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PAGE TWO THE GUARDIAN

JANUARY 5. 1954

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A Garden Hymn

Stiffer Fabrics Forecast For - 1954 Spring And Summer

ly Peggy Msnln

PAIMB (Reuters) -The fabric forecast for spring and summer 1964 indicates women will be wear- ing the crisper finish fabrics now being shown in Paris teartils col- lections.

General teenda in every type of fabric indicate a swing away from the soft supple weaves popular during the last two years.

Hard. smooth and dry flnlslies set the pace in woollen materials, with silks represented in the stiff- ribbed family which includes faille. tmornan and bengaline.

Crepes and shears also tend to stiffer, crisper effects, In place of the limp silks. jerseys and chlffons which have so recently been the favored theme.

Tweed Popular

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By James W. Barton. KI).

EFFECTS OF EARLY AND LATE. RISING AFTER OPERATION l When our hospitals become over-:

crowded and patients l

stion are allowed up within a dayl

or two and discharged from hospi-? tal wlthn a week instead of two or! three weeks. many of us may have thought that this early rising and, short stay in hospital was to sec- ure more hospital beds for waiting patients This we; not the reason although it. did secure more beds for patients. The real reason was that it was better for the patient

.iot to rest in bed too long after op-

Iration.

As I. matter of foot. early rising and getting on the feet in the hos- pital one day after operation was proposed by I Dr. Rees over fifty years ago. in Postgraduate Medi-

cine. Dr. L T. Palumbo states that-

pralonged rest. causes many un- desirable physiological changes in- ciuding boom and smooth muscle weakness and loss of tone, lom of calcium tllmei and nitrogen from the body. reduced vital ca.pIel'y iheart and lungsi. decreased heart oullput. slowing of the circulation and delay in wound healing. Con- sequently many complications may occur during this prolonged bed rest after operation

some of the beneficial effects of early rising and getting about on the feet soon after operation may be seen in the following. In I group of patients (1.203) kept in bed for aix days after operation and 1,700 allowed up on second or third day. there were only 2.3 per cent with cornplications in the group allowed up esirly whereas in those who re- mained in bed six days or more after operation. there were 6.7 per cent with complications. The most frequent comiplicatioris were those of the lungs, stomach and intestine.

Another "distressing complication was difficulty in passing urine; only 1.3 per cent in the early ria- ing group Is compared with 2.6 -par cent in the late group. other cases with more or less serious oornplications showed that the cases rising early after operation did better than those who rose late.

Finally. the period If hospitalis- ation was reduced; the average Itay in hospital was 14.4 days for Lh(' early rising tnmbulstion or walkingi and 19.2 days for the lame group. From the above figures. Dr. Palumbo states that "from Ill II- peots, eairly Imbulation provides I more rapid rehabilitation of the patient and causes an economic saving to both patient and hospi- tal"

Of course, this means that, other things being equal. these are the true facts but there are axoqitions where the stay in bed is prolonged for general health or for surgical reasons,

after oper-. .-

cluslc country suits and coats for autumn and winter wear. The British variety still is in great de- the French have made their own adaptations of the weaves Ind coloririga to every type oi fabric for every

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one of the smartest. fabrics is .R.ohert Perriers new heavy ootion tweed. It has 8 close basket weave in shades of black. white and deep

gold under I necked surface.

Bianehlni concentrates on I new "silk tweed" for suits and reding- otes. A subtle sheen in the texture is achieved by means of a weave using threads of irregular thick-

ness. Prints In Vogue

A controversial point is prints. were practically absent from the high fashion scene. and leading design- ers and style experts were begging

Until last spring. prints

the public to leave them alone.

Then Dior and Givenrhy launch- and ;naturalistic prints which have sold

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all over the world.

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Is- speclal em- phasis on the affairs of those on- gaged in creative arts and those in public life. especially entertainers. lecturers and those in the musical

evening hours do what you can to promote haippiiiem and congeniality in your home. He- lax after the pressures of the day and maintain an optimistic attitude where your most cherished desires

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stimulating upward trend in both business and financial matters be- early February. Be- may be faced with a temptation toward ex- travagance which it would be well to avoid. Concentrate on the pm- gresa of your career and consoli- date your financial gains so that you will be able to take advantage which should come your way early in the

should make some excellent contacts winch will help you either socially or profes- sionally. Ind there is also the pos-

great part in your life during this period. You may experience some emotional stress late in August, but do not fret or worry. With your indomitable will to win you can

A child born on this day will be understanding. diplomatic and ex-

The Indian elephant in Its wild state is estimated to have a life span of 150 years.

