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THE GUARDIAN JULY 17, 1951

- V Mid-M0rning - Coffee

When the temperature rises few housewives can stand the look

g of an ironing board and iron in the kitchen.

One lady tells me, just

'.about this time of the year she tries to keep as much work from -her house as possible and even hides her iron in a back cupboard o and accuses her family of losing it.

Diplomacy in a ."Yes. I sink so too. . .

pre-schooler. .Yes. yes

” that's Just what I sink. pleased

.to meet you." The wisdom of a

' five-year-old.

Question of the week: "Is a trivet a trivet when it has more- -than three legs."

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When summer comes I get intol 'rl habit of thinking in monosyl- ables but must at the moment es- cape this lazy habit to write oi note in answer to a worried male who says he would appreciate it

."if you could give me the gen-

. several weddings and try as

v have a. misery back?" "No - Just

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eral wording of the toast to the bride and the groom's response."I Well. ”W.I.l).", I have been an I. might, I couldn't remember 2-. complete toast to the bride or :1! groom's answer. But this I dot know--An old friend of the bride's family. In many cases it) is the minister. or the brides. godfather. proposes the firsil toast to the bride. He makes :1, short speech about her. remem-l bering usually SDm8 Dle353ml happy. incident in her life and of, course reminding the groom that!

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& By An island Farmer's Wife

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"And is this where I find you, Ellen?” James said when on brisk steps he came in through the af- ternoon hours to pump a. cool drink to carry to the carpenters young and older at work boarding the roof of the barn. We saw him pause in a funny way he has when, at any project of moment. to sur-: vey the heights from a. kitchen-; window, before coming then to find us alone on a shady corner of" the front verandah, seated, hands: idly folded. "And what. are you amusing yourself at, Ellen?" he smiled. "Or perhaps" he inquired. a shade of anxiety apparent. "you

enjoying the day! Gathering roses. for December?" "I reckon" James; nodded ”a. fellow might do worse -if he had ii. bit of leisure on his hands. But" he sighed, lingering a moment "at this season of the I year when everything is at its best, I person has scarcely time to look about him . . l-lot: those mangels are growing - and the turnips! Haven't they stretched up. of late?” The wind whispered to the leaves about, some tiny rustling words; a ' raggedy spa.rrow flew to our bird- bath-of-sorts. drank and lifted a small head reverently to heaven in thanks; a. goldfish. like an over- large jewel gathered a meal of seeds along the green stem of a columbine, and all about was the glory of July on field and tree. and above a sky cloudiess and mellow.

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"But: did you imow. Ellen. the time is creeping along now to- wards supper? You'll want to get the fire lit soon, won't you. Ellen?" he said. turning to go. And grand- daughter came down then fresh and bright from a nap of her fancy taken in the wide old bed. two ordinary but respected dolls on the pi1lo.. beside her. and a small round of contented black that was one of her kittens. she carried the kit- can in her arms now c.rooning a. bit of a tune to now ap- pears out of the anywhere, at a door to beg some request of us, pushing a. small battered barrow which often 3:-ads him in paths that are not of his choosing. came

... but only to stop briefly. And both were off then to some interest of their own. The out of doors is a wide and lovely play- house for them now, ever-interest- ing and new. And our supper? what should be one. of its taste- ful and favorite dishes in this season of bird-song and blossom? What. but strawberries. Weet and delectable. holding the very es. sence of summer in the flavor of them.. bees it-hoiieying robins fussing over their brood. sunshine cool shadows, incense of

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And now the long July days is vacation-time with us, though not to the folks at Aldei-lea, who must holiday on the farm - snatching odd moments of leisure to "waste" idly about, to do those things they most yearn to do. To slip away to some leafy retreat ("I'm not say- ing. Ellen. that I don't enjoy the bustle of the farming now, and the grandchildren about us" another grandmother laughed mer- rily oo us to ently, "but when i got away all y myself to feed the chickens this morning. I found the -poultry-house a pleasant unc- tuuwl I" stopped there awhile. though a dozen tasks. were calling to me It the time. but somehow away from it all for the few min- utes I remained, I picked up I more congenial perspective . . . sort of my sotil -- and spirit

agsini") where not a sign of the work-day cares can follow. to steal away to the i cool of the parlor and ectuallyyhoilday thlt . lenigniy now) 0 1 moon which

upon the Quiet coimtrysido. and the day. m an.- it was, some to their .

