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wealth, the segregation of white and colored peoples which constitutes the South African Nationalist Gov- ernment’s policy of apartheid. We doubt whether their opinion will

be greatly changed by a-state-.

ment made before an Ottawa club the, other day by the South African High Commissioner to Ca- nada. This gentlemen argued that the attitude of his Government ‘o- wards native people is no different from that which Canadian Govern- ments have long taken towards In- dians and Eskimos.

By this he presumably meant that a great many of our Indians live on reservations and that our Eskimos have not been integrated with the rest of the population. And indeed, we have not much to be proud of in the treatment meted out to these native races in the past. Yet year by year, some progress has been made, and our official policy—in- adequate and laggard as it has been—aims at extension of the franchise to these races and even- tual integration with the rest of the population.

Even now, a new parliamentary

~ inquiry into Indian affairs is under

way at Ottawa, under a joint com- mittee of 24 members of the Com- mons and 12 Senators. Senator James Gladstone, first Indian mem- ber of the Senate, is co-chairman of the inquiry, along with Noel

————Doiron, a Quebec member: The com-

+ of government under

mittee will hear grievances from In- dian communities across the coun-

‘try, and will it is hoped face frank-

ly the question of erasing from the statute books the pernicious discri- minaton inflicted by callous parlia- ments and legislatures in the past.

The legislation sponsored by the Government in South Africa has been widely condemned because it is moving in a quite different dir- ection. It is aimed, in short, at tak- ing away from colored people the rights they formerly possessed, in- cluding representation in the na- tional Parliament. Our policy in Canada, though tardy, is at least

“}-progressive; in South Africa there

is deliberate retrogression, with all

the evil consequences which this

policy involves.

Nevertheless, the Australian High Commissioner’s comment should pro- voke some heart-searching in this country. We cannot afford to take a lofty ethical tone in lecturing other countries uztil we have done a more thorough job of houseclean- ing at home.

Basic Difficulties

The term applied mainly to proposals sub- mitted by the Western Powers at Geneva. But, as pointed out in an article from the United Kingdom Information Service, it is also the correct description of the Soviet proposals. Indeed the Soviet pro- posals seem to be more of a “pack- age” than the Western. proposals. The West has submitted a “peace plan” which is an outline of sug-

" gested agreement. Mr. Gromyko has

submitted a “draft peace treaty” which covers in a single “package” all the aspects of those questions relating to Germany which the Sov- jet Government seems to wish to discuss. Not only that. It is not an

' Outline. It is a draft treaty of 48

articles, laying down in complete detail the terms which the Soviet Government apparently wishes to dictate.

The basic assumption in every proposal which the Western Powers have put forward for years past about Germany is simply this: that the German people shall have the right to choose for themselves, by a free democratic process, form they wish to live and that a united Ger- many shall have the same right as

‘any other sovereign people to de-

cide and determine its own external

relations. The Soviet Union will not have this. It insists that any settlement

“package” has been’

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armed forces—must be preserved at all cost. Therefore a precondition of any settlement must be the denial of democratic rights to the people.

_’ The other issue is essentially the

same. Shall a united Germany be as free as, say, Britain or Switzerland or India or the United Arab Repub- lic to choose for itself its own align-.

‘ment—or nonalignment—in inter-

national affairs? The Western Powers say “yes.” The Soviet Union

‘says “no.” Again, because it knows

what the German choice would be. The Soviet Union may or may not

want a reunited Germany. But what

it definitely wants is that a reunited

Germany shall not have freedom .

either internally or externally. It

‘ wants to preserve the East German

Communist dictatorship internally and to impose on all Germany a

foreign policy dictated by itself.

Turns Thumbs Down

Hor: Ms. Pearson’s proposal for a standby United Nations police force in Europe has met with general ap- proval in Canada, but his old friend, U.N. Secretary ‘General Dag Nam- marskjold, will have none of #.-At least, he has flatly ruled out the use of U.N. forces in any Big Four settlement of the Berlin crisis.

