutting off pow- er means not only unemployment in factories but inconvenience to everyone. Can. Agricultural Problems Presented at Canadian Club Dy Director of Ontario Dept. What's ahead in Canadian agri- culture? This was the question posed by the guest speaker, J. A. Carroll, B.S.A., at the Bowman- ville Men's Canadian Club, Wed- nesday evening, Dec. 4. Speaking with effective force and the wide knowledge acquired in a lifetime devoted to agricultural affairs, Mr. Carroll dealt with the subject by directing attention to three phases: (1) Experience prior to and during tire late war; (2) The readjustment period embracing the next few years; (3) The long pull or the years following return to more normal conditions. His conclusions are summarized in the following report. The Speaker Mr. Carroll was introduced by Vice-President W. F. Rickard. Born in Elgin County, graduate in Agricultural Science from the O. A.C., Mr. Carroll was assistant to the Agricultural Representative, Durham County prior to appoint- ment as Agricultural Representa- tive, Peel County. He served in World War I, as an officer, and returned to assume many impor- tant posts lu agricultural and cd- ucational spheres, both Doinion and Provincial, and continues to act in many secretarial capacities besides his duties as Director, Ag- ricultural and Horticulturai So- cieties, Ontario Deparlment of Ag- riculture. Ottawa Conference Complimenting the Canadian Club for its large membership with many rural members Mr. Carroll remembered Durham County as a banner district in di- versified farming which suggest- .d much local in+erest in what's ahead in Canadian agriculture. Recently in attendance at the Do- m:nion - Provincial Agricultural Conference at Ottawa, he describ- ed1 the setting of the committee room, a picture of the Fathers of Confederation on one hand, a niap of Canada on the other. With every province represented, each with its distinctive problems, the atmosphere was one of unity lu diversity. The speaker gave a rapid sketch of the main agricultural interests in the four geographical divisions of Canada before turning atten- tion to some of the internal pro- blems in the nature of competi- 'tion, notably west versus east and went on to examine more closely many factors in production, mar- keting, world trade, recent legis- lation and agreements, together with their effects on the social and economic life of the nation. West vs. East An illuminating contrast was presented of farming in Western Canada compared with that of Ontario. Quite general were farm units of 2,000 acres in the west, which completely mechanized, were grain producing plants that offered much leisure between (Continued on Page Two) Wishart Campbell A rare treat is in store for Bow- manville music lovers at Trinity United Church on the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 18, for Wishart Campbell, famed Canadian bari- tone will be one of the five artists who will present the December programme in the Lions Radio Artists' Concert Series. Mr. Campbell needs no intro- duction to a Canadian audience for his contributions to the cul- tural sphere of music both in plat- form appearances and over radio have been acclaimed in press re- ports for a number of years. He is considered Canada's outstand- ing baritone of the present day. -(Photo by Karsh) Added Attraction at Christmas Concert taiema l