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By r. H. MacArthur

Every country boy learns to know animals-the horses and the cows, the goats. the sheep. the pigs. And knowing them be de- vejops a fondness for them and can tell you many interesting facts pertaining to their social order.

Junior may not know anything about New York's snooty 400 but he knows plenty about snouty

' crilvs, how each one has her spec-

ial place in the herd from the hnssv Queen down to the humb- icst. subject. Not a. cow in the herd that will not step aside to allow the Queen first place at the writcrins trough. And the cow dnivziger doesn't have to lie awake- worrying if her subjects are plot- Ling to dethrone her. Her right to be queen came only after many hurting contests and the cow that backs down never again chal- engcs the winner.

scientists are finding that com rre not the only species that have . rigid social order. They now -ell us that all animals that live Vn groups tend to develop. in the words of one scientist. "Consistent

arrangement of dominion and submissiveness." ”Sheer strength plays an im-

,..-irtant. part in determining dom- -more and leadership, but it is hv no means the only factor shaping the pattern of social re- lationship. with a group of mon- ye-vs ingenuity. trickery. bribery ma running often become mort- effective than brute force. Like some persons. some chimpanzees are very successful in getting oth- ers to fight. their battles or to help them in a task requiring co-operation, 0 O

'l'ravollei-s tell us that the gor- illa rind the chimpanzee not only ili'F in colonies in the forest but that they resent the presence of man in their natural domain. The story is told of a group of natives making a plantation on some land where a hospital had izist been built. The white fore- man in charge of the work heard the calls of the workmen followerl each time by the cries of women and children.

'Whats this?" he asked the native tollers. "What are the wo- 'Tlt”l'1 and children doing in the forest?"

”Those. women and children," they replied. laughing. "are the chimpanzees. who are vexed to hP'if our voices echoing here in heir domain."

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ft. is an interesting fact that the sandflca. which now constit- we: a real plague in Central Af- rzra. was not indigenous here but was brought from South America as late as i872. In a single decade it has spread all over the Dark Continent from the Atlantic to the Pacific.

Sleeping sickness is visually car- ried by the glassina palpalls. n liinri of tsete fly. If the tsete has onre been infected by someone who has sleeping sickness, it can thread the disease for a long time. perhaps for its entire span at life. The trypanasome.-r which are injected with the blood of the sick person livo and increase and oats through the skin into the alood of the one whom it subse- ziicntlv bites.

Warfarin is a chemical recently arltlcrl to the rodenticides register- erl under the Pest Control Pro- ducts Act. Experiments with the new chemical brings joy to people and tragedy to the rat family for when rats or mice cat enough bait containing Warfarin they wcntually bleed to death.

A curious superstition used to rxist among the early pioneers of that babies born ex- artly at midnight. or twilight have the gift of second sight, and those that are born in the "chime hours” have the power of seeing clirxsts and spirits hidden from nthcr people; that a child born

. lrct fort-most. had magical gifts.

it is still generally believed that hlll'rinP, born with a caul cannot he drowned so long as the caul is sznscrved.

The seventh child of I seventh rhild has long been regarded as pcriiliarly gifted.

In the old country, generally. ihrv shared with the early hints tic power of curing the King's Evil. or scrofula. by touch.

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our forefathers did not believe in leaving the worried husband to bare distractedly up and down and get in the midwlfc's' way luring ,a birth. On the actual day he husband was scntoff on some trumped up errand to a distant ,4

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neighbor. By the time he return- ed.the big event was over and everybody felt greatly relieved.

The midwife in those days was I very important person. her shoulders rested the duty of seeing that everything was done according to Hoyle, and it was she who was responsible for most. of the taboos which surrounded the baby and mother.

The first bath was given. where possible. before a fire of pine or beech wood. Then the youngster was wrapped in red flannel clo- thes. .

The time between birth and two years old was especially dan- gerous. Why? Because the child was apt to be stolen by fairies, and a changeling left in its place. To prevent-this mothers put a pinch of salt in their offspring's mouth.

