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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1983-01-26, Page 6Page 6` Times -Advocate; January 26, 1983 The subject is spelling Are you ready for another investigation of this confusing language we call English? Well, ready or not, that is the train of thought my mind is running on today. Yesterday I was typing merrily along. When I stop - sake of an "e" I retyped the whole page. "Why can't we spell words the way they sound?" I asked myself. Pneumonia, for example. Why not spell it numonia? It would be faster and simple. Or, why not spell it, Odds in ends By Elaine Townshend ped to review the page, I found "relaps" smack dab in the middle. I was not writing about laps on a race track that are run again. I was referring to a recurring illness - a "relapse." For a moment, I was temp- ted to overlook it, Relaps and relapse sound exactly the same, and surely everyone would know what I meant. Many people probably would not even notice. But, my conscience would not let me leave it, and for the newmonia? We could quickly spell it the way it sounds - newmoania. Spelling words the way they sound, or rather, pronouncing words they way they are spelled, would not work, of course. Tomorrow morning we could ask someone, "Do you want cereal for break fast?" Would they think we want them to watch a fast breaking serial on tv, while they drink their morning coffee? If we pronounced tongue the way it is spelled - ton gue - we would not make sense. If we spelled tongue the way it is pronounced - tong - we would be talking about a Chinese guild, association or secret society. We might also be referring to one of the tongs that pick ice cubes from containers. We seem to have a passion for adding letters. For exam- ple, why spell sick. Why not sic or sik? Would we not be just as ill with only one "1"? A word I always have trou- ble spelling is manoeuvre. Thank goodness rpaneuver is accepted. '1 In fairness to the language, there is a reason for everything, although it may not be quickly identified. Take the word igloo, for in- stance. Iglu might make us think of some kind of glue, and iglo might make us think of something that glows. If we insist on having three different meanings for the word "to", it makes sense to have three different spellings - to, too, and two. Without the se fond "e", the bee that stings would be just another "be". And, a little thing like an "e" makes all the difference between two laps around the track and a lapse of memory. Using the correct spelling should make the English language less confusing, even though we may not understand the reasons for the spelling. A /B AND MRS. DONALD McAULEY Margaret Massih and Donald McAuley exchanged ding vows at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Clinton, December 19, 1982 with Rev. George Anderson of- ficiating. Mr. and Mrs. John McAuley were in atten- dance. Margaret is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geer-ge Massih of Sydney, Australia and Donald is the son of Mr. and Mrs.-Ger-oldMcAuley, Exeter. The cou- pe returned to Esquimalt, B.C. where -the groom is assigned to the H.M.C.S. Restigouche. wed - y4 CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY - Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grant of 27 Giles Street, London celebrated their 50thwed- ding anniversary, Friday. The Grant's resided on Sanders Street West in Exeter while he'was a Commis- sionaire at the RCAF Centralia station. Mrs. Grant was the former Ether Folger. Photo by Haugh Stress defined as 'the wear and tear' By M. Morley, Secretary, Huron County Health Unit What is Stress? Stress is defined as intense exertion - strain and effort - the wear and tear of life. All emotions, love as well as hate, for example, involve stress. Physical exertion such as swimming, golfing or just a brisk walk also involves stress. What is important is not the stress itself hut its sourre and PffPPts. There are varying degrees and different types of stress mental, emotional, physica. - all having some impact, sometimes good, sometimes harmful, upon health. Pleasurable emotions involv- ing stress and tension can be exhilarating whereas intense and persistent anger, fear, frustration or worry can threaten your health. It is this buildup of unrelieved stress without release of tension that leads to trouble. it is impor- tant to learn how to handle 'our emotional limitations. Understanding is the first step. Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. Everyone functions better in some situa- tions than in others. We should direct our activities Enjoy euchre at Clandeboye Ten tables were i11 play at the euchre party at St. James Church, Tuesday evening. Prizes went to ladies high score - Helen McDonald, men's high Jack Dickens, lone hands Gwen Lynn and Joe Carter. Low scores Kay Armstrong and Phillip Lynn. The next party will be February 1. to those areas of lite where we function effectively and comfortably. Ways to prevent stress- related ailments: Listen to your body...listen to your feelings: To deal with stress a person must first be able to recognize and admit its presence. So, listen to your body - it will often give you signals indicating stress. Listen to your feelings too - they will often tell you when you need relief. Check it out with your doc- tor: Persistent