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m The Dominion \ Parliament 1 By LOW MJ’. On Tuesday, May let, the House of Commons listened to the debate deal- year 1925-26 grave charges of mis-1 management of the department oi Gus-w toms were made by Mr. H. A. Stevens. A committee of the House of Commons was appointed to study the whole sub- ject. On June 18th of the same year the House of Commons approved of a report which among other things urged “that regulations be made to prohibit P ject. On June 18th or t] the House of Commons 2 report which among other “that regulations be mad clearances being grante carrying liquor as (ta-1'80, a Canadian port to 3 ' port.” Q, _A2A_. AA- vice 0' -vv' â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€" also express our entire concurrence in the recommendation of the special committee of the House" of Commons as contained in Paragraph 10 of that; Committee‘s report." an effective method of carrying out the intent of the treaty referred to would be to pro- hibit clearances to vessels or vehicles: of all kinds carrying a cargo of liquor to the United States, contrary to the laws of that country. ‘ ‘ A L1- _ PAGE 2. A“ v- youâ€"v ' . .___ _ The recommendation made by the special Committee of the House of Commonsand the Royal Commission has not been carried out by the House of Commons. One naturally wonders why. Mr. Woodsworth took the ground that responsible government was being flouted.â€"°°The Prime Minister often speaks of the necessity of maintaining responsible government in this country.1 may I ask him to whom is the Govern- ment responsible? Surely to the House of Commons itself in some form, and if the Government is not responsible to the House then we have ceased to have responsible Government.” The four or five members who spoke urging the carrying out of the recom- mendation based their arguments chiefly round two points. first, that our present action is doing much to inter- _L___A‘“ AQI-flfi1‘7AC. y‘ ”UVOA'V “v-â€"'â€"â€" _ fere with harmony between ourselves and United States. pointing to the fact that it has already lent to the I’m Alone incident, to the killing of several people by the patrol guards on the American side. and claiming that it is apt to lead to even more serious re- sults; and second, that making money by breaking the laws of another coun- try is ruining the morale of our people. ~4â€"â€"L-.. I-.. DAA J u - - - _ a Mr. Speakman. the member for Red Deer, worded it so beautifully. that I shall quote him. “Our action will affect international peace and harmony as between two great nations, nations which for decades have prided them- selves, and rightly so, on their cool- headed common-sense and kindly con- sideration when dealing with their mutual problem. This matter before us is, I think, one which threatensf the very purpose for which the Treaty“ for the renunciation of war was: brought forward . . As the Honor- able member for Winnipeg. North Centre. (Mr. Woodsworth) has said, it is leading to the arming of people. probably a very small percentage of people, it is true. in order to defend the laws of the United States against what they believe to be aggressive acts on the part of some of our Nationals" and again. “I shall pass to the second phase of this issue . . I refer to the mor- ale of our young people. When you go to the frontiers of our country. where this trade is prinCipally carried gain will find meri who have grown cargo, sailing from to a United States in which they are engaged apparently I does not lower them in the eyes of the 1 adult community, what kind of ideals I will these boys and girls have? What g will they think; what heroes will they a set up? . . Right along the fontiers we find boys and girls, men and women breed contempt, but where familiarity : Idulls the keen edge of their perception, 1 wipes out the sense of right and wrong j and takes away a balance 01‘. min Several members pointed out that large sums of money had been paid by breweries and distillery companies to was a strong public opinion in Can- ada opposed to the export of liquor from Canada to the United States but that there is as strong and possibly a stronger body of public opinion which is entirely opposed to the suggestion that we should assist in the carrying out or the laws of another country, He made the interesting observation that Canada “is wet”, “I think I may use that termâ€"under a system of Gov- ernment control in seven out of nine provinces" and claimed that with the United States having a different law there was sure to be trouble. He dealt with the agreement between the two ; countries made in 1924,. by which Can- ada was to give notice to American 5 authorities when clearances were i granted. The United States at that l time asked to have a provision in the 3 Treaty that no clearances be granted. 