THE GUARDIANl

“Cover: Prince Edward Island Like the Dew‘

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TlIeVi.ate Bishop Boyle

\\'llile not unexpected in view of the news from London as to his critical con- dition during the past fe\v day.-', the an- nouncement of the death of His Excellency Bishop l«‘.o_vlc comes nevertheless as a shock to our people, and as an overwhelming loss to our Roman Catholic citizens throughout the Province, to whom, for the past decade, he had devoted himself so unsparingly.

l‘rince Edward Island has been blessed uith many outstanding spiritual leaders. but it can be said that none had more en- deared himself to all classes than the late beloved Bisliop of C‘harlottetown. ills benign presence was welcomed everywhere, and he mingled freely with our citizens, tak- ing a keen interest in all that concerned their welfare.

(tn the ()t'('&i.\'lf)ll of his consecration as Iiishop here in 10-14, His Excellency voiced his intense concern for social justice as "an intllspcnsablc part of our duty as Christ-

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inns.' This thought was constantly in his lnintl. A brilliant scholar and keen advo- cate of higher education, he warned re-

peatedly that cclucation without religion was worse than fruitless. He was inde- fatigable in encouraging study clubs, credit unions, and group educational movements of all kinds, not as ends in themselves but as means of obtaining the higher things of life. Ills wide knowledge and experience were placed frccly at the service of all who sought to profit by them in this connection, and this community and Province has benefited tremendously by his counsel and encouragement. '

i)i.srcgal‘ding his own failing health, His Excellency was constantly occupied in his onerous episcopal duties. The erection of many fine new churches in the diocese, and of substantial additions to St. Dunstan's College and to the Charlottetown Hospital, owed much to his enthusiasm and organiz- ing ability. His kindly personality expr scd itself in many unostentatious acts—in visiting the sicla helping the needy, giving words of encouragement and advice such as left a glo\v in his hearers‘ hearts, and most of all perhaps in his close contact with children, whom he loved to have about him, and in whom he inspired the greatest admiration and respect.

His Exccllenc_v's death occurred far from Rome, to which he was journeying, and far from his own diocese and people, \\hn ur‘ may he sure were ever present, in his thoughts. In his passing he has left A truly noble example of devoted Christ- ian leadership, and memories of countless acts of kindness and courtesy which all our citi'/.ens will cherish. Nor is there any question hat that the fruits of his labours will be a source of perennial blessing to our people.

Dairy Regulations

" There are few products more closely regulated and inspected than those of the dairy. as witness the new Act and Regula- tions governing those products. The new laws, however, do not mean any change in policy in this Province which has always been to maintain the highest possible qual- ity and protect the consumer. ‘ The reason for it all, of course, is the unique position which dairy products hold as essential articles of diet for young and old. Their high food value and protective. characteristics. however, are balanced by almost equally high perishability. At ev- ery stage of production, unless the highest standards of care are taken, ‘there is the danger of spoilage. If it were merely a matter of financial loss to those concerned it could be left to economic forces to cor- rect improper handling. If is. however, the outstanding importance of these ,.foods from '3 health point of view that makes it es- "sential for the Government to assure high standards of purity and quality. 5 The prime requisite, of course, is healthy -gunimals. That has been assured on this Is- '§‘land by a long-continued policy of watch- ymllnesa-‘and the elimination of diseased ,"..~’animals.. The conditions of milking and ;}housing. too, are closely watched and so . lth every step until the pr acts are 3 lly delivered to the consumer. ‘ . All of thishas its cost. It would be ,. fer andcheaper to produce butter, for -'i;.- . ,.and add sufficient preservative to i " motion under the most adverse ‘ , It would becheaper, but con- a right to demand unadulter- , At the some time it must u .- i that the cost of maintain-

ilmlan seminars

Summer Schools in at least two Amer- I

ican educational centres have instituted special programs dealing with Russian af- fairs. At the University of Michigan a series of courses and seminars, with special emphasis on the various aspects of East- West relations, will be conducted by spec- ialists in Soviet problems. In Middlebury: Vermont, the Russian Summer School, now in its tenth year, will go even further in Soviet exploration. There, the entire in- tellectual atmosphere will have a Russian character, even to the extent of having the Russian language used, where practic- able. in the class rooms. Courses will cover literature, science, history, politics, tech- nology, and all the other phases of Soviet culture and economy.

