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CALGARY, ALBERTA, FRI DAY, FEBRUARY 15th, 1952
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DAIRYMEN'S CONVENTION
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Large Attendance at Edmon- ton Gathering — Duffy Is President for 1952
EDMONTON, Alta. — In spite of the adverse conditions which face the dairy farmers — conditions which caused some lowering of milk produc- tion in 1951 — producers ‘can point with pride to a number of outstanding achievements during the past year,” J. R. Crozier of St. Albert, declared in his Presidential address to the Thirty-first Annual Meeting of the Al- berta Dairymen’s Association.
“The average production per cow,” he pointed out. “again showed a slight increase, to reach 5,660 lbs. of milk and 203.8 lbs. of butterfat. This is the first time in the history of Alberta when the average butterfat production per cow has exceeded 200 lbs.”
Mr. Crozier dealt at length with achievements in other’ important fields which will be dealt with later in this article.
The Convention proved to be an excellent one, with a large attend- ance — approximately 550 being seat- ed at the annual banquet — and the
papers by outstanding authorities in’
Canada on various aspects of dairy- ing, and the constructive discussions which followed, set an enviable stan- dard.
Cancel Dance
The entertainment and dance which had been planned for the occasion of the banquet were at’ once cancelled when the announcement of the sad news of the King’s death was re- ceived, in pained silence, by the dele- gates during the morning. Instead, the Rev. Dr. G. H. Villett, principal of Alberta College, gave an address in which he paid an eloquent and deeply moving tribute to His late Majesty.
The Convention honored the admi- nistrative -head of one of Alberta’s dairy farmers’ co-operatives by elect- ing R. V. Duffy of Calgary, manager of the Co-operative Milk Company of that city, its President for the coming year.
Other officers are: ist Vice-Presi- dent, T. Morris, Didsbury; 2nd Vice- president, J. R. Sweeney, 11136 - 82nd Ave., Edmonton; Secretary-Treasurer, W. F. Empey, 11505 -95A St., Edmon- ton; Directors, R. F. Smith, Calgary; O. Lundberg, Alix; E. E. Peterson, Central Creameries Ltd., Calgary; T. H. Howes, Millet; A. M. Adamson, Box 4114, South Edmonton.
A new method of appointing the directorate of the Association was
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Nearly Half Delivered Wheat Tough or Damp
The King
Death called him very quietly when it came To ease him of a burden bravely borne. A moment served to quench the spirit’s flame That had sustained a body wracked and worn. Such was. his passing, and the storm of grief That swept through all the realms of his domain, And far beyond, was tempered by relief That destiny had spared him further pain.
He brought to kingly duties selfless zeal
And clothed them with humility and grace. He spared himself no sacrifice to seal
The British throne in its time-honored place. And, tribute that all others may transcend, His far-flung subjects loved him as a friend.
Honored by Dairymen
On his retirement last week from the office of General Secretary-Trea- surer of the Alberta Dairymen’s Asso- ciation, D. H. McCallum was presented with a wrist watch in ap- preciation of his thirteen years’ pains- taking and efficient work in the building up of the Association. Mr. McCallum is known throughout. the
—ISA GRINDLAY JACKSON. .
Province by reason of his valued ser- vice to the industry as Dairy Commis- sioner for the Province. He has re- linquished the secretaryship of the Association, which has carried no re- muneration, in deference to a recently announced policy of the Minister. This policy provides that no civil servant may devote time to such non-depart- mental activities.
ABOUT 150 MILLION BUSHELS OF WHEAT STILE IN FIELDS
Sales Tough Wheat Substan- tical — Heavy in Tough and Damp Coarse Grains
$6 MILLION BUS. DRIED
Wheat Board Negotiating for Use of Drying Facilities and Storage Space
By M. McDOUGALL, Press Gallery Leader Correspondent
OTTAWA, Feb. 11th. — It will only be some months from now that the exact toll. taken by bad weather last fall in grain crops of Western Canada can be accurately known. As esti- mated some time ago there are ap- proximately 150 million bushels of wheat still in the fields. It will largely depend on the nature of the weather in the spring, and also on the weather in between, what will be the extent of the salvage and what further damage may be done.
Some Ground for Encouragement
Some encouragement is, however, to. be gained from the record of the marketing of tough and wet grain from the previous crop. The prices received for numbers 5, 6 and feed wheat were on the average $1.640, $1.505 and $1.4456 a bushel, that is from 20 to 40 cents a bushel under Number -1 Northern.
This is a considerable difference, but these lower grades in which the tough and wet grain is placed have a definite value. There is, of course, no guarantee how values will hold up with the considerable addition to lower grades from last autumn’s crop.
Of the total 1951 crop of 531 million bushels of wheat, which includes the 150, million in the field, 325 million are available for marketing, after making allowance for farm seed and feed requirements. Producers have delivered about 250 million bushels. Through unfavorable marketing wea- ther, 116 million: of this total, or about 46 per cent, were accepted by the Pools and Board as tough or damp.
In addition, there are 54 million bushels tough or damp oats and bar- ley that have been delivered, making a total of about 170 million bushels tough or damp wheat, oats and bar- ley taken from the farms and avail- able for marketing.
Sales of Tough Wheat Substantial .
The sale by the Canadian Wheat Board of the tough wheat has been substantial in amount already, Rt. Hon. C. D. Howe, Minister: of Trade and Commerce, has stated in his re-
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Head Office, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan January 3, 1952
Mr. Roy C. Marler,
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Edmonton, Alberta.
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A -further letter from Mr. Phelps
position is well known in Saskatche- wan so far as'the Federation is con- cerned and I am on record, two years ago at the convention where the re- organization of the farm group took place, as opposing a move at that time to withdraw from the Federa- tion here in Saskatchewan. Inci- dentally, I feel had I not taken the position at that time, the resolution which was before the convention to withdraw would have carried by a large majority. As a result of my appeal to the convention, they: tabled the resolution and have continued their membership. Again we are on record here with a recorded vote at a meeting of the Federation in Sas- katchewan where we moved a resolu- tion asking for a committee to be set up to enquire into the status and eligibility of member groups with a view to making it,;more representa- tive of bona fide farmers. That reso- lution with the organizations voting in opposition is a part of the official records of the S.F.A. indicating that the only ones who voted for it at that time were the representatives of the Farmers’ Union.
It is quite true that at a meeting this last year some of the organiza- tions had, in the interim, apparently seen the error of their decision and agreed to have a committee set up.
Our position here in Saskatchewan is clear. We have a mandate from the convention which our Board has decided to adhere to closely and have instructed myself as well as our rep- resentatives to the Federation accord- ingly. I wish it to be clearly under- stood insofar as I am concerned, and I think on this point I speak for the others of our group, we are. not out to scuttle the Federation and cer- tainly we are not gunning for any individual. Both our own organiza- tion and the Manitoba Farmers’ Union have made their stand quite clear and have given what in our opinion is ample reason and justification for it. “So far as we are concerned, we have no idea of carrying on any run- ning feud unless, of course, we are attacked. In other words, so far as we are concerned, we will go ahead quietly with our own business and let the Federation do likewise if the requirements are not met as set out in our corrvention resolution. We are continuing our membership for the present and our delegates will be at the S.F.A. annual meeting next week. For my part, I have consistently opposed individuals expressing’ their own personal opinions from time to time in the Federation. In fact, I think no organization should be allowed to vote on a matter until the particular question under discussion has been thoroughly discussed, or reasonably so by the membership of
each of the organizations they rep-.
resent and that they have an official policy endorsed by a_ substantial majority of their members at an annual meeting. If a matter arises where this has not been done, they ought to either abstain from voting and discussing that particular item, or the item ought to be deferred and placed on the agenda for endorsation or otherwise by each of the. member bodies before it comes up for further discussion and final decision and be incorporated as an item of general policy for agriculture.
February 15th, 1952 Hangs At H
At No. 10 Downing Street, London, official residence of British Prime Min- isters, the Union Jack hangs at half- mast in mourning for the late king.
With portions of your letter I heart- ily agree, particularly’ with your ref- erence to the need for co-operation. My observations in the Province of Manitoba where I have spent some time during the last year, and cer- tainly here in Saskatchewan, would lead me to reply that co-operation is a two-way street and it certainly has not been forthcoming, particu- larly insofar as Saskatchewan and Manitoba are concerned in Federation circles.
There is one passage in your letter, however, that might be seriously questioned, quote: “This confidence will not be obtained by hatred, or greed and lust: for prestige.” So far as I am concerned, I came back into the farm movement under consider- able pressure, with one idea in mind, that was to see that the opinions and ideas of, the actual producers on the farm..were. represented and that the actual farm men and farm women of the prairie provinces most particu- larly will get a square deal. So far as I am concerned, nothing will stand in the way of those objectives and I have lately been questioning in my own mind whether or not this can always be obtained through having too heavy representation of our com- mercial co-operatives drafting the major policies for agriculture. I wish it to be clearly understood that I am a member and have patronized these same co-operatives. This question was quite thoroughly discussed with Mr. Hannam when Mr. Stimpfle and. myself were on one of our trips to Ottawa almost 1% years ago, and I was surprised and somewhat gratified to learn that Mr. Hannam himself was somewhat concerned over the. situation.
However, I don’t think we need be too pessimistic because it is not something that cannot be corrected if there is a will to do so. For my part, I am optimistic enough to be- lieve that. time and circumstances will foster the desire for change.
It is noted in the closing sentence of your letter you state that you are providing the F.U.A. with a copy of your letter to me. In order that their files might be complete, it may be only fair to suggest that you could also enclose copies of my former letter and this reply.
With best wishes_for the New Year,
Yours very truly, (Sgd.) J. L. PHELPS, President, Sask. Farmers’ Union.
February 15th, 1952
THE WESTERN FARM LEADER
Juniors Again to Sponsor Stampede Queen
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Deadline for Entries March 8h
PONSORSHIP of a candidate for Queen of the Calgary Stampede will again be undertaken this year by the
Junior Farmers’ Union of Alberta; and the deadline for entries has been set for March 8th.
Invited to Send Names
This announcement was made by Bruce Ellis of Hubal- ta, President of the Junior F.U.A., to The Western Farm Leader, following a meeting of the Board of the Junior Branch recently held in Edmonton. All Locals are invited to send in the names of prospective can- didates. Following the dead- line, a Junior Committee, in co-operation. with a Senior group, will meet to make the final selection.
“Our meeting in Edmonton was a most successful one,” Mr. Ellis said in conversation with the editor of this paper. ‘The Junior program for 1952 was one of the main subjects discussed, and it was decided to print in booklet form the program and policy of the Juniors, together with other information that prospective members would wish to have.
“Another project for this year will be the building of a Fun File. A skeleton file will be sent out to every Local. The file will include suggested community projects; songs, dances, games, etc., as well as business pro- cedure for meetings. Each month a
division of this file will be completed
through from various
locals.
To Elect Directors at F.Y.P.W.
“It was decided again this year to elect District Directors at our Annual Business Session held during Farm Young People’s Week at the Univer- sity of Alberta. ay
“An invitation will be extended to the Junior Farmers of Ontario to send two delegates to our Farm Young People’s Week. ~ “A committee was set up to inves- tigate the designing of crests and window stickers for the Juniors.”
