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"Ths Strongest Memory is Weaker Than . ' the Weakest Ink.”

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"The program announced by Hon. Brooke‘ Ciaxton, Defence Minister, for military training in Canada of groups of officers from signatory countries of the North At- lantic Pact commends itself (says The Gazette) as constructive and useful from several standpoints. It should have an obvious practical value in supplementing the basic training of the visiting officers in their own countries, and in furthering the co- ordination of planning and methods by all the pact countries to strengthen the col- lective security resources so essential to the treaty's success. But beyond that it should, as Mr. Claxton pointed out in Par- liament last week, have also an important psychological value in promoting friendly relations between members of the defence forces participating in the plan and in em- phasizing the unity of aim and mutuality of effort required to make the antilaggression agreement work.

“It is significant that the officer training scheme is an outgrowth of Mr. Claxton’s attendance at the Paris meetings in Novem- ber of defence ministers and chiefs of staff of pact nations, and his subsequent visits to other Western European countries. One of the principal phases of the working agree- ments reached in Paris was co-ordination of planning between various countries and regional groups, and laying the groundwork for such steps as standardizing combat procedures and communications methods.

“This particular aspect of implementing the pact should be helped by Canada’s pro- posal, which is to train in this count:;- up to 250 officers annually from the ground forces and air forces of Atlantic Pact coun- tries. This plan would be integrated with existing arrangements for reciprocal officer rtralnlng now in effect with Britain, the United States and France. It may be hoped that the project can be made a fruitful nucleus of friendly and smooth-working re- lations between the co-operating defence units of the North Atlantic proponents o floint security. -

“The question of sovereignty and man- agementcontrol which was raised in regard to training of overseas personnel here be- fore the last war, would not seem to arise

‘All the visiting trainees would be in Cana- iiian establishments, under Canadian di- rection and trained under Canadian meth- ods. It is to be hoped that there will be an encouraging response to the invitations already issued to Atlantic Pact nations to send men to take advantage of the scheme.”

A Gaseous Fertilizer

rrom the deep South comes word that In eleven states a recently developed tech- nique is being adopted for fertilizing the Just three years ago, reports the New York Times, the Agricultural Experimental Station of the Mississippi State College an- nounced to farmers that anhydrous am- monia is the most economical source of nitrogen available. Anhydrous ammonia is a gas that becomes a liquid under pressure. In 100 pounds of the substance there are eighty-two pounds of nitrogen as compared with thirty-three pounds of the element in 100 pounds of ammonium nitrate.

Special equipment is needed to allow the farmer to apply the liqulfied substance to the soil. A large transportation tank con- tains the anhydrous ammonia in the form of a liquid under pressure. A smaller tank is filled from it and attached to a field tractor. The tractor is equipped with long curved knives that cut into the ground. At- tached to each knife is a. steel tube which conveys the semi-gaseous fertilizer to, the loll as controlled by the operator. The sub- stance is five times as concentrated as ni- trace of soda—another nitrogen source-—and two and one half times as concentrated as Animoniated nitrate.

EDITORIAL NOTES Sixteen more days till Easter.

Welcome to Mr. Msltlsnd MacKle, Jr., a farmer par excellence. O 0 O

Russiafs farm statistics are not notable, but give theactuel; figures in place of the meaningless percentages to which soviet publicity has accustomed us. -

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.. ,__.-. _,__= hem man would exchange private enter- prise for such uncertain and unsatisfactory bureaucracy? ' O O O

The Art Centre has given another push to the movement started by the I. O. D. E. for -the establishment of a'Provinciai Mu- seum. It will take many vvilllng shoulders to assure its success.

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The good that Principal Robertson did in life has not been “interred with his bones". On the contrary, it is blossoming forth in a renewed interest in college edu- cation, and the establishment of university scholarships.

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The ease with which jet planes flying at high altitudes over_ this city could be taken for “flying saucers” gives a good example of how suggestion, and sight of a tiny ob- ject can impose upon even generally reliable observers. ‘

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It is interesting to recall, in respect to Dr. Alexander E. Kerr's Robertson Lecture on the Fixture of the Individual. that Earl Russell, whom he quoted on this subject also refers to Communism as representing the horde, the very antithesis of individual-

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Yesterday was the second day of spring and the last day for the old C. N. R. freight rates. Today Maritime shippers will sadly scan their prepaid bills of lading and sigh for competitive hauling which will put them on an equal basis with their contreres in Ontario and Quebec.

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An international rifle shooting contest will be one of the many features being plan- ned for next year’s Festival of Britain, which opens in May. Invitations for this event are being sent by the British National Rifle Association to all members of the In- ternational Shooting Union. Two special meetings are being arranged—one in Scot- land and one at Bisley. Commemorative awards will be presented.

