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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1982-08-05, Page 8Poe* 8 • Limos -Advocate, August 5,1982 Learn of times through ads In today's magazines, we're accustomed to seeing ads on almost any type of pro- duct, but in the 1950s, adver- tisements were more limited. A glance through a 1950 Cana- dian Geographical Journal of Mines stands ready at all times to give every assistance possible through the medium of comprehensive reports, maps and literature pertain- ing totfhisJ all important element." By Elaine Townshend tells us a lot about the times, just by reading the ads. For example, The Ontario Department of Mines an- nounced "Gold Has Rival...with the advent of the atomic age, gold and other precious metals which beckon so strongly, have a rival in the form of uranium - a rival created by scientific developments in the field of atomic or nuclear energy..." "It is to the location of deposits of radioactive minerals that the attention of the prospector is now, in ever increasing degree, directed, and it will be largely due to his efforts that Ontario's posi- tion as a source of uranium ore will be determined.." "The Ontario Department ,w00330i Meanwhile, General Elec- tric was touting a better way to sell the light bulb. "Here's the new and better way to buy lamps - 4 G E lamps in one strong carton, easy to carry home, handy to store. You'll never again have to rob one socket to fill another - because you'll always have a replace- ment on hand when a lamp burns out.." "It pays to ask for G -E lamps by name - they stay brighter longer." The Westinghouse Savoy was a "modern, compact radio -phonograph combina- tion with exclusive 'Polyphonic' Reproduction and fully automatic record changer.." 11 ■ "Has convenient album storage compartment at chair level...easy-to-read Ver- tical Dial...built-in Loop Antenna! Choice of three hand -rubbed finishes: - Walnut, Limed Oak, Red Mahogany!" The price was$194:50 with single speed ',anger and $214.50 with three -speed changer. McGill University offered a Geography Summer School at Stanstead College, Stanstead Quebec. "Plan now to enroll in this already popular six weeks' vacation summer school which is of increasing significance to teachers, students, members of the armed forces, civil servants and the general public..." "The school is situated in a region of unusual geographical interest and beauty on the Quebec - Vermont border.. Comfor- table accommodation in a modern co-educational col- lege...Inclusive fee (board - residence -tuition), $200...Two scholarships for Canadian students and two for overseas students (value $250. each) awarded by the Canadian Geographical Society." On another educational note was Everyman's En- cyclopaedia (entirely new edition in 12 volumes). "World's • finest En- cyclopaedia ever issued at such a low price...Only $3.00 a volume...special price on complete set, $33.00..." "This edition is printed on paper specially made after long experiment. It is com- pletely satisfactory in finish and opacity, and permits the volumes to open well. The type is clear and easy to read. The binding is a handsome, strong blue cloth lettered in gold...over 2,500 illustra- tions...over 8,500,000 words. Next week - a look at magazine ads for brand new 1950 automobiles. TO MARRY - Mr. and Mrs. William Muller of Crediton are pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Maureen Teresa to Alfons John, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Weersink, St. Marys. The wedding will take place, August 14, 1982 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church at 3:00 p.m. Food basks* declines In the July Food Basket, the price of beef was down from the June levels at both the farm -gate and retail levels. The retail price, at $3.12 per pound, was down nine cents per pound from last month, while the farm -gate equivalent price was down 12 cents to $1.99 per pound. The farm to retail spread increased three cents to $1.13 per pound. Pork prices were down one cent at retail to $2.28 per pound. The farm -gate equivalent price was up eight cents to $1.36 per pound, resulting in a nine cent decline in the farm to retail price spread for pork. Chicken and turkey prices did not change at either the farm or retail level. Egg prices were up one cent per dozen at both farm and retail. Egg prices, at the farm -gate, are at present four cents per dozen lower than in July of last year. Retail prices are two cents lower for extra large, three cents lower for large, and four cents lower for medium than a year earlier. Dairy prices remain un - changed at the farm -gate level, while the retail value was up three cents due to slight increases in some cheese prices. Grain products were down two cents at retail. A one -cent increase at the farm -gate level was due to an increase in corn prices. Processed vegetables were up five cents at the retail level, while processed fruits were up one cent. Farm -gate prices did not change. The retail value of the OFA Food Basket for July was $45.97, down 37 cents from June and up $3.80 or 9% from July 1981. The farm -gate equivalent was $24.26, down 35 cents from June and up $1.20 or 5% from a year ago. The farm to retail spread for July was $21.72, which is down two cents from last month and up $2.60 or 13.6% from July 1981. 