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- PRESENTS INTERIM

The following 8 50 text of a brief presented by Mr. John Muago. president of the Summer- sidc Board of Trade. In the legis- lative committee can Transporta- tion which met in the Provincial Building yesterday morning.

"The following is an interim brief submifted by the Trsnsport.a- - . tinn Committee at the summer- ' side Board of Trade on the above I subject matter. It is tlclpated that a more comprehensive brief will be prepared for submission to the Board of Transport Com- missioners let the very near fu- ture and that before that tune that meetings will have been held with interested citizens from all

arts of Prince County whom this

ard represents.

”At the outset we would like to point out that in our opinion that this application is ultra-vires b that it is beyond the lawful pouer of the Board of Trans- port (Jommissioners to adjudicate on constitutional matters. If is our understanding that their terms of references only apply when, public service and economy are; the motivating factors. As thel Province of Prince Edward B-3 land entered Confederation with the understanding that the Fed- eral Government would be re- sponsible for transportation to and en the Island it is our submission that this application is outside the Jurisdiction of the Board of Transport Commissioners and. as such it should not have been fil- ed with them. It need hardly be pointed out that the losses on the ear ferry operations amount to many times those of the passeng- er trains on the Island Division of the Canadian National Rail- way and yet more is no thought of curtailing this service which substantiates the above.

"While keeping the foregoing hi mind we have examined the ap- plication of the Canadian Nation- al Railways and have viewed it in the light of public service and economy. In view cf the figures submitted by them. economy would appear to be desirable. but apart from making a statement with regard in the estimated sav- ing on their passenger service if the application b granted. they make no effort to prove their point nor do they show whether they are making a profit on their other operations on the Island on whether their services emanating from or terminating on Prince Edward Island are successful. It should be borne h mind that many long hauls emanate and terminate on Prince Edward Is- land and they should reflect very

i favourably on the operations of -i the entire C. N. R. system. "Referring is in matter ef

public service we cannot see how the granting of this application . '4 can in any way benefit this Prov- ' ince despite the assertion in Pars- graph 17 of the Canadian Nation- al Railway application. Statements such as this should tend to dis- credit in: entire application as they lack foundation.

LOCAL PASSENGER OERV ICE

"The application has to do with local passenger service and it must be admitted that during most of the year this service is not heavily patronized. Yet. the peo- ple who do use it are going to be greatly inconvenienced if it is removed, because buses will not call at most of the C. N. I. ethtion scope. In Western Prince Counw where he railway pas- senger service is most heavily patronized the number of people that will be inconvenienced is large. and may should not be Ignored.

"II Paragraph I al is splice- thn the Canadian National Rail- wsys state they are prepared to forfeit their passenger traffic in favour cf Island Motor Trans- port, but as this application deals only with sections of he division which are very lightly patron- laed and during a time 1 year when very little additional traf- fic could be chanelled to the Is- land Motor Transport their ap- parent generoslty leaves much to be desired. This application should not be granted on the understanding that a bus service already exists to take care of all passenger traffic. The present bus service has been greatly cur- tailed during the past several years due to the fact that cer- tain routes were not profitable. It is far from unlikely that there will be even greater curtailment d the bus service In the future and some agreement should be reached if the application is great- cd whereby Canadian National Railway guarantee profitable oper- ation to the Island Motor Trans- port. We believe that this ar- tangement is not uncommon hi other parts of Canada.

ably be much slower. As this is .h economy move. trains will not be dispatched until there is a lull train load of freight cars. Care will be

SIJMMERSIDE BOARD Of TRADE AGAINST C. N. R. APPIJCATION

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ARGUMENT S

It would be helpful to our Board in preparing a reply to their ap- plication if they would be consist- ent in their IIIIIIDIBII.

"In Paragraph 9 they state that the present bus service operates on a year round basis. We all know this not to be the case.

''In Paragraph 12 they state that the bus service would prob- ably be more convenient. As far

OAPI TIAVIIII I. I. I.

-The Auxiliary cf the W. M. S. of the Cape Traverse United Church met at the home of Mrs. Harry Muttart Friday. February 25th for the "World Day of Prey- er Service." Mrs. Hadley Lowthcr presided, Theme. lAbide In Me" John 15:4. The meeting was open- ed by singing softly a verse of "Holy. Holy. Holy." followed by silent meditation.

Adoration. the first part of the program was led by Mrs. Morley Muttart. "Confession and Penit- cnce" by Mrs. Wilbur Cairns. "Mediation and Thanksgiving" led by Mrs. Ernest Harper assisted by several member-. "Interces- sion" led by Mrs W. Howe opened with the singing of the hymn "I Need Thee Every flour."

as West Prince County "is con- cerned no statement eould be more fallaclous.