In the absence from Canada of Mr. Ellis, who will leave in March for Britain, as one of the two Nuffield Scholars from Canada who will this year acquire practical knowledge of British farming in a course which will provide wide opportunities for travel and-study, the power to sign cheques will be delegated to Miss Mable Ras- muson, Vice-President, from Gwynne. The Board elected Ronald Pollock of Hubalta to act on the Executive.
Attending the Board meeting were the President and Vice-President and the following Directors: Miss Elsie Kulachkosky, Bonanza; Miss Julia Luka, Hines Creek; Malcolm McMil- lan, Edmonton; Wallace Bland, Ed- monton; Donald Starke, Camrose;
suggestions
Miss Muriel Bauer, Lacombe; Ronald
Pollock, Hubalta; Walter Shadlock, Rosedale; Don McBride, Arrowwood. —_@_"_—_-
WHOSE STANDARD?
(Ottawa Citizen)
Mr. Abbott says the “real price” Canadians must pay for freedom and security is a temporary reduction in their standards of living. This makes sense, because an increasing amount of the national effort is being put into defence ... But the trouble is living standards are not being re- duced evenly. High prices don’t pre- went a very wealthy man from buy- ing all the things he wants for per- sonal consumption ... Farther down _,, at length a point is reached where the individual concerned is at his wits end to make ends meet. He doesn’t need to be reminded of the price of freedom. and security. The big defec\
Albertans Win Three Awards
Alberta young people won three awards in the essay competition sponsored by the Canadian Council on Boys’ and. Girls’ Club work, and open to the 118 club winners who attended National Club week in 1951. In first place was Margery Johannson, Mar- kerville; in fourth, Kenneth Mordis, Didsbury, and in tenth Dana Morke- berg, Markerville, Alta.
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A.F.A. NOTES
By JAMES R. McFALL, Secretary
National Secretary Improving — Colin Groff, Secretary of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (as was stated in a report of the Convention in the last issue), was unable to attend the annual meeting at Mon- treal in January because of illness. Word is that after a few weeks’ rest he will be back at work.
I am sure that I can say, on behalf of all those who know Colin, that we wish him a speedy recovery.
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National Marketing Act — The abil- ity of farmers to set up marketing -oards for the selling of their farm commodities has received a severe setback as a result of Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island ruling.
The validity of the marketing act in that Province, has been challenged in court, and the ruling of the P.EA. Supreme Court was not favorable to that act or with regard to the Na-
tional ‘Marketing Act (or Bill 82 as
it is commonly called).
There is no doubt this case will go before the Supreme Court of Canada for a final ruling. Even if the ruling is reversed, it will have the effect of retarding action in other Provinces attempting to secure provincial mar- keting legislation and marketing boards. o
Here, in this Province, the Federa- tion has been attempting to secure a provincial marketing act that will enable poultry producers to set up their own board for marketing eggs.
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Federation Mailing List — The Fed- eration mailing list includes the direc- tors of all affiliate member bodies and delegates of organizations in some instances. This list also in- cludes a large number who have ex- pressed desire to receive monthly bulletins, and literature dealing with Federation activities.
At this time we are revising this list and will be glad: to include the names of any farmers who wish to write the. Federation. office at 515 Lougheed Building, Calgary, Alberta.
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NOW ON RURAL CIRCUITS
Produced by the National Film Board for the Department of Arricul- ture at Ottawa, the motion picture “Milk-Made” has won first prize in the fourth International Exhibition at Brescia, Italy. The picture is now being shown on the rural circuits of the National Film Board. It includes a brief historical sequence to show the development of the dairy industry in Canada, and goes, in detail, into the processing of fluid milk, and the making of butter, cheese,.ice cream, evaporated, concentrated and pow- dered milk.
in the Government’s financial policy for defence is that it expects the man at the bottom to earry more than his fair share of the load.
Invite Young Scotch Farm People— Young People’s Week
“The Junior Board of the Farm- ers’ Union of Alberta are con- sidering the extending of an in- vitation to several Scotch Farm Young People to attend Farm Young People’s Week at the Uni- versity of Alberta this summer,” Bruce Ellis,. Junior! F.U.A. Presi- dent, advised The Western Farm Leader a few days ago. “If this plan is adopted, we shald hope to show our visitors a glimpse of the Canadian Rockies. This group of young people will be in Ontario on an exchange visit during the summer. Assistance in financing their transportation is being looked) into.”
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KING GEORGE VI
The genuine sorrow so widely felt on the announcement of the death of King George last week is not to be explained merely by his exalted position.
Position alone could not have won the regard and respect in which His Majesty was so universally held, not only in the Common- wealth but in many other parts of the world. It was in his character, in his simple, single- minded devotion to duty, that the explanation was to be found.
Devotion to duty was the King’s common practice. He remained in London during the war, sharing the dangers of air attack with his people; and the Queen,-his wife, now the Q@ueen Mother, stayed by his side. Together they visited countless bombed areas, giving generously of their'sympathy and encourage- ment; and in many less spectacular.matters we have learned that it was a guiding rule of the King’s life to do what he conceived to be his duty.
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It has been the fashion at times to affect something like contempt for “duty”, the im- plication being that there are more lustrous manifestations of personality than its per- formance. Nothing could be more mistaken. Nothing can be more splendid than the con- sistent following of high standards of right and of duty. And we have cause for gratitude that a life, lived so much in the public eye as that of the late King, should have been one of unfailing adherence to such standards. Such a life ennobles the common life we all share.
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We are proud to print on page one of this issue the tribute to King George, written by Isa Grindlay Jackson. Many of our readers will feel, as we do, that Mrs. Jackson expresses, in very beautiful words, what we have all been thinking. i
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QUALIFICATIONS UNSURPASSED
We can think of no citizen of Canada or of any part of the Commonwealth more highly qualified by culture and experience and character and personality than the Right Hon. Vincent Massey for the high post to which he has been called.
It is possible that.in these respects Mr. Massey is without equal. He has served with distinction in Washington and London, himself contributing to the growth of understanding among the peoples of the Commonwealth and between them and our good neighbors of the United States. No one is better fitted than he to represent the Queen as Governor- General of Canada. And yet... we believe a golden opportunity has been missed.
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AN OPPORTUNITY MISSED In words which were used by Mr. Churchill in the British House of Commons this week, the Commonwealth consists of
_ realms scattered. throughout the world whose
peoples are held together by bonds of “deep allegiance to the Crown or respectful associa- tion with it.” Among these member nations,
let us not forget, are the Asiatic lands —
India, Pakistan, Ceylon.
Could any. other appointment have done so much to draw together the peoples of the East and the West as the selection of some distinguished citizen of one of these lands as Governor-General of Canada, or, for that mat- ter, as Governor-General of Australia or New Zealand?
Certain names come to mind; but we will mention only two.
Sir Benegal Rau, who represents India on the Security Council of the U.N., would lend lustre to the office of Governor-General; as, of: course, would Pandit Nehru (who, as one of the creators of modern India, ranks second only to Gandhi), if he could be spared from his almost superhuman task as leader of his people in times of grave difficulty.
Another name we might suggest is that of Madame Pandit, who also has represented India in the United Nations.
Serving in the United Nations organiza- tion; and also serving in various of the capi- tals of the Commonwealth (and in capitals of nations not members of the Commonwealth), are not a few distinguished citizens of India and of Pakistan, as well as of Ceylon —
citizens well qualified for such an office as ‘that of Governor-General.
There may never
be so propitious a time as the present might
have been for an invitation to this office in
Canada to be made — in friendship and
fraternity. We hope, nevertheless, that the
opportunity may recur. * * *
It is true, of course, that India (unlike Pakistan or Ceylon) is a republic, and that she has no Governor-General. She would not, therefore, be in a position to extend a reciprocal invitation to Canada or any other realm. We need hot repine about that. We could be assured that the Indian people
. would wish to. discover means of honoring
us by associating Canadians with India in some field. We may remember, also, thatthe one thing which remains constant about our Commonwealth is its adaptability
to new situations and to the meeting of new needs. + »
It was in the Calgary Herald that we first read the suggestion. that Canada should advise the crown to appoint to the office of Governor-General a citizen of a sister realm such as Australia. That in itself — would be excellent.
We believe, also, that the Herald would agree that the extension of the field of selection to nations Which are at once custodians of an ancient civiliza- tion and culture and newcomers among the self- governing realms of the Commonwealth, might well prove fruitful in -years to come in benefits of the highest order to the Commonwealth and to the world.’
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February 15th, 1952
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By JAS. R. McFALL NDER no circumstance did U those responsible for the development of agricul- tural research need to apolo- gize for the amount of money spent in this field, Harold S. Fry, President of the Agricul- tural Institute of Canada, stat- ed emphatically when he ad- dressed Calgary and. District members of the national orga- nization and of the Alberta In- stitute of Agrologists in the Club Cafe, on Friday, February
Sth. Case of Hybrid Corn
Using the development of hybrid corn aS an example, Mr. Fry called attention to the fact that in one year (1949) the increased production of this cereal yielded $130 for every dollar spent on research.
The average increase in value of the products of the farm as a result of different research projects, he add- ed, was $74 for every dollar spent for
research.
To Visit All Branches
Mr. Fry reported that he had pro-
mised himself that he would visit all of the 21 branch organizations of the Institute in Canada if possible during his term of office and that unless un- foreseen circumstances intervened he would accomplish this goal. - The basis of Mr. Fry’s address was the 9 points listed in the objectives of the association. He Suggested that every organization should review its objectives at least once a year, to take a close look at its activities to see that every effort was being made to carry out the purpose for which it was organized,
The question of maintaining high standards in the profession, encour- agement of agricultural reseafch, the co-operation among workers and co-
ordination as between departments,
were stressed in particular.
Will Give Full Research Picture
In .dealing with the work of the Institute, Mr. Fry pointed out that the work of their research committee un- der the Chairmanship of Dr. Robert Newton would be available in the near future. He said that this report would be very complete and would sive a full picture of agricultural re- search work comnleted and being car- ried on in Canada. It will be made available,.to the members and to in- stitutions and business concerns, in- terested in this field, at a nominal price. He felt that it would be most valuable.
The agricultural field is so wide in its scope and diverse in nature -that there was alwavs the danger of lack of co-operation and co-ordination. The National President stressed this fact and nointed out that it was the work of the Institute: and its members to help prevent this development. Ta accomplish this we need a strong, ac- tive membership.
Membership Over 3,000
In summing un. general activities, Mr. Fry expressed pride in the Insti- tute’s new office building at Ottawa: and in the fact that the memhershin was now over 3.000 and that the Council meetings were alwavs well at- tended, in that the organization was now financially able to pav all travel- ling expenses. This meant that Council memhers and Presidents were elected on the basis of interest and ahility and not on the individual's abilitv to travel without cost to the Association. He stressed that we should alwavs keep this fact in mind and elect our very best men to these positions.
Norman Smith, Editor of The West-
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port. Some of it has been sold for milling in Canada and some for overseas customers, Great Britain and countries on the continent. About 30 million bushels have gone t6 the east for shipment across the Atlantic.
It is also stated that heavy sales have been made in the tough and damp oats and barley.