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Baptism was practiced by many non-Christian religions in places as widely separated as Scandin- avia and New Zealand. The Druids had a form of baptism. the heath- en Norsemen had a naming cer- emony with water which was very important because the right o. inheritance depended on the rite. and because a child could not af- afterwards be exposed. Another reason for early christening was the belief prevalent in some parts of the world that a baby never really thrives until it receives its name through baptism.

There's a custom--almost uni- versal in its scope-that to name I baby after some world figure may bring to the child some of the qualities of the person con- cerned. Hence we have Winston and even in this generation there for Churchill, Abraham for Abe Lincoln, Douglas for General Douglas MacArthur. and so on without end.

Before the coming of hospital clinics and nurses, these existed a. great prejudice against weighing a baby. Why? It was thought. it would not thrive afterward. The same rule applied to baby's look- ing at themselves in a mirror. It just wasn't done in those days are mothers who resent having their babies picked up by strang- ers and held in front of a mirror.

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Sixteen Toronto schoolboys will arrive here Tuesday night for a one-day stop in Prince Edward Island which will include a visit to the North Shore. They are on an 18-day tour of Eastern Canada. under the sponsorship of the :'roronto Board of Education and ithe T. Eaton Company.

Before returning to Toronto. the boys will travel by train and plane to Montreal, Halifax, Charlotte-

town. G a n d e r (Newfoundland)

.Airport and intermediary points. i'I'here ha one boy from each of the ilil Toronto secondary schools. They -were chosen by students and staff of their schools for "good appear- ance and pcrsonality...competent scholarship....service to the ischool." On return to Toronto, 'ihe boys will give a report on .thelr trip to the other students in itheir school.

On arrival in Charlottetown

Tuesday evening, the boys will be guests of the City at an informal dinner. The following morning, Wednesday, they will be taken on is conducted tour! to stanhope. Bracklcy and Cavendish. Theywill return to the mainland by train that afternoon to continue their tour.

The boys will be wearing navy blue blazers with gold and blue crests identifying them as mem-

bers of the Eastern Canada Tour. John Sage. teacher at Malvern Collegiate will accompany the

schoolbcys on the trip.

The boys on the four are: Bob Brock, Gerald Greenhaum, Char- les Wildman, John Mcclellaml. Paul Walters, Howard Adams, Doug Lee. Walter Caremko. Ed Burns, Arthur Bonsall. Roy Bul- r,in. Keith Roberts. Jim Vasoff. Ben Cheeseman. Sergio Pellegrinl, and. Bob Armstrong.

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The following is a key to the above picture of the members of the Tour.

Back Row: Jim Vasoff (Central Tech); Don Chceseman (Danforth Tech): Bob Armstrong (Northern Vocational); Sergio P el l e g rini (Western Tech); Roy Bulgin (Gen- tral Commerce): Keith Roberts (Eastern Commerce).

MMINEROW: Paul Walters (Law- l'6l1C6 Piirktz Howard Adams (Malvern Collegiate): Doug Lce (North Toronto Collegiate); Wal- ter Jaremko (Oakwood Collegiate): Edward" Bums (Parkdale Colleg- late); Arthur Bonsall (Riverdale Collegiatel.

Front Row: Bob Brock (Bloor Collegiate): Gerald Greenbaum -:1-larbord Collegintei; Mr, John Sage (Tour Director); Charles Wildman (I-fumberside Collegiate): Jothn Mccleliand (Jarvis Colleg- ia e .

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'else. something that went much something ex- tremely feminine and at the same itime extrcmelyantagonizing May- ibe it was the upward slant of her iwide. green-tinted eyes-maybe it -iwas the soft red oval that her Tmouth became just before she. ;spoke. Whatever it was, he moved lwithout conscious thought to the wide. steel-framed window over- looking the flying field and watch- ed the girl until she disappeared into the huge gray hangar some 50 yards down the field.

