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Home My WebLink AboutTimes Advocate, 1996-12-04, Page 23Page 22 Times -Advocate, December 4, 1996 Judy Shapiro "Chocolate Eclair." Howard Kramer "Long Johns." Chuck Collef "I like cinnamon buns. My stomach don't like any of them, but I do. Wilma Davis "Boston Creme." Stephanie Pearson displays her wacky hat at South Huron District High School on 'Thursday's Hay Day. Event organizer Dave Hohner thanks th grade 9 homerooms for their effort in helping to make the day a success. • OFESSIONAL FORUM :rzsniMeS/W.: letE ggd ��yy f?C` mar .ff1'y':yti.' S. CI t 113 AE')VIf:F_ Q. Caw f edi gisaksrs to my existi+ g television to improve the smote A Extra speakers can usually be I added to your television, and will greatly improve the sound of movies, sports, or anything. There are a few methods which can be used In achieving this goal. The first step is to chock the back of - your television for speaker clips. There should be 2 black, and 2 red clips. U you have these, just plug in a pair of speakers and enjoy. If not, then look for a set of sup -on DERICK IJ[cGEE RCA type jacks labeled as "VARIABLE AUDIO OUT", or just AUDIO OUT'. Now, if you have a snail mini stereo with an "AUXILIARY INPUT", you an play your television through it, or the same way with a stereo or home theater amplifier. For more information, call or stop in and let us help you get your system up to par for Christmas. If You have questions for our area professionals, write to us at: Professional Forum, Times -Advocate, 424 Main St., Exeter, Ontario NOM 1S6 FINANCIAL CONSULTANT Q.Ist aquick way to know ' . •: •ximately what my Mveshn • may be worth fn years to c e? A The " ' will help you this out. Divide 72 by an v ents average compound rate of return (6% - 6). Your anver will be the number °roars required for your invesitent to double in value. For gXample, an investment dint has an average compound rite of return of 4% willlake 18 years (72 divided by 4 = 18) to double in value. An investment earning an ke average of co ta 6yy�earsr Itterefore, a pound rate of return of 12% will only divided by 12 = 6).to double: ,000 investinenj after 36 years would be at 12% rather than only $4000 at 4%. t • RTANT FACPOR TO CONSIDER WHEN SAVING FOR YOUR RETIREMENT. 63 MAIN ST. EXETER 235-0003 Hama. Mnn.Fri_ 11-8 • Sat. 9.6 if PHARMACY Q. Explain why some medications should be taken on n empty stomach and others uld be taken with food. . For certain drugs, food may slow the absorption into the lood stream and thus slow the onset of action. Some medications may be destroyed y the stomach acids which are produced when food is aten. Therefore, an empty stomach is best. Some medications should be taken ith food to improve their sorption into the bloodstream cr to reduce the irritation that they may cause to the stomach. If you are in doubt about which to take your medication check with your pharmacy. Don't forget our Diabetic Day Friday, December 6 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. ERNIE MIATELLO It, 'Your Health Care Pharmacy' 440 MAIN sr. 235-1982 HURON APOTHECARY Ut EXETER CO-C)P Q. How difficult is it for the . average homeowner to install an interior door? A. Installing interior doors can be tricky at times. Finish carpenters are skilled tradesmen who mortise out hinge pockets, drill for lock ¢ . sets, and carefully fit the door and jamb in the opening. For the average homeowner, the job is made much easier with pre -hung door kits. This I C[ M: MAL /1 E means that the door jamb is completely asalmbled and the door *already tB the jamb. In•additfair, ttm are pi -drilled for lackset. Pre -hung doors are <- available in a variety of styles and sizes to suit most openings. Q. Most of my breathing problems (asthma) occur when I am in my home, why is this and how can I help my situation? A. The air in our homes contains small particles of dead human skin, dust, pollens allergens, dust mite feces, etc. If you have pets, you may be allergic to their odors or dander. Also a moldy, mildewy basement can give off gases that causes a highly allergic reaction to . some people, not to mention the many cleaning products in our Acmes containing many respiratory irritants. To help clear, these pollutants out of your air call Lifetime Home Products for a free three day home trial of an ALPINE air purifier. APPLIANCE CENTRE Q. Is it hard on my refrigerator to have the door opened often in a short period of time? A. No, not really. Although having the refrigerator door open constantly or having it opened, and closed very frequently will cause it to work harder, and therefore use more hydro, it is not necessarily overly "bad" for it. As a fridge door is opened, warm air rushes in replacing the cold air. The refrigerator then must generate, and spread out more cold air. So, opening the fridge door causes the fridge to work harder, but that is what it is supposed to do. In extremely humid periods, having the door open too long, or too often will cause the refrigerator to 'Sweat", along the gasket so it is not recommended to leave the door open too long at such a time. EXETER APPLIANCE CENTRE 390 Main St. Exeter 235.0705 AILSA CRAW ILDERTON !ORM 293,9282 2 PARKNILL ZURICH 82 2364393 235-0699 LONG DISTANCE 1-800-529-9292 =L_IC) OF?irac Q. I have a aMmicfloor in a high traffic ar4a..How do you recommend totclean the grtrut? i A. When cho¢sing a grout color for a cere nic floor, try to pick one in the darker shadesas the ,lighter shadesrshow stains. If a lighter colts is your only option, nidke sure you choose an grout which is far m re stain• resistant than grout. For der regular light you,€aw.jigiit+wl4il et .ritnelm . •loom,,., bristle bxusp lrniftb.are of.JaVq assn altos,,,.:.