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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1997-01-01, Page 16Page 16 Times -Advocate, January 1, 1997 i1e hottest news topic of 1996? HaPpy New Year! Dianne Faubert, Credlton "The biggest local topic of the year would be the (potential) closing of the hospital, Peo- ple don't ap- preciate what they have 'til they lose it." Tracey Payne, Credlton "Doctor cut- backs and all medical cutbacks. Tom Sakenls, London "The,Beatle anthologies video cas- settes be- cause in this tragic world I am so happy to hear of something good for a change." Claire Schwartz, Credlton "The •hospital. - • We don't want to lose • it." Bridget Wurch, Ki kton "The plane crash Huron Park." Tia Schultz, Credlton "The O.J. Simpson trial, because it was always on TV and st/ is." r Y A L 1 M S 1 M LIMUW LJM[3LNW MR EM W 1 SI3E9 tit tri MMMWY MIQL IMWMN© UW!QY IQULE P Mid E W[ 1Ee7 Y IOU WCWO L MHEM1 MON MUS I cI,1 1 CIl U1 1 I LSI E1 I [ 1I� EiI " EJ Ec3WUWGM M' ADA N SUM WQ I iil M J OEe3 MAW SIN I L L OUW MRM IDA [']UENNkj1L!1 OR IM MST G ©N T UWW CHNE TM AGM MLF' G L UR sDWEYFIS A NMW AinILJL!M1RSE ©N R U©[�© MIA RIO ESC R' LQFU MONS AVEES O E SHAD LOL! E TERESA $1M GME DOWSQS GLMRE TA© E1 GUY MMEETEST LEEL' ISO E HWR©E OWMTE WIJC AW TWQI EAST SQTL� NV I EGAD•MANE' S IIM PQD MEM RI MW M Coming events • MEAT AND SO/SO DRAWS evcly Saturday afternoon. 4.6 p`nl. at The Royal Canadi- an Legion fir. 8167. Exeter in the Club nxns. License NM4059103696 in support of the Hunni-Middlesex Royal Army Cadet Corp. • - • 36tfnc ElICIIKE, Aft. Cannel Church Meiling Room. Sundays. January S, 19. February 2. 16. March 2.16. 7:30 p.m. Lunch pmvilkd. Everyone welcome. . lc PHARiVIACY Q. Explain why some medications should be taken on an empty stomach and others should be taken with food. A. For certain drugs; food may slow the absorption into the blood stream and thus slow the onset of action. Some medications may be destroyed by the stomach acids which are produced when fond is eaten. Therefore, an empty - stomach is best. Some. medications should_betaken with food to improve their absorption into the bloodstream or- 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 -Days Friday, December 6 -10 a.m. - 3 p.m. ItHUHN APOTHECARY ltd. 'Your Health Care onarmacy 440 MAIN ST. 235-1982 APPLIANCE CENTRE Q.Does hartIng my chest freezer very fru make it .work too hard, or use too much hydro? A. No. In fact, the more full that a chest freezer is, the Tess hydro it uses. An empty freezer is filled with air, and air loses its cold • very quickly, and therefore needs to be recooled ' Constantly. When the air is replaced with things that retain cold longer, they do not need to be cooled as often, and the freezer works less often, less hard and therefore uses less hydro. The secret to having an efficient freezer is a good gasket seal, and keeping the unit approximately 3/4 full. So when your freezer becomes empty, fill it with loaves of bread, bags of.premade ice cubes, pails full of water, whatever!!. Or empty it completely and unplug it. EXETER APPUANCE CENTRE 390 Main St. Exeter 235-0705 "Your Choice for Value" WINDOWS & DOORS Q How do you reduce condensation on the inside of windows? A.There are a number of • different suggestions. Reduce the amount of moisture you put into the au by turning down your humidify Vent all gas appliances, cloth dryers and exhaust fans to outs e Your attic and crawl ce should also be vented. Run exhaust fans in kitchen when cooking, and in the bathrogm when bathing or showering Run the exhaust fans until your mirror in bathroomis clear. or temperature near stove is back to normal Avoid storing firewood in your house or basement. If your home is extremely tight it may be helpful to install an air to air heat exchanger. cl-PDASHWOOD, WINDOW AND DOOR CENTRE FIRST AYE, IMASTRA • 4$2.71169 • id Fra 1400.624.661E EXETER CO-OP 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 hingepockets; 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 Means that the door jamb is completely assembled and the door is already' hinged to the jamb. In addition, they are pre -drilled. for the lockset. Pre -hung doors are available In a variety of styles and sizes to suit most. openings Dat anger EXETER 235-2081 SEAPORTH 8274770 AILSA CRAIG (MERTON FOREST 293-3282 680-1300 2 PARKHILL ZURICH 294.4252 236.4393 - CAT FOOD Q. Can you explain why it is important that cat food has a low ash and magnesium content? Why should they hart dry food opposed to caned cat food? 