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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1976-01-08, Page 7NWeiledwee..nertveyenee.M.A.P.O.VM1VIMaa Houseplants go to pot with too much watering; dryness bad as well = PAINTER TURNS SCULPTOR — Mrs. Pat Cook, Hensall, who has painted in oils for many years, has decid ed to try another art-form, sculpturing in clay, She and her son Peter examine a head for which he was used as a model. Other of her works are also displayed. T-A photo Finds clay versatile Pat Cook moves into sculpturing January 8, 1975 Page 7 Red spiders are enemy of plants One of the most difficult houseplant pests to control is the two-spotted spider mite, com- monly caned the red spider, says Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food horticulturist, J. K. Hughes. The first signs of the red spiders' presence usually are weblike strands on the leaves and flowers of a houseplant. Closer examination will likely reveal tiny red insects barely visible without a magnifying lens * on the undersides of the leaves. "Red spiders injure your plants by sucking the juices out of the leaves. This will eventually kill the plant," says Mr. Hughes. "These mites thrive in the warm, dry atmosphere of homes at this time of year." A thorough spraying of houseplants is the only effective way to get rid of these pests. One very good method is to cover the infected houseplant with a large bag. Then spray from the bottom with an aerosol bomb and close the bag around the top of the pot, It is advisable to do this outdoors whenever possible. A second spraying will be necessary in about 12 days to kill any newly emerged adults. Consult your garden center or nursery when buying sprays or miticides for red spiders. Follow the manufacturer's directions carefully to provide complete and effective coverage of the plant, A boy can usually find as many reasons for harboring a stray dog as a man can find for keeping up his membership in some useless organizations. Organist from Holland visits Greenway friends By MANUEL CURTS Recent visitors with Mr ,.•& Mrs. Jack Hutchinson were Mr, & Mrs. Pieter Wiersma Strathroy and their cousins, Mr. & Mrs. Nibbe Van Noord of Holland. Mr. Van Noord has been a church organist in Holland for fifteen years, and it was this correspondent 's and his sister's delight to hear him play their Hammond organ. The many variations he was able to ac- complish emphasized the won- ders of the electric organ in producing pipe organ effects. Fuaeral services for the late Eldon Steeper were held from the Box Funeral Home, December 30. A resident of Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy, Mr. Steeper was in his 90th year. Funeral services for the late Kenneth Poore were held in Windsor December 23, Mrs. Poore is the former Marian Sherritt, a resident of this area I before her marriage. , Mrs. Grace Stewardson, Craigholme, Ailsa Craig ob- served her 80th birthday on January 3. Jim Steeper, Douglas Walper, Glen Steeper Joe Eagleson and Glen Ritchie motored to Florida for the holiday season. Lillian Ulens visited during the past week with friends in Wind- sor. Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Woodburn, Jodi and Paul have moved into their newly built home, west of here. Mr. & Mrs. John Allister, Grand Bend, were Sunday visitors with Evelyn & Manuel Curts. Mr. & Mrs. Ken Larmer spent last week visiting with friends and relatives in and around Blacks tock, Ivan Hodgins and his mother, Mrs. Hugh Hodgins, London have been holidaying in Florida, By the way: Henry Ford, when asked on his 50th wedding an- niversary to give his formula for a successful married life, replied that it was the same formula he had used to make his automobile so successful: "Stick to one model." Shop At Wilson's Jewellery 413 Main St. - Exeter PLEASING YOU — PLEASES US Right now is the best time to buy men's and women's fashions. Our selection is good and our values are outstanding. Ladies' Wear Department Sweaters, Dresses, Coats, Jackets, Pant Suits, Duster Sets, Night Gowns, Scarves, Gloves, Stoles, Handbags. SPECIAL SAVINGS ON SLACKS Reg, to $20.00 SALE $9 . 9 8 Half Price Ladies' Terry Cloth SLIPPERS Reg. $3,98 SALE $1.98 Men's Wear Department 0 Winter Coats, Jackets, 250/0 Sportcoats, Leisure Suits, Hats. SPECIAL SALE — 1/3 Off a selected group of Sport & Dress Shirts McGregor Terry Sox Reg. $1.50 98c pair Currie & Forsyth Ties Reg. $5,00 '2.49 — 3 for $7.00 Tie Bars & Cuff Links 1/2 Price 1/3 off Leather Jackets Reg. $69.00 to $189.00 SALE $46.00 to $126,00 MEN'S ALL WOOL. Reg. $105. to $149. SUITS SALE $59 to$89 Cotton Gowns, Pyjamas Slips, Scarves, Fancy Blouses Misses' Boys' Waterproof Assorted Styles SALE $6.99 Boots Assorted Styles SALE $5.99 20% Off MAIN ST, OF SNOW BOOTS Starts January 8. Don't Miss It SHOP NOW WHILE OUR SELECTION 1S AT ITS BEST ralM11111~111111MOMMINOMINIP.MMINIMMP"...01•1...