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The Brussels Post, 1948-2-11, Page 7How Much Salt Do You Put In? You don't know It's there, but if it isn't you realize vaguely that something is lacking in a dish. One reason why Grandmother's cooking always had such wonder- ful flavor was her use of quanti- ties of salt butter, says E.M.F. in the Christian Selene Monitor, While we can't follow that pattern today for obvious reasons, we still can use the salt shaker judiciously in the right place, for the price of salt hasn't soared — yeti One housewife, whose jams and conserves are unexcelled, said, when giving me a recipe for which I had aslced, "And I always add a little salt to every batch I make, though the recipe books never call for it." Since then I have followed her example, and find it does in decd contribute a certain something to the finished product. Salt isn't always called for in cornstarch dishes puddings, sauces, and pie fillings — but a pinch of it counteracts a certain raw taste that may be noticeable otherwise. And try wielding the salt shaker lightly the next time you make cranberry or rhubarb sauce. You will find less sugar required, and the flavor will be improved. It is understood, of course, that the salt itself must never be dis- cernible. Its use is merely to sups ply a bit of savor which will point up the basic flavor of a ash, STUFF AND THINGS !HOBBY SQUAD) 441 sk lilt lff. ° t s m, rr "Aren't you carrying this out- door cooking a little too far?" Those Quaint Styles Coming "In" Again Those reminiscent styles which are sweeping in upon modern wom- en from the long -gone days of God- ey's Lady's Book have not con- tented themselves with borrowing the fashions of grandmother's day. continents The Christain Science Monitor. • En route down the decades to 1048, they have been gathering to_ themselves accessories from more recent eras which, though not so far past, seem equally "quaint" to the younger moderns. In a single issue of a large met- ropolitan newspaper recently, ad- vertisements offered for sale: Lin- gerie clasps to hold camisole straps in place ("what's a camisole, Moth- er?" asks the teen-ager); ruffled cotton petticoaits—sante designed as part of the dress, some featured to sell separately; and, a timely note, considering weather this season, spats. "But nobody wears such things today!" gloated the youngsters, giggling over the unfamiliar as couterments. Maybe nobody wears them — yet. But watch closely. All that fashion cycles ask is time, and younger generations to whom all things are new. Most Photographed Skunk in Toronto is Pad dy, seen nipping a bite of butter off lip of his owner Michael Witthaus, who operates the Toronto School of Photography in Mimico. Students in the school, which is the first of its kind in Canada, find Paddy very co-operative for camera practice. A "New Look" Caused a Riot The question of the long or short skirt has caused some controversy, but in the late 1790's new fashions caused much more excitement, says the London, England, Telegraph. At that time the silk hat horrified people in the streets of London, started a general disturbance punc- tuated by yells, screams, yelping of dogs and culminating in the trampl- ing underfoot, of a child. The wearer and originator of the unusual hcadwcar was liable to a fine of $2,500, because of the danger 05 causing a breach of the peace. * * * In those days all smart sten had at least one pair of co'•ce:s in their wardrobe, and Sir Walter Raleigh lost no respect by following the fashion. He even wore his at night! Men have done almost as many alarming things with their clothes as women are reputed to do. The next time you "tut tutl" at a "woman in trousers" remember that trousers were considered ef- feminate in ancient China, so much so that the male's long gown, so characteristic of that country, was made expressly to cover the shame- ful garments! During the sixteenth century, in Germany wives wrapped trousers around their husbands' heads as a certain cure for headache! Worried by the present trend in fashion, a young lady remarked the other day that "Whitt wnh bustles and padding coating back again, we shall soon be going all the way and having crinolines 5 Apart from the obvious clifficslty of steering these wide hooped cre- ations along crowded streets and into modern cars, she -was worried about ]now one sat down!! Someone in Vienna, in 1887, was similarly perturbed, so a patent was taken out covering a useful addi- tion to the standard crinoline. 