At a recent press conference, Mr Hammarskjold raised the following questions and objections to the use of United Nations forces:

1. What would be the function of a United Nations force in Berlin? Which parties would, the force sep- arate from whom? Whom would it protect against whom?

2. A military force involving mil- itary functions requires someone who can give directives and instruc- tions. These have to be of a political nature. Is the U.N. so organized as

tions for a U.N. fighting force? — 3. Where inside Europe would the units be recruited?

questions with the ringing conclu- sion that the idea was unsound from both a legal and practical point of

view. EDITORIAL NOTES—

Mr. Khrushchev’s visit to Albania has aroused widespread speculation and uneasiness in the Western camp. Perhaps that’s why he’s making it.

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Whatever the motives, it was a fitting and courteous gesture on the part of the Sovet Foreign Minis- ter, Andrei Gromyko, to fly to Washington from Geneva to attend the funeral of Mr. Dulles. Better in- ternational goodwill can be built on little acts of this kind.

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No. 2 Militia Group, and the bands of the P.E.I. Regiment and Queen Charlotte High School, were warm- ly complimented on their turnout Monday night by Major General Bo- gert. Our citizens could show more appreciation by attending these in- spection ceremonies In larger num- bers.

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Iceland has withdrawn from next month’s North Atlantic Treaty Organization congress in London. This action has been taken in pro- test against Britain’s use of naval vessels to protect her trawlers in

Icelandic waters. The dispute start-

ed last year when Iceland announc- ed extension of her territorial waters to 12 miles, and Britain refused to recognize the change. This unfor- tunate incident is not an example of British diplomacy at its best.

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To commemorate in a permanent way the 50th Anniversary of Flight m Canada, a monument will be un- veiled at Baddeck on June 15. Erect-

‘ed by the Canadian Aeronautical

Institute on the grounds of the Alex- ander Graham Bell Museum, it will overlook Baddeck Bay on the Bras d’Or Lakes, where the first flight took place half a century ago. Stand- ing 12 feet high, it is reminiscent of the prow of a Viking ship; an elegantly curved stone column blends into a stainless steel crest, from which emerge the wings of J.A.D. McCurdy’s Silver Dart. It is meant to éxpress the launching of the air age and the subsequent for- ward movement of Canadian avia- tion.

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PUBLIC

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. THE CAUSEWAY RUNAROUND

Sir,—Superficially at least it would seem, after reading Works Minister Green's remarks on the Causeway, that we are again about to get the runaround on this: project. We had a survey

lars. Preliminary to that under- taking we were led to believe, | that if suitable rock fill was found in sufficient quantity within a radius tivat would make its tfans- portation economically’ feasible our long promised, long deferred, l ong overdue, communication with the ma niand would become

The was found in sufficient quantity, and at e distance economically suitable. Now Mr. Green con- fronts us with the first of a pro- bable, delugg of excuses for not

; aa ; Building our. Causeway He answered his own rhetorical

We trust we will not be accus- ed of being phillipic when we say with all sincerity that P. E. Island did not send one hundred per cent Conservative represen- tation to O'tawa at the past elec- tion to erfiorse negative action

_ and excuses concerning a sub

ject—so—svital_te our very éXis- tence as the Causeway.

We are informed of the possibi- lity of a tide differential of ten feet on either side of the Cause- way; we are told that it might possibly flood farmlands along Northumberland Strait; we are reminded of the possibility of ice accumulation and numerous other possibilities that our negative- minded officialdom conjure with a vivid imagination. Did anyone who may read this article ever hear anything, more evidently designed to defeat a proposal, than the above flimsy faltering figments of a mind obsessed with

This type of thinking never in this wide world produced any- thing of value. Canso has demon- strated fully we believe the in- validity of these excuses. In any case what we have been looking for in our Island legislature is a positive thinking representation at Ottawa, which will present our need with integrity and su'ficient dynamic to force Federal indif-

ence to recognize the validity of our claim and to implement the promises made before Con- federation and more immediately before the last election. In this connection we have looked in vain with every change of govern- ment for almost a century, and we are sorry and ashamed to state, that the Works Minister's remarks appear designed to have our hoped again deferred indefin- itely.

