PROVING- .-ji 1 1954 , ! U ' t. A At A -l WEAQJT Mum PSOVISCIAL tlBSART, Our 113 Quota tXCTOSlA. 8. c. PROUDLY NORTHERN AND CENTRAL BRITISH COLUMBIA'S NEWSPAPER ' i Local HcadquarteM Published at Canada's Most Strategic Pacific Port "Prince Rupert, the Key to the Great Northwest" N.B.C. POWER CO. LTD. Phone 210 P.O. Bos 333 VOL. XLIII, No. 78 PRINCE RUPERT, B.C., FRIDAY. APRIL 2. 1954 PRICK V1VF. cf.ktr 55 22 4 feet "19:24 31 'eet lm? FX ilm: fl fl 1 feWs -Dim Mi- sians - . , t -'.'.??". ' eat Bid s irrrr- - :; '"h ' Ban nU-iE''ml; V; i !.,,. tViP - f ww-' jrub 4 I ',. f . bomb has in- " . Q ' - " . J ' ;e need for an in- ; Jft J-ji-i 1 j ban on atomic I "V' ilDDOHSl Vietminh Forces Enter Cambodia least, quoting me vtif oreh Pravda. surprise oia u th Atlantic Treaty (. X RCAF . iilC1924-l954 J to "the fact mai m power 01 re By LARRY ALLEN HANOI, Inclo-China (AP) The Vietminh today threw thousands of fresh troops into a two-pronged pincer attack on besieged Dien Bien Phu, smashing repeatedly at both the northwestern and southeast-l em approaches to the heart . of the French Union j Indo-China bastion WheTepnT"' ! A brief French communique: Thp frnrh odmiUort Th,,. Is incessantly addition to this weapon has ap- power surpasses Hie power 01 me p . ? i son. U.S. Rapped For Rebuff To Russia (LONDON (AP) Two leading British newspapers criticized the United States state department today for haste in rebuffing Russia before'consult-ing the Western Allies oh the" surprise Soviet bid to join up with NATO. The editorial comments followed debate in Parliament Thursday in which Foreign Secretary Eden echoed the U.S rejection of ,the Soviet offer and Labor member Herbert Morrison demanded that the Western Allies get together in the future liefore taking decisions on Russian offers affecting them joint- iy.; long clamored lor :e ban on atomic jt has refused to .itfrn demands that by establishment "'Of li 'Jli 1 1 we system 01 ln-nsure compliance. said the defenders had 'viol-1 tnat day night they had Jost ently counter-attacked" against , tnree eastern outposts, but said the Communist-led rebels each tnc nc.art and majn arteries ,)f time they rushed at the two . the bastion were still intact. plam 175 miles west of Hanoi. minh tolloveA tneir pa,,. There was savage hand-to- tern of wildly screaming hand fighting as the French I charges hurling grenades, fir-forces repeatedly beat back the ; mg rifies, pistols and machine-rebels trying to break through I gUns Bnd swinging long-bladed into the plain's headquarters j knives in liand-to-hand combat centre. .' with the French Union defend- An Agence "France-Presse dis-jers. ' patch today said regular Viet- T IMPORTANT w broadcast said ised key questions A d --; . ' - - "J r, ... -r- . T ' ' ; - .:. In -ill mmm t ' j- rt , , . - , , K-'- .nil relations whose most important mt universal tenting a new war mink troops have crossed the t , EIGHTEEN-YEAR - OLD Ellen Dillon, 1954 New York State Cherry Blossom Princess, samples a cut of cherry pie at the New Yorkan restaurant In New York City after her royal crowning. She'll go to Washington, D.C., this month to compete against girls from all over the country for the title of "Cherry Blossom Queen." ' 1 represent under Brown Queries unslances a par-?r to the peoples " frontier from Laos into Cambodia in Indo-China and that fighting Is going on between ' the Communist-led rebels and 1 it added, "will The Times agreed that the! Wicks' Worth As Minister Russian bid, contained in identical notes Foreign Minister Molotov handed in Moscow to envoys of the U.S., Britain and France Wednesday, was a fur insist upon the substantial reduc-ijienU and armed lor reaching an itich would ensure energy is not used '.ruction and mass j Cambodian forces. ! Results of the fighting are not yet known, the dispatch ! from Phnom Penh, capital of i j Cambodia, said. The report said I this was the. first time Vietminh regulars had penetrated Cam-! bodian territory. Paper Prints Apology ther attempt to wreck the proposed European Defence Com VICTORIA Bruce Brown (L-Prince Rupert) wants to know if Labor Minister Lyle Wicks thinks he is worth the munity. But the . independent paper added: "The automatic rejec For Column LOSSES UNKNOWN j $13,500 he earned last year. As the second major Vietminh! Speaking during the discussion attempt to overwhelm Dien Biea ot the minister's salary in the (I people. The lm-Kh efforts Is be- -. . ." .i today there was Prime Minister Met will con-rpartT motion ask-ntment to take a at fori high-level f( of Britain, the s ind Russia to dls- tion which Mr. Molotov's note dftiw from the state department is no substitute for consultations among all governments concerned. In his more temper VANCOUVER KPX The Van- j Pnu raged on its- third -day, Mie .legislature,- Miv Biwn -id the couver Province Thursday print- I fighting was so furious that the , minister had received two indented an "unqualified apology for j French had no chance to esti- nities of $3 000 each for two any reflection cast" upon judge j mate the losses on either side, sittings of the house last year Thirty Years of Progress TIMES HAVE CHANGED since 1924 and nowhere Is that more apparent than In the field ot aviation. Celebrating its 30th birthday April 1, the P.CAF shows some of the old and some of the new In Canadian flying. UPPER LEFT, standing well back, crewmen are ready to start one t . of the old-tjme flying machines, using a long " rope-star ter" j.ied. to. Its I wooden, propeller. UPPER RIOHT, Air Marshal C. Roy Slemon,' one of the original members of the Air Force, as he looks today as Chief of the Air Staff. ON THE LEFT, a comparison of flying suits with the ' old woolen type of the open-cockpit day contras ting sharply with the latest In RCAF "O" suits, LOWER LEFT, worn by Jct-flghter pilots. LOWER RIGHT, the RCAF's" powerful all-weather fighter, the CF-100 Canuck gets a tune-up be fore taking off on a patrol flight in Canada. From an original strength of less than 400 all ranks, the RCAF today has a peacetime strength of more than 45.000 men and women serving fr om coast to coast, and in France, England and Germany. Air Cadet Advantages Outlined They had said earlier that the: plus a salary of $7,500. and jury in a recent murder oii and control of i aiaiself has repeat-still wants an In-together of world rebels lost some 2,000 of their I "Does the honorable minister estimated 40,000 attackers in the (think he's worth it?" he asked, first 48 hours of the renewed I The question was greeted with assault. ' cries of shame from the govern- The attack on the northwest , ment benches, was the first In that sector off "That's pulling politics down the current drive on the fort- j to a new low," cried one member, ress, though the rebels in their Chairman A. S. Matthews in-first mass frontal attack on the i structed the member to with- ate comment yesterday in the House of Commons Mr. Eden showed such consultations were expected." SHOT FROM HIP The News Chronicle, a Liberal paper, said the state department "shot from the hip" and "did so apparently, without much thought to the alarm and resentment this sort of technique must create among the North Atlantic treaty powers at a time when some of the Implications of the lone American journey tension but at j plain three weeks ago had taken ; draw the question because it trial by a column it published March 20. The column, by Eric Nicol, dealt with capital punishment. It appeared after William Wakefield Gash, 19, was convicted and sentenced to be hanged June 22 for the golf-course murder of Frank Pltsch last Dec. 10. The newspaper, publisher A. W. Moscarella, editor H. H. C. Anderson, and columnist Nicol were ordered by Mr. Justice J. V. Clyne to appear in court today to show why they should not be cited for contempt of court. The Province in a front-page story today said in part. two posts in the centre of the I was not suitable.. selected cadets to go on to paid tribute to the training staff advanced work In flying and , composed of FO Stan Petrow, leadership instruction. He point- FO R. Goodlab, FO Norm Hayed out that each year the squad- wood, Sid Collins and Doug Haig. " ae will address ' Commons Monday ;ms debate on perils " of the H-bomb, a Europe, newspap-s,lraphs of the 1952 si explosion preced-ntten descriptions, wture tell the storv. less indication 'lan in the exnnspri the H-bomb are already ron recommends a few boys for He explained that plans were i with Labor Minister Under Fire; House Hears Plea on H-Bomb flying training scholarships. , being made to obtain separate I straining Western nerves. Those who are successful receive . quarters tor the squadron and PYanrp ha.-: issued nn official Fathers of Prince Rupert air cadets were given a first-hand account of the training that their boys are'recelving when the squadron held its first father and son banquet last night. The occasion marked the 13th year of air cadet activities in Canada and the 30th anniversary of the RCAF. To the large number of men and boys present, the squadron's commanding officer. Flying Officer nnnerlaK MrLenn. ries- all the -nrnmnf n thp Knvipfc hid vet. 30 hours of free flying lnstruc- ; urged fathers to give tinn. which locally is carried out ; assistance they could in this ' u... hlfrVi-lpvol ttnnrpps hflvp. pom of Britain. VICTORIA iff) The eovern- in conjunction with the Aero : direction. Club. They are then eligible for ! Among other speakers, Senior pihl, Prime Minister 'The column made reference , ment Tnursday got a taste of what it can expect when it in to the judge and jury in the Gash case. The