British Railroad Workers I Win New Wage Agreement

: By IAN McEWAN

LONDON (Reuters) -- British ,-an.-o.id workers won a new wage dcul Friday less than 12 hours after they called off an impending national strike. .

Union leaders said the first part at the, wage settlement reached in talks with the British transport commission. managers, of the siatecwned system. would bene- fit 60,000 of the lowest paid work- .-.-s. More than 400.000 workers are involved in the demands.

The strike was due to start Sun- day midnight. But after hours of talks. the National Union of Roll- i-.-.iymen suspended the strike ihreat late Thursday night. The new increases will cost the com- mission il.000.000 I Ye”-

Undcr part of the plan an- nounccd Friday. porters and other starting grades get six shillinls 3 week more. It bring: their basic pay in the first year up to i'.6. (is :i week. and to 5:6. as a week in the second year.

Track section men will get E6. 135 a. week-five shillings more- in the first year.

EFFECTIVE MONDAY

sir Brim Robertson, commis-

sion chairman, told reporters the

new rates will be effective from next Monday and any further iii- creases will be retroactive to the same day. ,

The present basic minimum of to. as a week is four shillings less than tha,figure asked by the union

Union negotiators said .Robert- son pa0D0led that the new rates should be accepted Friday in or- der to fix a base rate on which a wage structure could be built. Machinery should be set up to deal. with other grades and rates immediately, they said.

The negotiations do not concern locomotive engineers. firemen and staff clerks. who are covered by separate agreements.

The NUR called off the strike after assurances that the trans- port commission would do business "urgently and without haggling."

Meanwhile, Transport Union leaders Friday accepted increased wage rate a costing employers about 22,700,000 a year for 100,000 provincial busmen employed by private companies.

The new minimum rates are E1. Is for drivers. &7. as (pr conduc- tors and 5:0, is for semi-skilled workers. y

U.S. Navy Icebreaker Sails On Voyage To Antarctica

WELLINGTON, N. Z. (Reuters) The Atka, a United States navy i-ebrcaker shaped like a water- mclon, bravely set sail cl-ue south Friday for a scientific voyage to Antarctica.

The is scientists and 250 officers and men aboard have four objec- i.ll'C5Z

1 They will test new equipment ilzicli can be used by scientists luring a major international geo- physical research program in 196'!-

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2.'They will investigate the site where Rear-Admiral Richard E. Byrd set up Little America. No one knows whether the carefully planed camp last visited by Byrd in 1941 still exists. or whether the grinding pressure of masses of ice has puahed it into the sea.

3. They will do some exploring. They hope to locate mountains. which have been distantly sighted

DEATH OF MES. ALICE CLAY .,'Mrs. Alice Clay. widow of the

ma lldiwin Clay. yassed aiway Nov. :7. 1954. at the Kngs County Hos-

pital in Morita Born Feb. '1, lB'l0. in Mon Jdre. Clay was the daughter the late Wil- liam Vanlnder end Melinda

Annoar. ” Mrs. Clay is aurvi ed by three children. Frank W. of Bridgetown,

Earl S. of Chicago and Carolyn. (Mrs. B. J. Wits) of Chicago; three grand-childrens and one

great-grandchild, and one sister, Pearl. Charles Anderson). Edmonton.

The funeral was held from Mon- tiigue Undertaking Parlours to Lower Montague United Church. The service wa..s onducted by B. J. Cuatancc of Dunclasaasisted by the Rev, ,1. M. Fra.ser,'Mont.aguo.

Pall bearers were Lloyd Mac- Leod. Walter Burdetie. Abert A- corn, Harry MacGregor, Lorne Wigginton, and Wallace MscXon- Me. The music was under the the church organist. Mrs. Austin Ross and hymns sung were "All The Way My saviour Loads Me". "The

in the past. believed to be higher th'an the highest in the European Alps. 4. They will study cosmic rays. take electronic evaluations and study ocean life and whether con- dltiona. The expedition will leave the Antarctic in March. calling at Buenos Airea on its way back to Boston, which it left Dec. 1. The tubby little Ahka has three helicopters aboard to help spot a path for the ship through ice memos and scout out possible sites for weather stations during the two months the expedition will be on the ice-covered continent. The 1957-1958 program will be aided by the first regular airlift to Antarctica. Four-engined cargo and passenger planes will fly regu-- larly from New Zcaland to an air- strip slated to be built on the ice.

Income Tax T-l Forms Revised

0I'I'AWA (C?) - Income tax forms this year embody a new way of showing deductions for depend- ent children.

The !:-l forms now available at post offices across the country set aside space for taxpayers to list each child and the deduction in- dividually. The deductions for chil- dren then are totalled.

