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T HE GUARDIAN. CHARLOTTETOWN

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APRIL 23. 1951

Thoughts For Our Time I

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vwritlng recently in atperiodlcal published by one of the better- known fraternities. Hoxle N. Fair- ehild had occasion to lament the "religious illiteracy" of our day. up Fairchild. chairman of the Hszen Foundation's committee on religion and higher education. is particularly concerned with the decline of religious knowledge in the academic world. But hLs re- marks have a much wider appli- cation.

j-ie is of the opinion that any- one who professes to know hist- uiy. economics. sociology and so on without possessing at the same lime training in revealed relig- ion is in a compromislnx. if not hopelessly false position. These sciences do not themselves entail consideration of religious facts and theories. but they raise prob- lems in human experience which only religion can answer.

Religious illiteracy. that is. complete ignorance of religious matters. is becoming more and more general in every walk of life. It is not a rare occurrence today to meet a doctor, for ex. ample. who has not the faintest notion of either the principles or the implications of the religious rtiilh and practices of his believ- ing Patients. Jewish or Christian. in all his life such a doctor may never have read a single chapter of Holy Scripture or a serious tract on Christian theology. Un- illIOI'I'TICd in these matters he may- often find it quite imposslblc lo make a completely satisfactory diagnosis or to cope with the moral problems confronting his own conscience.

But the doctor's case is not unique. Lawyers. reporters. mer- chants. laborers. will only too frequently preface any serious statement they are about to make with a remark to the effect that of course they "know absolutely nothing about religious matters." indeed. they are only too likely to make this a positive boast. They are even apt to use it in order to show how completely free from prejudice they are and how eminently qualified to speak on their subject. They plead lg- norance in one branch of know- lcdge as a claim to competence in another.

The extent of this kind of illit- nracy is'appalllng. and the pre- sumption of its victims boundless. whole classes of university stu- dents may be utterly incapable of speaking a coherent sentence on the natufe of faith. or the relation between grace and liberty. or on the meaning of the Incarnation. and yet, gliibly indulge in discus- sions of the Holy Roman Empire. the French Revolution. or the poetry of Blake. They do not ap- pear to recognize that an impass- able barrier stands between them

- and their subject.

We find the same ignorance in the man on the street. Not long ago I met an intelligent young man who was at a complete loss how to go about looking up 1 'I'irn..

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2:3. He lacked the simplest end most elementary tool of Script. ural study.

To moit people, theological terminology is n mvstilyins as Eayrtian hiero- glyphics. Creation. virtues, grace. sacraments. Trinity. prayer, Com. munion of Saints are meaning- less terms foreign to elthu their kflowkdle or experience. The dmurblns thing about this kind of illiteracy is that it implies an IMIPBNW to so much as glimpse the only real answers to their mo-ill lit-lllplexing problems.

y It is high time we began to real. ize the relative importance of mere factual knowledge of rr llsiou-s dogma and history. Two factors stand relentlessly in the way of such knowledge. The first of these is the conventional at- titude that it is not "smart" to make a frank declaration of one”: religious position. A point of

nowadays.

view. an accepted body of doc- trine, has become decidedly ”outre."

Far better. men say. to limit our notions to such generalities as the Brotherhood of Man or the Golden Rule. than to profess openly that Chris: was God. that there actually is a heaven and a hell. that theft and blasphemy are

sins. that penance is a virtue. Surely the fundamental question is not whether these things are

fashionable but whether they are true. And we can hardly estab- lish their truth until we have some idea of what they are.

Secondly. there is abroad a fearful apprehension lest some- thing be "rammed down our throat." Some feel that even with the simplest religious instruction is an affront to independence. They are not, "docile" in the sense that where religion is concerned they are not willing to be taught even what they are fairly sure is true. Such an attitude is a form of'spir- itual sloth. a. deadly and paralyz- ing sln against God and one's own intelligence.

Now there is no need to carry the principle of independence to such absurdity. No talented child rightly refuses to study harmony lest technical skill thwart his musical prowess. The mathematic- ion or scientist who would reject his basic tables lest they distort his natural inclination to his sub- ject would be regarded as ridic- ulous. Yet how many naturally religious people despise the basic tools of spirituality lest their very spirituality be deflled?

It is attitudes like these which have driven so many into the ap- palling state of religious illiteracy which is everywhere rampant. What are we to do about them? How are we to root them out? The answer lies in the speedy re- turn to an honest study of cate- chism in its simplest form, to the reading of Scripture under intel- ligent direction. and to a humble respect and love for all things. and particularly those pertaining directly to God.