‘On the fnorning of last elec- tion day we sent a long telegram to Mr. Diefenbaker, asking ‘his attitude regarding the Causeway, before casting our own vote and using our influence on others. Af- ter a conference with our King’s representative John A. Macdon- ald, Mr. Die‘enbaker's secretary, having ascertained the authen- ticity and motive of our wire, wired reply stating that the Seas was one of 4 fs

uppermost in Mr. en- fare agenda if elected. Until proven otherwise we are going to consider declaration substan- tive. We -t that Mr. Diefen- baker's recognized integrity will overcome the clamors of the wealthier and more populous dis- tricts where so many millions have already been spent, and for the first time listen to the voice of P. E. Island crying in the wil- derness seeking justice.

The economic factor often pre- sented as a prohibitive problem, should present no difficulty. Fin- anced va bond issue or any governments to obtain capital it should pay a dividend. Add to thig the saving of the annual de- ficit of the ferries, and their sub-

| sidies, and the huge increase in

traffic that will foliow its“ con- struction and the Causeway will pay for itself in half a lifetime. Modern engineering skills devel-

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| more enlightened, less conscious

aped so rapidly under the driv-

ing necessity of the past two

great wars have perfected meth- ods that have accomplished pro- jects, considered impossible fifty years ago. .

The stridulation following Min- ister Green's excuses is possibly political opportunism, by our local politicians pending an elec- tion inthe offing. However the imp'ication is too serious to be neglected. It should be remem bered by all political parties, that the voting public with so many unfulfilled promises in mind, are becoming as the years go by, and. generations become

of party affiliation and more pat- riotic.

We have been told by a mem- ber of the present Provincial Legislature that he is in pos- session of proof that Mr. Diefen- baker stated his intention of ig- noring our claim in favor of the Saskatchewan Dam _ project, in lieu of the differential in popula- tion, and possibly the fact that Saskatchewan is his own pro- vince. We will have to see very posit ve proof of this before we believe it. '

We wish to emphasize that the Causeway will benefit, not only P.E. Island but directly all the Maritimes and indirectly all Can- ada. We wish to recapitdlate and re-emphasize the fact -that not- withstanding its cost relative to population, its implementation is our inalienable right and imper- ative to the fufillment of the Promise given at the inception of a great nation, conceived and de- veloped in the Capital of the very Province to which it has so con- sistently denied justice.

We are told that the opening of the North country offers us a great market potential. We are told that we are the logical sup- pliers and distributors for this market. We are told to be wide awake and dynamic in our ap- Proach to this opportunity. We are told to produce all kinds of green vegetables and small fruits. We are told to replant our apple and cherry orchards as our soil is peculiarly adapted for flavor and texture in these pro- ducts. In the name of Heaven will these same wise parties tell us something we do not know. We have known for years the superior quality of our produce. But we have not known nor do we now know how to overcome the handicap cf waiting at Borden for hours and sometimes for days while the rest of Canada fills our potential market, and perishable produce rots on our trucks.

If we wish to calibrate our Chances of success in obtaining the Causeway it will be measur- ed by the manner in which we convey to our representatives the necessity. of their stressing at every opportunity our great need, and their pressing for recogni- tion of our demands with every art of polemics they are capable of using. \

If we close with a word to our representatives it is without apol- ogy. The day is past for being nice and acquiescent. We put you there to get results. Df you fail we can put others in your place. it is as é

the wrong as to the origin of the mame. I will en- deavor to explain its origin.

Among the early settiers of Brudenell, there were two John Stewarts. One of them settled at

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of a witty Irishman calling it: Belle big Jack’s hill. Delving into the history of place names is an interesting pastime. I am, Sir, etc., W.D. JOHNSTON, Montague, P.E.I.

APPRECIATION

Sir,—Our _heartiest congratula- tions on the success of your re- cent Tourist Edition. It will go a long way in fulfilling a longfelt need concerning our fast-growing tourist industry, which although vigorous, is still struggling for recognition even among the people of our own province.

