Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the Progressive Conservative caucus I want to associate our party with the words of sympathy and tribute from the Prime Minister and from other hon. members.
The children of Walter Harris must be very proud of their father. He served Canada and his fellow Canadians in so many ways, here in the House of Commons, in the cabinet room and when the world was inflamed in war he took up arms to defend this country.
When he could no longer fight with a gun he gave leadership to help finance the war effort.
On behalf of all Newfoundlanders I want to express our appreciation for his fine efforts while negotiating Newfoundland's entrance into Confederation.
Walter Harris left the national stage four decades ago, but his example of public service shines as a bright light to those of us who came afterwards. On marking the end of his long life we give thanks for his service to Canada and to his membership in the House and we offer our sincere condolences to the members of his family.