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THE GUARDIAN: CIIARLOTTETOWN

' . THE ED UCA TIONAL HORIZON

PRESENTING NEWS AND views or lN'l'EREST ro TEACHERS AND ALL omens SEEKING IMPROVEMENT IN EDUCATION

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C. T. F. CONVENTION REPORT

By Mr. Earle Jellcy O O O

The thirtieth conference of the Canadian Teachers' Federation was held at the Charlottetown Hotel. Charlottetown, P. E.I., from the 7th to the 9th of August, 1951.

The conference opened inform- ally on Monday evening. August 6th, with a buffet supper through the courtesy of the Alberta Teach- ers' Association. This gave a splendid opportunity for the dele- gates and noii-delegates to get ac-, quaintcd.

The first session of the coiifer- i-nce was Tuesday morning. A: that time, Dr. l... Bernice Mac- Naughton presented the gavel L.) the president, Mr. E, T. Wiggins In thanking Dr. MacNaugliton, Mr. Wiggins said, that he knew of no souvenir or memento of work in education that he would treasure more than the gavel, and knew of no one from whom he would rath- er receive it than from the past

president.

Following this, I-lis Worship Mayor MacDonald uelcomed thel delegates to the city. and Miss'

Mabel 0'Brieii, our president. ex- tended : very hearty welcome on behalf of the Island Teachers Federation.

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After the rcading of the minutes and appointment of committees. Mr. Wiggins presented his presi- dential address. This proved to be a masterful report, and was a highlight of the convention. as far as I was concerned. I should like to read a short portion of the lat- ter part of the address:

"In the city of Rome last Sun- day night, I spent two hours with the chief administrator of the Marshall Plan aid to Italy, and I learned a new concept of citizen- ship. I was given evidence from the source that the material as- sistance North America has pour- ed into Europe during the past four years has not been in vain.

"I learned that Italy for the first time is tasting the benefits of democracy and that here in pouibly a small way we were see- lng in operation something almost unknown on the political level. the Golden Rule in actual practice.

”North America and the western world have accepted the challenge to save our way of life for all who believe in the basic freedoms and the dignity of the common man. And where does the school and the teacher fit into the plan? Without the teacher and the srhool.therc can be no plan. With- out concerted effort and unity of purpose, no plan can be carried to fulfillment. And here in Canada. the Canadian Teachers' Federation has. Just within its grasp, the op- portunity to become not only a contributing force. shaping the destiny of Canada. but the most powerful force for good that exists in the whole nation. No other teachers' organization in the whole world includes as high a proporw Lion of possible members among, its actual members as does thel Canadian Tcachcrs' Federation.

"We must go on; there can be no thought of dividing, no thought of diluting our effectiveness. no hesitation of accepting the chal- lrnge of a Europe who says: 'YOll talk it lot, you Canadians, about Unity and co-operation and har- mony and the brotherhood of man.

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All right, Canadians, show us what you meant 'iLadies and gentlemen. I'm

pleading with you that in our de- liberations of the next few days we may accept that challenge. I'm pleading for tolerance and under- standing in the problems that may divide us. Don't let us show Eu- rope that our principles are only uords, but let us this week show Canada. anti through Canada the world, that Canadian teachers stand loyal and firm and united for the truths we all believe." 0 O l

The sct:i'ctai'y-treasurer. Mr. Croskery, then gave his report. This report consisted of two parts: A report of the year's activities and recommendations with respect to certain important matters.

In his report, Ml'. Cros-kery said that improvement in the education

of the Canadian child and ach- Miss Jacqueline MacDonald. Miss V,-Hue someone is speaking

icvement of 't higher status for the teaching profession are the twin objectives of the Canadian Teaclicrs'l-'cderation. Better teach- ers will result in better education for the child, and better" educated children and youth growing into more enlightened citizens will ul- timately result in il greater ap- preciation of the importance of the teacher. and raise the status of the profession.

His report also dealt with re- search and Federal aid. Fraternal

HIST

i. What new problems of gov- ernment arose with the comlng of the Loyalista to Canada?

Until the Loyalists came to Can- ada French-speaking colonists were by far in the majority, but the Loyalists changed it to a largely English-speaking country. The Quebec Act in many way: was no longer suitable. as it did not pro- vide for an assembly. The Loyal- ist: were accustomed to self-gov- eminent and English institutions.

