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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1972-05-04, Page 244WL ER1Cf SIQNM1 •STAR, THURSDAY. MAY 4 19/2 an offence to leave ngd�t4ren alone — or with unsuitable sitter BY BRUCE HEATH Director, Huron County' Children's Aid Society "How old does a baby-sitter have to be?" How old do my children have to be before I can leave them without a baby-sitter?" Children's Aid Society Workers, Public Health Nurses. andt Social and Family SerVrf, field staff. are asked these questions repeatedly and complaints about children being left unattended frequently come 'tri the attention of the Children's, Aid Society The provincial Child Welfare Act states -Any• person having the care. custody. Control or charge of a child under the age of ten years who leaves the child unattended for an unreasonable , length of time without reasonable provision for the supervision and safety of the child • is guilty of an offence and on summary conviction before a judge is -liable to a fine of not more than $1,po and. for anvsubsequent offence. to aline of not more than $200• Or imprisonment for a term of not more than one year • Our Society received a flurry of complaints concerning unattended children, in recent weeks", noted Mrs. F. Ross. who handles .investtOWS'concerning children in their own homes. "While spine of the complaints didpot warrant ongoing contact with the family. several investigations revealed a history of children being left unattended for long periods of time, or left with babysitters who in turn left children unattended.or whose competence had to be questioned." "It'is so easy. under the best of circumstances, for a child to endanger himself even when a parent is in the home. let alone. when the child is left unsupervised." If a parent has flagrantly failed to provide for supervision of his child r� under ten years while out of the home, and the child in the parent's absence were to be injured or even die. charges could beta id before the court. A parent would have to answer whether the child had been left unattended for an unreasonable length of time and reasonable provision for the safety and supervision of the child had been made. So'rne people presume that as long as there is a:child ten years of age.. in the home. they have made adequate provision for younger -children's safety and supervision. This, would be highly questionable if the ten year old were to be.expected to watch several other children for a long periodxof -time. In all likelihood the ten year-old could be—or should be—,sound asleep and could not be expected to assume responsibility for younger sleeping children in the case of a sudden emergency, "In some situations. we have found that .a parent` has left a. severely retarded adult or an aged senile grandparent to care for children for a whole day.or longer"., commented Mrs. Ross. . •If the Childrep's Aid Society is advised that a child under ten • is being left unattended. we are obliged to visit •the home and inform the parent that we have received such a complaint, and in turn -make certain that the child is not in need of protection. We can not reveal the 'name of the complainant btit :can only inform the parent ,,that someone .is. concerned about his child's safety. In most cases it is a friend. relative or neighbour who does not want to get the parent into trouble but vet feels a warning of some kind is in order. In many situations. the parent 'needs some assistance in making provision for babysitting or other care. We are noticing too more complaints involving the working single parent who is separated or divorced. and' who does not . have close friends•or relatives to. whom he can turn for help with his children.• While we admire the efforts of such a parentto.continue working. there is 'still a responsibility to make adequate provision for the care of his • child. For these situations, we are hopeful daycare centres or foster day care will be developed in the County to assit.such parents. • Television stations often insert:a short flash message at the end of a show, "Doyou know where your children.are ' While the message was designei to question parental responsibility for children out of the home in the evening, it could equally be asked by'the parent out of his .home. 'Do you •know with whom and in what circumstances your children are" in your own home? Eggs.. - low Often restricted just to scrambled and sunny-side up 'breakfasts, eggs can also beused in a variety of dishes ,suited to every meal of the day. Because eggs are such a common' item in _the shopping basket,. ,they are often taken for granted and their versatility forgotten,' say food specialists at the Ontario Food Council, Ministry of Agriculture and Food, •Serve -them in a variety of ways at lunch or dinner. Omelets have extra character' served with a mushroom or creole tomato sauce, or witha filling of creamed chicken, grated' cheese, or bacon cost variety and tomato: Quiche Lorraine is a fa mous egg dish, impressive for. lunch or dinner. Souffles using canned fish; cheese, vegetables. or . even leftovers, provide satisfying meals at low cost. With hotrolls_or. rye bread, and tossed salad or vegetables, the meal is complete. For recipe ideas using -eggs in' salads; sauces, desserts, and the .main course, plus information on egg grading and, nutrition, write for the kooklet "Cooking Canada's Eggs", avlable 'from the Poultry Products Institute, 32 Front Street West. Toronto 116. FOR YOUR AUTO INSURANCE Ste or Phone MALCOLM MATHERS GENERAL INSURANCE AGENT' 411 WEST SI'. , ' 524-9442 The second Sunday in May is a holiday for all mothers. And What better way to have all the family help celebrateit than with this exquisite Peach Cheese Dessert, prepared by home economists with Agriculture Canada. The dessert is so easy to make that any one from nine to ninety can try it. Peach Cheese Delight our mother deserves treat on her day It is almost Mothers Day. kids. and time to show your appreciation for everything Mom does fbr you the year round. It is also a good time to make use of your talents in the kitchen. Not only can you help with 'the 'dishes. .but you might like to make, something special for dessert. too. The home' economists A with Agriculture Canada. Ottawa would like t6 suggest that you try •this peach dessert that is easy to prepare and. really delicious.