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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1969-09-11, Page 208A QO•DM ,ICH SIGNAteSTAR THi,1J Electric 'vaporizers aid respirato ailment treatment # • With the onset of the "cold" season, Consumers' Association of Canada believes there is a need for more information about . electric ,vaporizers. Doctors frequently recommend' the use of a vaporizer for relief in respiratory ailments when rooms become overheated and dry during winter months. They are particularly useful in treating upper respiratory infection in small children. In purchasing samples across Canada, CAC found a considerable price spread in the same models in various stores so it obviously pays to shop around. Don't forget to check the model numbers as you compare, as several different types may look alike at first glance. - The principle.of operation of vaporizers was found to be the same in all samples,, tested, • namely that water is heated to the boiling point and converted to steam, the heat being supplied by two electrodes in a separate chamber immersed in the main container. The water acts as the electrolyte. The electrodes do not reach the bottom and hence do not vaporize below a certain level. The water, acting as an electrolyte, allows the electricity to flow and when the w;giter goes below 'the bottom tip of the electrodes, the flow of electricity is automatically shut off. Specific directions are given by all manufacturers regarding precautions to be taken when filling, emptying and cleaning. When being filled, emptied or cleaned, the apparatus should be unplugged from electrical circuits. The molded plastic portions of all units provide adequate protection from short circuiting. All units tested by CAC 'were approved by u the Canadian Standards -Association (CSA) so be sure to look for this sign which should be indicated on each unit. Cleaning vaporizers is very important oto their successful operation and long life. All. models have adequate instruction in this respect but check for ease of dismantling for cleaning. A small screwdriver is needed to dismantle one model. Some units -list spare parts in their instruction leaflets. Since the electrodes are most likely to deteriorate first, availability of new ones in an advantage. Changing electrodes can easily be effected by removing two screws . and . replacing the old electrodes with the new ones. When it comes to adjusting the range of boiling rate, one model ..has a dial adjustment, while in other units this can be achieved by moving the electrodes closer together as directed in the instructions. While in appearance some models are more pleasing than others; a low -form unit would be less likely to be knocked over while in use. Also take note of STEWART ALUMINUM dei Fs the location of the drainage hole which can make • handling difficult when filled with water, as was the case in one of the models to d. All M" tested by CAC were vaporizers only, and did not include the "cool mist" type which are, in effect, humidifiers rather than vaporizers. In. the tests, \all units functioned well, and' did not sputter or overflow. If properly maintained, they should perform in this manner indefinitely. So when shopping for a vaporizer remember to look for these points the"unit produces steam at a reasonably good rate. • the rate of steam production can, be increased if desired. ▪ replacement parts are available. it can be easily cleaned. Tests similar td this one on vaporizers are published periodically in "Canadian Consumer" which is sent to all Members of Consumers' Association of Canada. To become a member„,, write. Consumers' Association of, Canada, 100 'Gloucester 5t., Ottawa 4. Guidelines suggested for teachers' conference Suggested guidelines for a teachers' conference on the Hall -Dennis Report on Oct. 8 have been mailed to every school principal in the province by the Ontario Teachers' Federation. OTF, professional organization and governing body .of the province's 95,000 teachers; also mailed copies of the suggested format to every school board chairman and director of education in Ontario. An accompanying letter notes: "We see this as an opportunity for the teachers in the secondary, public and separate , schools to work together to integrate the work being done at the elementary and secondary levels of education.” The letter asks board chairman ind directors' of education to support the conference, which will be held• simultaneously at secondary schools throughout Ontario with local elementary school teachers attending. In an interview; OTF Secretary -Treasurer Nora Hodgins said the conference is vitally inportant to education in Ontario because the teachers will be actively discussing the implications of the Hall -Dennis Report • for their own schools. "It is the first time elementary • and secondary school teachers will be coming together for discussions on this scale. That in itself is a considerable achievement," she said. R. G. Nixon, an O•I'F executive assistant, said replies from queue r;f' 7. '>;es .OTF sent to schools' c .als recently indicate the. vast majority of teachers in the province will participate in the Oct., 8 conference. Heavier fines for traffic A. sliding scale of fines for speeding convictions, with the penalty rising sharply in relation to the speed, went into effect in Ontario on September 1. Under the new sliding scale, the fine will rise with the speed: $2 for each mile per hour over the speed limit up to 9 mph; $3 per mile between 10 and 19 mph over the •limit; $1 per mile between 20 and 29 mph over the limit; and $5 per mile for 30 mph over the limit. •A driver now will be fined $10 for driving 35 mph'in a 3Q rnph zone. But that fine will rise' to $30 if he is convicted of •driving 40 mph in the same zone and -to $150 if he is driving 60. mph. A new sliding scale of fines has also been set for convictions resulting from the overloading of commercial vehicles. Changes in fines make up the bulk of more than 60 amendments to the Ontario Highway 'I'raffic Act which became effective September 1. "We have overhauled the entire system of • deterrents by discarding the principle • of varying fines for first, second and third or subsequent offences," Hon. Irwin Haskett, Ontario's Minister of Transport said. "New minimum and maximum tines have been established for each traffic offence. h "The changes are aimed at irresponsible drivers who invite collisions by their shocking disrespect for the traffic laws." As an e>ample of the'stiffer fines, Mr. Hackett mentioned the new minimum fine fora careless driving conviction. •For an offence occurring