In the event of war between East and West all these efforts to build up a more comprehensive knowledge of the Russian people and their ways will, of course, be of little practical benefit. But, assuming that the present tensions will be resolved

without recourse to armed conflict, the pol- 5‘ icy of co-existence in a permanently divid- -

ed world, which seems to be the best that can be expected, will depend for its strength on some sort of mutual understanding:

and, as everybody knows, there can be no , nature 1

understanding of a permanent where there is no knowledge to give it meaning and to provide for its continuance.

Robot Russian clowns

liven the official government newspape.-' of the Soviets complains that the clowns in Russia are no longer funny. In fact there are only 18 such fellows left in that vast nation of many millions, and evident- ly they can find nothing to laugh about. As a result, the circus which was once a thriving Russian institution has reached the grade of being third rate.

For one matter, says an exchange, the clowns cannot get out of Russia to see what other clowns are doing and imitate their more successful acts and, with their own line of tricks and gags worn thin, where are the Russian clo\vns to find any new in- centive for their art? Meanwhile a bureau grinds out what is thought proper for the clowns to use and how can such handed down material prove either lively or gay?

While the Soviets claim themselves to be the creators of practically every modern invention one hears nothing being said about their having originated the most amusing clowns. Nor is that to be won- dered. Ilumor can scarcely be called an element common to the Soviet regime. Humor demands balance, an" ability to see both sides of a situation, a recognition of the incongruous, the tolerance which springs from good nature, the perception which prevents from taking one's self too seriously and the freedom which encour- ages spontaneity.

But not even good-natured quips allowed in Soviet Russia.

EDITORIAL NOTES

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There is gaiety in the very sound of the word carnival and the Kinsmen Carni- val is wcll living up to its name.

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That United States fish firms are now seeking lower rates rather than higher bar- riers is the encouraging word from Premier Smallwood of Newfoundland. It seems that the demand for fish sticks and fish fingers is so great that it cannot now be

met.

The safe handling of firearms is largely a matter of good training. The Maritime Wildlife Federation is to be congratulated on its programme for the instruction of youthful hunters in the proper and safe use of guns and rifles. Prince Edward Is- land is fortunate in its good safety record and if the youngsters are taught the good habits of old hands at the game the record should be maintained. 0 0 That a ship of Liberian registry should be used on the service between Boston and Yarmouth, N. S., seems almost the last straw as far as the Canadian merchant service is concerned. The operators, how- ever. say they find it necessary to place the “Evangeline" under Liberian rather than American registry because of the dif- ference in operating costs. The same con- sideration prevents her from being oper- ated under the Canadian flag. 0 O 0 John Burgoyne, English general, died this date 1792. A son-in-law of the Earl of Derby, he became the first commander of light infantry in the ljritlsh Army in 1759, an M.P. in 1761, and a brigadier- general in 1762. After the Seven Years’ War he devoted himself to politics and drama. At the outbreak of the American Revolution he was appointed in command of a division and made a fatal attempt to attack from Canada. His force was ll.lI'- rounded at Saratoga and compelled to sur- render. Hh most popular play was "The I-letrcu". A‘

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HOME THOUGHTS

Sir, — Recently a correspon- dent from the "Garden of the Gulf“ asked how I llkefl The

Guardian‘: new look. I might say I think it in fine, although I had no fault to find with the old. My only gripe is the paper contains so much of interest that my clippings, accumulating from days of yore on P. E. I. across the continent to B. C., and from Massachusetts to California, are becoming a prob- lem. Last. winter I had planned to sort out and take care of them. but. as all my Island friends are aware. thosemonths were spent helplculy in bed. Looking ahead the days, weeks, months stretched endlessly. However, looking back the time does not seem long.