On the old farm the total deduc- tions were listed first and the num- ber of children listed elsewhere.

Income tax officials said the new way will be simpler and more easily understood by taxpayers.

The forms also outline wthether ii taxpayer may claim uoo or also for children. The lower figure is for those receiving family allowances which aren't available to some new arrivals to Canada.

Officials said this prtiiably will not affect more than one per cent of all taxpayers.

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..'SUPPEB Odd Fellows Hall. Montague. Wednesday.. Jan. 12. Get your tickets right away. Only limited number available.

..'FUNEBAL SERVICE - The funeral of Mrs. Sylvere Perry, Al- berry Plalris. was held from her late residence Jan. '1 to St. Joach- 1m's Church, Vernon River. for Requiem Mass at 9.30 celebrated by Rev. Urban Glllls, P.P. The choir was under the direction of Rev. 8. Gallant, Charlottetown. who also conducted service at the grave as- sisted by Rev. N. Gallant, Vernon Rlvsr. Pall bearers ware: Brendan Curran. Fred Troy. Louis Hyries. Gerald Power. Raymond Coady. John Gill. Interment was in the Church Cemetery. The funeral was

BIEGULAI meeting Montague Home and School. Monday, Jan. 10. 8:15 gmm. Old School. Demon- stration y Grade Ill. .

Personals

..'Captain George Lake and his wife, Montague. left recently for Fortune, mid. to visit his mother. Mrs. Angus Lake. for a couple of weeks.

"Mr. Gian Murphy. Montague. was a recent business visitor to Saint John. N. B. ,

Jllr. and Mrs. Norman Babcock and son Paul, Miillown, N. 3.. were recent visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Clair. Montague.

..'AB. .1. E. Clair, I-IMC8 Magnif- icent, is spending his leave with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. John

largely attended.

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Closing St. Peter's" 7 I Harbour School

The Annual Chi-lstsnu closing of the st. Peter's Harbour School took place in the school house on Tuesday evening. December 21. and was fully attended. The pro- gramme was under the direction of Mr. Arthur Malioy. Teacher and the pupils acquitted themselves with honor.

After the enjoyable programme which was received by the audience with delight, Santa. made his ap- pearance to the joy-of the child- ren and distributed gifts in abun- dance as. well as giving entertain- ing rcmarkrto children as well as signifying his own pleasure st being able to be present on this joyous occasion. .

The program, under the capable chairmanship of Mr. Roy Calms. came to a close with remarks by Mr, Cairns and the teacher.

An enjoyable evening closed with the singing of God Save the Queen.

The program was as follows: Opening chorus, Silent Night! welcome drill, '1 pupils; recitation of welcome, Vonde Macllwen; re- citation, Vera Baker; solo. Away In A Manger. Sandra. Maclwen; solo. Christmas in Klllarney. Louise Anderson and Get-trudo I-lewboit; recitation. S a n d r a Macnwon: dialogue, When Christmas Came to Billie: recitation, Lorraine Mac- Ewen; song, Release Me. Louise Anderson and Gertrude Hawbolt; chorus. It Came Upon the Mid- night Clear; recitation, Tupper MacEwen; recitation, Roy Drake; solo, Slowly. Jill Blanchard: re- citation, Carol Anderson; recita- tion, Errol MaoEwen; solo. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus. Car- ol Anderson; recitation. Lorna An- derson; dialogue, A Dangerous shopping Trip; solo and chorus, Silver Bells, Jill Blanchard and chorus; recitation, Avery Blaxland; recitation, Jean Baker; recitation, Francis Barry; Good-night. Alfred MucEwen; closing chorus, O Come All Ye Faithful.

The Women: Institute once more treated the children. show- ing their thoughtfulness and in- terest in the community welfare.

Hospital Auxiliary Monthly Meeting

..'The regular monthly meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary of Kings County Memorial Hospital was held yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. L. H. Poole with the president, Mrs. Leroy White pre- siding.

After the minutes of the previous meeting were approved. Mrs. Vera MacDonald reported -that the” sew- ing machine purchased by the Auxiliary for the hospital. had ar- rived and was in excellent condit- ion and she acknowledged the Christmas treats and turkey given to the patients of the hospital by the Auxiliary and, also acknowl- edged a blanket received from the Brooklyn Womenis Institute for the nurses residence. -

It was decided to hold a Valen- tine tea at the home of Mrs. L. H. Poole and a committee was ap- pointed to take charge. of same. It was moved by Mrs. Machon and approved by a vote that. the deluxe room of the hospital he re-dcco- rstod and Miss Bess Poole and Mrs. MacDonald were appointed to take charge of this.

