race FOUR THE GUARDIAN

Morning llnlly (Founded In I881) Authorized an liernnd Cinn- Mnll, Pint Olﬂcl llevnrlnwnt, Ottawa.

The Inland Guardian Publishing Co. Editor and Mlllllllng Ulrerlnr, .l. R. Bung“. Loam-Into Editor. Frank Walker.

"The Strongest Memory is Weaker Than the Weakest Ink"

(HAKLOTTETOIYN. SATURDAY. DEC. 24. I940

The Christmas Message

The ke_vnote of Christmas is joy. and tili- rler its spell the goodness and kindness latent in every human heart finds fullest expres- sion. 'l‘ltere is no substitute for its message, if we are t0 have brotherhood and peace and an ordered world. Men and tiations have tried to live as if Christ had never ‘teen DOFII; today we see the fruits of that‘ reptidiatioti on every hand. Somewhere along the road we seem to have tnisscd the right turning; but it is never too latc t0 go hack. Progress depends. not Oil the speed we are making but on the direction in which we are itioving. The true course has been charted long ago, and the Star of Behlehem is there to guide its if we ham cycs to see.

'l‘he promise of “Peace on earth" in the (‘hristnras tidings is not just the absence of war tietwecn nations, however important that may be. it is a state of the spirit. It can dwell tas we know) in the soul of the fighting soldier. sailor and-airman. It can be found in the face of the humblest passer- by. and in homes destitute of all but the barest material necessities. It turns upside down our man-made notions of grandeur llfld power. Always it is concerned with the substance of things unseen. It tells us that in the Divine is something human and in all

human things dwells something of the Divine. Even the folk lore of Christina: proclaims God‘s joy in dwelling with men.

The music of Christmas falls like an

enchantment upon a weary-hearted earth. lt breathes the hope of a coming time when swords will be turned into implements of human helpfulness. It glows with a faith in the things of the spirit and a reassurance that nothing in this world is so mighty as goodwill. that life is safe only as it forgets tself in sacrifice and service to others.

Because of ottr fortunate circumstances

in this Province and throughout Canada. we shall enjoy our Christmas cheer in a measure far beyond even the imaginings of many homeless and destitute people. Let us do so in humble gratitude for many un- deserved blessings. For malty, there will be family reunions around the festive board, and there will be songs and music, and calls upon friends, and high good humour. The bond and password of the day will be the age-old greeting: A Merry Christmas. lllay it be so indeed. to all our readers on this hallowed occasion!

The Late Senator Slnclaii

The late l-lon. John E. Sinclair. P.C.. was the dean of parliamentarians in this Province and one of the stalwarts of the Liberal Party in Canada. He came natur- ally by his talent for politics, his father, the late Mr. Peter Sinclair, being one of the Island's first representatives in the House of Commons after Confederation. His younger brother, Mr. Peter Sinclair, also represented Queen's at Ottawa at the time of his death in 1938.

From the time of his entering the Coni- mons in "i917. Mr. Sinclair devoted himself to mastering every detail of his duties. l-le was familiar with every issue affecting his Province and the Maritimes generally, and was never at a loss, either on the platform or from his seat in the House, in quoting facts and figures. He never assumed the role of orator. ltowever; his speeches were always short and to the point. and he pre- ferred. rather than speech-tnakittg of any kind, to work quietly behind the scenes. His cool judgment, courteous manner and unostentatious habits were characteristic of him at: all times and in all places. In many respects he resembled his former leader, Mr. King. and there were few men outside the leading members of the Cabinet; whose views carried greater weight. I

Despite failing health in recent. years, Senator Sinclair was indefatigable in attend- ing to his responsibilities. The recent ses- sion proved a strenuous one for him. Just before prorogation he suffered minor in- Juries from a fall, and this was followed by the shock of the sudden death of his old friend and room-mate at Ottawa, Sen- ator Copp, of Newcastle, with whom hc had been closely associated for many years.