5 but Canada did not agree. In 1926 a 1 request again came from the United ; States Government asking for a con- UV" v vâ€"â€"â€"___ ference with Canadian authorities for the purpose of striving to prevent clear- ances. The request was not met at that time, but last January ofiicials of the two countries met in Ottawa to discuss this question. So far nothing has; come of it. LAW-I vvaoov Mr. Euler stated, to make such a measure effective you would also have to forbid the release of liquor or beer from the distilleries and breweries,‘ (which clearly shows that to be efiec- tive. prohibition must prohibit manu- facture). Mr. Euler stated that on liquor exported to United States the excise tax was paid before the goods left the distillery, and when that is done and the clearance paper given it is just as legal to export liquor as it is to export any other commodity. He claimed that clearance papers must Ulubllbv“ vonw- -_- -_ show the real destination of the boats. that it was no longer true boats clear- ed for Cuba and Mexico when their real destination was Buffalo or Detroit. . “V"- vâ€"vâ€"w If they give a false déaination they; are violating our law and the penalty? is applied. He claimed that United States au- thorities were not trying to enforce their own law, that their boats under five tons do not need to report when they return to their own country, and that the dry squad could do much more than they have been doing to en- force their law. Mr. Euler pointed out that Canada had limited the number of ports from which liquor could be exported in the Windsor area from something around 50 to 10; that we had agreed to the 12â€"mile limit on the At- ”U â€" vâ€"'. The Ethics of the Government were apparently voiced by the following words of Mr. Euler, “One of the ar- guments offered againsi: our prohibit- ing the issuance of clearances is that the problem which the United States is now experiencing is one of their own ULAV uvvw-owâ€"w-_-__ -n our East coast, whicfi had fermerly been re-exporteql t_o Ugited States. â€"L _.-_- gling into Canada than stopping smuggling into the United States.” Mr. Euler was strangely silent on the work and recommendation of the Committee of Parliament and the Royal Commission, he never even mentioned them. Mr. H. A. Stevens also addressed the House, but it was V wâ€"â€" vwâ€" . .â€" a very weak effort when compared to his thundering charges 01 1925-26; ap- parently something has. lessened Mr. Stevens’ ardor. ”'V'v â€"â€" “vâ€" If the people of Canada want action taken, and I cannot help but think they do, they will have to arouse pub- lic opinion on the matter and see that --â€"-‘_A--‘ A -“v-- v -w that; opinion isf'alggressively expressed. Ottawa, May 2'1“, 1929. . â€"AGNES MACPHAIL. TORONTO TELEGRAM Noted Gaumont British Picture Here Next Monday and Tuesday. The Toronto Telegram spread itself in double column fashion to sound. the praise of the Gaumont British produc- tion, “Carry On” which opened an en- gagement at the Famous Player’s Regent Theatre, Toronto, and comes to the Star Theatre. Durham, Monday, and. Tuesday evenings of next week. The opening night started off with an introduction by Captain Nash, who introduced Brigadier-General Draper, representing the Canadian Legion; the Hon. Wm. Finlayson, representing Premier Ferguson; and Controller Wemp, representing Mayor McBride._ Both these gentlemen welcomed. the advent of Gaumont British; and one of the speakers emphasized that this British picture could not have been presented in a more British city than Toronto. The following review is from the Telegram: “ ‘Carry 0n,’ the British-made pic- ture at the Regent this week, is one of the most beautiful stories ever screen- ed. There is no doubt that the author meant to portray in her two main characters the heart of the Empire carrying on under stress. And it is faithfully carried out in the picture. -â€"-vâ€"â€"â€" _ The glory of patriotism, the strength of true friendship and the great gift of sacrifice are all there. There are no clamorous love scenes, no bitter hates and yet it Vividly tells of a man doin more than laying down his life for his that his friend’s honor may be saved. Before the. picture was shown for the first time the Hon. William Finlay- son and Controller Wemp spoke for its support and told something of what it means if British-made pictures are to go “over” here. The Hon. Mr. Finlayson said that it was fitting that the initial British production should be first shown in Toronto, the heart of Imperial patriotâ€" ism. It was enterprise and he hoped that it would be rewarded. Canada’s Need Controller Wemp said that iroromo was proud to have a British film shown m the city and declared that Canada‘s great need was for British newspapers, more British immigrants and more British propaganda in the news col-4 onto. Brigâ€"Gen. D. C. Draper, recent- ,ly elected president of the city com- [mand, sketched the aims of the Legion. Gives Something FRKiSEs “CARRY ON” THE DURHAM CHRONICLE said that Toronto lES Halliday is in the William Beaudinefs rival, creates a scandal with her girl- hood sweetheartJ-Iughes, and generally upsets the town. The love affair is renewed, Hughes being one of the few who recognizes the quiet “seamstress” as the princess. The heroine is sent away, through the efforts of gossips. In order not