Some 36 million bushels of grain have already been dried, and terminal elevators aré working as rapidly as possible on grain being delivered to them. A good deal of damp grain is also expected to be shipped in bond to the United States for drying. The Wheat Board has been negotiating for the use of drying facilities and Storage space. A special freight tariff for this grain has been set by the two Canadian railways.
Harvested Grain on Farms Problem
Much the larger proportion of har- vested grain has been delivered from the farms, but the amount remaining is still a problem. The distribution at all delivery points has not been on an equality, despite the efforts that have been and are being made to reduce this inequality to a mini- mum. As stocks remaining on farms include some damp and tough grain, the problem of delay is a seri- ous one, and efforts are being made to get all the grain as rapidly as possible on its way to elevators.
The marketing of Canada’s grain crop is continuing “on a substantial scale’. “
ern Farm Leader, a guest and an old friend of Mr. Fry’s in the journalistic field, introduced the speaker. Maurice Hartnett, Manager of the Calgary Stampede and Exhibition, was intro- duced as a new member to the Branch, being transferred from the Regina Branch. He in turn expressed appreciation for Mr. Fry’s able and in- teresting address. Mr. Fry has been
for many years Editor of The Country Guide.
The next meeting of the Institute will be held in March, when the mem- bers will continue their discussion on Conservation and Land Use. —
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THE WESTERN FARM LEADER
February 15th, 1952
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E are pleased to announce that the cash final payments to be made to our mem- bers this year will amount to $71,965.37.
This: amount will pay out series Q (1945) in your yellow pass book. In addition, our Neapolis friends will receive in cash their series C partici- pations amounting to $3,441.41. Your 1951 de- liveries of cream, eggs, poultry and milk earned you 4 per cent and the individual earnings will be credited in your yellow pass book when you send it in to Red Deer. The total amount to be credited to patrons for 1991 for future payment is $160,713.88. -
With the payments to be made this year our members will have received the sum of 922 393.00 in cash payments over and above the full market price of their goods, and have
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The amount credited to your account as Final Payment for the year 1951, and for which no cash settlement has yet been made, is, according to the Bylaws of the Pool, a loan made by, you to your organization, and as such MUST be included in your Income Tax return, as ineome for 1951.
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Dairy Farmers of Canada Deal with Major Issues. By JAMES A. WOOD, President of the C.A.D.P. 66 E od in such a manner that ‘the stability and welfare of the entire dairy industry is being seriously impaired. These conditions are matters of grave concern to Dairy Farmers of Canada.” This declaration prefaces the very important Statement of Policy of the Dairy Farmers of Canada, as quoted in an extended review of the recent convention of that organization, given by President
CONOMIC and other forces continue to operate in Canada
]. A. Wood of the C.A.D.P., below. The recommendations made by
the Convention are given in full
Elnora, Alberta Dear Members:
At the request of the Editor of The Western Farm Leader, this-is a report of our trip to Montreal to attend the conven- tion of-the Dairy Farmers of Canada. Also a few observa- tions on the Canadian Federa- tion of Agriculture convention which followed the Dairy Farmers’ meeting.
A Dairy Co-op in Quebec
We left Calgary by air on January 13th at 9:20 p.m. Ow- ing to fog over Toronto, we were grounded at Winnipeg from 1:20 a.m. to 9:20 a.m..on January 14th. When we left for Montreal the plane did not
_ stop at Toronto due to fog.
On Tuesday, January 15th Mr. John- stone and the writer left by train for Granby, Quebec, to interview and observe how a Dairy Co-op works in Quebec.
This plant expects to handle up to 500,000 lbs of milk per day. This milk is made into powder (skim and whole) by the spray method’ and shipped as far as South America. They also handle feeds of different kinds and have a large grist mill and sell farm machinery, Cockshutt and Co- op implements; also farm supplies.
These people were very courteous and very interested in our organiza- tion. Granby is 60 miles south of Montreal. On our way, we passed by many acres of apple orchards.
Some Convention Features
The Dairy Farmers’ convention was opened in the Windsor Hotel, January 16th at 1:30 p.m. by President Gilbert McMillan. I wish we had space to report in full the addresses given by the many speakers. If we did, we would use all the pages of our paper for a good many issues; however, we will give a quotation from a few.
The President: “Canada’s Dairy Industry produces $750,000,000 of
by Mr. Wood.
real purchasing power within Can- ada every year. Canada must have at least 300,000 more cows in 1955 if we are to maintain our present rate of consumption per capita.”
The Director’s Report, Financial Report, address by W. C. Cameron, Ottawa — “Dairy Industrv Review”; and an address by Waldo Walsh, Dep- uty Minister of Agdiculture, Halifax, N.S., were other outstanding Tues- day features, while the showing of a film on dairying in Sweden and,Com- modity Group meeting of Whole Milk delegates were among Wednesday’s highlights.
On Thursday morning delegates divided into; Group A — Cheese, Group B — Concentrated, Group C — Butter, Group D — Whole Milk. The decision of each group formed the policy of the Dairy Farmers.
All Thursday afternoon was _ spent on reports of the Publicity Depart- ment, and an address was given by H. C. MacCallum, Advertising Execu- tive. The Annual Banquet was held at 6;30 p.m., the guest speaker being Hon. Paul Martin, Minister of National Health and Welfare.
On Friday there was a panel discus- sion — “Where is the Dairy Industry Heading?”’, with Gordon Loveridge, President of the Sask. Co-operative Creamery Ass’n. Ltd. in the chair. Taking part were Dr. E. C. Hope. agri- — cultural Economist, Canadian Federa- tion of Agriculture, J. C. Weaver, On- tario Whole Milk Producers’ League, Fred J. Reynolds, Vice-President and General Manager, the Borden Co. Ltd., Ottawa, and Mme. H. E. Vautelet, Vice-President Canadian Association of Consumers.
Some Startling Statements
This pane] discussion was the high- light of the convention and brought out some startling statements. Mere are just a few:
Dr. Hope: “The dairy farmer whe breeds good dairy cows to beef bulls is missing the boat. Dairying will ex- pand while the beef cycle is, at the top. Beef prices may be 50% lower in two years.”
Mr. Weaver: “There was a short-
February 15th, 1952
THE WESTERN FARM LEADER CENTRAL ALBERTA DAIRY POOL SECTION a
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE
RETURN OF YOUR PASSBOOK
When you send us YOUR book please remember it will be one of approximately 10,000 other books coming into our office.
We will return your book with a cheque for series © (1945) together with the entry of your 1951 earnings as soon as possible — so be patient and do not write for its return.
If you write we will have to decline a reply in order to apply the time necessary to get your records to you at the earliest
possible moment.
We Mourn the Loss oe! A Great Co-operator
Our membership mourns the passing of one of the first mem- bers of the Central Alberta Dairy Pool, Mr. Walter Coventry Hall Parlby. who passed away in his ninetieth year at his’ home at Alix. Walter Parlby was a great co-operator. .°His membership number of the C.A.D.P. was 18, which indicated that he lost no time in throwing his weight be- hind our first organizational ef- forts with those of his friends and neighbors. As recorded in the notice which appeared in the last issue of The Western Farm Leader, Walter Parlby was also a.past president of Alix Local of the U.F.A. and an original mem- ber of the Wheat Pool. We mourn the loss of a great co-operator.
age of butter because of the Federal Government’s Wartime Policy. The claim we could not produce enough is false.”
Mr. Reynolds: “We will be in busi- ness when they are looking for sub- stitutes to replace the substitutes we are using today.”
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Alberta Directors Elected
Election of Provincial Directors took place on Friday. -Alberta Directors are: F. Maddock, President, Northern Alberta Dairy Pool, and R. Bailey, Manager Alberta Fluid Milk Pro- ducers.
Delegates from Alberta were: R. Stanley, Northern Alberta Dairy Pool, Frank Maddock, Northern’ Alberta Dairy Pool, Mr. Crozier, President, Al- berta Dairy Producers, R. Bailey, E. A. Johnstone and the writer.
The policy adopted by the Conven- tion for 1952 was as follows:
Policy for 1952
Statement of Policy: Economic and other forces continue, to operate in Canada in such a manner that the stability and welfare of the entire dairy industry is being seriously im- paired. These conditions are matters of grave concern to Dairy Farmers of Canada.
In its task of seeking and providing remedies, Dairy Farmers of Canada fully realizes the heavy responsibilities it carries; responsibility for protecting and advancing the economic interests of Canadian dairymen and of main- taining an adequate supply of high quality dairy foods for the general public which constitutes our home market. There is also the duty of providing these foods on a basis that is equitable and just, not only for our consumer market, but for the Cana- dian dairy industry as a whole.
Dairy Farmers of Canada asks, not favors, but government meas- ures which are justly warranted and in line with protection enjoy- ed by industries of lesser econo- mic importance to our country. To meet current problems Dairy Farmers of Canada subscribe to following policies:
COLORING IN MARGARINE—Dairy Farmers of Canada has noted in Pro- vinces where restrictions on factory coloring exist,.a growing movement to secure amended legislation to lega- lize factory coloring of margarine to be sold in the said Provinces. Ap- parently the consumer has found mar- garine unappetizing in its natural color.
Dairy Farmers of Canada does not object to the manufacturers coloring .their product, providing always that the color used is other than the natural yellow color associated with butter. VEGETABLE OILS — There is no
other single factor in Canada today contributing more effectively to a de- cline in the dairy industry than use of cheap vegetable oils as substitutes for butterfat. Dairy Farmers of Can- ada will therefore ask the Federal Government for legislatien which will give adequate protection to the dairy industry. We feel we are being un- fairly excluded from the peltey of pro-
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WORLD CHRONICLE
Jan. 30th. — “U.S. Admiral McCor- mick appointed supreme commander NATO naval forces on Atlantic.
Jan. 31st. Princess Elizabeth and Duke of Edinburgh begin new tour, flying to Kenya. Churchill govern- ment wins vote of ¥ confidence, sup- Ff: ported by Liberals; |* Labor attacks new charges for health ® services in budget.
acter assassin,” charges Truman. At Panmunjom, UN clear way for considera- tion of final item
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Cairo comes report authorities order cessation of guerrilla activities by fanatical nationalists. Bevan charges Churchill Government means to de- stroy socialized health scheme by cutting free services; about $58 mil- lions in charges to be passed on to patients. Paul Robeson, prevented by U.S. immigration officials from cross- ing border into Canada, maintains he is “loyal to basic principles of this nation”.
Feb. 2nd. —- UN committee votes to postpone consideration of Korean question until conclusion of truce negotiations.
Feb. 3rd. — Eight hundred arrested on charges connected with Cairo riot- ing of a week ago. Harold L. Ickes, prominent Roosevelt aide and New Dealer, dies, aged 77. Pastor Martin Neimoeller, leading Lutheran who defied Hitler and spent eight years in a concentration camp,: opposes German rearmament which U.S. is pressing for, and calls for negotia- tions between West and East Ger- many and neutralization of country.
Feb. 4th. — Adenauer declares he won’t sign European army treaty until West Germany gets representa- tion in NATO. General Nuckols, spokesman for UN negotiators at Panmunjom, says chances for armis- tice greatly improved in recent days. Premier Maher Pasha says he’s work- ing for better relations between Egypt and “all the powers of the free world.’”’ Governor- General Clifford of Falkland Islands, will investigate Anglo -Argentinian clash on Graham land, Antartica.
