TOPICS OF THE DAY

Waikato Times, Volume 122, Issue 20421, 11 February 1938, Page 6

TOPICS OF THE DAY

Character in Control What is controlling men and nations —will-power, selfish motives, intellectual dishonesty, unscrupulous methods? Or integrity—observance of divine control? asks Mr. Irving S. Bailey in the “Christian Science Monitor.” Present day activities witness the exemplification of human qualities and human planning as controlling factors. Widespread effort of influences of unproved worth to gain control has many mediums, organs and channels through which it is operating. Campaigns for control are being carried through gradually but systematically in such a way that the goal shall not in general be too quickly perceived. The aim is to include control of governments and municipalities. Mass control of votes is one method used. And the scheme and campaign ranges from operation within innocent groups to instructed politicians seeking place and power in local and national politics. One of the most effective ways to end secret and hidden control is to place in public service men and women of ideals and vision, those who have wisdom, practical experiece, integrity, unquestionable character. Men and women who are above manipulation, firm in their stand for the right.