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Dagmar now has two ski tows and a new lodge, while Raglan boasts its first modern tow. Farther afield, Ottawa is, and has been, a great ski country for 'lo these many years' and the people in the arca have a variety of ski spots to choose from. As far as we can learn, the teeners of West- ern Ontario Tose out on this sport with very few really good skiing hills. Seems the guys and gals down there go in more for hockey and skating. When your local ski club has a meet, send along the results and we'll be pleased to publicize the event. In the meantime, don't break your neck. Winter Wonderland While on the subject of winter, we would like to mention what we think is the most picturesque winter spot in the Province of Ontario. Two weeks ago we left home at 7 a.nt, on the coldest January morn- ing in many years (around 20 be- low, remember?) for Morrisburg, Prescott and other points. Well, on the way we shot north to Havelock. From there we went east to Marmora and Madoc—and that few miles to Marmora is something to see in winter. The road is winding and hilly, but what scenery! Here is truly a cameraman's paradise. As you come over a short rise you find a small hoose nestled at the foot of a hill, a tall" spiral of sntolte ascend- ing from its chimney. Travelling along between the two high walls of snow you meet a man with Horse and sled. His dog jumps and rolls in the snow as it tags along behind or bounds on ahead. Yes sir, here is a very scenic spot of Ontario. Farther east, just out of Morrisburg, you can see the oil freighter that sank in the St. Lawrence last September. Still lying in the middle of the river with her bow sticking out of the water she presents a picture indeed! Steam rising from the river shrouds her in mystery as the ice and water flows over her dedc and past. Web so mach for skiing and winter travelling. Do They Make You Sick, Too? Have you been listening to the political talk of late, since Icing has decided to retire from the field and since the war on prices has begun? You should, providing, of course, that you want to be sick. We have been listening to these radio speeches lately and they make us laugh. Talk about kids fighting over marbles; brother, they are left behind a mile. How educated men, men of supposed dignity and distinction, can talk and act so childishly and mean really gets me; and still our parents and elders will vote and elect them to run the country. This goes on while we are being taught to be honest, sincere and real good ladies and gentleman. Do they make you sick, too? If so, write and tell us about it. Very* Clear Two IV 0111011 were standing in the snow discesssmg the fuel short- age. "Yes, that's it," said otte. "If we'd have got the cold winter in the summer when its warmer; Instead of in the winter, we'd be hble to do without a fire and save „coat's MURKAR The Lettere Are Coming Letters are coming in, following the announcement of our band con- test and we will have the winning letter in this space next week. May- be you didn't bother to write this time, Well, you have a chance next month, but more about that later. On T1 -e Radio Dial Did you know that the Mayor of your town, my town and all the little places is now on the air each Satur- day night at 6,45 p.m.? Yes sir, folks, your friend and mine, Andy Clarke, is telling his famous stories every Saturday night. You'll enjoy him. Everybody does. A brand new programme that you will enjoy on Sunday evenings at 6.05 p.m. is "Voices of Distinction". Such famous singing stars as Nelson Eddy, John Charles Thomas and Jean Dickinson will be singing the songs made famous by such writers as Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern and many others. Here is a family treat each week. Sunday evenings for an inspiring, dramatic and unusual story listen to "The Greatest Story Ever Told" at 6.30 p.m. This is a weekly dramatization of a well known bible story—supported by a large chorus of mixed voices. Wen, that's our space gone for this issue. • r Bride's Dress Sets Tone Of Wedding, Clouds of tulle! The peal of bells! And you—the serene and lovely bride, To create such a wed- ding picture, start early to settle questions of budgeting, dress, eti quette. The type of wedding you have depends on your wedding dress. If it's to be a formal gown with veil, good taste scys that other details be formal, too. But if you choose a (loot -length dress, a short veil or none, the other details can also be less elaborate, It's up to you to decide which you can afford, for to your famiy falls most of the expense. They pay for invitations, your wedding outfit and trousseau, bouquets and gifts for your attendants, all ex- penses connected with the church (except clergyman's fee) and re- ception. What are the groom's expenses? What are best man's duties? What is the etiquette of the reception? See our Reader Service booklet No. 204, Also data on second marrit ages, procedure when bride's par- ents are divorced, Send THIRTY CENTS (30c) in coins for "How to Plan Your Wed- ding" to the Reader Service, Rooms 421, 73 Adelaide St„ West, Tor- onto. Print name, address, booklet title and No. 204. CHRONICLES OF GINGER FARM By Gwendoline P. Clarke And how dict you weather our Mlle sub -zero winter? ft was pret- ty sudden, wasn't it? I suppose if the truth were told this paper could be filled will anecdotes of pipes that froze; of cars that wouldn't start; and how low the thermometer drop- ped at this place and that. But I don't think anyone could think up as strange a story as I have to tell. That night, that bitter twenty - below -zero night, one of our cows had a calf—and the calf performed the almost impossible feat of drowning itself in