previous to September 1, the minimum was $10, For an offence occurring after September 1, the minimum is. $100. The maximum :fine of $500 remains. Other amendments which Still not using seat belts ? What's holding you back? .ti became effective on September, l.'ndude: ' ;The rule of the - road concerning stopping. for stopped school buses has been clarified. by changing "divided highway" Co "median strip. Traffic meeting a school bus which stopped with red signal lights flashing, is not required to stop on a highway with a median strip. A median strip is,. defined as a strip of pavement of more than 10 feet in width, or a physical barrier or an unpaved strip of ground. Two offences have been added for which the police may arrest without warrant: Failure to remain at the sceneof an accident, ,and failure to proVid2 correct name and address when a driver's licence cannot be produced. Power of arrest has been eliminated for three other offences: improper position of licence''plates on vehicles, failure to notify. the Department of Transport of a change in vehicle ownership or a change of address within six days. Optometrists are required to report patients with vision, conditions that could make driving dangerous. Stopping for emergency vehicles: formerly, stopping as closely as possible to the right hand side of the road was, only required when an ambulance, fire or police vehicle was lV 000 TALAR 81/S/{/ESS... MIND YON OKWMINS: "SVMEDAY YOU'LL OWN YOUROWMBUS/MESS JOE'S BP Service Station • and Coffee Shop . 411 Huron Rd., Goderich . • 524-5871 tf Our second biggest interest. FOR 12 YEARS searing the 'people of Goderich, and area with quality Alcan aluminum products. EXPERT WORKMANSHIP 2G YEA'R`GUA°RANTE.E ALUMINUM SI D=I=NG, WALLS, SOFFITTS ANI FACEBOARDS ALSO WINDOWS, DOORS, AWNINGS STEWART ALUM! NUM SALES 101 ,'Victoria Vit., Goderich 524.882'x' Our biggest intere,,t is never paid We give if away for free Because it's the kind of interest you can't', measure in percentage points The interest we take in you when you ask .our help with your problems Of course we pay high interest on your savings, d* ur 6igges� interest is you. e. just like any bank. That's only natural. And the - longer you leave your money, the more interest you get. That follows too. When you think about it though, a bank should give you both kinds of interest. The Royal Bank doe Come„in and see. *This rate applies for term deposits df over two years. Equally, you can earn maximum bank rates on term deposits for shorter periods. Ask,too, about our Bonus Savings Accounts and our Regular (chequable) Savings Accounts at any branch of the Royal Bank. We like to look after you at the OYAL BAN K r. sounding a bell dr siren. This has now been extended - to also including an ambulance, fire or police vehicle that is flashing a red light.on the roof.. ” The new laws which took effect on September 1 are offenders. among nearly 100 amendments to the Highway Traffic Act passed* by the Ontario Legislature earlier this year. The amendments are being put into effect in three stages ... some became effective on June 9, • 1%09, and one requiring accidents to be reported to` police, where there is •personal injury *involved • or property damage exceeds $200 instead of the present $100, becoges effective on January 1, 1970. 1" The rabies clinic sponsored by the Huron County Health Department was held in t -he fire hall on Monday from l p.m. to 8 p.m. People from all around the Goderich area brought their pets in for free shots that will protect them from the disease that has been affecting many pets in the county this year: Dr. W. R. Bryans, Seaforth veterinarian; injected 554 animals during the day for the Canadian Department of Agriculture, Health of Animals Branch. He was assisted by Inspector G, E. Wales, of Health of Animals Branch, Seaforth. The dog getting his shots in this photo is one of four brought in by R. Wilson,.Goderich. - staff photo Dont Miss This.: Opportunity Ontario manpower retraining program - Ontario Manpower Retraining Program Offers Opportunities Unlimited DID YOU f<N OIC'/ — You May Qualify For Do you -need more education to get ahead? Do you need a new skill? If you have been held back because you lack. education and training, you can qualify NOW for abetter paying job throult:the, training program that is tailor-made for you. THE FOLLOWING COURSES WILL BE OFFERED AT THE 'ADUL'T EDUCATION CENTRE IN 'STRATFORD STARTING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 and 22. TRAINING ALLOWANCES Allowances may be paid to people in full-time training. T h e allowances vary depending on where you train and what your family responsibilities are. 2 GRADE 8 GRADE 9._ GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 COMMERCIAL. CLERICAL DRAFTING LATHE OPERATOR WELDER FITTER Earn a letter of equivalent standing from the Deportment of Education and get ready to meet the needs of today's world! For full particulars regarding admission, eligibility and training allowances contact .. Your local 'CANADA MANPOWER CENTRE, 524-8342 Or BRIAN B. HOWLETT, Co-ordinator,, ONTARIO MANPOWER RETRAINING PROGRAM DEPARTMENT OF MANPOWER AND IMMIGRATION • Operating under the Applied Arts and Technology Branch of the Department of Education STRATFORD — 271-5700 FOR RESIDENTS OF THE CLINTON AND..GODERICH AREA: STARTING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 By agreement with -Col. E. W. Ryan, Base Commander CFB Clinton, interested civilians may now take advantage of high school night courses offered to service personnel at the base. The following courses will be offered this fall and winter at the Grade 11 and 12 levels: ENGLISH MATHEMATICS SCIENCE (PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY) „ HISTORY AND ECONOMICS • Persons completing their studies successfully will be entitled to receive a Statement of Equivalent - Standing from _the _. Uepartment of Education_ that showsan educational achievementequal to Grade 12 of the four-year Science, Technology and Trades Course offered in the secondary schools. This outstanding opportunity could be the chance you have been waiting for! The total cost for this course is only two dollars a week. Classes will be starting soon. Contact either of the persons noted above NOW! Enrolment is' quite simple: interested persons should contact k'• ` Lieutenant L. Cassie, the Base Ground Training Officer at the Clinton Base, phone 482-3411, Local 232. Further information 'may. be obtained from Mr. B. B. Howlett, the " Co-ordinator` of the Ontario Manpower' Retraining - Program in Stratford.. 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