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everyone admires the lady of his choice. in the groom's response, I remember now. he should thank everyone concerned . . . the pa. "his. the guests for their good wishes and gifts. and the bride. He then proposes the toast to the bridesmaids. The best man answers in in little speech and then reads out the tel:-grams of congratulations. E a c ii p e r s o n should keep his speech short and to the point-unless he has .1 real flair for oratory. if speeches are too long, the guests will be. come bored. I O O gM0s4t provinces are already put- ting in bids to have Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Ediii. burgh stop off and rest in their particular vzicationiaiiii b e fo r c continuing with the strenuous Royal Tour. No one has nomin- ated the colorful and quiet Indian Summer of an Island October The Hung.irian and native part- ridge shooting sciison will be open then. the woods tinged with color the days warm. the evenings crisp and still. So like. travellers say. the hunting season at B:ilmor'ii which Hcr Royal liighness HOV!" wishes to miss. 0 I The iVomen's Institutes havi- continued the Island housewives interest in Fashion Shows right into the summer sciisoii. At their

ipast provincial coiivoimoii held a:

Prince of Wales College. VV. l members from East Point to North Cape took a lesson in fashion co- ordination from Miss lilaylea Bos- well and Miss Heath:-r MaCLC.1.l who with Moore anrl MncI.eod'r assistance. zirrniizcd iin attractiv- vvardrobe practical for your mum! wearing and with pleasant price tags to suit a rural housewife”! pocket book. The nioricls werc chosen from the Adult and Girls" Club Sewing Classes which Miss Boswell has been directing. Cos- tumes modcled included a white sharkskin dress with shawl neck- line. buttoned up the front with crystal buttons ccntercri with tiny pearls. smart suits for autumn. skirts and fine wool sweaters for college in September Several of the ensembles were made hv members of the Institute staff to show the audience that fashion is a hit of cloth. a pair of scissors. thread. a good pattern and a bit of imagination. A summer eve- ning dress made by Miss Heather MacLean of white pique and with a white eyelet strapless top liven- ed interest in sewing. as did Miss Robin's cherry coloured flannel coat with its black velvet collar and cuffs. . . . Next year we hope the audience will not he limited to institute members alone. as no woman can resist a fashion show.-E.M.l'). (copyright Serial No. 91258. Ottawa, 1951.)

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I write often about the tonsils because the removal of tonsils that are infected not only may prevent attacks of rheumatic fever, childhood's greatest enemy, but may prevent heart disease or death itself. On the other hand.

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That Body Of Your:

By James W. Barton, M.D.

TONSILS - llEl.PF,UL AND HARMFUL

unless tonsils are infected or are interfering with breathing. they should not be removed. The

Creator placed them in the throat to prevent harmful organisms from

entering the blood stream; the tonsils are great filters. Leave healthy tonsils in the

throat until about the age of pub- erty when all childhood ailments are passed. It is particularly necessary to leave healthy tonsils when the individual suffers with the common cold as healthy ton- sils prevent the common cold in most cases.

In Todayis Health. Dr. Edgar P. Copeland states that tonsils are removed too often; removal of tonsils sacrifices a. "strategic line of defense." Lung infections and bronchitis are more common in children who have had their ton- sils and adenoids removed.

However, the tonsils should be removed in the following cases or conditions: (1) interference with breathing. swallowing or hearing; ('2) chronically infected tonsils with frequent. occurrences of tonslllitis and sinusitis; (3) tuberculosis of the tonsils; (4) kidney or heart. disease or enlarged gland abscesses in the neck when these abscesses are being caused by tonsillitis.

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- Teen-Ager's Salary

Young Wage-Earner Resonis -Giving Part To Family

DEAR MISS DIX: I am 17 years old. and am going to school learning to be a dressmaker. I have a night job, making S10 a week. My mother wants me to give her half of that money. 1 go to school every day and work every night until twelve. and think I should be allowed to keep my own money and do as I please with it. My father is dead, but my mother gets money every month for the house and my brother also sends her money. Do I have to give her what I earn?