We would also like to express our appreciation for including Woodleigh Replicas among our Island tourist attractions. We realize that at present we have only a nucleus, but having studied similar projects im Britain, we feel that over the years, there is a seeming never ending list of additions that can be made to a program such as ours.

We are, Sir, ee ARCHIE H. JOHNSTONE

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cations and the clinic is that mi- sery loves company, and so those who want to give up smoking habit.

Staff physicians, including chest specialists and psychotherapists, aid the “patients.”

Of 150 persons who registered at the clinic during its first three months of operation, 30 of them have given up smoking complete- ly, according to a society offi- cial. -

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By meeting regularly and dis- cussing their common problems and solutions, the members of the society apparently receive the support they need from each other.

It’s sort of like going into bat- tle. If you go charging out alone, it’s kind of frightening and your chances of achieving a victory aren’t nearly as good as they would be with a regiment behind you. :

SUCCESSFUL THEORY

This group theory has been successful in weight - reducing Programs and Alcholics Anony- mous works along a somewhat similar plan.

So maybe it works well. for smokers, too-

At least I thought I would pass this information along to those of you who are interested in such things.

gQUESTION AND ANSWER

W. E. A.: I am 55 years old and had my Jast menstrual pe- riod four months ago. Would it be possible for me to becorhe pregnant?

Answer: Pregnancy at the age of 55 yefirs is extremely rare. Cessation of menstrual periods at this age is usually close to meno- pause. It would be best to see a physician.

The Age Old Story

If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto

for E.W. Johnstone and son Kensington, P.E.I.

him, and make our abode with him.

ON PARLIAMENT HILL

Commons Pace Quickens

By Heath Macquarrie, M.P.

The House has been moving at a slightly faster pace and dispos- ing of some major items on the order Paper. The major legisla- tion passed in recent days is the Unemployment Insurance mea- sure which provides for the ex- tension of the period in which benefits are payable as well as an improvement in the finan- cial structure of the Unemploy- ment Insuraance Fund. The Hon.

Michael Starr, Minister of La-.

bour, continues to maintain the respect and affection of the House. Indeed, one C.C.F. Mem- ber said that he wished he did not think so highly of the Minis- ter because it made it difficult to attack his policies.

But there was plenty of criti- cism and much heated debate. Mr. Starr stood firmly by the government's choice of Mr. Mac- Arthur as a member of the Advis- ory Committee. He outlined the processes of consultation with the leader of a major labour ogani- zation but he reiterated his stand that the government must take final responsiblity for appoint- ments of this nature and cannot surrender. its responsibility to any group or organization in the country.

A major debate {s building up over the government’s new Energy Bill which follows many of tlre recommendations of the Borden Commission. While -t he question is of' interest to all Canadians the members from the western oil and natural gas areas reveal a particular interest and concern over the provisions of the Bill. . MANITOBA ELECTION

The Manitoba election aroused great interest among members of all parties. Newspaper and radio commentators spent a good deal of time in analyzing trends which they interpreted as reveal- ing the popularity of the Diefen- baker Government. Mr. Roblin had declared himself a disciple of the federal chieftain and a number of M.P.’s had taken an active role in the rrovincial eon- test. Having known Mr. Rob- lin and being aware of his great ability for some time, I was de- lighted in the outcome. He has done a splendid administrative job in his province and has re- awakened a spirit of political es

thusiasm.

It will also be in Manitoba's interest to have four years of as- sured stable government in suc-

cession to the period of uncer- tainty attendant upon the Roblin government's minority status. An interesting feature of the elec- tion was the widespread €onser- vative gains the rural areas.

Some observers thought that as a result of the farmers march on Ottawa the government might lose popularity in the agricultur- al areas. But the Roblin fofces scored great gains among the farm voters ‘and the Liberals lost heavily.