Many times I asked why? as I could not see any purpose to be served in all the worry and expense I won causing my family, although they never once complained. I owe a debt. of gratitude and apprecia- tion to them I'll never be able to repay, but my wise little grand- daughter aays "Nana, look what you did for them!" Years ago in Vancouver when I was forced to spend months in bed with T. B., I asked my doctor. a fine Christian gentleman — Scotch Presbyterian Eldt-r,—“wh'y has this happened to me?" His reply was: "To make you strong to endure, Mrs. Gordon, strong to bear"; so perhaps I still needed more chastenihg. How- ever. I do not consider those months a total loss. I had much time for reading, radio, television, the mending for the fnmily. some knitting, and it gave me an oppor- tunity to really know three of my little granddaughters — faults as well as virtues. one day I remark- ed to one of the twins, «leap year) “you are so good" Her reply: "Oh. in because you are here, Nana, we fight when we are alone." tlikc all normal children) She was honest about. it at. least. From then on I felt better about the situation. If my presence added to the harmony of. the home, then perhaps I could contribute something although seemingly ao helpless. I might. add the perfect. behaviour did not last —-that would be too much to ex- pect from healthy yonngst.cra——and soon they were acting quite nor- mally.

1953 from a physical standpoint. at. least, was an unfortunate one for yours truly. On July ltith I broke my left. arm quite badly, and when I had about made the hut. hurdle. as I thought, on Novem- bl-J‘ 23rd in much more serious ac- cident. Thanks to a very fine or- thopedlc surgeon, Dr. Dickson, I am again learning to walk-—a slow grocesa after such a long period of inactivity, but it. is wonderful to be able to cure for myself and be a little independent. I feel anyone who can walk and wait on them- selves la lucky. It. might. be of in- tereat. to Islanders to learn Dr. Dickson and family recently visit- ed my native Provlnce. They spent a week at. the Shaw Hotel and were highly impressed with Prince Ed- ward Island. The Doctor spoke in glowing terms of Charlottetown, the National Park, Green Gables, and many other beauty apou.

I found Mr. F. H. MacArthur‘: recount of his experiences very in- tereatlng—ml.aseri some copies dur- ing that period-but his school day: description was very unlike any I had known in our one-room school. The big boys as I recall, when they returned to school dur- ing the winter months. were so anxious to further their interrupt» ed education that they were very co-operative with the teachers, although they were often bigger and older than the latter. Don't mistake’ me, we were all normal youogul.en—had our verbal bat- tiaa, et.e., but for the moat part roapected authority.

Pcroonally, I loved achool. and can truly an I never found any of the aubiecut I took difficult. we prepared all our lessons at home no that. left. much tlmeffor arithme- tic which tufted me, u the harden the problem the better I liked to atruulc with it. Never at. any time do I remember aklpp one without the correct annver. u we could always depend on our busy teacher: for aulotance when need- ed. one P. I. 1. mother I noted

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i).tdl_v neglected, and children could wait a month for a i.Ci'iCil€l"5 help. Of course I attended school a long time ago, and, no doubt, methods have changed somewhat as they should—-everything else has, so why should teaching remain static? I realize now I am treading on dan- gerous ground, yet I dare state '.'m a middle-of-the-reader. We must keep the best of the old—yet not reject what is good in the new. Our motto here is “strong public scllools——a strong America", and we are quite proud of our schools where all children regardless of race or creed have an equal chance —-I might add wealth or social posi- tion is not taken into account. I was glad my children were priv- ileged to attend public school and learn tolerance. I always made it a point to know their teachers al- though I had little time for P. T. A. I was so busy caring for my four that I had no time to tell other mothers what. to do. 1 tlnnk Parent-Teacher groups nre fine, but when one has to neglect one‘: own home to help then a good thing becomes a bad, one. While the P. T. A. did much that was commendable, my experience was that mothers‘ absence from home created the very problems they at- terwards tried to correct, or remedy. As to lack of report cards —- I never saw such a thing when I at- tended school. and any school: I know of in Berkeley—ln fact the whole Bay Areo——have them. How- ever, I could add (if it‘; wise) the other day I asked my little gratui- daughters—high fourth grade— if I might look over their report cards and observed a notation that this report. was based on the individual child‘: ability, and not on the bas- .s of competition with other chil- drcn. I have learned since from an- other grahddaughtcr in the low eighth grade that they are graded in competition with others from the seventh grade, or the junior high level. Instead of percent. as used in exams in my day the sys- tcm is: A. (excellent). 8. tgoodl. C. Ifairl D. tbarely passing) and F. tfallurel. A”C" excludes 3 child from the honor roll. Helen. the eighth grader, has only had one C. since I've been here and that was on account. of lack of ncatness in her arithmetic work.