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GEIITRAL SIIIRIIIAII

This column is reserved for news at local Interest. has advestmng of a newly nature may be inserted ac an cents a ward. strictly pay- ahie in advance.

COOK'S tor ruotogranhs. .IIMMY's TAXI-Phone 525.

DOWIJNG'8 SPOIT LODGE

”for Fishing and Golfing supplies.

I. SHOES FOR. MEN-Made in England-at Wright's.

MRS. -I0!-INS'l'0N'S LAI)IE5' WEAR. New shipments - Suits, Coats. Dresses. Bargain prices.

CBABWELL ror Better Photo- graphs.

IIOWAIID MaoiNNls FOOT- WEAR at 175 Queen street.

THE NEW Liberal Sales will jump the price of thing you eat and wear.

Tax every-

IIEAII J. George MacKay over station CJRW today (Monday) from 11:45 to 12 noon.

DANCE. Rollaway Club. Tues- day. May 1st, R. C. A. 1'. Associa- tion. 14 piece orchestra. Admis- sion 31.00.

'I'I-IE CONSEBVATIVES prom- ise Free School Books for your children. How much have your Liberal School Books cost you al- ready?

BCIIEDULEI) Fl-IGITTI deli! to summerslde and Moncton

Phone Maritime Central Airways Limited. 2061 or 640.

SPECIALS AT THE MAME ELENA Beauty Salon. Phone 2191 for one week only. 37.00 Machine- less Wave for 5350.

MJV. ESIIIMO. - Freight will be accepted up to 5 P. M. Thurs- day. April 26th. for next sailing of MJV. Eskimo to St. John's. Nfld. For space reservations and rates Phone 1605.

THE LIBEIIAI. Prcmicr stud the people of Rocky Point will be satisfied with n Vendor's Store in- stead of transportation. What WIII the people of Rocky Point say on April 26th?

Search For Blly Ended Happily

He was having a wonderful time all by himself, but of course the policeman had to come and spoil it. There are not many chances for El three-year-old to travel and see the inviting big world outside the backyard and little Gordon Clarke was making the most of the one he had.

In the meantime he had nearly driven his mother hysterical, fire- men on the job. saw a boat launched on Government Pond. had Police scouring the neighbor- hood and provided plenty of ex- citement for a crowd of onlookers.

of course it was all A mistake. but here is how it happened. Gor- don. who lives on Brighton Road. had set out bravely on his tricycle. He decided to cross the street to Government Pond and drive along the roadway there. Perhaps he got tired pedaling and decided to go for a walk instead.

The first big moment came when a casual motorist who had seen the little fellow on the trike suddenly missed him. The trike was still there lying on its side by the culvert which comes out from across Brighton Road. But there were no signs of Gordon. Other children nearby reported hearing a youngster crying and that was all that was needed to start the

big search.

Folks along the way stopped to peer into the muddy waters of the. pond trying to find the boy; police came to direct the search; the Fire Department sent a truck with its boat used in rescue work: dozens of citizens helped to look for him.

It was about an hour after the alarm that police saw a tired look- in: little boy wandering aimlessly on Ambrose street. Since Govern- ment Pond had failed to yield any body they rightly suspected that the youngster was Gordon. Taken home he was only mildly interest- ed in the big fuss he had created and last night he was safely tuck- ed lnto his bed as usual

sclasca Flsds lliw Way To Step lady ilailraatll odors

Ever since August. 1050. when "Reader's Digest" published an article titled "Nature's Deodorant" describing the discovery that spec- ially proceased chlorophyll. when taken internally. stopped body and perspiration odors. scientists have been working feverishly to make the ideal tablet.

After months of experimentation. these men achieved their goal. The tablet called Voids is now on sale at all drug and cosmetic A .

One Voids tablet swallowed wit water stops perspiration odor from all parts of the body for in hours or more. yet does not prevent the flow of healthful perspiration and are as "safe as a salad" to take.

one Voids tablet chewed ' lately after drinking or afur eat- ing garlic. onions or spicy foods complete! neutraliaes breath odor.

Voids. in spite of their superior- ity. . the lowest in price. 0 tab- let at else. use; so tablet month's aupvly. Ilsa.

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IN MEMORIAM

MIG. MICHAEL J. CONNOLLY -5....