language used their private pilot's licence. echoed the British and U.S. feelings about the alms of Molotov's note. One French source said the offer was "like a pyro-maniac wanting to become a fireman." "Don't be silly," replied the premier. All members applauded Mr. Webster after his talk on the hydrogen bomb and civil defence. He said there was no defence against atomic weapons. n on the U.S. and 'We on an immedi-'iu" on H-bomb exiling proeress to- ' Cadet Pedersen gave an account of his experiences in the senior ! leaders' course. "I am glad I joined the squad-i ron," he said. "I've enjoyed the I work, and the fun that goes with troduces its new labor acts in the legislature. During the debate on the minister of labor's salary in the legislature opposition members ion weapons of I cribed the training syllabus and (Mion. the numerous opportunities for Last year two boys in the squadron, Stan Kaardal and Ron Black, were awarded these scholarships and have since received their squadron wings for completing the course. This year ix more Prince Rupert, air cadets have been "I suggest we need to say to fired question after question at ! ourselves, over and over again Labor Minister Lyle Wicks and j that no one can win this kind S Sioux Arrives in Port debate got heated in several in j it. If there are any other fel-; ' lows wno are Thinking of joining, ' I suggest they go right ahead j ; and do it." ' I Chairman J. F. Magor pointed ; has been construed by the court to cast reflection on the judge, the jury and the administration of justice in this province. "The Province, its publisher, Us editor and Mr. Nicol had no Intention whatsoever to reflect upon the judge, the jury or the administration of justice and regret that the column was capable of being so interpreted. "The object of the column by Mr. Nicol was to stimulate public discussion and interest in capital punishment, and to ex- of war. "I suggest we develop a state of controlled anger. This is the Judges Name Finalists In Oratory Test m Three Navy Boxers FO McLean pointed out that : out that two of the fathers j another opportunity of. special ; present each had two boys in j interest is the senior leaders' j the squadron. They were Tony , course, which last year was com-. Toth, with his sons Steve and The main event will be refereed ' "iree tours In the rn. Pat Lemon and Georgina Mit 'C8 Sloux arrived pleted by air cadet Roy Peder- Tonv, and Erling Periersen with stances. Premier Bennett unexpectedly adjourned the debate at 10:30 p.m., early compared to most of the night sittings of the last two weeks, and after the sitting charged the opposition with "obstructionist tactics" and said the house would likely sit after Easter. Earlier CCF Opposition Leader Arnold Webster made a forceful plea for the end of hydrogen bomb tests. chell were named finalists in the Rotary-sponsored public speak 2.; "arbor and afterwarrto 11.1,. sen. This involves aeven weens nis Doys, rcoy ana nooeri. Mr. of summer training designed to Magor drew attention to the fact ing contest staged yesterday in i press Mr. Nicol's opposition to only way we can meet apathy,-indifference and calm acceptance of the situation." He said the legislature could use its influence to stop hydrogen bomb tests, press for international control of atomic weapons, stop talk of the inevitability of war and intensify efforts to remove the cause of war at home or abroad. "Only a stupid man talks of the inevitability of war." execution by hanging. the Booth Memorial High School 11 CNR dock. "To dramatize his subject Mr. Nicol mentioned the Gash murder case. . . ." optained by Cmdr. K 0BE, (CD pr activity room. . in which six students competed. Pat and Georgina will compete in' finals at the Rotary Club luncheon next Thursday, with the winner receiving an expen prepare cadets for future posi- : that whether or not air cadets tions as squadron officers and j go on to enlist in the RCAF, ! instructors. Successful cadets their experience in the squadron receive a bonus of $100 in addi-; will always be to their advan-tion to having all their normal ! tage. living expenses taken care of , pat Deane, a member of the " 1 while on the course. sponsoring committee, describ- Summer camp and overseas ed the work of the Aero Club r-." three Detwiller, Cox by Benny Wlndle. The Elks group also named as referees and judges Dido Gurvlch, Dick Ajrres and Sev Dominate. The committee is under the impression that the referees and Judges can take turns at being both referees and judges but it was fairly certain today that navy officials would not approve of this. It is also planned to ask a Naval officer to be one of the three Judges. Two other Navy, boxers Doug Kerr and Nelson Lewis arrive by plane tomorrow. An Elks spokesman said today that visiting and