-. Women's Fashion Bootsi Reg. to $28.95 SALE $19.99 Reg to $35.00 SALE $23.99 Women's Boots (Could be used as Curling Boots) Sizes 5, 6, 7. 12 pair only Reg. $18.95 SALE $5.99 Men's Leather Tie Styles Mostly Small Sizes SALE $6.99 Women's Waterproof Medium to Knee High Reg. to $16.98 SALE $9.99 Women's Dubleens All One Price $ 1 9.99 18% Off Remaining Boys' & Mens Arno-Boots Not All Sites In All Groups. All Sales Final, Smyth s PHONE 235.1933 SHOE STORE LTD, EXETER MIN CHARGEX Mr. & Mrs. Torn Rosser, Audrey Finkbeiner, Mr. & Mrs. Michael Rosser, Mr. & Mrs. Ken Murphy and Stacey, Mrs. Nancy Murdock and friend and Scott and Leslie, all of London, Mrs. Ernest Keyes of Exeter, Mr. & Mrs. Bill Finkbeiner, Jason and Lori, and Diane Hodge, all with Mr. & Mrs. Harold Finkbeiner, Constable R.C.M.P. and Mrs. John Reid of Oshawa, and Mr. & Mrs. Roy Young of Toronto, with Mr. & Mrs. Murray Reid. Mr. & Mrs. Les Adams of Exeter, and Mrs, Harry Chap- man of London, with Mr. & Mrs. Don Adams and sons. Boxing Day and weekend visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Lorne Dietrich were, Mrs. Theresa t Brannon and family, Mr. & Mrs. John Dietrich and family, Mr. & Mrs. Jim Dietrich and Mary Lynn, Mr. & Mrs. Earl Dietrich and Jonathon, Mitchell, Mr. & Mrs. Rene Boogemans & family, Hensall; Mr. & Mrs. Bill Holman and family, Seaforth; Mr. & Mrs, Bill Wasnidge, Ailsa Craig; Earl Breen, London, and Don Russell, Mr. & Mrs. Ted Dietrich, St. Clair Beach, Windsor, Dorothy Breen, Toronto, and Mrs. Thomas Breen, Parkhill. Mr. & Mrs. Roy Morenz, Glenda and Tammy of Grand Bend, with Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Morenz. Mr. & Mrs. Lorne Dietrich, Mrs. Theresa Brannon, Mike, Paul and Pauline spent Monday evening with Mr. & Mrs. Bill Wasnidge at Ailsa Craig, where they celebrated Pauline and Linda's birthdays. Mr. & Mrs, Sid Durie and Glenn were Saturday dinner guests in London with their son and wife Dennis Durie, Mr. & Mrs. Ferman Snyder and James were New Year's day visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Ken McGregor, of Parkhill Mr. & Mrs, Bill Janzen, Craig, Stephen and Jamie of Kingsville were New Years day visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Dick Zielman, Esther and Edwin Snyder, accompanied by friends motored to Chicago, where Esther resumed her missionary studies. Edwin returned home last Thursday. Mr. & Mrs, Hugh Morenz were Sunday dinner guests with Mr. & MrS. Ross Corbett, Steve and Jeff nearof 1-tensall, New Years Day visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Russell and family were Mr. & Mrs. Doug Russell, Alex and Connie, Mr. & MI's. Tout Russell, and Mr, & Mrs. Michael Scheibel and Chris of Belle River, Friends visit Shipka from near and far away Since houseplants depend on the nutrients provided in water, proper watering is very im- portant, Indoor gardeners can unknowlingly create problems for their plants if watering isn't done correctly, says Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food horticulturist, R.F. Gomme. "Lack of water can cause plants to stop growing, or shed their leaves, or may produce plants with unattractive foliage," he says. " But theopposite extreme, watering too much, can be even more damaging. Too much water deprives the plant of oxygen and can cause the roots to rot, eventually killing the plant." The horticulturist says that, the condition of the soil surface is fb usally a good indication of when to water; but several other factors should be considered. The temperature, humidity and light in a room will affect the amount of water used by the plant, as will the type and age of the plant it- self. Plants growing in shade or filtered light conditions need less water than those in the sun, Houseplants that are growing rapidly or are in bloom also require more water. Sandy soil mixtures tend to dry out faster than clay or peat potting soils, Mr, Gomme says that the type of container will also make a difference. An unglazed clay pot loses moisture more quickly than plastic or glazed clay since it allows more evaporation from its unglazed surface. Plants should be checked for moisture regularly. "When the soil is dry, water the plant suf- ficiently to wet the soil to the bottom of the pot; then do not water again until the plant or