”The mail service will be cum-: plctely disorganized and who can say how much it will suffer. First class mail of course goes by air. but if the application is granted the post office will have to negoti- ate another contract either with the railway or with some other carrier. and it may well be dif- ficult to get as good service as at present.

-Albert Craswell. Mrs.

Prayers of inkrcession were of- fered by Mrs. John Haslam. Mrs. Wilbur Cairns, Mrs. Allison Harper. Mrs. John Myers and Mrs. Ernest Harper.

A part cf the program which was much enjoyed was when a group of 26 or more children of the Mission Band filed into the room with their leaders Mrs. Avalah MacCallum and Mrs. John Myers assisted by Miss Craig and sang a suitable selection very

”At the present time the bulk of foreign mail leaves Summer-. side for points Vic-st at fi.l0 p.m.; and gets to Tignish by 9 30 pm. So that all mail carriers get this: mail first thing the next morn-I ing and most of them start oni their routes betueen 7 and fl is m. If this mail is left in the ll'll('I(lfl5!' service presently in use all maill will be delayed by 24 hours as the trucks do not arrive at these post offices until after the car- riers have left on their routes. Again it will be quite impractical for the buses to carry mail be- cause in West Prince the buses only call at about 25'); of the post offices and to have them call at all post offices would delay the bus from Summerslde tn Tignishg by almost four hours and wnuldi take it over sections of highway which are unfit for this type of traffic during many months of the year.

”If the application is granted over 100 men will be thrown nut of employment. a serious matter to the economy of this small Prov- ince. and this is only the begin- ning as it is felt that as other traffic falls Nff due to the cur- tailment of service which would undoubtedly ensue if this applica- tion were granted that other per- sonnel would he laid off. In this COIJIlf'CI.lOIl the Canadian National Railway proposes to use a passenger n-aln service for four months of the year. Where are they going to get skilled opera- tors for this short period of time each year? At the outset there would be a surplus of personnel. but eventually the proper type of young men would not be attract- ed to railway service and the

ably. BOOKING STATIONS "Some suggestion has been

made that to effect the economy mentioned in the application sev- eral booking stations would re- quire to be closed. How would this effect the telegraph service as no mention is made of this very important matter?

"This Board is not against econ- omy of operation on the part of the Canadian National Railway as evidenced by the fact that they did not oppose the dieselisation of the Island Division of the Can- adian National Railways despite the fact that this was a severe loss to our neighboring Province of Nova Scotla whose economy in closely linked with our own in that they purchase many of our farm products. According to figures published by the Canad- fan National Railways this meant a saving of over 3100.000 per year. It is our belief that other econ- nmles are possible without cur- tailing service snd dist this ap- plication In abandon the passeng- mt styles as Prince Edward Is- land is merely a cover up for in- efficient operation on the part of the Canadian National Railways.

"An example of uneconomi al operation is the trucking service which was started a few years ago. This service has not attract- ed any sdditionsl business to the Canadian National Railways as they are merely hauling goods which were previously carried on the mixed trains. At a conserva- tive estimate this service must be costing about 060.000 per year. Moreover this heavy traffic causes additional wear and tear to the highways of Prince Ed- ward Island the cost of which' is borne entirely by the Provincial Government.

"The application re ucsts dis- continuance of the pas anger ser- vices from mid-April to mid-Dec- ember. These dates are most ridiculous as even our paved high- ways are closed during part of this period and some of our sec- ondary highways are only fit for travel during very limited per- iods of the year.

"The granting of this applica- tion could mean an expenditure to this small Province of several

. millions of dollars on highway con-

structlon. the loss of essential public service. an economic blow due to the lay-off of Canadian National Railway personnel and general dislocation of our entire economy.

"In view of the above and the ts-inst inaccurate and ltilesdlng application filed by the Canadian

' National Railway we cannot re-

comm d t-..d...scmerit of the sp- lfcation. but would suggest that they be asked to re-examine their operations with a view to cutting their overhead instead cf their service."

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svveetly.

Mrs. Hcdley Lnwther. the presi- dent gave a short address on the topic. Nathan Bell. Mrs. I-Iedley tart. Mrs. Frank Muttart. Harry Muttari. Mrs Leith eron. Mrs. Wilbur Cairns. John Ilaslam. Mrs. Frank Iey. Mrs. Albert Craswell Mrs. Allison Harper.

The closing part of the program "Liiany" was led by Mrs. Boyd Lowther. The closing Itymn was "The Day Thnu Gav'est Lord Is Ended". in unison.

A social hour which followed was much enjoyed. and lunch was served by hostess assisted by committee. Lunch was also served to the Mission Band child- ren as they Iiled nut. Sincere thanks were expressed by the wo- men to Mrs. Harry Muttart for receiving them so graciously dur- mg the winter months at her com- fortable home.