• then rinse. For eral cleaning of ceramic, Armstrong Onpe it Done is recommended ;I v (1 CAT FOOD RENT -ALL FUNERAL SERVICE Q. Can you explain why ft is important that cat food has a low ash and magnesium content? Why should they have dry food opposed to caned cat foods - A. The total mineral content of a food is what is known as ash. Ash refers to the residue leftover after lab analysis, during which the food is burnt at 600 deg. C. It is a common misconception that a low ash diet is ideal. While at one time, high ash foods were thought to cause bladder stones, it's been proven that this is not the case. A low HIRAM THOMPSON magnesium content in food is important, however, in reducing bladder stones and infections. As far as d4' cat food as compared to canned is concerned, it is the ped owner's choice. In general, dry is cheaper and better for the teeth, but each form may provide a - complete and balanced diet. MTS provides a wide variety of pet foods to meet all of your feeding needs. Q. What happens if something breaks while they have it rented? Who pays for fixing it? A. When you rent a tool or equipment and it breaks due to misuse and/or abuse, then those who rented the equipment will be held liable for damages. rt Q. The addition to 1 ur funeral home is looking g , when is the proposed completi date? A: Thank you for your kind words. The contra or will finish most of the Ivork by Christmas. Howeirer, some painting, decorating and finishing touches will need to be done before w4will be able to conduct funeral,* at the funeral home. Please note that alternative arrange4nents have been made to accorhmodate funeral services an Visitations. For er information call William Dinney 235-3500. Dacenter e WINDOWS & DOORS Q I prelim. vinyl over j - - aluminum on the exterior of a window because it conducts lass heat/cold, but l'sw told the color selection is limited. it Is this Om? A.Coloring vinyl is a complicated procees(es), and U not done properly can cause problems for your windows down the road. Dashwood Industries and LaFlanune Windows are owned by Andersen. Between the three companies 100 full time that FERGIfi are constantly doing R&D on our current vinyl systems as well as testing new products. The dew companies combined have 200+ years in the window industry and offer eleven different color optional 211 Pickard Root Ontario NORM 183 119 235-2809 STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSES Funeral Warms i A TRADITION Of FAMILY SERVICE since 1887 471 Main St. Exeter Ontario (519) 235-3500 William R. jinney - Funeral Director . If you put off dealing with Fax situation wwttf(ll ary you could be Ing out on opporharities to reduce your 1996 tax bill. A. Payments made by December 31st which qualify for either tax deductions or Credits include: Charitable tions (on total tributions over $200 the Ings approximate 5.50 for each 51 contributed) medical sea (deduction is subject net income levels) union ties and professional fees, Ken Pinder terest expense, alimony and intenance payments, child re expenses, moving expenses, political tributions, tuition fees and tax shelters. RRSP tributions or venture capital contributions are due March 1, 1997. Recent tax changes include extension the RRSP carry forward to an indefinite period, g of the age limit for maturity of RRSP's to 69 71. (Subject lo transitional rules) denial of tax uction for administration fees for RRSP's and s, increase in child care expense limits and uction of venture capital maximum contributions credits. For more information on any of the above tact a professional tax advisor. Homuth, l'aylor & Partners (113DASHWOOD WINDOW AND DOOR CENTRE REGISTERED JEWELLERS . How do you tell the quality of natural gemstones? €^. A: This is a question only answered by much study of the gemstone question. Qualified rsons can show you e difference and what ou look for. An AGS ab, which we at JUDY DA Anstett's are, have the equipment to identify the gemstone. Also a certified Gemologist is on staff to explain. fore you buy, ask the right question. ANSTETT JEWELLERS LTD. Member of American Gem Society 382 Main St. Exeter • 2352488 Locations are: • Exeter • Goderich • St. Marys • Clinton • London White Oaks. CHIROPRACTOR Q. Why don't duropraciors �• . work in hospital9? i A.Just like you family (ientist and optometrist, chirp rectors tend to have offices in buildings independenth.of a hospital because the ' conditions which prompt' people to visit a chiroprctor are usually not life. threatening and thus dal not ire the full array of ' ices and treatments r DJt DAVID HANK available in a hospital setting. On the whole, this mea that they are more accessiblee* patients. In some areas of Canada, chiropractors have access to hospital-based X-ray facilities. AS well, pome chiropractors also rticipate in collaboratl rte research with other ospital-based providers. In the future it it likely that chiropractors may work in hospitals in a limited capadty, similar to den DR. ' D HANN A professional has studied and practiced in a specific field and is knowled ; eable 41