the water tank at the barn * * * Partner had been watching the mother of this calf very carefully, as she was over her time. Every night this week, just before he went to bed, he would put on boots and overalls and pay a final -visit to the barn. If the boys were out late they also would take a look at the cow before turning in. But it was always the same story—no calf. It was the same thing Thursday night. But on Friday morning when the boys went t the barn there was every evidence that the cow had had her calf—although the calf was nowhere to be seen. Presently Bob came to the house for a flash- light and to tell Partner they had a first-class mystery to solve. That was too much for Partner so then he went to the barn too. The boys having looked in all the possible places for td calf to hide, Partner started looking in impossible places. Presently he noticed the water in the trough was discoloured—and there sure enough was the calf— and it was a big one! * * * Perhaps I should explain that the trough is an extra big flat open tank about three feet high, stands in an out-of-the-way corner of the barn and is for the purpose of catching water piped in from an overflowing well at the back of the barn. As you will have surmised, the trough was not covered, nor had it ever seemed necessary. It has been there for about seven years, and calves have been born and raised without any mishaps, insofar as the trough was concern- ed—but of course there always Inas to be a first time. Naturally losing a calf that way is quite a loss but what bothers me most is the fact that the poor little thing was drowned. I can hardly bear to think of it especially as it must have been particularly strong and active. * * * - After breakfast—and after the birth and untimely death of the calf had been discussed a dozen tines, young John went to start his car—he uses it every day for transportation in a part-time job. The car, of course, refused to start. But Bob had no trouble at all with his truck so he towed Johnny down the lane. In a little while the motor started—and then it caught fire] The anti -freeze had boiled over on to the hot motor and ignited. Be- tween them the two boys got the fire under control before too much damage had been done, except that anti -freeze to the tune of $3.50 had to be replaced and some re- wiring Inlay be necessary. John said the anti -freeze had tested eleven below just recently. Usually that is plenty but I always insisted on a twenty -below test when I had anything to do with a car. Which now, by the way, I haven't! * * * "The Greening" still lives here but we don't own it. Early last fall John bought it. I no longer felt the need of a car as Bob has a very nice little IA ton "pick-up" which is just as easy for me to drive as a car, And since most of nay driv- ing is just back and forth to town— and not any more than I have to in winter—the car seemed like something we could do without, and since John was determined to get a car of some kind it worked out very well all round. One person said to me afterwards—"Bub of course you can still drive the cart" Well, maybe—John has said so anyway. But the idea doesn't appeal to nae. To my way of thinking it would have all the earmarks of a "corny" deal. So far I have used it only once. Just Foolish He tried to cross the railroad tracks Before the rushing train, They put the pieces in a sack, But couldn't find a brain. Let's Have A. Valentine Party Gather your favorite Valentines about you this February 14th and treat them to a real "hearts and flowers" Valentine party! The entertainment, appropriate games and prizes, of course—the refreshment, a simple, dainty supper climaxed with this delectable apple dessert—Apple Butter Stacks, shaped into hearts with a cookie cutter or a cardboard heart pattern. Apple Butter Stacks 1 recipe All -Bran pastry 1 cup apple butter 1 4 -ounce package cream cheese 1 teaspoon lemon juice Prepare pastry. Cut with large cutter into circles or squares. Prick and bake in hot ove(450 degrees F.) about 10 minutes or until light brown. Cool. Put circles together with apple butter between, using a stack of three for each serving. Spread cream cheese mixed with lemon juice on top re stack. Serve - at once. Bran Pastry r/4 cup All -Bran 1 34 cups sifted flour j5 teaspoon salt cup shortening 4 tablespoons cold water (more or less) Less Fortunate A couple of gentlemen had spent a very cheery "night out" together, and when they met a few days later, they compared notes. "That was a night and no mistake", said one of them. "Do you know, I finished up in the police station?" "Luck dogl" said the other, with bitterness in his voice. "I found my way hone!" Crush bran into fine crumbs; combine with flour and salt. Cut in . shortening. Add' water a little at a time, until do•'gh is moist enough to hold together. Roll out on lightly floured board to about one-eighth inch in thickness. IHJSBANAS WHO ADORN coffee 'deserve Maxwell' House. It's eo utterly deli* eious that it's bought and' enjoyed by more people) ,than any other brand of coffee in the world. 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