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-Mr. Wendell Tu r n e r of O'- Leary. is at present engaged with the Flicker Taxi in Summerslde.

Mut- Mrs. Cam- Mrs. QUIE- and

Friends of Mir Aubin Wedge. O'- Leary. regret to hear that sh! had to enter the Prince County Hospital in Summerslde for further treatment. We all hope for a speedy recovery.

Mrs. Wendell Turncr. 0'Leary. was a passenger to Summerslde recently and visited friends in the P. C. Hospital there.

Mr. and Mrs. Haber MacMillan spent the week- end at the home of Mrs. MacMil- lan's parents.

The many friends of Mr. Leslie Gay of Knutsford. were glad to see him out again after his recent sick

She tries assisted by Mrs.i

followed by Benedictinnp

Kcnslnglon

-Mrs. Charles Woodside has re- turned to her home in Darnley. after spending a few days with Mrs. Mathews. Baltic.

Mr. and Mrs. Roy Easter. Suin- merside. were visitors to Mal- peque and Darnley on Sunday.

Among those attending the fun- eral of the late J. B. Andrews at Trinity United Church on Monday. Feb. 21st. were: Mr. and Mrs. Heath Caseley, Mr. Tyndal Sem- ple and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Crozier.

Master Frederick Bernard. son of Mr. and Mrs. Allison Bernard. Kensington, had the misfortune of

above the wrist. while practicing hockey in the Kensington Rink on Friday. He has a cast on now and is able to attend school. All hope for a fast and complete recovery.

On Sunday evening. February 20th. a special service of hymn singing was presented in the Keir Memorial Church at Malpeque. fol- lowing their weekly Sunday serv- ice. Mrs. Frank MacNutt was the organist.

Mrs. was a visitor lFebruary l9th.

Preston Green. Malpeque. to Summerslde on

On Saiiirday eteniug a very in- lteresting North Shore Hockey Lea- gue game uas played in the Ken- sington Rink between the Caven- .dlsh Rockets and Graliz-im's Road team uith the wtirc ending 7--5 for Cavcntlisli. This game was very rspably rercrecd by L. McQuaid and a very large number of peo- ple from the stirrnundlng districts witnessed it and afterwards enjoy- ed a pleasant hour of skating.

Mrs John Crnzicr has returned to her home in Hamilton. after spending some time in Charlotte- town. with her mother who is Ill.

Miss Lydia Tiiplin returned to her homc in Spring Valley. aflerl spending the past three weeks inl Summerslde. '

Mrs. Wilbert Delaney and Mr. Marshall Delaney entertained the members of Baltic Farm Forum at their home on Monday evening. February 21st. to their regular weekly meeiiiiiz. pA larse KTOUP was present and alter the regu- lsr meeting several tables of suc- tion were played. Delicious lunch was served by the hostess. assist- ed by several meniht-rs.

Mrs t.-mgr llilrv and Mrs. Bruce Riley More hostesses It A card and c-rnkinnle party at their home on Tiiesday evening. Febru- ary 22nd. under the auspices of the Baltic Womenis Institute. The ladies' high score iias won by Mrs. W. K. Crafer and the gentlemen's by George Riley. while consola- tin prizes were awarded to Mrs. Everett Wall and Mr. Wilton Ram- say. The door prize was won by Mr. Marshall Delaney. A good sum was realized.

Mr. and Mrs. Denion Hogs. Hamilton. have as their guest Mr. Hogg's mother. Mrs. Hogg of North Bedeque.

spell.

I Miss Blanche Matthews. bank of Summerslde employee, spent the week-end at her heme b D'I..cary.

Great was the estcitement h 0'- Leary, on Saturday morning when the members of the Minor Hoc- key Teams got together and start- ed off for Summerslde for the first of the play-offs. Nine cars were needed to accommodate the sixty or more boys. and this trip Illild experience was enjoyed by a .

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Woodside. Kriutsford. were Sunday guests of Dr. and Mrs. Orville Phillips h Alberton.

Mr. Jimmie Baglole. 0'Leary. had the misfortune to have his eye hurt while playing hockey. This in twine Jimmy has been hurt reo- ently while at this sport. He was lnlurcd in the knee and was out of the team for a few games. We hope this won't be serious.

Mrs. Lorne Sillikcr, I'I4eery, h spending some time in Summer- slde. to be near her little daugh- ter. Iva. who is a patient h the Prince County Hospital. I

The Ladies' Aid of the O'Lcary United Church held a pantry sale at the 0'Leary Farmers Co-op Store on Saturday afternoon. Ev- erything found quick sale and s

mm Fancy Dress carnival MOUNT PLEASANT RINK

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Sponsor: (Stewart Memorial Health Centre) Skaters in costume are re- quested to be on the ice at 8:30 pm. sharp.