Feb. 5th. — Fear of immediate war is lessened, de- clares Eden. Prices of rationed foods in Britain — but-3 ter, cheese, bacon, Be sugar — to be in- creased. Cairo re-ma@ ports British peace offer received. U.S. planes
H. L. ICKES destroy Communist centres, reported.
Feb. 6th. — King George VI dies in his sleep, at Sandringham, where
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he was born 56 years ago; reign of fifteen yeafs ended. Is mourned throughout Commonwealth; marks of respect paid in U.S., many other parts of world. His daughter becomes Queen Elizabeth II.
Feb. 7th. — Queen Elizabeth, with Duke of Edinburgh, returns to Lon- don; her proclamation as Queen of Canada in Ottawa is first proclama- tion in Commonwealth. In world broadcast, Churchill declared late King George VI was “model and guide” to | constitutional monarchs. Figures published in Ottawa . show Canadian national income in 1951 was at a record figure of $17 billions; in-
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ESTABLISH FUND TO PROVIDE PERMANENT OFFICES FOR F.U.A.
To secure permanent offices, a Building Fund will be established by the Farmers’ Union of Alberta, and contributions from Locals and indivi- duals will be invited, it was decided by the Board, meeting in Edmonton recently. The house that was bought some years ago as a residence for the President will be sold, and the proceeds will form the nucleus of the fund.
To Convene in Edmonton
The next Annual Convention, it was decided, will be held in the Alberta College Auditorium, Edmonton, from the 8th to the 12th of December next. Plans for district conventions were discussed, and a tentative schedule of dates drawn up.
The F.U.A., it was agreed, will join with the Union of Rural Municipalities, the Alberta Feder- ation of Agriculture, and the Al- berta Association of Municipal Districts in preparing and present- ing to the Provincial Government a brief in support of a new deal in rural electrification.
Membership Ahead
Reports of the membership. drive showed that membership was well ahead of that of the same time a year ago. Tentative arrangements were made to take part in an Inter- Provincial Farm Union Conference in Saskatoon, in July; and President H. G. Young, A. B. Wood and Mrs. W. C. Taylor were elected to the Inter-Pro- vincial Farmers’ Union Council. James Cameron, was appointed as F.U.A. representative on the Hudson’s' Bay Route Association.
President Young presided over the . meeting.
crease of about 18 per cent from pre- vious year; stated 11 per cent due to increases in prices, 5 to 6 per cent in real increase in goods and services.
Queen in London; meeting Privy Council, pledges herself to work, as her father did, “to uphold constitu- tional government and to advance happiness and _ prosperity of my peoples.”
Feb. 9th.
high-level conference on Korean af- fairs, to follow armistice. Cairo news- paper reports Premier of Iraq has secured agreement between Britain and Egypt. London reports Russian airfields are being built near north- eastern frontiers of Yugoslavia. Wash- ington despatch states Chiang-Kai- Shek is building up army in Burma, near Chinese border; arms flown in by private U.S. airmen. Members of NATO will continue to use rifles they have, “until we get a better rifle everyone agrees on,” declares Gen. Omar Bradley.
Feb. 10th. Four reported lynched in election disorders in Iran; at least 31 believed killed during present na- tional elections. Canadian aid to Eu- rope in defence supplies for next fis- cal year may reach half billion dol- lars, reported from Ottawa. Nehru’s Congress party has won 249 out of 356 seats in Irtdia’s general election; 146 not yet decided. British ground forces meet strong Communist opposition in moving to aid of paratroop , force which has captured Malay village near Thai border.
Feb. llth. — Body of King George carried to Westminster Hall, London, where it will lie in state for three days, until funeral on Friday; burial to be in St. George’s, Windsor.
Feb. 12th. — Truce negotiations at Panmunjom adjourn, awaiting details of new Communist proposal. Emer- gency session Egyptian cabinet called.
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Numbers Marketed _ Down but Value. Higher in 1951
The grand total of Alberta cattle, calves, hogs, sheep and lambs marketed in 1951 was- 1,543,971 head, at a value of
$169,083,945. This was a drop in
numbers of 192,890 head from 1950, but the total value of the marketings was higher by nearly $18 millions. Of these handlings, 282,583 head were through the Edmonton stockyards, and 269,823 through Calgary stockyards. Peak steer prices during the year 1951 at the three public markets were as follows: Calgary, $37.50; Ed- monton, $36.50; Lethbridge, $35.80.
ALBERTA’ DAIRYMEN MEET (Continued from Page 1) adopted, to provide for greater contin- uity. The Board now consists of eight members, of whom four shall be pro- ducers and four manufacturers. It is provided that the chairmen of each of the four sections shall be members of the Board and that the remainder shall be elected by ballot at the an- nual meeting. A nominating com- mittee composed of the retiring and two past presidents may present a representative slate of nomirfations when so directed by the Board, for the consideration of the Annual Meeting. Mr. Duffy was elected for a two- year term as_ director, and Mr. Sweeney, the other operator for one; while Mr. Adamson was elected pro- ducer representative for two years and Mr. Morris for one. In future two members will be elected each
year for a period of two ‘Years.
Most Remarkable Achievements
Among other achievements of Al- berta dairy farmers in 1951, the re- tiring President, Mr. Crozier, said pos- sibly the most remarkable were those made by cows owned by Hans Aherns of Red Deer and George M. Gibb of South Edmonton.
“The Ahrens cow Nora Seymour Ormsby repeated with a second high record of 29,525 Ibs. of milk to estab- lish a world record for two successive lactations on twice-a-day milking of 57,975 lbs of milk; while Altagrove Echo Korndike B, owned by George Gibb, produced 1,180 lbs. of butterfat, to make a total of 2,196 lbs. for two successive lactations, again on twice- a-day milking.”
High Herd Average Objective
Mr. Crozier extended congratula- tions to these producers and others with high lactation records under test with the Provincial cow testing ser- vice. _He pointed out that the ulti- mate aim of dairymen should be high herd production and high production per acre.
“We have often heard it said that the dairy cow is the most efficient farm animal in converting crops of grass, legumes and grain into human food,” said Mr. Crozier. As the popu
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Remarking that the quality of dairy products in Alberta has been “some- thing that Alberta dairymen have been able to boast about for many years,” President Crozier said: “I am sure you will all be glad to know that new all-time high figures for both butter and cheese quality were estab- lished in 1951.” Sincere congratula- tions were due to plant men, to the producers for supplying such high quality raw _ products, and Dairy Branch inspectors for their help and guidance.
Mr. Crozier congratulated the Hos- ford family on their winning of a Master Farm Family Award. “This,” he said, present program was_ inaugurated that a dairyman has won_ such honors.”
“June Set-Aside” :
Referring to the “June Set Aside”, Mr. Crozier pointed out that $44,166.77 was collected in 1951 in Alberta for this project of the Dairy Farmers of Canada, this being 90 per cent of the possible and “the highest collection for any Province”’, which “speaks well for the way the industry in Alberta has responded to the need for funds.” (The Convention later expressed full accord with the principles of the Set Aside, and pledged the A.D.A. to “do everything possible to facilitate its collection’).
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conviction that “the industry is work- ing in closer harmony here than in any part of Canada.”
Praises Work on Freight Rates
Referring to the committee of the association on freight rates headed by E. A. Johnstone of Red Deer, Mr. Crozier said the committee, which had had a most active year, “deserves the wholehearted support and thanks of the Association.” He added, ‘‘we hope their work will continue.” (Represen- tations against rate increases made by Mr. Johnstone for the committee were described.)
With the causes of the decline in production last year, Mr. Crozier dealt at length, pointing out that “alterna- tive opportunities for farmers seem to be offering greater remuneration without the same amount of labor re-
.quired.”
The dairy industry was required to meet competition with urban industry to retain youth on farms. “Otherwise, these rich farm lands will pass into hands that have neither experience nor training in agriculture. Such a condition is not desirable, and we must encourage-father-and-son agree- ments, labor saving devices, modern conveniences in farm homes, and, above all, a. price for our product which will allow us to compete.”
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Officers of Sections of the Alberta Dairymen’s Associatioh elected last week are: ‘
Producers’ Section: President, R. F. Smith, R.R. 2, Calgary; Vice- President, J. A. Wood,’ Elnora; Secretary, A. M. Adamson, Box 4114, S. Edmonton; Directors, J. J. Tiffin, Box 325, Lethbridge; T. Morris, Dids- bury; A. J. Ottewell, Clover Bar.
Plant Section: President, O. Lund- Vice - President, A. Lover, S. Edmonton Creamery, Ed- monton; Secretary, A. Bassett, Union Milk Co., Calgary; Directors, Wray Bond, Edmonton City Dairy, Edmon- ton; G. Dey, Red Deer Creamery, Red
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THE WESTERN FARM LEADER
FARM | WOMEN’S INTERESTS
Comox, B.C. Dear Farm Women:
And what are your particular prob- lems just now? Are you beginning to wonder still more if your crop that was snowed under, is going to be harvested? And in what state? Na- ture can be so kind at times and so cruel at. others.
But while the weather may change quickly with you and frequently, I do not think it can compete with this part of the world in that respect. Of course it would be much safer to prophesy rain or showers at this sea- son I think, but everyone is saying with crossed fingers that they hope the winter is about over.
“Side-road” People’s Protest Meeting
As we happen to be on the main highway with a good paved road at our door, we can not complain so much of what the season means with the depth of snow melting and the rain coming, but my husband was at a meeting the other evening of the “side-road’”’ people, and he thought the vehemence of protest that was voiced there could quite come up to, if not exceed, that of a prairie meet-
‘ing.
Philpott’s Courage and Persistence
I remember I wrote you about being at a P.T.A. meeting and listening to an interesting speaker. Tonight I heard another address, although I as- sure you my life is not a round of listening to addresses. Perhaps many of you have read much of it, for it was Elmore Philpott speaking to the Canadian Club on the subject of India, which he visited recently. One can not but admire his courage and per- sistence. He is very, very, badly bent with arthritis and sits on the table to address his audience. Many people would think they were invalids if they were similarly afflicted.
He considers India of vital import- ance, as his feeling is that the poverty stricken peoples of the remainder of Asia and those of Africa will watch with keenest interest which are faring the better, the people of Communist China or Democratic India — and when they have reached their deci- sion, will ‘‘go and do likewise’’.
He found India to be a country of the greatest contrasts in many res- pects; in physical appearance as well as in the life and riches of the people. He found some of the finest human personalities, but could not but feel there seemed a lack of force tus people.
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“Mother India”; he said, was quite an understandable term. There are 18,000,000 fewer females than males, but despite that, they comprise one- fifth of their Parliament. Canada might well copy that to her advan- tage. I think most women will agree with that—although they seem to act differently — and of course we agree with Mr. Philpott’s comment that where any enterprise was being ef- fected, there was usually a woman behind it! Perhaps we do it “more on the quiet’, shall we say?
The, sad reason, however, for the great excess of females is that in the big families too poor to properly feed all its members properly, they usually give more attention to the boys, try- ing to make sure of their survival and hoping for it fdr the others.
Appalling Pressure of Population
The pressure of population in some of the cities is appalling. One of the difficulties in taking the census was that there were so many without homes; people who simply slept on doorsteps or in the corner of a field or in the shelter of a bit of canvas and a few poles. And naturally the ignorance of great masses ‘is a tre- mendous liability.
It cannot continue, but I must say this: go to the door of your prairie home and look out and be grateful for the space around you, as one blessing you have.
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Second Vice-President, Junior F.U.A,
ANUARY 12th .dawned cold and clear as | left home to join the other members of the Alberta Farmers’ Union who were also on
their way.south to attend the State School, spon- sored by the Montana Farmers’ Union and held in their modern headquarters in Great Falls.
Thrilled by Opportunity
Mrs. Olive Harrold, Edmon- ton; Neil Mowat, Parkland; Rod Tait, Lyalta; Mrs. Cam- eron, Three Hills; Mack Mac- Millan, Edmonton; Muriel Bauer, Lacombe;.and myself were thrilled to have the op- portunity to be the guests of the Montana Farmers’ Union for a week to see how their training school for county and local officers operated.
Nearly 100 representatives of more than 30 county Far- mers’ Union Organizations at- tended. The 5-day meeting covered Parity of Income for Agriculture, Taxation, Co-op- eration, Rural Health, Rural Education, Economics and In- ternational Relations.
“K.P.” Real Venture in Co-operation
Classes began at 8:45 a.m. and end- ed at 5 p.m. with evening periods de- voted to recreation, including folk dancing and dramatics. A real ven- ture in co-operation was the way K.P. (kitchen police) was carried out, everyone,taking his or her turn at serving meals and washing dishes, sweeping floors and in general doing the necessary household tasks.
Mrs. Anna Hedgeman, assistant to Oscar Ewing, Federal Security Agency Director in Washington, D.C., spoke on Public Education and Federal Aid to Education and said the three major
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National Education Problems are (a) lack of facilities (b) overcrowded classrooms and (c) a shortage. of ele- mentary school teachers.
Many people who are criticizing the Federal Government are refusing to do more for themselves locally, she said — because they won’t do any- thing locally, there is a greater de- mand for Federal help.
Mrs. Hedgeman_ supported the M.F.U. in their request for a National Health Assurance Program.
Strengthening Democracy
Dr. John Swackhamer, Assistant Professor of Economics at the Mon- tana State University, declared eco- nomic policies should be shaped to- ward strengthening democratic insti- tutions without coercion or force. He explained that the terrible conditions of poverty and hunger in many parts of the world are causing unrest. He stated that there is enough money being spent on war rearmament in the U.S.A. to support an entire nation such as France. One way to forestall the advent of any dictatorship is to spread ownership among the people, said Dr. Swackhamer.
Dr. Nick Hellburn, Montana State College Professor, spoke on the Na- tural Resources of Montana and their development and use. He said we should practise Conservation for Bet- ter Land and Co-operation for Better Living.
Lectures were given by Leonard Kenfield, Editor of Farmers’ Union paper and: Norbert Dougherty, Secre- tary of the Union, on Co-operative Philosophy. Co-operative Farm Sup- ply Purchasing, Co-op Grain Market- ing and Co-op Insurance were sub- jects dealt with by officers of the M.F.U. An interesting fact to us in Alberta is that the wheat is graded according to protein content in Mon- tana.
The most striking feature of the whole week was perhaps the way the Montana local and county leaders were able to leave their farms and ranches for a week to study the problems of building their organization into the type of farm body they want to represent them and which they can be proud of. I sincerely hope the F.U.A. consider such an edu- cational program for their orga- ‘nization in the future.
Farmer-Labor Institute
On the 19th and 20th the Farmers and Laborers met for a Farmer-Labor Institute to aid farmers and workers to a better understanding of modern- day problems. The services of the topic’ leaders for this Farmer-Labor Institute in Great Falls are made pos- sible through the Ford Foundation Workers Education program under the supervision of S. S. Liveright of the University of Chicago and Arthur Cars- tens of the University of California.
The State School and the Farmer- Labor Institute were held in the spa- cious meeting hall in the beautiful and modern Farmers’ Union Building in Great Falls. I would like to sug- gest that any member of the Alberta Farmers’ Union travelling through Montana be sure and see the home of the Montana Farmers’ Union, as it shows what can be accomplished with
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News of Women’s Locals
Rosyth F.W.U.A. have started work- ing for their bazaar to be held next fall.
Sedalia F.W.U.A. have a bank bal- ance of $113, it was reported to a recent meeting.
Mrs. L. Lansing, the secretary, will represent Viking South F.W.U.A. on the hospital auxiliary. Mrs. S. Hoines is president.
Mrs. Wark and Mrs. Wahl were hostesses to a recent meeting of Car- stairs F.W.U.A., when Mrs. R. Francis gave a most interesting and informa- tive talk.on Hawaii.
A social evening has been arranged (Innisfree) for this evening (the 15th), with the object of interesting more people in the organization, states Mrs. Gizow- ski, secretary.
Opposition ‘to the export of gas,.
and endorsation of the F.U.A. policy on rural electrification was voted at the February meeting of Innisfree F.W.U.A., reports Mrs. Eva Kuzio, sec-
co-operation amongst those interested in the farming population.
Goal for the Future
Through my associating with our friendly neighbors to the South, I realize the American farmer has many problems similar to ours, and through such goodwill exchange visits. be- tween the two countries I can see where we will have a better under- standing of them in the future. . A goal for the future could be exchange visits not only with the Americas but Europe and Asia as well, to broaden our understanding of the rural people of the world.
The hospitality and friendliness of the people we met in Montana will be one of the highlights in my beek of memories.
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Beaverlodge F.W.U.A., reports Mrs. Lossing, the secretary, are among those voting against the export of natural gas. At a recent meeting, plans were made for-a card party and raffle. AQat
“My Ambitions for This Year’s Gar- den” was the roll call subject for a recent meeting of Veteran F.W.U.A. Mrs. Caseley, the secretary, writes that members support the _ F.U.A. policy for rural electrification.
Edwell F.W.U.A. (Penhold) recently (Continued on Page 13)
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The Wheat Situation |
By E. PATCHING, Publicity Dept., | Alberta Wheat Pool
World demand for wheat is strong
and ports during recent months have Been heavy from both Canada arid United States. Transporta-
tion has been one of the chief factors limiting exports.
In the _ five-month period from August 1st to December 3l1st, Cana- dian exports of wheat totalled 135.1 million bushels as compared to 87.1 million in the same period last year. Exports from the United States in the six-month period ending Decem- ber 3lst were nearly double those during the same period a year ago, totalling 215.8 million bushels as against 112.5 million.
Southern Hemisphere Prospects
Crop years in Australia and Argen- tina are just commencing, but indica- tions are that exports from those two countries will not be large. Australia will scarcely have enough to meet her Wheat Agreement commitments, while Argentina may find herself in the paradoxical position of having to import wheat before her next harvest.
On January ist, some 464 million bushels of wheat available for export and carryover remained in Canada as compared to 340 million at the same time last year. Of course a large part of this was low grade wheat, for which the market is limited. Over the past five years Canada has had an average carryover at the end of the year of 113 million bushels. While it is a certainty that the carryover will be much larger this year, due to the presence of the low grade wheat, it can be seen that vast supplies still remain which may be exported.
In the United States wheat stocks are down considerably from last year, standing at 456 million bushels as against 639 million a year ago. The average carryover in that country for the past five years has, been in the neighborhood of 280 million bushels.
Must Signify Intentions
This is the third year of the Inter- national Wheat Agreement, and, ac- cording to the provisions of the pact, participating countries must signify their intentions before the close of the present crop year if they want the agreement extended.
Farm organizations across Canada have indicated their desire to see the agreement extended, but with in- creased floor and ceiling prices, which would take into account the farmer's cost of production, The ceilin’ now is $1.80 (U.S. funds) a bushel, basis 1 Northern at the terminal, and the present floor price is $1.30. Whether importing countries will wish to enter into a further agreement at increased prices remains to be seen. This mat- ter will be up for considerable dis- cussion in the next few months.
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Local prices to producers for eggs are: Al’ large, 34 cents, medium 29, small 26; A large 30, medium 27, small 24; B are 26; C, 21; and crax 19. Rail grade or dressed chicken, over 5 lbs., are bringing 39 for A, 34 for B and 26 for C; 4 to 5 lbs., 37 down to 24; under 4 lbs.,/ 33 down to 21. Fowl, over 5 lbs., are 32 down to 22; 4 to 5 lbs. are 30 down to 20; under 4
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February 15th, 1952
Gracious Thanks for. Photos of Royal Visit
Our readers will remember the ex- cellent photograph of Her Majesty (then Princess Elizabeth) and the Duke of Edinburgh, (in the old mail coach in which King Edward VII as Prince of Wales was driven from Halifax to Truro in 1860), which was reproduced on our front page on Nov- ember 2nd last. The occasion was the Royal visit to Calgary, and the coach was driven from the Stampede Corral to the Grand Stand by George EK. Church. (This scene appears in “Royal Tour’, the Canadian Film Board’s picture now being shown.)
Mr. Church sent photographs of the coach and of the four-horse team of Percherons to Col. Charteris, the pri- vate secretary of the Princess, re- questing that she would graciously consent to accept them. Col. Char- teris’ reply is published below:
Clarence House, St. James. 22nd November, 1951. Dear Mr. Church:
Thank you very much for your let- ter of November 5th.
Their Royal Highnesses were de- lighted with the photographs’ and have asked me to thank you very much indeed for having sent them.
They will be a delightful memento of a wonderful day.
Yours sincerely, ; Martin Charteris, Private Secretary to The Princess Elizabeth. George E. Church, Esq., President United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd., 125 Eleventh Avenue East, Calgary, Alberta.
> Decision re Natural Gas Rights—to Privy Council
The decision of the Alberta Sup- reme Court in the matter of control of natural gas on the farm of Michael Borys, Leduc, will be appealed to the Privy Council, by all three parties to the action. The Supreme Court, set- ting aside an earlier judgment of Chief Justice W. R. Howson, ruled that the Canadian Pacific and Imperial Oil Companies, who. own petroleum rights on the land, are entitled to the gas also when it is in solution with the oil, and that they may remove the oil even if it abe wastage of the natural gas. Natural gas not in solu- tion with the oil is the property of Mr. Borys, according to the ruling. The lawsuit’ was begun in 1949, before Privy Council appeals were abolished.
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Stiffer Penalties for Cattle Rustling Calledforby WSGA
Annual Meeting Seeks Ending of All Tariffs on Cattle Between Canada-U.S.
Deploring “light sentences meted out to cattle thieves” in recent years, a resolution unanimously passed by the Western Stock Growers’ Associa- tion, in annual convention, last week, asked the Federal Minister of Justice to consider means of ensuring “stiffer penalties as a deterrent to cattle thieving.”
States Against Basic Principle
Taking part in the discussion, J. J. Frawley, Q.C., of the department of the Attorney-General of Alberta, said it was a basic principle of jurisprud- ence to have a maximum but not a minimum penalty, and he opposed the setting of any minimum. The maxi- mum sentence for cattle stealing is fourteen years.
R.C.M.P. Inspector C. B. MacDonnell told the delegates that possibly not all missing cattle had been stolen; and he suggested that more cowboys should be employed by ranchers to look after cattle.
A good percentage of cattle report- ed stolen, he said, had been recover- ed; at the end of 1951, 110 remained unrecovered in Alberta, 40 in Saskat- chewan and 17 in Manitoba.
On the other hand, President George Ross expressed the belief that 95 per cent of cattle thieves escape detection.
More than 350 Attend
The meeting, held in Medicine Hat, was attended by more than 350 cat- tlemen from Alberta and Saskatche- wan.
Removal of ali wariffs on cattle trade between Canada and the USS. was called for in another resolution. The meeting also voted against in- creased freight rates and protested
the 25 per cent increase made last
year on..grazing lease royalties.
The matter ot mcreasing production costs was dealt with in the President’s annual address; under prevailing con- ditions, said Mr. Ross, it was neces- sary for producers to get 30 cents a pound for their cattle in order to break even.
An analysis of meat consumption in Canada was presented in the an- nual report of the secretary, Kenneth R. Coppock. Beef consumption had dropped during the past year to an
average of less than fifty pounds per
person — the lowest since 1933; while pork consumption went up to the record figure of 60.8 pounds.
Officers Elected
George C. Ross, Aden, was re-elect- ed president, and Mr. Coppock was re- appointed secretary. Bert Hargrave, Walsh, and H. C. Sheppard, High River, were elected first and second vice-presidents, respectively. In ad- dition to these officers, the following are members of the board of directors: Ed. Bell. Hanna; Clarence Copithorne and W. A. Crawford-Frost, Nanton; W. J. McLennan and P. A. Minor, Brooks; J. B. Cross and C. H. McKin- non, Calgary; Jim Hughes, High River; Thos. Usher, Scollard; Eugene Burton, Medicine Hat; Herman Linder, Cardston; and A. M. Streeter, Clares- holm.
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KROMHOFF TURKEY FARMS LTD. Route 5, NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C.
THE WESTERN FARM LEADER
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ending with dot number fifty-three. ’
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FARM WOMEN’S LOCALS (Continued from Page 11)
arranged a donation of canned fruit for a Red Deer family who had been burned out. The secretary, Mrs. Cos- sins, states that it was decided to assist the Junior Grain Club.
Addresses on past, present and future activities of the F.W.U.A. are planned by Hazel Bluff F.W.U.A. Mrs. ‘J. Stanton, the secretary, writes that a course in glove-making has been sponsored, and a Valentine Tea
arranged. ———-—
DAIRY. FARMERS OF CANADA (Continued from Page 7)
regular inspections as carried out by the Marketing Service, Dominion De- partment of Agriculture; and.that the Government handle distribution of butter so purchased in a manner that will maintain fair returns to Canadian producers.
CHEESE, Permits for Imports — Cheese. producers, during the past year, have brought a large degree of stability and order to the industry. However, the uncontrolled _ importa- tion of cheddar cheese has a tendency to impair the effective operation of orderly marketing. Dairy Farmers of Canada will request the Federal Gov- ernment to require that importers secure a permit before shipment of cheddar cheese may. be imported; and that no permit be issued until after consultation with an advisory board of the Dairy Farmers of Canada; fur- ther that these conditions be observ ed in connection with the importation of all other dairy products,
It is increasingly apparent that, due to currency difficultjes, it may become impossible to negotiate a cheese con- tract with the British Ministry of Food for 1952. Dairy Farmers of Canada will, therefore, réquest the Federal Government to place a floor of 30 cents per pound, F.O.B. warehouse, under Canadian Cheddar Cheese.
EVAPORATED MILK — The present tariffs on dairy products. being import-
mankind,
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ed into Canada are sufficiently low to constitute a danger of impairing the returns of producers. Dairy Farmers of Canada will, therefore, re- quest the Federal Government to in- crease the rate of duties to bring the prices of imported dairy products more in line with Canadian producers’ costs.
CIVILIAN DEFENCE — The Govern- ment of Canada has deemed it in the national interest to provide a frame- work of civilian organization against the possiblity of aerial attack upon this country. Already such civil de- fense organization is being proceeded with in. key industrial areas deemed to be potential target areas. Dairy Farmers of Canada is aware that in case of such attack its 400,000 mem- bers dispersed from coast to coast may be called upon to provide shelter for displaced persons, particularly children.
Furthermore, member organizations within Dairy Farmers of Canada may be called upon suddenly to rechannel the movment of milk from their
STRENGTH IN CO-OPERATION
In co-operation there is strength. The closer the co-operation, the greater the strength. This strength which co-operatives seek is different than that which large corporations or wealthy individuals possess. Co-operatives are organized for the good of all people instead of for the aggrandizement of a few. Operatives aim at equality of opportunity for all
Farm people are urged to patronize their local co-operatives, and more particularly to deliver all their grain to Pool elevators.
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ALBERTA WHEAT POOL
PANOGEN
Write now for full information on this new grain treatment before you treat your seed
UNITED ENGINES & THRESHERS LIMITED
CALGARY, ALBERTA
NELSON FARM RECORD
714 - 7th Avenue West, Calgary, Alberta
Please send me one copy of the new 1952 edition of the NELSON FARM RECORD, containing all the new additions including a full page of Income Tax information.
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EXCELLENT RECORDS
Among excellent records completed by Jersey cows in Alberta during De- cember were: 9,824 lbs. milk, 577 Ibs. fat, by Sun Dance Lad’s Acclaim, owned by Mrs. Y. Ruzicka, Frank 9,960 lbs. milk, 519 lbs. fat, by Was- kawa Plumie, owned by Roy O. Cole, Vegreville. Othér good records were completed in the herds of Fred Yeabs- ley, Calgary; W. Reid Clarke, Dids- bury; Dale W. Cole, Vegreville; and. Bridget-M. Dixon, St. Albert. Trail. esienabeieiainaaceisdieipiigeemmmssarinis ceca ciate ieee farms.
In the case of such an emergency Dairy Farmers of Canada stands pre- pared to co-operate fully and whole- heartedly with the Civilian Defense Authority in whatever organization for service is deemed necessary in the national interest.” ‘
Observations of the Canadian Fed- eration of Agriculture, and the return journey in a latér issue.
Yours fraternally,
JAS. A. WOOD, President, Central Alberta Dairy Pool
One year size, $1.85 —- three year size, $3.75. I am enclosing ............ send ........ year size. RE ECD IEE ERE IOI B.D. OF Pi. BOR \.000..ccecceccceseee
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ORDER CHICKS EARLY Order VIGO-PEP chicks or Am- erican - type B. B. Brorize Poults now for choice delivery dates. Correct competitive prices guaranteed. 20% deposit books your order. Free |
catalogues and Poultry Guide-Book on request.
ALBERTA ELECTRIC HATCHERIES
2417-1A St. E., Calgary
FOR A PRIZE WINNING FLOCK PREFERRED BY POULTRYMEN-. FAST to Mature FAST to Produce PRICE PER 100 Canadian ROP Sired ROG MOOG iiss yihs inseccasdensenes Canadian ROP Sired New FA SIN DSNINOE Gc isaiciissseumaue KOO Canadian ROP Sired Barr PROCKS .o..s...s.casssccopeecsesQsOO Canadian ROP Sired Leg- horn Hamps. Crossbreds....21,00 Canadian Approved Light EEE | Gaeta errr py prrren ety eritey es Co-op Canadian Approved 8.B.B. Turkey Poults ..... 98.00
WRITE FOR FREE CATALOG
Edmonton , Calgary my Camrose . .
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Barley Contest Entries
Quality of entries in the _ sixth National Barley Contest is ranging from excellent to very poor, states the Barley Improvement Institute. Entries total 1,367, Manitoba leading with 520; Alberta has 467 and Sas- katchewan 380. Judging will be done this week.
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“Cattalo” Experiments
OTTAWA, Ont. — The measure of success so far achieved in breeding the ‘“Cattalo”’, a cross between do- mestic beef cattle and buffalo, is
described in a recent publication of ©
the Experimental Farm Service of the Department of Agriculture.
THE WESTERN FARM LEADER
MUSTARD AND CRESS
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Hello, Folks!
The world seems to be having changes of government all over the place, but for the working stiffs, the common round, the daily task, seem to go in the same old way.
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And, declares Cynical Gus, until the majority of the electorate stops vot- ing for the same old monetary and economic system they’ll never be able to appreciate that a “‘change is as good as medicine’”’.
* x COLOR BLIND, EH?
News item says that Congress- man James Davis from the “Deep South” State of Georgia insists that the presence of Negro fire- men in White brigades would “result in peril to the city”. Jimmy seems to be seeing RED over a black and white issue - which doesn’t really exist among decent people.
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Postcard from E.A. intimates that women who put on a BIG FRONT should try to avoid giving a FALSE IMPRESSION.
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The Urban District Council of Poole, Cheshire, has issued instructions to tenants renting houses from it that pigeons must not “perch on house- tops nor loiter in neighboring gar- dens’. We understand the pigeons think those councillors are just Coo- Coo!
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ISN’T IT THE TRUTH
Many a girl singer fails to make Diva-dends.
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The Bad Egg of Crow’s Nest tells us that when a man’s head is turned it’s usually because his wife’s back is.
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According to Mary of Carbon, the only time a woman knows where her husband is every night is.when she’s a widow. So say it with flowers, girls.
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According to the London Daily Herald the advance of chemistry is so rapid, its inventions so many and the benefits so frequently evident, that who knows but the secrets of longer life may one day be sold over the counter. At Old Age Pension rates, we suppose.
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- . TODAY'S DEFINITION COLUMNIST: A guy who knows a
good thing when he says it. -
* * Notwithstanding anything Holly- wood-_may, think the British film in- dustry is not yet RANKRUPT.
You can
bank
on the “Royal” |
Over 730 branches to serve you in Canada and abroad
THE ROYAL BANK OF CANADA Assets exceed $ 2,334,000,000
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By SYDNEY MAY
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We see by the papers that it is illegal to sleep in a refrigerator in Pittsburgh. Pretty cold comfort about that one.
SMELLING CHRYSANTHEMUMS
This is an ancient scent. I recognize it
For what it isn't, something I recall
From childhood, a perfume heavy with the fall
Of early years. Though common sense denies it,
I still believe that waftage from the past
To be some privilege, sent to me below
As though I were a prince incognito
Waiting a sign, to claim my realm at last.
If this was vanity, I think I share it
With all young living creatures, who in youth
Have twitched their noses in the quest of truth
And found a joy too great for them to bear it.
A pardonable vice, to recall in flowers 5
A royalty that once we knew was ours.
—Richard Church.
Motto for Undertakers (beg pardon, morticians): “DIE and LET LIVE.” * *
If walls could speak, says Wally, our incurable bach., you can bet your sweet life that some
woman would interrupt them. 7 * Li’] Goldilocks, our office vamp, states that Knotty Frankie isn’t such
a bad guy. Nope, says she, I could
forgive his short comings if it weren’t
for his long stayings. * *
WHAT'S IN A NAME?
Down in those grand old United States, Red Indian Chief “Calm Clear Water” discovered that his wife had a strong affection for “‘hootch”, and was often found drunk. He sought a divorce. The judge decided that “Calm Clear Water” was entitled to the digrity of his name and freed him from the menace of “Firewater”.
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Fashion note states that silvered sea-green mascara is being sold in Paris. That ought to give the boys an eyeful. ee
* *
As-some jokester has said: ‘“Money may not buy happiness, but with it you can be unhappy in comfort.”
+ * POME
Maisie who pulls her skirts above
her knees,
Is confident that what she shows
will please, |
Daisy who smooths hers down is
more demure —
Or not so sure.
—P.J.K. * *
Thieves stole the lead hands from
a Weston-super-Mare school tower
clock, They must have had a good time.
AH YES, WHAT? “What two ideas are more inseparable than beer and Britannia? What event more awfully important to an: Eng- lish colony than the erection
of its first brewhouse?” —Sydney Smith, 1775-1845
-“THE CURRENT IS PUSH- ING ME."
: QuLTs. This year
February 15th, 1952
BABY CHICKS (Continued)
From Canada’s Largest Hatcheries Now is the time to place your order, with deposit: or payment in full. Let as assure your supply at time required. Chicks will be scarce. Early orders get preference All chicks from Government Ap-
Hambley Electric Chicks
proved, Pullorum Tested Flocks. .
.O.P. Sired Ganadian) R.O.P. Bred 566 50 25. 17060 SGC 20.00 10.50 5.25Wleg 21.5011.25 6.00 38.00 19.50 9.75 WL Pull 40.00 20.50 10.50
6.00 3.50 1.75 WLCki 6.00 3.50 1.75 21.00 11.00 5.25 NHmp 22.50 11.75 6.00 36.00 18.50 9.25 NH Pull 38.00 19.50 10.00 18.00 9.50 5.00 NHCkI 18.00 9.50 5.00 22.00 11.50 5.75 B Rock 23.50 12.25 6.50 37.00 19.00 9.75 BR Pull 40.00 20.50 10.50 18.00 9.50 5.00 BRCkI 18.00 9.50 5.00
Approved (Canadian) R.O.P. Sired 22.00 11.50 5.75 Sussex 23.00 12.00 6.00 37.00 19.00 9.75 LS Pull 38.00 19.50 9.75 18.00 9.50 5.00 LSCk! 18.00 9.50 5.00 19.00 10.00 5.25 WLxNH 21.00 11.00 5.50 36.00 18.50 9.75 wi-nHPUL37.00 19.00 9.75 10.00 5.50 3.00 wie-nncwt. 10.00 5.50 3.00 22.00 11.50 5.75 NHxBR 23.00 12.00 6.00 37.00 19.00 9.75NH-sRPUL38.00 19.50 9.75 18.00 9.50 5.00 NnnH-srex. 18.00 9.50 5.00 22.00 11.50 5.75 Black Austrolorps
98.00 55.00 27.50 Broad Br. Bronze Turks 93 00 47.50 25.00 White Hollunds, Turks 88.00 45.00 23.50 Balitsville Whites, Turks 100% Live Arr. Gtd., Pullets 96% Accurate,
J. J. Hambley Hatcheries Ltd.
10730 101 St., Edmonton, Alta. 8th Ave. at 4th St. E., Calgary, Alta,
ALBERTA’S LARGEST HATCHERY
STEWART’S seer CHUCKS
Canadian R.O.P. Sired White Leghorns, Barred Rocks, Rhode Island Reds, New Hampshires, White Rocks, Light Sussex, Leg- horn-Hampshire Cross, Leghorn- White Rock Cross, Hampshire- Sussex Cross and Hampshire- Barred Reck Cross.
@ Canadian Approved Broad- Breasted Bronze Turkey Poults.
@ Pure-bred Pekin Ducklings.
@ Pure - bred Toulouse and White Chinese Goslings.
Place your order now. This will give you a preferred delivery date. 100% live arrival guaranteed. Pullets 97% accuracy. Write today for large illus- trated catalogue and prices.
STEWART ELECTRIC HATCHERIES
620F-12th Avenue West, Calgary, Alta.
Re See eee
WHICH CHICKS Giy
For over 30 years Western Canada Poultrymen have successfully raised THE CHICKS WHICH GIVES RE-
the following breeds are available:
WHITE LEGHORNS,
NEW HAMPSHIRES,
BARRED PLY-
MOUTH ROCKS, RHODE ISLAND REDS, LIGHT SUSSEX, BLACK
AUSTRALORPS, ROCK-HAMP CROSS, LEG-HAMP CROSS, AUSTRA-WHITE CROSS, R. I. RED-LEGHORN CROSS
Order early. Price list and further
Particulars upon request. Order now and remeinber
“IT’S RESULTS THAT COUNT”
Ramp & Sendall
LTP Box L, Langley Prairie, B.C. Vernon, .B.C,
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February i5th, 1952
“1s QUAlity, THAT COURTS °
BUY CHICKS AND POULTS rom COLES’ IN 1952
R.O.P. Sired New Hampshires, White Leghorns, Leg- horn-Hampshire Cross, ; Hatchery Approved Light Sussex, Black Australorps, Austra-White Cross , Broad Breasted Bronze Turkey Poults.
Guaranteed Customer Satisfaction. Write for Price List.
Coles’ Hatcheries Ltd.
Box 188, Cloverdale, B.C.
HEALTH Gone
MEMBER
PRINGLE BABY CHICKS and TURKEY POULTS
Favorites in Western Canada for 20 years as Reliahle, High Quality Stock. R.O.P. Sired Approved Mix. Pull. Mix. . White Leg. ..$20.00 $38.00 §........ §........° New Wenan. ..21.00 36.00 35.00 ROGRS | .c..65.. 22.00 37.00 38.00 Cross - bred 21.00 38.00 35.00 Sussex .......... 23.00 38.00 37.00 W.. Leghorn Cross - cree ee sca GGhbAcd Kooba cupoURbEGEaET SS BECO | sacdicssitsircsapisccccassinicinees wah B.C. prices write our Chilliwack Hatchery. COCKERELS — Per 100 Pringle ‘‘Extra Quality’’
Broad-
Breasted Bronze Turkey Poults from -
eggs especially imported from recog- nized Soman iieasted Bronze Turkey Breeders in Oregon and California. Excellent for foundation stock or top- notch market prices. Well worth slight extra cost.
Before June 15th: $29.00 per 25; $57.00 per 50; $108.00 per 100,
PRINGLE ELECTRIC HATCHERIES CALGARY — EDMONTON — SOUTH
EDMONTON — CHILLIWACK
BELTING
WRITE FOR SPECIAL BARGAIN PRICES ON Belting. State requirements. -— Premier Belting Company. 800 Main St., Winnipeg.
BOOKS
FOR ANY BOOK YOU WANT, NEW OR OUT OF PRINI, write Canadian Forum: Book Service, 16 Huntley St., Toronto 5, Ontario.
BUILDING SUPPLIES
Aluminum Building Sheets
New Ribbed Aluminum for roofing, siding, rust proof, bright, .no painting. Smartest looking farm buildings are aluminum. 26 .: 26°° wide. covers 24’. 6’, 7) 29 40: Ss, $2.78: -9', 88.05; 10°, $3.35; Ridge Cap, 48c Ft.; Drip Starter, 32c Ft.; 1% Aluminum roofing nails, 75¢ Ib. 5 1%’’ alu- minum screw-type lead; washer nails at $1.70
per lb. _Flat aluminum 26 gauge, 28’’ wide
in coils, 100 lb. approximately 200 lineal feet at $54.00. 24 gauge coils, 100 lbs., approxi- mately 180 lineal feet at $51.50. Cut to lengths, 26 gauge 35c per lineal ft.; 24 gauge 38c per lineal ft. Orders over $25.00 prepaid, J. J. Hambley Hatcheries, Winnipeg, Brandon,
Regina, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary, Abbotsford, Portage, Dauphin, Swan Lake, Boissevain.
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CLEANING AND DYEING
GABMENTS AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS
Cleaned and Dyed. Price List and information upon request.
EMPIRE CLEANING AND DYEING CO. LTD.
‘Reliable — That's All Plant: 902 - 4th Ave. W. Branch; 234 - 12th Ave. W.
CALGARY — Est. 1911 -— ALBERTA
DISEASES OF WOMEN, MATERNITY
DR. H. C. SWARTZLANDER, ‘GREYHOUND Bidg., Calgary ; : eee EDUCATIONAL BIBLE READERS—SEARCH AND MAKE SURE.
‘A Declaration of Truth’’ has helped many. It’s free — from Luard, Clover Bar, Alta.
$2.05;
THE WESTERN FARM LEADER -
| CLASSIFIED SECTION |
EDUATIONAL
MEN WANTED TO LEARN BARBERING, NO former experience required, Light, clean, inside work. Offers steady employment, big pay. Many positions now open. Opportuni- ties for advancement. Write: Moler Barber College, 814 Centre St., Calgary, or 9685 Jasper Ave., Edmonton.
BE A HAIRDRESSER — MANY WOMEN |
wanted. Learn Hairdressing. Splendid op- portunity, better paying position, pleasant work. Catalogue free. Canada’s greatest system. Write: Marvel Hairdressing School. 326A - 8th Ave. W., Calgary, or 10114 Jasper Ave., Edmonton, Alberta.
FARM EQUIPMENT
HEADQUARTERS NEW-USED TRACTOR PARTS and Accessories. Free 1952 Catalog. Mer- chandise Guaranteed. Prompt Service. Acme Tractor Supply Company, Lincoln, Nebraska.
imitate
piace
Delco Light Plants and Batteries
New and Reconditioned in all sizes
Write
Bruce Robinson Electric Ltd.
CALGARY —_ EDMONTON
www SCREENS
---in all sizes of Perforated © Zinc and Wire Cloth We
stock the largest assortment in Canada. WRITE FOR PRICES TO
THE HART-EMERSON
WINNIPEG, MAN. SASKATOON, SASK.
FENCE POSTS CEDAR POSTS FOR SALE. — C. GHIRARDOSI, Trail, 8:C. .
FROZEN FISH
Shipments commence December Sth. Order now.
Whitefish, dressed, per Ib, ............
Fancy Selected Whitefish, dressed, ee | VE ace res ee er emi RRO a
Jumbo Whitefish, dressed, per lb. 28c ‘Jackfish, dressed headless, per lb. 18c Lake or Salmon Trout, dressed, per
Pickere), Found, WOK Vos «cascccsesecsescase Tullibees, large fat, dressed, per
Mullets, ‘round, per Ib.
Whitefish Fillets, per OT ET Ere een ep prety ea Oe FOND i} . Northern Pike Fillets, per 10 lb. I ee ee Golden Mullet Fillets, per 10 lb. CPC OR ec csc cccissnaseecdesacassquabid Lake Trout Fillets, per 10 Ib. ON EBERT a RN Include sufficient with your order to cover 'prepay charges if no agent at your station. Send your orders to the old established
BIG RIVER FISHERIES LTD. BIG RIVER, SASK.
NEW FROZEN FISH
Best quality guaranteed fish Dressed Whitefish -19c¢ per lb, Dressed Headless Jackfish .. .16c per lb. Round Pickerel scserecsececeee SOC POF 1B.
Dressed Trout ...,....ccecseerce-e +26 per lb. Round Mullets .................. -051/g¢ per lb.
Order. with confidence NORTHERN FISHERIES BIG RIVER, SASK.
Rate: 6 cents per word. Five inser- tions for the price of 4, 9 for the price of 7, 13 for 10.
Cash with order.
FROZEN LAKE FISH
Shipments assured immediately after December First owing to excellent freeze up.