The death occurred at the Charlottetown Hospital on Mon- day. February 19th. 1951. of Mrs. Michael J. Connolly after is week's illness. Although in failing health for the past two years her death came as a great shock to her family and friends. Of a quiet and unassuming disposition, she was greatly beloved by all who knew her. Her cheerful manner won for her a host of friends. Deeply devoted to her family. she will be sadly missed in her home. where she was always a loving mother. A

She leaves to mourn three sons. John. James and Peter. and two daughters. (MaysIe) Mrs. D. J. MacDonald and (Laurie) Mrs. P. L. Macnally, all of Charlottetown. Her husband and eldest daugh- ter. (Katharine) Mrs. W. Laurie Crowley predeceased her in 1936. Also left to mourn her memory are four sisters. namely. Mrs. J. B. Callahan and Miss Sue Duffy of Milton. Maser, Mrs. J. A. Nich- olson of Dorchester, Mass.. and Mrs. William Acorn of Millvlew. P.E.I.. and one brother .Philip Duffy of Dorchester. Mass.

The funeral. which was largely attended. took place from the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. J. MacDonald to St. DunaI.an's Ba- silica. The Requiem High Mass was celebrated by Reverend Pat- rick McMahon who also conducted service at the grave. Many floral tributes. Mass Cards. telegrams and letters of sympathy were re- celved by the family.

The pallbearers were: Stewart Scrlmgeour. Gordon Toombs. Al- ban MacDonald. Lyster Maclnnis. Patrick Doyle and .l. F. Connolly-

All that was mortal of a lovinii mother was laid to rest in the family plot in the Catholic Come-

IN TAEMORIAM

WILLIAM REAGII SEAMAN

In the quiet of the evening hour on October 31st. 1950. in the P- E. I. Hospital, death came with shocking suddenness to his relat- ives and friends. when William Rieagh Seaman passed to the "59 immortal. Two weeks previous he became seriously ill and being UV" ourcd with a strong Conslifullon. rnllied sufficiently that fond P101388 were entertained for his recovery. but were suddenly impelled In his untimely passing.

Mr. Seaman was born on the New Glasgow Road on June 17th. 1894. the third son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Seaman where he resided for several years. later moving to Brackley Beach where he operated a farm. While yet. a young man he went to New Jersey, U. S. A.. where he became a skill- ed mechanic, later locating in Charlottetown where he operated his business known as Seaman's Auto Body Works. There he built a splendid business. and throuzh glligence. klndllness. patience and

onesty. made many friends who now miss his quiet wholesome hu- mour. his ever present tolerance for the opinion of others.-he was a faithful friend. a great compan- ton.

On August. 1033. he was united in marriage with Miss Lillian E. Mbore. R. N., daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Moore. Mil- ton. who now with their only son Lloyd. student at Prince of Wales College. sadly mourn and miss the loss of a good husband and loving father. There are also left to mourn. two brothers, Alexander of Brackley Beach and Rrundell in Charlottetown, proprietor of sea- man's Beverages. his older broth- er Harry Heath having passed away in 1900. He wu also predec- eased by his father in 1020 and his mother in 1045.

His funeral services were held at Zion Presbyterian Church where he had been a member for several years. and were feelingly conduct- ed by his pastor, Rev. Carlyle Web- ster and the Rev. Mr. Piercey. I-lia remains were taken to Milton and buried in the family plot. the service at the grave being conducted by the Rev. Mr. Piercy. Rector of Milton Parish and Rev. Mr. Webster.

Many floral tributes bore silent testimony to the place he won in the hearts and minds of his many friends. The pail bearers were Messrs. Charles Earle. Arthur Dov- er. H. J. Hobbs. Jack H. Lewis, James smith and Stewart Moore.

Card. Of Thanks

The family of the late W. R. Seaman wish to say "Thank You" to all who sent flowers. letters and cards of sympathy. and those who helped in so many ways during their sad bereavement.

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of

use 1 Mrs. Gertrude Cecelia Trainer

Always in our hearts. Mother. Brothers and sisters.

IN MEMEJAM

In loving memory of FREDERICK L. BULMAN of the II. C. A. F.. lillied in Action. April 28rd. loll.

' .',. Iiememhercd by His Aunt. Mrs. Hamilton Horne.

IN MEMORIAM

In loving I!:;:ory of our dear Mother. Mn. Ito-llsaa Wall. who passed away April 23rd. 1041. Deep In our hearts a memory is

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Of one we loved. and will never forget.

And though the years be many or

ow we will iuwsyu be thinking dear Mother of you. lnvlngly Relnembe u: by Daugh- ters. Mra. Wilfred Whltloek.

Mn. Colin Burt and Son Roy.