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Admission 5500 edultn 250 School Children

Canteen Service & Lunches

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Friday-Saturday 7:15-0:15; Matinee Saturday I p.m. Robert Ryan. Jan Sterling. Brian Keith. Gene Barry in icy adventure and fiery ro-

mance in "ALASKA IIAB". Also lerlsl and News.

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Friday-let II 7:15 and D:lI' Matinee 1": --nscsn no

you s Va". is ' '.toas r Hutu. wu- bann-ut. chard Ander- cnallrklccgea. Alsclherh.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lockhari. entertained the Malpeque mem- bers of the Farm Forum on Mon- day evening. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Iaickerby entertained the Hamil-

nice sum was realised for church work.

Mr. Ray Cullicutt. Springfield West. motored to Summerslde rac- ently and visited the hospital pe- tlents there.

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph China. who are employed at a Summerslde Motel,. were visitors on Saturday to O'Leary and Springfield West.

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Rodd cl Summerslde, spent the week-and with Mrs. Rndd's mother. Mrs. Vcldn MacNeill in Knutsford.

breaking a bone in his arm just 9”

Locke Reed

-visitors at the home of Mrs. Margaret Arsenault of Forest View. on Friday. February 25th. were: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rich- ard and Mrs. Hugh McGregor of 0'lAary.

Mr. and Mrs. Leo Arscnault. ac- companied by Mrs. Jerome Gal- lant all of I-lewlan. were visitors on Friday at the home of Mrs. Margaret Arcsnault ef' Forest View.

On laturday, February 3'11 visitors at the home of Mrs. Mar- garet Arsenaull cf Forest View were: Mrs. Herb Avery and son. Arnold of Alberton. On their re- turn to Albertnn tthey were accom- ied by Mrs. Margaret Arsen- ault who is going to visit in Al- berton for a few days.

Mr. and Mrs. Leo Arseasult of Howlan .left on Saturday morning February mth. by "F 101' 30"”!- where they plan to spend a coil- ple of weeks visiting relatives. They were accompanied as far as west Brook by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Richard of 0'I.eary.

Fred Arseasult of liowlan. and his children. Alfred. Bob and Betty. motored to Summerslde on Saturday. February sets.

Joseph T. Gallant and Jerry Ar- senaull of Forest View and Anthony Finnan of Howlnn. were visitors on Sunday evening. Feb. 27th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Gallant, Howlan.

Mrs. Joseph T. Gallant of Forest

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-Mrs. Ads McAi-tliur left rec- ently for Saint John to visit with im son and daughter-in-law. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin McArthur.

Mrs. Haul Cameron was a vial- tor to Sea View on Sunday. glut of her sister. Mrs. Edwin ur- phy. Mr. Murphy is not enjoying his usual good health. but his many friends hope for an int- provernent soon.

Mr. James Murphy, Principal of Summerslde High School. was a recent visitor at the home of his aunt: Mrs. Hazel Cameron.

Mr. end Mrs. Earle Semplc. Melton Ivan and Carl lcmplc. and Mrs. Walker cf I ' i were Sunday visitors at the home of Mr. Jamestdhrleii.

Mrs. John W. Adams received the news recently that her brother, Mr. Joseph Warren. who lives in Western Canada. had suffered a

in 0'Leary on Tuesday. March Ist. -

Mrs. Edward Griffin. teacher of Forest View School. I nt the week-end of February fit at her home in Burton.

Mrs. Charlie Rlx of the Locke Road. went to Alberton on Thurs- day. Feb. 24th, to spend a few days visiting relatives. She re- turned to her home on Sunday eve- ning. Feb. 27th.

-Miss Rose Marie Brown. hind!- craft instructrsss for the Women's Institute for the past two years is spending a week at her home in Plusvllle. Miss Brown intends I0- lng to Toronto. where she will be employed at the same kind af work in a school.

Friends of Mr. I.obert'Iuuter. Rosebank, regret to learn of his illness and wish him a complete recovery.

Mr. and Mrs. James Shea. and children. Phillip and Virginia, Wa- terford. were recent guests cf HP- and Mrs. Herman Corccran. A

The snow plough Ovaratar. Mr.

broken hip. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery.

A post nuptial shower, attended by a large number of friends and relatives. was held on Tuesday. February 22nd. in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Weldon Rennie (nee Jean Wallace) at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brennan. The gifts were unwrapped by Miss Velma McArthur. the verses were read by Miss Aileen Mcxenna. whl Mrs. Elmer Adams and Mrs. Robert Brennan arranged them. Assisting in serving were Mrs. Hilton Barnett. Mrs. Lorne Leard and Mrs. Merrill Wallace. Music for dancing was furnished by Messrs. Leonard Barnett and Sterling Matthews and Mrs. R. A.