Weekend Christmas

Because Christmas day chances to fall on Sunday many will be able to enjoy a holiday from their usual employment last-

.1“; until Wednesday morning. The conse-

quence will undoubtedly be to take something of the tenseness from the festivities mark- ing (ihrlstmas day itself. There is plenty of time for the usual seasonal activities and g quiet and contemplative restfulness and

tmflgtriqd participation in services of wor-

ship will probably characterize the day. Gen- erally Christmas preparation and even Christmas day itself have a note of feverish- ness which detracts from the joy proper to the event. This year we have the addi- tional blessing of an extended Christmas- tide.

lzDiliOklAL NUIES

(fhristmas and Sunday will clash so far

as Santa (‘tails is concerned. I I I

Now for a long wock-ctitl alter n strenu- ous week etidenvourittg to make others happy.

It was Ali's. R. E. l\'llltt‘ll who first here agitated for the observance of Boxing Day in the interest. of store clerks.

O I I

Bank annual reports indicate a hearty state of business, and prospects good for the coming year.

O I I

Christmas is a family festival and to those in isolated places. far from home and kindred, It can never be otherwise.

I O I

This has undoubtedly been a mild win- ter. but even so. it is surprising to read of the tire of a taxiing aircraft taking fire on an Icelandic airport.

I O I

Charlottetowirs postal staff have had to cope with a greatly expanded Christmas rush in quarters that are inadequate even for present day normal mails. They prob~ ably have the greatest interest of anyone in having the use of the proposed new build- ing before the season comes around again.

I Q O

The County Court appointments announc- ed yesterday embody an important principle too long ignored. that of promotion on the judicial bench. The logical place to look for candidates for judgeships is amongst those who have given good service in their earlier appointments.

I I O In Ontario it seems that. the busy bee is not yet considered busy enough, and the Ontario Agricultural College has devoted four years of study and experiment. to in- crease honey production and improve pol- lination of farm crops. O I I Abolition of the rank of Warrant Officer in the Ft. C. N. raises the question of the proper method of addressing the holders in their new rank of Commissioned Officer. The title Mister was peculiar to Warrant Officers, all others being addressed by their ratik or rate. as Lieni. Smith or Petty (lffic- or Hawkins. O I I William Makepeace Thackaray; British novelist. died this date 1863. As a itovelist he combines humour and pathos with a streak of cynicism. duc probably to his sensitive temperament: in all his writings his style is cultured and his craftsmanship masterly. His best known works “Vanity Fair", “Pendennis“. “Henry Esmond“, "The Newcomes", “The Virginians". O O O

Ten years ago. on Christmas Day 1939, more than 7,500 members of Canada's Arm- ed Forces were welcomed into almost as many English homes for the first of many Christmases they were to spend overseas. "They had arrived in Britain only a week before. That year. too. Christmas was trele- brated by thousands of troops at sea in troop transports. . . Christmas 1940 was an important one for Canadian troops over- seas. On that day the first Canadian Corps came into being under command of General McNaughton. That Christmas Day also tnarked the arrival overseas of the last. in- fantry battalions of the 2nd Division. . . Christmas Day 194i was one of the dark- cst of World War II for the [JCOPIQ of Can-

ada. '.l‘w0 Canadian battalions fighting in l-long Kong surrendered after a gallant fight against hopeless odds. . . By Christ-

mas 1942. Canada was really beginning to feel the effects of war. 'l‘h0usands of young men were overseas and hundreds who had been at. Dieppe were still in British hos- pitals 0r languislting in German prisoner-of- war camps. Little that was comforting was known of the men who had fallen or been taken at Hong Kong. By Christ- mas 1943. Allied troops could look back with pride upon some of their achievements. The conquest of North Africa had been com- pleted; Sicily was behind them, and they were slugging their way up through Italy. For Canadians who fought in Italy that viiinter, Christmas and Ortona are synony- mous. . . . Christmas 1944 saw Canadian troops fighting in both Italy and Northwest Europe, and they realized a longlstanding ambition when at Christmas they finally came to grips with the enemy on German soil. Many then finnly believed that they would not spend another Christmas overseas. They were right. By Christmas 1945, the war was over and Canada's repatriation scheme was functioning smoothly. However, not: all troops got home for Christmas that year and some did not get home for Christ-

mas 1946.

tlFHE GUARDIAN. CHARLOTTETOWN

Old Charlottetown (And r. n u

GOVERNOR TOIJNGF TOUR

"His Excellency Lieutenant Gov- ernor Young. accomipanied by Mrs. Young, the Hon. liieut. Colonel Lane and .l. P. Collins. left town mi ‘Thursday the ltluh for the westward. On his departure, His Excellency was saluted by H. HS. Columbine, which was re- turned by the guns of the garri- son. On Friday. the cortege ar- rived in New London. when a petition. ntimerously signed by the inhabilati-ts. praying for a initi- gallon of tlic punishment of the prisoners convicted at tllie last Court of a riot and assault at New London on the 15th ult.. and who are now stiffcring imprisonment ll’l terms of their sentence, was presented to His Excellency by the wives of the four unfortunate men. whioh he was pleased to say should receive every consideration.