1 And as he stood there. his mind wandering unguided from one thought to another. he suddenly remembered where he had seen ithat same girl's face before, love- ily and intimate and beautiful, smiling up at Roger Caswell from the picture frame on Roger's dresser. Roger had never talked about the girl. but then there hadn't been much time. Clny Henley had hunkcd with him only days-when they found one of the weaknesses in the new bomber hi.- ant? Clay had been hired to test. found it at the font of a 10,000 foot power dive. Clay had sent the picture, along with most of the kid's other personal things. to Mrs. Caswell. Hegcould even re- member the graceful signature. "Clare", under the words "With all my love."

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Institute convention At Argyle Shore

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On is beautiful afternoon, in Argyle shore l-lall. overlooking the Strait. t.he delegates and visitors from eighteen surrounding Insti- tutes met for their District Con- vention. Very fine handicraft dec- orated the walls.

With Mrs. Victor MacPhall as President, the meeting opened by singing the "Ode" and repeating the "Creed" in unison. Mrs. Fred MacPhail heartily welcomed all, and Mrs. George Dixon, Clyde River, replied in her own inimit- able way.

The roll call and minutes were read by the secretary, Mlrs. I-Iazen Howard.

Each Institute secretary gave short summary of the work being

done in her district. Mrs. Mal- colm Mocbeod gave a very inter- esting talk on her trip to Copen- hagen, in which she gave a word picture of the European countries she visited and concluded by say- ing that her audience should realize that they did live in a land of mill: and honey.

Miss Boswell demonstrated arti- cles of sewing; the patterns of which may he obtainedgat the In- stitute Rooms.

other items on the programme were: A reading by Mrs. Joseph Donahue. Cornwall, which was hu- morous and much enjoyed. Folk dancing - Ruth and Wilma. M9,.-- Phail and Beverly Jewell. Reading - Mrs. John warren.

Long creek invited the members to meet there next year. The of- ficers appointed were:

President - Mrs. Robert Mathe- son. oiyde River.

Vice-President - willis. Kingston.

At the evening session the pro. gramme included the following:

Slnif-song led by Muss Carson. 'I'rlo- Nine Mile Creek girls. Reading - Mrs. Mack MacNell. Trio - Rice Point. solo mu Alberta Macbean.

Mr- W. R. Show gave a talk on

Mrs. Horace

the highlights of his trip to nir- opo and nonshaw wuartette pie”-

ed the audience with two selec- tions Ivith Mr. Perer MacDonald as accompanist.

The meeting closed with the

National Anthem. Between the swliona. liriziile shore ladies serv- ed a delicious supper and all en-

W.l. convention At West cape

.The Women's Institute conven- tion was held recently at Spring. livid West hall. two -miles from West Cape. Over eighty Institute members attended the convention.

The following Institutes were re- presented at the convention:Cape Wolfe. Dunblane, West Cape. Springfield West. Knutsford, Un- ionvale. and West Point. Mrs, Robert Woodside of Knutsford presided over the meeting with Mrs. Dan Smallman of OLeary as secretary. All secretaries were asked to take their places on the platform.

Mrs. Alvin Costain of Cape

Wolfe gave a very fine address of welcome and was graciously ack- nowledged by Mrs. E. J. Sabine. west Point. After the reading of the minutes of the last conven- tion a hearty sing-song was led by Mrs. Leslie Gorrill of Dunblane. presiding at the organ. This was followed by the elec- tion of officers for the following year. Cape Wolfe to have charge with president, Mrs. Lloyd Cook: vice-pi-eaident.g Mrs. Alvin Rix; secretary. Mrs. Jean DeMoss: courtesy committee. Mrs. Neil Boulter and Mrs. Burton Boates: resolution committee. Mrs. L. G. Dewar, Mrs. Edward Tumer and Mrs. Errol Stetson.