• Before starting to make• the dessert, be sure that you have all the ingredients in the house. !If you need to buy some things, you may need to'enlist the helpbffyour Dad Pork Chops Try a new twist tonight or older sister•for shopping. This peach cheese'dessert can be made early in the day, a.nd you can even prepare the graham wafer crust the day before. The, dessert stiotild be kept in the refrigerator from the time you make it until it is served. In order'or this to be a, special treat for Mom, be sure to clean.all the utensils you used and leavethe kitchen 'spic and span. Then 'she will yeally appreciate your thoughtfulness. • PEACH CHEESE DESSERT -• Crust 11z„cups graham wafer crumbs 2 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons melted butter Combine ingredients for crust and press mixture into 9 -inch .pie plate or.8-inch square pan. Filling 'a• 1.3 -ounce package lemon OR peach jelly powder 1 cup boiling Water 2 pint (11'4 cups) whipping cream, 4ounces cream cheese, softened 1 19 -ounce can peach pie filling Dissolve jelly powder in boiling water and chill until •cool•. Whip cream until "Stiff peaks Iorm,'add cream cheese•and beat until blended. Combine jelly and cream mixtures, Pour'into•crust • and chill until' set (about 30; minutes). Spread pie filling over top and chill. 6 servings. Today's pork 'is well trimmed,. well wrapped in moisture -proof 'and. provides the consumer with paper then stored at 0 degrees F. smaller sized cuts with ' a for about four months. Cured minimum • amount • of_ fat. pork such as ham,.. bacon, Canada's new 'hog grading sausages, etc., should be used system, which is based on an . within orae or two months. index of measurement of the ' Most people fry (saute) pork thickness of the backfat on hogs, chops and this is best One over makes it possible for the medium -heat. In the two recipes producer to be paid for the lean provided by the home quality of his hogs. Pork . and e c ono'mists at Canada pork products sold in retail Agriculture, Ottawa, the chops stores come . ` from federally` are browned' then. covered. and inspected plants and undergo finished ' cooking slowly in a rigid inspection by the Canada well -seasoned sauce to bring out Department of Agriculture the flavor. veterinarians before they reach PORK CHOPS consumers. Approved carcasses WITH APPLE RINGS are' stamped with the round, 3 slices bacon, diced brown stamp which has : the 1/2 cup, chopped onion crown in the centre and bears ° 1, tablespoon curry powder the words- "Canada Approved" •2 tablespoons flour or "Canada". - ' 1 tablespoon brown sugar There are pork cuts to suit all 1/2 teaspoon salt tastes and occasions'and many 1 1Q -ounce can condensed beef - 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Brown chops 4 to 5 minutes, each side. Drain off fat. 'Pour about 2/3 of sauce over chops. Cover and- cook slowly until - chops are almost tender, turning once during ,cooking (20 to 3Q minutes)., Place an apple ring' on each chop, baste with remaining sauce. Cover and- cook until chops and apples are tender (10 to 15 minutes more). 6.servings. POR K'CHOPS'• `--WITH APPLE JUICE 6 pork chops (1 -inch thick) 2 cups sliced onions Salt and pepper. 1/2 teaspoon sae 1 1/4 cups -apple juice 3 red apples, cored quartered 2 tablespoons flour Snip fat edge of chops and brown in greased pan 3 ,to 4 minutes each side. Remove from consumers seem to favor chops. bouillon an add n! o ons to unti There � finds . °o ' —� - t '"`"�'poons lemon'juice ransparent. Return chops to .chops which .may be cut from 2 tablespoons catsup , ' pan, sprinkle with salt, pepper different parts of the carcass % g. 1 cup diced apple and sage. Add 1/4 cup of the rib, loin or shoulder., They can 6 pork chops (about 2 pounds) apple usually be identified � bythe 1?p-1 juice, . cover and cook. 6 unpeeled, cored apple rims . slowly until chops are -tender shape of the hon a_ _ �, baeorr®until �eriap� -A-dd—tabVu-t est turning once ' To 'store fresh pork the store onion and saute until' during cooking. Add_ apples and wrappershould be punctured or transparent. Add curry powder cook until just. tender (about 5 removed entirely and the meat , and heat 1minute: Stir in flour minutes) ' and covered loosely with wax, paper. and sugar. Gradually -add Remove chops and apples to It should be used within two' or bouillon, and stir and cook until serving dish. Blend flour with three days of purchase. Fresh. • smooth. Add salt, lemon juice, remaining 1 cup apple juice. Add pork may be frozen after beim catsup and diced apple. Simmer ' to pan and stir until thickened. TOWN TALK • Mr. and Mrs, Cliff McNeil, Mrs. John Porter, Mrs, Bruce Rolland" and Mr. and Mrs. Art Musket/ of Goderich area attended the 6 ► annual ordination service of Northside United Church in Seaforth on Sunday April 30 in honor of Rev. J. Ure Stewart of Seaforth. GOWER'S For SPRING WORK BOOTS D —11EARING—AID CONSULTANT MR. A. NISBET will be in .Goderich and area !MONDAY, MAY 8th. °call 5 24-833 5 far a home 4 consultation or visit Eaton's Hearing Aid dept. London COMPARE & SAVE IEC PHARMACY 14..The Square Archie Barber, PHM.B. I Goderich ry Rieck,.PHM.B. ANTIPERSPIRANT. REGULAR or UNSCENTED oz. CREME RINSE REGULAR ONLY Z'E ANTIPERSPIRANT fi 40 0 tOoz. LAS PATRICIA MAlli.$PRAY Love's Fresh.Lemon. CLEANSING LOTLON $5.50 Value , 4.50 • Love's ^ 4aratil0"PT°estrter>io SMOOTH LOTION $4.50 Value.. $4.00 Value Love's Fresh Lemon CREME RINSE Love's Fresh Lemon SKIN FRESHENER 3.00 $4:50 Value 3.50 OW IN STOCK Many. iioie • * GOOERICH.