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 magnesium content in food is important; however, in reducing bladder stones and infections. As far as dry cat food as compared to tanned is concerned, it is the pet 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 yourferding needs I}WAMTH0M PSON 1111azhfrliziN General Delivery Woodham, Ontario NOK 2A0 (519) 2298000 215 Pickard Road Exeter, Ontario NOM 1S3 (51.9) 235-2808 STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSES Q What should be involved in your annual personal financial checkup? A 1 -Review your prior year's income and expenses and project your 1997 results taking into account any expected significant changes. 2. Calculate your personal net worth by adding up all your assets and subtract any amounts that you owe and then compare it to prior years' 3. Review both the total value and rate of growth of the investments in your RRSP and calculate the necessary future contributions required to achieve your retirement objective 4. Review your current insurance polides (i.e. Lite fire, auto, etc.) to ensure your coverage is sufficient. 5. Review your will and general power of attorney to ensure they are consistent with your current wishes. Homuth, Taylor & Partners 71 Main St. N. Exeter 235-0101 • Fax 235.3211 FINANCIAL CONSULTANT Q. Does an RRSPonly defer my taxes not eliminate them? A TRUE. However, through • effective financial planning most taxes can be reduced and even eliminated. For example, a person may decide to make a withdrawal when their income for that year may be very low or nil, such as, when they stop working to raise a family or to return to school. This may result in very little or no taxes. In addition, there . is an effective financial planning technique that will enable all Canadians to .• retrieve RRSP funds where the net taxes payable could be next to nothing. This is why effective financial planning is so important IQ all Canadians. REGAL Virginia Scott CAPITAL Fm.n<,at (oi utla"1 PLAN EF2S • LTD. �RII:AI ('.AITiAI (ilto(Pf: R.R.2 Grand Bend, Ont. Res. (519)238.6071 326 Queens Ave. London, Ont. N6B 1x41.800.265.1578 RENT -ALL Q. What happens if something breaks while they have it rented? Who pays for fixing it? . A. Whenyou 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. • RENTAL Air Aar AV Aar Aar at the Doltcenter Exeter Tel: (519) 235-4441 REGISTERED JEWELLERS Q. How do you tell the quality of natural gemstones?• A: This is a questiorf' only answered by much study of the gemstone in question: Qualified persons can show you the difference and what you look for. An AGS lab, which we at Anstett's are, have the . equipment to identify the gemstone. Also a certified Gemologist is on staff to explain. Before you buy, ask the right question. ANSi JEWELLERS LTD. Member of American Gem Society 382 Main St. Exeter • 235-2488 Locations are: • Exeter • Goderich • St. Marys • Clinton • London White Oaks FLOOR II !MG Q. How do you remove a scratch from a hardwood /loon without refinishing the entire floor. • A. Bruce Hardwood has a touch up kit available • for blending scratches and nicks in the Dura - Luster (urethane) and Dura Satin (Wax) floors. The kit includes sanding pads,•filler/sticks, touch up markers and 1 /2 oz. container of urethane. It also contains step by step instructions for completing repairs. FLOORING n ovatire 457 Main St. Exeter 235-4401(formerly Dinneys) • Carpet Vinyl Ceramic Hardwood Professional Installation FUNERAL SERVICE Q. The addition to your funeral home is looking good, when is the proposed completion date? . A: Thank you for your kind words. The contractor will finish most of the work by ,.. Christmas. However, some painting, decorating and finishing touches will need to be done before we will be able to conduct funerals at the funeral home. Please note that altemative•arrangements have been made to accommodate funeral services and visitations. For further information call William Dinney 235-3500. Valium Tulneral Warne, A TRADITION OF FAMILY SERVICE since 1887 • 471 Main St. Exeter Ontario (519) 235.3500 William R. Dinney - Funeral Director If You have questions for our area professionals, write to us at: Professional Forum, Times -Advocate, 424 Main St., Exeter, Ontario NOM 1S6 If "You Need Assistance - Seek A Professional A professional has studied and practiced in a specific field and is knowledgeable A