Labour D3.y, Child Labour and Learnin' Suzanne Down parades in towns and cities to teach religion to the viewers. a natural activity to use to school; even illiterates were Even though summer does praised the roots of the Labour Elaborate tapestries showed promote power and awareness teachers. Charles Dickens not officially end until Sept. 21, Movement in Canada. Often pictorial scenes of saintly deeds. of their cause. caused quite a scandal when he nothing seems lo end the sum- parades had a military nature These evolved to Crusaders' As the labourers were find- exposed the early unqualified mer mood like Labour Day (this with strong rhythms in the music banners and flags used to iden- ing strength together, another schools in Nicholas Nickleby. year on Sept. 2). and marching. The social and his- "There was none of the noise Labour Day has serious purpose of the toric change was and clamour of a school-room; origins. In the 19th century, powerful unity of occurring. Child none of its boisterous play, or labourers worked under in- beat was to unify labour was final- hearty mirth. The children sat credibly poor conditions with the onlookers so ly seen as un- crouching and shivering togeth- terrible pay. No recognized or- they would feel healthy and im- er, and seemed to lack the spirit ganization protected their rights. 'one' with the moral. Children to move about." The trade union movement cause. were brought Labour and schools have was not recognized until 1872 'Parade' means out of the fac- come a long, long way. Is it just a when a victorious printers' strike 'to show up.' The tories and sud- curious coincidence that Labour forced the Canadian govern- ongms of the denly the need Day weekend has become the ment to officially accept the 'parade,' however, was there for North American calendar date union. From then on, the unions stemmed from early religious tify allegiance. The flag idea public education. What else was which announces the start of set aside a 'Labour Day' to as- processions. They too were a caught on with families and na- there to do with all those school? As Dickens said, "Now, sure their political power would form of displaying power as well tions and became a symbol of children! just take them and hear them never be lost. as education. Before printed loyalty and pride. For the Some of the early attempts some reading, because you In Canada it became a na- books were common, plays were labourers in the early days of to form schools were out- know, you must begin to be use- tional holiday in 1894 and put on around these processions forming unions, the parade was rageous. Anyone could open a ful . Idling about here, won't do." Nelson's Sign Bylaw Invoked ANNOUNCING- THE OPENING OF: KOOTENAY LAKE DENTAL CLINI' by Sandra Hartline for example, has quite a dif- 30 I Baker SL, Nelson NELSON - A Kentucky ferent appearance from one DENTIST: Dr. Douglas P. Kelly Fried Chicken sign at 701 Front built near the turn of the cen- OFFICE MANAGER: Anne Appleby St. near the entrance to the tury." New Patients Welcome Chahko-Mika Mall is prohibited Assistant building inspector PHONE: 3S2-5522 by a city by-law and must come Bernie Zimmer adds, "We want HOURS: TUES. 1:30. 7:30 businesses lo succeed. We feel WED. 1:30. 7:30 down, says city building inspec- THURS. 8:30 -4:30 tor Arvid Schneider. the city's policy helps encourage FRI. 8:30 -4:30 "They have no permit. If we them in their enterprise." SAT. 8:30. 4:30 allowed them to have a sign, Because of safety considera- then other Mall stores might tions, sandwich board signs are want to do the same," Schneider generally banned from city says, adding that the restaurant is now considering other means of advertising. sidewalks, unless placed in door- ways or on private property. As enforcers of the by-law, SHEILA ANN GERAGHTY The Chahko-Mika Mall sign at the same location was given an exemption from the by-law The Colonel's gotta go, says Schneider and Zimmer don't see themselves as hardnosed. "We're not trying to be miserable," Zimmer says. "Some- & JENNIFER STEED requirement with the stipulation the one sign would cover all the building inspector Zimmer. times talking to an owner is all it REGISfERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS businesses at the Mall site. takes." wait for months and months to Schneider says, "We're Meanwhile, the city has an get approval." ongoing problem .with busi- In obtaining their permits, diplomatic. After all, business owners are also taxpayers, and are pleased to welcome nesses that don't go through the businesses also have access to proper channels when making they pay our salaries in the end." exterior changes lo their build- ings. A by-law on the books since expert advice, including the professional services of consult- ant Bob Inwood, who was hired Heritage Advisory Commit- tee meetings take place in City Council chambers at 12 noon on STEPHEN BOOTHMAN 1986, preceded by Nelson's by the city to design its Heritage Revitalization Plan. Inwood and the first and third Tuesdays of B.Sc. (Phys. Ed.), R.M.T. Heritage Revitalization Plan, each month, and are open to the heritage committee members stipulates that any exterior chan- have drafted a guidelines book- public. to their Massage Therapy Practice ges to buildings in the downtown at 601 Lake Street, Nelson core and surrounding area - in- cluding construction details, painting, facades, awnings and let explaining the options for businesses, and a pamphlet is also available. Ul'E AFlER Bl"W( post·partum support prenatal support r Please Call 352-6236 signs - must have prior ap- A nice looking building makes the city look good, breast1eeding counselling for appointment. proval from city Council. Schneider explains, and changes The city's Heritage Ad- don't necessarily have to be [ MOM'S GROUPS meeC Mon 10am to 12pm & Thurs 1pm-3pm J visory Committee receives per- heritage in style. mit applications twice a month "We're not trying to -MONDAY GROUPS COffr. WITH- and then makes recommenda- "Exploring Ourselves as Mothers" heritagize Nelson, or make new - - Newcomers Welcome - - tions lo Council. buildings look old. Generally, "People won't be held up by THURSDAY SEPT S the Heritage Advisory Commit- Toilet Trair,jng wilh Linda Hunter, IDP this schedule," Schneider says. tee tries to follow the style of the "Business owners don't have to THURSDAY SEPT 12 building. A 40s style building, fitness After Birth wtth Val Reede, Fitness Instructor TlfJRSDAY SEPT 19 Diaper D~ Demo & Sale wilh Snappies, lnd~posa les, Deb's Diaper Service THIJlSDAY SEPT 26 Fresh Baked Goods A Look at lmmuniza1ions Organically Grown Grains wilh Cindy Talarico, PHN Wholesome Pure Ingredients SPECIAL EVENT Saturday, SeptelTIJer 28, ~ 12 Baby Goods Sale • Buy &Sell baby & toddler to~, clolhes, and lurniture. 905 Gordon oad, Nelson Home Srt Z'ad0 100% Whole s~ ~-·· Fruit Bars individual and relationship counselling MONDAY SESSIONS continue to be discussion gro~ Wheat Bread Regular $3 .60 Learn to understand and resolve focusing on ·exploring ourselves as CALL TOLL FREE Regular $1.80 1-800-667-0707 personal conflicts, empowering yourself to make posl tlve mothers• • self--esteem, assertiveness. commurication, etc. $2.95 For name of your local dealer PIONEER WATER SYSTEMS changes In your life! Please call FREE BABYSITTING PROVIDED AT All THE ABOVE SESSIONS MON 10 • NOON & THURS 1 • 3PM $1.50 per dozen 639 Park Street Regina, Sask. S4N 5N1 Marg at Nelson & District Home Support 295 Baker Street, Nelson, 352-2274 825-4744 or 4745 Services Society, 905 Gordon Road Anv Questions Phone: 352-2911 Corner of Kootenay and Baker THE KOOTENAY WEEKLY EXPRESS AUGUST 28, 1991 Page 11