It was also decided that notices for regular meeting would in fut- ure be mailed to members and that all meetings would be report- ed to the press. A substantialysum of money was realized from birth- day bags that were brought to the meeting. The next meeting will be held in the nurses residence and Annie and Rita. Anncar will be in charge of refreshments.

At the close of the meeting lunch was served by the hostess assisted by Mrs. 1". H. Stewart and Ruth Macbcod and I. social hour was enjoyed.

Pays Tribute To George Drew

OITAWA, (CP)-Prime Minister St. Laurent Friday paid tribute to absent Hon. George Draw and said he hopes the Opposition leader will be back in the Commons soon.

Mr. st. Laurent made what he termed an unusual request that speaker Rene Bcaudoin send Mr. Drew "our sincere greetings and good wishes."

The 60-year-old Opposition lead- or, stricken with meningitis Nov. 11, is resting at Ste. Adele, Que, and is not expected to resume his duties here until early February. Hon. Earl Rowe is acting Oppo-

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.3Mrs. Lillian MacDonald. RN. 0., prealdad at the regular meet- ing of ACME Rebkah Lodge. Mon- tague. 'l'hursds'y evening following the Week of Prayer Service, Titers was a good attendance of offlcdrs and members.

The lodge opened in regular form followed by roll call and the reading of the minutes of the last meeting by the secretary, Miss Edith MacDonald. The visiting committee reported that a number of cards had been sent to sick members, and that a Brother Harry MacDonald is ill in the Kings County Hospital.

The treasurer. Mrs. Ruth Mac- Leod, P.N.O.. read the financial report which showed a substantial bank balance.

The election of officers was held and the district deputy president. Mrs. Marjorie Johnston, announc- ed that the installation would take place next week. The meeting clos- ed in the u.sual manner.

SAVAGE HARBOR

.JMr. Allison Jay. son of Mr. and Mrs. Roland Jay. Mt. Stewart. has returned to his studies at Prince of Wales College. Mr. James Reddin. son of Dr. and Mrs. Reddln, Mt. Stewart, has returned to S. D. U. after spending the holidays at the home of his parents. Mr. Russel Maclntyre of Mt. Stewart. is at present visiting in Boston, Mass., where he is the guest of relatives. Miss Audrey Gunn, nurse's Aid at the Charlottetown Hospital. spent New Year's as guest of "hei- parents. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Gunn, Savage Harbor. The many young friends of Bren- ton Murphy. son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Murphy. Savage Harbour, will be sorry to learn of his pres- ent illness. All join in the hope that this popular young chap will make a speedy recovery and be able to resume his studies. Miss Mullins, daughter of Mr. Mr; Daniel Mullins. Mt Stewart. has returned to her studies at Notro Dame Academy. Charlotte- town. Rev. Father George MacDonald of the staff of St. Dunstan's Uni- versity has taken over the duties of parish priest at St. Andrew's, during the illness of the regular pastor, Rev. Father George Mac- Cormack. Mr. J .A. B. McConnell has re- sumed his duties as teacher at Savage Harbour after spending the holidays at his home in George- town. The many friends of George Mor- rison, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Morrison. Savage Harbour. are sorry to learn that he is ill. All hope that George will make a speedy recovery so that he can be with them again at school. The first grades of Savage Har- bour School made their second visit to Dr. Reddin's Dental Parlors at Mt. Stewart on Tuesday. Jan- uary 4th. As they returned to their classes there was no talk of pain or suffering or how terrible an in- strument that old drill 'is. Rather they were proudly displaying the pictures they had colored. Mrs. Redclin having supplied the out- lined. In the not too distant future the parish of St. Andrews will have a choir that will he the envy of many parishes, that is if regular attendance at practise and com- petent training can produce such. The Rev. Father Gallant, now of Charlottetown, but formerly par- ish priest at Vernon River, jour- neys every Sunday to St. Andrews to lead his gifts and talents to train the talented young people of the parish to be a worthwhhiie choir. Already the results of his efforts are noteworthy. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred MacDon- ald and family of St. Andrews have moved to Mt. Stewart, where in fu- ture they will reside. some months ago Mr. MacDonald bought ' the residence of the late John A. Mac- Aulay and since then has done a vast amount of improvement to it. Mr. MacDonald is a section man with the C.N.R.. at Mt. Stewart, and is an outstanding citizen. The MacDonald family would be a valu- able asset to any community.