1 tropical countries the struggle

strange But True

B7 l'.lI. MacArthur

Flogging was not abolished in the United States until 1061. but in Canada. whipping as a punish- ment for crime is still a penalty under certain definite sentences, but it is not applied to the gentler sex.

once upon a time Russia used the brutal knout (whip) on all murderers. The knout was com- posed of many thongs of hide in- terwoven with wire. 125 lashes usually caused death.

Then Scotland used to have a peculiar and terrible mode of pun- ishment which they named the boot. it was chiefly used to extort confessions from , cted crin- inal.s. This gadget was made of iron. sometimes wood and iron. and was fastened to the leg. wed- ges being driven between the leg and the boot.

About the year woo. the Scots invented iron shoes which they heated and put on the feet of criminals.

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If you are suspicious that your favorite eating place is serving you oleo instead of butter. just place a bit of the product on a spoon and hold a lighted match under it till it dissolves. If but- ter, the liquld will foam. 0leomar- garinc will not. It's a simple test. Try it.

These were the dying words of Cecil Rhodes:

"So little done, so much to do! Good-bye. God bless youl" Driving an ox team on a long journey that started four miles out of Indianapolis on the National Highway, inspired Ezra Meeker to

write a story called "The Ox Team." Eric Saxby. Regina bell- hop.

built the Queen Mary in minia- ture. but it took him a year to do it as he only worked two nights a week for three hours at a time.

It is a 32 inch model of the fam- ous ocean liner. has 1,000 port- lidlcs. three funnels. and 24 life- boats.

The pint. sized Queen is con- structed of fiber board. cloth and picture wire - single strands and balsa wood.

By applying what he learnt at Esquirnalt. B. C.. Saxby built his wonder ship in his home work- shop in Regina.

Wooden money that was worth money was once issued by the Chamber of Commerce in Tenino. Wash.. to thaw the frozen assets held by an insolvent bank. Deposi- tors could assign up to 25 per cent of their account to the Chamber of Commerce which issued the script. When the banks assets were real- ized the wooden money was re- deemed.

Feed molasses is now being man- ufactured from lodge pole pine and larch wood. The Forest Products Lab. of the U. S. Department of Agriculture. Montana. say that it can be fed to livestock with good results.

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Wormwood is a perennial plant cultivated for its oil. used in lini- merit. Crops run 16-20 pounds of oil per acre worth 90 to 120 doi-

lars. over 3,000 acres are now grown in different sections of America. Wormwood is easy to

grow and makes a good side line fonfarmera in need of extra re- venue.

There are 2.390.000 seeds in one pound of sheep's grass; 1.560 in golden oat grass. and 140.000 seeds to the pound in perennial rye

grass.

Cocksfood grass yields 23,000 lbs to the acre on good soil which. when dried. shrinks to 12.00) pounds. High standard timothy will return 40,000 pounds. shrink- ing to 17,000 pounds when season- ed. It has been said, with much truth. that the eyes are the win- dows of the mind. Generally speaking. a large eye is a sign of strength. honesty and courage. while a small eye stands for the reverse of these qualities. Those with bright eyes. are usually hap- py contented persons. It used to be a widely held notion that squint eyes were the sign of dis- honesty and that persons posses- ing them ought. not to be trusted. Don't believe it! A squint is a mechanical defect which has noth- Lug to do with a person's charac- ter.

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All truly great men have great or large skulls. but all men hav- ing large skulls are not great men. 22 inch is a good average measure- ment for an adult male pate; 32 1-2 for the North Americans. German and Anglo-Saxon heads.

And strange but true. the in- habitants of oolder countries have heavier brains and larger skulls than those poaseued by people of southern latitudes. Why? Well. in to live is not so great as it is in North- ern latltudes. In other words. the faculties of the mind of southern peoples is not so much called forth in the struggle to exist.

IN MEMORIAM

INA CAIIIIIIII FINLAYSON

The death occurred in the Gen- eral I-lospltal. Hamilton. Ontario. on March 27th. of Ina Carrier Fin- layson at the early age of 42 years.

The daughter of Mrs. George Carrier and the late Mr. Carrier. she WI; born at Cherry Valley. P. E. f.. on July it. 1000.

There are loss. one son. In of Southport. P. E. L; her mother. Mrs. Jemima Carrier. Cherry Valley; three sis- ters (Bertha) Mrs. ltlchard Mut- low. Millvlew. P. I1. I.: (In) Mrs. Elmer Glow. Cherry Valley; (ut- tie) Mrs. Lao rrlnail. Ilarehflsld. P- I-'. 1-: also one ar James nitric line at Niagara 1113. on