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Elizabeth, Queen of England~and Ire- land, daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, died this date 1603. Her antagon- ism to Mary Queen of Scots is usually ascribed to jealousy, but it should be re- membered that till her death in 1587, Mary was the centre of plots aimed at Elizabeth’s life and throne. H81; reign is marked by the rise of England's naval power, the de- feat of the Armada, and the most extra- ordinary outburst of intellectual energy in English history.

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The present session ofthe Quebec _Legis- lature will prorogue by Easter, and Liberal thoughts are turning intensively to their convention to be held in Montreal on May 19 and 20. The choice of a leader to suc- ceed Senator Adelard Godbout is the main matter for the convention to deal with, though of course, there will be enunciation of principles and policy in what is popu- larly called a platform. Prime Minister St. Laurent will give an address, but leave be- fore a choice of leader is made to avoid any suspicion that the Provincial Liberals are influenced by Federal Liberals.

The late I-Ion. J. J. Johnston once de- clared that his then leader, Premier Bell, had taxed everything “tangible and in- tangible". The phrase is recalled in con- nection with Premier McNair of New Brunswick, who has introduced 8. “Con- sumer Tax” to apply to "tangible personal property," and would correspond in essence to the Province’s tobacco and gasoline taxes. In addition to food, fuel and shel- ter, he said that many things used in agri- culture and fishing would not be taxed. While meals consumed on the premises where sold would come within the act, they would be exempt where the price was be- low a certain level.

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Five years ago, on the morning of March 24, 1945, the Allies succeeded‘ in landing two complete airborne divisions, in- cluding the 1st Canadian Parachute Bat- talion, on the east bank of the Rhine River in Germany. The alrbome units cut off the rear while armoured and infantry units crushed the Germans frontally. The,at- tack, tremendous in scdle, was highly suc- cessful, and by mid-aftemoon Allied air- borne and ground forces had linked up, ‘consolidating a bridgehead 30 miles long and seven miles deep. The Germans fell back 15 miles and attempted to establish a new line but British armoured units were upon them before they could complete their preparations. Two days of fighting broke the new German positions. First Canadian groimdti-oopsacross thekhineweremen of the Highland Light Infantry who cross- ed on the morning of the 24th. They were followedby men of the North Nova Scotia Highlanders end of the stormont, Dimdas and Glemnrry I-liglniamiers. of the bridge-

’ fought by these units, the bet-

tI¢<.d..Bienen.shared in byithe North Novas

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5lr.—Since at the present time Dalhousie University ' has estab- lished a scholarship to honor the memory of the late Dr. S. N. Rob- ertson. snd the admirable annual serieg qt lectures in memory of Dr. Robertson has been inaugurat- ed. you might be interested in re printing the following poem by Dorothy Duchemin which was composed ‘shortly after Dr. Rob- ertson’: death and was published originally in the Toronto Satur- day night in June, 1938.

HE DWELT Obi I-IILI5 (To the late Dr. S. N. Robertson of P. W C.)

On hills more high then most men could ascend

He dwelt, but came each morning down to be '

With youth, the youth he loved; no trivial tree

Of learning did he plant. but one to bend

Against the‘ roof of Heaven: he did suspend

All littleness of life. let the full

sea

Sweep mightily until young minds blown free

Of dust. something of Truth could comprehend;

There stood that autumn day. around his grave.

The young; the rich: the poor whose staring piste

I-Ie filled. To each, so silently. he gave

That on no heart was gratitude a weight.

Back to the sea has rolled so great a wave

That miles of quivering stretch desolate.

shore

Mrs. Duchemln is at present teaching in the Department of English at the Prince of Wales College.

I am. Sir. etc. READER.

HOCICEY & IRATE MOTHERS

Sir.—In your issue of March 20th I read in the Forum a letter writien by a writer who signs her- self “An irate Mother". The let- ter refers to certain remarks made on the floor of our Provincial Legislature by Premier Jones and Mr. George Saville, M.L.A.

The righteous indignation of I good and wise mother has coin- manded respect in all ages, and it behooves the readers of the Forum to note carefully what on this occasion has inspired “An Irate Mother's" wrath. One might na- turally suppose that it. was some words designed -to corrupt youth and to tempt them away from a useful and virtuous life. On ex- amination however. we find that the principal cause of her wrath was some few and very timely critical remarks made in respect

late captivated the youth of our Province. and s goodly proportion of the middle-aged and hoary- headed manhood as well.