To meet these changed condit- ions the Constitution Act. was passed in 1791. Canada was divided Into Upper and Lower canada.the .Dih1a.-Rlver being roughly the dlvidingline. The Government was to consist of (l) a Governor-Gem are! appointed by the Crown: (II) a Lieutenant-Governor for each Province appointed by the crown; (m) I Legislative council on- pointod by the Governor for life: (IV) Ian Executive Council ap- pointed by and holding office at the Governor's pleasure: (V) a Levi-'-tl1eAuembly elected by the

greetings from other organizations were heard. The Tuesday after- noon session was given over to a symposium on educational re- search. The speakers were: Dr. John Robbins, Mr. F. K. Stewart. Dr. Willard Givens. and Miss Eil- een M. Gohlgle.

At seven P.M. the delegates and guests were entertained at a han- quet given by the Government of Prince Edward Island. Honourable A.W. Matheson. Minister of Health and Welfare, ,Jl'OSldEd in the ab- sence of the Premier. Dr. L. W Shaw, Deputy-Minister of Educa- tion. was the principal speaker. He outlined some of the peculiar con- ditions and problems which cori- fiont the people of Prince Edward Island generally and the teaching profession particularly. Dr. Shaw's remarks were both enlightening and entertaining.

President Wiggins spoke of the hospitality and friendliness shown the C. T. F. delegates and thanked the Government appropriately for the courtesy ex.cnded in arrang- ing this banquet.

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Wednesday morniiig was occu- pied with the symposia on Col- lective Bargaining and Tenure as well as on Workshop Techniques. The afternoon session consisted of reports and discussion on Election Procedure, Amendment to By-laws. Procedure for Dealing with Mo- tions, Educational Finance, Fed- etal Aid, International Relations. Public Relations. Education Week. and Superannuation.

The Ontario Teachers' Federa- tion representatives entertained at the tea hour prior to the depart- ure for Dalvay, where the conven- tion delegates and observers were dinner guests of the Provincial

Teachers of Quebec. 0 I 0

At the fifth session on Thui-sda,v morning, the president called on the rapporteurs for reports on the three symposia.

The purpose of the report was: 1. To pick out major points of in- terest; 2. To list weaknesses; and

way. for Educational Research.

Reports of committees followed

The amended budget amounts to 544.670. The chairman of nomina- tions reported that Ml'. Tom Par- ker was the only porson nominat- ed for president. Miss Myrtic Con- way was elected vice president: J. A. S. Williams was appointed director for P. E. I.

On Thursday afternoon, the P. E. Island Teachers' Federation entertained convention delegates and guests (excepting the directors who were in session). by taking them on a delightful bus trip to Belfast. Mu'r'ra'y'River. and Mont- agile. Supper was served at Mont-

ague.

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Friday, August l(). As an ap- propriate supplement to a suc- cessful conference, the P. E. I

teachers arranged an all-day tour of the Island. The trip included visits to Summerside. Kensington, Mai-gate, Clinton. Clifton. Lon; River, Stanley Bridge, Cavendish, and Green Gables.

Luncheon was served through the courtesy of the Town of Sum- mersidc. The Mayor and lllClllbCl';i of the Board of Trade were pre- sent. and past-president Wiggins responded to the Mayor's address of welcome.

During the afternoon. a pleasant interlude was the call at the sum- mer home of Chief Justice Camp- bell, where Mr. and Mrs. Campbell received the guests and served light refreshments. A seafood clin- ner. courtesy of the Nova Scotia Teachcrs' Union. elimaxed an eventful day. Special inentioninust be made of the following. who gave so generously in various ways to make our C. T. F. convention success:

The Department of Education, Miss Mabel Matheson. Mrs. Eliza- beth Wlllett, Miss Hilda Brown. Sister Hclen,MLss Estelle Bowness.

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vcra Simpson, Miss Alice Fraser. P E. I. T.F'. executive. Town of Summerside, the Charlottetown

School Board, teachers and citiz- ens of Charlottetown who gave their cars for transporting visit- ors, Mr. B. Graham Rogers. Chief Justice and Mrs. Campbell, Col. Johnstone (Long River), the IM. T., the Government of Prince Ed- ward Island. Mrs. Harlan Found (who so kindly allowed the visitors to go through L. M. Montgomery's birthplace).

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people for a term of four years. In both Provinces there would be British criminal law. in Upper Canada British civil law and in Lower Canada French civil law. Previous guarantees of religious f.eedom were renewed andclergy Reserves were established for the support of the Protestant Church.

2. What problems did the Act leave unsolved? The boundary line caused hardships to Upper Can- ada. The duty paid at Montreal was not fairly apportioned be- tween the two Provinces un- til the Canada Trade Act was passed in 1922. The New Sys- tem of Government. was supposed to beancxact copy of the British: In reality it gave representative but not Responsible Government and this defeat led to rebellion in 1531...Bittes.st:ife...roged.ovor the Clertxytkeserves as all Protestant d - " claimed a share. Moreover these lands separated and hindered settlements.

A Family Compact arose in Un- pcr Canada and a ScotchgPai-ty in

Association of the Protestant g

3. To make suggestions. ,,mkmg is .. Mr. M. J. Dunsmore was the rap-

porteur for the symposium on 10. If two places are on the Collective Bargaining and Tenure: some meridian one is -- or - Mr. E. G. House, forl Workshop of the other.

Techniques; and Miss Myrtle Coii- W San Mm,

Lower Canada who practically ruled the country in their own in- terests. The French went their own way and the English went theirs without an opportunity of working together and gradually becoming a distinct and united

UNDERLINE THE

Underline the correct word. which is in brackets, in each of the following sentences.

l. Do you approve of (me, my) becoming a teacher.

2. We were glad to hear about (Mary, Mary's) winning the prize.

3. No one thought of (she, her) being a candidate.

4. The light had (went, gone) Olll.

5. She has (took, taken) great pains with her work.

6. (Their, they're) coming was unexpected.

7. I hope we (shall, will) have a good time.

8. Have you (laid, lain) the books on the table.

9. A box of oranges (has. have) been sent to her.

10. Every boy and girl (go. goes) to school.

ll. (Has, have) everyone finish- ed this, their) task.

12. Two thirds of the apples (are, is) his share.

13. Be sure (to. and) close the windows.

14. We (think. calculate) it will take a week to do the work.

FILL IN THE BLANKS

people. The result was much dis- cord and distrust between the two races due to difference of long- uage, customs: law, llglon, and ideals. The Act of 1791 contained many seeds of serious trouble.

CORRE(H3 WORD

Underline the best answers in the following:

1. The chief exports of Mexico are (wool. silver, sisal. petroleum).

2. A hot worn by Mexicans is called a (scrape. adobe. sombrero). 3. Mexico was ruled by span- iards for (150 years. 200 years, 300 years, 1000 years). ,

4. The floating gardens are found in (Mexico City, Tampa).

5. Canada leads the world in the

production of (iron, nickel, wheat, lead, zanc. asbestos. newsprint). 6. The greatest lumbering region in Canada is the (great plain re- gion, Rocky Mountalii region, Pa- cific Coast region).

7. The President of U.S.A. holds office for (four years. two years, ten years).

8. The Pilgrims came to the new world to (worship as they pleased, to elect their own leaders, have their own land).

9. Brazil is called (the sugar centre, the land of coffee, the rice bowl).

10. The only walled city in Am-

Fill in the blanks in the follow- ing sentences:

1, has the largest rope and twine factory in the world. 2. Switchback CanY0n 15 lnrme is the highest peak

3. in the - mountains. 4. Grand Lake is drained by the

River.

5, has the greatest export of salt cod in the world.

5, invented the process of vulcanizing rubber.

7. Barn farming is -1 8. The great winter wheat is m

9. The state that

state

leads in cheese

tin is it national

hero of -

12. A large city near the south- ern end of Lake Michigan is --.

is the great leather w England.

is the largest clock

13. - market for Ne

14. in the world.

15. The French seaport nearest England is -P l6. :- is made from the bark of the cinchona tree. 17. Easter Island belongs to -

A GOOD PARAGRAPH

i. It must deal with only one main idea or happening.

2. Each sentence must tell about this main thought.

3. it must have an interesting beginning sentence. I

4. The ending should be a strong closing sentence. '

5.,It must express your thoughts rather than just what you saw or did. if it is to be interesting in others.

6. Each sentence must link up smoothly with the sentence which went before it.

'I. There should he variety in the way the sentences are formed and in the length of sentences.

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Dramatize the polite procedure

for the following situations:

1. Passing between two people who are engaged in conversation.

2. Taking leave of I. group with whom you have been talking.

3. Leaving the table before the meal is completed.

4. Interrupting the conversation

ll. Accidentally bumping into the teacher.

6. Dropping in book about to be handed to your teacher.

7. Henry greets Miss Brown and Miss Brown replies.

ll. Jean answers the door and greets Miss Green.

9. John greets a man whose name he doesn't know.

it). Edwin introduces Jack Smlth to Norma Young and the acknow- ledgment is mrde. O O O Show the difference between: brews. bruise: cote. coat; clime. climb; bait. bate; pole. poll: graze

grays; lessen, lesson; sweet. suite: wane. waln; claws. clause: frler. fryer; use, ewes; cell, cell: lief leaf: doze. does; gall. Gaul; pore. pour; root. route; flew. flue; chews. choose: ale. ail. PALESTRINA

Greatest of the masters of coun- terpolnt in the old church style was Paleslrina. He is the that tow- ering ngure in the history of mu-

Plerlulgi. but he was called Poles- trlna after the town where he was born.

Although the works of Palestrina sound uninteresting to our cars until we know them well. they are reallv great and wonderful com-

He was a Florentine sculptor. famous for his work as a gold- smlth and his Autobiography of Benvenuu) Cellini, which was written between 1558 and 1582 and first published in 1730. It is one of the most relebratcd autobiog- raphies of history, giving an inti- mate and lively picture of the life

i. (we, wee) mouse today.

2. (sea, see) Did you go on the -- to - a lighthouse?

3. (here. hear) we can't -- you away over

4. (one. won) Jim has -- only -h race.

5. (Some,

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sum) -- people

From the time of Disraeli. the British Prime Minister who got control of the Suez Canal for his country, Britain has been concern- ed over protecting her "life line" of the Empire. The Suez Canal means a short sea route allowing the rapid movement of troops to fronts where they may be needed. The mideast area around Suez provides land and air bases in one of the most strategic locations in the world.

During the past month, the problem of protecting the lifeline has been more acute. The Egypt- ian Government denounced I treaty allowing British forces to stay in the Suez Canal Zone and in mid-October, armed clashes took place between British and Egyptians.

The Anglo-Egyptian treaty of 1936 is the issue in the current

BEVENTU10 CELLIN I

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of the times and of the author's vivid and arrogant poi-soriality Goethe was so fascinated by it that he translated it into German. ceillni was a pupil of monoclon- gelo and for r time was attached to the court of Francis! of France. for whom he made his beat-known piece, a gold salt-cellar. ,

USE THE RIGHT WORD

spend a large of money at

Christmas time.

from that --. 7. (our, hour) He took boat at the of three o'clock.

8. (for. four) Here are ' apples -- you.

9. (ate. eight) The greedy boy : all of the apples.

EGYPT

canal zone. 10.000 troops, 400 pilots and the necessary bases and com- munications. The two nations also reconfirmed an agreement made in 1899 to share the administration of the Sudan.

The treaty has been in dispute since the war. Egypt. has demand. ed that Britain withdraw all its forces and 'abandon the network of aii-fields, naval depots, repair and supply bases. It has also de- manded that the Sudan be incor- porated in Egypt. Britain proposed the establishment of 3 joint Suez defense board and insisted that nothing should be. done to preju. dies the future status of the su- dan. She maintains that the Su- danese themselves muat determine when they are ready for sblf-gov- ernment.

On October 11. Premier Nahas Pasha asked the Egyptian Parlia-

6. (Be. bee) safe and stay away

atcd with the Atlantic Pact. in which the five nations, including Egypt. would be the founding and equal partners. The also of the British forces defending the Suez region would be determined by the five founders. Egypt rejected the plan and on the some day its Par- liament voted to obrogata the 1988

of rioting. The British Government rent 3,- 500 paratrooper: from Cyprus to reinforce the Suez troops. Unrest in the Near East now is the result of the combination of two circumstances. Two world won and economic crisel have under- mined Britain'a strength. Second. ly, there is the factor of rampant nationalism in the Arab world. ) Egypt is a land where 13,000 square miles of fertile. irrigated land is surrounded by 850,000 snuare miles. of desert. In the fer- tile areas of the Nile Valley, the Delta. and the Suez Canal zone live 99 per cent of Egypt's 19 mil. lion people. The structure of society is semi- feudal. At the top are the king, the nobles and a few wealthy business men who share the power. At the bottom are the millions of peasants and workers known on Fellahin. The ruling Wait party, headed by Premier Mustofa Nahaa

their lot.

The Anglo-Egyptian Sudan is a million square mile area on the "filler Nile. Two-thirds of its 7'26 million people are Arabic and Moslem. The southern half is occupied by negro tribes. In the early 19th century, the Turkish- Egyptian Empire used the Sudan as a. slave supply. In 1899 Britain

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