Whitefish, dressed, per Ib.
Fancy Selected Whitefish, dressed, per lb.
Jumbo Whitefish, dressed, per Ib. 28¢ Jackfish, dressed headless, per lb. 18c Pickerel, round, per Ib. ................ . 28¢
SAO OO ORCC Re Ree een eneeeneeeeSOSee es reeeeeseseeseeceeeels
Mullets, round, per Ib, ................ 5'/ec Whitefish Fillets, per 5 Ib. carton $2.10 Northern Pike Fillets, per 5 Ib
WE TUN. <seaeliusesbbuddtbiecsavidireiticbaddoodiaik 1.75 Golden Mullet Fillets, per § Ib.
SPUIENOUE - Secsskiaecibasaciatiabictudsetnccatees 1.25 Lake Trout Fillets, per § tb.
LE ROT. seicdisasivinarcrsveerciivate Piisucusaerisbis 2.45
Include sufficient to Prepay charges if
no agent at your station. Send your orders to:
WAITE FISHERIES LTD. BIG RIVER, SASK.
GRAPHOLOGY
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SEND A SPECIMEN OF YOUR HANDWRITING (in ink) for character analysis by expert graphologist, for -only 50 cents. Send stamped addressed return envelope.—Sydney May, The Western Farm Leader.
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INCOME TAX
Income tax returns prepared. J H. Brodie, 521-19th Avenue W., Calgary. Phone 62961.
Six years’ experience income tax office.
LEGAL
aliens helical ts Nan H. S. PATTERSON & SON, BARRISTERS AND Solicitors, 218 Greyhound Building, Calgary, Alberta. Phones: 23825. 21920 ,
WILLIAM E. HALL, Q.C., BARRISTER, SOLI-
cilor, Nolary, etc. — 228 Lougheed Building, Calgary.
pS SONS EOE SEA CU eases BEE Sees Soon ane W. KENT POWER, Q.C., BARRISTER AND sean O17 - 7th Avenue West, Calgary.
BROWNLEE & BROWNLEE
BARRISTERS, SOLICITORS, NOTARIES
5, 6 & 7 Shasto Bida Edmonton J. E, Brownlee, Q.C., L.L.D.
A. M. Divuw Mice. LL.b.
Solicitors for: United Grain Growers Limited, United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd., Alberta Livestock Co-operative Lid., Alberta Seed Grow- ers Co-operative Ltd., Alberta Poultry Producers Ltd., Northern Alberta Dairy Pool Ltd., Central Alberta Dairy Pool, Co-operative Milk Co., Calgary, Alberta Association of Municipal Districts.
MAGNETO, ELECTRIC REPAIRS
Had any Magneto or Elec-« trical Trouble Lately a
see HUTTON’S
OFFICIAL FACTORY SEBVICE CALGARY or LETHBRIDGE
MISCELLANEOUS
EXCHANGE WOOLLEN RAGS FOR BLANKETS. Fieece wool manufactured into Blankets and Yarns. — Write: Flesherton Woollen Millis, Flesherton, Ont.
COTTON BAGS
Bleached and unbleached cotton bags, « Dress print bags and pillow cases stamped tor embroidery work. For in- formation as to prices send « self addressed envelope with a 4c stamp.
FREE BAGS —FOR-OLD RAGS
Information sent with price Ist. Write to Variety Supply, Dept. A. 264, Jarvis Ave., W peg, Man.
PERSONAL
QUIT TOBACCO, SNUFF, EASILY.
lars free. — Bartlett’s,203 - 26 Queen St. East, Toronto.
PARTICU-
a A i ht i ESE TR A I Va MEN -— HERE IS THAT STRANGE LOTION you have been hearing about, ‘'Ke-Tardo’’, ‘is very effective — only $1.00 postpaid. — Imperial Industries, P.O. Box 901, Winnipeg.
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MEN — $1 FOR TWELVE DELUXE OR 24 specials, mailed postpaid. plain sealed wrap- per, Box 223, Calgary. .
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STOMACH TROUBLE
STOP SUFFERING FROM FOLLOWING stomach disorders: Acid Stomach, In- digestion, Heartburn, Coated Tongue, Bad Breath, Sick Headaches, etc. Use
Elik’s Stomach Powder No. 2, prescrip-
oat Prepared by experienced pharma- st.
It must give immediate results or money back. $1.35 and $2.50,
See Your Local Druggist or Write
ELIK’S DRUG STORE
Prescription Pharmacists 222 - 20th St. West, Dept. 33 SASKATOON, SASK.
MEN — SEND $1 FOR SAMPLE ORDER 12 deluxe or 24 standard quality. mailed post-
paid in plain wrapper. — Dept. 8, Box 330 Calgary
ssp enna ae ADULTS! PERSONAL RUBBER GOODS 2) DE- luxe assortment $1 bill. Tested, guaranteed, fine quality. Mailed in plain, sealed pack- age, including Free Birth Control Booklet and bargain catalogue of Marriage Hygiene Sup-
plies. Western Distributors, Box 1023-PL, Vancouver.
<vseecssnsssnaesssesi nn einshiniee
WE HANDLE A COMPLETE LINE OF DRUG Sundries. Best quality 24 De Luxe for ore dollar. Write for new low price list. Stan- dard Distributors Rox 72 Regina nek
FOR MEN ONLY. FREE PAMPHLET ON simple, inexpensive home treatment for Painful, burning, itching urinary passages. Don’t keep on getting up nights. Regain pep and energy. Feel younger. Hundreds find relief this easy way. Only $5.00 for two months’ treatment. Sent C.O.D. fi you prefer. Write today. Dept. 4, Health Pro- ducts, Kelowna, B.C.
oo PATENTS
Send for Fuli Information
PATENTS THE RAMSAY COMPANY Registered Patent Attorneys
273 Bank St Ottawa, Ont. Sesser!
WwW. St. ff, MILLER, M.E.I.C. (REGISTERED Can. and U.S.) — Advice free and confiden- tial. Expert drafting. 609A -8th Ave. W. Calgary
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PRINTING AND ADVERTISING FOR F.U. Locals, Socials. Concerts, Dances. etc. Butter wrappers, Poultry Farm literature. Auction Sale posters. Get our prices. — Alber‘tan Job Press Ltd. 312 - 8th Ave fast. Calgary
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RAW FURS, ETC.
_~CONTINUED DEMAND FOR FURS — SHIP
~ QUICK! Quantities of all Furs still wanted — “SHUBERT” offering HIGHEST available Prices for PROMPT Shipments. Currently Paying (Top grades) UP TO: SQUIRREL 75¢; WEASEL $4; (Wild) MINK $40; JACK RABBIT 40c; COYOTE $5; SKUNK (Scraped Dry) $1.50 — Top Prices all Furs. Excellent demand: for HORSE HAIR, Paying up to _ $1.50 Ib. Hide Market inactive, but highest prevailing prices assured, presently paying, AS HIGH AS 17c lb. for Calf; HORSE HIDES $5. Due to continued unsettled conditions - advisable SHIP PROMPTLY everything you have — HURRY! Outstanding vaiues in RIFLES, AMMUNITION, TRAPPING SUP- PLIES being offered at greatly REDUCED PRICES, complete Price List on request, Don't delay’ — Write or Ship — Today! Dept. 35, ‘‘SHUBERT’’, Winnipeg. Ship. to our Receiving Office at EDMONTON.
SHIP YOUR GREEN AND DRY CATTLE HIDES, green Horsehides, Sheepskins, Horsehair,
Furs, to J. E. Love & Son, Calgary, for best market values.
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SEED
po See ne NS an gee eee ees Ee ee ee SEED — WE HAVE EXPORT OUTLETS FOR forage and cereal seeds. Maii samples of Brome, Alsike, Altaswede and Oats to: var Alberta Seed Growers’ Co-operative Ltd.’ Edmonton, Alberta.
For Field, Garden and Lawn
STEELE BRIGGS SEEDS
are Superior!
Write for Farm Seed List also Garden Seed Catalogue soon ready for mailing
STEELE BRIGGS SEEDS LIMITED
WINNIPEG - REGINA -
EDMONTON
STOVE REPAIRS
eee er risen Si oO eR aE ee SR PARTS FOR ALL MAKES OF STOVES AND Furnaces supplied, linings, grates ete C.O D. orders taken. New pipe or pipeless furnaces, fuel oi] Tanks, stock troughs etc. Write to: Green's Stove & Furnace Ltd., 975 Logan Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
TIRES
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WE HAVE A LARGE STOCK OF USED TIRES on hand including tires suitable for implee ments.—Western Tire Service, 204 Eleventh Avenue East, Calgary. 27141.
16 (48) 7 THE WESTERN FARM LEADER : February 15th, 1952
Onlya MERCURIAL
Is Heir to Throne
This picture of the young heir to the throne, Prince Charles, and his father, the Duke of Edinburgh, was taken in the garden of their London home last summer,
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Smut is but one of the diseases which attack grain. Seed rot, root rot, seedling blight... all take heavy toll, reducing yields, cutting your profits. Only a mercurial seed disinfectant can give full protection to all grain against BOTH smuts and the soil- borne organisms which cause rots and blights.
CERESAN M
THE COMPLETE SEED DISINFECTANT
CERESAN M is a complete seed disinfectant which protects ALL grain. It kills smut spores on the seed and also forms a protective film around the seed which resists attacks of soil-borne diseases. More . .. actual fields tests show that CERESAN M treatment improves germination as much as 14%.
Protect your grain from these diseases
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SEEDLING ROOT ROTS DP
Root rots and damping off attack the young seedlings, causing death or retarded, weakened growth. CERE- SAN M protects the seed- lings against these soil- borne deseases and enables them to develop normally into strong, healthy plants.
q SEED ROT—In cold, damp
weather, untreated seed rots instead of germinating. With CERESAN M treatment, you get superior germination as the seed is protected against rot or- ganisms in the soil. Your seed gets a better start resulting ina
strongerstand and higher yields.
EATON'S 1952. - SPRING «« SUMMER CATALOGUE
Presenting, once again,an § ©§ = 4 oe8 exciting choice of the : :
coming seasons’ require- ments. Big, beautiful and accurately illustrated, _EATON’S new Spring Catalogue contains thou- sands of items of interest for everyone. Study this grand, value-filled book, make your selections, then order early and often—for
“IT PAYS TO SHOP AT EATON’S”
fT. EATON Coie
SMUTS — Smut destroys the kernel, lowers yield and contaminates grain which results in dockage. Because CERESAN M isa mercurial seed disinfectant, it controls smutsin ALL types of grain,
* ineluding bunt (stinking smut) of wheat, loose and covered smut of oats, cov- ered and black loose smut of barley.
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CERESAN M is low-cost crop insurance againet losses from smuts and soil-borne diseases. It’s highly effective, easy to apply, costs only 4¢ per acre. For complete protection,
*treat ALL your seed with CERESAN M.,
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CANADIAN INDUSTRIES LIMITED, Agricultural Chemicals Department, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Chatham, Ont.
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Ask your farm supply store for CERESAN’M
amrose - Cardston - Drumheller - Edmonton - Grande Prairie Lethbridge - Medicine Hat + Red Deer
<> Printed for The Western Farm Leader at the office of the Albertan Job Press Ltd., 312-8th Avenue East, Calgary, Alberta.
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