It. seems to me just too bad that any wise mother would give such impasloned and whole-hearted “100 per cent" encouragement to I sport that on Prince Edward Is- land has already apparently gone away beyond the bounds of whole. some moderation-and more es- pecially as it is a sport that from its very strenuous nature is ill- fitted as an evening and midnight pastime for hard-working farm- boys. That the sport is st present extremely fascinating to players ‘and onlookers alike is obvious enough from the fact that all during the past winter it has- not only as Premier Jones de- plorea-oaken easy precedence over short agricultural courses at Prince of Wales College-—but likewise over church and school meetings of all sorts including choir practice: and believe it or not, over dances. old-time and modern. Perhaps indeed if the truth were fold. over meetings of the Farmers’ Federation and Women‘: Institutes.

Personally I think it regrettable that Mr. Seville, a dcughty M.L.A., has hastened to placate "An Irate Mother" by explaining sway the apparent meaning of the Premier‘: remarks in respect to hockey. Whatever meaning these words might tend to convey. he sssuru “Irate Mother” that the legislat- ors sre srdeai. hockey fans; and 0 for the women, to say he lihu them is to put it mildly indeed!

I am, Sir. etc. ' A SERIOUS OBSERVER.

STILL IRATE

Sir.-—I hsve reed Mr. Ssvil.le's "gallant" reply to my letter and Webster ssye "gallant" means showing courtesy and respectlul deference to women. What I shame some of the Federation wo- men directors did not sccompsny that delegation to the Legislature.

Mr. ssville denied that he had been quoted as alleged in either of the local papers. Now what locsl pipers he mews one cannot say. but if he wishes the clippings I have of his statement. he can have them. I have so interesting scrap book where Iksqa he doings

of the Iqislshu-e P. I. I. and the photographs the. members as they sweep in the pram. so they are st head. But it Its.

ssvlile digs into ‘the filed of tin! ncwqqggfl MP. I. I. on liar. 1. mo. he will find the clippings I have. Furthermore one of our locsl clergyman must have read it II he spoke of it in the Whit sud did not sgrse wilb,.it.'

A newcomer robotic! 10 pint! intelligent but be sorely , mutt

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1 what. they have said, as Preunier Jones’ supporters are circulating that be was only joking when he insulted the Federation of Agri- culbure. It is a common sayms that they may fool some of the people some of the time, but nor. all the people all of the time.

Mr. Savil1e’s poetic touch was very nice. but we need every-day language to rule our land. and we expect our members to do a man- size job.

I am, Sir. etc.

"AN IRATE MOTHER". O‘Leary. P. E. I.

DISGRACEI-‘UL ROAD

Sir,-——I am writing this letter concerning our highways. es- pecially the clay highway leading from Hardy‘: Store to the shore. where about 25 peopie‘res1d'e. We have on several occasions inter- viewed the Government about it: all we ever got was a good faith- ful Liberal promise which doesni. carry us very far over.tliese bad places. We have insterviewed Mr. Barbour when Minister of.Puvbl:c Works; all we got from him was also a promise. But then Mr. Barbour was more concerned about obtaining his own seat in the Senate. Mr. C. C. Baker and Mr. Enman. oi‘ Bedeque. have both been more interested in their own

obs.

Now this road is only half I mile. and clay for grading is only half a mile away. It could be graded in about a couple of days. This road is very -importantnas all the sand for the surrounding country is trucked over it. The road is a disgrace to any Govern- ment. It. could be repaired so cheaply. The mail driver is sup- posed to go over it, and cream men also. We could never 86': 1?- plowed in winter to get a doctor in case of sickness.

The Members don‘i know this place, only when they are looking for votes. and they come with big hand-shakes.

This wall is a disgrace to the Public Works Department. Will we get any better service from the new Minister?

I am. Sir. etc. TRAVELLER. Capo 'I‘rsverse,- P. E_. I.

MEEK UNDER. BEVILEMENT

sir.—Kindly give me mace to express my, views of our Farm Forum.

It is with pride we view the action of our Federation oiificiais in presenting their brief to the Government. and the gentlemanly way they acted under the boom and insults and childish advice given them.

I think those farm leaders rep- resenting over 80 per cent of our farmers in the Province, must. have made Premier Jones feel un- plensnt by their gentlenunly con- duct. if he has s conscience that causes him to reflect on his past actions. They were fulfilling the bibiicsl psusge "being reviled, re- vile not sgsin."

Now as to his childish advice to go home and raise ansll fruit. would it be the Premier has tried those out for fodder on his fine herd st. Bunbury?

Much as we were dlnppointed in the attitude of the Pranier. we were much more disappointed in our represen-tstivm from lst. Queen‘: sud 4th Prince who rep- resent ihe farmers of our Forum _in the Legislature. When suited to Aissseocisto themselves from the notion of the Premier. they did not have the welfare oi the tumors of their district enough st hurt to raise their voice vsnd cast their votes on their behalf.

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SONG 01'‘ THE SPEAKER

We are not certain that the ibi- lowing apt and ingenious parody was composed by the Speaker of our House of Assembly. He will. however. we have no doubt, per- use it. with interest.—'I‘he Examin- er, March, 1874: '

with patience weary and worn, With eye-lids heavy as lead. The Speaker sate in his Chair of State, - Nodding his drowsy head; And whilst the dull debate Maintained its sluggish reign. The dubious doze. which refuses repose. ' Suggested these thoughts to his brain. 'I‘alk—'I‘slk——'1'alkl Whilst the cock is crowing aloof. And Talk—talk—talk! Till the stars shine on the roof: It's Oh. to be the slave, The infidel dog of the Turk, Rather than sit in superintend This sham legislative work! \.

T.ali:——'l‘ali:——'I‘a-l.k! The rattle never flags; And what. are its products? little.

alas, But rhetoi-ic’s \Wl'€wh9d regs. A shattered joke. or I naked lie, 01 csndoi-'s cent a. store.

And a whole so blank, that sleep _

I thank, If it cast it‘: shadow o'er.

Talk—Talk—'.l'alki

I-‘rom weary chime to chime;

And talk—tai.k—t.alk!

As if silence were a crime-

‘Oh' and ‘Order’ and ‘Hear.’ ‘Hear’ and ‘Order’ and ‘No’,- Till every sense is as drowsy and

dense . As the Lye that hath lost its glow.

Talk—TsIk——Talkl '

in the dull snd heavy night.

And tslk--tslk-‘tutti

When the sun is warm and bright; Tia ever 1 winter to me, No change the seasons bring, And naiure gay in her bridal srrsy, But twits me with the spring.

"Oh. but. for one short hour.

A respite. however brief.

From these uttered nothings that should fill

Ilhe s-t.a»te.sman's mind with grief!

A little more work. s little less tolls,

Might ease the couunon fete;

But the country's unsrt. ac-ve touches the heart .. _

or the Moloch of Debste."

With patience weary and WOHI, With eye-lib heavy ss lesd.

’I\he Speaker sste in his Chair of

state

Nodddng his drowsy head:

And wil;iel‘sit.1ths dull debate Mllbh is sluggish r

The dubious dole whlcheun.

repose- . which desdens. ole only to cup“; our wces— '

suggested these ihoudiis to his brain

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In . . And some use ssyfiisdb isms‘ they _sro;'-bow um! I friendly on stars topsunsmea in mid "9 , .' And as remote. is midnight‘:

I - has grown with it.

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—-Quebec Ohron-icie-Telegraph.

osesr A. Olson, the ‘Vancouver old-timer who has given $100,000 to the Rotary Club for community work. has let s fine example in generosity sud public spirit. Mr. Olson came to Vsncouver in 1007 and. as the saying goes, started "on I shoestring". Thst “shoe- sta-ing" has grown into -live suc- cuful companies headed by. Mr. Olson snd Mr. Olson’: generosity Mr. Olson is grateful for his success and he wants to share it with others. The $100,000 he has given for commun- ity service hss no hard-and-fast stipulations. The donor merely

buearies, UBC scholarships, Cans- disn National Institute for the Blind. Children's Hospital or sim- ilar projects. — Vancouver Pro- Vince. T O

The first full-dress oerenlonisl occasions since the war raised a strange problem. Tiaras were found to be in very short supply“ and several ladies were hard put to it to obtain the correct headgear for the French Emibenyb recep- tion. Two sellers of tissue in. Chris- tie's on the morning of the event found themselves entsrlly on I strong buyers‘ market. Most tiarss. so Jewelers tell me. have been broken up in recent years; O¢den's had none in stock. Car- tier‘s "miflht have two or three". the Goldaniths and Silversmith! none. But. the jeweler: pooh- poohed the ides that any of the guests would be so indecorous as to wear paste. The cost of hir- ing tiarss has risen steeply since the war, but it is encouraging to discover that the insurance oom- psnies still ssk for only :2 in every 15,000. But then. ‘of course. they only insure against loss or theft by a third party; "Not." I we! told with some dignity "against infidelity of character." -— London Observer. Thesesreflsedsyswhenwehesr much of the fsilule of marriage, its misfits, its sorrows, its trage- dies. Yet all about us, in every