to dis- appoint her family and townspeople she returns, however, in the gala apparel of a princessâ€"their idea of a princess! lThe reception is held, and develop- {ments come thick and fast. â€" AL... -“A U Vvonuv 'â€"â€"â€" Thelma Todd, 3 new, appealing andl talented blonde ingenue, scores in a supporting role. Lucien Littlefield, Raymond McKee, little Virginia Gray and several other capable players also give splendid performances. “Heart to Heart” is packed with the sort of clean comedy, romances and touches of pathos that should delight “family folk”, and its delicate irony will [undoubtedly please _the more critical. _â€" Council met May 27th. Members all present. minutes adopted, as well as minutes of a special meeting held April 29th, to receive applications for the of- fice of Township Road Superintendent. Mr. Neil Calder was appointed to the office in place of John McArthur, re- signed. The minutes were also passed. of a special meeting held May 15th to consider the purchase of a bridge from the Department of Highways. situated about 1 miles from Strathroy, said bridge was purchased for the sum 01" $400, to be placed on the abutments of the Iles bridge sideroad 10, concession MEachernâ€"Robb: That the Road Superintendent be instructed to pur- chase three culverts. one from the In- got. Peddlar and Metallic Co.’s.â€"Car- ried. 7 ‘ â€" -Aâ€"Am;##nr. Con. 1; Albert Thompson, owner, Low 3 of 11 and 1 of 12, Con. 1; William Dickson, owner, Lots 13, 14, 15, 16 and part} ,3 of__16_, pm. 1. III-II_AL LL- “AI.“‘ A; DA- v v- v, " yum U â€" w- Philpâ€"Robb: That the Court of Re- 'vision now close and the assessment roll as now revised be finally passed.â€" Carried. Council resumed. Mackâ€"Philp: That George Troup be paid a reward of $10 for apprehending two dogs chasing sheepâ€"Carried. "-â€"““- V “vow Robbâ€"McEachern: That Norman McPhee be paid a reward of $10. for apprehending two dogs found killing sheepâ€"Carried. t Robbâ€"McEachern: That the Coun- cil follow the advice of the Depart- ment of Highways re measuring wire fe'nces and paying foremanâ€"Carried! Philpâ€"Robb: That a new bridge be built in village of Holstein and that the Clerk be instructed to make ar- rangements with the Township engin- eer in reference to the plans and spec- ifications and that tenders be asked for the construction and other necessary work in connection therewithâ€"Carried. Robbâ€"Mack: That the following accounts be paid: Bernard Shea, sheep ' led, $103.00; John McPhee, do, $20.00; . P. Rawn, do, $20.00; N. Mc- Dougall, do $25.00; John McPhee, ins- pecting sheep, $2.52; W. I. Orchard, do, ____‘1__ All. we- 'vvâ€"â€" wâ€"_ $4.50; Municipal World, supplies, $7.75; W. A. Reeves, balance salary as asses- sor, $25.00; do, postage and telephon- ing, $2.90; pay sheet No. 5, for road improvement, $579.11; Superintendent, services, including car hire to London re Strathroy bridge, $42.45; members of Council attendance at meeting to date, $15.00; do, attendance at special meeting, April 2_0th,_$7.50; do, inspect- business. â€"â€"U v- “Is this Mac MacPherson I’m talk- ing t0?” “Aye; spe “Well, Mac, it’s like this; I want to borrow $50-â€"â€"-” “All right. I’ll tell him as soon as he comes in.” 9” mg rum, QUUOUV , ‘Vo room, $3.00.â€"Ca.rrie<_i. Council adjourned to meet Monday. June 24th, at 10 o ’clock am. for general “Hello! Hello! Is this you, Egremont Council om [WV V v-â€"â€" filled with Eoveity and the players every chanee 1 their performance lives EES’IGNED AS scno HIS OFFICE 0|. INSPECTOR Grey. from once. reports are that he is showing some improyemeht. Mr. Burgess felt, how- ---'â€"- mat the work might Council v tions Win De gum c, --- _ , as to the proper procedure to be taken It is likely that the vacancy will b: advertised and applications received. The inspecpcratc of West Grey m- . A....... ennnd an¢ Sarawak. Delegates to General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Canada at Ottawa, June 5th. Canadian National Railways’ Special Train will leve Toronto Union Station at 11.58 A. M. standard time, June 5th, and arrive in Ottawa in good time to permit of delegates being present at the opening of the Assembly. Plan to join the “Delegates’ Special” at Toron- to. Full information from nearest Ticket Ag Railways. Read The Chronicle ads on page at ATTENTION ! “I todk Lydia E. 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Con: shifting of plaxe1tzuma-mdu and towards the em: 01 the g1 play tightened up. b1. 1 the dam done. the Bachelors: not 511: run third innings: and the lead great for the Be11ed1ct~ 10 01 However. when these: Teams couple more game: behin then pect tc see them 111an; 1;; 1121 the other teams“ hustle to : to ba!‘. so far in the. schedl though fumbles were frequent. Ditches: in evidenep Tho km". ~‘D'J.D.KELLOGG'I Fer Holstein "to Game so Far. UseJhat NO NEED To "END want». on m NOON" IRRI‘I'ATION QUOCI REUKVCD AND REST assunzo on” TH: mam THAT HA3 an YOU TELL ’EMJ Cross Sutherl Limited - ID THOUSAND. or tungsten. STHM At trix 1°31 cxp now waxed in CVidence the â€" boys}. slight faltering o '9 My 30 Overco: