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The announcement by Reeve J. A. Greene that a re- duction in the cost of electric light in Richmond Hill was a possibility in the near future is welcomed by the consumer. Any reduction which will tend to reduce the cost of living is welcome in these days of economic difficulty. That a re- duction should be made seems only logical. The Electric Light account is adding to the surplus in that account at the rate of about $1,000.00 per year, and it would seem that less than half that amount would be sufficient to put aside annually in preparation for any extensions or rebuilding of the lines. For many years this situation has been evident as far as the local system is concerned, but apparently the provincial Hydro are not prone to be very anxious to give reductions in rates. If Reeve Greene and the present council can succeed in getting a lower rate at the present time they will be rendering a useful and acceptable service to the ratepayers. “In the end all these lectures of the Prime Minister up- on thrift and endurance are but camouflage to hide the ugly fact that his government is a class government and that it is determined to unload most of the burden of the depression from the shoulders of the comfortable members of the Can- adian Chamber of Commerce on to those of the masses of the population.”â€"Canadian Forum. Township councils have given us government by the people. There may be weakness in such a symtem, at times but We would rather have democratic government than an autocracy or a bureaucracy that considers people nonentiâ€" tieis who haven’t sufficient intelligence to govern them- se ves. Township councils are close to the people. If they make a mistake as they are sure to do sometimes the electors can soon express their opinion and make their wishes known. The tendency toâ€"day is for the government overseers and inspectors by the score to “tell” the little fellows what is good for them, what they may do and what they may not do, and all this with that same little fellow’s own money. We think it would be better and cheaper for the taxpayers if the township council and local school board had more say in how the money they collect from the taxpayer is going to be spent. ‘ We believe Mr. Moore is right. There has been too much usurping of power by the provincial government and gradually the.power of the local council has been lessened. The same has been true of the Education Department where departmental regulations have steadily increased until the local boards have little say except in paying bills. One of the best things that has been said on the sub- u'ect of religion and the church was said by the dean of St. Paul’s, London, Dr. William Ralph Inge. Pointing out that the claim of the early church to be the repository of all truth was sound enough in the days when all the learning of the world was in the direct service of the church, Dean Inge went on to say that the church of Christ to-day is “the whole congregation of Christian people dispersed throughout the whole world,” and that moral and spiritual influence is open to all, laity as well as clergy, who show themselves fit to exercise it. “Democracy is the best of all governments; but it must give efficient service if it is to live - - - I would decentralize power. The best of the four bodies that govern me is the township council.” These sentences appear in a recent book by William Henry Moore, M.P., former chairman of the Tariff Advisory Board, and they are a tribute to our smallest governing bodies which have long been conceded to be the most demoâ€" cratic of all our government institutes. He thought that people should think of “the. church as an orchestra in which the different churches play on dif~ ferent instruments, while a Divine Conductor calls the tune” That, it seems, sums up the essence of modern religious thinking in very well chosen words. At this time when we are honoring the memory of the dead, let us see to it that the living, who also offered their all and as a result are now carrying physical disabilities, should be relieved of any uncertainty regarding their po- sitions. We believe it is the wish of the great majority of the Canadian people that these men should be as generously dealt with as is possible for a grateful country to deal with them. Services of Remembrance held throughout Canada to commemorate Armistice Day were evidence of the respect and tribute of a thankful people for the sacrifice made dur- ing the Great War. Those who gave their lives trod once again the petalled path of Remembrance and the Canadian people with bowed heads declared “we will not forget.” That the people of this nation should pay this annual public tribute to the memory of the gallant sons of Canada who died in the War is most commendable and fitting, and it is equally as fitting that we should give thought to those who returned from that awful struggle to suffer long years of agony and pain. Let us give some thought to those men who gave their best years in the service of their coun try and returned to find in these post war years that the economic battle against hard times and unemployment is a struggle no less exacting than the struggle against a foreign foe. Enablished 1878 AN INDEPENDENT WEEKLY PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY AT RICHMOND BILL THE LIBERAL PRINTING C0., LTD. J. Eachem Smith, Manure: Member Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association Subscription $1.50 per year -â€" To the United States $2.00 Covering Canada’s Best Suburban District. Advertising Rates on Application. _ TELU‘HONE 9. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16th, 1933 A REDUCTION IN LIGHTING COSTS WOULD BE WELCOMED MUNICIPAL COUNCIL GIVES US OUR BEST IN GOVERNMENT PAGE TWO RELIGION AND THE CHURCHES MR. BENNETT’S POLICY REMEMBER THE LIVING THE Ll BERA L Several from Agincourt saw “Bon- nie Briar Bush’ in Toronto last week. The other day we came across this story which may interest our readers. Moral Foundation of Physical Courage, Acts 15:26 When “Coley” Patterson was a boy at Eton, he was popular with all his schoolmates. He not only studied well, but he also was “captain of the boats,” and served on the cricket; eleven. At a certain gathering coarse songs were started. They were part of the traditions of the school and had been sung for years. ’But “Coley” was as brave morally as he was! physically. He declared: that those songs should not be sung in his pmesence. When one was started he left the room, something few boys would have dared to do under the circumstances. Then and there, how- ever, this old-fashioned custom was stopped. The brave boy at Eton, who cour- ageously stood up for his principals, even at the risk of being described as “tied to his mother’s apron strings,” became a famous missionary in the South Seas. As Bishop Coleridge Patterson, he fearlessly faced the Melanesdans, with their clubs and ar- rows, and daily risked his life for the cause of Christ. Physical courage has a moral foundation. Dare to do right, and nothing can daunt you. New York Observer. W. Bruce Davidson, Cameron Ken~ nedy and Bill Kennedy were prize winners in York County Junior Far- mers’ Plowing competition. B.C. Its absence is accounted for by the fact that it had been borrowed by the Provincial Government as its. principal exhibit, at the opening of our new museum. A demonstration Beauty Parlor was then conducted in the form of an Amateur Beauty Contest, the com- petition being very keen. The at- tendants of the Beauty Parlor We're Misses Jean Leslie, Pansy Lewes and Mary Forfar. Mr. Alex. Gray and Mr. Donald Kennedy deserve honor- able mention, though Mr. M. M. Gib- son was chosen the most outstanding contestant. The “psysog'” of this primitive man bore a striking resem- blance to “Gumbo,” his earliest foreâ€" father, and the most popular citizen of Stonehenge. expnession, in- credibly altened by the magic touch of Miss Jean Leslie, bore evidence of the fact that he had inherited the characteristic traits of the prehis- tor’ic bipeds. All that was lacking to complete the picture Was his: bear skin suit, which has been in the pos- session of this noted family since 16 Very choice refreshments were served by Miss Clark and her mothâ€" er, Mrs. H. K. Clark, to whom a hearty vote of thanks was given for their thoughtfulness in making pos- sible so profitable andl delightful an evening and for their boundless hos~ pitality to the young peeple. Knox United Forward Club was ad- dressed on Wednesday evening by Mr. H. A. "Mowatt of Toronto, a re- turned soldier. He spoke on “War Experiences,” “What a terrible thing war is,” said the speaker. “If we individuals would sacrifice as much in times of peace as in war times, this world would be a better place to live in," continued Mr. Mowatt. Mr. Fred Morgan was soloist, accompan- ied by Mrs. Morgan. The local lodge of Oddfellows en- tertained at their lodge moms last Friday evening. Visitors: fmm neigh boring lodges were presentâ€"Mount Albert, Brougham, Marka and Stouffvilleâ€"about one hundred were present and’ spent the evening- play- ing progressive euchme, Mrs. Troyer of Whitevale and Mrs. Pearson of Mount Albert won lst and 2nd prizes for ladies. A. M. Walton and Roy Shadlock securing the prizes for gentlemen. Mrs. A. Wheeler and Dr. Farquharson having the consolations‘. MiSS Nellie Lapp of Markham is spending the week with Miss J. M. Kennedy. Mr. Howard Montgomery of Tor- onto spent the week-end with Alec Watson. Refreshments were served and all report a. most enjoyable evening. Did you ever play a game called “Tea. Kettle?" It’s heaps of fun as any of the Y.P.S. who enjoyed it the other night, will tell you. Betty Gibson gave the Bible read- ing, Jessie Davidson led in prayer, Mrs. Alex. Gray read a poem “The Peasant and The Monk” and W. Bruce Davidson outlined the princi- ples of the Presbyterian Church, con- cerning the Holy Scriptures. An in- strumental ’due'tt was rendered by Misses Mildred and Mary Forfar, Mrs. Alex. Elliott read stories from Formosa. A splendid program in charge oflpreached anniversary services at the Devotional Committee was given‘Egmond'ville, his former charge, and by Knox Presbytefian Y.P.S. at 'thelthe Rev. 0. Malcolm occupied the home of MiSs Nellie Clark, on Wed- ’ pulpit here. ‘ nesday evening, Nov. 8th. Mr. Malcolm is the younger son of Betty Gib-son gave the Bible read- Mr- JaS- Malcolm of Markhani. ing, Jessie Davidson led in prayer, Alec‘ Davidson, acc0mpamed by Mrs. Alex, Gray read a poem “Thelfive of his fellow-students from the Peasant and The Monk” and W,!0.A.C., Guelph, motm‘ecl home on ano Davidson outlined the nrinci- Saturday afternoon- WEEKLY NEWSY NOTES FROM THE AGINCOURT DISTRICT On Nov. 5th the Rev. W. McDonald THE LIBERAL, RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO Mr. and Mrs. John Keeler had‘ their baby girl baptized by Rev. G. Scovell in St. Timothy’s Church on Sunday evening. Mr. Bun Cosburn has moved into Mr. Prophet’s cottage. Miss Lamont spoke at the Sunday evening service. Her subject was, “Youth and Missions? She told of conditions in the Western Provinces and of the courage and faith of those in dire distress. She said the people of Ontario do not know the meaning of privation. The W.A. of St. Timothy’s Church held an Amistice Service on Friday afternoon, Nov. 10th. The ladies of other congregations joined with them. Mrs. Cosg'rave of Toronto was the guest speaker. Mrs. Little of Toronto and Mrs. RUSS‘el of Unionville were the solo- is“. Mrs. Hartley has rented her cot- tage to Mi. Armstrong. She came to her husband in tears. “I’ve been insulrted!” she sputtered. “Your mother has insulted me.” The Y.W.A. of Knox Presbyterian Church held their thank-offering meeting on Saturday afternoon. The ladies of the congregation met with them. Miss Armour spoke of the Ukrainian people in Canada and gave the history of these people in their home land. Miss Lamont, field sec- retary for the W.M.S., then gave us a word picture of the splenditi work being done for the foreigner and Eng lish~speaking people too, through the Mission Hospitals and school homes in the west. The work is wonderful and the need is great. “My mother?” he exclaimed. “But, Alice, shes milés away.” “I know. But a. letter came for you this morning addressed in your mother’s handwriting, and I opened.: it.” He looked stem. “1 see. Where does the insult come in? Alice wept all the more. “In theâ€"â€" the postscript,” she answered. “It said: ‘Dear Alice, don’t forget to give this letter to George.’ ” While I was having tea with a friend and her little boy he left his teaspoon in his cup. ‘ “I know mummy,” he replied, “but they sometimes go upstairs for a bath.” “So' your wife has gone to Palm Beach for her health. What did she have?” “You know, Billy,” said his mother, “I always thought that teaspoons lived in saucers, not. in cups.” “Eight hundred dollars her father gaVe her.”â€"Boston Transcript. Mrs. Davidson invited some of our young people to tea, and what a jolly time they had. ‘ ANDEPSON A \s SPENV vmm \N swmnons 52m om m same“ 0? LOS'V GOLD muss \N THE DESERTS 0? were“ numb 5mm râ€" QE‘SOO‘OOOfl STUBERW"; tfi %\§T\E,N\b\\‘fi\. CUL‘ RAN. SM} RND ' m. VEVVER RRE THE! COME FROM k cmmum mug» 1mm“ SH RWLR LEGE ODD BUT TRUE 9n But Lady Arville, born Jan. 20th, 1933 Roslene Lass, born Feb. 19th, 1933 May Blossom, born May 14th, 1933 The above cattle are fully accredit- ed, T.B. Tested and positively no re- actors. M.H. Cultivator Harrows Plow Scuffler Set of Sleighs Adams Wagon Hay Rack Sling Ropes Potato Sprayer Democrat Wagon, 3 seats Wheel Barrow Water Trough Stewart Clippers Carpenter’s Vise and Bench Turning Lathe Cream Separator, International, new Oak Meat Bench Doubletrees, neckyoke, wagon reach, feed box, root pulper, hay knife, stone boat, hay rake, quantity of lumber. Forks, shovels, rakes and other arti- cles too numerous to mention. Herd Sire Credholme Little Pal, 133908 Highview Dorothy, 96500, fresh time of sale Grand Spring Melba, 88805, due in Jan Springbqglg Snowflake 6, 114005, milking Maggie of Springbrae, 84477, milk- ing, due in February Peach Blow Nettie 4, 117278, milking, due in March Ivory Queen, 163727, born June 6th, 1932 Ivory Faiéy, 163728, born June 12th, 193 ' Lady Arville, born Jan. 20th, 1933 Roslene Lass, born Feb. 19th, 1933 May qussom, bo_rn May 14th, 1933. W. A. ELLIOTT Lot 15, Con. 4, Markham Township AT BUTTONVILLE Thursday, November 30th ECHO TERMS = Casho =7 76:6 gThe Registered Ayrshire Herd, Farm Stock, Implements, Antique Furniture, Etc. Phone 1 88 HARNESS Set Double Harness, solid brass ; trim, nearly new Set Single Harness Collars Gray Horse, H.D. Black 'Horse, H.D. IMPLEMENTS M.H. Binder, 6 ft. M.H. Drill. Lime, Cement, Tile Full Line of FUEL ALSO YARDS AT BURR’S MILL Richmond Hill Machine Shop Jones Coal C0. GENERAL MACHINERY REPAIRS, BOILERS LAWN MOWERS AND BINDER KNIVES GROUND AUCTION CATTLE @Iowfi- Bum (an â€" HORSES ‘fixE PMAR OF THE HAND 0f DEATHâ€" smuos m mum. «mm. m: cm mamas o\= we» ow SLAVE MARKET m we meme To mm M mm iFOOR men we 1 mmmwx NED - cued THE PROPERTY OF 2 Couches srnational, new Kitchen Table Kitchen Cupboard Butter Bowl Milk Pails, Strainer and Plunger Brass Kettle Iron Potato Pot Quantity of Dishes and other num- erous articles. Iash° Sale 1 o’ClééT: Prentice & Prentice, Auctioneers wagon reach, 2 Small Tables lay knife, stone 2 Wash Stands :y of lumber. 1 Folding Camp Bed, iron and other arti- 1 Feather Bed, goose down mention. 2 Sewing Machines liBench S 1 Commode ;, solid brass 2 Small Looking Glasses v 1 Churn 1 3 1 1 u‘ THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16th, 1933 GUNSMITHING Rear 81 Yonge Street M/ About «ARD m NEA‘WORV. "WY; REE comma ma»... “NR AND cowamcx THUR. “NGERRRWS â€" â€" About About About About @3me ANTIQUE FURNITURE Grandfather’s Clock over one hun- dred years old Kitchen Clock A number of Oval Frame Pictures Dressing Tables Swing Mirror in Frame Haircloth Sofa High Bureau in Cherry Solid Walnut Sideboard Spindle Bedsteads Old-fashioned Brass Candle Sticks Arm Chair Chairs with Arm Chair to match Candle Lantern Iron Pot for Fireplace . Long _handled Frying Pan for Fire- Maple, Ont‘ If you are looking for quality and workmanship at a reason- able price, call and see our stock of hand made harness and col- lars. Collar fitting Ind repair- ing a specialty. SALE OF place Spinning Wheel, complete Rocking Chairs Cruet Stand, complete r" All this antique furniture is in the very best condition and the lot includes some very fine and rare specimens. Telephone Maple 1063 (1% miles North of Concord) HARNESS ISAAC BAKER 6 tons of Clover Hay 300 bus. of Oats 50 bus. of Turnips 200 bus. of Mangels HENS thirty hens, mixed FURNITURE GRAIN R. R No. 2