Regarding the three R's. much attention, in the schools I've mentioned. is paid to them. The high fourth graders have to read and give a report on a book m.ohth- ly. We never had to give book re- ports, but we did have to write compositions which I dreaded in the early grades. I still remember the first I was asked to write at home. It was on "Wood" and I couldn't. think at an interesting thing to any. However, a ulster who had already completed her schooling took pity on me and wrote a short. one for me. I still recall the concluding —W0l‘dS, "it. makes a nice dry heat." I am sure my sister has long forgotten that incident. Later when we had a teacher who loved Engllsh—wrot.e some verse and prose I belleve- I enjoyed writing compositions as she taught. us to use our imagina- tlom. Frequently she asked us to write on inanimate objects and tell how they would feel if they could speak. That. intrigued me and from then on I loved to write. I remember in particular one day she gave us heading] to write on "Grace Darling and the Lighthouse I cldent". My chum, and aeatmate, and I wrote page: and they were read to the class.

when a twelve-year-old, eighth grade. prefers to read book: like Coatalnh "silver chalice", and scientific artlclea in the Reader‘! Digest. instead of little girl booka I cannot aee much cause for alarm over teaching methoda. However, Helen has read the Anne look! and like: them. What child douvvtt A neighbor of my daughter's, who has recently come from the great state of Texas. said "Anne of Green Gables" was her fnvorlu book an A teenager. By the way her younl huoban is I utrunling author, In I was rylnr to eneourue her by telling her how often 1.. ll. Mont- gomery‘: effort: were rejected. Ina

Jeff and her beloved little Ialo.

finally aha made a name for her-

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I-‘ROM LAST POEMS

, ’ $0353’ They say my verse is sad: no vou- dcr;

its narrow measure spans

Tears of eternity. and sorrow, Not. mine, but. man's.

This is for all ill-treated fellows Unborn and unbegot.

For them to read when t.hey‘i'e in trouble

And I am not.

-—A. E. Housman.

_ can only speak first hand but the children here never go to night shows. and very occasionally to afternoon matinees; quite often then when they are invited to birthday parties and taken in groups. There are two TV sets in .his home at present, although normally they have only one—t.he other is in my bedroom for my convenience alone. but. I frequently watched Westerns with the twins (Helen thinks they are too juven- lie) when the living room T. V. was out of order. I rather like them as I like the wide open spaces and the horses although the plot is always the same. The same programs on radio would be boring to me. I'll never be a T. V. fan; for one thing it's too hard on the eyes, and under ordinary circumstances I would not have much time for it. But. I have found quite a number of wortliwlule pro- grarn.-s—Suncloys usually the ones that appeal most. to me. The cl'lll‘- dren here on week days seldom watch until after dinner in the evening, (unless rainy and unable to play out doors: and then only a fcw programs as bedtime comes reasonably cnrly. One thing I do notice, however, children want. to be entertained and do not go off in it corner quietly and read as we used to. Among the small try "n this clan ihere are two excep- tions to that—ln fact. when they get engrossed in a book they are oblivious to everything. I note the winter on the Island’ was rugged and spring late, but I am sure the mayflowera have come and gone by now and the bias- soms will soon be out. in all their glorious array -I still can see in my mind] eye the Vision of love- ltneaa that unfolded on returning to my home from Charlottetown in apple blossom. t.lme—t.he old coldnial style home -— covered in front. with Virginia creepers, the green of the early spring grass contrasting with the white paling fences, and the aun on the water. all made a picture any artist would like to portray. We have had too fine weather here in California to be healthy —— not nearly enough raln——but it is at least. enjoyable. Berkeley in a beautiful city — so many lovely trees-—ali'around here there are beautifully kept. groundl. an abundance of shrubs, flowers, etc. The lawn here auffera from the neighborhood children using it. an a playground. Although it‘: lovely here I am longing to get back to my humble little home. which I hope to do by July firat—- Domlnion Day. I have not forgot- ten. 1 am, Sir. etc.. MR3. D. J. GORDON (Ci. 8.» Berkeley. California.

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