Too often in the joy of the felt- tlva season. we are totally unmind- furs or rather unappreclativa of the efforts of many people whosc work added so greatly to that joy. With this thought we are remind- ed of the Post Office staff at Mt. Stewart, who did such a magnific- ent job and never lost their smiles. The thanks of the communities surrounding Mt. Stewart are ex- tended to the genial Post Mistress, Mrs. Bertram MacDonald and her able assistant. Mrs. Cyrano Mac- Intyre. The ever pleasant. Ernie Affleck. our local mail driver was always on the job with his smile that in itself seemed to inspire the right spirit. - Workmcn from the Department of Highways have been employed for the past few days in attempt to make the impossible possible by having the savage Harbour Road passable. A composition of brick- clay gravel and sand is being haul- ed from the big hill and spread over the road. The following were doing the work: Joseph MacDon- ald in charge of the loader! Bill Kaiser the maintainer, Ernest White; Milton Dollar and Arthur Maclaaod. dump trucks. Mr. Smith of Mt. Stewart handled the bull dour while Mr. William Gunn of Savage Harbour supervised the work.

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Prayer Service; '3 Are Concluded

.."rhe closing meeting of the Week of Prayer in Montague was held int night at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and was con ducted by the inistcr of the con-

lted Church and the address was delivered by Dr. I... W. Show. dep- uty minister of education and president of the Prince Edward Is- land Auxiliary of British and For- eign Bible Society.

Special music by the chair was under thegdirection of Mr. Robert Murray. and the anthem "In The Garden" (Miles-Wilson) was sung with Mrs. Murray as soloist.

, A brief meeting of the local aux- iliary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was conducted by the retiring president, Mr. Milton Fraser. The miiiutcs of the last meeting and the financial state- ment were read by the secretary, Mrs. Charles Fraser. Mr. R.C. Mel- lish was elected as president for the ensuing year; Mr. J. Malcolm MacKenzie as vice-president and Mrs. Douglas Coffin as secretary,

and Mrs. Spencer Llewellyn as treasurer. At the conclusion of business

Rev. D. A. Campbell led in prayer. The closing hymn was "Blest Be The Tic That Binds", followed by benediction pronounced by Rev. J. M. Fraser.

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Mr. Frank McGuire. we are 50"! to learn, has been ordered to bed for several months, follow- ing an attack of Virus Pneumonia. Mr. Gerard McCarthy, who was with the Morcll Co-Operative Store for quite some time has resign- ed and joined the staff of the Bank of N. S., here as a clerk. We all wish the young man success as a banker.

The regular bingo in the Com- munity Haii has grown to a big game run every week. This week "I0 bit lack pot was twenty five dollars.

This week's card game in Morell Rear. for the rural telephone fund was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pius McGuire.

As we write this. cars are at a standstill here. especially on the by-roads where the snow is piling up with the storm. Farmers report a pretty good road for sleighs. -N.

To Bless Dread V In Old Ceremony

QUEBEC (CF)-About 250.000 tiny cylinders of bread will be blessed Sunday in a centuries-old ceremony at Netra Dame des Vic- tolres (Our Lady of Victories) church on the Quebec waterfront. No one will ever eat them. Sunday is the Roman Catholic feast of Ste. Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris. Baking and blessing of the little loaves recalls the legend that through the miraculous intercession of Ste. Genevieve. the people of Paris were fed in 151 A. D. when the city was besieged by the Franks under Clovis.

The ceremony at Notre Dame des Victoires has been re-enacted annually since 1688, the year the church was built.

OBJECTS OF PIETY

Over the years, the bread loaves --no bigger than the tip of a man's finger-have taken on more meaning than they once had. They are no longer eaten, but car- ried around as objects of piety.

Tradition has it that anyone car- rying the bread will never go broke. Bachelors and spinsters carrying it are assured of mar- riage in a short time. Married women will be blessed with chil- dren.

Each year thousands of Quebec- ers file down the black iron stairs that lead from uppertown to the church below the cliffs. Some come with bread they have made themselves and get it blessed. Others just to take home some blessed bread.

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Mr. W. R. Shaw. retired donuts minister of agriculture will he Pro- vincial chairman of the 1056 Red Cross Society's financial drive which is scheduled to begin March 1. it was announced last. night by Red Cross officials.

want Dowlen To Remain As Gov.

13DMON'1ON-Reappollltmentv of Hon. J.J. Bowien for a second five- year term as lieutenant-governor of Alberta is a strong possibility. it was learned Thursday on reli- able authority. His term will end Feb. 1.

The appointment is expected to be discussed when the federal cab- inet meets in Ottawa probably next week. The meeting will be attend- ad by Hon. George Prudham, min- ister of mines and technical sur- veys.

In official circles there is a strong belief that Mr. Bowlen will be re- appointed.