the soil shows signs of needing it," he says. "Watering should be done early in the day so that the plant is not saturated overnight." Plants are generally watered by filling the space at the top of the pot. In the case of some houseplants, such as African violets and gloxinias, care should be taken not to wet the foliage, Another way of watering is by placing the pot in a shallow pan of water until the top surface of the soil is moist. If this method is used, however, plants should be watered from the top down every two weeks to prevent the buildup of crystalline deposits on the top of the soil. A little humor at council meeting A little humor is always ap- preciated, especially during a lengthy inaugural council meeting. Exeter town clerk, Eric Carscadden and Mayor Bruce Shaw were both in good form Monday night when it came time for the committees of council to present year-end summaries. There were no members of the Cemetery Board present and the Mayor asked Clerk Carscadden for a report on the board's progress, "I think we pretty well got them all buried, the ones who died", he replied. Reporting on the committee of adjustment, Deputy Reeve, Tom MacMillan made the statement that it was primarily a study committee and did not require a budget. "That would seem a justification right there for your existence", responded Shaw, who was obviously thinking of budget restraints for 1976. 60e1 CIJ The Exeter Times Advocate is happy to wish Happy Birthday to: Mrs. Valeria Armstrong, 80, January 5. If you have a friend or relative who is, celebrating an over 80 birthday and would like to appear in this column, we would be pleased to hear from you, 0/,;) 91050 The doctor told you to slow down ... not to stop! Mrs. Patricia Cook, Hensall artist, is moving into a new art- form for her . sculpturing. Pat, who has painted in oils for many years and produced dozens of beautiful floral and scenery paintings has always had a very special talent for capturing people, especially children, on her canvases. Mother of four, three daughters and one son, she's had handy models over the years, and the walls of her home are hung with portraits of the children from infancy through to young adulthood. She is happy, therefore, to discover another medium, clay, to carry out her strong interest in the human figure and head, By MRS. HUGH MORENZ SHIPKA Mr. & Mrs. Edward Cliff and Mary, Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Longman and Robert, all of Mississauga, Mr. & Mrs. Wilber McLinchey of Greenway, Mr. & Mrs. Bill Ratz, London; Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Ratz and Jeffrey of Sarnia, Rick Frayne of Exeter, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Postle and Matthew of Fergus, with Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Ratz. time is of the essence. "I'm always sandwiching in time for sculpturing between other duties. Or stirring the soup with one hand while sculpting with the other." However, with the maturing of her family (two older daughters are now away from home) this will change. A kiln has already been ordered and is on the way to fire her work.A workshop, too, is Mr. & Mrs. Art Whilsmith and Braden were in Ridgetown over the weekend visiting their daughter and son-in-law, Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. MeKinlay. Sunday visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Garnet Hicks were Mrs. Jennie Lawson, Huronview, Mr. & Mrs. Doug. Fulton and family, Stratford, and Mr. Don McCann and family, Watford. being planned and designed by her husband, Doug, "Hopefully, the days of sculpturing on the bread board at the kitchen counter while wat- ching dinner cook will soon be a thing of the past," anticipates Mrs. Cook, happily. Worry is the advance interest you pay on troubles that seldom come. HEARING TESTS No Obligation EXETER PHARMACY Thurs., Jan. 15 — 1 to 3 p.m. Batteries, accessories, repair's to most makes ,Ve&me$ E. A. THEDE Hearing Aid Service Ltd. HEARING AIDS 88 Queen St, S. Kitchener Two winters ago, she began classes in clay with William Hart, teacher of a night school class at South Huron District High School, She says, "I owe a great deal to Mr. Hart's en- couragement." It was he who suggested she go further abroad for instruction. So a year ago she joined sculpturing classes in Guelph under the tutelege of Frances Gage, a noted professional who is a sister of Mrs. Barbara Southcott of Grand Bend. I like the versatility , and flexibility of the clay," she says. "It is easier than carving out of wood and is less time con- suming." With the raising of a family