signals that might means psychological stress are sometimes due to physical problems. Balance work with play: Try to schedule time for recreation. An interesting hobby or activity can be both relaxing and enjoyable. Loaf a little: Take a breather. A leisurely walk, for example, can bring inner peace and help put things in perspective. Get enough sleep and rest: Probably the best test of whether you are getting enough sleep is how you feel. Work off tensions: When upset or angry, try to work off disturbing feelings with physical exercise. Exercise helps to relieve tension and makes it easier to face and handle problems. Get away from it all: A change of scene can give you a new perspective. There are times when you need a change from the usual routine. Avoid self-medication: if . you should need medication, consult your physician. For additional information you may wish to write to: The Canadian Mental Health Association, 2160 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario. M4S 2A9. KATIMAVIK! What is it? You don't know - then come to our OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, February 2nd from 7 to 11 p.m. 313 Carling Street, Exeter. Everyone is welcome. For more infor- mation telephone 235-0428. These Loss Prices 111 1'111•l•I tl t'll.. Illnr',.. 1'1 1, :11111 Sett. Red Rose. 120's Tea Bags 3.69 Selo, 100•. Veg. oil Margarine 594 Liquid 500 q Crunchie Mini. 7 litre'at Dills .59 Cashmere Hand. 90g. bar Soap 3 1.00 Clover Cream, 4 Titre, polls Ice Crean 8 Palmolive Whitc Swots, 60 s 3.9 Serviettes Aylmer. 1 litre keg 1.39 Ketchup -1.98 Morola. 150 q. bottle 75 4 ! Corn 011 1.99 White Swan salhroom4 roll pack \� Tissue 1.s9 Botly Crocker. chocolate fudge chip, 1 kg. Cookie Mix 1.88 Sylvania A0, 60 100 Wott, pock of 2 Light Bulbs 994 C•ost, Reg., mint or Gel Tooth- Pastel3omi.2.19 Gaines Select. 2 kg. bag Dog Food 2.99 Ladies community fellowship group learns about. colours Thursday evening, the first 1983 meeting of the Ladies Hold annual at Centralia By MRS. TOM KOOY The annual congregational meeting was held after a smorgasbord luncheon in Centralia United Church following morning service Sunday. Rev. Crowe acted as chairman. He gave report on membership. Various reports were given and approved. The nominating committee was instructed to find a replacement. The session stewards and other commit- tees are to remain the same. _The euchre party Monday night was convened by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hicks and Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Rolling'. Ladies high - Mary Kooy; lone hands - Iva Blair; low - Margaret Carter; men's high - Pat Willert; lone hands - Maurice MacDonald; low - George Cunningham; special - Aldene Skinner. The next euchre party February 7 will be convened by Mr. and Mrs. Bill Harvey and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kooy. Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Elliott have returned home following a very pleasant trip to Puer- to Vallarta, Mexico. They reported very warm weather while -there. Community Fellowship was held in the Exeter Town hall. Nel DeJonge chaired the meeting welcoming those pre- sent and opening in prayer. Janet Desjardine, a former kindergarten teacher in Ex- eter was the guest speaker. She shared very beautifully with the ladies many scrip- ture verses, poems and per- sonal thoughts on the subject of making choices. Her strong faith in Christ, shone through as she en- couraged the ladies to make wise choices for those around us are watching and following our example. She also en- couraged us to believe that our Heavenly Father was strong enough to help us bear whatever difficulties life brought us. Betty Van Wieran of Arva, accompanied by Brenda Triebner on the piano, sang two songs entitled "Teach Me Thy Way," and "Wonderful Name." The special feature of the evening was presented by Alma Westlake of Zurich, owner of "Colours London"; 363 Queens Avenue. She ex- plained and illustrated how one of their colour consultants would help you determine your colour season by first deciding on your skin tone. Next, she would demonstrate the makeup ap- plication that best suited you. Lastly, you would discuss ac- cessorising with scarves and jewelry. To many ladies pre- sent this colour concept was a fascinating new idea in fashion co-ordination - "Why look good if you can look great?" For the two months of February and March the Ladies Community DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC 665-7818 R.R. 1. Neustadt Ontario Horst Feige D.T. 2nd Office: 366 N. Christina St. 1-336-6580 (Corner of London Rd., and Christina St. Sarnia, Ont. BAG THESEBUYS We Sell For Less Cascada Dishwasher, 1.11 kg. Detergent 3.73 Skippy, Creamy or Super Chunk. 750 0. Peanut Butter 2.89 We Deliver, 235-0212 Detergent, 6 litre box Tide Liquid Bleach, 3.6 litre Javex 4 09 1.39 Fellowship will not be held on the third Thursday of the month in the town hall. In- stead, they are presenting with the .tacking of the South Huron Ministerial, an ex- cellent film series for women by author and well-known speaker, Joyce Landorf. The. first film ' entitled, "Change Points," will be shown Tuesday, February 15 at 8:00 p.m. at Exeter Public School. A different film in the series•will be shown weekly each Tuesday night. 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