1 elaiin f/ hoIojrapI'i Boot. No 10 hay a your happiest day preserved fur Near, to come CALL Schwartzentruber Photography 235-0617 EARLY PEACHES AVAILABLE NOWT! Canning Peaches Ready in Mid -August Coll ahead for CROP INFORMATION 565.2122 First weekend in August with VARIETY Of FRUIT & VEGETABLES AVAILABLE MR. AND MRS. DAVE BEAVER Nancy Louise Parsons and David Charles Beaver ex- changed marriage vows at Exeter United Church on June 5, 1982 by Rev. Forsythe. Parents of the happy cou- ple are Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Parsons of Hensall, and Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Beaver of Exeter. Carol McGregor of Kippen, was the maid of honour with Brenda Vanneste, London, and Nancy Beaver, Sarnia, as bridesmaids.. The best man was Doug Beaver, with John Snell and Dale Parsons as groomsman. The reception was held at Huroriffrk Community Centre. Mr. and Mrs. Beaver no• ' ' '1� in Fvatar_ MR. AND MRS. PAUL WEBER Elizabeth Groot daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Groot, Zurich and Paul Weber son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Weber, Formosa were united in marriage at St. Boniface Church, Zurich on June 12, '1982. Father Mooney officiated. The attendants were Donna Crickton, maid of honour, friend of the bride, bridesmaids were Shari Groot, sister-in-law of the bride, Theresa Weishar, sister of the groom, Jeannie. Groot sister of the bride. The flower girl was Bridggt; Groot, niece of the bride. The best man was Joe' Frieburger, friend of the groom. The ushers were Dave Reed, friend of the groom, Dave Groot brother of the bride, Joe White, friend of the groom. After a honey- moon to the Pocono Mountains the couple are residing nt RR 2 Teeswater, Ontario. Photo by Joe Benninger E � 1 (Stanley SId.road 13. Huron Ridge Acres 1'A miles cgiuTon cRidge ekzes OPEN DAVID STICKLE AND FAMILY M.R.-FTI.9.9 R.R. No. 2 PHONE: Sat. 9.5 Swldsys posed ZURICH, ONTARIO 15191 S4S-2122 MARK ANNIVERSARY - Roy and Mary Hawkins of 274 Wellington St., St. Marys, recently marked their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married July 20, 1932, of the Kirkton manse. They farmed in Fullarton Township for 40 years and were members of Ander- son United Church until its closing, then joined Motherwell Presbyterian Church. Over 200 relatives, friends and neighbors called to congratulate the cou- ple and messages were received from Governor- General Ed Schreyer, Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and Opposition Leader Joe Clark. A&H RRHET5 Open Thurs. and Fri. until 9 p.m. WE SELL FOR LESS! WE DELIVER PHONE 235-0212 RGUSON APIA 1982 HONEY CROP 15 ('2.35 K.) 0 PER POUND •Please bring your own containers FERGUSON APIARIES... Between H.nsall i Zurich on Hwy. $4 OPEN Monday -Saturday •am -spm Closed Sundays Superior Quo ity Meats Schneiders Fresh Chicken 2.40 kg. • Legs 1.09 a. Schneiders Store sliced Mac & Cheese tro Luncheon Or, 4 4 Maxwell House Vac Pack Your choice Grind, 1 Ib. COFFEE 2.63 Clover Leaf Flaked Light 7 oz. TUNA L23 Powdered Detergent 12 litre SUNLIGHT 7.09 Maple Leaf Hyatts. 540 ml. CAN IbN. tinED BEANS & HAMS PORK 3.73 I 53C Ib., CHICKEN LOAF 4.83 kg./Ib. 2.19 Burns Pride of Canada Tetley, 72's TEA BAGS 1.99 liquid, 500 MI. SUNLIGHT 1 .09 frozen foods SMOKED SAUSAGE 4.83 kg./Ib,2. 1 9 Heinz, 14 oz. SPAGHETTI 69C Weekend Feature Thurs., Fri., Sat. Schneiders **/ * 9" Deep Dish IHomemade Quiche ******************** NEW Zucchini Bread BEEF es kg. STEAKETTES se/Ib.20Z9 Schneiders, Bowls 1 HEAD CHEESE",:::1.59 1.59 Schneiders Blue Ribbon, sliced or piece BOLOGNA 3.95 kg /Ib.1.79 Schneiders, 500 G. pkg. 3g SiDE BACON 5.9,,,k4.2.69 Realemon, 675 ml. LEMON JUICE 1.49 Stokelys, 12 oz. tin KERNEL CORN 59C Stokelys Honey Pod PEAS CREAM CORN McCormick', Peanut Butter Croe COOKIES 400 G. 1.49 Dishwasher Detergent, 1.4 kg. � .09 SUNLIGHT Niagara, 12.5 oz. APPLE JUICE Carnation Ranch Cut, 500 G. POTATOES York Petite, 1 kg. Bag fancy PEAS 1.0• 694 1.6• fresh produce 750 MI. bottle COKE plus dep. 39C _14 os. No Pest VAPONA STRIPS We do birthday cake and birthday cookie cables. Store sliced COOKED HAM hneiders, 2.50 g. • Centro IAA , the.. Cookie Cutter: ,.y 4.39 kg./lb. 1.99 Stokelys Green pr SSC 2.99 KraftARS, 280 G. MHMALLOWS 79C Golden Ripe BANANAS 18 Ib. average WATERMELON Ib.29 t '1.99 Produce of Ontario, Grade CELERY STALKS Superior, 24 oz. loaf BREAD 2 / 1.39 Product of Ontario GREEN ONIONS No. 1 eo.45 t 2/454 Wax Beans.. 55C bakery buys i0 a c 0 Xi 0 0 0 D I -4 Gold Leaf Minced, 7' oz. tin. SOCKEYE 1.49 EEF STEAK iES 2.50 kg. /pkg.1.09 Would anyone who paid by cheque between 4:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Friday, July 30, please come in and we us. Thanks. Howard Toddlers, 7.1 s PAMPERS 4.69 Budget, 2 rolls free with 8 10 rolls TOILET TISSUE 2.89 235421 • . • • • •KET Bath Soap 7 s LIFEBOUY Bran, 575 0. Box BITES & RAISINS 1.89 Bomb Hot Dog or Hamburg 69 4 BUN8s S V Barnby White, 450 0. 69 t BREAD Dem stars 100% Whole Wheat BRAD 24 0=.69 t 9. 1l r e e 11 Facelle Royale. 1O0's 1.09 FACE TISSUE 89 C ARM SUPERIOR F000 MARKET ASH SUPERIOR FOOD MARKET Weston Raspberry JELLY ROLL '1.09 Is&H SUPERIOR FOOD MARKE'T