ESTELLE

ANSWER: This question of teen-agers' sal- aries is a touchy point in many households. Not . . so long ago it was taken for granted that what- ever a child earned while under the family roof automatically went to the head of the household. but in these days of adolescent inde- pendence such a course would be well-nigh unthinkable (to the young worker. at least).

YOU SHOULD CONTRIBUTE

It is my considered opinion that as soon as a child begins to work he becomes a responsible member of the family and as such is accountable for part of the family support. This course should be taken. even though the family does not need the small sum con- tributed. The sense of responsibility placed upon the young person is the important thing--not the money. It provides the first big lesson in handling money. and the teen-ager who turns ever part of his wage should be made to feel that he is now one of the family rglroigp running the household-he has taken a big step into adult- DO .

In the case of a fatherloss home where even part of a 510 salary would be a big help. there is no question of your obligation, Estelle. The sum of money you mention your mother receiving is not so great, especially in these days of high prices. and she can't find the going too easy! Perhaps you could get together and compromise on a lesser sum than half your salary as your mother's share. If you are in the habit of spending money carelessly (which doesn't seem the case from your letter). your mother would certainly be justified in asking more. but if you are saving or spending thriftlly I'm sure your moth- er would do nothing to discourage you.

DEAR MISS DIX: I am the divorced father of two girls, aged 4 and 9. I have been going with a wonderful girl nine years younger than I (I am 30) and we love each other very much. I know her folks and they like me too. I owe my father a considerable sum of money due to business and marital difficulties before my divorce, and have been working twelve hours a day. seven days a week for two and a half years to pay it back. Until this debt is discharged 1 don't have much security to offer a wife.

I have told this girl all my difficulties. and also pointed out that there are many younger men with better prospects who would be interested in hcr. However she still insists she wants to marry

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J ( Q How Can I l ! ! By Anne Ashley

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; Better English

By D. C. Williams

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1. What is wrong with this sen- Q. How can I clean white win- tence? "I'll keep you posted on 010W Shades? how this prgvenmtive works" A. Unroll the shade and spread 2. what is the can-egg on a sheet on the floor. Scrub with iiunciation of "exquisite"? It soft cloth dipped in magnesia 3, which one or these words 15 and water. Treat both sides in misspelled? Eligable, vegetable. the same way. Allow to remain on hospitable. comprehensible. the Sheet Until dry- 4. what does the word "laud-I Q. How can I remove dandruff able” mean? from the scalp? 5. What is F. word beginning 0. One effective method is to with ma that means "ill wili”'.',m1X Some lll'd,Wll7h the yolk 0! an egg. and rub this well into the scalp. Allow to stay on over .night.. then wash thoroughly in 1. say. "I'll keep you informed the morning. on how this preventive works." 2.l Q. How can I remove plaster Accent. first syllable, not the sec- l and lime stains in a new house? A. Use one pint of vinegar to

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orig. 3. Eligible. 4. Praiseworthy; l commendable. "We must recognize one gallon of hot water. Scrub their laudable motives." 5. Ma- well and rinse with clear water; lice. Wipe dry- ?) . vi F Household Scrapbook? . ( (Z; 3, ,.,,,,m M E The Stars Say - - 5 3, Gemvgu. Kgmm. E Fraslienlng Clothes -mt?)

Clothes that have been dried in For Tomorrow the ” -t or the attic can be freshened by sprinkling them af- ter they are dry and setting them outside in the clothes basket for a. couple of hours. They will smell just like clothes that have been dried outside.

while conditions are favorable for a pleasant, creative and great- ly desired culmination of busi- ness as well as social, domestic and romantic matters. yet this happy and fortuitous state of sf- fairs may be shattered by rash. irascible and even violent con- tact. radical in its profound re- sults.

Knobs on Lids Milclowed unim- Mildew can be removed from For The Birthday leather furniture by rubbing with petroleum ointment. Those whose birthday it is may forfeit. many favors. promising many happy denouements. by let-

either to discard my wedding ring or wear it on my right hand. What is correct?