Team one of these beauties with I pretty skirt-presto! A dramatic holiday costume for dating, danc- ing is yours! The ntted princess bodice makes your waist look inch- as smaller! scooped-low neck is the Button-front blouse has newest sweater look. Make it in jersey with embroidery

Pattern 4875: Misses sizes lo, 12, I4. 18. 18. 20. Si7e is upper version, it yard 39-inch: olhef, its yards

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to ANNE ADAMS. ale The Guardian. 00 Front Street

Give me I lovely garden, and the rest oi the world you can 'ta.ke, give me iihe songs of the

earth, each morning when I I- wake. Give me the earth's bright rainbow oi petals slight at my feet, give me I lovely garden. in exchang. for I busy street.

Give me the laughter of nI- ture, which breaks into colored smiles, give me one foot of flower- filled earth in exchange for shop- lit miles. Give me the gold- splashed sunshine and shady nooks. green-dim. and give me the soft rain falling like cool notes of I peace-filled hymn.

This lovely poem was sent to me at Christmas with an envelope of seeds from the garden of I dear friend, I wish to than! all those who sent greetings at this happy season and hope to see them in the garden "next year."

Now that the days are begin- ning to lengthen and we are look- ing forward again to our gardens. we lmow that the weeks will soon slip bv and the plans we make now can be carried out in our gardens.

A covering of spruce boughs should be placed rvver exposed plantings if snow'does not cover the garden. as freezing and tha-.v- ing is lniurious if it happens very often. A beautiful Amaryllis has been added to the collection of house plants. and they are bril- liant when in flower. Blossom: on any of the broad hyibrlcls run from seven to nineinchos in width There are clear colors such as sparkling white, frosty salmon, del- licate rose, vivid orange. brilliant lred. and rich. dark reds. plus a selection of stripes and multi-col-

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These bulbs are expensive rin- tll you realize that they will live for many years if given proper cnre. There are records of mm- ryllls tint are fifty years old and (van older.

When planting in grind soil nith "and and compost thev do not decp planting. The bulb ..should be set so that at least half lot it shown above the soil line.

After forcing the plant it can be set out in the garden and treated in several ways. You can plant them unpottcd. in the garden. setting the bulbs slightly below the Sllfffiffi of the soil, Or slnl: thp pots in the soil and water care- fully.

experience great . . . emotional drive or some nervous tension this day. Roth can be turn- ed to COnSll1lCtlVP use if prctperly directed. Participation in commun- ity Iffalrs or social welfare might

In our study of the Royal Homes and gardens it is interesting to know that the Queen Mother and all the Royal Family in England spent Christmas It S.-indringham House, We are continuing our study of sandrlnghacrn gardens this week and the beautiful Nor- wich Gates are illustrated in the book.

These gates stand at the north entrance to Sandringiharn. These were presented to King Edward the seventh by the people of Norfolk and they were exhibited at the International Exhibition as an ex- I ample of fine iron work. To the north of this gate there is I con- tinuous border of fine trees with an under-planting of many sun- lnving shrubs and grnundcovers. Off to the north end of the House a new scheme was begun in 1947. This area is roughly roa- tangular in shape with I double row of lime trees down each side and across the far nnd. Within is a formal garden consisting of I series of small units bordered by box hedges and planted with an alteration of high and low plant: to give I masive. loose appear- ance. '

To the west of the House me ” parterre flower beds have been re- moved and the Whole scheme simplified. It is I pleasant as- pact with the vast lawn. clumps of oaks and beeches and coni- fers, the long pine-bordered walk to the Church and the old Deer Park, and towards the southern end of the vista. over the rocl: garden to the upper lake and dell. In the spring there are drifts of daffodils stretching as far as the eye can see and planted lihe way daffodils should be. running up to holes of trees and carrying on into the distance. There are beauti- ful illustratlons of the thousands