Executive members to plan next year's convention are as follows: Cape Wolfe, Mrs. Lloyd Cook and Mrs. Jean DeMoss; Unlonvaie. Mrs Henry shelfoon and Mrs. Errol Stetson: West Cape. Mrs. Arnold Wood and Mrs, Lloyd Bar- wise: West Point. Mrs. Frank Stewart and Mrs. Lawrence Stew- art; O'I.reary. Mrs. L.G. Dewar and Mrs. Edward Turner: Dunblane, Mrs. Henry MacPherson and Mrs. J a m c s Livingstone; Springfield West, Mrs. Alvin Rix and Mrs. Horatio Macwllliams; Knutsford. Mrs. Thomas Harris and Mrs. Av- ard Harris.

Very encouraging reports were given by the secretaries of the different Institutes which showed a year of unusual activity. A very large number of children have benefitta.-d by the distribution of

their school and community as a whole. The supervisor, Miss Robin, then

addressed the convention. she spoke of the excellent work being done by both the Music and Drama Festival A&o:.Lations and explained about the 5300.00 schol- arship for a refresher course in music. She also informed the members that a display shop for Island handicrafts has been open- ed in Cavendish. P. E. Island.

The next speaker was Mrs. Mal- celm MacLeod, Provincial Presi- dent, who attended the A.C.W.W. convention at Copenhagen last year. In her pleasing and inter- esting manner she held her aud- ience enthralled as she took them to her old home. England. She stated that the Institute's work in England begins where Canada leaves off. as the schools in Eng- land are all supported by the government, and that a hot lunch delivered by truck. is provided for every school child in England.

She then journeyed on to Den- mark, described the beautiful city of Copenhagen and spoke of the wonderful craftsmanship of the people. She also visited the Can- adian war cemetery and noted how carefully it was kept. She closed her most. interesting ad- dress in a few stirring remarks reminding her audience ths.tCom- munism is spreading and many Continued on page lo.

South Queen's W. I. Convention

Delegates and visitors from Al- berry Plains, Cherry Valley. Erns- cliffe, Hermitage. Millview, Mt. Miellick. Orwell, Vernon, Vernon River and Uigg. Kinross met in Uigg school Hall for their annual district convention.

mg, Hu;h Martin Kinross pre- sided at the afterno i session which opened with the Institute ode, followed by the repeating of the Creed in unison.

The address of welcome was given by Mrs. Warren Dawson. uigg who was graciously responded to by Mrs. James Maclaachern. Mt. Melllck.

splendid reports were heard from each institute. An increase in memberships and a higher av-, erage of attendance at monthly meetings was noted. The teaching of music in the schools, provid- ing leadership for Girls Sewing Clubs, providing fish-oil K369511193 drinking cups, window shades, teaching aids. Book of Knowledge annual etc.. were among the pro- jects sponsored by the Institutes. Funds for charitable and com- munity projects were raised in a variety of ways such as: produc- ing plays, concerts, suppers, auc- tion sales, bazaars. Denny 83188. birthday banks etc.

A lively Sing-50113 led by M15- Murdock MBC1)G0d. Orwell and humorous readings by members of Alberry Plains W. l. were much enjoyed.

Mrs. Malcolm Macbeod. Provin- cial President and delegate to the A. C. W. W. Conference gave an inspiring talk and graphically described some of the scenes vis- ited while on her trip to Europe- In the opinion of the delesliiel Ma-s. MacLeod's talk alone would have been well worth attending the convention for. Other treats were also in store:- Mirs. Nell MMh6-5- on. Southport delighted tier aud- ience with a talk on the meaninz and language of flowers. She also demonstrated many beautiful flow- er arrangements that showed her artistic ability and love of flowers.