local fighters will be entertained by the Elks at a dinner held at the Broad ses-paid trip to Ottawa. c i rj exrhanee visits were other at-;wnlcn provides tiying training The two Grade 11 finalists in , EAll IUI IC rjl the "Adventures in Citizenship" I VICXORIA (Cp)Health Min- " ,u arc to , take ''f"card sponsored in the Civic 'o night. Bodied sea-S rt n and for the cadets. He expressed sneaicing conresi, doui cnufcc u c , , E i Martin announced Thursday that Lloyd Detwiller, tractive features of the air cadet movement described by FO McLean. He emphasized that the Prince Rupert squadron is train the hope that a good number of those recommended for flying scholarships this year will be accepted. "cnest,n r- fht ., " ' v"aoian Don Ritchie led the group in ing hard to make a good show- i u, ---"iiJiun will 'ar'!' o' Prince ing and complimented the boys songs, with Cadet -Roy Sciber at lit UH.T? 1 U1"ves on their efforts. In addition, ne tne piano. way Cafe at 7 p.m. tonight. Invited are visiting boxers, Trent Leo Nlmsick CCF-Cran brook) wanted to know if the Labor Relations Board had issued certifications for unions in Kitimat that had no members. MADE MISTAKE Liberal Leader Lalng criticized the part-time labor relations board and said the government had made its greatest mistake in changing it from the full-time board which had the confidence of the people. CCF members criticized as undemocratic the government policy of appointing labor members to the Industrial Relations Board without first referring to labor. At one stage Tony Gargrave (CCF-Mackenzie) said the minister of labor was not doing his job. properly by not answering the opposition's questions. Premier Bennett said he resented the member lecturing the minister. E. E. Winch- (CCF-Burnaby) t T:rl0'aer ' the iver th technical th 5 .h the !Iavy Gloves title-5' pre- history of Prince Rupert as their topic. Other competitors were Barbara Doumont, Grade 12, speaking on history and development of Rupert; George Henry, Grade 12, Importance of extra-curricular activities In high school; Elsa Insulander, Grade 11, the story of cellulose; Madeline Sklapsy, Grade 11, Importance of extracurricular activities In high school. Judges were W. H. Hankinson, P. F. P. Bird and R. G. Moore, all of the Rotary Club, and Fred Aston of the Junior Chamber of Commerce. Ketchesori, Bill Watts, Art Ryan of the Sioux; trainer Ab Hart of Terrace and boxers Ron Earl, BCHIS commissioner since 1950, will become assistant commissioner and Dr. Donald Cox, formerly assistant cotnmisant, will become commissioner. WEATHER , Forecast North Coast Region: Cloudy today and Saturday. Clear periods along the mainland until mid-afternoon with flurries of wet snow beginning northern portion during the afternoon changing to rain showers over-nleht. Milder tomorrow. Winds RCN Receives New Flagship VICTORIA CP) The Royal Canadian Navy bought its new--est and most modern ship Wednesday. After several days of trials and a full day of severe tests by high ranking naval officers, the mine-sweeper HMCS Comox was turned over to the navy by officials of the Victoria Machinery Depot where It has been under construction for more than two years. The Comox will become the flagship of 'the Pacific coast's new minesweeper squadron and will he under the command of Cmdr. J. -V. Steele, who will also command the 2nd Canadian minesweeping squadron to be hr Sunn. Ron Fownes; Annunciation Club boxers Bobby Dumas, Billy Saunders, Bobby Smith, Deny Dominate, trainer Martin Saun 10 aro in v "clry soxerj Th" char8e of ders and Civic Centre Boxing Ward. tV;,: W1" meet ADD CENT FOR EVERY 20 TO FIGURE NEW SALES TAX VICTORIA Here's an easy way to remember what sales tax to charge on taxable purchases add one cent for every 20 cents starting at 15 cents. The tax on 15 to 29 cents is one cent; from 30 to 49 cents, two cents; from 50 to 69 cents, three cents; from 70 to 89 cents, four cents: ffom 90 to $1.09, five cents; from $1.10 to $1.29, six cents, and so on. The tax on purchases from $1.90 tb $2.10 is 10 cents; on $2.90 to $3.09, 15 cents; from $3.90 to $4 09, 20 cents and from $190 to $5 09, 25 cents. club members Andy Marshall Bill Morrison, Billy Tsuchlya f'..rrml., lrS later tn. Chuck Place and trainer Joe ngements SUta Ward. While the Sioux is here it is east 15 except 25 down mainland Inlets, becoming southeast 25 toward evening. Low tonight and high Saturday at Port Har-dv 40 and 50; Sandspit and OTTAWA CP The Duchess of Kent and her 17-year-old daughter, Princess Alexandra, will visit Canada In August and September, Government House an 4,1 niBht - ""'ttee also hoped that Captain Cook sea cadets will be able to take a half-day cruise on the said: "Good Lord, he had it com oasea at Esquimau. ing to him.' , Prince Rupert 35 and 45. i nounced today.