I n d thousands of daffodils un- der the trees. Aconltes and snowdrnrps border t h a Church

Walk and take Iheflier under the shrubberles. Later come pumln foxglovea. iythrum and all other lnvr-ly native wild flowers of Nor- folk. The rockgarderi above lie up- per lske Ind the bosthouse Ind grotto constructed of huge blocks of local stone is impressive in its scale. This is I suoccesful feature. largely becaue the scale is correct and it has been incorporated into the bank in such I way that If has become an integral part of the scheme with its coverings of shrubs and rock plants. The hike is well planted along its margins and fine water-lilies of different hues break the surface. Approaching the lske from the other side. one enters the dell, I delightful spot with I trickling stream, shaded pools and I lux- uriant tangle of different tones of green.

Fine birdies and great clumps of bamboo make I feathery back- ground Ind I nesting place for thi birds that dip and flutter in the shallow pools. Traveller's for. wild grapes with their heady fra- grance Ind wild macs form I de- lightful bird sanctuary in the trees above. Osrnunds ferns. Isnlens mngnolias and bi-rberries have Crrown to fulfill the dreams of even me most ambitious gardener. and drifts of candelabra primulss. mirnulus in ilisdes of red and gold, scarlet lobellss. miress and iris have nstan-Iliaed so hlppllv that the water no longarimrets

the shore. Th. reflections iii the lake are so important to the beauty of the scene that one realises the importance of not overplantlnr pools and ponds so thst there is room for trees and sky. The little Isdsnd with its rock-bound mo" boasts I luxuriant growth of ferns.

Itis Up To The

Women ' Now

...ToGetEqua1PayInB. C.

VICTORIA (OP)- Although I new law Isys they must, it's up to British Columbia's working women to see that they get the same pay for doing the same work Is I man.

Under the B.C. aocisl Credit government's new Equal Psy Act, which becomes effective todsy. employers must not discriminate against women by paying them less than the amount paid men for doing the same work in the same estzsblidunant.

But it's up to the women to complain if die thinks her pay is less. Complaint is the basis for the new set. ,

If the female employee feels she is underpaid, she complains to the

to drank the type of complaint. plant records. Ind then It am- ployars to Idjust the pay scale. The board of industrial relations and finally the minister of labor are the final Iuthorities if In Id- justment la disputed.

Described as Ilmolt identical to I simllisr act now in effect in On- tario, th. law was psmed at me last amen of the provincial legis- lature. I ,

The labor department said it bu so wsy of telling how many of the more than 8.4a! 8.0. firms who employ about 63.01!) female work- irs will be Iffected by the legisla-

ion.

Labor department spokesmen said they hope the new fan: will go

department of labor. who sends one of 25 inspectors to the plsrit

into effect without too much can- troversy, as me Ontario act did.

Commission Acts As "Medical Watchdog” For Hospital Patients

By Robert Goldenstefn

CHICAGO (AP)-Do not cross your fingers and hope you won't be snared for unnecesary and ex- pensive carving when you go to 3 hospital for I check-up on your aches and pains? C

There's I powerful medical W-3Whd0Z that stands guard against this happening to you,

The minute your name is enter- ed on I. hospitals receiving list your case is of direct concern to the joint commission on accredita- tion of hospitals.

The commission's goal is in en- sure the best possible medical care to today's hospital patients and to improve this care as rapidly as knowledge and experience will per- mit.

It is 'backed by five of North Americas most powerful medical mum Who spend 8500.000 of their own funds each year to carry the program forwardi

80 Per Cent Approved

More than 00 per cent of. the

Nylon Fabric

For Sofas And Carpets

By Olga Curtis International News Service

NEW YORK - Want I pink velvet sofa that won't show dirt? Or I pastel carpet that sponges clean of spots?

You can have both with nylon

The same synthetic that goes in- to your hose is now being made nip into luxury decorating fabrics and carpeting-and it hasnt lost any of its easy-wash, easy-clean qualities.

Only trouble is tihst the price is in the luxury class.

You can get nylon velvet, nylon damask or nylon in I silky weave --for upholstery, drspes I.nd pil- lows as well as nylon chenille car- peting-ln dye-to-order tints.