TULIP SEASON

Ottawa is a major tourist at- traction and during the present tulip season great numbers of people are here to see the floral beauties. over the country come to visit the Parliament Buildings and last week they numbered over thirty- five thousand. On Sunday after- noon thé grounds and the centre block were thronged with inter- ested citizens and people from the United States.

In the afternoon I was in my office and when I returned to the parking lot I found a note on the windshield. It turned out to be a message from five friendly Prince Edward Island visitors who had noted my licence plate and written a word of greeting. I only wish they had left their name. I do hope that when these people are next: on Parliament Hill they will get in touch with me. We are always happy to see people from our own province.

Important international visitors were in our nation’s capita] last week. General Norstad, Supreme Commander of the NATO forces,

dule was too tight to allow for a meeting with Members of Parlia- ment. Prime Minister Menzies of Australia returned Mr. Diefen- baker's call and while in Ottawa he held a press conference. Mr. Menzies is one of the leading statesmen of the Commonwealth and his views on world affairs command wide It is an indiciation of the growing impor- tance of Canada that the views of our leaders are sought on a

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free world have had particular reason tofgive much attention to the national economy. This past week brought a number of de- velopments which are altogether hopeful and encouraging. The Prime Minister met on Saturday with top executives of Ford, General Motors and Chrysler

‘and reported to the House his

satisfaction with the outcome. He declared that the manufac- ture of small cers in Canad: was viewed by the government —as- an economic necessity.

In the last day or so spokes- men for the great automobile manufacturers have announced their intention to produce small ears in this country. The effect on the whole economy and em- Ployment in particular . will be most beneficial.

Labor Minister Starr has often been questioned on unemployment figures and for some time this must have been anything but a happy experience. In _ recent months the improvement has been so decisive that no inter- pretation of the somewhat con- fusing statistical process can re- veal anything but satisfaction.

Figures released on Wednes- day show the number of Cana- dians at work on April 18 totall- ed 5,664,000. This is an increase of 112,000 over the previous month and what is more signifi- cant 127,000 more than one year

ago. FURTHER EVIDENCE WAS

Further evidence in the im- proved economic position was re- vealed in the monthly statement on government finances announc- ed by Finance Minister Fleming on Friday. In April the first month of the fiscal year the government was in the black with revenue exceeding expenditure by $1,400,000.

In Apr™ 1958 the picture was quite different with a deficit of over $10,000,000. The Dominion Bureau of Statistics disclosed ano- ther indication of financial _im- provement in its report on retail sales for the first quarter of 1959 which show an increase of 5.5 per cent..

Canadians of\ all political part- ies will welcome the ever-increas- ing signs of our strengthening economy. Our country is possess- ed of many riches and we should go on to greater and greater perioods of development and expansion. Although the horizon is still marred by some economic problems the sky is brighten-

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trip around the world on which they saw much of interest.

ing 18th“Infantry (Highland) Bri-

gade will undergo training at Charlottetown, commencing June 30. The Pictou Highlanders and

chartered steamer.

TEN YEARS AGO (May 27, 1949)

for a federal grant of more than $67,000 to assist in enlarging its capacity by 84 beds through con- struction of a new pavilion and alterations té the present build- ing, has been received from Ot- tawa. Construction work which began in the fall of 1947, is sche- duled to be completed this year.

hidden the front of the new Bank of Nova Scotia building in Sum- merside was taken down yester- day and gave the public its first view of the structure with the large plate glass window area, which surrounds the area. It is expected that the building will

July.

A TIME THERE WAS

There was a time when men would act from love;

A time before our hurtling Reign of Speed-

Had sponsored avarice and sanc- tioned greed

And looked askance on those whose lives were spent

In quiet quest of kindlier senti- ment;

When faithful men could gracious stature prove;

Who, governed largely by their hearts’ intent, ;

Led by an inner radar beam, which drew

Their lives, through gradualism, to content

In what was good and beautiful and true,

Moved from within: they went, they were not driven; , Their needs were simpler, their

desires less riven. Their quest, less tenuous, on the steep ascent, Drew storms less strenuous, es route their heaven. —Lyons Horton,

ing steadily.

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