“After returning to Princctown, where he had spent the preceding itizht. His Excellency proceeded on Saturday to St. Eleanofs. and was at church there on Sunday. o!) Mmlday he proceeded to Port Hill, and arrived at Cascumpec on Tuesday‘. On Wednesday His Excellency and stiitc embarked on board the Columbine, then lying in Cascumpec ltarbour. whicth im- medialﬂy got undcr weigh, and the same day at 3 p.171. were land- ed at Print-clown, under a salute from lhc ship ~- ralhet" an 1m. usual occurrence in that quarter. The same evening the party pm- cceded again to St. Elcanofs. and lihe whole of Thursday was spent in visiting the different parts of that lltlllllfllllllg settlement. the progress of the new Court llousc, and the other objccts now occupy-

ing the site oif what is no doubt] destined to become, at no distant period. a thriving town. i “On Friday they visited Bedeque. Caipe Traverse and Tryon, spend- ing the evening at the latter place. At Bedeque, His Excellency was particularly struck with the high stale of cultivation whidh the country presented, and the slate of the roads throughout. the sel- tlement was such as to call forth

repeated expressions of his ap- probation.

"Leaving Tryon on Saturday tnorning, they arrived in town

about 4 p.m. by way of Crapaud and DeSable. Wc have been in- formed by one of the gentlemen of the party that the road between Tryon and Charlotte-Town was, beyond comparison, the worst. they encountered on their journey. "The Militia having received previous notice. had assembled at

the different places where His Excellency halted. where they were severally insipcc led. Tlhc

punctual attendance of the men, who turned out with tthe greatest alacrity. is highly spoken of. As the weather was remarkably fine, and as His Excellency has ex- pressed himself highly gratified with the politeness and hospital- ity with whicth he was everywhere received, we have no dOUibI. but. an annual excursion to that in- teresting portion of his government will from henceforth be consider- ed by him a settled thing." —Royal Gazette, July 30, 1833.

‘CANNY COLLIE

LAKE VIEW. Australia - (CtPl -.A Border collie. working three sheep in trails here. stopped 55w“ a1 times and looked towards his owner and then back at, one of the sheep, The owner knew that it’ he protested to the judge without cause be would be disqualified. but

he also trusted his dog. An exami- ,nai.lon showed that one of the ‘sheep was blind in one eye.

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HOIV FAR T0 BETHLEHEM?

How far is it. to Bethlehem! Not. very far.

Shall We ﬁnd the stable-room Lit by a star?

Can we see the little Child. is lie within? If we lift the wooden latch ‘May we go in’!

‘May we stroke the creatures there. 0x, ass, or sheep?

May we peep like lhcm nnd see Jesus 8.519(1)? '

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Will He awake?

Will lie know we've come no far Just for His sake?

Great. Kings have precious gifts, And we have naught;

Little smiles and little tears Are all we brought.

For all. weary children Mary must weep.

Here, on His bed of straw, Sleep. children. sleep.

God in His Mothers urns Batbes in the byte,

Slezvp. as they sleep utho ﬁnd Their heart's desire.

~Fra mes Chesterton.

-- Notes By The Way ~

Edmn on is in the middle o! one of he greatest oil develop-l ments in history and yet Edmon- ton, as a city. is getting minimum advantages out ot it. ’l‘nc lid- mon-ton oil fields have entered the realm of colossal business. For the six months ending September 30, i949, the provincial govern- mcnl derived from petroleum and natural gas, $2.2lB.652.34 in foes md rentals. $961,601.90 in l‘O_l'illll‘1> and $9,509,648.47 in the purchase price for leoscs. Al the same time, the expenditure by oil companies has increased proportionately: Three oil companies arc building: refineries in this area at rt total cost o! $30,000,000 and thrsc thrcc refineries will shortly be tiandlmg more tlhan 40,000 barrels a day. — Edmonton Bulletin.

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