Those Ire high prices, but they pay off in wearabililiy and easy cleaning. especially for the wo- man who yearns for light colors in the home but is afraid of I con- stant cleaning bfll.

To prove this point. I. New York furniture store has opened I "ny- lon room" setting done entirely in ice-cream colors. The setting fes- t-ures s pale pink nylon carpet. a dusty pink nylon velvet love seat accented by off-white nylon pil- lows. and I pale grey nylon da- mask armcihnlr.

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I willow and sorts which form I delightful retreat for the water- fowl which rule the lake, Near iihe Cmurch Walk is I collection of notable trees plant d Is memor- ials to people and events. The list is endless. Not only re these trees fascinating for telr Is- sociations but as I record of

4,000 hospitals in the United States and Canada which sought accredit- ation have passed the rigid re- quirements and been put on the approved list.

The program is entirely volun- tary. however, and some 2.200 other hospitals in the two coun- tnies never have applied for Ip- proval.

Suppose you have stomach pains hinting of Iptpendicltis and I doc- tor sends you to an accredited hos- pital for I check-up. How would the program work in your case?

There would be many safeguards in I hospital meeting all condit- ions recommended by the joint commission.

Keep Records

Attendants would be required to jot down on your record sheet any previous medical attention you had. And you would receive I oomplete physical examination before any operation.

If the physician or surgeon were uncertain of his diagnosis he would have to consult with another phy- sician or surgeon.

In the operating room. emerg- ency lighting would be Ivallable in the event of l. power failure. Dressings and instruments would be sterile. A qualified Iniesthetist would Idmdnister the snesthetic. Skilled nurses would he on hand to follow up your case.

If the surgeon removed your appendix, the tissue would be sent to the hospital pathologist for ex- amination to determine whether it Wu healthy or diseased. The path- ologist would reoord his findings.

The surgeon would make I writ- ten reoord of his diagnosis, his technique of performing the oper- ation and what tissue he removed and why.

Now suppose the ope:-Ition wasn't MOONEY)"-i-hit V011! stomach Iche was bmugiht on by too much en- thusiasm It the dimer table.

'I'he hospitals own timue com- mittee would find this out within 30 days.

In In effort to detail-mine wheth- er In operation is Justified or un- justified. this group is required to report It least once I month on agreement or disagreement be- tween the doctors oiilginal disg- nosia Ind the report of the path- ologist on the condition of the tissue removed.

The commission allows for I reasonable percentage of error in pre-operative dlsginosis. but it wants conviiiclng explanations when too high I percentage of healthy tissue is consistently removed or the original dlsgnoeis was wrong and there was no pre- vious consultation among the surg-

eons.

The Joint commission's board of commissioners includes:

Three representatives of the A- merican College of Surgeons, three representatives of the American College of Physicians. Icven from the American Hospital Associa- tion, six from the American Medl- cai Association and one from the Canadian Medical Association.

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Two Week: Before W Mysieriously To Break Wiih Fiancee

DEAR M188 DIX: Two weeks before we were to be married. my

fiance disappeared. sfter I Iix-month snscsems sad I think that's why he jilted haverrt seen or heard from him in over I month. Should I fbf'I6f.wh1Il(l)?

disapproved of our marriage.

ANSWER: It would be I bit impossible to marry, but the next best thing is to shelve

you loved and inluided to him Is isr back in your so hurt that relegating him bsblry would be quite usaleas action. it wouldn't

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ELI.Ell'S DIARY

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The sheep came home lsst evan-

ing. the little white flock of the place which up to then had ranged the quiet fields of "the other farm." We saw them there in the stubble by the orchard when on what may have been I last stroll of the season along those scenes. we came with the children to rest awhile in I Iun'ny corner then. And then we followed the path hard-beaten by their neat hoof: which led to the spring. There too that fall morning. we in turn drank. lingering then to watch the crystsl liquid bubble and flow over smooth pebbles to Join the mill- strcam below. Sensing. the i snowfall which last night turned the neutral-clad farmlands into I iairyland of white, the flock came home. "I guess, Ellen." James remarked It sight of them. "the winter is here at last!" But only lightly did the snowfall carpet the fields, out of regard. we fancied, for the feet of the little New Year who now walks them.