Miss Eleanor Clapp O. T. at ihe Provincial Sanatorium. explained how courses in different types of handicraft not only help to pass the time more pleasantly for pa- tients confined to the Sanatorium. but also provide them with profit- able hobbles which give a measure of independence when patients are discharged. The average Stay of a, patient in the Sanatorium is 259 days as compared with M days for a, patient in a regular hos- pital. So life in the San is quite different. Children even go to school there or rather school is brought to them by their teacher. Unlike children who are well. "WY are disappointed and lost when summer vacation time comes! Miss Clapp had on display many beautifully finished articles and garments made by patients. some were intended for gifts, others for sale.

Miss Maylea Boswell brought to the Convention many interesting items of news dealing with Insti- tute work. She explained the sug- gested new set-up of rallies and district conventions. She told of the Sewing, Food and Garden Clubs that had been organized and also solicited support for the Fund to provide Sahatorium pa- tients with radios. The objective for this Fund is 56,000.

Resolutions dealing with the re- introduction of Latin on the rural elementary school curriculum, the addition of an eratta to the W. I.

Cook Book. the shortage of nurs- ing personnel and a request to have the law regarding the sale and manufacture of illegal liquor en- forced were read by MIPS. lee

Wedding of Interest In Vancouver

The following social item km the Vancouver Province will be C interest here.

"A quiet wedding ceremony place Saturday afternoon, July in Christ Church Cathedral Cha& el, Vancouver, when younzer 311 bers of prominent British Columbh families were principals.

The bride was Barbara Gambh Ashworth, daughter of Mrs. D. 0. (Pete) Marshall and the late ND. Clarke Gamble Ashworth, and sm exchanged vows with Douglll 'rj1orpe F-ripps, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. James Oliver Fripps.

The bride, who is a. granddaughp ter of the late Mir. and Mrs. J. M. K. Lelson and Mr. J. J Ashworth of Toronto and a niece of Maj.- Gen. H. G. F. Lclson. was given in marriage by her uncle,, Mr. Gordon M. Letson. Rev. Stanley l-liggs of- ficlated at the ceremony.

Cool as mist. we the fragile grey lace afternoon length dress worn by the bride. Her hat was a. tiny cloche sprayed with coral sweet peas which were repeated in her cluster bouquets.

As sole attendant. Miss Valeria Jackson wore a deeper-toned grey nylon taffeta gown with contrast- ing pink dot. pattern. in pink too was her soft. velvet. cap and 1110 rarnations she carried.

Mr. Peter Bagshaw was but man. A reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Mar- shall for immediate families and close friends. For a wedding trip to Harrison Hot springs, the bride changed to a trim suit of whim gabardine with cocoa brown hat and accessories.

Mr. and Mira. Fripps will be well remembered by many friends here. He was the first inspector of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Detachment in this province when he served for a number of years. TEj.M..M..M...M

I-fynes, Millview, Convener of the Resolutions Committee.

An invitation to hold the Ian Convention in Vernon was extend- ed by Mrs. Lloyd Purness. Thin invitation was accepted and the following officers were appointed:

President - Mrs. Willard Mac. Kay. Vernon.

secretary - Mrs. Richard Mac. Rae, Vernm.

Resolutions Committee - Mrs. Bernard MacPherson, Uigg; Mu, Murdock MacLeod. Orwell; Mu, Ernest Collings. Vernon River.

A delicious salad supper served by the members of Vernon River and Uigg-Klnross Institufu brought 8. very enjoyable afternoon session to I close.

The evening session opened wiifi "O Canada." Films on Scotland and Ireland shown by Mir. J. L Martin of the National Film Board were viewed with much interest.

soloists Joan Msclgod. or and Alfred MaoPherson, Uigg 3:3 entertained the audience.

Mr. W. R. Shaw, guest speak was the last. on the progra so that those attending the annu

school meeting might aisophegr 1; entertaining and informative dress. All llrment hoped it mi be Possible for Mr. Show to eg visit this district and continue ti); vivid portrayal of his European ur. On motion of Mrs. Bernard M Pharaoh and Mrs. W. E. Macxig non, a vote of thanks was extended to all who had contributed to fill success of the Convention.