A. You don't; have to do either of these! You may continue to wear your wedding ring for as long as you wish.

Q. Is it considered proper ip address an envelope to Mr. and Mrs. John Smith and Family?

A. Where there are children in the family. it is best: to address the envelope to Mr. and Mrs. and then on the card or in the letter. write "Love to the children. too."

Q. when are plates removed from the dinner table for ensu- ing courses? ,

A. The plates for each course are not removed until the slow-

lnfectcd tonsils, treacherous and can start many complications. Therefore, removal of tonsils (tonsillectomy) should not be performed in the presence of infections of nose. throat and bronchial tubes. It is advisable to avoid tonsillectomy during the polio season although most nose and throat specialists will remove infected tonsils if they feel that an attack of rheumatic fever or heart disease may occur. even if during the polio

Throat surgeons try to avoid re- moval of tensile during measles and influence epidemics.

Where the tonsils must be re- moved and parents and surgeon can select the most suitable line. the operation is best performed af- ter the us of four years.

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To repeat, I write often shout

est eater has finished and laid down his fork.

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tonsils in the throat - rheuma- tic fever, rheumatism and arth- fll-l-!. heart disease. eye. ear. sinus and kidney diseases. And I write often about the mistake of re- moving heslthy tonsils, even if llfse. as the removal of healthy tonsils removes Nature's effective guard of the nose. throat and hints. and the deotroye. of harm-

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gg . ' ting the emotions, conduct. and Modern Etiquette .impulses fly out of hand. perhaps ,by is reckless surge of temper and

3! Robert: Lee temperament. This may affect.

. business. financial and domestic mmhrild bo thi d hit

0. I was recentl widowed and A C m m d ”" ' 9 3, menu mid me l un supposed having excellent ability. may

negate and spoil its chances by a reckless flying into rash and ungoverned flares of bemper and emotions. without thought.

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Quick on The opium

smith: "Bay old men, can you let me have five . . .?" Jones: "No . . -"

Smith: ". . . minutes of 7011? time?"

Jones: ". . . trouble at all old scout."

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SHOP REFRES

Alloiiiitry Garden i In. Gordon Macmillan

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not then there comes that mo- ment rare

When, for no cause that 1 can find.

The little voices of the air

Sound above all the sea and wind.

0: double basses, content to play A droning chord throats-

The little throats that sing and rise

Up into the light with lovely ease, And a kind of magical sweet sur-

for the little

prise To hear and know themselves for these- i

For Itihese little voices;' the bee. the Y The ie'a: that taps, the pod that

rea , The breeze on the grass-tops bend- ins by. The shrill quick sound that the insect makes. Katherine Mansfield I 3 O

The garden is 'fragrant these days with roses. honeysuckle. inook' orange and pinks and the even- lugs are lovely. Growth has been rapid and mowing lawns is a busy task; but who would wish for a brown dried up lawn? ; Delphinium is blooming now in all the blue and purple shades and also the pure white, the white with different colored centres or beer. and they are one of the hurdlest

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E Cook's Corner

Currant and Red Raspberry Jam 4 1-2 cups :2 1-4 lbs.) prepared uit -

7 cups (3 lbs.) sugar

l-2 bottle Certo.

To prepare fruit: Crush thor- oughly about i 1-2 pounds, (1 quart) fully ripe red currants and about 1 quart fully ripe raspber- ries. Combine fruits. (If desired sieve half of pulp to remove some of seeds). Measure 4 1-2 cups pulp into large saucepan.

To make jam: Add sugar to fruit in saucepan and mix well Place over high heat, bring to I: full rolling boil. and boil hard 1 minute. stirring constantly. Re- move from heat and at once stir in Certo. Then stir and skim by turns for 5 minutes to cool slight- ly. to prevent floating fruit. Ladle quickly into glasses. Paraffin M once. Makes about 11 six-ounce glasses.

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I queer tightening heart. .g"l-low ill he looks." she thought. how broken and how old!”

She could not. remember that she had ever seen him really hap-

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